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1. Which of the following are the most likely impacts 5. Consider the following statements regarding the
of the recent repatriation of gold by the Reserve GSAT-N2 (GSAT-20) satellite:
Bank of India (RBI)? 1. It has been developed by NewSpace India
1. Savings on storage fees paid to foreign Limited (NSIL), the commercial arm of
custodians ISRO.
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volatility rocket.
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below: correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 only
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2. He was the President of the Gaya session, correct?
1922 of the Indian National Congress. (a) Only one
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and ‘Sagar Sangeet’. (c) All three
Who was this personality? (d) None
(a) Surendranath Banerjee
(b) Chittaranjan Das 7. Consider the following statements:
(c) Motilal Nehru 1. It is the third-largest tiger reserve in the
(d) Madan Mohan Malaviya country.
2. It connects the Bandhavgarh and the Palamau
4. The ‘One Day One Genome’ initiative aims to: Tiger Reserves.
(a) map human genetic variations to combat 3. It is located across the Chota Nagpur and the
genetic disorders Baghelkhand plateaus.
(b) release a fully annotated bacteriological Which one of the following tiger reserves is
genome in public domain described in the above statements?
(c) accelerate decoding of the genomes of wild (a) Guru Ghasidas - Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve
relatives of key crops (b) Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve
(d) study pathogen genomics to develop targeted (c) Ratapani Tiger Reserve
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8. The UNEP-INC-5, recently seen in the news, is 12. Consider the following pairs:
related to: Report Published by
(a) climate change adaptation fund 1. World Intellectual I n t e r n a t i o n a l
(b) conservation of marine species Property Indicator, Intellectual Property
(c) international carbon tax 2024 Alliance (IIPA)
(d) plastic pollution
2. State of the World’s United Nations
Children, 2024 International
9. Consider the following pairs: C h i l d r e n ’ s
Folk Dance State/Union Territory Emergency Fund
1. Bhortal Assam 3. World Energy International Energy
2. Gussadi Telangana Outlook, 2024 Agency (IEA)
How many of the pairs given above are correctly
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(b) Only two pairs
How many of the pairs given above are correctly
(c) All three pairs
matched?
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(b) Only two pairs
13. The Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-
(c) Only three pairs
professionals Scheme (MATES), recently seen in
(d) All four pairs the news, is signed between India and:
(a) United Kingdom
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rates by 2030. International Cooperative Alliance (ICA):
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technological solutions for energy formed under the aegis of the United Nations.
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(d) Neither 1 nor 2
11. Which one of the following is the objective of
E-Daakhil? 15. The term ‘peak oil’, sometimes seen in the news,
refers to:
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(a) a stage at which global oil production reaches
their produce directly to consumers online
its maximum output rate
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and vaccination data
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launched from a rocket while Hypersonic
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Cruise Missiles (HCMs) are powered by air-
breathing high-speed engines. (b) Mycobacterium tuberculosis
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correct? 1. West Bengal
(a) 1 only 2. Gujarat
(b) 2 only
3. Madhya Pradesh
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 4. Rajasthan
How many of the above are major sesame-growing
17. The “Global Alliance Against Hunger and States in India?
Poverty” is an initiative of which one of the
(a) Only one
following?
(a) ASEAN (b) Only two
(b) European Union (c) Only three
(c) G20 (d) All four
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Missiles (ICBMs), consider the following the news in the context of:
statements: (a) climate monitoring and emissions tracking
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warheads.
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(b) 2 and 3 only One Nation-One Subscription (ONOS) scheme:
(c) 1 and 3 only 1. It provides access to the latest scholarly
(d) 1, 2 and 3 research articles and academic journals.
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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Fertilizer Subsidy Regime in India
standards? 1. P h o s p h a t i c $ ¿[HG DPRXQW RI
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ethics in environmental conservation Derived from between MRP and the cost
Molasses of production
(PDM)
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How many of the pairs given above are correctly
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higher energy density per kilogram compared (a) Only one pair
to lithium-ion batteries. (b) Only two pairs
2. Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries (c) Only three pairs
are less prone to thermal runaway and (d) All four pairs
overheating compared to Nickel Manganese
Cobalt (NMC) batteries. 28. Consider the following:
1. Patiala
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lightweight compared to both NMC and LFP
3. Udaipur
batteries.
