Current Affairs Quiz 14 April 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 14 April 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Bodh Gaya Temple and its administration:
1. The Mahabodhi Temple is managed exclusively by a Buddhist-majority board as per the Bodh Gaya Temple Act, 1949.
2. The temple is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is significant to both Buddhists and Hindus.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Bodh Gaya Temple Management Committee under the Bodh Gaya Temple Act, 1949 mandates that the district collector (a Hindu) is the chairman, and the committee has equal representation from Hindus and Buddhists. Thus, it’s not exclusively Buddhist.
• Statement 2 is correct. The Mahabodhi Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 2002) and is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Bodh Gaya Temple Management Committee under the Bodh Gaya Temple Act, 1949 mandates that the district collector (a Hindu) is the chairman, and the committee has equal representation from Hindus and Buddhists. Thus, it’s not exclusively Buddhist.
• Statement 2 is correct. The Mahabodhi Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 2002) and is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. A divergence between employment and income trends in urban India may indicate a phenomenon of “jobless growth.”
2. Increased urban spending despite stagnant wages is mostly attributed to rising lifestyle aspirations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Jobless growth refers to a situation where output grows, but employment doesn’t grow proportionally, or income remains stagnant.
• Statement 2 is also correct: Several surveys and consumption data have shown that lifestyle-driven consumption (e.g., EMI-based aspirational spending) is rising even when real wages are flat or declining.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Jobless growth refers to a situation where output grows, but employment doesn’t grow proportionally, or income remains stagnant.
• Statement 2 is also correct: Several surveys and consumption data have shown that lifestyle-driven consumption (e.g., EMI-based aspirational spending) is rising even when real wages are flat or declining. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
What is the primary function of DRDO’s Mk-II(A) Laser Directed Energy Weapon tested recently?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (c) To disable incoming missiles and drones
Explanation:
• The Mk-II(A) Laser Directed Energy Weapon developed by DRDO is capable of neutralizing hostile drones and aerial threats. It uses high-energy lasers to damage or destroy the target’s electronics or structure from a distance.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c) To disable incoming missiles and drones
Explanation:
• The Mk-II(A) Laser Directed Energy Weapon developed by DRDO is capable of neutralizing hostile drones and aerial threats. It uses high-energy lasers to damage or destroy the target’s electronics or structure from a distance. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Cause: India has launched the AIKEYME maritime exercise with African countries.
Effect: ?
Which of the following is NOT a likely effect?CorrectCorrect Answer: (c) Reduction in India’s dependence on U.S. naval technology
Explanation:
• The AIKEYME exercise focuses on regional cooperation, training, and strategic partnerships, especially with African coastal nations.
• Statement (c) is not directly relevant to the aim of the exercise. India’s dependence on U.S. naval technology is not a primary concern addressed by such regional drills.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c) Reduction in India’s dependence on U.S. naval technology
Explanation:
• The AIKEYME exercise focuses on regional cooperation, training, and strategic partnerships, especially with African coastal nations.
• Statement (c) is not directly relevant to the aim of the exercise. India’s dependence on U.S. naval technology is not a primary concern addressed by such regional drills. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the AIKEYME naval exercise:
1. It is hosted by India and an East African nation.
2. It supports India’s SAGAR and MAHASAGAR doctrines.
3. It includes participation from both African and European countries.
Which of the statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: The AIKEYME exercise is a bilateral or multilateral engagement involving India and East African countries.
• Statement 2 is correct: It aligns with India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) and MAHASAGAR (India–Africa maritime outreach) strategies.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: There is no European participation in this particular exerciseIncorrectCorrect Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: The AIKEYME exercise is a bilateral or multilateral engagement involving India and East African countries.
• Statement 2 is correct: It aligns with India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) and MAHASAGAR (India–Africa maritime outreach) strategies.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: There is no European participation in this particular exercise
