UPSC Current Affairs Practice Questions – 14 October 2024

1. Consider the following statements regarding biobanks:

1. Biobanks are repositories that store biological samples like blood, DNA, and tissues for research purposes.
2. Large, diverse biobanks are essential for precision medicine to benefit all sections of society.
3. Biobanks in India are well-regulated, with comprehensive laws ensuring informed consent and data protection.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

2. Consider the following statements regarding Rubella:

1. Rubella, also known as German measles, is a viral infection.
2. Rubella infection during pregnancy can cause serious birth defects.
3. The rubella vaccine is only effective if given to children under 5 years of age.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

3. Consider the following statements regarding the Draft National Governance Bill:

1. The bill proposes the establishment of a Central Regulatory Authority to oversee National Sports Federations (NSFs).
2. The bill mandates that at least 30% of the members of Executive Committees must be female.
3. The bill includes provisions for the formation of Athletes Commissions to represent athletes’ concerns and participation in decision-making.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

4. The process of hydraulic fracking, often in news, is associated with

5. The NAFINDEX survey, which offers a comprehensive overview of the rural population in terms of their status of livelihoods and level of financial inclusion, is published by: