Current Affairs Quiz 20 March 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 20 March 2024 for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
India is an important member of the ‘International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor’. If this experiment succeeds, what is the immediate advantage for India?
CorrectAns: (d)
IncorrectAns: (d)
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to India, consider the following statements:
1. Judicial custody means an accused is in the custody of the magistrate concerned and such an accused is locked up in a police station, not in jail.
2. During judicial custody, the police officer in charge of the case is not allowed to interrogate the suspect without the approval of the court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAns: (b)
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• In Judicial custody, an accused is in the custody of the concerned Magistrate and lodged in jail. While in the case of police custody, an accused is locked up in a police station. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
• During judicial custody, the police officer in charge of the case may interrogate the suspect but with prior permission from the magistrate. In the case of police custody, the police officer can interrogate the suspect but must produce him before the court within 24 hours. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
• Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer.IncorrectAns: (b)
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• In Judicial custody, an accused is in the custody of the concerned Magistrate and lodged in jail. While in the case of police custody, an accused is locked up in a police station. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
• During judicial custody, the police officer in charge of the case may interrogate the suspect but with prior permission from the magistrate. In the case of police custody, the police officer can interrogate the suspect but must produce him before the court within 24 hours. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
• Therefore, option (b) is the correct answer. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to
CorrectAns: (a)
IncorrectAns: (a)
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding NANDI Portal
1. The NANDI Portal is developed by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) in collaboration with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) through the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC).
2. The portal promotes the well-being of livestock and the livestock industry.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer : C
About the NANDI Portal:
The NANDI Portal is developed by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) in collaboration with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) through the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC).Significance of the portal:
• It aims to streamline the regulatory approval process for veterinary products.
• The portal enhances transparency and efficiency in assessing and examining proposals for veterinary drugs and vaccines.
• It is seamlessly integrated with the SUGAM portal of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, making the process more streamlined.
• The portal promotes the well-being of livestock and the livestock industry.
• It enables quick and easy coordination between various government departments and institutes, fostering growth and innovation.IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
About the NANDI Portal:
The NANDI Portal is developed by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) in collaboration with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) through the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC).Significance of the portal:
• It aims to streamline the regulatory approval process for veterinary products.
• The portal enhances transparency and efficiency in assessing and examining proposals for veterinary drugs and vaccines.
• It is seamlessly integrated with the SUGAM portal of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, making the process more streamlined.
• The portal promotes the well-being of livestock and the livestock industry.
• It enables quick and easy coordination between various government departments and institutes, fostering growth and innovation. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following historical places:
1. Ajanta Caves
2. Lepakshi Temple
3. Sanchi Stupa
Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?CorrectAns: (b)
IncorrectAns: (b)
