UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 22 November 2025

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 Geological Survey of India (GSI), consider the following statements: It functions as an attached office under the Ministry of Earth Sciences. It was formally established in 1851 primarily to locate coal resources for the expansion of Indian Railways. 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: The Geological Survey of India (GSI) functions as an attached office under the Ministry of Mines, not the Ministry of Earth Sciences. Statement 2 is correct: The GSI was formally established in 1851. Its primary initial objective was to locate coal resources which were essential for the expanding Indian Railways network during the British colonial rule. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect: The Geological Survey of India (GSI) functions as an attached office under the Ministry of Mines, not the Ministry of Earth Sciences. Statement 2 is correct: The GSI was formally established in 1851. Its primary initial objective was to locate coal resources which were essential for the expanding Indian Railways network during the British colonial rule.

#### 1. Question

With reference to the Geological Survey of India (GSI), consider the following statements:

• It functions as an attached office under the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

• It was formally established in 1851 primarily to locate coal resources for the expansion of Indian Railways.

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: The Geological Survey of India (GSI) functions as an attached office under the Ministry of Mines, not the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

• Statement 2 is correct: The GSI was formally established in 1851. Its primary initial objective was to locate coal resources which were essential for the expanding Indian Railways network during the British colonial rule.

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is incorrect: The Geological Survey of India (GSI) functions as an attached office under the Ministry of Mines, not the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court’s Clarification on Governor’s Powers to Assent Bills. Statement I: The Supreme Court has ruled that a Governor cannot withhold assent to a Bill passed by the State Legislature and keep it pending indefinitely. Statement II: Article 200 of the Constitution provides the Governor with the option to withhold assent ‘simpliciter’ without returning the Bill. 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: C Statement I is correct: In its recent clarification, the Supreme Court Constitution Bench held that “prolonged, unexplained, indefinite inaction” by Governors is unconstitutional. The Governor cannot keep a Bill pending indefinitely; they must act “as soon as possible.” Statement II is incorrect: The Supreme Court clarified that the Governor cannot “withhold assent simpliciter.” Under Article 200, if a Governor decides to withhold assent, they must return the Bill to the Legislature (provided it is not a Money Bill) with a message. They do not have a fourth option of simply sitting on the Bill (pocket veto) effectively killing it without communication. The options are: Assent, Withhold (and return), or Reserve for the President. Since Statement II is legally incorrect based on the SC interpretation of Article 200, the correct answer is (c). The Court emphasised that the power to withhold assent is linked to the duty to return the bill for reconsideration. Incorrect Solution: C Statement I is correct: In its recent clarification, the Supreme Court Constitution Bench held that “prolonged, unexplained, indefinite inaction” by Governors is unconstitutional. The Governor cannot keep a Bill pending indefinitely; they must act “as soon as possible.” Statement II is incorrect: The Supreme Court clarified that the Governor cannot “withhold assent simpliciter.” Under Article 200, if a Governor decides to withhold assent, they must return the Bill to the Legislature (provided it is not a Money Bill) with a message. They do not have a fourth option of simply sitting on the Bill (pocket veto) effectively killing it without communication. The options are: Assent, Withhold (and return), or Reserve for the President. Since Statement II is legally incorrect based on the SC interpretation of Article 200, the correct answer is (c). The Court emphasised that the power to withhold assent is linked to the duty to return the bill for reconsideration.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court’s Clarification on Governor’s Powers to Assent Bills.

Statement I: The Supreme Court has ruled that a Governor cannot withhold assent to a Bill passed by the State Legislature and keep it pending indefinitely.

Statement II: Article 200 of the Constitution provides the Governor with the option to withhold assent ‘simpliciter’ without returning the Bill.

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: C

• Statement I is correct: In its recent clarification, the Supreme Court Constitution Bench held that “prolonged, unexplained, indefinite inaction” by Governors is unconstitutional. The Governor cannot keep a Bill pending indefinitely; they must act “as soon as possible.”

