10 PM UPSC Current Affairs Quiz 5 August, 2024

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Question No. 1

In the context of epigraphy, the term estampage refers to:

AA digital scanning technique used to create 3D models of inscriptions.

BThe process of chemically treating stone surfaces to enhance the visibility of inscriptions.

CA method of copying inscriptions by making an exact imitation on inked paper.

DThe act of translating ancient scripts into modern languages for easier interpretation.

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Question No. 2

Which one of the following practices is more likely to be found in organic farming but not in natural farming?

AUse of compost

BNo-till farming

CPolyculture

DNatural pest control

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Question No. 3

Consider the following statements:
1.The Tarangam is a unique aspect of Kuchipudi where the dancer wears a costume that is colourful and elaborate, often featuring traditional attire.
2.The basic rhythmic unit in Bharatanatyam is tala.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

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Question No. 4

In which one of the following ways does a US Federal Reserve rate cut impact foreign investment in India?

AIt will decrease foreign investment in India

BIt will have no impact on foreign investment in India

CIt will increase foreign investment in India

DIt will lead to the withdrawal of foreign investment from India

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Question No. 5

Consider the following:
1.Saltwater flooding
2.Microplastics
3.Sea waves
How many of the factors mentioned above would affect coastal plants?

AOnly one

BOnly two

CAll three

DNone

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Question No. 6

Which one of the following is Sudan’s primary natural resources?

ADiamonds

BPetroleum

CTimber

DUranium

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Question No. 7

With reference to the Competition Commission of India (CCI), consider the following statements:
1.CCI is empowered to promote competition advocacy and awareness.
2.It can emphasize sustainability policies and encourage enterprises collaboration for green innovations.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

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Question No. 8

Zero-based budgeting (ZBB) refers to:

AA budgeting method where expenses are based on historical spending patterns and adjusted for inflation.

BA financial strategy that involves cutting all non-essential expenses to zero each year.

CA budgeting method where each expense item is justified for the current period, regardless of the spending levels of the past year.

DA budgeting approach that only applies to capital expenditures and ignores operational costs.

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Question No. 9

Consider the following statements:
1.The primary goal of the National Research Foundation (NRF) is to generate profit from funded research projects.
2.The Union Budget 2024-25 has increased the budget allocation to scientific Research & Development.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

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Question No. 10

With reference to the sloth bear, consider the following statements:
1.They are mostly nocturnal.
2.They are found in India.
3.They are listed Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

AOnly one

BOnly two

CAll three

DNone

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