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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 21, 2025

August 21, 2025
With reference to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), consider the following statements:
1. It is chemically identical to conventional jet fuel but is produced from renewable biomass sources.
2. It is incompatible with existing aircraft engines and requires special infrastructure.
3. Used cooking oil can be a feedstock for its production.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
  • (A) 1 and 3 only
  • (B) 2 only
  • (C) 1 and 2 only
  • (D) 1, 2 and 3
Show Answer

Answer: A

Current Context: Indian Oil’s Panipat Refinery received ICAO certification for production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel from used cooking oil.

ABOUT SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL

  • Definition: Jet biofuel/aviation bio-kerosene resembling conventional jet fuel but produced from renewable biomass sources.
  • Feedstock Sources:
    • Oil seed plants, energy grasses
    • Municipal solid waste
    • Industrial carbon monoxide waste gas
    • Agricultural and forestry residue
    • Fats, oils, greases from cooking and meat production
  • Benefits: Compatible with existing aircraft engines and infrastructure (when blended), Reduces greenhouse gas emissions, Offers energy flexibility.
Which of the following provisions governs the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)in India?
  • (A) Article 324(5)
  • (B) Article 312(4)
  • (C) Article 320(2)
  • (D) Article 326
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Answer: A

Current Context : Opposition parties are considering moving a motion for the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC).

ABOUT REMOVAL OF CEC

  • Constitutional Provision: Article 324(5) of the Indian Constitution.
  • Grounds & Manner: CEC can be removed in the same manner and on the same grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court (Article 124(4)).

Process of Removal:

  1. A motion alleging misbehaviour or incapacity is introduced in either House of Parliament.
  2. Once admitted, a committee of inquiry examines the validity of charges.
  3. Motion must be passed by a two-thirds majority of members present and voting in both Houses of Parliament.
  4. After this, the President of India issues an order removing the CEC.
Which of the following is/are objectives of the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)?
1. To provide estimates of Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR).
2. To measure Worker Population Ratio (WPR).
3. To collect data on inflation and price indices.
4. To provide unemployment rate estimates.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
  • (A) 1, 2 and 4 only
  • (B) 1 and 3 only
  • (C) 2 and 3 only
  • (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Show Answer

Answer: A

Current Context : The Quarterly PLFS (April–June 2025) and Monthly PLFS (July 2025) have been released.

ABOUT PLFS

  • Conducted by: National Statistics Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
  • Objective: To provide data on:
    • Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR)
    • Worker Population Ratio (WPR)
    • Unemployment Rate (UR)
    • Distribution of workers by employment status and industry of work.

Coverage & Frequency

  • Monthly Estimates: For rural and urban areas under Current Weekly Status (CWS).
  • Annual Estimates: For both rural and urban areas under Usual Status (US) and CWS.
  • Reference Periods:
    • CWS: 7 days
    • US: 365 days
Which of the following statements is incorrect about the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)?
  • (A) Established in 1950 after the Second World War
  • (B) Headquarters is in Geneva, Switzerland
  • (C) Legal framework is based on the 1951 Refugee Convention and 1967 Protocol
  • (D) Has received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2010
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Answer: D

Current Context : The UNHCR has temporarily suspended the process of facilitating the repatriation of Sri Lankan Tamil refugees.

ABOUT UNHCR

  • Establishment: 1950 by the UN General Assembly, after the Second World War.
  • Nature: United Nations agency dedicated to refugees, stateless persons, and internally displaced populations.
  • Mandate: To protect rights, provide assistance, and support voluntary repatriation, local integration, or resettlement of displaced populations.
  • Legal Framework: Guardian of the 1951 Refugee Convention and the 1967 Protocol.
  • Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland.
  • Recognition: Winner of the Nobel Peace Prize (1954 & 1981).
The Sakura Science Programme was launched by which of the following?
  • (A) Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, India
  • (B) Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST)
  • (C) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
  • (D) World Economic Forum (WEF)
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Answer: B

Current Context : A group of 34 students from Indian government schools will visit Japan under the Sakura Science Programme 2025.

ABOUT SAKURA SCIENCE PROGRAMME

  • Launched by: Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) in 2014
  • India joined: 2016
  • Objective: To expand scientific curiosity, foster innovation, and strengthen international collaboration.
  • Nature: Japan–Asia Youth Exchange Program in Science.
  • 2025 Participation : Students from India, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia will join.
With reference to Rubella, consider the following statements:
1. It is caused by a double-stranded DNA virus.
2. It can be transmitted from a pregnant woman to her fetus.
3. It has been recently declared eliminated as a public health problem in Nepal.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
  • (A) 1 and 2 only
  • (B) 2 and 3 only
  • (C) 1 and 3 only
  • (D) 1, 2 and 3
Show Answer

Answer: B

Current Context : WHO has declared Nepal rubella-free, eliminating it as a public health problem.

ABOUT RUBELLA

  • Also called German Measles or Three-Day Measles.
  • Cause: Rubella virus (single-stranded RNA virus).
  • Nature: Highly contagious but less severe than measles.
  • Transmission : Spread via coughing, sneezing, or contaminated surfaces, Can pass from a pregnant woman to her fetus.
The first zero-waste tribal fair of Himachal Pradesh was held at:
  • (A) Chamba
  • (B) Keylong, Lahaul & Spiti
  • (C) Kinnaur
  • (D) Dharamsala
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Answer: B

Current Context : The first ever zero-waste tribal fair of Himachal Pradesh was celebrated at Keylong in Lahaul and Spiti district.

ABOUT THE ZERO-WASTE TRIBAL FAIR

  • Location: Keylong, Lahaul & Spiti district
  • Duration: 14–16 August 2025 (three days)
  • Inauguration: By Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu (virtually)
  • Development Initiatives: Foundation laid for projects worth ₹36 crore to boost local agriculture, horticulture, tourism, and connectivity

Zero-Waste Features

  • Complete ban on single-use plastic
  • Use of biodegradable utensils (leaf plates, eco-cups)
  • Refillable water stations provided
  • Waste segregation through support from NGOs like Healing Himalayas and Saahas

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