Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 124

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -124

Q1. With reference to the proposed Nandan Nilekani-led examination reform task force, consider the following statements:

1. Technology can reduce opportunities for examination leaks by creating audit trails and restricting access.
2. Technology can completely replace administrative accountability in public examinations.
3. Independent audits and grievance redressal remain necessary even after digitisation.

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)

Explanation: Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Encryption, randomisation, limited access and digital audit trails can reduce human discretion and make leaks more difficult. However, technology cannot replace institutional accountability because insiders, vendors or poorly designed systems can still create vuln