UPSC Daily Current Affairs Quiz : 26 September 2025

Question 1: Which of the following South Asian countries have had their nationals reported as trafficked or coerced into fighting in the Russia–Ukraine war?

1. India
2. Nepal
3. Sri Lanka
4. Bangladesh

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Question 2: With reference to the CPCB’s 2025 report on Grossly Polluting Industries (GPIs) in Uttar Pradesh, consider the following statements:

1. The CPCB inspected 1,370 GPIs in 62 districts of Uttar Pradesh.
2. More than half of the operational GPIs inspected were found to be violating pollution norms.
3. The inspection was conducted as per the directions of the Allahabad High Court.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Question 3: Why is Morocco considered a strategic location for India’s defence outreach to Africa?

1. It acts as a gateway to Africa.
2. It has strong logistical access to both the Mediterranean and Atlantic.
3. It hosts U.S. military bases that India co-manages for defence exports.
   

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Question 4: The Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, launched in 2020, aims at:

1. Enhancing India’s manufacturing capacity and reducing import dependence.
2. Promoting indigenous defence production.
3. Encouraging domestic innovations and startups.
4. Expanding India’s share in global exports.
   

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Question 5: The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) was established by: