UPSC Editorials Quiz : 20 May 2025

Introducing QUED – Questions from Editorials (UPSC Editorials Quiz) , an innovative initiative from InsightsIAS. Considering the significant number of questions in previous UPSC Prelims from editorials, practicing MCQs from this perspective can provide an extra edge. While we cover important editorials separately in our Editorial Section and SECURE Initiative, adding QUED (UPSC Editorials Quiz) to your daily MCQ practice alongside Static Quiz, Current Affairs Quiz, and InstaDART can be crucial for better performance. We recommend utilizing this initiative to enhance your preparation, with 5 MCQs posted daily at 11 am from Monday to Saturday on our website under the QUIZ menu.

#### Quiz-summary

0 of 5 questions completed

Questions:

#### Information

Best of luck! 🙂

You have already completed the quiz before. Hence you can not start it again.

Quiz is loading...

You must sign in or sign up to start the quiz.

You have to finish following quiz, to start this quiz:

0 of 5 questions answered correctly

Your time:

Time has elapsed

You have reached 0 of 0 points, (0)

#### Categories

• Not categorized 0%

• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly: The IPU Assembly is the main body of the IPU that discusses global issues and makes recommendations. The IPU Assembly is responsible for overseeing the budget and administration of the IPU. The IPU Assembly brings together parliamentarians from member states to address international problems. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The IPU Assembly is the main body that brings together parliamentarians to discuss global issues and make recommendations. Statement 2 is incorrect because budget and administration matters are the responsibility of the Governing Council, not the Assembly. The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly is the main political body of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, the global organization of national parliaments. It convenes twice a year, bringing together parliamentarians from around the world to: Adopt parliamentary resolutions on global issues: These resolutions aim to address challenges to peace, democracy, and sustainable development. Facilitate parliamentary diplomacy: The Assembly provides a platform for dialogue, exchange of experiences, and building bridges between parliaments on critical global matters. Bring a parliamentary dimension to global governance: This includes engaging with the work of the United Nations and the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Discuss and make recommendations for international parliamentary action. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The IPU Assembly is the main body that brings together parliamentarians to discuss global issues and make recommendations. Statement 2 is incorrect because budget and administration matters are the responsibility of the Governing Council, not the Assembly. The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly is the main political body of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, the global organization of national parliaments. It convenes twice a year, bringing together parliamentarians from around the world to: Adopt parliamentary resolutions on global issues: These resolutions aim to address challenges to peace, democracy, and sustainable development. Facilitate parliamentary diplomacy: The Assembly provides a platform for dialogue, exchange of experiences, and building bridges between parliaments on critical global matters. Bring a parliamentary dimension to global governance: This includes engaging with the work of the United Nations and the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Discuss and make recommendations for international parliamentary action.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly:

• The IPU Assembly is the main body of the IPU that discusses global issues and makes recommendations.

• The IPU Assembly is responsible for overseeing the budget and administration of the IPU.

• The IPU Assembly brings together parliamentarians from member states to address international problems.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The IPU Assembly is the main body that brings together parliamentarians to discuss global issues and make recommendations. Statement 2 is incorrect because budget and administration matters are the responsibility of the Governing Council, not the Assembly.

The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly is the main political body of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, the global organization of national parliaments. It convenes twice a year, bringing together parliamentarians from around the world to:

• Adopt parliamentary resolutions on global issues: These resolutions aim to address challenges to peace, democracy, and sustainable development.

• Facilitate parliamentary diplomacy: The Assembly provides a platform for dialogue, exchange of experiences, and building bridges between parliaments on critical global matters.

• Bring a parliamentary dimension to global governance: This includes engaging with the work of the United Nations and the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

• Discuss and make recommendations for international parliamentary action.

Solution: b)

• Adopt parliamentary resolutions on global issues: These resolutions aim to address challenges to peace, democracy, and sustainable development.

• Facilitate parliamentary diplomacy: The Assembly provides a platform for dialogue, exchange of experiences, and building bridges between parliaments on critical global matters.

