UPSC 2020: Weekly GK and Current Affairs Quiz May 23 – May 29 with Multiple Choice Questions and answers for IAS Exam Preparation other competitive exams like SSC, PCS, Banking exams, etc.
UPSC Exam Preparation: This week’s GK and current affairs quiz from May 23 – May 29 for UPSC Prelims Exam preparation. Test your general knowledge on current affairs now with our weekly GK and current affairs quiz for UPSC Civil Services Exam and other competitive exams like SSC, PCS, Banking exams, etc.
Mock test practice is the sure-shot way to increase your speed in answering questions. The UPSC prelims exam is more about speed, accuracy and analytical thinking rather than about remembering a lot of facts. So, take our quizzes every week and improve your knowledge, speed, and also assess your own preparation levels. The quiz covers a lot of subjects like polity, history, geography, economics, current affairs, science & technology, government schemes, etc.
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Question 1 of 30
1. Question
1 pointsCategory: Science and TechnologyWhich of the following is/are correct about the SARS-CoV-2 virus?
- It mostly affects the epithelial cells of the throat and lungs.
- The virus is present in the saliva, sputum and faeces of the infected person for the whole infectious period.
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Question 2 of 30
2. Question
1 pointsCategory: Science and TechnologyWhich of the following is/are correct?
- Sonic boom is a continuous sound which is emitted by the aircraft all the while it is travelling at a supersonic speed.
- A sonic boom is said to occur when an object travels through the air faster than the speed of sound and creates shock waves.
Correct
Both are correct.
Incorrect
Both are correct.
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Question 3 of 30
3. Question
1 pointsCategory: Science and TechnologyWhich of the following is/are correct regarding silver nanoparticles?
- They can prevent the synthesis of viral negative-strand RNA and viral budding.
- They are found to be effective antiviral which acts against many deadly viruses such as HIV, Herpes simplex virus, Hepatitis B and influenza virus.
Correct
Both are correct
Incorrect
Both are correct
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Question 4 of 30
4. Question
1 pointsCategory: Science and Technology‘Cerberus’ recently seen in news is a:
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Trojan
Incorrect
Trojan
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Question 5 of 30
5. Question
1 pointsCategory: Science and TechnologyWhich of the following is/are correct about piezoelectricity?
- It is induced in certain materials upon application of pressure.
- It cannot be generated in two-dimensional materials.
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Only statement 1 is correct. Piezoelectricity is the generation of electricity in certain materials upon application of pressure.
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Only statement 1 is correct. Piezoelectricity is the generation of electricity in certain materials upon application of pressure.
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Question 6 of 30
6. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich of the following is/are correct about the Drug and Price Control Order (DPCO)?
- It is issued by the Government of India under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 to regulate the prices of drugs.
- The Order provides the list of price-controlled drugs, procedures for fixation of prices of drugs, method of implementation of prices fixed by the government as well as the penalties for contravention of provisions, etc.
Correct
Both are correct.
Incorrect
Both are correct.
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Question 7 of 30
7. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current Affairs“Operation Juniper” refers to
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Operation launched by Indian Army to stop Chinese from constructing a road in Doklam that would have given them access to Indian Territory.
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Operation launched by Indian Army to stop Chinese from constructing a road in Doklam that would have given them access to Indian Territory.
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Question 8 of 30
8. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich of the following is/are correct about the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF)?
- It is a statutory fund available for notified disasters only.
- It is completely comprised of contribution from the central government.
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Only statement 1 is correct. The Central Government contributes 75% of SDRF allocation for general category States/UTs and 90% for special category States/UTs (NE States, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir).
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Only statement 1 is correct. The Central Government contributes 75% of SDRF allocation for general category States/UTs and 90% for special category States/UTs (NE States, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir).
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Question 9 of 30
9. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich of the following is/are correct?
- Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) issues statutory licences to cultivate opium.
- India is the only country which legally produces opium gum.
