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Q1) Consider the following statements:
1.Har Ghar Tiranga was launched in 2022 under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative to encourage citizens to hoist the National Flag at their homes.
2.The campaign is coordinated by the Ministry of Culture and is linked to Independence Day celebrations.
3.Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 is being observed from 9--17 August 2026, marking the fourth edition of the campaign.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q2) Consider the following statements regarding the Bar Council of India (BCI):
1.The BCI is a statutory body established under the Advocates Act, 1961.
2.Members elected from the State Bar Councils to the BCI serve for a term of five years.
3.The BCI is responsible for prescribing standards of professional conduct and etiquette for advocates.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q3) With reference to Operation Global-Hunt, consider the following statements:
1.It is a three-year initiative aimed at dismantling international drug networks operated by Indian fugitives.
2.The initiative seeks to target around 100 international drug networks.
3 It involves coordination between Indian agencies and international authorities, including through mechanisms such as INTERPOL notices.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q4) Consider the following statements:
1.The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is a constitutional authority under Article 148 of the Constitution.
2.The CAG audits the accounts of both the Union and State governments.
3.The CAG is appointed by the Prime Minister of India.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q5) The 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign, recently seen in the news, is related to:
Q6) Consider the following statements regarding the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC):
1.PPAC is an attached office of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
2.It was established in 2002 following the dismantling of the Administered Pricing Mechanism (APM).
3.PPAC is responsible for fixing the international prices of crude oil and natural gas.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q7) Mission ShakthiSAT, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q8) With reference to the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), consider the following statements:
1. The Disaster Management Act, 2005, provides for the constitution of the National Disaster Response Force for specialised disaster response.
2. The NDRF currently comprises 16 battalions drawn from organisations including BSF, CISF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, and Assam Rifles.
3. The NDRF is trained only for responding to natural disasters and does not deal with Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) emergencies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q9) With reference to the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK), consider the following statements:
1.The NCSK was constituted in 1994 under the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis Act, 1993.
2.The NCSK is currently a non-statutory body, with its tenure extended periodically through Government Resolutions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q10) With reference to the Southern Zonal Council, consider the following statements:
1.It comprises Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, along with Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep.
2.It was established under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956.
3. The Chief Ministers of the member States serve as the Chairman and Vice-Chairman by rotation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q11) With reference to the National Medical Commission (NMC), consider the following statements:
1. The NMC is a statutory body established under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019.
2. The NMC works under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and aims to improve access to quality and affordable medical education.
3. The NMC periodically assesses medical institutions in a transparent manner and encourages medical professionals to contribute to medical research.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q12) A government portal was recently developed to automate the process of sending notices to online intermediaries for the removal or disabling of access to information, data, or communication links being used for unlawful activities.
It brings authorised government agencies and intermediaries together on a common platform.
Which one of the following is being described?
Q13) With reference to the PM CARES Fund, consider the following statements:
1. The PM CARES Fund was established in March 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2. The Prime Minister is the ex-officio Chairman, while the Ministers of Defence, Home Affairs, and Finance are ex-officio Trustees.
3. The Fund can provide financial assistance and support the creation or upgradation of healthcare and pharmaceutical infrastructure during emergencies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q14) Saptadhara, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q15) Consider the following statements regarding polymer banknotes in India:
1.The RBI plans to initially introduce polymer banknotes in the ?10 and ?20 denominations, which have a higher velocity of circulation.
2.The RBI intends to test polymer banknotes for their suitability under Indian climatic and circulation conditions before their wider introduction.
3.The initial trial of polymer banknotes will involve notes having a total value of ?3,000 crore.
4.Australia was the first country to issue polymer banknotes, in 1988.
How many of the above statements are Correct ?
Q16) With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY), consider the following statements:
1. The scheme focuses on developing Floating Solar Photovoltaic (FSPV) projects with Energy Storage Systems (ESS).
2.It aims to develop 5,000 MW of floating solar capacity with a minimum storage capacity of 10,000 MWh.
3. The scheme provides Central Financial Assistance (CFA) of ?1 crore per MW for eligible projects after successful commissioning.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q17) With reference to the GOBARdhan Scheme, consider the following statements:
1.The scheme aims to convert cattle dung and biodegradable organic waste into compost, biogas, bio-CNG, and organic fertilizer.
2.It is implemented as a national priority programme under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) - Phase II.
3.The GOBARdhan - National Circular Bioenergy Scheme has been approved with a financial outlay of ?23,731 crore and will be implemented from FY 2026--27 to FY 2035--36.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q18) With reference to the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), consider the following statements:
1.It is an attached office under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways.
