UPSC Editorials Quiz : 5 September 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding Major Dhyan Chand: Statement I: Major Dhyan Chand’s birthday is celebrated as National Sports Day in India. Statement II: He was the first sportsperson to be awarded the Bharat Ratna. 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: C Major Dhyan Chand is a legendary figure in Indian sports, particularly in the field of hockey. Statement I is correct. The Government of India has designated August 29, the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, as National Sports Day. This day is celebrated to honor his legacy and to promote the importance of sports and physical fitness in the country. Statement II is incorrect. Major Dhyan Chand has not been awarded the Bharat Ratna, which is India’s highest civilian award. The first sportsperson to receive the Bharat Ratna was Sachin Tendulkar in 2014. Incorrect Solution: C Major Dhyan Chand is a legendary figure in Indian sports, particularly in the field of hockey. Statement I is correct. The Government of India has designated August 29, the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, as National Sports Day. This day is celebrated to honor his legacy and to promote the importance of sports and physical fitness in the country. Statement II is incorrect. Major Dhyan Chand has not been awarded the Bharat Ratna, which is India’s highest civilian award. The first sportsperson to receive the Bharat Ratna was Sachin Tendulkar in 2014.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Major Dhyan Chand:

Statement I: Major Dhyan Chand’s birthday is celebrated as National Sports Day in India.

Statement II: He was the first sportsperson to be awarded the Bharat Ratna.

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: C

Major Dhyan Chand is a legendary figure in Indian sports, particularly in the field of hockey.

• Statement I is correct. The Government of India has designated August 29, the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, as National Sports Day. This day is celebrated to honor his legacy and to promote the importance of sports and physical fitness in the country.

Statement II is incorrect. Major Dhyan Chand has not been awarded the Bharat Ratna, which is India’s highest civilian award. The first sportsperson to receive the Bharat Ratna was Sachin Tendulkar in 2014.

Solution: C

Major Dhyan Chand is a legendary figure in Indian sports, particularly in the field of hockey.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Which of the following statements best describes the principle of ‘Common but Differentiated Responsibilities’ (CBDR)? (a) All countries are equally responsible for environmental degradation and must contribute equally to its mitigation. (b) The responsibility for environmental protection is solely based on a country's current level of emissions. (c) Developing countries are exempt from any responsibility for environmental protection. (d) Developed countries have a greater historical responsibility for environmental damage and should therefore bear a greater share of the burden in addressing it. Correct Solution: D The principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR) is a cornerstone of international environmental law and was formally enshrined in the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development in 1992. The principle acknowledges that while the responsibility for protecting the global environment is common to all countries, the specific obligations and the extent of these responsibilities should be differentiated. This differentiation is based on two main factors: the historical contribution of a country to the environmental problem (particularly climate change) and its financial and technological capacity to address it. Developed countries, having contributed the most to the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere since the industrial revolution, are considered to have a greater historical responsibility. They also possess greater resources to invest in mitigation and adaptation measures. Incorrect Solution: D The principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR) is a cornerstone of international environmental law and was formally enshrined in the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development in 1992. The principle acknowledges that while the responsibility for protecting the global environment is common to all countries, the specific obligations and the extent of these responsibilities should be differentiated. This differentiation is based on two main factors: the historical contribution of a country to the environmental problem (particularly climate change) and its financial and technological capacity to address it. Developed countries, having contributed the most to the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere since the industrial revolution, are considered to have a greater historical responsibility. They also possess greater resources to invest in mitigation and adaptation measures.

#### 2. Question

Which of the following statements best describes the principle of ‘Common but Differentiated Responsibilities’ (CBDR)?

• (a) All countries are equally responsible for environmental degradation and must contribute equally to its mitigation.

• (b) The responsibility for environmental protection is solely based on a country's current level of emissions.

• (c) Developing countries are exempt from any responsibility for environmental protection.

• (d) Developed countries have a greater historical responsibility for environmental damage and should therefore bear a greater share of the burden in addressing it.

Solution: D

The principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR) is a cornerstone of international environmental law and was formally enshrined in the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development in 1992.

• The principle acknowledges that while the responsibility for protecting the global environment is common to all countries, the specific obligations and the extent of these responsibilities should be differentiated.

