Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 18 January 2023

Q.1) With reference to regarding solitary wave (SW), consider the following statements:

1. Indian scientists reported first evidence of presence of SW in Martian magnetosphere with help of data recorded by MAVEN spacecraft of NASA.
2. SW are Distinct electric field fluctuations that follow constant amplitude-phase relations.
3. Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution (MAVEN)explore the Mars atmosphere, ionosphere and how they interact with Sun and solar wind.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 2 only

Q.2) Exercise Varunais a bilateral naval exercise between India and

(a) Japan
(b) Australia
(c) UK
(d) France

Q.3) Consider the following statements:

1. Permafrost is any ground that remains completely frozen—32°F (0°C) or colder—for at least two years straight.
2. Permafrost is made of a combination of soil, rocks and sand that are held together by ice.
3. Permafrost can be found on land and below the ocean floor
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.4) Yakutsk city is located

(a) Russia
(b) Norway
(c) Ukraine
(d) Sweden

Q.5) Consider the following statements regarding capital formation:

1.It refers to process by which resources are invested in Assets like plants, machinery
etc. and Human capital through education,health, skill development etc.
2.In 2021, India’s capital investment/GD Pratio of 31.2 percent in 2021 is higher than other BRICS nations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1 only
(d) 2 only