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Q1) Consider the following statements regarding SAKSHAM (Samrakshan Kshamatha Mahotsav):
1. SAKSHAM is an annual awareness campaign initiated by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to promote fuel conservation and sustainable use of oil and gas.
2. The slogan of SAKSHAM is “Tel aur Gas Bachao, Harshit Urja Apnao”, highlighting energy efficiency and adoption of green energy.
3. The campaign is organised by oil and gas public sector companies in collaboration with local authorities, educational institutions, industries, and other stakeholders.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q2) Consider the following statements about Tele MANAS(Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States):
1. Tele MANAS provides 24×7 tele-mental health services across all States and Union Territories of India.
2. The enhanced Tele MANAS mobile app offers services in 10 regional languages in addition to English and Hindi.
3. The “Asmi” chatbot is designed to provide clinical diagnosis and prescription of medicines to users.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q3) Form 7 under the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960 can be used for which of the following purposes?
1. Deletion of a name due to death of the elector
2. Deletion of duplicate entries in the electoral roll
3. Objection to inclusion of a person below the prescribed voting age
4. Transfer of an elector’s name from one constituency to another
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Q4) Consider the following statements with reference to ‘PRAHAAR’, India’s recently unveiled national counter-terror policy:
1.It is India’s first comprehensive national counter-terror policy unveiled by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
2.It explicitly balances zero tolerance towards terrorism with adherence to human rights and rule of law principles.
3.It replaces all existing counter-terror laws with a single consolidated legislation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q5) With reference to the RailTech Policy announced by Indian Railways, consider the following statements:
1. The RailTech Policy was announced in February 2026 to promote innovation and start-ups in the railway sector.
2. Under the policy, Indian Railways will provide full (100%) funding for the development of selected innovations.
3. The policy retains the traditional vendor-based procurement model without scope for trials.
4. The policy focuses on the use of AI, sensors, drones, and renewable energy solutions to improve railway safety and operations.
How many of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q6) With reference to the rights of religious denominations in India, consider the following statements:
1. Article 26 guarantees religious denominations the right to manage their own affairs in matters of religion and to administer their property in accordance with law.
2. The rights under Article 26 are subject to public order, morality, health, and other Fundamental Rights.
3. The Supreme Court has laid down that a religious denomination must have a system of beliefs, a common organisation, and a distinctive name.
4. The Supreme Court has held that the Ramakrishna Mission, Ananda Marga, and Aurobindo Society are religious denominations within Hinduism.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q7) With reference to the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India, consider the following statements:
1. The removal of the CEC is an executive process carried out solely by the President without parliamentary involvement.
2. The CEC can be removed only on the grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity.
3. A removal motion requires the support of at least 50 Members of the Lok Sabha or 25 Members of the Rajya Sabha.
4. The inquiry committee for removal consists of a Supreme Court Judge, a Chief Justice of a High Court, and a distinguished jurist.
5. Other Election Commissioners can be removed only on the recommendation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q8) With reference to the powers, privileges, and restrictions of Parliament in India, consider the following statements:
1. Members of Parliament enjoy freedom of speech in Parliament, subject to constitutional provisions and the rules of the House.
2. Members of Parliament are immune from court proceedings for speeches made or votes cast in Parliament or its committees.
3. Parliamentary reports and proceedings are protected from legal action only when published with prior approval of the executive.
4. Discussion on the conduct of judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts in the discharge of their duties is prohibited in Parliament, except during impeachment proceedings.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q9 )With reference to Article 371A of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. Parliamentary laws relating to Naga religious and social practices, customary law, and ownership and transfer of land apply to Nagaland only with the approval of the State Legislative Assembly.
2. The Governor of Nagaland exercises special responsibility for law and order during periods of internal disturbance with discretionary powers.
3. Article 371A was part of the original Constitution of India as adopted in 1950.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q10) With reference to the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP), consider the following statements:
1. Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP-I) was launched on 15 February 2023 for the comprehensive development of villages along India’s northern border.
