UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 24 May 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. Statement-I: The Yarlung Tsangpo River, originating in Tibet, is a major source of freshwater for several downstream nations and cuts through the Himalayas to enter India. Statement-II: The Tibetan Plateau’s elevation contributes to its role as the origin point for many of Asia’s most significant river systems. 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 Yarlung Tsangpo, which becomes the Brahmaputra in India, originates in Tibet. It is a vital river that flows through the Himalayas (e.g., forming the “Great Bend”) before entering Arunachal Pradesh in India, and subsequently Bangladesh, serving as a crucial water resource. Statement-II is correct. The Tibetan Plateau’s immense average elevation (4,500–5,000 metres) and its vast expanse, which receives and stores significant precipitation in the form of snow and glaciers, make it the source region for many of Asia’s major rivers. These include the Indus, Sutlej, Mekong, Salween, and Yangtze, in addition to the Yarlung Tsangpo. Furthermore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (and for the origin of other rivers). Incorrect Solution: a) Statement-I is correct. The Yarlung Tsangpo, which becomes the Brahmaputra in India, originates in Tibet. It is a vital river that flows through the Himalayas (e.g., forming the “Great Bend”) before entering Arunachal Pradesh in India, and subsequently Bangladesh, serving as a crucial water resource. Statement-II is correct. The Tibetan Plateau’s immense average elevation (4,500–5,000 metres) and its vast expanse, which receives and stores significant precipitation in the form of snow and glaciers, make it the source region for many of Asia’s major rivers. These include the Indus, Sutlej, Mekong, Salween, and Yangtze, in addition to the Yarlung Tsangpo. Furthermore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (and for the origin of other rivers).

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements.

Statement-I: The Yarlung Tsangpo River, originating in Tibet, is a major source of freshwater for several downstream nations and cuts through the Himalayas to enter India.

Statement-II: The Tibetan Plateau’s elevation contributes to its role as the origin point for many of Asia’s most significant river systems.

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 Yarlung Tsangpo, which becomes the Brahmaputra in India, originates in Tibet. It is a vital river that flows through the Himalayas (e.g., forming the “Great Bend”) before entering Arunachal Pradesh in India, and subsequently Bangladesh, serving as a crucial water resource.

• Statement-II is correct. The Tibetan Plateau’s immense average elevation (4,500–5,000 metres) and its vast expanse, which receives and stores significant precipitation in the form of snow and glaciers, make it the source region for many of Asia’s major rivers. These include the Indus, Sutlej, Mekong, Salween, and Yangtze, in addition to the Yarlung Tsangpo.

• Furthermore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (and for the origin of other rivers).

Solution: a)

• Furthermore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (and for the origin of other rivers).

• Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about Geotubing as a coastal protection measure: Geotubes are filled with a specialized chemical grout that solidifies underwater to form a rigid, impermeable barrier. The primary material used for geotextiles in geotubes, polypropylene, is highly susceptible to degradation from UV radiation and microbial action, limiting its lifespan. Geotubing is considered a cost-effective alternative to traditional hard structures like concrete seawalls and is also noted for its relatively easy installation process. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. Geotubes are typically filled with sand or slurry (a mixture of sand and water), not a specialized chemical grout that solidifies into a rigid barrier. Their effectiveness comes from their mass and the properties of the geotextile container. Statement 2 is incorrect. The high-performance woven geotextiles used, typically polypropylene (PP) or polyester (PET), are chosen for their durability and resistance to UV rays, chemicals, and microbial degradation. This resistance contributes to their longevity in harsh marine environments. Statement 3 is correct. Geotubing is generally considered more cost-effective than constructing traditional hard coastal protection structures like concrete or steel seawalls. They are also often easier and quicker to install, requiring less specialized equipment in some cases. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. Geotubes are typically filled with sand or slurry (a mixture of sand and water), not a specialized chemical grout that solidifies into a rigid barrier. Their effectiveness comes from their mass and the properties of the geotextile container. Statement 2 is incorrect. The high-performance woven geotextiles used, typically polypropylene (PP) or polyester (PET), are chosen for their durability and resistance to UV rays, chemicals, and microbial degradation. This resistance contributes to their longevity in harsh marine environments. Statement 3 is correct. Geotubing is generally considered more cost-effective than constructing traditional hard coastal protection structures like concrete or steel seawalls. They are also often easier and quicker to install, requiring less specialized equipment in some cases.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about Geotubing as a coastal protection measure:

• Geotubes are filled with a specialized chemical grout that solidifies underwater to form a rigid, impermeable barrier.

• The primary material used for geotextiles in geotubes, polypropylene, is highly susceptible to degradation from UV radiation and microbial action, limiting its lifespan.

• Geotubing is considered a cost-effective alternative to traditional hard structures like concrete seawalls and is also noted for its relatively easy installation process.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: b)

• Statement 1 is incorrect. Geotubes are typically filled with sand or slurry (a mixture of sand and water), not a specialized chemical grout that solidifies into a rigid barrier. Their effectiveness comes from their mass and the properties of the geotextile container.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The high-performance woven geotextiles used, typically polypropylene (PP) or polyester (PET), are chosen for their durability and resistance to UV rays, chemicals, and microbial degradation. This resistance contributes to their longevity in harsh marine environments.

• Statement 3 is correct. Geotubing is generally considered more cost-effective than constructing traditional hard coastal protection structures like concrete or steel seawalls. They are also often easier and quicker to install, requiring less specialized equipment in some cases.

Solution: b)

• Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Consider the following statements about ‘MY Bharat’ portal. The ‘MY Bharat’ portal aims to act as a bridge, enabling youth to connect with various volunteering opportunities and mentorship programs across India. A key objective of ‘MY Bharat’ is to prepare youth as ‘Amrit Peedhi’ who can act as change-makers for achieving the goals of Viksit Bharat@2047. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: c) Statement 1 is correct. The MY Bharat portal is designed to provide a platform where young individuals can list their skills and interests, and connect with opportunities for volunteering, experiential learning projects with local bodies, businesses, NGOs, and access mentors and peer networks. This effectively makes it a bridge. Statement 2 is correct. One of the explicitly stated objectives of MY Bharat is to prepare youth as change-makers for Amrit Kaal and Viksit Bharat@2047. The term ‘Amrit Peedhi’ is often used in this context to refer to the youth who will lead India towards its 2047 vision. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement 1 is correct. The MY Bharat portal is designed to provide a platform where young individuals can list their skills and interests, and connect with opportunities for volunteering, experiential learning projects with local bodies, businesses, NGOs, and access mentors and peer networks. This effectively makes it a bridge. Statement 2 is correct. One of the explicitly stated objectives of MY Bharat is to prepare youth as change-makers for Amrit Kaal and Viksit Bharat@2047. The term ‘Amrit Peedhi’ is often used in this context to refer to the youth who will lead India towards its 2047 vision.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements about ‘MY Bharat’ portal.

• The ‘MY Bharat’ portal aims to act as a bridge, enabling youth to connect with various volunteering opportunities and mentorship programs across India.

• A key objective of ‘MY Bharat’ is to prepare youth as ‘Amrit Peedhi’ who can act as change-makers for achieving the goals of Viksit Bharat@2047.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) 1 only

• (b) 2 only

• (c) Both 1 and 2

• (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: c)

• Statement 1 is correct. The MY Bharat portal is designed to provide a platform where young individuals can list their skills and interests, and connect with opportunities for volunteering, experiential learning projects with local bodies, businesses, NGOs, and access mentors and peer networks. This effectively makes it a bridge.

• Statement 2 is correct. One of the explicitly stated objectives of MY Bharat is to prepare youth as change-makers for Amrit Kaal and Viksit Bharat@2047. The term ‘Amrit Peedhi’ is often used in this context to refer to the youth who will lead India towards its 2047 vision.

