1. In the context of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India, which of the following is/are correct?
1. India currently ranks 2nd globally in terms of the number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
2. India’s nodal agency for all World Heritage matters is the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
3. India has 62 sites on its Tentative List.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Which of the following events is most closely associated with Sarnath in Buddhist tradition?
(a) Buddha’s attainment of enlightenment under the Bodhi tree
(b) Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana (final passing away)
(c) Buddha’s first sermon, known as Dhammachakkappavattana
(d) Buddha’s visit to Kapilavastu after enlightenment
3. Exercise Yudh Abhyas is a joint military exercise conducted between India and:
(a) Russia
(b) United States of America
(c) France
(d) Japan
4. Consider the following pairs:
| Scheme/Committee: | Associated Objective |
| Old Pension Scheme (OPS): | Guaranteed lifelong pension linked to last drawn salary |
| National Pension System (NPS): | Market-linked, contributory pension scheme |
| Unified Pension Scheme (UPS): | Hybrid model balancing fiscal responsibility with employee assurance |
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
5. Which one of the following rights is NOT explicitly covered under Article 25 of the Indian Constitution?
(a) Freedom of conscience
(b) Right to propagate religion
(c) Right to practice religion
(d) Right to manage religious affairs independently
6. With reference to the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), consider the following statements:
1. It is under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
2. Its primary objective is to reduce drug demand through prevention, awareness, and education.
3. It is implemented as a central sector initiative.
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
7. With reference to the proposed GST reforms in India, consider the following statements:
1. The government plans to reduce the GST slabs from four to two main rates of 5% and 18%.
2. A special rate of 40% is proposed for select luxury and sin goods.
3. The reform aims to simplify compliance, reduce disputes, and remove duty inversion.
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
8. The term “Dehyphenation” has been seen in the news recently. It refers to:
(a) The foreign policy of India towards Israel and Palestine
(b) The process of hibernation in Polar bears
(c) The melting of Antarctica ice which causes an ozone hole
(d) The technique used by cybercriminals to conduct fraud
9. With reference to wheat production in India, consider the following statements:
1. Wheat is primarily grown in the Rabi season, with Uttar Pradesh being the largest producing state.
2. The crop requires cool weather during the growing season and bright sunshine at the time of ripening and harvesting.
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
10. With reference to the ‘Scarborough Shoal’, consider the following statements:
1. It is located within the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of China.
2. It is part of the Spratly Islands group.
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
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (17-09-2025):
1. Answer: (b)
2. Answer: (c)
3. Answer: (b)
4. Answer: (c)
5. Answer: (d)
6. Answer: (b)
7. Answer: (d)
8. Answer: (a)
9. Answer: (c)
10. Answer: (d)
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