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MCQs - 2026-05

931.
What is a significant potential outcome of sustained international pressure from global leaders urging an immediate ceasefire in a conflict?
A Guaranteed immediate cessation of hostilities
B Increased military aid to one side
C Opening of diplomatic channels for negotiation and peace talks
D Complete withdrawal of all international observers
932.
Which international legal framework often underpins the calls by global leaders for a ceasefire and protection of civilians in conflict zones?
A World Trade Organization (WTO) agreements
B Geneva Conventions
C Kyoto Protocol
D Paris Agreement
933.
The collective call by global leaders for an immediate ceasefire in a conflict zone primarily aims to achieve what?
A To escalate military intervention
B To impose new trade tariffs
C To facilitate humanitarian aid and de-escalate violence
D To support one specific warring faction
934.
When the UN Security Council convenes on an escalating conflict, its primary objective regarding the immediate situation is often to pass resolutions calling for what?
A Imposing economic sanctions on all parties
B Establishing a new international tribunal
C A ceasefire and humanitarian aid
D Redrawing international borders
935.
How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have, each possessing veto power over substantive resolutions concerning international peace and security?
A 5
B 10
C 15
D 7
936.
Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security, often convening on escalating conflicts like in the Middle East?
A UN General Assembly
B UN Security Council
C International Court of Justice
D UN Economic and Social Council
937.
Which ministry is the nodal ministry for the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana?
A Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
B Ministry of Panchayati Raj
C Ministry of Rural Development
D Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
938.
What is the primary focus of PMGSY-III, which was launched in 2019?
A Connecting new habitations in urban areas
B Consolidation of 1,25,000 km of existing Through Routes and Major Rural Links
C Building international highways
D Providing internet connectivity to villages
939.
In which year was the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) launched to provide all-weather road connectivity to eligible unconnected habitations?
A 1995
B 2000
C 2005
D 2014
940.
What is the duration of the Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) introduced under the new framework?
A 2 Years
B 3 Years
C 4 Years
D 5 Years