1. Consider the following statements about PMKVY:
- It is a flagship skill development scheme of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
- It was launched to provide industry-relevant skill training to youth.
- Concerns have been raised about poor placement outcomes and mismatch with market demand.
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
2. The Urban Heat Island effect is mainly caused by:
(a) Higher forest density in cities
(b) Concrete surfaces, vehicles, poor ventilation and loss of green cover
(c) Excess rainfall in rural areas
(d) Complete absence of human activity in cities
3. Consider the following categories:
- Refugees
- Internally Displaced Persons
- Asylum seekers
- Foreign Portfolio Investors
How many of the above are categories related to displacement crises?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
4. The term double burden of malnutrition refers to:
(a) Coexistence of undernutrition and overnutrition in the same population
(b) Complete absence of both hunger and obesity
(c) Malnutrition caused only by infectious diseases
(d) Overnutrition only among elderly people
5. NCQG, in the context of climate negotiations, refers to:
(a) National Carbon Quality Guidelines
(b) New Collective Quantified Goal on climate finance
(c) National Climate Quota for Greenhouse gases
(d) Net Carbon Quality Grid
6. Which of the following best describes maladaptation?
(a) Climate action that reduces long-term vulnerability
(b) Short-term solution that increases long-term climate risk
(c) Complete absence of adaptation planning
(d) Natural protection provided by mangroves
7. Consider the following statements about PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana:
- It promotes rooftop solar installations for households.
- It is associated with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
- It supports decentralised renewable energy generation.
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
8. Consider the following statements about Venezuela:
- It is located on the northern coast of South America.
- Its capital is Caracas.
- It is known for large proven crude oil reserves.
- It is a landlocked country.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
9. Which of the following places are associated with the strategically important Sikkim–Doklam region?
- Nathu La
- Cho La
- Chumbi Valley
- Doklam
Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
10. With reference to the revised Index of Industrial Production (IIP) series with base year 2022–23, consider the following statements:
- Electricity generation is now tracked separately for renewable and non-renewable sources.
- Mining data are separately compiled for fuel minerals, metallic minerals and non-metallic minerals.
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 (05-06-2026):
1. Answer: D
2. Answer: B
3. Answer: C
4. Answer: A
5. Answer: B
6. Answer: B
7. Answer: D
8. Answer: C
9. Answer: D
10. Answer: C
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