UPSC Editorials Quiz : 22 November 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements about the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI): The DRI is responsible for enforcing the Customs Act. It collaborates with international agencies to combat transnational crimes. The DRI operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct. The DRI enforces the Customs Act and other related laws. Statement 2 is correct. The DRI collaborates with global agencies to tackle smuggling and transnational crimes. Statement 3 is incorrect. The DRI operates under the Ministry of Finance, not the Ministry of Home Affairs. About Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI): Origin:Established in 1957. Headquarters:New Delhi, India. Ministry:Operates under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. Functions: Preventing and investigating smuggling of narcotics, gold, counterfeit currency, and wildlife. Collaborating with international agencies to combat transnational crimes. Enforcement of the Customs Act and related laws. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct. The DRI enforces the Customs Act and other related laws. Statement 2 is correct. The DRI collaborates with global agencies to tackle smuggling and transnational crimes. Statement 3 is incorrect. The DRI operates under the Ministry of Finance, not the Ministry of Home Affairs. About Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI): Origin:Established in 1957. Headquarters:New Delhi, India. Ministry:Operates under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. Functions: Preventing and investigating smuggling of narcotics, gold, counterfeit currency, and wildlife. Collaborating with international agencies to combat transnational crimes. Enforcement of the Customs Act and related laws.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements about the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI):

• The DRI is responsible for enforcing the Customs Act.

• It collaborates with international agencies to combat transnational crimes.

• The DRI operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

Statement 1 is correct. The DRI enforces the Customs Act and other related laws.

Statement 2 is correct. The DRI collaborates with global agencies to tackle smuggling and transnational crimes.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The DRI operates under the Ministry of Finance, not the Ministry of Home Affairs.

About Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI):

• Origin:Established in 1957.

• Headquarters:New Delhi, India.

• Ministry:Operates under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

Functions:

• Preventing and investigating smuggling of narcotics, gold, counterfeit currency, and wildlife.

• Collaborating with international agencies to combat transnational crimes.

• Enforcement of the Customs Act and related laws.

Solution: B

Statement 1 is correct. The DRI enforces the Customs Act and other related laws.

Statement 2 is correct. The DRI collaborates with global agencies to tackle smuggling and transnational crimes.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The DRI operates under the Ministry of Finance, not the Ministry of Home Affairs.

About Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI):

• Origin:Established in 1957.

• Headquarters:New Delhi, India.

• Ministry:Operates under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.

Functions:

• Preventing and investigating smuggling of narcotics, gold, counterfeit currency, and wildlife.

• Collaborating with international agencies to combat transnational crimes.

• Enforcement of the Customs Act and related laws.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about the Caspian Sea: The Caspian Sea is completely freshwater. It is a remnant of the ancient Paratethys Sea. Its seafloor features continental granite, unlike most oceans. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect. The Caspian Sea’s salinity varies, with some parts fresh and others salty. Statement 2 is correct. The Caspian Sea is a landlocked remnant of the Paratethys Sea, isolated due to tectonic uplift and sea-level changes. Statement 3 is incorrect. The seafloor of the Caspian Sea features oceanic basalt, not continental granite. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is incorrect. The Caspian Sea’s salinity varies, with some parts fresh and others salty. Statement 2 is correct. The Caspian Sea is a landlocked remnant of the Paratethys Sea, isolated due to tectonic uplift and sea-level changes. Statement 3 is incorrect. The seafloor of the Caspian Sea features oceanic basalt, not continental granite.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about the Caspian Sea:

• The Caspian Sea is completely freshwater.

• It is a remnant of the ancient Paratethys Sea.

• Its seafloor features continental granite, unlike most oceans.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Caspian Sea’s salinity varies, with some parts fresh and others salty.

Statement 2 is correct. The Caspian Sea is a landlocked remnant of the Paratethys Sea, isolated due to tectonic uplift and sea-level changes.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The seafloor of the Caspian Sea features oceanic basalt, not continental granite.

Solution: A

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Caspian Sea’s salinity varies, with some parts fresh and others salty.

Statement 2 is correct. The Caspian Sea is a landlocked remnant of the Paratethys Sea, isolated due to tectonic uplift and sea-level changes.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The seafloor of the Caspian Sea features oceanic basalt, not continental granite.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements about the RBI Act, 1934: It grants the central government the power to dissolve the RBI Board. It provides the central government the authority to issue directions to the RBI in public interest. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: A Laws Governing RBI-Centre Relations: RBI Act, 1934: Establishes the RBI’s role and functions. Section 7: Empowers the central government to issue directions to the RBI in matters of public interest. Banking Regulation Act, 1949: Governs banking sector regulation, providing the RBI authority over banking operations. Public Debt Act, 1944: Empowers the RBI to manage public debt on behalf of the government. Monetary Policy Framework Agreement (2016): Introduced inflation targeting, mandating coordination between the RBI and the government. Incorrect Solution: A Laws Governing RBI-Centre Relations: RBI Act, 1934: Establishes the RBI’s role and functions. Section 7: Empowers the central government to issue directions to the RBI in matters of public interest. Banking Regulation Act, 1949: Governs banking sector regulation, providing the RBI authority over banking operations. Public Debt Act, 1944: Empowers the RBI to manage public debt on behalf of the government. Monetary Policy Framework Agreement (2016): Introduced inflation targeting, mandating coordination between the RBI and the government.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements about the RBI Act, 1934:

• It grants the central government the power to dissolve the RBI Board.

