With reference to INS Dunagiri, consider the following statements:
1. It is a part of the Project 17A stealth frigate programme of the Indian Navy.
2. It is equipped with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and Medium Range
Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system.
3. It has an indigenisation content of about 75 percent and involved participation of
MSMEs.
1. It is a part of the Project 17A stealth frigate programme of the Indian Navy.
2. It is equipped with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and Medium Range
Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system.
3. It has an indigenisation content of about 75 percent and involved participation of
MSMEs.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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17%
1 and 2 only
16%
1 and 3 only
8%
2 and 3 only
59%
1, 2 and 3
Answer: (D)
● INS Dunagiri is the fourth ship of Project 17A (Nilgiri-class). These advanced stealth
frigates are follow-ons to the Shivalik-class, designed with improved stealth features and
lower radar signatures. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
● The Nilgiri-class frigates are multi-mission combat platforms equipped with BrahMos
supersonic cruise missiles for long-range surface strikes and the Medium Range
Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system for air defence.Hence statement 2 is correct.
● A hallmark of Project 17A is its focus on self-reliance under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat
initiative. The ships feature approximately 75% indigenous content and have involved the
participation of over 200 MSMEs in their construction and supply chain. Hence Statement
3 is correct.
● Therefore option D is the correct answer.
● INS Dunagiri is the fourth ship of Project 17A (Nilgiri-class). These advanced stealth
frigates are follow-ons to the Shivalik-class, designed with improved stealth features and
lower radar signatures. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
● The Nilgiri-class frigates are multi-mission combat platforms equipped with BrahMos
supersonic cruise missiles for long-range surface strikes and the Medium Range
Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system for air defence.Hence statement 2 is correct.
● A hallmark of Project 17A is its focus on self-reliance under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat
initiative. The ships feature approximately 75% indigenous content and have involved the
participation of over 200 MSMEs in their construction and supply chain. Hence Statement
3 is correct.
● Therefore option D is the correct answer.
With reference to the Nagoya Protocol, consider the following statements:
1. It provides a framework for access to genetic resources and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization.
2. It is a legally binding agreement under the Convention on Biological Diversity.
1. It provides a framework for access to genetic resources and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization.
2. It is a legally binding agreement under the Convention on Biological Diversity.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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33%
1 only
8%
2 only
58%
Both 1 and 2
1%
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer:(C)
The Nagoya Protocol is a supplementary agreement to the Convention on Biological
Diversity, adopted in 2010 at Nagoya, Japan. It provides a legal framework for the fair and
equitable sharing of benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources, thereby
promoting conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. The Protocol requires countries to
obtain prior informed consent and establish mutually agreed terms before accessing biological
resources and associated traditional knowledge, ensuring that local communities and
indigenous peoples receive a share of benefits. It also aims to prevent biopiracy and enhance
transparency in the use of genetic materials, contributing to global environmental governance
and sustainable development.
The Nagoya Protocol establishes rules for Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) of genetic
resources.Hence, statement 1 is correct.
It is a legally binding agreement, not voluntary, under the CBD.Hence, statement 2 is
correct.
Therefore option C is the correct answer.
The Nagoya Protocol is a supplementary agreement to the Convention on Biological
Diversity, adopted in 2010 at Nagoya, Japan. It provides a legal framework for the fair and
equitable sharing of benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources, thereby
promoting conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. The Protocol requires countries to
obtain prior informed consent and establish mutually agreed terms before accessing biological
resources and associated traditional knowledge, ensuring that local communities and
indigenous peoples receive a share of benefits. It also aims to prevent biopiracy and enhance
transparency in the use of genetic materials, contributing to global environmental governance
and sustainable development.
The Nagoya Protocol establishes rules for Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) of genetic
resources.Hence, statement 1 is correct.
It is a legally binding agreement, not voluntary, under the CBD.Hence, statement 2 is
correct.
Therefore option C is the correct answer.
Which of the following statements regarding the origin of Nalanda University is incorrect?
(a) The seals found at the site identify 'Shakraditya' as the founding monarch.
(b) It was established during the 5th century CE, marking the transition from the Early to
the Later Gupta period.
(c) The Chinese traveler Faxian (Fa-Hien) provided the most detailed eyewitness account
of the university's foundation ceremonies during his visit.
(d) The site was chosen due to its proximity to Rajgir, a city of great significance to both
Buddhism and Jainism.
(a) The seals found at the site identify 'Shakraditya' as the founding monarch.
(b) It was established during the 5th century CE, marking the transition from the Early to
the Later Gupta period.
(c) The Chinese traveler Faxian (Fa-Hien) provided the most detailed eyewitness account
of the university's foundation ceremonies during his visit.
(d) The site was chosen due to its proximity to Rajgir, a city of great significance to both
Buddhism and Jainism.
