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Q1) With reference to Sanchar Saathi, consider the following statements:
1. Sanchar Saathi is a security and awareness platform developed by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT).
2. It is available for public use as both a mobile application and a web portal.
3. The Chakshu feature of Sanchar Saathi allows users to report suspicious calls, phishing links, and impersonation scams.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q2) The Idate Commission’s report, often seen in the news, is related to:
Q3) Operation Kagar is related to:
Q4) Consider the following statements regarding DHRUVA:
1) DHRUVA provides a unique digital address for every home in India using a geo-coded framework.
2) The Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN) under DHRUVA is a 10-digit alphanumeric code created using 4×4 metre geospatial grids.
3) The Digital Address Layer under DHRUVA automatically generates labels for users without requiring consent.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q5) Consider the following statements about NATGRID (National Intelligence Grid):
1) NATGRID provides real-time access to both government and private databases for police and investigating agencies.
2) Access to NATGRID is now available to State police officers of Superintendent of Police (SP) rank, whereas earlier it was limited to 10 central agencies.
3) NATGRID requires an FIR (First Information Report) to be registered before information can be accessed.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q6) Which of the following are constitutional qualifications required for appointment as a High Court Judge under Article 217?
1) A Citizen of India
2) Held judicial office in India for at least 10 years
3) Advocate of a High Court for at least 10 years
4) A Minimum age of 45 years
Choose the correct option:
Q7) Consider the following restrictions:
1. Public order
2. Contempt of court
3. Reasonable restrictions in the interest of public health
4. Decency or morality
Which of the following is NOT a ground for restricting the Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression under Article 19(2) of the Indian Constitution?
Q8) Consider the following statements about the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM):
1) EAC-PM is a non-constitutional body that provides economic advice directly to the Prime Minister on macroeconomic issues.
2) It is chaired by an eminent economist with full-time and part-time members supported by NITI Aayog as the nodal agency.
3) The council's recommendations are binding on government policy decisions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q9) With reference to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) in India, consider the following statements:
1) AERB was constituted on November 15, 1983, by Presidential Order under Section 27 of Atomic Energy Act, 1962.
2) AERB headquarters is located in Mumbai and it operates Regional Regulatory Centres in Kolkata, Chennai, and New Delhi
3) AERB license is a mandatory certification for entities involved in the use of ionizing radiation and nuclear energy in India.
Which of the above given statement(s) is/are correct?
Q10) Consider the following statements regarding Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan Campaign:
1) It was launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development on November 27, 2024.
2) The campaign targets seven high-burden states including West Bengal, Bihar, and Andhra Pradesh.
3) States must prepare action plans to bring child marriage rates below 5% by 2029.
Which of the above given statement(s) is/are correct?
Q11) Consider the following statements:
1. Under the Doctrine of Absolute Liability, an enterprise engaged in hazardous or inherently dangerous activities is absolutely liable for any harm caused, with no exceptions or defences available.
2. The Precautionary Principle holds that lack of scientific certainty cannot be used as a reason to delay preventive action where there is a risk of serious environmental harm.
3. The Polluter Pays Principle mandates that the polluter must bear the cost of preventing, controlling, and remedying environmental pollution.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q12) With reference to the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme, consider the following statements:
1. The PM E-DRIVE Scheme was launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industry.
2. The scheme subsumes EMPS-2024, giving it an effective duration of two years.
3. Incentives under the scheme are available only for privately owned electric vehicles.
4. The scheme excludes EV charging infrastructure and focuses only on vehicle subsidies.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q13) With reference to the proposed Bureau of Port Security (BoPS), consider the following statements:
1. The Bureau of Port Security will be constituted as a statutory body under the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025.
2. BoPS will function under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and will perform regulatory and oversight functions related to the security of ships and port facilities.
3. The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) was earlier designated as the Recognised Security Organisation (RSO) for seaport facilities, responsible for security assessments and preparation of security plans.
How many of the above statement/s is/are incorrect?
Q14) Consider the following statements:
1. An Executive Magistrate may issue preventive orders in cases of urgent nuisance or apprehended danger.
2. Such orders may be passed ex parte in emergencies and can apply to individuals, groups in a specified area, or the public at large.