• This differentiation is based on two main factors: the historical contribution of a country to the environmental problem (particularly climate change) and its financial and technological capacity to address it.

• Developed countries, having contributed the most to the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere since the industrial revolution, are considered to have a greater historical responsibility. They also possess greater resources to invest in mitigation and adaptation measures.

Solution: D

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements about the System of National Accounts (SNA) 2025: It introduces the concept of ‘Distributional Accounts’ to show income and wealth by household groups. Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are recognized as assets in the new framework. The primary goal of SNA 2025 is to increase the reported GDP of countries by including non-market activities. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B The SNA 2025 is a major update to the international framework for national accounts, with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity. Statement 1 is correct. The new framework includes Distributional Accounts, which provide a breakdown of income, wealth, consumption, and savings by different household groups. This is a significant step towards understanding and addressing economic inequality. Statement 2 is correct. Under the new framework’s approach to Natural Capital Accounting, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro are recognized as assets. This reflects their growing economic importance and their role in a sustainable economy. Statement 3 is incorrect. The primary goal of the SNA 2025 is not to artificially inflate GDP figures. While it does seek to include non-market activities like unpaid household work in extended accounts, the main objective is to provide a more comprehensive and accurate picture of economic well-being and sustainability, which goes beyond the narrow measure of GDP. Incorrect Solution: B The SNA 2025 is a major update to the international framework for national accounts, with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity. Statement 1 is correct. The new framework includes Distributional Accounts, which provide a breakdown of income, wealth, consumption, and savings by different household groups. This is a significant step towards understanding and addressing economic inequality. Statement 2 is correct. Under the new framework’s approach to Natural Capital Accounting, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro are recognized as assets. This reflects their growing economic importance and their role in a sustainable economy. Statement 3 is incorrect. The primary goal of the SNA 2025 is not to artificially inflate GDP figures. While it does seek to include non-market activities like unpaid household work in extended accounts, the main objective is to provide a more comprehensive and accurate picture of economic well-being and sustainability, which goes beyond the narrow measure of GDP.

#### 3. Question

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

• It introduces the concept of ‘Distributional Accounts’ to show income and wealth by household groups.

• Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are recognized as assets in the new framework.

• The primary goal of SNA 2025 is to increase the reported GDP of countries by including non-market activities.

How many of the above statements are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: B

The SNA 2025 is a major update to the international framework for national accounts, with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity.

• Statement 1 is correct. The new framework includes Distributional Accounts, which provide a breakdown of income, wealth, consumption, and savings by different household groups. This is a significant step towards understanding and addressing economic inequality.

• Statement 2 is correct. Under the new framework’s approach to Natural Capital Accounting, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro are recognized as assets. This reflects their growing economic importance and their role in a sustainable economy.

• Statement 3 is incorrect. The primary goal of the SNA 2025 is not to artificially inflate GDP figures. While it does seek to include non-market activities like unpaid household work in extended accounts, the main objective is to provide a more comprehensive and accurate picture of economic well-being and sustainability, which goes beyond the narrow measure of GDP.

Solution: B

The SNA 2025 is a major update to the international framework for national accounts, with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question With reference to the Samudrayaan Project, consider the following statements: Statement I: The personnel sphere of the ‘Matsya-6000’ submersible is made of a titanium alloy. Statement II: A titanium alloy is used because of its high strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to corrosion in a marine environment. 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 design and construction of the ‘Matsya-6000’ submersible for the Samudrayaan Project involve cutting-edge materials and engineering. Statement I is correct. The personnel sphere of the ‘Matsya-6000’, which is the chamber that will house the three aquanauts, is constructed from an 80 mm thick titanium alloy. Statement II is correct. The choice of a titanium alloy for this critical component is deliberate. Titanium alloys are known for their high strength-to-weight ratio, which is essential for withstanding the immense pressure at depths of 6,000 meters while keeping the overall weight of the submersible manageable. Additionally, titanium has excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater, which is a crucial property for a deep-sea vehicle. Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I. Incorrect Solution: A The design and construction of the ‘Matsya-6000’ submersible for the Samudrayaan Project involve cutting-edge materials and engineering. Statement I is correct. The personnel sphere of the ‘Matsya-6000’, which is the chamber that will house the three aquanauts, is constructed from an 80 mm thick titanium alloy. Statement II is correct. The choice of a titanium alloy for this critical component is deliberate. Titanium alloys are known for their high strength-to-weight ratio, which is essential for withstanding the immense pressure at depths of 6,000 meters while keeping the overall weight of the submersible manageable. Additionally, titanium has excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater, which is a crucial property for a deep-sea vehicle. Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.

