1. Consider the following organisms:
- Fish
- Shrimp
- Oyster
- Seaweed
- Lotus
How many of the above, when cultivated under controlled conditions, can be classified as aquaculture?
(a) Only two
(b) Only three
(c) Only four
(d) All five
2. Consider the following technologies:
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES)
- Nuclear Power Plants
Which of the above can help address challenges arising from the large-scale integration of solar and wind energy into the electricity grid?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
3. With reference to “BGP Hijacking”, recently seen in the news, which one of the following best describes it?
(a) A cyberattack that encrypts data and demands ransom from users
(b) A technique in which internet traffic is misdirected by falsely advertising the route to a website or online service
(c) A method used to block access to websites through government firewalls
(d) A technology used to improve internet speed by compressing data packets
4. With reference to the Gulf of Kutch Marine Sanctuary, consider the following statements:
- It is India’s first Marine National Park.
- It is located along the Jamnagar coast in the intertidal zone.
- Marine national parks and sanctuaries in India are protected under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
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
5. Consider the following statements regarding Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs):
- A GLOF occurs when a naturally dammed glacial lake suddenly releases its stored water.
- Expansion of a glacial lake’s surface area is sufficient to confirm an imminent GLOF risk.
- GLOFs can be triggered by ice avalanches, earthquakes, intense rainfall, and rapid glacial melting.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
6. Which one of the following best describes the difference between a fresh issue and an Offer for Sale (OFS) in an IPO?
(a) In a fresh issue, existing shareholders sell their shares; in OFS, the company issues new shares.
(b) Both fresh issue and OFS result in new shares being created and listed on the stock exchange.
(c) OFS is filed with SEBI while a fresh issue does not require SEBI approval.
(d) In a fresh issue, the company creates new shares and receives the capital; in OFS, existing shareholders sell shares and the company receives no proceeds.
7. With reference to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), consider the following statements:
- FATF is a specialised agency of the United Nations headquartered in Paris.
- India became a full member of FATF in 2010.
- FATF’s Black List refers to high-risk jurisdictions subject to a call for action and possible countermeasures.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
8. Consider the following statements regarding Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA):
- APEDA was established under the APEDA Act, 1985 and functions under the Ministry of Agriculture.
- APEDA promotes exports of both agricultural and processed food products.
- Fresh fruit exports facilitated by APEDA must comply with phytosanitary measures and residue limits.
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
9. With reference to the Turquoise Nexus Initiative, consider the following statements:
- It is a joint initiative of the incoming COP31 Presidency of Türkiye and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
- It aims to integrate food security, water management, and climate adaptation strategies within NDCs and national climate plans.
- It works in partnership with the FAST Partnership to channel climate finance to farmers and smallholders.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
10. With reference to the constitutional basis of the Right to Walk in India, consider the following statements:
- Article 19(1)(d) provides the direct constitutional basis for the right to move freely throughout the territory of India.
- Article 21 has been judicially interpreted to include safe movement and quality of life.
- The Constitution explicitly mentions the “Right to Walk” as a Fundamental Right.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (20-06-2026):
1. Answer: D
2. Answer: D
3. Answer: B
4. Answer: A
5. Answer: C
6. Answer: D
7. Answer: C
8. Answer: B
9. Answer: D
10. Answer: B
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