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Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 24-10-2024 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to 'Shadow Fleet' in the context of International Shipping

  1. It exclusively refers to vessels involved in illegal trade of sanctioned goods.
  2. The practice of changing flags of convenience (FoCs) is primarily associated with shadow fleets.
  3. Classification societies like Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) are legally prohibited from certifying such vessels.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a. b. c. d.

2) Consider the following statements:

  1. Right to Information Act, 2005 mandates timely response to citizen requests for government information.
  2. India's first Right to Information (RTI) museum is being established in Beawar, Rajasthan.
  3. RTI Portal Gateway is an initiative by Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

a. b. c. d.

3) Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: A dry port provides a logistics facility away from a seaport or airport for cargo handling, storage and transportation.

Statement-II: Inland container depot (ICD) acts as a bridge between sea/air ports and inland regions, facilitating efficient movement of goods.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

a. b. c. d.

4) Colopsus arkavathi, sometimes seen in the news recently, belong to?

a. b. c. d.

5) Consider the following statements:

  1. Both antelopes and deer are hoofed animals but they belong to different families.
  2. Antelopes have antlers that grow and shed each year, while deer have horns that are permanent.
  3. Antelopes are more diverse and found in Africa and Asia, while deer are found worldwide.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

a. b. c. d.
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Bessin Rigge 1 month

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