#### 4. Question

With reference to the Samudrayaan Project, consider the following statements:

Statement I: The personnel sphere of the ‘Matsya-6000’ submersible is made of a titanium alloy.

Statement II: A titanium alloy is used because of its high strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to corrosion in a marine environment.

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 design and construction of the ‘Matsya-6000’ submersible for the Samudrayaan Project involve cutting-edge materials and engineering.

• Statement I is correct. The personnel sphere of the ‘Matsya-6000’, which is the chamber that will house the three aquanauts, is constructed from an 80 mm thick titanium alloy.

• Statement II is correct. The choice of a titanium alloy for this critical component is deliberate. Titanium alloys are known for their high strength-to-weight ratio, which is essential for withstanding the immense pressure at depths of 6,000 meters while keeping the overall weight of the submersible manageable. Additionally, titanium has excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater, which is a crucial property for a deep-sea vehicle.

• Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.

Solution: A

The design and construction of the ‘Matsya-6000’ submersible for the Samudrayaan Project involve cutting-edge materials and engineering.

• Statement I is correct. The personnel sphere of the ‘Matsya-6000’, which is the chamber that will house the three aquanauts, is constructed from an 80 mm thick titanium alloy.

• Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following geographical features is NOT characteristic of Japan? (a) Location on the Pacific "Ring of Fire" (b) Frequent seismic and volcanic activity (c) A landscape dominated by extensive, flat plains (d) Four distinct seasons with abundant rainfall Correct Solution: C (a) is a characteristic feature. Japan is situated on the Pacific “Ring of Fire”, which is a major area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. (b) is a characteristic feature. Due to its location on the “Ring of Fire”, Japan experiences frequent earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions. (c) is NOT a characteristic feature. The Japanese landscape is predominantly mountainous, with nearly 80% of the land consisting of mountains. While there are some fertile plains, such as the Kanto Plain, they are not the dominant feature of the landscape. Extensive, flat plains are not a characteristic of Japan’s geography. (d) is a characteristic feature. Japan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons and generally experiences abundant rainfall, which supports its lush forests and agricultural activities. Incorrect Solution: C (a) is a characteristic feature. Japan is situated on the Pacific “Ring of Fire”, which is a major area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. (b) is a characteristic feature. Due to its location on the “Ring of Fire”, Japan experiences frequent earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions. (c) is NOT a characteristic feature. The Japanese landscape is predominantly mountainous, with nearly 80% of the land consisting of mountains. While there are some fertile plains, such as the Kanto Plain, they are not the dominant feature of the landscape. Extensive, flat plains are not a characteristic of Japan’s geography. (d) is a characteristic feature. Japan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons and generally experiences abundant rainfall, which supports its lush forests and agricultural activities.

#### 5. Question

Which of the following geographical features is NOT characteristic of Japan?

• (a) Location on the Pacific "Ring of Fire"

• (b) Frequent seismic and volcanic activity

• (c) A landscape dominated by extensive, flat plains

• (d) Four distinct seasons with abundant rainfall

Solution: C

• (a) is a characteristic feature. Japan is situated on the Pacific “Ring of Fire”, which is a major area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur.

• (b) is a characteristic feature. Due to its location on the “Ring of Fire”, Japan experiences frequent earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions.

• (c) is NOT a characteristic feature. The Japanese landscape is predominantly mountainous, with nearly 80% of the land consisting of mountains. While there are some fertile plains, such as the Kanto Plain, they are not the dominant feature of the landscape. Extensive, flat plains are not a characteristic of Japan’s geography.

• (d) is a characteristic feature. Japan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons and generally experiences abundant rainfall, which supports its lush forests and agricultural activities.

Solution: C

• (b) is a characteristic feature. Due to its location on the “Ring of Fire”, Japan experiences frequent earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions.

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