• Bring a parliamentary dimension to global governance: This includes engaging with the work of the United Nations and the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

• Discuss and make recommendations for international parliamentary action.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question The Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas – Electric Vehicle (MAHA-EV) Mission focuses on all the following except: a) EV charging infrastructure. b) EV batteries and cells. c) Power electronics, machines, and drives (PEMD). d) Developing electric aviation technologies. Correct Solution: d) The MAHA-EV Mission does not focus on electric aviation technologies. Its primary focus is on EV batteries, PEMD, and charging infrastructure to support India’s transition to electric mobility and reduce import dependency. The Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas – Electric Vehicle (MAHA-EV) Mission is an initiative launched by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). The ANRF operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology. The MAHA-EV Mission aims to address critical challenges and drive innovation within India’s electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem. It focuses on fostering research and development to achieve self-reliance, reduce import dependence, and promote a greener, sustainable future in line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047 visions. Key Objectives and Focus Areas: The MAHA-EV Mission targets three strategically defined Technological Verticals (TVs): Tropical EV Battery and Battery Cells (TV-I): This area focuses on developing battery technologies suitable for India’s hot and humid climate, ensuring better performance and longevity. Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives (PEMD) (TV-II): This vertical deals with enhancing the efficiency and power of the electrical systems that power EVs, such as motors, controllers, and converters. EV Charging Infrastructure (TV-III): This focuses on creating faster, smarter, and more accessible charging solutions across the country to support the widespread adoption of EVs. Incorrect Solution: d) The MAHA-EV Mission does not focus on electric aviation technologies. Its primary focus is on EV batteries, PEMD, and charging infrastructure to support India’s transition to electric mobility and reduce import dependency. The Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas – Electric Vehicle (MAHA-EV) Mission is an initiative launched by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). The ANRF operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology. The MAHA-EV Mission aims to address critical challenges and drive innovation within India’s electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem. It focuses on fostering research and development to achieve self-reliance, reduce import dependence, and promote a greener, sustainable future in line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047 visions. Key Objectives and Focus Areas: The MAHA-EV Mission targets three strategically defined Technological Verticals (TVs): Tropical EV Battery and Battery Cells (TV-I): This area focuses on developing battery technologies suitable for India’s hot and humid climate, ensuring better performance and longevity. Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives (PEMD) (TV-II): This vertical deals with enhancing the efficiency and power of the electrical systems that power EVs, such as motors, controllers, and converters. EV Charging Infrastructure (TV-III): This focuses on creating faster, smarter, and more accessible charging solutions across the country to support the widespread adoption of EVs.

#### 2. Question

The Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas – Electric Vehicle (MAHA-EV) Mission focuses on all the following except:

• a) EV charging infrastructure.

• b) EV batteries and cells.

• c) Power electronics, machines, and drives (PEMD).

• d) Developing electric aviation technologies.

Solution: d)

The MAHA-EV Mission does not focus on electric aviation technologies. Its primary focus is on EV batteries, PEMD, and charging infrastructure to support India’s transition to electric mobility and reduce import dependency.

The Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas – Electric Vehicle (MAHA-EV) Mission is an initiative launched by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). The ANRF operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology.

The MAHA-EV Mission aims to address critical challenges and drive innovation within India’s electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem. It focuses on fostering research and development to achieve self-reliance, reduce import dependence, and promote a greener, sustainable future in line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047 visions.

Key Objectives and Focus Areas:

The MAHA-EV Mission targets three strategically defined Technological Verticals (TVs):

• Tropical EV Battery and Battery Cells (TV-I): This area focuses on developing battery technologies suitable for India’s hot and humid climate, ensuring better performance and longevity.

• Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives (PEMD) (TV-II): This vertical deals with enhancing the efficiency and power of the electrical systems that power EVs, such as motors, controllers, and converters.

• EV Charging Infrastructure (TV-III): This focuses on creating faster, smarter, and more accessible charging solutions across the country to support the widespread adoption of EVs.

