UPSC PRELIMS + MAINS CURRENT AFFAIRS DAILY TEST SERIES: 17 AUGUST, 2024

TODAY’S UPSC MAINS GS CURRENT AFFAIRS TEST MODEL

Question: The safety of women at work is a matter of justice as much as an absolute must in our quest for a more productive workforce ————————steps have not produced the desired result? (GS-2, Social Issue)

TODAY’S UPSC PRELIMS CURRENT AFFAIRS TEST ([email protected])

Question: With reference to the UN “Multidimensional Vulnerability Index” (MVI), consider the following statements:
1. It has been launched for small island states and developing nations.
2. It will act as a complement to GDP in guiding lending institutions in determining a country’s eligibility for financial support.
3. The use of the index is mandatory.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Question: What is clade 1b?
(a) It is a gene editing tool
(b) It is a strain of mpox.
(c) It is a special type of enzyme found in microbes thriving in extreme environments
(d) A nanotube developed for drug delivery in the human body.

Question: With reference to the Eri Silk, consider the following statements:
1. Its processing involves killing the moth inside the cocoon.
2. It is made from worms that feed on the leaves of the castor oil plant.
3. It is recognized as a Geographical Indication (GI) product of West Bengal.
4. It has received Oeko-Tex certification.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four

Question: Which of the following terms best defines the term “black swan” event?
(a) It is a term to describe the unstainable trade balance between two countries.
(b) It is an economic term used to describe unpredictable events.
(c) It is a technology term which describes the hidden risks associated with digital transactions.
(d) It is a term of the cloud network which describes the collapsing of all systems due to cyber attack.

Question: With reference to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), consider the following statements:
1. It examines the audit report of Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG).
2. Its members are elected for five year terms or till the Lok Sabha term, whichever is earlier.
3. None of the Public Accounts Committee members are allowed to be ministers in the government.
4. The chairperson of PCA is appointed by the Lok Sabha speaker.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four

Question: With reference to Indonesia’s capitals, consider the following statements:
1. Indonesia’s new capital Nusantara is located on the Java island.
2. Indonesia’s old capital Jakarta is located on the island of Borneo.
3. Indonesia’s old and new, both capitals are located on the same island.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) None

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