1. With reference to parliamentary procedures in India, which of the following best describes a ‘Substantive Motion’?
(a) A motion that depends on another motion for its meaning and validity.
(b) A self-contained, independent proposal drafted to express a definite opinion or will of the House.
(c) A motion moved in place of an original motion to offer an alternative resolution.
(d) A motion that allows for a brief discussion on a matter of urgent public importance without a vote.
2. With reference to the ‘Rafale’ fighter aircraft, consider the following statements:
1. It is a 5th generation multirole fighter capable of nuclear delivery.
2. The aircraft is manufactured by the European consortium Airbus Defence and Space.
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
3. How does the Consumer Price Index (Combined) differ from the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in India?
1. CPI measures price changes in both goods and services, whereas WPI measures only goods.
2. The WPI is released by the National Statistical Of-fice (NSO), while CPI is released by the Office of Economic Adviser (DPIIT).
3. In the new series, the CPI gives the highest weightage to manufactured products, similar to the WPI.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
4. Which of the following rivers originate from or flow through the Aravalli Range?
1. Luni
2. Sabarmati
3. Banas
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
5. With reference to the Horticulture Cluster Development Programme (CDP), consider the following statements:
1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme where the cost is shared between the Centre and States in a 60:40 ratio.
2. The National Horticulture Board (NHB) serves as the nodal agency for its implementation.
3. The programme aims to improve the exports of targeted horticulture crops by approximately 20%.
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
6. Match the Following – Instruments of Direct Democracy
List I (Instrument) List II
(Description)
A. Right to Recall 1. Citizens propose a bill to the legislature for enactment
B. Referendum 2. Electorate votes to accept or reject a proposed legislation
C. Initiative 3. Voters remove an elected representative before completion of term
D. Plebiscite 4. Vote conducted to decide issues of sovereignty or territorial status
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) A–3, B–2, C–1, D–4
(b) A–2, B–3, C–4, D–1
(c) A–3, B–1, C–2, D–4
(d) A–4, B–2, C–1, D–3
7. Which of the following social reforms were actively supported by the Arya Samaj?
1. Opposing the worship of murtis (images).
2. Promotion of female education and inter-caste marriages.
3. Abolition of the Chaturvarna system in its entirety.
4. Eradication of untouchability and child marriage.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1, 2, and 4 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
8. Consider the following items:
1. OTT Subscriptions
2. Internet Data Packs
3. Smartphones
4. Rural House Rent
Which of the items mentioned above are newly included or specifically updated in the CPI basket with the 2024 base year?
(a) 1, 2, and 3 only
(b) 2, 3, and 4 only
(c) 1 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
9. Match the Following – Labour Market Indicators
List I (Indicator) List II (Definition)
A. Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) 1. Number of employed persons per 1000 population
B. Worker Population Ratio (WPR) 2. Number of unemployed persons per 1000 persons in the labour force
C. Unemployment Rate (UR) 3. Number of persons in the labour force per 1000 population
D. Labour Force 4. Total number of employed and unemployed persons
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) A–3, B–1, C–2, D–4
(b) A–1, B–3, C–2, D–4
(c) A–3, B–2, C–1, D–4
(d) A–4, B–1, C–2, D–3
10. The “Unified Coalition for AMR Response,” recently mentioned in news, is primarily associated with which organization?
(a) G20 Health Working Group
(b) World Economic Forum (WEF)
(c) Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
(d) Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (13-02-2026):
1. Answer: (b)
2. Answer: (d)
3. Answer: (a)
4. Answer: (d)
5. Answer: (b)
6. Answer: (a)
7. Answer: (a)
8. Answer: (d)
9. Answer: (a)
10. Answer: (b)
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