10 PM Daily UPSC Current Affairs 20 April – 2025 | Revision Test

Consider the following statements about lichens:
1. They represent a symbiotic partnership of algae and fungus.
2. They have almost a plant-like structure with its own roots.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Consider the following statements:
1. ‘Ironwood’ is the latest next-generation TPU (Tensor Processing Unit) launched by Microsoft.
2. A TPU (Tensor Processing Unit) is specialized for AI and deep learning while GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is designed for parallel processing, especially graphics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the Meningitis, consider the following statements:
1. It can be caused by viruses as well as by bacteria also.
2. The disease can spread through close contact with the patient.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Rare Earth Elements (REEs):
1.REEs are a group of 17 chemically similar elements including Cerium, Yttrium, and Europium, known for their lustrous, silvery-white appearance.
2.Although REEs are abundantly found in the Earth’s crust, they are difficult to extract due to their dispersed occurrence and the complexity of separating them.
3.REEs are mainly used in decorative jewelry and food preservation technologies.
4.China not only holds the largest reserves of REEs but also dominates over 85% of the global supply chain due to its advanced processing capabilities.
How many of the above statements are correct?

With reference to the appointment of the Chief Justice of India (CJI), consider the following statements:
1.The Chief Justice of India is appointed by the President as per Article 124(2) of the Constitution.
2.The Memorandum of Procedure lays down the convention of appointing the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court as the CJI.
3.The Prime Minister plays no role in the appointment process of the Chief Justice of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, consider the following statements:
1. It is organized under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
2. The 2025 edition of the Summit will be hosted by India while the 2024 edition was hosted by France.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?