UPSC Current Affairs Practice Questions – 14-15 July 2024

1. The SDG India Index is released by:

2. Consider the following statements regarding River Cauvery:

1. The basin lies in the States Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala and Andhra Pradesh.
2. Harangi, Shimsha and the Arkavati River are the important tributaries of the River Cauvery.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

3. With reference to the foxnut (makhana), consider the following statements:

1. It grows well in low humid conditions.
2. It has a low glycaemic index compared to other carbohydrate foods such as rice.
3. The government provides a minimum support price (MSP) guarantee for makhana.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

4. Consider the following statements with reference to Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserves (STR):

1. It links Eastern and Western Ghats.
2. Sandalwood tree is found in it.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

5. Consider the following statements:

1. Mineral Nanoparticles cannot be created under laboratory conditions
2. Mineral Nanoparticles may help in increasing agricultural productivity

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?