Current Affairs Quiz 14 May 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 14 May 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which of the following agreements reaffirm India’s stance of bilateral resolution of disputes with Pakistan?
1. Tashkent Agreement (1966)
2. Shimla Agreement (1972)
3. Lahore Declaration (1999)
Select the correct answer using the code below:CorrectAnswer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Tashkent Agreement (1966) and Shimla Agreement (1972) reaffirm India’s commitment to resolving disputes bilaterally with Pakistan.
Lahore Declaration (1999), though significant, does not explicitly reaffirm this bilateral stance. It focused more on nuclear confidence-building measures between the two countries.IncorrectAnswer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Tashkent Agreement (1966) and Shimla Agreement (1972) reaffirm India’s commitment to resolving disputes bilaterally with Pakistan.
Lahore Declaration (1999), though significant, does not explicitly reaffirm this bilateral stance. It focused more on nuclear confidence-building measures between the two countries. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Under which of the following laws are digital payment systems like PhonePe regulated in India?
CorrectAnswer: C. Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007
Explanation:
The Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 regulates digital payment systems in India, including mobile payment platforms like PhonePe, to ensure the security and efficiency of payment transactionsIncorrectAnswer: C. Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007
Explanation:
The Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 regulates digital payment systems in India, including mobile payment platforms like PhonePe, to ensure the security and efficiency of payment transactions - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding irrigation in India:
1. India’s overall irrigation efficiency is over 50%, on par with developed nations.
2. Practices like continuous flooding in paddy cultivation reduce both irrigation efficiency and water productivity.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: B. 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect. India’s irrigation efficiency is only about 38%, which is much lower than developed countries where it averages 55%.
Statement 2 is correct. Practices like continuous flooding in paddy fields reduce both irrigation efficiency and water productivity.IncorrectAnswer: B. 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect. India’s irrigation efficiency is only about 38%, which is much lower than developed countries where it averages 55%.
Statement 2 is correct. Practices like continuous flooding in paddy fields reduce both irrigation efficiency and water productivity. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following best reflects the objective of the Right to Repair movement in India?
CorrectAnswer: C. To empower consumers by ensuring access to repair parts and manuals
Explanation:
The Right to Repair movement aims to empower consumers by ensuring access to spare parts, repair manuals, and the ability to repair products through authorized services, thus extending the life of products and reducing e-waste.IncorrectAnswer: C. To empower consumers by ensuring access to repair parts and manuals
Explanation:
The Right to Repair movement aims to empower consumers by ensuring access to spare parts, repair manuals, and the ability to repair products through authorized services, thus extending the life of products and reducing e-waste. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following is a fundamental principle of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?
CorrectAnswer: C. Most Favoured Nation (MFN) treatment
Explanation:
The principle of Most Favoured Nation (MFN) requires WTO members to treat all other members equally, meaning any trade advantage given to one country must be extended to all members. This promotes fairness in international trade.IncorrectAnswer: C. Most Favoured Nation (MFN) treatment
Explanation:
The principle of Most Favoured Nation (MFN) requires WTO members to treat all other members equally, meaning any trade advantage given to one country must be extended to all members. This promotes fairness in international trade.
