1. With reference to the Digi Yatra initiative, consider the following statements:
1. Digi Yatra is a biometric-based digital processing system for airport passengers.
2. It uses facial recognition technology to enable paperless and contactless travel.
3. Digi Yatra is implemented and operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) alone.
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
2. With reference to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), consider the following statements:
1. It was given statutory status through the SEBI Act, 1992.
2. SEBI functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Finance.
3. SEBI is the regulatory authority for the primary market, secondary market, mutual funds, and Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs).
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1 and 3 only
3. Match the following India–US foundational defence agreements with their primary objectives:
| List I (Agreement) | List II (Purpose) |
| LEMOA | Sharing of geospatial, satellite, and drone data |
| COMCASA | Secure and encrypted military communications |
| BECA | Mutual logistics support including refuelling and supplies |
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A B C
(a) 2 3 1
(b) 2 1 3
(c) 1 3 2
(d) 3 2 1
4. Duqm Port, which has gained strategic importance for India’s logistics access under a bilateral agreement, is located in which country?
(a) UAE
(b) Oman
(c) Yemen
(d) Saudi Arabi
5. With reference to the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS), consider the following statements:
1. It was signed between India and Russia in 2025.
2. The agreement allows reciprocal access to military bases, ports, and airfields for logistical support during joint exercises and operations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
6. With reference to Ethiopia, consider the following statements:
1. Ethiopia is a landlocked country located in the Horn of Africa.
2. The Blue Nile originates from Lake Tana in Ethiopia.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
7. The strategic importance of India signing CEPAs, particularly with Gulf countries, lies in:
(a) Replacing India’s commitments under WTO
(b) Enhancing trade diversification, energy security, and investment flows
(c) Limiting trade relations only to hydrocarbons
(d) Reducing domestic manufacturing under Make in India
8. Article 41 of the Indian Constitution relates to which of the following?
(a) Right to Freedom of Religion
(b) Right to Work, Education and Public Assistance in certain cases
(c) Equal Justice and Free Legal Aid
(d) Promotion of International Peace and Security
9. With reference to the Sahitya Akademi Awards, consider the following statements:
1. The awards are given for the most outstanding books of literary merit published in Indian languages recognised by the Akademi.
2. Along with the 22 languages listed in the Eighth Schedule, English and Rajasthani are also recognised by the Sahitya Akademi.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
10. Exercise Desert Cyclone, recently seen in the news, is a joint military exercise conducted between India and which of the following countries?
(a) Saudi Arabia
(b) United Arab Emirates
(c) Oman
(d) Qatar
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (19-12-2025):
1. Answer: (a)
2. Answer: (c)
3. Answer: (d)
4. Answer: (b)
5. Answer: (b)
6. Answer: (c)
7. Answer: (b)
8. Answer: (b)
9. Answer: (c)
10. Answer: (b)
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