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Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 12-04-2025 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to Artemis Accords

  1. It is a non-binding framework of principles to guide peaceful and cooperative civil space exploration.
  2. India is a founding member to this accord.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : a

Artemis Accords

  • It is a non-binding framework of principles to guide peaceful and cooperative civil space exploration, supporting NASA's Artemis Program. (Statement 1 is correct)
  • Established in - 2020 by the United States, led by NASA and the U.S. Department of State and 7 other initial signatory nations.
  • 7 Founding members - Australia, Canada, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.
  • India – Signed the Accords in 2023. (statement 2 is not correct)

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2) Consider the following statements with respect to Panchayat Advancement Index

  1. It is an index used to assess the overall holistic development, performance & progress of Panchayats.
  2. Gram panchayats are grouped into one of the 5 categories of performance.
  3. Gujarat led the index followed by Telangana.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : d

Panchayat Advancement Index

  • It is a multi-domain and multi-sectoral index that is intended to be used to assess the overall holistic development, performance & progress of Panchayats.
  • Categories of performance – Based on these, gram panchayats are grouped into one of the 5 categories of performance
    1. Achiever (90+)
    2. Front runner (75 to below 90)
    3. Performer(60 to below 75)
    4. Aspirant (40 to below 60)
    5. Beginners (below 40)
  • Gujarat led the index with 346 Gram Panchayat as Front Runners, followed by Telangana with 270 Front Runners.

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3) Consider the following statements with respect to Chittorgarh Fort

  1. It stands as the largest fort complex in India. 
  2. It is situated on the Banks of river Gambhiri and Berach, Rajasthan.
  3. It is recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

Chittorgarh Fort

  • It stands as the largest fort complex in India.
  • Location – On the Banks of river Gambhiri and Berach, Rajasthan.
  • Construction – Initially constructed by Chitrangad of the Mori (Mourya) dynasty during the 7th century AD.
  • Recognition – It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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4) Consider the statements with respect to Elephant

  1. Elephant is the largest terrestrial mammal of India.
  2. It is protected under Schedule IV of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
  3. MIKE is a nationwide awareness campaign celebrating elephants and promoting coexistence.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : a

Elephant

  • Elephant (Elephas maximus) is the largest terrestrial mammal of India. (Statement 1 is correct)
  • Conservation status
    • Schedule I species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, offering it the highest legal protection. (Statement 2 is incorrect)
    • IUCN Status – Endangered.
  • Gaj Yatra - Nationwide awareness campaign celebrating elephants and promoting coexistence.
    • MIKE Programme (CITES) - Monitors trends in elephant poaching to inform global conservation efforts. (Statement 3 is incorrect)

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5) Which of the following statements describes the Revamped Microdata Portal?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

Revamped Microdata Portal

  • Udyam Portal - It's an online system for registering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
  • Aseem Portal - It is an artificial intelligence-based platform that aims to help skilled people find sustainable livelihood opportunities.
  • Revamped Microdata Portal  - A centralized repository for extensive statistical data collected from national surveys and economic census.
  • PM SVANidhi Scheme - It is a central-sector micro-credit program to provide financial support to street vendors.

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