Current Affairs Quiz 04 March 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 04 March 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Consider the following statements about Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
1. It is an intergovernmental organization of 9 nations.
2. The stated mission of the organization is to coordinate and unify the petroleum policies of its member countries and ensure the stabilization of oil markets,
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: B
About Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
• The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries is an intergovernmental organization of 14 nations, founded in 1960 in Baghdad by the first five members (Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela), and headquartered since 1965 in Vienna, Austria.
• As of 2018, the 14 member countries accounted for an estimated 44 percent of global oil production and almost 82% of the world’s “proven” oil reserves, giving OPEC a major influence on global oil prices that were previously determined by the so-called “Seven Sisters” grouping of multinational oil companies.
• The stated mission of the organization is to “coordinate and unify the petroleum policies of its member countries and ensure the stabilization of oil markets, in order to secure an efficient, economic and regular supply of petroleum to consumers, a steady income to producers, and a fair return on capital for those investing in the petroleum industry.IncorrectAnswer: B
About Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
• The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries is an intergovernmental organization of 14 nations, founded in 1960 in Baghdad by the first five members (Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela), and headquartered since 1965 in Vienna, Austria.
• As of 2018, the 14 member countries accounted for an estimated 44 percent of global oil production and almost 82% of the world’s “proven” oil reserves, giving OPEC a major influence on global oil prices that were previously determined by the so-called “Seven Sisters” grouping of multinational oil companies.
• The stated mission of the organization is to “coordinate and unify the petroleum policies of its member countries and ensure the stabilization of oil markets, in order to secure an efficient, economic and regular supply of petroleum to consumers, a steady income to producers, and a fair return on capital for those investing in the petroleum industry. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Who among the following is/are members in selection committee of the Lokpal?
1. Prime Minister
2. Speaker of the Lok Sabha
3. Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha
4. Chief Justice of India
5. An eminent jurist
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectCorrect Answer : D
IncorrectCorrect Answer : D
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following Indian languages have Classical language status?
1.Tamil
2.Telugu
3. Kannada
4. Malayalam
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectCorrect Answer : D
IncorrectCorrect Answer : D
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding official language
1. Hindi written in Devanagari script is to be the official language of the Union.
2. The Official Languages Act lays down that English should be used for purposes of
communication between the Union and the non-Hindi states.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : C
IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Lokpal
1. Lokpal can Suo motu proceed against any public servant.
2. Anonymous complaints are not allowed.
3. Heavy punishment for false and frivolous complaints has been provided.
How many of the given statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : B
Lokpal cannot suo motu proceed against any public servant. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
IncorrectCorrect Answer : B
Lokpal cannot suo motu proceed against any public servant. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
