Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (15th & 16th /01/2026)

Question 1 of 6

1. Question

With reference to India’s Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024, consider the following statements:

1. The Index assesses states and union territories solely on their export performance in the last fiscal year.

2. The EPI 2024 framework includes export infrastructure, business ecosystem, policy & governance, and export performance as key pillars.

3. The initiative aims to support India’s goal of achieving USD 1 trillion in merchandise exports by 2030.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Question 2 of 6

2. Question

With reference to the Henley Passport Index 2026, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. The Index is based on the number of visa‑free travel destinations available to passport holders.

2. In 2026, India’s passport ranked among the top 20 most powerful passports in the world.

3. Singapore held the first rank in the 2026 Index.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Question 3 of 6

3. Question

With reference to the Global Risks Perception Survey (GRPS) 2026 of the World Economic Forum, consider the following statements:

1. The survey identifies geoeconomic confrontation as the top global risk in the short‑term outlook for 2026‑28.

2. Sociopolitical polarisation does not feature among the top global risks in the near‑term risk perceptions.

3. Cyber insecurity is highlighted as a key risk for India in 2026 by the survey.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Question 4 of 6

4. Question

With reference to the recently launched SVASTIK portal, consider the following statements:

1. It is aimed at disseminating India’s scientifically validated traditional knowledge to a broad audience.

2. The portal provides content only in Indian regional languages.

3. It has been implemented under the aegis of CSIR‑National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Question 5 of 6

5. Question

With reference to the NPS Vatsalya Scheme recently in the news, consider the following statements:

1. It allows parents or guardians to open a pension account under the National Pension System for a child below 18 years of age.

2. There is a maximum annual contribution limit prescribed under the scheme.

3. Upon reaching 18 years, the account must compulsorily be exited as a lump sum and cannot continue as a pension account.

Which of the statements given above are incorrect?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Question 6 of 6

6. Question

With reference to molecular clouds and star formation, consider the following statements:

1. Molecular clouds are regions in space with high temperatures that facilitate the fusion of hydrogen into helium.

2. Stars begin to form in molecular clouds when regions within them collapse under gravity to form protostars.

3. Magnetic fields and turbulence can influence the collapse of molecular clouds into young stars.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (15th & 16th /01/2026)