5) Answer: (D)
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The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is a statutory body established
under the Aadhaar Act, 2016, having transitioned from an executive body
(2009–2016) to a statutory authority, and it functions under the Ministry of Electronics
and Information Technology (MeitY). Aadhaar serves as a proof of residence and
not as proof of citizenship or domicile. It collects both demographic details (such as
name, date of birth, gender, and address) and biometric information (including
fingerprints, iris scans, and a facial photograph). All such data is securely stored in the
Central Identities Data Repository (CIDR). Hence statement 1 is correct.
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Bal Aadhaar (Blue Aadhaar) is issued to children below five years of age and does
not capture biometric data; only a facial photograph is taken. It must be linked to the
Aadhaar of at least one parent or guardian. Once the child attains the age of five, the
card becomes invalid unless a Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU)—including
fingerprints and iris scans—is completed, and a second MBU is required at the
age of fifteen. In 2026, the government conducted a mission-mode drive, concluding
in March 2026, to facilitate the completion of MBUs for schoolchildren directly on
school campuses.Hence statement 2 is correct.
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In 2018, the Supreme Court in the Puttaswamy (Aadhaar) judgment struck down
Section 57 of the Aadhaar Act, which had permitted private companies to use
Aadhaar authentication, citing concerns over the emergence of a “surveillance
state.” Subsequently, through the Aadhaar (Amendment) Act, 2019, the government
restored the provision by allowing the voluntary use of Aadhaar by private entities
such as banks and telecom service providers, subject to authorization under a law
passed by Parliament. Further, under the “Good Governance” Rules notified in
February 2025 (with additional notifications in early 2026), the framework was
expanded to permit private entities to apply for Aadhaar authentication if their
services promote objectives such as ease of living, innovation, or public interest.
Hence statement 3 is correct. Therefore, option D is the correct answ

1) 2) 3) Daily MCQ: 06.02.2026
With reference to the UN Charter, consider the following statements:
1. UNSC can authorize the use of force against a country in cases of a breach of
international peace or an act of aggression.
2. The inherent right of self-defence of a state under the UN Charter arises only when
an actual armed attack occurs.
3. The UNSC may authorize the use of military force to restore international peace if
non-military measures prove insufficient

2) 3) Daily MCQ: 06.02.2026
With reference to the UN Charter, consider the following statements:
1. UNSC can authorize the use of force against a country in cases of a breach of
international peace or an act of aggression.
2. The inherent right of self-defence of a state under the UN Charter arises only when
an actual armed attack occurs.
3. The UNSC may authorize the use of military force to restore international peace if
non-military measures prove insufficient
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Consider the following statements about silver:
1. Mexico is the largest producer of silver in the world.
2. Silver demand has increased significantly due to its use in solar photovoltaics.
3. India is the world's largest importer of silver.

2) Answer: (D)
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Mexico remains the largest producer of silver in the world, significantly outpacing other
major producers like China and Peru.Hence statement 1 is correct
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Silver is a critical component in Solar Photovoltaics (PV) because of its superior electrical
conductivity. The solar industry now accounts for approximately 14–15% of global silver
demand, a figure that is rising rapidly as green energy installations expand.Hence
statement 2 is correct
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India is the world’s largest importer and consumer of silver. In recent years, India's
imports have surged due to industrial requirements (solar, electronics) and its role as a
safe-haven investment.Hence statement 3 is correct.
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Therefore option D is the correct answer.

With reference to the Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter aircraft, consider the following statements:
1. It is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter aircraft.
2. It is an indigenously developed fighter aircraft of India.
3. It can be equipped to launch the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.

4) Consider the following statements regarding the Ayushman Bharat Health Account
(ABHA):
1. The ABHA ID provides a unique digital health identity that allows individuals to
store and access their medical records digitally.
2. The ABHA ID is mandatory for all citizens to avail benefits under the Ayushman
Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana.

5) With reference to Green Bonds, consider the following statement:
1. Public sector undertakings and private companies can issue Green Bonds in India,
but foreign companies cannot.
2. 3. Green Bonds issued in India are automatically exempt from all taxes.
The regulation of Green Bonds in India falls under the purview of the Reserve Bank
of India (RBI).

5) Answer: (D)
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Green bonds are fixed-income debt instruments issued to raise funds for projects with
environmental benefits. They function like traditional bonds—where the issuer borrows
capital from investors and repays it with interest—but the proceeds are ring-fenced
exclusively for environmentally sustainable projects such as renewable energy, energy
efficiency, pollution control, sustainable water management, and climate change mitigation.
They can be issued by governments, corporations, financial institutions, and multilateral
agencies, enabling investors to combine financial returns with environmental objectives.
Globally, the green bond market has grown rapidly and has become a mainstream asset
class, with outstanding green debt exceeding about $3.5 trillion by 2026.
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While public sector undertakings (PSUs) and private companies are the most active issuers
of Green Bonds in India, foreign companies and institutions can also access the Indian
market. Foreign entities may issue debt securities at the GIFT City International
Financial Services Centre (IFSC)—for instance, DFCC Bank of Sri Lanka listed a green
bond on India INX. Additionally, foreign firms can raise funds from Indian investors by
issuing Masala Bonds, which are rupee-denominated bonds issued in overseas markets.
Hence statement 1 Incorrect.
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In India, the interest income earned from Green Bonds is taxable and treated as
“Income from Other Sources,
” meaning it is added to the investor’s total income and
taxed according to the applicable income tax slab rate; in many corporate or municipal
green bonds, Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) at 10% may apply if the annual interest
exceeds ₹10,000. If the bonds are sold in the secondary market or redeemed at a price
higher than the purchase price, capital gains tax is applicable: short-term capital gains
(holding period less than 12 months) are taxed at the applicable slab rate, while
long-term capital gains (holding period more than 12 months) on listed bonds are taxed
at 12.5% without indexation under the 2025–26 tax regime. A limited tax benefit exists
under Section 54EC, where certain institutions such as the Indian Renewable Energy
Development Agency (IREDA) issue specified bonds that allow investors to claim
exemption from capital gains arising from the sale of property if the gains are reinvested
in these bonds within six months, subject to a maximum limit of ₹50 lakh, though the
interest earned on such bonds remains fully taxable. Hence statement 2 Incorrect.
In India, the regulation of Green Bonds depends on the type of issuer rather than the
instrument itself. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) regulates green
bonds issued by companies, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and municipalities
under its Green Debt Securities framework. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulates
Sovereign Green Bonds issued by the Central Government. Additionally, bonds issued
within the GIFT City International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) fall under the
regulatory jurisdiction of the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA).
Hence statement 3 is Incorrect.
Therefore D is the right answe

1) Daily MCQ: 07.03.2026
With reference to quantum computing, consider the following statements:
1. Quantum computers rely on qubits, unlike classical computers which process
information using binary values
2. Qubits in quantum computers can exist in multiple states simultaneously, unlike
classical bits, which can exist in one state at a time.

1) Answer: (C)
Quantum computing is a type of computing that uses the principles of quantum
mechanics, the laws that govern the behaviour of matter and energy at the smallest scales
to process information in fundamentally different ways from classical computers. Unlike
conventional computers that use transistors and work with binary digits (bits) representing
either 0 or 1, quantum computers use quantum bits or qubits. Hence statement 1 is
correct.
A qubit can represent 0, 1, or a combination of both at the same time due to a quantum
phenomenon called superposition. This allows quantum computers to explore many
possible solutions simultaneously, giving them potential advantages for solving certain
problems that are extremely hard for classical computers which exist in one state at a time.
Hence statement 2 is correct.
Therefore , option C is the correct answer.