Daily Current Affairs UPSC: News Based MCQs Quiz | 27th October 2025

Answer: (D) 4 only

Detailed Explanation

• The IPCC is the UN body for assessing the science related to climate change.
• It was set up in 1988 by the World Meteorological Organization and United Nations Environment Programme to provide policymakers with regular assessments of the scientific basis of climate change, its impacts and future risks, and options for adaptation and mitigation.
• The “Sixth Assessment Report” (AR6) is a comprehensive report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) that details the current state of climate change, its impacts, and mitigation options.

• The “Emissions Gap Report” is an annual publication by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) that measures the difference between projected greenhouse gas emissions and the levels required to limit global warming to the Paris Agreement goals.
• Adaptation Gap Report (AGR) is an annual report published by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). It assesses global progress on climate change adaptation, focusing on the gap between adaptation needs and the finance and implementation efforts in place.
• The Global Resources Outlook 2024 is a report by UNEP and the International Resource Panel highlighting the crisis of unsustainable resource consumption and the need for urgent action. It advocates for a shift from the linear “take-make-dispose” model to a more sustainable and circular economy that decouples economic growth from resource use. The report shows that this transition can be achieved through policy changes, innovative business models, and a greater focus on demand-side measures, leading to reduced environmental impact and improved well-being, particularly through a reduction in high-income countries’ consumption

Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2

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Answer: (A) 2, 3, 1, 4

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Answer: (D) 3,1,4,2

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• The chronology of the main Peshwa rulers is:
• Balaji Vishwanath (1713–1720)
• Baji Rao I (1720–1740)
• Balaji Bajirao (1740–1761)
• Madhav Rao I (1761–1772)
• Narayan Rao (1772–1773)
• Raghunath Rao (1773–1774)
• Madhav Rao II (1774–1795)
• Baji Rao II (1796–1818).

Answer: (D) androgens

Detailed Explanation

• The placenta facilitates the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the embryo and also removal of carbon dioxide and excretory/waste materials produced by the embryo.
• The placenta is connected to the embryo through an umbilical cord which helps in the transport of substances to and from the embryo.
• Placenta also acts as an endocrine tissue and produces several hormones like human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), human placental lactogen (hPL), estrogens, progestogens, etc. Therefore, options A,B and C are incorrect.
• Androgen on the other hand is a male testicular hormone released by the Leydig cells. Therefore, option D is correct.
• Additional information
• Human chorionic gonadotropin – It helps thicken a person’s uterine lining to support a growing embryo and tells the body to stop menstruation.
• Human placental lactogen – preparing the body for breastfeeding and ensuring sufficient nutrients for the fetus.
• Estrogen – Vital steroid hormone in female mammalian reproduction helps in regulating various bodily functions, including reproductive organs, bone health, cardiovascular health, and even brain function.
• Progestogens/ Progesterone – It creates a healthy uterine lining to support a fertilized egg, embryo and fetus.
• Androgen – A vital steroid hormone in males contributes to the development of secondary sexual characteristics like facial hair, deep voice, sperm production in males etc.