2. VVP-I covers 662 villages across 46 blocks in 19 districts of Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, and Ladakh.
3. Vibrant Villages Programme-II (VVP-II) covers villages along international land borders, excluding the northern border.
4. VVP-II was approved as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme with an outlay of ?6,839 crore till 2028–29.
5. One of the objectives of VVP-II is to integrate border populations as “eyes and ears” of border-guarding forces.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q11) With reference to regulation of films and television content in India, consider the following statements:
1. Television programmes and serials are required to obtain prior certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
2. Content and advertisement codes for programmes broadcast on cable television networks are prescribed under the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995.
3. Failure to display the category of film certification (such as UA or A) on advertisements constitutes an offence under the Cinematograph Act.
4. Video and CD versions of a film do not require separate certification once the theatrical version has been certified.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q12) With reference to the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), consider the following statements:
1. MIDH is a Central Sector Scheme fully funded by the Government of India.
2. The mission covers plantation crops such as tea, coffee, and rubber along with fruits and vegetables.
3. Under MIDH, all States receive 100 percent central funding for horticulture-related activities.
4. MIDH promotes area-based and region-specific strategies covering research, technology dissemination, post-harvest management, processing, and marketing.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q13) With reference to the guidelines issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on display of information in food service establishments, consider the following statements:
1. The guidelines apply to food service establishments having a central license or operating ten or more outlets, including franchised outlets of brands with more than ten establishments.
2. As per FSSAI guidelines, the calorific value of food items may be displayed on menu cards, menu boards, or booklets at the discretion of the food service establishment.
3. FSSAI mandates that allergen information be displayed next to the food item on menu cards or boards for easy consumer understanding.
4. Online food delivery platforms are required by FSSAI to display calorific value, veg/non-veg logo, allergen declaration, and nutritional information on their platforms.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q14) With reference to the Scheme for Economic Empowerment of DNTs (SEED), consider the following statements:
1. The SEED scheme was launched on 16 February 2022 for the welfare of Denotified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes.
2. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs through the Development and Welfare Board for DNTs.
3. Under the scheme, beneficiaries are identified centrally by the Union Government through a national portal.
4. The scheme provides support for competitive exam coaching, health insurance, livelihood generation, and housing assistance.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q15) With reference to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during elections, consider the following statements:
1. Criticism of political opponents must be limited to their public policies, programmes, and past record, and should not extend to their private lives.
2. Ministers of the Central or State Government are prohibited from entering polling stations or counting centres under all circumstances.
3. The use of places of worship such as temples, mosques, and churches for election propaganda is prohibited.
4. From the time elections are announced, Ministers and other authorities shall not sanction grants or payments from discretionary funds.
How many of the above statements are incorrect?
Q16) With reference to the constitutional basis of Judicial Review in India, consider the following statements:
1. Laws inconsistent with or in derogation of Fundamental Rights can be declared null and void by courts.
2. The Supreme Court has the power to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
3. The High Courts can issue writs only for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights and not for any other purpose.
4. In case of conflict between a law made by Parliament and a law made by a State Legislature, the central law prevails.
5. The Supreme Court can grant special leave to appeal from decisions of all courts and tribunals, including military courts.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q17. With reference to the National Mission on Pulses, consider the following statements:
1.The Mission aims to expand pulses cultivation to 310 lakh hectares and increase production to 350 lakh tonnes by 2030–31.
2.Seed quality and traceability are ensured through the SATHI initiative under the supervision of ICAR.
3.The Mission ensures 100% MSP procurement for all pulse crops.
4.The Mission promotes value addition by establishing 1,000 processing units.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q18) Consider the following statements:
1. Fait accompli refers to a situation where an action has been completed and cannot be easily reversed, even if its legality is under challenge.
