22 July : Daily Current Affairs Quiz

Correct Answer: (b) To create jobs and boost non-polluting, high-technology sectors

Explanations:

• (a) Incorrect: The new policy moves away from traditional manufacturing.

• (b) Correct: The emphasis is on services, tech, and green jobs.

• (c) Incorrect: No major focus on mining or minerals.
• (d) Incorrect: The government still wants infrastructure but greener and cleaner.

Correct Answer: (b) Presence of E. coli bacteria contamination

Explanations:

• (a) Incorrect: Chlorine overuse was not reported as the main concern.

• (b) Correct: Tests revealed E. coli, linked to waste contamination.

• (c) Incorrect: Fluoride was not the focus in this case.
• (d) Incorrect: Hardness was not highlighted over contamination.

Correct Answer: (c) It could lead to mass disenfranchisement of legitimate voters

Explanations:

• (a) Incorrect: It potentially affects all, not just villagers.

• (b) Incorrect: The EC is conducting the SIR.

• (c) Correct: Critics argue aggressive verification will delete genuine voters.
• (d) Incorrect: The SIR is actually underway.

Correct Answer: (b) Opening 105 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (health clinics)

Explanations:

• (a) Incorrect: No policy about price-halving was mentioned.

• (b) Correct: The government is opening new clinics to increase access.

• (c) Incorrect: Private hospitals are not being banned.
• (d) Incorrect: Schemes aim to include the general public.

Correct Answer: (b) Overburdening labs by excessive, often unnecessary, sample submissions

Explanations:

• (a) Incorrect: Delhi has major forensic labs, but workload is the main issue.

• (b) Correct: Indiscriminate and unnecessary referrals have led to a backlog.

• (c) Incorrect: While evidence tampering exists, backlog is due to overwork.
• (d) Incorrect: Both public and private labs are used, not only private.