UPSC Editorials Quiz : 14 November 2025
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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements about the miscellaneous and non-miscellaneous days in the Supreme Court: Non-miscellaneous days are exclusively for final hearings of cases. Miscellaneous days are used for admission and issuing notices for fresh matters. Both miscellaneous and non-miscellaneous days are governed by the Supreme Court Rules, 2013. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect: Non-miscellaneous days are primarily used for after-notice matters and regular hearings but are not exclusively for final hearings. Statement 2 is correct: Miscellaneous days, typically Mondays and Fridays, are allocated for admission hearings and issuing notices for fresh cases. Statement 3 is correct: The procedural framework for both types of days is outlined in the Supreme Court Rules, 2013. Procedure for Case Scheduling: Filing Process:Cases are filed through the court’s e-portal or physical counter by Advocates-on-Record (AoR). Scrutiny:Cases are verified for defects by the Registry and allotted a diary number. Listing:After verification, cases are listed for hearing based on their type: Miscellaneous Days (Mondays and Fridays):Fresh matters for issuing notices. Non-Miscellaneous Days (Tuesdays to Thursdays):After-notice or regular hearing matters. Admission:Cases requiring full hearings are admitted after preliminary consideration. Hearing and Judgment:Admitted cases are scheduled for detailed hearings, leading to verdicts. Incorrect Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect: Non-miscellaneous days are primarily used for after-notice matters and regular hearings but are not exclusively for final hearings. Statement 2 is correct: Miscellaneous days, typically Mondays and Fridays, are allocated for admission hearings and issuing notices for fresh cases. Statement 3 is correct: The procedural framework for both types of days is outlined in the Supreme Court Rules, 2013. Procedure for Case Scheduling: Filing Process:Cases are filed through the court’s e-portal or physical counter by Advocates-on-Record (AoR). Scrutiny:Cases are verified for defects by the Registry and allotted a diary number. Listing:After verification, cases are listed for hearing based on their type: Miscellaneous Days (Mondays and Fridays):Fresh matters for issuing notices. Non-Miscellaneous Days (Tuesdays to Thursdays):After-notice or regular hearing matters. Admission:Cases requiring full hearings are admitted after preliminary consideration. Hearing and Judgment:Admitted cases are scheduled for detailed hearings, leading to verdicts.
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements about the miscellaneous and non-miscellaneous days in the Supreme Court:
• Non-miscellaneous days are exclusively for final hearings of cases.
• Miscellaneous days are used for admission and issuing notices for fresh matters.
• Both miscellaneous and non-miscellaneous days are governed by the Supreme Court Rules, 2013.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 3 only
• (b) 1 and 3 only
• (c) 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: C
Statement 1 is incorrect: Non-miscellaneous days are primarily used for after-notice matters and regular hearings but are not exclusively for final hearings.
Statement 2 is correct: Miscellaneous days, typically Mondays and Fridays, are allocated for admission hearings and issuing notices for fresh cases.
Statement 3 is correct: The procedural framework for both types of days is outlined in the Supreme Court Rules, 2013.
Procedure for Case Scheduling:
• Filing Process:Cases are filed through the court’s e-portal or physical counter by Advocates-on-Record (AoR).
• Scrutiny:Cases are verified for defects by the Registry and allotted a diary number.
• Listing:After verification, cases are listed for hearing based on their type:
• Miscellaneous Days (Mondays and Fridays):Fresh matters for issuing notices.
• Non-Miscellaneous Days (Tuesdays to Thursdays):After-notice or regular hearing matters.
• Admission:Cases requiring full hearings are admitted after preliminary consideration.
• Hearing and Judgment:Admitted cases are scheduled for detailed hearings, leading to verdicts.
Solution: C
Statement 1 is incorrect: Non-miscellaneous days are primarily used for after-notice matters and regular hearings but are not exclusively for final hearings.
Statement 2 is correct: Miscellaneous days, typically Mondays and Fridays, are allocated for admission hearings and issuing notices for fresh cases.
Statement 3 is correct: The procedural framework for both types of days is outlined in the Supreme Court Rules, 2013.
Procedure for Case Scheduling:
• Filing Process:Cases are filed through the court’s e-portal or physical counter by Advocates-on-Record (AoR).
• Scrutiny:Cases are verified for defects by the Registry and allotted a diary number.
• Listing:After verification, cases are listed for hearing based on their type:
• Miscellaneous Days (Mondays and Fridays):Fresh matters for issuing notices.
• Non-Miscellaneous Days (Tuesdays to Thursdays):After-notice or regular hearing matters.
• Admission:Cases requiring full hearings are admitted after preliminary consideration.
