IAS/UPSC Coaching Institute  

Ques:1

Consider the following statements regarding the UMEED portal and Waqf property registration in India:

  1. UMEED stands for Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development.
  2. The portal aims to create a centralized digital database of Waqf properties with geo-tagging and proper documentation.
  3. All states in India have completed registration of more than 50% of their Waqf properties on the UMEED portal.
  4. Waqf Tribunals have the power to grant extensions for registration of Waqf properties.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?


Ques:2

Consider the following statements regarding proposed South Asian regional climate cooperation:

  1. The proposed South Asian Climate Cooperation Council (SACCC) aims to pool resources, knowledge, and technological capabilities among South Asian nations.
  2. Cross-border energy cooperation, such as the One Sun One World One Grid initiative, is cited as a successful example of regional collaboration.
  3. SACCC plans include a regional green climate finance facility, a scientific commission, and a knowledge-innovation hub.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?


Ques:3

Consider the following statements regarding the recent RBI monetary policy and its implications:

  1. The RBI cut the policy repo rate while keeping its stance neutral, taking advantage of low inflation.
  2. Inflation for FY26 is projected at 2%, with a likely rise to 4% in FY27.
  3. GDP growth in Q2 FY26 was 8.2%, supported by factors such as GST rationalisation, rural demand, and front-loading of exports to the US.
  4. The RBI has indicated that further rate cuts are unnecessary under any circumstances.

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:4

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise by the Election Commission of India is intended to update electoral rolls.
Statement II: Recent SIR exercises have been criticized for opacity, arbitrary deletions, and limited public accountability.
Statement III: The Supreme Court has mandated real-time public disclosure of additions and deletions to ensure transparency.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:5

Which of the following factors is primarily responsible for the recent depreciation of the Indian rupee?


Ques:6

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of International Criminal Court (ICC) jurisdiction:

  1. The ICC can exercise jurisdiction only if the accused is a national of a State Party.
  2. The UN Security Council can refer cases to the ICC.
  3. The ICC deals with crimes such as genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Select the answer using the code given below:


Ques:7

Consider the following statements:

Statement 1: New Pension Scheme (NPS) allows subscribers to choose their preferred fund manager for managing their pension assets.

Statement 2: This flexibility ensures that subscribers can align their investments with their risk appetite.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:8

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: Tropical cyclones form over warm ocean waters with high humidity.

Statement II: Warm sea surface temperatures provide the energy required for cyclone development.

Statement III: The Coriolis force helps initiate rotation, enabling a cyclone to form.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:9

Consider the following with reference to Indian Statistical Institute (ISI):

  1. ISI was founded by P.C. Mahalanobis in 1931.
  2. ISI was declared an Institute of National Importance by an Act of Parliament.
  3. ISI functions under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:10

Which of the following is not a domain of Intangible Cultural Heritage under UNESCO?