Daily Prelims MCQs 1 / 5 Q. Consider the following statements regarding Archaeological Survey of India (ASI): It was established in the 19th century. 2. It regulates construction activities around protected monuments. 3. It operates independently of any Ministry. 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 2 / 5 Q. Consider the following statements regarding Palk Strait: It connects Bay of Bengal with Gulf of Mannar. 2. Its shallow depth facilitates large-scale international navigation. 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 3 / 5 Q. "Yellow Line" in geopolitical context refers to: (a) An internationally recognised ceasefire boundary (b) A maritime boundary defined under UNCLOS (c) A de facto military demarcation without legal recognition (d) A buffer zone established under UN supervision 4 / 5 Q. Which of the following correctly describes the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution? (a) Provides only advisory powers to tribal bodies (b) Applies uniformly across all Scheduled Areas in India (c) Establishes autonomous councils with legislative and judicial powers (d) Is implemented through PESA Act, 1996 5 / 5 Q. With reference to Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool, consider the following: (a) It is designed primarily to insure only cargo-related risks (b) It is backed by sovereign guarantee to ensure financial stability (c) It replaces all foreign marine insurers in Indian waters (d) It is limited to coastal shipping within India Your score isThe average score is 62% 0% Restart quiz