UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: February 20, 2025

1. With respect to the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), which of the following statements is/are correct?
- It is a statutory body constituted under Section 132 of the Companies Act, 2013.
- It was established as an independent authority to regulate the auditing profession and accounting standards in India.
- It consists of a chairperson who will be appointed by the NITI Aayog and a maximum of 5 members.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
2. Consider the following:
- Measles
- Mumps
- Rabies
Which of the above is/are part of the MMR vaccine?
3. In the light of the historical significance of the Kalyana Chalukya inscriptions, consider the following statements:
- Primarily a Kannadiga dynasty, they were known after their capital city, Kalyani.
- The Bijjeswara temple is a notable example of Kalyana Chalukya architecture.
- Emperor Someswara-III was known for his contributions to literature and arts.
How many of the above statements are correct?
4. Consider the following:
- Kanha Tiger Reserve
- Indravati National Park
- Biligiri Ranganatha Swamy Temple Tiger Reserve
- Srivilliputhur Megamalai Tiger Reserve
Which of the following is the correct order of the above reserves from east to west?
5. With reference to climate phenomena, consider the following statements:
- El Niño is characterized by the warming of ocean waters in the central and eastern Pacific.
- La Niña typically leads to increased rainfall in Southeast Asia and Australia.
- The Indian Ocean Dipole can influence monsoon patterns in India.
How many of the above statements are correct?