UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 11 September 2025

The Current Affairs Quiz 2024 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 Consider the following statements regarding Exercise Zapad 2025: It is a bilateral military exercise exclusively between India and Russia. The primary focus of the exercise is on high-intensity conventional warfare and counter-terrorism operations. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. Exercise Zapad is a multilateral military exercise hosted by Russia, with participation from India and several other partner nations. It is not an exclusive bilateral exercise between India and Russia. Statement 2 is correct. The exercise is designed to simulate high-intensity conventional warfare and counter-terrorism operations in a multinational setting, aiming to enhance the interoperability and tactical capabilities of the participating forces. The modern iteration of the Zapad series of exercises is conducted on a quadrennial basis (every four years). The first of the modern series was held in 2009. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. Exercise Zapad is a multilateral military exercise hosted by Russia, with participation from India and several other partner nations. It is not an exclusive bilateral exercise between India and Russia. Statement 2 is correct. The exercise is designed to simulate high-intensity conventional warfare and counter-terrorism operations in a multinational setting, aiming to enhance the interoperability and tactical capabilities of the participating forces. The modern iteration of the Zapad series of exercises is conducted on a quadrennial basis (every four years). The first of the modern series was held in 2009.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Exercise Zapad 2025:

• It is a bilateral military exercise exclusively between India and Russia.

• The primary focus of the exercise is on high-intensity conventional warfare and counter-terrorism operations.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• (a) 1 only

• (b) 2 only

• (c) Both 1 and 2

• (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is incorrect. Exercise Zapad is a multilateral military exercise hosted by Russia, with participation from India and several other partner nations. It is not an exclusive bilateral exercise between India and Russia.

• Statement 2 is correct. The exercise is designed to simulate high-intensity conventional warfare and counter-terrorism operations in a multinational setting, aiming to enhance the interoperability and tactical capabilities of the participating forces.

• The modern iteration of the Zapad series of exercises is conducted on a quadrennial basis (every four years). The first of the modern series was held in 2009.

Solution: B

• The modern iteration of the Zapad series of exercises is conducted on a quadrennial basis (every four years). The first of the modern series was held in 2009.

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Regarding the Office of the Vice President of India, which of the following statements is/are correct? The Vice President must be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha. The Vice President acts as the ex-officio Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha. The Vice President can be removed by a resolution passed by the Rajya Sabha with a simple majority and agreed to by the Lok Sabha. The Vice President assumes the office of the President for the remaining term if a vacancy occurs due to the President’s death. Select the correct answer using the code given below: a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. To be eligible for the office of Vice President, a person must be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States), not the Lok Sabha. Statement 2 is correct. As per Article 64 of the Constitution, the Vice President is the ex-officio Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Vice President can be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority (majority of the then total members of the House) and agreed to by the Lok Sabha with a simple majority. Statement 4 is incorrect. If the office of the President falls vacant due to death, resignation, or removal, the Vice President acts as President only until a new President is elected, which must be held within six months of the vacancy. The Vice President does not serve the remainder of the deceased President’s term. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. To be eligible for the office of Vice President, a person must be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States), not the Lok Sabha. Statement 2 is correct. As per Article 64 of the Constitution, the Vice President is the ex-officio Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Vice President can be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority (majority of the then total members of the House) and agreed to by the Lok Sabha with a simple majority. Statement 4 is incorrect. If the office of the President falls vacant due to death, resignation, or removal, the Vice President acts as President only until a new President is elected, which must be held within six months of the vacancy. The Vice President does not serve the remainder of the deceased President’s term.

#### 2. Question

Regarding the Office of the Vice President of India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

• The Vice President must be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha.

• The Vice President acts as the ex-officio Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha.

• The Vice President can be removed by a resolution passed by the Rajya Sabha with a simple majority and agreed to by the Lok Sabha.

• The Vice President assumes the office of the President for the remaining term if a vacancy occurs due to the President’s death.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• a) 1 and 2 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is incorrect. To be eligible for the office of Vice President, a person must be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States), not the Lok Sabha.

• Statement 2 is correct. As per Article 64 of the Constitution, the Vice President is the ex-officio Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The Vice President can be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority (majority of the then total members of the House) and agreed to by the Lok Sabha with a simple majority.

