Current Affairs Quiz 01 September 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 01 September 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Consider the following statements about Blue Dragons (Glaucus atlanticus):
1. They are gastropod mollusks that float upside down on the ocean surface.
2. Their sting is less potent than the Portuguese man o’ war they consume.
3. Climate change and rising sea surface temperatures have contributed to their increasing sightings in the Mediterranean Sea.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: C
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Blue Dragons are small gastropod mollusks that float ventral side up using a gas-filled sac for buoyancy, which allows them to drift on the ocean surface efficiently.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: They store and concentrate venom from their prey (like the Portuguese man o’ war) in their appendages, making their sting more potent than their prey, which is a classic case of kleptocnidae.
• Statement 3 is correct: Mediterranean Sea warming (20% faster than global oceans) and shifting currents are expanding the habitat range of tropical species like Blue Dragons, illustrating climate-driven biodiversity changes.IncorrectCorrect Answer: C
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Blue Dragons are small gastropod mollusks that float ventral side up using a gas-filled sac for buoyancy, which allows them to drift on the ocean surface efficiently.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: They store and concentrate venom from their prey (like the Portuguese man o’ war) in their appendages, making their sting more potent than their prey, which is a classic case of kleptocnidae.
• Statement 3 is correct: Mediterranean Sea warming (20% faster than global oceans) and shifting currents are expanding the habitat range of tropical species like Blue Dragons, illustrating climate-driven biodiversity changes. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following factors contributed to India’s fertiliser shortage in kharif 2025?
1. Domestic production lag and high dependence on imports (~25–30%).
2. China and Morocco restricting exports of urea/DAP.
3. Farmers under-utilising fertilisers due to low awareness.
4. Surge in cultivation of fertiliser-intensive crops like paddy and pulses.
Options:CorrectCorrect Answer: A
Explanation:
• Domestic production meets only ~70–75% of demand, leaving India vulnerable to global supply shocks.
• China and Morocco are major exporters of DAP and urea; their restrictions created immediate supply gaps.
• The sharp increase in paddy and pulse sowing due to a good monsoon spiked demand, overwhelming available stocks.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Farmers were over-demanding and pre-stocking, exacerbating shortages.
• Policy takeaway: Need for better forecasting, diversified sourcing, and domestic production incentives.IncorrectCorrect Answer: A
Explanation:
• Domestic production meets only ~70–75% of demand, leaving India vulnerable to global supply shocks.
• China and Morocco are major exporters of DAP and urea; their restrictions created immediate supply gaps.
• The sharp increase in paddy and pulse sowing due to a good monsoon spiked demand, overwhelming available stocks.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Farmers were over-demanding and pre-stocking, exacerbating shortages.
• Policy takeaway: Need for better forecasting, diversified sourcing, and domestic production incentives. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding cloudbursts and mini-cloudbursts:
1. A cloudburst is defined as rainfall exceeding 100 mm/hr over a few square kilometers.
2. Mini-cloudbursts are smaller in scale, with rainfall typically between 50–100 mm/hr.
3. Both cloudbursts and mini-cloudbursts can be easily forecasted using current IMD models.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: C
Explanation:
• Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Cloudbursts are extreme, short-duration rainfall events, while mini-cloudbursts are smaller but still intense.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Forecasting remains challenging due to extremely localized nature, rapid onset, and interaction of multiple microclimatic factors.
• Implication: Disaster management must focus on micro-level preparedness, urban flood mitigation, and real-time monitoring rather than precise predictions.IncorrectCorrect Answer: C
Explanation:
• Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Cloudbursts are extreme, short-duration rainfall events, while mini-cloudbursts are smaller but still intense.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Forecasting remains challenging due to extremely localized nature, rapid onset, and interaction of multiple microclimatic factors.
• Implication: Disaster management must focus on micro-level preparedness, urban flood mitigation, and real-time monitoring rather than precise predictions. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Q4. Consider the following statements about APK scams in India:
1. APK files are Android installation packages, similar to .exe files on Windows.
2. APK scams primarily involve phishing emails rather than mobile apps.
3. Victims are often tricked into granting permissions like SMS, contacts, and microphone access.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: C
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: APK = Android Package Kit, used to install apps.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Most fraud occurs via malicious apps mimicking official portals, not phishing emails.
• Statement 3 is correct: Once installed, apps request extensive permissions, enabling theft of OTPs, personal data, and funds.
• Policy/GS insight: Highlights cybersecurity governance challenges, weak pre-screening, and need for public awareness campaigns.IncorrectCorrect Answer: C
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: APK = Android Package Kit, used to install apps.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Most fraud occurs via malicious apps mimicking official portals, not phishing emails.
• Statement 3 is correct: Once installed, apps request extensive permissions, enabling theft of OTPs, personal data, and funds.
• Policy/GS insight: Highlights cybersecurity governance challenges, weak pre-screening, and need for public awareness campaigns. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following types of cryptocurrencies:
1. Stablecoins – Pegged to assets to reduce volatility.
2. Governance tokens – Provide voting rights in decentralised organisations.
3. Meme coins – Have intrinsic real-world utility and are widely adopted for payments.
4. Utility tokens – Provide access to specific services or platforms.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: D
Explanation:
• Statements 1, 2, and 4 are correct: Stablecoins reduce volatility, governance tokens enable voting, and utility tokens grant access to platforms.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Meme coins (e.g., Dogecoin, Shiba Inu) are hype-driven and generally lack intrinsic utility, illustrating speculative risks in the crypto market.
• Policy/GS insight: Shows the importance of evaluating real-world utility, developer transparency, and governance before crypto adoption.IncorrectCorrect Answer: D
Explanation:
• Statements 1, 2, and 4 are correct: Stablecoins reduce volatility, governance tokens enable voting, and utility tokens grant access to platforms.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Meme coins (e.g., Dogecoin, Shiba Inu) are hype-driven and generally lack intrinsic utility, illustrating speculative risks in the crypto market.
• Policy/GS insight: Shows the importance of evaluating real-world utility, developer transparency, and governance before crypto adoption.