2. Carte blanche implies limited and conditional authority granted to an institution.
3. Granting carte blanche to a statutory body means allowing it to act without any restrictions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q19) Consider the following statements regarding the evolution of the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) Scheme:
1. UDAN 1.0 marked the first flight between Shimla and Delhi and awarded 128 routes covering 70 airports.
2. UDAN 2.0 introduced Tourism Routes in coordination with the Ministry of Tourism and incorporated seaplane operations.
3. UDAN 3.0 brought several routes in the North-East Region under the ambit of the scheme and introduced water aerodrome connectivity.
4. UDAN 4.0 focused on hilly regions, North-Eastern States, and island territories with enhanced helicopter and seaplane services.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q20) .
With reference to “Mausamgram”, consider the following statements:
1.It is a web portal launched by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to provide village-level weather forecasts.
2.It provides monthly climate projections for the next one year based on global climate models.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q21) .
The Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP), recently seen in the news, was launched by which of the following?
Q22) .PANKHUDI, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q23) .
With reference to SWAYAM, consider the following statements:
1.SWAYAM is a programme initiated by Government of India and designed to achieve the three cardinal principles of Education Policy viz., access, equity and quality.
2.Swayam is a platform that facilitates hosting of all the courses, taught in classrooms from Class 9 till post-graduation to be accessed by anyone, anywhere at any time.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q24) .
With reference to the National Green Tribunal (NGT), consider the following statements:
1.The NGT was established under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010.
2.The Tribunal is bound by the procedures laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, and the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.
3.The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 under Section 19 gives the Tribunal power to regulate its own procedure.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q25) .SAHI and BODH, recently seen in the news, are related to:
Q26) .
With reference to “Sahakar Sarathi”, consider the following statements:
1.Sahakar Sarathi has been set up to enable Rural Cooperative Banks (RCBs) to provide modern banking services.
2.It has an authorised capital of ?1,000 crore, with the shareholding of NABARD, NCDC, and Rural Cooperative Banks fixed at 33.33% each.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q27) .Consider the following statements about the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT):
1.It is an autonomous organisation established in 1961 by the Government of India.
2.NCERT collaborates with international organizations to host visiting foreign delegations and provide various training facilities to educational personnel from developing countries.
3.It works under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q28) Consider the following statements:
Statement I
The Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect refers to the phenomenon where urban areas experience higher temperatures than surrounding rural areas, especially during the night.
Statement II
Concrete surfaces, dense buildings and reduced green cover in cities absorb heat during the day and release it slowly at night, leading to higher urban temperatures than surrounding rural areas.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Q29) With reference to the global diamond industry, consider the following statements:
1. Angola, Botswana, Canada, Congo, Namibia, and Russia together account for over 85% of global rough diamond production by both quantity and value.
2. India is among the top producers of rough diamonds globally.
3. India imports nearly 40% of global rough diamonds and re-exports polished diamonds mainly from hubs like Surat and Mumbai.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q30) .
The Piton de la Fournaise volcano, recently seen in the news, is located in:
Q31) .Consider the following statements about Pangong Tso Lake:
1).The lake lies entirely within Indian territory.
2).It is a saltwater lake that freezes during winter.
3).It serves as a breeding ground for migratory birds in summer.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q32) .
With reference to Dal Lake, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements:
1.The lake covers an area of 18 square kilometres and is part of a natural wetland.
2.The floating gardens known as “Raad” are found in this lake.
3.The urban lake, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is named the “Jewel in the crown of Kashmir” or “Srinagar’s Jewel”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q33) Consider the following statements about Bharat Taxi:
1. Bharat Taxi is a cooperative-based national ride-hailing platform developed under the Ministry of Cooperation with support from the National e-Governance Division (NeGD).
2. It is India’s first cooperative taxi network where drivers, known as sarathis, are shareholders and co-owners of the platform.
3. Bharat Taxi follows a cooperative model with transparent pricing and is integrated with government digital platforms such as DigiLocker and UMANG.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q34) Consider the following statements regarding the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS):
1. RDSS was launched in 2021 by the Ministry of Power to improve the quality and reliability of electricity supply.
2. Under RDSS, financial assistance is provided to DISCOMs irrespective of their performance to ensure 24×7 power supply.
