🔹 UPSC Prelims Practice Questions (Based on 17 Sept 2025 Articles)

Q1.
Operation Weed Out, recently seen in news, is related to:
A. Eliminating invasive alien plant species from Indian forests
B. Seizure of hydroponic cannabis cultivation and smuggling
C. Removing opium cultivation in Central India
D. Banning genetically modified food crops

Q2.
With reference to Carlsberg Ridge, consider the following statements:
1. It is located in the Bay of Bengal and forms part of the Andaman–Nicobar subduction zone.
2. It is a mid-oceanic ridge between the Indian and Arabian plates.
3. India signed an exploration contract with the International Seabed Authority to explore polymetallic sulphide nodules here.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only D. 2 only

Q3.
Chhath Mahaparva, proposed for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status, is primarily dedicated to:
A. Lord Vishnu
B. Sun God and Chhathi Maiya
C. Lord Shiva
D. Mother Earth and fertility

Q4.
Which of the following statements correctly describes the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS)?
1. It is implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
2. It provides ₹12,000 per annum directly into student accounts through DBT.
3. It is meant to support meritorious students from economically weaker sections to continue education beyond Class VIII.
Select the correct answer:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Q5.
Consider the following initiatives recently launched by NITI Aayog:
1. Frontier 50
2. Frontier Tech Awards
3. AI for Viksit Bharat Roadmap

4. National Skill Qualification Framework
Which of the above form part of NITI Aayog’s recent AI-driven roadmap?
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q6.
With reference to National Logistics Policy (NLP), consider the following statements:
1. It aims to reduce India’s logistics costs to match global benchmarks.
2. It includes the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) for digital integration.
3. It targets improving India’s Logistics Performance Index (LPI) ranking to the top 25 by 2030.
Which of the above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3

Q7.
The Logistics Data Bank (LDB), often mentioned in the context of supply-chain reforms, is primarily used for:
A. Monitoring Road accidents involving freight trucks
B. Tracking containerized EXIM cargo movement in real-time
C. Recording logistics sector employment data
D. Registering GST compliance of logistics operators

Q8.
With reference to patient safety in India, which of the following measures have been undertaken?
1. National Patient Safety Implementation Framework (2018–25)
2. NABH accreditation system for hospitals
3. Patient Advisory Councils in hospitals
4. National Program on Safe Medical Tourism
Select the correct answer:
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 4 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q9.
The Family Welfare Committees (FWCs), recently in the news, are associated with:
A. Reviewing maternal health schemes at district level
B. Scrutinizing complaints filed under Section 498A (cruelty by husband) before police action
C. Overseeing juvenile justice board functioning
D. Implementing Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PCPNDT) Act

Q10.
GIFT City is often discussed in India’s financial reforms. Which of the following correctly explains its purpose?
A. It is a smart city developed under PM Awas Yojana with focus on green housing.
B. It is India’s first International Financial Services Centre aiming to compete with hubs like Singapore and Dubai.
C. It is a special economic zone designed for electronic hardware manufacturing clusters. 
D. It is a logistics hub under the PM GatiShakti plan.