Answer: (C)
Nalanda Mahavihara, established in the 5th century CE by the Gupta Emperor
Kumaragupta I (Shakraditya), represents the pinnacle of ancient India's residential
education and intellectual "soft power." Located near Rajgir, it transcended its Buddhist
origins to become a holistic center for secular sciences like astronomy, medicine, and logic
(Hetuvidya), attracting global scholars such as Xuanzang and receiving sustained patronage
from the Harsha and Pala dynasties through the Agrahara (land grant) system. Its decline
following the 12th-century invasion by Bakhtiyar Khilji marked a major shift in the Indian
educational landscape, but its legacy is now being revived through a modern, Net-Zero
international campus that integrates ancient Magadha water management techniques with
21st-century sustainability. Therefore option C is the correct answer.
Nalanda Mahavihara, established in the 5th century CE by the Gupta Emperor
Kumaragupta I (Shakraditya), represents the pinnacle of ancient India's residential
education and intellectual "soft power." Located near Rajgir, it transcended its Buddhist
origins to become a holistic center for secular sciences like astronomy, medicine, and logic
(Hetuvidya), attracting global scholars such as Xuanzang and receiving sustained patronage
from the Harsha and Pala dynasties through the Agrahara (land grant) system. Its decline
following the 12th-century invasion by Bakhtiyar Khilji marked a major shift in the Indian
educational landscape, but its legacy is now being revived through a modern, Net-Zero
international campus that integrates ancient Magadha water management techniques with
21st-century sustainability. Therefore option C is the correct answer.
With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0, consider the
following statements:
1. The scheme includes a dedicated vertical for rental purposes also targeting urban
migrants, industrial workers, and working women.
2. It mandates that the female head of the household must be the owner or co-owner of
the house.
following statements:
1. The scheme includes a dedicated vertical for rental purposes also targeting urban
migrants, industrial workers, and working women.
2. It mandates that the female head of the household must be the owner or co-owner of
the house.
Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are correct?
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22%
1 only
16%
2 only
60%
Both 1 and 2
2%
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (C)
The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0 is a flagship scheme of the
Government of India launched to ensure “Housing for All” by 2030 in urban areas. It aims to
provide pucca houses with basic amenities to eligible urban poor, including economically
weaker sections, lower- and middle-income groups.
The scheme has four main verticals:
1. In-situ Slum Redevelopment (ISSR) – Redevelopment of slums with private
participation.
2. Affordable Housing through Credit-Linked Subsidy (CLSS) – Subsidy for home
loans to eligible individuals.
3. Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP) – Collaboration with private developers
for affordable homes.
4. Affordable Rental Housing (ARH) – New vertical under PMAY-U 2.0, targeting
urban migrants, industrial workers, and working women, to provide rental
housing. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
The scheme mandates female ownership or co-ownership of the house to promote women
empowerment and financial inclusion. This is a core design feature of PMAY-U. Hence,
statement 2 is correct. Therefore option C is the correct answer.
The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0 is a flagship scheme of the
Government of India launched to ensure “Housing for All” by 2030 in urban areas. It aims to
provide pucca houses with basic amenities to eligible urban poor, including economically
weaker sections, lower- and middle-income groups.
The scheme has four main verticals:
1. In-situ Slum Redevelopment (ISSR) – Redevelopment of slums with private
participation.
2. Affordable Housing through Credit-Linked Subsidy (CLSS) – Subsidy for home
loans to eligible individuals.
3. Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP) – Collaboration with private developers
for affordable homes.
4. Affordable Rental Housing (ARH) – New vertical under PMAY-U 2.0, targeting
urban migrants, industrial workers, and working women, to provide rental
housing. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
The scheme mandates female ownership or co-ownership of the house to promote women
empowerment and financial inclusion. This is a core design feature of PMAY-U. Hence,
statement 2 is correct. Therefore option C is the correct answer.
With reference to countries sharing a land border with Myanmar, consider the following
statements:
1. China
2. Bangladesh
3. Vietnam
4. Thailand
5. Laos
statements:
1. China
2. Bangladesh
3. Vietnam
4. Thailand
5. Laos
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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7%
Only two
31%
Only three
49%
Only four
13%
All are correct
Answer: (C)
Myanmar shares a land border with five countries:
● China: Shares the longest border to the North and Northeast. (Correct)
● Bangladesh: Shares a border to the West/Northwest. (Correct)
● Thailand: Shares a border to the Southeast. (Correct)
● Laos: Shares a border to the East, primarily along the Mekong River. (Correct)
● India: Shares a border to the Northwest (though not listed in your options).
● Vietnam does not share a land border with Myanmar. It is separated from Myanmar by
Laos and Thailand. Therefore option C is the correct answer.
