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September 2024

- Abhishek Lahkar
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Q. Which of the following statements about the term
"glass ceiling" are correct?
1. The phrase "glass ceiling" was popularized in the
1980s as more women began entering male-
dominated workplaces.
2. Marilyn Loden, an American management
consultant, is credited with coining the term "glass
ceiling" in 1978.
Select the correct answer using the codes given
below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Ans: C

Sol: Both statements are correct. The term "glass

ceiling" gained prominence in the 1980s as more
women entered male-dominated workplaces, and
Marilyn Loden is credited with coining the term in
1978.

The glass ceiling is a metaphor for the invisible

barriers that prevent people from advancing in their
careers, particularly women and minorities
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Q. With reference to India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission,
consider the following statements:
1. Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the South
Pole of the Moon
2. The Prime Minister of India announced that
August 23 will be celebrated as 'National Space Day'
to commemorate the success of Chandrayaan-3.
3. Chandrayaan-3 had a lander named Pragyan and a
rover named Vikram.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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• Chandrayaan-3 consists of an indigenous Lander module (LM),
Propulsion module (PM) and a Rover.
• The Lander will have the capability to soft land at a specified
lunar site and deploy the Rover which will carry out in-situ
chemical analysis of the lunar surface during the course of its
mobility.
• The Lander and the Rover have scientific payloads to carry out
experiments on the lunar surface.
• The main function of PM is to carry the LM from launch vehicle
injection till final lunar 100 km circular polar orbit and separate
the LM from PM.
• The launcher identified for Chandrayaan-3 is LVM3 M4 which will
place the integrated module in an Elliptic Parking Orbit (EPO) of
size ~170 x 36500 km.
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Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct as Chandrayaan-3
successfully landed on the South Pole of the Moon
on August 23, 2023.
• Statement 2 is correct as the Prime Minister
announced that August 23 will be celebrated as
'National Space Day' to commemorate this
achievement.
• Statement 3 is incorrect as Chandrayaan-3
included a lander named Vikram and a rover named
Pragyan.
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Q. With reference to the "Motherhood Penalty,"
consider the following statements:
1. The "Motherhood Penalty" refers to the economic
disadvantages that women may face after becoming
mothers, including reduced earnings and slower career
progression.
2. The phenomenon is linked to prejudices that view
mothers as less capable of handling sensitive-level job
requirements.
3. The "Motherhood Penalty" primarily affects women
in only low-income jobs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct as the "Motherhood
Penalty" does refer to economic disadvantages such
as reduced earnings and slower career
advancement.
• Statement 2 is correct as the phenomenon is
linked to prejudices, especially in male-dominated
top management, that mothers are less capable of
handling sensitive jobs.
• Statement 3 is incorrect because the
"Motherhood Penalty" can affect women at all
levels of employment, including higher-level
management positions.
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Q. With reference to the Bengal Slow Loris,
consider the following statements:
1. The Bengal Slow Loris is listed as Endangered in
the IUCN Red List.
2. It is legally protected under the Wildlife
Protection Act, 1972.
3. The range of the Bengal Slow Loris extends from
Vietnam to China, but in India, it is confined to the
northeastern region.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Ans: D

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct as the Bengal Slow Loris is
listed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List.
• Statement 2 is correct as it is legally protected
under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
• Statement 3 is correct as the range of the Bengal
Slow Loris extends from Vietnam to China, and in
India, it is confined to the northeastern region.
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Q. With reference to the 'Impact Magma Ocean' (IMO)
theory, consider the following statements:
1. The 'Impact Magma Ocean' theory is a hypothesis
that explains the early formation and evolution of the
Mars surface.
2. According to this theory, the Moon was formed
when a large asteroid or planetesimal collided with the
Earth.
3. The collision led to the Moon's outer layers being
fully molten, forming a "magma ocean," which later
solidified.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Ans: B

Sol:
• Statement 1 is incorrect as the 'Impact Magma
Ocean' theory explains the early formation and
evolution of the Moon's surface not Mars.
• Statement 2 is correct because the theory
suggests that the Moon was formed due to a
collision between a Mars sized body and the Earth.
• Statement 3 is correct as the collision led to the
Moon's outer layers being fully molten, creating a
"magma ocean" that later solidified.
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Q. With reference to Lagrange Points and the Aditya
L1 mission, consider the following statements:
1. The Aditya L1 mission is positioned at Lagrange
point L1.
2. Lagrange points are locations in space where
objects can stay in position relative to another,
larger body due to balanced gravitational forces.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
These can be used by
spacecraft as "parking
spots"

Lagrange Points are positions in space where the

gravitational forces of a two-body system like the Sun and
Earth produce enhanced regions of attraction and repulsion
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Ans: C

Sol: The Aditya L1 mission is positioned at Lagrange

point L1.
Lagrange points are locations in space where
objects can stay in position relative to another,
larger body due to balanced gravitational forces.
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Q. With reference to ISRO’s Next Generation Launch
Vehicles (NGLV), consider the following statements:
1. The NGLV is planned to be a three-stage launch
vehicle powered by a semi-cryogenic engine, a liquid
engine, and a cryogenic engine.
2. ISRO plans to continue using the GSLV, even after
NGLV starts functioning.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct as the NGLV is planned to
be a three-stage launch vehicle with a semi-
cryogenic engine, a liquid engine, and a cryogenic
engine.
• Statement 2 is incorrect because ISRO does not
plan to continue the use of the GSLV once the NGLV
is ready.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding
BHISHM Cubes:
1. The BHISHM Cubes are part of the "Bharat Health
Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri," designed to
ensure the rapid deployment of medical facilities.
2. The BHISHM Cubes were developed under the
Indian government’s Project Aarogya Maitri
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Ans: C

Sol: Both statements are correct. The BHISHM Cubes

are part of the Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog
Hita & Maitri and were developed under the Indian
government’s Project Aarogya Maitri, containing
essential medicines and equipment for emergency
medical care.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding
euthanasia in India:
1. Passive euthanasia involves withdrawing life
support to allow death to occur naturally, and it is
permitted in India.
2. Active euthanasia is also permitted in India
3. The Supreme Court has laid down that a High
Court must approve each case of passive euthanasia
on a case-by-case basis.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct: Passive euthanasia, which
involves withdrawing life support to allow death to
occur naturally, is permitted in India.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: Active euthanasia, which
involves administering lethal drugs to induce death,
is not permitted in India.
• Statement 3 is correct: The Supreme Court has
mandated that a High Court must approve each case
of passive euthanasia on a case-by-case basis.
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Q. Which of the following best defines the Hippocratic
Oath?
(a) A legal document outlining patient rights and
doctor responsibilities.
(b) A traditional oath taken by physicians, committing
them to ethical medical practice, including the
principle of "do no harm."
(c) A set of oath taking guidelines for medical research
involving human subjects.
(d) A global health policy framework adopted by the
World Health Organization for oaths to be
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Ans: B

