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Daily-mcqs 25 Nov 2025
Q1:
Consider the following statements regarding the constitutional and procedural framework for appointing the Chief Justice of India: 1. Article 124(2) of the Constitution provides for the appointment of Supreme Court judges, including the CJI, by the President after consultation. 2. The convention of appointing the senior-most judge as the next CJI is explicitly mandated by the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: None
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct. Article 124(2) gives the President authority to appoint Supreme Court judges after consultation.
Statement 2 – Incorrect. The seniority rule is a convention, not a constitutional mandate.
Q2:
With reference to the India–Brazil–South Africa (IBSA) Dialogue Forum, consider the following statements: 1. IBSA was established as a trilateral grouping in 2003 to promote South–South cooperation and democratic global governance. 2. IBSA includes three regional powers from Asia, Africa, and Latin America. 3. IBSA is a formal treaty-based organisation with a permanent secretariat in New Delhi. 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: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct. IBSA was formed in 2003 with a strong focus on South–South cooperation, global governance reform, and development partnerships.
Statement 2 – Correct. It links India (Asia), Brazil (Latin America), and South Africa (Africa) — three major multi-ethnic democracies spanning three continents.
Statement 3 – Incorrect. IBSA is not treaty-based, has no permanent secretariat, and operates through summits, ministerial meetings, and working groups.
Q3:
With reference to Clause 6 of the Assam Accord, consider the following statements: 1. Clause 6 mandates constitutional, legislative, and administrative safeguards to protect the cultural, social, and linguistic identity of the Assamese people. 2. The High-Level Committee on Clause 6 implementation, led by Justice (Retd.) Biplab Kumar Sharma, recommended a total of 57 measures, all of which have been accepted by the Assam Cabinet. 3. Clause 6 explicitly defines who qualifies as an “Assamese person.” Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct. Clause 6 calls for constitutional, legislative, and administrative safeguards to preserve the identity of Assamese people.
Statement 2 – Incorrect. The HLC recommended 67 measures; 57 have been approved, while 10 remain under discussion with the Centre.
Statement 3 – Incorrect. Clause 6 does not define “Assamese people.” This ambiguity has been a major reason for delayed implementation.
Q4:
Consider the following provisions of the Assam Accord (1985): 1. Persons who entered Assam before 1 January 1966 were to be regularised and given full citizenship rights. 2. Persons who entered Assam between 1 January 1966 and 24 March 1971 would have their names deleted from electoral rolls but could regain voting rights after 10 years from registration. 3. Persons who entered Assam on or after 25 March 1971 were to be detected and expelled in accordance with law. 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: D
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct. Individuals arriving before 1 Jan 1966 were to be regularised and granted full rights.
Statement 2 – Correct. Those arriving between 1 Jan 1966 and 24 March 1971:
· identified under the Foreigners Act
· names removed from electoral rolls
· eligible for restoration after 10 years of being declared foreigners.
Statement 3 – Correct. Those entering on or after 25 March 1971 are to be detected, deleted, and expelled as per law.
Q5:
With reference to INS Mahe, consider the following statements: 1. INS Mahe is the first ship of the Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL). 2. The ship incorporates low acoustic signature and low radar cross-section as part of its stealth features. 3. The crest of INS Mahe features the traditional Urumi sword associated with Kalarippayattu. 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 – Incorrect. INS Mahe is built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL), not MDL.
Statement 2 – Correct. As an ASW-SWC designed for littoral operations, it includes low acoustic signature, low RCS, and enhanced agility — all stealth characteristics.
Statement 3 – Correct. The crest features an Urumi, the flexible sword from Kalarippayattu, symbolising agility and lethal precision.
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