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Q1) Which of the following languages are included in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution?
Q2) Consider the following statements regarding the PM SHRI (Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India) scheme:
1) PM SHRI aims to develop model schools aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
2) The scheme is fully funded by the central government.
3) PM SHRI schools will incorporate smart classrooms, digital learning, and green initiatives.
Which of the above given statement(s) is/are correct?
Q3) Consider the following statements regarding the Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM):
1. The mission aims to develop and conserve indigenous bovine breeds to enhance milk production and productivity in India.
2. It is implemented under the National Livestock Mission by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare.
3. The mission includes setting up Gokul Grams as integrated cattle development centers for indigenous breeds.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q4) Consider the following statements regarding the Dare2eraD TB Initiative:
1)The initiative is a global collaboration involving WHO and multiple international partners.
2)It aims to accelerate efforts to eliminate tuberculosis (TB) in India through scientific research and innovative technologies.
3) Indian Tuberculosis Genomic Surveillance Consortium (InTGS) and Indian TB Knowledge Hub (InTBK Hub) are the key components of the initiative.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Q5) Consider the following statements regarding the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (Amendment) Act, 2021:
1) It allows termination of pregnancy up to 20 weeks with the opinion of one registered medical practitioner.
2) It allows termination of pregnancies beyond 24 weeks under specific circumstances, with the approval from a Medical Board.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q6) Consider the following statements about the SAHYOG Portal:
1) It is an initiative under the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
2) It aims to improve coordination between law enforcement agencies.
3) It is designed primarily for financial fraud investigations only.
Which of the statements are correct?
Q7::
Consider the following statements regarding the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA):
1. CARA is a statutory body under the Ministry of Women & Child Development, Government of India.
2. CARA was granted statutory status under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015.
3. CARA is responsible for regulating only in-country adoptions and has no role in inter-country adoptions.
4. India ratified the Hague Convention on Inter-country Adoption, 1993, in the year 2003.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q8:
Consider the following statements regarding the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC):
1. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
2. Films can be publicly screened only after certification by CBFC.
3. The Board consists of a Chairman and non-official members, appointed by the Central Government and State Governments.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Q9:
What is the primary aim of the AI Kosha platform?
Q10:
Consider the following statements regarding the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF):
1. ANRF was established under the ANRF Act, 2023, to provide strategic direction for research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
2. It primarily funds research projects in public universities and does not engage with private research institutions.
3. ANRF promotes industry-academia collaboration and encourages investments from both the private sector and PSUs in research activities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q11:
Which of the following statements regarding the Swadesh Darshan Scheme is/are correct?
1. The scheme was launched in 2015 to develop thematic tourism circuits across India.
2. Swadesh Darshan 2.0 focuses on sustainable and responsible tourism development.
3. The Challenge-Based Destination Development (CBDD) sub-scheme under Swadesh Darshan 2.0 has identified 42 destinations, including those in the Vibrant Village category.
4. The scheme is exclusively for the promotion of international tourism in India.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Q12:
Consider the following statements about Form 17C used in elections
1. Part 1 of Form 17C is filled by the returning officer and records the number of votes received by each candidate.
2. Part 2 of Form 17C is prepared at the polling station and includes details such as the EVM identification number and the number of votes cast.
3. The presiding officer and polling agents must sign Part 1 of Form 17C before it is sealed and sent to the returning officer.
4. Part 2 of Form 17C is signed by the returning officer, counting supervisor, and candidates or their agents.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q13:
Consider the following statements regarding the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF):
1. It was established in January 1948 to assist displaced persons from Pakistan.
2. The fund is entirely financed by voluntary public contributions and does not receive budgetary support from the government.
3. Donations to PMNRF qualify for 100% tax deduction under Section 80(G) of the Income Tax Act.
4. The fund is managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs and disbursements are approved by the Finance Minister.
Q14) Consider the following statements regarding the National Testing Agency (NTA):
1.The NTA was established by the Ministry of Education (MoE) as an autonomous and self-sustained testing organization.
