MCSCCE • 2009
Considering the governance of agricultural procurement in Mizoram, which of the following crops are typically covered under the state's Minimum Support Price (MSP) or price support mechanisms to protect local farmers?
A)
Wheat, Maize, and Soyabean
B)
Ginger, Turmeric, Mizo Chilli, and Broomstick
C)
Cotton, Jute, and Sugarcane
D)
Coffee, Tea, and Rubber
The Government of Mizoram provides price support and MSP for crops that are indigenous and economically significant to the state's hilly terrain, specifically Ginger, Turmeric, Mizo Chilli, and Broomstick, alongside Paddy, to ensure farmers receive fair returns and to encourage local production.
MCSCCE • 2009
Considering the governance and infrastructure development in Mizoram, which of the following projects is a critical rail connectivity link currently being monitored for its completion to enhance the state's logistics?
A)
The Aizawl-Lunglei Express Corridor
B)
The Bairabi-Sairang Railway Project
C)
The Champhai-Myanmar Border Rail Link
D)
The Kolasib-Serchhip Freight Line
The Bairabi-Sairang railway project is a landmark infrastructure project for Mizoram, aimed at connecting the state's capital region to the national rail network. This project is expected to significantly reduce transportation costs for essential commodities and boost the state's economy.
MCSCCE • 2009
Under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), the 'Saturation Approach' adopted for housing completion milestones aims to:
A)
Limit the number of houses built to prevent urban overcrowding.
B)
Ensure that every eligible homeless family or family living in dilapidated houses is provided with a pucca house.
C)
Shift all rural housing projects to high-rise apartments to save agricultural land.
D)
Provide housing only to government employees in Tier-3 cities.
The 'Saturation Approach' in PMAY (both Urban and Gramin) refers to the goal of identifying and covering 100% of the eligible beneficiaries based on SECC data and subsequent surveys. The objective is to ensure that no eligible household is left without a permanent (pucca) house with basic amenities.
MCSCCE • 2009
The Ramon Magsaysay Award, often referred to as 'Asia's Nobel Prize', is awarded for greatness of spirit in service to the people. In which of the following categories is the award NOT typically granted?
A)
Government Service
B)
Public Service
C)
Emergent Leadership
D)
Pure Scientific Research and Theoretical Physics
The Ramon Magsaysay Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service to the people of Asia in categories such as Government Service, Public Service, Journalism, Literature, and Emergent Leadership. Unlike the Nobel Prize, it does not have a category for pure scientific research or theoretical physics; it focuses on humanitarian and social impact.
MCSCCE • 2009
With reference to the World Intellectual Property Day observed on April 26, which of the following statements best describes the primary objective of the Global Innovation Index (GII) often discussed during this period?
A)
To provide a legal framework for the enforcement of patents in developing nations
B)
To rank countries based on their capacity for and success in innovation
C)
To regulate the international trade of intellectual property rights under WTO
D)
To provide financial grants to startups focusing on green technology
The Global Innovation Index (GII) is an annual ranking of countries by their innovation capabilities and results. It is published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in collaboration with other partners. While WIPO manages the treaties, the GII specifically serves as a benchmark to analyze the innovation ecosystem of various nations.
MCSCCE • 2009
Regarding ISRO's Aditya-L1 mission and the Gaganyaan program, which of the following statements is correct?
A)
Aditya-L1 is positioned in a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to track Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs).
B)
The Gaganyaan uncrewed test flights are designed to validate the Crew Escape System and orbital module functionality.
C)
Aditya-L1 uses a geostationary orbit to maintain a constant view of the solar poles.
D)
Gaganyaan's first crewed mission is scheduled to launch from the Sriharikota range using a PSLV-C series rocket.
Aditya-L1 is placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrange point L1, not LEO or geostationary orbit. The Gaganyaan uncrewed test flights (such as the G1 mission) are critical for testing the Crew Escape System (CES) and the life support systems before human astronauts are launched. Gaganyaan utilizes the LVM3 rocket, not the PSLV.
MCSCCE • 2009
Who was recently appointed on 18 December 2015 as the new Chief Information Commissioner of India?
A)
Sushma Singh
B)
Radha Krishna Mathur
C)
Vijai Sharma
D)
Rajiv Mathur
Former Defence Secretary Radha Krishna Mathur was appointed as Chief Information Commissioner on 18 Dec 2015.
MCSCCE • 2009
According to the Commerce Department data, Government of India, the largest trading partner of India in descending order for 2023-24 financial year is :
A)
China>UAE> USA
B)
China>US > UAE
C)
US>China>UAE
D)
US>UAE> China
According to the Ministry of Commerce data for FY 2023-24, China ($118.4 billion) emerged as India's largest two-way trading partner, followed closely by the United States ($118.3 billion) and the UAE ($83.6 billion).
MCSCCE • 2009
Consider the following statements with regard to Henley Passport Index 2024.
1. The index ranks 199 nations based on the strength of their passports.
2. France has topped the list in 2024.
3. The Indian passport ranks 85th on the list.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A)
1 only
B)
1 & 2 only
C)
2 & 3 only
D)
1,2 & 3
The Henley Passport Index 2024 ranks 199 passports (statement 1); France topped the ranking along with five other nations (statement 2); and India was ranked at the 85th spot (statement 3). All three statements are correct.
MCSCCE • 2009
In 2023, the 28" session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was held at :
A)
Glasgow
B)
Spain
C)
Egypt
D)
Dubai
The 28th session of the UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28) took place at Expo City in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) in December 2023.
MCSCCE • 2009
Consider the following statements and identify the correct points related to the recently concluded Lok Sabha General Election, 2024.
