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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 05 Apr 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding the H5N1 virus:

H5N1 is a highly pathogenic influenza virus that primarily affects humans and occasionally infects birds.

The mortality rate of human infections with H5N1 is significantly lower than that of COVID-19.

Most human cases of H5N1 result from direct contact with infected birds.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect because H5N1 primarily affects birds and only occasionally infects humans.

Statement 2 is incorrect as well; the mortality rate of H5N1 can be as high as 60%, whereas COVID-19 variants had a mortality rate of around 3%.

Statement 3 is correct because human infections are mostly linked to direct contact with infected birds.
Thus, only one statement is correct, making (a) the correct answer.

Q2:

Consider the following statements regarding the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024:

The Bill applies only to vessels operating within India’s territorial waters (up to 12 nautical miles).

Indian-owned vessels require a special license to operate in coastal shipping.

The Bill includes penalties such as fines up to Rs 15 lakh for non-compliance.

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: The Bill applies not only to territorial waters (12 nautical miles) but also to adjacent maritime zones (up to 200 nautical miles).

Statement 2 is incorrect: Indian-owned vessels do not require a license for coastal shipping.

Statement 3 is correct: The Bill imposes fines of up to Rs 15 lakh or four times the gains derived from the violation.

Q3:

Which of the following best describes Kannadippaya?

A: A type of traditional embroidered shawl from Himachal Pradesh.

B: A unique reed bamboo mat with a reflective surface crafted by tribal communities in Kerala.

C: A silk-based textile product that originates from West Bengal.

D: A metal craft popular in the Chhota Nagpur Plateau region.

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Kannadippaya is a unique reed bamboo mat with a reflective surface crafted by tribal communities in Kerala. It derives its name from its mirror-like reflective surface (Kannadi = mirror, Paya = Mat).

Q4:

Which of the following best describes Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)?

A: Legally binding global agreements for carbon neutrality.

B: Voluntary climate action plans submitted by countries under the Paris Agreement.

C: Financial pledges made by developed nations to support developing countries.

D: A set of economic policies aimed at reducing trade barriers.

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Answer: B

Explanation:

NDCs are non-binding commitments under the Paris Agreement, requiring nations to set and update their climate action plans.

Q5:

Consider the following statements regarding poverty reduction in India:

As per the 2023-24 Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES), rural and urban poverty levels in India are now equal at 3.9%.

The poverty gap between Scheduled Castes (SCs) and the General category has remained unchanged over the past decade.

The decline in poverty among Muslims (33.7 percentage points) was greater than among Hindus (20.7 percentage points).

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Rural and urban poverty levels both stand at 3.9% as per the 2023-24 survey.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The poverty gap between SCs and the General category has reduced significantly (from 17.4 percentage points to 2.6 percentage points in rural areas).

Statement 3 is correct: The decline in poverty among Muslims (33.7 percentage points) was indeed greater than among Hindus (20.7 percentage points).