2.It is responsible for implementing national shipping policy and maritime legislation, including ensuring the safety of life and ships at sea.
3.It is responsible for the exploration and management of offshore mineral resources in India's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q19) Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY):
1. The scheme provides comprehensive insurance coverage for crop losses that occur during both the pre-harvest period and the post-harvest period.
2. Enrollment under the scheme is currently mandatory for farmers availing institutional credit (loanee farmers) and voluntary for non-loanee farmers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q20) Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme:
1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme where the financial burden is shared between the Centre and the State governments.
2. The responsibility of identifying the eligible beneficiary farmer families rests with the State and Union Territory governments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q21) With reference to the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), consider the following statements:
1. The scheme was launched to provide food security to the 'poorest of the poor' families among the Below Poverty Line (BPL) population.
2. The identification of beneficiary families and issuance of ration cards under the scheme is the responsibility of the State and Union Territory Governments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q22) Consider the following statements regarding the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil):
1. It was established by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers to promote India's pharmaceutical exports globally.
2. It is authorized by the Government of India to issue Registration-cum-Membership Certificates (RCMC) to pharmaceutical exporters.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q23) Consider the following statements regarding the "Doctrine of Proportionality" in Indian constitutional law:
1. It was firmly established as a rigorous judicial standard for evaluating restrictions on the right to privacy in the landmark K.S.
Puttaswamy judgment.
2. To satisfy this doctrine, the state must prove that the restrictive measure adopted is the least restrictive alternative available to achieve a legitimate state objective.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q24) Consider the following pairs of dams and the rivers on which they are built:
1.Mettur Dam - Kaveri River
2.Hirakud Dam - Mahanadi River
3.Bhakra Dam - Beas River
4.Sardar Sarovar Dam - Narmada River
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Q25) Long Ju, Maja, Bisa, Thag La and Sambho Sarovar, recently seen in the news, refer to:
Q26) Consider the following statements regarding Red and Yellow soils in India:
1. The soil develops a reddish colour primarily due to a wide diffusion of iron in crystalline and metamorphic rocks.
2. These soils appear yellow when they are in a highly dehydrated state during the dry season.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q27) Which of the following straits connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea while separating the Iberian Peninsula from the African continent?
Q28) Consider the following
Inhabiting the Godavari River valley across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, this tribe speaks a Dravidian language.
They are most famous for organizing Asia's largest tribal congregation, the Sammakka Saralamma Jatara, a biennial festival honoring a mother-daughter duo who fought against the Kakatiya dynasty's oppressive taxation.
The above description refers to which of the following tribes?
Q29) Consider the following statements regarding the distribution of key mineral resources in India:
1. Monazite, a primary source of thorium, occurs naturally in the coastal placer deposits of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha.
2. India is largely self-sufficient in copper reserves and is a net exporter of copper ore.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q30) Consider the following statements regarding the phenomenon of "Climate Whiplash":
1. It refers to a rapid shift between extreme wet and extreme dry conditions over a short period.
2. It is primarily caused by a long-term decline in global average temperatures due to weakening ocean currents.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q31) Consider the following rivers:
1. Dikhow
2. Lohit
3. Subansiri
4. Kameng
Which of the rivers given above are tributaries of the Brahmaputra?
Q32) The islands of Iturup, Kunashir, Shikotan, and the Habomai islets, frequently mentioned in the news, are located between which of the following water bodies?
Q33) Consider the following statements regarding the Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS):
1.TReDS was introduced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) through guidelines issued in 2014.
2.Only MSMEs can participate as sellers, while banks and RBI-permitted financial institutions can participate as financiers.
3.Participation in TReDS is mandatory for all buyers, sellers and financiers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q34) An increase in the Repo Rate is most likely to result in:
Q35) The term "Greenium", recently seen in the news, is best described as:
Q36) Consider the following statements regarding 'Cess' and 'Surcharge' in the Indian taxation system:
1. Under the provisions of the Indian Constitution, the revenue collected from both cesses and surcharges forms a part of the divisible pool of taxes.
2. While a surcharge can be utilized for general government expenditure, a cess is levied for a designated cause and its proceeds are meant to be transferred to a specific reserve fund.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q37) Regarding the National Urban Co-operative Finance and Development Corporation (NUFCDC), consider the following statements:
1. It has been established to function as an umbrella organization for the Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) in India.