4. Kolkata
Which of the statements given above are correct? 5. Thanjavur
(a) 1 and 2 only The Zonal Cultural Centres (ZCC) have been set
(b) 2 and 3 only up at how many of the above places in India?
(c) 1 and 3 only (a) Only two
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) Only three
(c) Only four
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news, is a:
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30. Consider the following statements: 34. Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: Statement-I:
The dark side of the Moon does not receive At higher altitudes, the human body increases Red
sunlight at all. Blood Cells production.
Statement-II: Statement-II:
The Moon is tidally locked to Earth.
As altitude increases, oxygen levels and
Which one of the following is correct in respect of
atmospheric pressure decrease.
the above statements?
(a) Both Statement–I and Statement–II Which one of the following is correct in respect of
are correct and Statement–II explains the above statements?
Statement–I (a) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct
(b) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are and Statement–II explains Statement–I
correct, but Statement–II does not explain (b) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are
Statement–I correct, but Statement–II does not explain
(c) Statement–I is correct, but Statement–II is Statement–I
incorrect (c) Statement–I is correct, but Statement–II is
(d) Statement–I is incorrect, but Statement–II is incorrect
correct
(d) Statement–I is incorrect, but Statement–II is
correct
31. Consider the following statements regarding the
African penguin:
1. It is the smallest penguin species in the world. 35. Consider the following statements:
2. It is found only in Namibia and South Africa. 1. Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a
3. It is the only penguin species in the world twelve-digit alphanumeric code.
to be listed as ‘critically endangered’ in the 2. Tax Deduction Account Number (TAN) is
IUCN Red List. mandatory for all persons who are responsible
How many of the above statements are correct? for deducting tax at source (TDS).
(a) Only one Which of the statements given above is/are
(b) Only two correct?
(c) All three (a) 1 only
(d) None
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
32. Consider the following statements regarding the
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1. Airships are lighter than aeroplanes.
2. Aeroplanes are faster than airships. 36. Which of the following statements is/are correct
3. Airships are less polluting than aeroplanes. regarding the PM-Vidyalaxmi initiative?
Which of the statements given above are correct? 1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme of the
(a) 1 and 2 only Government of India.
(b) 2 and 3 only 2. It aims to provide collateral-free and
(c) 1 and 3 only guarantor-free education loans to students.
(d) 1, 2 and 3 3. It will apply only to students enrolled in
government institutions.
33. What are ‘Large Magellanic Clouds’?
Select the correct answer using the code given
(a) A dense region of gas and dust in the
Stratosphere below:
(b) An aurora near the Earth’s polar regions (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) A dwarf galaxy that orbits the Milky Way (b) 2 only
galaxy (c) 1 and 3 only
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the following statements: the following statements:
1. It aims to strengthen the technology delivery 1. It is a traditional folk art practiced
system to create social enterprise models.
predominantly in the Hazaribagh region of
2. It covers candidates belonging to the
Jharkhand.
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) only.
3. It is implemented on the Land-Lab-Land 2. The legacy of this art is passed down
model. from mothers to daughters, embodying a
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relationship with their natural surroundings.
(c) 1 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above is/are
(d) 1, 2 and 3
correct?
38. Which one of the following is the objective of (a) 1 and 2 only
C-PACE? (b) 2 only
(a) Promote corporate social responsibility (c) 1 and 3 only
initiatives among companies (d) 1, 2 and 3
(b) Centralize the process of removing companies
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licenses to startups Threats and Impact’ was recently released at
G  2YHUVHH WKH ¿QDQFLDO DXGLWV RI DOO SXEOLF which of the following international conferences?
sector enterprises (a) Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16)
(b) United Nations Framework Convention on
39. Consider the following statements:
Climate Change (COP28)
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(c) International Union for Conservation of
devices to transmit data over satellite when
cellular data is not available. Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress
2. Direct-to-Cell enables smartphone users to (d) United Nations Ocean Conference
perform basic functions when outside of
cellular coverage. 43. Consider the following statements regarding the
Which of the statements given above is/are
coking coal in India:
correct?
