UPSC Editorials Quiz : 9 December 2025
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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements. Greenland is the world’s second-largest island. Three-quarters of Greenland’s surface is permanently covered by an ice sheet. Greenland holds significant mineral and energy reserves due to melting ice. 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 incorrect. About Greenland: Location:Greenland is the world’s largest island, situated between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. Controlled by:An autonomous territory under the Kingdom of Denmark. Features: Three-quarters of its surfaceis permanently covered by an ice sheet. Inhabited predominantly by Inuit communitieswho migrated from Alaska via Northern Canada. Significance for the USA: Geopolitical Strategy:Greenland’s location supports U.S. control over vital Arctic passages, including the Northeast, Northwest, and Central routes. Military Significance:Historical use by the U.S., such as Camp Century, highlights its potential for Arctic defence and operations. Economic Potential:The melting ice unveils vast reserves of minerals and energy resources. Global Influence:Crucial for countering China’s Polar Silk Road initiative and securing strategic dominance in the Arctic. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is incorrect. About Greenland: Location:Greenland is the world’s largest island, situated between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. Controlled by:An autonomous territory under the Kingdom of Denmark. Features: Three-quarters of its surfaceis permanently covered by an ice sheet. Inhabited predominantly by Inuit communitieswho migrated from Alaska via Northern Canada. Significance for the USA: Geopolitical Strategy:Greenland’s location supports U.S. control over vital Arctic passages, including the Northeast, Northwest, and Central routes. Military Significance:Historical use by the U.S., such as Camp Century, highlights its potential for Arctic defence and operations. Economic Potential:The melting ice unveils vast reserves of minerals and energy resources. Global Influence:Crucial for countering China’s Polar Silk Road initiative and securing strategic dominance in the Arctic.
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements.
• Greenland is the world’s second-largest island.
• Three-quarters of Greenland’s surface is permanently covered by an ice sheet.
• Greenland holds significant mineral and energy reserves due to melting ice.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• a) Only one
• b) Only two
• c) All three
Solution: B
Statement 1 is incorrect.
About Greenland:
• Location:Greenland is the world’s largest island, situated between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago.
• Controlled by:An autonomous territory under the Kingdom of Denmark.
Features:
• Three-quarters of its surfaceis permanently covered by an ice sheet.
• Inhabited predominantly by Inuit communitieswho migrated from Alaska via Northern Canada.
Significance for the USA:
• Geopolitical Strategy:Greenland’s location supports U.S. control over vital Arctic passages, including the Northeast, Northwest, and Central routes.
• Military Significance:Historical use by the U.S., such as Camp Century, highlights its potential for Arctic defence and operations.
• Economic Potential:The melting ice unveils vast reserves of minerals and energy resources.
• Global Influence:Crucial for countering China’s Polar Silk Road initiative and securing strategic dominance in the Arctic.
Solution: B
Statement 1 is incorrect.
About Greenland:
• Location:Greenland is the world’s largest island, situated between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, east of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago.
• Controlled by:An autonomous territory under the Kingdom of Denmark.
Features:
• Three-quarters of its surfaceis permanently covered by an ice sheet.
• Inhabited predominantly by Inuit communitieswho migrated from Alaska via Northern Canada.
Significance for the USA:
• Geopolitical Strategy:Greenland’s location supports U.S. control over vital Arctic passages, including the Northeast, Northwest, and Central routes.
• Military Significance:Historical use by the U.S., such as Camp Century, highlights its potential for Arctic defence and operations.
• Economic Potential:The melting ice unveils vast reserves of minerals and energy resources.
• Global Influence:Crucial for countering China’s Polar Silk Road initiative and securing strategic dominance in the Arctic.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage: It aims to safeguard cultural expressions endangered by globalization. It only includes practices that are actively supported by governments. It requires alignment with principles of sustainable development. 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 as the initiative focuses on safeguarding cultural practices endangered by globalization. Statement 3 is correct because inclusion requires alignment with sustainable development. Statement 2 is incorrect as community participation, not just government support, is a crucial criterion. About UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage: Established in:Adopted in 2003, came into force in 2006 under the Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Aim:To safeguard cultural practices, expressions, and knowledge systems endangered by globalization, ensuring respect for community heritage. Criteria: Must demonstrate the importance of the practice for cultural identity. Should involve active community participation. Must align with the principles of human rights and sustainable development. Types of Lists: Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding. Register of Good Safeguarding Practices. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct as the initiative focuses on safeguarding cultural practices endangered by globalization. Statement 3 is correct because inclusion requires alignment with sustainable development. Statement 2 is incorrect as community participation, not just government support, is a crucial criterion. About UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage: Established in:Adopted in 2003, came into force in 2006 under the Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Aim:To safeguard cultural practices, expressions, and knowledge systems endangered by globalization, ensuring respect for community heritage. Criteria: Must demonstrate the importance of the practice for cultural identity. Should involve active community participation. Must align with the principles of human rights and sustainable development. Types of Lists: Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding. Register of Good Safeguarding Practices.
