4 September 2026

Quiz — 4 September 2026

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Questions

1. The 'Raksha' framework, recently released by the Ministry of Defence, primarily focuses on which of the following?

   1. A A new policy for the privatization of ordnance factories
   2. B A 10-year roadmap for defence diplomacy and global partnerships
   3. C Domestic military recruitment reforms
   4. D The restructuring of the Integrated Defence Staff

2. The Supreme Court judgment in 'Paramvir Singh Saini vs Baljit Singh' (2021) primarily pertains to which of the following?

   1. A The establishment of fast-track courts for internal security cases
   2. B The guidelines for the recruitment of Central Armed Police Forces
   3. C The mandatory installation of CCTV cameras in police stations
   4. D The regulation of digital evidence in criminal trials

3. Which method has the Union government decided to adopt for the enumeration of castes in the 2027 Census?

   1. A State-specific caste survey methodology
   2. B Mandatory self-declaration via Aadhar-linked portals
   3. C Direct verification using Central OBC lists
   4. D Open-column method

4. Which of the following factors limits the accuracy of satellite-based monitoring of farm fires as highlighted by the CAQM?

   1. A Lack of sufficient polar-orbiting satellites
   2. B Interference from monsoon cloud cover
   3. C Inability to measure straw quantity and combustion efficiency
   4. D High cost of satellite imagery processing

5. Which of the following best describes the cause of the El Nino weather phenomenon?

   1. A Increased volcanic activity in the Pacific Ring of Fire
   2. B Weakening of trade winds in the eastern Pacific
   3. C Strengthening of trade winds in the western Pacific
   4. D Cooling of sea surface temperatures in the western Pacific

6. According to the WMO, what is the typical duration of an El Nino event?

   1. A Exactly 24 months
   2. B Up to 12 months
   3. C Indefinite until trade winds reverse
   4. D Between 5 to 10 years

7. Which of the following bodies is responsible for the administration of direct taxes in India?

   1. A Reserve Bank of India
   2. B Department of Economic Affairs
   3. C Central Board of Direct Taxes
   4. D Securities and Exchange Board of India

8. Which of the following data sources is primarily used to estimate the production accounts of the formal factory sector in India?

   1. A Consumer Expenditure Survey (CES)
   2. B Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)
   3. C Annual Survey of Industries (ASI)
   4. D Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE)

9. The 'MCA-21' database, used in the estimation of National Accounts Statistics, primarily contains information derived from:

   1. A Statutory filings by registered companies
   2. B Household consumption patterns
   3. C Export-import trade manifests
   4. D Employment data from rural workshops

10. Which of the following statements regarding the Bishkek declaration of the SCO is correct?

    1. A It explicitly supported the U.S. sanctions policy on Iran.
    2. B It declared the formation of a new military alliance against Western powers.
    3. C It focused exclusively on the economic integration of the European Union and SCO members.
    4. D It condemned attacks on Iran and supported its right to peaceful nuclear technology under the NPT.

11. Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Supreme Court to pass such decrees or orders as are necessary for doing complete justice in any cause or matter pending before it?

    1. A Article 32
    2. B Article 226
    3. C Article 141
    4. D Article 142

12. The 'Gadchiroli model' is primarily associated with which of the following public health interventions?

    1. A Universal immunization coverage for infants
    2. B Management of severe acute malnutrition in children
    3. C Institutional delivery incentives for rural women
    4. D Home-based neonatal care by community health workers

13. What is the current wage ceiling for employees to be eligible for coverage under the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)?

    1. A ₹15,000
    2. B ₹21,000
    3. C ₹25,000
    4. D ₹33,000

14. Which of the following is a primary objective of the recent review meeting held by the Union Home Secretary regarding Himalayan States?

    1. A To establish new international borders in the Himalayan region
    2. B To review preparedness for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods and snow avalanches
    3. C To privatize the management of glacial lakes in Union Territories
    4. D To mandate the relocation of all populations living in high-altitude zones

15. Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as one of the original five duty-bearers for safeguarding the fundamental right to elementary education?

