1. Match the following types of economies with their correct target groups/features:
List I
(Type of Economy) List II (Focus Area)
A. Silver Economy 1. Marine resources and ocean-based sustainable development
B. Blue Economy 2. Environmentally sustainable and low-carbon growth
C. Green Economy 3. Flexible, platform-based employment without long-term contracts
D. Gig Economy 4. Goods and services catering to ageing population
Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) A–4, B–1, C–2, D–3
(b) A–1, B–2, C–3, D–4
(c) A–4, B–2, C–1, D–3
(d) A–3, B–1, C–2, D–4
2. With reference to the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, consider the following statements:
1. It connects the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden.
2. It lies between Yemen on the Arabian Pen-insula and Djibouti/Eritrea in Africa.
3. It forms a critical link in the maritime route connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Suez Canal.
4. It is one of the world’s important oil transit chokepoints for trade between Europe and Asia.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
3. With reference to the Śramaṇa traditions in ancient India, consider the following statements:
1. They rejected the authority of the Vedas and Brahmanical rituals.
2. They emphasized renunciation, asceticism, and individual spiritual effort.
3. All Sramana sects accepted the theory of karma and rebirth.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1, and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
4. Which of the following provisions ensures universal adult suffrage in India?
(a) Article 19
(b) Article 21
(c) Article 326
(d) Article 324
5. With reference to the Rice’s whale, consider the following statements:
1. It is a critically endangered marine mammal found exclusively in the Gulf of Mexico.
2. The primary threats to its survival include oil spills, ship strikes, noise pollution, and cli-mate change.
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
6. Which of the following factors can lead to depreciation of the Indian rupee?
1. Rise in crude oil prices
2. Increase in Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) inflows
3. Strengthening of US dollar globally
4. Decline in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
Select the correct answer:
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
7. With reference to the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India, consider the following statements:
1. It is enshrined as a Directive Principle of State Policy under Article 44 of the Consti-tution.
2. UCC aims to provide a common set of laws governing marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption for all citizens irrespective of religion.
3. The Supreme Court has consistently man-dated its immediate nationwide implemen-tation through judicial orders.
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
8. With reference to constitutional provisions on state reorganisation, consider the following statements:
1. Parliament has the power to alter the boundaries of states under Article 3.
2. Article 4 deals with supplemental provisions related to such reorganisation.
3. State legislature approval is mandatory for reorganisation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
9. With reference to disaster financing mechanisms in India, consider the following statements:
1. The National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) is used only when the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) of a State is insufficient to handle severe disasters.
2. A portion of SDRF can be used for local disasters as recommended by the Finance Commission.
3. The 16th Finance Commission uses a multiplicative Disaster Risk Index (DRI) combining hazard, exposure, and vulnerability.
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 exchange rate management in India, consider the following statements:
1. India follows a fixed exchange rate regime where RBI determines the rupee value.
2. In a managed float regime, RBI intervenes only to curb excessive volatility.
3. Persistent Current Account Deficit (CAD) can exert downward pressure on the rupee.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (02-04-2026):
1. Answer: (a)
2. Answer: (d)
3. Answer: (a)
4. Answer: (c)
5. Answer: (c)
6. Answer: (a)
7. Answer: (b)
8. Answer: (a)
9. Answer: (d)
10. Answer: (a)
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