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Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 03-09-2025 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements about Daruma doll

  1. It is a Japanese doll, traditionally made out of papier-mache.
  2. It is a round, hollow, weighted at the bottom without arms or legs.
  3. It symbolises the power of resilience and perseverance.
  4. It is made only in red colour.

Choose the correct statements using the code given below:

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

Explanation

  • Recently, the Indian Prime Minister received a Daruma Doll from the chief priest of the Shorinzan Daruma-Ji Temple during his visit to Japan.
  • Statements 1, 2, 3 are correct –  The Daruma doll is often gifted or placed in homes, offices, and temples.
  • It is considered auspicious and a good luck charm in Japanese culture.
  • Statement 4 is incorrect – It is most commonly available in red. They also appear in various colours and each carries specific meanings.
    • Red – Good fortune and Prosperity
    • White – Love and Harmony
    • Gold – Wealth and Success
    • Green – Health and Fitness.
  • It’s traditional connection is based on the legacy of Bodhidharma, an Indian monk from Kancheepuram, founder of Zen Buddhism, called Daruma Daishi in Japan.

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2) With reference to SpaceX Starship, consider the following statement

  1. It is fully reusable and will re-enter earth atmosphere to land back at the launch site.
  2. It consists of two components of starship spacecraft and super heavy rocket, developed by the American corporation Space x.
  3. It uses Raptor engines that has twice the thrust of the Falcon 9 Merline engine.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

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

Explanation

  • All the given statements are correct.
  • Additional information – SpaceX Starship is the fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbits, the Moon, Mars and beyond.
  • It is 379 feet tall, powered by a formidable 33 Raptor engines, producing 16.5 million pounds of thrust—designed for ultra-heavy payloads and deep-space missions.
  • Raptor Engine is a methane oxygen staged combustion engine that powers the starship system and has twice the thrust of the Falcon 9 Merline engine.

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3) Consider the following statements about Controller General of Accounts (CGA)

  1. CGA is the Principal Advisor on Accounting matters to the Union Government
  2. CGA work under Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance.
  3. Annual Appropriation Accounts (Civil) and Union Finance Accounts are submitted by CGA to Parliament on the advice of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect:

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

Explanation

  • All the given statements are correct. So option d is right answer.
  • Recently, Ms. T.C.A. Kalyani, the 29th officer, has assumed charge as the new Controller General of Accounts.
  • Powers & duties of CGA include – To prepare monthly and annual analysis of expenditure, revenues, borrowings and various fiscal indicators for the Union Government.
    • To establish and manage a technically sound Management Accounting System.
    • Responsible for exchequer control and internal audits.
  • The CGA derives his mandate from Article 150 of the Constitution.

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4) Which of the following statements about Semicon India – 2025 conference are correct?

  1. It is a premier platform uniting global leaders, innovators, academia, policymakers, and the entire electronics ecosystem to shape the future of semiconductors in India.
  2. It is organised by India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and SEMI.

Select the answer using the code given below:

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

Explanation

  • Statement 1 is correct – PM to inaugurate ‘Semicon India - 2025’ conference on 2nd September at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.
  • Conference is to Focus on Semiconductor Fabs, Advanced Packaging, AI, Reasearch & Development, Smart Manufacturing and Investment Opportunities.
  • Statement 2 is correct – It is organised by India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and SEMI.
  • SEMI is a company neutral, country neutral global industry association.
  • It provide resolution to industry challenges through key programs including advocacy, workforce development and sustainability.
  • The objectives of the conference include to catalyse robust and sustainable semiconductor ecosystem in India.
  • Three editions of SEMICON India have been held so far, in 2022 (Bangalore), 2023 (Gandhinagar), 2024 (Greater Noida).

5) Consider the following statements with reference to Niveshak Shivir initiative

  1. It aims to provide a single-window facilitation platform to resolve issues related to unclaimed dividends, shares, and other investor services.
  2. The initiative is organised by Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Select the answer using the code given below:

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

Explanation

  • Statement 1 is correct – Niveshak Shivir initiative aims to provide a single-window facilitation platform to resolve issues related to unclaimed dividends.
  • some of the features of this initiative include on-ground support for investors to directly interact with company representatives and RTAs.
  • Its significance comprises of reducing dependency on intermediaries.
    • Enhances transparency in the investor recovery process.
    • Boosts financial literacy and trust in the financial ecosystem
  • Statement 2 is incorrect – The initiative is organised by Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
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