Current Affairs Quiz 01 March 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 01 March 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to India’s GDP growth in Q3 FY 2024-25, which factor primarily contributed to the increase from 5.6% in Q2 to 6.2% in Q3?
CorrectAnswer: (b) Strong growth in government spending and private consumption
Explanation: Government spending increased by 8.3% and private consumption by 6.9%, driving GDP growth. In contrast, investment growth slowed, and imports declined, indicating that fiscal and consumer demand played the dominant role in boosting GDP.
IncorrectAnswer: (b) Strong growth in government spending and private consumption
Explanation: Government spending increased by 8.3% and private consumption by 6.9%, driving GDP growth. In contrast, investment growth slowed, and imports declined, indicating that fiscal and consumer demand played the dominant role in boosting GDP.
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2. Question
Which of the following statements regarding ISRO’s Aditya-L1 mission is correct?
1. It is India’s first dedicated solar mission.
2. It was placed in a halo orbit around the Earth-Sun Lagrange Point L2.
3. It captured the first-ever image of a solar flare ‘kernel’ in the lower solar atmosphere.CorrectAnswer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation: Aditya-L1 is India’s first solar mission, launched on September 2, 2023, and placed in a halo orbit around L1 (not L2) on January 6, 2024. It successfully captured the first-ever image of a solar flare ‘kernel’ using the Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT).
IncorrectAnswer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation: Aditya-L1 is India’s first solar mission, launched on September 2, 2023, and placed in a halo orbit around L1 (not L2) on January 6, 2024. It successfully captured the first-ever image of a solar flare ‘kernel’ using the Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT).
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3. Question
Which constitutional provision allows the state to make special provisions for women and children, supporting gender-sensitive policies in employment?
CorrectAnswer: (b) Article 15(3)
Explanation: Article 15(3) permits the state to make special provisions for women and children, which justifies gender-sensitive policies in the judiciary and public service.
IncorrectAnswer: (b) Article 15(3)
Explanation: Article 15(3) permits the state to make special provisions for women and children, which justifies gender-sensitive policies in the judiciary and public service.
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4. Question
The Digital India programme, aimed at improving digital infrastructure and accessibility, is implemented under which of the following?
CorrectAnswer: (d) All of the above
Explanation:
• IT Act, 2000 – Provides the legal framework for digital transactions and cybersecurity.
• National Digital Communications Policy, 2018 – Aims at increasing digital connectivity and data governance.
• BharatNet Initiative – Expands broadband connectivity in rural areas, improving digital inclusion.IncorrectAnswer: (d) All of the above
Explanation:
• IT Act, 2000 – Provides the legal framework for digital transactions and cybersecurity.
• National Digital Communications Policy, 2018 – Aims at increasing digital connectivity and data governance.
• BharatNet Initiative – Expands broadband connectivity in rural areas, improving digital inclusion. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) has helped in improving India’s trade and economic integration. Which constitutional article provides for the GST Council?
CorrectAnswer: (b) Article 279A
Explanation:
• Article 279A established the GST Council to ensure a uniform indirect tax system across states, enhancing trade and economic growth.IncorrectAnswer: (b) Article 279A
Explanation:
• Article 279A established the GST Council to ensure a uniform indirect tax system across states, enhancing trade and economic growth.
