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Q1) With reference to ECINET, consider the following statements:
1) ECINET is a unified digital platform launched by the Election Commission of India in 2025 to streamline electoral processes.
2) Through ECINET, citizens can register to vote, track application status, and download their e-EPIC (electoral photo identity card).
3) ECINET is used primarily for counting votes manually at polling stations during elections.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q2) With reference to the Mission Vatsalya Portal, consider the following statements:
1) The Mission Vatsalya Portal operates under the centrally sponsored Mission Vatsalya Scheme of the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD).
2) The portal was revamped and relaunched to integrate systems like TrackChild, Khoya-Paya, and CARINGS.
3) It enables real-time tracking and coordination among stakeholders such as Child Welfare Committees, Juvenile Justice Boards, and Child Care Institutions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q3) Who was the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly of India?
Q4) With reference to the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), consider the following statements:
1. It functions under the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
2. It is responsible for approval of drugs, conduct of clinical trials, and regulation of imported drugs in India.
3. The CDSCO alone is responsible for issuing licenses for all categories of drugs in India.
How many of the above statement/s is/ are incorrect?
Q5) Which one of the following categories of Fundamental Rights in India specifically prohibits trafficking in human beings and forced labour?
Q6) With reference to the financial sources of States in India, consider the following:
1. Devolution and grants recommended by the Finance Commission (Article 280)
2. Grants under various Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS)
3. Central Sector Schemes (CS) grants
4. Grants under Article 275 of the Constitution
5. Grants made by the Union government under Article 282
How many of the above can be considered as financial sources for States in India?
Q7) Under which of the following conditions can the CBI take over a case registered by the State Police?
1. On request of the State Government and approval by the Central Government.
2. When the State gives consent under Section 6 and the Centre issues notification under Section 5 of the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act, 1946.
3. When directed by the Supreme Court or High Court.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q8) With reference to the Bar Council of India (BCI) regulations on the practice of foreign lawyers and law firms in India, consider the following statements:
1. The practice of Indian law is exclusively reserved for advocates registered under the Advocates Act, 1961.
2. Foreign lawyers and law firms are allowed to appear before Indian courts and tribunals in matters involving international law.
3. Foreign lawyers may participate in international commercial arbitration in India if it involves foreign or international law.
How many of the above statement/s is/are incorrect?
Q9) What makes schemes such as Karnataka’s Gruha Lakshmi, West Bengal’s Lakshmir Bhandar, Madhya Pradesh’s Ladli Behna Yojana, and Telangana’s Mahalakshmi common in their implementation approach?
Q10) With reference to the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS-NMP), consider the following statements:
1. The plan is driven by seven engines including Railways, Roads, Ports, Waterways, Airports, Mass Transport, and Logistics Infrastructure.
2. The plan has been developed as a digital master planning tool by BISAG-N using GIS technology, ISRO satellite imagery, and Survey of India maps.
3. It focuses exclusively on Central Government projects and does not include infrastructure developed by State Governments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q11) With reference to the Online National Drugs Licensing System (ONDLS), consider the following statements:
1.ONDLS is a digital portal developed to streamline licensing of drugs and cosmetics in India.
2. It is developed by CDAC in coordination with CDSCO and State/UT Drugs Regulatory Authorities.
3. The portal ensures uniform implementation of the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 and its rules.
4. ONDLS only deals with the import of drugs and does not cover drugs manufactured or distributed in India.
How many of the above statement/s is/are correct?
Q12) With reference to the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, consider the following statements:
1. Every child between the ages of six and fourteen years has the right to free and compulsory education in a neighbourhood school till completion of elementary education.
2. A child with multiple disabilities has the right to opt for home-based education.
3. Parents or guardians are legally bound to ensure that their children receive elementary education.
4. The Central and State Governments share concurrent responsibility for providing funds to implement the Act.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q13) .With reference to the National Career Service (NCS), consider the following statements:
1.It is a Mission Mode Project launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
2.It aims to bridge the gap between job seekers and employers, and also provides career counselling and skill training services.
3.The NCS operates through Model Career Centres, a digital ICT-based portal, and linkages with State Employment Exchanges.
4.The NCS provides multilingual support through a toll-free helpline (1514) for users.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q14).Which of the following released the report titled “Designing a Policy for Medium Enterprises”?
