UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 10 October 2025
Kartavya Desk Staff
The Current Affairs Quiz is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to test your knowledge of current events. Solving these questions will help you retain both concepts and facts relevant to the UPSC IAS civil services exam.
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• Question 1 of 10 1. Question 1 points With reference to the Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana, consider the following statements: It provides aids and assistive devices to elderly individuals below the poverty line. The scheme is funded through the Senior Citizens’ Welfare Fund. It is a contributory scheme requiring a nominal contribution from beneficiaries. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 3, and 4 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Solution: A Statement 3 is incorrect. Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana is a central sector scheme designed to provide assistive devices such as walking sticks, wheelchairs, hearing aids, and spectacles to elderly individuals below the poverty line (BPL). The goal is to improve their physical mobility and ensure they can perform daily activities with ease. The scheme is entirely funded by the Senior Citizens’ Welfare Fund and is non-contributory, meaning the beneficiaries do not need to contribute any amount to avail the benefits. This scheme is crucial in aiding elderly individuals with age-related disabilities, ensuring they maintain a degree of independence despite their physical limitations. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 3 is incorrect. Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana is a central sector scheme designed to provide assistive devices such as walking sticks, wheelchairs, hearing aids, and spectacles to elderly individuals below the poverty line (BPL). The goal is to improve their physical mobility and ensure they can perform daily activities with ease. The scheme is entirely funded by the Senior Citizens’ Welfare Fund and is non-contributory, meaning the beneficiaries do not need to contribute any amount to avail the benefits. This scheme is crucial in aiding elderly individuals with age-related disabilities, ensuring they maintain a degree of independence despite their physical limitations.
#### 1. Question
With reference to the Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana, consider the following statements:
• It provides aids and assistive devices to elderly individuals below the poverty line.
• The scheme is funded through the Senior Citizens’ Welfare Fund.
• It is a contributory scheme requiring a nominal contribution from beneficiaries.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 1 and 2 only
• (b) 1, 3, and 4 only
• (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Solution: A
Statement 3 is incorrect.
Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana is a central sector scheme designed to provide assistive devices such as walking sticks, wheelchairs, hearing aids, and spectacles to elderly individuals below the poverty line (BPL). The goal is to improve their physical mobility and ensure they can perform daily activities with ease. The scheme is entirely funded by the Senior Citizens’ Welfare Fund and is non-contributory, meaning the beneficiaries do not need to contribute any amount to avail the benefits. This scheme is crucial in aiding elderly individuals with age-related disabilities, ensuring they maintain a degree of independence despite their physical limitations.
Solution: A
Statement 3 is incorrect.
Rashtriya Vayoshree Yojana is a central sector scheme designed to provide assistive devices such as walking sticks, wheelchairs, hearing aids, and spectacles to elderly individuals below the poverty line (BPL). The goal is to improve their physical mobility and ensure they can perform daily activities with ease. The scheme is entirely funded by the Senior Citizens’ Welfare Fund and is non-contributory, meaning the beneficiaries do not need to contribute any amount to avail the benefits. This scheme is crucial in aiding elderly individuals with age-related disabilities, ensuring they maintain a degree of independence despite their physical limitations.
• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the Satavahana dynasty’s contribution to the Sanchi Stupa: The Satavahana dynasty is credited with adding the toranas (gateways) around the Great Stupa. The Satavahana kings constructed new stupas at Sanchi as a sign of their devotion to Buddhism. The carvings on the Satavahana-built toranas feature scenes of royal conquests and battles. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is correct because the Satavahana dynasty contributed the toranas (gateways) to the Great Stupa. Statement 2 is incorrect as the Satavahanas did not construct new stupas at Sanchi; they enhanced the existing stupa by adding the gateways. Statement 3 is incorrect because the carvings on the toranas depict scenes from the Jataka Tales and Buddhist iconography, not royal conquests or battles. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is correct because the Satavahana dynasty contributed the toranas (gateways) to the Great Stupa. Statement 2 is incorrect as the Satavahanas did not construct new stupas at Sanchi; they enhanced the existing stupa by adding the gateways. Statement 3 is incorrect because the carvings on the toranas depict scenes from the Jataka Tales and Buddhist iconography, not royal conquests or battles.
