UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 2 September 2024

The Current Affairs Quiz 2024 is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to test your knowledge of current events. Solving these questions will help you retain both concepts and facts relevant to the UPSC IAS civil services exam.

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• Question 1 of 10 1. Question 1 points Which of the following institutions is responsible for leading the Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training (RESET) Programme launched on National Sports Day? a) Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE) b) National Institute of Sports (NIS) c) Sports Authority of India (SAI) d) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Correct Solution: a) The RESET Programme, launched on National Sports Day, is spearheaded by the Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE). The initiative focuses on empowering retired athletes by providing them with career development skills to enhance their employability. LNIPE, a premier institution dedicated to physical education and sports, is well-positioned to lead this program, offering courses in hybrid mode, which include internships and placement assistance. The focus on retired sportspersons highlights the government’s commitment to leveraging their experience to bridge generational gaps and nurture future talent. Incorrect Solution: a) The RESET Programme, launched on National Sports Day, is spearheaded by the Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE). The initiative focuses on empowering retired athletes by providing them with career development skills to enhance their employability. LNIPE, a premier institution dedicated to physical education and sports, is well-positioned to lead this program, offering courses in hybrid mode, which include internships and placement assistance. The focus on retired sportspersons highlights the government’s commitment to leveraging their experience to bridge generational gaps and nurture future talent.

#### 1. Question

Which of the following institutions is responsible for leading the Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training (RESET) Programme launched on National Sports Day?

• a) Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE)

• b) National Institute of Sports (NIS)

• c) Sports Authority of India (SAI)

• d) Indian Olympic Association (IOA)

Solution: a)

• The RESET Programme, launched on National Sports Day, is spearheaded by the Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE).

• The initiative focuses on empowering retired athletes by providing them with career development skills to enhance their employability.

• LNIPE, a premier institution dedicated to physical education and sports, is well-positioned to lead this program, offering courses in hybrid mode, which include internships and placement assistance.

• The focus on retired sportspersons highlights the government’s commitment to leveraging their experience to bridge generational gaps and nurture future talent.

Solution: a)

• The RESET Programme, launched on National Sports Day, is spearheaded by the Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE).

• The initiative focuses on empowering retired athletes by providing them with career development skills to enhance their employability.

• The focus on retired sportspersons highlights the government’s commitment to leveraging their experience to bridge generational gaps and nurture future talent.

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the Payment Passkey Service: The service completely eliminates the use of one-time passwords (OTPs) in online transactions. Tokenization used in the service helps in reducing the risk of exposing sensitive financial information. The service relies solely on facial recognition for user authentication. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: a) What is Payment Passkey Service? The Payment Passkey Service is a secure, non-OTP-based methodfor managing online transactions. Here’s how it works: Authentication Method: Instead of using traditional passwords or one-time passwords (OTPs), this service relies on biometric authentication (fingerprints, facial scans) or PINs available on the user’s device. Tokenization: The service uses tokenization to replace sensitive financial information with secure, encrypted tokens. This means your actual financial data is not shared during transactions, enhancing security. Transaction Process: When making a purchase, the consumer selects their Mastercard at checkout. For payment confirmation, the service utilizes the biometric authentication features on the user’s device. Upon successful authentication, the transaction is completed instantly. Benefits: Simplified Transactions: Users avoid the hassle of remembering or sharing passwords and OTPs. Enhanced Security: By not exposing financial data and using secure tokens, the service reduces the risk of fraud. Faster Checkout: Streamlines the payment process, making online shopping quicker and more efficient. Incorrect Solution: a) What is Payment Passkey Service? The Payment Passkey Service is a secure, non-OTP-based methodfor managing online transactions. Here’s how it works: Authentication Method: Instead of using traditional passwords or one-time passwords (OTPs), this service relies on biometric authentication (fingerprints, facial scans) or PINs available on the user’s device. Tokenization: The service uses tokenization to replace sensitive financial information with secure, encrypted tokens. This means your actual financial data is not shared during transactions, enhancing security. Transaction Process: When making a purchase, the consumer selects their Mastercard at checkout. For payment confirmation, the service utilizes the biometric authentication features on the user’s device. Upon successful authentication, the transaction is completed instantly. Benefits: Simplified Transactions: Users avoid the hassle of remembering or sharing passwords and OTPs. Enhanced Security: By not exposing financial data and using secure tokens, the service reduces the risk of fraud. Faster Checkout: Streamlines the payment process, making online shopping quicker and more efficient.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Payment Passkey Service:

• The service completely eliminates the use of one-time passwords (OTPs) in online transactions.

