Welcome to your 03july2025dailycaquiz
1.
Consider the following statements regarding the pillars of the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025:
- The policy aims to nurture elite-level talent and upgrade coaching systems.
- It promotes sports tourism and private sector involvement.
- It emphasizes social inclusion by reviving traditional games and marginalized communities participation.
How many of the above statements are correct?
2.
Consider the following statements regarding the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS):
- The TOP Scheme was launched in 2014 and later revamped in 2018.
- It supports only athletes in Athletics, Gymnastics, and Swimming under the ‘High-Priority’ category.
- The Mission Olympic Cell is responsible for managing athletes under the TOPS programme.
How many of the above statements are correct?
3.
Consider the following statements regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India:
- GST is a production-based tax where revenue accrues to the manufacturing state.
- GST allows for seamless input tax credit, helping eliminate the cascading effect of taxation.
How many of the above statements are correct?
4.
Consider the following statements regarding the status of India's Gig Economy:
- As per NITI Aayog, India had 23.5 million gig workers in 2020–21.
- India’s gig economy is growing slow due to limited internet penetration in rural areas.
How many of the above statements are correct?
5.
Consider the following statements regarding the governance framework of the RDI Scheme under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF):
- The Governing Board of ANRF, chaired by the Prime Minister, provides strategic direction for the RDI Scheme.
- The Executive Council of ANRF handles project selection, guideline formulation, and fund manager appointments.
- The Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS), led by the Cabinet Secretary, monitors implementation and policy corrections.
How many of the above statements are correct?
6.
Consider the following statements regarding India’s Gross Expenditure on R&D (GERD):
- India’s GERD-to-GDP ratio has surpassed 1% for the first time in 2024.
- The Economic Survey 2024–25 identified lack of private investment as a key barrier to innovation in India.
How many of the above statements are correct?
7.
Consider the following statements regarding the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):
- CITES was adopted in 1963 and came into force in 1965.
- The CITES Secretariat is located in Nairobi and administered by the UN Development Programme (UNDP).
- India ratified CITES in 1976 and actively regulates wildlife trade.
How many of the above statements are correct?
8.
Consider the following statements regarding the Conference of the Parties (CoP) to the CITES:
- The 1994 CoP9 was held in Lauderdale, where a proposal was accepted to up-list African elephants to Appendix I.
- The 1997 CoP10 at Harare approved the partial down-listing of southern African elephant populations from Appendix I to II.
How many of the above statements are correct?
9.
Consider the following statements regarding the geography of Ghana:
- Ghana shares its eastern border with Togo and its western border with Côte d’Ivoire.
- Mount Afadjato, located near the Togo border, is the highest peak in Ghana.
How many of the above statements are correct?
10.
Consider the following statements regarding the factors influencing the early and widespread monsoon in India:
- Low-pressure systems over land tend to block monsoon winds from entering inland regions.
- The Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) moves westward near the equator and suppresses rainfall over the Indian Ocean.
- An active MJO over the Indian Ocean can enhance monsoon activity in India.
How many of the above statements are correct?
