09-Aug-23: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz

Consider the following statements

1. International Day of the World's Indigenous People is observed on 9 August each year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world's indigenous population.
2. The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the period between 2022 and 2032 as the International Decade of Indigenous Languages

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements, with respect to no-confidence motion

1. It can be introduced only in Lok Sabha

2. It must state the reasons for its adoption in Lok Sabha.

3. If it is passed in the Lok Sabha, the council of ministers must resign from office

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Consider the following statements. With reference to  Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY)

1.It is the world’s largest health insurance/ assurance scheme fully financed by the government

2. It provides a cover of Rs. 5 lakhs per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization across public and private empanelled hospitals in India.

3. Under the scheme, there is no restriction on the family size, age or gender.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

‘to secure for the citizens a Uniform Civil Code throughout the territory of India’ is mentioned in which part of Constitution

Which of the following African nations are part of Economic Community of West African States

1. Liberia

2.  Mali

3. Niger

4. Nigeria

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

With reference to Superconductors, consider the following statements

1. They are materials that exhibit zero electrical resistance when cooled to extremely low temperatures.
2. Superconducting magnets enable magnetic levitation trains to float above tracks, reducing friction and enabling high-speed travel.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

With reference to Right to Privacy, consider the following statements

1. The Supreme Court described privacy and its importance in the landmark decision of K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India in 2017.
2.  The Puttaswamy judgement holds that the right to privacy is protected as a fundamental constitutional right under Articles 14, 19 and 21 of the Constitution of India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Recently, there has been a concern over the short supply of a group of elements called ‘rare earth metals’. Why?

1. China, which is the largest producer of these elements, has imposed some restrictions on their export.
2. Besides China, Australia, Canada and Chile, these elements are not found in any other country.
3. Rare earth metals are essential for the manufacture of various kinds of electronic items and there is a growing demand for these elements.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

With reference to Jan Vishwas Act, 2022, consider the following statements

1. The Act aims to enhance Ease of Living and Ease of Doing Business and to decriminalize minor offences that don't harm public interest or national security.
2. Removes all offences and penalties under Indian Post Office Act, 1898.
3. Introduces Adjudicating Officers for determining penalties.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

State of the Climate in Asia 2022 report is released by which institution?