24.03.2025 UPSC PRELIMS MCQs

Q1. With reference to Tuberculosis (TB) disease, consider the following statements:

1. TB is caused by a virus that primarily affects the kidneys

2. The BCG vaccine provides lifelong immunity against all forms of TB

3. Latent TB infection means the person has no symptoms and cannot transmit the disease to others

4. Multi-Drug Resistant TB (MDR-TB) is defined as resistance to at least isoniazid and rifampicin

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q2. The Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcanic eruption, which recently made headlines, is located in which of the following countries?

Q3. Consider the following statements regarding anti-dumping duties:

1. In India, the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) is the 

authority responsible for recommending anti-dumping measures

2. Anti-dumping duties are imposed on imports that are priced higher than their normal value in the domestic market

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding Bandipur Tiger Reserve:

1. It is located in the Western Ghats at the tri-junction where Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala meet

2. It forms part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve along with Mudumalai and Wayanad protected areas

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q5. Consider the following statements about Lapis Lazuli and its historical significance:

1. Lapis Lazuli was extensively mined in the Indus Valley Civilization and used in their advanced metallurgical processes.

2. Archaeological evidence shows that Lapis Lazuli reached the Indian subcontinent primarily through trade routes connecting Afghanistan with Mesopotamia.

3. The Harappans used Lapis Lazuli predominantly for religious icons, while ornamental use was limited.

4. Lapis Lazuli artifacts found at Mohenjo-daro suggest direct trade relations between the Indus Valley Civilization and ancient Egypt.

Which of the statements given above are correct?