UPSC Current affairs by Santhosh Rao sir

Q).Consider the following statements about the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM): 1. The LRLACM has a range of over 1,000 kilometers. 2. The missile was developed  by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). 3. The LRLACM can be launched from both ground-based mobile platforms and naval vessels. 4. The missile is equipped with advanced navigation and maneuverability systems, making it difficult to intercept and evading detection. Which of the above statements are correct? #MCQs A: 1, 3, and 4 B: 2, 3, and 4 C: 1, 2, and 4 D: 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q).Consider the following statements regarding India's First All-Women Battalion in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): 1.    The all-women battalion will consist of 1,025 female personnel, selected from the existing CISF workforce of about 1.8 lakh personnel. 2.    The battalion will focus on high-profile security operations, such as VIP protection, airport security, and counter-terrorism operations. 3.    Women currently make up 10% of the total personnel in CISF. 4.    The all-women battalion will be part of CISF's reserve battalion structure. Which of the above statements is/are correct? #MCQs A: 1, 2, and 3 B: 1, 2, and 4 C: 2 and 3 D: 1, 3, and 4

Q).Which of the following statements about Azerbaijan is/are correct? 1.    Azerbaijan is a transcontinental country that bridges Asia and Europe, with its capital in Baku. 2.    The Kura and Aras rivers are primarily important for Azerbaijan's mining industry. 3.    The highest peak in Azerbaijan is Bazardyuzyu, located in the Greater Caucasus mountain range. 4.    Azerbaijan has a territorial dispute with Armenia over the Nagorno-Karabakh region. #MCQs A: 1 and 3 B: 1, 3, and 4 C: 2 and 4 D: 1, 2, 3, and 4

Q).Consider the following statements regarding the Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra): 1.    The Eurasian Otter was first time seen in Indapur, Pune District. 2.    Eurasian Otters are commonly found across all regions of India. 3.    The Eurasian Otter is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN and is protected under India's Wildlife Protection Act (Schedule II). 4.    These otters are typically found in saline coastal habitats. Which of the above statements is/are correct? #MCQs A: 1 and 3 only B: 1 and 2 only C: 3 and 4 only D: 1 and 3 only

Q).Consider the following statements regarding Global Carbon Markets: 1.    Article 6 of the Paris Agreement allows for bilateral trading of carbon credits. 2.    Article 6.4 establishes a UN-supervised global carbon market that facilitates regulated trading beyond bilateral agreements, creating a platform for broader cooperation. 3.    The implementation of Article 6 is projected to reduce the overall cost of climate goals by $250 billion annually. How many of the above statements are correct? #MCQs A: Only 1 B: Only 2 C: All three D: None

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Q).Consider the following statements regarding the insecticide Carbosulfan: 1. It belongs to the organophosphate chemical group. 2. It breaks down into carbofuran, which is a highly hazardous substance. 3. Medical science has discovered a specific antidote to reverse its poisoning. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? #MCQs A: 1 and 2 only B: 2 only C: 2 and 3 only D: 1, 2, and 3

Q).Consider the following statements regarding the boundary delimitation and management between India and China: 1. Delimitation refers to the physical demarcation and marking of agreed boundaries on the ground using pillars and cartographic mapping. 2. The Line of Actual Control (LAC) is a mutually agreed, legally demarcated international boundary recognized by both countries in formal treaties. 3. The 2005 Agreement on Political Parameters and Guiding Principles envisions a mutually acceptable, package-based solution for the final boundary settlement. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? #MCQs A: 1 and 2 only B: 3 only C: 2 and 3 only D: 1, 2, and 3

Q).Consider the following statements regarding the Essential Religious Practices (ERP) doctrine in India: 1. The ERP doctrine is explicitly defined and detailed under Article 25 of the Constitution of India. 2. The doctrine is generally traced back to the Supreme Court's ruling in the Shirur Mutt Case (1954). 3. It is used to determine which religious practices receive constitutional protection under Articles 25 and 26. Which of the statements given above are correct? #MCQs A: 1 and 2 only B: 1 and 3 only C: 2 and 3 only D: 1, 2, and 3

Q).With reference to Diving Support Vessels (DSVs) and their strategic role in the Indian Navy, consider the following statements: 1. They are specialised platforms exclusively restricted to surface warfare and anti-piracy patrols. 2. They feature advanced systems capable of supporting deep-sea saturation diving and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). 3. The construction of these vessels with high indigenous content directly contributes to the goal of Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence manufacturing. Which of the statements given above are correct? #MCQs A: 1 and 2 only B: 1 and 3 only C: 2 and 3 only D: 1, 2, and 3

Q).Consider the following statements regarding INS Nipun and the Nistar-class vessels: 1. INS Nipun is the first indigenously designed and built Diving Support Vessel (DSV) of the Indian Navy. 2. These vessels are constructed by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), Visakhapatnam. 3. When equipped with a Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV), these DSVs can function as a mother ship for rescuing personnel from distressed submarines. Which of the statements given above are correct? #MCQs A: 1 and 2 only B: 1 and 3 only C: 2 and 3 only D: 1, 2, and 3

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The Hindu Highlights for UPSC | 30 August 2026 🔍 | Daily CA Booster 🚀 by Santhosh Rao Menneni sir: NATIONAL 1.Rescue efforts on a war footing in Nepal as disaster toll hits 675 2.Not a good sign if a Bar Council loses respect: SC judge 3.T.N. to set up safe houses for vulnerable inter-caste couples 4.PM in Uzbekistan for 2-day visit ahead of SCO summit 5.Stakes high as India seeks to reset ties with Central Asian countries 6.FSSAI’s proposed warning labels could let unhealthy foods escape scrutiny’ News in Frames 1.Hope hangs in the skies FAQ 1.Why is Meta’s $17.1-billion settlement significant? 2.Why is FSSAI tightening the rules on food claims? 3.Can an accused be denied a copy of the FIR? PROFILES 1.A Himalayan tragedy 2.Trump’s crypto U-turn 3.Back to society SCIENCE 1.Blaming climate change for extreme weather has limits INTERNATIONAL 1.37 killed in blast following Russian strike on weapons depot in Ukraine 2.U.S. to control 65 bn barrels of Venezuela’s oil: Trump #TheHinduHighlights #TheHinduCurrentAffairs #TheHinduExplained #UPSCCurrentAffairs

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Q).Consider the following statements regarding the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS): 1. It is implemented by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. 2. The scheme features a Target Segment specifically created to support Indian-owned mobile phone brands with incentives for local design and R&D. 3. It provides an additional incentive for the domestic sourcing of key sub-assemblies and components. Which of the statements given above are correct? #MCQs A: 1 and 2 only B: 1 and 3 only C: 2 and 3 only D: 1, 2, and 3