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Question No. 1

Consider the following statements:
1.The deep-swirling patterns in the Indian Ocean flow in the same direction to surface currents.
2.The Andaman and Nicobar Islands play a significant role in altering ocean currents, impacting their direction and speed to a notable extent.
3.Oceans are fundamental to weather and climate prediction.
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 the Group of Seven (G-7), consider the following statements:
1.Its objective is to coordinate economic policies of member states.
2.Countries must have advanced economies and high net national wealth in order to become the members of G-7.
3.The G-7 has addressed the issue of climate change by banning the use of fossil fuels in member countries.
4.The G-7 influences the global economy through collective decision-making that can influence global economic policies and financial markets.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

AOnly one

BOnly two

COnly three

DAll four

Question No. 3

Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1.Horticultural crops provide valuable for small and marginal farmers because they are less labor-intensive than field crops.
2.Gujarat is the predominant producer and exporter of white onions in the country.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 4

Consider the following statements:
1.The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, provides for reservation both in government and in higher education institutions.
2.Currently, India lacks a test for diagnosing specific learning disabilities (SLDs) in adults.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 5

With reference to the metal mercury, consider the following statements:
1.Mercury is used in fairness and anti-ageing creams.
2.Mercury is the only metal that is liquid at standard temperature and pressure (STP).
3.Mercury is known for its low electrical conductivity.
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. 6

Which one of the following statements is NOT correct regarding the Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)?

AIt is caused by an abnormal immune response in the digestive tract.

BIt is contagious and can be spread from person to person.

CIt can cause chronic inflammation and damage to the digestive tract.

DIt can lead to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding.

Question No. 7

Consider the following statements:
1.According to the Section 53 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, if the number of candidates matches the number of seats, they are to be declared elected without a poll.
2.If a significant number of voters select None of the Above (NOTA) option, it invalidates the election.
3.If no candidates contest election from a constituency, the Election Commission of India (ECI) might be obliged to conduct another election, allowing a new set of candidates to run.
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. 8

The primary function of the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) is to:

APromote creativity and innovation in advertising.

BEnsure fair competition among businesses through advertising.

CProtect consumer interests by regulating advertising content.

DGenerate revenue for the Indian government through advertising taxes.

Question No. 9

Consider the following statements:
1.The Green Credit Programme aims to incentivize environmental restoration through a market-based mechanism, where individuals and companies earn credits for contributing to environmental and ecological restoration.
2.Unlike green credits, various projects in a carbon market cannot be measured by their carbon savings.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 10

Consider the following statements:
1.Payment Aggregators (PAs) are entities that settle payments from customers to merchants, allowing merchants to avoid creating their own payment systems.
2.PAs are used for in-person point-of-sale (PoS) transactions.
3.As per the new RBI’s proposed guidelines, the minimum net worth required for non-banking entities providing offline payment aggregator services must be ₹10 crore when applying for authorisation.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

AOnly one

BOnly two

CAll three

DNone

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