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Question 61Question →

With reference to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), consider the following statements:

1. It is a permanent intergovernmental international organization.
2. The official working languages of the SCO are English and French.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: 1 only

Answer

1 only
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is a permanent intergovernmental international organization announced in 2001. Its official and working languages are Russian and Chinese, making the statement specifying English and French incorrect.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate Statement 1 regarding the organizational status of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
Statement 1 is correct. The SCO is a permanent intergovernmental international organization founded in Shanghai on June 15, 2001.
Its charter defines its status as a permanent intergovernmental body.
2
Evaluate Statement 2 regarding the official working languages of the SCO.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The official and working languages of the SCO are Russian and Chinese.
English and French are working languages of bodies like the United Nations, but not the SCO.

Key Concept

Organizational Framework and Official Languages of Multilateral Bodies (SCO)
Question 62Question →

Which of the following statements regarding the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) are correct?

Select all that apply

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Answer: Its permanent Secretariat is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh.; It was established through the Bangkok Declaration in June 1997.

Answer

The correct statements are that the permanent Secretariat of BIMSTEC is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and that the regional bloc was established through the Bangkok Declaration in June 1997.
The statements confirming that BIMSTEC's permanent Secretariat is situated in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and that it was established via the Bangkok Declaration in June 1997 are accurate historical and administrative facts.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the headquarters location of BIMSTEC
Confirm that the BIMSTEC Secretariat is situated in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Verifying institutional facts regarding multilateral regional organizations.
2
Review the founding charter and founding year
Confirm that BIMSTEC was formed via the Bangkok Declaration on June 6, 1997.
Checking the historical establishment background.
3
Examine member state composition and regional distribution
Identify that out of 7 members (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand), 5 are in South Asia and 2 are in Southeast Asia, excluding Pakistan.
Disproving statements claiming exclusive South Asian membership or Pakistan's inclusion.

Key Concept

Institutional structure, history, and membership composition of BIMSTEC
Question 63Question →

The New Development Bank (NDB), established by the BRICS group of nations to mobilize resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in emerging economies, has its headquarters located in which of the following cities?

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Answer: Shanghai

Answer

Shanghai
The New Development Bank (NDB) was formally established under the Fortaleza Agreement signed during the 6th BRICS Summit in 2014. The treaty stipulated Shanghai, China, as the official headquarters of the institution.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the multilateral financial institution created by the BRICS alliance
The institution is the New Development Bank (NDB), agreed upon during the 6th BRICS Summit in Fortaleza (2014).
Establishing the target organization helps trace its founding secretariat and permanent headquarters.
2
Recall the designated permanent headquarters city for the NDB
The agreement specified Shanghai, China, as the permanent headquarters of the New Development Bank.
Connecting international organizations to their headquarters is a core requirement of multilateral awareness.

Key Concept

Headquarters of Multilateral Development Banks
Estimated Time:45s
Question 64Question →

Match the following multilateral organizations and international bodies with their respective headquarters locations:

Click a left item, then click its matching right item

Items

International Court of Justice (ICJ)
World Trade Organization (WTO)
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

Matches

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Answer

The correct matches are: International Court of Justice (ICJ) matches with The Hague, Netherlands; World Trade Organization (WTO) matches with Geneva, Switzerland; International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) matches with Vienna, Austria; and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) matches with Jakarta, Indonesia.
Each organization is matched accurately with its permanent administrative headquarters: ICJ operates from The Hague, WTO operates from Geneva, IAEA operates from Vienna, and ASEAN operates from its secretariat in Jakarta.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the headquarters of the judicial organ of the UN, ICJ.
The ICJ is situated at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands.
It is the only principal organ of the United Nations located outside New York.
2
Identify the headquarters of the WTO.
The WTO headquarters is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
Geneva hosts numerous global trade, health, and economic governance bodies.
3
Identify the headquarters of the nuclear watchdog agency, IAEA.
The IAEA is based in Vienna, Austria.
Vienna is a major hub for international specialized agencies including UNIDO and IAEA.
4
Identify the headquarters of the regional group, ASEAN.
The ASEAN Secretariat is situated in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Jakarta serves as the diplomatic capital of the Southeast Asian regional block.

