Current Affairs Quiz 24 April 2025

In the context of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), which international institution is involved in monitoring and potentially resolving disputes between India and Pakistan?
1. The United Nations
2. The World Bank
3. The Asian Development Bank
4. The International Court of Justice (ICJ)
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Consider the following statements regarding dark matter:
1. Dark matter can be directly observed using conventional telescopes.
2. It makes up a significant portion of the universe’s total mass.
3. Dark matter interacts with visible matter via electromagnetic radiation.
4. Dark matter is essential for the formation of galaxies and their structure.
How many of the above statements are correct?

Which of the following statements best describe the concept of Judicial Review in the Indian context?
1. It is explicitly mentioned under Article 13 of the Indian Constitution.
2. It empowers the judiciary to invalidate laws and executive actions that violate the Constitution.
3. It was first established in India through the Keshavananda Bharati case.
4. Judicial review is not applicable to constitutional amendments.
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With reference to the competency-based curricula introduced for allied healthcare professionals, consider the following statements:
1. The initiative was launched by the Union Ministry of Education.
2. It aims to standardize training across the country to ensure uniformity and global competence.
3. The curricula have been developed in collaboration with the NITI Aayog.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

With reference to the concept of ‘Right to Cool’ proposed in India, consider the following statements:
1. It seeks to ensure thermal comfort and protection from heatwaves as part of the Right to Life under Article 21.
2. It aims to provide universal access to air conditioning for low-income households.
Which of the above is/are correct?