Current Affairs Quiz 13 May 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 13 May 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to per capita water standards in India, consider the following statements:
1. India uses the litres per capita per day (lpcd) metric to allocate water and guide infrastructure planning.
2. The lpcd standard is based on comprehensive scientific and region-specific empirical surveys.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: A. 1 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: India follows the litres per capita per day (lpcd) metric for setting urban and rural water supply norms (e.g., 135 lpcd for urban areas).
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The standards are not always based on rigorous region-specific or scientific surveys; they are often generalized benchmarks.IncorrectAnswer: A. 1 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: India follows the litres per capita per day (lpcd) metric for setting urban and rural water supply norms (e.g., 135 lpcd for urban areas).
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The standards are not always based on rigorous region-specific or scientific surveys; they are often generalized benchmarks. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which country’s proposal at MEPC-83 included a GHG Fuel Standard (GFS) and surplus/remedial credit units?
CorrectAnswer: C. Singapore
Explanation:
At MEPC-83 (Marine Environment Protection Committee), Singapore submitted a proposal that included:
• A GHG Fuel Standard (GFS)
• Introduction of surplus/remedial credit units to promote low-carbon fuels
This proposal was part of IMO’s efforts to decarbonize the maritime sector.
While the U.S. also made submissions, the specific GFS + credits approach was by Singapore.IncorrectAnswer: C. Singapore
Explanation:
At MEPC-83 (Marine Environment Protection Committee), Singapore submitted a proposal that included:
• A GHG Fuel Standard (GFS)
• Introduction of surplus/remedial credit units to promote low-carbon fuels
This proposal was part of IMO’s efforts to decarbonize the maritime sector.
While the U.S. also made submissions, the specific GFS + credits approach was by Singapore. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following best characterizes “clientelism”?
CorrectAnswer: B. It is a reciprocal exchange of targeted benefits in return for political support.
Explanation:
• Clientelism is a political strategy in which goods or services are exchanged for political support, especially in patron-client relationships.
• It targets specific individuals/groups rather than applying to the entire population like universal welfare.IncorrectAnswer: B. It is a reciprocal exchange of targeted benefits in return for political support.
Explanation:
• Clientelism is a political strategy in which goods or services are exchanged for political support, especially in patron-client relationships.
• It targets specific individuals/groups rather than applying to the entire population like universal welfare. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Germanium is a rare earth element.
2. Germanium oxide is used in fibre optic cable manufacturing.CorrectAnswer: B. Only 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: Germanium is not a rare earth element. It is a metalloid, used in semiconductors and optics.
• Statement 2 is correct: Germanium oxide is used in the production of fiber optic cables due to its optical clarity and properties.IncorrectAnswer: B. Only 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: Germanium is not a rare earth element. It is a metalloid, used in semiconductors and optics.
• Statement 2 is correct: Germanium oxide is used in the production of fiber optic cables due to its optical clarity and properties. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. Moong and urad together contributed over 2 lakh hectares of increase in pulses acreage.
2. Paddy sowing area declined in the 2024-25 Kharif season compared to 2023-24.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: A. Only 1
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Moong increased by 1.70 lakh ha, and urad by 0.50 lakh ha, totaling 2.20 lakh hectares.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Paddy sowing increased by 3.44 lakh hectares, not declined.IncorrectAnswer: A. Only 1
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: Moong increased by 1.70 lakh ha, and urad by 0.50 lakh ha, totaling 2.20 lakh hectares.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Paddy sowing increased by 3.44 lakh hectares, not declined.