1. It has been designated as a ‘critical mineral’
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only by the Government of India.
(c) Both 1 and 2 2. Australia is the largest supplier of coking
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 coal to India.
3. The high carbon content and low sulfur
40. The “Janjatiya Gaurav Divas” was recently content make it suitable for steel production.
celebrated to commemorate the 150th birth
How many of the above statements are correct?
anniversary of which one of the following leaders?
(a) Tantia Bhil (a) Only one
(b) Birsa Munda (b) Only two
(c) Rani Gaidinliu (c) All three
(d) Sidhu Murmu (d) None

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44. Consider the following statements regarding the 47. Which of the following factors have likely
Telecommunications (Telecom Cyber Security) contributed to the recent depreciation of the Indian
Rules, 2024: Rupee?
1. It empowers the Central Government to seek
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2. Strengthening of the US dollar index
incident to the Central Government within
six hours. 3. Depreciation of the Chinese currency
3. Telecom entities are required to appoint a Select the correct answer using the code given
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(c) All three
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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of a product. or potential balance of payments needs of
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countries with sound policies that may have
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(c) Both 1 and 2 correct?
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
46. Consider the following statements with reference
(c) Both 1 and 2
to the Urban Infrastructure Development Fund
(UIDF): (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. It is established through the use of shortfall in
priority sector lending. 49. Which one of the following has launched the
2. It will be used to create urban infrastructure ‘Nicer Globe’ initiative for improving the chemical
in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. transportation safety in India?
3. It is managed by the National Housing Bank. (a) Central Pollution Control Board
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(b) The Department of Chemicals & Petro-
(a) 1 and 2 only
Chemicals
(b) 2 and 3 only
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50. Consider the following statements regarding 53. Consider the following pairs:
the International Bank for Reconstruction and Wildlife Sanctuary State
Development (IBRD): 1. Tungareshwar Maharashtra
Statement-I: 2. Nugu Kerala
It aims to support sustainable development through 3. Hollongapar Gibbon Karnataka
investments in infrastructure and education.
How many of the pairs given above are correctly
Statement-II: matched?
It focuses on providing loans to low-income (a) Only one pair
countries at zero interest rate. (b) Only two pairs
Which one of the following is correct in respect of (c) All three pairs
the above statements? (d) None
(a) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct
and Statement–II explains Statement–I 54. Consider the following pairs:
(b) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are Military Conducted between
correct, but Statement–II does not explain Exercise India and
Statement–I
(c) Statement–I is correct, but Statement–II is 1. Vajra Prahar United States of
incorrect America
(d) Statement–I is incorrect, but Statement–II is 2. Garud Shakti Indonesia
correct 3. Kazind Kazakhstan
How many of the pairs given above are correctly
51. Consider the following statements: matched?
1. Aluminum oxide emitted during satellite (a) Only one pair
reentry acts as a catalyst for ozone depletion (b) Only two pairs
in the stratosphere. (c) All three pairs
2. Black carbon released during rocket launches (d) None
contributes to the warming of the atmosphere.
55. The recent discovery of a unique black hole triple
3. Metals released from burnt satellites can
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promote the formation of cloud condensation
(a) Possibility of formation of black holes
nuclei.
through direct collapse instead of supernova
Which of the statements given above are correct?
explosions
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) Variations in the ‘ticking rates’ of pulsars are
(b) 2 and 3 only caused by low-frequency gravitational waves
(c) 1 and 3 only (c) Emergence of gravitational waves from
(d) 1, 2 and 3 supermassive black holes spiraling together
before merging
52. Which one of the following acts as the nodal (d) Possibility to spot ripples in space-time at
agency in India for cross-border power trading frequencies that are yet to be detected
with Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal?
