UPSC Daily Current Affairs Quiz : 28 February 2026

Question 1:  With reference to the recently released new GDP series (Base Year 2022–23), consider the following statements:

1. India’s GDP growth for FY 2025–26, as per the second advance estimates, has been revised upward compared to the first advance estimates.
2. The new GDP series has revised upward the growth rate for 2023–24 compared to the old series.
3. Nominal GDP figures for the years 2023–24 to 2025–26 have been revised downward in the new series.
4. The upward revision in nominal GDP has improved the fiscal deficit-to-GDP ratio.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Question 2:  Consider the following statements regarding the constitutional position of the Election Commission of India (ECI):

1. The Election Commission derives its powers from Article 324 of the Constitution.
2. The Election Commission can override directions issued by the Supreme Court regarding the conduct of elections.

3. The preparation and revision of electoral rolls fall within the superintendence, direction, and control of the Election Commission.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 3: With reference to sectoral performance in FY 2025–26 (Second Advance Estimates), consider the following statements:

1. The secondary sector is expected to grow at a rate higher than 9%.
2. Manufacturing growth is expected to be in double digits.
3. The primary sector is expected to grow faster than in the previous year.
4. The tertiary sector growth is driven by double-digit expansion in trade and financial services.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Question 4: Which of the following constitutional principles was reaffirmed by the Supreme Court in the context of judicial officers participating in the SIR process?

Question 5: With reference to the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, 2025, consider the following statements:

1. The Act allows private sector and foreign companies to operate nuclear power plants in India.
2. The Act caps the liability of nuclear plant operators at ₹3,000 crore.
3. The Act provides unlimited liability for nuclear equipment suppliers in case of accidents.
4. The government’s residual liability under the Act is capped at 300 million Special Drawing Rights (SDRs).

Which of the statements given above are correct?