Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 26-04-2025 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Which of the following statements accurately describe the reasons behind the recent spike in gold prices in India?

1. Global economic uncertainty due to U.S. tariffs has increased demand for gold as a safe-haven asset.
2. Strengthening of U.S. dollar have driven businesses to invest in gold.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

2) Consider the following statements regarding Tamil Nadu’s ban on raw egg mayonnaise

1. The ban was imposed due to the risk of Salmonella and E. coli contamination in raw egg mayonnaise.
2. Salmonella is the leading causative of foodborne illness, hospitalizations, and deaths worldwide.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

3) Consider the following statements regarding the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES)

1. The SVES was launched in 1992 during the 4th SAARC Summit.
2. The scheme allows all SAARC citizens to travel visa-free within the region.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

4) Which of the following statements accurately describe Cabinet Committees in India?

1. Cabinet Committees are extra-constitutional and not mentioned in the Indian Constitution.
2. The Prime Minister is the chairman of Cabinet Committee on Security.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

5) Consider the following statements regarding helium in the Sun

1. Helium is the second most abundant element in the Sun after hydrogen.
2. Helium content has no significant impact on a star’s lifetime or energy production.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?