Current Affairs Quiz 07 June 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 07 June 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
The RBI recently announced a phased 100 basis point cut in CRR. What is the impact of such a move?
1. Improves banks’ profitability by reducing idle reserves.
2. Enhances monetary policy transmission.
3. Decreases availability of funds for lending.CorrectAnswer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
• Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) is the share of a bank’s total deposits that must be kept with the RBI. Reducing CRR releases money for banks to lend or invest, improving profitability (Statement 1 – correct).
• More available funds allow banks to pass on repo rate cuts more effectively, improving monetary policy transmission (Statement 2 – correct).
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Reduced CRR actually increases fund availability, not decreases.IncorrectAnswer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
• Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) is the share of a bank’s total deposits that must be kept with the RBI. Reducing CRR releases money for banks to lend or invest, improving profitability (Statement 1 – correct).
• More available funds allow banks to pass on repo rate cuts more effectively, improving monetary policy transmission (Statement 2 – correct).
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Reduced CRR actually increases fund availability, not decreases. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The recently unearthed Shiva temple in Udampatti, Madurai is associated with which historical dynasty?
CorrectAnswer: c) Pandya
Explanation:
• The temple, dated 1217–1218 CE, falls in the Later Pandya period.
• It was called Thennavanisvaram, referring to the Pandya royal title “Thennavan”, highlighting royal patronage and temple-based economy.IncorrectAnswer: c) Pandya
Explanation:
• The temple, dated 1217–1218 CE, falls in the Later Pandya period.
• It was called Thennavanisvaram, referring to the Pandya royal title “Thennavan”, highlighting royal patronage and temple-based economy. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The MSC Elsa 3 shipwreck near Kerala’s coast raised alarms due to the presence of hazardous cargo. Which of the following was among the materials carried?
CorrectAnswer: b) Calcium carbide
Explanation:
• The sunken ship carried calcium carbide, a hazardous material that reacts with water to produce acetylene gas, posing marine pollution and fire hazards.
• Along with 367 tonnes of fuel oil and 64 tonnes of diesel, this created potential for an environmental disaster.IncorrectAnswer: b) Calcium carbide
Explanation:
• The sunken ship carried calcium carbide, a hazardous material that reacts with water to produce acetylene gas, posing marine pollution and fire hazards.
• Along with 367 tonnes of fuel oil and 64 tonnes of diesel, this created potential for an environmental disaster. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
What is the primary objective of the Bharatiya Bhasha Anubhag (BBA) launched by the Union Government?
CorrectAnswer: c) Promote use of Indian languages in governance and administration
Explanation:
• The BBA initiative seeks to reduce dependency on English in government work and encourage thinking and communication in local Indian languages.
• It promotes linguistic inclusivity while supporting translation platforms and staff training.IncorrectAnswer: c) Promote use of Indian languages in governance and administration
Explanation:
• The BBA initiative seeks to reduce dependency on English in government work and encourage thinking and communication in local Indian languages.
• It promotes linguistic inclusivity while supporting translation platforms and staff training. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Assertion (A): The Chenab Bridge can remain operational even if one of its piers collapses.
Reason (R): The bridge uses a continuous beam system and arch-based load distribution.
Options:CorrectAnswer: a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Explanation:
• The parabolic arch-based design ensures load redistribution across other piers, even if one fails — a major engineering safety feature.
• Such structures are designed using the principles of redundancy and load dispersal, allowing continued operations under stress.IncorrectAnswer: a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Explanation:
• The parabolic arch-based design ensures load redistribution across other piers, even if one fails — a major engineering safety feature.
• Such structures are designed using the principles of redundancy and load dispersal, allowing continued operations under stress.
