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Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 07-06-2025 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to the Hubble Space Telescope

  1. It aids to observe and study the universe, particularly in visible, ultraviolet, and infrared wavelengths, from a vantage point above Earth's atmosphere.
  2. It is a Joint mission between NASA and European Space Agency (ESA).

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : d

Hubble Space Telescope

  • Aim – To observe and study the universe, particularly in visible, ultraviolet, and infrared wavelengths, from a vantage point above Earth's atmosphere.
  • Joint mission – Between NASA and European Space Agency (ESA).

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2) Consider the following statements with respect to International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER)

  1. Tokamak is a magnetic fusion device that has been designed to prove the feasibility of fusion as a large-scale and carbon-free source of energy.
  2. It is a collaborative effort involving 35 countries to build the world's largest tokamak.
  3. India designed and manufactured the massive cryostat chamber and other critical components for this international clean energy initiative.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER)

  • About ITER – It is a collaborative effort involving 35 countries to build the world's largest tokamak.
  • Tokamak is a magnetic fusion device that has been designed to prove the feasibility of fusion as a large-scale and carbon-free source of energy based on the same principle (Nuclear Fusion) that powers our Sun and stars.

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3) Consider the following statements with respect to World Restoration Flagship

  1. It is an initiative of United Nations Environment Programme and United Nations Human Settlements Programme.
  2. Namami Gange program has been recognised as one of the programs under the World Restoration Flagship.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

World Restoration Flagship

  • World Restoration Flagship is an initiative of United Nations Environment Programme and United Nations Human Settlements Programme.
  • Namami Gange program has been recognised as one of the programs under the World Restoration Flagship.

4) Consider the following statements:

  1. The Trade Unions Act, 1926 provided legal recognition to trade unions and collective bargaining rights.
  2. The Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923 has ensured compensation for workplace injuries.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

Evolution of Labour Laws in India

  • The Trade Unions Act, 1926 provided legal recognition to trade unions and collective bargaining rights.
  • The Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923 has ensured compensation for workplace injuries.

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5) Baglihar Dam, sometimes seen in the news, is situated at?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : a

Baglihar Dam

  • Baglihar Dam is a run-of-the-river power project built on the Chenab River in the Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir, India.
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