18th March 2024 | [Quiz] Current | For Prelims 2024

Que-1 Consider the following statements about Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs): 1. The term “IED” first became widely used during the United States' invasion of Iraq in 2003, where it was commonly used against military forces. 2. IEDs can be made from household materials and can range from simple pipe bombs to sophisticated devices causing significant damage. Which of the above given statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the Self-Help Group (SHG) - Bank Linkage Programme: 1. The programme was initiated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to promote digital banking across rural areas. 2. It aims to provide banking services to weaker and unorganized sectors, thereby facilitating financial inclusion and empowering low-income families. 3. Under the programme, banks are permitted to open savings accounts for SHGs and offer loans for various purposes, including income-generating activities and social necessities. 4. Loans to SHGs under this programme do not qualify for Priority Sector Lending as per RBI norms. How many of the above statements are correct?

Where is the Global Seed Vault located?

Consider the following statements about the Gulf of Oman: 1. The Gulf of Oman is also known as the Gulf of Makran or the Sea of Makran. 2. It serves as the only entrance from the Arabian Sea to the Red Sea. 3. The gulf is bordered by Iran, Pakistan, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates. 4. Its widest point is between Cape al-Ḥadd in Oman and Gwādar Bay on the Pakistan–Iran border, measuring approximately 200 miles. How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements about the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT): Statement-I: DGFT is a regulatory body under the Ministry of Finance, primarily focused on the management of India's fiscal deficit through foreign trade. Statement-II: One of the primary responsibilities of DGFT is to implement the Foreign Trade Policy, which aims at promoting India's exports. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?