Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 19 October 2022

Q.1) With reference to regarding Global Multi dimensional Poverty Index, consider the following statements: 

1. It was first launched in 2010.
2. It constructs a deprivation profile of each household and person through 10 indicators.
3. The index identifies people as multi-dimensionally poor if their deprivation score is 1/3 or higher.
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.2) India’s first indigenously manufactured aluminium Freight Rake launched by 

(a) National Aluminium Company
(b) Bharat Aluminium Company
(c) Bharat Forge
(d) Hindalco

Q.3) Consider the following statements: 

1. Mock meat is a term used for alternative meat options.
2. It is composed of plant-based proteins processed to have a meat-like feel, texture, and taste.
3. It uses wheat gluten, soya protein or vegetable substitutes like jackfruit.
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.4) Nihonshu is a beverage originated from 

(a) Japan 
(b) France 
(c) South Korea 
(d) Vietnam 

Q.5) Consider the following statements regarding Ranthambore Tiger Reserve:

1. It has been famous for diurnal tigers.
2. It is situated in Rajasthan, near Aravali hills and Vindhya plateau.

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

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