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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Q.1) Consider the following statements regarding the newly discovered toad species Duttaphrynus dhara in Meghalaya:
- The species is named after ‘Dhara’, the traditional attire worn by Khasi women, to honour the Khasi community‘s relationship with biodiversity.
- It prefers heavily disturbed human settlements, similar to the common Asian toad (Duttaphrynus melanostictus).
- Genetic analysis using mitochondrial 16S rRNA gene showed a divergence of 4.4% to 6.7% from its closest relatives.
- The type locality of the species is Mawphlang in the East Khasi Hills district, known for its sacred grove.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Q.1) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The species is named ‘Duttaphrynus dhara‘ after ‘Dhara‘, the traditional attire worn by Khasi women, to honour the Khasi community‘s long-standing relationship with forests, hills, and biodiversity of Meghalaya.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: Unlike the common Asian toad (Duttaphrynus melanostictus), which is abundant around villages and disturbed human settlements, Duttaphrynus dhara avoids heavily disturbed areas. It prefers forest-edge and semi-natural habitats, found on ground among low vegetation and leaf litter in fallow agricultural fields close to montane forest.
- Statement 3 is correct: Genetic analysis using mitochondrial 16S rRNA gene showed that the Khasi Hills population forms a distinct lineage, with genetic divergence of 4.4% to 6.7% from its closest relatives (Duttaphrynus stuarti and Duttaphrynus chandai).
- Statement 4 is correct: The type locality is Mawphlang in the East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, an area better known for its sacred grove.
The discovery highlights the Meghalaya plateau as an important centre of amphibian diversity and endemism within the Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot. Option (a) is correct. UPSC tests this habitat distinction.
Why this question?
Tests the habitat preference (avoids heavily disturbed areas) – a factual trap.Why important for UPSC?
New species discovery and biodiversity hotspots appear in Environment (Prelims 2024, 2026).Incorrect
Q.1) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The species is named ‘Duttaphrynus dhara‘ after ‘Dhara‘, the traditional attire worn by Khasi women, to honour the Khasi community‘s long-standing relationship with forests, hills, and biodiversity of Meghalaya.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: Unlike the common Asian toad (Duttaphrynus melanostictus), which is abundant around villages and disturbed human settlements, Duttaphrynus dhara avoids heavily disturbed areas. It prefers forest-edge and semi-natural habitats, found on ground among low vegetation and leaf litter in fallow agricultural fields close to montane forest.
- Statement 3 is correct: Genetic analysis using mitochondrial 16S rRNA gene showed that the Khasi Hills population forms a distinct lineage, with genetic divergence of 4.4% to 6.7% from its closest relatives (Duttaphrynus stuarti and Duttaphrynus chandai).
- Statement 4 is correct: The type locality is Mawphlang in the East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, an area better known for its sacred grove.
The discovery highlights the Meghalaya plateau as an important centre of amphibian diversity and endemism within the Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot. Option (a) is correct. UPSC tests this habitat distinction.
Why this question?
Tests the habitat preference (avoids heavily disturbed areas) – a factual trap.Why important for UPSC?
New species discovery and biodiversity hotspots appear in Environment (Prelims 2024, 2026). -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Q.2) Mission Queen Pineapple, a three-year project launched by the Ministry of DoNER with an outlay of ₹236 crore, aims to promote the GI-tagged Queen Pineapple. In which year did the Queen Pineapple of Tripura receive the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Correct
- Q.2) Solution (c)
Explanation:
- The Queen Pineapple of Tripura received its Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2015.
- It is the state fruit of Tripura and is known for its spiny, golden-yellow appearance, sweet taste, pleasant aroma, and juicy flesh. Its sweetness (Total Soluble Solids – TSS) ranges from 13 to 17.2 degrees Brix, with acidity of 0.6 to 0.8%.
- The mission was launched by the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Jyotiraditya Scindia, with a three-year implementation roadmap from Q2 FY2026 to Q4 FY2028.
- The mission aims to establish an integrated pineapple value-chain ecosystem, with three major components: Cultivation Management, Post-Harvest Management and Processing, and Branding and Marketing.
- It also aims to transform discarded pineapple leaves into wealth (estimated worth nearly ₹1,483 crore).
