UPSC Editorials Quiz : 20 June 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ): 1. It applies only to Exclusive Economic Zones of coastal states. 2. It mandates environmental impact assessments in areas beyond national jurisdiction. 3. India has already ratified the treaty. How many of the statements given above are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect because the High Seas Treaty, formally known as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Treaty, applies specifically to areas outside national jurisdictions—namely, the high seas and the international seabed area. It does not cover Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) of coastal states, which are governed by national laws and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Statement 2 is correct. A key provision of the BBNJ Treaty is the mandatory conduct of environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for activities that may harm marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. This is essential to prevent ecological damage and ensure sustainable use of oceanic resources in the high seas. Statement 3 is incorrect. As of now, India has signed but not ratified the treaty. Ratification involves a formal approval by the Parliament and is a separate legal process from signing. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect because the High Seas Treaty, formally known as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Treaty, applies specifically to areas outside national jurisdictions—namely, the high seas and the international seabed area. It does not cover Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) of coastal states, which are governed by national laws and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Statement 2 is correct. A key provision of the BBNJ Treaty is the mandatory conduct of environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for activities that may harm marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. This is essential to prevent ecological damage and ensure sustainable use of oceanic resources in the high seas. Statement 3 is incorrect. As of now, India has signed but not ratified the treaty. Ratification involves a formal approval by the Parliament and is a separate legal process from signing.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ): 1. It applies only to Exclusive Economic Zones of coastal states. 2. It mandates environmental impact assessments in areas beyond national jurisdiction. 3. India has already ratified the treaty. How many of the statements given above are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: a)

• Statement 1 is incorrect because the High Seas Treaty, formally known as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Treaty, applies specifically to areas outside national jurisdictions—namely, the high seas and the international seabed area. It does not cover Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) of coastal states, which are governed by national laws and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

• Statement 2 is correct. A key provision of the BBNJ Treaty is the mandatory conduct of environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for activities that may harm marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. This is essential to prevent ecological damage and ensure sustainable use of oceanic resources in the high seas.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. As of now, India has signed but not ratified the treaty. Ratification involves a formal approval by the Parliament and is a separate legal process from signing.

Solution: a)

• Statement 3 is incorrect. As of now, India has signed but not ratified the treaty. Ratification involves a formal approval by the Parliament and is a separate legal process from signing.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Match List-I with List-II and List-III and select the correct answer: List-I (Initiative) List-II (Nodal Ministry/Agency) List-III (Key Feature) 1. UMEED Portal A. Ministry of Heavy Industries P. Geotagging of properties 2. SPMEPCI Scheme B. Ministry of Minority Affairs Q. Minimum global automotive revenue criteria 3. Seva Se Seekhen Campaign C. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports R. Engagement of NSS volunteers Select the correct answer code: (a) 1-B-Q, 2-A-R, 3-C-P (b) 1-C-R, 2-B-P, 3-A-Q (c) 1-B-P, 2-A-Q, 3-C-R (d) 1-A-P, 2-C-Q, 3-B-R Correct Solution: c) UMEED Portal: It is a centralized platform under the Ministry of Minority Affairs (B). A key feature is the geotagging and digitization of properties (P). So, the correct combination is 1-B-P. SPMEPCI Scheme: This scheme for electric cars falls under the purview of the Ministry of Heavy Industries (A). One of the eligibility conditions for companies is a minimum global automotive revenue (Q) of ₹10,000 crore. So, the correct combination is 2-A-Q. Seva Se Seekhen Campaign: This campaign is a joint initiative involving the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (C). It draws its target group from various platforms, including NSS (National Service Scheme) volunteers (R). So, the correct combination is 3-C-R. Incorrect Solution: c) UMEED Portal: It is a centralized platform under the Ministry of Minority Affairs (B). A key feature is the geotagging and digitization of properties (P). So, the correct combination is 1-B-P. SPMEPCI Scheme: This scheme for electric cars falls under the purview of the Ministry of Heavy Industries (A). One of the eligibility conditions for companies is a minimum global automotive revenue (Q) of ₹10,000 crore. So, the correct combination is 2-A-Q. Seva Se Seekhen Campaign: This campaign is a joint initiative involving the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (C). It draws its target group from various platforms, including NSS (National Service Scheme) volunteers (R). So, the correct combination is 3-C-R.