3. These orders can remain in force for a maximum period of six months, extendable by the Executive Magistrate.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q15) With reference to the removal of a High Court Judge, consider the following statements:
1. A High Court judge can be removed only by an order of the President after an address by Parliament.
2. The address for removal must be supported by a simple majority in both Houses of Parliament.
3. The Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 provides for a three-member committee to investigate the charges.
4. The grounds for removal of a High Court judge are the same as those for a Supreme Court judge.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q16) Consider the following statements regarding the Sarkaria Commission:
1. It recommended the establishment of a permanent Inter-State Council under Article 263.
2. It favoured the frequent use of Article 356 to deal with State governments.
3. It suggested that reasons should be communicated to the State government when the President withholds assent to State Bills.
4. It recommended that the Governor can dismiss the Council of Ministers even if it commands a majority in the Assembly.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q17) Consider the following statements:
1. The President may specify socially and educationally backward classes for a State or Union Territory by public notification.
2. In the case of a State, the President is required to consult the Governor before issuing such notification.
3. The Central List of socially and educationally backward classes can be varied by subsequent executive notifications of the President.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q18) With reference to the APAAR ID, consider the following statements:
1. APAAR is a lifelong academic identifier that stores a learner’s academic and co-curricular records from early schooling to higher education and lifelong learning.
2. APAAR operationalises the National Credit Framework (NCrF) by enabling accumulation, transfer, and redemption of academic credits.
3. APAAR enables vertical and horizontal mobility between academic and vocational streams in line with NEP 2020.
4. APAAR supports secure access and sharing of academic certificates through DigiLocker.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q19) With reference to the National One Health Programme for Prevention and Control of Zoonoses (NOHP-PCZ), consider the following statements:
1. The programme was initially approved as a Central Sector Scheme during the 12th Five Year Plan in 2013.
2. It is currently implemented as Scheme D under the Umbrella Scheme of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) for FY 2021–26.
3. The programme aims to operationalize One Health mechanisms by strengthening inter-sectoral coordination from the national to the district and sub-district levels.
4. Establishment of Integrated Surveillance, Sentinel Surveillance Sites, and an Integrated digital portal for zoonoses are components of the programme.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q20) Consider the following statements regarding the Representation of the People Act, 1951:
1. Hiring vehicles by a candidate for the free conveyance of voters to polling stations is a corrupt practice.
2. Publishing false statements about the personal character of a candidate, even without knowing that they are false, is a corrupt practice.
3. Appealing for votes on religious, caste or linguistic grounds is considered a corrupt practice.
4. Seeking assistance from government servants such as police and revenue officers to further a candidate’s election prospects amounts to a corrupt practice.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q21) Consider the following statements
1. If a candidate set up by a recognised political party dies before publication of the list of contesting candidates, the poll shall be adjourned.
2. When the poll is adjourned due to the death of such a candidate, the concerned recognised political party is allowed to nominate a new candidate within seven days.
3. A person who had earlier withdrawn his nomination before the adjournment of poll is not eligible to be nominated again by the political party after such adjournment.
4. After adjournment of poll, a fresh list of contesting candidates must be published if the earlier list had already been notified.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q22) Which among the following statements with respect to Telecommunication Identifier User Entities (TIUE) is correct?
Q23) Consider the following statements regarding India’s National AIDS Control Programme (NACP):
1. NACP-I focused primarily on awareness generation, setting up HIV surveillance, ensuring safe blood, and preventive services for high-risk groups.
2. NACP-II introduced key initiatives such as the National Blood Policy, National Adolescent Education Programme and the launch of the national Anti-Retroviral Treatment (ART) programme.
3. NACP-III aimed to halt and reverse the HIV epidemic by scaling up prevention efforts and integrating them with Care, Support and Treatment (CST) services.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q24) Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Information Service (IIS):
1. The Indian Information Service (IIS) is a Central Civil Service classified under Group A and Group B.
2. IIS officers act as media managers of the Government of India and serve as a communication link between the government and the public.
3. Most IIS officers work in media units under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting such as DD News, All India Radio, Press Information Bureau, and others.
4. During their tenure in the Press Information Bureau (PIB), IIS officers function as spokespersons for various ministries and assist in policy communication and formulation.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q25).With reference to the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), consider the following statements:
1.It was established in 1986 as an umbrella organisation for forestry research and education in India.
