Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 9 March 2015

Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams – 9 March 2015

:: National ::

Q. 1

1. The Centenary Commemoration of the First World War (1914-1918), in memory of the 1.5 million Indian soldiers who fought in the war, President Pranab Mukherjee laying a wreath at Amar Jawan Jyoti in India Gate.

2. The centenary commemorations will continue till 2025.

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. Netanyahu says Israel will not cede territory due to the current climate in the Middle East, appearing to rule out the establishment of a Palestinian state.

2. Mr. Netanyahu is seeking to appeal to hard-liners after the elections.

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. Government of India is working in tandem with the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) to expedite the process of de-registering ‘Khadi’ trademark in the European Union by a German company.
2. KVIC has also initiated the process to register ‘Khadi’ trademark in India and internationally.

Which of the following statements is/are true-?

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

:: Science and Technology ::

Q. 4

1. The Rupert Murdoch-led firm has signed a definitive agreement to acquire media firm VCCircle Network for an undisclosed sum.

2. This is the first investment by News Corp in India.

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. 5

1. India make it to the quarterfinals along with New Zealand, Australia and Sri Lanka from the pool.

2. Bangladesh beat England by 15 runs in Adelaide in the world cup .