Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 186

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -186

Q1. Electoral Rolls, SIR and Due Process

With reference to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, consider the following statements:

1. Accuracy of electoral rolls and protection against wrongful exclusion are complementary objectives.
2. Digitalisation of electoral databases eliminates the need for human oversight.
3. Field-level assistance can reduce the burden of verification on eligible voters.
4. Accessible appeal and grievance mechanisms can strengthen electoral credibility.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q2. Strategic Autonomy and “Weaponisation of Interdependence”

Consider the following situations:

1. Restricting access to critical technologies
2. Using strategic maritime chokepoints for economic leverage
3. Disrupting supply chains during geopolitical conflict
4. Using market access as an instrument of pressure

Which of the above can illustrate the weaponisation of interdependence discussed in the supplied material?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q3. U.S.–China Relations and Managed Competition