1. With reference to the institutional arrangements for reporting cybercrime in India, consider the following statements:
- The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre functions as an attached office of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- Submission of a complaint on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal is, by itself, equivalent to registration of a First Information Report.
- Information concerning a cognizable offence may be given to a police station irrespective of where that offence was committed.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
2. A vaccine combines antigens against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B and Haemophilus influenzae type b with an inactivated vaccine against another disease. The sixth disease is:
(a) Japanese encephalitis
(b) Rotavirus diarrhoea
(c) Pneumococcal disease
(d) Poliomyelitis
3. Which one of the following best describes the distinction between sewerage and septage management?
(a) Sewerage manages industrial effluents, whereas septage management deals with municipal solid waste.
(b) Sewerage manages storm-water drains, whereas septage management treats wastewater from industries.
(c) Sewerage uses a network to convey wastewater, whereas septage management handles sludge accumulated in onsite systems.
(d) Sewerage relates to urban settlements, whereas septage management is restricted to rural settlements.
4. Consider the following statements regarding the institutional and funding mechanisms under AMRUT 2.0:
Statement-I: Central assistance funds under the mission are released directly to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to ensure speedier execution of projects.
Statement-II: The State High Powered Steering Committee (SHPSC), headed by the Chief Secretary of the respective State, is responsible for overall supervision and monitoring of the scheme at the state level.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
5. With reference to Zero FIR, consider the following statements:
- It can be registered at any police station irrespective of territorial jurisdiction.
- It is applicable only in cases of cybercrime.
- After registration, the FIR is transferred to the police station having jurisdiction.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
6. Consider the following statements:
- The Enforcement Directorate functions under the Ministry of Finance.
- Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 investigations begin only after a scheduled offence exists.
- PMLA was enacted to regulate banking transactions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3
7. What is/are the purpose of ‘District Mineral Foundations” in India?
- Promoting mineral explorative activities in mineral-rich districts
- Protecting the interests of the persons affected by mining operations
- Authorizing State Governments to issue licenses for mineral exploration
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
8. With reference to the Outer Space Treaty (1967), consider the following statements:
- It prohibits national appropriation of celestial bodies.
- It mandates detailed rules for lunar debris management.
- It promotes peaceful use of outer space.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1,2 and 3
9. With reference to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), consider the following statements:
- It is a permanent intergovernmental organization of oil-exporting developing countries.
- OPEC headquarters is Vienna, Austria.
- Russia is a member of OPEC.
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
10. With reference to the Western Ghats Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA) debate, consider the following statements:
- The Western Ghats span the States of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
- The ESA proposal seeks to restrict environmentally destructive activities such as mining, quarrying and heavy infrastructure in ecologically fragile areas.
- Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESAs) are notified under the Indian Forest Act, 1927.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (05-08-2026):
1. Answer: A
2. Answer: D
3. Answer: C
4. Answer: D
5. Answer: A
6. Answer: A
7. Answer: B
8. Answer: A
9. Answer: A
10. Answer: A
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