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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 12 Mar 2026

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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

With reference to national security, which of the following areas are related to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)?

1.   Border surveillance

2.   Analysis of satellite imagery

3.   Cyber security

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: 1, 2 and 3

D: 1 only

Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1 – Correct
AI is used in border surveillance through smart sensors, drone monitoring, and automated detection systems to improve situational awareness and security along borders.


Statement 2 – Correct
AI technologies are widely used in the analysis of satellite imagery, enabling faster detection of military movements, infrastructure changes, and strategic developments.


Statement 3 – Correct
AI-based systems play a crucial role in cyber security, including threat detection, anomaly identification, predictive threat analysis, and automated defense mechanisms.


                            

Q2:

With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), consider the following statements:

1.   It is a major umbrella scheme for the sustainable development of the fisheries sector in India.

2.   It is implemented by the Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.

3.   Its objective is only to increase marine fish production.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: 1 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 – Correct
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) is a Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored umbrella scheme aimed at the comprehensive, sustainable, and responsible development of the fisheries sector in India.
It was launched in 2020 under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.


Statement 2 – Correct
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India.
Its objectives include increasing fish production, strengthening infrastructure, promoting exports, and improving the income of fishermen.


Statement 3 – Incorrect
The objective of PMMSY is not limited to marine fisheries. It also covers:



  • Inland fisheries

  • Aquaculture

  • Fisheries infrastructure development

  • Strengthening of the value chain

  • Socio-economic welfare of fishermen


Thus, the scheme focuses on both marine and inland fisheries development.


                            

Q3:

Arrange the following events in chronological order:

1.   Establishment of Satyashodhak Samaj

2.   Establishment of India’s first modern girls’ school at Bhide Wada, Pune

3.   Birth of Savitribai Phule

4.   Passage of the Hindu Widows’ Remarriage Act

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A: 3-2-4-1

B: 3-4-2-1

C: 2-3-4-1

D: 3-2-1-4

Answer: A

Explanation:

The correct chronological order of events is:



  • 1831 – Birth of Savitribai Phule

  • 1848 – Establishment of the first modern girls’ school at Bhide Wada, Pune

  • 1856 – Hindu Widows’ Remarriage Act passed

  • 1873 – Establishment of Satyashodhak Samaj by Jyotirao Phule


                            

Q4:

With reference to the asteroid 2024 YR4 recently seen in the news, consider the following statements:

1.   It belongs to the category of Near-Earth Asteroids.

2.   It was primarily observed by the James Webb Space Telescope, which is located within Earth’s atmosphere.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: Both 1 and 2

D: Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 – Correct
Asteroid 2024 YR4 belongs to the Near-Earth Asteroid (NEA) category and is part of the Apollo group, whose orbits intersect the Earth’s orbit.


Statement 2 – Incorrect
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is not located within Earth’s atmosphere.
It operates near the Sun–Earth L2 Lagrange point, about 1.5 million km from Earth.


                            

Q5:

With reference to the presiding officers of the Parliament of India, consider the following statements:

1.   The Speaker of the Lok Sabha can be removed from office through a resolution passed by the Lok Sabha.

2.   The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha can be removed only by the President of India.

3.   The office of the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is held by the Vice-President of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: Only 3

D: 1, 2, and 3

Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 – Correct
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha can be removed through a resolution passed by the Lok Sabha with the required majority.
This provision is given under Article 94 of the Constitution of India.


Statement 2 – Incorrect
The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha is not removed by the President.
Like the Speaker, the Deputy Speaker can also be removed through a resolution passed by the Lok Sabha.


Statement 3 – Correct
The Vice-President of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha as provided under Article 64 of the Constitution.