10-Dec-24: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz

Consider the following statements regarding the removal of the Vice President of India:

1. The Constitution of India explicitly states the grounds for the removal of the Vice President.
2. The resolution for the removal of the Vice President can be moved only after a 14-day advance notice has been given.
3. The Vice President can be removed by a resolution passed by a majority of two-third members present and voting in both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Which of the following provisions are covered under Article 90 of the Constitution of India regarding the office of the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

1. The Deputy Chairman may resign by writing under his hand addressed to the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
2. The Deputy Chairman may be removed by a resolution passed by a majority of all the then members of the Rajya Sabha.
3. The resolution for the removal of the Deputy Chairman requires prior notice of 14 days.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC):

1. The ACC approves key appointments to Civil Services, Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), and higher-level appointments in government bodies.
2. Union Home Minister is the chairman of the ACC.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

PM-UDAY scheme aims to:

Which one of the following is the best description of ‘INS Tushil’, seen in the news recently?

Consider the following with reference to the INS Tushil:

1. It is a type of frigate vessel.
2. It has a radar-absorbent coating and angled hull design.
3. It belongs to Nilgiris Class of warships.
4. It is built in collaboration with France.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of the University Grants Commission (UGC):

1. It was established under the Universities Amendment Act, 1956.
2. Its headquarters are located at New Delhi.
3. One of the function of UGC is to grant recognition to universities and colleges.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Which of the following article of the Indian Constitution provides the procedure for the removal of the Vice-President?

Consider the following with reference to ‘The methamphetamine (meth)’:

1. The methamphetamine is a stimulant.
2. Methamphetamine affects the dopamine neurotransmitter in the brain.
3. The long-term effect of methamphetamine use causes decreased motor skills.
4. Hypotension is a symptom of methamphetamine overdose.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Consider the following with reference to the asylum procedures:

1. An asylum seeker is someone who has been deported from their home country.
2. The Non-refoulement is a key principle of asylum law.
3. International Court of Justice (ICJ) is responsible for overseeing asylum procedures globally.

How many of the above is/are correct?