#### 2. Question

Match List-I with List-II and List-III and select the correct answer:

List-I (Initiative) | List-II (Nodal Ministry/Agency) | List-III (Key Feature)

1.UMEED Portal | A. Ministry of Heavy Industries | P. Geotagging of properties
2.SPMEPCI Scheme | B. Ministry of Minority Affairs | Q. Minimum global automotive revenue criteria
3.Seva Se Seekhen Campaign | C. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports | R. Engagement of NSS volunteers

Select the correct answer code:

• (a) 1-B-Q, 2-A-R, 3-C-P

• (b) 1-C-R, 2-B-P, 3-A-Q

• (c) 1-B-P, 2-A-Q, 3-C-R

• (d) 1-A-P, 2-C-Q, 3-B-R

Solution: c)

• UMEED Portal: It is a centralized platform under the Ministry of Minority Affairs (B). A key feature is the geotagging and digitization of properties (P). So, the correct combination is 1-B-P.

• SPMEPCI Scheme: This scheme for electric cars falls under the purview of the Ministry of Heavy Industries (A). One of the eligibility conditions for companies is a minimum global automotive revenue (Q) of ₹10,000 crore. So, the correct combination is 2-A-Q.

• Seva Se Seekhen Campaign: This campaign is a joint initiative involving the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (C). It draws its target group from various platforms, including NSS (National Service Scheme) volunteers (R). So, the correct combination is 3-C-R.

Solution: c)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements about Israel’s Magen laser defence system: The system is developed primarily by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. It is designed to complement, not replace, existing defence systems like the Iron Dome. Its effectiveness is highest against large, slow-moving targets like strategic bombers. How many of the statements given above are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is the lead developer of the Magen system, which is part of the larger Iron Beam program. Statement 2 is also correct. The system’s AI-integrated threat assessment can switch to conventional missiles when needed, which implies it works in conjunction with other systems. Laser defence is part of a multi-layered air defence strategy, where it complements systems like the Iron Dome by handling specific types of threats (like drones and mortars) very cost-effectively, reserving expensive interceptors for more complex threats. Statement 3 is incorrect. The system was successfully used in live combat to intercept dozens of Hezbollah drones. Laser weapons are particularly effective against smaller, less-hardened targets like drones, mortars, and rockets. While they can theoretically target larger aircraft, their primary strategic advantage and current application are in countering high-volume, low-cost threats, not large strategic bombers which are typically engaged by long-range missiles. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is the lead developer of the Magen system, which is part of the larger Iron Beam program. Statement 2 is also correct. The system’s AI-integrated threat assessment can switch to conventional missiles when needed, which implies it works in conjunction with other systems. Laser defence is part of a multi-layered air defence strategy, where it complements systems like the Iron Dome by handling specific types of threats (like drones and mortars) very cost-effectively, reserving expensive interceptors for more complex threats. Statement 3 is incorrect. The system was successfully used in live combat to intercept dozens of Hezbollah drones. Laser weapons are particularly effective against smaller, less-hardened targets like drones, mortars, and rockets. While they can theoretically target larger aircraft, their primary strategic advantage and current application are in countering high-volume, low-cost threats, not large strategic bombers which are typically engaged by long-range missiles.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements about Israel’s Magen laser defence system:

• The system is developed primarily by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.

• It is designed to complement, not replace, existing defence systems like the Iron Dome.

• Its effectiveness is highest against large, slow-moving targets like strategic bombers.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: b)

• Statement 1 is correct. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is the lead developer of the Magen system, which is part of the larger Iron Beam program.

• Statement 2 is also correct. The system’s AI-integrated threat assessment can switch to conventional missiles when needed, which implies it works in conjunction with other systems. Laser defence is part of a multi-layered air defence strategy, where it complements systems like the Iron Dome by handling specific types of threats (like drones and mortars) very cost-effectively, reserving expensive interceptors for more complex threats.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The system was successfully used in live combat to intercept dozens of Hezbollah drones. Laser weapons are particularly effective against smaller, less-hardened targets like drones, mortars, and rockets. While they can theoretically target larger aircraft, their primary strategic advantage and current application are in countering high-volume, low-cost threats, not large strategic bombers which are typically engaged by long-range missiles.

Solution: b)