2.It is responsible for conducting entrance examinations for admission and fellowship in higher educational institutions in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q15) Consider the following statements regarding the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), India:
1.AAIB facilitates the investigation and administrative work of Court or Assessors appointed by the Central Government
2.It is responsible for investigating all types of aviation accidents and incidents in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q16)Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court of India:
1.The Supreme Court came into existence on 26 January 1950 with the coming into force of the Constitution.
2.The original Constitution of 1950 envisaged a Supreme Court with a Chief Justice and 7 puisne Judges – leaving it to Parliament to increase this number.
3.The Supreme Court has been conferred with power to direct transfer of any civil or criminal case from one High Court(HC) to another HC or from a Court subordinate to another HC.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q17) Consider the following statements regarding the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI):
1.It was established by the Government of India in 1947 as part of ICAR.
2.It maintains the National Marine Fisheries Data Centre (NMFDC), which holds data on over 1,000 fish species.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
Q18) ERONET, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q19) Consider the following statements regarding the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM):
1.Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) was launched in 2014 to achieve an open defecation free (ODF) India in five years.
2.SBM aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6.2, which focuses on sanitation and hygiene.
3.SBM was shared financially between the central and state governments, which built local ownership over the results.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q20) Consider the following statements regarding Universal Health Coverage (UHC):
1. WHO’s Thirteenth General Programme of Work aims to have 1 billion more people benefit from UHC by 2025
2.It includes only curative and rehabilitative healthcare services.
3.UHC is one of the targets under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q21) Consider the following statements regarding the National Health Authority (NHA):
1.NHA is the apex body responsible for implementing India’s flagship public health insurance/assurance scheme called “Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana”
2.NHA is leading the implementation for Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission.
3.National Health Authority is the successor of the National Health Agency, which was functioning as a registered society since 23rd May, 2018.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q22) Consider the following statements regarding NITI Aayog:
1.It was established through an Act of Parliament in 2015.
2.The Governing Council is the premier body tasked with evolving a shared vision of national priorities and strategies, with the active involvement of States.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q23)Consider the following statements regarding the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI):
1.It functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
2.It is responsible for combating smuggling, drug trafficking, and commercial frauds.
3.DRI maintains liaison with INTERPOL through the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q24) Consider the following statements regarding the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)?
1.After the Mumbai terror attack in November 2008, the CISF's mandate was expanded to include security coverage for private corporate establishments.
2. The CISF security umbrella includes India’s most critical infrastructure facilities like nuclear installations, space establishments, airports, seaports, power plants etc.
3.The Central Industrial Security Force came into existence in 1969 to provide integrated security cover to certain sensitive public sector undertakings.
Which of the above given statements is/are correct?
Q25) Consider the following statements regarding El Niño and La Niña:
1. El Niño leads to warmer-than-normal sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, while La Niña causes cooler-than-normal temperatures in the same region.
2. Both El Niño and La Niña significantly impact global weather patterns, including monsoons, cyclones, and droughts.
3. La Niña generally weakens the Indian monsoon, leading to droughts, while El Niño strengthens it.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q26:
Consider the following statements
Statement 1
Heat waves cause a reduction in wheat yield.
Statement II
Extreme heat leads to early flowering, faster ripening, and lighter grains, which reduces wheat output..
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Q27) What does the term "Trade Deficit" refer to?
Q28) With reference to Virtual Digital Assets (VDA) in India, consider the following statements:
1. Virtual Digital Assets has been defined under the Income Tax Act, 1961.
2. It includes Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) or any other token of similar nature.
3. Indian currency and foreign currency have been included in the ambit of VDAs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q29) Consider the following statements regarding the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM):
1. The ISM was launched in 2021 with a financial outlay of Rs.
76,000 crores under the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY).
2. The mission aims to develop a sustainable semiconductor and display manufacturing ecosystem in India.
3. The Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme under ISM promotes semiconductor chip design in India.
How many of the above given statements are correct?
Q30) Short selling, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q31) Consider the following statements regarding Quick Commerce:
1) Quick commerce refers to ultra-fast delivery services, typically within 10 to 30 minutes.
2) It relies on dark stores, which are small warehouses located near high-demand areas.
