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Daily-mcqs 01 Aug 2024

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 01 Aug 2024

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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

With reference to the 'Tarang Shakti 2024,' consider the following statements:

1. It is a two-phase military exercise to be hosted by the Indian Air Force.

2. Its first phase will held Sular, Tamil Nadu from 6th of August.

3. The second phase will take place in Pathankot from September 1–14.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

Answer: B

Explanation:

India will host its first multinational air exercise, 'Tarang Shakti 2024,' in Sular, Tamil Nadu starting on 6th of next month August, with participation from nearly 30 countries, including ten with fighter aircraft. Tarang Shakti 2024 is a two-phase military exercise hosted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) in August and September 2024. Hence, statement 1 and 2 are correct.


India’s fighter aircraft, including Tejas, Rafale, Mirage 2000, Jaguar, MIG 29 aircraft and more, will take part in the exercise. The second phase will take place in Jodhpur from September 1–14. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.


 


                            

Q2:

Consider the following statements about the Seine River, recently seen in news:

1. This is the second-longest river of Italy.

2. It originates from Burgundy region and drain into the Great Bras d'Or Channel.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

A: 1 Only

B: 2 Only

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Explanation:

Athletes began the swimming component of the women’s individual triathlon in the Seine River at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on recently. The Seine River is a significant waterway in France, known for its historical and economic importance. It is France's second-longest river after the Loire. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.


The Seine River originates in the Burgundy region, near Dijon. It then empties into the English Channel, an arm of the Atlantic Ocean. Most of the river basin is formed of permeable rocks, which absorb water and help reduce the risk of river floods. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.


                            

Q3:

Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: The Mahtari Vandana Yojana is a scheme launched in March 2024.

Statement-II: The scheme provides financial assistance of Rs.1,000 per month through postal money orders.

 

Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement –II is the correct explanation of Statement-I

B: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

C: Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

D: Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Answer: C

Explanation:

Today on 1st of August, the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh Vishnu Deo Sai will release the 6th installment of the Mahtari Vandan Yojana and launch the Mahtari Vandan App, which will provide monthly payments and bank details of the beneficiaries. The Mahtari Vandana Yojana is a scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Chhattisgarh in March 2024. Hence, statement I is correct.


The scheme provides financial assistance of Rs 1,000 per month through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The scheme provides benefits to all eligible married women, Widows, divorced and deserted women of Chhattisgarh who are above 21 years of age as of January 1, 2024. Hence, statement II is incorrect.


                            

Q4:

Consider the following statements about the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam:

1. It is a gravity dam in Karnataka.

2. It located below the confluence of the Kaveri and the Manjira rivers.

3. It was designed by Sir M. Visvesvaraya.

4. This dam is made of cement instead of surki mortar.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: Only three

D: All four

Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently, heavy rain in the Cauvery catchment has led authorities to increase outflow from the Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) and Kabini dams in Karnataka. The Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) Dam is a gravity dam in the Mandya district of Karnataka. Hence, statement 1 is correct.


Krishnaraja Sagar dam is located below the confluence of the Kaveri River and its tributaries, the Hemavati and Lakshmana Tirtha. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.


The construction of the KRS Dam began in 1911 and it was completed in 1931. The dam was designed by a famous Indian engineer Sir M. Visvesvaraya. Hence, statement 3 is correct.


Krishnaraja Sagar dam is made of surki mortar instead of cement because cement was not manufactured in India at the time. The dam is 2,621 meters (8,600 ft) long, 40 meters (130 ft) high and has arch type 177 Iron sluices. Hence, statement 4 is incorrect.


                            

Q5:

Consider the following statements:

1. The Cauvery river is often referred to as the Ganga of South India.

2. It rises from the Nilgiri Hill in the Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: 1 Only

B: 2 Only

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Explanation:

The Cauvery, also known as the Kaveri, holds significance as a sacred river in southern India and is often referred to as the Ganga of South India. Hence, statement 1 is correct.


The Cauvery river rises from the Brahmagiri Hill in the Western Ghats of southwestern Karnataka, flows through the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu and ultimately drains into the Bay of Bengal. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.