Prelims Current Affairs Quiz – 30 September 2023

1. How many of the following statements about Electoral Bonds is/are correct?
1. They are seen an alternative to cash donations made to political parties.
2. They can be purchased by any citizen of India or a body established in India only.
3. State Bank of India is the only authorised bank to issue such bonds.
4. An electoral bond will be valid for 30 days from the date of issue.
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2. Consider the following statements with respect to Global Innovation Index (GII):
1. It measures the most innovative economies in the world.
2. It is published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
3. In 2023 rankings, Switzerland is the most innovative economy and India has topped the lower-middle income group category.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

3. Consider the following statements regarding Smart Cities Mission:
1. It is a Central Sector Scheme.
2. It aims to promote cities that provide core infrastructure, decent quality of life and a clean and sustainable environment through the application of ‘Smart’ solutions.
3. It is an initiative of the Union Ministry for Housing and Urban Affairs.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

4. How many of the following are considered by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices in the calculation of Minimum Support Price in India?
1. Costs incurred on hired human labour
2. Rent paid for leased land
3. The imputed value of family labour
4. Expenses incurred on use of fertilizers
5. Interest on working capital
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5. The language Toto belongs to which of the following family languages?