1. Consider the following statements regarding recent monetary policy actions:
1. The RBI reduced repo rate by 25 bps, bringing it to 5.25%.
2. The cumulative rate cuts since February amount to 125 bps.
3. The policy stance was shifted from neutral to accommodative.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
2. Rock Eagle Owl can be identified by which of the following traits?
1. Large horn-like tufts
2. White throat patch with black stripes
3. Bright red feathers on wings
Which statements are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
3. Consider the following statements regarding the newly launched Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Sustainability & Climate Change:
1. It was developed by C-CAMP in partnership with Ashraya Hasta Trust.
2. The first-year target is to develop at least 10 innovation-based solutions.
3. Its focus is predominantly on fossil-fuel based technologies.
Which statements are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
4. Consider the following statements regarding NATGRID:
1. It became operational in 2023.
2. It was conceptualised after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.
3. It functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
