Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 13 September 2019

Q1. India has joined the Global Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Research and Development (R&D) Hub as a new member. Which of the following statements regarding the same stands true?

1) The Global AMR R&D Hub supports global priority setting and evidence-based decision-making on the allocation of resources for AMR R&D through the identification of gaps, overlaps and potential for cross-sectoral collaboration and leveraging in AMR R&D.
2) India considers it reasonable to explore issues of antimicrobial resistance through the lens of One Health approach which should be supported by long-term commitments from all stakeholders.
3) In a major boost to combat one of the gravest risks to global health a dedicated special vehicle in terms of Global AMR R&D Hub may allow partners to devote expertise in order to accelerate global action against antimicrobial resistance.

a) 1 & 2 only
b) 2 & 3 only
c) 1 & 3 only
d) all of the above

Q2. Consider the following pairs of wildlife sanctuaries in India and the corresponding dominant species in them :

1) HoolockGibbon :Hoollongapar Sanctuary
2) Bear : Chambal sanctuary
3) Sangai :KeibulLamjao
4) Dolphins :Vikramshila Sanctuary
5) Vulture :Darojisanctuary

Which of the above pairs are correctly matched ?

a) 1,2 & 3 only
b) 1,3 & 4 only
c) 2,4 &5 only
d) all of the above

Q3. The Prime Minister of India,launched at Ranchi today, the National Pension Scheme for Traders and Self Employed Persons. Which of the following statements regarding the same stands true ?

1) It is a voluntary and contributory pension scheme for entry age of 18 to 40 years with a provision for minimum assured pension of Rs 3,000/- monthly on attaining the age of 60 years.
2) The eligible Vyaparis can visit their nearest CSCs and get enrolled under the scheme.The enrolment under the scheme is free of cost for the beneficiaries and based upon self-certification while they must mandatorily possess GSTIN.
3) According to the Ministry’s 100-day plan, this scheme will target enrolling 25 lakh subscribers in 2019-20 and 2 crore subscribers by 2023-2024.

a) 1 & 2 only
b) 2 & 3 only
c) 1 & 3 only
d) all of the above

Q4. Consider the following statements with respect to SCO Shanghai cooperation Organisation :

1) SCO countries cover 22 per cent of the land mass, 40 per cent population and contribute to 20 per cent of world’s GDP being the largest regional organisation in the world in terms of geographical coverage and population.
2) India has been making positive contribution to SCO and actively participated in EX PEACE MISSION in Russia.
3) Currently an Indian contingent is participating in EX CENTRE 2019 in Russia along with other SCO partners. The military exercises are conducted among members regularly to promote co-operation against terrorism and other external threats.

Which of the above statements are true ?

a) 1 & 2 only
b) 2 & 3 only
c) 1 & 3 only
d) all of the above

Q5. India has slipped two ranks to be at 140 in the latest world press freedom index. The report is released by which of the following global organisations ?

a) Reporters without Borders
b) UNHRC
c) World Trade Organisation
d) Amnesty International

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Answer :

1. (d) 2. (b) 3. (c) 4. (d) 5.(a)