• Tokenization used in the service helps in reducing the risk of exposing sensitive financial information.

• The service relies solely on facial recognition for user authentication.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: a)

What is Payment Passkey Service?

• The Payment Passkey Service is a secure, non-OTP-based methodfor managing online transactions.

Here’s how it works:

• Authentication Method: Instead of using traditional passwords or one-time passwords (OTPs), this service relies on biometric authentication (fingerprints, facial scans) or PINs available on the user’s device.

• Tokenization: The service uses tokenization to replace sensitive financial information with secure, encrypted tokens. This means your actual financial data is not shared during transactions, enhancing security.

Transaction Process:

• When making a purchase, the consumer selects their Mastercard at checkout.

• For payment confirmation, the service utilizes the biometric authentication features on the user’s device.

• Upon successful authentication, the transaction is completed instantly.

• Simplified Transactions: Users avoid the hassle of remembering or sharing passwords and OTPs.

• Enhanced Security: By not exposing financial data and using secure tokens, the service reduces the risk of fraud.

• Faster Checkout: Streamlines the payment process, making online shopping quicker and more efficient.

Solution: a)

What is Payment Passkey Service?

• The Payment Passkey Service is a secure, non-OTP-based methodfor managing online transactions.

Here’s how it works:

Transaction Process:

• When making a purchase, the consumer selects their Mastercard at checkout.

• For payment confirmation, the service utilizes the biometric authentication features on the user’s device.

• Upon successful authentication, the transaction is completed instantly.

• Simplified Transactions: Users avoid the hassle of remembering or sharing passwords and OTPs.

• Enhanced Security: By not exposing financial data and using secure tokens, the service reduces the risk of fraud.

• Faster Checkout: Streamlines the payment process, making online shopping quicker and more efficient.

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Which of the following is a primary use of Dhaincha in agriculture? a) As a cash crop for direct consumption b) As a source of biofuel c) For livestock feed and soil improvement through green manuring d) As a perennial fruit crop Correct Solution: c) Dhaincha is primarily used in agriculture for livestock feed and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility. As a leguminous plant, Dhaincha is effective in nitrogen fixation, enhancing soil structure, and increasing organic matter content when incorporated into the soil. This process improves soil fertility and promotes sustainable agricultural practices by naturally enriching the soil without the need for chemical fertilizers. Incorrect Solution: c) Dhaincha is primarily used in agriculture for livestock feed and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility. As a leguminous plant, Dhaincha is effective in nitrogen fixation, enhancing soil structure, and increasing organic matter content when incorporated into the soil. This process improves soil fertility and promotes sustainable agricultural practices by naturally enriching the soil without the need for chemical fertilizers.

#### 3. Question

Which of the following is a primary use of Dhaincha in agriculture?

• a) As a cash crop for direct consumption

• b) As a source of biofuel

• c) For livestock feed and soil improvement through green manuring

• d) As a perennial fruit crop

Solution: c)

• Dhaincha is primarily used in agriculture for livestock feed and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.

• As a leguminous plant, Dhaincha is effective in nitrogen fixation, enhancing soil structure, and increasing organic matter content when incorporated into the soil.

• This process improves soil fertility and promotes sustainable agricultural practices by naturally enriching the soil without the need for chemical fertilizers.

Solution: c)

• Dhaincha is primarily used in agriculture for livestock feed and as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.

• As a leguminous plant, Dhaincha is effective in nitrogen fixation, enhancing soil structure, and increasing organic matter content when incorporated into the soil.

• This process improves soil fertility and promotes sustainable agricultural practices by naturally enriching the soil without the need for chemical fertilizers.

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about India’s strategic submarine capabilities: India has leased an Akula-class submarine from Russia to strengthen its submarine fleet. INS Arihant was commissioned before INS Arighaat and has demonstrated the ability to launch Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missiles (SLBM). The strategic challenges faced by India’s SSBN (Ship, Submersible, Ballistic, Nuclear) fleet are primarily due to technological superiority of Chinese submarines. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: d) Statement 1 is correct; India leased a Russian Akula-class submarine in 2019 to strengthen its submarine fleet, adding advanced capabilities to its naval operations. Statement 2 is also correct; INS Arihant, commissioned in 2016, was the first of the Arihant-class submarines and has demonstrated the capability to launch SLBMs such as the K-4 and K-15. Statement 3 is correct as well; one of the strategic challenges faced by India’s SSBN fleet is the technological superiority of Chinese submarines, which poses a significant threat in the Indian Ocean region. Additionally, India’s SSBN program also faces challenges related to technological development and the need for increased investment. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement 1 is correct; India leased a Russian Akula-class submarine in 2019 to strengthen its submarine fleet, adding advanced capabilities to its naval operations. Statement 2 is also correct; INS Arihant, commissioned in 2016, was the first of the Arihant-class submarines and has demonstrated the capability to launch SLBMs such as the K-4 and K-15. Statement 3 is correct as well; one of the strategic challenges faced by India’s SSBN fleet is the technological superiority of Chinese submarines, which poses a significant threat in the Indian Ocean region. Additionally, India’s SSBN program also faces challenges related to technological development and the need for increased investment.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements about India’s strategic submarine capabilities:

• India has leased an Akula-class submarine from Russia to strengthen its submarine fleet.

• INS Arihant was commissioned before INS Arighaat and has demonstrated the ability to launch Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missiles (SLBM).

• The strategic challenges faced by India’s SSBN (Ship, Submersible, Ballistic, Nuclear) fleet are primarily due to technological superiority of Chinese submarines.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: d)

Statement 1 is correct; India leased a Russian Akula-class submarine in 2019 to strengthen its submarine fleet, adding advanced capabilities to its naval operations.

Statement 2 is also correct; INS Arihant, commissioned in 2016, was the first of the Arihant-class submarines and has demonstrated the capability to launch SLBMs such as the K-4 and K-15.

Statement 3 is correct as well; one of the strategic challenges faced by India’s SSBN fleet is the technological superiority of Chinese submarines, which poses a significant threat in the Indian Ocean region. Additionally, India’s SSBN program also faces challenges related to technological development and the need for increased investment.

Solution: d)

Statement 1 is correct; India leased a Russian Akula-class submarine in 2019 to strengthen its submarine fleet, adding advanced capabilities to its naval operations.

Statement 2 is also correct; INS Arihant, commissioned in 2016, was the first of the Arihant-class submarines and has demonstrated the capability to launch SLBMs such as the K-4 and K-15.

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Which of the following countries is the world’s largest producer of gold? a) India b) Australia c) South Africa d) China Correct Solution: d) China is the world’s largest producer of gold, consistently leading global production in recent years. The country has invested heavily in gold mining and has vast reserves that contribute significantly to its production capacity. China’s dominance in gold production highlights its strategic focus on resource extraction and its influence on global commodities markets. The large-scale production of gold in China is also reflective of the country’s broader economic strategies, including the accumulation of gold reserves as part of its financial and monetary policies. Incorrect Solution: d) China is the world’s largest producer of gold, consistently leading global production in recent years. The country has invested heavily in gold mining and has vast reserves that contribute significantly to its production capacity. China’s dominance in gold production highlights its strategic focus on resource extraction and its influence on global commodities markets. The large-scale production of gold in China is also reflective of the country’s broader economic strategies, including the accumulation of gold reserves as part of its financial and monetary policies.

#### 5. Question

Which of the following countries is the world’s largest producer of gold?

• b) Australia

• c) South Africa

Solution: d)

China is the world’s largest producer of gold, consistently leading global production in recent years. The country has invested heavily in gold mining and has vast reserves that contribute significantly to its production capacity.

China’s dominance in gold production highlights its strategic focus on resource extraction and its influence on global commodities markets. The large-scale production of gold in China is also reflective of the country’s broader economic strategies, including the accumulation of gold reserves as part of its financial and monetary policies.

