DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS QUIZ – 13 June 2025

Which of the following entities are typically compensated through the MDR?

1. Issuing bank

2. PoS terminal provider bank

3. Network provider/payment gateway

4. Customer’s employer

Select the correct answer using the code below:
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 4 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Which of the following statements correctly describe the function of a “black box” in an aircraft?

1. It helps in discovering the cause of a plane crash.

2. It is used to store passenger medical records.

3. It records both cockpit conversations and flight data.

4. It is located near the aircraft’s nose cone for easy retrieval.

Select the correct answer using the code below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 3 and 4 only

What is the primary function of statins in the human body?

A. Enhance red blood cell production
B. Boost insulin sensitivity
C. Lower blood cholesterol levels
D. Increase calcium absorption

Which of the following statements about Shipki La Pass is/are correct?

1. It is one of the highest motorable passes on the India-China border.

2. It connects the Sutlej River from Tibet to India.

3. It lies on the boundary between India and Nepal.

4. Its earlier name was Pema La or Shared Gate.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1, 2 and 4 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Consider the following statements regarding the India–UK PASSEX:

1. It involved advanced helicopter control and synchronised tactical manoeuvres.

2. Only surface ships participated in the exercise.

3. HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Richmond represented the UK.

4. The exercise was held in the Western Pacific Ocean.

Which of the above statements are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. 2 and 4 only