Key Concept

Headquarters and secretariats of major international organizations and multilateral bodies.
Question 65Question →

Which international regional organization was officially inducted as a permanent member of the G20 during the New Delhi G20 Summit?

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Answer: African Union

Answer

The African Union was officially admitted as a permanent member of the G20.
During the New Delhi G20 Summit, the African Union (AU) was officially admitted as a permanent member, becoming the second regional organization after the European Union to join the G20.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Recall major institutional decisions made during the 18th G20 Leaders' Summit in New Delhi.
The G20 consensus formally admitted the 55-member African Union as a permanent member of the grouping.
This expanded the representation of developing nations and the Global South in key multilateral economic dialogues.

Key Concept

G20 Summit Outcomes and Multilateral Membership Expansion
Estimated Time:45s
Question 66Question →

Which of the following statements regarding the International Solar Alliance (ISA) are correct?

Select all that apply

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Answer: It was launched jointly by India and France at the COP21 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris.; Its Secretariat is headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana, India.

Answer

The correct statements are that the International Solar Alliance was launched jointly by India and France at COP21 in Paris, and its Secretariat is headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana, India.
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is an action-oriented intergovernmental platform launched jointly by India and France at COP21 in Paris (2015). Its Secretariat is hosted in Gurugram, India.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the origin and founding leadership of the International Solar Alliance (ISA).
ISA was launched jointly by India and France during the COP21 summit in Paris in November 2015.
Verifying founding historical facts confirms the joint initiative of India and France.
2
Identify the official headquarters location of the ISA Secretariat.
The permanent Secretariat of the ISA is located in Gurugram, Haryana, India.
Confirming the host location establishes Gurugram as the headquarters.
3
Verify membership criteria and governance structure.
Membership was expanded via an amendment to include all UN member states, and ISA functions independently of WMO.
This invalidates claims regarding strict tropical geography restrictions or external UN agency jurisdiction.

Key Concept

Founding background, headquarters, and open membership provisions of the International Solar Alliance (ISA).
Question 67Question →

Match the following multilateral initiatives and partnerships with their primary mandate or focus area:

Click a left item, then click its matching right item

Items

Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA)
International Solar Alliance (ISA)
Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)
Mineral Security Partnership (MSP)

Matches

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Answer

The Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) matches with promoting global adoption and trade in sustainable biofuels; the International Solar Alliance (ISA) matches with mobilizing investment and technology deployment for solar energy; the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) matches with promoting climate resilience in physical infrastructure; and the Mineral Security Partnership (MSP) matches with securing supply chains for critical minerals.
Each international alliance or partnership is matched directly to its primary global mandate: GBA to biofuels, ISA to solar energy deployment, CDRI to infrastructure resilience against disasters, and MSP to critical mineral supply chains.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the primary operational scope of the Global Biofuels Alliance.
GBA focuses on sustainable biofuels trade and standard development.
It is an international platform dedicated to boosting biofuel consumption and technology.
2
Analyze the mandate of the International Solar Alliance.
ISA focuses on scaling up solar energy deployment.
Its core purpose is to remove barriers to solar energy adoption.
3
Determine the focus of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure.
CDRI focuses on climate and disaster resilience in infrastructure.
It promotes ecological and structural safety across national infrastructure projects.
4
Determine the mandate of the Mineral Security Partnership.
MSP focuses on critical raw materials and mineral supply chains.
It seeks to ensure stable global supplies of key minerals required for energy technology.

Key Concept

Core mandates of major multilateral partnerships and clean energy initiatives
Question 68Question →

Match the following state welfare schemes with their primary objective or target beneficiary group:

Click a left item, then click its matching right item

Items

Rythu Bandhu Scheme (Telangana)
Kanyashree Prakalpa (West Bengal)
Kalika Chetharike (Karnataka)
Mukhya Mantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (Gujarat)

