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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 26 Apr 2025

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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Which of the following are true regarding Haemophilia A?

  1. It is a genetic disorder inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern.
  2. It primarily results from a deficiency of clotting Factor VIII.
  3. It is more common in males than in females.
  4. Regular infusion of clotting factors was the conventional treatment prior to gene therapy.

How many of the above statements are correct?

A: Only two

B: Only three

C: All four

D: Only one

Answer: B

Explanation:

Statements 2, 3, and 4 are correct. Haemophilia A is caused by a deficiency in Factor VIII, and due to its X-linked recessive inheritance, it is far more common in males. Prior to gene therapy, regular infusion of clotting factors was the standard treatment. Statement 1 is incorrect: it is X-linked, not autosomal. Thus, three statements are correct.


                            

                        

                    

                

                            

                    
                    

                        

                            
                                Q2:
                                
Consider the following statements:


Statement-I: The IMF’s World Economic Outlook is primarily focused on analyzing global poverty reduction initiatives.
Statement-II: The WEO assesses macroeconomic trends such as global growth, inflation, and financial stability.


Which one of the following is correct?


                            
                        

                                                

                            
A: Both Statement-I and II are correct and Statements II explains I

                            
B: Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

                            
C: Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

                            
D: Both Statement-I and II are incorrect

                        

                        

                            
                        

                        

                            

                                
 Answer:  C

                                
 Explanation:

                                
The World Economic Outlook (WEO) deals with macroeconomic trends — such as GDP growth rates, inflation, debt dynamics, and financial stability. It does not focus primarily on poverty reduction; that is typically handled by World Bank or UNDP reports. Hence, Statement-I is incorrect, while Statement-II correctly describes the scope of WEO. The WEO helps policymakers forecast and adjust to shifts in the global economic environment.

                                

                            

                        

                    

                

                            

                    
                    

                        

                            
                                Q3:
                                
Match the following foodborne pathogens with the primary diseases they cause:








Pathogen




Disease








A. Salmonella




1. Gastroenteritis








B. Listeria monocytogenes




2. Listeriosis








C. Clostridium botulinum




3. Botulism








D. Escherichia coli (E. coli)




4. Kidney Failure









                            
                        

                                                

                            
A: A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4

                            
B: A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4

                            
C: A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3

                            
D: A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4

                        

                        

                            
                        

                        

                            

                                
 Answer:  B

                                
 Explanation:

                                
Each of the listed pathogens causes a distinct foodborne illness:




    

  • Salmonella causes gastroenteritis with diarrhea and fever.

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  • Listeria monocytogenes causes listeriosis, particularly dangerous in pregnant women and immunocompromised people.

    • 

  • Clostridium botulinum produces toxins leading to botulism, a potentially fatal paralytic illness.

    • 

  • Certain strains of E. coli, such as O157:H7, cause hemorrhagic colitis, sometimes leading to kidney failure. These diseases underline the importance of proper food hygiene, storage, and preparation.

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                                Q4:
                                
Consider the following statements: 


Statement-I: The TRIPS Agreement mandates member countries to always prioritize patent protection over public health needs.
Statement-II: The Doha Declaration clarified that countries have the right to override patents to protect public health during emergencies.


Which one of the following is correct?


                            
                        

                                                

                            
A: Both Statement-I and II are correct and II explains I

                            
B: Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

                            
C: Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

                            
D: Both Statement-I and II are incorrect

                        

                        

                            
                        

                        

                            

                                
 Answer:  C

                                
 Explanation:

                                
TRIPS (1995) initially raised concerns about restricting access to affordable medicines.
However, the Doha Declaration (2001) clarified that TRIPS should be interpreted to prioritize public health during emergencies (like pandemics), allowing measures like compulsory licensing.
Thus, Statement-I is incorrect (patents are not prioritized over health unconditionally), and Statement-II is correct.

                                

                            

                        

                    

                

                            

                    
                    

                        

                            
                                Q5:
                                
Consider the following facts regarding the Attari Integrated Check Post (ICP):


    

  1. It was formally inaugurated in 2005, alongside the start of truck trade.
    2. 

  2. The ICP is connected directly to National Highway 1.
    3. 

  3. India imported gypsum through this route.
    4. 

  4. Bilateral trade through Attari accounted for $37 billion annually.
    5. 



How many of the above statements are correct?


                            
                        

                                                

                            
A: Only two

                            
B: Only three

                            
C: All four

                            
D: Only one

                        

                        

                            
                        

                        

                            

                                
 Answer:  B

                                
 Explanation:

                                
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. The Attari ICP provides direct access to National Highway 1, and India’s exports included straw reapers, while imports included gypsum.
However, Statement 1 is incorrect — truck movements began in 2007, and the ICP was formally inaugurated in 2012 (not 2005).
Statement 4 is also wrong — actual trade through Attari is around $2 billion annually, though the potential is $37 billion according to the World Bank.
Thus, only three statements are correct.

                                

                            

                        

                    

                

                    

        
        
        
        
        
    

                
                

                    
                

                
                
                
                
            

            
            

                


    
    

    
    

    
        

        

            
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