2. It is regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
3. One of its primary objectives is to modernize and strengthen the IT infrastructure of UCBs.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q38) The Kimberley Process, recently seen in the news, is primarily related to:
Q39) The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, recently seen in the news, was signed between which of the following countries?
Q40) The "Board of Peace", recently seen in the news, is primarily related to which of the following?
Q41) Which of the following atolls, located between southern Taiwan and Hong Kong, serves as a strategic gateway connecting the South China Sea with the Pacific Ocean?
Q42) Consider the following statements regarding the Suez Canal:
1.It connects the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea and provides a shorter maritime route between Europe and Asia.
2.It is located in northeastern Egypt and separates the African continent from the Sinai Peninsula.
3.The canal uses a system of locks to manage the difference in water levels between the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q43) I2U2, recently seen in the news, is related to which of the following?
Q44) Consider the following statements regarding the International Criminal Court (ICC):
1.The ICC was established through the Rome Statute, which came into force on 1 July 2002.
2.The ICC is complementary to national criminal jurisdictions and acts as a court of last resort.
3.India, China and the United States are States Parties to the Rome Statute.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q45) The Lombok Strait, recently seen in the news, connects which of the following?
Q46) The Indo-Pacific Partnership for Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA), recently seen in the news, is primarily aimed at:
Q47) Which of the following Indian States/Union Territories share a border with Nepal?
1.Uttarakhand
2.Uttar Pradesh
3.Bihar
4.West Bengal
5.Sikkim
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q48) Which one of the following groups of countries shares a land boundary with Uzbekistan?
Q49) Consider the following countries:
1.Greece
2.Bulgaria
3.Georgia
4.Armenia
Which of the above countries share a land boundary with Türkiye (Turkey)?
Q50) Consider the following countries:
1.Niger
2.Chad
3.Cameroon
4.Benin
Which of the above countries share a land boundary with Nigeria?
Q51) A small and densely populated country in northwestern Europe is bordered by France, Germany, Luxembourg and the Netherlands.
It has a coastline along the North Sea and lies at the cultural boundary between Romance and Germanic language regions.
Which one of the following countries is being described?
Q52) A large inland sea located in the southeastern part of Europe is bordered by Ukraine, Russia, Georgia, Türkiye, Bulgaria and Romania.
The Kerch Strait connects it to another smaller sea, while the Crimean Peninsula projects into it from the north.
Which one of the following is being described?
Q53) A country in northwestern South America shares land borders with Panama, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador.
Its population is concentrated mainly in the mountainous interior, while its capital lies on a high plateau in the northern Andes.
The country has coastlines on both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean.
Which one of the following countries is being described?
Q54) With reference to the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, consider the following statements:
1.It is the first comprehensive global treaty aimed at preventing and combating cybercrime.
2. The Convention was adopted by the General Assembly on 24 December 2024, opened for signature on 25 October 2025 at a signing ceremony held in Hanoi, Viet Nam
3. The Convention will enter into force after 40 States become Parties, with its implementation reviewed by the Conference of the States Parties.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q55) Consider the following statements regarding the Arctic Council:
1. It is a legally binding, treaty-based international organization established primarily to address environmental protection, sustainable development and military security in the Arctic region.
2. India holds "Observer" status in the Council, which allows it to contribute expertise to various Working Groups but does not confer any voting or decision-making rights.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q56) Consider the following statements regarding underwater geographical structures and hydrographic administration:
1. The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) is an intergovernmental organization that ensures the world's seas, oceans, and navigable waters are surveyed and charted.
2. The 'Chandragupt Ridge' and 'Kalpataru Ridge' are newly named underwater structures located in the Pacific Ocean.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q57) Consider the following countries:
1. Maldives
2. Myanmar
3. Bhutan
4. Mauritius
5. Sri Lanka
Which of the countries given above are NOT members of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?
Q58) Consider the following statements about Kali Tiger Reserve (KTR):
1.Kali Tiger Reserve is located in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district and comprises Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary and Anshi National Park.
2.The Kali River flows through the reserve, which is dominated by semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forests and forms part of an important wildlife corridor linking protected areas in Karnataka, Goa, and Maharashtra.
3.The black panther found in Kali Tiger Reserve is a separate species of big cat endemic to the Western Ghats.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q59) With reference to the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve (ABR), consider the following statements:
1. It is spread across Kerala and Tamil Nadu in the southern Western Ghats.
2. It is part of UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves.
3. The Kani tribe is an important indigenous community associated with the region.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Q60) Consider the following statements regarding the Green India Mission (GIM):
1.It is one of the eight missions under the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).