• Statement 4 is incorrect. If the office of the President falls vacant due to death, resignation, or removal, the Vice President acts as President only until a new President is elected, which must be held within six months of the vacancy. The Vice President does not serve the remainder of the deceased President’s term.

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is incorrect. To be eligible for the office of Vice President, a person must be qualified for election as a member of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States), not the Lok Sabha.

• Statement 2 is correct. As per Article 64 of the Constitution, the Vice President is the ex-officio Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha.

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding AdFalciVax Vaccine: Statement-I: The development of the indigenous AdFalciVax malaria vaccine is a significant step towards achieving India’s Malaria Elimination Goal 2030. Statement-II: AdFalciVax is a multi-stage vaccine that targets the malaria parasite before it enters the bloodstream, thereby blocking both infection and transmission. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? 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: A Statement-I is correct. The development of an indigenous malaria vaccine like AdFalciVax is a crucial milestone for India, which carries a significant burden of malaria cases in Southeast Asia. An effective and affordable domestic vaccine will boost the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative in healthcare R&D and reduce dependence on imported vaccines, thereby contributing to the National Framework for Malaria Elimination in India (2016-2030). Statement-II is also correct. AdFalciVax is a recombinant chimeric multi-stage vaccine that targets the Plasmodium falciparum parasite at multiple stages of its life cycle. By targeting the parasite before it enters the bloodstream, the vaccine aims to prevent infection in individuals and also minimize the transmission of the parasite within the community. The multi-stage action of the vaccine is the key feature that makes it effective in contributing to malaria elimination goals. Incorrect Solution: A Statement-I is correct. The development of an indigenous malaria vaccine like AdFalciVax is a crucial milestone for India, which carries a significant burden of malaria cases in Southeast Asia. An effective and affordable domestic vaccine will boost the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative in healthcare R&D and reduce dependence on imported vaccines, thereby contributing to the National Framework for Malaria Elimination in India (2016-2030). Statement-II is also correct. AdFalciVax is a recombinant chimeric multi-stage vaccine that targets the Plasmodium falciparum parasite at multiple stages of its life cycle. By targeting the parasite before it enters the bloodstream, the vaccine aims to prevent infection in individuals and also minimize the transmission of the parasite within the community. The multi-stage action of the vaccine is the key feature that makes it effective in contributing to malaria elimination goals.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding AdFalciVax Vaccine:

Statement-I: The development of the indigenous AdFalciVax malaria vaccine is a significant step towards achieving India’s Malaria Elimination Goal 2030.

Statement-II: AdFalciVax is a multi-stage vaccine that targets the malaria parasite before it enters the bloodstream, thereby blocking both infection and transmission.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

• 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: A

• Statement-I is correct. The development of an indigenous malaria vaccine like AdFalciVax is a crucial milestone for India, which carries a significant burden of malaria cases in Southeast Asia. An effective and affordable domestic vaccine will boost the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative in healthcare R&D and reduce dependence on imported vaccines, thereby contributing to the National Framework for Malaria Elimination in India (2016-2030).

• Statement-II is also correct. AdFalciVax is a recombinant chimeric multi-stage vaccine that targets the Plasmodium falciparum parasite at multiple stages of its life cycle. By targeting the parasite before it enters the bloodstream, the vaccine aims to prevent infection in individuals and also minimize the transmission of the parasite within the community. The multi-stage action of the vaccine is the key feature that makes it effective in contributing to malaria elimination goals.

