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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 07 Apr 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

What is the primary objective of the "4S Approach" that India follows in BIMSTEC?

A: Strengthening economic integration among member nations.

B: Promoting space and technology cooperation.

C: Enhancing dialogue, peace, prosperity, and respect among member nations.

D: Facilitating disaster resilience and climate adaptation.

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Answer: C

Explanation:

The 4S approach in BIMSTEC stands for:

Samman (Respect)

Samvad (Dialogue)

Shanti (Peace)

Samriddhi (Prosperity)

Thus, the correct answer is (c) Enhancing dialogue, peace, prosperity, and respect among member nations.

Q2:

Consider the following statements regarding the 2025 Technology and Innovation Report:

The report is published by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

The report highlights global technological trends, including AI, digital infrastructure, and automation.

According to the 2025 report, India ranked 10th globally in AI private sector investment in 2023.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) publishes the report, not UNDP.

Statement 2 is correct: The report covers AI, digital infrastructure, automation, and other emerging technologies.

Statement 3 is correct: India secured the 10th spot globally in AI private sector investment in 2023.
Thus, the correct answer is (b) Only two.

Q3:

Which of the following statements is NOT correct regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

A: It is a developmental condition affecting social behavior and communication.

B: It can be caused solely by environmental factors.

C: It is characterized by restricted interests and repetitive behaviors.

D: Its exact cause is still unclear, but both genetic and environmental factors are believed to contribute.

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Answer: B

Explanation:

ASD is believed to have both genetic and environmental causes, but no single environmental factor alone is responsible.

Statement (b) is incorrect because ASD is not caused solely by environmental factors.
Thus, the correct answer is (b) It can be caused solely by environmental factors.

Q4:

Consider the following statements regarding the Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II):

VVP-II is a 100% centrally funded scheme aimed at developing strategic villages along India’s international borders.

Unlike VVP-I, which focused on northern border regions, VVP-II includes border villages from 17 states and union territories.

The programme is implemented under the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: VVP-II is a 100% centrally funded scheme aimed at developing border villages.

Statement 2 is correct: VVP-I covered northern border states (China-facing regions), whereas VVP-II expands to 17 states and UTs.

Statement 3 is incorrect: VVP-II is implemented by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), not the Ministry of Defence.
Thus, the correct answer is (b) Only two.

Q5:

Consider the following statements regarding the India-Thailand Strategic Partnership:

1.      India and Thailand have recently upgraded their bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership to enhance cooperation in trade, defense, and connectivity.

2.      One of the objectives of this partnership is to promote a local currency-based trade settlement mechanism to reduce dependence on international currencies.

3.      Thailand is the only ASEAN country with which India shares a land border.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only one

B: Only two

C: All three

D: None

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. The recent elevation to a Strategic Partnership was formalized during PM Modi’s visit to Thailand in 2025.

Statement 2 is correct. Both countries are exploring trade settlement mechanisms in local currencies to enhance trade efficiency.

Statement 3 is incorrect. India does not share a land border with Thailand; Myanmar lies between them.

Answer: (b) Only two