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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 04 Oct 2025

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

Consider the following statements about India’s Pulse Mission:

It is a six‑year mission.

It aims to achieve self‑sufficiency in pulses by 2030‑31.

It provides assured procurement for all pulses at MSP by the government for four years.

Which of these statements 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:

The mission is six years long (2025‑26 to 2030‑31). It aims to achieve self‑sufficiency (Aatmanirbharta) in pulses by 2030‑31.

National Pulses Mission ensures 100% procurement of pulses like tur, urad and masoor at Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all but the smallest pulses for a period of four years to increase self-sufficiency in pulses.

Q2:

Consider the following statements about the SARAL tool:

1.   It is developed by the Department of Science and Technology.

2.   It generates content like videos and podcasts for public dissemination.

3.   It is part of a broader initiative to promote deep-tech start-ups and global R&D leadership.

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: C

Explanation:

· Statement 1 is incorrect: SARAL is developed by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), not the Department of Science and Technology.

· Statement 2 is correct: SARAL generates videos, podcasts, posters, and presentations to make research accessible.

· Statement 3 is correct: It aligns with India’s ₹1 lakh crore R&D initiative supporting deep-tech start-ups and global R&D leadership.

Q3:

What are the target production and area expansion goals under the Pulse Mission by 2030‑31?

A: Increase pulse production to ~350 lakh tonnes and expand cultivation area to ~310 lakh hectares

B: Increase production to ~240 lakh tonnes and area to ~200 lakh hectares

C: Produce a surplus of pulses such that imports drop to zero

D: Only improve yield per hectare without expanding area

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Answer: A

Explanation:

The mission lays down goals of increasing production (from approx. 242 lakh tonnes) to ~350 lakh tonnes, and increasing area under pulses to ~310 lakh hectares by 2030‑31.

Q4:

Typhoon Bualoi, which recently hit Vietnam and the Philippines, is locally known in the Philippines by which name?

A: Opong

B: Ragasa

C: Mitag

D: Kajiki

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Answer: A

Explanation:

The name “Opong” is the local name given by PAGASA (Philippines) for Typhoon Bualoi.

Q5:

Why is the Sir Creek region geopolitically significant for India and Pakistan?

1.   It affects maritime boundaries and Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs).

2.   It contains rich reserves of oil and natural gas.

3.   It is a densely populated area with several important ports.

4.   It lies close to international shipping lanes.

Select the correct answer using the code below:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 1,3 and 4 only

C: 2 ,3 and 4 only

D: 1, 2, 3 and 4

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Answer: A

Explanation:

· Statement 1 is correct: Sir Creek directly influences maritime boundaries and EEZs, which are vital for fishing rights and maritime exploration.

· Statement 2 is correct: Control over Sir Creek is crucial due to potential oil and gas resources.

· Statement 3 is incorrect: The area is marshy, uninhabited, and ecologically fragile, not densely populated.

· Statement 4 is not correct bacause It is not lies close to international shipping lanes.