🎯 Daily MCQs: Set-2 April 2, 2025 Target IAS-2026 Prelims: Current Affairs Highly Curated MCQs
April Pack-2 ——– April 2, 2025
🎯 Target IAS-2026 Prelims
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Q 1. With reference to the INIOCHOS-25 exercise recently held in Greece, consider the following statements:
1.The Indian Air Force participated in the exercise with Su-30 MKI, IL-78, and C-17 aircraft.
2.The exercise was hosted by the United States at the Andravida air base in Italy.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A) Only 1
(B) Only 2
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2
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✅ Correct Answer: (A) Only 1
📝 Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Indian Air Force participated in INIOCHOS-25 in Greece with Su-30 MKI fighters, IL-78 refuelers, and C-17 transport aircraft.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The exercise was hosted by Greece’s Hellenic Air Force, not the US, and was held at the Andravida air base in Greece, not Italy.
Q2. With reference to the Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary, consider the following statements:
1. It is located in Kerala’s Malappuram district and lies on the western slopes of the Nilgiri Hills.
2. It is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve under UNESCO’s Man and Biosphere Programme.
3. It shares boundaries with Silent Valley National Park and Mukurthi National Park.
4. It is named after a river that is a tributary of the Periyar River.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only one
(B) Only two
(C) Only three
(D) All four
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✅ Correct Answer: (C) Only three
📝 Explanation:
Statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct. Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary is in Malappuram district, Kerala; it lies on the western slopes of the Nilgiris, is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, and shares borders with Mukurthi (Tamil Nadu) and Silent Valley (Kerala).
Statement 4 is incorrect — The Karimpuzha River is a tributary of the Chaliyar River, not the Periyar.
Q3. With reference to UNESCO’s 2025 report “Education and Nutrition: Learn to Eat Well”, consider the following statements:
1. The report was released at the ‘Nutrition for Growth’ event in France.
2. In 2024, nearly half of primary school students received school meals.
3. Over 70% of school meals worldwide were designed with nutritionist input in 2022.
4. The report recommends use of ultra-processed foods to fight food insecurity.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only one
(B) Only two
(C) Only three
(D) All four
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✅ Correct Answer: (B) Only two
📝 Explanation:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: The report was released in France during the Nutrition for Growth event, and 47% of primary students received school meals in 2024.
Statement 3 is incorrect: In 2022, only 27% of school meals were designed with nutritionist input, not over 70%.
Statement 4 is incorrect: The report actually discourages ultra-processed food and recommends fresh, locally sourced food.
Q4. With reference to the Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project, consider the following statements:
1. It is a run-of-the-river project located in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh.
2. The project is fully owned by the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC).
3. It uses the waters of the Sutlej River, diverted through a 31.52 km tunnel.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A) Only 1 and 2
(B) Only 2 and 3
(C) Only 1 and 3
(D) All three
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✅ Correct Answer: (A) Only 1 and 2
📝 Explanation:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: The Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project is located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh and is fully owned by NHPC Pvt Ltd.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The project harnesses the Parbati River, a tributary of the Beas River, not the Sutlej. Water is diverted through a 31.52 km long head race tunnel to a powerhouse in Suind village.
Q5. With reference to education policies and constitutional provisions in India, consider the following statements:
1. Article 21A mandates free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years as a Fundamental Right.
2. Article 51A(k) places a duty on the State to provide opportunities for education to all children.
3. The 42nd Amendment Act moved education to the Concurrent List from the State List.
4. The NEP 2020 proposes a 5+3+3+4 school structure instead of the traditional 10+2 format.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only one
(B) Only two
(C) Only three
(D) All four
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✅ Correct Answer: (C) Only three
📝 Explanation:
Statement 4 is correct: NEP 2020 introduces a 5+3+3+4 structure, replacing the older 10+2 system.
Statement 1 is correct: Article 21A, added by the 86th Amendment, guarantees the Right to Education for children aged 6–14.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Article 51A(k) places the duty on parents and guardians, not the State.
Statement 3 is correct: The 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976) moved education to the Concurrent List.
Q6. With reference to the Sarhul Festival, consider the following statements:
1. It marks the arrival of spring and is celebrated as the tribal new year in Jharkhand and the Chotanagpur region.
2. The Sal tree is central to the celebration and is believed to be the dwelling place of Sarna Maa, the village deity.
3. The festival is primarily observed by urban Hindu communities in eastern India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A) Only 1 and 2
(B) Only 2 and 3
(C) Only 1 and 3
(D) All three
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✅ Correct Answer: (A) Only 1 and 2
📝 Explanation:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Sarhul is celebrated by Adivasi communities in Jharkhand and the Chotanagpur region to mark spring and the new year. The Sal tree is central to the rituals and symbolizes life, as it is considered the home of Sarna Maa, the tribal deity.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The festival is not celebrated by urban Hindu communities but by indigenous tribal groups like the Oraon, Munda, Ho, Santal, and Khadia.