Solution: A

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points With reference to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), consider the following statements: It is built on the White Nile River in Ethiopia. The dam is a joint project between Ethiopia, Sudan, and Egypt. The Blue Nile originates from Lake Victoria. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is constructed on the Blue Nile River, not the White Nile, in the Guba region of Ethiopia. The Blue Nile is the main tributary of the Nile River, contributing about 85% of its water. Statement 2 is incorrect. The GERD is a unilateral project initiated by Ethiopia in 2011. It is not a joint project with Sudan and Egypt. In fact, the dam has been a source of significant geopolitical tension between the three countries, with Egypt and Sudan raising concerns about its impact on their water security. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Blue Nile originates from a spring near Lake Tana in the Ethiopian highlands, not Lake Victoria. Lake Victoria is the source of the White Nile. Incorrect Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is constructed on the Blue Nile River, not the White Nile, in the Guba region of Ethiopia. The Blue Nile is the main tributary of the Nile River, contributing about 85% of its water. Statement 2 is incorrect. The GERD is a unilateral project initiated by Ethiopia in 2011. It is not a joint project with Sudan and Egypt. In fact, the dam has been a source of significant geopolitical tension between the three countries, with Egypt and Sudan raising concerns about its impact on their water security. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Blue Nile originates from a spring near Lake Tana in the Ethiopian highlands, not Lake Victoria. Lake Victoria is the source of the White Nile.

#### 4. Question

With reference to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), consider the following statements:

• It is built on the White Nile River in Ethiopia.

• The dam is a joint project between Ethiopia, Sudan, and Egypt.

• The Blue Nile originates from Lake Victoria.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: C

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is constructed on the Blue Nile River, not the White Nile, in the Guba region of Ethiopia. The Blue Nile is the main tributary of the Nile River, contributing about 85% of its water.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The GERD is a unilateral project initiated by Ethiopia in 2011. It is not a joint project with Sudan and Egypt. In fact, the dam has been a source of significant geopolitical tension between the three countries, with Egypt and Sudan raising concerns about its impact on their water security.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The Blue Nile originates from a spring near Lake Tana in the Ethiopian highlands, not Lake Victoria. Lake Victoria is the source of the White Nile.

Solution: C

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The Blue Nile originates from a spring near Lake Tana in the Ethiopian highlands, not Lake Victoria. Lake Victoria is the source of the White Nile.

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about the Lankhong Puja and the Tiwa tribe: Lankhong Puja is a festival celebrated by the Tiwa tribe to mark the beginning of the Kharif crop season. The Tiwa tribe is of Dravidian origin and is primarily found in the state of Arunachal Pradesh. The Tiwa language belongs to the Austroasiatic language family. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect. Lankhong Puja is celebrated by the Tiwa tribe to offer prayers for a good harvest in the upcoming Rabi season, not the Kharif season. The Rabi cropping season in India is from October to March. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Tiwa tribe, also known as Lalung, belongs to the Mongoloid ethnic group, not Dravidian. They are primarily found in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and Tripura, not Arunachal Pradesh. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Tiwa language is part of the Tibeto-Burman language family, which is a branch of the Sino-Tibetan language family. It is not an Austroasiatic language. Incorrect Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect. Lankhong Puja is celebrated by the Tiwa tribe to offer prayers for a good harvest in the upcoming Rabi season, not the Kharif season. The Rabi cropping season in India is from October to March. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Tiwa tribe, also known as Lalung, belongs to the Mongoloid ethnic group, not Dravidian. They are primarily found in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and Tripura, not Arunachal Pradesh. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Tiwa language is part of the Tibeto-Burman language family, which is a branch of the Sino-Tibetan language family. It is not an Austroasiatic language.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about the Lankhong Puja and the Tiwa tribe:

• Lankhong Puja is a festival celebrated by the Tiwa tribe to mark the beginning of the Kharif crop season.

• The Tiwa tribe is of Dravidian origin and is primarily found in the state of Arunachal Pradesh.

• The Tiwa language belongs to the Austroasiatic language family.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: D

• Statement 1 is incorrect. Lankhong Puja is celebrated by the Tiwa tribe to offer prayers for a good harvest in the upcoming Rabi season, not the Kharif season. The Rabi cropping season in India is from October to March.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The Tiwa tribe, also known as Lalung, belongs to the Mongoloid ethnic group, not Dravidian. They are primarily found in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and Tripura, not Arunachal Pradesh.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The Tiwa language is part of the Tibeto-Burman language family, which is a branch of the Sino-Tibetan language family. It is not an Austroasiatic language.

Solution: D

Statement 3 is incorrect. The Tiwa language is part of the Tibeto-Burman language family, which is a branch of the Sino-Tibetan language family. It is not an Austroasiatic language.

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points The U.K. India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB) aims to: a) Provide direct funding from the U.K. government for infrastructure projects in India. b) Create a common market for infrastructure goods between the two countries. c) Mobilise global private capital for India’s sustainable infrastructure projects. d) Facilitate the migration of skilled labor for infrastructure projects. Correct Solution: C The U.K. India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB) is a bilateral initiative designed to accelerate the mobilisation of international private sector investments for India’s sustainable infrastructure projects. It is a collaborative effort between NITI Aayog and the City of London Corporation. The UKIIFB focuses on aligning Indian procurement with global best practices, ensuring adherence to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, and addressing barriers to investment such as revenue risks and taxation issues. It does not involve direct funding from the U.K. government, the creation of a common market, or the facilitation of labor migration. Its primary function is to act as a bridge to attract private capital from global financial markets to meet India’s vast infrastructure needs, estimated to be around $2 trillion by 2030. Incorrect Solution: C The U.K. India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB) is a bilateral initiative designed to accelerate the mobilisation of international private sector investments for India’s sustainable infrastructure projects. It is a collaborative effort between NITI Aayog and the City of London Corporation. The UKIIFB focuses on aligning Indian procurement with global best practices, ensuring adherence to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, and addressing barriers to investment such as revenue risks and taxation issues. It does not involve direct funding from the U.K. government, the creation of a common market, or the facilitation of labor migration. Its primary function is to act as a bridge to attract private capital from global financial markets to meet India’s vast infrastructure needs, estimated to be around $2 trillion by 2030.

#### 6. Question

The U.K. India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB) aims to:

• a) Provide direct funding from the U.K. government for infrastructure projects in India.

• b) Create a common market for infrastructure goods between the two countries.

• c) Mobilise global private capital for India’s sustainable infrastructure projects.

• d) Facilitate the migration of skilled labor for infrastructure projects.

Solution: C

• The U.K. India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB) is a bilateral initiative designed to accelerate the mobilisation of international private sector investments for India’s sustainable infrastructure projects.

• It is a collaborative effort between NITI Aayog and the City of London Corporation. The UKIIFB focuses on aligning Indian procurement with global best practices, ensuring adherence to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, and addressing barriers to investment such as revenue risks and taxation issues.

• It does not involve direct funding from the U.K. government, the creation of a common market, or the facilitation of labor migration. Its primary function is to act as a bridge to attract private capital from global financial markets to meet India’s vast infrastructure needs, estimated to be around $2 trillion by 2030.

Solution: C

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points With reference to the AdFalciVax malaria vaccine, consider the following statements: It is a live-attenuated vaccine developed by the Serum Institute of India. The vaccine is effective only against the Plasmodium vivax It has been developed with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect. AdFalciVax is a recombinant chimeric multi-stage vaccine, not a live-attenuated vaccine. It was developed by the ICMR–Regional Medical Research Centre (RMRC), Bhubaneswar, with support from other ICMR institutes and the National Institute of Immunology (NII), New Delhi. Statement 2 is incorrect. The vaccine is designed to block infection and transmission of Plasmodium falciparum, which is the deadliest malaria parasite. It is not for Plasmodium vivax. Statement 3 is incorrect. The development was an indigenous effort by Indian research institutions. Incorrect Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect. AdFalciVax is a recombinant chimeric multi-stage vaccine, not a live-attenuated vaccine. It was developed by the ICMR–Regional Medical Research Centre (RMRC), Bhubaneswar, with support from other ICMR institutes and the National Institute of Immunology (NII), New Delhi. Statement 2 is incorrect. The vaccine is designed to block infection and transmission of Plasmodium falciparum, which is the deadliest malaria parasite. It is not for Plasmodium vivax. Statement 3 is incorrect. The development was an indigenous effort by Indian research institutions.

#### 7. Question

With reference to the AdFalciVax malaria vaccine, consider the following statements:

• It is a live-attenuated vaccine developed by the Serum Institute of India.

