Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 122

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -122

Q1. With reference to reforms intended to prevent examination paper leaks, consider the following statements:

1. Fast-track courts can reduce delays in prosecution of organised examination offences.
2. Increasing criminal penalties by itself can eliminate systemic vulnerabilities in examination administration.
3. Cyber audits, secure question-paper transmission and institutional accountability can complement criminal penalties.

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

Correct Answer: (b)

Explanation: Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Fast-track courts can improve deterrence by reducing the gap between offence and punishment. But examination leaks are not merely criminal-law problems; they can arise from compromised vendors, cybersecurity failures, insider collusion and weak institutional controls. Hence Statement 2 is incorrect. Strong penalties must operate alongside secure digital systems, independent audits, professional investigation and clear accountability. Examination integrity is also linked to equality of opportunity because compromised examinations unfairly disadvantage honest candidates. Elimination clue: whenever a governance problem is systemic, punishment “by itself” is unlikely to constitute a complete solution.

Q2. Regarding the constitutional regulation of public protests, consider the following statements:

1. The Constitution protects peaceful assembly, subject to reasonable restrictions.
2. Maintenance of public order permits the police to use any degree of force once an assembly becomes unlawful.
3. Police action against protesters can be subjected to judicial review on grounds including proportionality.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

Correct Answer: (b)