• Statement II is incorrect: The Supreme Court clarified that the Governor cannot “withhold assent simpliciter.” Under Article 200, if a Governor decides to withhold assent, they must return the Bill to the Legislature (provided it is not a Money Bill) with a message. They do not have a fourth option of simply sitting on the Bill (pocket veto) effectively killing it without communication. The options are: Assent, Withhold (and return), or Reserve for the President.

• Since Statement II is legally incorrect based on the SC interpretation of Article 200, the correct answer is (c). The Court emphasised that the power to withhold assent is linked to the duty to return the bill for reconsideration.

Solution: C

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Index of Eight Core Industries’ (ICI): It is published monthly by the National Statistical Office (NSO). The eight core industries collectively comprise more than 50% of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). The base year for the Index of Eight Core Industries is 2011-12. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect: The Index of Eight Core Industries is published by the Office of the Economic Adviser (OEA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. It is not published by the NSO (which publishes the IIP). Statement 2 is incorrect: While the core industries are a major component of the industrial sector, they collectively make up 27% of the weight of the items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), not more than 50%. Statement 3 is correct: The current base year for the Index of Eight Core Industries is 2011-12, which aligns with the base revision of national accounts. The ICI serves as a lead indicator for the IIP. A stagnation or contraction in the core industries (as seen recently with 0% growth) often signals a broader slowdown in industrial output. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect: The Index of Eight Core Industries is published by the Office of the Economic Adviser (OEA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. It is not published by the NSO (which publishes the IIP). Statement 2 is incorrect: While the core industries are a major component of the industrial sector, they collectively make up 27% of the weight of the items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), not more than 50%. Statement 3 is correct: The current base year for the Index of Eight Core Industries is 2011-12, which aligns with the base revision of national accounts. The ICI serves as a lead indicator for the IIP. A stagnation or contraction in the core industries (as seen recently with 0% growth) often signals a broader slowdown in industrial output.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Index of Eight Core Industries’ (ICI):

• It is published monthly by the National Statistical Office (NSO).

• The eight core industries collectively comprise more than 50% of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP).

• The base year for the Index of Eight Core Industries is 2011-12.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

• Statement 1 is incorrect: The Index of Eight Core Industries is published by the Office of the Economic Adviser (OEA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. It is not published by the NSO (which publishes the IIP).

• Statement 2 is incorrect: While the core industries are a major component of the industrial sector, they collectively make up 27% of the weight of the items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), not more than 50%.

• Statement 3 is correct: The current base year for the Index of Eight Core Industries is 2011-12, which aligns with the base revision of national accounts.

• The ICI serves as a lead indicator for the IIP. A stagnation or contraction in the core industries (as seen recently with 0% growth) often signals a broader slowdown in industrial output.

Solution: A

• Statement 3 is correct: The current base year for the Index of Eight Core Industries is 2011-12, which aligns with the base revision of national accounts.

• The ICI serves as a lead indicator for the IIP. A stagnation or contraction in the core industries (as seen recently with 0% growth) often signals a broader slowdown in industrial output.

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Colombo Security Conclave’ (CSC): It originated as a Trilateral Maritime Dialogue between India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. Seychelles has announced to become a full member of the Conclave. One of the five pillars of cooperation in the CSC is Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR). The CSC Secretariat is located in New Delhi. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3, and 4 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect: The CSC originated in 2011 as a Trilateral Maritime Dialogue between India, Sri Lanka, and Maldives. Thailand is not a founding member of this dialogue. Statement 2 is correct: Seychelles was previously an observer but has announced its decision to join the CSC as a full member in 2025. Bangladesh also joined recently (2024). Statement 3 is correct: The CSC focuses on five security pillars: Maritime Safety & Security, Counter-Terrorism, Transnational Organised Crime, Cybersecurity, and HADR (Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief). Statement 4 is incorrect: The founding documents and the CSC Secretariat were formalised in Colombo, not New Delhi. Incorrect Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect: The CSC originated in 2011 as a Trilateral Maritime Dialogue between India, Sri Lanka, and Maldives. Thailand is not a founding member of this dialogue. Statement 2 is correct: Seychelles was previously an observer but has announced its decision to join the CSC as a full member in 2025. Bangladesh also joined recently (2024). Statement 3 is correct: The CSC focuses on five security pillars: Maritime Safety & Security, Counter-Terrorism, Transnational Organised Crime, Cybersecurity, and HADR (Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief). Statement 4 is incorrect: The founding documents and the CSC Secretariat were formalised in Colombo, not New Delhi.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Colombo Security Conclave’ (CSC):

• It originated as a Trilateral Maritime Dialogue between India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

• Seychelles has announced to become a full member of the Conclave.