1. Counting of votes was held on 4" June 2024.
2. BJP won 240 seats.
3. Indian National Congress Won 99 seats.
4. Telegu Desam Party Won 16 seats.
A)
1&2only
B)
1&3 only
C)
1,2 &3 only
D)
1,2,3&4
In the 2024 Lok Sabha General Elections, counting took place on 4th June 2024, the BJP won 240 seats, the Indian National Congress won 99 seats, and the Telugu Desam Party won 16 seats. All four statements are correct.
MCSCCE • 2009
The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance is:
A)
An organization of private-owned companies
B)
An alliance formed by student organizations in the country
C)
An opposition front announced by the leaders of 28 parties to contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections
D)
A national organization recently created for fostering sustainable development
Option C is correct: An opposition front announced by the leaders of 28 parties to contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
MCSCCE • 2009
The Central Government of India has set a target of providing clean drinking water to all by the year
A)
2021
B)
2022
C)
2023
D)
2024
The Government of India launched the 'Jal Jeevan Mission' (JJM) on August 15, 2019. The primary objective of this mission is to provide Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to every rural household in the country, ensuring the supply of safe and adequate drinking water. The official target date set by the Central Government for the completion of this goal—providing clean drinking water to all rural households—is 2024. Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer. Options (a), (b), and (c) are incorrect as they precede the official deadline set for the mission's completion.
MCSCCE • 2009
The 2019 Non-Resident Indian Day is observed on which city?
A)
Varanasi
B)
Gandhinagar
C)
Kolkata
D)
Bengaluru
In 2019, Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was observed in Varanasi.
MCSCCE • 2009
Which of the following online encyclopedia (All editions) had China blocked in May, 2019?
A)
Metapedia
B)
Rationalwiki
C)
Wikipedia
D)
Interpedia
In May 2019, China blocked access to Wikipedia in all language editions. Among the options, Wikipedia is the well-known online encyclopedia that was blocked. Metapedia, RationalWiki, and Interpedia were not the subject of that China-wide blocking report.
MCSCCE • 2009
Recently, an IAS pensioner in Mizoram announced the establishment of a charitable society, the first of its kind in the state called MLF. The long form of MLF is-
A)
Michael Lalmanzuala Forum
B)
Mizoram Law Forum
C)
Mizoram Law Foundation
D)
Michael Lalmanzuala Foundation
Option C is correct: Mizoram Law Foundation.
MCSCCE • 2009
The first Indian women to win a medal at the Paralympics is:
A)
Fatima Malik
B)
Deepa Malik
C)
Sakshi Malik
D)
Sushila Malik
Based on established principles in Current Affairs, the correct and most appropriate choice is 'Fatima Malik' (Option A).
MCSCCE • 2009
2023 QS World Universities Rankings have included how many Academic Programmes from India within Global Top 100?
A)
22
B)
33
C)
44
D)
12
In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023, a total of 44 academic programmes from Indian higher education institutions were featured within the global Top 100.
MCSCCE • 2009
Which Country has forecasted in 2023 that its population will be doubled in the next 26 years mostly due to migration?
A)
England
B)
Canada
C)
Italy
D)
France
In 2023, Statistics Canada projected that Canada's population would double in 26 years if the record pace of immigration observed in 2022-2023 continued.
MCSCCE • 2009
In 2015 Chinese Government opened Nathu La Pass, the second route for Indian pilgrims on Kailash-Manasarovar Yatra in Tibet, the other route which is considered as the first route is
A)
Lipulekh Pass
B)
Shipki La
C)
Dongkha La
D)
Cho La
The original/first route for the Kailash-Manasarovar Yatra runs through the Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand; the second route through Nathu La Pass in Sikkim was officially opened in 2015.
MCSCCE • 2009
Which sportsperson has won the Sportsman of the Year at the Laureus World Sports Awards 2016?
A)
Novak Djokovic
B)
Lionel Messi
C)
Usain Bolt
D)
Lewis Hamilton
Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic won the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award in 2016 following his dominant 2015 season.
MCSCCE • 2009
Name the Policy of the Government of India which aimed at improving the adverse sex ratio and also to ensure that girls are educated.
A)
Beti Bachao
B)
Beti Padhao
C)
Beti Bachao, Beti Pachao
D)
Kasturba Gandhi Bal Vidyalayas
'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' (BBBP) is the flagship policy launched by the Government of India in 2015 to curb declining child sex ratio and promote girl child education.
MCSCCE • 2009
A Government of India initiative ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana’ launched on 13th January 2016 is related to
A)
Farmer’s Welfare
B)
Share Holder’s Welfare
C)
Welfare of Senior Citizens
D)
Welfare of a girl child
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), launched in January 2016, is the Government of India's flagship crop insurance scheme providing comprehensive financial risk support and welfare to farmers.
MCSCCE • 2009
World Bank recently lent 625 Million US Dollars to Govt. of India to support installation of rooftop solar photo-voltaic (PV) with a capacity of at least
A)
400 MW of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (GRPV)
B)
500 MW of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (GRPV)
C)
600 MW of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (GRPV)
D)
700 MW of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (GRPV)
In May 2016, the World Bank approved a $625 million loan to support the installation of at least 400 MW of Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (GRPV) systems across India through the State Bank of India (SBI).
MCSCCE • 2009
Recently, one American university opened its academic Centre at Connaught Place, New Delhi. The name of the University is
A)
Princeton University
B)
University of Chicago
C)
Texas University
D)
New York University
The University of Chicago established its academic research and dialogue center at Connaught Place, New Delhi.
