17 February 2026 – Daily Current Affairs (English Premium) – Page 3 MCQs

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1️⃣ With reference to Rural Economic Revival, consider the following statements:

1. Increased capital expenditure has multiplier effects on rural employment.
2. Rural demand has no impact on inflation trends.
3. MSME credit expansion strengthens local value chains.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only B) 1 and 3 only C) 2 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Explanation: Rural demand significantly influences inflation. Capital expenditure and MSME credit both support rural revival.

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2️⃣ Digital Governance reforms primarily aim to:

A) Increase bureaucratic layers B) Reduce transparency C) Improve service delivery efficiency D) Eliminate citizen participation

Answer: C

Explanation: Digital platforms enhance transparency, reduce leakages, and strengthen accountability.

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3️⃣ Green Hydrogen is important because:

A) It is produced using fossil fuels. B) It reduces carbon emissions when used as fuel. C) It increases coal dependency. D) It is unrelated to climate goals.

Answer: B

Explanation: Green hydrogen is produced using renewable energy and supports low-carbon transition.

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4️⃣ India’s Global South Leadership is reflected through:

1. Advocacy for climate justice
2. Support for supply chain diversification
3. Withdrawal from multilateral institutions

Select the correct answer:

A) 1 and 2 only B) 2 only C) 1 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Explanation: India promotes climate justice and resilient supply chains while strengthening multilateral engagement.

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5️⃣ The concept of “Inclusive Growth” implies:

A) Growth benefiting only urban sectors B) Growth without social equity C) Growth ensuring participation across regions and sections D) Growth without employment generation

Answer: C

Explanation: Inclusive growth ensures equitable development across socio-economic groups.

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🎯 Prelims Strategy Tip: Eliminate extreme statements first. Link concepts with static syllabus.