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Question 1 of 8
1. Question
Q1. {IE – Exports} The eCoO 2.0 system, recently seen in the news, is:
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Explanation
Option (a) is the correct answer
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) launched the enhanced eCoO 2.0 system to simplify export certification, facilitating smoother trade & improving EoDB for Indian exporters.
Features of eCoO 2.0 System:
The eCoO 2.0 system is a digital platform aimed at simplifying the issuance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin (CoO). It promotes digital authentication, reduces paperwork, and ensures faster processing of trade documents.
Multi-User Access: Exporters can now authorize multiple users under a single Importer Exporter Code.
Aadhaar-based e-Signing: Offers an alternative to Digital Signature Tokens, enhancing flexibility and security.
Integrated Dashboard: Provides real-time access to eCoO services, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) information, trade events, and notifications.
In-lieu Certificate of Origin: Allows exporters to request rectifications on previously issued certificates through an easy online application process.
High Processing Volume: The system processes over 7,000 eCoOs daily and connects 125 issuing agencies, 110 chambers of commerce, and 650+ issuing officers.
Answer: (a) A digital platform for the issuance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
Option (a) is the correct answer
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) launched the enhanced eCoO 2.0 system to simplify export certification, facilitating smoother trade & improving EoDB for Indian exporters.
Features of eCoO 2.0 System:
The eCoO 2.0 system is a digital platform aimed at simplifying the issuance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin (CoO). It promotes digital authentication, reduces paperwork, and ensures faster processing of trade documents.
Multi-User Access: Exporters can now authorize multiple users under a single Importer Exporter Code.
Aadhaar-based e-Signing: Offers an alternative to Digital Signature Tokens, enhancing flexibility and security.
Integrated Dashboard: Provides real-time access to eCoO services, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) information, trade events, and notifications.
In-lieu Certificate of Origin: Allows exporters to request rectifications on previously issued certificates through an easy online application process.
High Processing Volume: The system processes over 7,000 eCoOs daily and connects 125 issuing agencies, 110 chambers of commerce, and 650+ issuing officers.
Answer: (a) A digital platform for the issuance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
Option (a) is the correct answer
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) launched the enhanced eCoO 2.0 system to simplify export certification, facilitating smoother trade & improving EoDB for Indian exporters.
Features of eCoO 2.0 System:
The eCoO 2.0 system is a digital platform aimed at simplifying the issuance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin (CoO). It promotes digital authentication, reduces paperwork, and ensures faster processing of trade documents.
Multi-User Access: Exporters can now authorize multiple users under a single Importer Exporter Code.
Aadhaar-based e-Signing: Offers an alternative to Digital Signature Tokens, enhancing flexibility and security.
Integrated Dashboard: Provides real-time access to eCoO services, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) information, trade events, and notifications.
In-lieu Certificate of Origin: Allows exporters to request rectifications on previously issued certificates through an easy online application process.
High Processing Volume: The system processes over 7,000 eCoOs daily and connects 125 issuing agencies, 110 chambers of commerce, and 650+ issuing officers.
Answer: (a) A digital platform for the issuance of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin; Difficulty Level: Hard
Question 2 of 8
2. Question
Q2. {Geo – EG – Mineral Resources} Consider the following minerals:
Lithium
Graphite
Titanium
Tungsten
How many of the above are listed as critical minerals under the National Critical Mineral Mission?
Aimed at Innovation: Promote research in advanced mineral processing & cutting-edge technologies for mineral processing and recovery and establish Centers of Excellence.
Comprehensive Mineral Value Chain: Encourages both public & private investment in global mining projects encompassing exploration, mining, beneficiation, processing & recycling of critical minerals.
Financial Support: ₹16,300 cr. from govt for exploration and recovery of minerals through subsidies and grants & ₹18,000 cr. expected investment from PSUs & private companies.
Infrastructure Development: Establishment of mineral processing parks and promotion of critical mineral recycling.
Stockpile Strategy: Plans to build a national reserve of critical minerals to ensure long-term supply security.
