10 PM UPSC Current Affairs Quiz 17th January, 2024
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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz 16th January

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Question No. 1
Consider the following statements:
1.The tableaux at the Republic Day Parade reflect the country’s cultural splendour and diversity.
2.The selection process of tableaux for the Republic Day parade is carried out by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
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Question No. 2
In the absence of a Speaker, who assumes the Speaker’s powers in anti-defection cases?
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Question No. 3
With reference to the Telecommunications Act of 2023, consider the following statements:
1.It introduces flexible spectrum allocation methods, crucial for effective deployment of communication technologies.
2.The Act promotes functional separation to lessen market concentration and support fair competition.
3.The Act withholds giving the government significant powers during public emergencies, thereby safeguarding citizen privacy.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Question No. 4
Which one of the following islands in Lakshadweep is known for its serene beaches and is a popular tourist destination?
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Question No. 5
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has recently notified revised rules under “Schedule M of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945”. Which one of the following is the primary objective of ‘Schedule M’ in the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945?
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Question No. 6
With reference to Swachh Survekshan Awards, consider the following statements:
1.Swachh Survekshan is an annual survey of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation in cities and towns across India.
2.Community involvement and behavioral change in waste management are one of the few focus areas for the evaluation of cities under the Swachh Survekshan.
3.Swachh Survekshan is conducted by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) with Quality Council of India (QCI) as its implementation partner.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Question No. 7
Consider the following statements:
1.Discover transient black holes by detecting their rare X-ray flares.
2.Locate the electromagnetic sources of gravitational waves.
3.Study X-ray transients like gamma-ray bursts, supernovae, and flares from other stars.
How many of the above are the objectives of Einstein Probe (EP) satellite, recently launched by China?
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Question No. 8
With reference to the Cooperative Banks, consider the following statements:
1.Cooperative Banks are owned by the government, while Commercial Banks are privately owned.
2.Cooperative Banks follow the principle of profit maximization.
3.Cooperative Banks in India are regulated by Indian Banking Association (IBA).
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Question No. 9
In which one of the following ways are the judges appointed to the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
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Question No. 10
The ‘Milky Way Galaxy’ is a type of:
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