(a) BSES Yamuna Power Limited (BYPL) 56. “Markhor, Takin and Goral” are the species of:
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Access, consider the following statements: is associated with:
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cardholders can be disclosed only by a (c) enhancing agricultural productivity through
prior approval of the Central Information precision farming
Commission. (d) strengthening the rural health infrastructure
3. Biometric data in the Aadhaar database
cannot be accessed by private companies for 62. With reference to the ‘Pinaka’ Multi-Barrel
YHUL¿FDWLRQSXUSRVHV Rocket Launcher (MBRL) system, consider the
Which of the statements given above is/are following statements:
correct?
1. It is a long range versatile artillery weapon.
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only 2. It is developed by the Defence Research and
(c) 3 only Development Organisation (DRDO).
(d) 1, 2 and 3 3. Pinaka Mk1 has a range of 300 km.
4. Its operation is restricted to a maximum of
58. The ‘Panpatha Wildlife Sanctuary’ makes up the two ammunitions.
core area of which one of the following? Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Sariska National Park (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) Bandhavgarh National Park
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) Satpura National Park
(d) Madhav National Park (c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
59. ‘Rhizome weevil’, ‘Mealybug’ and ‘Rust thrip’
are known to attack which one of the following 63. In India, the ‘No Development Zones (NDZ)’ are
crops? declared under:
(a) Pea (a) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
(b) Rice (b) National Forest Policy, 1988
(c) Wheat
(c) Wetlands (Conservation and Management)
(d) Banana
Rules, 2017
60. Consider the following pairs: (d) Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
Food additive Used in
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to the Equatorial ElectroJet (EEJ):
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ionosphere.
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equator.
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confectionery electrical power grids.
How many of the above pairs are correctly Which of the statements given above are correct?
matched?
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of Science and Technology to demonstrate the Agency/Network Initiative of
potential applications of geospatial technologies 1. Asset Recovery F i n a n c i a l
for improving quality of life and ease of doing Interagency Network- Action Task
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business? AP)
(a) Operation Bhujang 2. Global River Cities N a t i o n a l
(b) Operation Vasudha Alliance (GRCA) Mission for
(c) Operation Sudarshan Clean Ganga
(NMCG)
(d) Operation Dronagiri
3. Climate and Clean Air United Nations
Coalition (CCAC) Environment
66. With reference to the National Biodiversity Programme
Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) 2024-2030, (UNEP)
consider the following statements: How many of the pairs given above are correctly
matched?
1. It aligns with the Kunming-Montreal Global
(a) Only one pair
Biodiversity Framework.
(b) Only two pairs
2. It adopts the ‘Whole-of-Government’ and (c) All three pairs
‘Whole-of-Society’ approach. (d) None
3. It focuses on community-driven conservation
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ecosystems. Shield’ refers to:
(a) The USA’s strategy to protect its
Which of the statements given above are correct?
semiconductor industry through onshoring
(a) 1 and 2 only initiatives
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(c) 1 and 3 only technology for economic and military
(d) 1, 2 and 3 dominance
(c) Taiwan’s strategic deterrence through its
semiconductor manufacturing capabilities
67. With reference to the Global Health Emergency
(d) China’s strategic control over the global
Corps (GHEC), consider the following statements:
supply of semiconductor materials
1. It has been established by the World Health
Organization (WHO). 70. Arrange the following islands in correct sequence
2. It aims to guarantee prompt actions during from the east to west direction:
health emergencies. 1. East Timor
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3. Sulawesi
outbreak.
4. Papua New Guinea
Which of the statements given above are correct? Select the correct answer using the code given
(a) 1 and 2 only below:
(b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1-2-3-4
(c) 1 and 3 only (b) 4-1-3-2
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71. It was built by the Kakatiya dynasty using the 74. Consider the following statements with reference
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1. In Type 1 diabetes, the body produces enough
pit, dug up for laying foundation with a mixture
insulin but the cells lose their sensitivity to
of sand lime, jaggery and karakkaya (black insulin.
myrobalan fruit), before its construction. Which 2. Type 2 diabetes is an autoimmune condition
one of the following temples is described above? where the cells in the pancreas that make the
(a) Airavatesvara Temple insulin are destroyed.
(b) Hazara Rama Temple 3. Type 1.5 diabetes can be caused due to genetic
as well as lifestyle factors.
(c) Ramappa Temple
Which of the statements given above is/are
(d) Konark Sun temple correct?
