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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 04 Sep 2024

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

With reference to the the Wokha SAATHI WhatsApp Chatbot, consider the following statements:

1. It is an innovative initiative of the Wokha District Administration of Nagaland.

2. It integrates over 40 government services into a single platform.

3. It facilitates two-way communication between the government and citizens.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only Two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the Wokha SAATHI WhatsApp Chatbot was honoured with the prestigious Gold Award at the National Awards for e-Governance Scheme 2023-2024 at the 27th National Conference on e-Governance held in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The Wokha SAATHI WhatsApp Chatbot is an innovative initiative of the Wokha District Administration of Nagaland. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The initiative uses an AI-based Smart Assistant called SAATHI (Smart AI-based Assistant for Timely Help & Interface) to enhance government services. The chatbot integrates over 40 government services into a single platform, providing residents with easy access to essential services. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

The Wokha SAATHI WhatsApp Chatbot facilitates two-way communication between the government and citizens, allowing for real-time assistance and proactive Information Education Campaigns. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Q2:

Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) is the head of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).

Statement-II: Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation is the Central Drug Authority which operates under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India.

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

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Recently, the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) approved ENTOD Pharmaceuticals' PresVu eye drops, designed to reduce reliance on reading glasses for individuals with presbyopia. The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) is the head of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). Hence, statement I is correct.

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation is the Central Drug Authority responsible for enforcing the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1940. It operates under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. Hence, statement II is correct.

Here, statements I and II both are correct and statement II is the correct explanation of statement I. Hence, option (a) is correct.

Q3:

Consider the following statements about the Standing Committees:

1. They are permanent committees that examine bills, policies and the functioning of various ministries and departments.

2. These committees are constituted at the end of each session of Parliament.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 only

B: 2 only

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Recently, Shashi Tharoor criticized the Centre over the formation of standing committees, questioning the process and its impact on parliamentary oversight. In the Indian Parliament, standing committees are permanent committees that examine bills, policies and the functioning of various ministries and departments. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The standing committees are constituted at the beginning of each session of Parliament and continue until the end of the session. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.

Q4:

Consider the following passage:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold talks with this country’s Sultan today on 4th of September. This country is a country located on the northern coast of the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. This country shares its borders with the South China Sea to the north and Malaysian state of Sarawak to the east, west and south.

The above passage best describes about which of the following countries?

A: Indonesia

B: Brunei

C: Vietnam

D: Combodia

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold talks with Brunei’s Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah today on 4th of September. Brunei is a country located on the northern coast of the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital of Brunei. Brunei shares its borders with the South China Sea to the north and Malaysian state of Sarawak to the east, west and south. The highest point in Brunei is Bukit Pagon. Brunei has a tropical rainforest climate. Hence, option (b) is correct.

Q5:

With reference to the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), consider the following statements:

1. It is the highest decision-making body in the Ministry of Defence, established in 2001.

2. It oversees and approves major defence procurement.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 only

B: 2 only

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh,Approved for 10 capital acquisition proposals. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is the highest decision-making body in the Ministry of Defence for matters related to procurement and policy. It was established in 2001. It oversees and approves major defence procurement and acquisition projects. Hence, statements 1 and 2 both are correct.