Matches

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Answer

Rythu Bandhu Scheme pairs with Direct financial assistance for agriculture investment support to farmers; Kanyashree Prakalpa pairs with Conditional cash transfers to encourage female secondary education and reduce child marriage; Kalika Chetharike pairs with Learning enhancement and post-pandemic learning loss recovery for primary students; Mukhya Mantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana pairs with Financial aid and scholarships for economically weaker students in higher education.
Each scheme is accurately paired with its intended objective: Rythu Bandhu provides agricultural input financial assistance in Telangana, Kanyashree Prakalpa incentivizes female education in West Bengal, Kalika Chetharike addresses foundational learning recovery in Karnataka schools, and Mukhya Mantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana grants higher education support in Gujarat.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the primary sector and target beneficiary of each state scheme.
Rythu Bandhu targets farmers; Kanyashree Prakalpa targets adolescent girls; Kalika Chetharike targets school learning loss; Mukhya Mantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana targets higher education students.
Understanding the core domain of state welfare policies is necessary for accurate categorization.
2
Match each scheme on the left with its corresponding description on the right.
Pair Rythu Bandhu with farmer investment support, Kanyashree Prakalpa with girl child education/welfare, Kalika Chetharike with learning recovery, and Mukhya Mantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana with higher education scholarships.
Aligning state flagship programs to their exact official mandates resolves the matching task.

Key Concept

State-Specific Welfare Schemes and Policy Objectives
Question 69Question →

Consider the following statements regarding the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC):

1. India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Mauritius are founding member states that signed its Founding Charter and Secretariat Memorandum of Understanding.
2. The permanent Secretariat of the Conclave is hosted in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
3. The pillars of cooperation under the CSC framework include monetary integration and tariff deregulation among Indian Ocean littoral states.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: 1 and 2 only

Answer

The correct response consists of statements 1 and 2 only.
The correct answer identifies statements 1 and 2 as accurate. The Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) was formally structured with the signing of its Founding Charter and Secretariat MoU in Colombo, Sri Lanka by member states India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Mauritius. Statement 3 misidentifies its core mandate, which is security-centric rather than economic.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze Statement 1 regarding membership and founding instruments.
Statement 1 is correct.
India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Mauritius officially signed the Founding Charter and the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing the Colombo Security Conclave as a formal multilateral body.
2
Analyze Statement 2 regarding headquarters location.
Statement 2 is correct.
The permanent Secretariat of the Colombo Security Conclave is located in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
3
Analyze Statement 3 regarding core thematic pillars.
Statement 3 is incorrect.
The five core pillars of cooperation under the CSC framework are: Maritime Safety and Security, Countering Terrorism and Radicalization, Combating Transnational Crime, Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Protection, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR). It does not handle monetary policy or tariff deregulation.

Key Concept

Founding Charter, Secretariat location, and thematic security pillars of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC).
Question 70Question →

Consider the following statements regarding the 'Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana' launched by the Government of Madhya Pradesh:

1. It provides monthly direct benefit transfer (DBT) financial assistance to eligible women residents of the state.
2. The Department of Women and Child Development serves as the nodal implementing department for the scheme.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: Both 1 and 2

Answer

Both 1 and 2 are correct.
The option stating 'Both 1 and 2' is correct because the Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana provides monthly financial support directly into the bank accounts of eligible resident women and is administered by the Department of Women and Child Development.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate Statement 1 regarding the benefit transfer mechanism of the Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana.
Statement 1 is correct as the scheme transfers monthly financial assistance directly to targeted women beneficiaries.
Direct benefit transfers aim to foster economic self-reliance and financial inclusion among women.
2
Evaluate Statement 2 regarding the implementing administrative body.
Statement 2 is correct as the Department of Women and Child Development oversees administrative execution.
State welfare initiatives targeted at female beneficiaries fall under the purview of the Women and Child Development Department.

