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Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 28-08-2025 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements about Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)

  1. It was created under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH act).
  2. It is mandatory at all workplaces which employed more than 10 people.
  3. Any aggrieved woman can complain in writing within 12 months of the date of the harassment incident or series of incidents.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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

Explanation

  • Statements 1 and 2 are correct – It is is a mandatory institutional redressal mechanism to address complaints of sexual harassment at the workplace.
  • Statement 3 is incorrect – Aggrieved women can raise a complaint within 3 months (not 12 months).
  • Additional information – ICC is headed by Presiding Officer, who is to be a woman employed at a senior level at the workplace.
  • At least 2 members should be employees preferably committed to the cause of women or who have had experience in social work or have legal knowledge.
  • ICC has similar powers of a civil court and the enquiry will be completed within 90 days after filing of complaint.

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2) Consider the following

  1. The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) is constituted under Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
  2. One among its functions is to evaluate proposals relating to release of genetically engineered organisms into the environment.
  3. Currently, Bt cotton is the only GM crop which has been approved for commercial cultivation in India.

How many of the above statements is/are correct:

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

Explanation

  • All the given statements are correct
  • Additional information – Clearance of GEAC is mandatory for the environmental release of Genetically Modified (GM) crops.
  • It functions under Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEF&CC).
  • The committee or any persons authorized by it has powers to take punitive action under the Environment Protection Act.

3) Match the following

Operation in News

Description

P. WeedOut

1. Seizure of hydroponic weed throughout India.

Q. Rainbow

2. Busting an international  drug syndicate in Delhi.

R. Fire Trail

3.Busting illicit drug manufacturing

S. Operation Crystal Break

4. Anti-smuggling operation of Chinese fire crackers

Choose the correct answer using the code given below:

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

Explanation

  • Option b is the correct answer – All the operations are conducted by the Department of Revenue Intelligence.
  • DRI works under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.
  • It is tasked with detecting and curbing smuggling of contraband, including drug trafficking and illicit international trade in wildlife and environmentally sensitive items.
  • Other functions also include combating commercial frauds related to international trade and evasion of customs duty etc.

4) With reference to Bloom Syndrome disease recently seen in news, consider the following

  1. It is a rare genetic disorder, characterised by short stature and blood-related complications, and carries a risk of blood cancers.
  2. Currently it has no cure, People with Bloom Syndrome may have immune system issues, making them more vulnerable to infections

Select the answer using the code given below:

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

Explanation

  • Both statements 1 and 2 are correct.
  • Bloom Syndrome is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder, meaning a person must inherit 2 copies of the mutated BLM gene, one from each parent.
  • The BLM gene provides instructions for making a protein called a RecQ helicase, which is crucial for DNA stability.

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5) Consider the following

  1. It is a Himalayan Mountain pass located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, India, at the trijunction of India, China, and Nepal.
  2. The pass is a major pilgrimage route for Hindus traveling to Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar in Tibet.
  3. The pass holds significant strategic military importance along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China.

The above statements describes which of the following:

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

Explanation

  • Option C is correct. Nepal recently objected to India and China announcing the reopening of border trade through the Lipulekh Pass, citing its claims over the region.
  • Zoji La – It is Located at 3,528 m on the Srinagar-Leh highway, gateway between Kashmir and Ladakh, which is crucial for military and trade.
  • Nathu La pass – It is at Sikkim-Tibet border at 4,310 m, significant for India-China trade and part of ancient Silk Route.
  • Mana Pass – It is at Uttarakhand-Tibet border at 5,632 m, highest motorable pass.
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