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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 11 Feb 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding Article 200 of the Indian Constitution:

1. The Governor can return any Bill, including a Money Bill, to the State Legislature for reconsideration.

2. The Governor may reserve a Bill for the President’s consideration if it is against the provisions of the Constitution.

3. The Governor must provide assent to a Bill within 30 days of its presentation.

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

· Statement 1 is incorrect: The Governor cannot return a Money Bill for reconsideration. Only Ordinary Bills can be sent back to the Legislature.

· Statement 2 is correct: The Governor may reserve a Bill for the President’s consideration if it contravenes the Constitution or raises significant legal/constitutional issues.

· Statement 3 is incorrect: There is no fixed time limit for the Governor to decide on a Bill.

Q2:

What is the main reason behind Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania's decision to disconnect from the Russian power grid?

A: To reduce electricity costs

B: To improve energy security and reduce dependence on Russia

C: To increase their reliance on renewable energy sources

D: To join the European Union's electricity network immediately Answer

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Answer: B

Explanation:

The decision by Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to disconnect from the Russian power grid is a strategic move to reduce their dependence on Russia and improve their energy security. This move is also seen as a step towards strengthening their ties with Europe and fully joining the European Union's electricity network.

Q3:

Consider the following statements regarding the SRY gene and sex determination:

1.   The SRY gene is typically located on the X chromosome in females, initiating male development.

2.   The presence of the SRY gene triggers the development of male characteristics by stimulating testosterone production.

3.   In some rare cases, females can carry the SRY gene, but may still develop female characteristics due to the absence of other Y chromosome genes.

How many above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: The SRY gene is typically located on the Y chromosome, not the X chromosome. Its presence on the Y chromosome triggers male development.

Statement 2 is correct: The SRY gene plays a crucial role in initiating male development by stimulating testosterone production, leading to male-specific characteristics.

Statement 3 is correct: In rare cases, females can carry the SRY gene due to translocation, but they may still develop female characteristics due to missing Y chromosome genes that are necessary for full male differentiation.

Q4:

Consider the following statements about the Baltic nations:

1.   The Baltic nations—Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania—are located on the western coast of the Baltic Sea.

2.   All three Baltic nations gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991 after a period of occupation.

3.   Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania became European Union members in 2004, enhancing their ties with the West.

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: The Baltic nations are located on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea, not the western coast.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The Baltic nations gained independence from the Russian Empire in 1918. They were later occupied by the Soviet Union and regained their sovereignty in the early 1990s.

Statement 3 is correct: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania became members of the European Union in 2004, solidifying their political and economic alignment with the West.

Q5:

Consider the following statements about the 20th Association of Oncologists of Northeast India (AONEI) conference:

1.   The 20th AONEI conference was held in Itanagar and attracted 150 eminent oncologists, with significant participation from the Northeastern states.

2.   AONEI was founded in 2005 to advance cancer research, treatment, and awareness in Northeast India.

3.   The idea for AONEI was first proposed by Dr. C. Bhuyan and Dr. Judita Syiemlieh during a breakfast meeting in Shillong.

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 is correct: The 20th AONEI conference was indeed held in Itanagar, with participation from 150 eminent oncologists, and it had notable involvement from the Northeastern states.

Statement 2 is incorrect: AONEI was founded in 2004, not 2005, to focus on cancer research and awareness in Northeast India.

Statement 3 is correct: The idea for establishing AONEI was first proposed by Dr. C. Bhuyan and Dr. Judita Syiemlieh during a breakfast meeting in Shillong.