Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 28-08-2024 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)

1. It is a statutory multi-member body consisting of a chairperson and five members.
2. It is in conformity with the Paris Principles, mandated by the General Assembly of the United Nations.
3. It has no power to punish the violators of human rights nor award any relief including monetary relief to the victim.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

2) Consider the following statements with respect to Anubhav Awards

1. It recognizes the contribution made by retired officials to nation building while working in Government.
2. Anubhav Portal was launched by the Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW).
3. Each awardee will be given a cash award, a medal and a certificate.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

3) Consider the following statements with respect to International Buddhist Confederation (IBC)

1. It is a Buddhist umbrella body with its base in New Delhi that serves as a common platform for Buddhists worldwide.
2. Asian Buddhist Summit is an initiative of it.
3. Buddhaghosa introduced Tantric Buddhism to Tibet.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

4) Consider the following statements with respect to Home Management and Care Givers Sector Skill Council

1. It serves as an apex body supporting the government's initiative to skill 400 million workers in informal sector.
2. It is a not for Profit company registered under the Companies Act, 2013.
3. It works under the aegis of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

How many of the statements given above are incorrect?

5) Consider the following statements with respect to Horseshoe Crabs

1. They are one of oldest living creatures on the earth and a valuable species medicinally.
2. In India, it can be found all along the coast of India.
3. They are Schedule 1 species under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

How many of the statements given above are correct?