UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 27 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 statements are correct regarding the powers of the Lokayukta? It has Suo Motu powers to initiate investigations based on media reports. The Lokayukta can investigate officials in the central government. It can recommend prosecutions, though the final decision lies with the government. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. The Lokayukta possesses Suo Motu powers, which means it can initiate investigations without waiting for a formal complaint. This includes acting on media reports or personal information, allowing it to address allegations of corruption against state officials proactively. Additionally, while the Lokayukta can investigate and recommend actions against state-level officials, its powers do not extend to the central government officials. This limitation is because the Lokayukta operates at the state level, while corruption cases at the national level are handled by the Lokpal, which was established under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013). The Lokayukta can recommend prosecutions and corrective measures, but the final decision to act on these recommendations lies with the government. This limits its enforceability, as the Lokayukta’s recommendations are not legally binding. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. The Lokayukta possesses Suo Motu powers, which means it can initiate investigations without waiting for a formal complaint. This includes acting on media reports or personal information, allowing it to address allegations of corruption against state officials proactively. Additionally, while the Lokayukta can investigate and recommend actions against state-level officials, its powers do not extend to the central government officials. This limitation is because the Lokayukta operates at the state level, while corruption cases at the national level are handled by the Lokpal, which was established under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013). The Lokayukta can recommend prosecutions and corrective measures, but the final decision to act on these recommendations lies with the government. This limits its enforceability, as the Lokayukta’s recommendations are not legally binding.

#### 1. Question

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the powers of the Lokayukta?

• It has Suo Motu powers to initiate investigations based on media reports.

• The Lokayukta can investigate officials in the central government.

• It can recommend prosecutions, though the final decision lies with the government.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

The Lokayukta possesses Suo Motu powers, which means it can initiate investigations without waiting for a formal complaint. This includes acting on media reports or personal information, allowing it to address allegations of corruption against state officials proactively.

Additionally, while the Lokayukta can investigate and recommend actions against state-level officials, its powers do not extend to the central government officials. This limitation is because the Lokayukta operates at the state level, while corruption cases at the national level are handled by the Lokpal, which was established under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013).

The Lokayukta can recommend prosecutions and corrective measures, but the final decision to act on these recommendations lies with the government. This limits its enforceability, as the Lokayukta’s recommendations are not legally binding.

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Which of the following statements are correct regarding the SCO Summit 2024? The summit saw the adoption of multiple key agreements, primarily focusing on energy and security. Belarus became a full member, bringing the total number of SCO members to 10. The SCO chairmanship was handed over to India for the 2024-2025 term. Select the correct answer code: a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: a) At the 2024 SCO Summit, 25 key agreements were adopted, focusing on energy and security (statement 1), and Belarus became the 10th member (statement 2). However, the chairmanship for 2024-2025 was handed over to China, not India (statement 3 is incorrect). Incorrect Solution: a) At the 2024 SCO Summit, 25 key agreements were adopted, focusing on energy and security (statement 1), and Belarus became the 10th member (statement 2). However, the chairmanship for 2024-2025 was handed over to China, not India (statement 3 is incorrect).

#### 2. Question

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the SCO Summit 2024?

• The summit saw the adoption of multiple key agreements, primarily focusing on energy and security.

• Belarus became a full member, bringing the total number of SCO members to 10.

• The SCO chairmanship was handed over to India for the 2024-2025 term.

Select the correct answer code:

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 1 and 3 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: a)

At the 2024 SCO Summit, 25 key agreements were adopted, focusing on energy and security (statement 1), and Belarus became the 10th member (statement 2). However, the chairmanship for 2024-2025 was handed over to China, not India (statement 3 is incorrect).

