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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 07 Aug 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding Flash floods

1. Flash flood is rapid flooding of an area which is caused by largely tidal bores.
2. “Balu” sand found predominantly in desert areas of North-West India is most vulnerable to flash floods.
3. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is responsible for handling flood disasters in India works under the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

Choose the INCORRECT answer using the code given below:

A: 1 only

B: 2 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2 and 3 only

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Answer: D

Explanation:

Flash floods are caused mainly due to sudden rain, cloudburst,thunderstorm etc. Tidal bores may cause COASTAL floods. Thus first statement is wrong.

Balu Sand is least vulnerable to Flash floods. Thus second statement is wrong.

NDRF works under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Thus third statement is wrong.

Q2:

Consider the following statements regarding the INF Treaty:

1.    The INF Treaty banned all ground-launched ballistic and cruise missiles with ranges between 500 and 5,500 kilometers.

2.    The treaty was signed during the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union in 1987.

3.    The treaty remained effective and fully implemented by all parties until 2025.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: 1 and 3 only

D: 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

· Statement 1 is correct: The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty prohibited the development, testing, and deployment of ground-launched nuclear and conventional missiles with a range of 500–5,500 km.

· Statement 2 is correct: It was signed in 1987 by Ronald Reagan (USA) and Mikhail Gorbachev (USSR) during the Cold War.

· Statement 3 is incorrect: The treaty had already collapsed earlier, with the US officially withdrawing in 2019 under President Trump. Russia suspended its obligations soon after, and its formal withdrawal in 2025 was the final nail in a treaty that was already non-functional.

Q3:

With reference to transgender rights, consider the following statements:

1.    The NALSA judgment of 2014 recognized transgender persons as a "third gender" in India.

2.    The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 allows unconditional self-identification of gender.

3.    Tamil Nadu is the first Indian state to provide reservation for transgender persons in higher education.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A: 1 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: B

Explanation:

· Statement 1 is correct: The Supreme Court in NALSA v. Union of India (2014) recognized transgenders as a third gender and upheld their fundamental rights.

· Statement 2 is incorrect: The 2019 Act requires a certificate issued by a District Magistrate, which undermines unconditional self-identification.

· Statement 3 is correct: Tamil Nadu is the first state to reserving seats for transgender students in higher education.

Q4:

Consider the following geographical features and their locations:

1.    Luzon Strait – Separates the Philippines from Taiwan

2.    Mindoro Strait – Lies between Luzon and Mindoro Island

3.    Mayon Volcano – Located in southeastern Luzon

4.    Celebes Sea – Lies to the east of the Philippines

Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?

A: 1, 2 and 3 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: 2 and 4 only

D: 1, 3 and 4 only

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Luzon Strait lies between northern Luzon (Philippines) and Taiwan.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Mindoro Strait lies between Mindoro Island and the Calamian Islands (not Luzon and Mindoro).

Statement 3 is correct: Mayon Volcano is located in the southeastern part of Luzon, known for its almost perfect conical shape.

Statement 4 is incorrect: The Celebes Sea lies to the south of the Philippines (not east).

Q5:

Which of the following functions is/are performed by the National Council for Transgender Persons as per the 2019 Act?

1.    Advise the Central Government on formulation of transgender welfare policies

2.    Monitor and evaluate the implementation of laws related to transgender persons

3.    Redress grievances of transgender persons directly through legal proceedings

Select the correct answer using the code below:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: 1 and 3 only

D: 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Advising the government is a key function of the National Council.

Statement 2 is correct: The Council also monitors implementation of policies and legislation.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The Council does not have judicial powers to redress grievances through legal proceedings; it is an advisory and monitoring body.