Daily UPSC Current Quiz : 18 April 2026

Consider the following pairs of Reactor Types and their cooling/moderating agents:

1. BWR (Boiling Water Reactor): Light water as both coolant and moderator.

2. VVER (Water-Water Energetic Reactor): Heavy water as coolant and graphite as moderator.

3. FBR (Fast Breeder Reactor): Liquid Sodium as coolant and no moderator.

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Consider the following statements regarding the “Panel of Vice-Chairpersons” of Rajya Sabha:

1. Members of this panel are nominated by the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

2. A member of the panel can preside over the House when the office of the Chairman or Deputy Chairman is vacant.

3. While presiding, a Vice-Chairperson has the same powers as the Chairman.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha, which of the following statements is incorrect?

Which of the following flagship species are found in the National Chambal Sanctuary?

1. Gangetic River Dolphin

2. Red-crowned Roof Turtle

3. Mugger Crocodile

4. Smooth-coated Otter

Select the correct answer using the code given below: