1. With reference to ‘Drop-in biomaterials’, consider the following statements:
1. They are chemically identical to petroleum-based products.
2. They require entirely new infrastructure and disposal systems for industrial use.
3. Bio-PET is an example of a drop-in biomaterial.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 and 2 only
2. Biomaterials are increasingly used in drug delivery systems primarily because they can:
1. Enable controlled and sustained release of drugs
2. Reduce systemic toxicity
3. Be designed to degrade inside the body after drug release
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1 only
3. The term ‘Structural Divergence’ in the context of India’s trade refers to which of the following?
(a) The widening gap between the growth rates of the manufacturing sector and the services sector in India’s total export basket.
(b) A mismatch where growth in high-value export sectors (like electronics) remains heavily dependent on the import of critical intermediary components.
(c) The regulatory misalignment between India’s domestic labor standards and the sustainability requirements of its Western Free Trade partners.
(d) The geographical shift of trade volume from traditional Western markets toward emerging economies in the Global South.
4. Regarding Aditya-L1, consider the following statements:
1. It is located at the Sun–Earth Lagrange Point-1 (L1), approximately 1.5 million km from Earth.
2. The L1 point is situated between the Earth and the Moon to monitor lunar eclipses.
3. A spacecraft placed at L1 can observe the Sun continuously without any occultation or eclipses.
4. Aditya-L1 is placed in a halo orbit around L1 primarily to maintain stable continuous solar observation around a gravitationally unstable point.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
5. With reference to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), consider the following statements:
1. It is a military alliance based on the principle of collective defence, established by the Washington Treaty of 1949.
2. Article 5 of the treaty mandates that an armed attack against one or more members shall be considered an attack against them all.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) None
6. With reference to the Karthigai Deepam festival, consider the following statements:
1. Karthigai Deepam is predominantly celebrated in Tamil Nadu during the Tamil month of Karthigai, usually falling in November–December.
2. The festival is observed on Purnima when the moon aligns with the Karthigai star constellation and symbolises the victory of light over darkness.
3. Thiruparankundram, associated with the festival, is one of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu) of Lord Murugan.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
7. With reference to the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM), consider the following statements:
1. It seeks to create a unified national market for agricultural commodities by integrating existing APMC mandis through an electronic trading portal.
2. The Small Farmers’ Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC) is the lead implementing agency for e-NAM.
3. For a State to integrate its mandis with e-NAM, its APMC Act must provide for electronic trading, a single trading licence across the State, and a single point levy of market fee.
4. Participation of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) in all auctions conducted on e-NAM is mandatory under the scheme guidelines.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
8. With reference to India’s border with China, consider the following statements:
1. The total length of the India-China border (LAC) is approximately 3,488 km.
2. China shares a land border with four Indian States and one Union Territory.
3. The border is divided into three sectors: Western, Middle, and Eastern.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
9. Regarding the definition of a “terrorist act” and procedural provisions under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), consider the following statements:
1. The UAPA provides a specific statutory definition of a “terrorist act” under Section 15 of the Act.
2. Under UAPA, police custody can be extended up to 30 days, unlike the general limit of 15 days under the CrPC.
3. The maximum period for filing a charge sheet under UAPA can be extended up to 180 days if the court is satisfied with the progress of the investigation.
4. Extension of the charge sheet filing period under UAPA requires a report by the Public Prosecutor and approval of the court.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
10. Regarding India’s membership in these regimes, consider the following statements:
1. India is a member of the MTCR, the Wassenaar Arrangement, and the Australia Group.
2. India is currently a member of the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG).
3. China is a member of the NSG but not a member of the MTCR or the Wassenaar Arrangement.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (07-01-2026):
1. Answer: (a)
2. Answer: (c)
3. Answer: (b)
4. Answer: (b)
5. Answer: (c)
6. Answer: (d)
7. Answer: (b)
8. Answer: (d)
9. Answer: (c)
10. Answer: (c)
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