Faster Regulatory Approvals for critical mineral mining projects to ensure smooth operations.
Self-Reliance in Critical Minerals: Reduce dependence on imports by enhancing domestic production and acquiring foreign assets.
Some Critical Minerals Under NCMM:
Lithium & Cobalt: Essential for electric vehicle (EV) batteries and electronics.
Graphite & Nickel: Used in battery storage and alloys.
Rare Earth Elements (REEs): Key for high-tech manufacturing and defense applications.
Titanium & Tungsten: Critical for aerospace and industrial applications.
Vanadium & Molybdenum: Used in steel production and energy storage solutions.
Aimed at Innovation: Promote research in advanced mineral processing & cutting-edge technologies for mineral processing and recovery and establish Centers of Excellence.
Comprehensive Mineral Value Chain: Encourages both public & private investment in global mining projects encompassing exploration, mining, beneficiation, processing & recycling of critical minerals.
Financial Support: ₹16,300 cr. from govt for exploration and recovery of minerals through subsidies and grants & ₹18,000 cr. expected investment from PSUs & private companies.
Infrastructure Development: Establishment of mineral processing parks and promotion of critical mineral recycling.
Stockpile Strategy: Plans to build a national reserve of critical minerals to ensure long-term supply security.
Faster Regulatory Approvals for critical mineral mining projects to ensure smooth operations.
Self-Reliance in Critical Minerals: Reduce dependence on imports by enhancing domestic production and acquiring foreign assets.
Some Critical Minerals Under NCMM:
Lithium & Cobalt: Essential for electric vehicle (EV) batteries and electronics.
Graphite & Nickel: Used in battery storage and alloys.
Rare Earth Elements (REEs): Key for high-tech manufacturing and defense applications.
Titanium & Tungsten: Critical for aerospace and industrial applications.
Vanadium & Molybdenum: Used in steel production and energy storage solutions.
Aimed at Innovation: Promote research in advanced mineral processing & cutting-edge technologies for mineral processing and recovery and establish Centers of Excellence.
Comprehensive Mineral Value Chain: Encourages both public & private investment in global mining projects encompassing exploration, mining, beneficiation, processing & recycling of critical minerals.
Financial Support: ₹16,300 cr. from govt for exploration and recovery of minerals through subsidies and grants & ₹18,000 cr. expected investment from PSUs & private companies.
Infrastructure Development: Establishment of mineral processing parks and promotion of critical mineral recycling.
Stockpile Strategy: Plans to build a national reserve of critical minerals to ensure long-term supply security.
Faster Regulatory Approvals for critical mineral mining projects to ensure smooth operations.
Self-Reliance in Critical Minerals: Reduce dependence on imports by enhancing domestic production and acquiring foreign assets.
Some Critical Minerals Under NCMM:
Lithium & Cobalt: Essential for electric vehicle (EV) batteries and electronics.
Graphite & Nickel: Used in battery storage and alloys.
Rare Earth Elements (REEs): Key for high-tech manufacturing and defense applications.
Titanium & Tungsten: Critical for aerospace and industrial applications.
Vanadium & Molybdenum: Used in steel production and energy storage solutions.
Answer: (d) All four; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 3 of 8
3. Question
Q3. {Envi – Laws} Consider the following statements regarding the Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Act, 2015:
The Act introduced a new category of mining license called the prospecting license-cum-mining lease, which will be granted by state governments.
All leases shall be granted through auction by competitive bidding.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Explanation
Both Statements are correct
The Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Act, 2015 amends the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957.
New category of mining license: i.e. the prospecting license-cum-mining lease is created. It will be granted by state governments for both notified (with the approval of central government) and other minerals.
All leases shall be granted through auction by competitive bidding, including e-auction.
It provides for the creation of:
District Mineral Foundation (DMF)
National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET)
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Both Statements are correct
The Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Act, 2015 amends the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957.
New category of mining license: i.e. the prospecting license-cum-mining lease is created. It will be granted by state governments for both notified (with the approval of central government) and other minerals.
