Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (20/02/2026)

With reference to the Pax Silica initiative joined by India on 20 Feb 2026, which of the following statements are correct?

1. It is a strategic coalition aimed at securing key technology supply chains including silicon and semiconductors.

2. Participation in Pax Silica creates binding treaty obligations similar to defence alliances like NATO.

3. It reflects global efforts to diversify technology supply chains away from concentrated sourcing.

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With reference to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India, consider the following statements:

1. It can take suo motu cognisance of human rights violations based on credible reports.

2. Its recommendations are legally binding on the government.

3. It plays a role in protecting freedom of the press when press freedom intersects with human rights violations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to recent RBI credit growth data and monetary policy outlook, consider the following statements:

1. RBI’s monetary policy stance exclusively aims at maximizing economic growth irrespective of inflation.

2. Strong bank credit growth without commensurate deposit growth can affect liquidity conditions.

3. Unchecked credit expansion may warrant macroprudential tightening.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following objectives of India’s National Logistics Policy:

1. Reducing logistics cost as a percentage of GDP.

2. Promoting seamless multimodal connectivity.

3. Mandating exclusive public sector control over all logistics services.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following themes associated with India’s entry into Pax Silica:

I. Supply-chain resilience in technology ecosystems.

II. Secure access to compute resources for AI development.

III. Institutionalisation of multi-lateral military cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.

Which of the statements given above are correct?