• The vaccine is effective only against the Plasmodium vivax

• It has been developed with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: D

• Statement 1 is incorrect. AdFalciVax is a recombinant chimeric multi-stage vaccine, not a live-attenuated vaccine. It was developed by the ICMR–Regional Medical Research Centre (RMRC), Bhubaneswar, with support from other ICMR institutes and the National Institute of Immunology (NII), New Delhi.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The vaccine is designed to block infection and transmission of Plasmodium falciparum, which is the deadliest malaria parasite. It is not for Plasmodium vivax.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The development was an indigenous effort by Indian research institutions.

Solution: D

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The vaccine is designed to block infection and transmission of Plasmodium falciparum, which is the deadliest malaria parasite. It is not for Plasmodium vivax.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The development was an indigenous effort by Indian research institutions.

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points With respect to the National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL), which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament. The NCEL has been promoted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It aims to facilitate the export of only agricultural and allied products. The headquarters of NCEL is in New Delhi. Select the correct answer using the code given below: a) 1 and 2 only b) 4 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. The National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) is a multi-state cooperative society registered under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002. It is not a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament. Statement 2 is incorrect. The NCEL has been promoted by major cooperative institutions in India, namely AMUL, IFFCO, KRIBHCO, NAFED, and NCDC, not by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Statement 3 is incorrect. The NCEL aims to facilitate the export of a wide range of products from the cooperative sector, including agri, dairy, fisheries, horticulture, handloom, handicraft, textiles, and allied products. It is not limited to only agricultural and allied products. Statement 4 is correct. The headquarters of the NCEL is located in New Delhi. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. The National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) is a multi-state cooperative society registered under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002. It is not a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament. Statement 2 is incorrect. The NCEL has been promoted by major cooperative institutions in India, namely AMUL, IFFCO, KRIBHCO, NAFED, and NCDC, not by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Statement 3 is incorrect. The NCEL aims to facilitate the export of a wide range of products from the cooperative sector, including agri, dairy, fisheries, horticulture, handloom, handicraft, textiles, and allied products. It is not limited to only agricultural and allied products. Statement 4 is correct. The headquarters of the NCEL is located in New Delhi.

#### 8. Question

With respect to the National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL), which of the following statements is/are correct?

• It is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament.

• The NCEL has been promoted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

• It aims to facilitate the export of only agricultural and allied products.

• The headquarters of NCEL is in New Delhi.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• a) 1 and 2 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) is a multi-state cooperative society registered under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002. It is not a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The NCEL has been promoted by major cooperative institutions in India, namely AMUL, IFFCO, KRIBHCO, NAFED, and NCDC, not by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The NCEL aims to facilitate the export of a wide range of products from the cooperative sector, including agri, dairy, fisheries, horticulture, handloom, handicraft, textiles, and allied products. It is not limited to only agricultural and allied products.

• Statement 4 is correct. The headquarters of the NCEL is located in New Delhi.

Solution: B

• Statement 4 is correct. The headquarters of the NCEL is located in New Delhi.

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the political setup of Nepal: Nepal is a constitutional monarchy with the King as the head of state. The Prime Minister of Nepal is appointed by the President and is not accountable to the Parliament. The legislature of Nepal is unicameral, consisting of only the House of Representatives. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect. Nepal is a Federal Democratic Republic, having abolished the monarchy in 2008. The head of state is the President, who is a ceremonial head. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Prime Minister is the head of government and holds the real executive authority. The Prime Minister is appointed by the President and is accountable to the Parliament. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Federal Parliament of Nepal is bicameral, consisting of the House of Representatives (lower house) and the National Assembly (upper house). Incorrect Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect. Nepal is a Federal Democratic Republic, having abolished the monarchy in 2008. The head of state is the President, who is a ceremonial head. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Prime Minister is the head of government and holds the real executive authority. The Prime Minister is appointed by the President and is accountable to the Parliament. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Federal Parliament of Nepal is bicameral, consisting of the House of Representatives (lower house) and the National Assembly (upper house).

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the political setup of Nepal:

• Nepal is a constitutional monarchy with the King as the head of state.

• The Prime Minister of Nepal is appointed by the President and is not accountable to the Parliament.