- India is a signatory to the UN Convention on Narcotic Drugs 1961.
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All the statements are correct.
- Licitopium poppy cultivation is permitted by the Government of India.
- The cultivation is carried out in India in selected tracts notified by the Central Government annually in the States of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.
- Licences are issued by the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) to eligible cultivators.
- India is one of the few countries that legally grow opium poppy and the only country which legally produces opium gum.
- As a signatory to the United Nations Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961 and as a licit producer of opium, India is required to adhere to the regulations under the said convention.
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All the statements are correct.
- Licitopium poppy cultivation is permitted by the Government of India.
- The cultivation is carried out in India in selected tracts notified by the Central Government annually in the States of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.
- Licences are issued by the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) to eligible cultivators.
- India is one of the few countries that legally grow opium poppy and the only country which legally produces opium gum.
- As a signatory to the United Nations Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961 and as a licit producer of opium, India is required to adhere to the regulations under the said convention.
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Question 10 of 30
10. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich of the following is/are correct about the ‘Stranded in India’ portal?
- It is launched by the Ministry of Tourism.
- It will help migrant workers who are stranded at various places across the country.
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Only statement 1 is correct. The portal is intended to help foreign tourists who are stranded in India.
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Only statement 1 is correct. The portal is intended to help foreign tourists who are stranded in India.
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Question 11 of 30
11. Question
1 pointsCategory: PolityWhich of the following is/are provisions under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955?
- The central government can notify stock-holding limits on it for a specified period.
- The government can also fix the maximum retail price (MRP) of any packaged product that it declares an “essential commodity”.
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Both are provisions under the Act.
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Both are provisions under the Act.
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Question 12 of 30
12. Question
1 pointsCategory: SchemesWho among the following is/are the target beneficiaries of the “i-GOT” platform?
- Doctors
- Midwives
- Paramedics
- Government officials on duty
Answer according to the codes given below:
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Question 13 of 30
13. Question
1 pointsCategory: AgricultureWhich of the following is/are correct about the Madhuvan Gajar?
- It is a biofortified carrot variety with high β-carotene and iron content.
- It is a highly nutritious carrot variety developed by a farmer from Punjab.
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Only 1 is correct. This variety of carrot was developed by a farmer from Junagarh, Gujarat. Learn more about Madhuvan Gajar at PIB dated 8 Apr, 2020.
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Only 1 is correct. This variety of carrot was developed by a farmer from Junagarh, Gujarat. Learn more about Madhuvan Gajar at PIB dated 8 Apr, 2020.
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Question 14 of 30
14. Question
1 pointsCategory: SchemesWhich of the following is the aim of the “Padhe Bharat Online” Campaign?
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To crowdsource ideas to improve the online education system
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To crowdsource ideas to improve the online education system
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Question 15 of 30
15. Question
1 pointsCategory: International RelationsWhich of the following country is not part of the RCEP negotiations?
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USA
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USA
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Question 16 of 30
16. Question
1 pointsCategory: PolityWhich of the following is/are correct about “Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Minor Forest Produce (MFP)” scheme?
- It is available for all the minor forest produce.
- It is implemented in states across the country.
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Only 2 is correct
Incorrect
Only 2 is correct
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Question 17 of 30
17. Question
1 pointsCategory: Schemes“Shishu”, “Kishor”, “Tarun” categories are associated with which of the following schemes?
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Question 18 of 30
18. Question
1 pointsCategory: G KWhich of the following is/are correctly matched?
- Global Financial Stability Report – World Bank
- The World Economic Outlook – International Monetary Fund
- Global Competitiveness Report – World Economic Forum
Options:
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2 and 3 only are correctly matched. The World Economic Outlook and Global Financial Stability Report are both published by the International Monetary Fund. Global Competitiveness Report is published by World Economic Forum.
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2 and 3 only are correctly matched. The World Economic Outlook and Global Financial Stability Report are both published by the International Monetary Fund. Global Competitiveness Report is published by World Economic Forum.
