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Daily-mcqs 21 Jan 2026
Q1:
Consider the following statements regarding the High Seas Treaty: 1. It applies to ocean areas beyond 200 nautical miles from the coast. 2. Nearly two-thirds of the world’s oceans fall under its jurisdiction. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: None
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1: Correct — ABNJ generally lie beyond the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of 200 nautical miles.
Statement 2: Correct — about two-thirds of the oceans are high seas.
Q2:
With reference to Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) under the High Seas Treaty, consider the following: 1. The treaty creates a legal mechanism to establish MPAs in international waters. 2. More than 30% of the high seas are already protected under MPAs. 3. MPAs contribute to achieving the global “30×30” biodiversity target. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1: Correct — establishing MPAs in high seas is a central innovation of the treaty.
Statement 2: Incorrect — currently only ~1% of high seas are protected.
Statement 3: Correct — MPAs help achieve the 30% protection of seas by 2030 target.
Q3:
The entry into force of the High Seas Treaty is significant because: 1. It creates the first legally binding biodiversity framework for international waters. 2. It strengthens the role of oceans in climate change mitigation. 3. It replaces the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1: Correct — this is the first binding biodiversity-focused regime for high seas.
Statement 2: Correct — healthy oceans aid carbon sequestration and climate regulation.
Statement 3: Incorrect — the treaty supplements UNCLOS, not replaces it.
Q4:
Consider the following statements regarding BRICS: 1. BRICS originated from a concept coined in 2001 to describe fast-growing emerging markets. 2. South Africa joined BRICS in 2010. 3. BRICS has expanded under the BRICS+ framework to include countries like Egypt and the UAE. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: D
Explanation:
All three statements are correct and reflect the evolution and expansion of BRICS.
BRICS+ enhances representation of the Global South.
Q5:
Consider the following statements regarding the proposed BRICS CBDC linkage: 1. It aims to facilitate cross-border payments for trade and tourism. 2. It seeks to improve settlement efficiency and reduce transaction costs. 3. It explicitly targets de-dollarisation of BRICS economies. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statements 1 and 2: Correct — the proposal focuses on payment efficiency, cost reduction, and interoperability.
Statement 3: Incorrect — RBI has clarified that the initiative is not explicitly aimed at de-dollarisation, though it may indirectly diversify payment systems.
Q6:
1. IMF was established to promote international monetary cooperation. 2. IMF provides long-term development finance similar to the World Bank. 3. IMF resources are mainly contributed by member countries in the form of quotas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?With reference to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), consider the following statements:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: IMF aims to ensure global monetary stability, exchange rate stability, and international monetary cooperation.
Statement 2 – Incorrect: IMF provides short- to medium-term balance of payments (BoP) support, not long-term development finance (this is the role of the World Bank).
Statement 3 – Correct: IMF funds come primarily from quotas contributed by member countries.
Q7:
1. UAE is India’s third largest trading partner. 2. UAE is India’s second largest export destination. 3. Bilateral trade has crossed US $100 billion in recent years. Which of the statements given above are correct?With reference to India–UAE trade relations, consider the following statements:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: D
Explanation:
Statement 1 (Correct): The UAE is consistently India's third-largest trading partner.
Statement 2 (Correct): The UAE serves as India's second-largest destination for exports.
Statement 3 (Correct): Bilateral trade crossed the $100 billion mark in fiscal year 2024-25, up from around $72 billion in FY 2022.
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