3) Quick commerce platforms use AI and data analytics to predict demand and optimize inventory.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q32) The Financial Stability Report (FSR), recently seen in the news, is released by:
Q33) The term 'Country of Particular Concern' (CPC), recently seen in the news is related to:
Q34) Bletchley Declaration, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q35) AIKEYME, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q36:
Consider the following statements regarding the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR):
1. It was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1966 and came into force in 1976.
2. The ICESCR, along with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (CCPR), forms the International Bill of Human Rights.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q37:
Match the following IMF lending facilities with their key features:
List-I (IMF Lending Facility)
A.
Extended Fund Facility (EFF)
B.
Extended Credit Facility (ECF)
C.
Flexible Credit Line (FCL)
D.
Rapid Credit Facility (RCF)
List-II (Key Features)
1. Provides fast concessional financial assistance to Low Income Countries facing urgent balance of payments needs
2. Medium-term financial assistance for Low Income Countries with protracted balance of payments problems
3. Crisis-prevention and crisis-mitigation lending for countries with strong economic performance
4. Supports medium-term structural reforms with a longer repayment period
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
Q38:
The Philadelphi Corridor is located in which region?
Q39:
Consider the following statements regarding the World Spice Organisation (WSO):
1. WSO is registered under the Travancore Cochin Literary, Scientific, and Charitable Societies Act, 1956.
2. It collaborates with industry stakeholders, academia, and consumers to promote safe and sustainable spice production.
3. It is a not-for-profit organization based in Kochi, India.
How many of the above statements are incorrect?
Q40:
"Chatham House Rule," often seen in the news, is associated with:
Q41:
Who recently received the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, the highest honour of Mauritius?
Q42:
The report "Compassion and Primary Health Care" was released by which organization?
Q43:
Which among the following statements with respect to Jasionka is correct?
Q44:
Match the following communities with their respective regions:
1. Alawites – (a) New Zealand
2. Maori – (b) China
3. Uyghurs – (c) Syria
4. Hutus – (d) Rwanda & Burundi
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
Q45:
Which of the following statements regarding the MAHASAGAR Doctrine is correct
Q46:
The Camp David Accords, often seen in the news, is associated with:
Q47:
The Food Waste Index Report is prepared by:
Q48) Consider the following statements regarding the International Solar Alliance (ISA):
1.The ISA is a collaborative initiative between India and France aimed at uniting efforts to combat climate change by implementing solar energy solutions.
2. It was conceptualized on the side lines of COP21 in Paris in 2015.
3. Its mission is to unlock $1 trillion in solar investments by 2030 while reducing technology and financing costs.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q49) Which of the following countries share a land border with Thailand? 1.Myanmar 2.Laos 3.Cambodia 4.Vietnam Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Q50)Which of the following straits connects the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea?
Q51) Which of the following countries are members of the Five Eyes Intelligence Alliance? 1.Australia 2.Germany 3.Canada 4.France 5.New Zealand 6.United Kingdom 7.United States Select the correct answer using the codes below:
Q52) Which of the following pairs of countries share a border with both Sudan and South Sudan?
Q53) Consider the following countries:
1. Turkey
2. Iraq
3. Jordan
4. Lebanon
5. Israel
6. Saudi Arabia
Which of the following countries share a land border with Syria?
Q54) Which of the following countries have a coastline along the North Sea? 1.Norway 2.Poland 3.Germany 4.Netherlands 5.Ireland Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q55) Bogotá’s System of Care Blocks, recently seen in the news, primarily aims to:
Q56) Which of the following countries share a land border with Colombia? 1.Venezuela 2.Brazil 3.Ecuador 4.Peru 5.Argentina Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Q57) Arrange the following places from North to South:
1. Haifa
2. Tel Aviv
3. Jerusalem
4. Be’er Sheva
Choose the correct option:
Q58) Which of the following correctly arranges these straits from north to south?
Q59) Which of the following Indian states does NOT share a border with Bangladesh?
Q60) Altieri’s Ring, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q61) The term "Orphan Drugs," recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q62) Consider the following statements regarding the BHISHM Initiative:
1) BHISHM is a part of Project Aarogya Maitri, aimed at providing emergency medical aid.
2) BHISHM Cubes are designed for multi-mode transportation, including air, sea, land, and drones.
