A. RUSSIA ATTACKED CHERNOBYL AT UKRAINE

I.  Multiple Choice Question

Q1. Why did military activity near Chernobyl cause international concern?

A) It increased tourism

B) It reduced electricity costs

C) It raised fears about nuclear safety and radiation risks

D) It improved environmental conditions

Answer: C) It raised fears about nuclear safety and radiation risks.

III. Descriptive Questions

Q1. Why is Chernobyl considered an important site in world history?

Answer: Chernobyl experienced a major nuclear disaster in 1986, teaching the world valuable lessons about nuclear safety risks.

Q2. What was a major concern regarding military actions near Chernobyl?

Answer:  Military activities could damage safety systems, disrupt monitoring operations, and increase fears of environmental radioactive contamination.

B. KALAPANI–LIPULEKH PASS–LIMPIYADHURA TRI-JUNCTION DISPUTE

I. Multiple Choice Question

1. Which area is at the center of the boundary dispute between India and Nepal?

A. Siachen Glacier

B. Kalapani–Lipulekh–Limpiyadhura region

C. Wagah Border

D. Kutch Region

Answer: B. Kalapani–Lipulekh–Limpiyadhura region

II. Descriptive Questions (20-word answers)

1. Why is the Kalapani–Lipulekh–Limpiyadhura region important?

Answer (20 words): The region is strategically important because it connects India, Nepal, and China and provides access to trade routes.

3. What is the main cause of the Kalapani dispute?

Answer (20 words): The dispute arises from differing interpretations of historical treaties and the source of the Kali River boundary.

C. GDP growth rate for 2025–26

I. Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to India’s provisional estimate, what is the GDP growth rate for 2025–26?

A. 6.2%

B. 7.0%

C. 7.7%

D. 8.5%

Answer: C. 7.7%

2. What is the meaning of Gross Domestic Product (GDP)?

A) Total income earned by citizens abroad

B) Total value of goods and services produced within a country’s borders ✅

C) Total exports of a country

D) Total government expenditure

Answer: B) Total value of goods and services produced within a country’s borders

3. What is Gross National Product (GNP)?

A) Value of goods produced only within a country

B) Total government revenue

C) Total value of goods and services produced by a country’s residents, including income from abroad ✅

D) Total imports and exports

Answer: C) Total value of goods and services produced by a country’s residents, including income from abroad

II. Descriptive Questions (20-word answers)

1. Explain the concept and meaning of Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Answer: GDP measures the total market value of final goods and services produced within a country’s borders during one year.

2. Explain the concept and meaning of Gross National Product (GNP).

Answer: GNP measures the total value of goods and services produced by a country’s residents, including income earned abroad.

3. What does the provisional GDP growth estimate of 7.7% indicate?

Answer (20 words): The estimate indicates strong economic performance, reflecting increased production, investment, consumption, and overall growth during 2025–26.

D. Israel and Lebanon

I. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. Which two countries have had long-standing border and security disputes in Central Asia ?

A) Israel and Lebanon ✅

B) India and Nepal

C) France and Germany

D) Brazil and Argentina

Answer: A) Israel and Lebanon

2. One major cause of tensions between Israel and Lebanon is:

A) Sports competitions

B) Border conflicts and security concerns ✅

C) Language differences

D) Tourism issues

Answer: B) Border conflicts and security concerns

II. Descriptive Questions (20-word Answers)

1. What is the main problem between Israel and Lebanon?

Answer: Israel and Lebanon face conflicts over borders, security concerns, military activities, and political disagreements affecting regional stability.

2. How do Israel–Lebanon conflicts affect people?

Answer: Conflicts can cause displacement, property damage, economic difficulties, casualties, and fear among civilians living near borders.