Key Concept

State-Specific Current Events, Welfare Schemes, and Policies
Question 71Question →

Consider the following statements regarding the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF):

1. It was established as a traditional multilateral free trade agreement focused on tariff reductions and market access commitments among member states.
2. The framework is structured around four key pillars: Trade, Supply Chains, Clean Economy, and Fair Economy.
3. India has joined negotiations for all four pillars of the framework.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: 2 only

Answer

2 only
The option selecting statement 2 only is correct because IPEF is organized into four pillars (Trade, Supply Chains, Clean Economy, Fair Economy). It is not a traditional tariff-reducing free trade agreement, and India selectively opted out of the Trade Pillar while joining the remaining three pillars.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze Statement 1 regarding the nature of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF).
Statement 1 is incorrect.
IPEF is an economic initiative launched by the United States and partner nations in May 2022. Unlike traditional free trade agreements (FTAs), it explicitly does not involve negotiations on tariff cuts or preferential market access.
2
Analyze Statement 2 regarding the structural pillars of IPEF.
Statement 2 is correct.
IPEF is built on four distinct policy pillars: Pillar I (Trade), Pillar II (Supply Chains), Pillar III (Clean Economy), and Pillar IV (Fair Economy, covering tax and anti-corruption).
3
Analyze Statement 3 regarding India's participation status across the pillars.
Statement 3 is incorrect.
India joined and signed agreements for Pillars II, III, and IV, but decided to opt out of Pillar I (Trade) negotiations over concerns regarding binding commitments on digital commerce, labor laws, environment, and agriculture.
4
Combine the evaluations to select the correct option.
Only statement 2 is correct.
Matching statement 2 only yields the required correct response.

Key Concept

Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Pillars and Participation
Estimated Time:1m 30s
Question 72Question →

National Science Day is celebrated across India on February 28 every year to commemorate which major scientific achievement?

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Answer: The discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C. V. Raman

Answer

National Science Day is celebrated to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C. V. Raman.
The option stating the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C. V. Raman is correct because Sir C. V. Raman discovered the phenomenon of light scattering (Raman Effect) on February 28, 1928, leading to the designation of this date as National Science Day in India.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the significance of February 28 in Indian national observances.
February 28 is designated as National Science Day in India.
The National Council for Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC) proposed celebrating February 28 to honor Sir C. V. Raman's landmark discovery.
2
Associate the date with the specific scientific achievement.
Sir C. V. Raman announced the discovery of the 'Raman Effect' on February 28, 1928.
This discovery brought India its first Nobel Prize in science in 1930.

Key Concept

National Science Day and its historical significance
Question 73Question →

With reference to prestigious international awards and honors frequently featured in current affairs, consider the following statements:

1. The Abel Prize is awarded annually by the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters for outstanding contributions to the field of mathematics.
2. The Ramon Magsaysay Award, often regarded as Asia's equivalent of the Nobel Prize, recognizes individuals and organizations in Asia for selfless service and transformative leadership.
3. The Booker Prize is open to novels written in any language as long as they are translated into English and published in the United Kingdom or Ireland.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: 1 and 2 only

Answer

1 and 2 only
Statements 1 and 2 present factual details about the Abel Prize (mathematics, awarded by the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters) and the Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asia's premier prize for transformative leadership). Statement 3 incorrectly states that the Booker Prize accepts translated works; that rule applies specifically to the International Booker Prize.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate Statement 1 regarding the Abel Prize
Statement 1 is correct. The Abel Prize was established by the Parliament of Norway in 2001 and is awarded annually by the King of Norway to outstanding mathematicians based on recommendations by the Abel Committee.
The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters administers and awards the Abel Prize.
2
Evaluate Statement 2 regarding the Ramon Magsaysay Award
Statement 2 is correct. Established in 1957 in memory of Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay, it celebrates greatness of spirit and transformative leadership across Asia.
It is widely referred to as Asia's Nobel Prize.
3
Evaluate Statement 3 regarding the Booker Prize rules
Statement 3 is incorrect. The standard Booker Prize is awarded for a single novel originally written in English and published in the UK or Ireland. The International Booker Prize is a separate annual award for a single book translated into English.
Conflating original English literature (Booker Prize) with translated works (International Booker Prize) is a common distinction tested in State PSC examinations.