2.It is an autonomous body registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
3.It functions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q26).The Service Voter Portal, recently seen in the news, is developed by:
Q27).With reference to Koyla Shakti, consider the following statements:
1.It is a Smart Coal Analytics Dashboard that provides real-time monitoring of the coal supply chain.
2.The platform has been developed by National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation under the directions of the Ministry of Coal and is powered by the Unified Logistics Interface Platform .
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q28).
With reference to the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI), consider the following statements:
1.It was established in 1970 as a Public Sector Undertaking under the Companies Act, 1956.
2.It functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Textiles.
3.Its primary role includes undertaking price support operations when cotton prices fall below the Minimum Support Price (MSP).
4.It operates only in selected cotton-growing states of India.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q29).
With reference to Prasar Bharati, consider the following statements:
1.Prasar Bharati is an autonomous statutory body established by an Act of Parliament.
2.Doordarshan and Akashvani function under the aegis of Prasar Bharati.
3.Prasar Bharati is mandated to provide news and programmes free from opinion or political bias on matters of public interest.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q30).With reference to the University Grants Commission (UGC), consider the following statements:
1.The University Grants Commission (UGC) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
2.The UGC has the mandate to frame regulations on minimum standards of education in universities.
3.The UGC acts as a link between the Union and State Governments and institutions of higher learning.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q31).Consider the following statements regarding the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA):
1.The DGCA is an attached office of the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
2.It is the regulatory authority responsible for civil aviation safety in India.
3.The DGCA regulates air transport services within, to, and from India.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q32) With reference to the electronic National Agriculture Market (e-NAM), consider the following statements:
1.Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Govt.
of India has appointed the Small Farmers' Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC) as the Lead Implementing Agency of e-NAM.
2.It is fully funded by the Central Government.
3.It integrates only APMC-regulated market yards and excludes private markets.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q33).The world’s first Digital Tribal University, Adi Sanskriti, recently launched by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, is located in:
Q34).
Consider the following statements regarding the Bureau of Immigration (BoI):
1.BoI is headed by the Commissioner of Immigration.
2.The BoI is responsible for providing immigration services at various Immigration Check Posts (ICPs).
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q35) With reference to the Kosi River, consider the following statements:
1. The Kosi River is a transboundary river flowing through China, Nepal, and India.
2. The Kosi River is formed by the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Brahmaputra rivers.
3. The Kosi River is called the “sorrow of Bihar” due to its frequent course changes and floods causing widespread human suffering.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q36) The Shyok Tunnel, recently seen in the news, is located in which of the following Union Territory/State?
Q37) Consider the following pairs:
Island — Location
1. Falkland — South Atlantic Ocean
2. Chios — North Sea
3. Kariyachalli — South China Sea
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Q38) Which of the following statements best describes the atmospheric phenomenon of 'omega block', recently in the news?
Q39) Consider the following irrigation/water projects and match them with the rivers on which they are located:
Projects:
A) Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project
B) Almatti Dam
C) Mekedatu Dam
Rivers:
1) Krishna 2) Cauvery 3) Godavari
Which of the following is the correct match?
Q40) Which of the following aptly refers to the Pamir–Karakoram anomaly?
Q41) With reference to the Aravalli Range, consider the following statements:
1. The Aravallis are India’s oldest mountain range, about 2 billion years old, extending roughly 650 km from Delhi to Gujarat.
2. They act as an ecological barrier by checking the eastward spread of the Thar Desert into Haryana, Rajasthan and western Uttar Pradesh.
3. The range stabilises climate, supports biodiversity, recharges groundwater, and is the source of rivers such as the Chambal, Sabarmati and Luni.
4. The Aravalli Range is rich in sandstone, limestone, marble, granite, and minerals including lead, zinc, copper, gold and tungsten.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q42) Open Market Operations (OMOs) are best defined as:
Q43) With reference to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) in India, consider the following statements:
1. CPI weights are based on the Modified Mixed Reference Period (MMRP) data of the NSS 68th Round (2011–12).
2. CFPI is compiled as a weighted average of indices of all twelve sub-groups under the “Food and Beverages” group.
3. CPI and CFPI are compiled at the All-India level for Rural, Urban and Combined sectors, and CPI is also compiled for all States and Union Territories.
How many of the above statement/s is/are incorrect?
Q44) Consider the following statements regarding the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF):
1. The EFF is designed to address medium-term balance of payments problems arising from structural weaknesses.
2. Repayment terms under the EFF range from 4.5 to 10 years.
3. All IMF member countries with actual or potential external financing needs are eligible for the EFF.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q45)The Global Liveability Index is published by:
Q46) The 95–95–95 goals, recently seen in news, are related to:
Q47) Which of the following countries are the members of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)?
1. Oman
2. Ukraine
3. Syria
4. Myanmar
5. China
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Q48) CAATSA, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q49) Consider the following statements about Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day 2025:
1) UHC Day is observed annually on December 12 to promote health for all without financial hardship.
2) The United Nations General Assembly recognised UHC Day through a resolution in 2012.
3) The 2025 theme of UHC Day is “Unaffordable health costs? We’re sick of it!”
Which of the statements is/are correct?
Q50) The ‘Connecting Humanity Action Blueprint’, recently highlighted in the news, was released by:
Q51) “International Migration Outlook”, recently seen in the news, is released by:
Q52) Which of the following joint military exercises is conducted between India and Oman?
1) Al Najah
2) Naseem Al Bahr
3) Eastern Bridge
4) Desert Cyclone
Choose the correct option:
Q53) Consider the following statements regarding the Preah Vihear Temple:
1) It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located on the Cambodia–Thailand border in the Dangrek Mountain range.
2) The International Court of Justice ruled in 2013 that both Thailand and Cambodia share joint administrative control over the temple.
3) It is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q54) Which of the following statements most aptly refers to “Operation Hawkeye”?
Q55) With reference to Jordan, consider the following statements:
1. Jordan is a republic that became independent in 1946.
2. It shares its borders with Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Iran, and has a short coastline on the Gulf of Aqaba.
3. More than four-fifths of Jordan’s area is covered by deserts, and the country contains the lowest point on Earth.
4. Jordan has a humid climate with high rainfall, reducing concerns related to water scarcity.
How many of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q56)Consider the following statements regarding the Australia Group:
1. It is an informal arrangement aimed at preventing the proliferation of chemical and biological weapons through export controls.
2. Participation in the Australia Group creates legally binding obligations on member countries.
3. The Group focuses on improving the effectiveness of national export licensing measures without restricting legitimate trade.
4. All participating States are parties to both the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC).
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q57) Programme 2030, recently seen in the news, is associated with:
Q58) Consider the following statements regarding the High Ambition Coalition (HAC):
1. It is an informal coalition within UNFCCC pushing for ambitious climate action.
2. The Coalition was established by the Republic of the Marshall Islands in 2015 to ensure a strong and ambitious Paris Agreement.
3. The HAC was instrumental in including the 1.5°C temperature goal and the five-year cycle for updating climate commitments (NDCs) in the Paris Agreement.
4. Membership of the HAC is restricted only to developed countries belonging to the OECD.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q59).Hogmanay, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q60).With reference to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), consider the following statements:
1.OPEC was established in 1960 at the Baghdad Conference, by Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Venezuela.
2.One of OPEC’s objectives is to ensure fair and stable prices for petroleum producers.
3.OPEC was formed during a period marked by decolonisation and the emergence of newly independent states.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q61).With reference to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), consider the following statements:
1.The EAEU was established by the Treaty on the Eurasian Economic Union and has international legal personality.
2.It provides for the free movement of goods, services, capital, and labour among its member states.
3.All member states of the EAEU are located entirely in Europe.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q62).With reference to the IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC), consider the following statements:
1.It is a science-based global network of volunteer experts working on species conservation.
2.It directly implements conservation projects on the ground across member countries.
3.It provides scientific inputs for the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
4.It works in close association with the IUCN Secretariat.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q63).
With reference to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), consider the following statements:
1.The GCC was established in 1981 with its headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
2.The official language is Arabic.
3.The GCC aims at coordination and integration among member States in economic, political, and security-related fields.
4.Iraq and Yemen are founding members of the GCC.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q64).With reference to the Washington Treaty, consider the following statements:
1.The Washington Treaty forms the basis of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
2.The Treaty was signed in Washington D.C.
on 4 April 1949 by 12 founding members.
