Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams – 05 June 2015

:: National ::

Q. 1

1. The Maggi controversy has opened a Pandora’s box on the legal liability of celebrities who endorse food products even as it exposes ambiguities in the Food Safety and Standards Act (FSSA), 2006.
2. There is no specific word in the Act about the extent, or lack, of liability or duty of care of the brand ambassador, who signs on to promote the brand as its ‘face’ and takes on the role of a marketing representative.

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 appeared lukewarm about restarting the process of clarification of the Line of Actual Control (LAC), despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocating that it be revived.
2. Chinese side appeared to be in favour of an elaboration of the “code of conduct” along the border areas to enhance “peace and tranquillity” along the unsettled frontiers.

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. Online marketplace Snapdeal and supply chain company Gojavas have joined hands to provide a new experience to online shoppers.
2. The new partnership, an industry first service for customers — 30 minutes reverse pick-ups —will help customers replace or return items within 30 minutes of intimation.

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. S. Ravi became the first Indian after S. Venkataraghvan to be inducted in the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Elite Panel of Umpires following an annual review and selection process.

2. New Zealand’s Chris Gaffaney and Ravi were promoted from the International Panel of Umpires to the Elite Panel, replacing Kiwi veteran Billy Bowden and the retiring Steve Davis