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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 20 Mar 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding tiger conservation in India:

1.   Madhav National Park has been designated as India’s 58th tiger reserve, strengthening the Ranthambore-Kuno-Madhav tiger corridor.

2.   The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) was established in 1973 as part of Project Tiger.

3.   The Global Tiger Initiative (GTI) was launched by the United Nations to support tiger conservation efforts globally.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. Madhav National Park was recently designated as India’s 58th tiger reserve and is expected to enhance tiger movement within the corridor.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The NTCA was established in 2005-06, not in 1973. Project Tiger was launched in 1973, but NTCA was formed later to strengthen its implementation.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The Global Tiger Initiative (GTI) was launched in 2008 by the World Bank, not the United Nations.

Thus, only one statement is correct, making (a) the correct answer.

Q2:

Which of the following statements about the climate of Western Europe is correct?

A: Most of Western Europe experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers.

B: The Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate, influenced by the North Sea and westerly winds.

C: The Alps have little impact on the climate of Western Europe.

D: The Gulf Stream has no role in regulating Western Europe’s climate.

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Answer: B

Explanation:

(a) is incorrect. The Mediterranean climate is found in southern Europe (Spain, Italy, Greece), not across most of Western Europe.

(b) is correct. The Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate, with mild summers and cool winters, influenced by North Sea winds.

(c) is incorrect. The Alps significantly impact the climate, acting as a barrier for moisture and cold air.

(d) is incorrect. The Gulf Stream brings warm ocean currents, making Western Europe’s winters milder than other regions at the same latitude.

Thus, the correct answer is (b).

Q3:

Consider the following statements regarding the Heliconia species:

1.   Heliconia species are mostly found in the rainforests of Central and South America.

2.   Heliconia plants depend on hummingbirds and bats for pollination.

3.   All Heliconia species are currently listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. Heliconia species are primarily found in the rainforests of Central and South America, with some species in the Pacific Islands.

Statement 2 is correct. Hummingbirds and bats play a crucial role in pollinating Heliconia plants.

Statement 3 is incorrect. While many species are at risk, not all Heliconia species are listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Thus, the correct answer is (b) Only two statements are correct.

Q4:

Consider the following statements regarding free speech in India:

1.   India ranked 24th out of 33 countries in the Free Speech Index by The Future of Free Speech think tank.

2.   A majority of Indians support unrestricted free speech without government interference.

3.   Compared to other democracies like the U.K. and Denmark, India has a lower percentage of citizens who support government restrictions on criticism.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. India was ranked 24th out of 33 countries in the Free Speech Index by The Future of Free Speech think tank.

Statement 2 is correct. The majority of Indians support free speech in principle, showing commitment to democratic values.

Statement 3 is incorrect. India has a higher percentage of citizens supporting government-imposed restrictions on criticism compared to countries like the U.K. (5%) and Denmark (3%), not lower.

Thus, the correct answer is (b) Only two statements are correct.

Q5:

Assertion (A): The Supreme Court of India ruled that both the right to development and the right to a clean environment are fundamental rights.

Reason (R): The Indian Constitution explicitly mentions the right to development as a fundamental right under Part III.

Which one of the following is correct?

A: Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation of A.

B: Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C: A is correct, but R is incorrect.

D: A is incorrect, but R is correct.

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Assertion is correct. The Supreme Court ruled that both development and environmental protection are fundamental rights.

Reason is incorrect. The Constitution does not explicitly mention "Right to Development" under Part III, but the Court has interpreted it within Articles 14, 19, and 21.

Thus, the correct answer is (c).