Sol: A traditional oath taken by physicians,

committing them to ethical medical practice,
including the principle of "do no harm."
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Q. With reference to the Vigyan Dhara Initiative,
consider the following statements:
1. The Vigyan Dhara Initiative merges several existing
science promotion programs run by the Department
of Science and Technology.
2. The initiative is managed by the Anusandhan
National Research Fund.
3. The Vigyan Dhara Initiative focuses exclusively on
promoting traditional Indian medicine and practices.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct as the Vigyan Dhara
Initiative merges several existing science promotion
programs run by the DST.
• Statement 2 is correct as ARNF (Anusandhan
National Research Fund) will manage these
resources efficiently.
• Statement 3 is incorrect because the initiative
does not focus exclusively on traditional Indian
medicine but on science promotion in general.
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Q. Match the following agreements and initiatives
between India and the US with their descriptions:
Agreements/Initiatives Descriptions
A. Logistics Exchange Memorandum of 1. Facilitates sharing of military
Agreement (LEMOA) - 2016 information, including geospatial
information.
B. Communications Compatibility and Security 2. Establishes basic terms for reciprocal
Agreement (COMCASA) - 2018 provision of logistic support between the
two militaries.
C. The Basic Exchange and Cooperation 3. India-specific agreement to secure
Agreement (BECA) - 2020 military communication between the
countries.
D. Industrial Security Annex (ISA) - 2019 4. Facilitates the exchange of classified
information between defense industries.
E. Initiative on Critical and Emerging 5. Enhances cooperation in advanced
Technologies (iCET) - 2023 technology areas such as defense, AI,
quantum computing, and space.
F. India-US Defence Acceleration Ecosystem 6. Aims to build a defense innovation
(INDUS-X) bridge under iCET.
(a) A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4, E-5, F-6
(b) A-1, B-4, C-2, D-3, E-6, F-5
(c) A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1, E-5, F-6
(d) A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2, E-6, F-5
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Ans: A
Sol:
• LEMOA (2016): Establishes the basic terms for
reciprocal provision of logistic support between the two
militaries (2).
• COMCASA (2018): India-specific agreement to secure
military communication between the countries (3).
• BECA (2020): Facilitates sharing of military information,
including geospatial information (1).
• ISA (2019): Facilitates the exchange of classified
information between defense industries (4).
• iCET (2023): Enhances cooperation in advanced
technology areas such as defense, AI, quantum
computing, and space (5).
• INDUS-X: Aims to build a defense innovation bridge
under iCET (6).
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Q. On 23rd August, National Space Day was celebrated
with the theme ‘Touching Lives while Touching the
Moon!’ In this context:
1. The global consulting firm Novaspace, commissioned by
ISRO, released a report highlighting the contributions of
ISRO to people's lives.
2. The theme of National Space Day 2024 focused on the
technological advancements in space exploration by
NASA.
3. The report by Novaspace detailed ISRO's contributions
to various sectors including agriculture, communication,
and disaster management.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Ans: C

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct: Novaspace, commissioned
by ISRO, released a report on the contributions of
ISRO to people's lives.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The theme of National
Space Day 2024 was ‘Touching Lives while Touching
the Moon!’ and not focused on NASA's technological
advancements.
• Statement 3 is correct: The Novaspace report
detailed ISRO's contributions to various sectors such
as agriculture, communication, and disaster
management.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding the
Unified Lending Interface (ULI) announced by the RBI
Governor:
1. The Unified Lending Interface (ULI) will be a digital
platform aimed at enabling frictionless credit
disbursement in India.
2. ULI is designed to transform lending in India in a
manner similar to how the Unified Payments Interface
(UPI) transformed retail payments.
3. ULI will focus solely on increasing scalability in the
lending process without addressing efficiency or friction
reduction.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct: ULI will indeed be a digital
platform aimed at enabling frictionless credit
disbursement.
• Statement 2 is correct: ULI is intended to
transform lending in a way similar to how UPI
transformed retail payments.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: ULI is focused on
improving efficiency, reducing friction, and
increasing scalability, not solely on scalability.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan
Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY):
1. PMJDY was launched by the Government of India in 2014 as
a financial inclusion initiative.
2. The scheme provides a zero balance account with an
overdraft facility of up to ₹10,000.
3. Accounts opened under PMJDY come with a built-in
accidental insurance cover of ₹1 lakh, which increased to ₹2
lakh for accounts opened after August 28, 2018.
4. A one-time life insurance cover of ₹30,000 is provided to
account holders who opened their accounts before January 26,
2015.
5. PMJDY accounts include a monthly pension scheme to
ensure financial security for the elderly.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2, 3, and 4 only
(b) 1, 2, and 3 only
(c) 2, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 3, and 5 only
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Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct: PMJDY was indeed launched by the
Government of India in 2014 as a financial inclusion
initiative.
• Statement 2 is correct: The scheme provides a zero
balance account with an overdraft facility of up to ₹10,000.
• Statement 3 is correct: The accidental insurance cover
under PMJDY is ₹1 lakh, increasing to ₹2 lakh for accounts
opened after August 28, 2018.
• Statement 4 is correct: A one-time life insurance cover of
₹30,000 is provided to account holders who opened their
accounts before January 26, 2015.
• Statement 5 is incorrect: PMJDY does not include a
monthly pension scheme; it focuses on providing financial
inclusion through various features such as zero balance
accounts, overdraft facilities, and insurance covers.
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Q. Which of the following statements about the newly
proposed "Heritage Blocks" in Assam are correct?
1. Only those who have been residing in the heritage blocks
for 2 generations can purchase land within these areas.
2. A new chapter will be added to the Assam Land and
Revenue Regulation Act of 1886 to accommodate the
creation of heritage blocks.
3. Entire Majuli Island and a five km radius of both Barpeta
Satra and Bordowa Than in Battadrava have been declared
as heritage blocks.
4. The law permits unrestricted purchase and sale of land
within these heritage blocks.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2, and 3 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 3 and 4 only
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Ans: B

