1. The Global Plastic Treaty was initiated under the aegis of:
(a) United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA)
(b) Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
(c) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
(d) World Trade Organization (WTO)
2. Consider the following statements regarding Shibu Soren:
1. He co-founded the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha along with A.K. Roy and Binod Bihari Mahato.
2. He served as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand only once.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 Only
(b) 2 Only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) None
3. Consider the following objectives of the proposed Global Plastics Treaty:
1. Regulating hazardous chemicals used in plastics
2. Phasing out all fossil-fuel-based polymers by 2025
3. This treaty encourages a circular economy model.
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) All three
4. Consider the following statements about Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB):
1. It is a statutory body constituted under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
2. It has developed the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
3. It can impose environmental compensation only after subordinate legislation is framed.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 3 only
(d) All three
5. Consider the following pairs:
Force Primary Function
CRPF Counter-insurgency & internal security
ITBP India–Pakistan border security
NSG Anti-terrorism and hostage rescue
Assam Rifles Maritime security and coastal patrol
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
6. Consider the following statements about Article 370:
1. It granted special autonomy to the State of Jammu and Kashmir.
2. Article 370 was abrogated through a constitutional amendment under Article 368.
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
7. Myanmar shares its international borders with which of the following countries?
1. China
2. Thailand
3. Laos
4. Cambodia
5. Bangladesh
6. India
Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 6 only
(b) 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 only
(c) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
(d) All six
8. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Battery Waste Management Rules (BWMR), 2022:
1. The rules impose Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) on manufacturers to collect and recycle used batteries.
2. The rules prohibit the use of recyclable materials in battery manufacturing.
3. The rules promote environmentally sound management of battery waste through a digital tracking system.
Select the answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
9. Consider the following with reference to the neighbouring Indian states of Bangladesh:
1. West Bengal shares the longest border with Bangladesh among all Indian states.
2. Sikkim shares a short border with Bangladesh in the north.
3. Tripura is almost entirely surrounded by Bangladesh on three sides.
How many of the above is/are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
10. Consider the following statements regarding the PM Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY):
1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
2. Benefits under the scheme are applicable usually for the first live birth.
3. ₹6,000 is provided in a lump sum to all pregnant women under the scheme.
4. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (05-08-2025):
1. Answer: (a)
2. Answer: (a)
3. Answer: (a)
4. Answer: (a)
5. Answer: (b)
6. Answer: (a)
7. Answer: (b)
8. Answer: (c)
9. Answer: (b)
10. Answer: (b)
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