Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 18 February 2021

Q.1) Consider the following statements regarding jurisdiction in Palestinian Territoriesby International Criminal Court.

1. The Court would have jurisdiction to investigate potential war crimes commited in Palestinian territories.
2. There would be no immediate investigations even for those cases that had been brought to the attention of the international community.
3. Israel is a member of the ICC.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Q.2) Recently seen in news Comprehensive Economic cooperation And Partnership Agreement, it is signed between

(a) India-Mauritius

(b) India-Bangladesh

(d) India-Myanmar

Q.3) With reference to the E-Chhawani portal, consider the following statements:

1. The portal has been created to provide online civic services Cantonment Boards across the country.
2. Through the portal, the residents of cantonment areas will be able to avail basic services like renewal of leases, application for birth & death certificates.
3. It is launched by Ministry of Defence.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(d) 2 only

Q.4) Hydrogen is primarily used in which of the following industry:

(a) Automobile industry

(b) Textile industry

(d) Steel industry

Q.5) With reference to the Amendments to the Juvenile Justice Act 2015, consider the following statements:

1.The amendments include authorizing District Magistrate including Additional District Magistrate to issue adoption orders under Section 61 of the Juvenile JusticeAct.
2.The District Magistrates have been further empowered under the Act.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) Neither 1 nor 2

(b) Both 1 and 2

(d) 2 only

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Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 18 February 2021