1. With reference to Bihar’s domicile-based job reservation for women, consider the following statements:
1. The 35% reservation for women in Bihar government jobs was first introduced in 2023 ahead of the State Assembly elections.
2. The current policy restricts this reservation only to women domiciled in Bihar.
3. Women from other States applying to Bihar government jobs will now fall under the Scheduled category if eligible.
4. The policy may face legal scrutiny under Article 16 of the Indian Constitution.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 2, 3 and 4 only
2. Regarding the Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023 (128th Constitutional Amendment), consider the following statements:
1. It seeks to provide 33% reservation to women in both Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.
2. The Bill mandates horizontal reservation for OBC women within their existing quota.
3. The reservation will come into force immediately after Presidential assent.
4. The reservation is time-bound and subject to review after 15 years.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 4 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only
3. With reference to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements:
1. It was established under Article 148 of the Indian Constitution.
2. Since 1967, its chairperson has conventionally been from the ruling party.
3. The PAC can summon any person for examination.
4. Its recommendations are non-binding on the government and are adopted through majority vote.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 2, 3 and 4 only
4. Consider the following statements regarding Ekalavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS):
1. EMRS are fully residential co-educational schools for tribal children from Class VI to XII.
2. They are funded through Article 275(1) grants of the Constitution.
3. Each EMRS school must admit only 100 students per academic year to ensure quality education.
4. The EMRS initiative is implemented by the Ministry of Education.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
5. With reference to the India-Brazil partnership, consider the following statements:
1. The India-Brazil partnership emphasizes shared democratic values and the resolution of global issues through diplomacy and dialogue.
2. Both nations have signed agreements in areas such as renewable energy, defense industries, and agriculture to foster bilateral cooperation.
3. India and Brazil are both members of the G20 and BRICS, contributing to global economic governance.
4. The India-Brazil strategic partnership is crucial for promoting global stability, particularly the interests of the Global North.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2, and 3 only
(b) 2, 3, and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
6. The FATF report on terrorist financing highlights the use of online platforms by terrorists. Consider the following statements:
1. Terrorists have increasingly exploited online payment services to fund operations across borders, often using third-party transactions.
2. E-commerce platforms have been identified as a tool for acquiring materials for terrorist activities, such as explosives.
3. The FATF report emphasizes the role of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) in enabling terrorists to hide their activities.
4. The FATF was established under the United Nations to combat terrorist financing and money laundering.
Which of the above statements 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
7. With reference to the UNFCCC reform discussions, consider the following statements:
1. The UNFCCC aims to stabilize GHG emissions and address the global challenge of climate change.
2. The current COPs (Conference of the Parties) under the UNFCCC have been effective in combating climate change but face challenges due to inadequate financing and slow implementation of decisions.
3. The Bonn meeting proposed comprehensive reforms including streamlining agendas and limiting statement lengths to improve the efficiency of negotiations.
4. Brazil’s role as the host of COP30 is seen as a pivotal moment for strengthening trust in the UNFCCC process.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2, and 3 only
(b) 1, 3, and 4 only
(c) 2, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
8. Consider the following with reference to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA):
1. NASA was established in response to the launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union.
2. Artemis is NASA’s mission to return humans to the Moon, including the first woman and person of color.
3. NASA operates under the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS).
How many of the above is/are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
9. Regarding the funding and governance of the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF), consider the following statements:
1. The NDRF is financed in part through a cess known as the National Calamity Contingent Duty (NCCD).
2. Decisions on the utilization of the NDRF are taken by the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the NDMA.
3. Its accounts are audited by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India.
4. The fund can be used without any damage assessment memorandum from the states.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2, and 3 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
10. Consider the following matches
1. Nicobar megapode – Vulnerable
2. Leatherback sea turtle – Critically Endangered
3. Nicobar long-tailed macaque – Vulnerable
4. Nicobar treeshrew – Endangered
How many of the above is/are correctly matched?
(a) One only
(b) Two only
(c) Three only
(d) All four
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