CURRENT AFFAIRS

TEST SERIES
(Prelims 2024)

CTS-5
CURRENT AFFAIRS
August’2023
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CURRENT AFFAIRS
TEST-5(August’23)
E
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1. Consider the following statements in relation The above description is about which of the
to Justice G. Rohini Commission: following Government Scheme?
1. The primary objective was to scrutinize (a) Rashtriya Mahila Kisan Shashaktikaran
the possibility of sub-categorizing more Pariyojana (RMKSP)
than 2,600 caste groups listed in both (b) Lakhpati Didi Scheme
Central and States OBC list. (c) Mahila Coir Yojana (MCY)
2. The Commission's findings concluded (d) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
that a small number of caste groups (PMKVY)
within the OBC category had been
predominantly benefiting from 3. Consider the following statements:
reservations and government benefits. Statement - I : The Aditya L1 spacecraft
Which of the statements given above is/are will be strategically positioned in a halo
incorrect? orbit around Lagrange point 1 (L1) within
the Sun-Earth system, situated
(a) 1 only
approximately 1.5 million kilometers from
(b) 2 only
Earth.
(c) Both 1 and 2
Statement – II: At L1, the gravitational
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 forces of two large celestial bodies balance
precisely with the centripetal force required
2. ‘The scheme centers around providing skill for a smaller object to stay synchronized.
training to women. One of the standout This means less fuel is needed to maintain
features of the scheme is the introduction of the satellite's position.
drones to support women's Self-Help Groups Which one of the following is correct in
(SHGs) in their agricultural activities. By respect of the above statements?
providing women with drones, the (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
government seeks to leverage technology to correct and Statement-II is the correct
transform the agricultural landscape. explanation for Statement-I
Approximately 15,000 women's SHGs will (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
receive training in operating and repairing correct and Statement-II is not the
correct explanation for Statement-I
drones. Additionally, the scheme recognizes
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
the importance of diversifying women's skill
is incorrect
sets. To achieve this, women will be trained
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
in a range of practical skills, including LED
II is correct
bulb making and plumbing.’

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4. Consider the following statements: 6. Which of the following explanation best
Statement - I describes the term ‘Coastal Aquaculture?
Use of honey bees as biomonitoring tools is (a) It is a form of vertical farming where
a valuable approach for monitoring fish are grown in skyscraper-like
contamination in urban environments and structures alongside hydroponic lettuce
identifying patterns of pollution. and wheat fields, taking urban
Statement – II agriculture to new heights.
Analyzing the chemical composition of (b) It is a peculiar fusion of dairy farming
bees provides valuable insights into and aquatic life management, where
contamination levels within the areas they underwater herds of fish are milked for
forage, as they continually collect their valuable aquatic proteins and
contaminants from their surroundings nutrients.
during foraging. (c) It refers to the controlled and
Which one of the following is correct in sustainable cultivation of aquatic
respect of the above statements? organisms, in artificially managed
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are environments, with the primary aim of
correct and Statement-II is the correct producing food, commercial products,
explanation for Statement-I or conservation efforts.
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are (d) Sometimes known as agro-aqua-
correct and Statement-II is not the forestry, it is a bewildering hybrid of
correct explanation for Statement-I agriculture, aquaculture, and forestry,
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II where fish, crops, and trees are
is incorrect interwoven into a complex ecosystem,
creating a tangled web of agricultural
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
practices.
II is correct

7. Consider the following statements in

5. Consider the following statements in
relation to Omkareshwar Reservoir:
relation to ‘Panama Canal’:
1. The Omkareshwar Dam is a gravity
1. The Panama Canal is a natural
dam situated on the Tapi River.
waterway that serves as a vital link
connecting the Atlantic and Pacific 2. It derives its name from the nearby
Oceans. Omkareshwar temple located just
downstream.
2. It plays a crucial role in enabling ships
to bypass the lengthy and perilous 3. The reservoir also houses the most
journey around Cape of Good Hope at extensive floating solar project in the
the southern tip of South America. country.
Which of the above statements is/are How many of the above statements is/are
correct? incorrect?
(a) Only 1 (a) Only one
(b) Only 2 (b) Only two
(c) Both 1 and 2 (c) All three
(d) None of the above (d) None

