UPSC Current Affairs Practice Questions – 29-30 September 2024

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Mineral Security Finance Network (MSFN):

1. The MSFN is an initiative led by the United Nations to secure critical mineral supply chains.
2. India is a founding member of the MSFN.
3. The MSFN focuses on promoting high environmental, social, and governance standards in the mining sector.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

2. Consider the following statements regarding CASA deposits:

1. CASA deposits are a combination of current and savings accounts in a bank.
2. CASA deposits generally offer higher interest rates compared to fixed deposits.
3. A higher CASA ratio indicates a bank’s reliance on low-cost funds.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

3. Consider the following statements regarding the IBSA Dialogue Forum:

1. IBSA is a trilateral, developmental initiative between India, Brazil, and South Africa.
2. The IBSA Fund supports projects in least developed countries (LDCs).
3. It was established through the Brasilia Declaration.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

4. Consider the following statements regarding Lokayukta:

1. Lokayukta is an anti-corruption ombudsman organization in Indian states.
2. The Lokayukta can investigate allegations of corruption against the Chief Minister of a state.
3. The institution of Lokayukta was first established in the state of Maharashtra.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

5. Which of the following statements regarding Thermobaric Weapons is/are correct?

1. They consist of a fuel container with two separate explosive charges.
2. Thermobaric weapons are specifically banned under the Hague Conventions of 1899 and 1907.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?