UPSC EXAM QUIZ 18.07.2025

Q2: Consider the following statements: 1. Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana is inspired by the Aspirational District Programme of NITI Aayog and is the first scheme of its kind, exclusively focused on agriculture and allied sectors. 2. The scheme will be implemented through the convergence of 26 existing schemes of 11 departments, other State schemes and local partnerships with the private sector. 3. The number of districts selected in each State/UT will be based on the ratio of Net Cropped Area and Operational Holdings. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q3: Consider the following statements: 1. Machilipatnam Port in Andhra Pradesh was once a major ancient port city. 2. It is currently undergoing a massive revival with the construction of a Greenfield port, which is expected to be operational by the end of 2026. Which of the above statement/statements are correct?

Q4: Consider the following statements: 1. Leila Aboulela awarded the PEN Pinter Prize for literature on migration and faith. 2. Aboulela grew up in Khartoum, Sudan, and has lived in Aberdeen since 1990. 3. Her six novels and two short story collections include The Translator, Elsewhere, Home, and, most recently, 2023’s River Spirit. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q5: Consider the following statements: 1. President Droupadi Murmu presented the Kalinga Ratna Award 2024 to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. 2. She paid tribute to Adikabi Sarala Das on his 600th birth anniversary. Which of the above statement/statements are correct?