SOLUTIONS

UPSC Prelims Practice Questions 19-09-2025

Q1.
Which of the following is/are focus areas of the “New Strategic EU–India Agenda” released in September 2025?
1. Defence industry cooperation
2. Space exploration projects
3. Climate action
4. Exchange of classified information
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 1, 3 and 4 only
c) 2 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q2.
Consider the following statements regarding India–EU trade relations:
1. Trade between India and the EU has doubled in the last decade.
2. The EU aims to conclude a Free Trade Agreement with India by 2024.
3. Tariff and non-tariff barriers in agriculture and industry remain a challenge. a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q3.
Which of the following is/are among the EU’s concerns in its relations with India?
1. India’s participation in Zapad-2025 exercises with Russia
2. India’s continued imports of Russian oil
3. India’s membership in the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q4.
Which of the following issues are highlighted as challenges with mandatory Facial Recognition Software (FRS) in Anganwadis?
1. Frequent OTP failures and connectivity issues
2. Inability of Anganwadi workers to override failed authentications
3. Poor quality and irregular supply of Take Home Rations
4. High risk of large-scale impersonation fraud by beneficiaries
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 1 and 4 only
c) 2, 3 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q5.
Which of the following provisions underlie the functioning of Anganwadis in India?
1. They were established under the Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS).
2. Distribution of Take Home Rations (THR) is mandated by the National Food Security Act, 2013.
3. The Poshan Tracker app and facial recognition are legal requirements under the Supreme Court.
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q6.
Which of the following international agreements are directly related to the protection of the ozone layer?
1. Vienna Convention (1985)
2. Montreal Protocol (1987)
3. Kigali Amendment (2016)
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) 1 and 3 only

Q7.
Which of the following is/are NOT an effect of ozone depletion?
1. Increased risk of skin cancer and cataracts
2. Decline in marine plankton productivity
3. Reduced agricultural yields
4. Strengthening of the greenhouse effect by CO₂ absorption
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 4 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 3 and 4 only

Q8.
Consider the following achievements of India under the Montreal Protocol:
1. Phased out CFCs, carbon tetrachloride, and halons ahead of schedule by 2010.
2. Created a Cooling Action Plan in 2019 to reduce cooling demand and refrigerant use.
3. Completed HCFC Phase-Out Management Plan Stage-I successfully.
Which of the statements given above are correct? a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q9.
Which of the following technological tools were highlighted during the 2025 Himalayan floods disaster response?
1. Satellite communication and OneWeb links
2. Drones for reconnaissance and mapping
3. Doppler radars for nowcasting
4. Artificial Intelligence for flash-flood prediction at the district level
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1, 2 and 3 only
c) 2, 3 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q10.
Which of the following are suggested measures to build resilience in Himalayan states after monsoon floods?
1. Enforcing seismic codes and no-build zones along riverbanks
2. Expanding landslide mapping and glacial lake monitoring
3. Deepening community participation through Aapda Mitra and mock drills
4. Increasing dependence on large-scale centralised ration supply systems a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 2 and 4 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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Current Affairs Quiz 20 September
Q1. The report “State of Global Water Resources 2024” has been released by which of the following organisations?
A. UNEP
B. World Bank
C. WMO
D. FAO

Q2. Consider the following statements about Manganese in India:
1. Manganese is silvery-grey in colour and is very hard and brittle.
2. Karnataka has the largest reserves of manganese.
3. Odisha is the leading producer of manganese ore in India.
How many of the above statements are correct?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
________________________________________
Q3. Consider the following:
Assertion (A): El Niño is the warm phase of ENSO, marked by unusual warming of sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean.
Reason (R): During El Niño, strong trade winds push warm water further westward, leading to enhanced cold-water upwelling near the South American coast.
Options:
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C. A is true, but R is false.
D. A is false, but R is true.
________________________________________
Q4. Consider the following statements about NE-SPARKS:
1. It is a flagship initiative to promote STEM education in the North Eastern Region of India.
2. The program is funded entirely by the central government.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q5. Which of the following statements regarding the justiciability of the Preamble is correct?
A. The Preamble is fully enforceable in courts.
B. The Preamble is not enforceable in courts (non-justiciable).
C. The Preamble overrides all other provisions of the Constitution.
D. The Preamble has no legal significance.
________________________________________
Q6. Consider the following statements about the ICGS Adamya:
1. It is the first ship in series Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) of Indian Coast Guard.
2. It has been designed and built indigenously by Mazgaon Shipyard Limited (MSL).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q7. Consider the following countries:
1. Finland
2. Russia
3. Latvia
4. Poland
5. Estonia
How many of the above countries share a coast with the Gulf of Finland?
A. Only two
B. Only three
C. Only four
D. All five
________________________________________
Q8. Consider the following statements about the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA):
1. It is the statutory regulatory body responsible for overseeing, promoting, and developing the pension sector in India.
2. It regulates both the National Pension System (NPS) and Atal Pension Yojana.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q9. With reference to the corporate bond index derivatives, consider the following statements:
1. These are financial instruments whose value is derived from a specific corporate bond index composed of high-quality corporate debt securities.
2. SEBI allows futures trading on corporate bond indices in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q10. With reference to the Time Use Survey (TUS), consider the following statements:
1. It provides valuable information on how individuals allocate their time to various paid and unpaid activities, care work, learning and leisure.
2. It is conducted by the National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
3. This survey was first conducted in year 2019 in India.
How many of the above statements are correct?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None