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Question 19 of 30
19. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich of the following is/are correct about YUKTI (Young India Combating COVID with Knowledge, Technology and Innovation)?
- It is a unique portal and dashboard to monitor and record the efforts and initiatives of the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD).
- The portal will also establish a two-way communication channel between the Ministry of HRD and the institutions.
Correct
Both are correct
Incorrect
Both are correct
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Question 20 of 30
20. Question
1 pointsCategory: GeographyWhich of the following is/are correct about the magnetosphere of the earth?
- It contains the plasma material.
- It protects the earth from solar storms.
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Both are correct. A magnetosphere is a region of space surrounding an astronomical object in which charged particles are affected by that object’s magnetic field. Planets having active magnetospheres, like the Earth, are capable of mitigating or blocking the effects of solar radiation or cosmic radiation, that also protects all living organisms from potentially detrimental and dangerous consequences.
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Both are correct. A magnetosphere is a region of space surrounding an astronomical object in which charged particles are affected by that object’s magnetic field. Planets having active magnetospheres, like the Earth, are capable of mitigating or blocking the effects of solar radiation or cosmic radiation, that also protects all living organisms from potentially detrimental and dangerous consequences.
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Question 21 of 30
21. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current Affairs“Chitra GeneLamp N” was seen in the news recently. What is it?
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Diagnostic kit for COVID-19 virus
Incorrect
Diagnostic kit for COVID-19 virus
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Question 22 of 30
22. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryThis ruler of ancient India took the title of Makakshatrapa after becoming king. It was during his reign that Yavaneshwara, the Greek writer lived in India and translated the Yavanajataka from Greek to Sanskrit. Which ruler are we referring to?
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Rudradaman I (Saka King)
Incorrect
Rudradaman I (Saka King)
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Question 23 of 30
23. Question
1 pointsCategory: Art and CultureWhich of the following is/are correct about Chalukyan art and architecture?
- The temples under the Chalukyas are a good example of the Vesara style of architecture.
- The Virupaksha temple in Pattadakkal was built by the Chalukyas.
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Question 24 of 30
24. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryWhich of the following is/are considered reasons for the failure of the Revolt of 1857?
- The sepoys lacked one clear leader.
- The whole country did not take part in the revolt.
- Indian rulers who aided the revolt did not envision any plan for the country after the British were defeated.
Correct
1, 2 and 3 are correct
Incorrect
1, 2 and 3 are correct
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Question 25 of 30
25. Question
1 pointsCategory: GeographyConsider the following statements with respect to “Horn of Africa”:
- Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia form the Horn of Africa.
- It lies along the southern side of the Red Sea.
- Horn of Africa extends into the Gulf of Aden, Somali Sea.
Which of the given statement/s is/are correct?
Correct
All the statements are correct.
Incorrect
All the statements are correct.
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Question 26 of 30
26. Question
1 pointsCategory: GeographyWhich of the following is/are correct about cyclones?
- More cyclones are formed in the Bay of Bengal than in the Arabian Sea.
- Tropical cyclones are characterised by a low-pressure centre.
- The most dangerous and destructive part of a tropical cyclone is the eyewall.
Correct
All three statements are correct.
- More cyclones are formed in the Bay of Bengal than the Arabian Sea.
- A tropical cyclone is a rapidly rotating storm system characterized by a low-pressure centre, a closed low-level atmospheric circulation, strong winds, and a spiral arrangement of thunderstorms that produce heavy rain or squalls.
- The most dangerous and destructive part of a tropical cyclone is the eyewall. Here winds are strongest, rainfall is heaviest, and deep convective clouds rise from close to Earth’s surface to a height of 15,000 metres (49,000 feet).
Incorrect
All three statements are correct.
- More cyclones are formed in the Bay of Bengal than the Arabian Sea.
