UPSC Editorials Quiz : 15 July 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Match the following correctly: Column A (Initiative/Satellite) Column B (Primary Objective) Column C (Associated Entity/Country) 1. GOSAT-GW A. Medium-range air defence i. QUAD Coast Guards 2. Sea Ship Observer Mission B. Climate and water cycle monitoring ii. DRDO 3. Akash System C. Maritime domain awareness iii. JAXA (Japan) Select the correct combination: a) 1-B-i, 2-C-ii, 3-A-iii b) 1-C-ii, 2-A-iii, 3-B-i c) 1-B-iii, 2-C-i, 3-A-ii d) 1-A-iii, 2-B-i, 3-C-ii Correct Solution: C GOSAT-GW (1) is a Japanese satellite whose primary objective is to monitor greenhouse gases and the global water cycle (B). It was developed by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) (iii). So, the correct match is 1-B-iii. The Sea Ship Observer Mission (2) is an initiative designed to enhance cooperation and maritime domain awareness (C) among the coast guards of the QUAD nations. It was launched by the QUAD Coast Guards (i). So, the correct match is 2-C-i. The Akash System (3) is an indigenously developed medium-range air defence (A) system used to neutralize aerial threats. It was developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) (ii). So, the correct match is 3-A-ii. Incorrect Solution: C GOSAT-GW (1) is a Japanese satellite whose primary objective is to monitor greenhouse gases and the global water cycle (B). It was developed by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) (iii). So, the correct match is 1-B-iii. The Sea Ship Observer Mission (2) is an initiative designed to enhance cooperation and maritime domain awareness (C) among the coast guards of the QUAD nations. It was launched by the QUAD Coast Guards (i). So, the correct match is 2-C-i. The Akash System (3) is an indigenously developed medium-range air defence (A) system used to neutralize aerial threats. It was developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) (ii). So, the correct match is 3-A-ii.

#### 1. Question

Match the following correctly:

Column A (Initiative/Satellite) | Column B (Primary Objective) | Column C (Associated Entity/Country)

1.GOSAT-GW | A. Medium-range air defence | i. QUAD Coast Guards
2.Sea Ship Observer Mission | B. Climate and water cycle monitoring | ii. DRDO
3.Akash System | C. Maritime domain awareness | iii. JAXA (Japan)

Select the correct combination:

• a) 1-B-i, 2-C-ii, 3-A-iii

• b) 1-C-ii, 2-A-iii, 3-B-i

• c) 1-B-iii, 2-C-i, 3-A-ii

• d) 1-A-iii, 2-B-i, 3-C-ii

Solution: C

• GOSAT-GW (1) is a Japanese satellite whose primary objective is to monitor greenhouse gases and the global water cycle (B). It was developed by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) (iii). So, the correct match is 1-B-iii.

• The Sea Ship Observer Mission (2) is an initiative designed to enhance cooperation and maritime domain awareness (C) among the coast guards of the QUAD nations. It was launched by the QUAD Coast Guards (i). So, the correct match is 2-C-i.

The Akash System (3) is an indigenously developed medium-range air defence (A) system used to neutralize aerial threats. It was developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) (ii). So, the correct match is 3-A-ii.

Solution: C

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Which of the following best describes the theme for the 11th International Day of Yoga, 2025? (a) It focuses on the role of yoga in achieving global disarmament and peace. (b) It highlights the economic benefits of wellness tourism centered around yoga. (c) It underscores the interconnectedness of individual health and the health of the planet. (d) It promotes yoga primarily as a competitive sport for international events. Correct Solution: C The theme for the 11th International Day of Yoga (2025) is “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” Option (c) is correct. The theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health” explicitly emphasizes the link between personal well-being (One Health) and planetary well-being (One Earth). It aligns with the broader vision that individual health cannot be separated from the health of the environment and the global community. This reflects India’s G20 “One Earth, One Family, One Future” philosophy. Incorrect Solution: C The theme for the 11th International Day of Yoga (2025) is “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” Option (c) is correct. The theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health” explicitly emphasizes the link between personal well-being (One Health) and planetary well-being (One Earth). It aligns with the broader vision that individual health cannot be separated from the health of the environment and the global community. This reflects India’s G20 “One Earth, One Family, One Future” philosophy.

#### 2. Question

Which of the following best describes the theme for the 11th International Day of Yoga, 2025?

• (a) It focuses on the role of yoga in achieving global disarmament and peace.

• (b) It highlights the economic benefits of wellness tourism centered around yoga.

