1. With reference to Census 2027, consider the following statements:
1. It will be India’s first fully digital census.
2. It will enumerate all castes for the first time since Independence.
3. It was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

2. Global best practices in air pollution control highlight:
1. Political leadership and long-term planning
2. Airshed-based and health-driven standards
3. Exclusive reliance on short-term emergency measures
Which are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

3. Which of the following are expected benefits of Ramsar designation?
1. Enhanced habitat protection
2. Promotion of eco-tourism
3. Expansion of large-scale commercial construction
Select the correct answer:

A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

4. With reference to Pax Silica, consider the following statements:
1. It is a US-led initiative to secure the silicon and technology supply chain.
2. India is a founding member of Pax Silica.
3. It focuses on trusted ecosystems including semiconductors, AI and data infrastructure.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1 and 3 only

5. Critical minerals are strategically important because they are essential for:
1. Clean energy technologies
2. Semiconductors and advanced manufacturing
3. Defence and strategic industries
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 2 and 3 only

1. Consider the following statements regarding the constitutionality of narco-analysis:
1. Narco-analysis without consent violates Article 20(3) of the Constitution.
2. Forced narco tests are permissible if ordered by a High Court for investigation.
3. The Supreme Court has held that involuntary narco tests violate bodily integrity under Article 21.
Which of the above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

2. Consider the following statements about recent rupee depreciation:
1. Rupee weakness is mainly due to a widening current account deficit.
2. A fall in foreign capital inflows can cause rupee depreciation even if GDP growth is strong.
3. In 2024-25, net capital inflows were insufficient to finance the CAD.
Which are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

3. Consider the following statements regarding early Martian climate:
1. Geological evidence suggests that Mars once had flowing rivers and active hydrological cycles.
2. The warm and wet phase on Mars existed primarily during the period 4.1–3.7 billion years ago.
3. The recent IIT Bombay study concludes that early Mars was always colder than early Earth.
Which of the above statements is/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:
1. PM2.5 pollution in India is now limited mainly to northern states during winter.
2. More than 75% of Indians breathe air worse than national standards.
3. Low-income groups face a disproportionate pollution burden due to proximity to industrial clusters and landfills.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 2 and 3 only

1. With reference to citizen rights under the Kutumba Bill 2025, consider the following:
1. Citizens have the right to know whether their data is being processed.
2. Citizens can demand a full copy of all raw data stored in the Kutumba registry.
3. Citizens have the right to know the purpose of processing and the agencies with which their data is shared.
Which of the above statements are correct?

A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

2. Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court’s interpretation of Section 11 of the POSH Act:
1. Section 11 requires that the ICC conducting the inquiry must always belong to the respondent’s workplace.
2. The Supreme Court held that a restrictive interpretation of Section 11 would defeat the welfare-oriented purpose of the POSH Act.
3. The judgment allows an ICC from one department to inquire into a complaint involving an employee from a different department.
Which of the above statements are correct?

A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

3. Consider the following statements regarding income and wealth inequality in India as per the World Inequality Report 2026:
1. The top 10% capture more than half of India’s national income.
2. The bottom 50% hold more national wealth than the top 1%.
3. Wealth inequality is sharper than income inequality.
Which of the above statements are correct?

A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 3 only

4. Consider the following statements about the Current Account in India’s Balance of Payments:
1. Remittances are recorded under the current account.
2. Investment income from abroad forms part of the current account.
3. Foreign portfolio investment inflows are included in the current account.
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

5. With reference to the Sarahan Pheasantry’s captive breeding achievements, consider the following:
1. The world’s first successful captive breeding of the western tragopan occurred at Sarahan.
2. Survival of captive chicks improved by replicating natural vegetation and adjusting diets seasonally.
3. The captive population retains more than 85% of the genetic diversity of the eight wild founders.
Which statements are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

6. Consider the following statements regarding UNESCO’s Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity:
1. It is established under the 1972 World Heritage Convention.
2. It aims to promote respect for cultural diversity and safeguard living heritage.
3. Inscription requires strong community participation and intergenerational continuity.
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

