UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 4 November 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 Consider the following statements regarding Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs): EVMs are designed to handle voting for local body elections, state legislatures, and the Parliament. They are manufactured by private firms under the supervision of the Election Commission. EVMs have multilingual options to facilitate voting accessibility. Each EVM can record up to 2,000 votes. Which of the above statements are correct? a) 1, 2, and 3 only b) 2 and 4 only c) 1, 3, and 4 only d) 1, 2, and 4 only Correct Solution: c) EVMs are used in all major elections, from local bodies to the national level. They support multilingual options to make the voting process accessible to people from different linguistic backgrounds. Each EVM can handle up to 2,000 votes. However, statement 2 is incorrect because EVMs are manufactured by two Indian PSUs (Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL)), not private firms. Incorrect Solution: c) EVMs are used in all major elections, from local bodies to the national level. They support multilingual options to make the voting process accessible to people from different linguistic backgrounds. Each EVM can handle up to 2,000 votes. However, statement 2 is incorrect because EVMs are manufactured by two Indian PSUs (Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL)), not private firms.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs):

• EVMs are designed to handle voting for local body elections, state legislatures, and the Parliament.

• They are manufactured by private firms under the supervision of the Election Commission.

• EVMs have multilingual options to facilitate voting accessibility.

• Each EVM can record up to 2,000 votes.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) 1, 2, and 3 only

• b) 2 and 4 only

• c) 1, 3, and 4 only

• d) 1, 2, and 4 only

Solution: c)

EVMs are used in all major elections, from local bodies to the national level. They support multilingual options to make the voting process accessible to people from different linguistic backgrounds. Each EVM can handle up to 2,000 votes. However, statement 2 is incorrect because EVMs are manufactured by two Indian PSUs (Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL)), not private firms.

Solution: c)

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Mount Annapurna’s geographical and climbing significance: Mount Annapurna is located in the northern region of Bhutan. It has the highest climbing success rate among the Himalayan peaks. The Annapurna range forms a part of Gandaki Province in Nepal. Which of the above statements is correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) 3 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: c) The Annapurna Range, which includes Mount Annapurna, is part of Gandaki Province in north-central Nepal. Statement 1 is incorrect as Annapurna is located in Nepal, not Bhutan. Statement 2 is incorrect because Annapurna has one of the lowest success rates among the world’s highest mountains, partly due to the difficult climbing conditions and high fatality rates. Incorrect Solution: c) The Annapurna Range, which includes Mount Annapurna, is part of Gandaki Province in north-central Nepal. Statement 1 is incorrect as Annapurna is located in Nepal, not Bhutan. Statement 2 is incorrect because Annapurna has one of the lowest success rates among the world’s highest mountains, partly due to the difficult climbing conditions and high fatality rates.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about Mount Annapurna’s geographical and climbing significance:

• Mount Annapurna is located in the northern region of Bhutan.

• It has the highest climbing success rate among the Himalayan peaks.

• The Annapurna range forms a part of Gandaki Province in Nepal.

Which of the above statements is correct?

• d) None of the above

Solution: c)

The Annapurna Range, which includes Mount Annapurna, is part of Gandaki Province in north-central Nepal. Statement 1 is incorrect as Annapurna is located in Nepal, not Bhutan.

Statement 2 is incorrect because Annapurna has one of the lowest success rates among the world’s highest mountains, partly due to the difficult climbing conditions and high fatality rates.

Solution: c)

The Annapurna Range, which includes Mount Annapurna, is part of Gandaki Province in north-central Nepal. Statement 1 is incorrect as Annapurna is located in Nepal, not Bhutan.

Statement 2 is incorrect because Annapurna has one of the lowest success rates among the world’s highest mountains, partly due to the difficult climbing conditions and high fatality rates.

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points What feature makes Russia’s RS-24 Yars missile distinct among intercontinental ballistic missiles? a) It uses liquid fuel for longer operational life. b) It is a stationary missile without mobility. c) It has a range limited to 5,000 km. d) It is equipped with multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicles (MIRVs Correct Solution: d) The RS-24 Yars missile is distinct due to its MIRV capability, allowing it to carry multiple warheads, each of which can strike different targets independently. This feature significantly enhances its strike potential, as it can impact multiple sites in one launch. It also uses solid fuel, which provides faster launch readiness and high mobility, making it challenging for adversaries to track and intercept. Unlike liquid-fueled missiles, solid-fueled ICBMs like the Yars are easier to deploy rapidly. Incorrect Solution: d) The RS-24 Yars missile is distinct due to its MIRV capability, allowing it to carry multiple warheads, each of which can strike different targets independently. This feature significantly enhances its strike potential, as it can impact multiple sites in one launch. It also uses solid fuel, which provides faster launch readiness and high mobility, making it challenging for adversaries to track and intercept. Unlike liquid-fueled missiles, solid-fueled ICBMs like the Yars are easier to deploy rapidly.