All leases shall be granted through auction by competitive bidding, including e-auction.
It provides for the creation of:
District Mineral Foundation (DMF)
National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET)
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Both Statements are correct
The Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Act, 2015 amends the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957.
New category of mining license: i.e. the prospecting license-cum-mining lease is created. It will be granted by state governments for both notified (with the approval of central government) and other minerals.
All leases shall be granted through auction by competitive bidding, including e-auction.
It provides for the creation of:
District Mineral Foundation (DMF)
National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET)
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 4 of 8
4. Question
Q4. {S&T – Tech} Consider the following statements regarding DeepSeek AI models and its implications:
DeepSeek’s R1 model is designed to be more energy-efficient than traditional AI models by using fewer GPUs.
The projected annual energy consumption of DeepSeek’s AI infrastructure by 2027 is expected to match the electricity demand of Japan.
The “Mixture of Experts” approach in DeepSeek’s models enables cost-effective AI development by allowing specialized models to collaborate.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
DeepSeek is a Chinese AI company based out of Hangzhou founded by entrepreneur Liang Wenfeng.
Owing to its optimal use of scarce resources, DeepSeek has been pitted against US AI powerhouse OpenAI, as it is widely known for building large language models. DeepSeek-V3, one of the first models unveiled by the company, earlier this month surpassed GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 Sonnet in numerous benchmarks.
Deepseek’s R1 model uses only 2,000 GPUs compared to OpenAI’s 16,000+, reducing electricity consumption.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Study finds Deepseek’s annual energy consumption could reach 134 terawatt hours by 2027, equal to the Netherlands’ electricity demand.
Statement 3 is correct
DeepSeek-V3 stands out because of its architecture, known as Mixture-of-Experts (MOE).
The MOE models are like a team of specialist models working together to answer a question, instead of a single big model managing everything.
The DeepSeek-V3 model is trained on 14.8 trillion tokens, which includes large, high-quality datasets that offer the model greater understanding of language and task-specific capabilities.
Additionally, the model uses a new technique known as Multi-Head Latent Attention (MLA) to enhance efficiency and cut costs of training and deployment, allowing it to compete with some of the most advanced models of the day.
Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
DeepSeek is a Chinese AI company based out of Hangzhou founded by entrepreneur Liang Wenfeng.
Owing to its optimal use of scarce resources, DeepSeek has been pitted against US AI powerhouse OpenAI, as it is widely known for building large language models. DeepSeek-V3, one of the first models unveiled by the company, earlier this month surpassed GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 Sonnet in numerous benchmarks.
Deepseek’s R1 model uses only 2,000 GPUs compared to OpenAI’s 16,000+, reducing electricity consumption.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Study finds Deepseek’s annual energy consumption could reach 134 terawatt hours by 2027, equal to the Netherlands’ electricity demand.
Statement 3 is correct
DeepSeek-V3 stands out because of its architecture, known as Mixture-of-Experts (MOE).
The MOE models are like a team of specialist models working together to answer a question, instead of a single big model managing everything.
The DeepSeek-V3 model is trained on 14.8 trillion tokens, which includes large, high-quality datasets that offer the model greater understanding of language and task-specific capabilities.
Additionally, the model uses a new technique known as Multi-Head Latent Attention (MLA) to enhance efficiency and cut costs of training and deployment, allowing it to compete with some of the most advanced models of the day.
Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
DeepSeek is a Chinese AI company based out of Hangzhou founded by entrepreneur Liang Wenfeng.
Owing to its optimal use of scarce resources, DeepSeek has been pitted against US AI powerhouse OpenAI, as it is widely known for building large language models. DeepSeek-V3, one of the first models unveiled by the company, earlier this month surpassed GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 Sonnet in numerous benchmarks.
Deepseek’s R1 model uses only 2,000 GPUs compared to OpenAI’s 16,000+, reducing electricity consumption.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Study finds Deepseek’s annual energy consumption could reach 134 terawatt hours by 2027, equal to the Netherlands’ electricity demand.
