1. With reference to the Prime Minister Professorship, consider the following statements:
1. It aims to decentralise research excellence beyond elite institutions.
2. It is limited to funding individual research projects.
3. It mandates full-time relocation to the host university.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
2. Which of the following best explains the significance of reclaiming unclaimed assets in India?
A. Reduces fiscal deficit directly
B. Enhances financial inclusion and citizen trust
C. Increases government non-tax revenue
D. Promotes monetisation of public sector banks
3. With reference to Jackson Gate, consider the following statements:
1. It was constructed during the Manikya dynasty to mark the visit of the Governor of Bengal.
2. Its architectural design drew inspiration from Hyderabad’s Charminar.
3. It functioned as the main entrance to the Tripura Legislative Assembly.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
4. With reference to International Anti-Corruption Day, consider the following statements:
1. It is observed annually on 9 December.
2. It is linked to the United Nations Convention against Corruption.
3. The 2025 theme focuses on institutional reforms alone.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
5. Consider the following statements about the UNCAC Conference of States Parties:
1. It serves as the supreme decision-making body of UNCAC.
2. The 11th session is scheduled to be held in Doha in December 2025.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
6. With reference to the proposed VB-G RAM G Bill, consider the following statements:
1. It increases guaranteed employment days beyond MGNREGA limits.
2. It retains a demand-driven legal entitlement to employment.
3. It allows States to seek additional funds based on rural demand.
Which of the statements are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2
C. 2 and 3
D. 1, 2 and 3
7. With reference to the revised Seismic Zonation Map 2025, consider the following statements:
1. A new Zone VI has been introduced as the highest seismic risk category.
2. The Himalayan belt is now uniformly classified under the highest-risk zone.
3. Zonation is still primarily based on historical earthquake events.
Which of the statements are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
8. India’s high seismic vulnerability is mainly due to:
A. Stable continental shield and old mountains
B. Collision of Indian and Eurasian plates and active Himalayan faults
C. Excessive urbanisation alone
D. Volcanic activity in peninsular India
9. With reference to INSV Kaundinya, consider the following statements:
1. It is constructed using metal fastenings to improve durability.
2. Its design draws inspiration from Ajanta Cave paintings.
3. It was inducted into the Indian Navy in 2025.
Which of the statements are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
10. With reference to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), consider the following statements:
1. India hosted the 20th ICH Intergovernmental Committee session in 2025.
2. The session was held at a UNESCO World Heritage Site in New Delhi.
Which of the statements are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
