Current Affairs Quiz 14 June 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 14 June 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Black Box in commercial aircraft:
1. The Black Box refers to two key components: the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR).
2. It is designed to be fireproof and waterproof, capable of surviving extreme impact and environmental conditions.
3. The Black Box is always located in the cockpit for easy access post-crash.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: B. Only 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Correct: The Black Box consists of the FDR and CVR, which store technical flight data and cockpit audio respectively.
• Statement 2 – Correct: It is built to withstand high temperatures (over 1,100°C), water immersion, and massive impact forces.
• Statement 3 – Incorrect: It is typically located in the tail section of the aircraft, not the cockpit, to maximize chances of survival in a crash.IncorrectCorrect Answer: B. Only 1 and 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Correct: The Black Box consists of the FDR and CVR, which store technical flight data and cockpit audio respectively.
• Statement 2 – Correct: It is built to withstand high temperatures (over 1,100°C), water immersion, and massive impact forces.
• Statement 3 – Incorrect: It is typically located in the tail section of the aircraft, not the cockpit, to maximize chances of survival in a crash. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding India’s abstention from the UNGA resolution on Gaza ceasefire (June 2025):
1. India voted in favour of a similar ceasefire resolution in December 2022, showing consistent support for Gaza-related resolutions.
2. India cited its abstention as a means to promote dialogue and diplomacy, maintaining that peaceful negotiations are the only way forward.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: B. Only 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Incorrect: India abstained in December 2022, October 2023, and early 2024. It only voted in favour in December 2024, not 2022.
• Statement 2 – Correct: India’s stated reason for abstaining was to promote dialogue and diplomacy.IncorrectCorrect Answer: B. Only 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Incorrect: India abstained in December 2022, October 2023, and early 2024. It only voted in favour in December 2024, not 2022.
• Statement 2 – Correct: India’s stated reason for abstaining was to promote dialogue and diplomacy. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the recent sanctioning of FRA Cells by the Central Government:
1. The newly sanctioned FRA cells have been granted decision-making powers to approve or reject forest rights claims under FRA, 2006.
2. These FRA cells are part of the Dharti Aba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyaan (DAJGUA), which aims to enhance tribal welfare.
3. Concerns have been raised that the cells may undermine Gram Sabhas by creating a parallel mechanism outside the statutory framework of FRA.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: B. Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Incorrect: The FRA cells do not have decision-making power; they assist in paperwork and data management.
• Statement 2 – Correct: These cells are sanctioned under DAJGUA.
• Statement 3 – Correct: Activists have raised concerns about a potential parallel mechanism undermining Gram Sabhas.IncorrectCorrect Answer: B. Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Incorrect: The FRA cells do not have decision-making power; they assist in paperwork and data management.
• Statement 2 – Correct: These cells are sanctioned under DAJGUA.
• Statement 3 – Correct: Activists have raised concerns about a potential parallel mechanism undermining Gram Sabhas. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the implications of the Israel–Iran conflict for India:
1. India directly imports over 30% of its crude oil requirements from Iran.
2. The Suez Canal has been officially closed due to the Israel–Iran conflict.
3. Gold prices in India dropped significantly as investors moved to equity markets for higher returns.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: D. None
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Incorrect: India does not import a significant share of its oil from Iran due to U.S. sanctions.
• Statement 2 – Incorrect: The Suez Canal remains operational.
• Statement 3 – Incorrect: Gold prices surged due to safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions.IncorrectCorrect Answer: D. None
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Incorrect: India does not import a significant share of its oil from Iran due to U.S. sanctions.
• Statement 2 – Incorrect: The Suez Canal remains operational.
• Statement 3 – Incorrect: Gold prices surged due to safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
. Consider the following statements about the recent Israeli airstrikes on Iran:
1. The airstrikes were limited to only Iran’s civilian infrastructure and avoided nuclear or military targets.
2. The fall of Assad’s regime in Iraq significantly weakened the Iran–Hezbollah regional axis.
3. Donald Trump, the current U.S. President, condemned the Israeli strikes and offered immediate mediation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: D. None
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Incorrect: The strikes targeted nuclear and military sites, not just civilian infrastructure.
• Statement 2 – Incorrect: Assad’s regime fell in Syria, not Iraq.
• Statement 3 – Incorrect: Trump did not condemn the strikes; he endorsed them and signaled more may come.IncorrectCorrect Answer: D. None
Explanation:
• Statement 1 – Incorrect: The strikes targeted nuclear and military sites, not just civilian infrastructure.
• Statement 2 – Incorrect: Assad’s regime fell in Syria, not Iraq.
• Statement 3 – Incorrect: Trump did not condemn the strikes; he endorsed them and signaled more may come.
