1. The concept of a “no-fault liability compensation system” implies:
(a) Compensation is awarded only after proving negligence in a court of law
(b) Compensation is provided irrespective of proof of fault or negligence
(c) Compensation is limited only to cases involving government liability
(d) Compensation is granted only when criminal liability is established
2. With reference to delimitation in India, consider the following statements:
1. Article 82 provides for readjustment of seats in the Lok Sabha after every Census.
2. Article 170 deals with readjustment of seats in State Legislative Assemblies after every Census.
3. Delimitation is carried out by the Election Commission of India.
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
3. With reference to heatwaves in India, consider the following statements:
1. A heatwave is declared when the maximum temperature reaches at least 40°C in plains and 30°C in hilly regions.
2. A ‘severe heatwave’ is declared when the departure from normal temperature exceeds 6.4°C.
3. Coastal regions cannot be classified under heatwave conditions due to the moderating influence of the sea.
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
4. Keytruda (pembrolizumab) is best described as:
(a) An antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections
(b) A vaccine used for preventing cancer
(c) An immunotherapy drug that enhances the body’s immune response against cancer cells
(d) A hormone therapy used to regulate cancer growth.
5. With reference to the Sabarimala case and constitutional provisions on religious freedom, consider the following statements:
1. The Supreme Court in 2018 held that exclu-sion of women from Sabarimala temple is an essential religious practice protected under Article 25.
2. The Court ruled that devotees of Lord Ay-yappa constitute a separate religious de-nomination under Article 26.
3. Fundamental Rights under Articles 25–28 are subject to other Fundamental Rights in-cluding equality and non-discrimination.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
6. With reference to In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF), consider the following statements:
1. Fertilization of the ovum by sperm takes place outside the human body.
2. The embryo formed is directly implanted in-to the ovary for development.
3. IVF is a type of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) used to treat infertility.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
7. With reference to Zambia, consider the following countries:
1. Angola
2. Tanzania
3. Mozambique
4. South Africa
Which of the above countries share a land border with Zambia?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 4 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
8. With reference to the International Labour Organization (ILO) and labour standards, consider the following statements:
1. The ILO was established after the Second World War and is headquartered in Paris.
2. India has ratified the Forced Labour Conven-tion (1930) and the Abolition of Forced La-bour Convention (1957).
3. Forced labour includes situations where in-dividuals are compelled to work through co-ercion or threats without their free consent.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
9. With reference to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), consider the following:
Statement-I: CBAM imposes a carbon cost on imports of certain goods to prevent carbon leakage and protect climate goals.
Statement-II: It operates in alignment with the EU Emissions Trading System by requiring importers to purchase carbon certificates based on embedded emissions.
Which one of the following is correct?
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are true, and Statement II explains Statement I
(b) Both Statement I and Statement II are true, but Statement II does not explain Statement I
(c) Statement I is true, but Statement II is false
(d) Statement I is false, but Statement II is true
10. With reference to Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms in India, consider the following statements:
1. CAFE norms require automobile manufac-turers to maintain average fuel efficiency and CO₂ emissions within prescribed limits across their vehicle fleet.
2. These norms are implemented by the Bu-reau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the Ministry of Power.
3. CAFE-III proposes emission targets meas-ured in grams of CO₂ per kilometre, linked to vehicle weight.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (17-04-2026):
1. Answer: B,
2. Answer: A
3. Answer: B
4. Answer: C
5. Answer: A
6. Answer: C
7. Answer: A
8. Answer: C
9. Answer: A
10. Answer: D
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