Solution: c)

• Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points With reference to the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) of the IMF, consider the following statements: EFF loans are disbursed as a one-time lump sum upon approval by the IMF Executive Board. Eligibility for an EFF loan requires a country to demonstrate a commitment to implementing IMF-monitored structural reforms. The tenure for repayment of EFF loans is generally shorter than standard IMF loans due to the urgent nature of structural reforms. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. Disbursements under an EFF are not made as a one-time lump sum. Instead, funds are released in tranches (phases). The release of each tranche is conditional upon the borrowing country’s adherence to the agreed-upon policy commitments and successful completion of periodic reviews conducted by the IMF staff. Statement 2 is correct. A critical eligibility criterion for receiving assistance under the EFF is the willingness and ability of the borrowing country to implement a comprehensive program of IMF-monitored structural reforms. These reforms are aimed at addressing the deep-seated economic weaknesses causing the prolonged balance of payments issues. The country must present a credible reform agenda. Statement 3 is incorrect. EFF loans are characterized by an extended period for program implementation (typically 3+ years) and have longer repayment timelines compared to standard IMF loans (like Stand-By Arrangements). This longer timeframe is provided precisely because structural reforms are complex and take time to implement and yield results. The term “Extended” in EFF itself signifies this longer duration. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. Disbursements under an EFF are not made as a one-time lump sum. Instead, funds are released in tranches (phases). The release of each tranche is conditional upon the borrowing country’s adherence to the agreed-upon policy commitments and successful completion of periodic reviews conducted by the IMF staff. Statement 2 is correct. A critical eligibility criterion for receiving assistance under the EFF is the willingness and ability of the borrowing country to implement a comprehensive program of IMF-monitored structural reforms. These reforms are aimed at addressing the deep-seated economic weaknesses causing the prolonged balance of payments issues. The country must present a credible reform agenda. Statement 3 is incorrect. EFF loans are characterized by an extended period for program implementation (typically 3+ years) and have longer repayment timelines compared to standard IMF loans (like Stand-By Arrangements). This longer timeframe is provided precisely because structural reforms are complex and take time to implement and yield results. The term “Extended” in EFF itself signifies this longer duration.

#### 4. Question

With reference to the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) of the IMF, consider the following statements:

• EFF loans are disbursed as a one-time lump sum upon approval by the IMF Executive Board.

• Eligibility for an EFF loan requires a country to demonstrate a commitment to implementing IMF-monitored structural reforms.

• The tenure for repayment of EFF loans is generally shorter than standard IMF loans due to the urgent nature of structural reforms.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: b)

• Statement 1 is incorrect. Disbursements under an EFF are not made as a one-time lump sum. Instead, funds are released in tranches (phases). The release of each tranche is conditional upon the borrowing country’s adherence to the agreed-upon policy commitments and successful completion of periodic reviews conducted by the IMF staff.

• Statement 2 is correct. A critical eligibility criterion for receiving assistance under the EFF is the willingness and ability of the borrowing country to implement a comprehensive program of IMF-monitored structural reforms. These reforms are aimed at addressing the deep-seated economic weaknesses causing the prolonged balance of payments issues. The country must present a credible reform agenda.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. EFF loans are characterized by an extended period for program implementation (typically 3+ years) and have longer repayment timelines compared to standard IMF loans (like Stand-By Arrangements). This longer timeframe is provided precisely because structural reforms are complex and take time to implement and yield results. The term “Extended” in EFF itself signifies this longer duration.