7. Consider the following statements regarding the National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA) 2026:
1. The NDAA sets annual defence priorities for the US, including policies for the Indo-Pacific region.
2. The NDAA 2026 explicitly calls for weakening India’s defence partnerships to avoid overdependence.
3. The Act reflects growing strategic convergence between India and the US amid China’s rise.
Which of the above statements are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

8. According to recent data, Which of the following States showed a negative tax–devolution gap (tax share > devolution share)?
1. Tamil Nadu
2. Telangana
3. Rajasthan
4. Goa
Choose the correct answer:

A. 1, 2 and 4 only
B. 1, 3 and 4 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

9. Consider the following statements regarding the recent US policy changes for H-1B visas:
1. The US has expanded mandatory social-media vetting to all H-1B applicants and their dependents.
2. Social-media scrutiny was previously applied to categories such as F, M, and J visas.
3. The policy change reduces the documentation burden on H-1B applicants.
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

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

1. Consider the following statements about India’s silk sector trends:
1. India’s raw silk production has recorded an increase in 2024–25.
2. India is self-sufficient in raw silk and does not import any silk.
3. Mulberry cultivation is spreading from southern districts to newer regions like Belagavi and Haveri.
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. Consider the following statements about the institutional design of DHRUVA of Department of Posts:
1. A Section-8 not-for-profit entity may be created to run the system, similar to NPCI.
2. Address Information Agents (AIAs) handle consent-management architecture.
3. The system excludes private-sector participation to protect user privacy
Which statements are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

3. Consider the following statements:
1. De-globalisation trends weaken trade and technology flows, straining multilateral frameworks.
2. Developing countries, including India, have sought reforms in global governance structures.
3. Multilateralism is incompatible with inclusive international institutions.
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 about Cyclone Ditwah:
1. It caused severe flooding and landslides in Sri Lanka, leading to large-scale displacement.
2. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued warnings for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh.
3. It made landfall in India before affecting Sri Lanka.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

1. Consider the following statements about digital health under SNSPA:
1. eSanjeevani has delivered over 10 crore teleconsultations, mostly to women.
2. Digital tools help overcome mobility and distance barriers for rural women.
3. Aadhaar-based authentication has uniformly improved access for pregnant women.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

2. Consider the following statements about the District Export Promotion Committee (DEPC):
1. It brings together district administration, exporters, logistics agencies, and port authorities.
2. It helps resolve export bottlenecks and aligns district needs with ongoing infrastructure projects.
3. It functions only in coastal districts with export ports.
How many of the above statements are correct?

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None

3. Coral reef protection in India is supported by which of the following laws?
1. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
2. Biological Diversity Act, 2002
3. Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

4. Which of the following are classified as digital frauds in India?
1. SIM swapping
2. Ransomware attacks
3. Identity theft
4. GPS spoofing
5. Online financial frauds
Select the correct answer using the code below:

A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 2, 4 and 5 only
C. 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
D. 1, 3 and 4 only

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Startup and Technology Museum in Bengaluru:
1. It will be India’s first museum dedicated to startups and technology.
2. It is being developed entirely by the central government.
3. The museum will be located at the NGEF campus in Baiyappanahalli.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

2. With reference to the Sanchar Saathi application, consider the following statements:
1. It allows users to verify a mobile device’s IMEI number.
2. It enables users to block or trace stolen phones.
3. It can identify all mobile numbers registered under a user’s name.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 only

3. Consider the following statements regarding GPS Spoofing:
1. GPS spoofing feeds false signals to an aircraft, while GPS jamming blocks genuine signals.
2. Spoofing can mislead an aircraft’s position, altitude and flight path.
3. Spoofing cannot affect aircraft during landing approach.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 only

4. Consider the following statements regarding the future trajectory of Cyclone Ditwah:
1. The IMD issued Red and Orange alerts for several districts in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh.
2. The cyclone was predicted to make landfall on the Indian coast on November 30.
3. No preparedness measures were recommended by Indian authorities.
Which of the above is/are correct?

