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UPSC Daily Current Affairs Quiz : 26 August 2025

August 26, 2025
Daily Current Affairs Quiz

UPSC Daily Current Affairs Quiz : 26 August 2025

The Daily Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC is based on the PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, and other reliable sources that we update every day on our website. This quiz is designed to help aspirants reinforce current affairs concepts and facts relevant to both Prelims and Mains in a quick and effective manner.

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz : 26 August 2025

Total Questions : 05

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Question 1: What is/are the recent policy initiative(s)of Government of India to promote the growth of the manufacturing sector?

Setting up of National Investment and Manufacturing Zones
Providing the benefit of ‘single window clearance’
Establishing the Technology Acquisition and Development Fund

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

The correct answer is (d) 1, 2, and 3.

Explanation: National Investment and Manufacturing Zones (NIMZs):
These zones are established to attract large investments and promote manufacturing. They offer a conducive environment with streamlined regulations and infrastructure.

Single Window Clearance: This simplifies the process for businesses to obtain various permits and approvals, reducing administrative hurdles and time. It is a key part of efforts to ease of doing business.

Technology Acquisition and Development Fund (TADF): This fund aims to support the acquisition and development of advanced technology by Indian manufacturers. It helps them upgrade their capabilities and compete in the global market.

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Question 2: Which of the following statements about ‘Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023’ are correct?

This was a joint military exercise between India and Bangladesh.
It commenced in Aundh (Pune).
Joint response during counter-terrorism operations was a goal of this operation.
Indian Air Force was a part of this exercise.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Options:

A. 1, 2 and 3

B. 1 and 4

C. 1 and 4

D. 2, 3 and 4

The correct answer is (d) 2, 3, and 4.

Explanation:

Statement 2 is correct: Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023 did commence in Aundh (Pune).

Statement 3 is correct: A key goal of the exercise was to practice joint responses during counter-terrorism operations.

Statement 4 is correct: The Indian Air Force was involved in the exercise.

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Question 3: As per the India–Fiji joint statement (2025), which of the following areas of cooperation were emphasised?

UN Peacekeeping operations
White Shipping Information Exchange
Cybersecurity training cell in Fiji
Joint naval patrols in the South Pacific

Select the correct answer:

A. 1, 2 and 3 only

B. 1 and 4 only

C. 2 and 4 only

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: a) 1, 2 and 3 only

Explanation: India & Fiji agreed on UN Peacekeeping, White Shipping Info Exchange, and Cybersecurity training. Joint naval patrols were not announced (India only offered assistance in protecting Fiji’s EEZ

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Question 4: Assertion (A): The commissioning of INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri marks the first-ever simultaneous induction of two frontline warships built at different shipyards in India.

Reason (R): Project 17A promotes inter-yard collaboration and modular shipbuilding to enhance indigenous capacity.

A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C. A is true, but R is false

D. A is false, but R is true.

Answer: a)

Explanation: Both frigates were commissioned together (first time ever), and modular construction + inter-yard collaboration explain how this was possible.

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Question 5: Why are Project 17A frigates significant for India’s maritime strategy?

A. They are India’s first nuclear-powered destroyers.

B. They enhance blue-water operational capability in the Indian Ocean region

C. They are leased from friendly foreign countries.

D. They are exclusively meant for coastal patrols and EEZ surveillance

Answer: b)

Explanation: Project 17A stealth frigates, with advanced weaponry, sensors, and stealth, are designed for full-spectrum blue-water operations in the Indian Ocean and beyond.

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