1. With reference to the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS), consider the following statements:
1. It is a voluntary initiative launched by the Indian Navy in 2008 to enhance maritime cooperation among the littoral states of the Indian Ocean Region.
2. It is a treaty-based organization with permanent headquarters in Colombo.
3. The Republic of Korea has been recently welcomed as the latest observer in IONS.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
2. The Daruma doll, recently seen in news, primarily represents which of the following?
(a) Perseverance and goal-setting
(b) Wealth and prosperity
(c) Fertility and family well-being
(d) Protection from evil spirits
3. Consider the following statements regarding the composition of the Supreme Court of India:
1. The present sanctioned strength is 34 judges including the Chief Justice of India.
2. The Constitution fixes the number of Supreme Court judges.
3. The retirement age of a Supreme Court judge is 65 years.
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
4. With reference to the strength of the Supreme Court of India, consider the following statements:
1. The Parliament has the power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court.
2. The President of India can, by notification, increase the strength of the Supreme Court without parliamentary approval.
3. The maximum strength of the Supreme Court is fixed by the Constitution of India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
5. Consider the following statements about the India–Japan Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM):
1. It is based on Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement.
2. It enables carbon credit transfer between the two nations.
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1& 2
(d) None
6. Consider the following statements about the BioCARe scheme:
1. It was launched by the Department of Biotechnology in 2011.
2. It supports women scientists facing career breaks.
3. It is open to both men and women.
Which of the above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
7. Consider the following statements about Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS):
1. It provides cashless treatment for ex-servicemen and their dependents.
2. It covers both allopathy and AYUSH systems.
3. It is contributory in nature.
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 regarding Swachh Bharat Mission – Grameen (SBM-G):
1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of Jal Shakti with a general funding pattern of 60:40 between Centre and States.
2. Phase I (2014–2019) aimed at achieving Open Defecation Free (ODF) status by 2nd October 2019.
3. Under Phase II (2020–2025), the concept of ODF Plus villages focuses on solid & liquid waste management and visual cleanliness.
4. The GOBAR-DHAN scheme under SBM-G is exclusively meant for solid plastic waste management.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
9. With reference to the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, consider the following statements:
1. The Act defines dowry as any property or valuable security given or agreed to be given directly or indirectly in connection with marriage.
2. The Act makes both the giving and taking of dowry a punishable offence.
3. Demanding dowry, even if not actually given, is an offence under the Act.
4. The Act is applicable only to Hindus, but not to Muslims or Christians.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
10. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Brent Crude?
1. Brent Crude is a major benchmark for oil prices globally.
2. It is primarily extracted from the North Sea between the United Kingdom and Norway.
3. Brent Crude has a higher sulfur content compared to West Texas Intermediate (WTI).
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
ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (30-08-2025):
1. Answer: (b)
2. Answer: (a)
3. Answer: (c)
4. Answer: (a)
5. Answer: (c)
6. Answer: (a)
7. Answer: (a)
8. Answer: (a)
9. Answer: (a)
10. Answer: (a)
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