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Question No. 1

Consider the following statements with reference to Maya Operating System (OS):
1.Maya OS is a proprietary operating system used primarily for large-scale computing, originally developed by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC).
2.It has a similar interface and functionality as Windows.
3.Its Chakravyuh feature is an end-point anti-malware and antivirus software that creates a virtual layer between the user and the internet, blocking hackers from accessing sensitive data..
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 2

With reference to Assam Rifles, consider the following statements:
1.It is primarily responsible for guarding India’s land borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh.
2.It is India’s oldest paramilitary force.
3.The administrative control of the force is with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) but its operational control is with the Indian Army, which is under the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
4.It was involved in the Sino-Indian war of 1962..
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1, 2 and 3 only

B2 and 4 only

C1, 3 and 4 only

D2, 3 and 4 only

Question No. 3

Consider the following statements::
1.Green hydrogen is produced by burning hydrogen gas with coal, releasing carbon dioxide as a byproduct.
2.National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make India a Global Hub for production, usage and export of Green Hydrogen and its derivatives.
Select the correct statement using the codes given below:

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 4

With reference to the Coastal Aquaculture Authority (Amendment) Bill 2023, consider the following statements::
1.The Bill prohibits regulation of activities such as nucleus breeding centres and hatcheries.
2.The Bill allows some allied activities in protected areas.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 5

Consider the following statements:
1.Ubuntu is a popular Linux operating system known for its strong security.
2.Ubuntu is also distributed as free and open-source software, which means that anyone can inspect, modify, and improve its code.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 6

Consider the following statements:
1.Rashba splitting, also known as the Rashba effect, is a phenomenon where the spin-splitting of electronic energy levels occurs in a material due to the spin-orbit interaction.
2.Spintronics combines concepts from physics, materials science, and electrical engineering.
3.Spintronics involves harnessing the energy produced by the rotational motion of spinning objects, such as wind turbines, to generate electricity.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 7

Bandipur Tiger Reserve is located in –

AAssam

BKarnataka

CRajasthan

DMadhya Pradesh

Question No. 8

Consider the following statements:
1.Indian Web Browser Development Challenge (IWBDC) is an open challenge competition that seeks to inspire and empower technology enthusiasts, innovators, and developers from all corners of the country to create an indigenous web browser.
2.SSL Certificates are primarily used to track users’ online activities and share their personal information with third-party advertisers without their consent.
3.India does not have a root certifying authority trusted by major browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Microsoft Edge..
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 9

With reference to Vaquita porpoise, consider the following statements:
1.The Vaquita porpoise is a strong predator noted for its aggressive behaviour and dominant position in marine ecosystems.
2.The vaquita is unique among the porpoises as it is the only species of that family found in warm waters.
3.They have been categorized as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 only

C2 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 10

Consider the following statements:
1.Cluster Munitions are non-precision weapons that are designed to injure or kill human beings indiscriminately over a large area and to destroy vehicles and infrastructure such as runways, railway or power transmission lines.
2.Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM) is an international treaty prohibits the use, transfer, production, and stockpiling of cluster bombs.
3.Israel and India are signatories to CCM..
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

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