3.The Treaty derives its authority from Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, which reaffirms the inherent right of independent states to individual or collective defence.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q65).Consider the following statements regarding Angkor:
1.Angkor was the capital region of the Khmer Empire between the 9th and 15th centuries.
2.Angkor Wat was originally constructed as a Buddhist temple.
3. Khmer architecture evolved largely from that of the Indian sub-continent, from which it soon became clearly distinct as it developed its own special characteristics.
4.Angkor Archaeological Park is located in southern Cambodia.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q66).With reference to the Southern African Customs Union (SACU), consider the following countries:
1.Botswana
2.Lesotho
3.Namibia
4.Zimbabwe
5.Eswatini (Swaziland)
6.South Africa
Which of the above are members of SACU?
Q67).
Which of the following countries share a land border with Mongolia?
1.Russia
2.China
3.Kazakhstan
4.Uzbekistan
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Q68).
The “AI Preparedness Index (AIPI)” recently seen in the news is published by which organisation?
Q69).
The “123 Agreement,” recently seen in the news, refers to which of the following?
Q70) Consider the following pairs:
Ramsar Site – State
1) Khichan Wetland – Gujarat
2) Menar Wetland Complex – Rajasthan
3) Wadhvana Wetland – Maharashtra
4) Sultanpur National Park – Haryana
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Q71) Which of the following are outcomes/initiatives associated with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference COP 30 in Belém (2025)?
1) One Ocean Partnership
2) Tropical Forests Forever Facility
3) Blue Economy and Finance Forum
4) Finance in Common – Ocean Coalition
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Q72) With reference to flatworms (Phylum Platyhelminthes), consider the following statements:
1. Most flatworm species are parasitic and lack specialised respiratory and circulatory systems.
2. Flatworms are acoelomate, bilaterally symmetrical animals with three embryonic germ layers.
3. All classes of flatworms are parasitic throughout their life cycle.
4. Flatworms are generally hermaphroditic.
How many of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q73) With reference to the Nubian ibex (Capra nubiana), consider the following statements:
1. It is adapted to hot, arid mountainous regions and inhabits steep cliffs and rocky outcrops.
2. It is crepuscular, meaning it is most active during dawn and dusk.
3. It is listed as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q74) The term “glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) therapies”, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q75) Consider the following statements about Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs):
1) A Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) is a technology that connects the brain directly to a computer system to translate neural activity into actionable commands.
2) All BCIs require invasive implanted electrodes to function effectively.
3) Some BCIs are purely diagnostic, used to study brain disorders and cognitive functions.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q76) With reference to Weakly Interacting Massive Particles (WIMPs), consider the following statements:
1. WIMPs are hypothetical subatomic particles proposed as a candidate for dark matter.
2. WIMPs interact strongly with electromagnetic radiation, making them directly observable.
3. The annihilation of two WIMPs can produce high-energy gamma-ray photons.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q77)Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:
Thorium-229 is considered a promising candidate for developing nuclear clocks.
Statement-II:
Thorium-229 has an unusually low-energy nuclear excited state that can be directly accessed using laser light.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Q78) Nuzolvence and Blujepa, recently seen in the news, are best described as:
Q79) Consider the following statements:
1. Quantum superposition allows a qubit to exist in multiple states (0 and 1) simultaneously.
2. Quantum entanglement links qubits such that the state of one affects the state of the other instantly, even across large distances.
3. Superposition enables quantum computers to process many possibilities at once, giving them exponential computational power in certain tasks.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q80) Quantum Echoes, recently seen in the news, is associated with:
Q81) Consider the following statements
Statement–I:
Ossification of bones and mineralisation of teeth are commonly used in medico-legal age determination.
Statement–II:
The development and mineralisation of bones and teeth follow a predictable biological sequence that helps experts estimate a person’s age.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Q82) Consider the following statements regarding Bioremediation:
1. Bioremediation involves the use of living organisms to transform or remove toxic pollutants from the environment.
2. In in situ bioremediation, treatment of pollutants takes place away from the contamination site in a controlled facility.
3. Certain microorganisms used in bioremediation can convert toxic metals into less harmful forms.
4. Ex situ bioremediation includes techniques such as spraying oil-eating bacteria directly on ocean spills.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
Q83) Elevator Aileron Computer (ELAC)”, recently seen in the news, is associated with:
Q84).With reference to Ulcerative Colitis, consider the following statements:
1.It is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affecting the colon and rectum.