• Statement 1 is correct. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is the lead developer of the Magen system, which is part of the larger Iron Beam program.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question With reference to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, consider the following statements: The act decentralizes the registration of Waqf properties to local Panchayat-level bodies. It mandates that all disputes related to Waqf properties must be finally settled by the Supreme Court of India. The act empowers Waqf Tribunals to automatically adjudicate properties that remain unregistered after a specified deadline. How many of the statements given above are correct? a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 3 is the only correct statement. A key reform introduced by the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, is the empowerment of Waqf Tribunals. The act specifies that if a Waqf property is not registered on the UMEED portal within the six-month deadline, it will be automatically flagged as disputed and its case will be sent to the respective Waqf Tribunal for adjudication. This creates a strong incentive for timely registration and a clear process for handling non-compliance. Statement 1 is incorrect. The reform aims for centralized digitization through the UMEED portal, managed at the national level by the Ministry of Minority Affairs in coordination with State Waqf Boards, not decentralization to Panchayat bodies. Statement 2 is incorrect. The act introduces an appeal mechanism allowing decisions of the Waqf Tribunal to be challenged in the High Courts, not directly and finally in the Supreme Court. The High Court is the first appellate authority above the Tribunal according to the new provision. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 3 is the only correct statement. A key reform introduced by the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, is the empowerment of Waqf Tribunals. The act specifies that if a Waqf property is not registered on the UMEED portal within the six-month deadline, it will be automatically flagged as disputed and its case will be sent to the respective Waqf Tribunal for adjudication. This creates a strong incentive for timely registration and a clear process for handling non-compliance. Statement 1 is incorrect. The reform aims for centralized digitization through the UMEED portal, managed at the national level by the Ministry of Minority Affairs in coordination with State Waqf Boards, not decentralization to Panchayat bodies. Statement 2 is incorrect. The act introduces an appeal mechanism allowing decisions of the Waqf Tribunal to be challenged in the High Courts, not directly and finally in the Supreme Court. The High Court is the first appellate authority above the Tribunal according to the new provision.

#### 4. Question

With reference to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, consider the following statements:

• The act decentralizes the registration of Waqf properties to local Panchayat-level bodies.

• It mandates that all disputes related to Waqf properties must be finally settled by the Supreme Court of India.

• The act empowers Waqf Tribunals to automatically adjudicate properties that remain unregistered after a specified deadline.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

• a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: a)

• Statement 3 is the only correct statement. A key reform introduced by the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, is the empowerment of Waqf Tribunals. The act specifies that if a Waqf property is not registered on the UMEED portal within the six-month deadline, it will be automatically flagged as disputed and its case will be sent to the respective Waqf Tribunal for adjudication. This creates a strong incentive for timely registration and a clear process for handling non-compliance.

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The reform aims for centralized digitization through the UMEED portal, managed at the national level by the Ministry of Minority Affairs in coordination with State Waqf Boards, not decentralization to Panchayat bodies.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The act introduces an appeal mechanism allowing decisions of the Waqf Tribunal to be challenged in the High Courts, not directly and finally in the Supreme Court. The High Court is the first appellate authority above the Tribunal according to the new provision.

Solution: a)

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question The ‘Seva Se Seekhen’ campaign aims to develop which of the following skills and values among youth volunteers? (a) Advanced data analytics and coding (b) Financial literacy and investment management (c) Empathy and grassroots engagement (d) Foreign language proficiency Correct Solution: c) Among the key goals of ‘Seva Se Seekhen’ campaign is to encourage nation-building values like discipline, empathy, and grassroots engagement. This highlights the campaign’s focus on character development and social consciousness alongside practical skills. The experience of working in a Jan Aushadhi Kendra, serving diverse community members, is designed to foster these specific values. While volunteers learn about logistics and inventory (a practical skill), the campaign’s objectives do not extend to advanced technical skills like data analytics or coding (a), personal finance topics like investment management (b), or foreign languages (d). The focus is clearly on public health, community service, and personal development through service. Incorrect Solution: c) Among the key goals of ‘Seva Se Seekhen’ campaign is to encourage nation-building values like discipline, empathy, and grassroots engagement. This highlights the campaign’s focus on character development and social consciousness alongside practical skills. The experience of working in a Jan Aushadhi Kendra, serving diverse community members, is designed to foster these specific values. While volunteers learn about logistics and inventory (a practical skill), the campaign’s objectives do not extend to advanced technical skills like data analytics or coding (a), personal finance topics like investment management (b), or foreign languages (d). The focus is clearly on public health, community service, and personal development through service.

#### 5. Question

The ‘Seva Se Seekhen’ campaign aims to develop which of the following skills and values among youth volunteers?

• (a) Advanced data analytics and coding

• (b) Financial literacy and investment management

• (c) Empathy and grassroots engagement

• (d) Foreign language proficiency

Solution: c)

Among the key goals of ‘Seva Se Seekhen’ campaign is to encourage nation-building values like discipline, empathy, and grassroots engagement. This highlights the campaign’s focus on character development and social consciousness alongside practical skills. The experience of working in a Jan Aushadhi Kendra, serving diverse community members, is designed to foster these specific values.

While volunteers learn about logistics and inventory (a practical skill), the campaign’s objectives do not extend to advanced technical skills like data analytics or coding (a), personal finance topics like investment management (b), or foreign languages (d). The focus is clearly on public health, community service, and personal development through service.

Solution: c)

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