• One of the five pillars of cooperation in the CSC is Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR).

• The CSC Secretariat is located in New Delhi.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• (a) 1, 2 and 3 only

• (b) 1, 3, and 4 only

• (c) 2 and 3 only

• (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Solution: C

• Statement 1 is incorrect: The CSC originated in 2011 as a Trilateral Maritime Dialogue between India, Sri Lanka, and Maldives. Thailand is not a founding member of this dialogue.

• Statement 2 is correct: Seychelles was previously an observer but has announced its decision to join the CSC as a full member in 2025. Bangladesh also joined recently (2024).

• Statement 3 is correct: The CSC focuses on five security pillars: Maritime Safety & Security, Counter-Terrorism, Transnational Organised Crime, Cybersecurity, and HADR (Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief).

• Statement 4 is incorrect: The founding documents and the CSC Secretariat were formalised in Colombo, not New Delhi.

Solution: C

• Statement 1 is incorrect: The CSC originated in 2011 as a Trilateral Maritime Dialogue between India, Sri Lanka, and Maldives. Thailand is not a founding member of this dialogue.

• Statement 2 is correct: Seychelles was previously an observer but has announced its decision to join the CSC as a full member in 2025. Bangladesh also joined recently (2024).

• Statement 4 is incorrect: The founding documents and the CSC Secretariat were formalised in Colombo, not New Delhi.

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points With reference to the phenomenon of ‘Cold Wave’ in India, consider the following statements: A cold wave is declared in the plains if the minimum temperature is ≤10°C and the departure from normal is between –4.5°C to –6.4°C. The formation of a cold wave is aided by the presence of low-pressure systems and high moisture content in the atmosphere. Urban areas usually experience more severe cold wave conditions compared to surrounding rural areas due to the ‘Urban Heat Island’ effect. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is correct: According to the IMD criteria for plains, a Cold Wave is declared when the minimum temperature is ≤10°C and the departure from normal is –4.5°C to –6.4°C. (Or if the temp is ≤4°C regardless of departure). Statement 2 is incorrect: Cold waves are mechanistically caused by high-pressure systems (not low) over North/Northwest India which push cold, dry continental winds. Furthermore, clear skies and low moisture (not high moisture) are required to allow rapid radiational cooling at night. Statement 3 is incorrect: Urban areas typically experience milder cooling compared to rural or open landscapes. This is due to the Urban Heat Island effect, where concrete structures and pollution trap heat, keeping city temperatures slightly higher than the surrounding countryside. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is correct: According to the IMD criteria for plains, a Cold Wave is declared when the minimum temperature is ≤10°C and the departure from normal is –4.5°C to –6.4°C. (Or if the temp is ≤4°C regardless of departure). Statement 2 is incorrect: Cold waves are mechanistically caused by high-pressure systems (not low) over North/Northwest India which push cold, dry continental winds. Furthermore, clear skies and low moisture (not high moisture) are required to allow rapid radiational cooling at night. Statement 3 is incorrect: Urban areas typically experience milder cooling compared to rural or open landscapes. This is due to the Urban Heat Island effect, where concrete structures and pollution trap heat, keeping city temperatures slightly higher than the surrounding countryside.

#### 5. Question

With reference to the phenomenon of ‘Cold Wave’ in India, consider the following statements:

• A cold wave is declared in the plains if the minimum temperature is ≤10°C and the departure from normal is between –4.5°C to –6.4°C.

• The formation of a cold wave is aided by the presence of low-pressure systems and high moisture content in the atmosphere.

• Urban areas usually experience more severe cold wave conditions compared to surrounding rural areas due to the ‘Urban Heat Island’ effect.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

• Statement 1 is correct: According to the IMD criteria for plains, a Cold Wave is declared when the minimum temperature is ≤10°C and the departure from normal is –4.5°C to –6.4°C. (Or if the temp is ≤4°C regardless of departure).

