UPSC Editorials Quiz : 3 September 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question With reference to the Panchsheel Agreement, consider the following statements: It was signed between India and China in the context of trade and intercourse with Tibet. The principles of Panchsheel were later incorporated into the Bandung Declaration of 1955. The agreement was signed by Jawaharlal Nehru and Mao Zedong. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B The Panchsheel Agreement, or the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, was a landmark agreement that aimed to govern the relations between India and China. Statement 1 is correct. The Panchsheel Agreement was formally articulated in the “Agreement on Trade and Intercourse between the Tibet Region of China and India,” signed on April 29, 1954. This agreement recognized Tibet as a region of China and was intended to regulate the trade and pilgrimage between the two countries. Statement 2 is correct. The principles of Panchsheel were incorporated into the final declaration of the Asian-African Conference held in Bandung, Indonesia, in 1955. These principles resonated with the newly independent nations of Asia and Africa, who were seeking to forge a path of non-alignment and peaceful development during the Cold War. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Panchsheel Agreement was signed by Jawaharlal Nehru, the then Prime Minister of India, and Zhou Enlai, the then Premier of the People’s Republic of China. Mao Zedong was the Chairman of the Communist Party of China at the time but was not a signatory to this agreement. Incorrect Solution: B The Panchsheel Agreement, or the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, was a landmark agreement that aimed to govern the relations between India and China. Statement 1 is correct. The Panchsheel Agreement was formally articulated in the “Agreement on Trade and Intercourse between the Tibet Region of China and India,” signed on April 29, 1954. This agreement recognized Tibet as a region of China and was intended to regulate the trade and pilgrimage between the two countries. Statement 2 is correct. The principles of Panchsheel were incorporated into the final declaration of the Asian-African Conference held in Bandung, Indonesia, in 1955. These principles resonated with the newly independent nations of Asia and Africa, who were seeking to forge a path of non-alignment and peaceful development during the Cold War. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Panchsheel Agreement was signed by Jawaharlal Nehru, the then Prime Minister of India, and Zhou Enlai, the then Premier of the People’s Republic of China. Mao Zedong was the Chairman of the Communist Party of China at the time but was not a signatory to this agreement.

#### 1. Question

With reference to the Panchsheel Agreement, consider the following statements:

• It was signed between India and China in the context of trade and intercourse with Tibet.

• The principles of Panchsheel were later incorporated into the Bandung Declaration of 1955.

• The agreement was signed by Jawaharlal Nehru and Mao Zedong.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

The Panchsheel Agreement, or the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, was a landmark agreement that aimed to govern the relations between India and China.

• Statement 1 is correct. The Panchsheel Agreement was formally articulated in the “Agreement on Trade and Intercourse between the Tibet Region of China and India,” signed on April 29, 1954. This agreement recognized Tibet as a region of China and was intended to regulate the trade and pilgrimage between the two countries.

• Statement 2 is correct. The principles of Panchsheel were incorporated into the final declaration of the Asian-African Conference held in Bandung, Indonesia, in 1955. These principles resonated with the newly independent nations of Asia and Africa, who were seeking to forge a path of non-alignment and peaceful development during the Cold War.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The Panchsheel Agreement was signed by Jawaharlal Nehru, the then Prime Minister of India, and Zhou Enlai, the then Premier of the People’s Republic of China. Mao Zedong was the Chairman of the Communist Party of China at the time but was not a signatory to this agreement.

Solution: B

The Panchsheel Agreement, or the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, was a landmark agreement that aimed to govern the relations between India and China.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following pairs: Glacier Description 1. Gangotri The main glacier in the Gangotri Glacier System (GGS) 2. Chaturangi A tributary glacier of the Gangotri 3. Meru The largest glacier in the Gangotri Glacier System (GGS) How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B The Gangotri Glacier System (GGS) is a crucial source of the Bhagirathi River and, subsequently, the Ganga. Pair 1 is correctly matched. The Gangotri Glacier is the main and the largest glacier in the Gangotri Glacier System. It is one of the primary sources of the Ganga River. Pair 2 is correctly matched. The Chaturangi Glacier is one of the tributary glaciers of the Gangotri Glacier, along with others like Raktavaran and Meru. These tributaries contribute to the overall ice mass of the Gangotri Glacier. Pair 3 is incorrectly matched. While the Meru Glacier is a part of the Gangotri Glacier System, it is not the largest glacier in the system. The Gangotri Glacier itself is the largest. The Meru glacier is one of the tributaries. Incorrect Solution: B The Gangotri Glacier System (GGS) is a crucial source of the Bhagirathi River and, subsequently, the Ganga. Pair 1 is correctly matched. The Gangotri Glacier is the main and the largest glacier in the Gangotri Glacier System. It is one of the primary sources of the Ganga River. Pair 2 is correctly matched. The Chaturangi Glacier is one of the tributary glaciers of the Gangotri Glacier, along with others like Raktavaran and Meru. These tributaries contribute to the overall ice mass of the Gangotri Glacier. Pair 3 is incorrectly matched. While the Meru Glacier is a part of the Gangotri Glacier System, it is not the largest glacier in the system. The Gangotri Glacier itself is the largest. The Meru glacier is one of the tributaries.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following pairs:

Glacier | Description

1.Gangotri | The main glacier in the Gangotri Glacier System (GGS)
2.Chaturangi | A tributary glacier of the Gangotri
3.Meru | The largest glacier in the Gangotri Glacier System (GGS)

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

The Gangotri Glacier System (GGS) is a crucial source of the Bhagirathi River and, subsequently, the Ganga.