• Hearing and Judgment:Admitted cases are scheduled for detailed hearings, leading to verdicts.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding the geography and climate of the Democratic Republic of Congo: The Congo River is the longest river in Africa. The DRC is predominantly covered by deserts. The Congo Basin is drained entirely by the Nile River. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: C About the Democratic Republic of Congo: Location:Central sub-Saharan Africa, within the Congo Basin. Capital:Kinshasa Neighbouring Countries: Borders Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia, Angola. Rivers:Home to the Congo River, Africa’s second-longest river, and the Congo Basin, the second-largest tropical rainforest globally. Mountains: Features mountain terraces and plateaus, along with diverse ecosystems like the Miombo woodlands and cloud forests. Climate: Predominantly equatorial, with hot and humid conditions in the north and west, and cooler, drier climates in the south and east. Incorrect Solution: C About the Democratic Republic of Congo: Location:Central sub-Saharan Africa, within the Congo Basin. Capital:Kinshasa Neighbouring Countries: Borders Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia, Angola. Rivers:Home to the Congo River, Africa’s second-longest river, and the Congo Basin, the second-largest tropical rainforest globally. Mountains: Features mountain terraces and plateaus, along with diverse ecosystems like the Miombo woodlands and cloud forests. Climate: Predominantly equatorial, with hot and humid conditions in the north and west, and cooler, drier climates in the south and east.
#### 2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the geography and climate of the Democratic Republic of Congo:
• The Congo River is the longest river in Africa.
• The DRC is predominantly covered by deserts.
• The Congo Basin is drained entirely by the Nile River.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: C
About the Democratic Republic of Congo:
• Location:Central sub-Saharan Africa, within the Congo Basin.
• Capital:Kinshasa
• Neighbouring Countries: Borders Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia, Angola.
• Rivers:Home to the Congo River, Africa’s second-longest river, and the Congo Basin, the second-largest tropical rainforest globally.
• Mountains: Features mountain terraces and plateaus, along with diverse ecosystems like the Miombo woodlands and cloud forests.
• Climate: Predominantly equatorial, with hot and humid conditions in the north and west, and cooler, drier climates in the south and east.
Solution: C
About the Democratic Republic of Congo:
• Location:Central sub-Saharan Africa, within the Congo Basin.
• Capital:Kinshasa
• Neighbouring Countries: Borders Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia, Angola.
• Rivers:Home to the Congo River, Africa’s second-longest river, and the Congo Basin, the second-largest tropical rainforest globally.
• Mountains: Features mountain terraces and plateaus, along with diverse ecosystems like the Miombo woodlands and cloud forests.
• Climate: Predominantly equatorial, with hot and humid conditions in the north and west, and cooler, drier climates in the south and east.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Confederation of Indian Industry (CII): CII focuses exclusively on domestic industrial policy and avoids international linkages. It provides financial grants to industries for capacity building. It advocates for industrial growth while promoting affirmative action and skill development. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect because CII has global linkages with 300 counterpart organizations in nearly 100 countries. Statement 2 is incorrect; CII does not provide financial grants but focuses on advocacy and capacity-building initiatives. Statement 3 is correct as CII actively promotes affirmative action and skill development while fostering industrial growth. About the Confederation of Indian Industry: Origin:Established in 1895, as a non-government, not-for-profit organization. Ministry affiliation:Collaborates with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, but operates independently. Headquarters:Located in New Delhi, India. Aim:Foster a conducive environment for industrial growth, sustainable development, and global competitiveness. Functions: Policy Advocacy:Partners with the government on policy-making to boost industrial growth. Capacity Building:Promotes innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness through dedicated Centres of Excellence. Global Linkages:Strengthens international business relations with 300 counterpart organizations in nearly 100 countries. Corporate Citizenship:Focuses on affirmative action, skill development, and sustainable development programs. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect because CII has global linkages with 300 counterpart organizations in nearly 100 countries. Statement 2 is incorrect; CII does not provide financial grants but focuses on advocacy and capacity-building initiatives. Statement 3 is correct as CII actively promotes affirmative action and skill development while fostering industrial growth. About the Confederation of Indian Industry: Origin:Established in 1895, as a non-government, not-for-profit organization. Ministry affiliation:Collaborates with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, but operates independently. Headquarters:Located in New Delhi, India. Aim:Foster a conducive environment for industrial growth, sustainable development, and global competitiveness. Functions: Policy Advocacy:Partners with the government on policy-making to boost industrial growth. Capacity Building:Promotes innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness through dedicated Centres of Excellence. Global Linkages:Strengthens international business relations with 300 counterpart organizations in nearly 100 countries. Corporate Citizenship:Focuses on affirmative action, skill development, and sustainable development programs.
#### 3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Confederation of Indian Industry (CII):
• CII focuses exclusively on domestic industrial policy and avoids international linkages.
• It provides financial grants to industries for capacity building.
