28.03.2025 UPSC PRELIMS MCQs

Q1. With reference to Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) in India, consider the following statements:

Q1. Aviation Turbine Fuel is classified as a petroleum product but is excluded from the purview of Goods and Services Tax (GST).

2. The pricing of Aviation Turbine Fuel in India is linked to international crude oil prices and is revised on a monthly basis by Oil Marketing Companies.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q2. With reference to 'Privilege Motion' in the Indian Parliamentary system, consider the following statements:

1. It can be moved only by a Minister against a Member of Parliament for disrupting the proceedings of the House.

2. The Speaker/Chairman has the sole and final authority to decide whether a privilege motion is admissible without referring it to the Privileges Committee.

3. Breach of privilege is punishable under the provisions of the Constitution of India.

4. A privilege motion can be moved against any individual, including those who are not members of Parliament.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q3. Which of the following is the highest mountain peak in India?

Q4. The 'Sahyog' portal, recently seen in news, is related to:

Q5. With reference to Kalaripayattu and Theyyam, consider the following statements:

1. While Kalaripayattu originated in Tamil Nadu, Theyyam is indigenous to Kerala.
2. Kalaripayattu is recognized as one of the oldest martial art forms in the world.
3. Theyyam involves ritual dance performances where performers are believed to be embodiments of deities.
4. Both Kalaripayattu and Theyyam are inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Which of the statements given above are correct?