Solution: b)

• Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points Concerning the Shopian District of Jammu & Kashmir, consider the following statements: Shopian is geographically located in the northern part of the Kashmir Valley and shares a border with Ladakh. The district was historically part of the ancient Silk Road, facilitating trade between Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent. The economy of Shopian is predominantly agrarian, with apple cultivation being a major contributor. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only Correct Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect. Shopian district is located in the southern part of the Kashmir Valley, not northern. While it is bordered by the Pir Panjal mountains, it does not share a direct border with Ladakh. Its bordering districts include Pulwama, Anantnag, and Kulgam. Statement 2 is incorrect. Shopian was historically significant as part of the Mughal Road, which linked Lahore to Srinagar. While the Mughal Road was an important trade and transit route, it is distinct from the ancient Silk Road, which was a more extensive network of routes connecting the East and West, generally passing further north of the Kashmir valley proper. Statement 3 is correct. The economy of Shopian district is primarily driven by agriculture, with apple orchards being a dominant feature and a major source of income. The region is renowned for its apple production, contributing significantly to the horticultural output of Jammu & Kashmir. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect. Shopian district is located in the southern part of the Kashmir Valley, not northern. While it is bordered by the Pir Panjal mountains, it does not share a direct border with Ladakh. Its bordering districts include Pulwama, Anantnag, and Kulgam. Statement 2 is incorrect. Shopian was historically significant as part of the Mughal Road, which linked Lahore to Srinagar. While the Mughal Road was an important trade and transit route, it is distinct from the ancient Silk Road, which was a more extensive network of routes connecting the East and West, generally passing further north of the Kashmir valley proper. Statement 3 is correct. The economy of Shopian district is primarily driven by agriculture, with apple orchards being a dominant feature and a major source of income. The region is renowned for its apple production, contributing significantly to the horticultural output of Jammu & Kashmir.

#### 5. Question

Concerning the Shopian District of Jammu & Kashmir, consider the following statements:

• Shopian is geographically located in the northern part of the Kashmir Valley and shares a border with Ladakh.

• The district was historically part of the ancient Silk Road, facilitating trade between Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent.

• The economy of Shopian is predominantly agrarian, with apple cultivation being a major contributor.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• (a) 1 and 2 only

• (b) 1, 2 and 3

• (c) 2 and 3 only

• (d) 3 only

Solution: d)

• Statement 1 is incorrect. Shopian district is located in the southern part of the Kashmir Valley, not northern. While it is bordered by the Pir Panjal mountains, it does not share a direct border with Ladakh. Its bordering districts include Pulwama, Anantnag, and Kulgam.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. Shopian was historically significant as part of the Mughal Road, which linked Lahore to Srinagar. While the Mughal Road was an important trade and transit route, it is distinct from the ancient Silk Road, which was a more extensive network of routes connecting the East and West, generally passing further north of the Kashmir valley proper.

Statement 3 is correct. The economy of Shopian district is primarily driven by agriculture, with apple orchards being a dominant feature and a major source of income. The region is renowned for its apple production, contributing significantly to the horticultural output of Jammu & Kashmir.

Solution: d)

• Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points With reference to the Jenu Kuruba tribe, consider the following statements: They are exclusively found in the state of Karnataka and are known for their settled agricultural practices. The Jenu Kuruba tribe is recognized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Their traditional livelihood primarily revolves around settled cultivation of cash crops like coffee and spices. The social structure of the Jenu Kuruba tribe is highly centralized, with a single paramount chief governing all hamlets. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. While the Jenu Kuruba are primarily found in the Kodagu and Mysuru districts of Karnataka, they are also found across forest belts in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Furthermore, they are traditionally forest-dwelling and semi-nomadic, not known for settled agricultural practices as their primary mode. Statement 2 is correct. The Jenu Kuruba tribe is indeed recognized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. This status is accorded to tribal groups with declining or stagnant populations, low levels of literacy, pre-agricultural levels of technology, and economic backwardness. Statement 3 is incorrect. The traditional livelihood of the Jenu Kuruba includes honey collection (Jenu means honey), gathering tubers, and harvesting minor forest produce. Post-eviction from forests, many have been forced to work as plantation labourers, often in coffee estates, but this is not their traditional primary livelihood. Statement 4 is incorrect. The Jenu Kuruba community structure is decentralised, with decision-making localised within their small forest hamlets called ‘Hadi’. While they have a headman (Yajamana) and a ritual chief (Gudda) at the hamlet level, their overall social structure is not highly centralized under a single paramount chief. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. While the Jenu Kuruba are primarily found in the Kodagu and Mysuru districts of Karnataka, they are also found across forest belts in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Furthermore, they are traditionally forest-dwelling and semi-nomadic, not known for settled agricultural practices as their primary mode. Statement 2 is correct. The Jenu Kuruba tribe is indeed recognized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. This status is accorded to tribal groups with declining or stagnant populations, low levels of literacy, pre-agricultural levels of technology, and economic backwardness. Statement 3 is incorrect. The traditional livelihood of the Jenu Kuruba includes honey collection (Jenu means honey), gathering tubers, and harvesting minor forest produce. Post-eviction from forests, many have been forced to work as plantation labourers, often in coffee estates, but this is not their traditional primary livelihood. Statement 4 is incorrect. The Jenu Kuruba community structure is decentralised, with decision-making localised within their small forest hamlets called ‘Hadi’. While they have a headman (Yajamana) and a ritual chief (Gudda) at the hamlet level, their overall social structure is not highly centralized under a single paramount chief.