(a) 1 only
72. Consider the following statements regarding the (b) 3 only
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1. Unlike Generative AI, Agentic AI can (d) 2 and 3 only
autonomously execute complex tasks and
75. Consider the following:
interact with other agents. 1. Conservation of soil moisture
2. Agentic AI is part of the third wave of AI 2. Reduction of heat stress
focusing on task execution, while Generative 3. Solar power expansion
AI belongs to the second wave of predictive 4. Maximizing energy and food production
AI advancements. +RZPDQ\RIWKHDERYHDUHEHQH¿WVRI$JULYROWDLF
farming?
Which of the statements given above is/are
(a) Only one
correct? (b) Only two
(a) 1 only (c) Only three
(b) 2 only (d) All four
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 76. Which one of the following mandates that a
relocation from a tiger reserve is to be done only
with the consent of Gram Sabha?
73. Consider the following statements regarding the (a) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
Titanium: (b) Forest Conservation Act, 1980
1. It has the least corrosion-resistance. (c) Indian Forest Act, 1927
2. It is used in prosthetic devices due to its (d) Environment Protection Act, 1986
compatibility with human tissues and bones.
77. Consider the following statements:
3. It is widely used in aerospace due to its
1. Unlike DNA editing, RNA editing makes
lightweight properties. permanent changes to a person’s genome.
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properties. lower risk of allergic reactions in the human
Which of the statements given above is/are body.
correct? Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 only
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only (b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 4 only (c) Both 1 and 2
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78. With reference to Minority Educational Institutions 82. The ‘Digital Sequencing Information (DSI)’ refers
in India, consider the following statements: to:
1. The educational institutions established prior (a) genetic information stored in physical DNA
samples
to the adoption of the Constitution of India
(b) algorithms designed to simulate biodiversity
do not have the powers to manage it under patterns
Article 30. (c) information on the digital sequences of
2. An institution loses its minority status if its genetic resources
administration is no longer vested with the (d) satellite imagery used to monitor biodiversity
minority community. changes
Which of the statements given above is/are
83. Both Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor and
correct? Western Dedicated Freight Corridor pass through
(a) 1 only which of the following States?
(b) 2 only 1. Jharkhand
(c) Both 1 and 2 2. Uttar Pradesh
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. Punjab
4. Haryana
Select the correct answer using the code given
79. Consider the following statements: below:
1. Asia is the most rapidly urbanizing continent. (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
2. Africa is the least urbanised continent. (b) 2 and 4 only
3. More than 50% of the world’s population (c) 1 and 4 only
lives in urban areas. (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
4. The World Urban Forum established by the
84. The ‘Harare Declaration 2024’ was recently seen
United Nations addresses issues related to in the news in the context of:
urbanization. (a) promoting sustainable agriculture in arid
How many of the statements given above are regions
correct? (b) enhancing climate resilience within health
(a) Only one systems
(c) advancing global trade partnerships among
(b) Only two
developing countries
(c) Only three (d) establishing nuclear disarmament frameworks
(d) All four
85. Consider the following statements:
80. Which of the following organisms generally Statement-I: Nanoclay-reinforced binary
undergo ‘huddling or clustering’ during the winter carbohydrates can enhance the nutrient use
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months to conserve heat?
Statement-II: Nanoclay-reinforced binary
(a) Termites carbohydrates coating limits the fertilisers’
E  %XWWHUÀLHV interaction with the rhizosphere soil, water and
(c) Honey Bees microbes.
(d) Mosquitoes Which one of the following is correct in respect of
the above statements?
