Daily Current Affairs Quiz: 16-07-2024

Consider the following statements regarding the Armed Forces Special Powers Act 
(AFSPA):

1. It was first implemented in Jammu and Kashmir.
2. It allows the armed forces to use force, but restricts them from making arrests without a warrant.
3. Once it is implemented, no prosecution can be initiated for any offence under the Act without the prior sanction of the central government.

How many of the statements given above are incorrect?

Consider the following statements regarding the Enforcement Directorate (ED):

1. It is a specialized financial investigation agency under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.
2. Its primary objective is to enforce economic laws and fight financial crimes.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding countries bordering the South China 
Sea:

1. China shares its land borders with all countries bordering the South China Sea.
2. Vietnam, the Philippines, and Malaysia are among the countries that share maritime boundaries with the South China Sea.
3. Brunei and Singapore do not have any territorial claims in the South China Sea.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: The National Research Foundation (NRF) is being established as per the National Education Policy 2020.

Statement-II: The NRF aims to facilitate research in India’s universities, especially State universities, by funding research infrastructure and researchers.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Consider the following statements regarding the International Monetary Fund (IMF):

1. It is a specialised agency of the United Nations aimed at promoting global monetary cooperation and financial stability.
2. It provides financial assistance to member countries to help them overcome balance of payments difficulties.
3. The voting power in the IMF is allocated solely based on the economic size of member countries.

How many of the statements given above are correct?