#### 6. Question

With reference to the Jenu Kuruba tribe, consider the following statements:

• They are exclusively found in the state of Karnataka and are known for their settled agricultural practices.

• The Jenu Kuruba tribe is recognized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

• Their traditional livelihood primarily revolves around settled cultivation of cash crops like coffee and spices.

• The social structure of the Jenu Kuruba tribe is highly centralized, with a single paramount chief governing all hamlets.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) Only three

• (d) All four

Solution: a)

• Statement 1 is incorrect. While the Jenu Kuruba are primarily found in the Kodagu and Mysuru districts of Karnataka, they are also found across forest belts in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Furthermore, they are traditionally forest-dwelling and semi-nomadic, not known for settled agricultural practices as their primary mode.

• Statement 2 is correct. The Jenu Kuruba tribe is indeed recognized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. This status is accorded to tribal groups with declining or stagnant populations, low levels of literacy, pre-agricultural levels of technology, and economic backwardness.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The traditional livelihood of the Jenu Kuruba includes honey collection (Jenu means honey), gathering tubers, and harvesting minor forest produce. Post-eviction from forests, many have been forced to work as plantation labourers, often in coffee estates, but this is not their traditional primary livelihood.

• Statement 4 is incorrect. The Jenu Kuruba community structure is decentralised, with decision-making localised within their small forest hamlets called ‘Hadi’. While they have a headman (Yajamana) and a ritual chief (Gudda) at the hamlet level, their overall social structure is not highly centralized under a single paramount chief.

Solution: a)

• Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points With reference to the Jute Corporation of India (JCI), consider the following statements: JCI was established under a specific Act of Parliament dedicated solely to the jute sector. One of the key functions of JCI is to procure raw jute and mesta from farmers at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) without any quantitative limit. JCI operates exclusively through its own Departmental Purchase Centres (DPCs) and does not involve cooperatives in its procurement operations. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Jute Corporation of India (JCI) was established in 1971 under the Companies Act, 1956. It was not established under a specific, standalone Act of Parliament solely for the jute sector, but rather as a government company. Statement 2 is correct. A primary and crucial function of JCI is to conduct MSP (Minimum Support Price) procurement operations for raw jute and mesta. It buys these commodities from farmers at the MSP fixed by the Government of India (based on CACP recommendations) without imposing any quantitative limit on the procurement. This is aimed at providing price support to jute farmers and preventing distress sales. Statement 3 is incorrect. JCI conducts its procurement operations through a network that includes its own Departmental Purchase Centres (DPCs) as well as through cooperatives. The involvement of cooperatives helps in extending its reach to farmers in various jute-growing regions. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Jute Corporation of India (JCI) was established in 1971 under the Companies Act, 1956. It was not established under a specific, standalone Act of Parliament solely for the jute sector, but rather as a government company. Statement 2 is correct. A primary and crucial function of JCI is to conduct MSP (Minimum Support Price) procurement operations for raw jute and mesta. It buys these commodities from farmers at the MSP fixed by the Government of India (based on CACP recommendations) without imposing any quantitative limit on the procurement. This is aimed at providing price support to jute farmers and preventing distress sales. Statement 3 is incorrect. JCI conducts its procurement operations through a network that includes its own Departmental Purchase Centres (DPCs) as well as through cooperatives. The involvement of cooperatives helps in extending its reach to farmers in various jute-growing regions.