• Statement 2 is incorrect: Cold waves are mechanistically caused by high-pressure systems (not low) over North/Northwest India which push cold, dry continental winds. Furthermore, clear skies and low moisture (not high moisture) are required to allow rapid radiational cooling at night.

• Statement 3 is incorrect: Urban areas typically experience milder cooling compared to rural or open landscapes. This is due to the Urban Heat Island effect, where concrete structures and pollution trap heat, keeping city temperatures slightly higher than the surrounding countryside.

Solution: A

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the coastal security exercise ‘Sagar Kavach’: It is a biannual exercise conducted exclusively by the Indian Navy. It aims to validate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) against seaborne threats and infiltration. The exercise involves the use of “Red Force” teams to simulate realistic enemy infiltration attempts. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 2 and 3 only Correct Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect: While the Indian Navy participates, the exercise is hosted and coordinated by the Indian Coast Guard. It is a multi-agency exercise involving the Navy, Coastal Police, Customs, Intelligence agencies, etc., not exclusively the Navy. Statement 2 is correct: The primary aim is to validate SOPs for coastal security and assess preparedness against threats like terrorism, smuggling, and sabotage. Statement 3 is correct: To ensure realism, the exercise employs “Red Force” teams acting as dummy intruders/terrorists to test the vigilance of the “Blue Force” (security agencies). This helps in gauging real-time vulnerabilities. Incorrect Solution: D Statement 1 is incorrect: While the Indian Navy participates, the exercise is hosted and coordinated by the Indian Coast Guard. It is a multi-agency exercise involving the Navy, Coastal Police, Customs, Intelligence agencies, etc., not exclusively the Navy. Statement 2 is correct: The primary aim is to validate SOPs for coastal security and assess preparedness against threats like terrorism, smuggling, and sabotage. Statement 3 is correct: To ensure realism, the exercise employs “Red Force” teams acting as dummy intruders/terrorists to test the vigilance of the “Blue Force” (security agencies). This helps in gauging real-time vulnerabilities.

#### 6. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the coastal security exercise ‘Sagar Kavach’:

• It is a biannual exercise conducted exclusively by the Indian Navy.

• It aims to validate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) against seaborne threats and infiltration.

• The exercise involves the use of “Red Force” teams to simulate realistic enemy infiltration attempts.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• (a) 3 only

• (b) 1 and 3 only

• (c) 1, 2 and 3

• (d) 2 and 3 only

Solution: D

• Statement 1 is incorrect: While the Indian Navy participates, the exercise is hosted and coordinated by the Indian Coast Guard. It is a multi-agency exercise involving the Navy, Coastal Police, Customs, Intelligence agencies, etc., not exclusively the Navy.

• Statement 2 is correct: The primary aim is to validate SOPs for coastal security and assess preparedness against threats like terrorism, smuggling, and sabotage.

• Statement 3 is correct: To ensure realism, the exercise employs “Red Force” teams acting as dummy intruders/terrorists to test the vigilance of the “Blue Force” (security agencies). This helps in gauging real-time vulnerabilities.

Solution: D

• Statement 2 is correct: The primary aim is to validate SOPs for coastal security and assess preparedness against threats like terrorism, smuggling, and sabotage.

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points With reference to the island nation of Seychelles, consider the following statements: It is the smallest and least populated country in Africa. It is an archipelago located in the eastern Indian Ocean, closer to Indonesia than Africa. It comprises both granitic and coral islands. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct: Seychelles is a sovereign island nation and is Africa’s smallest and least populated country. Statement 2 is incorrect: Seychelles is located in the Western Indian Ocean, approximately 1500 km east of mainland East Africa. It is not in the eastern Indian Ocean near Indonesia. Statement 3 is correct: Geologically, Seychelles is unique as it comprises both granitic islands (like Mahé) and coral Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct: Seychelles is a sovereign island nation and is Africa’s smallest and least populated country. Statement 2 is incorrect: Seychelles is located in the Western Indian Ocean, approximately 1500 km east of mainland East Africa. It is not in the eastern Indian Ocean near Indonesia. Statement 3 is correct: Geologically, Seychelles is unique as it comprises both granitic islands (like Mahé) and coral

#### 7. Question

With reference to the island nation of Seychelles, consider the following statements:

• It is the smallest and least populated country in Africa.

