Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams – 08 June 2015

:: National ::

Q. 1

1. The IIT-Madras management reinstated unconditionally the recognition to the Ambedkar Periyar Study Circle, the student body that was suspended following an anonymous complaint to the Ministry of HRD.
2. The de-recognition had led to a political furore, with opposition parties, including the Congress, slamming the Centre for stifling dissent and “silencing” voices that were critical of the NDA government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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. The leaders of Germany and the United States hammered home a tough line on Russia at the start of a G7 summit dominated by crises in Ukraine and Greece.
2. The Greek crisis threatened to overshadow the G7 summit, which Ms. Merkel has hoped to focus on other pressing global issues — from climate change and Islamist extremism to women’s rights, public health initiatives and the fight against poverty.

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. 3

1. Russia and Greece could lose the 2018 and 2022 World Cups if irregularities are proven in them being awarded the hosting rights

2. Egypt was a candidate to host the 2010 World Cup, but it received no votes in the 2004 FIFA ballot. South Africa was chosen to host the tournament.