Solution: a)

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Which of the following is NOT a component of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA)? a) Price Support Scheme (PSS) b) Price Deficit Payment Scheme (PDPS) c) Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) d) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) Correct Solution: d) The Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) is a government initiative designed to ensure that farmers receive fair and remunerative prices for their produce, particularly in the event of market price volatility. The scheme integrates multiple price protection mechanisms aimed at stabilizing farmers’ income. It includes the Price Support Scheme (PSS), Price Deficit Payment Scheme (PDPS), and the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS). These schemes work together to provide price guarantees and stabilize agricultural commodity prices during market fluctuations. In contrast, the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), while an essential agricultural scheme, is not a part of PM-AASHA. PMFBY is a crop insurance scheme designed to protect farmers from crop losses due to natural calamities like floods and droughts, rather than price fluctuations. Incorrect Solution: d) The Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) is a government initiative designed to ensure that farmers receive fair and remunerative prices for their produce, particularly in the event of market price volatility. The scheme integrates multiple price protection mechanisms aimed at stabilizing farmers’ income. It includes the Price Support Scheme (PSS), Price Deficit Payment Scheme (PDPS), and the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS). These schemes work together to provide price guarantees and stabilize agricultural commodity prices during market fluctuations. In contrast, the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), while an essential agricultural scheme, is not a part of PM-AASHA. PMFBY is a crop insurance scheme designed to protect farmers from crop losses due to natural calamities like floods and droughts, rather than price fluctuations.

#### 3. Question

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA)?

• a) Price Support Scheme (PSS)

• b) Price Deficit Payment Scheme (PDPS)

• c) Market Intervention Scheme (MIS)

• d) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)

Solution: d)

The Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) is a government initiative designed to ensure that farmers receive fair and remunerative prices for their produce, particularly in the event of market price volatility. The scheme integrates multiple price protection mechanisms aimed at stabilizing farmers’ income. It includes the Price Support Scheme (PSS), Price Deficit Payment Scheme (PDPS), and the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS). These schemes work together to provide price guarantees and stabilize agricultural commodity prices during market fluctuations.

In contrast, the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), while an essential agricultural scheme, is not a part of PM-AASHA. PMFBY is a crop insurance scheme designed to protect farmers from crop losses due to natural calamities like floods and droughts, rather than price fluctuations.

Solution: d)

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Which of the following is a key focus of the ‘Pact of the Future’ adopted by world leaders in 2024? Enhancing economic cooperation between nations. Reforming the UN Security Council to make it more representative and inclusive. Establishing a new international body to oversee climate change policies. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Only Statement 2 is correct. The ‘Pact of the Future’ focuses on reforming the United Nations Security Council to make it more representative, inclusive, transparent, and accountable. It does not mention establishing a new body for climate change or economic cooperation specifically. Incorrect Solution: a) Only Statement 2 is correct. The ‘Pact of the Future’ focuses on reforming the United Nations Security Council to make it more representative, inclusive, transparent, and accountable. It does not mention establishing a new body for climate change or economic cooperation specifically.

#### 4. Question

Which of the following is a key focus of the ‘Pact of the Future’ adopted by world leaders in 2024?

• Enhancing economic cooperation between nations.

• Reforming the UN Security Council to make it more representative and inclusive.

• Establishing a new international body to oversee climate change policies.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Only Statement 2 is correct.

The ‘Pact of the Future’ focuses on reforming the United Nations Security Council to make it more representative, inclusive, transparent, and accountable. It does not mention establishing a new body for climate change or economic cooperation specifically.

Solution: a)

Only Statement 2 is correct.

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points What is the primary advantage of the AH-64E Apache helicopters in military operations? a) Designed for anti-submarine warfare b) Capable of strategic airlift operations c) Ideal for countering armored vehicles and tanks d) Mainly used for search and rescue missions Correct Solution: c) The AH-64E Apache is an advanced attack helicopter, ideal for countering armored vehicles and tanks, making it particularly effective in desert operations. It is not used for anti-submarine warfare, airlift, or search and rescue missions. Incorrect Solution: c) The AH-64E Apache is an advanced attack helicopter, ideal for countering armored vehicles and tanks, making it particularly effective in desert operations. It is not used for anti-submarine warfare, airlift, or search and rescue missions.

#### 5. Question

What is the primary advantage of the AH-64E Apache helicopters in military operations?

• a) Designed for anti-submarine warfare

• b) Capable of strategic airlift operations

• c) Ideal for countering armored vehicles and tanks

• d) Mainly used for search and rescue missions

Solution: c)

The AH-64E Apache is an advanced attack helicopter, ideal for countering armored vehicles and tanks, making it particularly effective in desert operations. It is not used for anti-submarine warfare, airlift, or search and rescue missions.

