Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 57

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      A-Category MCQs -57

MCQ 1. With reference to caste census in India, consider the following statements:

1. The Supreme Court recently held that caste enumeration is primarily a policy matter for the executive and legislature.
2. Supporters of caste census argue that updated caste data is necessary for evidence-based welfare and reservation policies.
3. The Constitution explicitly mandates periodic caste census after every national Census exercise.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: A

Explanation: The Supreme Court clarified that caste enumeration falls mainly within the policy domain of the executive and legislature. Supporters believe caste data can improve targeted welfare and reservation frameworks. However, the Constitution does not explicitly mandate a caste census after every Census exercise. The debate reflects tensions between social justice, data-driven governance, and concerns regarding identity-based political mobilisation and social fragmentation.

MCQ 2. Growth in steel and cement production is generally considered an indicator of:

A. Decline in infrastructure expenditure
B. Expansion in construction and industrial activity
C. Reduction in urbanisation trends
D. Weakness in core sector demand

Correct Answer: B