Statement 3 is correct
DeepSeek-V3 stands out because of its architecture, known as Mixture-of-Experts (MOE).
The MOE models are like a team of specialist models working together to answer a question, instead of a single big model managing everything.
The DeepSeek-V3 model is trained on 14.8 trillion tokens, which includes large, high-quality datasets that offer the model greater understanding of language and task-specific capabilities.
Additionally, the model uses a new technique known as Multi-Head Latent Attention (MLA) to enhance efficiency and cut costs of training and deployment, allowing it to compete with some of the most advanced models of the day.
Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
Question 5 of 8
5. Question
Q5. {IR – Asia} Consider the following statements regarding the India-Indonesia ties:
Mitra Shakti is a joint military exercise between the Indian and Indonesian Special Forces.
Indonesia is the second largest trading partner of India in the world.
Both India and Indonesia are members of the G20 grouping.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Defence ties between India and Indonesia were strengthened through the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (2018), with regular joint military exercises like GARUDA SHAKTI.
Mitra Shakti is a joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka
Statement 2 is incorrect
Indonesia became India’s second-largest trading partner in ASEAN by 2022. Bilateral trade reached $29 billion in 2023-24.
Indian investments in Indonesia totaled USD 1,219 million (2000-2022) across 4,750 projects, with significant investments channeled via Singapore, suggesting a higher potential than recorded.
Statement 3 is correct
Both India and Indonesia are members of the G20 grouping.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Defence ties between India and Indonesia were strengthened through the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (2018), with regular joint military exercises like GARUDA SHAKTI.
Mitra Shakti is a joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka
Statement 2 is incorrect
Indonesia became India’s second-largest trading partner in ASEAN by 2022. Bilateral trade reached $29 billion in 2023-24.
Indian investments in Indonesia totaled USD 1,219 million (2000-2022) across 4,750 projects, with significant investments channeled via Singapore, suggesting a higher potential than recorded.
Statement 3 is correct
Both India and Indonesia are members of the G20 grouping.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Defence ties between India and Indonesia were strengthened through the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (2018), with regular joint military exercises like GARUDA SHAKTI.
Mitra Shakti is a joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka
Statement 2 is incorrect
Indonesia became India’s second-largest trading partner in ASEAN by 2022. Bilateral trade reached $29 billion in 2023-24.
Indian investments in Indonesia totaled USD 1,219 million (2000-2022) across 4,750 projects, with significant investments channeled via Singapore, suggesting a higher potential than recorded.
Statement 3 is correct
Both India and Indonesia are members of the G20 grouping.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Hard
Question 6 of 8
6. Question
Q6. {IE – Industry} Consider the following statements regarding the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS):
The scheme provides 100% guarantee coverage for loans up to Rs. 100 crore.
MSMEs with a valid Udyam Registration Number are eligible for the scheme.
Loans can cover 100% of the project cost for plant and machinery/equipment.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statements 1 and 3 are incorrect and statement 2 is correct
The Government of India has approved the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS) for MSMEs to support the manufacturing sector, aligning with the 2024-25 Budget announcements.
Key Features of the Scheme:
Eligibility:MSMEs with a valid Udyam Registration Number.
Loan Coverage: Provides 60% guarantee coverage for loans up to Rs. 100 crore.
Loans can cover up to 75% of the project cost for plant and machinery/equipment.
Covers loans sanctioned within 4 years from operational guidelines or until Rs. 7 lakh crore in guarantees are issued.
Initial Contribution: Borrowers must deposit 5% of the loan amount upfront.
Repayment Terms:Upto 8 years with a 2-year moratorium for loans up to Rs. 50 crore. Flexible repayment terms for loans above Rs. 50 crore.
Annual Guarantee Fee: No fee during the year of loan sanction; 1.5% p.a. in subsequent 3 years; 1% p.a. thereafter.
Member Lending Institutions (MLIs):
Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs), Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), and All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) that register with the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC).