Solution: c)

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the PRIME plan rolled out by the Railways: The plan is aimed at reducing train journey times across India. It emphasizes improving the reliability and maintainability of signalling systems. Regular staff training on safety protocols is a key component of the plan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 and 3 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 2 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: b) The Plan for Reliability Improvement and Maintenance Effectiveness (PRIME) plan primarily focuses on improving the reliability and maintainability of signalling systems and includes regular staff training on safety and maintenance protocols. Reducing journey times is not its main objective, making statement 1 incorrect. Incorrect Solution: b) The Plan for Reliability Improvement and Maintenance Effectiveness (PRIME) plan primarily focuses on improving the reliability and maintainability of signalling systems and includes regular staff training on safety and maintenance protocols. Reducing journey times is not its main objective, making statement 1 incorrect.

#### 6. Question

Consider the following statements about the PRIME plan rolled out by the Railways:

• The plan is aimed at reducing train journey times across India.

• It emphasizes improving the reliability and maintainability of signalling systems.

• Regular staff training on safety protocols is a key component of the plan.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 3 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 2 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: b)

The Plan for Reliability Improvement and Maintenance Effectiveness (PRIME) plan primarily focuses on improving the reliability and maintainability of signalling systems and includes regular staff training on safety and maintenance protocols. Reducing journey times is not its main objective, making statement 1 incorrect.

Solution: b)

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the robotic mule recently inducted by the Indian Army: It can operate in extremely cold temperatures as low as -40°C. It can carry a payload of up to 50 kg, making it suitable for heavy artillery transport. It is designed to operate in unstructured urban and natural environments. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) The robotic mule can operate in temperatures as low as -40°C and is designed for unstructured urban and natural environments, making statements 1 and 3 correct. However, it is not meant for transporting heavy artillery, as its payload capacity is only 15 kg, making statement 2 incorrect. Incorrect Solution: b) The robotic mule can operate in temperatures as low as -40°C and is designed for unstructured urban and natural environments, making statements 1 and 3 correct. However, it is not meant for transporting heavy artillery, as its payload capacity is only 15 kg, making statement 2 incorrect.

#### 7. Question

Consider the following statements about the robotic mule recently inducted by the Indian Army:

• It can operate in extremely cold temperatures as low as -40°C.

• It can carry a payload of up to 50 kg, making it suitable for heavy artillery transport.

• It is designed to operate in unstructured urban and natural environments.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

The robotic mule can operate in temperatures as low as -40°C and is designed for unstructured urban and natural environments, making statements 1 and 3 correct.

However, it is not meant for transporting heavy artillery, as its payload capacity is only 15 kg, making statement 2 incorrect.

Solution: b)

The robotic mule can operate in temperatures as low as -40°C and is designed for unstructured urban and natural environments, making statements 1 and 3 correct.

However, it is not meant for transporting heavy artillery, as its payload capacity is only 15 kg, making statement 2 incorrect.

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points What is the main objective of the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PMJUGA)? a) To provide affordable healthcare facilities to tribal areas. b) To implement forest conservation practices in tribal regions. c) To ensure the saturation of basic schemes in Scheduled Tribe-majority villages. d) To promote higher education in tribal communities. Correct Solution: c) The PMJUGA aims to ensure the saturation of basic government schemes in Scheduled Tribe-majority villages, with specific interventions by 17 Ministries. Forest conservation is also part of the package, but the main focus is the overall development of these villages. Incorrect Solution: c) The PMJUGA aims to ensure the saturation of basic government schemes in Scheduled Tribe-majority villages, with specific interventions by 17 Ministries. Forest conservation is also part of the package, but the main focus is the overall development of these villages.

#### 8. Question

What is the main objective of the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PMJUGA)?

• a) To provide affordable healthcare facilities to tribal areas.

• b) To implement forest conservation practices in tribal regions.

• c) To ensure the saturation of basic schemes in Scheduled Tribe-majority villages.

• d) To promote higher education in tribal communities.

