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Daily-mcqs 10 Dec 2024

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 10 Dec 2024

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding INS Tushil:

1.    INS Tushil is the seventh ship of the Talwar-class frigates and the first of the third batch ordered by the Indian Navy.

2.    The commissioning ceremony of INS Tushil took place at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia, and was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

3.    INS Tushil features 50% indigenous content, incorporating systems from major Russian Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1: Correct. INS Tushil is the seventh Talwar-class frigate and the first of the third batch ordered by the Indian Navy.

Statement 2: Correct. The commissioning ceremony was held at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended it.

Statement 3: Incorrect. INS Tushil features 26% indigenous content, not 50%, and incorporates systems from Indian Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

Q2:

Consider the following statements:

1.    Recently, December 6 has been declared as Gandhi’s Remembrance Day in the U.S. state of Nebraska to honor Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of non-violence, tolerance, and justice.

2.    The bust of Gandhi was unveiled at the Nebraska State Capitol building by Governor Jim Pillen.

3.    Mahatma Gandhi is known for his leadership in the Indian independence movement and his philosophy of non-violence, which influenced global civil rights movements.

4.    The event coincided with the opening of the first Indian Consulate in Seattle.

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All four

D: None

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Answer: D

Explanation:

Statement 1: Correct. December 6 was declared as Gandhi’s Remembrance Day in Nebraska to honor his principles of non-violence, tolerance, and justice.

Statement 2: Correct. Governor Jim Pillen unveiled a bust of Gandhi at the Nebraska State Capitol, marking the first installation of Gandhi’s statue in any state capitol under the jurisdiction of the Indian Consulate in Seattle.

Statement 3: Correct. Mahatma Gandhi is known for his leadership in the Indian independence movement and his philosophy of non-violence, which greatly influenced global civil rights movements.

Statement 4: Correct. The event coincided with the opening of the first Indian Consulate in Seattle, which covers the listed states.

Q3:

Consider the following statements:

1.    Recently, Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouedraogo was appointed new prime minister of Burkina Faso.

2.    Ouedraogo previously served as Burkina Faso's Minister of Communications and government spokesperson before his appointment.

3.    Burkina Faso has been under military rule since a coup in September 2021, which ousted former President Roch Marc Christian Kaboré.

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1: Correct. Ouedraogo was appointed as the new prime minister of Burkina Faso after the dismissal of Apollinaire Joachim Kyelem de Tambela.

Statement 2: Correct. Ouedraogo previously served as Burkina Faso's Minister of Communications and government spokesperson.

Statement 3: Incorrect. Burkina Faso has been under military rule since the coup in September 2022, not 2021, which ousted former President Roch Marc Christian Kaboré.

Q4:

Consider the following statements regarding Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India:

1.    Mauritius and Singapore are the largest contributors to FDI in India, accounting for 49% of the total FDI in last two decade.

2.    The U.S. accounts for the largest share of FDI in India.

3.    The services sector is the largest recipient of FDI in India, driven by industries like telecommunications, computer software, and trading.

Which of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1, 2

B: Only 3

C: Only 1 and 3

D: All of the above

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1: Correct. Mauritius and Singapore are the largest contributors to FDI in India, accounting for 49% of the total FDI from April 2000 to September 2024.

Statement 2: Incorrect. The U.S. follows with 10% of the total FDI, not the largest share.

Statement 3: Correct. The services sector is the largest recipient of FDI in India, driven by industries like telecommunications, computer software, and trading.

Q5:

Which of the following measures can help India continue to attract more Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)?

1.    Strengthening structural reforms in areas like taxation, labor laws, and mergers & acquisitions (M&A) processes.

2.    Increasing investments in infrastructure.

3.    Encouraging digital transformation and research to foster long-term value in the economy.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 3

C: Only1 and 3

D: All of the above

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Answer: D

Explanation:

Statement 1: Correct. Strengthening reforms in areas like taxation, labor laws, and M&A processes can simplify the investment environment and attract more FDI.

Statement 2: correct. Investments in infrastructure are essential to enhance connectivity and incentivize foreign investors.

Statement 3: Correct. Encouraging digital transformation and research will help create long-term value and maintain India's attractiveness for FDI.