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8. What is common to places known as Which one of the following is correct in
Naying, Emini, Etalin and Ranganadi? respect of the above statements?
(a) Underground cave systems in the (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
correct and Statement-II is the correct
Deccan Pleateu
explanation for Statement-I
(b) Recently discovered Lithium deposits (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
in the Himalayas correct and Statement-II is not the
(c) Tropical Rain Forests in the Andamans correct explanation for Statement-I
(d) Hydroelectric projects in the Northeast (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
is incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
9. ‘It is a lively and vibrant folk-art form, II is correct
traces its origins to Perinad in the Kollam
district of Kerala. It was initially performed 11. Consider the following statements:
by the Vedar and Pulayar communities. It Statement-I: Climate change dispro-
draws inspiration from the epic Ramayana portionately affects children, particularly
and earlier was an integral part of the those under the age of 18.
Onam harvest festival. It showcases artistic Statement – II: Heat-related child
expressions using natural materials like mortality has seen a downward trend in the
recent time and is expected to reduce by
bamboo and palm leaves.’
half by the mid-century.
The above description is about which of the Which one of the following is correct in
following Folk Art? respect of the above statements?
(a) Seethakali (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(b) Theyyam correct and Statement-II is the correct
explanation for Statement-I
(c) Padayani
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(d) Ottan Thullal correct and Statement-II is not the
correct explanation for Statement-I
10. Consider the following statements: (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
Statement - I : In some cases, certain is incorrect
economies have encountered deflation (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
II is correct
during periods of robust growth. For
example, Japan saw an increase in real
12. The Joint Economic and Trade Committee
income levels despite enduring deflation. (JETCO) Process is a mechanism between
Statement – II: Maintaining a certain level India and which other nation?
of deflation is considered essential for (a) United States of America
optimal resource utilization, ensuring the (b) Australia
economy reaches its full potential. (c) South Africa
(d) United Kingdom
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13. Which of the following are among the 15. Consider the following statements in
factors causing the Himalayan Region to relation to the recent Amendments to
experience increased rainfall and reduced Pakistan’s Army Act:
snowfall? 1. The amendments have curtailed the
1. Modifications in atmospheric Act’s jurisdiction, as now it cannot
circulation, jet streams, and other include individuals beyond military
weather systems. personnel.
2. The amendments help to separate
2. Fall in the zero-degree isotherm,
Army’s involvement in the governance
leading to more rain in areas that were
of the nation thus diluting its powers
previously dominated by snowfall.
and authority.
3. Reduced snow cover resulting in Which of the statements given above is/are
increased albedo potential of the correct?
surface. (a) 1 only
(a) Only one (b) 2 only
(b) Only two (c) Both 1 and 2
(c) Only three (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(d) None
16. Which of the following explanation best
14. With reference to ‘Jal Jeevan Mission’, describes the term ‘Right to Be Forgotten’?
which one of the following statements is (a) It refers to the ability to erase all traces
incorrect? of one's existence from the internet,
(a) The primary objective is to ensure the including social media accounts,
websites, and online databases,
delivery of 55 liters of water per
regardless of the content or context.
person per day through Functional
(b) It is a legal concept that allows
Household Tap Connections (FHTC)
individuals to request the removal of
to every rural household.
their personal information from online
(b) Initiatied by Ministry of Jal Shakti, the sources and search engine results,
program operates as a demand-driven particularly when that information is
scheme with a strong emphasis on Jan outdated, irrelevant, or no longer
bhagidari. serves a legitimate purpose.
(c) Gram Sabha are responsible for (c) It is a legal principle that requires
planning, executing, managing, internet companies to forget the details
operating, and maintaining village of their users, wiping out all user data,
water supply systems as they develop which would severely impact the
village plans using local resources. functioning of online services and
(d) The United Nations Office for Project platforms.
Services (UNOPS) along with the (d) It is a right of individuals to have their
Denmark Government is actively personal data permanently wiped from
the memories of artificial intelligence
supporting the mission's
and robotic systems, allowing them to
implementation in Uttar Pradesh.
achieve digital anonymity.
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17. Consider the following statements regarding the 19. Arrange the following steps of a ‘No-
comparison of European Union’s General Data Confidence Motion’ in a chronological
Protection Regulation (GDPR) and India’s order:
Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), 1. Speaker reviews the compliance of the
2023. no-confidence motion
1. DPDPA is applicable to only digitized 2. Motion being scheduled for discussion
personal data whereas the GDPR pertains
3. House signaling want of confidence in
to the processing of both digitized and non-
the Council of Ministers
digitized personal data.
4. Speaker calling upon members to
2. Both GDPR and DPDPA requires
parental or guardian consent for support granting leave
individuals under the age of 18. 5. Speaker announcing grant of
3. Whereas DPDA provides for both ‘Right permission by the House
to Nominate’ and ‘Right to Data (a) 3-1-4-5-2
Portability’, GDPR only encompasses (b) 2-1-5-3-4
the latter. (c) 4-2-3-1-5
4. GDPR outlines particular mechanisms (d) 2-1-3-4-5
for the transfer of data to third countries,
the same is not provided for in the 20. With reference to Alternative Dispute
DPDPA.
Resolution (ADR), consider the following
How many of the above statements is/are pairs:
correct?
ADR Definition
(a) Only one
1. Arbitration : A process where
(b) Only two
disputes are
(c) Only three
submitted to one or
(d) All four more mediators, who
issue a binding
18. With reference to ‘First Law Commission’, decision.
which one of the following statements is 2. Negotiation : A non-binding
incorrect?
procedure involving
(a) The inaugural Indian Law Commission a neutral third party,
was formed, with Lord Thomas assisting parties in
Babington Macaulay as its chairman.
reaching a mutually
(b) It was established to assess the acceptable
jurisdiction, authority, and regulations of
settlement.
existing courts, as well as the police
institutions and legal statutes.
3. Conciliation : A non-binding
process initiated by
(c) The commission was created under the
the parties
Charter Act of 1833 which also created
an office for Law members. themselves, aimed at
arriving at a
(d) The commission produced a draft of the
settlement without
Indian Penal Code (IPC), which drew
inspiration from Indian common law and third-party
took traditional interests into account. intervention.

