Daily Current Affairs Quiz – May 7, 2025 | Practice for MPSC & UPSC

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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz

Q. Which of the following statements regarding the composition of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is/are correct?

The Chairperson of the Committee is the Prime Minister.
The Committee has 15 members, with 10 chosen by the Lok Sabha and 5 elected by the Rajya Sabha.
The Committee, once formed, continues to function after the Lok Sabha is dissolved.

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: (b) 2 only

Explanation:
– Statement 1: Incorrect. The Chairperson of a JPC is not the Prime Minister. A senior MP from the ruling party is usually appointed.
– Statement 2: Correct. JPCs have 15 members: 10 from Lok Sabha and 5 from Rajya Sabha.
– Statement 3: Incorrect. A JPC does not continue after the Lok Sabha is dissolved.

Source: The Indian Express – UPSC Essentials

Question 1: Environment & Geography

Topic: Western Disturbances and Climate ChangeThe Indian Express

Q. Consider the following statements:

Western Disturbances that occur in winter have increased significantly over the western and central Himalayas and the Hindu Kush in the last 70 years.
This increase is due to the weakening of the subtropical westerly jet stream.

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

(a) Both statements are correct, and Statement 2 is the correct explanation for Statement 1. (b) Both statements are correct, but Statement 2 is not the correct explanation for Statement 1. (c) Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is incorrect. (d) Statement 1 is incorrect, but Statement 2 is correct.

Correct Answer: (c) Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is incorrect.

Explanation:
– Statement 1: Correct. Studies indicate that Western Disturbances in winter have increased significantly over the western and central Himalayas and the Hindu Kush over the past 70 years.
– Statement 2: Incorrect. The increase in Western Disturbances is attributed to rising global temperatures affecting atmospheric patterns, not specifically due to the weakening of the subtropical westerly jet stream.

Question 2: Science & Technology

Topic: Euclid MissionThe Indian Express+1The Indian Express+1

Q. With reference to the Euclid Mission, consider the following statements:

It is designed to explore the composition and evolution of the dark Universe.
The mission has been led by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
It was launched in 2020.
It has two scientific payloads: Near-Infrared Spectrometer and Photometer (NISP) and Visible Imager (VIS).

How many of the statements given above are correct?

(a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four

Correct Answer: (c) Only three

Explanation:
– Statement 1: Correct. The Euclid Mission aims to investigate the composition and evolution of the dark Universe.
– Statement 2: Incorrect. The mission is led by the European Space Agency (ESA), not NASA.
– Statement 3: Incorrect. The mission was launched in 2023, not 2020.
– Statement 4: Correct. Euclid carries two scientific instruments: NISP and VIS.

Source: The Indian Express – UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Science and Technology MCQs on Saturn’s rings, Bedmap3 and more (Week 103)

International Relations

Q1. Which of the following best describes the “Strategic Partnership Council” recently in news due to India’s bilateral talks?

(a) A new regional bloc led by ASEAN (b) A military alliance under BRICS (c) A bilateral mechanism between India and Saudi Arabia (d) A climate financing group under G20

Science & Technology

Q.Recently, India tested its indigenous ‘Shakti-III’ satellite. What is the primary purpose of this satellite?

(a) Climate change monitoring (b) High-speed secure communication for armed forces (c) Crop yield forecasting for farmers (d) Mapping deep-sea mineral resources

Polity And Governance

Q. Which of the following is true about the “Digital Lok Adalat” system launched recently in India?

(a) It is an app-only platform for civil disputes (b) It replaces all physical Lok Adalats in India (c) It uses AI to help resolve petty cases online (d) It is mandatory for all cases before reaching court

Indian Economy

Q.The RBI recently introduced a “Digital Lending Transparency Dashboard.” What is its main objective?

(a) Track cryptocurrency transactions in India (b) Provide real-time inflation forecasts (c) Ensure fair practices in app-based lending (d) Disclose interest rates on personal savings accounts

Environment

Q5. India’s “Green Hydrogen Mission” aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. What is the target year to produce 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually?

Government Schemes

Q6. What is the key focus of the recently launched “PM SHRI Green Schools Initiative”?

(a) Offer solar scholarships to tribal students (b) Promote climate-friendly infrastructure in schools (c) Provide free tablets to government school teachers (d) Implement AI-based learning modules in rural schools

Economy – Banking

Q7. What is the main aim of the RBI’s “Project UDGAM” launched in 2025?

(a) Promote blockchain in micro-finance (b) Help users locate unclaimed bank deposits (c) Digital currency trial for cross-border trade (d) Create a digital credit score registry

Environment & Ecology

Q8. What is the main objective of the “Project VRIKSHA” launched by the Ministry of Environment?

(a) Increase tree cover in 100 cities (b) Prevent forest fires using drone tech (c) Track illegal deforestation via satellite (d) Train community forest guards

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