Current Affairs Quiz 25 November 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 25 November 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following countries/blocs has/have existing Free Trade Agreement
with India?
1. ASEAN
2. Chile
3. European Union
4. Mercosur
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectAnswer: C
IncorrectAnswer: C
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP)
Programme:
1. Under this programme, Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) procure and blend
up to 10% ethanol in petrol.
2. The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG) vide its notification has extended the programme
to the whole of India except Union Territories of Andaman Nicobar and Chandigarh.
3. The price of Ethanol is administered by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG) vide its notification has extended the programme
to the whole of India except Union Territories of Andaman Nicobar and Lakshadweep
islands. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: C
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG) vide its notification has extended the programme
to the whole of India except Union Territories of Andaman Nicobar and Lakshadweep
islands. Hence, statement 2 is not correct. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about Universal Postal Union (UPU) are true?
1. The UPU established by the Treaty of Bern of 1874 is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN).
2. India joined the UPU in 1876.
Select the correct answer using the code below.CorrectAnswer: C
Universal Postal Union (UPU)
• The UPU established by the Treaty of Bern of 1874 is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) that coordinates postal policies among member nations, in addition to the worldwide postal system.
• The UPU’s headquarters are located in Bern, Switzerland.
• The UPU contains four bodies consisting of the Congress, the Council of Administration (CA), the Postal Operations Council (POC) and the International Bureau (IB).
• It also oversees the Telematics and Express Mail Service (EMS) cooperatives. Each member agrees to the same terms for conducting international postal duties.
• India joined the UPU in 1876.IncorrectAnswer: C
Universal Postal Union (UPU)
• The UPU established by the Treaty of Bern of 1874 is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) that coordinates postal policies among member nations, in addition to the worldwide postal system.
• The UPU’s headquarters are located in Bern, Switzerland.
• The UPU contains four bodies consisting of the Congress, the Council of Administration (CA), the Postal Operations Council (POC) and the International Bureau (IB).
• It also oversees the Telematics and Express Mail Service (EMS) cooperatives. Each member agrees to the same terms for conducting international postal duties.
• India joined the UPU in 1876. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Bio Compressed Natural Gas (Bio-CNG)
1. It has high methane content and high calorific value combined with low impurities makes it an ideal fuel for automobiles.
2. The low emission levels of Bio-CNG makes it a more environment-friendly fuel than biogas.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer : c
• The high methane content and calorific value combined with the low quantity of hydrogen sulphide and impurities makes Bio-CNG an ideal fuel for automobiles and power generation.
• The low emission levels of Bio-CNG also make it a more environment-friendly fuel than biogas.
• The Bio-CNG process also produces enriched organic manure which can be used as fertiliser.IncorrectAnswer : c
• The high methane content and calorific value combined with the low quantity of hydrogen sulphide and impurities makes Bio-CNG an ideal fuel for automobiles and power generation.
• The low emission levels of Bio-CNG also make it a more environment-friendly fuel than biogas.
• The Bio-CNG process also produces enriched organic manure which can be used as fertiliser. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
What is the primary focus of the STARS scheme launched under the Department of School Education and Literacy?
CorrectCorrect Answer: B) To enhance the quality of school education in selected Indian states with support from the World Bank.
IncorrectCorrect Answer: B) To enhance the quality of school education in selected Indian states with support from the World Bank.