Q15).With reference to the “Angikaar 2025” campaign, recently launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, consider the following statements:
1.It is an outreach initiative under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0).
2.The campaign aims to fast-track verification of applications and expedite the completion of sanctioned houses.
3.It also seeks to create awareness about the Credit Risk Guarantee Fund Trust for Low Income Housing (CRGFTLIH) scheme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q16) .The National Designated Authority (NDA), recently seen in the news, has been established as a mandatory requirement under which of the following international agreements?
Q17) .
With reference to the “Shunya” Labelling Programme, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements:
1.It was launched by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in 2021 to promote Net Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB) and Net Positive Energy Buildings (NPEB) in India.
2.Buildings with an Energy Performance Index (EPI) between 10 and 0 kWh/m²/year are awarded the Shunya Label.
3.Buildings with an EPI below 0 kWh/m²/year receive the Shunya+ Label.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q18) .With reference to the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG), consider the following statements:
1.It is an online platform developed under the eCourts Project to provide real-time data on pending and disposed cases across Indian courts.
2.The Supreme Court of India has not yet onboarded its data onto the NJDG.
3.The NJDG allows drill-down analysis of both civil and criminal cases based on parameters such as the age of the case, State, and District.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q19) .
Consider the following statements regarding the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP):
1.ULIP is a digital gateway conceptualized by NITI Aayog to provide end-to-end visibility in logistics.
2.It is maintained and operated by NICDC Logistics Data Services (NLDS), a joint venture between the Government of India and Japan’s NEC Corporation.
3.One of its objectives is to simplify processes such as compliance, document filing, and approvals by enabling API-based data integration.
4.ULIP has been launched under the broader framework of Digital India programme.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q20) Consider the following statements regarding Supermoon:
1) A supermoon occurs when the Moon is at its farthest point from Earth, known as apogee, during a full moon.
2) The term “Supermoon” was coined by astrologer Richard Nolle in 1979.
3) A supermoon appears larger and brighter than a regular full moon
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q21) .
The term “Strawberry Moon”, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q22) .
Consider the following statements regarding the Badain Jaran Desert – Towers of Sand and Lakes:
1.It contains the world’s tallest stabilized sand mega-dune.
2.It has a high concentration of inter-dunal lakes despite being a hyper-arid region.
3.It is located on the Alashan Plateau in northwestern China.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q23).
India’s only active volcano is located in which one of the following places?
Q24) Consider the following statements about Stablecoins:
1) Stablecoins are digital currencies designed to minimise price volatility by pegging their value to assets like fiat currencies, commodities, or algorithms.
2) Fiat-collateralised stablecoins are backed by reserves of traditional currencies, while algorithmic stablecoins rely on supply-demand mechanisms without tangible reserves.
3) The Reserve Bank of India currently recognises stablecoins as legal tender in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q25) The report titled "Policies for a Competitive India," which provides recommendations to enhance India’s economic competitiveness, is released by:
Q26) Consider the following statements about Sa-Dhan:
1. Sa-Dhan is the Association of Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs) and acts as a Self-Regulatory Organization (SRO) for the microfinance sector in India.
2. It was established in 2004 and is recognised by the Reserve Bank of India.
3. Sa-Dhan publishes the Bharat Microfinance Report (BMR) to provide data and analysis on the performance of microfinance institutions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q27) Consider the following statements regarding the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses (2025–26 to 2030–31):
1) The Mission aims to achieve self sufficiency in pulses by December 2027.
2) It includes 100 percent procurement of Tur, Urad, and Masoor at MSP for six years.
3) The total budgetary allocation for the Mission is ?11,440 crore.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q28) With reference to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO), consider the following statements:
1. Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) represents the percentage of employed persons in the total population.
2. Worker Population Ratio (WPR) is the percentage of persons in the labour force (either working or seeking work) in the population.
3. The ‘Usual Status’ considers the principal activity of a person over the last 365 days preceding the survey.
4. The ‘Current Weekly Status’ considers the activity status of a person over the last 7 days preceding the survey.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q29) Consider the following statements about the Convention on Supplementary Compensation for Nuclear Damage (CSC):
1) The CSC was adopted in 1997 under the framework of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
2) It establishes a two-tier compensation system involving both the nuclear operator and member states.