• It is an archipelago located in the eastern Indian Ocean, closer to Indonesia than Africa.

• It comprises both granitic and coral islands.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is correct: Seychelles is a sovereign island nation and is Africa’s smallest and least populated country.

• Statement 2 is incorrect: Seychelles is located in the Western Indian Ocean, approximately 1500 km east of mainland East Africa. It is not in the eastern Indian Ocean near Indonesia.

• Statement 3 is correct: Geologically, Seychelles is unique as it comprises both granitic islands (like Mahé) and coral

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is correct: Seychelles is a sovereign island nation and is Africa’s smallest and least populated country.

• Statement 2 is incorrect: Seychelles is located in the Western Indian Ocean, approximately 1500 km east of mainland East Africa. It is not in the eastern Indian Ocean near Indonesia.

• Statement 3 is correct: Geologically, Seychelles is unique as it comprises both granitic islands (like Mahé) and coral

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Which of the following sectors are included in the ‘Eight Core Industries’ of India? Cement Textiles Natural Gas Fertilizers Automobile Select the correct answer using the code given below: (a) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only (b) 2, 3 and 5 only (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only Correct Solution: D The Eight Core Industries are: Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement, and Electricity. Textiles (2) and Automobile (5) are not part of the Eight Core Industries index, although they are part of the broader Index of Industrial Production (IIP). Incorrect Solution: D The Eight Core Industries are: Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement, and Electricity. Textiles (2) and Automobile (5) are not part of the Eight Core Industries index, although they are part of the broader Index of Industrial Production (IIP).

#### 8. Question

Which of the following sectors are included in the ‘Eight Core Industries’ of India?

• Natural Gas

• Fertilizers

• Automobile

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• (a) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only

• (b) 2, 3 and 5 only

• (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

• (d) 1, 3 and 4 only

Solution: D

• The Eight Core Industries are: Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement, and Electricity.

• Textiles (2) and Automobile (5) are not part of the Eight Core Industries index, although they are part of the broader Index of Industrial Production (IIP).

Solution: D

• The Eight Core Industries are: Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement, and Electricity.

• Textiles (2) and Automobile (5) are not part of the Eight Core Industries index, although they are part of the broader Index of Industrial Production (IIP).

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the Regional Open Digital Health Summit 2025: It serves as a platform for High-Income Countries (HICs) to sell digital health technology to Low-and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). It highlights the use of Generative AI in diagnostics and clinical documentation. It promotes the fragmentation of health information systems to ensure data privacy. How many of the above statements are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect: The summit is a capacity-building forum specifically for LMICs (Low and Middle-Income Countries) to harmonize policy and build their own It is not a sales platform for HICs, but a collaborative platform for standards-based transformation. Statement 2 is correct: The summit includes showcases on Generative AI applications in diagnostics, clinical documentation, and health data analytics, demonstrated by innovators like Google and IIT Delhi. Statement 3 is incorrect: A key objective is to integrate and modernize legacy systems to reduce fragmentation (silos), not promote it. Interoperability is the core theme. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect: The summit is a capacity-building forum specifically for LMICs (Low and Middle-Income Countries) to harmonize policy and build their own It is not a sales platform for HICs, but a collaborative platform for standards-based transformation. Statement 2 is correct: The summit includes showcases on Generative AI applications in diagnostics, clinical documentation, and health data analytics, demonstrated by innovators like Google and IIT Delhi. Statement 3 is incorrect: A key objective is to integrate and modernize legacy systems to reduce fragmentation (silos), not promote it. Interoperability is the core theme.

#### 9. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Regional Open Digital Health Summit 2025:

• It serves as a platform for High-Income Countries (HICs) to sell digital health technology to Low-and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs).

• It highlights the use of Generative AI in diagnostics and clinical documentation.

