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Q78 · UPSC Prelims 2026 · Set A · Current Affairs and GK

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The Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany visited India in January, 2026. Which of the following is/are NOT correct in terms of outcomes of this visit?1.Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the All India Institute of Ayurveda and the University of Hamburg2.Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on Youth Hockey Development between Hockey India and the German Hockey Federation3.Establishment of a bilateral dialogue mechanism on the Indo-Pacific4.Opening of an Honorary Consul of Germany in Lucknow Select the answer using the code given below:

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Exam
Union Public Service Commission — Civil Services Examination (UPSC)
Board
UPSC
Stage
Prelims
Year
2026
Paper
UPSC Prelims — Prelims General Studies Paper I (General Studies)
Booklet
Set A
Question
Q78
Topic
Current Affairs and GK
Syllabus
Current events, government schemes, miscellaneous GK — Prelims GS Paper I.
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A 2 and 3
B 1 and 4
C 3 and 4
D 1 only

Correct answer: (b) 1 and 4

Explanation

  1. A

    2 and 3

    Claims that statements 2 and 3 are not correct. However, statement 2 regarding Youth Hockey Development and statement 3 regarding the Indo-Pacific bilateral dialogue mechanism were part of the official visit outcomes, making this option incorrect.

  2. B

    1 and 4

    Claims that statements 1 and 4 are not correct. These specific MoUs or openings were not among the actual signed outcomes of the January 2026 visit, making this combination the correct answer for what is NOT correct.

  3. C

    3 and 4

    Claims that statements 3 and 4 are not correct. Statement 3 was indeed part of the bilateral outcomes, making this option invalid.

  4. D

    1 only

    Claims that only statement 1 is not correct. Since statement 4 is also incorrect regarding the visit outcomes, this option is incomplete.

Summary. Official key is (b). The question tests specific bilateral agreements and diplomatic outcomes from the German Chancellor's visit to India in January 2026, where statements 1 and 4 were not part of the actual outcomes.

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    In a multi-ethnic district where both economic competition and historical grievances frequently led to community tensions, a flashpoint has arisen with a Government decision to allocate land for a waste management facility near a tribal hamlet, sparking protests by the tribal community, which claimed that the land was sacred and critical to their cultural identity. At the same time, urban residents and local industries supported the project, citing severe solid waste challenges and health concerns due to lack of a proper disposal site. The conflict has escalated with road blockades, social media campaigns, and allegations of police excesses. As a responsible Government official, you are tasked with resolving the situation through mediation, ensuring a sustainable outcome that balances environmental needs, tribal rights, and urban public health. Consider the following statements with reference to the above: 1. A successful conflict resolution process must begin with acknowledging the cultural concerns of the protesting tribal community before discussing technical alternatives. 2. The Government should move ahead with the project without delay to address urban health concerns, which outweigh the sentiments of a small group. 3. Creating a multi-stakeholder dialogue platform - including tribal leaders, environmental experts, and municipal representatives - to build mutual understanding and help de-escalate tensions. 4. Conducting an independent Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and sharing findings transparently with both sides to facilitate evidence-based decision-making. Which of the statements given above would contribute to the resolution process?

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