Answer: (d) 1 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statements 1 and 3 are incorrect and statement 2 is correct
The Government of India has approved the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS) for MSMEs to support the manufacturing sector, aligning with the 2024-25 Budget announcements.
Key Features of the Scheme:
Eligibility:MSMEs with a valid Udyam Registration Number.
Loan Coverage: Provides 60% guarantee coverage for loans up to Rs. 100 crore.
Loans can cover up to 75% of the project cost for plant and machinery/equipment.
Covers loans sanctioned within 4 years from operational guidelines or until Rs. 7 lakh crore in guarantees are issued.
Initial Contribution: Borrowers must deposit 5% of the loan amount upfront.
Repayment Terms:Upto 8 years with a 2-year moratorium for loans up to Rs. 50 crore. Flexible repayment terms for loans above Rs. 50 crore.
Annual Guarantee Fee: No fee during the year of loan sanction; 1.5% p.a. in subsequent 3 years; 1% p.a. thereafter.
Member Lending Institutions (MLIs):
Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs), Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), and All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) that register with the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC).
Answer: (d) 1 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statements 1 and 3 are incorrect and statement 2 is correct
The Government of India has approved the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS) for MSMEs to support the manufacturing sector, aligning with the 2024-25 Budget announcements.
Key Features of the Scheme:
Eligibility:MSMEs with a valid Udyam Registration Number.
Loan Coverage: Provides 60% guarantee coverage for loans up to Rs. 100 crore.
Loans can cover up to 75% of the project cost for plant and machinery/equipment.
Covers loans sanctioned within 4 years from operational guidelines or until Rs. 7 lakh crore in guarantees are issued.
Initial Contribution: Borrowers must deposit 5% of the loan amount upfront.
Repayment Terms:Upto 8 years with a 2-year moratorium for loans up to Rs. 50 crore. Flexible repayment terms for loans above Rs. 50 crore.
Annual Guarantee Fee: No fee during the year of loan sanction; 1.5% p.a. in subsequent 3 years; 1% p.a. thereafter.
Member Lending Institutions (MLIs):
Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs), Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), and All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) that register with the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC).
Answer: (d) 1 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 7 of 8
7. Question
Q7. {Polity – IC} Recently, the SC delivered a split verdict in the Chhattisgarh burial case, addressing the burial rights of a converted Christian against the backdrop of religious discrimination. In this context, consider the following statements:
Absence of a graveyard to bury a person’s body is against the right to dignity under Article 21 of the constitution.
Usually if a split verdict occurs, the case is referred to a larger bench comprising an odd number of judges to hear it afresh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Both statements are correct
Absence of a graveyard for burial is against the right to dignity underArticle 21 of the constitution.
Usually if a split verdict occurs, the case is referred to a larger bench comprising an odd number of judges(three, five, seven and so on) to hear it afresh.
Recently, SC delivered a split verdict in the Chhattisgarh burial case, addressing the burial rights of a converted Christian against the backdrop of religious discrimination.
A split verdict arises in cases where the judges on the Bench cannot arrive at a final decision.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Both statements are correct
Absence of a graveyard for burial is against the right to dignity underArticle 21 of the constitution.
Usually if a split verdict occurs, the case is referred to a larger bench comprising an odd number of judges(three, five, seven and so on) to hear it afresh.
Recently, SC delivered a split verdict in the Chhattisgarh burial case, addressing the burial rights of a converted Christian against the backdrop of religious discrimination.
A split verdict arises in cases where the judges on the Bench cannot arrive at a final decision.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Both statements are correct
Absence of a graveyard for burial is against the right to dignity underArticle 21 of the constitution.
Usually if a split verdict occurs, the case is referred to a larger bench comprising an odd number of judges(three, five, seven and so on) to hear it afresh.
Recently, SC delivered a split verdict in the Chhattisgarh burial case, addressing the burial rights of a converted Christian against the backdrop of religious discrimination.
A split verdict arises in cases where the judges on the Bench cannot arrive at a final decision.
Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2; Difficulty Level: Easy
Question 8 of 8
8. Question
Q8. {Prelims – In News} Consider the following pairs:
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