UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 7 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 In the case of Mithu vs. State of Punjab (1983), which articles of the Indian Constitution did the Supreme Court declare violated by the mandatory death sentence? a) Article 19 and Article 21 b) Article 14 and Article 21 c) Article 15 and Article 19 d) Article 16 and Article 22 Correct Solution: b) In Mithu vs. State of Punjab (1983), the Supreme Court held that a mandatory death sentence violates Article 14 (equality before the law) and Article 21 (right to life). The court ruled that such a law was unfair and unjust, depriving individuals of their right to life without due process. Incorrect Solution: b) In Mithu vs. State of Punjab (1983), the Supreme Court held that a mandatory death sentence violates Article 14 (equality before the law) and Article 21 (right to life). The court ruled that such a law was unfair and unjust, depriving individuals of their right to life without due process.

#### 1. Question

In the case of Mithu vs. State of Punjab (1983), which articles of the Indian Constitution did the Supreme Court declare violated by the mandatory death sentence?

• a) Article 19 and Article 21

• b) Article 14 and Article 21

• c) Article 15 and Article 19

• d) Article 16 and Article 22

Solution: b)

In Mithu vs. State of Punjab (1983), the Supreme Court held that a mandatory death sentence violates Article 14 (equality before the law) and Article 21 (right to life). The court ruled that such a law was unfair and unjust, depriving individuals of their right to life without due process.

Solution: b)

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points What is the primary purpose of the Poshan Tracker initiative launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD)? a) To provide financial assistance to pregnant women b) To promote school education for children in rural areas c) To monitor the growth and nutrition of children in real-time using WHO growth charts d) To distribute food grains to underprivileged families Correct Solution: c) The Poshan Tracker is an ICT-based system developed by the Ministry of Women and Child Development to monitor the growth and nutrition of children aged 0-6 years in real-time. The initiative uses WHO growth charts and helps identify health issues for timely intervention at Anganwadi Centers. Incorrect Solution: c) The Poshan Tracker is an ICT-based system developed by the Ministry of Women and Child Development to monitor the growth and nutrition of children aged 0-6 years in real-time. The initiative uses WHO growth charts and helps identify health issues for timely intervention at Anganwadi Centers.

#### 2. Question

What is the primary purpose of the Poshan Tracker initiative launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD)?

• a) To provide financial assistance to pregnant women

• b) To promote school education for children in rural areas

• c) To monitor the growth and nutrition of children in real-time using WHO growth charts

• d) To distribute food grains to underprivileged families

Solution: c)

The Poshan Tracker is an ICT-based system developed by the Ministry of Women and Child Development to monitor the growth and nutrition of children aged 0-6 years in real-time. The initiative uses WHO growth charts and helps identify health issues for timely intervention at Anganwadi Centers.

Solution: c)

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points What is the primary purpose of the Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack launched by the Government of India? a) To regulate cryptocurrency usage in India b) To provide a public blockchain network for all users c) To centralize blockchain infrastructure for government institutions d) To offer Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) for developing permissioned blockchain applications Correct Solution: d) The Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack provides Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) using a geographically distributed infrastructure, primarily supporting permissioned blockchain applications. This service allows companies to build and manage blockchain apps through cloud-based tools while maintaining security and decentralization. Incorrect Solution: d) The Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack provides Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) using a geographically distributed infrastructure, primarily supporting permissioned blockchain applications. This service allows companies to build and manage blockchain apps through cloud-based tools while maintaining security and decentralization.

#### 3. Question

What is the primary purpose of the Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack launched by the Government of India?

• a) To regulate cryptocurrency usage in India

• b) To provide a public blockchain network for all users

• c) To centralize blockchain infrastructure for government institutions

• d) To offer Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) for developing permissioned blockchain applications

Solution: d)

The Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack provides Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) using a geographically distributed infrastructure, primarily supporting permissioned blockchain applications. This service allows companies to build and manage blockchain apps through cloud-based tools while maintaining security and decentralization.

Solution: d)

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points What is financialisation in the context of economic activities? a) When the government increases direct control over the financial sector b) When financial markets and institutions dominate economic activities, overshadowing production and investment c) When economic activities focus entirely on manufacturing and agriculture d) When global trade increases the dependence on foreign exchange markets Correct Solution: b) Financialisation refers to the increasing dominance of financial markets, financial motives, and financial institutions in an economy, often overshadowing real economic activities like production and investment. It indicates a shift in focus from traditional economic sectors to finance-driven activities. Incorrect Solution: b) Financialisation refers to the increasing dominance of financial markets, financial motives, and financial institutions in an economy, often overshadowing real economic activities like production and investment. It indicates a shift in focus from traditional economic sectors to finance-driven activities.

#### 4. Question

What is financialisation in the context of economic activities?