Solution: d)

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training (RESET) Programme? a) To equip retired athletes with career development skills and enhance their employability b) To offer medical benefits to retired sportspersons c) To provide financial assistance to retired athletes d) To encourage retired sportspersons to return to active competition Correct Solution: a) The primary objective of the RESET Programme is to empower retired athletes by providing them with career development skills that will make them more employable. The initiative is not about financial assistance, medical benefits, or returning to active competition but rather focuses on transitioning athletes into successful post-sporting careers. The programme aims to leverage the unique experiences of retired athletes, helping them to bridge generational gaps and contribute to nurturing future talent. Incorrect Solution: a) The primary objective of the RESET Programme is to empower retired athletes by providing them with career development skills that will make them more employable. The initiative is not about financial assistance, medical benefits, or returning to active competition but rather focuses on transitioning athletes into successful post-sporting careers. The programme aims to leverage the unique experiences of retired athletes, helping them to bridge generational gaps and contribute to nurturing future talent.

#### 6. Question

Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training (RESET) Programme?

• a) To equip retired athletes with career development skills and enhance their employability

• b) To offer medical benefits to retired sportspersons

• c) To provide financial assistance to retired athletes

• d) To encourage retired sportspersons to return to active competition

Solution: a)

The primary objective of the RESET Programme is to empower retired athletes by providing them with career development skills that will make them more employable. The initiative is not about financial assistance, medical benefits, or returning to active competition but rather focuses on transitioning athletes into successful post-sporting careers. The programme aims to leverage the unique experiences of retired athletes, helping them to bridge generational gaps and contribute to nurturing future talent.

Solution: a)

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the World Gold Council (WGC): The WGC is primarily composed of central banks and financial institutions as its members. The WGC has offices in India, China, and the United States, among other countries. One of the WGC’s key roles is to promote gold as an asset class. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect because the World Gold Council’s members are primarily gold mining companies, not central banks or financial institutions. The WGC is an industry association that works to promote the interests of its members in the global gold market. Statement 2 is correct; the WGC has a global presence with offices in India, China, the United States, Singapore, and the UAE, enabling it to influence gold markets in key regions. Statement 3 is correct; one of the WGC’s key roles is to promote gold as an asset class, which involves market research, policy advocacy, and educational initiatives aimed at enhancing the appeal and understanding of gold among investors and policymakers. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect because the World Gold Council’s members are primarily gold mining companies, not central banks or financial institutions. The WGC is an industry association that works to promote the interests of its members in the global gold market. Statement 2 is correct; the WGC has a global presence with offices in India, China, the United States, Singapore, and the UAE, enabling it to influence gold markets in key regions. Statement 3 is correct; one of the WGC’s key roles is to promote gold as an asset class, which involves market research, policy advocacy, and educational initiatives aimed at enhancing the appeal and understanding of gold among investors and policymakers.

#### 7. Question

Consider the following statements about the World Gold Council (WGC):

• The WGC is primarily composed of central banks and financial institutions as its members.

• The WGC has offices in India, China, and the United States, among other countries.

• One of the WGC’s key roles is to promote gold as an asset class.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is incorrect because the World Gold Council’s members are primarily gold mining companies, not central banks or financial institutions. The WGC is an industry association that works to promote the interests of its members in the global gold market.

Statement 2 is correct; the WGC has a global presence with offices in India, China, the United States, Singapore, and the UAE, enabling it to influence gold markets in key regions.

Statement 3 is correct; one of the WGC’s key roles is to promote gold as an asset class, which involves market research, policy advocacy, and educational initiatives aimed at enhancing the appeal and understanding of gold among investors and policymakers.

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is correct; the WGC has a global presence with offices in India, China, the United States, Singapore, and the UAE, enabling it to influence gold markets in key regions.

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points National Sports Day, celebrated on August 29th, commemorates the birth anniversary of which Indian sports legend? a) Kapil Dev b) Milkha Singh c) Major Dhyan Chand d) P.T. Usha Correct Solution: c) National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29th every year to honour the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of India’s greatest field hockey players. Known as the ‘magician of hockey,’ Dhyan Chand’s remarkable skills and achievements, including three Olympic gold medals, have made him a legendary figure in Indian sports history. The day was established in 2012 and aims to promote physical fitness, a healthy lifestyle, and foster a strong sports culture in India, reflecting the values and dedication exemplified by Major Dhyan Chand. Incorrect Solution: c) National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29th every year to honour the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of India’s greatest field hockey players. Known as the ‘magician of hockey,’ Dhyan Chand’s remarkable skills and achievements, including three Olympic gold medals, have made him a legendary figure in Indian sports history. The day was established in 2012 and aims to promote physical fitness, a healthy lifestyle, and foster a strong sports culture in India, reflecting the values and dedication exemplified by Major Dhyan Chand.

