Current Affairs Quiz 11 January 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 11 January 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Match the Following:
Column I Column II
A) Tamil Nadu 1) Ganjifa art fridge magnet
B) Kerala 2) Ikat-Pochampalli cover
C) Karnataka 3) Etikoppaka dolls
D) Telangana 4) Kanjeevaram silk pouch
E) Andhra Pradesh 5) Screwpine leaf bookmarkSelect the correct matching option:
Correct(a) A-4, B-5, C-1, D-2, E-3
• Tamil Nadu is known for its Kanjeevaram silk.
• Kerala is famous for its Screwpine leaf products.
• Karnataka is known for Ganjifa art, a traditional card game art form.
• Telangana is known for its Ikat-Pochampalli textiles.
• Andhra Pradesh is known for Etikoppaka dolls.Incorrect(a) A-4, B-5, C-1, D-2, E-3
• Tamil Nadu is known for its Kanjeevaram silk.
• Kerala is famous for its Screwpine leaf products.
• Karnataka is known for Ganjifa art, a traditional card game art form.
• Telangana is known for its Ikat-Pochampalli textiles.
• Andhra Pradesh is known for Etikoppaka dolls. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding global warming and climate change:
1. 2024 is projected to be the warmest year on record, surpassing previous temperature anomalies.
2. The increase in global temperatures is primarily attributed to natural climate variability and not human activities.
3. The Paris Agreement aims to limit global temperature rise to below 2°C, with efforts to keep it below 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
4. Climate models indicate that global warming will predominantly impact the Southern Hemisphere in the coming decades.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: b) 1 and 3 only
• 2024 is projected to be the warmest year on record, surpassing previous temperature anomalies. (True)
• The increase in global temperatures is primarily attributed to natural climate variability and not human activities. (False – human activities are primarily responsible for global warming)
• The Paris Agreement aims to limit global temperature rise to below 2°C, with efforts to keep it below 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. (True)
• Climate models indicate that global warming will predominantly impact the Southern Hemisphere in the coming decades. (False – global warming affects both hemispheres, but more pronounced in the Northern Hemisphere)
IncorrectAnswer: b) 1 and 3 only
• 2024 is projected to be the warmest year on record, surpassing previous temperature anomalies. (True)
• The increase in global temperatures is primarily attributed to natural climate variability and not human activities. (False – human activities are primarily responsible for global warming)
• The Paris Agreement aims to limit global temperature rise to below 2°C, with efforts to keep it below 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. (True)
• Climate models indicate that global warming will predominantly impact the Southern Hemisphere in the coming decades. (False – global warming affects both hemispheres, but more pronounced in the Northern Hemisphere)
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Doctors Without Borders (MSF):
1. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency medical care to people affected by conflict, epidemics, and disasters.
2. MSF operates under the direct supervision of the United Nations and primarily focuses on delivering medical aid in countries with advanced healthcare systems.
3. MSF was founded in 1971 by a group of French doctors and journalists, and it has since grown to provide services in over 70 countries.
4. MSF’s core principles include neutrality, impartiality, and independence, with a focus on providing care regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C) Only Three
• Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency medical care to people affected by conflict, epidemics, and disasters. (True)• MSF operates under the direct supervision of the United Nations and primarily focuses on delivering medical aid in countries with advanced healthcare systems. (False – MSF operates independently and focuses on regions with crises, not advanced healthcare systems)
• MSF was founded in 1971 by a group of French doctors and journalists, and it has since grown to provide services in over 70 countries. (True)
• MSF’s core principles include neutrality, impartiality, and independence, with a focus on providing care regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation. (True)
IncorrectAnswer: C) Only Three
• Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency medical care to people affected by conflict, epidemics, and disasters. (True)• MSF operates under the direct supervision of the United Nations and primarily focuses on delivering medical aid in countries with advanced healthcare systems. (False – MSF operates independently and focuses on regions with crises, not advanced healthcare systems)
• MSF was founded in 1971 by a group of French doctors and journalists, and it has since grown to provide services in over 70 countries. (True)
• MSF’s core principles include neutrality, impartiality, and independence, with a focus on providing care regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation. (True)
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding aging populations:
1. Japan has one of the oldest populations in the world, with a significant percentage of its population over the age of 65.
2. In countries with aging populations, the dependency ratio increases, placing more pressure on pension systems and healthcare services.
3. Aging populations typically result in an increased workforce participation rate as people delay retirement due to longer life expectancy.
4. The United Nations has identified countries like India, Brazil, and South Africa as facing the most significant aging challenges in the near future.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C) 1 and 2 only
• Japan has one of the oldest populations in the world, with a significant percentage of its population over the age of 65. (True)
• In countries with aging populations, the dependency ratio increases, placing more pressure on pension systems and healthcare services. (True)
• Aging populations typically result in an increased workforce participation rate as people delay retirement due to longer life expectancy. (False – often aging populations result in a reduced workforce participation rate)
• The United Nations has identified countries like India, Brazil, and South Africa as facing the most significant aging challenges in the near future. (False – while aging populations are an issue in these countries, they are not as advanced as in Japan, Europe, and other developed nations )
IncorrectAnswer: C) 1 and 2 only
• Japan has one of the oldest populations in the world, with a significant percentage of its population over the age of 65. (True)
• In countries with aging populations, the dependency ratio increases, placing more pressure on pension systems and healthcare services. (True)
• Aging populations typically result in an increased workforce participation rate as people delay retirement due to longer life expectancy. (False – often aging populations result in a reduced workforce participation rate)
• The United Nations has identified countries like India, Brazil, and South Africa as facing the most significant aging challenges in the near future. (False – while aging populations are an issue in these countries, they are not as advanced as in Japan, Europe, and other developed nations )
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding local self-governments in India:
1. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) deals with the provisions related to urban local bodies.
2. The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) pertains to the governance of rural local bodies.
3. The first Panchayati Raj institution in India was established in Rajasthan in 1959.
4. The maximum number of seats in urban local bodies is determined by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C) Only Three
• The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) deals with the provisions related to urban local bodies. (False – it pertains to rural local bodies)
• The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) pertains to the governance of rural local bodies. (False – it pertains to urban local bodies)
• The first Panchayati Raj institution in India was established in Rajasthan in 1959. (True)
• The maximum number of seats in urban local bodies is determined by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. (False – this is determined by the respective state government)IncorrectAnswer: C) Only Three
• The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) deals with the provisions related to urban local bodies. (False – it pertains to rural local bodies)
• The 74th Constitutional Amendment Act (1992) pertains to the governance of rural local bodies. (False – it pertains to urban local bodies)
• The first Panchayati Raj institution in India was established in Rajasthan in 1959. (True)
• The maximum number of seats in urban local bodies is determined by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. (False – this is determined by the respective state government)