3. The scheme focuses on smart prepaid metering, distribution infrastructure upgrades, capacity building, and solarisation of agricultural feeders under PM-KUSUM.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q35) Consider the following statements about the SANKALP(Skills Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion) Scheme:
1.It was launched in 2018 to strengthen the skill development ecosystem in India.
2.It is implemented by the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
3.It focuses on improving access and quality of skill training, especially for women and disadvantaged groups.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q36) With reference to the Revised Consumer Price Index (CPI), consider the following statements:
1. The CPI base year has been revised from 2012 to 2024 to better reflect current consumption patterns.
2. The weight of food and beverages in the CPI basket has increased in the revised series.
3. The CPI basket has been expanded to improve coverage and accuracy of inflation measurement.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q37) With reference to different types of taxes, consider the following statements:
1. An ad valorem tax is levied as a fixed amount per unit of a good, irrespective of its value.
2. A specific tax varies directly with the price of the commodity.
3. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India is primarily levied as a specific tax
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q38) .The term “Bancassurance”, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q39) Consider the following statements regarding the World Cancer Day:
1.World Cancer Day is observed every year on 4 February to raise awareness and encourage action for cancer prevention, detection, and treatment.
2.The day was established in 1995 at a WHO conference in Geneva, following the adoption of a global cancer control resolution.
3.The 2026 theme, “United by Unique”, is part of a three-year campaign (2025–2027) focusing on people-centred cancer care.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q40) Consider the following pairs:
Military Exercise :Countries Involved
1. Nomadic Elephant :India and Australia
2. Khaan Quest :India and Uzbekistan
3. Talisman Sabre :India and Mongolia
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Q41) Operation Brahma, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q42) Consider the following pairs of reports and the organisations that publish them:
1. World Intellectual Property Indicators :International Intellectual Property Alliance (IIPA)
2. State of the World’s Children :United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
3. World Energy Outlook :International Energy Agency (IEA)
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Q43) The “July National Charter”, recently seen in the news, is related to which country?
Q44) Consider the following connectivity link projects:
1. Kolkata-Khulna Rail Link :India & Bangladesh
2. Agartala- Akhaura Rail Link :india & Myanmar
3. Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project :India & Myanmar
4. Jayanagar-Kurtha Rail Link :India & Nepal
Which of the above are correctly matched?
Q45) Consider the following statements:
1. The India–AI Impact Summit 2026 is the first global AI summit to be hosted in the Global South.
2.The summit will be anchored on three foundational pillars, called “Sutras”:
People, Planet, and Progress.
3. The summit’s main theme is solely focused on promoting AI for defence applications.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q46) The recently discussed Delhi Declaration (2026) in international affairs is related to cooperation between:
Q47) With reference to the World Day of Social Justice, consider the following statements:
1.It is observed annually on 20th February.
2.It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007 and first observed in 2009.
3.It is celebrated to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q48) The Virtual Trade Corridor, recently seen in the news, is an initiative between India and which country?
Q49) Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan, recently seen in the news, are related to:
Q50) The Maritime Security Belt 2026 exercise involves which of the following countries?
Q51) Consider the following countries:
1.Australia
2.Japan
3.Singapore
4.Canada
Which of the above are key signatories of Pax Silica?
Q52) Consider the following statements about the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP):
1.It was established in 1928 and was originally known as the International X-ray and Radium Protection Committee (IXRPC).
2.It is a statutory body of the United Nations that enforces radiation safety laws globally.
3.Its recommendations form the basis of radiation safety standards adopted by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and national regulators.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q53) Takeshima Island, recently seen in the news, is a disputed territory between which of the following countries?
