1. With reference to ‘Stapled Visa’, consider the following statements.

1. A stapled visa is a stamped piece of paper attached to a passport with staples or a pin.
2. The stapled visas are considered valid by China, but India refuses to accept them as legitimate travel documents.

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

2. With reference to the ‘Key Government Schemes for Farmers Welfare’, consider the following statements.

1. The PM – KISAN Scheme provides a payment of Rs.6000/- per year for the farmers’ families with cultivable land holding, subject to certain exclusions.
2. The Government launched a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Formation and Promotion of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs).
3. The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) is a medium - long term debt financing facility for investment in viable projects for post-harvest management infrastructure and community farming assets through interest subvention and credit guarantee support.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

3. With reference to the ‘cell – free DNA (cfDNA)’, consider the following statements.

1. cfDNA refers to fragments of DNA that exist outside the body on the upper surface of skin.
2. cfDNA is released into the extracellular environment under different circumstances, including cell death or other cellular processes.
3. These cfDNA fragments does not contain genetic information and cannot offer insights into a person's health status, potential diseases, and genetic variations.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

4. With reference to the ‘Space Debris’, consider the following statements.

1. Space Debris includes defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, asteroids and fragments of debris from collisions or other events.
2. The overpopulation of space with objects and debris is referred to as Kessler Syndrome.
3. ‘Project NETRA’ is an early warning system in space to detect debris and other hazards to Indian satellites.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. Only one
2. Only two
3. Only three
4. Only four

5. With reference to the ‘Finger Minutiae Record – Finger Image Record (FMR-FIR) modality’, consider the following statements.

1. The FMR – FIR modality is an Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning technology used by the Election Commission to prevent unauthorised voting during elections.
2. This technology helps detect cloned fingerprints, ensuring that only real fingerprints are used for verification, thus enhancing security and preventing fraud.

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

6. With reference to ‘El – Nino Phenomenon’, consider the following statements.

1. It is a climate phenomenon that occurs irregularly in the Indian Ocean, characterized by the warming of sea surface temperatures.
2. It is often associated with higher temperatures in some parts of India.

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

7. With reference to the ‘Criteria for Maharatna Status’, consider the following statements.

1. The Company shall have Navratna status.
2. The Company should be listed on the Indian stock exchange with prescribed public shareholding.
3. Company’s average annual turnover should be more than 5,000 crores in last 3 years.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

8. With reference to the ‘Vivad se Vishwas 2.0 scheme’, consider the following statements.

1. This scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Law and Justice.
2. It has been launched with the aim of resolving contractual disputes involving the government and government undertakings.
3. The scheme offers a standardized voluntary (one-time settlement) approach with graded terms based on the level of dispute pendency.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

• Only one
• Only two
• All three
• None

9. With reference to the ‘Money Bill and Financial Bills’, consider the following statements.

1. Money Bill deals exclusively with matters listed in Article 110(1) of the Constitution.
2. Financial Bill I contain provisions involving expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India but does not cover the subjects outlined in Article 110(1).
3. Financial Bill II contain matters listed in Article 110(1) as well as some other general legislation.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

10. With reference to the ‘Aadi Perukku 2023’, consider the following statements.

1. It is a significant festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu to express gratitude for the monsoon season and the life-sustaining properties of water.
2. Falling on the 18th day of the Aadi month in the Tamil Calendar, this festival marks the onset of the monsoon season, which brings increased water levels to the rivers and benefits sowing and vegetation.

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

11. With reference to ‘Devika – recently seen in the news’, consider the following statements.

1. It is a joint military exercise between India and Srilanka.
2. Taking initiatives related to the Climate change and sustainable agriculture is also a part of this project.

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

12. With reference to the ‘75 Endemic Birds of India – Report’, consider the following statements.

1. This report has been released by the NITI Aayog.
2. According to the report, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands have the highest number of endemic bird species.
3. Three of these species have not been spotted in decades: the Manipur Bush Quail, the Himalayan Quail, and Jerdon’s Courser.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

13. With reference to the ‘Vivad se Vishwas 2.0 scheme’, consider the following statements.

1. This scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Law and Justice.
2. It has been launched with the aim of resolving contractual disputes involving the government and government undertakings.
3. The scheme offers a standardized voluntary (one-time settlement) approach with graded terms based on the level of dispute pendency.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

14. With reference to the ‘El – Nino’, consider the following statements.

1. El Nino is a climate phenomenon that occurs regularly in the tropical Pacific Ocean, characterized by the warming of sea surface temperatures.
2. It can have significant impacts on weather patterns around the world, including India.
3. El Nino conditions can create a conducive environment for certain pests and diseases that affect crops.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

15. With reference to the ‘Israeli Spike Non-Line of Sight (NLOS)’, consider the following statements.

1. It is an anti-tank guided missile, capable of hitting targets up to 30 km away.
2. It is lightweight, fire-and-forget tactical precision-guided missiles using electro-optical and fibre-optic technologies.

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

16. With reference to ‘IMS-1 Satellite Bus Technology’, consider the following statements.

1. It serves as a versatile vehicle for payloads, enabling tasks like Earth imaging, space science, and remote sensing.
2. Weighing around 100 kg and carrying up to 30 kg payload, it features solar arrays generating 330 watts of power and provides accurate pointing capabilities.

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

17. With reference to the ‘Vaquita porpoise’, consider the following statements.

1. It is the world’s largest cetacean.
2. It is mentioned in the IUCN Red List as Critically Endangered species.
3. They are native to Mexico’s Gulf of California.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

18. With reference to the ‘Trachoma’, consider the following statements.

1. It is a disease of the lungs caused by infection with the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.
2. It also leads to blindness which is irreversible.
3. To eliminate trachoma as a public health problem, WHO recommends the SAFE strategy.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

19. With reference to the ‘Neerakshi’, consider the following statements.

1. It is an innovative Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) designed for underwater mineral detection.
2. It has been developed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd and AEPL, an MSME entity.
3. It has an endurance of ten hours and a depth of up to 1300 meters.

How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

20. With reference to the ‘River Devika’, consider the following statements.

1. It originates near the Pangong Tso lake in Ladakh and flows down towards western Punjab (now in Pakistan) where it merges with the Ravi River.
2. The river holds religious significance as it is revered by Hindus as the sister of the river Ganga.

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