Q 1. Consider the following statements

Statement-I: Critical minerals are a group of minerals that are essential for various industrial sectors and have strategic importance for a country’s economy and security.

Statement-II: These minerals are characterized by their high availability, high economic value, and criticality in the production of advanced technologies and defence systems.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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

Q 2. Consider the following minerals:

1. Molybdenum
2. Tungsten
3. Cadmium
4. Copper

How many of the mineral given above is/are categorised as critical minerals?

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

Q 3. Consider the following statements

Statement-I: The Open Market Sale Scheme (OMSS) is a state government initiative to sell surplus wheat and rice from the pool in the open market.

Statement-II: OMSS is primarily aimed at regulating domestic supply, improving availability, and controlling food grain inflation.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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

Q 4. With reference to the Panchayat Development Index Report, consider the following statements:

1. Panchayat Development Index is released by Ministry of Rural Development.
2. It aims to boost Capacity building and training of PRIs to play pivotal role in attaining SDGs in rural areas.

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

Q 5. Consider the following statements

Statement-I: Aspartame is high calorie artificial sweetener, which is approximately 200 times sweeter than sucrose.

Statement-II: It is made up of two amino acids namely aspartic acid and phenylalanine.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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

Q 6. Consider the following statements

Statement-I: Short-lived halogens from the ocean increase warming by depleting ozone.

Statement-II: Halogens increase methane’s lifetime in the atmosphere by destroying hydroxyl radicals (OH).

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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

Q 7. With reference to the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, consider the following statements:

1. The CDRI was launched by India during the United Nations Climate Action Summit in 2019 at New York.
2. It aims to promote the resilience of infrastructure systems to climate and disaster risks, thereby ensuring sustainable development.

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

Q 8. Consider the following statements

Statement-I: Sickle cell Anaemia is a genetic disorder that affects the shape and function of red blood cells (RBCs).

Statement-II: Sickle cell anaemia is a genetic disorder and only found in the tribal population.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

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

 Q 9. Consider the following statements about Lord Lansdowne:

1. The Indian Factory Act, of 1891 was passed when Lord Lansdowne was the Viceroy of India.
2. Lord Lansdowne introduced the Indian Councils Act of 1892, which established additional members in the central and provincial legislative councils.
3. He abolished the statutory civil cervices on the recommendation of Aitchison commission.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

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

Q 10. Consider the following statements:

1. The Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) scheme entails grants to Indian entities to encourage and induct indigenous technologies tailor-made to meet domestic needs.
2. TTDF is envisaged to bridge the digital divide by developing and manufacturing state-of-the-art 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

Q 11. The 'India Meteorological Department (IMD)' is mandated:

1. To provide current and forecast meteorological information
2. To warn against severe weather phenomena.
3. To provide meteorological statistics.
4. To conduct and promote research in meteorology.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1. 1,2 and 3 only
2. 3 and 4 only
3. 1,2 and 4 only
4. 1,2,3 and 4

Q 12. Who among the following was the leader of the Rampa Rebellion of 1922?

1. Birsa Munda
2. Alluri Sitarama Raju
3. Balram Bhagat
4. Ratna Nayak

Q 13. Which of the following countries share the land border with Burkina Faso?

1. Togo
2. Ghana
3. Benin
4. Niger
5. Nigeria

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1. 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
2. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
3. 2, 4 and 5 only
4. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Q 14. Consider the following countries:

1. Azerbaijan
2. Armenia
3. China
4. India
5. Iran
6. Kyrgyzstan

Which of the above are among the members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)?

1. 1, 2, 4 and 5
2. 3, 4, 5 and 6
3. 1, 3, 4 and 5
4. 2, 3, 4 and 6

Q 15. The Vladivostok – Chennai route passes through the:

1.  Sea of Japan
2. South China Sea
3. Malacca Strait.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1. 1 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Q 16. Which of the following is/are correct about Western Disturbance?

1. These low-pressure systems originate over the Mediterranean Sea and western Asia and move into India, along with the westerly flow. 
2. These are the cause of the most winter and pre-monsoon season rainfall across North-West India.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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

Q 17. Consider the following pairs:

    Places in the news       :           Country

1. Beira : Qatar
2. Samarkand : Uzbekistan
3. Dodoma : Iran
4. Panjsheer : Afghanistan

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 4 only
3. 2 and 4 only
4. 2, 3 and 4 only

Q 18. Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in which of the following articles of the constitution?

1. Article 25
2. Article 40
3. Article 44
4. Article 26

Q 19. The National Maritime Heritage Complex is being developed as a first of its kind in the country dedicated to the legacy of Maritime Heritage of India will be constructed at which of the following places?

1. Rakhigarhi
2. Lothal
3. Ladakh
4. Dholavira

Q 20. Consider the following statements with reference to the governor and his powers in India:

1. The governor can summon, prorogue and dissolve the Legislative house without the advice of the council of ministers.
2. There is no limit set for how long a Governor can withhold assent to a Bill.
3. The recommendation for implementing President's Rule in the state is a constitutional discretion given to the governor.
4. The reservation of a bill for the President's consideration by the Governor can be done only on aid and advice of the council of ministers.

Which of the above-given statements is/are correct?

1. 1 and 4 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 1 and 2 only
4. 1 and 3 only