#### 3. Question

What feature makes Russia’s RS-24 Yars missile distinct among intercontinental ballistic missiles?

• a) It uses liquid fuel for longer operational life.

• b) It is a stationary missile without mobility.

• c) It has a range limited to 5,000 km.

• d) It is equipped with multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicles (MIRVs

Solution: d)

The RS-24 Yars missile is distinct due to its MIRV capability, allowing it to carry multiple warheads, each of which can strike different targets independently. This feature significantly enhances its strike potential, as it can impact multiple sites in one launch. It also uses solid fuel, which provides faster launch readiness and high mobility, making it challenging for adversaries to track and intercept. Unlike liquid-fueled missiles, solid-fueled ICBMs like the Yars are easier to deploy rapidly.

Solution: d)

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Which ministry administers the Namo Drone Didi Scheme? a) Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare b) Ministry of Rural Development c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology d) Ministry of Women and Child Development Correct Solution: a) The scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare under the Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Ministry of Rural Development. This joint administration aims to bridge rural empowerment and agricultural enhancement, focusing on utilizing advanced drone technology to boost productivity in agriculture while empowering women SHGs. Incorrect Solution: a) The scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare under the Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Ministry of Rural Development. This joint administration aims to bridge rural empowerment and agricultural enhancement, focusing on utilizing advanced drone technology to boost productivity in agriculture while empowering women SHGs.

#### 4. Question

Which ministry administers the Namo Drone Didi Scheme?

• a) Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare

• b) Ministry of Rural Development

• c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

• d) Ministry of Women and Child Development

Solution: a)

The scheme is administered by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare under the Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Ministry of Rural Development. This joint administration aims to bridge rural empowerment and agricultural enhancement, focusing on utilizing advanced drone technology to boost productivity in agriculture while empowering women SHGs.

Solution: a)

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points With respect to the Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) feature in EVMs, consider the following statements: VVPAT provides a printed slip with the name of the candidate the voter has selected. The printed slip can be retained by the voter for future reference. VVPAT is used as an audit mechanism to verify the electronic vote. VVPAT was introduced to increase transparency and reduce doubts about EVM accuracy. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: c) VVPAT provides a printed slip with the candidate’s name, visible to the voter for a few seconds before it drops into a sealed compartment. It serves as an audit trail to cross-check the accuracy of the electronic vote, enhancing transparency. Statement 2 is incorrect because the voter cannot retain the slip; it is stored for auditing purposes by election officials. Incorrect Solution: c) VVPAT provides a printed slip with the candidate’s name, visible to the voter for a few seconds before it drops into a sealed compartment. It serves as an audit trail to cross-check the accuracy of the electronic vote, enhancing transparency. Statement 2 is incorrect because the voter cannot retain the slip; it is stored for auditing purposes by election officials.

#### 5. Question

With respect to the Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) feature in EVMs, consider the following statements:

• VVPAT provides a printed slip with the name of the candidate the voter has selected.

• The printed slip can be retained by the voter for future reference.

• VVPAT is used as an audit mechanism to verify the electronic vote.

• VVPAT was introduced to increase transparency and reduce doubts about EVM accuracy.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: c)

VVPAT provides a printed slip with the candidate’s name, visible to the voter for a few seconds before it drops into a sealed compartment. It serves as an audit trail to cross-check the accuracy of the electronic vote, enhancing transparency. Statement 2 is incorrect because the voter cannot retain the slip; it is stored for auditing purposes by election officials.