2.Risk factors include a family history of ulcerative colitis or other autoimmune diseases
3.Stress and dietary factors are the direct causes of ulcerative colitis.
4.It commonly begins in the rectum and may extend proximally in the large intestine.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q85).With reference to Monazite, consider the following statements:
1.Monazite is the principal rare earth bearing mineral in India, and the country holds significant global reserves of this mineral.
2.In Andhra Pradesh, thick ilmenite and monazite placers are found around Vishakapatnam and Bhimunipatnam.
3.Monazite typically contains radioactive elements, particularly thorium and uranium.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q86).RESPOND Programme, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q87).With reference to Methane (CH?), consider the following statements:
1.Methane is the primary component of natural gas and is a hydrocarbon.
2.Methane is the most abundant anthropogenic greenhouse gas in the atmosphere.
3.Methane has a higher global warming potential than carbon dioxide over a 100-year period.
4.Major anthropogenic sources of methane include agriculture, landfills, and oil and natural gas systems.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q88).In the context of tephra produced during explosive volcanic eruptions, arrange the following by decreasing particle size:
1.Lapilli
2.Bombs/Blocks
3.Volcanic ash
Select the correct option:
Q89) Vande Mataram was originally composed as part of which literary work?
Q90) Which of the following combinations correctly lists elements inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list?
1) Chhau Dance
2) Sankirtana
3) Deepavali
4) Bihu
Choose the correct option:
Q91) Arrange the following Neolithic/Megalithic sites from North to South:
1)Adichanallur
2)Burzahom
3)Brahmagiri
4)Hallur
Choose the correct option:
Q92) Consider the following statements regarding the Ramappa (Rudreshwara) Temple:
1) It is a Kakatiya-style Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in present-day Telangana.
2) The temple was built in 1213 AD during the reign of Kakatiya Ganapati Deva and is named after its chief sculptor, Ramappa.
3) It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011 and is noted mainly for its rock-cut cave architecture.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q93) Consider the following statements regarding Bison Horn Maria dance:
1) It is performed by the Dandami Madia (Maria) tribe, a sub-group of Gonds in Bastar region of Chhattisgarh.
2) The dance symbolises the hunting spirit of Gaur and is associated with rituals like festivals, harvest, and marriage.
3) It is performed exclusively by men mimicking bison movements.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q94).With reference to the Kani Shawl, consider the following statements:
1.It is woven using Pashmina yarn with the help of wooden spools called Kani.
2.The weaving process follows a coded pattern known as Talim.
3.The Kani shawl has received the GI Tag making Kanihama the only place where Kani Shawls are woven legally.
4.The shawl contains floral and leafy motifs.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q95).With reference to the Ol Chiki script, consider the following statements:
1.Ol Chiki was developed in 1925 by Pandit Raghunath Murmu for the Santali language.
2.Santali belongs to the Munda branch of the Austroasiatic language family.
3.Ol Chiki script is written from right to left and uses joined letters.
4.The Santali language was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution through the 92nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q96) Jantar Mantar, Delhi was built by which one of the following rulers?
Q97).Ponduru Khadi, recently seen in the news for receiving the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, originates from which of the following States?
Q98).
Consider the following statements about Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay:
1.Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay published his only English literary work Rajmohan’s Wife in 1864.
2.The newspaper Bangadarshan was started by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1872.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q99).Jama Masjid in Delhi is known for housing certain relics of religious significance.
Which of the following are traditionally believed to be preserved within its premises?
1.A hair of Prophet Muhammad
2.Sand from the battlefield of Karbala
3.A Quran written on deer skin
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q100).
With reference to the construction of the Red Fort, consider the following statements:
1.It is an irregular octagon, with two long sides on the east and west, and with two main gates, one on the west and the other on the south, called Lahori and Delhi gates respectively.
2.The Diwan-i-‘ Am (‘Hall of Public Audience’) is a rectangular hall, three aisle deep, with a façade of nine arches.
3.The Tasbih-Khana (‘chamber for counting beads for private prayers’) consists of three rooms, behind which is the Khwabgah (‘sleeping-chamber’).
Which of the statements given above are correct?