UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 26
With reference to India, consider the following pairs :
| Action | The Act under which it is covered |
|---|---|
| 1. Unauthorized wearing of police or military uniforms | The Official Secrets Act, 1923 |
| 2. Knowingly misleading or otherwise interfering with a police officer or military officer when engaged in their duties | The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 |
| 3. Celebratory gunfire which can endanger the personal safety of others | The Arms (Amendment) Act, 2019 |
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B (Only two)
Explanation: The Official Secrets Act covers misleading officials and improper use of official uniforms in specified circumstances; the 2019 Arms amendment penalizes reckless celebratory firing.
Statement / Pair / Item-wise Analysis:
1. Correct/True - The Official Secrets Act, 1923, addresses unauthorized use of uniforms intended to deceive.
2. Incorrect/False - Obstructing or misleading police/military officials is not governed by the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.
3. Correct/True - The Arms (Amendment) Act, 2019 penalizes celebratory gunfire endangering life or safety.
Option-wise Analysis:
A. Incorrect-it counts 1, but items 1, 3 qualify, giving 2.
B. Correct-exactly 2 of the 3 listed items satisfy the condition.
C. Incorrect-it counts 3, but only 2 qualify; item(s) 2 do not.
D. Incorrect-it counts 0, but items 1, 3 qualify, giving 2.