Current Affairs Quiz 21 March 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 21 March 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
The Terrestrial and Jovian planets are largely differentiated on the basis of loss of atmosphere from the former. Which of the following characteristics of terrestrial planets enabled this loss of atmosphere?
1. Their larger size as compared to most Jovian planets
2. Their nearness to Sun
Which of the above is/are correct?CorrectSolution: b)
Justification: Statement 1: It can be easily discarded. Jovian planets (Jupiter, Saturn etc) are bigger in size than terrestrial planets (earth, Venus etc)IncorrectSolution: b)
Justification: Statement 1: It can be easily discarded. Jovian planets (Jupiter, Saturn etc) are bigger in size than terrestrial planets (earth, Venus etc) - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Global Terrorism Index is brought out by
CorrectAns. C
IncorrectAns. C
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following gets lowest annual rainfall during South West Monsoon:
CorrectAns. C
The period June to September is referred to as the ‘Southwest Monsoon’ period.Southwest Monsoon period is the principal rainy season for the Indian subcontinent. This is the summer monsoon period where the southwest monsoon holds away over the country.
Tamil Nadu is considered as a rain shadow region as it lies on the eastern (leeward
side) side of Western Ghats.IncorrectAns. C
The period June to September is referred to as the ‘Southwest Monsoon’ period.Southwest Monsoon period is the principal rainy season for the Indian subcontinent. This is the summer monsoon period where the southwest monsoon holds away over the country.
Tamil Nadu is considered as a rain shadow region as it lies on the eastern (leeward
side) side of Western Ghats. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
1. It comes under Ministry of Culture.
2. Its activities include carrying out surveys of antiquarian remains, exploration and excavation of archaeological sites, conservation and maintenance of protected monuments etc.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C
Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
Nodal: Ministry of Culture
• It administers more than 3650 ancient monuments, archaeological sites and remains of national importance.
• Its activities include carrying out surveys of antiquarian remains, exploration and excavation of archaeological sites, conservation and maintenance of protected monuments etc.
• It was founded in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham- the first Director-General of ASI. Alexander Cunningham is also known as the “Father of Indian Archaeology”.IncorrectAnswer: C
Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)
Nodal: Ministry of Culture
• It administers more than 3650 ancient monuments, archaeological sites and remains of national importance.
• Its activities include carrying out surveys of antiquarian remains, exploration and excavation of archaeological sites, conservation and maintenance of protected monuments etc.
• It was founded in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham- the first Director-General of ASI. Alexander Cunningham is also known as the “Father of Indian Archaeology”. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following is the world’s largest producer of Sugar?
CorrectAnswer: A
IncorrectAnswer: A