    1. A The Government
    2. B The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)
    3. C The Parents/Guardians
    4. D The Neighbourhood School

16. The 'Suspension of Operations' (SoO) agreement, often discussed in the context of internal security in North-East India, is primarily an arrangement between:

    1. A The Ministry of External Affairs and neighbouring countries
    2. B The Central/State Government and insurgent groups
    3. C The Judiciary and local civil society organisations
    4. D The State Government and the Election Commission of India

17. Which of the following regions has been specifically identified as suffering from disruptions to commercial shipping due to the Ukraine-Russia conflict, impacting the Global South?

    1. A The Black Sea
    2. B The Baltic Sea
    3. C The Caspian Sea
    4. D The Red Sea

18. Which constitutional body is primarily responsible for the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls in India?

    1. A The Election Commission of India
    2. B The Ministry of Law and Justice
    3. C The Delimitation Commission
    4. D The Law Commission of India

19. Which of the following landmark Supreme Court judgments recognized live-streaming of court proceedings as a component of the right to access justice under Article 21?

    1. A Maneka Gandhi vs Union of India
    2. B Kesavananda Bharati vs State of Kerala
    3. C Swapnil Tripathi vs Supreme Court of India
    4. D Chief Election Commissioner vs M.R. Vijayabhaskar

20. Which article of the Indian Constitution bars the courts from interfering in electoral matters except by way of an election petition?

    1. A Article 324
    2. B Article 329(b)
    3. C Article 326
    4. D Article 226

21. Under which Article of the Constitution of India can the Governor of a State, with the prior consent of the President, authorise the use of the official language of the State in proceedings of the High Court?

    1. A Article 343
    2. B Article 350
    3. C Article 348(2)
    4. D Article 345

22. According to the World Physiotherapy profile, approximately how many physiotherapists are available per 10,000 people in India?

    1. A 0.36
    2. B 0.10
    3. C 1.50
    4. D 10.0

23. Which of the following instruments was utilized by the Reserve Bank of India to mop up liquidity and influence the rupee's exchange rate as per recent reports?

    1. A FCNR(B) deposits
    2. B Repo rate hikes
    3. C Statutory Liquidity Ratio adjustments
    4. D Direct equity market intervention

24. The 'co-location' case involving the National Stock Exchange (NSE) primarily concerned allegations regarding:

    1. A Insider trading by government officials
    2. B Failure to comply with international accounting standards
    3. C Preferential access to market data for certain brokers
    4. D Manipulation of the IPO pricing mechanism

25. According to NITI Aayog, which of the following best describes the 'NEET' category in the context of India's youth population?

    1. A National Education and Entrepreneurship Training
    2. B Not in Education, Employment or Training
    3. C New Economic Empowerment and Technology
    4. D National Employment and Education Taskforce

26. The Supreme Court of India has linked the safety of highway users to which of the following constitutional provisions?

    1. A Article 32
    2. B Article 19
    3. C Article 14
    4. D Article 21

27. Which of the following agreements was signed between India and Belgium to enhance cooperation in law enforcement?

    1. A Agreement on intelligence sharing for border security
    2. B Extradition Treaty for cybercriminals
    3. C MoU between CBI and Belgium Federal Police
    4. D Joint Task Force on counter-terrorism

28. Which of the following best describes the legal issue currently being examined by the Supreme Court regarding constitutional functionaries?

