25-Jun-24: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz

In the context of India's balance of payments, which of the following scenarios would most likely lead to a ‘positive current account deficit’?

Consider the following statements regarding ‘Enemy Agents Ordinance’

1. The ordinance was first issued in 1992, during the peak of insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir.
2. The abrogation of article 370 repealed the Enemy Agents Ordinance.
3. Up till now, no one is charged under the Enemy Agents Ordinance.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Which of the following power market categories deals with closed auctions for 15-minute time blocks for the following day?

“It historically controlled the narrow passage between the Caspian Sea and the Caucasus Mountains. It was known as the "Caspian Gates" or "Gates of Alexander". It was a crucial point on the Silk Road trading route. The Citadel, Ancient City and Fortress Buildings of this city were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2003.”

The above-mentioned passage describes which one of the following cities?

Consider the following cities in India

1. Jaipur
2. Mysuru
3. Mamallapuram
4. Sri Nagar
5. Varanasi
6. Lucknow

How many of the above-mentioned cities are designated as ‘World Craft City’?

Consider the following statements with reference to The island of Great Nicobar

1. Mangroves and Pandan forests grow along the coast of the island.
2. The Shompen tribe reside near the coast of the island while the Nicobarese community reside towards the interior of the forests.
3. Shompen along with Nicobarese  are classified as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group within the list of Scheduled Tribes.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

What does the term "current account deficit" refer to in economics?

The Galathea Bay wildlife sanctuary and the Megapode wildlife sanctuary are in

With reference to  BrahMos missile, consider the following statements

1. It is a joint venture between India and Russia.
2. It is named after two prominent rivers in India.
3. It is the world's longest-range ballistic missile.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

Which of the following is NOT typically a goal of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)?