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Weekly Current Affairs – Page 13

UPSC Prelims | Advanced MCQs (Hard Level)
Conceptual Traps • Deep Elimination


🔹 HOW TO USE THIS PAGE

These questions are intentionally tricky. Attempt them only after revising Pages 1–12. Focus on why an option is wrong, not just why the correct option is right.


🧠 QUESTION 1 – POLITY

Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Constitution:

1. The Constitution of India permits reasonable restrictions on Fundamental Rights.
2. All Fundamental Rights are enforceable against private individuals.
3. The doctrine of proportionality is increasingly used by courts in rights adjudication.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b)

Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect — most Fundamental Rights apply against the State. Statement 3 is correct.


🧠 QUESTION 2 – ECONOMY

Consider the following statements:

1. Fiscal consolidation necessarily reduces public welfare expenditure.
2. High fiscal deficit can crowd out private investment.
3. Capital expenditure has a higher multiplier effect than revenue expenditure.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (a)

Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect — fiscal consolidation can be expenditure-neutral. Statements 2 and 3 are correct.


🧠 QUESTION 3 – ENVIRONMENT

Consider the following statements:

1. Carbon neutrality means absolute zero emissions.
2. Carbon sinks play a role in climate mitigation.
3. Climate finance is primarily meant for adaptation in developing countries.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 only

Answer: (b)

Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect — residual emissions can be offset. Statements 2 and 3 are correct.


🧠 QUESTION 4 – SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Consider the following statements regarding Artificial Intelligence:

1. AI can replace human decision-making in governance without ethical risks.
2. Algorithmic transparency improves accountability.
3. AI regulation requires interdisciplinary approaches.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (a)

Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect — AI poses ethical risks. Statements 2 and 3 are correct.


🧠 QUESTION 5 – INTERNAL SECURITY

Consider the following statements:

1. Internal security threats are purely military in nature.
2. Social media has become a tool for misinformation and radicalisation.
3. Community participation is irrelevant in internal security management.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 2 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (a)

Explanation:
Statements 1 and 3 are incorrect. Statement 2 is correct.


🧠 PRELIMS MASTER TIP

If two options look correct, re-read the question and look for scope, absolutism, or hidden assumptions. UPSC often tests boundaries, not facts.


“Hard questions train the mind to remain calm under pressure.”

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