• It provides the central government the authority to issue directions to the RBI in public interest.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: A

Laws Governing RBI-Centre Relations:

RBI Act, 1934:

• Establishes the RBI’s role and functions.

• Section 7: Empowers the central government to issue directions to the RBI in matters of public interest.

Banking Regulation Act, 1949:

• Governs banking sector regulation, providing the RBI authority over banking operations.

Public Debt Act, 1944:

• Empowers the RBI to manage public debt on behalf of the government.

Monetary Policy Framework Agreement (2016):

• Introduced inflation targeting, mandating coordination between the RBI and the government.

Solution: A

Laws Governing RBI-Centre Relations:

RBI Act, 1934:

• Establishes the RBI’s role and functions.

• Section 7: Empowers the central government to issue directions to the RBI in matters of public interest.

Banking Regulation Act, 1949:

• Governs banking sector regulation, providing the RBI authority over banking operations.

Public Debt Act, 1944:

• Empowers the RBI to manage public debt on behalf of the government.

Monetary Policy Framework Agreement (2016):

• Introduced inflation targeting, mandating coordination between the RBI and the government.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements about the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA): It promotes organic farming as a key strategy for soil conservation. It encourages efficient irrigation practices to reduce water-induced soil erosion. It supports afforestation efforts to restore degraded soils. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: A Statement 1 is correct as organic farming is a key strategy under NMSA to improve soil health, reduce dependency on chemical fertilizers, and promote sustainable farming. It aligns with the mission’s goal of improving soil conservation through environmentally friendly practices. Statement 2 is correct because NMSA encourages the adoption of efficient irrigation techniques, such as micro-irrigation (drip and sprinkler systems), to minimize water wastage and reduce soil erosion caused by excessive water use. Statement 3 is incorrect since afforestation and reforestation activities are outside the scope of NMSA. Such initiatives are handled under forestry and watershed development programs managed by other government schemes. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is correct as organic farming is a key strategy under NMSA to improve soil health, reduce dependency on chemical fertilizers, and promote sustainable farming. It aligns with the mission’s goal of improving soil conservation through environmentally friendly practices. Statement 2 is correct because NMSA encourages the adoption of efficient irrigation techniques, such as micro-irrigation (drip and sprinkler systems), to minimize water wastage and reduce soil erosion caused by excessive water use. Statement 3 is incorrect since afforestation and reforestation activities are outside the scope of NMSA. Such initiatives are handled under forestry and watershed development programs managed by other government schemes.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements about the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA):

• It promotes organic farming as a key strategy for soil conservation.

• It encourages efficient irrigation practices to reduce water-induced soil erosion.

• It supports afforestation efforts to restore degraded soils.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: A

Statement 1 is correct as organic farming is a key strategy under NMSA to improve soil health, reduce dependency on chemical fertilizers, and promote sustainable farming. It aligns with the mission’s goal of improving soil conservation through environmentally friendly practices.

Statement 2 is correct because NMSA encourages the adoption of efficient irrigation techniques, such as micro-irrigation (drip and sprinkler systems), to minimize water wastage and reduce soil erosion caused by excessive water use.

Statement 3 is incorrect since afforestation and reforestation activities are outside the scope of NMSA. Such initiatives are handled under forestry and watershed development programs managed by other government schemes.

Solution: A

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following countries does not share a border with Cameroon? a) Equatorial Guinea b) Gabon c) Angola d) Chad Correct Solution: C Cameroon shares borders with Nigeria, Chad, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea, as well as the Atlantic Ocean. Angola is not a neighboring country. Incorrect Solution: C Cameroon shares borders with Nigeria, Chad, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea, as well as the Atlantic Ocean. Angola is not a neighboring country.

#### 5. Question

Which of the following countries does not share a border with Cameroon?

• a) Equatorial Guinea

Solution: C

Cameroon shares borders with Nigeria, Chad, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea, as well as the Atlantic Ocean. Angola is not a neighboring country.

Solution: C

Cameroon shares borders with Nigeria, Chad, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea, as well as the Atlantic Ocean. Angola is not a neighboring country.

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