Solution: d)

Key Objectives and Focus Areas:

The MAHA-EV Mission targets three strategically defined Technological Verticals (TVs):

• Tropical EV Battery and Battery Cells (TV-I): This area focuses on developing battery technologies suitable for India’s hot and humid climate, ensuring better performance and longevity.

• EV Charging Infrastructure (TV-III): This focuses on creating faster, smarter, and more accessible charging solutions across the country to support the widespread adoption of EVs.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Nile River: The Nile River forms a delta as it flows into the Mediterranean Sea. The Blue Nile and White Nile are two principal streams of the river. The Nile Basin includes parts of Kenya, Ethiopia, and Egypt. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: c) All the statements are correct. The Nile forms a delta in the Mediterranean, has two principal tributaries (Blue Nile and White Nile), and its basin includes Kenya, Ethiopia, and Egypt. Incorrect Solution: c) All the statements are correct. The Nile forms a delta in the Mediterranean, has two principal tributaries (Blue Nile and White Nile), and its basin includes Kenya, Ethiopia, and Egypt.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Nile River:

• The Nile River forms a delta as it flows into the Mediterranean Sea.

• The Blue Nile and White Nile are two principal streams of the river.

• The Nile Basin includes parts of Kenya, Ethiopia, and Egypt.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: c)

All the statements are correct. The Nile forms a delta in the Mediterranean, has two principal tributaries (Blue Nile and White Nile), and its basin includes Kenya, Ethiopia, and Egypt.

Solution: c)

All the statements are correct. The Nile forms a delta in the Mediterranean, has two principal tributaries (Blue Nile and White Nile), and its basin includes Kenya, Ethiopia, and Egypt.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements about the International Telecommunication Union (ITU): It was founded as the International Telegraph Union. ITU is now a specialized agency of the United Nations. It sets global telecommunication and ICT standards. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: c) The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs). Founded in 1865 as the International Telegraph Union, it is one of the oldest international organizations. India has been a member since 1869. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the ITU has a global membership of 194 Member States and over 1000 Sector Members, including companies, academic institutions, and international and regional organizations. Key Functions of the ITU: Spectrum Management: The ITU manages the shared global use of the radio-frequency spectrum and facilitates international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, ensuring the efficient and equitable use of these resources and preventing harmful interference. Standardization: It develops and coordinates worldwide technical standards for telecommunications and ICTs, known as ITU-T Recommendations. These standards are crucial for the interoperability of ICT networks and devices, enabling seamless global communication. Development: The ITU works to improve telecommunication infrastructure and access to ICTs in developing countries. This includes providing technical assistance, training, and helping to finance telecommunication projects to bridge the digital divide. Policy and Regulation: The ITU assists member states in formulating national policies and regulations related to ICTs, addressing issues like cybersecurity, privacy, and broadband connectivity. Global Cooperation: It serves as a platform for international cooperation and dialogue among governments and the private sector to address global ICT challenges and promote the development of new technologies. Addressing Emerging Technologies: The ITU plays an increasingly important role in dealing with new and emerging technologies such as 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity, setting rules and guidelines for their effective and secure use. Incorrect Solution: c) The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs). Founded in 1865 as the International Telegraph Union, it is one of the oldest international organizations. India has been a member since 1869. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the ITU has a global membership of 194 Member States and over 1000 Sector Members, including companies, academic institutions, and international and regional organizations. Key Functions of the ITU: Spectrum Management: The ITU manages the shared global use of the radio-frequency spectrum and facilitates international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, ensuring the efficient and equitable use of these resources and preventing harmful interference. Standardization: It develops and coordinates worldwide technical standards for telecommunications and ICTs, known as ITU-T Recommendations. These standards are crucial for the interoperability of ICT networks and devices, enabling seamless global communication. Development: The ITU works to improve telecommunication infrastructure and access to ICTs in developing countries. This includes providing technical assistance, training, and helping to finance telecommunication projects to bridge the digital divide. Policy and Regulation: The ITU assists member states in formulating national policies and regulations related to ICTs, addressing issues like cybersecurity, privacy, and broadband connectivity. Global Cooperation: It serves as a platform for international cooperation and dialogue among governments and the private sector to address global ICT challenges and promote the development of new technologies. Addressing Emerging Technologies: The ITU plays an increasingly important role in dealing with new and emerging technologies such as 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity, setting rules and guidelines for their effective and secure use.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements about the International Telecommunication Union (ITU):

• It was founded as the International Telegraph Union.

