Current Affairs Quiz 19 June 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 19 June 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
With reference to the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2024, consider the following statements:
1. Estonia leads the EPI 2024 by achieving the highest reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 1990.
2. India ranks 176th out of 180 countries in the EPI 2024, performing poorly in air quality and emissions.
3. The 2024 EPI introduces pilot indicators to measure the effectiveness and stringency of protected areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. Estonia leads the EPI 2024 by achieving a 59% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to 1990 levels.
• Statement 2 is correct. India ranks 176th out of 180 countries in the EPI 2024, performing poorly in categories such as air quality and emissions.
• Statement 3 is correct. The 2024 EPI introduces pilot indicators to measure the effectiveness and stringency of protected areas.IncorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. Estonia leads the EPI 2024 by achieving a 59% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to 1990 levels.
• Statement 2 is correct. India ranks 176th out of 180 countries in the EPI 2024, performing poorly in categories such as air quality and emissions.
• Statement 3 is correct. The 2024 EPI introduces pilot indicators to measure the effectiveness and stringency of protected areas. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements regarding Central Consumer Protection Authority is\are correct?
1. CCPA is a regulatory body established in 2020 based on the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
2. CCPA works under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs.Select the correct answer from the code below.
CorrectAnswer: A
About Central Consumer Protection Authority
• CCPA is a regulatory body established in 2020 based on the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
• CCPA works under the administrative control of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs.Objective:
• To promote, protect and enforce the rights of consumers as a class.
• To conduct investigations into violation of consumer rights and institute complaints/prosecution.
• To order the recall of unsafe goods and services, discontinuation of unfair trade practices and misleading advertisements.
• To impose penalties on manufacturers/endorsers/publishers of misleading advertisements.IncorrectAnswer: A
About Central Consumer Protection Authority
• CCPA is a regulatory body established in 2020 based on the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
• CCPA works under the administrative control of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs.Objective:
• To promote, protect and enforce the rights of consumers as a class.
• To conduct investigations into violation of consumer rights and institute complaints/prosecution.
• To order the recall of unsafe goods and services, discontinuation of unfair trade practices and misleading advertisements.
• To impose penalties on manufacturers/endorsers/publishers of misleading advertisements. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to the Kavli Prize, consider the following statements:
1. The Kavli Prize is awarded annually to recognize outstanding achievements in astrophysics, nanoscience, and neuroscience.
2. The Kavli Prize was established in 2008 by Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist Fred Kavli.
3. The Kavli Prize recognizes achievements made during the preceding year, similar to the Nobel Prize.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (d) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Kavli Prize is awarded biennially, not annually.
• Statement 2 is correct. The Kavli Prize was established in 2008 by Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist Fred Kavli.
• Statement 3 is incorrect. Unlike the Nobel Prize, which is awarded for achievements made “during the preceding year,” the Kavli Prize recognizes achievements without this restriction.IncorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (d) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Kavli Prize is awarded biennially, not annually.
• Statement 2 is correct. The Kavli Prize was established in 2008 by Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist Fred Kavli.
• Statement 3 is incorrect. Unlike the Nobel Prize, which is awarded for achievements made “during the preceding year,” the Kavli Prize recognizes achievements without this restriction. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following countries are the members of SAARC
1.Maldives
2.Mauritius
3.Afghanistan
4.Nepal
5.Mayanmar
Select the correct answer from the code given belowCorrectSolution: C
The idea of regional cooperation in South Asia was first raised in November 1980. After consultations, the foreign secretaries of the seven founding countries—Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka—met for the first time in Colombo in April 1981.
Afghanistan became the newest member of SAARC at the 13th annual summit in 2005.
The Headquarters and Secretariat of the Association are at Kathmandu, Nepal.IncorrectSolution: C
The idea of regional cooperation in South Asia was first raised in November 1980. After consultations, the foreign secretaries of the seven founding countries—Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka—met for the first time in Colombo in April 1981.
Afghanistan became the newest member of SAARC at the 13th annual summit in 2005.
The Headquarters and Secretariat of the Association are at Kathmandu, Nepal. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the National Security Council (NSC) of India, consider the following statements:
1. The National Security Council (NSC) is the main advisory body to the Prime Minister on national security and strategic interests.
2. The NSC was established in 1998 during the tenure of Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
3. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) is a member of the NSC.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. The NSC is indeed the main advisory body to the Prime Minister on national security and strategic interests.
• Statement 2 is correct. The NSC was established in 1998 during the tenure of Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
• Statement 3 is correct. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) is a member of the NSC.IncorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. The NSC is indeed the main advisory body to the Prime Minister on national security and strategic interests.
• Statement 2 is correct. The NSC was established in 1998 during the tenure of Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
• Statement 3 is correct. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) is a member of the NSC.