A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 only

5. Consider the following statements regarding Kashi Tamil Sangamam:
1. The initiative began in 2020 as part of the National Education Policy implementation.
2. The 2024 edition focuses on promoting Tamil learning under the theme “Tamil Karkalam.”
3. It commemorates civilizational ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 3 only

1. Consider the following statements regarding the recently discovered menhirs in Karnataka:
1. The menhirs at Hilkod and Mavinakere belong to the final phase of the Megalithic culture.
2. Pottery found at the Hilkod site had thick fabric, characteristic of early Megalithic culture.
3. The Hilkod menhir is taller than the Mavinakere menhir.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 3 only

2. Consider the following statements about the Chief Justice of India (CJI):
1. The CJI is appointed by the President under Article 124(2).
2. The Constitution mandates that the senior-most Supreme Court judge must be appointed as CJI.
3. The CJI can be removed by the President after a special majority in both Houses of Parliament.
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

3. With reference to India’s efforts against sickle cell disease, consider the following statements:
1. India reports more than 30,000 new cases of sickle cell disease annually.
2. The disease burden is highest among tribal communities.
3. The government aims to eliminate sickle cell disease by 2047.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Consider the following statements about Sentinel-6B:
1. It is jointly developed by NASA, NOAA, and the European Space Agency.
2. It is designed to monitor global sea-level rise with an accuracy of nearly one inch.
3. It completes one Earth revolution in approximately 24 hours.
Which of the above statements is/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 regarding INS Mahe:
1. INS Mahe is India’s first fully indigenous deep-sea anti-submarine destroyer.
2. It replaces the ageing Abhay-class vessels.
3. It is designed primarily for shallow-water and near-coastal ASW operations.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court’s recent judgment on Bill assent:
1. The Court held that fixed timelines can be prescribed for Governors to grant assent.
2. The doctrine of “deemed assent” has constitutional backing.
3. Limited judicial review is allowed in cases of prolonged and unexplained delays.
Which of the above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 3 only

2. Consider the following statements regarding the new Labour Codes:
1. They provide statutory recognition to gig and platform workers for the first time.
2. They introduce a national floor wage applicable across sectors.
3. Fixed-term employees are entitled to benefits equivalent to permanent employees.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

3. Consider the following statements about the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF):
1. It follows a payment-for-performance model for forest conservation.
2. It aims to mobilise USD 125 billion.
3. India committed the first USD 1 billion.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Consider the following statements regarding global urbanisation:
1. Cities currently house more than half of the global population.
2. By 2050, two-thirds of global population growth will occur in cities.
3. The UNDESA report was released in connection with COP30.
Which of the above statements is/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 regarding the Tata Transformation Prize:
1. It is jointly awarded by Tata Sons and the New York Academy of Sciences.
2. The prize recognises transformative innovations in three categories: food security, sustainability, and healthcare.
3. Each winner receives ₹5 crore to scale their innovation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

1. With reference to Bhandaran 360, consider the following statements:
1. It is a cloud-based ERP platform of the Central Warehousing Corporation.
2. It integrates modules such as HR, finance, marketing, and warehouse management.
3. It is limited to internal CWC operations and not linked with external systems.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

2. Consider the following statements regarding dugongs in India:
1. They are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
2. They receive the highest legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
3. Their only remaining habitat in India is the Gulf of Mannar.
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

3. Consider the following statements regarding India’s LPG imports:
1. India imports over 60% of its LPG requirements.
2. The newly signed US deal constitutes about 10% of India’s annual LPG imports.
3. India’s LPG imports come predominantly from African nations.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

1. Consider the following statements about UNESCO’s 2024 Neurotechnology Framework:

1. It is the first global ethical framework regulating neurotechnology.
2. It emphasises mental privacy and freedom of thought.
3. It legally binds all UN member countries.
Which of the above are correct?

(a) 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

2. Consider the following statements about India’s peacekeeping history:
1. India deployed its first UN medical contingent in Korea in 1953.
2. The world’s first all-female Formed Police Unit was sent by India to Liberia in 2007.
3. India has never deployed women personnel to the Abyei region of Sudan.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

3. Consider the following statements about the Indian Hockey Federation (IHF):
1. It was founded in 1925 and served as India’s first governing body for hockey.
2. It was replaced by Hockey India in 2009.
3. It was originally established in Amsterdam during the 1928 Olympics.
Which of the above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Digital Nagarik programme:
1. It aims to provide digital-safety education to students of Classes 6–10 in Karnataka.
2. The programme is implemented solely by the Karnataka state government.
3. It includes training of teachers through the DISHA portal.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

