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1. What is the main purpose of the HADR Exercise held in Maldives? a) To test nuclear readiness b) To promote maritime trade c) To enhance regional disaster response d) To conduct underwater archaeology...
1. What is the current IUCN status of the Iberian lynx as of 2024? a) Endangered b) Vulnerable c) Near Threatened d) Critically Endangered 2. Which species was reclassified from extinct to critically endangered...
1. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) is implemented under which Ministry? a) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs b) Ministry of Rural Development c) Ministry of Finance d) Ministry of Home Affairs 2. Ayushman...
1. What triggers turbidity currents in submarine canyons? a) Coral reef bleaching b) Monsoons c) Earthquakes and landslides d) Volcanic eruptions 2. What is the function of turbidity currents in deep-sea environments? a) Prevent...
Major Indian Military Exercises (2024–2025) 🪖 Army Exercises Exercise Name Partner Country Focus Area Location & Dates Dharma Guardian Japan Counter-terrorism, urban warfare East Fuji, Japan – Feb 24, 2025 Shakti France Counter-insurgency, jungle...
1. What is the key emissions threshold under India’s Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI)? a) 1 kg CO₂e/kg b) 1.5 kg CO₂e/kg c) 2 kg CO₂e/kg d) 2.5 kg CO₂e/kg 2. GHCI was launched...
1. Long-snouted Vine Snake Question: With reference to the Long-snouted Vine Snake (Ahaetulla longirostris), consider the following statements: It is endemic to the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve in Uttar Pradesh. It is mildly venomous...
1. Naini Lake Question: Consider the following statements about Naini Lake: Naini Lake is a natural freshwater lake of glacial origin. It is one of the four lakes in Kumaon hills, with Balia...
1. India AI Mission Question: Consider the following statements regarding the India AI Mission: It is being implemented by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The mission aims to establish the IndiaAI Innovation...
91. Consider the following statements regarding the PM Gati Shakti initiative: It is a national master plan for multi-modal connectivity. It integrates various transport and logistics sectors. It focuses exclusively on road and railway...
81. With reference to the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), consider the following statements: It is a statutory body established in 1964. It supervises corruption cases involving central government employees. It has the power to...
71. With reference to the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB), consider the following statements: It provides banking services through India Post offices. It offers fixed deposits and loan facilities. It is governed by the...
61. With reference to the Mission Shakti initiative, consider the following statements: It aims to strengthen women’s safety and empowerment. It is implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. It focuses only...
51. With reference to the NITI Aayog, consider the following statements: It replaced the Planning Commission in 2015. It is responsible for formulating Five-Year Plans. It promotes cooperative federalism in policy-making. Which of the...
41. With reference to the Namami Gange Programme, consider the following statements: It is a flagship initiative to clean the Ganga River. It includes both pollution control and river rejuvenation measures. It is funded...
31. Consider the following statements regarding the Mandal Commission (1980): It was established to examine the issue of reservation for backward classes. It recommended 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in government jobs...
21. With reference to the Round Table Conferences (1930-1932), consider the following statements: The first conference was attended by the INC and all major Indian leaders. The second conference saw Mahatma Gandhi as the...
11. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian National Congress (INC): It was founded in 1885 by Allan Octavian Hume. The first session was held in Bombay and presided over by W.C. Bonnerjee. The...
1. Consider the following statements regarding the Regulating Act of 1773: It was the first attempt by the British government to regulate the affairs of the East India Company. It established a Supreme Court...
91. With reference to the Namami Gange Programme, consider the following statements: It is a flagship initiative to clean the Ganga River. It includes both pollution control and river rejuvenation measures. It is funded...
81. With reference to the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act (1992), consider the following statements: It established urban local bodies (municipalities) as constitutional entities. It introduced the three-tier structure for urban governance. It mandates that...
71. Consider the following statements regarding the Kargil War (1999): It was fought between India and Pakistan in the Kargil sector of Jammu and Kashmir. The war ended with the signing of the Simla...
61. With reference to the Constituent Assembly of India, consider the following statements: It was formed under the Cabinet Mission Plan. It included representatives from princely states. B.R. Ambedkar was the first President of...
51. Consider the following statements regarding the Government of India Act, 1935: It introduced provincial autonomy in India. It abolished dyarchy in the provinces. It granted complete independence to India. Which of the statements...
41. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Independence Act (1947): It granted independence to India and Pakistan on 15 August 1947. It abolished the office of the Viceroy. The princely states were given...
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