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20 Jul 2025's MCQs

8 questions · one per article

  • 9 linked PYQs · Can you solve them?
    EconomyGS2
    High Priority

    India EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement Implementation

    Why It Matters

    The India-EFTA TEPA is highly significant for UPSC aspirants as it is India's first Free Trade Agreement to include a legally binding foreign investment commitment ($100 billion) tied to market access and job creation. It represents a paradigm shift in India's trade negotiation strategy and strengthens economic ties with a key European trade bloc outside the EU.

  • 6 revision-ready facts
    Polity and GovernanceGS2
    High Priority

    Jammu and Kashmir Statehood Restoration and Lt Governor Friction

    Why It Matters

    Highlights the ongoing friction between the Union-appointed L-G administration and political representatives in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, raising questions about the balance of power, democratic rights, and the timeline for the promised restoration of statehood.

  • EconomyGS3
    High Priority

    Make in India Manufacturing versus Assembly Debate and MSMEs

    Why It Matters

    The distinction between 'assembly' and 'manufacturing' (domestic value addition) is a central debate in evaluating schemes like Make in India and PLI. Furthermore, the interplay between large monopolies, MSME distress, and job creation forms the core of India's current macroeconomic and employment challenges, making it highly relevant for GS Paper 3.

  • Polity and GovernanceGS2
    High Priority

    INDIA Bloc Parliamentary Strategy on Foreign Policy and Security

    Why It Matters

    Provides insight into the substantive issues framing the upcoming parliamentary session, covering a broad spectrum of UPSC GS2 topics like federalism (delimitation, statehood), international relations (India-Pakistan, third-party mediation), and GS3 topics like internal security (intelligence failures).

  • 12 linked PYQs · Can you solve them?
    Polity and GovernanceGS3
    High Priority

    Assam Illegal Infiltration and Demographic Security Debate

    Why It Matters

    The issue of illegal immigration from Bangladesh into Assam has profound implications for internal security, demographic stability, and cultural identity. It frequently appears in UPSC questions regarding border management and demographic shifts. The political debate also touches upon constitutional protections for linguistic minorities and the State's duty against 'external aggression' under Article 355.

  • 5 revision-ready facts
    Polity and GovernanceGS2

    Third Party Mediation Claims and Parliamentary Accountability

    Why It Matters

    The incident underscores the tension between India's firm stance on bilateral conflict resolution and the transactional diplomacy of the US. It also serves as a practical example of the opposition holding the executive accountable on sensitive foreign policy matters in Parliament.

  • Science and TechnologyGS3

    INS Nistar and INS Nipun Deep Sea Diving Support Vessels

    Why It Matters

    Understanding specialized naval vessels like DSVs is important for UPSC aspirants as it touches upon India's defence modernization, self-reliance in defence manufacturing (Aatmanirbhar Bharat), and the strategic capacity to manage deep-sea disasters and maritime security challenges.

  • Science and TechnologyGS3

    INS Nistar Commissioning and Indigenous Naval Defence Capabilities

    Why It Matters

    The commissioning of specialized naval assets directly addresses GS3 themes of maritime security, indigenisation of defense technology, and India's strategic posture in the Indian Ocean Region. It serves as an excellent example for Mains answers regarding 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' in defense and India's role as a net security provider.