Current Affairs Quiz 29 January 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 29 January 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
In which of the following areas can Geographic Information System (GIS) technology be used?
1. Identify and map electrification status of villages
2. Curb illegal mining
3. Map assets in the urban areas
4. Developing information system regarding land banks
Select the correct answer using code given below.CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Special Drawing Right (SDR) basket of IMF consists of
1. US dollar
2. Indian Rupee
3. Chinese renminbi
4. Japanese yen
5. British pound sterling
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: B
The value of the SDR is based on a basket of five major currencies—the US dollar, the euro, the
Chinese renminbi (RMB), the Japanese yen, and the British pound sterling. Hence, option (b) is
correct.IncorrectAnswer: B
The value of the SDR is based on a basket of five major currencies—the US dollar, the euro, the
Chinese renminbi (RMB), the Japanese yen, and the British pound sterling. Hence, option (b) is
correct. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following payment systems are operated by National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)?
1. RuPay
2. Unified Payments Interface (UPI)
3. National Electronic Fund Transfer (NEFT)
4. National Electronic Toll Collection (NETC)
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: D
IncorrectAnswer: D
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4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Initiatives in India for Skilling Youth.
1. SANKALP is a Central Sector Scheme which focuses on building a district-level skilling ecosystem.
2. ‘Aatamanirbhar Skilled Employee Employer Mapping (ASEEM)’ portal was launched to help skilled people find opportunities in 2020.
3. Under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) a monetary reward is provided to trainees on assessment and certification.
Which of the above statements are correct? Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectAns. (b) 2 and 3 only
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY): This is a flagship outcome-based skill training scheme aimed at benefiting 24 lakh youth. A monetary reward is provided to trainees on assessment and certification. The steering Com
Skills Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood (SANKALP): SANKALP is a Centrally sponsored scheme of Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) with the primary focus on district-level skilling ecosystem through convergence and coordination.
Aatamanirbhar Skilled Employee Employer Mapping (ASEEM): Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched ‘Aatamanirbhar Skilled Employee Employer Mapping (ASEEM)’ portal to help skilled people find sustainable livelihood opportunities in 2020. Through ASEEM, agencies, employers, and job aggregators who are looking for a skilled workforce in the specific sectors will have access to the required details of the availability of skilled workforce and formulate their hiring plans.IncorrectAns. (b) 2 and 3 only
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY): This is a flagship outcome-based skill training scheme aimed at benefiting 24 lakh youth. A monetary reward is provided to trainees on assessment and certification. The steering Com
Skills Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood (SANKALP): SANKALP is a Centrally sponsored scheme of Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) with the primary focus on district-level skilling ecosystem through convergence and coordination.
Aatamanirbhar Skilled Employee Employer Mapping (ASEEM): Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched ‘Aatamanirbhar Skilled Employee Employer Mapping (ASEEM)’ portal to help skilled people find sustainable livelihood opportunities in 2020. Through ASEEM, agencies, employers, and job aggregators who are looking for a skilled workforce in the specific sectors will have access to the required details of the availability of skilled workforce and formulate their hiring plans. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With the advent of electric vehicles, the demand for Lithium is going to rise further. In this context, consider the following statements:
1. Among the continents, Africa accounts for more than fifty per cent of the total global Lithium reserves.
2. Among the countries, Australia is the top producer of Lithium.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: B
It has been estimated that South America’s Lithium Triangle hosts about 54% of the world’s
lithium resources. Africa accounts for less than five per cent of the total Lithium reserves. Hence
statement 1 is not correct.IncorrectAnswer: B
It has been estimated that South America’s Lithium Triangle hosts about 54% of the world’s
lithium resources. Africa accounts for less than five per cent of the total Lithium reserves. Hence
statement 1 is not correct.