Options (a), (b), and (d) are incorrect. UPSC tests this GI tag year.
Why this question?
Tests the GI tag year of Tripura‘s Queen Pineapple – a direct Economy and Art & Culture fact.Why important for UPSC?
GI tags and agricultural value chains appear in Economy and Agriculture (Prelims 2016, 2018, 2020).
Incorrect
- Q.2) Solution (c)
Explanation:
- The Queen Pineapple of Tripura received its Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2015.
- It is the state fruit of Tripura and is known for its spiny, golden-yellow appearance, sweet taste, pleasant aroma, and juicy flesh. Its sweetness (Total Soluble Solids – TSS) ranges from 13 to 17.2 degrees Brix, with acidity of 0.6 to 0.8%.
- The mission was launched by the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Jyotiraditya Scindia, with a three-year implementation roadmap from Q2 FY2026 to Q4 FY2028.
- The mission aims to establish an integrated pineapple value-chain ecosystem, with three major components: Cultivation Management, Post-Harvest Management and Processing, and Branding and Marketing.
- It also aims to transform discarded pineapple leaves into wealth (estimated worth nearly ₹1,483 crore).
Options (a), (b), and (d) are incorrect. UPSC tests this GI tag year.
Why this question?
Tests the GI tag year of Tripura‘s Queen Pineapple – a direct Economy and Art & Culture fact.Why important for UPSC?
GI tags and agricultural value chains appear in Economy and Agriculture (Prelims 2016, 2018, 2020).
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Q.3) Assertion (A): Sacred relics of Sariputra and Maudgalyayana, two of Lord Buddha‘s most prominent disciples, are being sent from Sanchi Stupa to Mongolia on a special initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Reason (R): Sanchi Stupa was built by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1989.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Correct
Q.3) Solution (b)
Explanation:
Both A and R are true, but R does not explain why the relics are being sent to Mongolia.- Assertion A is true: Sacred relics belonging to Sariputra and Maudgalyayana (two of Lord Buddha‘s chief disciples) are being sent from Sanchi Stupa to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on a special initiative of PM Modi. The relics will be kept for public viewing, with over ten lakh devotees and tourists expected to visit, strengthening cultural and spiritual ties between India and Mongolia.
- Reason R is true: Sanchi Stupa (Great Stupa – Stupa No. 1) was built by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1989. However, this fact does not explain the specific initiative to send relics to Mongolia – that is a diplomatic and cultural outreach effort.
The Stupa was rediscovered by British officer Henry Taylor in 1818, and first formal survey and excavations were led by Alexander Cunningham (founder of ASI) in 1851. Option (b) is correct. UPSC tests this distinction.
Why this question?
Tests the distinction between historical facts (R) and the specific diplomatic initiative (A) – a high-level Art & Culture and IR concept.Why important for UPSC?
Buddhist heritage and India‘s cultural diplomacy appear in Art & Culture and IR (Prelims 2024, 2026).Incorrect
Q.3) Solution (b)
Explanation:
Both A and R are true, but R does not explain why the relics are being sent to Mongolia.- Assertion A is true: Sacred relics belonging to Sariputra and Maudgalyayana (two of Lord Buddha‘s chief disciples) are being sent from Sanchi Stupa to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on a special initiative of PM Modi. The relics will be kept for public viewing, with over ten lakh devotees and tourists expected to visit, strengthening cultural and spiritual ties between India and Mongolia.
- Reason R is true: Sanchi Stupa (Great Stupa – Stupa No. 1) was built by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1989. However, this fact does not explain the specific initiative to send relics to Mongolia – that is a diplomatic and cultural outreach effort.
The Stupa was rediscovered by British officer Henry Taylor in 1818, and first formal survey and excavations were led by Alexander Cunningham (founder of ASI) in 1851. Option (b) is correct. UPSC tests this distinction.
Why this question?
Tests the distinction between historical facts (R) and the specific diplomatic initiative (A) – a high-level Art & Culture and IR concept.Why important for UPSC?
