Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 94

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A-Category MCQs -94

Q1. Operation Amistad, recently launched by India, is associated with:

(a) Evacuation of Indian citizens from West Asia
(b) Humanitarian assistance to earthquake-hit Venezuela
(c) Naval exercise in the Indian Ocean
(d) Anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden

Correct Answer: (b) Humanitarian assistance to earthquake-hit Venezuela

Explanation: Operation Amistad was launched to provide humanitarian assistance to Venezuela after devastating earthquakes. India dispatched Indian Air Force C-17 aircraft carrying relief materials, medical teams and the BHISHM Cube field hospital system. The mission reflects India's growing role as a responsible global power capable of responding rapidly to international humanitarian crises. Such operations strengthen diplomatic goodwill and demonstrate India's commitment to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR). UPSC frequently asks questions on India's international relief missions and foreign policy initiatives.

Q2. The CBI's nationwide operation against "Digital Arrest" fraud primarily targeted crimes involving:

1. Impersonation of government officials
2. Cyber-enabled financial extortion
3. Psychological intimidation of victims
4. Cross-state organised cybercrime networks

Select the correct answer:

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

Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4