Q1. With reference to the Indian Telecom Security Assurance Requirements (ITSAR), 2023, consider the following statements:
- ITSAR proposes mandatory access to smartphone source code for vulnerability analysis by designated Indian laboratories.
- The framework mandates automatic malware scanning on smartphones even after they are sold to consumers.
- ITSAR has been notified as a statutory law enacted by Parliament.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Option: A
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Access to source code for vulnerability analysis is a core proposal.
- Statement 2 is correct: Periodic post-sale malware scanning is mandated.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: ITSAR is a draft regulatory framework, not a parliamentary statute.
Q2. The “bright-line rule” under POCSO refers to:
A. Mandatory sentencing for all sexual offences
B. Treating all individuals below 18 as incapable of consent
C. Differentiating between consensual and exploitative acts
D. Granting courts discretion to assess maturity
Correct Option: B
Explanation:
The bright-line rule eliminates subjectivity by presuming that all persons below 18 cannot legally consent.
Q3. In the broader force restructuring of the Indian Army, Bhairav Battalions complement which of the following formations?
A. Rashtriya Rifles
B. Rudra Brigades
C. Strike Corps
D. Territorial Army
Correct Option: B
Explanation:
Rudra Brigades are integrated all-arms formations created alongside Bhairav Battalions as part of modernisation.
Q4. With reference to the PSLV-C62 / EOS-N1 mission, consider the following statements:
- It is the 64th flight of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle.
- It uses the PSLV-XL configuration.
- It marks the 105th launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: PSLV-C62 is the 64th PSLV flight.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: It uses the PSLV-DL variant, not XL.
- Statement 3 is correct: It is the 105th launch from Sriharikota.
Q5. Which of the following countries has demonstrated population-level herd protection from HPV vaccination?
A. India
B. Bangladesh
C. Nigeria
D. Sweden
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Robust evidence of herd protection exists from Sweden, as well as the UK and Australia.
