Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC CSE : 11th January 2023

1. It is an indigenously developed nuclear-capable missile.
2. It is a short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile.
3. It was developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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1. The ozone layer is the common term for the high concentration of ozone that is found in the stratosphere.
2. It covers the entire planet and protects life on earth by absorbing harmful ultraviolet-B (UV-B) radiation from the sun.
3. Ozone hole is most prominent over Antarctica.
4. Stockholm Convention and Montreal Protocol are related to ozone layer protection.

Which of the above statement is/are correct?

1. It is the highest decision-making body for deciding on new policies and capital acquisitions for the three services and the Indian Coast Guard.
2. Chief of Defence staff is the chairman of DAC.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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1. Methyl Isocyanate is the pesticide that is the cause for Bhopal gas tragedy.
2. It has also been used in the production of rubbers and adhesives.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

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1. It is organized under the leadership of the Spices Board, Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
2. The venue for 14th edition of the World Spice Congress (WSC) is Mumbai
3. India is known as the ‘Spice Bowl’ of the world.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?