UPSC Daily Current Affairs Quiz : 24 September 2025

Question 1: Consider the following statements regarding India’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs):

1. India has committed to reducing the emissions intensity of its GDP by 45% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels.
2. India has pledged to ensure that at least 50% of its total energy generation by 2030 will come from non-fossil fuel sources.
3. India has announced a plan to create a carbon sink of 2–3 billion tonnes of CO₂ equivalent through forest and tree cover by 2030.
   

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 2: With reference to the principles of bail jurisprudence in India, consider the following statements:

1. Past criminal antecedents alone are sufficient grounds for denial of bail.
2. The Supreme Court has reiterated that “bail is the rule and jail is the exception.”
3. Bail once granted can never be cancelled by a court.
   

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 3: With reference to recent developments in India–China relations, consider the following statements:

1. In 2025, bilateral trade between India and China crossed the $100 billion mark between January and August.
2. The Kailash–Mansarovar Yatra, facilitated by the Chinese Embassy, resumed in 2025 after a four-year freeze.
3. India has officially accepted China’s proposal of the “Global Governance Initiative” under the SCO framework.
   

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 4: Consider the following statements about the upcoming drone exercise ‘Cold Start’:

1. It is being organised jointly by the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
2. The exercise will take place in Madhya Pradesh.
3. It is the first such exercise involving counter-drone systems in India.
   

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 5: Which of the following statements regarding the 71st National Film Awards is correct?

1. President Murmu emphasised women’s representation on jury panels.
2. Six child actors won awards this year.
3. The awards included recognition for socially relevant and environmental themes.