Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 03-05-2024 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)

1. It is a set of directives to large companies to prevent, end or mitigate their adverse impact on human rights and the environment.
2. It is issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and applies to companies with turnover of more than 450 million euro.
3. Companies will also have to adopt a transition plan to make their business model compatible with the Paris Agreement global warming limit of 1.5°C.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

2) Consider the following statements with respect to Aravalli Range

1. It is the young fold mountain formed by the collision of tectonic plates.
2. It is the only geographical feature that stops dry winds coming from Afghanistan and Pakistan to the Gangetic Plains.
3. Desert National Park (DNP) is situated within this range.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

3) Consider the following statements with respect to Mineral Production in India.

1. During 2021-22, the private sector contributed for 90% in minerals (including metallic and non-metallic) in the total value.
2. In terms of value of mineral production, Jharkhand is the leading state.
3. Natural gas is the highest produced mineral in India.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

4) Which of the following article confers immunity to the President and Governors of the states?

5) Consider the following statements with respect to United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

1. It is a permanent intergovernmental body established by the United Nations General Assembly.
2. World Investment Report is an important publication of UNCTAD.
3. India is a member of UNCTAD.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?