UPSC Editorials Quiz : 27 November 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Troika’ in the context of the G20: It ensures continuity in the G20 agenda since there is no permanent secretariat. It consists of the current presidency, the European Union representative, and the World Bank President. It allows the current presidency to shape the agenda without consultation from past leaders. 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 correct. The Troika is a mechanism designed to ensure consistency and continuity in the G20’s agenda, specifically because the forum lacks a permanent secretariat. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Troika comprises the past presidency, the current presidency, and the next presidency. It does not specifically include the EU representative or World Bank President as fixed members of the Troika structure itself. Statement 3 is incorrect. The purpose of the Troika is to ensure coordination between the past, present, and future hosts, preventing the current presidency from acting in isolation or deviating drastically from long-term goals. Incorrect Solution: A Statement 1 is correct. The Troika is a mechanism designed to ensure consistency and continuity in the G20’s agenda, specifically because the forum lacks a permanent secretariat. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Troika comprises the past presidency, the current presidency, and the next presidency. It does not specifically include the EU representative or World Bank President as fixed members of the Troika structure itself. Statement 3 is incorrect. The purpose of the Troika is to ensure coordination between the past, present, and future hosts, preventing the current presidency from acting in isolation or deviating drastically from long-term goals.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Troika’ in the context of the G20:

• It ensures continuity in the G20 agenda since there is no permanent secretariat.

• It consists of the current presidency, the European Union representative, and the World Bank President.

• It allows the current presidency to shape the agenda without consultation from past leaders.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

• Statement 1 is correct. The Troika is a mechanism designed to ensure consistency and continuity in the G20’s agenda, specifically because the forum lacks a permanent secretariat.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. The Troika comprises the past presidency, the current presidency, and the next presidency. It does not specifically include the EU representative or World Bank President as fixed members of the Troika structure itself.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The purpose of the Troika is to ensure coordination between the past, present, and future hosts, preventing the current presidency from acting in isolation or deviating drastically from long-term goals.

Solution: A

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements: Statement I: LEO (Low-Earth Orbit) satellite systems are increasingly preferred over GEO (Geostationary) satellites for in-flight internet services to reduce latency. Statement II: LEO satellites orbit significantly closer to the Earth compared to GEO satellites, resulting in shorter data transmission distances. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Correct Solution: A Statement-I is correct. There is a growing preference for LEO constellations in aviation connectivity because they offer lower latency and often higher speeds compared to legacy systems. Latency is a critical factor for real-time applications like video calls or streaming. Statement-II is correct and explains Statement-I. GEO satellites orbit at approximately 36,000 km above the Earth, which introduces a natural signal delay (latency) of about 500–700 ms due to the distance the signal must travel. In contrast, LEO satellites orbit much closer (often between 500-2000 km). This drastically reduces the physical distance data packets need to travel between the aircraft, the satellite, and the ground station, directly resulting in the lower latency mentioned in Statement-I. Incorrect Solution: A Statement-I is correct. There is a growing preference for LEO constellations in aviation connectivity because they offer lower latency and often higher speeds compared to legacy systems. Latency is a critical factor for real-time applications like video calls or streaming. Statement-II is correct and explains Statement-I. GEO satellites orbit at approximately 36,000 km above the Earth, which introduces a natural signal delay (latency) of about 500–700 ms due to the distance the signal must travel. In contrast, LEO satellites orbit much closer (often between 500-2000 km). This drastically reduces the physical distance data packets need to travel between the aircraft, the satellite, and the ground station, directly resulting in the lower latency mentioned in Statement-I.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: LEO (Low-Earth Orbit) satellite systems are increasingly preferred over GEO (Geostationary) satellites for in-flight internet services to reduce latency.

Statement II: LEO satellites orbit significantly closer to the Earth compared to GEO satellites, resulting in shorter data transmission distances.

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

• (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

• (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

• (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

• (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Solution: A

• Statement-I is correct. There is a growing preference for LEO constellations in aviation connectivity because they offer lower latency and often higher speeds compared to legacy systems. Latency is a critical factor for real-time applications like video calls or streaming.

