Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 18 June 2018

1. ‘Nikkei Asia Prize for Culture and Community’ is an award of

a. Indonesia
b. Malaysia
c. Japan
d. South Korea

2. Which of the following statements is true regarding Global Alliance to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis.

1. Theme is Celebrating progress towards elimination: Voices from the field on overcoming programme challenges.
2. India is hosting the 10th meeting of Global Alliance to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. Neither

3. Which of the following statements is true regarding Dam Safety Bill,2018.

1. The Bill provides for proper surveillance, inspection, operation and maintenance of all specified dams in the country to ensure their safe functioning.
2. The Bill does not provide for constitution of a State Committee on Dam Safety.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. Neither

4. Which of the following statements regarding University Grants Commission is true

1. It is a non statutory body.
2. It does not have the power to disburse funds to recognised universities and colleges.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. Neither

5. Which of the following statements about Sanchi stupa are true.

1. It was Commissioned in 3rd century BCE.
2. Commissioned by Emperor Ashoka of the Maurya Dynasty.
3. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
4. It is located in Madhya Pradesh.

a. Only 1
b. Only 1&2
c. 1,2&3
d. 1,2,3,4