23rd October 2024

Consider these statements about BRICS' geopolitical strategies highlighted in recent
summits:
1. BRICS aims to promote a multipolar world order.
2. The group seeks to increase its reliance on Western financial systems.
3. Members have expressed interest in using national currencies for bilateral trade.
4. There are ongoing efforts to reform global institutions like the IMF.
Which of these statements are accurate?

Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about the ‘e-Shram Portal’?
1. It was launched by the Union Labour Ministry to provide social security programmes
for the unorganised sector workers.
2. The registration of workers on the portal will be coordinated by the Labour Ministry,
state governments, trade unions and Common Services Centres.
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Consider these statements about recent developments highlighted in the IAEA's Climate
Change and Nuclear Power report:
1. Global investment in nuclear energy needs to increase significantly to meet climate
goals.
2. Nuclear power capacity is expected to triple by mid-century according to IAEA
projections.
3. Private sector financing will play a crucial role in expanding nuclear power capacity.
4. The report was released during a Clean Energy Ministerial event in Brazil.
Which of these statements are accurate?

Regarding the strategic significance of the Depsang Plains in Ladakh, consider the
following statements:
1. The Depsang Plains are located near the Daulat Beg Oldie post, close to the
Karakoram Pass.
2. The terrain in Depsang Plains is mountainous, making it difficult for military
maneuvers.
3. Control over this region can impact access to Siachen Glacier.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the recent legislative actions proposed by the Indian government to
curb fake bomb threats in aviation, consider the following statements:
1. The Suppression of Unlawful Acts Against Safety of Civil Aviation Act will be
amended to make such offenses cognizable even when aircraft are grounded.
2. Current laws already impose a minimum five-year jail term for those found guilty of
making hoax bomb threats.
3. Legislative amendments aim to impose harsher punishments and strengthen
deterrence against fake bomb threats.
Which of the statements given above are correct?