Current Affairs Quiz 19 May 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 19 May 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
According to foundational copyright principles, what does copyright law protect?
CorrectAnswer: b) Expression of ideas
Explanation:
Copyright protects original expressions of ideas, not the ideas or facts themselves. For example, a novel’s storyline can be copyrighted, but not the basic idea of a love story.IncorrectAnswer: b) Expression of ideas
Explanation:
Copyright protects original expressions of ideas, not the ideas or facts themselves. For example, a novel’s storyline can be copyrighted, but not the basic idea of a love story. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to Article 143 of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. The opinion given by the Supreme Court under Article 143 is binding on the President.
2. The Supreme Court is constitutionally obligated to answer every question referred to it under this Article.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: D. Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The opinion under Article 143 is advisory, not binding.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The Supreme Court may decline to answer a reference if it deems the question vague or not justiciable.IncorrectAnswer: D. Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The opinion under Article 143 is advisory, not binding.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The Supreme Court may decline to answer a reference if it deems the question vague or not justiciable. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following correctly explains the hybrid approach to AI implementation in Indian workplaces?
CorrectAnswer: C. Use of AI for predictive tasks while retaining human oversight for adaptability
Explanation:
The hybrid AI approach combines machine efficiency in repetitive/predictive tasks with human judgment for complex decision-making, ensuring better adaptability and accountability.IncorrectAnswer: C. Use of AI for predictive tasks while retaining human oversight for adaptability
Explanation:
The hybrid AI approach combines machine efficiency in repetitive/predictive tasks with human judgment for complex decision-making, ensuring better adaptability and accountability. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the PSLV-C61 mission:
1. It aimed to place the EOS-09 satellite into a geostationary transfer orbit.
2. The mission failed due to an anomaly in the third stage, which uses a liquid fuel engine.
3. The EOS-09 was built on the heritage platform of RISAT-1 and intended for Earth observation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: B. 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: PSLV missions typically place satellites in Sun-synchronous polar orbits, not geostationary transfer orbits.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: PSLV’s third stage uses solid fuel, not liquid.
• Statement 3 is correct: EOS-09 is a radar imaging satellite based on RISAT-1, used for Earth observation.IncorrectAnswer: B. 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: PSLV missions typically place satellites in Sun-synchronous polar orbits, not geostationary transfer orbits.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: PSLV’s third stage uses solid fuel, not liquid.
• Statement 3 is correct: EOS-09 is a radar imaging satellite based on RISAT-1, used for Earth observation. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to A-to-I mRNA editing, consider the following statements:
1. It involves the enzymatic conversion of adenosine to inosine in messenger RNA.
2. Ribosomes interpret inosine as guanine, which can alter the resulting protein sequence.
3. This process leads to permanent changes in the DNA of the organism.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: A-to-I editing is catalyzed by ADAR enzymes.
• Statement 2 is correct: Ribosomes read inosine as guanine, affecting protein outcome.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: mRNA editing is a post-transcriptional modification, and does not change the DNA.IncorrectAnswer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: A-to-I editing is catalyzed by ADAR enzymes.
• Statement 2 is correct: Ribosomes read inosine as guanine, affecting protein outcome.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: mRNA editing is a post-transcriptional modification, and does not change the DNA.