SOLUTIONS

Current Affairs Quiz 22 September

📌 Questions
Q1. Exercise Amogh Fury, recently in news, is:
A. A naval combat readiness exercise conducted by the Western Naval Command
B. An Integrated Fire Power Exercise conducted by the Sapta Shakti Command of the Indian Army
C. A joint counter-terrorism drill conducted by the National Security Guard (NSG)
D. An air defence exercise conducted by the South Western Air Command of the Indian Air Force
________________________________________
Q2. With reference to the “State Finances 2022-23” report released by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), consider the following statements:
1. It is the first of its kind report providing a 10-year trend analysis (2013-14 to 2022-23) of fiscal parameters of all 28 States.
2. Punjab recorded the highest Debt-to-GSDP ratio.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q3. Consider the following countries in relation to Estonia’s land borders:
1. Russia
2. Latvia
3. Lithuania
How many of the above share a land border with Estonia?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
________________________________________
Q4. The term “Poompuhar”, recently seen in news, refers to:
A. A contemporary smart port in Tamil Nadu
B. A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kerala
C. A major naval base in Andhra Pradesh
D. An ancient Chola port city in Tamil Nadu that was the capital of the early Chola kings.
________________________________________
Q5. With reference to the “High Seas Treaty” (BBNJ Agreement), consider the following statements:
1. It is a legally binding treaty under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
2. The High Seas Treaty is the first implementing agreement under UNCLOS.
3. India has signed but not yet ratified the treaty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
________________________________________
Q6. Consider the following statements regarding the Dadasaheb Phalke Award:
1. It is India’s highest award in the field of cinema and was instituted in 1969.
2. The award is presented annually and includes a Swarna Kamal (Golden Lotus) medallion, a shawl, and a cash prize.
3. The first recipient of this award was legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
________________________________________
Q7. With reference to the Industrial Park Rating System (IPRS) 3.0, consider the following statements:
1. It is developed by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) with support from the World Bank.
2. Only parks located in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and metropolitan areas are eligible for IPRS 3.0 assessment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q8. Consider the following statements about the supercomputers of India:
1. The Indian government launched the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM) in 2015 as a joint project of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY).
2. India’s current fastest supercomputer is AIRAWAT-PSAI at C-DAC in Pune.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q9. Consider the following countries:
1. Sweden
2. Poland
3. Lithuania
4. Finland
5. Germany
6. Denmark
How many of the above countries share a coast with the Baltic Sea?
A. Only three
B. Only four
C. Only five
D. All six
________________________________________
Q10. Which one of the following statements best describes the aim of Project Vijayak?
A. Construction of border fencing in the Northeastern states to prevent illegal migration.
B. Setting up solar power plants for energy security in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
C. Development of inland waterways along the Ganga-Brahmaputra basin.
D. Providing road connectivity and upgrading strategic infrastructure in the Kargil and Zanskar regions of Ladakh, enhancing military and civilian access.

SOLUTIONS

Current Affairs Quiz 23 September
‘📌 Questions
Q1. Match the following Air Bases (Column A) with their Countries (Column B):
Column A | Column B
1. Bagram Air Base | A. Turkey
2. Al Udeid Air Base | B. Qatar
3. Nur Khan Air Base | C. Afghanistan
4. Incirlik Air Base | D. Pakistan
Options:
A. 1-B, 2-C, 3-A, 4-D
B. 1-A, 2-D, 3-C, 4-B
C. 1-C, 2-B, 3-D, 4-A
D. 1-D, 2-A, 3-B, 4-C
________________________________________
Q2. The Delhi Government has ordered a study on the use of smog-eating photocatalytic coatings on roads. What is the primary purpose of this technology?
A. To absorb carbon dioxide and generate oxygen
B. To capture dust and particulate matter only
C. To reduce nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) and harmful hydrocarbons in public spaces
D. To convert rainwater into potable water
________________________________________
Q3. Consider the following statements about the Sawalkote Project:
1. It is a storage-based hydroelectric power project.
2. It is proposed on the Chenab River in the Ramban and Udhampur districts of Jammu and Kashmir.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q4. AIRAWAT-PSAI, Pratyush, and Mihir, recently seen in news, are:
A. Indigenous satellites launched for communication purposes
B. Advanced drones developed by DRDO for surveillance
C. Indian naval ships for oceanographic research
D. Supercomputers of India for weather and climate research
________________________________________
Q5. Consider the following statements about the Clean Plant Programme:
1. It was conceptualized by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare in collaboration with the World Bank.
2. It is implemented by the National Horticulture Board (NHB).
3. It aims to provide farmers with high-quality, virus-free planting material of key fruit crops.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
________________________________________
Q6. Consider the following statements about the Maitri 2.0 Cross-Incubation Programme:
1. It is launched by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
2. The programme aims to strengthen the partnerships in the agriculture sector between India and Britain.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q7. Consider the following statements regarding the Ballon d’Or Awards:
1. These awards are given in the field of tennis.
2. Ousmane Dembele became the first French player to win this award in 2025.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q8. Consider the following statements regarding the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) assessment report on River Pollution in India:
1. A polluted river stretch refers to two or more polluted locations on a river in a continuous sequence.
2. Maharashtra continues to have the highest number (54) of polluted river stretches.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q9. Consider the following statements regarding the National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2025:
1. For the first time in 2025, Gram Panchayats across India were awarded in a dedicated grassroots digital innovation category.
2. Madhya Pradesh’s Sampada 2.0 platform won the Gold Award for making property and document registration fully paperless and faceless.
3. They are conferred annually by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
________________________________________
Q10. Consider the following statements regarding the New START accord:
1. It is a nuclear arms reduction treaty signed between the United States and Russia in 2010.
2. The treaty is of indefinite duration and cannot be withdrawn from by either party.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

SOLUTIONS

Current Affairs Quiz 24 September

Questions
Q1. Exercise Amogh Fury, recently in news, is:
A. A naval combat readiness exercise conducted by the Western Naval Command
B. An Integrated Fire Power Exercise conducted by the Sapta Shakti Command of the Indian Army
C. A joint counter-terrorism drill conducted by the National Security Guard (NSG)
D. An air defence exercise conducted by the South Western Air Command of the Indian Air Force
________________________________________
Q2. With reference to the “State Finances 2022-23” report released by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), consider the following statements:
1. It is the first of its kind report providing a 10-year trend analysis (2013-14 to 2022-23) of fiscal parameters of all 28 States.
2. Punjab recorded the highest Debt-to-GSDP ratio.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q3. Consider the following countries in relation to Estonia’s land borders:
1. Russia
2. Latvia
3. Lithuania
How many of the above share a land border with Estonia?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
________________________________________
Q4. The term “Poompuhar”, recently seen in news, refers to:
A. A contemporary smart port in Tamil Nadu
B. A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kerala
C. A major naval base in Andhra Pradesh
D. An ancient Chola port city in Tamil Nadu that was the capital of the early Chola kings.
________________________________________
Q5. With reference to the “High Seas Treaty” (BBNJ Agreement), consider the following statements:
1. It is a legally binding treaty under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
2. The High Seas Treaty is the first implementing agreement under UNCLOS.
3. India has signed but not yet ratified the treaty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
________________________________________
Q6. Consider the following statements regarding the Dadasaheb Phalke Award:
1. It is India’s highest award in the field of cinema and was instituted in 1969.
2. The award is presented annually and includes a Swarna Kamal (Golden Lotus) medallion, a shawl, and a cash prize.
3. The first recipient of this award was legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
________________________________________
Q7. With reference to the Industrial Park Rating System (IPRS) 3.0, consider the following statements:
1. It is developed by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) with support from the World Bank.
2. Only parks located in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and metropolitan areas are eligible for IPRS 3.0 assessment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q8. Consider the following statements about the supercomputers of India:
1. The Indian government launched the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM) in 2015 as a joint project of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY).
2. India’s current fastest supercomputer is AIRAWAT-PSAI at C-DAC in Pune.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
________________________________________
Q9. Consider the following countries:
1. Sweden
2. Poland
3. Lithuania
4. Finland
5. Germany
6. Denmark
How many of the above countries share a coast with the Baltic Sea?
A. Only three
B. Only four
C. Only five
D. All six
________________________________________
Q10. Which one of the following statements best describes the aim of Project Vijayak?
A. Construction of border fencing in the Northeastern states to prevent illegal migration.
B. Setting up solar power plants for energy security in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
C. Development of inland waterways along the Ganga-Brahmaputra basin.
D. Providing Road connectivity and upgrading strategic infrastructure in the Kargil and Zanskar regions of Ladakh, enhancing military and civilian access.

SOLUTIONS

Current Affairs Quiz 25 September
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025:
1. The contest is open exclusively to students of government schools from Classes 9 to 12.
2. It is being organised in collaboration with Atal Innovation Mission (NITI Aayog) and the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q2. Consider the following countries:
1. Ecuador
2. Colombia
3. Bolivia
4. Chile
5. Argentina
How many of the above share a land border with Peru?
A. Only two
B. Only three
C. Only four
D. All five

Q3. The DRAVYA Portal, recently seen in the news, was launched by which of the following?
A. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
B. Ministry of Ayush
C. Ministry of Science and Technology
D. Ministry of Education

Q4. Consider the following description:
It is located in Jharkhand and forms the core area of the Palamau Tiger Reserve. It was among the first national parks in India to be brought under Project Tiger. The Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary is also part of this park. The North Koel River flows through it, creating picturesque waterfalls during the monsoon season.
Which of the following is best described above?
A. Betla National Park
B. Hazaribagh National Park
C. Simlipal National Park
D. Valmiki National Park

Q5. With reference to Exercise Cold Start, recently in news, consider the following statements:
1. It is a tri-service military exercise focused on testing drones and counter-drone systems.
2. It is scheduled to be conducted in Rajasthan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q6. The Visakhapatnam Declaration, seen in the news recently, is about—
A. A regional security pact among Bay of Bengal littoral states
B. A national policy roadmap for India digital governance and e-governance transformation
C. An agreement among Indian coastal states on climate-resilient fisheries management
D. The launch of India first deep-sea container port for green shipping

Q7. Consider the following statements about the TN-SHORE Mission:
1. It is a coastal restoration programme launched by the Tamil Nadu government with aid from the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
2. The Mission will help in safeguarding the endangered species such as turtles and dugongs in their habitats.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q8. With reference to the Vishwamitri River, consider the following statements:
1. It flows entirely through the state of Maharashtra.
2. The river drains into the Arabian Sea.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q9. Consider the following statements:
1. The Barren Island volcano is an active volcano located in the Indian territory.
2. Barren Island lies about 140 km east of Great Nicobar.
3. The last time the Barren Island volcano erupted was in 1991 and it has remained inactive since then.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3
C. 3 only
D. 1 and 3

Q10. Consider the following statements about SAHAJ initiative:
1. It is being launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
2. It has been designed to act as a bridge between the government policy and beneficiaries’ needs at the grassroots level to incorporate empathy and practicality in policy making.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

SOLUTIONS