Buddhist heritage and India‘s cultural diplomacy appear in Art & Culture and IR (Prelims 2024, 2026). -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Q.4) Consider the following statements regarding the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) and the Consumer Protection Act, 2019:
- Section 2(9) of the Act defines consumer rights, including the right to be informed, right to safety, right to choose, right to be heard, right to seek redressal, and right to consumer awareness.
- The CCPA can impose a penalty of up to ₹10 lakh for a false or misleading advertisement, and up to ₹50 lakh for a repeat offence.
- The CCPA can initiate class-action suits, including recall, refunds, and cancellation of licenses.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Q.4) Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Section 2(9) defines consumer rights: right to be informed, right to safety, right to choose, right to be heard, right to seek redressal, and right to consumer awareness.
- Statement 2 is correct: Under Section 89, the CCPA can impose a penalty of up to ₹10 lakh for a false or misleading advertisement, and up to ₹50 lakh for a repeat offence.
- Statement 3 is correct: The CCPA can initiate class-action suits, including recall, refunds, and cancellation of licenses.
The CCPA recently imposed a penalty of ₹7 lakh on Vajiram and Ravi IAS Study Centre for publishing misleading advertisements claiming credit for candidates who cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2023. Option (c) is correct. UPSC tests this effective date.
Why this question?
Tests the effective date of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (July 20, 2020, not August 9, 2019) – a common factual trap.Why important for UPSC?
Consumer protection legislation appears in Polity and Economy (Prelims 2020, 2022, 2024).Incorrect
Q.4) Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Section 2(9) defines consumer rights: right to be informed, right to safety, right to choose, right to be heard, right to seek redressal, and right to consumer awareness.
- Statement 2 is correct: Under Section 89, the CCPA can impose a penalty of up to ₹10 lakh for a false or misleading advertisement, and up to ₹50 lakh for a repeat offence.
- Statement 3 is correct: The CCPA can initiate class-action suits, including recall, refunds, and cancellation of licenses.
The CCPA recently imposed a penalty of ₹7 lakh on Vajiram and Ravi IAS Study Centre for publishing misleading advertisements claiming credit for candidates who cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2023. Option (c) is correct. UPSC tests this effective date.
Why this question?
Tests the effective date of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (July 20, 2020, not August 9, 2019) – a common factual trap.Why important for UPSC?
Consumer protection legislation appears in Polity and Economy (Prelims 2020, 2022, 2024). -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Q.5) Consider the following statements regarding the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF):
- CISF is the only Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) with a dedicated Fire Service Wing.
- The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, under which CISF is a recognised security force, is issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
- CISF has been designated as a recognised security force under the ISPS Code, but it does not provide security to nuclear installations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Q.5) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: CISF is the only CAPF with a customised and dedicated Fire Service Wing.
- Statement 2 is correct: The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code is issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and CISF has been designated as a recognised security force under this code.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: CISF provides security to India‘s most critical infrastructure facilities, including nuclear installations, space establishments (ISRO), airports, seaports, power plants, Delhi Metro, and Parliament House Complex.
CISF also organised the Vande Mataram Coastal Cyclothon 2026 (second edition) to strengthen coastal security awareness, with the theme ‘Surakshit Tat, Samridh Bharat‘ (Secure Coast, Prosperous India). Option (a) is correct. UPSC tests this nuclear installation security role.
Why this question?
Tests the fact that CISF provides security to nuclear installations – a common oversight.Why important for UPSC?
Internal security and CAPFs appear in Security (Prelims 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024).Incorrect
Q.5) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: CISF is the only CAPF with a customised and dedicated Fire Service Wing.
- Statement 2 is correct: The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code is issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and CISF has been designated as a recognised security force under this code.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: CISF provides security to India‘s most critical infrastructure facilities, including nuclear installations, space establishments (ISRO), airports, seaports, power plants, Delhi Metro, and Parliament House Complex.
CISF also organised the Vande Mataram Coastal Cyclothon 2026 (second edition) to strengthen coastal security awareness, with the theme ‘Surakshit Tat, Samridh Bharat‘ (Secure Coast, Prosperous India). Option (a) is correct. UPSC tests this nuclear installation security role.
Why this question?
Tests the fact that CISF provides security to nuclear installations – a common oversight.Why important for UPSC?
Internal security and CAPFs appear in Security (Prelims 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024).
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