25Aug2025DailyCAQuiz

1. It has been trained primarily on Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) data collected over nearly a decade.
2. Surya can forecast coronal mass ejections (CMEs) up to four days in advance.
3. The model was able to successfully replicate the 2015 St. Patrick’s Day geomagnetic storm.
4. Surya has been developed exclusively by NASA without the involvement of private players.

Which of the above statements are correct?

1. It was Iran’s first major naval exercise after the June 2025 conflict with Israel.
2. The exercise involved surface ships, submarines, air units, and electronic warfare brigades.
3. The drill was conducted only in the Persian Gulf.
4. The frigate IRIS Sabalan and the vessel IRIS Ganaveh participated in the exercise.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. By integrating surface ships, submarines, and electronic warfare units, Iran showcased a shift towards networked, multi-dimensional warfare.
2. Large-scale drills like Sustainable Power 1404 aim only at improving technical combat readiness and have no role in strategic communication.
3. Iran’s exercise has implications for global energy security given the location of the drill.

Which of the above are correct?

1. AIBD was established in 1977 under the guidance of UNESCO.
2. India is a founding member of AIBD, represented by Prasar Bharati.
3. Membership of AIBD is restricted only to Asia-Pacific countries.
4. The headquarters of AIBD is located in Thailand.

Which of the above statements are correct?

1. The Internal Working Group (IWG) recommended discontinuing the 14-day variable rate repo/reverse repo as the main liquidity operation.
2. Weighted Average Call Rate (WACR) continues to be retained as the operating target of monetary policy.
3. Standalone Primary Dealers (SPDs) were recommended to be given access to the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF).

Which of the above are correct?

1. Both groups are chaired by the Cabinet Secretary, Rajiv Gauba.
2. Panel 1 focuses on the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, while Panel 2 focuses on regulatory reforms in the non-financial sector.
3. These HPGs work in isolation from ministerial committees and do not have political oversight.

Which of the above are correct?