• ITU is now a specialized agency of the United Nations.

• It sets global telecommunication and ICT standards.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: c)

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs). Founded in 1865 as the International Telegraph Union, it is one of the oldest international organizations. India has been a member since 1869. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the ITU has a global membership of 194 Member States and over 1000 Sector Members, including companies, academic institutions, and international and regional organizations.

Key Functions of the ITU:

• Spectrum Management: The ITU manages the shared global use of the radio-frequency spectrum and facilitates international cooperation in assigning satellite orbits, ensuring the efficient and equitable use of these resources and preventing harmful interference.

• Standardization: It develops and coordinates worldwide technical standards for telecommunications and ICTs, known as ITU-T Recommendations. These standards are crucial for the interoperability of ICT networks and devices, enabling seamless global communication.

• Development: The ITU works to improve telecommunication infrastructure and access to ICTs in developing countries. This includes providing technical assistance, training, and helping to finance telecommunication projects to bridge the digital divide.

• Policy and Regulation: The ITU assists member states in formulating national policies and regulations related to ICTs, addressing issues like cybersecurity, privacy, and broadband connectivity.

• Global Cooperation: It serves as a platform for international cooperation and dialogue among governments and the private sector to address global ICT challenges and promote the development of new technologies.

• Addressing Emerging Technologies: The ITU plays an increasingly important role in dealing with new and emerging technologies such as 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity, setting rules and guidelines for their effective and secure use.

Solution: c)

Key Functions of the ITU:

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements about Stratovolcanoes: Stratovolcanoes are tall, steep, cone-shaped volcanoes. They are primarily made of layers of lava and ash. Stratovolcanoes typically have calm and non-explosive eruptions. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: b) Stratovolcanoes, also known as composite volcanoes, are characterized by their tall, steep, cone-shaped structure. They are primarily composed of layers of hardened lava, volcanic ash, and other debris. Stratovolcanoes are known for their explosive eruptions due to the high viscosity of their magma, which traps gases and builds pressure. Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct as they describe the structure and composition of stratovolcanoes. Statement 3 is incorrect because stratovolcanoes are not known for calm eruptions; they typically exhibit violent, explosive activity. Incorrect Solution: b) Stratovolcanoes, also known as composite volcanoes, are characterized by their tall, steep, cone-shaped structure. They are primarily composed of layers of hardened lava, volcanic ash, and other debris. Stratovolcanoes are known for their explosive eruptions due to the high viscosity of their magma, which traps gases and builds pressure. Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct as they describe the structure and composition of stratovolcanoes. Statement 3 is incorrect because stratovolcanoes are not known for calm eruptions; they typically exhibit violent, explosive activity.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about Stratovolcanoes:

• Stratovolcanoes are tall, steep, cone-shaped volcanoes.

• They are primarily made of layers of lava and ash.

• Stratovolcanoes typically have calm and non-explosive eruptions.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: b)

Stratovolcanoes, also known as composite volcanoes, are characterized by their tall, steep, cone-shaped structure. They are primarily composed of layers of hardened lava, volcanic ash, and other debris. Stratovolcanoes are known for their explosive eruptions due to the high viscosity of their magma, which traps gases and builds pressure.

Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct as they describe the structure and composition of stratovolcanoes. Statement 3 is incorrect because stratovolcanoes are not known for calm eruptions; they typically exhibit violent, explosive activity.

Solution: b)

Join our Official Telegram Channel HERE for Motivation and Fast Updates

Join our Twitter Channel HERE

Follow our Instagram Channel HERE