Daily Current Quiz for UPSC : 23 July 2025

Consider the following statements regarding Copyright in India:

1. Copyright protection is available only after registration under the Copyright Act, 1957.

2. The term of copyright for original literary works in India is 60 years from the death of the author.

3. Copyright protects both original expressions and ideas behind a creative work.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Which of the following statements regarding the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect are correct?

1. Urban areas are generally cooler than surrounding rural areas due to increased vegetation and water bodies.

2. UHI effect is more pronounced during the daytime compared to nighttime.

3. Materials like asphalt and concrete contribute to the UHI effect by retaining heat.

Select the correct answer using the code below:

With reference to recent projections on India’s urban development and climate resilience, consider the following statements:

1. By 2030, Indian cities are expected to generate nearly 70% of the country’s new employment.

2. The projected cost of building climate-resilient infrastructure and services in Indian cities by 2050 is around $5 billion.

3. The number of people exposed to flood risks in Indian cities is increasing due to both rapid population growth and inadequate structural planning.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The practice of ‘Joddarna’ is traditionally followed by which tribal community in India?