3) The first international deployment of BHISHM Cubes was to Ukraine as humanitarian aid
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q63) Consider the following statements regarding the Convention on International Liability for Damage Caused by Space Objects (1972):
1) The convention was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 1971 and came into force in 1972.
2) A launching state is absolutely liable for damage caused on Earth or to an aircraft, without requiring proof of fault.
3) India is neither a signatory nor a party to this convention.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Q64) Rustom, Archer, and MQ-9, recently seen in the news, are:
Q65) Consider the following statements regarding the Vertical Launch Short Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM):
1) It is an indigenously developed missile system by DRDO for naval applications.
2) The missile is designed to intercept and neutralise aerial threats, including sea-skimming targets.
3) It operates using a liquid-fuel propulsion system.
Which of the above given statement(s) is/are correct?
Q66) Xenotransplantation, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q67) Consider the following statements regarding National Science Day:
1) National Science Day is celebrated on 28th February every year in India to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect.
2) C.V.
Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for the discovery of the Raman Effect in 1930.
3) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is responsible for organizing the events and activities of National Science Day.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q68:
Cosmic inflation most aptly refers to:
Q69:
Which of the following statements regarding Bose Metal is correct?
Q70:
Which among the following statements with respect to Fluorescence is correct?
Q71:
Consider the following statements
1. The site where Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the Moon’s South Pole is named Shivshakti Point.
2. The location where Chandrayaan-2 crash-landed in 2019 is now called Tiranga Point.
3. August 23, the day of Chandrayaan-3's landing, has been declared as National Space Day in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q72:"Prachand Prahaar," recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q73) Consider the following statements regarding HIV/AIDS:
1.HIV attacks the body’s red blood cells, weakening the immune system.
2.HIV can be transmitted through breast milk, blood, semen, and vaginal fluids.
3.HIV can be prevented and treated with antiretroviral therapy (ART), but if left untreated, it can progress to AIDS over time.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q74) The ‘End TB Strategy’ is an initiative of which international organization?
Q75) Consider the following statements regarding Colorectal Cancer:
1.It affects the small intestine and rectum.
2.The risk of colorectal cancer increases with age.
3.Early stages of colorectal cancer often show no symptoms.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q76) Consider the following statements regarding Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB):
1.Multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) is a form of TB disease caused by a strain of M.
tuberculosis complex that is resistant to rifampicin and isoniazid.
2.MDR-TB can only spread through direct physical contact with an infected person.
3.Inappropriate or incorrect use of TB drugs can contribute to the emergence of MDR-TB.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q77) Consider the following statements regarding Urea Hydrogen Peroxide:
1.It is a white crystalline solid that is water-soluble.
2.It is formed by combining hydrogen peroxide and urea in equal molar amounts.
3.As it is a source of hydrogen peroxide, it can be found in disinfecting and dental bleaching products.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q78) Consider the following statements regarding Selenium:
1.Selenium is a naturally occurring mineral element found in rocks and soils.
2.Selenium is a blackish colored powder that may become red upon exposure to air.
3.Radioactive selenium is used in diagnostic medicine.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q79) Consider the following statements regarding the Zika virus:
1.Zika virus is primarily transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes.
2.Zika virus infection is associated with Guillain-Barré syndrome, neuropathy and myelitis in adults and children.
3.Zika virus infection during pregnancy can cause infants to be born with microcephaly and other congenital malformations
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q80) Consider the following statements regarding the Particulate Matter (PM) 2.5:
1) PM2.5 refers to particulate matter with a diameter less than 2.5 micrometers.
2) PM2.5 pollution levels are higher during the monsoon season due to increased atmospheric humidity trapping the pollutants.
3) Long-term exposure to PM2.5 is associated with respiratory diseases, cardiovascular disorders, and cognitive impairments.
Which of the above given statement(s) is/are correct?
Q81) Orans, the sacred groves of Rajasthan, serve as a habitat for which protected species?
Q82) Recently, Madhav National Park was in the news for which of the following reasons?
Q83) Consider the following statements regarding the Periyar Tiger Reserve:
1) It is located in the Western Ghats of Kerala.