Sol:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The proposed law
stipulates that only those who have been living in
the heritage blocks for at least 3 generations can
buy or sell land within these areas.
• Statement 2 is correct: A new chapter will indeed
be added to the Assam Land and Revenue
Regulation Act of 1886 to legally formalize the
creation and management of these heritage blocks.
• Statement 3 is correct: Entire Majuli Island, along
with a five-kilometer radius around Barpeta Satra
and Bordowa Than in Battadrava, has been
declared as heritage blocks.
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• Statement 4 is incorrect: The law does not allow
unrestricted land transactions within the heritage
blocks; instead, it imposes restrictions to preserve
the cultural and historical integrity of these areas.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding INS
Arihant and INS Arighaat:
1. INS Arihant is India's first indigenous nuclear-
powered submarine capable of launching ballistic
missiles.
2. INS Arighaat is more advanced than INS Arihant
and enhances India's nuclear triad.
3. Both INS Arihant and INS Arighaat are equipped
with the K-series Submarine Launched Ballistic
Missiles (SLBMs).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Ans: D

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: INS Arihant is indeed
India's first indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic
missile submarine, commissioned in 2016.
● Statement 2 is correct: INS Arighaat,
commissioned recently, is more advanced than INS
Arihant and is designed to enhance India’s nuclear
triad, which is crucial for deterrence.
● Statement 3 is correct: Both submarines are
equipped with the K-series SLBMs, such as the K-15
(Sagarika).
Hence, all statements are correct.
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Q. With reference to India’s K-series Submarine
Launched Ballistic Missiles (SLBMs), consider the
following statements:
1. The 'K' series of SLBMs are named after the
scientist Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
2. K-15, also known as Sagarika, has a range of 750
km and is deployed on INS Arihant.
3. K-series missiles are designed to be launched
from land-based platforms.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Ans: A

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The 'K' in the K-series
SLBMs stands for Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
● Statement 2 is correct: K-15 (Sagarika) with a
range of 750 km is already deployed on INS Arihant.
● Statement 3 is incorrect: K-series missiles are
Submarine Launched Ballistic Missiles (SLBMs), not
designed for land-based platforms.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Nyaya
Mitra scheme:
1. The scheme primarily aims to reduce the pendency of
cases, especially those that have been pending for more
than 10 years.
2. Nyaya Mitras are appointed from among retired judges,
judicial officers, and other individuals with legal expertise.
3. The role of Nyaya Mitras includes providing financial
assistance to litigants for covering court fees.
4. Nyaya Mitras act as intermediaries between the courts
and litigants, focusing on long-pending cases.
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2, and 4 only
(c) 2, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 3, and 4 only
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Ans: B

Sol:
Nyaya Mitra (NM) aims to facilitate expeditious disposal of
10-15 years old pending cases in High Courts and Subordinate
Courts. Since introduction of Nyaya Mitra programme in 2017,
a total of 38 Nyaya Mitras were engaged in the States of
Assam, Bihar, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan,
Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal

Statements 1, 2, and 4 are correct as they accurately describe

the Nyaya Mitra scheme's objectives and the role of Nyaya
Mitras. Statement 3 is incorrect because Nyaya Mitras provide
legal assistance, not financial assistance.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Assam
Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorces
Bill, 2024:
1. The bill regulates marriages between two Muslim
persons, including 'nikah'.
2. The bill requires two non-Muslim witnesses above the
age of 21 for the marriage to be registered.
3. If the marriage is not registered within 90 days, the
marriage becomes void and the husband shall face
imprisonment of up to three years.
4. The bill however does not have a provision for
preventing polygamy directly.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2, and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
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Ans: A

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The Assam Bill regulates
marriages between two Muslim persons, including
'nikah’.
● Statement 2 is correct: It mandates that two non-
Muslim witnesses above the age of 21 years are
required for the registration of the marriage.
● Statement 3 is correct: If the marriage is not
registered within 90 days, the marriage is declared void,
and the husband faces imprisonment.
● Statement 4 is incorrect: To prevent polygamy, the bill
stipulates that a man cannot have more than one living
wife unless the first wife provides written consent.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding Major
Dhyan Chand and National Sports Day:
1. National Sports Day is celebrated on 29th August in
memory of Major Dhyan Chand.
2. Major Dhyan Chand led India to three Olympic gold
medals in field hockey.
3. India's highest sporting honour, the Khel Ratna Award,
was renamed after Major Dhyan Chand.
4. The Government of India awarded Major Dhyan Chand
the Bharat Ratna posthumously.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2, and 3 only
(b) 1, 2, 3, and 4
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
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Ans: A

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: National Sports Day is
celebrated annually on 29th August, which is Major
Dhyan Chand's birth anniversary.
● Statement 2 is correct: Major Dhyan Chand
helped India secure three Olympic gold medals in
field hockey in 1928, 1932, and 1936.
● Statement 3 is correct: The Khel Ratna Award was
renamed after Major Dhyan Chand as a tribute to
his legacy.
● Statement 4 is incorrect: Major Dhyan Chand was
awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1956, not the
Bharat Ratna.
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Q. ‘Consider the following statements regarding the
Colombo Security Conclave (CSC):
1. The Colombo Security Conclave is a maritime security
grouping of India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Mauritius.
2. One of the primary goals of the Conclave is to counter
maritime piracy and transnational organized crime.
3. The Colombo Security Conclave was first proposed by
India at the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) meeting.
4. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been
signed to establish the Colombo Security Conclave
Secretariat in the Maldives.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3 only
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Ans: A

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The Colombo Security
Conclave (CSC) is indeed a maritime security
grouping involving India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives,
and Mauritius, focused on regional security
cooperation.
● Statement 2 is correct: Countering maritime
piracy and combating transnational organized crime
are among the key goals of the Conclave, along with
other security concerns such as cyber security and
disaster relief.
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● Statement 3 is incorrect: The Colombo Security
Conclave was not first proposed by India at the
Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) meeting. It
evolved from trilateral security cooperation among
India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives.
● Statement 4 is incorrect: The MoU for the
establishment of the CSC Secretariat was signed to
locate the Secretariat in Colombo, Sri Lanka, not the
Maldives.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding
Polygraph tests:
1. The Polygraph test operates on the presumption
that specific physiological responses are triggered
when a person is lying.
2. The Polygraph test involves administering a drug
to put the accused into a hypnotic state.
3. The results of a Polygraph test are admissible as
evidence in court if they are voluntarily conducted.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Ans: A

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The Polygraph test
measures physiological responses like blood
pressure, pulse rate, and galvanic skin response to
detect deception.
● Statement 2 is incorrect: Polygraph tests do not
involve administering any drug. This refers to narco-
analysis, not polygraph.
● Statement 3 is incorrect: Results from a Polygraph
test are not admissible as evidence in court, even if
voluntarily conducted. Only information obtained
from these tests can be used if independently
corroborated.
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Q. Which of the following statements about the 2G
ethanol plant in Assam is/are correct?
1. The expansion project of the Numaligarh refinery
aims to increase its capacity from 3 MMTPA to 9
MMTPA by December 2025.
2. The 2G biorefinery within the expansion project uses
bamboo as feedstock and is expected to be fully
commissioned within a month.
3. The 2G ethanol plant is set up as part of a national
initiative to promote the use of first-generation ethanol
production technologies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
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Ans: A

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The Numaligarh refinery's
expansion project aims to increase its capacity from
3 MMTPA to 9 MMTPA by December 2025.
● Statement 2 is correct: The 2G biorefinery, which
uses bamboo as feedstock, is part of this expansion
project and is expected to be fully commissioned
within a month.
● Statement 3 is incorrect: The 2G ethanol plant is
part of an initiative for second-generation ethanol
production technologies, not first-generation
technologies.
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Q. Consider the following statements regarding the
Digital Agriculture Mission:
1. The mission aims to create a robust Digital Public
Infrastructure (DPI) in the agriculture sector with a
budgetary allocation of Rs 2,800 crore.
2. The Digital Agriculture Mission will centralize data on
farm sectors including land records, crop details, and
livestock information for better coordination.
3. The Digital Agriculture Mission includes a component
called Agristack which primarily focuses on the
development of physical infrastructure for farmers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: A
Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The Digital Agriculture Mission
has a significant allocation of Rs 2,800 crore to create a
robust Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in the
agriculture sector.
● Statement 2 is correct: The mission focuses on
centralizing data from various farm sectors such as land
records, crop details, and livestock information, which
will be accessible to various departments across states
for improved decision-making.
● Statement 3 is incorrect: Agristack is a comprehensive
database focusing on capturing details about farmers
rather than the development of physical infrastructure.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements about GST tax
slabs in India:
1. The highest GST tax slab of 28% applies to luxury
items and sin goods such as automobiles and
tobacco products.
2. Essential goods and services like medicines are
taxed at a rate of 12% under GST.
3. The standard GST rate applicable to most goods
and services is 18%.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 only
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: B

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The 28% slab is indeed applied
to luxury items and sin goods.
● Statement 2 is incorrect: Essential goods and services,
such as medicines, are taxed at a lower rate of 5%, not
12%.
● Statement 3 is correct: The standard GST rate
applicable to most goods and services is 18%.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. SWIFT, a key player in global financial transactions,
stands for which of the following?
(a) Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial
Transactions
(b) Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial
Telecommunication
(c) System for Worldwide Interbank Financial
Transactions
(d) System for Worldwide Interbank Financial
Telecommunication
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: B

Sol:
SWIFT stands for Society for Worldwide Interbank
Financial Telecommunication. It is a cooperative
society that provides a secure, standardized
messaging system for financial institutions
worldwide to exchange information about financial
transactions.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the
bamboo-to-methanol (BTM) production plant being
set up in Assam:
1. The Assam State government plans to use the land
of the defunct Cachar Paper Mill for establishing the
BTM production plant.
2. The investment planned for the BTM production
plant is Rs 1,000 crore.
3. The BTM production plant is expected to generate
approximately 18,900 employment opportunities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: B

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The Assam State
government indeed plans to utilize the land of the
defunct Cachar Paper Mill at Panchgram for setting
up the BTM production plant.
● Statement 2 is incorrect: The planned investment
for the BTM production plant is Rs 2,000 crore, not
Rs 1,000 crore.
● Statement 3 is correct: The BTM production plant
is expected to create around 18,900 employment
opportunities.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements about the
Codex Alimentarius Commission:
1. The Codex Alimentarius Commission is established
by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and
the World Health Organization (WHO).
2. The Commission provides international standards,
guidelines, and recommendations for food safety and
quality.
3. The Codex Alimentarius Commission does not play
any role in endorsing food processing technologies
like irradiation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: A

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: The Codex Alimentarius
Commission is indeed established by the FAO and
WHO to develop and maintain international food
safety and quality standards.
● Statement 2 is correct: The Commission provides
international standards and guidelines to ensure food
safety and quality, including for various food
processing technologies.
● Statement 3 is incorrect: The Codex Alimentarius
Commission does endorse food processing
technologies like irradiation by setting international
standards and guidelines.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements regarding Dr.
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan:
1. Dr. Radhakrishnan served as the Vice-Chancellor
of Banaras Hindu University from 1931 to 1936.
2. He was the first President of India and served
from 1952 to 1962.
3. Dr. Radhakrishnan was known for his exceptional
teaching skills and had a profound impact on his
students.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: B

