Current Affairs Quiz 30 April 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 30 April 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to mango cultivation in India, consider the following statements:
1. India has the highest mango productivity in the world.
2. Mango cultivation in India is limited to tropical climatic zones.
3. Genetic diversity in Indian mango varieties enhances their adaptability to climate stress.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: B. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: As per the 2024-25 data, India’s mango productivity is 9.4 MT/ha, higher than China (8.74) and Thailand (8.36).
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Mango is grown in both tropical and subtropical regions of India (e.g., Uttar Pradesh is subtropical).
• Statement 3 is correct: Genetic diversity improves resilience to drought, heat, and other climatic challenges.IncorrectAnswer: B. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: As per the 2024-25 data, India’s mango productivity is 9.4 MT/ha, higher than China (8.74) and Thailand (8.36).
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Mango is grown in both tropical and subtropical regions of India (e.g., Uttar Pradesh is subtropical).
• Statement 3 is correct: Genetic diversity improves resilience to drought, heat, and other climatic challenges. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following best defines “deep tech” start-ups?
CorrectAnswer: C. Start-ups built on breakthrough scientific or engineering innovations such as quantum computing and AI
Explanation:
Deep tech start-ups are characterized by disruptive, research-based innovations—such as AI, robotics, quantum tech, biotech, and advanced materials—requiring longer gestation and R&D cycles.
Options A, B, and D refer to tech-enabled or social/consumer tech, not deep tech.IncorrectAnswer: C. Start-ups built on breakthrough scientific or engineering innovations such as quantum computing and AI
Explanation:
Deep tech start-ups are characterized by disruptive, research-based innovations—such as AI, robotics, quantum tech, biotech, and advanced materials—requiring longer gestation and R&D cycles.
Options A, B, and D refer to tech-enabled or social/consumer tech, not deep tech. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
In the context of marine ecosystems, why are phytoplankton important?
CorrectAnswer: C. They form the base of the marine food web
Explanation:
Phytoplankton are microscopic marine algae that perform photosynthesis, produce oxygen, and are the primary producers in marine food chains—feeding zooplankton, small fish, and up the chain to large predators.IncorrectAnswer: C. They form the base of the marine food web
Explanation:
Phytoplankton are microscopic marine algae that perform photosynthesis, produce oxygen, and are the primary producers in marine food chains—feeding zooplankton, small fish, and up the chain to large predators. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following are cited by the U.S. as concerns regarding India’s IPR regime?
1. Ambiguity in the Indian Patents Act
2. Weak protection of trade secrets
3. Excessive patent filing fees
4. High customs duties on IP-intensive goodsCorrectAnswer: B. 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
The USTR Special 301 Report has raised concerns about:
• Ambiguity in patentability criteria (especially Section 3(d)),
• Lack of trade secret protection, and
• High tariffs on IP-intensive sectors (e.g., medical devices, electronics). Patent filing fees are not considered excessively high or cited as a key issue.IncorrectAnswer: B. 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
The USTR Special 301 Report has raised concerns about:
• Ambiguity in patentability criteria (especially Section 3(d)),
• Lack of trade secret protection, and
• High tariffs on IP-intensive sectors (e.g., medical devices, electronics). Patent filing fees are not considered excessively high or cited as a key issue. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding locust swarms:
1. Locusts turn gregarious primarily due to hormonal triggers caused by physical touch.
2. Vision plays a more critical role than touch or smell in coordinating locust swarm movement.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: C. Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Physical contact (e.g., bumping hind legs) triggers serotonin release, causing locusts to switch from solitary to gregarious phase.
• Statement 2 is correct: Once in swarms, visual cues dominate swarm coordination—each locust adjusts flight based on what it sees, enabling collective movement.IncorrectAnswer: C. Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Physical contact (e.g., bumping hind legs) triggers serotonin release, causing locusts to switch from solitary to gregarious phase.
• Statement 2 is correct: Once in swarms, visual cues dominate swarm coordination—each locust adjusts flight based on what it sees, enabling collective movement.
