Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 22 February 2023

Q.1) Consider the following statements regarding Sickle cell anaemia:

1. It is an inherited blood disorder is highly prevalent among tribes in South Indian States.
2. It affects shape of red blood cells, which carry oxygen to all parts of the body.
3. Stem cell or bone marrow transplants are the only cure for this disease.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.2) Consider the following statements regarding Bullock’s Heart Tree:

1.Bullock heart tree’s extracts have traditionally been used to cure conditions including dysentery and pediculosis.
2.It is a small deciduous or semi-evergreen tree in the plant family Annonaceae and part of the Annonas group.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1 only
(d) 2 only

Q.3) Consider the following statements:

1. A Geographical Indication is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin.
2. Geographical indications are typically used for agricultural products, foodstuffs, wine and spirit drinks, handicrafts and industrial products.
3. GI tag is valid for a period of 10 years following which it can be renewed.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.4) Consider the following statements regarding Kanger Valley National Park:

1. It is located in the state of Chhattisgarh.
2. Kanger Valley got the status of a national park in the year 1982.
3. Tirathgarh Waterfall is located in Kanger Valley National Park.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 2 only

Q.5) Consider the following statements:

1.A private placement is a sale of bonds to select investors and institutions instead of the open market.
2.Typically, a private placement is defined as an issuance of securities to less than 50 persons.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1 only
(d) 2 only