    1. A The process of impeachment for members of the judiciary
    2. B The eligibility of officials for retirement benefits after resigning to avoid misconduct inquiries
    3. C The power of the Union government to unilaterally terminate constitutional appointments
    4. D The mandatory age of retirement for all constitutional functionaries

29. The 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan', under which recent anti-narcotics operations were conducted, aims to:

    1. A Promote the export of medicinal cannabis
    2. B Provide legal aid to drug offenders
    3. C Create a drug-free India through coordinated efforts
    4. D Regulate the pharmaceutical pricing of controlled substances

30. Under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the Enforcement Directorate primarily focuses on:

    1. A Prosecuting individuals for the possession of narcotics
    2. B Providing rehabilitation services to drug addicts
    3. C Tracing and attaching the proceeds of crime generated from illegal activities
    4. D Regulating the import and export of chemical precursors

31. Under the Advocates Act, 1961, the disciplinary jurisdiction of the Bar Council of India is primarily applicable to which of the following?

    1. A All individuals pursuing legal education
    2. B Registered advocates
    3. C Law students enrolled in recognized universities
    4. D Law faculty members

32. In the context of national income accounting, what is the primary function of the GDP deflator?

    1. A To calculate the total tax revenue generated by the government
    2. B To adjust nominal GDP to reflect changes in price levels for real GDP
    3. C To determine the foreign exchange reserves held by the central bank
    4. D To measure the total volume of exports and imports

33. With reference to the recent global service disruptions of major AI platforms, which of the following statements is correct?

    1. A The outages were limited to regional servers in North America.
    2. B Amazon Web Services (AWS) remained unaffected while AI platforms faced downtime.
    3. C Multiple AI platforms including ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude experienced simultaneous disruptions.
    4. D Only OpenAI's ChatGPT was affected by the global outage.

34. Which of the following countries did Iran claim to have targeted with missile and drone strikes in the recent escalation of tensions with the U.S.?

    1. A Kuwait, UAE, Bahrain, Jordan, and Iraq
    2. B Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar
    3. C Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon
    4. D Israel, Egypt, and Yemen

35. According to recent observations on the Indian startup ecosystem, approximately what percentage of total startup funding has been directed toward the energy sector over the last 5-6 years?

    1. A Around 10%
    2. B Approximately 5%
    3. C More than 15%
    4. D Less than 2%

36. The gems and jewellery sector is estimated to contribute approximately what percentage to the Indian economy?

    1. A 7-8%
    2. B 1-2%
    3. C 4-5%
    4. D 10-12%

37. Which of the following factors has historically been cited as a reason for the competitive advantage of Bangladesh in the textile export market?

    1. A Exemption from all global trade regulations
    2. B Status as a Least Developed Country (LDC) granting preferential market access
    3. C Superior technological infrastructure compared to India
    4. D Lower domestic labor costs due to government subsidies

38. In the context of global trade, how is the duty structure in many developed nations typically organized regarding imports?

    1. A Uniform duties across all product categories
    2. B Lower duties on high-tech goods and higher duties on labor-intensive goods
    3. C Zero duties on all imports to promote free trade
    4. D Higher duties on high-tech goods and lower duties on labor-intensive goods

39. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'climate shock' as highlighted in the context of recent South Asian disasters?

    1. A The gradual rise in global sea levels affecting coastal infrastructure
    2. B A sudden transition from one extreme weather event to another, such as drought to flood
    3. C The process of industrialization leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions
    4. D A predictable seasonal shift in monsoon patterns across the Himalayan range

40. Which of the following reservoirs are managed by the Damodar Valley Corporation, as mentioned in the context of flood management in West Bengal?

    1. A Tehri and Bhakra
    2. B Hirakud and Rihand
    3. C Sardar Sarovar and Indira Sagar
    4. D Maithon and Panchet

41. What is the primary objective of implementing multi-utility ducts (MUDs) in urban infrastructure projects?

    1. A To replace existing overhead electricity grids with solar-powered underground systems
    2. B To consolidate essential services underground to prevent frequent road excavation and damage
    3. C To increase the total land area available for road expansion
    4. D To provide a dedicated network for high-speed internet connectivity across the city

42. The National Eye Donation fortnight in India is observed during which period?

    1. A August 1 to August 15
    2. B October 1 to October 15
    3. C September 1 to September 15
    4. D August 25 to September 8

43. The Bab al-Mandab strait, often in the news due to regional conflicts, connects which of the following bodies of water?