#### 2. Question
Consider the following statements about UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage:
• It aims to safeguard cultural expressions endangered by globalization.
• It only includes practices that are actively supported by governments.
• It requires alignment with principles of sustainable development.
How many of the above statements are correct?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: B
Statement 1 is correct as the initiative focuses on safeguarding cultural practices endangered by globalization.
Statement 3 is correct because inclusion requires alignment with sustainable development.
Statement 2 is incorrect as community participation, not just government support, is a crucial criterion.
About UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage:
• Established in:Adopted in 2003, came into force in 2006 under the Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
• Aim:To safeguard cultural practices, expressions, and knowledge systems endangered by globalization, ensuring respect for community heritage.
Criteria:
• Must demonstrate the importance of the practice for cultural identity.
• Should involve active community participation.
• Must align with the principles of human rights and sustainable development.
Types of Lists:
• Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
• List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.
• Register of Good Safeguarding Practices.
Solution: B
Statement 1 is correct as the initiative focuses on safeguarding cultural practices endangered by globalization.
Statement 3 is correct because inclusion requires alignment with sustainable development.
Statement 2 is incorrect as community participation, not just government support, is a crucial criterion.
About UNESCO’s National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage:
• Established in:Adopted in 2003, came into force in 2006 under the Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
• Aim:To safeguard cultural practices, expressions, and knowledge systems endangered by globalization, ensuring respect for community heritage.
Criteria:
• Must demonstrate the importance of the practice for cultural identity.
• Should involve active community participation.
• Must align with the principles of human rights and sustainable development.
Types of Lists:
• Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
• List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.
• Register of Good Safeguarding Practices.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which strait connects the Crimea Peninsula to mainland Russia? a) Dardanelles Strait b) Gibraltar Strait c) Bosporus Strait d) Kerch Strait Correct Solution: D The Crimea Peninsula is connected to Russia by the Kerch Strait, which is spanned by the Crimean Bridge. Incorrect Solution: D The Crimea Peninsula is connected to Russia by the Kerch Strait, which is spanned by the Crimean Bridge.
#### 3. Question
Which strait connects the Crimea Peninsula to mainland Russia?
• a) Dardanelles Strait
• b) Gibraltar Strait
• c) Bosporus Strait
• d) Kerch Strait
Solution: D
The Crimea Peninsula is connected to Russia by the Kerch Strait, which is spanned by the Crimean Bridge.
Solution: D
The Crimea Peninsula is connected to Russia by the Kerch Strait, which is spanned by the Crimean Bridge.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding Renewable Energy Certificates (REC). Statement-I: India’s Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) mechanism allows industries to meet renewable energy compliance without directly sourcing renewable power. Statement-II: REC mechanisms were introduced to promote renewable energy deployment and ensure market-driven compliance flexibility. 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 India’s Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) mechanism was introduced to promote renewable energy adoption and provide industries with a market-driven and flexible compliance tool. Statement-I is correct because RECs allow industries to meet renewable energy obligations (such as Renewable Purchase Obligations or RPOs) without directly sourcing renewable power. Instead, industries can purchase RECs, representing the environmental attributes of renewable power generation. Statement-II is also correct, as the REC mechanism was designed to promote renewable energy deployment and ensure compliance flexibility for entities unable to source green power directly. By separating the renewable energy generation from its environmental benefits, RECs provide a streamlined and market-based approach to fostering clean energy. Incorrect Solution: A India’s Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) mechanism was introduced to promote renewable energy adoption and provide industries with a market-driven and flexible compliance tool. Statement-I is correct because RECs allow industries to meet renewable energy obligations (such as Renewable Purchase Obligations or RPOs) without directly sourcing renewable power. Instead, industries can purchase RECs, representing the environmental attributes of renewable power generation. Statement-II is also correct, as the REC mechanism was designed to promote renewable energy deployment and ensure compliance flexibility for entities unable to source green power directly. By separating the renewable energy generation from its environmental benefits, RECs provide a streamlined and market-based approach to fostering clean energy.
#### 4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Renewable Energy Certificates (REC).
Statement-I: India’s Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) mechanism allows industries to meet renewable energy compliance without directly sourcing renewable power. Statement-II: REC mechanisms were introduced to promote renewable energy deployment and ensure market-driven compliance flexibility.
