Current Affairs Quiz 17 January 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 17 January 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which countries have successfully executed satellite docking experiments before India?
CorrectCorrect Answer: C. United States, Russia, China
Solution: India’s successful execution of its first satellite docking experiment (SpaDeX) places it in the elite club of countries that have achieved this feat. The countries that had successfully conducted satellite docking experiments before India are:
• The United States
• Russia
• China
Japan is not on the list, making option C the correct answer.IncorrectCorrect Answer: C. United States, Russia, China
Solution: India’s successful execution of its first satellite docking experiment (SpaDeX) places it in the elite club of countries that have achieved this feat. The countries that had successfully conducted satellite docking experiments before India are:
• The United States
• Russia
• China
Japan is not on the list, making option C the correct answer. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
What is the primary strategic significance of constructing a third launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota?
CorrectCorrect Answer: C. It will serve as a standby for the existing two launch pads.
Solution: The primary strategic significance of constructing a third launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota is that it will serve as a standby for the existing two launch pads. This enhances ISRO’s capacity to handle increased launch demands and evolving requirements. The new launch pad will support advanced missions, such as Next Generation Launch Vehicles (NGLVs) set to debut in 2031 and manned spaceflight missions targeted for 2026, among others.
IncorrectCorrect Answer: C. It will serve as a standby for the existing two launch pads.
Solution: The primary strategic significance of constructing a third launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota is that it will serve as a standby for the existing two launch pads. This enhances ISRO’s capacity to handle increased launch demands and evolving requirements. The new launch pad will support advanced missions, such as Next Generation Launch Vehicles (NGLVs) set to debut in 2031 and manned spaceflight missions targeted for 2026, among others.
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to the Drone Shakti Scheme, consider the following statements:
1. The scheme aims to promote the use of drones in various sectors including agriculture, healthcare, and disaster management.
2. The scheme provides subsidies to drone manufacturers to lower the cost of drones for end-users.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:CorrectCorrect Answer: A .1 only
Explanation:
1. The Drone Shakti Scheme aims to promote the use of drones in various sectors, including agriculture, healthcare, and disaster management. This statement is correct.
2. The scheme does not specifically provide subsidies to drone manufacturers to lower the cost of drones for end-users. This statement is incorrect.IncorrectCorrect Answer: A .1 only
Explanation:
1. The Drone Shakti Scheme aims to promote the use of drones in various sectors, including agriculture, healthcare, and disaster management. This statement is correct.
2. The scheme does not specifically provide subsidies to drone manufacturers to lower the cost of drones for end-users. This statement is incorrect. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which country was the largest source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India for the fiscal year 2023-24?
CorrectCorrect Answer: C. Singapore
Solution: For the fiscal year 2023-24, Singapore was the largest source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India, contributing $11.77 billion. This made Singapore the top investor in India despite a decrease in inflows compared to the previous year.
IncorrectCorrect Answer: C. Singapore
Solution: For the fiscal year 2023-24, Singapore was the largest source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India, contributing $11.77 billion. This made Singapore the top investor in India despite a decrease in inflows compared to the previous year.
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5. Question
With reference to ISRO’s recent satellite launch, consider the following statements:
1.The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) involved the docking of two satellites in orbit.
2.SpaDeX was launched using the GSLV Mk III rocket.
3.India became the fourth nation to achieve in-space docking through this mission.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
•Statement 1 is correct: ISRO’s Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) successfully demonstrated the docking of two satellites in orbit.
•Statement 2 is incorrect: SpaDeX was launched using the PSLV C60 rocket, not the GSLV Mk III.
•Statement 3 is correct: India became the fourth country( after U.S, Russia and China) in the world to achieve in-space docking.IncorrectAnswer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
•Statement 1 is correct: ISRO’s Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) successfully demonstrated the docking of two satellites in orbit.
•Statement 2 is incorrect: SpaDeX was launched using the PSLV C60 rocket, not the GSLV Mk III.
•Statement 3 is correct: India became the fourth country( after U.S, Russia and China) in the world to achieve in-space docking.