2.Its revised roadmap focuses only on increasing forest cover and does not include restoration of degraded ecosystems.
3.It aims to create an additional carbon sink of 2.5--3 billion tonnes of CO? equivalent by 2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q61) A natural hazard involves the rapid movement of snow down a mountain slope.
It may occur in different forms, including the sudden release of a large cohesive snow layer or the movement of loose snow from a single point.
Which one of the following is being described?
Q62) A protected area in Assam, located in the Brahmaputra Valley floodplain, is known for its dynamic riverine processes, including erosion, sedimentation and formation of new land and water bodies.
It also supports the world's largest population of the greater one-horned rhinoceros.
Which one of the following is being described?
Q63) With reference to the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros, consider the following statements:
1.It is the largest of the three Asian rhino species and is mainly found in India and Nepal.
2. Like the Javan rhinoceros, it has one horn, whereas the Sumatran rhinoceros has two horns.
3. The species is classified as Endangered under the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q64) A marine mammal found exclusively in Arctic waters is known for a distinctive spirally twisted tusk, particularly in males.
It is also capable of diving to depths of more than 1,800 metres.
Which one of the following is being described?
Q65) A tiger reserve located in the Vindhya Range is known for its dry deciduous forests, extensive plateaus and gorges, and the Ken River flowing through its landscape.
It supports rich faunal and avian diversity, including several species of vultures.
Which one of the following is being described?
Q66) A large reptile is known as the largest and heaviest lizard in the world and has a venomous bite.
It uses its forked tongue to detect smells and can consume up to 80% of its body weight in a single meal.
It is a carnivore capable of preying on animals ranging from small rodents to large water buffalo.
Which one of the following is being described?
Q67) A rare tree recently seen in the news is endemic to Brazil and belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family.
It can grow up to 15--20 metres, has digitately compound leaves with a palm-like arrangement, and produces large fruits containing 2--3 egg-shaped seeds.
Its seeds contain oil with a strong purgative action and are considered poisonous to humans.
In Kerala, it is reportedly found only in the Thiruvananthapuram Zoo.
Which one of the following is being described?
Q68) A pristine freshwater lake located within a Tiger Reserve in the Eastern Himalayas has recently been designated as India's 101st Ramsar Site.
It is fed by perennial mountain streams, supports over 150 tree species and 49 orchid species, and has become the first Ramsar Site of its state.
Which one of the following Ramsar Sites is being referred to?
Q69) With reference to the Clouded Leopard (*Neofelis nebulosa*), recently seen in the news, consider the following statements:
1.It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
2. The Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan (CAP) was prepared under the Government of India-Global Environment Facility (GEF)-United Nations Development Program (UNDP) initiative.
3.It is primarily found in the dry deciduous forests of Central and Western India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q70) Consider the following statements regarding the Changthangi (Pashmina) goat:
1. It is an indigenous breed native to the high-altitude plateaus of Ladakh, primarily reared by the nomadic Changpa community for its highly insulating undercoat.
2. It is currently included in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species due to its high economic value and the over-exploitation of its wool.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q71) Consider the following statements regarding Conservation Reserves in India:
1. Under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, Conservation Reserves are declared exclusively on government-owned lands.
2. The declaration of a Conservation Reserve automatically extinguishes the traditional occupational rights of local communities living in or around the area.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q72) Consider the following statements regarding the Nilgiri Tahr:
1. It is the only mountain ungulate in southern India and is strictly endemic to the Western Ghats.
2. It is classified as 'Endangered' on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
3. The largest surviving population of this species is found in the Eravikulam National Park.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q73) The terms '*ammachi*', '*sendenyu*', and '*bella*', recently seen in the news, refer to newly discovered species of which of the following?
Q74) Consider the following statements regarding the Lion-tailed Macaque:
1. It is an arboreal primate endemic to the tropical moist evergreen forests of the Western Ghats.
2. It is classified as 'Critically Endangered' on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q75) Consider the following statements regarding the Blue-footed Booby:
1. The characteristic bright blue colour of their webbed feet is a permanent genetic trait that remains unaffected by their dietary intake.
2. It is currently classified as an 'Endangered' species on the IUCN Red List due to severe food scarcity caused by El Niño events.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q76) Consider the following statements regarding the Tapanuli orangutan:
1. It is endemic exclusively to the Batang Toru ecosystem in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
2. It is the most recently identified species of great ape and is classified as 'Critically Endangered' on the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q77) Recently seen in the news, benzodiazepines and phencyclidine (PCP) are best associated with which of the following?
