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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 30 Sep 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

With reference to Gokul Jalashay and Udaipur Jheel, recently designated Ramsar sites in Bihar, consider the following statements:

1.   Both Gokul Jalashay and Udaipur Jheel are oxbow lakes.

2.   Udaipur Jheel is part of a Wildlife Sanctuary.

3.   Gokul Jalashay supports migratory bird species.

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: D

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Both wetlands are oxbow lakes — Gokul Jalashay is a dead arm of the Ganges, and Udaipur Jheel lies in the floodplain of the Gandaki River (or a tributary).

Statement 2 is correct: Udaipur Jheel lies within the Udaypur Wildlife Sanctuary.

Statement 3 is correct: Gokul Jalashay supports over 50 species of birds, including resident and migratory species.

Q2:

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. India has the highest number of Ramsar sites in Asia as of 2025.

2. Tamil Nadu has the most Ramsar sites among Indian states.

3.The Ramsar Convention was adopted in 1990 in Ramsar, Iran.

Choose the correct option:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 2 only

C: 1 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: India has highest numbers of Ramsar sites in Asia, total 93.

Statement 2 is correct: Tamil Nadu has the highest number of Ramsar Sites in India, with 20 designated wetlands as of June 2025, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 10 sites.

Statement 3 is wrong: Ramsar Convention was adopted in 1971.

Q3:

Which of the following is/are true about the nomination and designation process for a Biosphere Reserve under UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme?

1. It is the national government that submits the nomination for UNESCO recognition.

2. The nominated area must satisfy criteria set out in Article 4 of the 1995 Statutory Framework.

3. Once designated, periodic review of the biosphere reserve is required (approx every 10 years).

Select the correct option:

A: 1 only

B: 2 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: D

Explanation:

All statements are true. The national government (often via its National MAB Committee) forwards the nomination to UNESCO. The nomination must satisfy criteria under Article 4 of the 1995 Statutory Framework. Once designated, reserves are subject to periodic review (every ~10 years) to ensure they continue to meet the standards.

Q4:

Consider the statements regarding the Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve, as recently designated under UNESCO’s network:

1.   It is India’s first high‑altitude cold desert biosphere reserve.

2.   It spans areas including Pin Valley National Park, Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary, Chandratal, and Sarchu.

3.   It lies at altitudes between approximately 3,300 m to 6,600 m.

Which of the above 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: D

Explanation:

All three statements are correct regarding Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve:

It is the first high-altitude cold desert Biosphere Reserve in India.

It includes areas such as Pin Valley, Kibber, Chandratal, and Sarchu.

Its altitudinal range is approximately between 3,300 and 6,600 metres.

Q5:

With reference to the “snapback” mechanism under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), consider the following statements:

1.   It allows any JCPOA signatory to reimpose previously lifted UN sanctions on Iran in case of significant non-compliance.

2.   The mechanism can be blocked by a veto from any permanent member of the UN Security Council.

3.   It is embedded in both the JCPOA agreement and the corresponding UN Security Council resolution.

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 is correct:
The snapback mechanism allows any JCPOA participant to initiate the reimposition of sanctions if Iran is found in "significant non-performance" of its obligations.

Statement 2 is incorrect:
The snapback cannot be blocked by a veto from any permanent member of the UN Security Council — this is a key design feature to prevent deadlock and ensure enforcement.