• a) When the government increases direct control over the financial sector

• b) When financial markets and institutions dominate economic activities, overshadowing production and investment

• c) When economic activities focus entirely on manufacturing and agriculture

• d) When global trade increases the dependence on foreign exchange markets

Solution: b)

Financialisation refers to the increasing dominance of financial markets, financial motives, and financial institutions in an economy, often overshadowing real economic activities like production and investment. It indicates a shift in focus from traditional economic sectors to finance-driven activities.

Solution: b)

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points What is the primary purpose of the India Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (IGEIC) launched by the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY)? a) To focus solely on academic research related to graphene b) To regulate the import and export of graphene in India c) To bridge the gap between graphene R&D and commercialization d) To promote the export of graphene-based products to international markets Correct Solution: c) The India Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (IGEIC) was established to bridge the gap between R&D and commercialization in the field of graphene technology, offering support to startups and industry to foster innovation and development in this high-potential field. Incorrect Solution: c) The India Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (IGEIC) was established to bridge the gap between R&D and commercialization in the field of graphene technology, offering support to startups and industry to foster innovation and development in this high-potential field.

#### 5. Question

What is the primary purpose of the India Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (IGEIC) launched by the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY)?

• a) To focus solely on academic research related to graphene

• b) To regulate the import and export of graphene in India

• c) To bridge the gap between graphene R&D and commercialization

• d) To promote the export of graphene-based products to international markets

Solution: c)

The India Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (IGEIC) was established to bridge the gap between R&D and commercialization in the field of graphene technology, offering support to startups and industry to foster innovation and development in this high-potential field.

Solution: c)

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding Quantum Theory and General Relativity: Quantum Theory explains the behavior of matter and energy at small scales, such as subatomic particles. General Relativity describes the motion of large objects in gravitational fields, such as planets and stars. Quantum Theory and General Relativity are fully compatible and have been unified under a single theory of quantum gravity. Which of the above statements 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) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Quantum Theory deals with microscopic particles and their interactions, while General Relativity describes gravitational forces affecting large-scale objects. Statement 3 is incorrect because Quantum Theory and General Relativity have not yet been fully unified, and the conflict between them is a central issue in modern physics, often referred to as the problem of quantum gravity. Incorrect Solution: a) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Quantum Theory deals with microscopic particles and their interactions, while General Relativity describes gravitational forces affecting large-scale objects. Statement 3 is incorrect because Quantum Theory and General Relativity have not yet been fully unified, and the conflict between them is a central issue in modern physics, often referred to as the problem of quantum gravity.

#### 6. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Quantum Theory and General Relativity:

• Quantum Theory explains the behavior of matter and energy at small scales, such as subatomic particles.

• General Relativity describes the motion of large objects in gravitational fields, such as planets and stars.

• Quantum Theory and General Relativity are fully compatible and have been unified under a single theory of quantum gravity.

Which of the above statements 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)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Quantum Theory deals with microscopic particles and their interactions, while General Relativity describes gravitational forces affecting large-scale objects.

Statement 3 is incorrect because Quantum Theory and General Relativity have not yet been fully unified, and the conflict between them is a central issue in modern physics, often referred to as the problem of quantum gravity.

Solution: a)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Quantum Theory deals with microscopic particles and their interactions, while General Relativity describes gravitational forces affecting large-scale objects.

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Which of the following is not a characteristic of graphene? a) Stronger than steel b) Conducts electricity c) Heavier than lead d) Biocompatible Correct Solution: c) Graphene is a light material and 1 mm weighs less than a gram, making it much lighter than lead. The other properties listed (strength, conductivity, and biocompatibility) are correct descriptions of graphene. Incorrect Solution: c) Graphene is a light material and 1 mm weighs less than a gram, making it much lighter than lead. The other properties listed (strength, conductivity, and biocompatibility) are correct descriptions of graphene.

#### 7. Question

Which of the following is not a characteristic of graphene?

• a) Stronger than steel

• b) Conducts electricity

• c) Heavier than lead

• d) Biocompatible

Solution: c)

Graphene is a light material and 1 mm weighs less than a gram, making it much lighter than lead. The other properties listed (strength, conductivity, and biocompatibility) are correct descriptions of graphene.

Solution: c)

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about blockchain technology: Each block in the blockchain contains encrypted data, which makes it tamper-proof. Blockchain operates on a decentralized network, which means no single entity controls the data. Smart contracts are used in blockchain to enable self-executing contracts, which automatically enforce agreements. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: d) All three statements are correct. Statement 1 describes the core feature of blockchain technology, where each block is encrypted and tamper-proof. Statement 2 refers to the decentralized nature of blockchain, where control is distributed across a network. Statement 3 highlights the role of smart contracts, which are self-executing contracts embedded within the blockchain that enforce the terms of an agreement automatically. Incorrect Solution: d) All three statements are correct. Statement 1 describes the core feature of blockchain technology, where each block is encrypted and tamper-proof. Statement 2 refers to the decentralized nature of blockchain, where control is distributed across a network. Statement 3 highlights the role of smart contracts, which are self-executing contracts embedded within the blockchain that enforce the terms of an agreement automatically.

