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Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the inner core of the Earth:
1. The inner core is solid because the extreme gravitational pressure overcomes the
melting effect of high temperatures.
2. It is composed almost entirely of light silicate materials mixed with liquid aluminum.
1. The inner core is solid because the extreme gravitational pressure overcomes the
melting effect of high temperatures.
2. It is composed almost entirely of light silicate materials mixed with liquid aluminum.
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Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Anonymous Quiz
45%
A) 1 only
14%
B) 2 only
39%
C) Both 1 and 2
2%
D) Neither 1 nor 2
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Inter-State Council in India:
1. The Inter-State Council is a statutory body created by an Act of Parliament on the
recommendation of the Sarkaria Commission.
2. The Prime Minister of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Council.
3. The recommendations made by the Inter-State Council are advisory in nature and are
not binding on the governments involve
1. The Inter-State Council is a statutory body created by an Act of Parliament on the
recommendation of the Sarkaria Commission.
2. The Prime Minister of India serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Council.
3. The recommendations made by the Inter-State Council are advisory in nature and are
not binding on the governments involve
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Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Anonymous Quiz
15%
A) 1 only
48%
B) 2 only
33%
C) Both 1 and 2
5%
D) Neither 1 nor 2
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Asian Development Bank (ADB):
1. Membership in the ADB is open exclusively to countries belonging to the Asia-Pacific
region.
2. Japan and the United States hold the largest proportions of shares within the bankβs
capital structure.
3. The headquarters of the Asian Development Bank is located in Manila, Philippines.
4. Unlike the World Bank, the voting system in ADB gives equal weight to all member
nations regardless of their capital contributions.
1. Membership in the ADB is open exclusively to countries belonging to the Asia-Pacific
region.
2. Japan and the United States hold the largest proportions of shares within the bankβs
capital structure.
3. The headquarters of the Asian Development Bank is located in Manila, Philippines.
4. Unlike the World Bank, the voting system in ADB gives equal weight to all member
nations regardless of their capital contributions.
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How many of the statements given above are correct?
Anonymous Quiz
14%
A) Only one
31%
B) Only two
37%
C) Only three
17%
D) All four
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the National Human Rights Commission
(NHRC) of India: 1. The NHRC is a constitutional body established directly under Article 338 of the Indian
Constitution.
2. The Chairperson of the NHRC must be a retired Chief Justice of India or a retired Judge of
the Supreme Court.
3. The commission has the power to inquire into violations of human rights sou motu.
4. The recommendations made by the commission for compensating victims are legally
binding on the respective governments.
(NHRC) of India: 1. The NHRC is a constitutional body established directly under Article 338 of the Indian
Constitution.
2. The Chairperson of the NHRC must be a retired Chief Justice of India or a retired Judge of
the Supreme Court.
3. The commission has the power to inquire into violations of human rights sou motu.
4. The recommendations made by the commission for compensating victims are legally
binding on the respective governments.
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How many of the statements given above are incorrect?
Anonymous Quiz
10%
A) Only one
56%
B) Only two
21%
C) Only three
13%
D) All four
Q. Match the following pairs of ancient Indian architectural features with their
corresponding descriptions:
Architectural Feature Description
1. Torana. a. Circular terrace or gallery designed for circumambulation
2. Medhi b. Ornamental ceremonial gateway in Buddhist stupa
architecture
3. Harmika. c. Umbrella-like structure symbolizing spiritual sovereignty
4. Chhatra d. Square railing or balcony perched at the top of the stupa
dome
corresponding descriptions:
Architectural Feature Description
1. Torana. a. Circular terrace or gallery designed for circumambulation
2. Medhi b. Ornamental ceremonial gateway in Buddhist stupa
architecture
3. Harmika. c. Umbrella-like structure symbolizing spiritual sovereignty
4. Chhatra d. Square railing or balcony perched at the top of the stupa
dome
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Which of the following is the correct matching sequence?
Anonymous Quiz
40%
A) 1-b, 2-a, 3-d, 4-c
24%
B) 1-b, 2-c, 3-d, 4-a
27%
C) 1-a, 2-b, 3-d, 4-c
9%
D) 1-d, 2-a, 3-b, 4-c
π° UPSC Editorial Analysis | AI Governance & India's Global South Leadership π€π
Can India become an AI leader without compromising its strategic autonomy?
π Key Takeaways:
β’ India must balance AI innovation with inclusive global governance.
β’ Avoid becoming merely a data and infrastructure hub for global Big Tech.
β’ Strengthen indigenous AI, semiconductor capacity, and digital sovereignty.
β’ The UN AI Dialogue offers India a chance to champion Global South interests.
Can India become an AI leader without compromising its strategic autonomy?
π Key Takeaways:
β’ India must balance AI innovation with inclusive global governance.
β’ Avoid becoming merely a data and infrastructure hub for global Big Tech.
β’ Strengthen indigenous AI, semiconductor capacity, and digital sovereignty.
β’ The UN AI Dialogue offers India a chance to champion Global South interests.