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Question 1
International Relations | International Organisations | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following:
1. The Pacific Island Forum was established in 1965.
2. USA is a member nation of PIF.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (D) None of the above
Detailed Explanation
- The Pacific Islands Forum brings the region together to address pressing issues and challenges, and foster collaboration and cooperation in the pursuit of shared goals. Founded in 1971, it comprises 18 members: Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.
- Our vision is for a resilient Pacific region of peace, harmony, security, social inclusion and prosperity, that ensures all Pacific peoples can lead free, healthy and productive lives
- The headquarters of the Pacific Islands Forum is located in Suva, Fiji. The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat is the administrative body of the forum and is responsible for implementing decisions made by the member countries.
Question 2
Governance | Schemes | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following in the context of PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana:
1. The scheme has an outlay of Rs 75,021 crore and is to be implemented till FY 2026-27.
2. The scheme provides for a subsidy of 30% of the solar unit cost for systems up to 2kW capacity.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (A) 1 only
Detailed Explanation
Question 3
Polity | Constitution | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following:
1. The Vice-President takes oath in the name of the Constitution of India.
2. The acts of the President can be invalidated if the election is declared void by the Supreme Court.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (D) None of the above
Detailed Explanation
Question 4
International Relations | International Organisations | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following:
1. OEEC evolved to become the OECD.
2. Netherlands is a founding member of OECD.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
Detailed Explanation
- The forerunner of the OECD was the Organisation for European Economic Co-operation (OEEC), which was formed to administer American and Canadian aid under the Marshall Plan for the reconstruction of Europe after World War II. The Convention transforming the OEEC into the OECD was signed at the Chateau de la Muette in Paris on 14 December 1960 and entered into force on 30 September 1961.
- Since then, the OECD’s vocation has been to deliver greater well-being worldwide by advising governments on policies that support resilient, inclusive and sustainable growth. Through evidence-based policy analysis and recommendations, standards and global policy networks, including close collaboration with the G7 and the G20, the OECD has helped advance reforms and multilateral solutions to global challenges. These span the public policy horizon, from the polluter pays principle, which the OECD developed in the 1970s, to PISA in education, not to mention tax transparency and artificial intelligence. Throughout its history, the OECD has striven to become more global, more inclusive and more relevant.
Question 5
Geography | Mountain Pass | Medium | The Hindu
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Which among the following is not a mountain pass connecting India and China?
A. Bum La
B. Parpik Pass
C. Qara Tagh Pass
D. Chankan Pass
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (D) Chankan Pass
Detailed Explanation
- Chankan Pass is a mountain pass that connects the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh with Myanmar. Located in the Anjaw district of southeastern Arunachal Pradesh on the Indo-Myanmar border, it serves as a strategic point along that international boundary.
- Bum La is a border pass between China’s Tibet and India’s Arunachal Pradesh, located about 37 kilometers fromTawang town, close to the Line of Actual Control.
- Parpik Pass connects Jammu and Kashmir (specifically North Kashmir) with China. Located on the Indo-China border east of Mintaka Pass, it serves as a crucial link in the Himalayas.
- The Qara Tagh Pass connects the Indo-China border across the Karakoram Range, specifically linking the Depsang Plains in Ladakh with the Aksai Chin region. It is an ancient and significant trade route, acting as a subsidiary of the historic Silk Road and situated in the Karakoram Mountains in the Ladakh region of India.