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How many of the above pairs is/are 2. For the duration of India's G20
incorrectly matched? Presidency, the Federation of Indian
(a) Only one Chambers of Commerce & Industry
(b) Only two (FICCI) has been assigned the role of
(c) All three serving as the B20 Secretariat.
(d) None 3. Azim Premji was chosen as the B20
Chair who is typically a prominent
business leader, for this year’s summit
21. Consider the following statements in
by the G20 Presidency.
relation to ‘Registration of Birth and
Deaths in India’: How many of the above statements is/are
correct?
1. Registration of Births and Deaths Act
of 1969, mandates the appointment of (a) Only one
a Registrar General of India by the (b) Only two
Central Government. (c) All three
2. The head of the household is obligated (d) None
to report births or deaths occurring in a
house. 23. Under which of the following
3. Child’s name needs to be mentioned circumstances can the Indian government
compulsorily in order to obtain a birth deprive an individual’s citizenship?
certificate. 1. When a citizen obtains citizenship
4. The registration of births and deaths through fraudulent means
falls under the State List.
2. When a citizen acquires citizenship in
How many of the above statements is/are
incorrect? another nation
(a) Only one 3. When a citizen disrespects the
(b) Only two Constitution
(c) Only three 4. When a citizen receives a sentence of
(d) All four over 2 years in prison in their lifetime
5. When a citizen resides outside India
22. Consider the following statements in
for a total of 7 years periodically
relation to B20 Summit:
Select the correct and using th code given
1. The B20 is the official G20 platform
that represents the global business below:
community and features participation (a) 1 and 3
from companies and business (b) 1, 3 and 5
organizations.
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(d) 2, 3, 4 and 5 Statement – II: The consistent decline in
24. ‘Sulina Channel’ sometimes seen in news self-generated funds of the railway’s points
to internal deficiencies in the overall
is related to which of the following river
planning and management of the Indian
systems?
Railways.
(a) Volga
Which one of the following is correct in
(b) Dnieper respect of the above statements?
(c) Rhine (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(d) Danube correct and Statement-II is the correct
explanation for Statement-I
25. Consider the following statements: (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
Statement - I: Early marriages among correct and Statement-II is not the
tribal women lead to early pregnancies and correct explanation for Statement-I
pose various general health risks. (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
Statement – II: Even though more than is incorrect
half of tribal women of reproductive age (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
suffer from anemia, tribal populations have II is correct
not experienced any major occurrence of
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) in India. 27. Consider the following statements in
relation to Lead Poisoning:
Which one of the following is correct in
respect of the above statements? 1. Lead is a transition metal element
known for its toxicity to humans.
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
2. Key sources of lead exposure
correct and Statement-II is the correct
encompass lead-based paints, lead
explanation for Statement-I
batteries, contaminated soil and water.
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
3. Though accumulation of lead is
correct and Statement-II is not the harmful but the release of lead from
correct explanation for Statement-I bone reservoirs during pregnancy, aids
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II in the development of the fetus.
is incorrect 4. WHO, in partnership with the United
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement- Nations Development Programme
II is correct (UNDP), established the Global
Alliance to Eliminate Lead Paint.
26. Consider the following statements: How many of the above statements is/are
Statement - I: Continuous increase in incorrect?
Railway’s Ordinary Working Expenditure (a) Only one
(OWE) has resulted in greater reliance on (b) Only two
Gross Budgetary Support (GBS) and Extra (c) Only three
Budgetary Resources (EBR). (d) All four
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28. Consider the following statements in relation 30. Consider the following statements in
to Chandrayaan 3 Mission: relation to ‘State of The Economy report’:
1. The mission was initiated using LVM3 1. The global economic recovery is
rocket system, that possesses the showing signs of speeding up on the
capability to place modules into the Sun-
account of increased consumer
synchronous orbit.
expenditure.
2. The Propulsion Module's primary role is
to undertake pioneering spectro- 2. A higher number of households and
polarimetric investigations of Earth from individuals are seeking employment
lunar orbit. under MGNREGA compared to the
3. Scientific Payload SHAPE ferry the previous year.
lander and rover configuration to the 100 3. Despite the rise in exports, private
km lunar orbit. consumption and investment activity
4. The mission's lifespan, including both had reduced significantly.
the Lander and the Rover, extends for a
How many of the above statements is/are
lunar day, equivalent to 14 Earth days.
correct?
How many of the above statements is/are
correct? (a) Only one
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(b) Only two (c) All three
(c) Only three (d) None
(d) All four
31. Consider the following statements in
29. Consider the following statements in relation relation to India’s first ‘Solar roof cycling
to Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM- track’:
JAY):
1. Bangalore, has achieved a remarkable
1. The program offers medical coverage of
milestone in by unveiling first solar
up to Rs. 5 lakh per family per year.
roof cycling track.
2. The beneficiaries are identified based on
the latest decennial Census data. 2. The track has been named ‘Eco-way’
3. The scheme is limited to providing as it will promote eco-friendly and
tertiary healthcare services to the active mobility.
economically disadvantaged sections of 3. This represents the first such cycling
society. track initiative globally, as it addresses
4. Despite center’s directives, individual the issues of sustainable urban
states are yet to establish ‘State Health transportation.
Agenceis’ (SHAs) in the form of
How many of the above statements is/are
societies or trusts.
correct?
How many of the above statements is/are
correct? (a) Only one
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(b) Only two (c) All three
(c) Only three (d) None
(d) All four
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32. Consider the following statements in 34. Consider the following statements in
relation to ‘Principles for Financing Cities relation to Jan Vishwas (Amendment of
of Tomorrow’: Provisions) Act, 2023:
1. The Principles have been endorsed by 1. Its primary objective is to
the Organisation for Economic Co- decriminalize offenses that pose a
operation and Development (OECD) threat to public interest or national
group of members. security.
2. These obligatory principles are 2. The penalties will be determined by
designed to enhance the effective adjudicating officers appointed by the
utilization of financial resources for respective Ministries/Departments.
promoting inclusive and sustainable 3. It eliminates all offenses and penalties
urban development. under the Indian Post Office Act of
3. Promoting spatial equity and 1898.
promoting nature based approaches are How many of the above statements is/are
among the recommended measures for incorrect?
the cities. (a) Only one
How many of the above statements is/are (b) Only two
correct? (c) All three
(a) Only one (d) None
(b) Only two
(c) All three 35. Consider the following statements in
(d) None relation to Kuril Islands:
1. These islands form a cluster of four
33. With reference to ‘Athidhi portal’, which landmasses located between the Bering
one of the following statements is Sea and the Pacific Ocean
incorrect? 2. Japan refers to them as the Kuril
(a) The portal has been launched by the Islands, while Russia designates them
Kerala Government to implement a as the Northern Territories.
distinctive identification system for 3. Despite being part of the Pacific Ring
migrant workers within the state. of Fire belt, all volcanoes on the
(b) The portal has been launched in the islands have been dormant for ages.
wake of distress suffered by migrant 4. The Japanese had seized the islands at
workers during and after the the conclusion of World War II and
coronavirus pandemic. subsequently expelled Russian
(c) The portal aims at streamlining the residents from them by 1949.
registration of "guest workers" and How many of the above statements is/are
safeguarding their social security. incorrect?
(d) The government plans to establish (a) Only one
assistance desks at railway stations, (b) Only two
where a significant number of guest (c) Only three
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36. Which of the following provisions reflect 38. Consider the following statements:
the provisions of ‘Separation of Powers’ in Statement - I : The Ministry of Coal has
the Indian Constitution? spearheaded a groundbreaking initiative
1. The council of ministers, with the known as Rail-Sea-Rail (RSR) to
Prime Minister as the head of the revolutionize the transportation of coal in
actual executive. India.
2. The President can promulgate Statement – II: The primary objective
ordinances when Parliament is not in behind the move is to meet an ambitious
session. target of increasing railways coal
evacuation capacity to 75% from the
3. The President and Governor enjoy
current 55% by the year 2030. Which one
immunity from court proceedings.
of the following is correct in respect of the
4. Courts are prohibited from inquiring
above statements?
into Parliament's proceedings.
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
5. The provision of delegated legislation. correct and Statement-II is the correct
(a) 1, 2 and 5 explanation for Statement-I
(b) 1, 3 and 4 (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(c) 1, 2, 4 and 5 correct and Statement-II is not the
(d) 2, 3, 4 and 5 correct explanation for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
37. ‘Also known as ‘Magic rice’, it holds a is incorrect
special place within Assam's diverse (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
culinary heritage. The Brahmaputra region II is correct
serves as the primary locale for cultivating
this rice as it was a dietary staple for the 39. Consider the following statements in
troops of the Ahom dynasty. It is classified relation to INS Vindhyagiri:
as a semi-glutinous winter rice, falling 1. INS Vindhyagiri represents the sixth
under the broader category of Sali rice. The addition to the Project 75 Alpha.
low amylose content is particularly valued 2. INS Vindhyagiri derives its name from
for its ability to produce "Komal Chaul" or a mountain range located in Madhya
soft rice. It is a key component in the Pradesh.
preparation of Pithe, traditional sweets, and 3. It is the first vessel where 100% of the
rice cakes, enriching the flavors of a variety equipment and systems used in its
of regional dishes.’ construction are sourced from
The above description is about which of the indigenous companies.
following varieties of rice in India? How many of the above statements is/are
(a) Pokkali rice correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Bora rice
(b) Only two
(c) Chokuwa rice
(c) All three
(d) Navara rice
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40. Consider the following statements: 42. Which of the following explanation best
Statement - I: The term ‘deemed forests’ describes the role played by the ‘North Sea
has been defined explicitly within the Transition Authority (NSTA)’?
framework of the Forest Conservation Act (a) It is a non-profit organization
of 1980. dedicated to promoting tourism and
Statement – II: 'Deemed forests' pertain to environmental conservation in the
areas that have not received formal forest North Sea region, emphasizing the
classification in official records by central protection of marine life and coastal
or state authorities. ecosystems.
Which one of the following is correct in (b) It is a UK government company
respect of the above statements? responsible for maximizing the
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are economic recovery of oil and gas from
correct and Statement-II is the correct the North Sea while supporting the
explanation for Statement-I transition to net zero emissions by
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are 2050.
correct and Statement-II is not the (c) It is a group of private companies
correct explanation for Statement-I collaborating to advance technological
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II innovation in the North Sea,
is incorrect particularly in the field of renewable
energy and sustainable practices.
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
II is correct (d) It is a government agency responsible
for overseeing agricultural practices
and ensuring sustainable farming
41. With reference to the Quit India Movement
methods are adopted in the North Sea
consider the following:
region to protect the quality of seafood
1. British support for the creation of
harvested from the area.
Pakistan
2. Experience of self-rule through
43. Consider the following statements in
Congress governance from 1937 to
relation to Mailara Cult:
1939
1. The Mailara cult, revolves around the
3. Advancement of British troops into
veneration of a folk deity known as
Burma
Mailara, believed to be an embodiment
4. India's involvement in World War II
of Lord Vishnu.
How many of the above is/are the factors
2. This religious tradition holds sway in
that contributed to the launch of the
specific regions of Northeast India,
movement?
particularly within the state of Assam.
(a) Only one
3. The cult has a very specific following,
(b) Only two encompassing individuals from the
(c) Only three agricultural and pastoral communities
(d) All four only.

