Current Affairs Quiz 24 February 2023
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Current Affairs Quiz 24 February 2023 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following may be the cause of lead poisoning?
1. Batteries
2. Cosmetics
3. Paints
4. Ceramic wares
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The term ‘Strategic Trade Authorisation’ sometimes seen in the news is associated with India’s economic relations with which of the following countries/union?
CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following laws/legislations consider noise as a pollutant?
1. Water Prevention and Control of Pollution Act, 1974
2. Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
3. Environment (Protection) Act 1986
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: C
Water Prevention and Control of Pollution Act, 1974, does not consider noise as a pollutant.IncorrectAnswer: C
Water Prevention and Control of Pollution Act, 1974, does not consider noise as a pollutant. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to the Eravikulam National Park, consider the following statements:
1. South India’s highest peak ‘Anamudi’ is situated in this park.
2. Neelakurinji flower that blooms once in twelve years is found here.
3. Eravikulam National Park is home to India’s largest population of Nilgiri Tahr.
4. The indigenous people Muthuvans have been associated with the management of the park.
Which of the statements given above are correct?CorrectAnswer: D
All the statements are correctIncorrectAnswer: D
All the statements are correct - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme:
1. Under this programme, Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) procure and blend
up to 10% ethanol in petrol.
2. It has been extended to all States and UTs.
3. The price of Ethanol is administered by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG) vide its notification has extended the programme to the whole of India except Union Territories of Andaman Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
IncorrectAnswer: C
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG) vide its notification has extended the programme to the whole of India except Union Territories of Andaman Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