Solution: c)

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the significance and benefits of ISRO’s analog space mission: The mission will exclusively benefit space missions to the International Space Station (ISS). It is designed to simulate extraterrestrial habitat conditions for future interplanetary missions. The mission involves testing life-support systems and behavior in isolated conditions. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) The analog space mission is designed to simulate extraterrestrial habitat conditions that would be encountered in future interplanetary missions, such as on Mars or the Moon. It includes testing life-support systems, habitat feasibility, and behavior in isolated environments to prepare astronauts for future deep-space missions. Statement 1 is incorrect as the mission is not focused on the ISS but rather on long-term extraterrestrial habitat feasibility, which is beyond the scope of the ISS. Incorrect Solution: b) The analog space mission is designed to simulate extraterrestrial habitat conditions that would be encountered in future interplanetary missions, such as on Mars or the Moon. It includes testing life-support systems, habitat feasibility, and behavior in isolated environments to prepare astronauts for future deep-space missions. Statement 1 is incorrect as the mission is not focused on the ISS but rather on long-term extraterrestrial habitat feasibility, which is beyond the scope of the ISS.

#### 6. Question

Consider the following statements about the significance and benefits of ISRO’s analog space mission:

• The mission will exclusively benefit space missions to the International Space Station (ISS).

• It is designed to simulate extraterrestrial habitat conditions for future interplanetary missions.

• The mission involves testing life-support systems and behavior in isolated conditions.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

The analog space mission is designed to simulate extraterrestrial habitat conditions that would be encountered in future interplanetary missions, such as on Mars or the Moon. It includes testing life-support systems, habitat feasibility, and behavior in isolated environments to prepare astronauts for future deep-space missions.

Statement 1 is incorrect as the mission is not focused on the ISS but rather on long-term extraterrestrial habitat feasibility, which is beyond the scope of the ISS.

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is incorrect as the mission is not focused on the ISS but rather on long-term extraterrestrial habitat feasibility, which is beyond the scope of the ISS.

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR: It is an annual exercise held alternatively in India and the USA. The exercise involves participants from all three branches of the Indian and US Armed Forces. Psychological warfare tactics are a training component of VAJRA PRAHAR. Which of the above statements is correct? a) 1 only b) 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: b) VAJRA PRAHAR includes training in psychological warfare tactics, which are essential for Special Forces operations in hostile or isolated environments. Statement 1 is incorrect as the exercise is typically conducted between the Indian Army Special Forces and the US Army Green Berets, not involving all branches of both armed forces. Statement 2 is also incorrect since it does not rotate annually between India and the USA. Incorrect Solution: b) VAJRA PRAHAR includes training in psychological warfare tactics, which are essential for Special Forces operations in hostile or isolated environments. Statement 1 is incorrect as the exercise is typically conducted between the Indian Army Special Forces and the US Army Green Berets, not involving all branches of both armed forces. Statement 2 is also incorrect since it does not rotate annually between India and the USA.

#### 7. Question

Consider the following statements about Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR:

• It is an annual exercise held alternatively in India and the USA.

• The exercise involves participants from all three branches of the Indian and US Armed Forces.

• Psychological warfare tactics are a training component of VAJRA PRAHAR.

Which of the above statements is correct?

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) None of the above

Solution: b)

VAJRA PRAHAR includes training in psychological warfare tactics, which are essential for Special Forces operations in hostile or isolated environments. Statement 1 is incorrect as the exercise is typically conducted between the Indian Army Special Forces and the US Army Green Berets, not involving all branches of both armed forces. Statement 2 is also incorrect since it does not rotate annually between India and the USA.

Solution: b)

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Regarding the security and functionality of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), consider the following statements: EVMs use encrypted memory to securely store vote data. They rely on the internet for vote counting and transmission. Backup power ensures that EVMs function in areas with no electricity supply. EVMs are tamper-proof, and the recorded data cannot be altered. Which of the above statements are correct? a) 1, 3, and 4 only b) 2 and 4 only c) 1 and 2 only d) 1, 2, 3, and 4 Correct Solution: a) EVMs store vote data in encrypted memory, providing security and making it tamper-resistant. The backup power feature ensures EVM functionality even in areas lacking electricity. However, statement 2 is incorrect, as EVMs are standalone devices and do not connect to the internet, which prevents unauthorized access and remote tampering. Incorrect Solution: a) EVMs store vote data in encrypted memory, providing security and making it tamper-resistant. The backup power feature ensures EVM functionality even in areas lacking electricity. However, statement 2 is incorrect, as EVMs are standalone devices and do not connect to the internet, which prevents unauthorized access and remote tampering.

#### 8. Question

Regarding the security and functionality of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), consider the following statements:

• EVMs use encrypted memory to securely store vote data.

• They rely on the internet for vote counting and transmission.

