1. Which two radar bands are used in the NISAR mission?
(a) X-band and Ka-band
(b) C-band and Ku-band
(c) L-band and S-band
(d) UHF-band and VHF-band
2. With reference to India’s first private test facility for depleted heavy water upgradation, consider the following statements:
1. It has been developed by TEMA India Ltd under a technology transfer agreement with BARC.
2. The facility is located in Tamil Nadu and supports reactors in Kalpakkam.
3. It is aimed at testing equipment for use in Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
3. With reference to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, consider the following statements:
1. NEP 2020 replaces the National Policy on Education, 1992.
2. It proposes the introduction of vocational education from Class 6 onwards.
3. It recommends the creation of an Academic Bank of Credit to digitally store academic credits.
4. It mandates English as the medium of instruction till Grade 8 in all schools.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
4. With reference to the recent Thailand–Cambodia border conflict, consider the following statements:
1. The conflict is primarily over the territorial claims around the Preah Vihear and Prasat Ta Muen Thom temples.
2. Thailand has accepted the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling and withdrawn its claims over the Preah Vihear temple.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
5. With reference to the MISHTI Scheme (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes), consider the following statements:
1. The scheme aims to restore and expand mangrove cover only through Central funding under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund (CAMPA).
2. MISHTI is being implemented in collaboration with State Forest Departments and promotes community participation in mangrove restoration.
3. The scheme is aligned with India’s commitments under the Paris Agreement and its participation in the Mangrove Alliance for Climate.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
6. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940?
1. The Act regulates the import, manufacture, distribution, and sale of drugs and cosmetics in India.
2. The primary objective of the Act is to ensure that drugs and cosmetics sold in India are safe, effective, and conform to quality standards.
3. The Act is administered solely by the Central Government, with no role for State authorities.
Select the answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
7. Consider the following with reference to the Rajendra Chola I:
1. Rajendra Chola I succeeded Rajaraja Chola I and expanded the Chola Empire beyond South India, including parts of Southeast Asia.
2. He founded a new capital city called Gangaikonda Cholapuram to commemorate his victory over the Western Gangas.
3. Rajendra Chola I led a successful naval expedition to the Maldives and Sri Lanka, but never attacked the Srivijaya Empire.
How many of the above is/are not correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
8. Consider the following statements:
Statement 1:
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
Statement 2:
The ICJ deals only with disputes between states and does not have jurisdiction over individuals or private entities.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
(a) Both statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct and statement 2 explains statement 1
(b) Both statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct and statement 2 does not explains statement 1
(c) Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is incorrect
(d) Statement 2 is correct, but Statement 1 is incorrect
9. Consider the following statements regarding the appointment of Supreme Court Judges as per Article 124:
1. Every Judge of the Supreme Court shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.
2. A person can be appointed as a Judge of the Supreme Court only if they have served as a Chief Justice of a High Court.
3. A person can be appointed as a Judge of the Supreme Court if, in the opinion of the President, he/she is a distinguished jurist.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
10. Consider the following statements
Statement 1:
A Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) is a type of nuclear reactor that uses deuterium oxide as both a coolant and moderator.
Statement 2:
Heavy water is kept under pressure to prevent boiling, allowing for higher operating temperatures without steam formation.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
(a) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are correct
(b) Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is incorrect
(c) Statement 1 is incorrect, but Statement 2 is correct
(d) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are incorrect
Answers for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (29-07-2025):
1. Answer: C. L-band and S-band
2. Answer: B. 1 and 3 only
3. Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
4. Answer: A. 1 only
5. Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
6. Answer: a
7. Answer: b (2 and 3 only)
8. Answer: b
9. Answer: b
10. Answer: a
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