Current Affairs Quiz – 8th March 2022

1. Consider the following statements regarding the fort of Halebidu:

1. The fort of Halebidu, capital of the Hoysalas, is a UNESCO world heritage site.
2. The fort of Halebidu is located on the east banks of river Cauvery.
3. The Hoysaleshwara temple recognized as a Swachh iconic site by the Ministry of Tourism is located inside this fort.

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

2. Consider the following statements:

1. The moon is defenseless against the barrage of meteors and asteroids, due to the absence of atmosphere.
2. Since there is no weather system on the moon, there is no erosion and hence, the impact of craters is permanent.

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

3. Consider the following statements regarding the Ahimsa Silk:

1. The Ahimsa Silk is made from moths that are genetically modified and do not feed on the traditional mulberry leaves.
2. The cocoons boiled after the larvae have left them, and the silk made after that is called the Ahimsa Silk.

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

4. Consider the following statements regarding Stagflation:

1. Stagflation is a decrease in general price levels throughout an economy.
2. It occurs when the price inflation slows down temporarily.
3. Stagflation is used in calculating the misery index, which is the sum of the inflation rate and unemployment rate.

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

5.  Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP):

1. The scheme was launched by the Ministry of Health and Family welfare.
2. The scheme aims to provide quality medicines at affordable prices for people above the age of 60.
3. The Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), is the implementing agency of the scheme.

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