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: Dr. Radhakrishnan was
indeed the Vice-Chancellor of Banaras Hindu
University from 1931 to 1936.
● Statement 2 is incorrect: Dr. Radhakrishnan served
as the Vice President of India from 1952 to 1962 and
then became the President of India from 1962 to
1967. He was not the first President but the second
President of India.
● Statement 3 is correct: Dr. Radhakrishnan was
well-regarded as a brilliant teacher who developed
strong relationships with his students.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the
Chandipura virus:
1. The Chandipura virus was first identified in 1965 in
Chandipura, Maharashtra, and primarily affects
individuals over 40 years old.
2. Chandipura virus infection is transmitted by sandflies
and mosquitoes, with a high fatality rate, especially in
children under 15 years old.
3. There is currently no specific antiviral treatment or
vaccine available for Chandipura virus infection, and
supportive care is the only treatment approach.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: B

Sol:
● Statement 1 is incorrect: The Chandipura virus
affects individuals under 15 years old, not those over
40 years old.
● Statement 2 is correct: The virus is transmitted by
sandflies and mosquitoes and is particularly fatal to
young children.
● Statement 3 is correct: There is no specific antiviral
treatment or vaccine for Chandipura virus infection;
care is supportive and symptomatic.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the
"Right to Disconnect":
1. The "Right to Disconnect" law has been recently
passed in Australia to allow workers to disengage
from work-related communications outside of official
working hours.
2. The primary rationale behind this right is to ensure
work-life balance, avoid mental health problems, and
prevent burnout.
3. France is the third country to enact the "Right to
Disconnect" law.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: A

Sol:
● Statement 1 is correct: Australia has recently enacted
a law to grant workers the right to disconnect from
work-related communications outside of official
working hours.
● Statement 2 is correct: The rationale behind the
"Right to Disconnect" includes ensuring work-life
balance, avoiding mental health issues, and preventing
burnout.
● Statement 3 is incorrect: France was one of the first
countries to implement this law in 2017, with Italy also
enacting similar legislation. As of now, India does not
have a national law on this issue.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Which of the following countries are members of
the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?
1. Iraq
2. Bahrain
3. Kuwait
4. Jordan
Select the correct answer using the codes given
below:
(a) 1 and 4 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2, and 3 only
(d) 2, 3, and 4 only
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: B

Sol: The GCC consists of six countries: Saudi Arabia,

the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain. Iraq
and Jordan are not members of the GCC.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Which of the following regional groupings do not
include Pakistan and are emphasized by India?
1. BIMSTEC
2. SAARC
3. SASEC
4. OIC
Select the correct answer using the codes given
below:
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, and 3 only
(d) 1, 3, and 4 only
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: A

Sol: BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-

Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) and
SASEC (South Asia Subregional Economic
Cooperation) do not include Pakistan and are
emphasized by India for regional cooperation.
SAARC includes Pakistan, and OIC (Organization of
Islamic Cooperation) also includes Pakistan.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the
Partnership for Global Infrastructure Investment (PGII):
1. The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor is
part of the Partnership for Global Infrastructure
Investment (PGII).
2. PGII is an initiative led by G7 nations to fund
infrastructure projects in developing countries.
3. The primary focus of PGII is to promote digital
infrastructure in developed countries.
4. The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor is
the first project launched under PGII.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2, and 4 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 3, and 4 only
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct as the India-Middle East-
Europe Economic Corridor is part of the PGII.
• Statement 2 is correct since PGII is an initiative by
the G7 nations to fund infrastructure projects in
developing nations.
• Statement 3 is incorrect because the focus of PGII
is not limited to digital infrastructure or developed
countries but covers broader infrastructure in
developing countries.
• Statement 4 is incorrect as the India-Middle East-
Europe Economic Corridor is not the first project
under PGII.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements regarding India's
initiatives for Technical Textiles:
1. The National Technical Textile Mission is a four-year
program aimed at positioning India as a global leader in
technical textiles.
2. The GREAT Scheme provides grants to support the
commercialization of prototypes in technical textiles.
3. Under the GREAT Scheme, a grant-in-aid of up to Rs. 50
lakh is provided, with the Ministry of Textiles contributing
an additional 50% of the total grant to incubators.
4. Institutions like IITs, NITs, and Textile Research
Associations are involved in incubating technical textile
innovations under the GREAT Scheme.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2, 3, and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, and 4 only
(d) 1, 3, and 4 only
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: C

