Current Affairs Quiz 19 April 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 19 April 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to the biological characteristics of the cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus), consider the following statements:
1. Unlike most members of the Felidae family, cheetahs can produce a loud roar used for territorial signaling.
2. The cheetah’s anatomy, such as enlarged nasal passages and lightweight limbs, is specifically adapted for sprinting.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: B) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect — cheetahs cannot roar, unlike lions or tigers.
• Statement 2 is correct — their body is uniquely evolved for speed with adaptations like light frame, long limbs, flexible spine, and enlarged respiratory system.IncorrectAnswer: B) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect — cheetahs cannot roar, unlike lions or tigers.
• Statement 2 is correct — their body is uniquely evolved for speed with adaptations like light frame, long limbs, flexible spine, and enlarged respiratory system. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
What is the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR)?
CorrectAnswer: b) A fee paid by merchants to banks for accepting payments.
IncorrectAnswer: b) A fee paid by merchants to banks for accepting payments.
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
In the case of Chander Mohan Khanna v. NCERT, the Supreme Court held that the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is:
CorrectAnswer: a) A government body but not a state under Article 12
IncorrectAnswer: a) A government body but not a state under Article 12
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding India’s pharmaceutical exports in FY25:
1. India’s pharmaceutical exports crossed a record $30.47 billion, marking a 9.39% increase compared to FY24.
2. The United States remained the largest market, accounting for nearly 30% of total pharmaceutical exports.
3. Vaccines contributed the most to India’s pharmaceutical exports in FY25.
4. March 2025 saw the strongest growth in exports, with a YoY surge of 31.21%.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: b) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. India’s pharmaceutical exports crossed $30.47 billion, reflecting a 9.39% increase from FY24.
• Statement 2 is correct. The United States accounted for nearly 30% of the total exports.
• Statement 3 is incorrect. Drug formulations and biologicals contributed the most, not vaccines.
• Statement 4 is correct. March 2025 saw the strongest growth with a 31.21% surge.IncorrectAnswer: b) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. India’s pharmaceutical exports crossed $30.47 billion, reflecting a 9.39% increase from FY24.
• Statement 2 is correct. The United States accounted for nearly 30% of the total exports.
• Statement 3 is incorrect. Drug formulations and biologicals contributed the most, not vaccines.
• Statement 4 is correct. March 2025 saw the strongest growth with a 31.21% surge. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. The Houthis have been conducting missile and drone attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea to support Palestinians.
2. The U.S. strike on Yemen could increase tensions in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon due to Iranian-backed groups in those regions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. The Houthis have conducted missile and drone attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, citing support for Palestinians.
• Statement 2 is correct. The U.S. strike on Yemen may increase tensions in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon due to the involvement of Iranian-backed groups in those regions.IncorrectAnswer: c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct. The Houthis have conducted missile and drone attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, citing support for Palestinians.
• Statement 2 is correct. The U.S. strike on Yemen may increase tensions in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon due to the involvement of Iranian-backed groups in those regions.
