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Question No. 1

The UK government is planning to add India into the “Safe States List”. Which of the following may be the implications of the decision for India?
1.Indian citizens who enter the UK legally will have a higher chance of being granted asylum.
2.Indian citizens who are in the UK illegally will have less access to support services, such as housing and healthcare.
3.If an Indian citizen is found to have no right to remain in the UK, they will be removed from the country more quickly.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 2

With reference to Geoglyph, consider the following statements:
1.These are winding pathways often created on the ground, typically using stones or other materials.
2.They primarily served as a burial site during the Iron Age.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 3

Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The Chief Commissioner of Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) is an officer in the government who is responsible for safeguarding the rights and interests of persons with disabilities.
Statement-II: The Chief Commissioner of Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) is responsible for providing educational opportunities to persons with disabilities.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

ABoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

BBoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

CStatement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

DStatement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Question No. 4

With reference to Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) 2016, which one of the following statements is correct?

AIt allows companies to indefinitely delay the resolution process for their insolvency issues, leading to a delay for creditors and stakeholders.

BIt emphasizes maximizing the value of the assets of the insolvent entity for the benefit of all stakeholders, including creditors, employees, and shareholders.

CIt prevents creditors from pursuing debtors for repayment.

DUnder the IBC, debtors have the flexibility to employ a wide-range of approach of their choice for settling their debts, including the utilization of cryptocurrencies.

Question No. 5

With reference to the Indian Polity, consider the following statements:
1.Speaker’s jurisdiction to adjourn sine die can be utilised to keep the House in a perpetual session.
2.The Governor has the right to address and send message, summon, prorogue and dissolve the State Legislature.
3.When an ordinary Bill is reserved by a Governor for the consideration of the President, the President may declare assent, withhold assent, or direct the Governor to return the bill for reconsideration.
4.Money bills in the State Legislature are introduced only with the prior approval of the Governor.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1, 2 and 3 only

B2 and 3 only

C2, 3, and 4 only

D3 and 4 only

Question No. 6

Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The Pusa-44 paddy often leads to stubble burning, leading to air pollution and environmental concerns.
Statement-II: Pusa-44 is a high-yielding variety of long-duration paddy taking around five months to mature from sowing to harvesting.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

ABoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

BBoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

CStatement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

DStatement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Question No. 7

Consider the following statements:
1.The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is responsible for issuing evacuation orders during natural disasters.
2.Prime Minister acts as chairman of the NDMA.
3.NDMA Cell Broadcast Alert System is a state-of-the-art technology that allows government to send critical and time-sensitive messages for disaster management to all mobile devices within a designated geographical area.
How many of the above statements are correct?

AOnly one

BOnly two

CAll three

DNone

Question No. 8

Which one of the following represents the correct chronological order of capturing the Kondaveedu Fort?

AReddi dynasty- Vijayanagara empire- Golconda Sultans- French

BGajapati Dynasty- Hoysala Dynasty- Chola Dynasty- Vijayanagara Empire

CWodeyar Dynasty-Nizams of Hyderabad- Maratha Empire- British East India Company

DGupta Empire-Mewar Dynasty- Delhi Sultanate- Mughal Empire

Question No. 9

With reference to the Digital Advertisement Policy 2023, how many of the given statements are correct?
1.It introduces competitive bidding for rate discovery, ensuring transparency and efficiency.
2.Digital audio platforms are recognized as one of the entities for government advertisements.
3.The policy establishes a grievance redressal mechanism for consumers to address issues related to digital advertisements.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

AOnly one

BOnly two

CAll three

DNone

Question No. 10

The government is planning to establish Pump Storage Projects (PSP) in de-coaled coal mines. Which of the following are the potential advantages of PSPs?
1.PSPs absorb excess electricity from the grid and store it in underground batteries, making them ideal choice for storing renewable energy.
2.PSPs are well-suited for all types of geographic locations.
3.PSPs provides a reliable and rapid response to changes in electricity demand, generating power during peak periods to helping in grid stability.
4.PSPs power plants can be designed to manage water resources effectively, ensuring responsible use and minimizing environmental impact.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below::

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C3 and 4 only

D1 and 3 only