Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 114

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -114

Q1. With reference to the right to peaceful protest in India, consider the following statements:

1. Peaceful protest is protected under Article 19 of the Constitution.
2. The State has a constitutional obligation under Article 21 to protect the life of a person even during a hunger strike.
3. Courts can never issue directions regarding the health of a protesting individual.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b)

Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Constitution guarantees the freedom of speech and peaceful assembly under Article 19, subject to reasonable restrictions. Simultaneously, Article 21 imposes a duty upon the State to protect life. Therefore, courts may direct medical monitoring while respecting an individual's autonomy. Statement 3 is incorrect because constitutional courts frequently balance competing rights through appropriate judicial directions. UPSC often frames questions involving conflicts between Fundamental Rights. The elimination clue is that constitutional rights are balanced rather than absolute.

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding cybersecurity of critical infrastructure:

1. Cybersecurity includes protection of contractor and vendor networks.
2. Administrative data breaches always imply compromise of operational control systems.
3. Regular vulnerability assessments strengthen cyber resilience.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (c)