#### 7. Question

With reference to the Jute Corporation of India (JCI), consider the following statements:

• JCI was established under a specific Act of Parliament dedicated solely to the jute sector.

• One of the key functions of JCI is to procure raw jute and mesta from farmers at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) without any quantitative limit.

• JCI operates exclusively through its own Departmental Purchase Centres (DPCs) and does not involve cooperatives in its procurement operations.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: b)

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Jute Corporation of India (JCI) was established in 1971 under the Companies Act, 1956. It was not established under a specific, standalone Act of Parliament solely for the jute sector, but rather as a government company.

• Statement 2 is correct. A primary and crucial function of JCI is to conduct MSP (Minimum Support Price) procurement operations for raw jute and mesta. It buys these commodities from farmers at the MSP fixed by the Government of India (based on CACP recommendations) without imposing any quantitative limit on the procurement. This is aimed at providing price support to jute farmers and preventing distress sales.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. JCI conducts its procurement operations through a network that includes its own Departmental Purchase Centres (DPCs) as well as through cooperatives. The involvement of cooperatives helps in extending its reach to farmers in various jute-growing regions.

Solution: b)

• Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) of the Indian Air Force: IACCS was indigenously developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The system integrates inputs only from military radar systems and airborne surveillance platforms. A key capability of IACCS is to provide a unified air situation picture to commanders for centralised control and decentralised execution of air defence operations. IACCS is designed to primarily counter conventional aircraft threats and is not equipped to handle drone or missile attacks. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) was developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a public sector defence electronics firm, not solely by DRDO, although DRDO contributes to various defence technologies. Statement 2 is incorrect. IACCS is designed for multi-sensor integration. It fuses inputs not only from ground-based military radars, Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS), and Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, but also from civilian radars and data-linked fighter jets. This comprehensive integration provides a wider and more complete air picture. Statement 3 is correct. A fundamental feature of IACCS is its ability to create a real-time, comprehensive, and unified air situation picture (often referred to as a common air picture). This battlefield visualization allows military commanders at various levels to exercise centralised control while enabling decentralised execution of air defence actions, ensuring swift and coordinated responses. Statement 4 is incorrect. IACCS is a modern system designed to enable rapid detection, target recognition, and interception of a wide range of aerial threats, including aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), and missiles. Its architecture is also stated to be future-ready for AI-based threat analytics and drone swarm handling. The context mentions it effectively intercepted Pakistan’s drone and missile attacks. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) was developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a public sector defence electronics firm, not solely by DRDO, although DRDO contributes to various defence technologies. Statement 2 is incorrect. IACCS is designed for multi-sensor integration. It fuses inputs not only from ground-based military radars, Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS), and Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, but also from civilian radars and data-linked fighter jets. This comprehensive integration provides a wider and more complete air picture. Statement 3 is correct. A fundamental feature of IACCS is its ability to create a real-time, comprehensive, and unified air situation picture (often referred to as a common air picture). This battlefield visualization allows military commanders at various levels to exercise centralised control while enabling decentralised execution of air defence actions, ensuring swift and coordinated responses. Statement 4 is incorrect. IACCS is a modern system designed to enable rapid detection, target recognition, and interception of a wide range of aerial threats, including aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), and missiles. Its architecture is also stated to be future-ready for AI-based threat analytics and drone swarm handling. The context mentions it effectively intercepted Pakistan’s drone and missile attacks.