• (c) It underscores the interconnectedness of individual health and the health of the planet.

• (d) It promotes yoga primarily as a competitive sport for international events.

Solution: C

• The theme for the 11th International Day of Yoga (2025) is “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.”

• Option (c) is correct. The theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health” explicitly emphasizes the link between personal well-being (One Health) and planetary well-being (One Earth). It aligns with the broader vision that individual health cannot be separated from the health of the environment and the global community. This reflects India’s G20 “One Earth, One Family, One Future” philosophy.

Solution: C

• The theme for the 11th International Day of Yoga (2025) is “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.”

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT): Statement I: The NPT is criticized for creating a distinction between states that possessed nuclear weapons before 1967 and those that did not. Statement II: Only five countries are recognized as nuclear-weapon states under the treaty. Statement III: North Korea was a signatory to the NPT but later withdrew from the treaty. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) All statements are correct. (b) Only one statement is correct. (c) Only two statements are correct. (d) None of the statements are correct. Correct Solution: A Statement I is correct. This is the primary criticism leveled against the NPT, particularly by non-signatories like India. The treaty legitimizes the arsenals of the five countries that tested nuclear weapons before January 1, 1967, while permanently denying the same right to every other nation. Statement II is correct. The treaty officially recognizes only five states as nuclear-weapon states: the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, France, and China. These are the five permanent members of the UN Security Council and were the only states to have tested nuclear weapons before the 1967 cut-off date. Statement III is correct. North Korea acceded to the NPT in 1985 but, citing threats to its national security, announced its withdrawal from the treaty in 2003. This withdrawal is a significant event in the history of the non-proliferation regime. Incorrect Solution: A Statement I is correct. This is the primary criticism leveled against the NPT, particularly by non-signatories like India. The treaty legitimizes the arsenals of the five countries that tested nuclear weapons before January 1, 1967, while permanently denying the same right to every other nation. Statement II is correct. The treaty officially recognizes only five states as nuclear-weapon states: the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, France, and China. These are the five permanent members of the UN Security Council and were the only states to have tested nuclear weapons before the 1967 cut-off date. Statement III is correct. North Korea acceded to the NPT in 1985 but, citing threats to its national security, announced its withdrawal from the treaty in 2003. This withdrawal is a significant event in the history of the non-proliferation regime.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT):

Statement I: The NPT is criticized for creating a distinction between states that possessed nuclear weapons before 1967 and those that did not.

Statement II: Only five countries are recognized as nuclear-weapon states under the treaty. Statement III: North Korea was a signatory to the NPT but later withdrew from the treaty.

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

• (a) All statements are correct.

• (b) Only one statement is correct.

• (c) Only two statements are correct.

• (d) None of the statements are correct.

Solution: A

• Statement I is correct. This is the primary criticism leveled against the NPT, particularly by non-signatories like India. The treaty legitimizes the arsenals of the five countries that tested nuclear weapons before January 1, 1967, while permanently denying the same right to every other nation.

• Statement II is correct. The treaty officially recognizes only five states as nuclear-weapon states: the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, France, and China. These are the five permanent members of the UN Security Council and were the only states to have tested nuclear weapons before the 1967 cut-off date.

• Statement III is correct. North Korea acceded to the NPT in 1985 but, citing threats to its national security, announced its withdrawal from the treaty in 2003. This withdrawal is a significant event in the history of the non-proliferation regime.

Solution: A

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question With reference to the Green India Mission (GIM), consider the following statements: Its targets are aligned with India’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to create an additional carbon sink. The mission gives special priority to the ecological restoration of the Aravallis and the Western Ghats. All funding for the mission is channeled through the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) budget. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct. The GIM’s objective to increase forest/tree cover and improve forest quality directly contributes to creating an additional carbon sink of 5 to 3 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent by 2030, which is a key component of India’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. Statement 2 is correct. The “New Changes in GIM 2025” highlight a regional focus with special priority given to ecologically sensitive and important landscapes, including the Aravallis, Western Ghats, Himalayas, and mangroves. This targeted approach aims to address specific degradation challenges in these areas. Statement 3 is incorrect. The mission framework relies on multi-sectoral convergence. This means it leverages funds from various sources, not just the MoEF&CC budget. Leveraging synergies with other schemes like CAMPA funds, indicates a diversified funding model. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct. The GIM’s objective to increase forest/tree cover and improve forest quality directly contributes to creating an additional carbon sink of 5 to 3 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent by 2030, which is a key component of India’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. Statement 2 is correct. The “New Changes in GIM 2025” highlight a regional focus with special priority given to ecologically sensitive and important landscapes, including the Aravallis, Western Ghats, Himalayas, and mangroves. This targeted approach aims to address specific degradation challenges in these areas. Statement 3 is incorrect. The mission framework relies on multi-sectoral convergence. This means it leverages funds from various sources, not just the MoEF&CC budget. Leveraging synergies with other schemes like CAMPA funds, indicates a diversified funding model.

