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Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 04 September 2021

Q.1) With reference to the Saathinitiative, consider the following statements:

1. It is initiated by Sikkim Government.
2. It is a Rural Enterprises Acceleration Programme for women associated with Self Help Group.
3. This initiative aims to impart skills and convert such women's' businesses into Higher Order Enterprises.

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 only

Q.2) Which among the following currencies has not been part of the Special Drawing Rights?

(a) US dollar

(b) UK Pound

(c) Japanese yen

(d) Indian Rupee

Q.3) With reference to the Peer-to-Peer lending, consider the following statements:

1. P2P is an online framework that connects lenders and borrowers on an online platform without the presence of intermediaries.
2. It offers borrowers lower interest rates and enables higher returns for investors due to fewer overhead expenses.
3. P2P products in India are regulated by the RBI.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1, 2 and 3 only

(d) 2 only

Q.4) Which among the following country has most raptor species?

(a) Indonesia

(b) Ecuador

(c) Peru

(d) Colombia

Q.5) With reference to the Botanic Gardens Conservation International, consider the following statements:

1. It is an independent US charity.
2.According to their report, India’s 18% tree species are threatened with extinction.
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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Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 04 September 2021