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How many of the above statements is/are (b) It is a term used to describe a
correct? controversial theory that argues
(a) Only one repairing products instead of disposing
(b) Only two of them contributes to increased carbon
(c) All three emissions and environmental
(d) None degradation, counter to the widely
accepted principles of sustainable
consumption.
44. With reference to ‘Project AMBER, which
(c) It is a consumer rights movement
one of the following statements is
advocating for the ability of
incorrect?
individuals and independent repair
(a) Learners participate in the workforce shops to access repair information,
development program designed for tools, and spare parts for various
individuals who are either unemployed products, including electronics and
or underemployed. appliances.
(b) The project is carried out within the (d) It refers to a theoretical quantum
framework of the SANKALP program mechanics concept that suggests
of Ministry of Skill Development. particles can spontaneously repair
(c) The project puts specific emphasis on themselves, violating the law of
entropy.
women and disadvantaged groups,
seeking to enhance gender diversity
46. The ‘Kampala Declaration’ aims to tackle
within the technology sector.
which of the following issues?
(d) The project serves to introduce entry-
(a) It aims to address the intricate
level talent into the workforce, relationship between human migration
enabling individuals to embark on and climate change across the African
successful careers in the Artificial continent.
Intelligence and Machine Learning (b) It aims to scale up science-based and
industry. innovative actions and address
the ocean emergency of habitat loss and
45. Which of the following explanation best ocean acidification near the African
describes the term "Right to Repair"? coasts.
(a) It refers to a hypothetical economic (c) It aims to promote better management
of peatlands in the Congo basin.
theory that proposes that allowing
(d) It aims at preventing future pandemics
unlimited access to repair services for
and enhancement of multilateral health
all products would lead to economic
architecture in the East African
stagnation due to reduced consumption
nations.
and decreased demand for new goods.
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47. Consider the following statements in 4 MoustachedBounc : State-
relation to ‘Time-of-Day (ToD) tariff . er sponsored
system’: cyber group
1. Time-of-Day (ToD) tariff is an hailing from
electricity pricing mechanism that North Korea
alters rates according to demand. How many of the above pairs is/are
2. Its objective is to incentivize correctly matched?
consumers to use electricity generated (a) Only one
from solar and other renewable sources (b) Only two
instead of thermal power. (c) Only three
3. If Implemented, India will become the (d) All four
first country to achieve the feat.
4. Smart meters are essential for 49. Consider the following statements:
monitoring electricity usage in 15- Statement - I: The concept of 'Global South' is
a socio-economic and geopolitical term used to
minute intervals, a prerequisite for this
describe nations in the Southern Hemisphere.
system to function effectively.
Statement – II: These countries are often
How many of the above statements is/are characterized by lack of basic infrastructure
correct? facilities, high poverty, and economic
(a) Only one instability.
(b) Only two Which one of the following is correct in
(c) Only three respect of the above statements?
(d) All four (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
correct and Statement-II is the correct
explanation for Statement-I
48. With reference to ‘Cyber attacks in news’,
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
consider the following pairs:
correct and Statement-II is not the
Cyber Attack About correct explanation for Statement-I
1 Lazarus APT : Targeted (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
. foreign incorrect
diplomats (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II
located in is correct
Belarus
2 Cuba Ransomware : Introduced 50. Consider the following pairs:
. new malware Countries Reason for being in
BURNTCIGA news
R and 1. Japan : Hosted Exercise
BUGHATCH Malabar for the first
3 Akira : Attacked time
2. Australia : Legislation on
. Ransomware railway
prohibiting the burning
infrastructure
of religious texts
in India
3. Niger : Army coup ousting