• It advocates for industrial growth while promoting affirmative action and skill development.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 3 only
• (b) 1 and 3 only
• (c) 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: A
Statement 1 is incorrect because CII has global linkages with 300 counterpart organizations in nearly 100 countries.
Statement 2 is incorrect; CII does not provide financial grants but focuses on advocacy and capacity-building initiatives.
Statement 3 is correct as CII actively promotes affirmative action and skill development while fostering industrial growth.
About the Confederation of Indian Industry:
• Origin:Established in 1895, as a non-government, not-for-profit organization.
• Ministry affiliation:Collaborates with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, but operates independently.
• Headquarters:Located in New Delhi, India.
• Aim:Foster a conducive environment for industrial growth, sustainable development, and global competitiveness.
Functions:
• Policy Advocacy:Partners with the government on policy-making to boost industrial growth.
• Capacity Building:Promotes innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness through dedicated Centres of Excellence.
• Global Linkages:Strengthens international business relations with 300 counterpart organizations in nearly 100 countries.
• Corporate Citizenship:Focuses on affirmative action, skill development, and sustainable development programs.
Solution: A
Statement 1 is incorrect because CII has global linkages with 300 counterpart organizations in nearly 100 countries.
Statement 2 is incorrect; CII does not provide financial grants but focuses on advocacy and capacity-building initiatives.
Statement 3 is correct as CII actively promotes affirmative action and skill development while fostering industrial growth.
About the Confederation of Indian Industry:
• Origin:Established in 1895, as a non-government, not-for-profit organization.
• Ministry affiliation:Collaborates with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, but operates independently.
• Headquarters:Located in New Delhi, India.
• Aim:Foster a conducive environment for industrial growth, sustainable development, and global competitiveness.
Functions:
• Policy Advocacy:Partners with the government on policy-making to boost industrial growth.
• Capacity Building:Promotes innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness through dedicated Centres of Excellence.
• Global Linkages:Strengthens international business relations with 300 counterpart organizations in nearly 100 countries.
• Corporate Citizenship:Focuses on affirmative action, skill development, and sustainable development programs.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements about the Indian star tortoise: It is endemic to arid regions of South India, the Himalayas, and Myanmar. Its diet consists of both herbivorous and carnivorous elements. It is legally protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. It is listed as Endangered under the IUCN Red List. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect as the Indian star tortoise is endemic to northwest India, South India, and Sri Lanka, not the Himalayas or Myanmar. Statement 2 is incorrect because it is strictly herbivorous, feeding on grass, leaves, and fruits. Statement 3 is correct as it is legally protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. Statement 4 is incorrect as it is classified as Vulnerable, not Endangered. About Indian Star Tortoise: Scientific Name: Geochelone elegans IUCN Status: Vulnerable under theIUCN Red List. Types: Northwestern Group: Genetically less diverse. Southern Group: Highly diverse, showing greater genetic variations. Features: Shell: Obsidian black with sun-yellow star-like patterns. Size: Small to medium-sized, dome-shaped shells in the wild, pyramid-shaped shells in captivity due to nutritional deficiencies. Diet: Herbivorous, feeding on grass, leaves, and fruits. Habitat: Endemic to the subcontinent, Indian star tortoises reside in arid pockets of northwest India (bordering Pakistan), South India, and Sri Lanka Incorrect Solution: C Statement 1 is incorrect as the Indian star tortoise is endemic to northwest India, South India, and Sri Lanka, not the Himalayas or Myanmar. Statement 2 is incorrect because it is strictly herbivorous, feeding on grass, leaves, and fruits. Statement 3 is correct as it is legally protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. Statement 4 is incorrect as it is classified as Vulnerable, not Endangered. About Indian Star Tortoise: Scientific Name: Geochelone elegans IUCN Status: Vulnerable under theIUCN Red List. Types: Northwestern Group: Genetically less diverse. Southern Group: Highly diverse, showing greater genetic variations. Features: Shell: Obsidian black with sun-yellow star-like patterns. Size: Small to medium-sized, dome-shaped shells in the wild, pyramid-shaped shells in captivity due to nutritional deficiencies. Diet: Herbivorous, feeding on grass, leaves, and fruits. Habitat: Endemic to the subcontinent, Indian star tortoises reside in arid pockets of northwest India (bordering Pakistan), South India, and Sri Lanka
#### 4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Indian star tortoise:
• It is endemic to arid regions of South India, the Himalayas, and Myanmar.
• Its diet consists of both herbivorous and carnivorous elements.
• It is legally protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
• It is listed as Endangered under the IUCN Red List.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• c) Only three
• d) All four
Solution: C
Statement 1 is incorrect as the Indian star tortoise is endemic to northwest India, South India, and Sri Lanka, not the Himalayas or Myanmar.
Statement 2 is incorrect because it is strictly herbivorous, feeding on grass, leaves, and fruits.