3) India ratified the CSC in 2016 to access international supplementary funds in the event of nuclear accidents.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q30) Seafood products that display the blue eco-label for being sourced from responsibly managed and traceable fisheries are certified by which organisation?
Q31) Consider the following statements regarding World Mental Health Day:
1) It is observed every year on October 10 to raise awareness about mental health issues and mobilize efforts in support of mental well-being.
2) The World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) initiated the observance in 1992.
3) The theme for 2025 is “Access to Services:
Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies.”
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q32) KONKAN 25 is a naval exercise conducted between:
Q33) The Darién Gap, recently seen in the news due to migration issues, connects which two countries?
Q34) Consider the following statements regarding the East Asia Summit (EAS):
1) The East Asia Summit was launched in 2005 as an ASEAN-led initiative to promote regional cooperation and dialogue.
2) The EAS currently comprises 18 members, including 10 ASEAN countries and 8 dialogue partners such as India, the United States, and Russia.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q35) Consider the following pairs:
1) Essequibo - Venezuela
2) Abyei - Ethiopia
3) Tigray - Sudan
4) Socotra - Yemen
How many of the pairs of places and countries are correctly matched?
36) Consider the following statements regarding OPEC+ (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries Plus):
1. OPEC+ was formed in 2016 to address the fall in oil prices caused by U.S.
shale oil production.
2. OPEC+ includes 12 OPEC countries along with 10 additional non-OPEC oil-producing countries.
3. Brazil is a full member of OPEC+ since February 2025.
Which of the above given statement(s) is/are correct?
Q37) .
The World Economic Outlook (WEO) is released by which of the following organizations?
Q38) Consider the following statements about the Food Loss App (FLAPP):
1) The Food Loss App (FLAPP) was launched by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 2023 to track and reduce food loss across supply chains.
2) FLAPP helps identify hotspots of food loss, enabling targeted interventions to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
3) By quantifying losses, FLAPP supports the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12.3, which aims to halve global food loss and waste by 2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q39) With reference to the formation and membership of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), consider the following statements:
1, The North Atlantic Treaty, also known as the Washington Treaty, was signed in 1949 by 12 founding member countries from Europe and North America.
2. The decision to admit new members to NATO is taken by a two-thirds majority vote of the United Nations General Assembly.
3. Article 10 of the Treaty allows any European State that furthers the principles of the Alliance and contributes to North Atlantic security to become a member.
4. Poland is one of the founding members of NATO.
How many of the above statement/s is/are correct?
Q40) With reference to the United Nations (UN), consider the following statements:
1. The United Nations was established in 1945 and currently has over 200 Member States.
2. The Secretary-General is selected by the General Assembly based on the recommendation of the Security Council.
3. The Secretary-General is appointed for a 4-year renewable term.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q41) Consider the following statements regarding the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
1. ASEAN was established in 1967 through the Bangkok Declaration to promote regional peace, stability, and economic growth.
2. The ASEAN Secretariat is located in Jakarta, Indonesia.
3. The founding members of ASEAN were Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Taiwan.
4. ASEAN currently has twelve member states.
How many of the above statement/s is/are correct?
Q42) Consider the following statements regarding Mongolia:
1. Mongolia is a landlocked country.
2. It is a one-party state.
3. Nomadic Elephant is a joint military exercise between Mongolia and China.
How many of the above statement/s is/are correct?
Q43) Arrange the following ports/cities connected under the India–Middle East–Europe Corridor (IMEC) from East to West:
1. Haifa
2. Jabal Ali
3. Mumbai
4. Piraeus
Select the correct sequence using the code given below:
Q44) The term “July Proclamation”, recently seen in the news, refers to
Q45) Consider the following international border crossings and the countries they connect:
1. Torkham – Afghanistan and Pakistan
2. Erez – Israel and Palestine
3. Wagah – India and Pakistan
How many of the above pairs are incorrectly matched
Q46) .
World Heritage Outlook 4 Report, recently seen in the news, is released by which of the following organizations?
Q47) .
Which two countries jointly launched the Blue NDC Challenge?
Q48).
The Chaman border, recently seen in the news, is a crossing point between which of the following countries?
Q49).