#### 8. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) of the Indian Air Force:

• IACCS was indigenously developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

• The system integrates inputs only from military radar systems and airborne surveillance platforms.

• A key capability of IACCS is to provide a unified air situation picture to commanders for centralised control and decentralised execution of air defence operations.

• IACCS is designed to primarily counter conventional aircraft threats and is not equipped to handle drone or missile attacks.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) Only three

• (d) All four

Solution: a)

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) was developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a public sector defence electronics firm, not solely by DRDO, although DRDO contributes to various defence technologies.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. IACCS is designed for multi-sensor integration. It fuses inputs not only from ground-based military radars, Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS), and Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, but also from civilian radars and data-linked fighter jets. This comprehensive integration provides a wider and more complete air picture.

• Statement 3 is correct. A fundamental feature of IACCS is its ability to create a real-time, comprehensive, and unified air situation picture (often referred to as a common air picture). This battlefield visualization allows military commanders at various levels to exercise centralised control while enabling decentralised execution of air defence actions, ensuring swift and coordinated responses.

• Statement 4 is incorrect. IACCS is a modern system designed to enable rapid detection, target recognition, and interception of a wide range of aerial threats, including aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), and missiles. Its architecture is also stated to be future-ready for AI-based threat analytics and drone swarm handling. The context mentions it effectively intercepted Pakistan’s drone and missile attacks.

Solution: a)

• Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points With reference to the Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve, consider the following statements: It is India’s smallest conservation reserve, focused intensively on a niche habitat. The reserve exclusively aims to protect avian biodiversity, with no significant mammalian fauna. It plays a crucial role as a wildlife corridor connecting Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary and Chandratal Wildlife Sanctuary. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only Correct Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve is stated to be India’s largest conservation reserve, with an area of 1,585 sq km. It is not the smallest. Statement 2 is incorrect. While the reserve does host rare birds like the rose finch and Tibetan raven, its primary aim is to safeguard high-altitude biodiversity, particularly the snow leopard (a mammal) and other significant mammalian fauna such as the Tibetan wolf, bharal (blue sheep), Himalayan ibex, kiang (wild ass), and Tibetan argali. It is not exclusively for avian biodiversity. Statement 3 is correct. A significant ecological role of the Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve is that it connects Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary and Chandratal Wildlife Sanctuary (which is also referred to as Chandratal High Altitude Wetland Conservation Reserve). By linking these protected areas, it acts as a vital wildlife corridor, facilitating the movement of animals, including snow leopards, and maintaining genetic exchange between populations. This connectivity is crucial for long-term conservation. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve is stated to be India’s largest conservation reserve, with an area of 1,585 sq km. It is not the smallest. Statement 2 is incorrect. While the reserve does host rare birds like the rose finch and Tibetan raven, its primary aim is to safeguard high-altitude biodiversity, particularly the snow leopard (a mammal) and other significant mammalian fauna such as the Tibetan wolf, bharal (blue sheep), Himalayan ibex, kiang (wild ass), and Tibetan argali. It is not exclusively for avian biodiversity. Statement 3 is correct. A significant ecological role of the Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve is that it connects Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary and Chandratal Wildlife Sanctuary (which is also referred to as Chandratal High Altitude Wetland Conservation Reserve). By linking these protected areas, it acts as a vital wildlife corridor, facilitating the movement of animals, including snow leopards, and maintaining genetic exchange between populations. This connectivity is crucial for long-term conservation.

#### 9. Question

With reference to the Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve, consider the following statements:

• It is India’s smallest conservation reserve, focused intensively on a niche habitat.

• The reserve exclusively aims to protect avian biodiversity, with no significant mammalian fauna.