2. Consider the following statements regarding the Export Promotion Mission (EPM):
1. It is a six-year programme aimed at sustaining export orders during global tariff escalations.
2. It subsumes schemes such as the Interest Equalisation Scheme and the Market Access Initiative.
3. It focuses exclusively on financial assistance to exporters.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

3. Consider the following statements regarding Sahakar Digi Pay:
1. It enables digital payment services even for the smallest Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs).
2. It was launched at the Co-Op Kumbh 2025 organised by NAFCUB.
3. Its primary aim is to promote inclusive digital banking within cooperative institutions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Consider the following statements regarding the Ambaji white marble:
1. Its GI tag application was filed by an association located in Banaskantha district of Gujarat.
2. Ambaji marble is known for high calcium content, contributing to its durability.
3. It has been used only in Indian temple architecture and not internationally.
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

5. Consider the following statements regarding the Belem Action Plan:
1. It aims to integrate health considerations into climate-adaptation policies.
2. It was launched at COP30 held in Brazil.
3. It is based on the 2025 Lancet Countdown Report on Health and Climate Change.
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

1. Consider the following statements about Saalumarada Thimmakka:
1. She planted 385 banyan trees along the Kudur–Hulikal stretch of State Highway 94.
2. She received the Padma Shri award in 2023.
3. She was featured in BBC’s list of 100 most influential women.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

2. Consider the following statements regarding the DPDP Rules 2025:
1. The Data Protection Board (DPB) is empowered to adjudicate data breaches.
2. Consent Managers must be registered under the phased implementation plan.
3. Data fiduciaries must notify users of data erasure at least 48 hours in advance.
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

3. With reference to the Seeds Bill, 2025, consider the following statements:
1. The Bill introduces a three-tier classification of offences.
2. Major offences include selling unregistered seed varieties.
3. Only monetary penalties are provided; imprisonment is not included.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Consider the following statements regarding the GM Metarhizium Fungus:
1. It attracts mosquitoes by emitting longifolene continuously.
2. Longifolene is naturally produced by the fungus only after it kills the insect.
3. The GM fungus uses a gene sourced from a pine tree.
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

5. Consider the following statements regarding the Infosys Prize 2025:
1. The prize is awarded in eight scientific and humanities domains.
2. Each laureate receives a gold medal, citation, and USD 1 lakh.
3. The 2025 theme referenced Schrödinger’s Cat and the International Year of Quantum.
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

1. Consider the following statements regarding Karnataka’s menstrual leave policy:
1. The policy provides one paid leave per month for women employees aged 18–52.
2. The leave can be accumulated and carried forward up to six months.
3. Government employees and ASHAs are fully covered under the policy.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

2. Consider the following statements regarding Digital Gold:
1. Digital gold is regulated by SEBI under commodity derivative rules.
2. It allows investors to convert their holdings into physical gold.
3. Blockchain technology is sometimes used to ensure transparency and fractional ownership.
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

3. With reference to India’s climate impacts as per CRI 2026, consider the following statements:
1. India accounted for nearly 9.6% of global deaths from extreme weather events during 1995–2024.
2. India experienced more than 400 climate-related extreme weather events in the same period.
3. India recorded economic losses exceeding USD 170 billion.
Which statements are correct?

(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Consider the following statements regarding India’s TB burden:
1. India accounts for about one-fourth of all global TB cases.
2. India has the highest number of drug-resistant TB cases in the world.
3. India has already met its target of reducing TB incidence to 77 per lakh by 2025.
Which of the above statements is/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 regarding India–Bhutan relations:
1. The 2007 India–Bhutan Friendship Treaty replaced India’s role in guiding Bhutan’s external affairs with sovereign equality.
2. The Bhutanese Ngultrum has been officially pegged to the Indian Rupee since 1974.
3. Bhutan joined SAARC in 2008, the same year it became a constitutional democracy.
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

