Consider the following statements regarding the Strait of Hormuz:
- The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
- It is one of the world’s most critical chokepoints for global oil transportation.
- The strait lies between Iran and the United Arab Emirates.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the powers and role of the Supreme Court of India:
- The Supreme Court has the power of judicial review to examine the constitutional validity of legislative and executive actions.
- Freedom of speech and expression under the Constitution of India is an absolute right and cannot be restricted by the State.
- The Supreme Court has emphasised that institutional accountability and transparency are essential for maintaining public confidence in the judiciary.
- The doctrine of separation of powers ensures that the legislature, executive, and judiciary function independently while maintaining checks and balances.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
Consider the following statements regarding the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India:
- The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from office in the same manner and on the same grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court of India.
- A motion for the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner can be initiated only in the Lok Sabha.
- The motion for removal must be passed by each House of Parliament by a special majority.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding inflation measurement in India:
- The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is compiled and released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI) through the National Statistical Office.
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) follows a flexible inflation targeting framework with a medium-term CPI inflation target of 4% with a tolerance band of ±2%.
- Core inflation generally excludes volatile items such as food and fuel to capture underlying price pressures in the economy.
- The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) is used by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the RBI as the primary indicator for setting monetary policy.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
The concept of “no-fault liability” in Indian law is most commonly associated with which of the following sectors?
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)?
- NCERT assists and advises the Central and State Governments on policies related to school education.
- NCERT develops model textbooks and curriculum frameworks such as the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).
- NCERT directly regulates all private schools in India.
Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: EPFO administers the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) and Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme (EDLI).
Statement 2: EPFO functions under the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The Code on Social Security, 2020 seeks to extend social security coverage to workers in the unorganised, gig and platform economy.
Statement II: The Code provides for registration of unorganised workers, gig workers and platform workers on a centralised online portal for accessing social security benefits.
Statement III: The Code empowers the Central Government to frame schemes for gig and platform workers, including provisions related to life and disability cover, health benefits and old-age protection.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to SHANTI Act, 2025:
- The Act seeks to strengthen nuclear energy infrastructure and fuel cycle management in India.
- It encourages international cooperation for nuclear technology and fuel supply.
- It mandates that all nuclear power plants must be owned exclusively by State Governments.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:
- The Global Innovation Index is jointly published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) along with other international institutions.
- The index evaluates countries based on innovation inputs and innovation outputs such as research, infrastructure, knowledge and technology outputs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?