Myanmar shares a land border with five countries:
● China: Shares the longest border to the North and Northeast. (Correct)
● Bangladesh: Shares a border to the West/Northwest. (Correct)
● Thailand: Shares a border to the Southeast. (Correct)
● Laos: Shares a border to the East, primarily along the Mekong River. (Correct)
● India: Shares a border to the Northwest (though not listed in your options).
● Vietnam does not share a land border with Myanmar. It is separated from Myanmar by
Laos and Thailand. Therefore option C is the correct answer.
With reference to the Outer Space Treaty, consider the following statements:
1. It prohibits the placement of weapons of mass destruction in Earth's orbit and on
celestial bodies.
2. It explicitly bans the use of military personnel for any form of scientific research in
outer space.
3. Under the treaty, outer space, including the Moon, is not subject to national
appropriation by claim of sovereignty.
1. It prohibits the placement of weapons of mass destruction in Earth's orbit and on
celestial bodies.
2. It explicitly bans the use of military personnel for any form of scientific research in
outer space.
3. Under the treaty, outer space, including the Moon, is not subject to national
appropriation by claim of sovereignty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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20%
1 and 3 only
6%
2 and 3 only
46%
1 and 3 only
29%
1, 2, and 3
Answer: (C)
● Under Article IV of the Outer Space Treaty (1967), states parties are prohibited
from placing in orbit around the Earth any objects carrying nuclear weapons or any
other kinds of weapons of mass destruction (WMD). It also forbids installing such
weapons on celestial bodies or stationing them in outer space in any other manner.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
● While the treaty mandates that the Moon and other celestial bodies be used
exclusively for peaceful purposes, it does not prohibit the use of military
personnel. In fact, Article IV explicitly states that the use of military personnel for
scientific research or any other peaceful purposes shall not be prohibited.Hence
statement 1 is Incorrect.
● Article II of the treaty establishes the principle of non-appropriation. It explicitly
states that outer space, including the Moon and other celestial bodies, is not subject
to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty, by means of use or occupation,
or by any other means.Hence statement 1 is correct.
● Therefore option C is the correct answer.
● Under Article IV of the Outer Space Treaty (1967), states parties are prohibited
from placing in orbit around the Earth any objects carrying nuclear weapons or any
other kinds of weapons of mass destruction (WMD). It also forbids installing such
weapons on celestial bodies or stationing them in outer space in any other manner.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
● While the treaty mandates that the Moon and other celestial bodies be used
exclusively for peaceful purposes, it does not prohibit the use of military
personnel. In fact, Article IV explicitly states that the use of military personnel for
scientific research or any other peaceful purposes shall not be prohibited.Hence
statement 1 is Incorrect.
● Article II of the treaty establishes the principle of non-appropriation. It explicitly
states that outer space, including the Moon and other celestial bodies, is not subject
to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty, by means of use or occupation,
or by any other means.Hence statement 1 is correct.
● Therefore option C is the correct answer.
With reference to Bharat Taxi, Consider the following statements:
1. The platform follows a zero-commission model where drivers retain the full fare paid
by passengers..
2. The service is a government-backed initiative supported by the Ministry of Road and
Transportation.
1. The platform follows a zero-commission model where drivers retain the full fare paid
by passengers..
2. The service is a government-backed initiative supported by the Ministry of Road and
Transportation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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52%
1 only
16%
2 only
31%
Both 1 and 2
2%
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (A)
● Bharat Taxi operates on a "Zero Commission" model. Unlike private aggregators
that charge a percentage (often 20–30%) per ride, Bharat Taxi allows drivers
(referred to as Sarathis) to retain the full fare paid by passengers. The platform is
sustained through a subscription-based model and is managed by the Sahakar Taxi
Cooperative Limited. Hence Statement 1 is Correct.
● While Bharat Taxi is a government-backed initiative, it is primarily supported and
promoted by the Ministry of Cooperation (led by the Union Minister for Home
Affairs and Cooperation), not the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. It is
part of the government’s "Sahkar se Samriddhi" (Prosperity through Cooperation)
vision and is backed by major cooperatives like Amul, IFFCO, and NABARD.
Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect.
● Therefore, Option A is the correct answer.
● Bharat Taxi operates on a "Zero Commission" model. Unlike private aggregators
that charge a percentage (often 20–30%) per ride, Bharat Taxi allows drivers
(referred to as Sarathis) to retain the full fare paid by passengers. The platform is
sustained through a subscription-based model and is managed by the Sahakar Taxi
Cooperative Limited. Hence Statement 1 is Correct.
● While Bharat Taxi is a government-backed initiative, it is primarily supported and
promoted by the Ministry of Cooperation (led by the Union Minister for Home
Affairs and Cooperation), not the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. It is
part of the government’s "Sahkar se Samriddhi" (Prosperity through Cooperation)
vision and is backed by major cooperatives like Amul, IFFCO, and NABARD.
Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect.
● Therefore, Option A is the correct answer.