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Consider the following statements regarding the Justice Department’s 2026 litigation over voter registration data:
1.U.S. District Judge David Carter ruled that federal centralization of voter data would have a "chilling effect" on registration.
2.A federal judge in Oregon upheld the DOJ’s demand for unredacted voter rolls to assist in "audit" efforts.
3.The DOJ sued 23 states and D.C., specifically targeting states led by Democrats or won by Joe Biden in 2020
- A
1 and 2 Only
- B
2 and 3 Only
- C
1 and 3 Only
- D
1,2, and 3
Explanation
As per the source context, Statement 1 is correct (Judge Carter’s ruling in California). Statement 3 is also correct regarding the scope and political leaning of the lawsuits. Statement 2 is the "trap": the source explicitly states that a federal judge dismissed a similar lawsuit against Oregon, rather than upholding it.
In the context of the institutional framework for capacity building in India, consider the following statements regarding Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV):
GSV serves as the Strategic Knowledge Partner for the Bharat CPSEs' Consultative Conclave.
It became the first academic institution to join the national mission "Kshamta SANGAM."
The conclave aims to produce a "Bharat CPSE Compendium" and an addressee-specific "Reform Agenda" for evidence-based decision-making.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- A
1 and 2 only
- B
2 and 3 only
- C
1 and 3 only
- D
1, 2, and 3
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as the source identifies GSV as the Strategic Knowledge Partner due to its domain leadership in transportation and logistics. Statement 2 is correct; the pre-launch Joint Declaration for Kshamta SANGAM marked GSV as the inaugural academic partner in this mission to mobilize academia for governance. Statement 3 is correct; the conclave is designed as a first-of-its-kind consultative platform where the resulting knowledge briefs, specifically the "Bharat CPSE Compendium" and "Reform Agenda," are intended to guide policy formulation and inform decision-making in India's asset management ecosystem.
Which body is heading the 10-member Task Force constituted to assess the revival of Formula 1 in India?
- A
Indian Olympic Association (IOA)
- B
NITI Aayog
- C
Sports Authority of India (SAI)
- D
Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI)
Explanation
The Task Force is headed by Yugal Kishore Joshi, Programme Director and Adviser at NITI Aayog, aimed at establishing a roadmap for an F1 Grand Prix by 2028.
With reference to the 'Pension Adalat' initiative organized by the Union Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, consider the following statements:
It was instituted in 2017 to provide on-the-spot resolution for long-standing grievances of pensioners.
The mechanism has demonstrated an overall grievance resolution success rate exceeding 70% since its inception.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A
1 only
- B
2 only
- C
Both 1 and 2
- D
Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: The Pension Adalat mechanism was instituted by the Ministry in 2017 to deliver on-the-spot redressal for long-pending pension complaints.
Statement 2 is correct: Across its first 16 adalats, out of 28,797 total grievances submitted, 20,676 were resolved on the spot, yielding an official success rate of 71.79%.
- AIt ensures the concentration of power in one institution
- BIt promotes the independence of the Judiciary
- CIt helps to maintain a balance of power among institutions
- DIt undermines the role of the Executive
Explanation
Taxi and auto drivers in Mumbai must learn to read, write, and speak Marathi by which deadline to avoid losing their licenses?
- A
June 1, 2026
- B
August 15, 2026
- C
May 1, 2026
- D
December 31, 2026
Explanation
Transport Minister Pratap Baburao Sarnaik initially set a May 1 deadline but later pushed it to August 15 to give drivers a longer window for learning.
o Why others are incorrect: C was the original, discarded deadline. A was the date the course was introduced. D is not mentioned.
To be egiible for immunity from prosecution under Section 64A, an individual must
satisfy which of the following conditions?
1. The individual must be established as an "addict", defined as a habitual user.
2. The decision to seek de-addiction treatment must be voluntary.
3. The treatment can be undertaken at any registered private psychiatric clinic of the
accused's choice. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- A
1 and 2 only
- B
2 and 3 Only
- C
1 and 3 Only
- D
1,2 and 3
Explanation
Section 64A requires the individual to be an "addict" and
the treatment to be voluntary.
• Why others are incorrect: Statement 3 is false because the law requires treatment
at recognized government facilities or accredited centers, not any private clinic.
Starting October 1, 2026, the Government of India has made Aadhaar biometric authentication mandatory for all subsidised domestic LPG refills. What are the primary objectives of this policy?
To prevent the diversion of subsidised domestic cylinders for commercial or industrial purposes.
To identify and remove duplicate or ineligible connections from the database.
To provide a legal basis for denying LPG refills to households that lack digital literacy.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- A
1 and 2 only
- B
2 and 3 only
- C
1 and 3 only
- D
1, 2, and 3
Explanation
The policy aims to ensure that subsidies reach only genuine, deserving households. It is a tool for fiscal transparency and leakage prevention. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Ministry explicitly stated that the process is not meant to deny LPG to any genuine household and offers several ways—at delivery, showrooms, or via mobile apps—to complete authentication. This reflects the "So What?" of governance: utilizing biometrics not for exclusion, but for precise fiscal targeting.
Which of the following are recognized challenges or loopholes in the implementation of Section 64A?
1.Ambiguity in the legal definition of "addict".
2.Police preference for filing cases under Section 27 to improve conviction rates.
3.Lack of awareness among judicial officers and beneficiaries in rural areas.
4.Total absence of de-addiction centres in metropolitan areas.
- A
1 and 3 only
- B
1, 2 and 3 only
- C
2 and 4 only
- D
1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation
The major implementation challenges include:
An unclear definition of "addict".
A tendency of law enforcement to rely on Section 27.
Limited awareness among officials and affected individuals.
Statement 4 is incorrect because metropolitan areas generally have de-addiction centres, whereas shortages are more common in rural regions.
In the context of “Viksit Bharat,” how does the National Education Policy (NEP) intersect with the Skill India Mission to foster nation-building?
1.By replacing the Apprenticeship Act with an NEP-mandated “Cluster Education Model” that restricts vocational training to the informal sector.
2.By institutionalizing a framework for continuous skill upgradation and technology adoption to foster a spirit of service among young workers.
3.By mandating that all higher education funding be diverted exclusively to Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) for post-linked apprenticeships.
4.By decoupling academic certification from industrial requirements to maintain the theoretical purity of the Indian education system.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- A
1 only
- B
2 only
- C
3 only
- D
2 and 3 only
Explanation
The Prime Minister highlighted that the NEP and Skill India Mission are complementary tools for continuously upgrading skills and adopting new technologies while maintaining a “future-ready” workforce.
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