1. Critical Tiger Habitat is notified under:
(a) Forest Rights Act, 2006
(b) Environment Protection Act, 1986
(c) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
(d) Biological Diversity Act, 2002
2. Which of the following about the recent grassland bird census in Kaziranga National Park is/are correct?
1. The census prioritized species that are globally threatened or endemic to the Brahmaputra floodplains.
2. The River Brahmaputra directly flows through Kaziranga National Park, providing a habitat for the birds surveyed.
3. The census was conducted only during the winter season to capture migratory bird populations.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
3. Which of the following statements about the National Population Register (NPR) is/are correct?
1. NPR includes both Indian citizens and foreign nationals residing in India.
2. It is conducted under the Census Act, 1948.
3. It is mandatory for all usual residents to register under NPR.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
4. Consider the following statements:
1. A biodiversity hotspot must contain at least 1,500 species of birds as endemics.
2. A biodiversity hotspot must have lost at least 70% of its original vegetation.
3. Western Ghats & Sri Lanka together form one biodiversity hotspot.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
5. With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), consider the following statements:
1. It aims to provide all-weather road connectivity to all rural habitations regardless of population size.
2. Phase III of the scheme focuses on connecting rural habitations to agricultural markets, schools, and hospitals.
3. In North-Eastern and Himalayan States, the central government bears 90% of the funding cost.
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 powers of Lok Sabha?
1. It has exclusive powers to introduce and pass Money Bills.
2. It can remove the Vice President of India by passing a resolution.
3. It exercises control over the executive through questions, motions, and debates.
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 statements:
Statement 1:
The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is a key indicator used to measure the growth rate of sectors in the Indian economy.
Statement 2:
IIP measures changes in the volume of production of goods in the mining, manufacturing, and electricity sectors over a period of time.
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
8. Consider the following with reference to the Financial Stability Report (FSR):
1. The Financial Stability Report is released quarterly by the Ministry of Finance.
2. It is prepared by the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) Sub-Committee under the chairmanship of the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India.
3. The report assesses risks to the financial system and suggests policy responses to ensure financial stability.
How many of the above is/are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
9. Consider the following statements with reference to NISAR
1. It is the first time that ISRO and its US counterpart, NASA have jointly built a satellite.
2. It is the first satellite to be mounted with two Synthetic Aperture Radars (SARS), operating in different frequency bands.
3. It is the most expensive satellite ever.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) One only
(b) Two only
(c) All three
(d) None
10. Consider the following statements:
Statement 1:
Flash floods are mainly centred in the Himalayas, the west coast, and Central India.
Statement 2:
The sub-basins located in the Himalayan regions and the southern parts of the Ganga River basin are highly prone to flash floods.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
(a) Both statements are correct and Statement 2 explains Statement 1
(b) Both statements are correct but Statement 2 does not explain Statement 1
(c) Statement 1 is incorrect, but Statement 2 is correct
(d) Both statements are correct and none explain each other
Answers for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (30-07-2025):
1. Answer: (c)
2. Answer: (a)
3. Answer: (c)
4. Answer: (d)
5. Answer: (b)
6. Answer: (c)
7. Answer: (a)
8. Answer: (b)
9. Answer: (c)
10. Answer: (b)
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