Q78) Geotagging has applications in which of the following?
1.Monitoring the progress of infrastructure projects
2.Disaster damage assessment and relief planning
3.Mapping agricultural fields and crop monitoring
4.Tracking wildlife habitats and biodiversity conservation
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Q79) Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM), recently seen in the news, are missile systems developed by which country?
Q80) With reference to the Falcon 9 rocket, consider the following statements:
1.Falcon 9 is a partially reusable, two-stage orbital launch vehicle developed by SpaceX.
2.Its first stage is powered by nine Merlin engines using liquid oxygen (LOX) and rocket-grade kerosene (RP-1).
3.Falcon 9 is designed only for launching satellites and cannot be used for crewed space missions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q81) Recently seen in the news, Babesiosis is related to which of the following?
Q82) VisioNXT, recently seen in the news, is primarily related to:
Q83) Consider the following statements regarding EVEREST Engine, recently seen in the news:
1.EVEREST is India's first privately developed 800 kN (kilonewton) Full-Flow Staged Combustion (FFSC) rocket engine.
2.It uses liquid oxygen (LOX) and liquid methane as propellants.
3.In the FFSC cycle, both fuel and oxidiser are completely preburned before entering the main combustion chamber.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q84) CTD tags, recently seen in the news, are related to which one of the following?
Q85) "Continual learning", recently seen in the news in the context of Artificial Intelligence, refers to:
Q86) Betelgeuse, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q87) With reference to cloud seeding, consider the following statements:
1.Cloud seeding is a weather modification technique that aims to increase rainfall from existing clouds.
2.Substances such as silver iodide, potassium iodide and salt particles can act as nuclei for the formation of water droplets.
3.Cloud seeding can produce rainfall even in the absence of moisture-laden clouds.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q88) E-Eye, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Q89) Consider the following statements regarding Leptospirosis:
1.It is a viral zoonotic disease that primarily transmits to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes.
2.Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) and molecular diagnosis using Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) are utilized for the detection of this disease.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q90) Consider the following statements regarding Neutrinos:
1. They are highly dense, super-massive particles that interact strongly with ordinary matter.
2. They are exclusively produced by natural cosmic sources like the Sun and supernovae, and cannot be generated by human-made facilities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q91) Consider the following statements regarding Bacteriophages:
1. They are a type of virus that infect and replicate within bacterial cells, making them a potential tool against Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR).
2. Unlike traditional broad-spectrum antibiotics, bacteriophages indiscriminately kill both pathogenic and beneficial bacteria in the human body.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q92) The terms 'Cisplatin' and 'Carboplatin', sometimes mentioned in the news, refer to:
Q93) The term "MQ-9B Sea Guardian", sometimes seen in the news, is most appropriately described as:
Q94) Which one of the following best describes "Zhuque-3", recently seen in the news?
Q95) Consider the following statements regarding 'Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease', which is occasionally seen in the news:
1. It is a rare, self-limiting disorder primarily characterized by fever and the swelling of lymph nodes.
2. It is a highly contagious viral disease that spreads rapidly through human-to-human contact.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q96) This is a traditional tribal folk dance performed by several tribal communities of the Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh.
It is usually performed during festivals, weddings, and hunting celebrations.
Men and women dance together in a circular formation, accompanied by instruments such as the dappu, tudumu, and mori.
Which dance is being described?
Q97) Consider the following statements regarding the Khata:
1.Khata is a traditional ceremonial scarf widely used in Tibet, Bhutan, Nepal, Mongolia, and the Himalayan Buddhist regions of India.
2.The white Khata traditionally symbolises courage and military victory.
3.The tradition of offering the Khata is believed to have originated in Tibet's indigenous Bon religion before becoming closely associated with Tibetan Buddhism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q98) Consider the following statements regarding National Handloom Day:
1.National Handloom Day is observed every year on 7 August to commemorate the launch of the Swadeshi Movement in 1905.
2.It has been observed since 2015 to recognise the contribution of handloom weavers to India's cultural heritage and rural economy.
3.The handloom sector is the largest source of rural employment in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q99) With reference to India's rich textile heritage, consider the following traditional handloom silks:
1. Dharmavaram
2. Uppada
3. Gadwal
4. Pochampalli
The above-mentioned traditional silks, which hold Geographical Indication (GI) tags, predominantly belong to which of the following States?
Q100) Consider the following pairs of Buddhist places and their historical importance:
1. Sarnath - Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon
2. Bodh Gaya - Gautama Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana
3. Kushinagar - Gautama Buddha attained Enlightenment
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?