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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 17 Jun 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Which of the following statements is/are true?

1.      DNA is found only in blood cells.

2.      All humans except identical twins have unique DNA.

3.      Y-Chromosome analysis is useful for identifying both male and female relatives.

Select the correct answer using the code:

A: 1 and 3 only

B: Only 2

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 2 is correct. All humans have unique DNA unless they are identical twins. Statement 1 is incorrect—DNA is found in almost all cells, not just blood. Statement 3 is also wrong—Y-chromosome analysis only traces the male lineage, since females do not carry the Y chromosome.

Q2:

With reference to Vietnam’s new status in BRICS, how many of the following statements are correct?

1.       Vietnam became a full member of BRICS in 2024.

2.      The BRICS Partner Country model allows closer cooperation without full membership.

3.      Vietnam joined as the 10th country under the Partner Country category.

4.     BRICS Partner Countries have equal voting rights in BRICS decisions.

Options:

A: Only 1

B: Only 2

C: Only 3

D: All four

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statements 2 and 3, are correct. Vietnam did not become a full member—it joined as a Partner Country, which allows cooperation without decision-making powers (Statement 2 is correct). Vietnam is the 10th Partner Country (Statement 3 is incorrect). Partner Countries do not have equal voting rights (Statement 4 is incorrect). Hence, two statements are correct.

Q3:

Consider the following statement and choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) systems contribute significantly to public health improvements in areas near coal-based thermal power plants.

Reason (R): Sulphur dioxide (SO₂) emissions from thermal power plants are a major precursor to fine particulate matter (PM2.5), which is strongly linked to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.

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:

FGD systems remove SO₂ from the flue gases of coal-fired power plants. SO₂, when released into the atmosphere, reacts to form sulphate aerosols—a major component of PM2.5. PM2.5 particles penetrate deep into the lungs and bloodstream, leading to a range of serious health issues including asthma, bronchitis, and heart disease. By curbing SO₂ emissions, FGDs help reduce PM2.5 concentrations, thereby directly improving ambient air quality and public health. Hence, both the assertion and the reason are correct, and the reason explains the assertion accurately.

Q4:

Consider the following statements regarding India–Cyprus relations:

1.       Cyprus is scheduled to assume the presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2026.

2.      India and Cyprus have signed a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

3.      Cyprus is conducting offshore natural gas exploration in contested areas of the Eastern Mediterranean near Turkey.

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

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Cyprus is indeed slated to hold the rotating presidency of the EU Council in 2026, giving it strategic influence during India-EU FTA negotiations. It is also involved in offshore natural gas exploration in disputed zones of the Eastern Mediterranean, a source of tension with Turkey. However, India and Cyprus have not signed a Free Trade Agreement. They cooperate under a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA), not an FTA.

Q5:

Consider the following statements about the Lokpal:

1.       The Lokpal can supervise investigations by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED).

2.      It has powers similar to a civil court during preliminary inquiries.

3.      It can investigate complaints against the Prime Minister in all matters without restriction.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A: Only 2

B: Only 1 and 2

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

The Lokpal can supervise investigations by the Directorate of Enforcement only indirectly through coordination but primarily supervises the DSPE (CBI). It does have civil court powers for conducting inquiries, as per the Code of Civil Procedure. However, its power to probe the Prime Minister is limited—matters of national security, international relations, and atomic energy are excluded. So only statement 2 is correct.