Q54) With reference to the New Delhi Declaration adopted at the AI Impact Summit, 2026, consider the following statements:
1. The Declaration is a legally binding instrument that creates enforceable obligations on all signatory countries.
2. It is guided by the principle of “Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya” and emphasises equitable sharing of AI benefits across humanity.
3. The Declaration proposes a Charter for the Democratic Diffusion of AI to promote access to foundational AI resources and locally relevant innovation.
4. It introduces a Global AI Impact Commons for sharing AI use cases exclusively among private technology companies.
5. The Declaration places emphasis on AI safety, trust, security, AI literacy, reskilling, and workforce preparedness.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q55) With reference to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of the United States, consider the following statements:
1. The Act empowers the U.S.
President to regulate or restrict economic transactions with foreign entities only during a declared national emergency arising from external threats.
2. The Act explicitly authorises the U.S.
President to impose tariffs as part of economic emergency measures.
3. In 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that IEEPA cannot be used to impose tariffs.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q56) With reference to the International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience, consider the following statements:
1. It was established by the International Telecommunication Union in partnership with the International Cable Protection Committee in November 2024.
2.
The Advisory Body aims to enhance the resilience of submarine cables by improving maintenance, preventing damage, increasing redundancy, and ensuring faster recovery after disruptions.
3. The Advisory Body has been constituted as a permanent body of the United Nations system.
4. Its membership includes representatives from both public and private sectors, covering submarine cable operators, telecom companies, government agencies, and maritime authorities.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q57) The terms “USS Abraham Lincoln” and “USS Gerald R.Ford”, often seen in the news, refer to which one of the following?
Q58) With reference to Brazil, consider the following statements:
1. Brazil shares land borders with all South American countries except Chile and Ecuador.
2. Brazil’s population is largely concentrated in the interior due to the inland location of its capital, Brasília.
3. Portuguese is the official language of Brazil, while more than two hundred Indigenous languages are spoken mainly in the Amazon region.
4. The Amazon River basin lies entirely within Brazil’s territorial boundaries.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q59) With reference to the I2U2 Grouping, consider the following statements:
1. I2U2 is a minilateral grouping comprising India, Israel, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates, announced in 2022.
2. It is primarily a military and security alliance aimed at countering regional threats in West Asia.
3. The grouping focuses on mobilising private sector capital and technology for practical cooperation.
4. Food security, energy, water, transportation, space, and health are among its identified priority sectors.
5. One of its flagship initiatives includes an India-based food corridor supported by Israeli and U.S.
technology and UAE investment.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q60) With reference to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), consider the following statements:
1. The JCPOA was a 2015 agreement between Iran and the P5+1 countries aimed at limiting Iran’s nuclear programme in exchange for sanctions relief.
2. The agreement was endorsed by the United Nations Security Council through Resolution 2231 (2015) and its implementation was verified by the International Energy Agency.
3. Under the JCPOA, Iran was permitted to enrich uranium up to 20% for civilian nuclear purposes.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q61) With reference to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), consider the following statements:
1. IATA is the global trade association of airlines and represents more than 80 percent of global air traffic.
2. It was founded in 1945 in Havana, Cuba, as the successor to the International Air Traffic Association established in 1919.
3. IATA conducts the Operational Safety Audit and also manages airline billing and settlement mechanisms.
4. India hosted the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting and World Air Transport Summit in June 2025 at New Delhi.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q62) .The “Operation Ghazab Lil Haq” recently seen in the news refers to:
Q63).
With reference to the Fields Medal, consider the following statements:
1.It is awarded every four years at the International Congress of Mathematicians.
2.It is regarded as one of the highest honours in the field of Mathematics.
3.It is awarded by the Nobel Foundation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q64) .
The term “Hexagon of Alliances”, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q65) .
Which of the following countries share a land border with Ethiopia?
1.Eritrea
2.Djibouti
3.Uganda
4.Somalia
5.Kenya
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q66) .
The State of the Education Report for India, recently seen in the news, is published by which of the following organisations?
Q67) .