#### 2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Satavahana dynasty’s contribution to the Sanchi Stupa:
• The Satavahana dynasty is credited with adding the toranas (gateways) around the Great Stupa.
• The Satavahana kings constructed new stupas at Sanchi as a sign of their devotion to Buddhism.
• The carvings on the Satavahana-built toranas feature scenes of royal conquests and battles.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 1 only
• (b) 1 and 3 only
• (c) 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: A
Statement 1 is correct because the Satavahana dynasty contributed the toranas (gateways) to the Great Stupa.
Statement 2 is incorrect as the Satavahanas did not construct new stupas at Sanchi; they enhanced the existing stupa by adding the gateways.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the carvings on the toranas depict scenes from the Jataka Tales and Buddhist iconography, not royal conquests or battles.
Solution: A
Statement 1 is correct because the Satavahana dynasty contributed the toranas (gateways) to the Great Stupa.
Statement 2 is incorrect as the Satavahanas did not construct new stupas at Sanchi; they enhanced the existing stupa by adding the gateways.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the carvings on the toranas depict scenes from the Jataka Tales and Buddhist iconography, not royal conquests or battles.
• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points The Chola dynasty, particularly under Rajendra I, used the Andaman Islands for which purpose? a) As a penal colony b) As a trading post c) For naval expeditions against the Srivijaya Empire d) To spread Buddhism Correct Solution: C Emperor Rajendra I of the Chola dynasty utilized the Andaman Islands as a strategic base for launching naval expeditions against the Srivijaya Empire in present-day Indonesia. This historical connection was a factor in the renaming of Port Blair to Sri Vijaya Puram. Incorrect Solution: C Emperor Rajendra I of the Chola dynasty utilized the Andaman Islands as a strategic base for launching naval expeditions against the Srivijaya Empire in present-day Indonesia. This historical connection was a factor in the renaming of Port Blair to Sri Vijaya Puram.
#### 3. Question
The Chola dynasty, particularly under Rajendra I, used the Andaman Islands for which purpose?
• a) As a penal colony
• b) As a trading post
• c) For naval expeditions against the Srivijaya Empire
• d) To spread Buddhism
Solution: C
Emperor Rajendra I of the Chola dynasty utilized the Andaman Islands as a strategic base for launching naval expeditions against the Srivijaya Empire in present-day Indonesia. This historical connection was a factor in the renaming of Port Blair to Sri Vijaya Puram.
Solution: C
Emperor Rajendra I of the Chola dynasty utilized the Andaman Islands as a strategic base for launching naval expeditions against the Srivijaya Empire in present-day Indonesia. This historical connection was a factor in the renaming of Port Blair to Sri Vijaya Puram.
• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the National Quantum Mission (NQM) in India: The mission involves the development of secure satellite-based communication systems with Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). The mission is a collaborative effort involving the Department of Science & Technology, ISRO, and DRDO. The mission’s primary aim is to make India the leading nation in quantum technologies globally. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: B The National Quantum Mission (NQM), approved by the Government of India in 2023, aims to bolster India’s capabilities in quantum technologies, covering areas like quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing. Statement 1 is correct — The mission specifically includes the development of secure communication systems using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) over both terrestrial and satellite platforms. This aligns with global efforts to enhance cybersecurity using quantum mechanics. Statement 2 is also correct — The mission is being implemented under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), with collaborative involvement from major scientific agencies like ISRO, DRDO, and MeitY, ensuring an integrated national approach. Statement 3 is incorrect — While ambitious, the mission’s declared goal is to place India among the top six leading nations in quantum technologies, not necessarily the global leader. Incorrect Solution: B The National Quantum Mission (NQM), approved by the Government of India in 2023, aims to bolster India’s capabilities in quantum technologies, covering areas like quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing. Statement 1 is correct — The mission specifically includes the development of secure communication systems using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) over both terrestrial and satellite platforms. This aligns with global efforts to enhance cybersecurity using quantum mechanics. Statement 2 is also correct — The mission is being implemented under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), with collaborative involvement from major scientific agencies like ISRO, DRDO, and MeitY, ensuring an integrated national approach. Statement 3 is incorrect — While ambitious, the mission’s declared goal is to place India among the top six leading nations in quantum technologies, not necessarily the global leader.
