The PRESS Pad

This curated set of 15 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covers important current affairs relevant for UPSC Prelims and other competitive exams. Topics include the Durand Cup, the Kamchatka Peninsula earthquake, NISAR satellite, Prasat Ta Muen Thom, GLP-1 hormone, and recent international developments such as France's recognition of Palestine. Each question is followed by a well-researched explanation, ideal for revision and practice.

ISRO and NASA are set to launch their first joint Earth observation satellite, NISAR, on July 30, 2025. The satellite will use dual-frequency radar technology to monitor Earth's surface changes with unprecedented accuracy, supporting climate research, disaster response, and natural resource tracking.