1. With reference to India’s space sector institutions, consider the following statements:
1. IN-SPACe functions primarily as India’s commercial arm for marketing launch services.
2. NSIL is responsible for commercialising ISRO technologies and enabling private industry participation.
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
2. Regarding PSLV and SSLV, consider the following statements:
1. PSLV is a four-stage launch vehicle using alternating solid and liquid propulsion systems.
2. SSLV employs a three-solid-stage configuration with a liquid VTM for final orbit insertion.
3. PSLV and SSLV are both designed primarily for placing satellites into high-elliptical geostationary transfer orbits.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
3. What is the importance of developing Chabahar Port by India?
(a) India’s trade with African countries will enormously increase.
(b) India’s relations with oil-producing Arab countries will be strengthened.
(c) India will not depend on Pakistan for access to Afghanistan and Central Asia.
(d) Pakistan will facilitate and protect the installation of a gas pipeline between Iraq and India.
4. With reference to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), consider the following statements:
1. CISF was created through a Parliamentary Act with the primary mandate of protecting industrial undertakings.
2. CISF cannot be deployed to private sector establishments under any circumstances as per the CISF Act.
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 four Labour Codes notified by the Centre, consider the following statements:
1. The four Labour Codes together replace 29 existing central labour laws.
2. The Industrial Relations Code, 2020 includes provisions on trade unions and settlement of industrial disputes.
3. The Code on Wages, 2019 applies only to workers earning below the statutory minimum wage.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
6. Which of the following guarantees are provided under the new Labour Codes?
1. Mandatory appointment letters for employees
2. Timely payment of wages
3. Night shifts for women, subject to safety conditions
4. Universal social security coverage including gig workers
Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) 2 and 4 only
7. With reference to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, consider the following statements:
1. It consolidates laws governing trade unions and industrial disputes.
2. It provides a statutory framework for fixed-term employment.
3. It prohibits employers from hiring workers for shorter seasonal terms.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
8. How does the National Rural Livelihood Mission seek to improve livelihood options of rural poor?
1. By setting up a large number of new manufacturing industries and agribusiness centres in rural areas
2. By strengthening ‘Self-Help Groups’ and providing skill development
3. By supplying seeds, fertilizers, diesel pump-sets and micro-irrigation equipment free of cost to farmers
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
9. With reference to BRICS membership, consider the following statements:
1. BRICS originally consisted of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
2. In the recent expansion, countries like Egypt, Indonesia, and the UAE have joined BRICS.
3. All BRICS members are also members of the G20.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
10. With reference to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), consider the following statements:
1. India, China, Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Iran are full members of the SCO.
2. The headquarters of SCO is in Shangai, reflecting the organisation’s Central Asian orientation.
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 (22-11-2025):
1. Answer: (b)
2. Answer: (c)
3. Answer: (c)
4. Answer: (a)
5. Answer: (a)
6.   Answer: (c)
7. Answer: (a)
8. Answer: (b)
9. Answer: (a)
10. Answer: (a)
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