The ‘Equator Prize’, recently seen in the news, is organized by which of the following?
Q50).With reference to the 2023 International Maritime Organization (IMO) Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Strategy, consider the following statements:
1.It aims to reduce the carbon intensity of international shipping by at least 40% by 2030, on average across the sector.
2.The strategy aligns its long-term vision with the temperature goal set out in Article 2 of the Paris Agreement.
3.It includes measures related only to technical efficiency of ships, and does not address capacity building or R&D.
4.The strategy identifies mid- and long-term measures with possible timelines and their impacts on States.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q51) .
The Technology Prosperity Deal, a major bilateral initiative in the field of science and technology, has been signed between which of the following countries?
Q52).
Consider the following statements with reference to the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA):
1.It was launched at Mysuru, Karnataka, to commemorate 50 years of Project Tiger.
2.The Alliance aims to conserve only the tiger and the lion across their natural ranges.
3.It is a multi-country, multi-agency coalition involving both range and non-range countries.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q53) .
With reference to the Digital Silk Road (DSR), consider the following statements:
1.The Digital Silk Road is a component of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) .
2.It includes the development of both hard infrastructure such as cellular networks and soft infrastructure like digital platforms and mobile payment systems.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q54) .
The Thalweg Principle, recently seen in the news in connection with the India–Pakistan Sir Creek dispute, refers to:
Q55) Tor remadevii, recently mentioned in news, refers to which of the following?
Q56) SWAS, SAFAL and STAR, recently seen in the news, are related to:
Q57) With reference to the Biligiri Ranganatha Swamy Temple Tiger Reserve, consider the following statements:
1) The reserve is located in the Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka and derives its name from the Biligiriranga Hills.
2) It serves as a vital ecological corridor between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats.
3) The forest area comprises diverse forest types and is home to the Soliga tribe, who reside within the reserve.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q58) With reference to the Synchronous All-India Elephant Estimation (SAIEE) 2021–25, consider the following statements:
1) SAIEE is India’s first-ever DNA-based elephant population estimation exercise.
2) It was jointly released by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Wildlife Institute of India (WII), and Project Elephant.
3) Karnataka recorded the highest number of elephants, followed by Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q59) With reference to the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS), consider the following statements:
1) The Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) was notified by the Government of India in 2023 under the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2022.
2) The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) serves as the administrator of the scheme and issues Carbon Credit Certificates (CCCs).
3) The compliance mechanism under the CCTS is based on a cap-and-trade model similar to the EU Emissions Trading System.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q60) Which of the following pollutants are measured under India’s National Air Quality Index (AQI)?
1) Particulate Matter (PM?.? and PM??)
2) Sulphur Dioxide (SO?)
3) Nitrogen Dioxide (NO?)
4) Ozone (O?)
5) Carbon Dioxide (CO?)
6) Ammonia (NH?)
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q61) Which of the following species is known to exhibit “architectural immunity”?
Q62) Which of the following aptly refers to the “Drunken Monkey Hypothesis”?
Q63) With reference to the Snow Leopard, consider the following statements:
1. I t inhabits the high mountain ranges of Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent
2. The IUCN status of the Snow Leopard is Critically Endangered.
3. In India, it is found only in Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh.
How many of the above statement/s is/are correct?
Q64) With reference to the Air Quality Index (AQI) in India, consider the following statements:
1. The AQI converts complex air quality data of multiple pollutants into a single value, nomenclature, and colour for easy public understanding.
2. The overall AQI at a monitoring location is determined by the average of sub-indices of all pollutants measured.
3. AQI categories in India are determined based on the ambient concentration values and their likely health impacts.
4. The AQI in India is calculated for eight pollutants, including PM10, PM2.5, NO?, SO?, CO, O?, NH?, and Pb.
How many of the above statement/s is/are incorrect?
Q65) Consider the following species:
1. Lantana camara
2. Prosopis juliflora
3. Water lettuce
4. Parthenium hysterophorus
How many of the above are invasive alien species in India?
Q66) Consider the following statements regarding the Malabar Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica):
1. It is endemic to peninsular India and primarily inhabits moist tropical forests.
2. It is nocturnal, arboreal, and feeds exclusively on fruits and nuts.
3. Its tail length is approximately equal to its body length, and it helps in balance while leaping.
4. The species is listed as Vulnerable by IUCN and faces threats from habitat loss
How many of the above statement/s is/are correct?