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democratically elected for all industrial and domestic uses
president without any impact on the
4. Denmark : Releasing Nuclear
water into the Pacific environment.
Ocean 52. Consider the following statements in
How many of the above pairs is/are relation to Spike Non-Line of Sight
incorrectly matched? (NLOS) anti-tank guided missile:
(a) Only one 1. It is a fire-and-forget missile designed
for anti-tank and anti-personnel
(b) Only two
purposes.
(c) Only three
2. It is developed by Rafael Advanced
(d) All four Defense Systems, a French defense
technology company.
51. Which of the following explanation best 3. Due to its high specialization, the
describes the term ‘Water Neutrality’? missile is available only in one variant
where it is launched by a helicopter.
(a) It is the practice of reducing an
4. The missile relies on radar or infrared
activity's water footprint as much as
guidance in order to be equipped with
reasonably possible while offsetting
a variety of warheads.
the negative externalities of the
How many of the above statements is/are
remaining water footprint. It aims to correct?
ensure that total freshwater (a) Only one
consumption is less than or equal to all (b) Only two
verified and quantified water savings. (c) Only three
(b) It is a method where industries aim to (d) All four
increase their water consumption to
balance the Earth's water cycle, 53. Which of the following statement best
creating equilibrium between water describes the term 'Neerakshi', recently
usage and natural water sources. seen in news?
(a) A traditional Indian dance form that
(c) It is a method of preserving water
involves mimicking the movements of
resources by intentionally adding extra
aquatic creatures while wearing a
water to natural bodies of water, cylindrical, foot-long costume.
creating a surplus that benefits the (b) A rare tropical fruit found in the
environment. Himalayan region known for its ability
(d) It is a process in which water is to thrive underwater.
purified and made completely neutral, (c) An autonomous underwater vehicle
with a pH level of 7, making it suitable (AUV) designed for mine detection.
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(d) An advanced yoga technique involving (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
prolonged underwater meditation for II is correct
enhanced abilities. 56. Consider the following statements:
54. The term ‘MPOWER Measures’ sometimes 1. Navegaon Elephant Reserve is spread
seen in news in related to which of the across the two districts of Gondia and
following? Gadchiroli districts of Maharashtra.
(a) Coronavirus Pandemic 2. With this elephant reserve,
(b) Zika Virus Outbreak Maharashtra will have the most
(c) HIV/AIDS Pandemic number of elephant reserve in the
(d) Global Tobacco Epidemic country.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
55. Consider the following statements:
Statement - I: Indian scientists created a (a) 1 only

genetically modified mustard variety that is (b) 2 only

highly resistant to pests and diseases while (c) Both 1 and 2
containing zero levels of glucosinolates (d) Neither 1 nor 2
using the CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing
technology. 57. Consider the following statements:
Statement – II: Traditional Indian mustard Statement - I: Mangrove ecosystems have
seeds (Brassica juncea) typically contain developed a number of adaptive features in
approximately 120-130 parts per million order to prevent salt absorption at their
(ppm) of compounds known as roots to survive in saline environments.
glucosinolates, which contribute to the Statement – II: Various mangrove plants
possess unique root structures like prop
characteristic pungency of mustard oil and
roots and pneumatophores.
meal.
Which one of the following is correct in
Which one of the following is correct in
respect of the above statements?
respect of the above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
correct and Statement-II is the correct
correct and Statement-II is the correct
explanation for Statement-I
explanation for Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
correct and Statement-II is not the
correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
correct explanation for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
is incorrect
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(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement- (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
II is correct incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II
is correct
58. Consider the following statements in 60. Consider the following statements in relation to
relation to Hydrogen Fuel Cell: Infrastructure Debt Fund-NBFCs:
1. A hydrogen fuel cell is an 1. IDF-NBFCs have the primary purpose
electrochemical apparatus that of facilitating infusion of long-term debt
transforms hydrogen into mechanical
into infrastructure projects.
energy.
2. Shareholders of IDF-NBFCs are not
2. They have a distinct advantage of never
subject to any scrutiny like NBFCs but
depleting their charge and not requiring
they require a sponsor to initiate
recharging with electricity.
operations.
3. They exhibit superior efficiency
compared to internal combustion engine 3. IDF-NBFCs are prohibited from
vehicles. refinancing infrastructure projects that
have completed at least one year of
4. Vehicles running on hydrogen fuel-cell
vehicles produce no tailpipe emissions, commercial operations.
except warm air. 4. They are permitted to raise funds only
How many of the above statements is/are through rupee-denominated bonds and
incorrect? not any other international currency.
(a) Only one How many of the above statements is/are
(b) Only two correct?
(c) Only three (a) Only one
(d) All four (b) Only two
(c) Only three
59. Consider the following statements: (d) All four
Statement - I: The Hubble Space Telescope
can capture exceptionally high-resolution 61. Consider the following statements:
images with significantly reduced Statement - I: Mercury's favourable
background light compared to ground-based attributes, make it a suitable choice for
telescopes. traditional thermometers and barometers.
Statement – II: The Hubble Space Statement – II: It is primarily due to
Telescope was launched into a low Earth mercury's conductivity and low resistance,
orbit beyond the Earth's atmospheric that it is able to ensure a dependable
distortion in 1990 and remains operational to electrical connection.
this day. Which one of the following is correct in
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
respect of the above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct
correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
explanation for Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
correct and Statement-II is not the
correct and Statement-II is not the
correct explanation for Statement-I
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(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is How many of the above statements is/are
incorrect incorrect?
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II (a) Only one
is correct (b) Only two
(c) Only three
62. Consider the following statements in relation (d) All four
to Offshore Wind Power in India: 64. With reference to Election Commission,
1. Offshore wind energy presents the which one of the following statements is
advantage of harnessing stronger and incorrect?
more consistent wind speeds compared (a) Originally, the Election Commission
to onshore locations. operated with a single Election
2. India holds the second position Commissioner.
worldwide in terms of installed wind
(b) The removal of the CEC can only be
energy capacity, running only behind
accomplished through a process akin to
China.
the removal of a Supreme Court judge
3. Gujarat is currently the leading state in
by Parliament.
terms of generation of Wind Power in
India. (c) Committee for recommending the
appointments of Election Commission
4. Despite India's extensive coastline, there
are currently no operational offshore consists of the Prime Minister, Speaker
energy projects in the country. of Lok Sabha and the Chief Justice of
How many of the above statements is/are India.
correct? (d) The Constitution does not specify the
(a) Only one duration of service for Election
(b) Only two Commissioners.
(c) Only three
(d) All four 65. ‘Arash and Dorra offshore gasfields’,
recently seen in news are located in which of
63. Consider the following statements in relation the following regions?
to 6th Census of Minor Irrigation Schemes: (a) Arctic region
1. The 6th census of minor irrigation schemes (b) Tasmania
is published by the Ministry of Statistics (c) Caribbean Islands
and Programme Implementation. (d) Western Asia
2. Surface Water (SW) schemes are the
dominant type of minor irrigation 66. With reference to ‘Effects of Deflation in
schemes found in India, according to the
China’ consider the following:
Census.
1. Reduced import expenses for India
3. Madhya Pradesh is the leading state in
terms of Minor Irrigation Schemes in 2. Improved investor confidence and
India. increased FDI inflows into India
4. India has more number of government 3. More favorable trade balance for India
owned Minor Irrigation Schemes than 4. Increased production expenses for
Privately owned schemes. Indian industries

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How many of the above is/are correct about 2. The technology has been transferred to
the effects of Deflation in China? ISRO, which will use it for the first time
(a) Only one on its IMS-1 satellite mission.
(b) Only two 3. Satellite bus technology refers to the
(c) Only three structural framework of a satellite,
serving as a platform to host and support
(d) All four
various payloads.
67. Consider the following statements:
How many of the above statements is/are
1. August 23 has been declared as the correct?
National Space Day to commemorate the
(a) Only one
launch date of India’s third lunar
mission Chandrayaan-3. (b) Only two
2. The point where the Chandrayaan-2 (c) All three
lander left its footprint on the Moon will (d) None
be known as ‘Shiv Shakti Point’.
3. Additionally, ‘Tiranga Point’ is the 70. Which of the following explanation best
location where the Vikram Lander describes the term ‘Einstein Cross’?
touched down on the lunar surface. (a) It is a celestial event in which galaxies
How many of the above statements is/are form a cross-like pattern as they
correct? collide, causing the light from distant
(a) Only one stars to converge at a central point.
(b) Only two (b) It is a gravitational lensing
(c) All three phenomenon in which a massive
(d) None foreground galaxy perfectly aligns with
a more distant background object,
68. Which of the following elements are present creating a symmetrical arrangement of
on the lunar surface? multiple images of the background
1. Aluminium object.
2. Sulphur (c) It is a rare occurrence of a star cluster
3. Oxygen shaped like a cross, observed when a
4. Iron massive black hole distorts the light
5. Calcium emitted by the stars.
6. Silicon (d) It pertains to the splitting of light when
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 6 it passes through a prism, resulting in a
(b) 2, 4, 5 and 6 spectrum of colors resembling a cross,
(c) 1, 2, 4, and 5 often seen in rainbows and sunsets.
(d) All of the above
71. Consider the following statements:
69. Consider the following statements in relation Statement - I: The swift increase in sea
to IMS-1 satellite bus technology: levels presents a significant threat to low-
1. The technology has been developed by lying islands in the Pacific, including
Alpha Design Technologies, a private
Reunion and the Cocos Islands.
space firm based in India.

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Statement – II: El Nino, characterized by importance as it marks the culmination of the
warming water surface temperatures in the inaugural Global Stocktake.
eastern and central Pacific Ocean, is Statement – II: The primary goal of the
associated with disruptive weather patterns, stocktake is to assess worldwide efforts and
higher temperatures, and increased to establish binding emissions reduction
occurrences of marine heatwaves and coral targets for all countries participating in the
bleaching. Paris Agreement.
Which one of the following is correct in Which one of the following is correct in
respect of the above statements? respect of the above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
correct and Statement-II is the correct
correct and Statement-II is the correct
explanation for Statement-I
explanation for Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
correct and Statement-II is not the
correct explanation for Statement-I correct and Statement-II is not the
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is correct explanation for Statement-I
incorrect (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is incorrect
is correct (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
II is correct
72. Consider the following statements:
1. The National Science Foundation (NSF) 74. Consider the following statements:
is an autonomous agency of the British Statement - I: Methanotrophs thrive in
government that provides support for
conditions where methane concentration is
fundamental research and education
across all non-medical scientific and
around 5,000-10,000 ppm but certain
engineering disciplines. bacterial strain can also consume methane
2. India’s ministry of Science and at low concentrations, even as low as 200
Technology has come up with research parts per million (ppm).
proposals in collaboration with the NSF Statement – II: A bacterial strain called
in the field of semiconductor research. Methylotuvimicrobium buryatense 5GB1C,
Which of the statements given above is/are has demonstrated its ability to effectively
incorrect? eliminate methane from significant
(a) 1 only emission sources, including landfills, paddy
(b) 2 only fields, and oil and gas wells.
(c) Both 1 and 2 Which one of the following is correct in
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 respect of the above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
73. Consider the following statements:
correct and Statement-II is the correct
Statement - I: The 28th Conference of
explanation for Statement-I
Parties to the UNFCCC, holds significant

