Posted in Current Affairs Quiz Current Affairs Quiz – 01 August 2023 August 1, 2023 Leave a comment 1. Which of the following is related to the Kessler Syndrome? The study of space weather patterns on Earth. A theoretical chain reaction of collisions leading to the proliferation of space debris. The development of advanced propulsion systems for space exploration. The exploration of potential habitable exoplanets. 2. Consider the following statements: Fiscal deficit is the difference between total expenditure and the sum of revenue receipts and non-debt receipts. Primary deficit is derived by deducting capital expenditure from fiscal deficits. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 3. The term “Akira”, recently in news is related to: An ancient archaeological site in Egypt. A ransomware An advanced AI system A groundbreaking medical research project 4. Consider the following statements: Tiger is listed as ‘Endangered’ on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Caspian tiger, Javan tiger and Bali tiger are extinct subspecies of tigers. Manas National Park is the largest tiger reserve in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 3 only 1, 2 and 3 5. Consider the following statements in context of Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G): The Ministry of Jal Shakti started it in 2014 with the goal of making all of India “open-defecation free” (ODF). The ODF Plus (ODF+) status is given if not a single person is found defecating in the open, and all public toilets are functional and well maintained. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 6. Pradhan Mantri Gram SadakYojana is under the authority of: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Ministry of Rural Development Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs 7. Consider the following pairs: Biodiversity Heritage Site: State Gandhamardan Hills: Odisha TungkyongDho: Sikkim Haldir Char Island: West Bengal NamthingPokhari: Assam How many of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? Only one Only two Only three All four 8. “Bhojpatra”, sometimes in news, is related with: A traditional musical instrument used in Indian classical music. A type of ancient manuscript made from the bark of a tree, commonly used for writing in ancient India. A specialized kind of spice used in traditional Indian cooking. A sacred ritual practiced in certain regions of India to invoke blessings from the divine. 9. Consider the following statements regarding China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC): It connects China’s Uygur Autonomous region with Gwadar Port in Pakistan. It will enable China to access the Indian Ocean. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 10. Which of the following is “cryptobiosis” related to? A cryptographic encryption method used in computer security. A novel cryptocurrency with unique mining algorithms. A biological phenomenon where an organism enters a state of suspended animation in response to extreme environmental conditions. A cryptographic protocol used in blockchain technology for secure transactions. Loading …