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
India’s Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) mechanism was introduced to promote renewable energy adoption and provide industries with a market-driven and flexible compliance tool.
Statement-I is correct because RECs allow industries to meet renewable energy obligations (such as Renewable Purchase Obligations or RPOs) without directly sourcing renewable power. Instead, industries can purchase RECs, representing the environmental attributes of renewable power generation.
Statement-II is also correct, as the REC mechanism was designed to promote renewable energy deployment and ensure compliance flexibility for entities unable to source green power directly. By separating the renewable energy generation from its environmental benefits, RECs provide a streamlined and market-based approach to fostering clean energy.
Solution: A
India’s Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) mechanism was introduced to promote renewable energy adoption and provide industries with a market-driven and flexible compliance tool.
Statement-I is correct because RECs allow industries to meet renewable energy obligations (such as Renewable Purchase Obligations or RPOs) without directly sourcing renewable power. Instead, industries can purchase RECs, representing the environmental attributes of renewable power generation.
Statement-II is also correct, as the REC mechanism was designed to promote renewable energy deployment and ensure compliance flexibility for entities unable to source green power directly. By separating the renewable energy generation from its environmental benefits, RECs provide a streamlined and market-based approach to fostering clean energy.
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding India’s association with UNESCO. India is a current member of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Committee. The Ministry of External Affairs is responsible for preparing nomination dossiers for the UNESCO Representative List. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is the nodal office for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage matters. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: B Statement 1 is correct as India is currently a member of the ICH Committee (2022–2026). Statement 2 is incorrect because the Sangeet Natak Akademi, not the Ministry of External Affairs, prepares the nomination dossiers. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Sangeet Natak Akademi, not ASI, manages ICH matters. India and UNESCO: UNESCO Committees Membership:India is a member of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Committee (2022–2026) and the World Heritage Committee (2021–2025). Previous Tenures:India served on the ICH Committee from 2006–2010 and 2014–2018. Nodal Office:The Sangeet Natak Akademi, under the Ministry of Culture, manages intangible cultural heritage matters and prepares nomination dossiers for UNESCO’s Representative List. Incorrect Solution: B Statement 1 is correct as India is currently a member of the ICH Committee (2022–2026). Statement 2 is incorrect because the Sangeet Natak Akademi, not the Ministry of External Affairs, prepares the nomination dossiers. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Sangeet Natak Akademi, not ASI, manages ICH matters. India and UNESCO: UNESCO Committees Membership:India is a member of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Committee (2022–2026) and the World Heritage Committee (2021–2025). Previous Tenures:India served on the ICH Committee from 2006–2010 and 2014–2018. Nodal Office:The Sangeet Natak Akademi, under the Ministry of Culture, manages intangible cultural heritage matters and prepares nomination dossiers for UNESCO’s Representative List.
#### 5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding India’s association with UNESCO.
• India is a current member of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Committee.
• The Ministry of External Affairs is responsible for preparing nomination dossiers for the UNESCO Representative List.
• The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is the nodal office for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage matters.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?
• (a) Only one
• (b) Only two
• (c) All three
Solution: B
Statement 1 is correct as India is currently a member of the ICH Committee (2022–2026).
Statement 2 is incorrect because the Sangeet Natak Akademi, not the Ministry of External Affairs, prepares the nomination dossiers.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the Sangeet Natak Akademi, not ASI, manages ICH matters.
India and UNESCO:
• UNESCO Committees Membership:India is a member of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Committee (2022–2026) and the World Heritage Committee (2021–2025).
• Previous Tenures:India served on the ICH Committee from 2006–2010 and 2014–2018.
• Nodal Office:The Sangeet Natak Akademi, under the Ministry of Culture, manages intangible cultural heritage matters and prepares nomination dossiers for UNESCO’s Representative List.
Solution: B
Statement 1 is correct as India is currently a member of the ICH Committee (2022–2026).
Statement 2 is incorrect because the Sangeet Natak Akademi, not the Ministry of External Affairs, prepares the nomination dossiers.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the Sangeet Natak Akademi, not ASI, manages ICH matters.
India and UNESCO:
• UNESCO Committees Membership:India is a member of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Committee (2022–2026) and the World Heritage Committee (2021–2025).
• Previous Tenures:India served on the ICH Committee from 2006–2010 and 2014–2018.
• Nodal Office:The Sangeet Natak Akademi, under the Ministry of Culture, manages intangible cultural heritage matters and prepares nomination dossiers for UNESCO’s Representative List.
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