#### 8. Question

Consider the following statements about blockchain technology:

• Each block in the blockchain contains encrypted data, which makes it tamper-proof.

• Blockchain operates on a decentralized network, which means no single entity controls the data.

• Smart contracts are used in blockchain to enable self-executing contracts, which automatically enforce agreements.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: d)

All three statements are correct. Statement 1 describes the core feature of blockchain technology, where each block is encrypted and tamper-proof.

Statement 2 refers to the decentralized nature of blockchain, where control is distributed across a network.

Statement 3 highlights the role of smart contracts, which are self-executing contracts embedded within the blockchain that enforce the terms of an agreement automatically.

Solution: d)

All three statements are correct. Statement 1 describes the core feature of blockchain technology, where each block is encrypted and tamper-proof.

Statement 2 refers to the decentralized nature of blockchain, where control is distributed across a network.

Statement 3 highlights the role of smart contracts, which are self-executing contracts embedded within the blockchain that enforce the terms of an agreement automatically.

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the risks of financialisation: Excessive financialisation can lead to inflated asset prices, making markets vulnerable to crashes. Financialisation tends to benefit wealthy individuals more than lower-income groups, contributing to economic inequality. Increased financialisation generally decreases the overall debt levels in an economy. Which of the above statements 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) Statement 1 is correct because excessive financialisation can result in asset price inflation, making markets prone to crashes, as seen in various financial bubbles. Statement 2 is also correct, as financialisation tends to benefit the wealthy more, leading to economic inequality. Statement 3 is incorrect because financialisation can lead to increased debt levels, not a reduction in debt. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct because excessive financialisation can result in asset price inflation, making markets prone to crashes, as seen in various financial bubbles. Statement 2 is also correct, as financialisation tends to benefit the wealthy more, leading to economic inequality. Statement 3 is incorrect because financialisation can lead to increased debt levels, not a reduction in debt.

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements about the risks of financialisation:

• Excessive financialisation can lead to inflated asset prices, making markets vulnerable to crashes.

• Financialisation tends to benefit wealthy individuals more than lower-income groups, contributing to economic inequality.

• Increased financialisation generally decreases the overall debt levels in an economy.

Which of the above statements 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)

Statement 1 is correct because excessive financialisation can result in asset price inflation, making markets prone to crashes, as seen in various financial bubbles.

Statement 2 is also correct, as financialisation tends to benefit the wealthy more, leading to economic inequality.

Statement 3 is incorrect because financialisation can lead to increased debt levels, not a reduction in debt.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct because excessive financialisation can result in asset price inflation, making markets prone to crashes, as seen in various financial bubbles.

Statement 2 is also correct, as financialisation tends to benefit the wealthy more, leading to economic inequality.

Statement 3 is incorrect because financialisation can lead to increased debt levels, not a reduction in debt.

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding graphene: Graphene is made of pure carbon, like graphite, but with a different structure. It has the potential to revolutionize the electronics and aerospace industries. Graphene has natural magnetic properties that make it ideal for magnetic storage devices. Which of the above statements 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) Statement 1 is correct, as graphene is made of pure carbon, like graphite, but it has a unique structure of a one-atom-thick layer of carbon atoms. Statement 2 is also correct because graphene’s properties, like high strength, conductivity, and flexibility, make it promising for applications in electronics and aerospace. Statement 3 is incorrect as graphene does not have natural magnetic properties. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct, as graphene is made of pure carbon, like graphite, but it has a unique structure of a one-atom-thick layer of carbon atoms. Statement 2 is also correct because graphene’s properties, like high strength, conductivity, and flexibility, make it promising for applications in electronics and aerospace. Statement 3 is incorrect as graphene does not have natural magnetic properties.

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements regarding graphene:

• Graphene is made of pure carbon, like graphite, but with a different structure.

• It has the potential to revolutionize the electronics and aerospace industries.

• Graphene has natural magnetic properties that make it ideal for magnetic storage devices.

Which of the above statements 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)

Statement 1 is correct, as graphene is made of pure carbon, like graphite, but it has a unique structure of a one-atom-thick layer of carbon atoms.

Statement 2 is also correct because graphene’s properties, like high strength, conductivity, and flexibility, make it promising for applications in electronics and aerospace.

Statement 3 is incorrect as graphene does not have natural magnetic properties.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct, as graphene is made of pure carbon, like graphite, but it has a unique structure of a one-atom-thick layer of carbon atoms.

Statement 2 is also correct because graphene’s properties, like high strength, conductivity, and flexibility, make it promising for applications in electronics and aerospace.

Statement 3 is incorrect as graphene does not have natural magnetic properties.

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