Solution: c)

The PMJUGA aims to ensure the saturation of basic government schemes in Scheduled Tribe-majority villages, with specific interventions by 17 Ministries. Forest conservation is also part of the package, but the main focus is the overall development of these villages.

Solution: c)

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Which of the following statements best describes the deployment plans for the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH)? a) It will be deployed in the desert regions for anti-armor warfare. b) It will be used for air defense missions in low-altitude regions. c) It is primarily used for maritime operations. d) It will be deployed in high-altitude areas like Ladakh. Correct Solution: d) The Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) is specifically designed for high-altitude conditions and will be deployed in areas like Ladakh, making it suitable for mountain warfare. It is not meant for desert or maritime operations. Incorrect Solution: d) The Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) is specifically designed for high-altitude conditions and will be deployed in areas like Ladakh, making it suitable for mountain warfare. It is not meant for desert or maritime operations.

#### 9. Question

Which of the following statements best describes the deployment plans for the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH)?

• a) It will be deployed in the desert regions for anti-armor warfare.

• b) It will be used for air defense missions in low-altitude regions.

• c) It is primarily used for maritime operations.

• d) It will be deployed in high-altitude areas like Ladakh.

Solution: d)

The Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) is specifically designed for high-altitude conditions and will be deployed in areas like Ladakh, making it suitable for mountain warfare. It is not meant for desert or maritime operations.

Solution: d)

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013): It mandates the establishment of Lokayuktas in all Indian states. The Lokayuktas have the same powers as the judiciary to enforce their decisions. The Lokpal deals with corruption cases at the national level, while Lokayuktas operate at the state level. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1, 2, and 3 c) 2 and 3 only d) 1 and 3 only Correct Solution: d) The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013) was enacted to address corruption at both the national and state levels in India. It mandates the establishment of Lokayuktas in all Indian states to investigate allegations of corruption against public officials at the state level. This helps decentralize the anti-corruption mechanism, ensuring that states have an independent body to handle complaints. At the national level, the Lokpal deals with corruption cases involving central government officials, ensuring accountability at the federal level. The distinction between Lokpal (national) and Lokayuktas (state) highlights the dual approach to tackling corruption across different levels of governance. However, while Lokayuktas can investigate corruption cases and make recommendations, they do not have judicial powers to enforce their decisions, meaning their recommendations are not legally binding. This limits their ability to ensure corrective actions are taken, as the implementation of their recommendations depends on the government’s discretion. Incorrect Solution: d) The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013) was enacted to address corruption at both the national and state levels in India. It mandates the establishment of Lokayuktas in all Indian states to investigate allegations of corruption against public officials at the state level. This helps decentralize the anti-corruption mechanism, ensuring that states have an independent body to handle complaints. At the national level, the Lokpal deals with corruption cases involving central government officials, ensuring accountability at the federal level. The distinction between Lokpal (national) and Lokayuktas (state) highlights the dual approach to tackling corruption across different levels of governance. However, while Lokayuktas can investigate corruption cases and make recommendations, they do not have judicial powers to enforce their decisions, meaning their recommendations are not legally binding. This limits their ability to ensure corrective actions are taken, as the implementation of their recommendations depends on the government’s discretion.

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements about the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013):

• It mandates the establishment of Lokayuktas in all Indian states.

• The Lokayuktas have the same powers as the judiciary to enforce their decisions.

• The Lokpal deals with corruption cases at the national level, while Lokayuktas operate at the state level.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• b) 1, 2, and 3

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1 and 3 only

Solution: d)

The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act (2013) was enacted to address corruption at both the national and state levels in India. It mandates the establishment of Lokayuktas in all Indian states to investigate allegations of corruption against public officials at the state level. This helps decentralize the anti-corruption mechanism, ensuring that states have an independent body to handle complaints.

At the national level, the Lokpal deals with corruption cases involving central government officials, ensuring accountability at the federal level. The distinction between Lokpal (national) and Lokayuktas (state) highlights the dual approach to tackling corruption across different levels of governance.

However, while Lokayuktas can investigate corruption cases and make recommendations, they do not have judicial powers to enforce their decisions, meaning their recommendations are not legally binding. This limits their ability to ensure corrective actions are taken, as the implementation of their recommendations depends on the government’s discretion.

Solution: d)

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