29-Nov-24: UPSC Current Affairs Daily Quiz

Consider the following statements regarding Japanese encephalitis:

1. It is a viral infectious disease that causes swelling in the brain.
2. The pathogen is transmitted from one person to other mainly through bite of sandflies.
3. No treatment or vaccine is available for treating or preventing the disease.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Collegium system in India:

1. The Collegium system is responsible for the appointment and transfer of judges to the Supreme Court and High Courts in the country.
2. 44^th Constitution Amendment Act introduced the collegium system to protect the independent nature of judiciary.

Which of the statements above is/are NOT correct?

Which of the following is the best description of INS Arighaat, recently seen in news?

Which of the following is correct about Bettiah Raj in India?

Consider the following statements regarding International Film Festival of India (IFFI):

1. It is the oldest and most prestigious film festival in India
2. It is held annually in Goa.
3. The Golden Peacock is awarded to the best feature film.  

How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following with reference to ‘The National Population Register (NPR)’:

1. The purpose of the NPR is to compile a comprehensive database of the population.
2. Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for the implementation of the NPR.
3. Only demographic data is collected in the NPR.
4. The NPR mandatorily collects data on caste and religion.

How many of the above is/are correct?

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of the Chief Justice of India:

1. Chief Justice of India is appointed by the President of India.
2. The appointment of the Chief Justice of India is based on the convention of seniority among the judges of the Supreme Court.
3. The President, on grounds of proven misbehavior or incapacity can remove the Chief Justice of India from the office.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Which of the following is a key difference between Aadhaar and NRIC?

Which of the following ministry is responsible for implementing the PM-Kisan scheme?

Consider the following with reference to ‘The Council of Ministers’:

1. The President of India appoints the council of ministers on the advice of the Prime Minister.
2. The Council of Ministers comprises of the cabinet ministers only.
3. The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the central and state government India.

How many of the above is/are correct?