With reference to the geographical location of Nigeria, consider the following countries:
1.Niger
2.Chad
3.Cameroon
4.Benin
5.Ghana
Which of the above countries share a land border with Nigeria?
Q68) .The Marrakesh Treaty, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q69) .Consider the following statements regarding the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC):
1.The WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) is the first international treaty negotiated under the auspices of WHO.
2.It was adopted by the World Health Assembly in 2003 and entered into force in 2005.
3.It was developed in response to the globalization of the tobacco epidemic and is an evidence-based treaty that reaffirms the right of all people to the highest standard of health.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q70) .
Which of the following countries share a land border with Armenia?
1.Turkey
2.Iran
3.Iraq
4.Azerbaijan
5.Kazakhstan
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q71) .
The “Sakhir Declaration”, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q72).
With reference to the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), consider the following statements:
1.UN-SPIDER is a UNOOSA programme that uses space-based data for disaster risk reduction.
2.It assists countries in developing legal and regulatory frameworks for space activities.
3.The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs was initially created as a small expert unit within the United Nations Secretariat
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q73) .Consider the following statements about Special Drawing Rights (SDR):
1.The Special Drawing Right (SDR) is an international reserve asset created by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
2.The SDR is a global currency used directly for international trade transactions.
3. Its value is based on a basket of five currencies-the US dollar, the euro, the Chinese renminbi, the Japanese yen, and the British pound sterling.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q74) With reference to protected areas in India, examine the following pairs of protected sites and the States/Union Territories in which they are located:
1. Khangchendzonga National Park - Arunachal Pradesh
2. Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary - Ladakh
3. Nangal Wildlife Sanctuary - Odisha
4. Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary - Goa
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Q75) Consider the following statements regarding Rat-Hole Mining:
1. Rat-hole mining involves extracting coal from narrow and shallow seams using manual tools and is commonly practiced in Meghalaya.
2. In the side-cutting method, horizontal tunnels are dug into hill slopes where coal seams are usually thinner than 2 metres.
3. Box-cutting involves digging a rectangular pit followed by a deep vertical shaft that may extend up to several hundred feet.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q76) Which of the following protected areas in India are currently home to cheetahs?
Q77) With reference to the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC), consider the following statements:
1.It is a four-day global bird-counting event conducted annually.
2.It was launched in 1998 by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
3.In India, it is coordinated by Bird Count India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q78) With reference to the Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta caretta), consider the following statements:
1. The loggerhead sea turtle is primarily herbivorous and feeds mainly on seagrasses and algae.
2. It inhabits coastal and nearshore habitats across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans.
3. The species is listed as Vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
4. Climate change has been linked to changes in nesting behaviour and body size of loggerhead sea turtles.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q79) With reference to sex determination in certain insects such as ants, bees, and wasps, consider the following statements:
1. Sex in these insects is determined by sex chromosomes similar to the XY system in humans.
2. Females develop when the sex-determining DNA region is heterozygous, while homozygosity leads to male development.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q80) Consider the following statements regarding animal colouration and ecogeographical rules:
1. Reduced melanin production under warming conditions may lead to lighter body colour in certain species.
2. Eumelanin produces yellow to reddish hues, while pheomelanin produces darker black-brown shades.
3. Bogert’s rule states that darker colouration is associated with humid regions in cold-blooded animals.
4. Gloger’s rule links darker colouration with humid regions in warm-blooded animals.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q81) With reference to bamboo in India, consider the following statements:
1. Bamboo grows best in tropical and humid conditions with good sunlight and soil rich in organic matter.
2. The National Bamboo Mission 2025 focuses on expanding bamboo cultivation mainly in forest areas to enhance biodiversity.