• It promotes the fragmentation of health information systems to ensure data privacy.

How many of the above statements are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is incorrect: The summit is a capacity-building forum specifically for LMICs (Low and Middle-Income Countries) to harmonize policy and build their own It is not a sales platform for HICs, but a collaborative platform for standards-based transformation.

• Statement 2 is correct: The summit includes showcases on Generative AI applications in diagnostics, clinical documentation, and health data analytics, demonstrated by innovators like Google and IIT Delhi.

• Statement 3 is incorrect: A key objective is to integrate and modernize legacy systems to reduce fragmentation (silos), not promote it. Interoperability is the core theme.

Solution: B

• Statement 3 is incorrect: A key objective is to integrate and modernize legacy systems to reduce fragmentation (silos), not promote it. Interoperability is the core theme.

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Regarding the significance of the AMRIT Pharmacy initiative, consider the following statements: It is crucial for strengthening the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) goal by reducing catastrophic health expenditure, particularly in tertiary care. The initiative’s primary financial goal is achieved by distributing branded generic medicines purchased at subsidised rates from WHO-certified manufacturers. It specifically focuses on the integration of traditional Ayurvedic medicines into its core list of discounted life-saving drugs and implants. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is correct. The AMRIT initiative’s significance is the massive reduction of out-of-pocket expenditure (OOP), offering 50–90% discounts on critical and often expensive medicines (like oncology drugs) and implants. This directly contributes to Affordable Healthcare Access and supports the government’s mission for Universal Health Coverage (UHC) under Ayushman Bharat. Statement 2 is incorrect. The focus is on the deep discounts provided to the patient at the point of sale, using quality branded and branded-generic medicines. The mechanism described for sourcing is not the primary financial goal, which is patient savings (₹8,400 crore in savings). Statement 3 is incorrect. While the initiative has included the integration of Ayurvedic medicines as an ‘enhanced service’ feature in multi-disciplinary institutes, its core discounted product list remains focused on life-saving allopathic medicines, implants, and consumables for high-burden diseases. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is correct. The AMRIT initiative’s significance is the massive reduction of out-of-pocket expenditure (OOP), offering 50–90% discounts on critical and often expensive medicines (like oncology drugs) and implants. This directly contributes to Affordable Healthcare Access and supports the government’s mission for Universal Health Coverage (UHC) under Ayushman Bharat. Statement 2 is incorrect. The focus is on the deep discounts provided to the patient at the point of sale, using quality branded and branded-generic medicines. The mechanism described for sourcing is not the primary financial goal, which is patient savings (₹8,400 crore in savings). Statement 3 is incorrect. While the initiative has included the integration of Ayurvedic medicines as an ‘enhanced service’ feature in multi-disciplinary institutes, its core discounted product list remains focused on life-saving allopathic medicines, implants, and consumables for high-burden diseases.

#### 10. Question

Regarding the significance of the AMRIT Pharmacy initiative, consider the following statements:

• It is crucial for strengthening the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) goal by reducing catastrophic health expenditure, particularly in tertiary care.

• The initiative’s primary financial goal is achieved by distributing branded generic medicines purchased at subsidised rates from WHO-certified manufacturers.

• It specifically focuses on the integration of traditional Ayurvedic medicines into its core list of discounted life-saving drugs and implants.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

• Statement 1 is correct. The AMRIT initiative’s significance is the massive reduction of out-of-pocket expenditure (OOP), offering 50–90% discounts on critical and often expensive medicines (like oncology drugs) and implants. This directly contributes to Affordable Healthcare Access and supports the government’s mission for Universal Health Coverage (UHC) under Ayushman Bharat.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The focus is on the deep discounts provided to the patient at the point of sale, using quality branded and branded-generic medicines. The mechanism described for sourcing is not the primary financial goal, which is patient savings (₹8,400 crore in savings).

• Statement 3 is incorrect. While the initiative has included the integration of Ayurvedic medicines as an ‘enhanced service’ feature in multi-disciplinary institutes, its core discounted product list remains focused on life-saving allopathic medicines, implants, and consumables for high-burden diseases.

Solution: A

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