• The legislature of Nepal is unicameral, consisting of only the House of Representatives.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: D

• Statement 1 is incorrect. Nepal is a Federal Democratic Republic, having abolished the monarchy in 2008. The head of state is the President, who is a ceremonial head.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The Prime Minister is the head of government and holds the real executive authority. The Prime Minister is appointed by the President and is accountable to the Parliament.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The Federal Parliament of Nepal is bicameral, consisting of the House of Representatives (lower house) and the National Assembly (upper house).

Solution: D

• Statement 1 is incorrect. Nepal is a Federal Democratic Republic, having abolished the monarchy in 2008. The head of state is the President, who is a ceremonial head.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The Federal Parliament of Nepal is bicameral, consisting of the House of Representatives (lower house) and the National Assembly (upper house).

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the military exercise ‘Yudh Abhyas’ and the ‘Malabar Naval Exercise’: Yudh Abhyas is a bilateral army exercise between India and the USA, whereas the Malabar exercise is a multilateral naval exercise involving all four Quad member nations. The 2025 edition of Yudh Abhyas is focused on enhancing interoperability in subarctic warfare, a domain distinct from the maritime security focus of the Malabar exercise. Both exercises were initiated simultaneously under the India-US defence cooperation framework to counter rising threats in the Indo-Pacific. How many of the above statements are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is correct. Yudh Abhyas is strictly a bilateral exercise between the armies of India and the US. The Malabar exercise, while originating as a bilateral India-US naval drill, has expanded to become a multilateral naval exercise involving all four Quad countries: India, the US, Japan, and Australia. Statement 2 is correct. The focus of Yudh Abhyas 2025 in Alaska is on high-altitude and extreme cold climate operations, which is a terrestrial warfare domain. This is fundamentally different from the focus of the Malabar exercise, which centres on maritime cooperation, including anti-submarine warfare, air defence, and joint manoeuvres at sea. Statement 3 is incorrect. The timelines of their initiation are different. Yudh Abhyas was initiated in 2004. The Malabar exercise, however, began much earlier in 1992 as a bilateral naval exercise between India and the United States. Japan became a permanent member in 2015, and Australia rejoined in 2020. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is correct. Yudh Abhyas is strictly a bilateral exercise between the armies of India and the US. The Malabar exercise, while originating as a bilateral India-US naval drill, has expanded to become a multilateral naval exercise involving all four Quad countries: India, the US, Japan, and Australia. Statement 2 is correct. The focus of Yudh Abhyas 2025 in Alaska is on high-altitude and extreme cold climate operations, which is a terrestrial warfare domain. This is fundamentally different from the focus of the Malabar exercise, which centres on maritime cooperation, including anti-submarine warfare, air defence, and joint manoeuvres at sea. Statement 3 is incorrect. The timelines of their initiation are different. Yudh Abhyas was initiated in 2004. The Malabar exercise, however, began much earlier in 1992 as a bilateral naval exercise between India and the United States. Japan became a permanent member in 2015, and Australia rejoined in 2020.

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the military exercise ‘Yudh Abhyas’ and the ‘Malabar Naval Exercise’:

• Yudh Abhyas is a bilateral army exercise between India and the USA, whereas the Malabar exercise is a multilateral naval exercise involving all four Quad member nations.

• The 2025 edition of Yudh Abhyas is focused on enhancing interoperability in subarctic warfare, a domain distinct from the maritime security focus of the Malabar exercise.

• Both exercises were initiated simultaneously under the India-US defence cooperation framework to counter rising threats in the Indo-Pacific.

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

• Statement 1 is correct. Yudh Abhyas is strictly a bilateral exercise between the armies of India and the US. The Malabar exercise, while originating as a bilateral India-US naval drill, has expanded to become a multilateral naval exercise involving all four Quad countries: India, the US, Japan, and Australia.

• Statement 2 is correct. The focus of Yudh Abhyas 2025 in Alaska is on high-altitude and extreme cold climate operations, which is a terrestrial warfare domain. This is fundamentally different from the focus of the Malabar exercise, which centres on maritime cooperation, including anti-submarine warfare, air defence, and joint manoeuvres at sea.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The timelines of their initiation are different. Yudh Abhyas was initiated in 2004. The Malabar exercise, however, began much earlier in 1992 as a bilateral naval exercise between India and the United States. Japan became a permanent member in 2015, and Australia rejoined in 2020.

Solution: A

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