#### 4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the National Quantum Mission (NQM) in India:
• The mission involves the development of secure satellite-based communication systems with Quantum Key Distribution (QKD).
• The mission is a collaborative effort involving the Department of Science & Technology, ISRO, and DRDO.
• The mission’s primary aim is to make India the leading nation in quantum technologies globally.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• c) All three
Solution: B
• The National Quantum Mission (NQM), approved by the Government of India in 2023, aims to bolster India’s capabilities in quantum technologies, covering areas like quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing.
• Statement 1 is correct — The mission specifically includes the development of secure communication systems using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) over both terrestrial and satellite platforms. This aligns with global efforts to enhance cybersecurity using quantum mechanics.
• Statement 2 is also correct — The mission is being implemented under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), with collaborative involvement from major scientific agencies like ISRO, DRDO, and MeitY, ensuring an integrated national approach.
• Statement 3 is incorrect — While ambitious, the mission’s declared goal is to place India among the top six leading nations in quantum technologies, not necessarily the global leader.
Solution: B
• The National Quantum Mission (NQM), approved by the Government of India in 2023, aims to bolster India’s capabilities in quantum technologies, covering areas like quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing.
• Statement 1 is correct — The mission specifically includes the development of secure communication systems using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) over both terrestrial and satellite platforms. This aligns with global efforts to enhance cybersecurity using quantum mechanics.
• Statement 2 is also correct — The mission is being implemented under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), with collaborative involvement from major scientific agencies like ISRO, DRDO, and MeitY, ensuring an integrated national approach.
• Statement 3 is incorrect — While ambitious, the mission’s declared goal is to place India among the top six leading nations in quantum technologies, not necessarily the global leader.
• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Which of the following crops is NOT included under Kharif crops for which MSP is announced? a) Paddy b) Cotton c) Rapeseed and Mustard d) Groundnuts Correct Solution: C Rapeseed and Mustard are listed under Rabi crops, not Kharif crops. The Kharif crop list includes crops such as paddy, cotton, and groundnuts, for which the MSP is announced by the government. Incorrect Solution: C Rapeseed and Mustard are listed under Rabi crops, not Kharif crops. The Kharif crop list includes crops such as paddy, cotton, and groundnuts, for which the MSP is announced by the government.
#### 5. Question
Which of the following crops is NOT included under Kharif crops for which MSP is announced?
• c) Rapeseed and Mustard
• d) Groundnuts
Solution: C
Rapeseed and Mustard are listed under Rabi crops, not Kharif crops. The Kharif crop list includes crops such as paddy, cotton, and groundnuts, for which the MSP is announced by the government.
Solution: C
Rapeseed and Mustard are listed under Rabi crops, not Kharif crops. The Kharif crop list includes crops such as paddy, cotton, and groundnuts, for which the MSP is announced by the government.
• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Regarding the components of PM-AASHA, consider the following statements: Under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), the government covers procurement costs and losses incurred by nodal agencies. The Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) involves both physical procurement and price difference compensation for oilseeds. The Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS) is primarily aimed at rice and wheat procurement. PM-AASHA is focused on ensuring MSP assurance for farmers’ produce. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 1 and 4 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Solution: B Under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), central nodal agencies such as NAFED and FCI procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra, and the government bears the procurement costs and any losses incurred. PM-AASHA is designed to ensure MSP assurance for farmers, helping to stabilize prices and support their income. Statement 2 is incorrect because the PDPS does not involve physical procurement; it only compensates the price difference between the mandi prices and MSP for oilseeds. Statement 3 is also incorrect as the PPPS is focused on oilseeds, not rice and wheat. About PM AASHA: Scheme Component Description Objective Ensure remunerative prices for farmers through Minimum Support Price (MSP) assurance. Announced in 2018 budget. Aim Strengthen the procurement mechanism to improve farmers’ income. Components 1. Price Support Scheme (PSS) 2. Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) 3. Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS) Price Support Scheme (PSS) Central nodal agencies (NAFED, FCI) will procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra. 25% of marketable surplus will be procured. Government covers procurement costs and losses. Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) State pays the difference between mandi prices and MSP for oilseeds. No physical procurement involved. Modeled on schemes from Madhya Pradesh and Haryana. Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS) Piloted in select districts. Private agencies procure oilseeds at MSP in coordination with the government when prices fall below MSP. Incorrect Solution: B Under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), central nodal agencies such as NAFED and FCI procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra, and the government bears the procurement costs and any losses incurred. PM-AASHA is designed to ensure MSP assurance for farmers, helping to stabilize prices and support their income. Statement 2 is incorrect because the PDPS does not involve physical procurement; it only compensates the price difference between the mandi prices and MSP for oilseeds. Statement 3 is also incorrect as the PPPS is focused on oilseeds, not rice and wheat. About PM AASHA: Scheme Component Description Objective Ensure remunerative prices for farmers through Minimum Support Price (MSP) assurance. Announced in 2018 budget. Aim Strengthen the procurement mechanism to improve farmers’ income. Components 1. Price Support Scheme (PSS) 2. Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) 3. Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS) Price Support Scheme (PSS) Central nodal agencies (NAFED, FCI) will procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra. 25% of marketable surplus will be procured. Government covers procurement costs and losses. Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) State pays the difference between mandi prices and MSP for oilseeds. No physical procurement involved. Modeled on schemes from Madhya Pradesh and Haryana. Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS) Piloted in select districts. Private agencies procure oilseeds at MSP in coordination with the government when prices fall below MSP.
#### 6. Question
Regarding the components of PM-AASHA, consider the following statements:
• Under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), the government covers procurement costs and losses incurred by nodal agencies.
• The Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) involves both physical procurement and price difference compensation for oilseeds.
• The Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS) is primarily aimed at rice and wheat procurement.
• PM-AASHA is focused on ensuring MSP assurance for farmers’ produce.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 1, 2 and 4 only
• (b) 1 and 4 only
• (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Solution: B
Under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), central nodal agencies such as NAFED and FCI procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra, and the government bears the procurement costs and any losses incurred.
PM-AASHA is designed to ensure MSP assurance for farmers, helping to stabilize prices and support their income.
Statement 2 is incorrect because the PDPS does not involve physical procurement; it only compensates the price difference between the mandi prices and MSP for oilseeds.
Statement 3 is also incorrect as the PPPS is focused on oilseeds, not rice and wheat.
About PM AASHA:
Scheme Component | Description
Objective | Ensure remunerative prices for farmers through Minimum Support Price (MSP) assurance. Announced in 2018 budget.
Aim | Strengthen the procurement mechanism to improve farmers’ income.
Components | 1. Price Support Scheme (PSS) 2. Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) 3. Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS)
Price Support Scheme (PSS) | Central nodal agencies (NAFED, FCI) will procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra. 25% of marketable surplus will be procured. Government covers procurement costs and losses.
Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) | State pays the difference between mandi prices and MSP for oilseeds. No physical procurement involved. Modeled on schemes from Madhya Pradesh and Haryana.
Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS) | Piloted in select districts. Private agencies procure oilseeds at MSP in coordination with the government when prices fall below MSP.
Solution: B
Under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), central nodal agencies such as NAFED and FCI procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra, and the government bears the procurement costs and any losses incurred.
PM-AASHA is designed to ensure MSP assurance for farmers, helping to stabilize prices and support their income.
Statement 2 is incorrect because the PDPS does not involve physical procurement; it only compensates the price difference between the mandi prices and MSP for oilseeds.
Statement 3 is also incorrect as the PPPS is focused on oilseeds, not rice and wheat.
About PM AASHA:
Scheme Component | Description
Objective | Ensure remunerative prices for farmers through Minimum Support Price (MSP) assurance. Announced in 2018 budget.
Aim | Strengthen the procurement mechanism to improve farmers’ income.
Components | 1. Price Support Scheme (PSS) 2. Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) 3. Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS)
Price Support Scheme (PSS) | Central nodal agencies (NAFED, FCI) will procure pulses, oilseeds, and copra. 25% of marketable surplus will be procured. Government covers procurement costs and losses.
Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) | State pays the difference between mandi prices and MSP for oilseeds. No physical procurement involved. Modeled on schemes from Madhya Pradesh and Haryana.
Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS) | Piloted in select districts. Private agencies procure oilseeds at MSP in coordination with the government when prices fall below MSP.
• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960: It empowers the Election Commission to directly remove names from the electoral rolls without verification. It allows a person to be registered as a voter in multiple constituencies if they own property there. It provides guidelines for the automatic disqualification of voters who do not participate in elections. How many of the above statements are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect – The Election Commission cannot arbitrarily remove names from electoral rolls; it must follow due process, including verification and public notice. Statement 2 is incorrect – A person cannot be registered in multiple constituencies, as voter registration is based on residence, not property ownership. Statement 3 is incorrect – There is no automatic disqualification for non-voting in India. Unlike Australia or Belgium, voting is not mandatory. Incorrect Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect – The Election Commission cannot arbitrarily remove names from electoral rolls; it must follow due process, including verification and public notice. Statement 2 is incorrect – A person cannot be registered in multiple constituencies, as voter registration is based on residence, not property ownership. Statement 3 is incorrect – There is no automatic disqualification for non-voting in India. Unlike Australia or Belgium, voting is not mandatory.
#### 7. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960:
• It empowers the Election Commission to directly remove names from the electoral rolls without verification.
• It allows a person to be registered as a voter in multiple constituencies if they own property there.
• It provides guidelines for the automatic disqualification of voters who do not participate in elections.
How many of the above statements are incorrect?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• c) All three
Solution: C
• Statement 1 is incorrect – The Election Commission cannot arbitrarily remove names from electoral rolls; it must follow due process, including verification and public notice.
• Statement 2 is incorrect – A person cannot be registered in multiple constituencies, as voter registration is based on residence, not property ownership.
• Statement 3 is incorrect – There is no automatic disqualification for non-voting in India. Unlike Australia or Belgium, voting is not mandatory.
Solution: C
• Statement 1 is incorrect – The Election Commission cannot arbitrarily remove names from electoral rolls; it must follow due process, including verification and public notice.
• Statement 2 is incorrect – A person cannot be registered in multiple constituencies, as voter registration is based on residence, not property ownership.
• Statement 3 is incorrect – There is no automatic disqualification for non-voting in India. Unlike Australia or Belgium, voting is not mandatory.
• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding Defence Acquisition Council (DAC). Statement-I: The Defence Acquisition Council was established to streamline defence personnel administration. Statement-II: The DAC approves capital acquisition proposals and ensures alignment with long-term defence strategy. Which of the following statements is correct? a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Correct Solution: d) Statement-I is incorrect — DAC was not created to manage personnel or human resources; it deals with capital acquisitions like weapons, aircraft, and systems. Statement-II is correct — One of DAC’s primary roles is to approve Acquisition Proposals and align them with the Long-Term Integrated Perspective Plan (LTPP). It provides strategic direction to India’s procurement process and ensures efficiency, transparency, and policy consistency. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement-I is incorrect — DAC was not created to manage personnel or human resources; it deals with capital acquisitions like weapons, aircraft, and systems. Statement-II is correct — One of DAC’s primary roles is to approve Acquisition Proposals and align them with the Long-Term Integrated Perspective Plan (LTPP). It provides strategic direction to India’s procurement process and ensures efficiency, transparency, and policy consistency.
#### 8. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Defence Acquisition Council (DAC).
Statement-I: The Defence Acquisition Council was established to streamline defence personnel administration. Statement-II: The DAC approves capital acquisition proposals and ensures alignment with long-term defence strategy.
Which of the following statements is correct?
• a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
• b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
• c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
• d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Solution: d)
• Statement-I is incorrect — DAC was not created to manage personnel or human resources; it deals with capital acquisitions like weapons, aircraft, and systems.
• Statement-II is correct — One of DAC’s primary roles is to approve Acquisition Proposals and align them with the Long-Term Integrated Perspective Plan (LTPP). It provides strategic direction to India’s procurement process and ensures efficiency, transparency, and policy consistency.
