UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 12, 2025
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1. Consider the following statements:
- The “Big Four” venomous snakes in India have established commercial antivenoms.
- The absence of species-specific antivenoms for pit vipers poses a major healthcare challenge.
- The government aims to reduce snakebite mortality by 50% by 2030.
- Pope’s Pit Viper venom is currently used for pharmaceutical drug development.
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] 1, 2, and 3 only
[C] 2, 3, and 4 only
[D] 1, 3, and 4 only
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Correct Answer: B [1, 2, and 3 only]
Notes:
The “Big Four” snakes (Russell’s Viper, Saw-Scaled Viper, Spectacled Cobra, and Common Krait) have commercial antivenoms available. Pit vipers lack species-specific antivenoms, making their bites difficult to treat. The Indian government aims to reduce snakebite mortality by 50% by 2030. While studies provide a foundation for future pharmaceutical applications, Pope’s Pit Viper venom is not yet used in drug development.
2. Consider the following statements regarding the Baku to Belem Roadmap:
- It aims to mobilize $1.3 trillion in climate finance to support Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
- The roadmap is set to be finalized at COP30, which will be hosted in India.
- It addresses the financial gap in adaptation and mitigation strategies for developing nations.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] 1 and 3 only
[C] 2 and 3 only
[D] 1, 2, and 3
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Correct Answer: B [1 and 3 only]
Notes:
The Baku to Belem Roadmap seeks to secure $1.3 trillion in climate finance to help developing nations meet their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). COP30 will not be hosted in India but rather in Brazil. Furthermore, the roadmap does indeed aim to bridge the financial gap needed for adaptation and mitigation strategies in developing nations.
3. Consider the following pairs:
| Manisha Bhanwala | First Indian woman to win gold in the Asian Wrestling Championship since 2021 |
| Antim Panghal | First Indian woman to win a medal in the Asian Wrestling Championship in the 53 kg category |
| Amman | Capital city of Jordan and host of the Asian Wrestling Championship-2025 |
How many of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
[A] Only one pair
[B] Only two pairs
[C] All three pairs
[D] None of the pairs
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Correct Answer: C [All three pairs]
Notes:- Manisha Bhanwala: She indeed won the first gold medal for India in the Asian Wrestling Championship since the 2021 edition, making this pair correct.
- Antim Panghal: She is the first Indian woman to win a medal in the 53 kg category at the Asian Wrestling Championship, making this pair correct.
- Amman: It is the capital city of Jordan and was the host for the Asian Wrestling Championship-2025, making this pair correct.
Thus, all three pairs are correct.
4. With reference to military aviation, consider the following statements:
- The H-6 bomber is based on a design from the United States.
- The H-6 bomber can be equipped with nuclear-tipped ballistic missiles.
- The H-6 is primarily used for reconnaissance missions.
- The H-6 has been involved in military exercises in the South China Sea.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All four
[D] None
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Correct Answer: B [Only two]
Notes:- The H-6 bomber is based on a design from the United States: This is incorrect. The H-6 is based on a Soviet-era design, specifically the Tupolev Tu-16.
- The H-6 bomber can be equipped with nuclear-tipped ballistic missiles: This is correct. Some variants of the H-6 are capable of carrying nuclear-tipped missiles.
- The H-6 is primarily used for reconnaissance missions: This is incorrect. The H-6 is primarily used for strategic bombing and anti-ship operations.
- The H-6 has been involved in military exercises in the South China Sea: This is correct. The H-6 has participated in military drills in the region, asserting China’s military presence.
Thus, two statements are correct. The correct answer is (b) Only two.
5. Consider the following statements:
- Statement-I: The Kosi River is one of the major rivers in Nepal and flows into India, contributing significantly to the Ganges River system.
- Statement-II: The Kosi River is known for its unpredictable flooding patterns, which often result from its high sediment load.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
[A] Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
[B] Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
[C] Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
[D] Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Correct Answer: B [Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I]
Notes:Statement-I:- This statement is correct.
- The Kosi River originates in Tibet, flows through Nepal, and enters India, significantly contributing to the Ganges River system.
Statement-II:
- This statement is correct.
- The Kosi River is notorious for its flooding due to its high sediment load, which alters its course and affects nearby regions.
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