Statement 3 is correct as it is legally protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Statement 4 is incorrect as it is classified as Vulnerable, not Endangered.
About Indian Star Tortoise:
• Scientific Name: Geochelone elegans
• IUCN Status: Vulnerable under theIUCN Red List.
• Northwestern Group: Genetically less diverse.
• Southern Group: Highly diverse, showing greater genetic variations.
• Shell: Obsidian black with sun-yellow star-like patterns.
• Size: Small to medium-sized, dome-shaped shells in the wild, pyramid-shaped shells in captivity due to nutritional deficiencies.
• Diet: Herbivorous, feeding on grass, leaves, and fruits.
• Habitat: Endemic to the subcontinent, Indian star tortoises reside in arid pockets of northwest India (bordering Pakistan), South India, and Sri Lanka
Solution: C
Statement 1 is incorrect as the Indian star tortoise is endemic to northwest India, South India, and Sri Lanka, not the Himalayas or Myanmar.
Statement 2 is incorrect because it is strictly herbivorous, feeding on grass, leaves, and fruits.
Statement 3 is correct as it is legally protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Statement 4 is incorrect as it is classified as Vulnerable, not Endangered.
About Indian Star Tortoise:
• Scientific Name: Geochelone elegans
• IUCN Status: Vulnerable under theIUCN Red List.
• Northwestern Group: Genetically less diverse.
• Southern Group: Highly diverse, showing greater genetic variations.
• Shell: Obsidian black with sun-yellow star-like patterns.
• Size: Small to medium-sized, dome-shaped shells in the wild, pyramid-shaped shells in captivity due to nutritional deficiencies.
• Diet: Herbivorous, feeding on grass, leaves, and fruits.
• Habitat: Endemic to the subcontinent, Indian star tortoises reside in arid pockets of northwest India (bordering Pakistan), South India, and Sri Lanka
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Pennaiyar River? a) It is also called Dakshina Pinakini in Kannada. b) It flows through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. c) It is Tamil Nadu’s longest river. d) It originates from the Nandi Hills in Karnataka. Correct Solution: C The Pennaiyar River is Tamil Nadu’s second-longest river after the Kaveri, not the longest. About Pennaiyar River: Origin:Nandi Hills, Karnataka. Course:Flows through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh before draining into the Bay of Bengal. Length:497 km, making it Tamil Nadu’s second-longest river after the Kaveri. Other Names:South Pennar River, Dakshina Pinakini in Kannada, Thenpennai or Ponnaiyar in Tamil. Interstate Importance:The second-largest east-flowing river basin between Pennar and Cauvery basins. Cities on Banks:Bangalore, Hosur, Tiruvannamalai, and Cuddalore. Incorrect Solution: C The Pennaiyar River is Tamil Nadu’s second-longest river after the Kaveri, not the longest. About Pennaiyar River: Origin:Nandi Hills, Karnataka. Course:Flows through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh before draining into the Bay of Bengal. Length:497 km, making it Tamil Nadu’s second-longest river after the Kaveri. Other Names:South Pennar River, Dakshina Pinakini in Kannada, Thenpennai or Ponnaiyar in Tamil. Interstate Importance:The second-largest east-flowing river basin between Pennar and Cauvery basins. Cities on Banks:Bangalore, Hosur, Tiruvannamalai, and Cuddalore.
#### 5. Question
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Pennaiyar River?
• a) It is also called Dakshina Pinakini in Kannada.
• b) It flows through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.
• c) It is Tamil Nadu’s longest river.
• d) It originates from the Nandi Hills in Karnataka.
Solution: C
The Pennaiyar River is Tamil Nadu’s second-longest river after the Kaveri, not the longest.
About Pennaiyar River:
• Origin:Nandi Hills, Karnataka.
• Course:Flows through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh before draining into the Bay of Bengal.
• Length:497 km, making it Tamil Nadu’s second-longest river after the Kaveri.
• Other Names:South Pennar River, Dakshina Pinakini in Kannada, Thenpennai or Ponnaiyar in Tamil.
• Interstate Importance:The second-largest east-flowing river basin between Pennar and Cauvery basins.
• Cities on Banks:Bangalore, Hosur, Tiruvannamalai, and Cuddalore.
Solution: C
The Pennaiyar River is Tamil Nadu’s second-longest river after the Kaveri, not the longest.
About Pennaiyar River:
• Origin:Nandi Hills, Karnataka.
• Course:Flows through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh before draining into the Bay of Bengal.
• Length:497 km, making it Tamil Nadu’s second-longest river after the Kaveri.
• Other Names:South Pennar River, Dakshina Pinakini in Kannada, Thenpennai or Ponnaiyar in Tamil.
• Interstate Importance:The second-largest east-flowing river basin between Pennar and Cauvery basins.
• Cities on Banks:Bangalore, Hosur, Tiruvannamalai, and Cuddalore.
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