• Statement-II is correct and explains Statement-I. GEO satellites orbit at approximately 36,000 km above the Earth, which introduces a natural signal delay (latency) of about 500–700 ms due to the distance the signal must travel. In contrast, LEO satellites orbit much closer (often between 500-2000 km). This drastically reduces the physical distance data packets need to travel between the aircraft, the satellite, and the ground station, directly resulting in the lower latency mentioned in Statement-I.

Solution: A

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question With reference to the ‘Digital Agriculture Mission’ approved in 2025, consider the following statements: The ‘AgriStack’ initiative under the mission aims to create a unique farmer ID (Kisan ki Pehchaan) linked to land records. The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) utilizes geo-referenced village maps to create a real-time ‘Crop Sown Registry’. The mission subsumes the Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES) to improve the accuracy of yield data for crop insurance claims. How many of the statements given above are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: C The Digital Agriculture Mission (₹2,817 Crore outlay) aims to build the digital backbone for Indian agriculture. Statement 1 is correct: AgriStack is the core Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). Its foundational layer is the Farmers’ Registry, which generates a unique ID (Kisan ki Pehchaan) for landholding farmers. This ID is crucial for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and accessing services. Statement 2 is correct: The mission mandates the creation of Geo-referenced village maps. The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) uses these digital maps to verify crops physically sown in the fields, creating a dynamic and reliable Crop Sown Registry. This replaces the manual and often error-prone Girdawari Statement 3 is correct: The mission serves as an umbrella scheme that includes the Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES). By leveraging technology (remote sensing, mobile apps) for Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs), it improves the accuracy of yield data. This is directly linked to the settlement of claims under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), reducing delays and disputes. Incorrect Solution: C The Digital Agriculture Mission (₹2,817 Crore outlay) aims to build the digital backbone for Indian agriculture. Statement 1 is correct: AgriStack is the core Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). Its foundational layer is the Farmers’ Registry, which generates a unique ID (Kisan ki Pehchaan) for landholding farmers. This ID is crucial for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and accessing services. Statement 2 is correct: The mission mandates the creation of Geo-referenced village maps. The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) uses these digital maps to verify crops physically sown in the fields, creating a dynamic and reliable Crop Sown Registry. This replaces the manual and often error-prone Girdawari Statement 3 is correct: The mission serves as an umbrella scheme that includes the Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES). By leveraging technology (remote sensing, mobile apps) for Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs), it improves the accuracy of yield data. This is directly linked to the settlement of claims under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), reducing delays and disputes.

#### 3. Question

With reference to the ‘Digital Agriculture Mission’ approved in 2025, consider the following statements:

• The ‘AgriStack’ initiative under the mission aims to create a unique farmer ID (Kisan ki Pehchaan) linked to land records.

• The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) utilizes geo-referenced village maps to create a real-time ‘Crop Sown Registry’.

• The mission subsumes the Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES) to improve the accuracy of yield data for crop insurance claims.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: C

• The Digital Agriculture Mission (₹2,817 Crore outlay) aims to build the digital backbone for Indian agriculture.

• Statement 1 is correct: AgriStack is the core Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). Its foundational layer is the Farmers’ Registry, which generates a unique ID (Kisan ki Pehchaan) for landholding farmers. This ID is crucial for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and accessing services.

• Statement 2 is correct: The mission mandates the creation of Geo-referenced village maps. The Digital Crop Survey (DCS) uses these digital maps to verify crops physically sown in the fields, creating a dynamic and reliable Crop Sown Registry. This replaces the manual and often error-prone Girdawari

• Statement 3 is correct: The mission serves as an umbrella scheme that includes the Digital General Crop Estimation Survey (DGCES). By leveraging technology (remote sensing, mobile apps) for Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs), it improves the accuracy of yield data. This is directly linked to the settlement of claims under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), reducing delays and disputes.

Solution: C

• The Digital Agriculture Mission (₹2,817 Crore outlay) aims to build the digital backbone for Indian agriculture.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question The ‘Maitri II’ station is being established in which region of Antarctica? (a) Ross Ice Shelf (b) Schirmacher Oasis (c) Larsemann Hills (d) Amundsen-Scott Sector Correct Solution: B Option (b) is correct: Maitri II is planned to be constructed in the Schirmacher Oasis in East Antarctica. This is a rare ice-free plateau region. The site was chosen to be in the immediate vicinity of the existing (and aging) Maitri station to utilize existing logistics and maintain the continuity of the long-term scientific datasets collected there. Larsemann Hills is the location of India’s other active station, Bharati. Incorrect Solution: B Option (b) is correct: Maitri II is planned to be constructed in the Schirmacher Oasis in East Antarctica. This is a rare ice-free plateau region. The site was chosen to be in the immediate vicinity of the existing (and aging) Maitri station to utilize existing logistics and maintain the continuity of the long-term scientific datasets collected there. Larsemann Hills is the location of India’s other active station, Bharati.

