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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 24 Mar 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

The BioSaarthi initiative is best described as:

A: A policy for regulating genetic research in India

B: A mentorship program for biotech startups

C: A funding scheme for bio-manufacturing units

D: A government initiative to train bio-scientists for space research

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Answer: B

Explanation:

BioSaarthi is a global mentorship initiative aimed at supporting biotech startups by connecting them with experienced mentors worldwide.

Q2:

Consider the following statements regarding the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF):

1.   The NIRF was launched by the Ministry of Education in 2015 to rank educational institutions across India.

2.   The ranking is based on five parameters, each contributing equally (20% each) to the final score.

3.   The Madras High Court has issued a stay order on the publication of the 2025 NIRF rankings due to allegations of data manipulation.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: NIRF was launched in November 2015 by the Ministry of Education.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The ranking is based on five parameters, but the weightage is not equal:

Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR): 30%

Research and Professional Practice (RP): 30%

Graduation Outcomes (GO): 20%

Outreach and Inclusivity (OI): 10%

Perception (PR): 10%

Statement 3 is correct: The Madras High Court granted an interim stay on the 2025 NIRF rankings following allegations of data manipulation.

Q3:

Operation SAMADHAN is associated with:

A: Increasing Maoist recruitment in Naxal-affected states.

B: Counter-insurgency strategy for tackling Left-Wing Extremism (LWE).

C: Skill development programs for surrendered Maoists.

D: Political negotiations between the government and Maoist leaders.

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Operation SAMADHAN focuses on intelligence-based operations, capacity-building of forces, and joint operations between state and central security forces to counter Maoist insurgency.

Started in 2017, SAMADHAN is the acronym for S- smart leadership, A-aggressive strategy, M-motivation and training, A-actionable intelligence, D-dashboard based key result area (KRAs), H-harnessing technology, A-action plan for each theatre and N-no access to financing

Q4:

Consider the following statements regarding the Geography of Mongolia:

1.   Mongolia is a landlocked country situated between China and Kazakhstan.

2.   The Altai Mountains stretch across western Mongolia, forming a natural border with Russia.

3.   The Gobi Desert, one of the world’s largest deserts, covers a significant part of southern Mongolia.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Mongolia is landlocked, but it is bordered by China and Russia, not Kazakhstan.

Statement 2 is correct: The Altai Mountains extend into western Mongolia, serving as a natural divide between Mongolia and Russia.

Statement 3 is correct: The Gobi Desert, covering parts of southern Mongolia and northern China, is one of the world’s largest cold deserts.

Q5:

Consider the following statements regarding India’s forest cover and conservation efforts:

1.   According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, India’s total forest and tree cover accounts for 21.71% of the country’s total land area.

2.   The Green India Mission (GIM) aims to expand India’s forest and tree cover by 10 million hectares.

3.   Madhya Pradesh has the highest forest cover in India, followed by Arunachal Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: India’s total forest and tree cover is 25.17% (not 21.71%) of the geographical area.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The Green India Mission (GIM) aims to expand forest/tree cover by 5 million hectares and improve another 5 million hectares, not 10 million hectares.