Current Affairs Quiz 07 June 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 07 June 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following dams are matched correctly with their States and Rivers
1. Tehri Dam : Uttarakhand : Bhagirathi River
2. Hirakud Dam : Chhattisgarh: Mahanadi River
3. Kallanai Dam : Tamil Nadu : Kaveri River
Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectAnswer is: b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Tehri Dam in Uttarakhand is the highest dam in India built on Bhagirathi River.
Hirakud Dam in Odisha built on river Mahanadi is the longest dam of India.
Kallanai Dam in Tamil Nadu is the oldest dam of India. It is built on the Kaveri River and is about 2000 years old.IncorrectAnswer is: b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
Tehri Dam in Uttarakhand is the highest dam in India built on Bhagirathi River.
Hirakud Dam in Odisha built on river Mahanadi is the longest dam of India.
Kallanai Dam in Tamil Nadu is the oldest dam of India. It is built on the Kaveri River and is about 2000 years old. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to PraVaHa software, consider the following statements:
1. PraVaHa is developed by ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) for the aerodynamic analysis of aerospace vehicles.
2. It is used in the Gaganyaan program for aerodynamic analysis of human-rated launch vehicles such as HLVM3, Crew Escape System (CES), and Crew Module (CM).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. PraVaHa is developed by ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) for the aerodynamic analysis of aerospace vehicles.
• Statement 2 is correct. PraVaHa is used in the Gaganyaan program for aerodynamic analysis of human-rated launch vehicles such as HLVM3, Crew Escape System (CES), and Crew Module (CM).
Therefore, both statements are correct.IncorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. PraVaHa is developed by ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) for the aerodynamic analysis of aerospace vehicles.
• Statement 2 is correct. PraVaHa is used in the Gaganyaan program for aerodynamic analysis of human-rated launch vehicles such as HLVM3, Crew Escape System (CES), and Crew Module (CM).
Therefore, both statements are correct. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following motions cannot be passed in the Rajya Sabha?
CorrectAnswer is: a) Adjournment motion
Explanation:
An Adjournment Motion’s primary objective is to draw the attention of Lok Sabha to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. Adjournment motion is allowed only in Lok Sabha and in State Legislative Assemblies and NOT in the Rajya Sabha or in State Legislative Councils because it has an element of censure against the Government.
A calling attention motion is introduced by a member to call the attention of a Minister to a matter of urgent public importance. It can be introduced in both LS and RS.
A Privilege Motion is moved against breach of Parliamentary Privileges which are certain rights and immunities enjoyed by MPs, MLAs and MLCs, individually and collectively, so that they can effectively discharge their functions.
A Motion of thanks is moved and voted in both LS and RS, after the inaugural speech of the President (President’s Address).IncorrectAnswer is: a) Adjournment motion
Explanation:
An Adjournment Motion’s primary objective is to draw the attention of Lok Sabha to a recent matter of urgent public importance having serious consequences and in regard to which a motion or a resolution with proper notice will be too late. Adjournment motion is allowed only in Lok Sabha and in State Legislative Assemblies and NOT in the Rajya Sabha or in State Legislative Councils because it has an element of censure against the Government.
A calling attention motion is introduced by a member to call the attention of a Minister to a matter of urgent public importance. It can be introduced in both LS and RS.
A Privilege Motion is moved against breach of Parliamentary Privileges which are certain rights and immunities enjoyed by MPs, MLAs and MLCs, individually and collectively, so that they can effectively discharge their functions.
A Motion of thanks is moved and voted in both LS and RS, after the inaugural speech of the President (President’s Address). - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following pairs of North-eastern states of India Share a border with each other and with Bangladesh?
CorrectAnswer is: a) Assam and Tripura
Explanation: Manipur does not share a border with Bangladesh. Meghalaya does not share a border with both Tripura and Mizoram.
IncorrectAnswer is: a) Assam and Tripura
Explanation: Manipur does not share a border with Bangladesh. Meghalaya does not share a border with both Tripura and Mizoram.
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the Cassini-Huygens mission, consider the following statements:
1. The Cassini-Huygens mission was a collaborative effort involving NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Russian Space Agency.
2. The Huygens probe, part of the mission, successfully landed on Titan, Saturn’s largest moon.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Cassini-Huygens mission was a collaborative effort involving NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Italian Space Agency (ASI), not the Russian Space Agency.
• Statement 2 is correct. The Huygens probe, part of the Cassini-Huygens mission, successfully landed on Titan, Saturn’s largest moon.
Therefore, only statement 2 is correct.IncorrectAnswer and Explanation:
Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Cassini-Huygens mission was a collaborative effort involving NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Italian Space Agency (ASI), not the Russian Space Agency.
• Statement 2 is correct. The Huygens probe, part of the Cassini-Huygens mission, successfully landed on Titan, Saturn’s largest moon.
Therefore, only statement 2 is correct.
