Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 03-07-2024 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to NIRMAN Portal

1. It aims to provide financial support only to the UPSC aspirants who have qualified the preliminary examination.
2. It is an initiative of Ministry of Education.
3. Candidates must be permanent residents of one of the 39 operational districts of Coal India Limited (CIL).

How many of the statements given above are correct?

2) Talle Wildlife Sanctuary, sometimes seen in the news recently, is situated at?

3) Consider the following statements with respect to Abhaya Mudra

1. It is the gesture of the raised open palm that is commonly understood as conveying reassurance and a freedom from fear.
2. It symbolizes Buddha's victory over Mara, a demon representing temptation and distraction.
3. Gandhara art was one of the earliest sources of Buddha's physical depictions.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

4) Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: A scholar warrior is a military professional who combines intellectual acumen with combat prowess.

Statement-II: The Warfare & Aerospace Strategy Program (WASP) is conducted by the Indian Army to nurture "Scholar Warriors."

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

5) Phytophthora Infestans, sometimes seen in the news recently, is associated with?