1. Which of the following statements are true about B. Saroja Devi?
1. She debuted in Mahakavi Kalidasa at the age of 16.
2. She acted in 161 films across four major Indian languages.
3. She starred in over 25 hit Tamil films with Sivaji Ganesan.
4. She received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 54th National Film Awards.
A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1, 2, and 4
C) Only 2 and 4
D) All of the above
2. Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Sigandur Bridge is the longest cable-stayed bridge in India.
2. It connects the towns of Ambaragodlu and Kalasavalli.
3. The bridge reduces travel time by up to two hours.
4. The bridge was inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Karnataka.
A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1, 2, and 4
C) Only 2 and 4
D) All of the above
3. Which of the following statements are true about the ADEETIE Scheme?
1. The scheme provides 7% interest subvention for all MSMEs.
2. Only large enterprises are eligible under ADEETIE.
3. ADEETIE supports Investment Grade Energy Audits and project monitoring.
4. The scheme promotes at least 10% energy savings through efficient technologies.
A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1 and 4
C) Only 2 and 4
D) Only 3 and 4
4. Which of the following statements are true?
1. 4VA is a pheromone responsible for triggering swarming in locusts.
2. 4-nitrophenol (4NP) is a safe and eco-friendly field solution to control locust swarms.
3. Serotonin release plays a role in swarm behavior triggered by 4VA.
4. RNAi-based insecticides are being considered as safer alternatives to control locusts.
A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1, 3, and 4
C) Only 2 and 4
D) All of the above
5. Which of the following statements are true regarding India-Singapore relations?
1. The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership was signed during PM Modi’s 2024 visit to Singapore.
2. Singapore produces around 10% of the world’s semiconductors.
3. CECA was signed in 2015 to boost bilateral defense cooperation.
4. India is the largest tourist source for Singapore.
A) Only 2
B) Only 1, 3, and 4
C) Only 2 and 4
D) All of the above