• It plays a crucial role as a wildlife corridor connecting Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary and Chandratal Wildlife Sanctuary.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• (a) 1 and 2 only

• (b) 1, 2 and 3

• (c) 2 and 3 only

• (d) 3 only

Solution: d)

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve is stated to be India’s largest conservation reserve, with an area of 1,585 sq km. It is not the smallest.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. While the reserve does host rare birds like the rose finch and Tibetan raven, its primary aim is to safeguard high-altitude biodiversity, particularly the snow leopard (a mammal) and other significant mammalian fauna such as the Tibetan wolf, bharal (blue sheep), Himalayan ibex, kiang (wild ass), and Tibetan argali. It is not exclusively for avian biodiversity.

• Statement 3 is correct. A significant ecological role of the Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve is that it connects Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary and Chandratal Wildlife Sanctuary (which is also referred to as Chandratal High Altitude Wetland Conservation Reserve). By linking these protected areas, it acts as a vital wildlife corridor, facilitating the movement of animals, including snow leopards, and maintaining genetic exchange between populations. This connectivity is crucial for long-term conservation.

Solution: d)

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Tsarap Chu Conservation Reserve is stated to be India’s largest conservation reserve, with an area of 1,585 sq km. It is not the smallest.

• Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The Jute I-CARE project implemented by the Jute Corporation of India (JCI) focuses on improving jute cultivation practices through scientific interventions. Statement-II: The primary objective of the Jute I-CARE project is to increase the export of raw jute by ensuring better quality produce. 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. The Jute I-CARE (Improved Cultivation and Advanced Retting Exercise) project is indeed an initiative implemented by JCI. It aims to promote scientific retting processes, use of certified seeds, and adoption of modern farming technologies among jute cultivators. This directly contributes to improving jute cultivation practices. Statement-II is incorrect. While improving the quality of jute produce through Jute I-CARE can indirectly make Indian jute more competitive, the primary objective of the project is to enhance the income and productivity of jute farmers within India by improving yield and quality of the fibre. It focuses on aspects like reducing retting time, improving fibre grade, and thereby ensuring better returns for the farmers. Increasing raw jute export is not its stated primary goal; rather, it’s about strengthening the domestic jute sector and farmer welfare. The focus is more on value addition and better domestic utilisation or processed exports rather than just raw jute exports. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement-I is correct. The Jute I-CARE (Improved Cultivation and Advanced Retting Exercise) project is indeed an initiative implemented by JCI. It aims to promote scientific retting processes, use of certified seeds, and adoption of modern farming technologies among jute cultivators. This directly contributes to improving jute cultivation practices. Statement-II is incorrect. While improving the quality of jute produce through Jute I-CARE can indirectly make Indian jute more competitive, the primary objective of the project is to enhance the income and productivity of jute farmers within India by improving yield and quality of the fibre. It focuses on aspects like reducing retting time, improving fibre grade, and thereby ensuring better returns for the farmers. Increasing raw jute export is not its stated primary goal; rather, it’s about strengthening the domestic jute sector and farmer welfare. The focus is more on value addition and better domestic utilisation or processed exports rather than just raw jute exports.

#### 10. Question

Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: The Jute I-CARE project implemented by the Jute Corporation of India (JCI) focuses on improving jute cultivation practices through scientific interventions.

Statement-II: The primary objective of the Jute I-CARE project is to increase the export of raw jute by ensuring better quality produce.

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. The Jute I-CARE (Improved Cultivation and Advanced Retting Exercise) project is indeed an initiative implemented by JCI. It aims to promote scientific retting processes, use of certified seeds, and adoption of modern farming technologies among jute cultivators. This directly contributes to improving jute cultivation practices.

• Statement-II is incorrect. While improving the quality of jute produce through Jute I-CARE can indirectly make Indian jute more competitive, the primary objective of the project is to enhance the income and productivity of jute farmers within India by improving yield and quality of the fibre. It focuses on aspects like reducing retting time, improving fibre grade, and thereby ensuring better returns for the farmers. Increasing raw jute export is not its stated primary goal; rather, it’s about strengthening the domestic jute sector and farmer welfare. The focus is more on value addition and better domestic utilisation or processed exports rather than just raw jute exports.

Solution: c)

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