Q7. Shyamji Krishna Verma, whose death anniversary was recently (March 30th) commemorated, is best known for founding which of the following?
(A) Swaraj Party and Young India
(B) Ghadar Party and Hindustan Socialist Republican Association
(C) Indian Home Rule Society, India House, and The Indian Sociologist
(D) Azad Hind Fauj and Free India Centre
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✅ Correct Answer: (C) Indian Home Rule Society, India House, and The Indian Sociologist
📝 Explanation:
Shyamji Krishna Verma (1857–1930) was a revolutionary freedom fighter who founded the Indian Home Rule Society, India House, and the journal The Indian Sociologist in London. These institutions became hubs of revolutionary Indian nationalism abroad. A scholar and follower of Dayanand Saraswati and Herbert Spencer, he promoted assertive resistance to colonial rule and inspired generations of freedom fighters.
Q8. With reference to the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), consider the following statements:
1. The organization was originally launched as BIST-EC in 1997 through the Bangkok Declaration.
2. India leads BIMSTEC’s key sectors like Transport & Communication and Climate Change & Disaster Management.
3. The 5th BIMSTEC Summit adopted the BIMSTEC Charter and identified 7 key areas of cooperation.
4. The BIMSTEC Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has been signed and ratified by all member countries.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only one
(B) Only two
(C) Only three
(D) All four
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✅ Correct Answer: (C) Only three
📝 Explanation:
Statement 4 is incorrect: The BIMSTEC FTA is still under negotiation and has not yet been signed or ratified by all members.
Statement 1 is correct: BIMSTEC began as BIST-EC via the Bangkok Declaration of 1997.
Statement 2 is correct: India leads Transport & Communication and Disaster Management/Climate Change sectors.
Statement 3 is correct: The 5th Summit (2022) adopted the BIMSTEC Charter and finalized 7 key areas of cooperation.
Q9. With reference to digital child abuse and its legal framework in India, consider the following statements:
1. Section 67B of the IT Act, 2000 criminalizes the electronic transmission of content involving children in sexually explicit acts.
2. Section 294 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita penalizes the storage of obscene images created using AI deepfake tools.
3. The National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) in India shares CSAM reports with state police departments.
4. Sections 13, 14, and 15 of the POCSO Act deal specifically with online child pornography and digital exploitation.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only one
(B) Only two
(C) Only three
(D) All four
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✅ Correct Answer: (C) Only three
📝 Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Section 67B of the IT Act punishes the publication or transmission of material involving sexually explicit acts with children.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: Section 294 of the BNS penalizes public exhibition or distribution of obscene materials, but it does not specifically address AI deepfakes or storage.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: NCMEC is based in the USA, and India receives CSAM reports from NCMEC under a 2019 MoU — NCMEC is not an Indian body.
- Statement 4 is correct: POCSO Sections 13, 14, and 15 directly address digital child pornography and its punishments.
So, Statements 1 and 4 are correct, and Statement 3 is contextually misleading, making only two statements fully valid.
🟩 Correction: Marking 2 as the correct count (not 3). Hence, correct answer is (B)
✅ Correct Answer (Updated): (B) Only two
Q10. With reference to satellite internet and its geopolitical implications, consider the following statements:
1. The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) allocates radio frequencies and orbital slots on a ‘first come, first served’ basis, incentivizing a space race.
2. India’s satellite internet efforts include collaborations with SpaceX, Bharti-backed OneWeb, and SES through Jio.
3. China’s Guowang satellite constellation is a private-sector project offering open access to all countries.
4. The dominance of players like Starlink raises concerns about digital sovereignty and strategic dependency.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only one
(B) Only two
(C) Only three
(D) All four
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✅ Correct Answer: (C) Only three
📝 Explanation:
Statement 4 is correct: Starlink’s market dominance and control over critical infrastructure have raised global concerns, especially when it restricted access during conflicts (e.g., Ukraine).
Statement 1 is correct: The ITU does follow a ‘first come, first served’ approach, which has led to a competitive rush for orbital positions and frequencies.
Statement 2 is correct: India is pursuing satellite internet through OneWeb (Bharti), Jio-SES, and even discussions with SpaceX for Starlink services.
Statement 3 is incorrect: China’s Guowang is state-controlled, not a private-sector or open-access system — it reinforces digital sovereignty, not liberal access.
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