#### 4. Question

With reference to the Green India Mission (GIM), consider the following statements:

• Its targets are aligned with India’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to create an additional carbon sink.

• The mission gives special priority to the ecological restoration of the Aravallis and the Western Ghats.

• All funding for the mission is channeled through the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) budget.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is correct. The GIM’s objective to increase forest/tree cover and improve forest quality directly contributes to creating an additional carbon sink of 5 to 3 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent by 2030, which is a key component of India’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement.

• Statement 2 is correct. The “New Changes in GIM 2025” highlight a regional focus with special priority given to ecologically sensitive and important landscapes, including the Aravallis, Western Ghats, Himalayas, and mangroves. This targeted approach aims to address specific degradation challenges in these areas.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The mission framework relies on multi-sectoral convergence. This means it leverages funds from various sources, not just the MoEF&CC budget. Leveraging synergies with other schemes like CAMPA funds, indicates a diversified funding model.

Solution: B

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements: Statement I: The concept of the “Global South” is primarily a socio-economic and political term rather than a strictly geographical one. Statement II: Countries like India and China, despite being located entirely or largely in the Northern Hemisphere, are considered key members of the Global South. Statement III: The Global South’s agenda is exclusively focused on achieving military parity with the Global North. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) Both Statement II and Statement III are correct and both of them explain Statement I (b) Both Statement II and Statement III are correct but only one of them explains Statement I (c) Only Statement II is correct and it explains Statement I (d) Neither Statement II nor Statement III is correct Correct Solution: C Statement I posits that the “Global South” is a political and economic term, not just a geographical one. This is correct. Statement II provides evidence for this by pointing out that major “Global South” countries like India and China are not in the Southern Hemisphere. This is also correct and serves as a direct and powerful explanation for why the term cannot be taken literally in a geographical sense, thereby validating Statement I. Statement III is incorrect. The agenda of the Global South is not focused on military parity. Instead, its priorities revolve around developmental challenges, such as poverty reduction, climate justice, food and energy security, and achieving a more equitable voice in global economic and political decision-making. Military issues are a component, but not the exclusive or primary focus. Incorrect Solution: C Statement I posits that the “Global South” is a political and economic term, not just a geographical one. This is correct. Statement II provides evidence for this by pointing out that major “Global South” countries like India and China are not in the Southern Hemisphere. This is also correct and serves as a direct and powerful explanation for why the term cannot be taken literally in a geographical sense, thereby validating Statement I. Statement III is incorrect. The agenda of the Global South is not focused on military parity. Instead, its priorities revolve around developmental challenges, such as poverty reduction, climate justice, food and energy security, and achieving a more equitable voice in global economic and political decision-making. Military issues are a component, but not the exclusive or primary focus.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: The concept of the “Global South” is primarily a socio-economic and political term rather than a strictly geographical one.

Statement II: Countries like India and China, despite being located entirely or largely in the Northern Hemisphere, are considered key members of the Global South.

Statement III: The Global South’s agenda is exclusively focused on achieving military parity with the Global North.

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

• (a) Both Statement II and Statement III are correct and both of them explain Statement I

• (b) Both Statement II and Statement III are correct but only one of them explains Statement I

• (c) Only Statement II is correct and it explains Statement I

• (d) Neither Statement II nor Statement III is correct

Solution: C

• Statement I posits that the “Global South” is a political and economic term, not just a geographical one. This is correct.

• Statement II provides evidence for this by pointing out that major “Global South” countries like India and China are not in the Southern Hemisphere. This is also correct and serves as a direct and powerful explanation for why the term cannot be taken literally in a geographical sense, thereby validating Statement I.

• Statement III is incorrect. The agenda of the Global South is not focused on military parity. Instead, its priorities revolve around developmental challenges, such as poverty reduction, climate justice, food and energy security, and achieving a more equitable voice in global economic and political decision-making. Military issues are a component, but not the exclusive or primary focus.

Solution: C

• Statement I posits that the “Global South” is a political and economic term, not just a geographical one. This is correct.

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