Daily Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC IAS Prelims :18 Aug.2024
Q 1. Consider the following statements with respect Gaurav’.
1.ndia has successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the long-range glide bomb (LRGB) ‘Gaurav’ .
2.It is designed to be released from an aircraft and glide over Short distances towards its target.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
A,It is designed to be released from an aircraft and glide over long distances towards its target.
Q 2.Consider the following statements with respect Tungabhadra Dam .
1.The Tungabhadra Dam is located near the town of Hospet in Karnataka’s Vijayanagar district.
2.It is constructed across the Tungabhadra River.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
C , The Tungabhadra River is a significant watercourse in the southern Indian states of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. It’s formed by the confluence of the Tunga and Bhadra rivers, both originating in the Western Ghats.
Q 3.Consider the following statements with respect Amrit Gyan Kosh .
1.The Union government recently launched the ‘Amrit Gyan Kosh’ Portal & Faculty Development portal.
2.It aims to provide resources and support for educators to improve their skills and effectiveness in training civil service officials.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
c. Both 1 and 2
Q 4. Consider the following statements with respect National Capacity Building Commission.
1.The National Capacity Building Commission (NCBC) was constituted on April 1, 2015.
2.It supports the National Programme for Civil Services Capacity Building, also known as Mission Karmayogi.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
c. Both 1 and 2 , The National Capacity Building Commission (NCBC) was constituted on April 1, 2021. It aims to drive the standardization and harmonization of civil services training across the country, to enhance the effectiveness of public service and create a competent civil service. It supports the National Programme for Civil Services Capacity Building, also known as Mission Karmayogi.
Q 5.Consider the following statements with respect National Institutional Ranking Framework.
1.It is the first ever methodology by the government to assess and rank institutions of higher education in the country.
2.It aims to provide a transparent and reliable ranking system based on various parameters that reflect the quality of education
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
C
Q 6.Consider the following statements with respect PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
1.It is a Scheme for installing rooftop solar and providing free electricity up to 300 units every month for One Crore households.
2.This yojana Launched in – February, 2024.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
C, PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a significant initiative by the Indian government aimed at promoting solar energy adoption and providing free electricity to households. It’s a part of the broader push towards renewable energy and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
Q 7. Consider the following statements with respect Dholavira.
1.Dholavira is Situated in the Kutch district of Gujarat.
2.Dholavira was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2021.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
C
Q 8.Consider the following statements with respect Mohenjodaro.
1.Mohenjodaro is Located in present-day Sindh, Pakistan, on the banks of the Indus River.
2.Mohenjodaro was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
A , Mohenjodaro is Located in present-day Sindh, Pakistan, on the banks of the Indus River. Mohenjodaro was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980.