Current Affairs Quiz 20 February 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 20 February 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding African and Asian Cheetahs?
1. African Cheetahs are found in large numbers across southern and eastern Africa, while Asian Cheetahs are critically endangered with a population mainly in Iran.
2. African Cheetahs are listed as “Vulnerable” while Asian Cheetahs are listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.CorrectAnswer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• African Cheetahs are widely distributed in Africa, especially in Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa.
• Asian Cheetahs, once widespread in Asia, now survive mainly in Iran.
• IUCN Status: African Cheetah – Vulnerable; Asian Cheetah – Critically Endangered.
• ongside ecological objectives in conservation policies.IncorrectAnswer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• African Cheetahs are widely distributed in Africa, especially in Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa.
• Asian Cheetahs, once widespread in Asia, now survive mainly in Iran.
• IUCN Status: African Cheetah – Vulnerable; Asian Cheetah – Critically Endangered.
• ongside ecological objectives in conservation policies. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
How many Indian states share a border with Myanmar?
CorrectAnswer: (c) 4
Explanation:
The four Indian states sharing a border with Myanmar are Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram.IncorrectAnswer: (c) 4
Explanation:
The four Indian states sharing a border with Myanmar are Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following sites are associated with the recent Iron Age findings in Tamil Nadu?
1. Mayiladumparai
2. Adichanallur
3. Raja Nala-ka-tila
4. Sivagalai
Select the correct answer using the code below:CorrectAnswer: b) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
• Sites like Mayiladumparai, Adichanallur, and Sivagalai are associated with Tamil Nadu’s excavations.
• Raja Nala-ka-tila is located in Uttar Pradesh, not Tamil Nadu.IncorrectAnswer: b) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
• Sites like Mayiladumparai, Adichanallur, and Sivagalai are associated with Tamil Nadu’s excavations.
• Raja Nala-ka-tila is located in Uttar Pradesh, not Tamil Nadu. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Under the POCSO Act, a “child” is defined as any person below the age of:
CorrectAnswer: c) 18 years
Explanation:
• Under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, a child is defined as any person below the age of 18 years.
• The Act was enacted to provide a robust legal framework for the protection of children from sexual offences like sexual assault, sexual harassment, and pornography.
• It ensures child-friendly procedures for reporting, recording evidence, investigation, and speedy trial through Special Courts.Why option (c) is correct:
The Act specifically mentions “child means any person below the age of eighteen years.”IncorrectAnswer: c) 18 years
Explanation:
• Under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, a child is defined as any person below the age of 18 years.
• The Act was enacted to provide a robust legal framework for the protection of children from sexual offences like sexual assault, sexual harassment, and pornography.
• It ensures child-friendly procedures for reporting, recording evidence, investigation, and speedy trial through Special Courts.Why option (c) is correct:
The Act specifically mentions “child means any person below the age of eighteen years.” - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
What is the primary function of polarised moonlight for bull ants?
CorrectAnswer: c) Navigating to and from their nests
Explanation:
• Bull ants (Myrmecia pyriformis and Myrmecia midas) use polarised moonlight as a natural compass to navigate to and from their nests during nighttime.
• Polarised moonlight creates distinct sky patterns, even though it is much dimmer than polarised sunlight.
• These ants adjust their paths based on the e-vector pattern (direction of polarisation), helping them find their way home, especially when direct moonlight is obstructed by clouds or treesIncorrectAnswer: c) Navigating to and from their nests
Explanation:
• Bull ants (Myrmecia pyriformis and Myrmecia midas) use polarised moonlight as a natural compass to navigate to and from their nests during nighttime.
• Polarised moonlight creates distinct sky patterns, even though it is much dimmer than polarised sunlight.
• These ants adjust their paths based on the e-vector pattern (direction of polarisation), helping them find their way home, especially when direct moonlight is obstructed by clouds or trees
