Current Affairs Quiz 23 July 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 23 July 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which of the following statements about India’s nuclear energy sector is/are correct?
1. The Atomic Energy Act, 1962 allows private companies to build and operate nuclear power plants.
2. The proposed amendment to the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act (CLNDA), 2010 seeks to align India’s liability regime with global standards.
3. Viability Gap Funding (VGF) is being explored as a financing mechanism for nuclear energy.
Options:CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The Atomic Energy Act, 1962 reserves nuclear energy generation to government entities. Private players can only participate as vendors, not operators.
• Statement 2 is correct: The proposed amendment aims to limit supplier liability, aligning with global norms.
• Statement 3 is correct: VGF is being considered to attract private investment in manufacturing and fuel cycle support.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The Atomic Energy Act, 1962 reserves nuclear energy generation to government entities. Private players can only participate as vendors, not operators.
• Statement 2 is correct: The proposed amendment aims to limit supplier liability, aligning with global norms.
• Statement 3 is correct: VGF is being considered to attract private investment in manufacturing and fuel cycle support. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The 1895 Bill of Rights drafted during British rule in India:
Options:CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• The 1895 Bill of Rights (by Lokmanya Tilak and others) focused on basic civil rights like freedom of speech, equality before law, etc., not complete independence or federalism.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• The 1895 Bill of Rights (by Lokmanya Tilak and others) focused on basic civil rights like freedom of speech, equality before law, etc., not complete independence or federalism. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements regarding the MiG-21 is/are correct?
1. MiG-21 was first procured from France in the 1960s.
2. It played a role in the 2019 Balakot airstrikes.
3. Its phase-out will leave the IAF with 42 squadrons.
Options:CorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: MiG-21 was procured from the Soviet Union, not France.
• Statement 2 is correct: A MiG-21 Bison was used in the 2019 air combat after Balakot.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: The IAF’s sanctioned strength is 42 squadrons; phase-out will reduce actual strength below that level.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: MiG-21 was procured from the Soviet Union, not France.
• Statement 2 is correct: A MiG-21 Bison was used in the 2019 air combat after Balakot.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: The IAF’s sanctioned strength is 42 squadrons; phase-out will reduce actual strength below that level. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Match the following:
Aircraft Origin
MiG-21 A. India
Rafale B. France
Tejas Mk-1A C. Russia/Soviet UnionCorrect Match:
CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• MiG-21 → C (Russia/Soviet Union)
• Rafale → correct match is B (France)
• Tejas Mk-1A → A (India)IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• MiG-21 → C (Russia/Soviet Union)
• Rafale → correct match is B (France)
• Tejas Mk-1A → A (India) - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The NAMASTE scheme launched in 2023 aims to:
CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• NAMASTE = National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem
• Jointly launched by MoHUA and MoSJ&E
• Aims to eliminate manual scavenging, ensure mechanisation, skilling, and dignity of sanitation workers.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• NAMASTE = National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem
• Jointly launched by MoHUA and MoSJ&E
• Aims to eliminate manual scavenging, ensure mechanisation, skilling, and dignity of sanitation workers.
