Current Affairs Quiz 15 November 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 15 November 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
With reference to the Non-banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India, consider the following statements:
1. They cannot engage in the acquisition of securities issued by the government.
2. They cannot accept demand deposits like Savings Account.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAns: (b)
IncorrectAns: (b)
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India
1. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Ac 2020, created the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
2. The recommendations of the TRAI are binding upon the Central Government.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer : d
About TRAI:
• In 1997, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997, created the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).
• The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has its headquarters in New Delhi.
• Two full-time members, two part-time members, and the chairperson of the TRAI are all chosen by the Indian government.Functions of TRAI:
• The function of the TRAI is to make recommendations to the central government on matters related to service providers, Revocation of license for non-compliance , Measures to facilitate competition and promote efficiency in the operation of telecommunication services to facilitate their growth etc.
• Laying down the standards of quality of service to be provided by the service providers.
• Timely and officially notifying the rates at which the telecommunication services within India and outside India shall be provided under the TRAI Act, 1997.
• The recommendations of the TRAI are not binding upon the Central Government.IncorrectAnswer : d
About TRAI:
• In 1997, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997, created the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).
• The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has its headquarters in New Delhi.
• Two full-time members, two part-time members, and the chairperson of the TRAI are all chosen by the Indian government.Functions of TRAI:
• The function of the TRAI is to make recommendations to the central government on matters related to service providers, Revocation of license for non-compliance , Measures to facilitate competition and promote efficiency in the operation of telecommunication services to facilitate their growth etc.
• Laying down the standards of quality of service to be provided by the service providers.
• Timely and officially notifying the rates at which the telecommunication services within India and outside India shall be provided under the TRAI Act, 1997.
• The recommendations of the TRAI are not binding upon the Central Government. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. Aadhaar card can be used as a proof of citizenship or domicile.
2. Once issued, Aadhaar number cannot be deactivated or omitted by the Issuing Authority.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAns: (d)
Exp:
• The Aadhaar platform helps service providers authenticate identity of residents electronically, in a safe and quick manner, making service delivery more cost effective and efficient. According to the GoI and UIDAI, Aadhaar is not proof of citizenship.
• However, UIDAI has also published a set of contingencies when the Aadhaar issued by it is liable for rejection. An Aadhaar with mixed or anomalous biometric information or multiple names in a single name (like Urf or Alias) can be deactivated. Aadhaar can also get deactivated upon non-usage of the same for three consecutive years.IncorrectAns: (d)
Exp:
• The Aadhaar platform helps service providers authenticate identity of residents electronically, in a safe and quick manner, making service delivery more cost effective and efficient. According to the GoI and UIDAI, Aadhaar is not proof of citizenship.
• However, UIDAI has also published a set of contingencies when the Aadhaar issued by it is liable for rejection. An Aadhaar with mixed or anomalous biometric information or multiple names in a single name (like Urf or Alias) can be deactivated. Aadhaar can also get deactivated upon non-usage of the same for three consecutive years. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to “Blockchain Technology”, consider the following statements:
1. It is a public ledger that everyone can inspect, but which no single user controls.
2. The structure and design of the blockchain is such that all the data in it are about cryptocurrency only.
3. Applications that depend on basic features of blockchain can be developed without anybody’s permission.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAns: (d)
IncorrectAns: (d)
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Kwar Hydro Project and Ratle Hydro Electric project are proposed to be built on which one of the following rivers?
CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
