Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (15th & 16th /01/2026)
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Question 1 of 6
1. Question
With reference to India’s Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024, consider the following statements:
1. The Index assesses states and union territories solely on their export performance in the last fiscal year.
2. The EPI 2024 framework includes export infrastructure, business ecosystem, policy & governance, and export performance as key pillars.
3. The initiative aims to support India’s goal of achieving USD 1 trillion in merchandise exports by 2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect because the EPI does not evaluate states solely on the basis of export performance in the last year; rather it uses a composite, data‑driven methodology that includes multiple pillars such as export infrastructure, business ecosystem, policy & governance, and export performance across 70 indicators.
Statement 2 correctly lists the four core pillars of the Index.
Statement 3 is correct as the EPI framework is aligned with India’s ambition to reach USD 1 trillion in merchandise exports by 2030.
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Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect because the EPI does not evaluate states solely on the basis of export performance in the last year; rather it uses a composite, data‑driven methodology that includes multiple pillars such as export infrastructure, business ecosystem, policy & governance, and export performance across 70 indicators.
Statement 2 correctly lists the four core pillars of the Index.
Statement 3 is correct as the EPI framework is aligned with India’s ambition to reach USD 1 trillion in merchandise exports by 2030.
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Question 2 of 6
2. Question
With reference to the Henley Passport Index 2026, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Index is based on the number of visa‑free travel destinations available to passport holders.
2. In 2026, India’s passport ranked among the top 20 most powerful passports in the world.
3. Singapore held the first rank in the 2026 Index.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct because the Henley Passport Index ranks passports according to the number of destinations passport holders can access without a prior visa, including visa‑free, visa‑on‑arrival and eTA access.
Statement 2 is incorrect since India ranked 80th in the 2026 Index, not within the top 20.
Statement 3 is correct as Singapore retained the top position as the most powerful passport in 2026.
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct because the Henley Passport Index ranks passports according to the number of destinations passport holders can access without a prior visa, including visa‑free, visa‑on‑arrival and eTA access.
Statement 2 is incorrect since India ranked 80th in the 2026 Index, not within the top 20.
Statement 3 is correct as Singapore retained the top position as the most powerful passport in 2026.
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Question 3 of 6
3. Question
With reference to the Global Risks Perception Survey (GRPS) 2026 of the World Economic Forum, consider the following statements:
1. The survey identifies geoeconomic confrontation as the top global risk in the short‑term outlook for 2026‑28.
2. Sociopolitical polarisation does not feature among the top global risks in the near‑term risk perceptions.
3. Cyber insecurity is highlighted as a key risk for India in 2026 by the survey.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: the GRPS 2026 identifies geoeconomic confrontation as the most severe global risk for 2026‑28.
Statement 2 is incorrect: because societal polarisation and misinformation/disinformation remain among the leading global risks in the short term, contrary to the statement.
Statement 3 is correct: for India specifically, the survey highlights cyber insecurity as the top perceived risk in 2026 due to growing digital penetration and vulnerabilities.
Incorrect
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: the GRPS 2026 identifies geoeconomic confrontation as the most severe global risk for 2026‑28.
Statement 2 is incorrect: because societal polarisation and misinformation/disinformation remain among the leading global risks in the short term, contrary to the statement.
Statement 3 is correct: for India specifically, the survey highlights cyber insecurity as the top perceived risk in 2026 due to growing digital penetration and vulnerabilities.
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Question 4 of 6
4. Question
With reference to the recently launched SVASTIK portal, consider the following statements:
1. It is aimed at disseminating India’s scientifically validated traditional knowledge to a broad audience.
2. The portal provides content only in Indian regional languages.
3. It has been implemented under the aegis of CSIR‑National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct because the SVASTIK portal’s primary goal is to communicate India’s scientifically validated traditional knowledge to society.
Statement 2 is incorrect since the portal provides content not only in Indian languages but also in five foreign languages, broadening its accessibility.
Statement 3 is correct as the initiative has been implemented by CSIR‑NIScPR under the Government of India.
Incorrect
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct because the SVASTIK portal’s primary goal is to communicate India’s scientifically validated traditional knowledge to society.
Statement 2 is incorrect since the portal provides content not only in Indian languages but also in five foreign languages, broadening its accessibility.
Statement 3 is correct as the initiative has been implemented by CSIR‑NIScPR under the Government of India.
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Question 5 of 6
5. Question
With reference to the NPS Vatsalya Scheme recently in the news, consider the following statements:
1. It allows parents or guardians to open a pension account under the National Pension System for a child below 18 years of age.
2. There is a maximum annual contribution limit prescribed under the scheme.
3. Upon reaching 18 years, the account must compulsorily be exited as a lump sum and cannot continue as a pension account.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct because NPS Vatsalya enables parents or guardians to open and contribute to a pension account for minors under the NPS framework.
Statement 2 is incorrect as the scheme does not prescribe a maximum limit on contributions (only a minimum is specified).
Statement 3 is also incorrect because upon reaching majority, the account holder has options to continue under NPS Vatsalya, shift to a regular NPS Tier‑I account, or exit with permitted lump sum/annuity share; it is not mandatory to exit immediately as a lump sum.
Incorrect
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct because NPS Vatsalya enables parents or guardians to open and contribute to a pension account for minors under the NPS framework.
Statement 2 is incorrect as the scheme does not prescribe a maximum limit on contributions (only a minimum is specified).
Statement 3 is also incorrect because upon reaching majority, the account holder has options to continue under NPS Vatsalya, shift to a regular NPS Tier‑I account, or exit with permitted lump sum/annuity share; it is not mandatory to exit immediately as a lump sum.
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Question 6 of 6
6. Question
With reference to molecular clouds and star formation, consider the following statements:
1. Molecular clouds are regions in space with high temperatures that facilitate the fusion of hydrogen into helium.
2. Stars begin to form in molecular clouds when regions within them collapse under gravity to form protostars.
3. Magnetic fields and turbulence can influence the collapse of molecular clouds into young stars.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect because molecular clouds are cold (low temperature) regions where molecules can exist and stars form, not hot regions where fusion is already occurring.
Statements 2 and 3 are correct: star formation initiates when local regions in a molecular cloud collapse under gravity to form protostars, and magnetic fields and turbulence play important roles in modulating this collapse.
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect because molecular clouds are cold (low temperature) regions where molecules can exist and stars form, not hot regions where fusion is already occurring.
Statements 2 and 3 are correct: star formation initiates when local regions in a molecular cloud collapse under gravity to form protostars, and magnetic fields and turbulence play important roles in modulating this collapse.