#### 8. Question

National Sports Day, celebrated on August 29th, commemorates the birth anniversary of which Indian sports legend?

• a) Kapil Dev

• b) Milkha Singh

• c) Major Dhyan Chand

• d) P.T. Usha

Solution: c)

• National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29th every year to honour the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of India’s greatest field hockey players. Known as the ‘magician of hockey,’ Dhyan Chand’s remarkable skills and achievements, including three Olympic gold medals, have made him a legendary figure in Indian sports history.

• The day was established in 2012 and aims to promote physical fitness, a healthy lifestyle, and foster a strong sports culture in India, reflecting the values and dedication exemplified by Major Dhyan Chand.

Solution: c)

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points INS Arighaat, India’s second nuclear-powered missile submarine, belongs to which class of submarines? a) Akula-class b) Arihant-class c) Kilo-class d) Shishumar-class Correct Solution: b) INS Arighaat is part of the Arihant-class of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), developed indigenously under India’s Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) Project. The Arihant-class submarines, including INS Arihant and INS Arighaat, play a crucial role in India’s nuclear triad, providing a second-strike capability and bolstering the country’s nuclear deterrence posture. Incorrect Solution: b) INS Arighaat is part of the Arihant-class of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), developed indigenously under India’s Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) Project. The Arihant-class submarines, including INS Arihant and INS Arighaat, play a crucial role in India’s nuclear triad, providing a second-strike capability and bolstering the country’s nuclear deterrence posture.

#### 9. Question

INS Arighaat, India’s second nuclear-powered missile submarine, belongs to which class of submarines?

• a) Akula-class

• b) Arihant-class

• c) Kilo-class

• d) Shishumar-class

Solution: b)

• INS Arighaat is part of the Arihant-class of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), developed indigenously under India’s Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) Project.

The Arihant-class submarines, including INS Arihant and INS Arighaat, play a crucial role in India’s nuclear triad, providing a second-strike capability and bolstering the country’s nuclear deterrence posture.

Solution: b)

• INS Arighaat is part of the Arihant-class of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), developed indigenously under India’s Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) Project.

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Which of the following are the benefit of green manuring? 1. Improved soil structure 2. Increased soil salinity 3. Enhanced soil microorganism activity 4. Weed control How many of the above options is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: c) Option 2 is incorrect. Green manuring does not increase soil salinity; instead, it improves soil structure, enhances soil microorganism activity, and helps control weeds. Green manuring involves growing and incorporating leguminous plants into the soil, which enhances its fertility and structure, promotes water retention, reduces erosion, and supports a healthy soil ecosystem. Increased soil salinity would be detrimental to crops and is not associated with the benefits of green manuring. Incorrect Solution: c) Option 2 is incorrect. Green manuring does not increase soil salinity; instead, it improves soil structure, enhances soil microorganism activity, and helps control weeds. Green manuring involves growing and incorporating leguminous plants into the soil, which enhances its fertility and structure, promotes water retention, reduces erosion, and supports a healthy soil ecosystem. Increased soil salinity would be detrimental to crops and is not associated with the benefits of green manuring.

#### 10. Question

Which of the following are the benefit of green manuring?

1.Improved soil structure 2. Increased soil salinity 3. Enhanced soil microorganism activity 4. Weed control

How many of the above options is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: c)

Option 2 is incorrect.

Green manuring does not increase soil salinity; instead, it improves soil structure, enhances soil microorganism activity, and helps control weeds. Green manuring involves growing and incorporating leguminous plants into the soil, which enhances its fertility and structure, promotes water retention, reduces erosion, and supports a healthy soil ecosystem. Increased soil salinity would be detrimental to crops and is not associated with the benefits of green manuring.

Solution: c)

Option 2 is incorrect.

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