Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 16-05-2023 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to Permafrost

1. Permafrost is any ground that remains completely frozen (0°C) or colder for at least 2 years straight.
2. Permafrost can be found both on land and below the ocean floor.
3. Permafrost is found only in the arctic regions.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

2) Consider the following statements with respect to Report on International Religious Freedom

1. It is an annual report released by The Committee of Religious NGOs, United Nations Organ.
2. The committee promotes religious freedom for the UN member states and observer countries.
3. The report recommended for designating India as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC).

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

3) Consider the following statements with respect to Carbon Capture and Storage

1. Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is the capture and storing of carbon dioxide (CO2) and Carbon-monoxide (CO) before it is released into the atmosphere.
2. The captured carbon can be stored only in geological process.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

4) Consider the following statements with respect to Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG)

1. It is a working group under G-7 forum.
2. International Energy Agency (IEA) and United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) participated in the 3rd ETWG meeting.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

5) Consider the following statements with respect to Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

1. UPSC recruits both Group A and Group B central services of India.
2. The UPSC consists of a chairman and other members appointed by the President of India.
3. The chairman of the Commission hold office for a term of 6 years or until they attain the age of 62 years.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?