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04 JUNE 2026

Current Affairs · 8 Questions
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Question 1

Consider the following statements regarding the newly discovered Nagaland Cascade Frog:

  1. The new species discovered in Nagaland has been named Amolops kamal.
  2. It belongs to the Asian cascade-dwelling frog genus Amolops.
  3. Cascade-dwelling frogs are typically found in deserts and arid grasslands.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A 1 only
  • B 1 and 2 only
  • C 1 and 2 only
  • D 1, 2 and 3
✓ Correct Answer: Option C
Question 2

With reference to Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) in India, consider the following statements:

  1. Critical National Infrastructure includes systems whose disruption can severely impact national security, economic stability, public safety, and public health.
  2. The National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) functions under the Information Technology Act, 2000.
  3. The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) is the nodal agency for protection of Critical Information Infrastructure in India.

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: Option A
Question 3

With reference to Synthetic Biology, consider the following statements:

  1. Synthetic biology involves redesigning organisms by introducing long stretches of DNA, which may be natural or entirely novel.
  2. Genome editing typically makes smaller changes to an organism’s existing DNA.
  3. Synthetic biology is free from biosafety and biosecurity concerns because engineered organisms are strictly controlled in laboratories.

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: Option A
Question 4

Assertion (A): The India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) has the potential to transform trade connectivity between India, West Asia, and Europe by reducing transportation time and enhancing energy security.

Reason (R): However, regional conflicts, geopolitical rivalries, and vulnerabilities at strategic chokepoints such as the Strait of Hormuz pose significant challenges to its successful implementation.

Options:

  • A a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
  • B b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
  • C c) A is true, but R is false.
  • D d) A is false, but R is true.
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Question 5

Consider the following statements regarding Rudram-2:

  1. Rudram-2 is an indigenous Air-to-Surface Anti-Radiation Missile developed by DRDO.
  2. It is designed to detect and destroy enemy radar emissions and electronic systems.
  3. The missile can strike targets up to a range of about 300 km.
  4. It is launched from submarine platforms only.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  • A 1 and 2 only
  • B 1, 2 and 3 only
  • C 2, 3 and 4 only
  • D 1, 2, 3 and 4
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Question 6

Consider the following statements:

  1. Anti-Radiation Missiles (ARMs) track electromagnetic signals emitted by enemy radars.
  2. SEAD operations aim to neutralize enemy air defence systems and surveillance networks.
  3. Rudram-2 uses INS and SATNAV, enabling it to continue toward a target even if the enemy radar is switched off.
  4. The primary objective of SEAD is to provide humanitarian assistance during military operations.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  • A 1, 2 and 3 only
  • B 1 and 4 only
  • C 2 and 3 only
  • D 1, 2, 3 and 4
✓ Correct Answer: Option A
Question 7

Which of the following statements regarding the Producer Price Index (PPI) is correct?

  • A a) PPI measures inflation faced by final consumers only.
  • B b) PPI includes both goods and services and tracks prices received by producers
  • C c) PPI is compiled and published by the Reserve Bank of India.
  • D d) PPI will immediately replace WPI from June 2026.
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Question 8

Consider the following statements regarding the Producer Price Index (PPI):

  1. PPI measures price changes from the perspective of producers.
  2. The new PPI in India will include Output PPI, Input PPI, and Services PPI.
  3. Wholesale Price Index (WPI) currently includes services and therefore provides a comprehensive measure of producer inflation.

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: Option A

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