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Central Pay Commission (CPC):
1. It is constituted by Parliament through a statutory act.
2. The first CPC was established in 1946 under the chairmanship of Srinivasa Varadachariar.
3. The 8th CPC has been given 18 months to submit its report.
Which of the above 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. Consider the following statements regarding Project Suncatcher:
1. It aims to establish AI-powered, solar-driven data centres orbiting Earth.
2. The project is a collaboration between Google and SpaceX.
3. It uses free-space optical communication for high-speed data transfer.
Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

3. Consider the following statements regarding the Malabar Naval Exercise 2025:
1. It is a bilateral naval exercise between India and the United States initiated in 1992.
2. Japan and Australia later joined, making it a QUAD-level exercise.
3. The 2025 edition is hosted by Japan in the Indian Ocean region.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

4. Who presided over the Constituent Assembly session that declared Vande Mataram as the National Song of India?

(a) Jawaharlal Nehru
(b) Rajendra Prasad
(c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
(d) C. Rajagopalachari

1. Who headed the panel responsible for drafting the India AI Governance Guidelines (2025)?

(a) Ajay K. Sood
(b) S. Krishnan
(c) Abhishek Singh
(d) Prof. Balaraman Ravindran

2. Which of the following correctly describes the Enforcement Directorate (ED)?

(a) Established in 1956 under the Department of Economic Affairs
(b) Functions directly under the Reserve Bank of India
(c) Operates under the Department of Revenue, enforcing FEMA, PMLA, and FEOA
(d) Created after India joined FATF in 2010

3. With reference to the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF), consider the following statements:
1. It was launched by Brazil in 2025 to reward tropical nations for forest protection and restoration.
2. India joined the facility as a founding member.
3. The initiative aims to mobilize USD 125 billion through public and private investment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

1. Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court’s 2025 ruling on attorney–client privilege:
1. The judgment was based on the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023, which replaced the Indian Evidence Act, 1872.
2. Section 132 of BSA allows disclosure of client communications even without consent.
3. The ruling linked attorney–client privilege with Articles 19(1)(g), 20(3), and 21 of the Constitution.
4. In-house counsels are fully covered under Section 132.
Which of the statements are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1 and 3 only

2. Consider the following statements regarding the PLI 1.2 scheme for specialty steel:
1. It is the third round of the PLI scheme launched by the Union government.
2. The total financial outlay is ₹6,322 crore.
3. It aims to reduce India’s dependence on steel exports.
Which of the statements are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1 and 3 only

3. Which of the following cities are part of the Cool Cities Accelerator?
1. Paris
2. Nairobi
3. Phoenix
4. Singapore
Select the correct answer using the code below:

(a) 1 and 4 only
(b) 1, 2, and 3 only
(c) 1, 2, 3, and 4
(d) 2 and 4 only

4. Which commands of the Indian Armed Forces are participating in Exercise Trishul 2025?
1. Southern Command (Army)
2. Western Naval Command
3. South Western Air Command
4. Eastern Command

(a) 1 and 4 only
(b) 1, 2, and 3 only
(c) 1, 2, 3, and 4
(d) 2 and 4 only

1. Which of the following was not among the Guinness World Records achieved under SNSPA?

(a) Most people to register for a healthcare platform in one month
(b) Most people to sign up for breast cancer screening online in one week
(c) Most people to participate in yoga simultaneously
(d) Most people to sign up for vital signs screening online in one week

2. Consider the following statements regarding Kerala’s Extreme Poverty Eradication Project (EPEP):
1. It was launched in 2021 to eradicate extreme poverty using a multidimensional approach.
2. Kudumbashree and Local Self-Government Institutions (LSGIs) played key roles in implementation.
3. Kerala adopted the World Bank’s income-only definition of poverty for assessment.
Which of the above 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. Consider the following statements about ISRO’s CMS-03 mission:
1. CMS-03 is India’s heaviest communication satellite, launched using LVM3-M5.
2. It was injected into Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
3. The mission featured mid-flight reignition of a cryogenic engine for the first time.
Which of the statements given above is/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 about the HortiRoad2India initiative:
1. It is a collaboration between India and the Netherlands to promote AI-driven precision horticulture.
2. The initiative focuses exclusively on open-field farming to enhance traditional productivity.
3. It aims to achieve pesticide-free cultivation and water-efficient greenhouse systems.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3