Prelims Current Affairs Quiz - 14 October 2023

1. Consider the following statements regarding Panchayat Development Index (PDI):

It is a multi-domain and multi-sectoral index that is intended to assess the overall holistic development, performance, and progress of panchayats.
It is successfully implemented in half of the States in the country.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

2. Which of the following statement is correct regarding white phosphorus?

(a) It is a naturally occurring element

(b) It is used in the production of fireworks

(c) It is listed in Schedule 1 of Chemical Weapons

(d) It is a noble gas

3. Consider the following:

A significant rise in atmospheric aerosols is expected to:

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1 and 3 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Location of Pontus Tectonic Plate is present day:

(a) Atlantic Ocean

(b) Sea of Japan

(c) Pacific Ocean

(d) South China Sea

5. Poorvottar Sampark Setu Portal is launched by:

(a) Ministry of Panchayati Raj

(b) Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region

(c) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions

(d) Ministry of Home Affairs

Prelims Current Affairs Quiz – 14 October 2023