Current Affairs: UPSC Previous Year Questions (International Relations and Current Affairs)
3 previous year UPSC Prelims questions on Current Affairs (International Relations and Current Affairs). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
Explanations state facts as of the year each question was asked; words like “recently” refer to that year.
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UPSC 2015International Relations and Current Affairs · Current Affairs
Q1. The term IndARC, sometimes seen in the news, is the name of
Explanation
IndARC is India’s underwater observatory in the Arctic, established for long-term climate and oceanographic research. It monitors water temperature, salinity, ocean currents, and marine life, providing crucial data on climate change and Arctic ecosystems. Despite its geographic distance, India recognizes the Arctic’s global climate impact and its relevance to the Indian subcontinent. IndARC underscores India’s commitment to Arctic research, aiding climate predictions, policy decisions, and global scientific collaboration.
UPSC 2015International Relations and Current Affairs · Current Affairs
Q2. Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?
Explanation
Following approval by the Union Cabinet on February 20, 2014, the Odia (Odia) language became the country’s sixth classical language. Odia (Oriya) is an Indo-Aryan language primarily spoken in Odisha and one of six classical languages of India, recognized for its rich literary and cultural heritage. Its history dates back to the ancient Kalinga kingdom, with inscriptions from the 10th century and a literary tradition spanning over a thousand years. Sarala Dasa, a medieval poet, is renowned for his Odia Mahabharata, a landmark literary work.
Additional insight:
In 2024, Marathi, Assamese, Bengali, Pali and Prakrit were also given status of classical language by Cabinet on recommendation of the Language Expert Committee constituted by the Ministry of Culture and Sahitya Academy. Criteria for Classical Language Status in India Recorded history of over 1,000 years. Substantial body of ancient literature. Independent literary tradition, not derived from any other language. Distinct vocabulary, though it may have borrowings or influences from other languages.
UPSC 2015International Relations and Current Affairs · Current Affairs
Q3. Which one of the following issues the ‘Global Economic Prospects’ report periodically?
Explanation
The World Bank is the publisher of the Global Economic Prospects report, a flagship publication that provides comprehensive analyses of the global economic landscape. This report is released twice a year, typically in January and June, and offers in-depth assessments of current economic conditions, emerging trends, and potential risks to the global economy. It serves as a key resource for policymakers,
Answer key for these questions
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UPSC year
Correct answer
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2015
(d) India’s underwater observatory to scientifically study the Arctic region
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2015
(a) Odia
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2015
(d) The World Bank
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This page covers 3 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Current Affairs (International Relations and Current Affairs), asked from 2011 to 2025. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
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