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Daily-mcqs 23 Jan 2026
Q1:
With reference to the Global Risks Report 2026, consider the following statements regarding geoeconomic confrontation: 1. It involves the use of economic tools such as sanctions and trade restrictions for geopolitical objectives. 2. It has emerged as the most significant short-term global risk (2026–2028). 3. It primarily arises due to environmental degradation and climate change. 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: Geoeconomic confrontation refers to the strategic use of economic instruments—sanctions, trade barriers, investment controls, and technology bans—for geopolitical leverage.
Statement 2 – Correct: The report explicitly identifies geoeconomic confrontation as the top near-term global risk.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: While environmental risks are critical, geoeconomic confrontation arises from strategic economic competition, not directly from environmental causes.
Q2:
Consider the following statements regarding Article 21 of the Constitution of India 1. Article 21 protects the right to life but not reputation. 2. Arrest automatically suspends constitutional protections. 3. The right to dignity continues during criminal proceedings. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Incorrect: The right to reputation and dignity is an intrinsic part of Article 21.
Statement 2 – Incorrect: Arrest does not suspend fundamental rights.
Statement 3 – Correct: The court reaffirmed continuous protection of dignity throughout criminal proceedings.
Q3:
With reference to the term “Global Water Bankruptcy”, as highlighted in a recent UN report, consider the following statements: 1. It refers to a situation where freshwater withdrawals exceed natural recharge to an irreversible extent. 2. It is synonymous with water stress and seasonal water scarcity. 3. It emphasizes unsustainable water management rather than mere physical availability. 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: Water bankruptcy denotes irreversible depletion of rivers, aquifers, and glaciers.
Statement 2 – Incorrect: It goes beyond water stress or crisis, which can be temporary or reversible.
Statement 3 – Correct: The concept highlights mismanagement and over-extraction, not just scarcity.
Q4:
Why India is considered particularly vulnerable to global water bankruptcy? 1. India supports 18% of the global population with only 4% of freshwater resources. 2. Nearly 600 million Indians face high-to-extreme water stress. 3. By 2030, India’s water demand may exceed supply by 70%. 4. India relies primarily on desalination for freshwater supply. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1,3 and 4 only
C: 1, 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: India holds only 4% of the world's renewable water resources while supporting roughly 18% of the global population.
Statement 2 is correct: According to NITI Aayog, nearly 600 million people in India face high-to-extreme water stress.
Statement 3 is correct: Projections indicate that by 2030, the demand for water will exceed supply by a significant margin, often cited as 70% or leading to critical shortages.
Statement 4 is incorrect: India does not rely primarily on desalination; it relies heavily on groundwater, which is over-extracted.
Q5:
With reference to Universal Health Coverage (UHC), consider the following statements: 1. UHC ensures access to preventive, promotive, curative, rehabilitative, and palliative health services. 2. UHC aims to eliminate all private healthcare provision. 3. UHC seeks to prevent financial hardship due to healthcare expenses. 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: UHC covers the full spectrum of essential health services.
Statement 2 – Incorrect: UHC does not exclude private providers; it focuses on access, affordability, and regulation.
Statement 3 – Correct: Protection from catastrophic health expenditure is central to UHC.
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