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MCQs - 2026-05

971.
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
972.
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
973.
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
974.
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
975.
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
976.
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
977.
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
978.
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
979.
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
980.
Which statutory body is responsible for the formulation of the National Curriculum Framework for Teacher Education (NCFTE)?
A NCERT
B UGC
C NCTE
D AICTE