2) The reserve is drained by the Periyar and Pamba rivers.
3) It consists mainly of thorn forests and alpine meadows.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q84) Consider the following statements about World Water Day:
1) World Water Day is observed annually on March 22 to raise awareness about water-related issues.
2) The UN established it as part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
3) The initiative to promote Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6, which aims to ensure clean water and sanitation for all.
Which of the above given statement(s) is/are correct?
Q85) Consider the following statements regarding the Project Elephant:
1)It was launched by the Government of India in 1992 to protect elephants and their habitat.
2) Gaj Yatra was launched under Project Elephant to raise awareness about elephant conservation.
3) The project focuses on both wild and captive elephants.
Which of the above given statement(s) is/are correct?
Q86) Consider the following statements about the House Sparrow:
1. The House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) is listed as an Endangered species on the IUCN Red List.
2. House Sparrows are commonly found in both urban and rural areas, often living close to human settlements.
3. Every year , March 20th is observed as World Sparrow Day to raise awareness about the conservation of House Sparrows.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Q87:
The National Wetland Decadal Change Atlas is prepared by:
Q88::
Epidelaxia falciformis and Epidelaxia palustris, recently seen in the news, are:
Q89:
Arrange the following states in descending order based on the Gangetic dolphin population, as per the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) census:
1. Assam
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. West Bengal
4. Bihar
Select the correct code:
Q90:
Consider the following statements regarding the Whale Shark
1. It is the largest living species of shark and is known for its filter-feeding behavior.
2. Despite having hundreds of teeth, they do not play a role in feeding.
3. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has listed it as Endangered since 2016.
How many of the above statements are incorrect?
Q91:
Consider the following tiger reserves:
1. Corbett (Uttarakhand)
2. Simlipal (Odisha)
3. Manas (Assam)
4. Bandipur (Karnataka)
5. Periyar (Kerala)
How many of the above were included in 1973 as part of Project Tiger?
Q92:
Which of the following statements with respect to Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary is incorrect?
Q93:
With reference to snakebite envenoming in India, consider the following statements:
1. Around 90% of snakebites in India are caused by the 'big four' snakes—common krait, Indian cobra, Russell's viper, and saw-scaled viper.
2. The National Action Plan for Snakebite Envenoming (NAPSE) provides a framework for managing and preventing snakebite envenoming in India.
3. Under NAPSE, the central government directly implements snakebite management programs
How many of the above statements are incorrect?
Q94) The Valley of Flowers National Park forms a core zone of which biosphere reserve?
Q95) Consider the following statements regarding the Amrabad Tiger Reserve:
1.The forest of Amrabad Tiger Reserve is home for the primitive tribal groups named Chenchus.
2.The reserve was notified as a sanctuary in the year 1983 and after the bifurcation of Telugu States in 2014, it was declared as Amrabad Tiger Reserve.
3.ATR is bordered by River Krishna
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q96)The National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI) is a constituent research laboratory of which of the following organizations?
Q97)Consider the following statements regarding the Fuegian Steamer (Tachyeres pteneres):
1.It is a species of flightless bird found exclusively in Antarctica.
2.The species is vulnerable to oil pollution, which poses a threat to its habitat.
3.According to the IUCN Red List , it is classified as an Endangered species.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q98) Consider the following statements regarding the Gangetic dolphin :
1.Gangetic dolphin was historically distributed across the major river systems of India, Nepal, and Bangladesh, including the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna and Karnaphuli-Sangu.
2.They are essentially blind and rely on ultrasonic sound waves that bounce off fish and other prey to hunt.
3.The Gangetic dolphins can only live in freshwater
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q99) The Hmar and Zomi tribes, recently seen in the news, are primarily found in which of the following states?
Q100) Consider the following statements about the festival of Holi.
1.In Manipur, Holi is referred to as 'Rang Panchami', and this festival is popular amongst the fisherfolk.
2.Lathmar Holi is uniquely celebrated a week before the actual festival in the districts of Barsana, Mathura, and Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh.
3.In Maharashtra, Holi is celebrated as a five-day festival called "Yawol Shang", which is a tribute to God Pakahangba.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?