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CAPF (AC) 2024 (Paper-1) (Questions 101-125)

📆 August 11, 2025

Total Questions: 25

11. Which of the following statements with regard to the outcomes of the talks between the Prime Minister of India and the President of UAE held in February, 2024 is/are correct?

1. Both countries signed an agreement on inter-linking of domestic debit/credit cards.

2. An MoU was signed on cooperation in digital infrastructure projects.

3. Both countries agreed that a Bilateral Investment Treaty shall be signed in the next meeting at the ministerial level.

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Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution:During PM Modi's visit to the UAE in February 2024, key agreements were signed, including:
  • Bilateral Investment Treaty: Promotes investments between India and the UAE.
  • Energy Cooperation MoU: Expands collaboration in electrical interconnection and energy trade.
  • Regional Connectivity: India and UAE formed an Intergovernmental Framework Agreement under the IMEC for enhanced connectivity.
  • Digital Infrastructure MoU: Focuses on investment cooperation and knowledge sharing in digital infrastructure.
  • UPI-AANI Link: Enables seamless cross-border payments.
  • RuPay-JAYWAN Link: Expands RuPay acceptance in the UAE.
  • Archives Cooperation Protocol: Facilitates bilateral cooperation in preserving archival materials.
  • Heritage and Museums MoU: Supports the Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal, Gujarat

12. Which of the following is NOT one of the pillars of India's 'Foreign Trade Policy-2023'?

Correct Answer: (a) Enlarging MFN (Most Favored Nations)
Solution:FTP 2023 is a policy document which is based on continuity of time-tested schemes facilitating exports as well as a document which is nimble and responsive to the requirements of trade.

The Key Approach is based on Four Pillars:

  • Incentive to Remission,
  • Export promotion through collaboration - Exporters, States, Districts, Indian Missions,
  • Ease of doing business, reduction in transaction cost and e-initiatives,
  • Emerging Areas - E-Coramerce Developing Districts as Export Hubs and streamlining Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment, and Technologies (SCOMET) policy.

13. Which of the following statements about 'Vibrant Village Programme' of the Government of India is/are correct?

1. It aims at comprehensive development of the identified villages.

2. Fairs, festivals, sports meet etc. are organized under this programme.

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Correct Answer: (b) 2 only
Solution:The Vibrant Villages Programme, a centrally sponsored scheme announced in the Union Budget 2022-23 (to 2025-26), aims for comprehensive development of northern border villages, improving the quality of life for residents.

Covering 2,963 villages across Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Ladakh, the scheme focuses on creating Vibrant Village Action Plans with local administration and Gram Panchayats.

Key objectives include developing economic drivers, promoting social entrepreneurship, empowering youth and women, enhancing tourism potential, and fostering sustainable eco-agri businesses under the "one village-one product" concept.

14. Which of the following countries chaired the 43rd ASEAN SUMMIT?

Correct Answer: (c) Indonesia
Solution:The 43rd ASEAN Summit was chaired by Indonesia, and was held in Jakarta from September 4-7, 2023. The theme of the summit was "ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of Growth".

15. Which one among the following Indian PSUs has been declared as the winner at the Brandon Hall Group's Excellence in Technology Award-2023?

Correct Answer: (a) NTPC
Solution:NTPC, India's largest integrated power company, has been declared as the winner at the Brandon Hall Group's Excellence in Technology Awards 2023 in an online broadcast held on 7th December, 2023. NTPC stands out as the only PSU in India to secure dual accolades in the Technology Awards category.

The company received the coveted silver awards in two distinct categories: "Best Advance in Corporate Wellbeing Technology" and "Best Advance in Augmented and Virtual Reality." This recognition underscores NTPC's commitment to innovation and technological excellence, placing it at the forefront of advancements in corporate wellbeing and immersive technologies.

16. Which of the following two organizations are parts of TIWB (Tax Inspectors Without Borders)?

Correct Answer: (c) UNDP and Orgaization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)
Solution:Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB) is a collaborative initiative between the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). It aims to help countries build tax audit capacity. TIWB programs support broader international efforts to enhance cooperation on tax matters and contribute to domestic resource mobilization in developing countries.

17. Which of the following countries does NOT share boundary with Ukraine?

Correct Answer: (d) Lithuania
Solution:Ukraine borders seven countries: Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Moldova, Russia, and Belarus, following the original borders demarcated by the Soviet Union. The total length of the Ukrainian border is 6,992.98 km (4,345.24 mi). The area of the exclusive economic zone of Ukraine is 72,658 km2 (28,053 sq mi).

18. JAYWAN is the domestic Debit Card of which of the following countries?

Correct Answer: (a) UAE
Solution:
  • Jaywan is a domestic card scheme that aims to reduce the cost of payments and increase financial inclusion in the UAE.
  • Jaywan cards can be used across physical, contactless, and digital channels. They can also be co-badged with Mastercard or Visa cards.
  • Jaywan cards are designed to: Reduce reliance on international payment networks, Make financial services more accessible, and Improve security.

19. Who, amongst the following, has won International Emmy Award-2023 for 'Best Actor'?

Correct Answer: (d) Martin Freeman
Solution:Martin Freeman won the 2023 International Emmy Award for Best Actor for his role as Chris Carson in the United Kingdom's The Responder.

20. Which of the following statements about CBAN (Carbon Boarder Adjustment Mechanisms) is/are correct?

1. These are an emerging set of trade policy tools to allow movement of carbon-intensive economic activity from a jurisdiction having less stringent climate policy.

2. These are meant to increase the environment effectiveness of climate policies

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Correct Answer: (b) 2 only
Solution:The European Union (EU) will introduce its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in a transitional phase from October 2023, with a full implementation by January 2026. CBAM will impose a 20-35% carbon tax on imports of products made using non-environmentally sustainable processes.

As part of the EU's "Fit for 55 in 2030" package, CBAM aims to reduce carbon emissions by aligning import costs with the EU's domestic carbon pricing. Importers must declare the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of their products and purchase CВАМ certificates to offset them.

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