UPSC Current Affairs Practice Questions – 27 September 2024

1. Consider the following statements regarding Rabies:

1. Rabies is a vaccine-preventable disease that primarily affects the central nervous system.
2. Rabies is classified as a neglected tropical disease (NTD).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

2. Which of the following are key thematic measures used in the Asia Power Index?

1. Military Capability and Defence Networks
2. Economic Capability and Relationships
3. Environmental Sustainability Actions and Initiatives

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

3. Consider the following statements about gorillas:

1. Gorillas are the largest living primates.
2. All gorilla species are found in Asia.
3. Gorillas primarily live in tropical and subtropical forests.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

4. Consider the following statements about the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB):

1. AIIB is headquartered in Beijing, China.
2. It was granted Permanent Observer status in the deliberations of United Nations General Assembly and UN Economic and Social Council

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

5. Consider the following statements regarding silk production in India:

1. India is the largest silk producer in the world, contributing more than 50 % of global production
2. Karnataka is the leading producer of silk in India.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?