Home > Daily-mcqs

Daily-mcqs 22 Aug 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 22 Aug 2025

image
Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements regarding the scope of the Online Gaming Bill, 2025:

1.   The Bill applies only to games of chance involving real money.

2.   It prohibits all online games involving any form of monetary stakes.

3.   Social and skill-based games with no gambling elements are encouraged under the Bill.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: Only 3

D: 1, 2, and 3

Answer: B

Explanation:


  • Statement 1 – Incorrect: The Bill applies to all online money games, whether based on skill, chance, or both. It is not limited to games of chance.

  • Statement 2 – Correct: Any online game involving monetary stakes, including coins, credits, tokens, or real money, is prohibited.

  • Statement 3 – Correct: The Bill explicitly supports e-sports and online social games, provided they are free of gambling or staking components.


                            

Q2:

Consider the following statements about the Gaming Authority under Online Gaming Bill, 2025:

1.   It will be responsible for classifying and registering online games.

2.   It will have the power to block offshore platforms.

3.   It will ensure compliance with rules and safety standards in the gaming sector.
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: The Authority will be empowered to register and categorise games as money games, social games, etc.

  • Statement 2 – Incorrect: The central government, not the Authority, has the power to block content/platforms, especially offshore ones.

  • Statement 3 – Correct: Ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards will be a key responsibility of the Authority.


                            

Q3:

Consider the following statements regarding the Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025:

1.   It seeks to amend Articles 75, 164, and 239AA of the Constitution.

2.   It mandates automatic removal of any Minister or Chief Minister upon being arrested for any criminal offence.

3.   It applies to the Union, States, and the Government of NCT of Delhi.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: Only 3

D: 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Explanation:


  • Statement 1 – Correct: The Bill proposes amendments to Articles 75 (Union Ministers), 164 (State Ministers), and 239AA (Delhi Govt.).

  • Statement 2 – Incorrect: It applies only when the arrest is for offences punishable with 5 years or more and if custody lasts for 30 consecutive days, not any offence.

  • Statement 3 – Correct: The Bill applies to Union, State, and Delhi governments.


                            

Q4:

With reference to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), consider the following statements:

1.   It is a permanent committee under Article 105 of the Constitution.

2.   It is formed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha and includes members from both Houses.

3.   Its recommendations are binding on the Parliament in certain matters.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: Only 2

C: Only 3

D: 1, 2, and 3

Answer: B

Explanation:


  • Statement 1 – Incorrect: The JPC is not a permanent body; it is ad hoc, formed as needed.

  • Statement 2 – Correct: Formed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha, includes members from both Houses proportionally.

  • Statement 3 – Incorrect: Its recommendations are not binding in any matter, though they carry significant influence.


                            

Q5:

Consider the following statements regarding Agni-5 missile:

1.   It is a two-stage missile using a liquid propulsion system.

2.   It has a range of over 5,000 km and can carry a nuclear warhead.

3.   It is developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 and 3 only

C: Only 3

D: 1, 2, and 3

Answer: B

Explanation:


  • Statement 1 – Incorrect: Agni-5 uses a three-stage solid-fuel propulsion system, not two-stage or liquid-fueled.

  • Statement 2 – Correct: Range is 5,000–5,500 km; carries a 1.5-tonne nuclear warhead.

  • Statement 3 – Correct: Developed by DRDO under India’s missile development program.