Daily Current Affairs Quiz March 14, 2025
Daily Current Affairs Quiz
1. With reference to regional economic organizations, arrange the following in chronological order of their establishment:
MERCOSUR (Southern Common Market)
ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)
NAFTA/USMCA (North American Free Trade Agreement/United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement)
European Economic Community (Predecessor to EU)
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 4, 2, 1, 3
b) 4, 2, 3, 1
c) 2, 4, 1, 3
d) 2, 4, 3, 1
2. Consider the following pairs of international organizations and their headquarters:
International Solar Alliance – Gurugram, India
Organization of Islamic Cooperation – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Asian Development Bank – Tokyo, Japan
International Renewable Energy Agency – Geneva, Switzerland
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1, 2 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
3. With reference to the United Nations and its specialized agencies, which of the following statements is/are correct?
The World Health Organization (WHO) is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
The Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) is headquartered in Rome, Italy.
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is headquartered in New York, USA.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
4. Which of the following international organizations was established first?
a) League of Nations
b) North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)
c) European Union (EU)
d) Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN)
5. Consider the following statements about the ‘Viksit Bharat by 2047’ initiative:
It includes the Purvodaya Plan focusing on eastern states.
It involves partnering with the private sector for nuclear energy development.
It aims to transform India into a developed nation by 2047.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
6. With reference to the Rooftop Solarisation Scheme launched by the Government of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
It is also known as PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
It aims to provide 300 units of free electricity per month to 1 crore households.
The scheme is expected to save approximately Rs.15,000-Rs.18,000 per household annually.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
7. With reference to the PM-JANMAN (Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan) scheme, consider the following statements:
It focuses on the development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
It covers 75 tribal districts across 18 states and union territories.
It has a budget allocation of Rs. 15,000 crore.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
8. With reference to the Comprehensive Internship Opportunities Scheme, which of the following statements is/are correct?
It aims to provide internships to 1 crore youth over a period of five years.
The scheme offers 12-month internships in top 500 companies.
Interns receive a monthly allowance of Rs.10,000 and a one-time assistance of Rs.12,000.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
9. The ‘Purvodaya Plan’, recently in the news, is associated with the development of which of the following regions?
a) North-Eastern States of India
b) Eastern States including Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh
c) Himalayan States of India
d) Western coastal states of India
10. ‘Djibouti’, sometimes seen in news, is the headquarters of which of the following international organizations?
a) African Union (AU)
b) Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD)
c) Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
d) Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA)
Answers and Explanations
1.
The correct chronological order of establishment of these regional economic organizations is: European Economic Community (EEC) in 1957, which was a predecessor to the European Union; ASEAN in 1967; NAFTA in 1994 (later replaced by USMCA in 2020); and MERCOSUR in 1991. Therefore, the sequence is 4, 2, 3, 1, corresponding to option b.
2.
The International Solar Alliance is indeed headquartered in Gurugram, India, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation maintains its headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. However, the Asian Development Bank is headquartered in Manila, Philippines (not Tokyo), and the International Renewable Energy Agency is based in Abu Dhabi, UAE (not Geneva).
3.
According to authoritative information, the World Health Organization (WHO) is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) is headquartered in Rome, Italy. However, the International Labour Organization (ILO) is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, not New York. The UN headquarters is in New York, but many specialized agencies are located elsewhere.
4.
The League of Nations was created on January 10, 1920, following World War I, making it the oldest among the listed organizations. It was the first general international organization focused on maintaining peace and addressing various global issues, though it was later replaced by the United Nations in 1945.
5.
The ‘Viksit Bharat by 2047’ initiative comprehensively aims to transform India into a developed nation by 2047. It includes the Purvodaya Plan focusing specifically on developing the eastern states (Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh) and involves strategic partnerships with the private sector for nuclear energy development, including Bharat Small Reactors and Bharat Small Modular Reactors.
6.
The Rooftop Solarisation Scheme is officially known as PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. This ambitious program aims to provide 300 units of free electricity per month to one crore households through rooftop solar installations. According to government projections, participating households can expect to save between Rs.15,000 and Rs.18,000 annually on electricity costs. The scheme also facilitates EV charging and creates entrepreneurial opportunities in the solar sector.
7.
The PM-JANMAN (Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan) scheme was launched to improve the socio-economic conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). The scheme covers 75 tribal districts across 18 states and union territories where these PVTGs reside. The government has allocated Rs. 15,000 crore for this ambitious scheme to provide comprehensive development to these vulnerable communities through a saturation approach focusing on basic facilities such as housing, clean drinking water, education, healthcare, and road connectivity.
8.
The Comprehensive Internship Opportunities Scheme is designed to provide internships to 1 crore youth over a five-year period and includes 12-month internships in top 500 companies. However, the financial support offered includes a monthly allowance of Rs.5,000 (not Rs.10,000) and a one-time assistance of Rs.6,000 (not Rs.12,000). Companies are expected to bear training costs and 10% of the internship cost under CSR contributions.
9.
The ‘Purvodaya Plan’ is a component of the Viksit Bharat by 2047 initiative that specifically focuses on the development of Eastern States including Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh. The plan aims to transform these regions into growth engines by investing in infrastructure, human resource development, and creating economic opportunities.
10.
Djibouti serves as the headquarters for the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), which is a regional organization focused on development and drought control in East Africa. This organization plays a significant role in promoting peace, prosperity, and regional integration among its member states. The correct matches for other organizations are: African Union (AU) – Addis-Ababa, Ethiopia; ECOWAS – Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria; and COMESA – Lusaka, Zambia.