Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams – 14 May 2015

:: National ::

Q. 1

1. The Centre decided to continue with the aptitude test (General Studies Paper-II) in the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, fixing its minimum qualifying marks at 33 per cent.
2. The English language comprehension skill will remain excluded.

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. China’s move to build nuclear power plants in Pakistan is not consistent with the rules of the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG).
2. France has raised this issue in its bilateral meetings.

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 Aam Aadmi Party Government said it would not allow foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail sector in the Capital.
2. The government said it did not have blind opposition to FDI, but added that the Capital did not require FDI in the retail sector at this juncture.

Which of the following statements is/are true-?

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

:: Sports ::

Q. 4

1. Delhi Daredevils notched up a comprehensive six-wicket win over table-topper Chennai Super Kings in their IPL-8 match.
2. Chasing the small target of 120, Daredevils, set up the easy victory with 3.2 overs to spare.