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(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are welfare of all, underpinning the rule of
correct and Statement-II is not the law?
correct explanation for Statement-I
(a) Srimanta Sankaradeva
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
is incorrect (b) Sant Ravidas
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement- (c) Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
II is correct (d) Vallabhacharya
75. Consider the following statements in
relation to C.R. Rao, an Indian-American 77. Consider the following statements in relation
mathematician and statistician: to ‘The Plastic Overshoot Day Report’:
1. The report brings to light the pressing
1. C.R. Rao received the US National
issue of plastic pollution and has been
Medal of Science in 2002 and was also compiled by the Global Footprint
recognized by The Times of India as Network.
2. The determination of Plastic Overshoot
one of the top 10 Indian scientists of all Day is based on a country's Mismanaged
time. Waste Index (MWI).
2. He introduced a fundamental concept – 3. The top three countries with the highest
proportions of mismanaged waste are all
the Cramer-Rao inequality that located in Asia.
provides a lower limit on the variance 4. India reached its Plastic Overshoot Day
of an unbiased estimate for a finite for the year 2023, in the month of June.
How many of the above statements is/are
sample. incorrect?
Which of the statements given above is/are (a) Only one
correct? (b) Only two
(c) Only three
(a) 1 only
(d) All four
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 78. Consider the following statements in relation
to Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP):
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. FRP denotes the price fixed by the sugar
mills, who are legally bound to pay
farmers for the sugarcane they acquire.
76. Which of the following Bhakti saints
2. In cases of unpaid FRP, the sugar
envisioned an ideal society "Be-gampura," commissioner can recover it by attaching
where fear, vulnerability, and scarcity the mills' properties.
3. The final announcement of the FRP is
would be absent, and governance would be
the responsibility of the Commission for
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4. The cost of sugarcane production and net change in financial assets held by the
potential returns from alternative crops government and businesses.
are taken into account while determining (c) It signifies the financial turnover
FRP. generated by a nation's capital, with
How many of the above statements is/are special emphasis on the gross profits
correct? made by private businesses.
(a) Only one (d) It is the total value of all physical capital
goods in an economy, including the
(b) Only two
depreciation of existing assets, minus
(c) Only three
any new capital additions, resulting in
(d) All four the net capital growth for the nation.
79. Consider the following statements in relation 81. Consider the following statements in
to Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs): relation to Paddari Tribe:
1. InvITs have a structure analogous to 1. This tribal community resides in the
mutual funds and are duly registered rugged and remote Paddar region
with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs within the mountainous Kinnaur
(MCA).
district of Himachal Pradesh.
2. InvITs are enjoy exemptions from
2. According to the 2011 census, a
dividend distribution tax but come under
majority of the Paddari population is
the purview of capital gains tax.
predominantly Buddhists.
3. InvITs are obliged to distribute 100% of
their net distribution cash flow to 3. The tribal community has been
investors. advocating for Scheduled Tribe status
4. Investment Manager is responsible for
from the government, despite not
scrutinizing the performance of an InvIT having their own language.
and must be certified by SEBI. How many of the above statements is/are
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
incorrect? (a) Only one
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(b) Only two (c) All three
(c) Only three (d) None
(d) All four
82. Consider the following statements in
80. Which of the following explanation best relation to National Investigation Agency
describes the term ‘Gross Fixed Capital (NIA):
Formation (GFCF)’? 1. It holds the authority to investigate
(a) It refers to the total value of investments terrorism-related crimes across states
made in a country's fixed assets, such as without the need for special permission
machinery, buildings, infrastructure, and from individual states.
equipment, during a specific time period, 2. The NIA was established following the
hence it is a crucial metric for assessing shocking 2001 Indian Parliament
a nation's development and economic terrorist attack.
growth.
3. The agency's legal jurisdiction extends
(b) It is the sum of all the capital losses and
to the entire territory of India and also
gains in an economy, representing the
applies to Indian citizens abroad.
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4. Combating circulation of counterfeit (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
Indian currency and maintaining
correct and Statement-II is not the
friendly relations with foreign nations
are among its entrusted functions. correct explanation for Statement-I
How many of the above statements is/are (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
incorrect?
(a) Only one is incorrect
(b) Only two (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
(c) Only three
II is correct
(d) All four
83. Consider the following statements:
Statement - I: Palaeo proxies, short for 84. ‘It is the State bird of Himachal Pradesh and
has seen gradual increase in its population
paleoclimate proxies or
recently. This medium-sized pheasant boasts
paleoenvironmental proxies, are indicators vibrant plumage while primarily foraging on
or records used by scientists to reconstruct the ground and is renowned for its shy and
elusive nature. It is native to the Himalayas
historical climate and environmental
and thrives in the dense undergrowth of
conditions. temperate and subalpine forests. It is
Statement – II: An advantage of using considered the rarest of all living pheasants
and is hunted for its feathers which has
Palaeo proxies is that, it provides quite severely impacted its numbers.’
accurate daily temperature estimations The above description is about which of the
which are otherwise unattainable in case of following bird species?
(a) Blood Pheasant
carbon or lead isotopes with known
(b) Western Tragopan
radioactive decay. (c) Himalayan Monal
Record temperature anomalies over (d) Snow Partridge
timescales spanning centuries or thousands
85. Consider the following pairs:
of years, rendering daily temperature
Places in Reasons
estimations unattainable. news
Which one of the following is correct in 1. Ethiopia : Declared state of
emergency due to
respect of the above statements? financial breakdown of
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are economy
correct and Statement-II is the correct 2. Great : Experiencing
Barrier historically low water
explanation for Statement-I Reef levels
3. Red Sea : Deployment of US Navy

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in the region Which one of the following is correct in
4. Lake : To be included in the respect of the above statements?
Titicaca UNESCO Heritage site (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
in Danger correct and Statement-II is the correct
How many of the above pairs is/are explanation for Statement-I
incorrectly matched? (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
(a) Only one correct and Statement-II is not the correct
explanation for Statement-I
(b) Only two
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
(c) Only three
incorrect
(d) All four
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
correct
86. ‘He played a pivotal role in the early 88. With reference to recent GI tags, consider the
development of modern chemical research in following pairs:
India and is often referred to as the Father of Items : State
Indian Chemistry. He made a significant 1. Jalesar Dhatu Shilp : Uttar
discovery in 1895 when he identified the stable Pradesh
compound known as Mercurous Nitrite. He 2. Mankurad Mango : Maharashtra
was bestowed upon the imperial title of CIE 3. Koftgari Metal : Karnataka
(Companion of the Indian Empire), followed Craft
by a knighthood. He established a chemical 4. Usta Kala Craft : Rajasthan
company called the Bengal Chemical and How many of the above pairs is/are correctly
Pharmaceutical Works and was later elected as matched?
the General President of the Indian Science (a) Only one
Congress.’
(b) Only two
The above description is about which of the (c) Only three
following Indian Scientist?
(d) All four
(a) Jagadish Chandra Bose
(b) Satyendra Nath Bose 89. With reference to UNESCO Heritage Danger
(c) Venkatraman Ramakrishnan List consider the following:
(d) Prafulla Chandra Ray 1. Italian City of Venice
2. City of Kyiv in Ukraine
87. Consider the following statements: 3. Timbuktu in Mali
Statement - I: A novel category of visa known 4. Great Barrier Reef in Australia
as the ‘Ayush Visa’ has been introduced which 5. Group of Monuments at Hampi in India
caters to foreign national seeking medical 6. Remains of the Bamiyan Valley in
treatment in India. Afghanisatn
Statement – II: The visa is currently available Which of the above are included in the
for individuals who are interested in receiving UNESCO Heritage Danger List?
medical treatment through traditional Indian (a) 1, 2, and 4
medicine system of Ayurveda only and have (b) 2, 3 and 6
prior experience regarding the same. (c) 1, 3, 4 and 5