• Pair 1 is correctly matched. The Gangotri Glacier is the main and the largest glacier in the Gangotri Glacier System. It is one of the primary sources of the Ganga River.

• Pair 2 is correctly matched. The Chaturangi Glacier is one of the tributary glaciers of the Gangotri Glacier, along with others like Raktavaran and Meru. These tributaries contribute to the overall ice mass of the Gangotri Glacier.

• Pair 3 is incorrectly matched. While the Meru Glacier is a part of the Gangotri Glacier System, it is not the largest glacier in the system. The Gangotri Glacier itself is the largest. The Meru glacier is one of the tributaries.

Solution: B

The Gangotri Glacier System (GGS) is a crucial source of the Bhagirathi River and, subsequently, the Ganga.

• Pair 1 is correctly matched. The Gangotri Glacier is the main and the largest glacier in the Gangotri Glacier System. It is one of the primary sources of the Ganga River.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the System of National Accounts (SNA) 2025: It exclusively focuses on the economic production of goods and services, similar to the SNA 2008. The framework mandates the inclusion of unpaid household work in the main GDP calculation. It treats the depletion of non-renewable natural resources as a cost of production. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: A The System of National Accounts (SNA) 2025 represents a significant evolution from its predecessor, the SNA 2008. Its primary innovation is the move beyond traditional GDP metrics to incorporate broader measures of well-being and sustainability. Statement 1 is incorrect. The SNA 2025 does not exclusively focus on economic production. A key feature is its expansion to include sustainability and distributional aspects of economic activity, moving beyond the traditional production boundary. Statement 2 is incorrect. While the SNA 2025 recognizes the importance of unpaid household and care work, its inclusion is recommended in extended accounts, not in the main GDP calculation. This is a crucial distinction, as it acknowledges the contribution of such work without altering the core definition of GDP. Statement 3 is correct. A groundbreaking feature of the SNA 2025 is its treatment of Natural Capital Accounting. The depletion of non-renewable resources like minerals, coal, oil, and gas is now treated as a production cost, reflecting the economic impact of environmental degradation. This aligns with the principles of sustainable development. Incorrect Solution: A The System of National Accounts (SNA) 2025 represents a significant evolution from its predecessor, the SNA 2008. Its primary innovation is the move beyond traditional GDP metrics to incorporate broader measures of well-being and sustainability. Statement 1 is incorrect. The SNA 2025 does not exclusively focus on economic production. A key feature is its expansion to include sustainability and distributional aspects of economic activity, moving beyond the traditional production boundary. Statement 2 is incorrect. While the SNA 2025 recognizes the importance of unpaid household and care work, its inclusion is recommended in extended accounts, not in the main GDP calculation. This is a crucial distinction, as it acknowledges the contribution of such work without altering the core definition of GDP. Statement 3 is correct. A groundbreaking feature of the SNA 2025 is its treatment of Natural Capital Accounting. The depletion of non-renewable resources like minerals, coal, oil, and gas is now treated as a production cost, reflecting the economic impact of environmental degradation. This aligns with the principles of sustainable development.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the System of National Accounts (SNA) 2025:

• It exclusively focuses on the economic production of goods and services, similar to the SNA 2008.

• The framework mandates the inclusion of unpaid household work in the main GDP calculation.

• It treats the depletion of non-renewable natural resources as a cost of production.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: A

The System of National Accounts (SNA) 2025 represents a significant evolution from its predecessor, the SNA 2008. Its primary innovation is the move beyond traditional GDP metrics to incorporate broader measures of well-being and sustainability.

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The SNA 2025 does not exclusively focus on economic production. A key feature is its expansion to include sustainability and distributional aspects of economic activity, moving beyond the traditional production boundary.

• Statement 2 is incorrect. While the SNA 2025 recognizes the importance of unpaid household and care work, its inclusion is recommended in extended accounts, not in the main GDP calculation. This is a crucial distinction, as it acknowledges the contribution of such work without altering the core definition of GDP.

Statement 3 is correct. A groundbreaking feature of the SNA 2025 is its treatment of Natural Capital Accounting. The depletion of non-renewable resources like minerals, coal, oil, and gas is now treated as a production cost, reflecting the economic impact of environmental degradation. This aligns with the principles of sustainable development.