    1. A The Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean
    2. B The Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman
    3. C The Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea
    4. D The Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden

44. What is the primary output of the polyester textile recycling plant being set up by Filatex India?

    1. A Synthetic fabric rolls
    2. B Polyester chips
    3. C Polyester yarn
    4. D Raw petroleum derivatives

45. What is the reported recovery efficiency of polyester content from textile waste using the company's in-house technology?

    1. A 50-60%
    2. B 70-75%
    3. C 90-95%
    4. D 80-85%

46. In the context of corporate restructuring, what is the primary stated objective of PayPal's recent multi-year transformation programme?

    1. A To comply with new domestic labor regulations
    2. B To simplify global operations and strengthen execution
    3. C To increase dividend payouts to shareholders
    4. D To shift focus entirely from digital payments to hardware manufacturing

47. Under which existing entity of the Aditya Birla Group has the new wires and cables business 'Ultravolt' been housed?

    1. A UltraTech Cement Ltd.
    2. B Birla Pivot
    3. C Hindalco Industries
    4. D Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail

48. The Closing Auction Session (CAS) is a mechanism primarily associated with which of the following in the Indian financial markets?

    1. A Primary market initial public offerings
    2. B Derivative contract settlement price determination
    3. C Foreign direct investment approval processes
    4. D Government bond auction procedures

49. Which of the following best describes the recent order placed by the regional airline FLY91?

    1. A A purchase of 50 Boeing 737 aircraft for international operations.
    2. B A lease agreement for 100 Airbus A320 aircraft for domestic trunk routes.
    3. C A joint venture with a foreign manufacturer to produce aircraft in India.
    4. D A firm order for 40 ATR 72-600 aircraft to support regional connectivity.

50. Which of the following species are commonly associated with the monsoon season in the forested regions of Central India as mentioned in the context?

    1. A Great Indian bustard and desert foxes
    2. B Baya weavers and various frog species
    3. C Snow leopards and Himalayan monals
    4. D One-horned rhinoceros and swamp deer

51. According to the text, in which Tamil month was Krishna born?

    1. A Avani
    2. B Margazhi
    3. C Purattasi
    4. D Thai

52. Who was Krishna's guru mentioned in the text?

    1. A Sandipini
    2. B Vashistha
    3. C Drona
    4. D Vishwamitra

53. Which Article of the Indian Constitution specifically abolishes 'untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form?

    1. A Article 15
    2. B Article 14
    3. C Article 16
    4. D Article 17

54. Under the current legal framework in India, which office is primarily responsible for the management and administration of government land, including the issuance of eviction notices for lease terminations?

    1. A Land and Development Office (L&DO)
    2. B Ministry of Urban Development
    3. C Delhi Development Authority (DDA)
    4. D Public Works Department (PWD)

55. Under the Election Commission's guidelines for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, what is the minimum period of residence required for an individual to register as a voter in a particular booth?

    1. A One year
    2. B Two years
    3. C Six months
    4. D Three months

56. Which magazine, co-founded by Gloria Steinem in 1972, became a significant platform for the second-wave feminist movement?

    1. A The Second Sex
    2. B Everyday Rebellion
    3. C Ms.
    4. D The Feminine Mystique

57. Which of the following factors is primarily considered by the judiciary when determining whether to grant bail to an accused?

    1. A The duration of the trial proceedings in other unrelated cases
    2. B The likelihood of the accused tampering with evidence or being a flight risk
    3. C The political affiliation of the accused
    4. D The public opinion regarding the guilt of the accused

58. Which body is primarily responsible for maintaining professional standards and safeguarding the freedom of the press in India?

    1. A The National Human Rights Commission
    2. B The Election Commission of India
    3. C The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
    4. D The Press Council of India