Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams – 04 December 2016

:: National ::

Q. 1

1. Indian environmental activist based in the U.A.E won this year’s prestigious International Children’s Peace Prize.
2. The International Children’s Peace Prize is awarded annually to a child, anywhere in the world, for his or her dedication to children’s rights.

Which of the following statements is/are true-?

a) Only 1
b) Only 2
c) Both 1 & 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

:: International ::

Q. 2

1. U.S President-elect Donald Trump is the first American President or President-elect to talk to a Taiwanese President since 1975.
2. Mr. Trump’s engagement with the Taiwanese leader drew strong reactions from Beijing.

Which of the following statements is/are true-?

a) Only 1
b) Only 2
c) Both 1 & 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

:: Business and Economy ::

Q. 3

1. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council failed to reach a consensus on critical issues.
2.The effect of demonetisation on the economy and on the states is under the purview of the GST Council.

Which of the following statements is/are true-?

a) Only 1
b) Only 2
c) Both 1 & 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2