With reference to the ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and their global implications, consider the following statements:
- Closure of the Strait of Hormuz affects only oil supply and has negligible impact on global fertiliser and semiconductor industries.
- Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) supply disruptions in the Gulf region can significantly affect energy security of countries like India, Japan, and South Korea.
- The United Nations Security Council is always able to take binding and timely decisions in major global conflicts due to absence of veto constraints.
- Prolonged disruption in maritime trade chokepoints can lead to both inflationary pressures and slowdown in global economic growth.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
With reference to informal welfare systems in India, consider the following statements:
- Informal welfare mechanisms in India are primarily driven by community networks and social interdependence.
- Informal giving in India largely depends on surplus income and higher economic capacity of individuals.
- Informal welfare systems tend to become more significant where formal state welfare mechanisms are inadequate.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Consider the following statements regarding exchange rate dynamics and central bank intervention:
- Depreciation of the rupee automatically improves the current account balance irrespective of global conditions.
- A rise in crude oil prices tends to widen India’s current account deficit.
- Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) outflows can exert downward pressure on the domestic currency.
- Central bank intervention in the forex market always aims to defend a specific exchange rate level.
How many of the above statements are incorrect?
Consider the following statements regarding Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and personal laws in India:
- Article 44 of the Constitution is a part of the Fundamental Rights and is enforceable by courts.
- The Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937 governs certain personal matters of Muslims through a statutory framework.
- The Supreme Court of India has consistently held that implementation of the Uniform Civil Code lies within the domain of the legislature.
How many of the above statements are correct?
With reference to the Mauryan period, which of the following rulers is most closely associated with the large-scale patronage and spread of Jainism across the Indian subcontinent?
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of International Energy Agency (IEA)?
- It was established in 1974 in response to the global oil crisis.
- It is an autonomous intergovernmental organization within the framework of the OECD.
- India is a full member of the IEA.
Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: Census is a Union subject listed in the State List of the Seventh Schedule.
Statement 2: Only the Central Government has the authority to conduct the Census in India.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is the highest decision-making body on national security matters in India.
Statement II: It is chaired by the Prime Minister and includes key ministers such as Defence, Home, External Affairs, and Finance.
Statement III: It is a constitutional body established under the Constitution of India.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to Enforcement Directorate (ED):
- The ED functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- It enforces the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for criminal offences.
- It is a constitutional body established by the Constitution of India.
How many of the above is/are correct?
The Persian Gulf is connected to the Arabian Sea through: