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Daily-mcqs 15 Oct 2025
Q1:
Consider the following statements regarding LEAPS 2025: 1. LEAPS 2025 is implemented by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. 2. It aims to benchmark performance, innovation, and leadership in the logistics sector. 3. LEAPS 2025 focuses on sustainability and green logistics. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: LEAPS 2025 is implemented by DPIIT under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, not by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
Statement 2 is correct: The initiative is a national benchmarking effort recognizing performance, innovation, and leadership in logistics.
Statement 3 is correct: It emphasizes sustainability, ESG, green logistics, and resilience in the logistics ecosystem.
Q2:
Consider the following statements about PM Gati Shakti: 1. It was launched in October 2022 to mark the National Logistics Day. 2. It is powered by GIS and ISRO satellite tools for real-time project monitoring. 3. It integrates data from over 20 ministries and departments. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: PM Gati Shakti was launched in October 2021, not 2022, and not on National Logistics Day.
Statement 2 is correct: It uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and ISRO satellite data for real-time and spatial monitoring.
Statement 3 is incorrect: It currently integrates data from 16 ministries, not over 20.
Q3:
Consider the following statements about the National Logistics Policy (NLP) 2022: 1. It aims to bring down logistics costs in India to 10% of GDP by 2030. 2. It seeks to improve India’s ranking in the World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index (LPI). 3. NLP 2022 supports the Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: NLP aims to reduce logistics cost to 8% of GDP by 2030, not 10%.
Statement 2 is correct: One of the key objectives is to improve India’s LPI ranking — from 44th (2018) to top 25 by 2030.
Statement 3 is correct: The policy supports Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat by easing movement of goods.
Q4:
With reference to the recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas signed in October 2025, consider the following statements: 1. The deal was brokered by the United Nations and the European Union. 2. It includes provisions for phased ceasefire, hostage release, and prisoner exchange. 3. Under the agreement, Israel will fully withdraw its military presence from Gaza immediately. 4. Humanitarian aid and reconstruction activities are part of the agreement’s focus areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1,3 and 4 only
C: 2 and 4 only
D: 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1: Incorrect
The deal was not brokered by the UN or EU, but by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, with support from Turkey.
Statement 2: Correct
The agreement includes phased cessation of hostilities, release of Israeli hostages, and prisoner exchange, all of which are clearly stated provisions.
Statement 3: Incorrect
Israel will partially withdraw its troops from certain zones in Gaza — not a full or immediate withdrawal. This distinction is critical.
Statement 4: Correct
The agreement makes humanitarian access and reconstruction of Gaza central goals, including clearing rubble, restoring infrastructure, and aid delivery.
Q5:
With reference to Rare Earth Elements (REEs), consider the following statements: 1. Rare Earth Elements are a group of 17 chemically similar elements, including the 15 lanthanides, along with scandium and yttrium. 2. India has no significant reserves of rare earth elements and depends entirely on imports. 3. Rare earth elements are critical for the manufacturing of renewable energy technologies, such as wind turbines and electric vehicles. 4. China is the world’s largest producer and exporter of rare earth elements. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1,3 and 4 only
C: 1, 2 and 4 only
D: 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1: Correct
REEs consist of 17 elements: the 15 lanthanides, plus scandium and yttrium. These elements share similar physical and chemical properties.
Statement 2: Incorrect
India does have reserves of REEs, especially in coastal monazite sands in states like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha. India is not self-sufficient but does not depend entirely on imports.
Statement 3: Correct
REEs are critical for green and strategic technologies, including permanent magnets in wind turbines, batteries for EVs, solar panels, smartphones, and missile guidance systems.
Statement 4: Correct
China controls over 60–70% of global REE production and processing, making it the dominant player in the REE supply chain.
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