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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 14 Aug 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding milk production in India:

1.    India accounts for more than one-fourth of the world’s milk production.

2.    Cows contribute a higher share to India's milk output compared to buffaloes.

3.    Uttar Pradesh is the highest milk-producing state in India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: 1 and 3 only

D: All of the above

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Answer: B

Explanation:

· Statement 1 is incorrect – India accounts for 24% (less than one-fourth) of global milk production.

· Statement 2 is correct – Cow milk makes up 53.12%, while buffalo milk is 43.62%.

· Statement 3 is correct – Uttar Pradesh is the top milk-producing state with 37.46 million tonnes.

Q2:

Consider the following statements about India's dairy sector:

1.    It contributes around 4–5% to India’s national GDP.

2.    The per capita milk availability in India is lower than the global average.

3.    Operation Flood boost milk production in India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A: 1 and 3 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: 1 and 2 only

D: 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct – Dairy contributes 4–5% to national GDP and ~25% to agricultural GDP.

Statement 2 is incorrect – India’s per capita milk availability is higher than the global average.

Statement 3 is correct – Operation Flood revolutionized milk production and created the "White Revolution".

Q3:

Consider the following statements regarding the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025:

1.    It establishes the National Sports Board (NSB) to regulate and oversee sports federations in India.

2.    The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is excluded from its jurisdiction.

3.    Sports federations need NSB recognition to receive central government funding.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A: 1 and 2 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 NSB will oversee all national sports federations.

· Statement 2 is incorrect – BCCI is included under NSB's oversight.

· Statement 3 is correct – NSFs must secure NSB recognition to access central funding.

Q4:

Consider the following statements regarding the benefits available to OCI cardholders:

1.    They are eligible for lifelong, multiple-entry visas to India.

2.    They enjoy equality with Indian citizens in terms of acquiring agricultural land.

3.    OCI cardholders can apply for Indian citizenship after fulfilling certain residency requirements.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

A: 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 – OCI cardholders get multiple-entry lifelong visas.

· Statement 2 is incorrect – OCI holders cannot acquire agricultural/plantation land.

· Statement 3 is correct – They are eligible for Indian citizenship under Section 5(1)(g) after 5 years (1 year physical stay required).

Q5:

Consider the following statements regarding the OCI scheme:

1.    The OCI scheme was introduced in 2005 by amending the Citizenship Act, 1955.

2.    In 2015, the Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and OCI categories were merged.

3.    As of January 2025, 5 million OCI cards had been issued globally.

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: D

Explanation:

· Statement 1 is correct – OCI was introduced in 2005 through an amendment to the Citizenship Act.

· Statement 2 is correct – PIO and OCI categories were merged in 2015.

· Statement 3 is correct – Till date about 5 million OCI card were issues globally.