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct as the National Technical
Textile Mission is a four-year initiative to make
India a global leader in this field.
• Statement 2 is correct as the GREAT Scheme
provides grants to commercialize technical textile
prototypes.
• Statement 3 is incorrect because the Ministry of
Textiles provides 10% of the grant-in-aid to
incubators, not 50%.
• Statement 4 is correct as IITs, NITs, and Textile
Research Associations are involved in the
incubation process under the GREAT Scheme.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Where is the newly inaugurated Chief Minister's
Secretariat located?
(a) Guwahati
(b) Silchar
(c) Dibrugarh
(d) Jorhat
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: C

Sol: The newly inaugurated Chief Minister's

Secretariat is located in Dibrugarh, Assam, as part
of a decentralization effort aimed at enhancing
development and policymaking for Upper Assam
districts.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Which of the following statements correctly
explains Sewa Setu?
1. Assam Right to Public Service is now Sewa Setu.
2. It works on the principle of one platform offering
multiple services.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: C

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct: Assam Right to Public
Service has been rebranded as Sewa Setu.
• Statement 2 is correct: Sewa Setu operates on the
principle of providing multiple services through a
single platform.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Which of the following statements are true about
World Suicide Prevention Day?
1. World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on
September 10th every year.
2. The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day
"Changing the narrative on Suicide" and "Start the
Conversation"
(a) Both statements are true
(b) Only statement 1 is true
(c) Only statement 2 is true
(d) Both statements are false
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct; World Suicide Prevention
Day is observed on September 10th.
• Statement 2 is correct; the theme also includes
"Changing the narrative on Suicide" and "Start the
Conversation".
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Which of the following statements about the
National Test House are correct?
1. The National Test House is a premier institution
under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food &
Public Distribution.
2. It focuses on the testing and quality evaluation of
food products only.
3. The National Test House is a multidisciplinary
central government laboratory that deals with
testing, calibration, and quality evaluation.
(a) 1 and 3
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 2 and 3
(d) 1, 2, and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct; the National Test House
operates under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs,
Food & Public Distribution.
• Statement 2 is incorrect; it does not focus solely on
food products but covers various types of testing and
evaluation related to industry, commerce, trade etc.
• Statement 3 is correct; it is a multidisciplinary
central government laboratory involved in testing,
calibration, and quality evaluation across multiple
sectors.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the
Anusandhan Research Foundation (ANRF):
1. The ANRF follows a hub-and-spoke model that
focuses on connecting top-tier research institutions
with smaller universities to expand research activities.
2. The Anusandhan Research Foundation is aligned
with the objectives of the National Education Policy
(NEP) 2020.
3. The ANRF prioritizes research areas like electric
vehicle technology and advanced materials, which
align with India's strategic goals.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: D

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct. ANRF uses a hub-and-spoke
model to connect top research institutions with
smaller universities.
• Statement 2 is correct. ANRF aligns with the
National Education Policy 2020.
• Statement 3 is correct. The foundation prioritizes
research in electric vehicle technology and advanced
materials.
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the
Mission 50K-EV4ECO:
1. It was recently announced by the Small Industries
Development Bank of India (SIDBI).
2. The mission aims to boost the electric vehicle (EV)
ecosystem in the country.
3. The primary focus of the mission is to promote
electric two-wheelers for personal use.
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs
Ans: A

Sol:
• Statement 1 is correct, as SIDBI announced the
Mission 50K-EV4ECO.
• Statement 2 is correct, as the mission aims to
boost the EV ecosystem in India.
• Statement 3 is incorrect because the focus is not
limited to electric two-wheelers for personal use.
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