UPSC Current Affairs Practice Questions – 22-23 September 2024

1. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding India’s first comprehensive Cancer Multi-Omics Data Portal?

1. It is launched by the India Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA) foundation.
2. It provides open access to data from global cancer patients.
3. The portal is accessible only to Indian researchers under India’s PRIDE guidelines.

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2. Consider the following statements regarding Swachh Survekshan:

1. Swachh Survekshan is an annual cleanliness survey conducted by Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti.
2. It was initiated under the Swachh Bharat Mission.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

3. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR):

1. ICAR is responsible for coordinating agricultural research and education and managing fisheries and animal sciences research
2. The Farmers Innovation Fund and Kisan Diwas are associated with ICAR.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

4. Consider the following statements about the 2022-23 Food Safety Index rankings:

1. Kerala topped the ranking among large states.
2. Goa was the top-ranking state among small states.
3. Delhi secured the first rank among Union Territories.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

5. Which of the following are included in the scope of the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme 2024 (VSV 2.0)?

1. Cases with objections filed before the Dispute Resolution Panel (DRP) where no final assessment order has been issued.
2. Pending revision applications before the Commissioner.
3. Cases involving undisclosed foreign income.

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