(a) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct
81. The Chabahar Port provides a shortest maritime
and Statement–II explains Statement–I
route from which one of the following ports of (b) Both Statement–I and Statement–II are
India? correct but Statement–II does not explain
(a) Tuticorin Statement–I
(b) Kandla (c) Statement–I is correct but Statement–II is
(c) Mumbai incorrect
(d) Statement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is
(d) Chennai
correct
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86. Arrange the following States in decreasing order 89. With reference to Ashtamudi Lake, consider the
of their installed renewable energy capacity: following statements:
1. Tamil Nadu 1. It is a Ramsar Wetland of International
2. Rajasthan Importance.
3. Gujarat 2. It is mainly fed by the Periyar River.
4. Karnataka 3. It served as a major link between the Quilon
Select the correct answer using the code given city and other major ports in ancient times.
below:
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 2-3-1-4
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3-2-4-1
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2-3-4-1
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 3-4-1-2
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87. With reference to the regulation of industries in

India, consider the following statements: 90. Consider the following countries:
1. All non-polluting white category industries 1. Finland
are exempted from the Consent to Operate 2. Norway
(CTO) permit. 3. Switzerland
2. Industries that have obtained Environmental 4. Estonia
Clearance (EC) are not required to take 5. Liechtenstein
Consent to Establish (CTE) clearance. Which of the above are members of the India-
3. The CTE fee shall be required to be paid by EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement
the industry to avoid loss of revenue to the (TEPA)?
States. (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above are correct? (b) 2, 3 and 5 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (c) 3, 4 and 5 only
(b) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 4 and 5 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
91. With reference to the seafood industry of India,
consider the following statements:
88. Consider the following pairs:
1. India’s seafood exports have increased
Tradition State consistently in the last three years.
1. Wangala Festival Manipur 2. Frozen shrimp is the largest exported marine
product from India.
2. Deomali Utsav Maharashtra 3. The European Union is India’s largest seafood
3. Chapchar Kut Assam market.
Which of the statements given above is/are
How many of the pairs given above are correctly
correct?
matched?
(a) Only one pair (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) Only two pairs (b) 2 only
(c) All three pairs (c) 1 and 3 only
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92. Consider the following statements with reference 96. Which one of the following receives the most
to the CARICOM organization: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funding
1. It aims to promote economic integration and
in India?
cooperation among member states.
2. It has observer status in the United Nations. (a) Healthcare
 $OORILWVPHPEHUVDUH3DFL¿F2FHDQLVODQG (b) National Heritage
countries. (c) Agriculture
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (d) Climate Change
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only 97. De-husking of millets reduces which of the
(d) 1, 2 and 3
following nutrients from grains?
93. Which one of the following properties makes the 1. Proteins
wood more durable in space than on Earth? 2. Fats
(a) The absence of atmospheric pressure prevents 3. Minerals
wood from expanding or contracting
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(b) The presence of oxygen in space protects
wood from decay 5. Carbohydrates
(c) The absence of moisture in space prevents Select the correct answer using the code given
wood from rotting below:
(d) The lack of gravity causes wood to become
(a) 2 and 5 only
lighter and stronger
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
94. Consider the following statements with reference (c) 1, 3 and 4 only
to the MAHASAGAR Initiative: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
1. It is an initiative of the Indian Navy.
2. It is conducted biannually.
3. It primarily aims to explore polymetallic 98. With reference to the tiger reserves in India,
resources in the Indian Ocean. consider the following statements:
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below:
(a) 1 and 2 only on the advice of the State Wildlife Boards.
(b) 2 and 3 only 2. Approval of the National Board for Wildlife
(c) 1 and 3 only is mandatory to alter the boundaries of a tiger
(d) 1, 2 and 3
reserve.
95. Consider the following: 3. Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of
1. Rangeen Mahal tiger reserves in India.
2. Gumbad Darwaza Which of the statements given above are correct?
3. Solah Khamba Masjid
(a) 1 and 2 only
How many of the above monuments belong to the
Bahmani dynasty? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) Only one (c) 1 and 3 only
(b) Only two (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) All three
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99. Which of the following goods are included in the 100. With reference to the BRICS New Development
highest GST tax slab in India? Bank (NDB), consider the following statements:
1. High-end motorcycles 1. India is one of the founding members of the
2. Printers and Computers Bank.
3. Cigarettes and aerated drinks 2. All the member countries have equal
4. Industrial Intermediaries shareholding in the bank.
5. Imitation jewellery 3. Its President is elected on a rotational basis
Select the correct answer using the code given from one of the founding members.
below: Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1, 3 and 5 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2, 4 and 5 only (c) 2 and 3 only
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