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(d) All of the above She expressed herself in the Khariboli
dialect of Hindi, with "Jhansi ki Rani"
90. Consider the following statements in relation being her most renowned poems.
to Maharatna companies:
The above description is about which of the
1. To be designated as a Maharatna
company, a company must have following famous Indian poet?
Navratna status. (a) Sarojini Naidu
2. The criteria of having substantial global (b) Mahadevi Varma
presence and international operations
has been removed in the latest changes (c) Subhadra Kumari Chauhan
carried out by the government to (d) Savitribai Phule
promote ‘Make in India’ campaign. 92. For which of the following reasons was the
3. After receiving the Maharatna status, the term ‘Project Worldcoin’ recently seen in
company can pursue mergers and news?
acquisitions within India but still needs (a) It is a type of an ancient currency
government’s approval in case it takes recently discovered in the Western
place outside the country. Asian region which is now disputed
4. The list of Maharatna companies has
among countries with consideration to
its origins and ownership.
remained unchanged since the
(b) It is a controversial approach of using
introduction of demonetization by the biometric data and iris scans to create a
Indian government. digital identity network, sparking
How many of the above statements is/are debates about privacy and security
correct? concerns.
(a) Only one (c) It is an encrypted currency used
specifically by organized cybercrime
(b) Only two
syndicates to settle their transactions
(c) Only three without coming under the scanner of
(d) All four any governmental regulation.
(d) It is a fictional digital token used in the
virtual world to buy assets and virtual
91. ‘She actively participated in Mahatma
real estates on augmented reality and
Gandhi's Non-cooperation movement in virtual reality platforms.
which she made history by becoming the
first woman satyagrahi to court arrest, 93. Consider the following statements in
leading to her imprisonment in Nagpur. relation to Account Aggregator (AA):
She also served as a member of the 1. Account Aggregators (AA) have been
legislative assembly in the region formerly classified as a Non-Banking Finance
Company (NBFC).
known as the Central Provinces. She
2. They are under the dual regulation of
fearlessly shed light on the challenges Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and
faced by Indian women, including issues SEBI.
related to gender and caste discrimination.
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3. They help in transmitting data from
one financial institution to another, 95. ‘Bhu-Vision’, a term recently seen in news
thereby enjoy the right to retain all is related to which of the following?
encrypted data of the customers.
(a) Indian government’s formula to
How many of the above statements is/are
incorrect? prevent forest fires
(a) Only one (b) Internet-of-Things based automated
(b) Only two soil testing platform
(c) All three (c) Plant growth measurement instrument
(d) None (d) India's first indigenous temperature
data logger for cold chain management
94. With reference to Cabinet Secretariat, 96. Consider the following statements in
consider the following pairs: relation to Abanindranath Tagore:
Secretariat Role 1. He played a pivotal role in promoting
Member swadeshi values in Indian art, through
1. Cabinet : Ensuring the his Bengal school of art.
Secretary smooth operation 2. He ushered an era, where Western
of all influences of materialism started being
departments. included in Indian art which was till
2. Joint : Assist the Cabinet now emphasizing only on spirituality.
Secretaries Secretary in 3. He rejected the Mughal and Rajput
specific tasks or style of paintings and laid the
departments. foundation for modern Indian painting.
3. Additional : Support the joint How many of the above statements is/are
Secretaries secretaries and correct?
manage day-to- (a) Only one
day affairs. (b) Only two
4. Deputy : Responsible for (c) All three
Secretaries specific duties (d) None
within their
assigned 97. ‘It is enveloped by high plateaus and hills,
department. with the highest peaks being the twin
How many of the above pairs is/are summits of Khairiburu and Meghashini.
incorrectly matched? The reserve showcases a diverse range of
forest types and habitats, with Northern
(a) Only one
tropical moist deciduous forests dominating
(b) Only two
some semi-evergreen patches. The
(c) Only three dominant tree species in the area is Sal.
(d) All four Notably, it is the sole location in the world

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known for housing melanistic tigers. The materials, when these materials are cooled
area surrounding the reserve is home to a to extremely low temperatures, typically
variety of indigenous tribes, including close to absolute zero, they demonstrate
Santhala, Bhumija, and Mankadia.’ zero electrical resistance and the ability to
The above description is about which of the expel magnetic fields.
following Tiger Reserves in India? Statement – II: A team of experts from
(a) Simlipal Tiger Reserve South Korea had recently discovered a
(b) Palamau Tiger Reserve material LK-99 that has now been officially
(c) Satkosia Tiger Reserve confirmed as world’s first superconducting
(d) Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve material at room temperature and under
ambient pressure.
98. Which of the following explanation best Which one of the following is correct in
describes the term “Lunar Codex” ? respect of the above statements?
(a) It refers to a hypothetical system of (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are
celestial cataloging used by lunar correct and Statement-II is the correct
scholars in ancient times to categorize explanation for Statement-I
moon rocks based on their astrological (b) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II
significance and lunar phases, a is incorrect
practice now considered (c) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-
pseudoscience. II is correct
(b) It is a theoretical ancient lunar artifact,
postulated to hold cryptic inscriptions
100. Consider the following pairs:
that provide insights into long-
Places in news Countries
forgotten lunar civilizations.
1. Piraeus : Israel
(c) It is a concealed lunar archive where
2. Addis Ababa : Ethiopia
governments and space agencies store
3. Maui : Greece
classified information about
extraterrestrial life, moon landings, and 4. Tripoli : Libya
alien encounters. How many of the above pairs is/are
(d) It refers to a pioneering project aimed correctly matched?
at storing a vast collection of human- (a) Only one
created art and cultural expressions in (b) Only two
digital format on the lunar surface (c) Only three
using advanced storage technologies. (d) All four

99. Consider the following statements:

Statement - I: Superconductivity is a
physical phenomenon observed in certain
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