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The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
With reference to the Vera Rubin Observatory, consider the following statements:
- It is located atop Cerro Pachón Mountain in the Chilean Andes.
- The observatory’s telescope can capture images with the help of a two-mirror optical design.
- It will continuously scan the entire southern hemisphere sky for 10 years.
- The observatory has already detected over 2,000 new asteroids during engineering tests.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: (c) Only three
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: The observatory is located on Cerro Pachón Mountain in Chile.
- Statement 2 – Incorrect: The telescope uses a three-mirror system, not two.
- Statement 3 – Correct: It is designed to scan the southern sky continuously for 10 years.
Statement 4 – Correct: It has already identified 2,140 new asteroids during test runs.
Incorrect
Answer: (c) Only three
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: The observatory is located on Cerro Pachón Mountain in Chile.
- Statement 2 – Incorrect: The telescope uses a three-mirror system, not two.
- Statement 3 – Correct: It is designed to scan the southern sky continuously for 10 years.
Statement 4 – Correct: It has already identified 2,140 new asteroids during test runs.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to the legal provisions and recent High Court rulings on phone-tapping in India, consider the following statements:
- The Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 permits interception of telephonic conversations only during a public emergency or in the interest of public safety.
- As per Supreme Court guidelines, the power to authorize phone-tapping lies exclusively with the Prime Minister’s Office.
- The Delhi High Court upheld a phone-tapping order on the grounds that large-scale corruption can be a threat to public safety.
- The Madras High Court ruled that tax evasion qualifies as a public emergency for the purpose of interception.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: (a) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: Section 5(2) of the Indian Telegraph Act allows phone tapping during public emergency or public safety concerns.
- Statement 2 – Incorrect: The power lies with the Home Secretary, not the Prime Minister’s Office.
- Statement 3 – Correct: The Delhi HC held that large-scale corruption can threaten public safety and upheld the order.
- Statement 4 – Incorrect: The Madras HC ruled that tax evasion does not qualify as a public emergency under the Act.
Incorrect
Answer: (a) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: Section 5(2) of the Indian Telegraph Act allows phone tapping during public emergency or public safety concerns.
- Statement 2 – Incorrect: The power lies with the Home Secretary, not the Prime Minister’s Office.
- Statement 3 – Correct: The Delhi HC held that large-scale corruption can threaten public safety and upheld the order.
- Statement 4 – Incorrect: The Madras HC ruled that tax evasion does not qualify as a public emergency under the Act.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The recently proposed “Golden Dome” missile defense system is intended to:
Correct
Answer: (a) Deploy space-based missile interceptors in low-Earth orbit
Explanation:
The Golden Dome is a space-based missile defense system proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump in 2025. It aims to:
- Deploy thousands of satellites equipped with interceptors and sensors in low-Earth orbit (LEO).
- Track and neutralize various missile threats (ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic) across all phases of flight—even before they reach U.S. territory.
- Provide global coverage, intercepting threats from land, sea, air, or space.
- (b) Replace the U.S. Iron Dome with a nuclear shield
Incorrect — The Golden Dome is not a nuclear-based system. It is modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome but scaled up for broader, global defense. - (c) Protect satellites from solar flares and meteor showers
Incorrect — The system is not designed for space weather protection or satellite shielding.
(d) Serve as a civilian satellite internet network
Incorrect — It is not a civilian project like Starlink. It is a military defense initiative.Incorrect
Answer: (a) Deploy space-based missile interceptors in low-Earth orbit
Explanation:
The Golden Dome is a space-based missile defense system proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump in 2025. It aims to:
- Deploy thousands of satellites equipped with interceptors and sensors in low-Earth orbit (LEO).
- Track and neutralize various missile threats (ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic) across all phases of flight—even before they reach U.S. territory.
- Provide global coverage, intercepting threats from land, sea, air, or space.
- (b) Replace the U.S. Iron Dome with a nuclear shield
Incorrect — The Golden Dome is not a nuclear-based system. It is modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome but scaled up for broader, global defense. - (c) Protect satellites from solar flares and meteor showers
Incorrect — The system is not designed for space weather protection or satellite shielding.
(d) Serve as a civilian satellite internet network
Incorrect — It is not a civilian project like Starlink. It is a military defense initiative. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
China’s rare earth export controls may undermine its long-term dominance in the global supply chain.
Statement II:
Export restrictions have accelerated efforts by other countries to diversify their rare earth sources and invest in alternatives.
Statement III:
The new licensing regime ensures stable and predictable global trade in rare earths.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Correct
Answer: (c) Statement I and II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
Explanation:
Statement I: Correct
By restricting exports, China risks encouraging other countries to develop alternative sources, recycling systems, or build domestic processing capacities, which could weaken China’s monopoly over time.Statement II: Correct
Countries like the U.S., Japan, India, and the EU have already begun investing in new supply chains, recycling programs, and exploration of rare earths to reduce dependence on China.Statement III: Incorrect
The regime has caused uncertainty, delays, and commercial risk for exporters and importers. Licensing approvals may take up to three months and require sensitive disclosures, making trade less predictable and more restrictive, not stable.Why Option (c) is Correct:
- Statement I and II are both factually accurate.
- Statement II logically explains Statement I, as the global push for diversification directly threatens China’s long-term control.
Incorrect
Answer: (c) Statement I and II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
Explanation:
Statement I: Correct
By restricting exports, China risks encouraging other countries to develop alternative sources, recycling systems, or build domestic processing capacities, which could weaken China’s monopoly over time.Statement II: Correct
Countries like the U.S., Japan, India, and the EU have already begun investing in new supply chains, recycling programs, and exploration of rare earths to reduce dependence on China.Statement III: Incorrect
The regime has caused uncertainty, delays, and commercial risk for exporters and importers. Licensing approvals may take up to three months and require sensitive disclosures, making trade less predictable and more restrictive, not stable.Why Option (c) is Correct:
- Statement I and II are both factually accurate.
- Statement II logically explains Statement I, as the global push for diversification directly threatens China’s long-term control.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following Indian states share an international border with Myanmar?
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Nagaland
- Mizoram
- Tripura
- Manipur
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
Explanation:
India shares a 1,643 km long international border with Myanmar, touching the following four Indian states:
- Arunachal Pradesh – shares a border in the north-east with Myanmar.
- Nagaland – shares a smaller border segment in the eastern part.
- Manipur – borders Myanmar to the east and is a major transit point.
- Mizoram – shares a significant southern border with Myanmar and is currently witnessing refugee inflows.
Tripura (Statement 4):
- Incorrect – It does not share a border with Myanmar.
- Tripura shares its international border only with Bangladesh.
Incorrect
Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
Explanation:
India shares a 1,643 km long international border with Myanmar, touching the following four Indian states:
- Arunachal Pradesh – shares a border in the north-east with Myanmar.
- Nagaland – shares a smaller border segment in the eastern part.
- Manipur – borders Myanmar to the east and is a major transit point.
- Mizoram – shares a significant southern border with Myanmar and is currently witnessing refugee inflows.
Tripura (Statement 4):
- Incorrect – It does not share a border with Myanmar.
- Tripura shares its international border only with Bangladesh.
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