Solution: A

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question With reference to the Chhath festival, consider the following statements: It is celebrated only once a year during the Hindu month of Kartika. The festival is prominently celebrated in the states of Bihar and Jharkhand. The rituals of the festival find their roots in ancient Vedic texts. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B The Chhath festival is a significant Hindu Vedic festival with deep cultural and historical roots. Statement 1 is incorrect. The Chhath festival is celebrated twice a year. The more prominent celebration takes place in the Kartika month (October–November), but it is also observed in the Chaitra month (March–April). Statement 2 is correct. The festival has its origins and is most prominently celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Due to migration, the festival is now celebrated by the Indian diaspora in various parts of the world. Statement 3 is correct. The Chhath festival is considered one of the oldest Vedic rituals. The practice of sun worship is mentioned in ancient texts like the Rig Veda, and is also associated with figures from the Mahabharata, such as Karna, who was believed to be the son of the Sun God. Incorrect Solution: B The Chhath festival is a significant Hindu Vedic festival with deep cultural and historical roots. Statement 1 is incorrect. The Chhath festival is celebrated twice a year. The more prominent celebration takes place in the Kartika month (October–November), but it is also observed in the Chaitra month (March–April). Statement 2 is correct. The festival has its origins and is most prominently celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Due to migration, the festival is now celebrated by the Indian diaspora in various parts of the world. Statement 3 is correct. The Chhath festival is considered one of the oldest Vedic rituals. The practice of sun worship is mentioned in ancient texts like the Rig Veda, and is also associated with figures from the Mahabharata, such as Karna, who was believed to be the son of the Sun God.

#### 4. Question

With reference to the Chhath festival, consider the following statements:

• It is celebrated only once a year during the Hindu month of Kartika.

• The festival is prominently celebrated in the states of Bihar and Jharkhand.

• The rituals of the festival find their roots in ancient Vedic texts.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

The Chhath festival is a significant Hindu Vedic festival with deep cultural and historical roots.

• Statement 1 is incorrect. The Chhath festival is celebrated twice a year. The more prominent celebration takes place in the Kartika month (October–November), but it is also observed in the Chaitra month (March–April).

• Statement 2 is correct. The festival has its origins and is most prominently celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Due to migration, the festival is now celebrated by the Indian diaspora in various parts of the world.

• Statement 3 is correct. The Chhath festival is considered one of the oldest Vedic rituals. The practice of sun worship is mentioned in ancient texts like the Rig Veda, and is also associated with figures from the Mahabharata, such as Karna, who was believed to be the son of the Sun God.

Solution: B

The Chhath festival is a significant Hindu Vedic festival with deep cultural and historical roots.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding the NARI 2025 (National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety) report: Statement I: The NARI 2025 report provides a more holistic view of women’s safety than official crime statistics. Statement II: The report is based on a survey that captures unreported incidents of harassment and perceptions of safety. 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 The NARI 2025 (National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety) report is a significant initiative to understand the multifaceted issue of women’s safety in urban India. Statement I is correct. The report offers a more holistic perspective on women’s safety because it moves beyond the limitations of official crime data. Official statistics often only reflect reported crimes, which can be a fraction of the actual incidents. Statement II is correct. The methodology of the NARI 2025 report involves a survey-based approach, covering 31 cities and gathering inputs from 12,770 women. This method allows for the collection of data on unreported harassment, lived experiences, and perceptions of safety. These are crucial aspects of women’s safety that are not captured in official crime records. Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I. Incorrect Solution: A The NARI 2025 (National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety) report is a significant initiative to understand the multifaceted issue of women’s safety in urban India. Statement I is correct. The report offers a more holistic perspective on women’s safety because it moves beyond the limitations of official crime data. Official statistics often only reflect reported crimes, which can be a fraction of the actual incidents. Statement II is correct. The methodology of the NARI 2025 report involves a survey-based approach, covering 31 cities and gathering inputs from 12,770 women. This method allows for the collection of data on unreported harassment, lived experiences, and perceptions of safety. These are crucial aspects of women’s safety that are not captured in official crime records. Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the NARI 2025 (National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety) report:

Statement I: The NARI 2025 report provides a more holistic view of women’s safety than official crime statistics.

Statement II: The report is based on a survey that captures unreported incidents of harassment and perceptions of safety.

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

The NARI 2025 (National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety) report is a significant initiative to understand the multifaceted issue of women’s safety in urban India.

• Statement I is correct. The report offers a more holistic perspective on women’s safety because it moves beyond the limitations of official crime data. Official statistics often only reflect reported crimes, which can be a fraction of the actual incidents.

• Statement II is correct. The methodology of the NARI 2025 report involves a survey-based approach, covering 31 cities and gathering inputs from 12,770 women. This method allows for the collection of data on unreported harassment, lived experiences, and perceptions of safety. These are crucial aspects of women’s safety that are not captured in official crime records.

• Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.

Solution: A

The NARI 2025 (National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety) report is a significant initiative to understand the multifaceted issue of women’s safety in urban India.

• Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.

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