UPSC Current Affairs Practice Questions – 17-18 December 2023

1. Consider the following statements about Ramanujacharya:

1. Statue of unity is dedicated to social reformer and saint Ramanujacharya.
2. He propagated the concept of “vasudhaiva kutumbakam”, which translates as “all the universe is one family”.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

2. Consider the following statements with respect to Akash Weapon System (AWS)

1. It is a Medium Range Surface to Air Missile System.
2. It is indigenously designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
3. The weapon system’s range is up to 100 kilometres only.

How many of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

3. Consider the following statements with respect to Sengol in Indian Parliament:

1. It is a historical symbol of Independence as it signifies the transfer of power from the British to the Indians.
2. It has a Nandi bull on top, symbolising justice.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

4. Consider the following statements regarding Kashi – Tamil Sangamam:

1. Its objective is to bring the two knowledge and cultural traditions (of the North and South) closer.
2. It is being organized by the Ministry of Education.
3. IIT Madras and Banaras Hindu University (BHU) are the two implementing agencies for the programme.

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

5. Tax inspector without border (TIWB) provides expert assistance and transfer of tax audit knowledge to developing countries. It is a joint initiative of