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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 27 Feb 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding the National Education Policy 2020:

1. NEP 2020 retains the three-language formula, with greater flexibility.

2. The policy mandates that the three languages must include English, Hindi, and the local regional language.

Which of the above statements are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: Both

D: None

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: NEP 2020 retains the three-language formula from the 1968 NEP but allows states more flexibility in choosing their languages, addressing concerns from non-Hindi-speaking states.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The policy does not mandate that Hindi, English, and the local regional language must be chosen. States are allowed to select their languages, with at least two being native to India, which could include regional languages but not necessarily Hindi.

Q2:

Consider the following statements regarding the Time Use Survey (TUS) 2024:

1.   The TUS 2024 reveals a rise in women's participation in paid employment, with 25% of women aged 15-59 engaged in employment-related activities, up from 21.8% in 2019.

2.   According to survey, Men spend more time than women on unpaid domestic tasks.

3.   The survey indicates a decline in children's engagement in learning activities.

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: The TUS 2024 shows that women’s participation in paid employment has increased, with 25% of women aged 15-59 engaged in employment-related activities, an increase from 21.8% in 2019.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Survey reveals that Women spend more time on unpaid domestic tasks than men, dedicating 305 minutes compared to 88 minutes per day.

Statement 3 is correct: The survey highlights a decline in the time children spend on learning activities, as both boys and girls show a reduction in the time dedicated to education in 2024 compared to previous years.

Q3:

Consider the following statements regarding the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA):

1.   The UNGA is the main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the United Nations, where all member states have equal representation.

2.   The UNGA’s resolutions, including those related to peace and security, are legally binding on the member states.

3.   The General Assembly can take action on matters of peace and security if the Security Council fails to act due to the veto of a permanent member, according to its "Uniting for Peace" resolution.

How many of the above statements are not correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The UNGA is the main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the UN, where all member states have equal representation.

Statement 2 is incorrect: UNGA resolutions are generally not binding on member states, except for budgetary matters. Resolutions related to peace and security or other issues do not have binding force unless specified under certain conditions.

Statement 3 is correct: The General Assembly can take action on matters of peace and security if the Security Council fails to act due to a veto by a permanent member, based on its "Uniting for Peace" resolution.

Q4:

Assertion (A): The UN resolution titled "Advancing a Comprehensive, Just, and Lasting Peace in Ukraine" passed despite the opposition of both the US and Russia.

Reason (R): The resolution was supported mainly by European countries and the G7 members, reflecting the strong backing for Ukraine from Western powers.

Options:

A: Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct, and the Reason is the correct explanation for the Assertion.

B: Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct, but the Reason is not the correct explanation for the Assertion.

C: Assertion (A) is correct, but Reason (R) is incorrect.

D: Assertion (A) is incorrect, but Reason (R) is correct.

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Answer: A

Explanation:

The resolution did pass, even though both the US and Russia opposed it, showing that there was significant support from other nations, especially European countries and the G7. The assertion is correct, and the reason accurately explains why the resolution was passed—Western powers, particularly European countries, strongly supported it as part of their ongoing efforts to support Ukraine in the conflict. Hence, the assertion and reason are both correct, with the reason providing the correct explanation for the passage of the resolution.

Q5:

Consider the following statements regarding the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India:

1.   The CAG is the head of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department and is responsible for overseeing the financial system of the country at both the Centre and State levels.

2.   The CAG's primary duty is to ensure the financial accountability of the executive through audits.

3.   The CAG’s reports related to government accounts are submitted directly to the Parliament.

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: The CAG is indeed the head of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department and is responsible for overseeing and controlling the financial system of both the Centre and the States.

Statement 2 is correct: The CAG's primary duty is to ensure financial accountability through audits, while upholding the Constitution of India and the laws of Parliament in the area of financial administration.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The CAG’s reports related to government accounts are first submitted to the President, who then lays them before both Houses of Parliament, not directly to the Parliament.