Solution: d)
• Statement-I is incorrect — DAC was not created to manage personnel or human resources; it deals with capital acquisitions like weapons, aircraft, and systems.
• Statement-II is correct — One of DAC’s primary roles is to approve Acquisition Proposals and align them with the Long-Term Integrated Perspective Plan (LTPP). It provides strategic direction to India’s procurement process and ensures efficiency, transparency, and policy consistency.
• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Which of the following is a key difference between civil contempt and criminal contempt? a) Civil contempt is punishable by imprisonment, while criminal contempt is not. b) Civil contempt is only applicable to government entities, while criminal contempt applies to individuals. c) Civil contempt involves disrespecting the authority of the court, while criminal contempt deals with willfully disobeying a court order. d) Criminal contempt involves actions that obstruct the court’s functioning, while civil contempt involves disobeying a court order or breaching legal obligations. Correct Solution: D Civil contempt occurs when a person or entity willfully disobeys a court order or breaches a legal obligation, such as failing to comply with a court judgment. Criminal contempt, on the other hand, involves actions that obstruct or undermine the authority, dignity, or functioning of the court, such as showing disrespect in court or disrupting judicial proceedings. Incorrect Solution: D Civil contempt occurs when a person or entity willfully disobeys a court order or breaches a legal obligation, such as failing to comply with a court judgment. Criminal contempt, on the other hand, involves actions that obstruct or undermine the authority, dignity, or functioning of the court, such as showing disrespect in court or disrupting judicial proceedings.
#### 9. Question
Which of the following is a key difference between civil contempt and criminal contempt?
• a) Civil contempt is punishable by imprisonment, while criminal contempt is not.
• b) Civil contempt is only applicable to government entities, while criminal contempt applies to individuals.
• c) Civil contempt involves disrespecting the authority of the court, while criminal contempt deals with willfully disobeying a court order.
• d) Criminal contempt involves actions that obstruct the court’s functioning, while civil contempt involves disobeying a court order or breaching legal obligations.
Solution: D
Civil contempt occurs when a person or entity willfully disobeys a court order or breaches a legal obligation, such as failing to comply with a court judgment.
Criminal contempt, on the other hand, involves actions that obstruct or undermine the authority, dignity, or functioning of the court, such as showing disrespect in court or disrupting judicial proceedings.
Solution: D
Civil contempt occurs when a person or entity willfully disobeys a court order or breaches a legal obligation, such as failing to comply with a court judgment.
Criminal contempt, on the other hand, involves actions that obstruct or undermine the authority, dignity, or functioning of the court, such as showing disrespect in court or disrupting judicial proceedings.
• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Jordan shares a coastline on which body of water? a) Mediterranean Sea b) Arabian Sea c) Gulf of Aqaba d) Persian Gulf Correct Solution: C Jordan has a coastline along the Gulf of Aqaba, which is part of the Red Sea. This narrow strip of coastline is Jordan’s only access to the sea, and the city of Aqaba is a key port and a hub for tourism and trade. Jordan does not have a coastline on the Mediterranean Sea or Persian Gulf. Incorrect Solution: C Jordan has a coastline along the Gulf of Aqaba, which is part of the Red Sea. This narrow strip of coastline is Jordan’s only access to the sea, and the city of Aqaba is a key port and a hub for tourism and trade. Jordan does not have a coastline on the Mediterranean Sea or Persian Gulf.
#### 10. Question
Jordan shares a coastline on which body of water?
• a) Mediterranean Sea
• b) Arabian Sea
• c) Gulf of Aqaba
• d) Persian Gulf
Solution: C
Jordan has a coastline along the Gulf of Aqaba, which is part of the Red Sea. This narrow strip of coastline is Jordan’s only access to the sea, and the city of Aqaba is a key port and a hub for tourism and trade. Jordan does not have a coastline on the Mediterranean Sea or Persian Gulf.
Solution: C
Jordan has a coastline along the Gulf of Aqaba, which is part of the Red Sea. This narrow strip of coastline is Jordan’s only access to the sea, and the city of Aqaba is a key port and a hub for tourism and trade. Jordan does not have a coastline on the Mediterranean Sea or Persian Gulf.
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