Daily Current Quiz for UPSC : 3 Oct 2025

Which of the following pairs of wildlife sanctuary/national park and key species is NOT correctly matched?

Consider the following statements about the Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF):

1. NCF, established in 1996 in Mysuru, primarily focuses on wildlife research and conservation across India, including coral reefs of Lakshadweep and the high Himalayas.

2. NCF’s conservation efforts are limited to research and do not involve community participation or collaboration with State Forest Departments.

3. NCF works on the protection of endangered species such as Hornbills, Elephants, and Leopards, and also engages in rainforest restoration in the Western Ghats.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs):

1. REITs allow individual investors to invest in large-scale, income-generating real estate without owning the property directly.

2. In India, at least 80% of the income of a REIT must be distributed to unit-holders in the form of dividends.

3. REITs can invest directly in residential real estate properties for rental income.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the renowned Hindustani classical vocalist Pandit Chhannulal Mishra:

1. He was a prominent exponent of the thumri and Kajri styles of Hindustani music.

2. He received the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan awards for his contribution to Indian classical music.

3. He was primarily associated with the Gwalior gharana of Hindustani classical music.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?