Current Affairs Quiz 15 May 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 15 May 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
The repeated renaming of places in Arunachal Pradesh by China can be best described as:
CorrectAnswer: C. Cartographic aggression
Explanation:
China’s renaming of places in Arunachal Pradesh is an assertion of territorial claims through maps, a form of cartographic aggression aimed at altering perceptions of sovereignty.IncorrectAnswer: C. Cartographic aggression
Explanation:
China’s renaming of places in Arunachal Pradesh is an assertion of territorial claims through maps, a form of cartographic aggression aimed at altering perceptions of sovereignty. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to road safety in India, consider the following statements:
1. India accounts for the highest number of road traffic deaths globally.
2. Road crashes in India cost less than 1% of the GDP annually.
3. Road safety is considered a part of the Right to Life under Article 21 of the Constitution.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: B. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct — India has the highest number of road traffic deaths globally.
• Statement 2: Incorrect — Road crashes cost India around 3% of GDP, not less than 1%.
• Statement 3: Correct — Courts have interpreted road safety as part of the Right to Life (Article 21).IncorrectAnswer: B. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct — India has the highest number of road traffic deaths globally.
• Statement 2: Incorrect — Road crashes cost India around 3% of GDP, not less than 1%.
• Statement 3: Correct — Courts have interpreted road safety as part of the Right to Life (Article 21). - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following characteristics is/are associated with DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala) rice variety?
1. Higher nitrogen use efficiency
2. Tolerance to salinity in coastal soils
3. Early maturity and water-saving traits
Select the correct answer using the code below:CorrectAnswer: D. All of the above
Explanation:
DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala) is developed for higher nitrogen use efficiency, salinity tolerance, and early maturity with water-saving benefits.IncorrectAnswer: D. All of the above
Explanation:
DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala) is developed for higher nitrogen use efficiency, salinity tolerance, and early maturity with water-saving benefits. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With respect to India’s indigenous defence capabilities, which of the following is true?
CorrectAnswer: C. Akashteer enhanced air defence network automation and battlefield integration.
Explanation:
• Option A: Incorrect — Akashteer developed by Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL).
• Option B: Incorrect — IACCS deals with air defence, not specifically naval threats.
• Option C: Correct — Akashteer improves air defence network automation and integration.
• Option D: Incorrect — HQ-15 and PL-15 are Chinese systems used by Pakistan.IncorrectAnswer: C. Akashteer enhanced air defence network automation and battlefield integration.
Explanation:
• Option A: Incorrect — Akashteer developed by Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL).
• Option B: Incorrect — IACCS deals with air defence, not specifically naval threats.
• Option C: Correct — Akashteer improves air defence network automation and integration.
• Option D: Incorrect — HQ-15 and PL-15 are Chinese systems used by Pakistan. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the recent trends in birth rates in India (2016–2021), consider the following statements:
1. Tamil Nadu, Delhi, and Kerala witnessed a birth rate decline of more than twice the national average rate.
2. Uttarakhand is the only Indian state that recorded an increase in its birth rate during this period.
3. Bihar and Uttar Pradesh have Total Fertility Rates (TFR) below the national average.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectAnswer: B. Only two
Explanation:
• Statements 1 and 2 are correct.
• Statement 3 is incorrect — Bihar and UP have TFR above the national average.IncorrectAnswer: B. Only two
Explanation:
• Statements 1 and 2 are correct.
• Statement 3 is incorrect — Bihar and UP have TFR above the national average.
