The Agriculture Entrepreneur Scheme demonstrates effective coordination between the District Administration, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and local citizens to establish a sustainable and scalable model for agricultural development.

• This initiative includes training selected 'Agri-Entrepreneurs' in adopting best practices for cost-effective and profitable agricultural development.
• Implemented by the CSO TRI (Transform Rural India), the project trains one farmer out of 100 in a village, promoting farm-to-market models and encouraging practices such as mixed-cropping, drip irrigation, and efficient resource management.
• The model not only inspires the local community but also contributes to behavioral changes, reversing the trend of rural-urban migration.

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding High Altitude Pseudo Satellites 

1. Positioned above 20 km in the stratosphere, these solar-powered aircraft offer very-long-duration flights counted in months or even years 
2. One of the major disadvantage is their high cost for both production and deployment. 

Select the correct answer using code given below: 

1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I 
3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect 
4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Q2. Consider the following statements regarding Dhokra Shilpkala 

1. The term "Dhokra" finds its origin in the Dhokra Damar tribes, renowned metal smiths in Central India 
2. Dhokra Shilpkala stands out due to its unique metal casting method, employing the lost wax casting technique
3. The livelihoods of traditional artisans are under threat due to rapid urbanization and the adoption of mechanized production methods, endangering the continuity of this ancient craft 

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

1. Only one
2. Only two 
3. All three 
4. None

Q3. Consider the following statements regarding Frozen Smoke 

1. Developed in the 1930s, aerogel, colloquially known as frozen smoke 
2. They are known for very low thermal resistivity 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

1. 1 only 
2. 2 only 
3. Both 1 and 2 
4. Neither 1 nor 2 

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding Kalasa-Banduri Project

1. The Kalasa-Banduri Project entails the development of dams and a canal system to redirect water from the Malaprabha River, to the Mahadayi River basin. 
2. The project involves constructing barrages along the Kalasa and Banduri streams, both tributaries of the Mahadayi River 
3. The Mahadayi River originates in the Western Ghats, flowing from the Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka's Belagavi district 

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

1. Only one
2. Only two 
3. All three 
4. None

Q5. With reference to Thames River consider the following statements 

1. It holds the title of the longest river in England and the second longest in the United Kingdom after the River Severn 
2. Thames contributes all of London's drinking water needs 

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? 

1. 1 only 
2. 2 only 
3. Both 1 and 2 
4. Neither 1 nor 2 

Q6. Consider the following statements regarding Indian judiciary

1. Any retired judge of the Supreme Court of India can be called back to sit and act as a Supreme Court judge by the Chief Justice of India with the prior permission of the President of India 
2. A High Court in India unlike the Supreme Court does not have the power to review its own judgement. 

Select the correct answer using code given below: 

1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I 
3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect 
4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Q7. Consider the following statements   

1. Ajanta comprises 29 caves constructed between the 2nd century BC and the 6th century AD, while Ellora encompasses 34 caves dating from the 6th to the 11th centuries AD 
2. Ajanta Caves predominantly served as Buddhist retreats, featuring meditation cells, assembly halls, and stupas
3. Swadesh Darshan Scheme aims to develop sustainable and responsible tourism destinations and is 100% funded by the centre. 

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

1. Only one
2. Only two 
3. All three 
4. None

Q8. Consider the following statements regarding Delimitation Commission 

1. The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in a Court of Law 
2. When the orders of the Delimitation Commission are laid before the Lok Sabha or State Legislative Assembly, they cannot effect any modification in the orders 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

1. 1 only 
2. 2 only 
3. Both 1 and 2 
4. Neither 1 nor 2 

Q9. Consider the following statements regarding Gas flaring

1. Gas flaring involves the combustion of methane gas associated with oil extraction 
2. Flaring persists due to safety, even though it is wasteful and polluting, providing a relatively safe method to dispose of associated gas from oil production 
3. Flare combustion converts hydrocarbons to carbon dioxide and water, reducing climate impact and on-site safety concerns but producing nitrogen oxides (NOx) 

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

1. Only one
2. Only two 
3. All three 
4. None

Q10. With reference to Mxenes consider the following statements 

1. Mxenes, initially discovered in 2011, belong to a substantial group of three-dimensional (3D) materials, constituting ceramics 
2. Mxenes exhibit promise in various applications such as energy storage (e.g., lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors) due to their high conductivity and extensive surface area 

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? 

