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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 27 Feb 2026

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

With reference to the India–Nepal MoU signed on February 25, 2026, consider the following statements:

1.   The MoU promotes landscape-level conservation for transboundary species.

2.   It focuses exclusively on Himalayan ecosystems.

3.   It includes cooperation in climate action and biodiversity protection.

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:

Statement 1: Correct. The MoU adopts a landscape-based approach for conserving transboundary species.

Statement 2: Incorrect. The scope covers both the Terai Arc Landscape and Himalayan ecosystems; it is not exclusive to the Himalayas.

Statement 3: Correct. The agreement encompasses forest management, wildlife protection, biodiversity conservation, and climate action.

Q2:

Which of the following statements correctly describes the India–Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship (1950)?

1.   It provides for an open border between the two countries.

2.   Citizens of both countries can reside and work in each other's territory.

3.   It mandates a common currency arrangement.

Select the correct answer:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The treaty establishes an open border of approximately 1,850 km, allowing for the free movement of people and goods without the requirement of a visa or passport.

Statement 2 is correct: Under Articles 6 and 7, the two governments agree to grant reciprocal treatment to each other's citizens. This includes the right to reside, work, own property, and participate in trade and commerce in either territory.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The 1950 Treaty does not mandate a common currency. While the Nepali Rupee is pegged to the Indian Rupee (at a fixed exchange rate of 1.6:1), this is a monetary policy decision by Nepal rather than a requirement of the 1950 treaty.

Q3:

With reference to the International Energy Agency (IEA), consider the following statements:

1.   It was established in response to the 1973 oil crisis.

2.   Full membership of the IEA is currently restricted to OECD member countries.

3.   Associate members enjoy full voting rights in IEA decision-making.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 – Correct
IEA was created in 1974 after the 1973 Arab oil embargo.

Statement 2 – Correct
Under its founding agreement — the International Energy Program Agreement (IEPA) — full membership is restricted to OECD countries.

Statement 3 – Incorrect
Associate members (like India) do not have full voting rights.

Q4:

With reference to the Women, Business and the Law (WBL) 2026 Report, consider the following statements:

1.   It evaluates 190 economies.

2.   It is published annually by UN Women.

3.   It introduces the WBL 2.0 framework.

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:

Statement 1 – Correct
The report covers 190 economies.

Statement 2 – Incorrect
It is published by the World Bank, not UN Women.

Statement 3 – Correct
WBL 2026 introduces the WBL 2.0 framework.

Q5:

Which of the following statements about cervical cancer in India is correct?

1.   It is the most common cancer among women in India.

2.   Nearly 1.25 lakh new cases are reported annually.

3.   It accounts for around 75,000 deaths every year.

Select the correct answer:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women in India; breast cancer is the most common.

Statement 2 is correct: India reports approximately 1.25 lakh (125,000) new cervical cancer cases annually.

Statement 3 is correct: The disease is responsible for roughly 75,000 deaths every year in India.