Current Affairs Quiz 31 December 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 31 December 2024 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
What is the primary characteristic of a Private Members’ Bill in the Indian Parliament?
CorrectAnswer:
C) It is introduced by a Member of Parliament who is not part of the government.
Explanation:
• A Private Members’ Bill is introduced by a Member of Parliament (MP) who is not part of the government (ministers) , typically from the opposition or ruling party or an independent MP.
• It allows MPs to propose legislation independently of the government’s agenda, unlike government bills, which are introduced by ministers.IncorrectAnswer:
C) It is introduced by a Member of Parliament who is not part of the government.
Explanation:
• A Private Members’ Bill is introduced by a Member of Parliament (MP) who is not part of the government (ministers) , typically from the opposition or ruling party or an independent MP.
• It allows MPs to propose legislation independently of the government’s agenda, unlike government bills, which are introduced by ministers. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following was the last private member’s bill passed by both Houses of the Indian Parliament?
CorrectAnswer :
B) The Supreme Court (Enlargement of Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction) Bill, 1968
Explanation:
• The last private member’s bill to be passed by both Houses of the Indian Parliament was the Supreme Court (Enlargement of Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction) Bill, 1968.
• This bill was introduced by a member of the opposition and was passed, making it a significant achievement in the context of private member bills in India.IncorrectAnswer :
B) The Supreme Court (Enlargement of Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction) Bill, 1968
Explanation:
• The last private member’s bill to be passed by both Houses of the Indian Parliament was the Supreme Court (Enlargement of Criminal Appellate Jurisdiction) Bill, 1968.
• This bill was introduced by a member of the opposition and was passed, making it a significant achievement in the context of private member bills in India. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following stands for ‘UPI’ ?
CorrectAnswer : A) Unified Payment Interface
Explanation:
• UPI (Unified Payment Interface) is a real-time payment system developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
• It enables individuals to link multiple bank accounts to a single mobile application and make instant money transfers between different banks.
• UPI facilitates seamless peer-to-peer transactions, bill payments, and other financial services using mobile phones.
• It has significantly transformed digital payments in India, providing a secure and efficient platform for everyday transactions.IncorrectAnswer : A) Unified Payment Interface
Explanation:
• UPI (Unified Payment Interface) is a real-time payment system developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
• It enables individuals to link multiple bank accounts to a single mobile application and make instant money transfers between different banks.
• UPI facilitates seamless peer-to-peer transactions, bill payments, and other financial services using mobile phones.
• It has significantly transformed digital payments in India, providing a secure and efficient platform for everyday transactions. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about ethnic groups :
1. Uyghurs are primarily from Myanmar, where they face persecution.
2. Rohingyas are an ethnic group from China, particularly the Xinjiang region, where they face human rights violations.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer:
D) Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
• Uyghurs are primarily from China, particularly the Xinjiang region, where they face persecution.
• Rohingya are an ethnic group from Myanmar, not China, and they face severe human rights violations in Myanmar.IncorrectAnswer:
D) Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
• Uyghurs are primarily from China, particularly the Xinjiang region, where they face persecution.
• Rohingya are an ethnic group from Myanmar, not China, and they face severe human rights violations in Myanmar. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
What is the primary mission of NASA’s Parker Solar Probe?
CorrectAnswer:
B) To study the Sun’s outer atmosphere and solar wind
Explanation:
• NASA’s Parker Solar Probe is a groundbreaking mission designed to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere, known as the corona, and the solar wind.
• It aims to gather crucial data that will help scientists better understand solar phenomena, which can affect space weather and technology on Earth.IncorrectAnswer:
B) To study the Sun’s outer atmosphere and solar wind
Explanation:
• NASA’s Parker Solar Probe is a groundbreaking mission designed to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere, known as the corona, and the solar wind.
• It aims to gather crucial data that will help scientists better understand solar phenomena, which can affect space weather and technology on Earth.
