Daily Quiz 11-7-23

Q1. Russia became the largest supplier of oil to India, displacing traditional players. In the four-month period between November 2022 and February 2023, Russia took over the top spot from

A. Saudi Arabia

B. Venezuela

C. USA

D. Iraq

Q2. Consider the following statements in the context of the US-China trade war.

1. China is the world’s largest military spender.

2. China’s navy is the world’s biggest.

3. China announced export curbs from August on gallium and germanium to the US.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Q3. Consider the following statements about global greenhouse gas emissions by defence forces.

1. According to a 2022 estimate by international experts, militaries account for 5.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

2. The defence forces were earlier not bound by international climate agreements to report or cut their carbon emissions.

3. The defence forces were included in the 1997 Kyoto Protocol on reducing greenhouse gases.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Q4. Consider the following statements about the control of Civil Services in Delhi.

1. The Government of NCT-Delhi (Amendment) Ordinance, 2023 forms a new body (NCCSA) for matters relating to Group-A civil services officers.

2. The National Capital Civil Services Authority comprises the L-G, the CM and the Chief Secretary and all the decisions are taken by majority vote.

3. NCCSA votes on transfers, postings, prosecution sanctions, disciplinary proceedings, and vigilance issues.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Q5. ‘International Lunar Research Station’ is a joint initiative of

A. India and France

B. US and India

C. Russia and China

D. China, Russia and North Korea