1. 1 only 
2. 2 only 
3. Both 1 and 2 
4. Neither 1 nor 2 

Q11. Consider the following statements regarding Mera Gaon, Meri Dharohar Programme 

1. The MGMD initiative covers the cultural mapping of 6.5 lakh villages and is an integral part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 
2. Under the MGMD Programme, information is gathered across nine categories 

Select the correct answer using code given below: 

1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I 
3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect 
4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Q12. Consider the following statements regarding components included in the capital budget of the Government of India 

1. Expenditure on acquisition of assets like roads, buildings, machinery, etc 
2. Loans received from foreign governments
3. Loans and advances granted to the States and Union Territories 

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

1. Only one
2. Only two 
3. All three 
4. None

Q13. Consider the following statements regarding Subika painting 

1. Inextricably linked to the cultural history of the Naga community. 
2. Efforts are actively underway to revive Manipur's endangered ancient Subika painting. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

1. 1 only 
2. 2 only 
3. Both 1 and 2 
4. Neither 1 nor 2 

Q14. Consider the following statements regarding India’s satellite launch vehicles

1. PSLVs launch the satellites useful for Earth resources monitoring whereas GSLVs are designed mainly to launch communication satellites 
2. Satellites launched by PSLV appear to remain permanently fixed in the same position in the sky, as viewed from a particular location on Earth 
3. GSLV Mk III is a four-staged launch vehicle with the first and third stages using solid rocket motors; and the second and fourth stages using liquid rocket engines 

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

1. Only one
2. Only two 
3. All three 
4. None

Q15. With reference to Himalayan Griffon consider the following statements 

1. Himalayan Griffon is found along the Himalayas and the adjoining Tibetan region 
2. It is designated as Vulnerable by IUCN 

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? 

1. 1 only 
2. 2 only 
3. Both 1 and 2 
4. Neither 1 nor 2  

Q16. Consider the following statements regarding Alaskapox 

1. It belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus, the same genus as smallpox, monkeypox, and cowpox 
2. Human-to-human transmission of Alaskapox has been observed in 55% of the cases. 

Select the correct answer using code given below: 

1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I 
3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect 
4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Q17. Consider the following statements regarding Kisan Credit Card scheme 

1. Short-term credit support is given to farmers for working capital for maintenance of farm assets 
2. Short-term credit support is given to farmers for purchase of combine harvesters, tractors and mini trucks
3. Short-term credit support is given to farmers for consumption requirements of farm households 

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

1. Only one
2. Only two 
3. All three 
4. None

Q18. Consider the following statements regarding Atmospheric River 

1. An atmospheric river is a lengthy and narrow band of moisture-laden air, transporting substantial water vapor from the tropics to higher latitudes. 
2. The phenomena of atmospheric rivers is confined to the US West Coast bringing in copious rainfall. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

1. 1 only 
2. 2 only 
3. Both 1 and 2 
4. Neither 1 nor 2 

Q19. Consider the following statements regarding Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India

1. PVTGs reside in 18 States and one Union Territory 
2. A stagnant or declining population is one of the criteria for determining PVTG status 
3. There are 95 PVTGs officially notified in the country so far 

How many of the statements given above are correct? 

1. Only one
2. Only two 
3. All three 
4. None

Q20. With reference to Nazool Land consider the following statements 

1. Nazool land is government-owned land and is administered as state property. 
2. Emerged during British rule, post-battles with opposing kings who lost their lands 

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? 

1. 1 only 
2. 2 only 
3. Both 1 and 2 
4. Neither 1 nor 2