3. India is among the top three exporters of bamboo and bamboo-based products globally.
4. Bamboo shoots, leaves and seeds are rich in essential amino acids, vitamins, and antioxidants, and help regulate blood sugar levels.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q82) The HbA1c test, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q83) Consider the following statements about Vibhav Anti-Tank Munition:
1. It is a self-neutralising anti-tank mine developed in collaboration with DRDO.
2. It becomes permanently inactive immediately after being laid.
3. It can be laid both manually and mechanically.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q84) Bodhan AI, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q85) Recently seen in the news, “Sarvam-30B” and “Sarvam-105B” are related to:
Q86) Yellow rust, recently seen in news is related to:
Q87) With reference to the Aditya-L1 Mission, consider the following statements:
1. Aditya-L1 is India’s first space-based solar observatory, launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation in September 2023 using PSLV-C57.
2. The spacecraft has been placed in a halo orbit around the Sun–Earth Lagrange Point L1, located about 1.5 million km from Earth.
3. The L1 position enables continuous and eclipse-free observation of the Sun, facilitating real-time monitoring of solar activity.
4. Aditya-L1 carries seven payloads, consisting of four remote-sensing instruments and three in-situ instruments.
5. Recent observations from Aditya-L1 helped explain unusual dawn-time geomagnetic disturbances observed during solar storms in 2024.
How many of the above statement/s is/are incorrect?
Q88) The term “nonsense mutation”, most aptly, refers to which one of the following?
Q89) With reference to Human Papillomavirus (HPV), consider the following statements:
1. Most HPV infections persist for life and rarely clear without medical treatment.
2. High-risk HPV types, especially HPV-16 and HPV-18, are major causes of cervical cancer.
3. HPV infection is linked only to cancers affecting women and does not cause cancers in men.
4. The World Health Organization has recommended a single-dose HPV vaccination schedule, which India is rolling out for adolescent girls.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Q90) With reference to Lenacapavir, consider the following statements:
1. Lenacapavir is the first HIV drug that targets the viral capsid, an essential structure protecting the virus’s genetic material.
2. Lenacapavir is primarily effective as a monotherapy because resistance to capsid inhibitors does not significantly affect viral fitness.
3. Prevention trials of lenacapavir showed near-complete protection against HIV infection, giving it a vaccine-like impact.
How many of the above statements are incorrect?
Q91) With reference to Meningococcal disease, consider the following statements:
1.It is caused by the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis.
2.It can manifest as both meningitis and meningococcaemia.
3.The bacterium primarily infects domestic animals and is transmitted to humans.
4. Most people exposed to N.meningitidis do not become ill.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q92) ARFID, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q93).
The term “GeForce 256”, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q94) .
“BIRSA 101”, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q95) .
With reference to cataract, consider the following statements:
1.Cataract is caused by the clouding of the lens of the eye, leading to vision impairment.
2.Cataract occurs only in old age and cannot affect children.
3.Cataract surgery is an effective treatment for restoring vision in most cases.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q96) .Pig butchering” scams, recently seen in the news, refer to:
Q97) .
With reference to Parkinson’s disease, consider the following statements:
1.Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a movement disorder that occurs when nerve cells in the brain fail to produce sufficient amounts of dopamine.
2.The disease can be definitively diagnosed through a single laboratory test.
3.It is more common in men than in women, and there is currently no cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q98) Consider the following pairs of festivals and States/UTs:
1. Araku Utsav :Andhra Pradesh
2. Wangala :Meghalaya
3. Chapchar Kut :Mizoram
4. Lui-Ngai-Ni :Manipur
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Q99) .
With reference to “Herath” consider the following statements :
1.The local name for Maha Shivaratri in Kashmir.
2.A festival that commemorates the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
3.Traditionally associated with harvest celebrations in the Himalayan region.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q100) .
With reference to the Anushilan Samiti, consider the following statements:
1.The Anushilan Samiti was founded in 1902 in present-day Kolkata by Satish Chandra Bose and Barrister Pramathanath Mitra.
2.The organisation initially functioned as a youth society promoting physical training and social service activities.
3.The Anushilan Samiti got its name from one of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's works titled Anushilan-tatva (Theory of Discipline).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?