Q4. The 'Global Biofuel Alliance', launched on the sidelines of the G20 Summit, focuses on
which of the following?
1. Accelerating the uptake of biofuels globally.
2. Facilitating global trade in biofuels.
3. Promoting the use of biofuels in the aviation sector.

Q5. Consider the following statements regarding the 'Pardoning Power of the President'
under Article 72 of the Constitution:
1. The President can grant a pardon in cases involving sentences by a Court Martial.
2. The power of the President to grant pardon is independent of any judiciary review.
3. The President can exercise this power only when the death sentence is awarded.

Mega Quiz with Correct Answer & Explanation
Q1. With reference to the 'SANKALP' initiative recently in the news, consider the following
statements:
1. It is a flagship program under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship aimed
at improving short-term skill training.
2. The project is partially supported by World Bank loan assistance to strengthen the skill
ecosystem at the state level.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The SANKALP (Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood
Promotion) project is a centrally sponsored scheme under the Ministry of Skill Development and
Entrepreneurship. It aims to institutionalize mechanisms for skill development and is designed
with support from the World Bank to improve quality and access to vocational training,
specifically focusing on district-level skill planning.
Q2. Regarding the 'Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023', which of the following
statements is/are correct?
1. The Act mandates that any data fiduciary processing personal data of children must obtain
verifiable parental consent.
2. The Act does not provide for the exemption of state agencies from its provisions for national
security purposes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, Section 9 explicitly
mandates verifiable parental consent for processing the data of children. However, the Act
provides the Central Government with powers to exempt certain government agencies from the
application of the Act in the interest of sovereignty, integrity, and national security, making
statement 2 incorrect. Q3. With reference to the 'Sovereign Green Bonds' issued by the Government of India,
consider the following statements:
1. These bonds are issued under the Government Securities Act, 2006.
2. The proceeds from these bonds are deposited in the Consolidated Fund of India and
earmarked for public sector projects that reduce the carbon intensity of the economy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Sovereign Green Bonds are issued by the RBI on behalf of the Government of India
under the Government Securities Act. The funds raised are credited to the Consolidated Fund of
India and are specifically earmarked for green public sector projects, as per the framework
published by the Ministry of Finance.
Q4. The 'Global Biofuel Alliance', launched on the sidelines of the G20 Summit, focuses on
which of the following?
1. Accelerating the uptake of biofuels globally.
2. Facilitating global trade in biofuels.
3. Promoting the use of biofuels in the aviation sector.
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
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The Global Biofuel Alliance (GBA) is an initiative by India, the USA, and Brazil to
boost the use of clean energy. Its core objectives include increasing the global adoption of
biofuels, setting up global standards, and promoting technology and trade to help countries
transition to biofuels, including advanced sustainable aviation fuels.
Q5. Consider the following statements regarding the 'Pardoning Power of the President'
under Article 72 of the Constitution:
1. The President can grant a pardon in cases involving sentences by a Court Martial.
2. The power of the President to grant pardon is independent of any judiciary review.
3. The President can exercise this power only when the death sentence is awarded.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The President's power under Article 72 covers sentences by a Court Martial.
However, the Supreme Court has clarified in the Epuru Sudhakar case that the President's
pardon is subject to judicial review if it is exercised arbitrarily or with malafide intent. Also, the
power is not limited to death sentences; it covers all offences against federal law

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