#### 4. Question

The ‘Maitri II’ station is being established in which region of Antarctica?

• (a) Ross Ice Shelf

• (b) Schirmacher Oasis

• (c) Larsemann Hills

• (d) Amundsen-Scott Sector

Solution: B

• Option (b) is correct: Maitri II is planned to be constructed in the Schirmacher Oasis in East Antarctica. This is a rare ice-free plateau region. The site was chosen to be in the immediate vicinity of the existing (and aging) Maitri station to utilize existing logistics and maintain the continuity of the long-term scientific datasets collected there.

• Larsemann Hills is the location of India’s other active station, Bharati.

Solution: B

• Larsemann Hills is the location of India’s other active station, Bharati.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question With reference to the “Right to Constitutional Remedies”, consider the following statements: The Supreme Court recently observed that Article 32 is the “soul” of the Constitution and a fundamental right in itself. Under Article 32, the Supreme Court has concurrent jurisdiction with the High Courts for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights. A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) cannot be filed under Article 32 if it does not involve the violation of a Fundamental Right. How many of the statements given above are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: C Statement 1 is correct: In October 2025, while hearing a plea, the CJI reiterated Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s view that Article 32 is the “heart and soul” of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that the right to approach the Supreme Court for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights is, in itself, a Fundamental Right. Statement 2 is correct: Both the Supreme Court (under Article 32) and High Courts (under Article 226) have jurisdiction to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights. This jurisdiction is concurrent, although the High Court’s jurisdiction is wider as it extends to other legal rights as well. Statement 3 is correct: The jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under Article 32 is limited to the enforcement of rights conferred by Part III (Fundamental Rights). Therefore, a PIL filed solely for the enforcement of a statutory or legal right, without a nexus to a Fundamental Right, is technically not maintainable under Article 32, whereas it might be under Article 226. Incorrect Solution: C Statement 1 is correct: In October 2025, while hearing a plea, the CJI reiterated Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s view that Article 32 is the “heart and soul” of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that the right to approach the Supreme Court for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights is, in itself, a Fundamental Right. Statement 2 is correct: Both the Supreme Court (under Article 32) and High Courts (under Article 226) have jurisdiction to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights. This jurisdiction is concurrent, although the High Court’s jurisdiction is wider as it extends to other legal rights as well. Statement 3 is correct: The jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under Article 32 is limited to the enforcement of rights conferred by Part III (Fundamental Rights). Therefore, a PIL filed solely for the enforcement of a statutory or legal right, without a nexus to a Fundamental Right, is technically not maintainable under Article 32, whereas it might be under Article 226.

#### 5. Question

With reference to the “Right to Constitutional Remedies”, consider the following statements:

• The Supreme Court recently observed that Article 32 is the “soul” of the Constitution and a fundamental right in itself.

• Under Article 32, the Supreme Court has concurrent jurisdiction with the High Courts for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.

• A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) cannot be filed under Article 32 if it does not involve the violation of a Fundamental Right.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: C

• Statement 1 is correct: In October 2025, while hearing a plea, the CJI reiterated Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s view that Article 32 is the “heart and soul” of the Constitution. The Court emphasized that the right to approach the Supreme Court for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights is, in itself, a Fundamental Right.

• Statement 2 is correct: Both the Supreme Court (under Article 32) and High Courts (under Article 226) have jurisdiction to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights. This jurisdiction is concurrent, although the High Court’s jurisdiction is wider as it extends to other legal rights as well.

• Statement 3 is correct: The jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under Article 32 is limited to the enforcement of rights conferred by Part III (Fundamental Rights). Therefore, a PIL filed solely for the enforcement of a statutory or legal right, without a nexus to a Fundamental Right, is technically not maintainable under Article 32, whereas it might be under Article 226.

Solution: C

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