• Backup power ensures that EVMs function in areas with no electricity supply.

• EVMs are tamper-proof, and the recorded data cannot be altered.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) 1, 3, and 4 only

• b) 2 and 4 only

• c) 1 and 2 only

• d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

Solution: a)

EVMs store vote data in encrypted memory, providing security and making it tamper-resistant. The backup power feature ensures EVM functionality even in areas lacking electricity.

However, statement 2 is incorrect, as EVMs are standalone devices and do not connect to the internet, which prevents unauthorized access and remote tampering.

Solution: a)

EVMs store vote data in encrypted memory, providing security and making it tamper-resistant. The backup power feature ensures EVM functionality even in areas lacking electricity.

However, statement 2 is incorrect, as EVMs are standalone devices and do not connect to the internet, which prevents unauthorized access and remote tampering.

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding Exercise GARUD SHAKTI: The exercise is conducted exclusively on Indian soil. It involves training on amphibious assault tactics for naval operations. The exercise aims to improve interoperability between the Special Forces of India and Indonesia. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 3 is correct. Exercise GARUD SHAKTI is conducted to enhance interoperability between Indian and Indonesian Special Forces. Statement 1 is incorrect, as the exercise is conducted in Indonesia at Cijantung, Jakarta. Statement 2 is also incorrect because GARUD SHAKTI focuses on jungle warfare and counter-terrorism, not on amphibious or naval operations. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 3 is correct. Exercise GARUD SHAKTI is conducted to enhance interoperability between Indian and Indonesian Special Forces. Statement 1 is incorrect, as the exercise is conducted in Indonesia at Cijantung, Jakarta. Statement 2 is also incorrect because GARUD SHAKTI focuses on jungle warfare and counter-terrorism, not on amphibious or naval operations.

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Exercise GARUD SHAKTI:

• The exercise is conducted exclusively on Indian soil.

• It involves training on amphibious assault tactics for naval operations.

• The exercise aims to improve interoperability between the Special Forces of India and Indonesia.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is correct. Exercise GARUD SHAKTI is conducted to enhance interoperability between Indian and Indonesian Special Forces.

Statement 1 is incorrect, as the exercise is conducted in Indonesia at Cijantung, Jakarta.

Statement 2 is also incorrect because GARUD SHAKTI focuses on jungle warfare and counter-terrorism, not on amphibious or naval operations.

Solution: a)

Statement 3 is correct. Exercise GARUD SHAKTI is conducted to enhance interoperability between Indian and Indonesian Special Forces.

Statement 1 is incorrect, as the exercise is conducted in Indonesia at Cijantung, Jakarta.

Statement 2 is also incorrect because GARUD SHAKTI focuses on jungle warfare and counter-terrorism, not on amphibious or naval operations.

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the North Korea’s Hwasong-19 missile: It is a short-range ballistic missile designed for regional defense. The use of solid fuel allows for more rapid deployment and launch readiness. Its small size allows it to be transported discreetly, minimizing detection risk. Which of the above statements is correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) 3 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: b) The solid fuel in Hwasong-19 enables quicker deployment and launch readiness, as it does not require on-site fueling. Statement 1 is incorrect because the Hwasong-19 is an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), not a short-range missile. Statement 3 is also incorrect; due to its large size (over 28 meters), it is challenging to transport discreetly, making it more susceptible to detection by adversaries. Incorrect Solution: b) The solid fuel in Hwasong-19 enables quicker deployment and launch readiness, as it does not require on-site fueling. Statement 1 is incorrect because the Hwasong-19 is an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), not a short-range missile. Statement 3 is also incorrect; due to its large size (over 28 meters), it is challenging to transport discreetly, making it more susceptible to detection by adversaries.

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements about the North Korea’s Hwasong-19 missile:

• It is a short-range ballistic missile designed for regional defense.

• The use of solid fuel allows for more rapid deployment and launch readiness.

• Its small size allows it to be transported discreetly, minimizing detection risk.

Which of the above statements is correct?

• d) None of the above

Solution: b)

The solid fuel in Hwasong-19 enables quicker deployment and launch readiness, as it does not require on-site fueling. Statement 1 is incorrect because the Hwasong-19 is an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), not a short-range missile. Statement 3 is also incorrect; due to its large size (over 28 meters), it is challenging to transport discreetly, making it more susceptible to detection by adversaries.

Solution: b)

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