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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 13 Mar 2026

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding the Fiscal Health Index 2026:

1.   It is released by the Finance Commission of India.

2.   Its objective is to provide a comparative assessment of the fiscal position of states.

3.   In its second edition, the North-Eastern and Himalayan states have also been included.

Which of the above statements are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: Only 1 and 3

D: 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: B

Explanation:

The Fiscal Health Index 2026 is an important index released by NITI Aayog, whose objective is to conduct a comparative and data-based analysis of the fiscal position of Indian states. Through this, the financial stability, revenue capacity, expenditure management and debt position of states are evaluated, so that competition and reforms for strong fiscal management among the states can be encouraged.

In its 2^ND edition, the North-Eastern and Himalayan states have also been included, due to which a more comprehensive and balanced assessment of the financial position of states having different geographical and economic conditions of the country can become possible.

Q2:

Sharavathi Valley Lion-tailed Macaque (LTM) Sanctuary

Consider the following statements regarding Eco-Sensitive Zones—

1.   It is a buffer zone around protected areas.

2.   Its objective is to completely prohibit development activities.

3.   Its objective is to establish a balance between environment and development.

Choose the correct answer—

A: 1 and 2 only

B: Only 1 and 3

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) is a buffer area declared around protected areas such as National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries. Its objective is to protect these sensitive ecological regions from external pressures and at the same time establish a balance between environmental conservation and development activities. In ESZ, all activities are not completely prohibited; rather, activities are regulated and carried out in a phased manner so that there is no adverse impact on biodiversity and the ecosystem.

Q3:

Recently in the news, Bakiribu waridza is related to what?

A: A newly discovered dinosaur species

B: A newly discovered flying reptile species (pterosaur)

C: An ancient bird species

D: A marine reptile

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Bakiribu waridza is a newly discovered species of pterosaur (flying reptile), whose fossil was found inside the fossilized vomit of a dinosaur that is approximately 100 million years old. This discovery was made from the Araripe Basin in Brazil.

Q4:

Statement (A): Passive euthanasia has been granted legal recognition in India.

Reason (R): The Supreme Court allowed it in the Common Cause vs Union of India (2018) case.

Choose the correct answer based on the code given below

A: Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation of A.

B: Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C: A is correct, but R is incorrect.

D: A is incorrect, but R is correct.

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Answer: A

Explanation:

The Supreme Court, in the Common Cause vs Union of India (2018) case, held that the Right to Die with Dignity is a part of the “Right to Life” under Article 21 of the Constitution. Through this judgment, passive euthanasia and living will (Advance Medical Directive) were granted legal recognition in India.

Q5:

Consider the following statements regarding the Jal Jeevan Mission—

1.   It was launched in the year 2019.

2.   Its objective is to provide safe drinking water to rural households through tap connections.

3.   It has recently been approved for extension till December 2030.

Choose the correct answer based on the code given below

A: Only 1

B: 1 and 2 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: B

Explanation:

The Jal Jeevan Mission was announced on 15 August 2019. Its main objective is to provide safe drinking water through Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to every household in rural areas. Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the extension of this mission until December 2028, so that water supply can be ensured to all rural households.