Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams – 23 March 2015

:: National ::

Q. 1

1. The total strength of women personnel in the paramilitary forces is less than ten per cent.
2. There are seven paramilitary forces, also called the Central armed police forces, in the country.

Which of the following statements is/are true-?

a) Only 1
b) Only 2
c) Both 1 & 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

:: International ::

Q. 2

1. Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena conferred the highest military rank of Field Marshal on retired army chief and politician Sarath Fonseka.
2. Mr. Fonseka was sent to prison by the previous Rajapaksa regime for alleged treason.

Which of the following statements is/are true-?

a) Only 1
b) Only 2
c) Both 1 & 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

:: Business and Economy ::

Q. 3

1. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced a slew of measures including listing of municipal bonds and setting up of a global financial hub within India on the lines of Singapore and Dubai.
2. The SEBI said it would tap social media in a big way to reach out to the investors and make it easier for them through measures like e-IPO and Aadhar-based e-KYC initiatives.

Which of the following statements is/are true-?

a) Only 1
b) Only 2
c) Both 1 & 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

:: Science and Technology ::

Q. 4

1. The Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), being developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd., is likely to enter production from 2019-20.
2. LCH is a 7.5-tonne, twin-engine armed helicopter designed specifically to meet the requirements of the Army and the Air Force.