Q67) Consider the following statements regarding the Coral Triangle:
1. It is a marine region located in the western Pacific Ocean, spanning about 6 million square kilometres.
2. It includes the sea zones of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, East Timor, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.
3. The region hosts around 75% of the world’s coral species and about one-third of global coral reefs.
4. The Coral Triangle Initiative was launched in 2009 to improve marine conservation and sustainable fisheries management.
How many of the above statement/s is/are correct?
Q68) Consider the following wildlife conservation projects in India:
1. Project Dolphin
2. Project Tiger
3. Project Cheetah
4. Project Elephant
Arrange the above in chronological order based on their year of launch:
Q69) Consider the following statements regarding the Alpine Musk Deer (Moschus chrysogaster):
1.It belongs to the order Artiodactyla and family Moschidae.
2.The characteristic feature of musk deer is that the male has a musk pod in male which weighs about 30 to 45 gm.
3.It is primarily found in the mid and north-eastern regions of Asia, including the Himalayan ranges.
4.The species is listed as Vulnerable under the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q70) .
The Menar Wetland Complex is known for which of the following features?
1. The Menar Wetland Complex is a freshwater monsoon wetland complex formed by three ponds, Braham talab, Dhand talab and Kheroda talab, and agricultural land that connects the latter two.
2.It provides habitat to several migratory and critically endangered bird species.
3.It is recognized as a model of community-led conservation in Rajasthan.
4.It is located along the India–Bangladesh border and forms part of the Sundarbans ecosystem.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q71) Consider the following statements regarding Akashteer:
1) Akashteer is an indigenous AI-enabled air defence control system developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) with support from DRDO and ISRO.
2) The system is vehicle-mounted and mobile, designed to enhance coordination and situational awareness for the Indian Army’s Air Defence Corps.
3) Akashteer integrates multiple sensors and radars to provide a real-time air picture and automate the detection, tracking, and engagement of aerial threats.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q72) In the context of cell biology, Apoptosis refers to:
Q73) Consider the following statements regarding INS Androth:
1. INS Androth is an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft of the Indian Navy.
2. The ship uses a diesel engine-waterjet propulsion system for high speed and maneuverability in shallow waters.
3. INS Androth is designed primarily for deep-sea blue-water naval operations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q74) In quantum mechanics, the phenomenon where particle passes through a potential energy barrier that it classically does not have enough energy to overcome is known as:
Q75) Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs) can be used for which of the following purposes?
1) Carbon capture and storage
2) Hydrogen and methane gas storage
3) Drug delivery systems
4) Water purification and desalination
5) Semiconductor fabrication
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Q76) Consider the following statements regarding Regulatory T Cells (Tregs):
1) Regulatory T cells help maintain immune tolerance by preventing the immune system from attacking the body’s own tissues.
2) The development of regulatory T cells is controlled by the FOXP3 gene.
3) The absence or malfunction of regulatory T cells can lead to cancer due to uncontrolled immune suppression.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q77) The Aghion–Howitt model is best known for explaining which of the following?
Q78) Consider the following statements regarding Tejas Mk1A:
1. Tejas Mk1A is an advanced variant of India’s indigenous Light Combat Aircraft developed by HAL.
2. It symbolises India’s progress toward Atmanirbhar Bharat in the aerospace and defense sector.
3. Tejas Mk1A has beyond-visual-range (BVR) combat capability and supports modern air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q79) Consider the following statements regarding Rotavac vaccine:
1. Rotavac is an Indian-made injectable vaccine developed to protect infants from rotavirus infections.
2. It was developed by Bharat Biotech in collaboration with the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
3. Rotavac has been prequalified by the World Health Organization (WHO), making it eligible for global procurement through agencies like UNICEF.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q80) With reference to the Lagrange points and India’s Aditya-L1 Mission, consider the following statements:
1. The L1 point lies on the line connecting the Sun and the Earth, allowing continuous observation of solar eruptions heading toward Earth.
2. Spacecraft positioned at L4 and L5 points can help detect solar activity and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) before they face the Earth.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
Q81) Recent research has highlighted the role of soil microbes in influencing arsenic accumulation in rice.