Key Concept

Distinction between major global and regional awards, their conferring bodies, and eligibility criteria
Question 74Question →

Consider the following statements regarding major observances and commemorative days designated in India:

1. National Handloom Day is observed annually on August 7 to commemorate the formal launch of the Swadeshi Movement in 1905.
2. National Startup Day is celebrated on January 16 to recognize and encourage the spirit of entrepreneurship across the country.
3. Veer Baal Diwas is observed on December 26 to pay homage to the martyrdom of the Sahibzadas, the sons of Guru Gobind Singh.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Answer: 1, 2 and 3

Answer

All three statements (1, 2, and 3) are correct.
The option selecting '1, 2 and 3' is correct because all three statements accurately state the designated dates and historical/administrative significance of National Handloom Day (August 7), National Startup Day (January 16), and Veer Baal Diwas (December 26).

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze Statement 1
Statement 1 is correct.
National Handloom Day is celebrated on August 7 every year to mark the launch of the Swadeshi Movement on August 7, 1905 at the Calcutta Town Hall.
2
Analyze Statement 2
Statement 2 is correct.
In 2022, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared January 16 as National Startup Day to celebrate Indian startup ecosystem achievements.
3
Analyze Statement 3
Statement 3 is correct.
December 26 is officially observed as Veer Baal Diwas to commemorate the courage and martyrdom of Sahibzada Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh.

Key Concept

Important National Observances and Historical Commemorations of India
Estimated Time:1m 30s
Question 75Question →

Consider the following statements regarding key fiscal deficit terms and indicators used in the Union Budget of India:

1. Revenue Deficit refers to the excess of total expenditure (including capital expenditure) over total non-borrowed receipts.
2. Effective Revenue Deficit is calculated by deducting grants given to states for the creation of capital assets from the Revenue Deficit.
3. Primary Deficit is measured as Fiscal Deficit minus interest payments.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: 2 and 3 only

Answer

Statements 2 and 3 are correct.
The correct answer includes statements 2 and 3. Effective Revenue Deficit adjusts the Revenue Deficit by deducting capital-building grants to states, while Primary Deficit subtracts interest payments from the Fiscal Deficit.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate Statement 1 regarding Revenue Deficit
Statement 1 is incorrect.
Revenue Deficit is defined strictly as the difference between total revenue expenditure and total revenue receipts. The excess of total expenditure over non-borrowed receipts represents the Fiscal Deficit.
2
Evaluate Statement 2 regarding Effective Revenue Deficit
Statement 2 is correct.
Effective Revenue Deficit was introduced to reflect that a portion of central revenue grants spent by states actually contributes to capital asset formation.
3
Evaluate Statement 3 regarding Primary Deficit
Statement 3 is correct.
Primary Deficit equals Fiscal Deficit minus interest payments, indicating the government's borrowing requirement for current fiscal operations excluding debt servicing obligations.

Key Concept

Fiscal Deficit Definitions and Budgetary Balance Concepts
Estimated Time:1m 15s
Question 76Question →

The Economic Survey of India regularly reviews price trends and inflation dynamics across the country. Which official agency is responsible for compiling and releasing the Consumer Price Index (CPI) combined inflation data in India?

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Answer: National Statistical Office (NSO)

Answer

National Statistical Office (NSO)
The National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is the designated authority that compiles and releases the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Combined data monthly in India.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the official statistical agency responsible for retail price index compilation in India.
The National Statistical Office (NSO), operating under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), measures and publishes consumer price inflation.
Economic Survey indicators credit MoSPI/NSO for monthly CPI releases covering rural, urban, and combined sectors.

Key Concept

Releasing agencies for Indian price indices (CPI vs WPI)
Estimated Time:45s
Question 77Question →

Which city served as the host venue for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28)?

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Answer: Dubai

Answer

Dubai served as the host city for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, hosted the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in late 2023, where member states negotiated global climate policy and conducted the first Global Stocktake under the Paris Agreement.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the host location of COP28.
COP28 took place at Expo City Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) rotates annual summits among regional groups, with the UAE presiding over the 2023 session.