- A tropical cyclone is a rapidly rotating storm system characterized by a low-pressure centre, a closed low-level atmospheric circulation, strong winds, and a spiral arrangement of thunderstorms that produce heavy rain or squalls.
- The most dangerous and destructive part of a tropical cyclone is the eyewall. Here winds are strongest, rainfall is heaviest, and deep convective clouds rise from close to Earth’s surface to a height of 15,000 metres (49,000 feet).
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Question 27 of 30
27. Question
1 pointsCategory: GeographyWhich of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?
- Hatiya Island : Bangladesh
- Sagar Island: India
- Bhashan Char Island : Myanmar
Correct
1 and 2 only are correctly matched.
- Hatiya Island : Bangladesh
- Sagar Island: India
- Bhashan Char Island : Bangladesh
Incorrect
1 and 2 only are correctly matched.
- Hatiya Island : Bangladesh
- Sagar Island: India
- Bhashan Char Island : Bangladesh
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Question 28 of 30
28. Question
1 pointsCategory: Environment and EcologyConsider the following statements with respect to Olive Ridley Turtle:
- They are classified as vulnerable in the IUCN Red List.
- They are classified under Schedule 1 in the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
- Hope Island of Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary in Andhra Pradesh is one of the major breeding grounds for these turtles.
Which of the given statement/s is/are incorrect?
Correct
All are correct statements.
The major breeding grounds for these Olive Ridley turtles are Rushikulya (Odisha), Dhamra or Dhamara (Odisha), Devi estuary (Odisha), Astaranga Coast (Odisha), Gahirmatha beach (Odisha) and Hope Island of Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary (Andhra Pradesh).
Conservation Status:
- It is listed as vulnerable under the IUCN Red List.
- In India, it is protected under Schedule I of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Trading in its products is banned under CITES.
Incorrect
All are correct statements.
The major breeding grounds for these Olive Ridley turtles are Rushikulya (Odisha), Dhamra or Dhamara (Odisha), Devi estuary (Odisha), Astaranga Coast (Odisha), Gahirmatha beach (Odisha) and Hope Island of Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary (Andhra Pradesh).
Conservation Status:
- It is listed as vulnerable under the IUCN Red List.
- In India, it is protected under Schedule I of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Trading in its products is banned under CITES.
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Question 29 of 30
29. Question
1 pointsCategory: PolityWhich of the following is/are correct?
- Article 23 of the Indian Constitution provides for the right against forced labour.
- Article 42 of the Indian Constitution that deals with ensuring just human conditions of work is legally enforceable by law.
Correct
Statement 1 is only correct.
- Article 23 of the Indian Constitution provides for the right against forced labour.
- Article 42 of the Indian Constitution deals with ensuring just human conditions of work and maternity leaves.
- It is one of the Directive Principles of State Policy and is not legally enforceable by law.
Incorrect
Statement 1 is only correct.
- Article 23 of the Indian Constitution provides for the right against forced labour.
- Article 42 of the Indian Constitution deals with ensuring just human conditions of work and maternity leaves.
- It is one of the Directive Principles of State Policy and is not legally enforceable by law.
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Question 30 of 30
30. Question
1 pointsCategory: PolityConsider the following statements with respect to Rajya Sabha:
- It is a permanent body.
- Rajya Sabha came into being in 1952.
- Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was the first Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
- A no-confidence motion against the Union Government can be initiated only in the Rajya Sabha.
Which of the given statement/s is/are incorrect?
Correct
Statement 4 is incorrect.
- Rajya Sabha was constituted for the first time on April 3rd, 1952.
- It is a permanent body.
- Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was the first Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
- A no-confidence motion against the Union Government can be initiated only in the Lok Sabha.
Incorrect
Statement 4 is incorrect.
- Rajya Sabha was constituted for the first time on April 3rd, 1952.
- It is a permanent body.
- Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was the first Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
- A no-confidence motion against the Union Government can be initiated only in the Lok Sabha.
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