In this context, consider the following statements:
1. Arsenic-methylating bacteria convert inorganic arsenic into organic forms such as dimethylarsinic acid (DMA), which can be absorbed by rice plants.
2. Demethylating archaea enhance the toxicity of arsenic compounds in rice grains.
3. Dominance of methylating bacteria in rice paddies can increase the risk of straighthead disease in rice crops.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q82) Which of the following statements correctly describes a Time Rondeau Crystal (TRC) ?
Q83) FOXP3, recently seen in the news, is associated with which of the following functions?
Q84) Which of the following statements is correct with respect to Xenobiology?
Q85) With reference to Scrub Typhus, consider the following statements:
1.It is caused by a virus transmitted through mosquito bites.
2.It is prevalent mainly in the rural areas of Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent.
3.No vaccine is currently available to prevent the disease.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q86) .
Bhargavastra, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q87) .
The term ‘CRIB’, recently seen in the news, refers to which of the following?
Q88).
Consider the following statements regarding Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs):
1.CMEs are large expulsions of plasma and magnetic fields from the Sun’s corona.
2.The embedded magnetic field within a CME is usually weaker than the interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) of the solar wind.
3.The fastest Earth-directed CMEs can reach our planet within a day.
4.Important parameters used in CME analysis include size, speed, and direction.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q89).
With reference to Smallpox, consider the following statements:
1.It is an acute contagious disease caused by the variola virus, which belongs to the orthopoxvirus family.
2.The first successful vaccine in history, developed by Edward Jenner in 1796, was used to prevent smallpox.
3.The disease has been completely eradicated worldwide through global vaccination efforts.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q90).
PRATUSH, recently seen in the news, refers to which of the following?
Q91) .
‘Saksham’, recently seen in the news, refers to which of the following?
Q92) Athmopadesa ?atakam, a philosophical work emphasizing self-instruction, social reform, and the unity of all religions, was authored by:
Q93) Bathukamma is a floral festival celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm, primarily by women, and has been declared as the State Festival of which of the following states?
Q94) Consider the following statements regarding the Wahh?b? and Deoband movements:
1. Both movements emphasized a return to the original teachings of Islam and rejected innovations in religious practice.
2. While the Wahh?b? movement originated in 18th-century Arabia, the Deoband movement arose in 19th-century colonial India.
3. The Deoband school accepted modern secular education, while the Wahh?b? movement rejected it.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q95) .Triveni Sangh and Janeyu Andolan, recently seen in the news, refer to:
Q96).
Consider the following statements about Diwali (Deepavali):
1. Diwali is an official holiday in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mauritius, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname, Malaysia, Singapore and Fiji.
2.The festival is celebrated on a full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Kartika.
3.Diwali celebrates the return of Lord Rama, along with Sita and Lakshmana, from his 14-year-long exile after defeating the demon-king Ravana.
4.On this day, people worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha for wealth and prosperity.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q97).Royal Bhutan Monastery, recently seen in the news, is located in which of the following places?
Q98) .
With reference to the festival of Karva Chauth, recently seen in news, consider the following statements:
1.It is predominantly celebrated in the northern states of India such as Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
2.The festival involves a day-long fast observed by married women for the longevity and well-being of their husbands.
3.The term ‘Karva Chauth’ is derived from words meaning ‘earthen pot’ and ‘fourth’.
4.The ritual of offering water to the moon using an earthen pot marks a key part of the ceremony.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q99) .
Consider the following statements regarding Garba:
1.Garba is a ritualistic dance form performed during the Hindu festival of Navaratri dedicated to the worship of Shakti.
2.The dance is performed in a clockwise circular formation around an image of Lord Krishna.
3.‘Garba of Gujarat’ has been inscribed in the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q100) Consider the following statements regarding the Nobel Prizes:
1. The Nobel Prizes were first awarded in 1901 and have been awarded annually since then, except during World Wars I and II.
2. The Nobel Prize categories originally included Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, and Mathematics, as per Alfred Nobel’s will.
3. A Nobel Prize can be shared by up to three individuals, or in the case of the Peace Prize, it can also be awarded to an organisation.
4. The Nobel Prize cannot be revoked once it has been awarded.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?