Key Concept

Host Venues of Major International Summits and Conferences in News
Question 78Question →

Consider the following statements regarding the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP):

1. It is a multilateral initiative led by the United States to accelerate the development of diverse and sustainable critical energy minerals supply chains.
2. India joined the Minerals Security Partnership as its 14th member country.
3. It is a formal, treaty-based international organization established under the administrative oversight of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: 1 and 2 only

Answer

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) is a US-led multilateral coalition formed to secure supply chains of critical energy minerals. India became the 14th member state. It is an informal state-led initiative, not a UNEP treaty-based organ.
The combination stating '1 and 2 only' is correct because the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) is an initiative led by the US Department of State to bolster resilient critical mineral supply chains (such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel). India joined as the 14th member state in June 2023. MSP is not a treaty-based UN organization.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate Statement 1 regarding MSP's core objective and leadership
Statement 1 is correct. MSP was launched in 2022 by the US alongside partner countries to catalyze public and private investment in critical mineral supply chains globally.
Verifying the foundational mandate and lead nation of the partnership.
2
Evaluate Statement 2 regarding India's membership
Statement 2 is correct. India joined the Minerals Security Partnership in June 2023 during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to the US, becoming its 14th member.
Checking official accession records and member counts of key global forums.
3
Evaluate Statement 3 regarding institutional architecture and UN affiliation
Statement 3 is incorrect. MSP is an ambitious diplomatic partnership of nations, not a treaty-based United Nations agency or a UNEP body.
Distinguishing between informal plurilateral arrangements and formal UN specialized agencies.

Key Concept

Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) Mandate and Institutional Framework
Question 79Question →

Consider the following statements regarding major international awards and honors:

1. The Abel Prize, awarded annually by the King of Norway, recognizes outstanding scientific achievements in the field of Mathematics.
2. The Ramon Magsaysay Award, often regarded as Asia's equivalent of the Nobel Prize, is administered from Manila, Philippines.
3. The Goldman Environmental Prize specifically honors individuals for grassroots achievement in environmental protection across six continental regions.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Answer: 1, 2 and 3

Answer

All three statements (1, 2, and 3) are correct.
The statement set correctly reflects all true facts: Statement 1 accurately captures the Abel Prize (Norway, Mathematics), Statement 2 correctly details the Ramon Magsaysay Award (Philippines, Asian leadership), and Statement 3 accurately describes the Goldman Environmental Prize (Green Nobel, 6 global regions). Therefore, the option containing statements 1, 2, and 3 is the correct response.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate Statement 1 regarding the Abel Prize.
Statement 1 is correct.
The Abel Prize was modeled after the Nobel Prize to recognize extraordinary mathematical work. It is presented annually in Oslo by the King of Norway.
2
Evaluate Statement 2 regarding the Ramon Magsaysay Award.
Statement 2 is correct.
Named after the 7th President of the Philippines, the Ramon Magsaysay Award honors greatness of spirit and transformative leadership in Asia, administered out of Manila.
3
Evaluate Statement 3 regarding the Goldman Environmental Prize.
Statement 3 is correct.
Known as the 'Green Nobel', the Goldman Environmental Prize recognizes grassroots environmental heroes from six geographic regions: Africa, Asia, Europe, Island Nations & Island States, North America, and South & Central America.

Key Concept

International Awards, Field Domains, and Sponsoring Bodies
Question 80Question →

Consider the following statements regarding major international observances established by the United Nations:

Statement I: World Water Day is observed annually on March 22 to highlight the importance of freshwater, with UN-Water serving as the global coordinating mechanism.
Statement II: World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5 and was established by the United Nations General Assembly during the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment in 1972.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

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Answer: Both Statement I and Statement II

Answer

Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
Both statements are correct. World Water Day is celebrated globally on March 22 with UN-Water coordinating the effort. World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5 and was established by the UN General Assembly during the landmark 1972 Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate Statement I about World Water Day.
Statement I is correct. World Water Day was declared by the UN General Assembly in 1993 and is celebrated annually on March 22, with UN-Water serving as the inter-agency coordination mechanism.
Verifying official United Nations international observances and dates.
2
Evaluate Statement II about World Environment Day.
Statement II is correct. World Environment Day was established by the UN General Assembly in 1972 on the first day of the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment, and it has been celebrated annually on June 5 since 1973.
Verifying the historical establishing convention and annual date.
3
Select the option that confirms the validity of both statements.
The option stating that both Statement I and Statement II are correct is chosen.
Both statements present correct factual details.

Key Concept

International Observances, Dates, and Designating Frameworks
Estimated Time:1m 0s
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