Q1. The “Bhasoli Pashmina” which recently received the GI Tag belongs to which Indian region?
A. Ladakh
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Uttarakhand
D. Jammu and Kashmir
Solution: option D.)
Ans. 1 Option D is correct Explanation
• Basohli Pashmina is a more than 100-year-old traditional craft from Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district. Hence, Option D is correct
• It is a hand-spun product known for extreme softness, fineness, and lightweight, and has insulating properties and extended life.
• Pashmina products include shawls for both men and women, mufflers, blankets, and baskets.
Q2. Consider the following statements about the National Centre of Excellence for Green Port & Shipping ( NCoEGPS)
1. The NCoEGPS will be working under the framework of the Sagarmala programme of the MoPSW.
2. The Energy and Resources Institute(TERI) is the knowledge and implementation partner for this project.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: option C.)
Ans. 2 Option C is correct Explanation
• It is a major initiative by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MOPSW) towards providing greener solutions.
• The NCoEGPS will be working under the framework of the Sagarmala programme of the MoPSW. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) is the knowledge and implementation partner for this project. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
• The center aims to develop a regulatory framework and alternate technology adoption roadmap for Green Shipping to foster carbon neutrality and circular economy (CE) in the shipping sector in India.
• Green shipping is when people or goods are transported by ships using the minimum resources and energy possible
Q3. Consider the following statements about British overseas territories
1. Falkland Islands
2. Diego Garcia
3. Nelson Island
4. Salomon Islands
How many of the above islands is/are located in the Indian ocean?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. Only three
D. All four
Solution: Option C.)
Ans. 3 Option C is correct Explanation The British Indian Ocean Territory (Constitution) Order 2004 defines the territory as comprising the following islands or groups of islands:
• Diego Garcia.
• Three Brothers Islands.
• Egmont Islands.
• Nelson Island.
• Peros Banhos.
• Eagle Islands.
• Salomon Islands.
• Danger Island.
• Falkland Islands are located in the Atlantic ocean. Hence, option 1 is incorrect.
Q4. Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Scheme
1. Under this scheme connections are issued in the name of women of the households.
2. The identification of the BPL families is done through Socio Economic Caste Census Data 2011.
3. The beneficiaries can also join the PAHAL scheme to receive the subsidy amount directly in their bank accounts.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Solution: option C.)
Ans.4 Option C is correct Explanation
• 5 crore LPG connections were to be provided to BPL (Below Poverty Line) families with a support of Rs 1600 per connection in the next 3 years (2016-19).
• Subsequently, the target was revised to 8 crore LPG connections in April 2018.
• Connections are issued in the name of women of the households. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• The identification of the BPL families is done through Socio Economic Caste Census Data 2011. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
• The eligible beneficiaries receive a free LPG connection.
• The beneficiaries also receive a subsidy on the first six refills of 14.2 kg cylinders or eight refills of 5 kg cylinders.
• The beneficiaries can opt for an EMI facility to pay for the cost of the stove and the first refill.
• The beneficiaries can also join the PAHAL scheme to receive the subsidy amount directly in their bank accounts. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Q5. Consider the following statements about Quantum dots
1. It is a nanoparticle made of any semiconductor material such as silicon, cadmium selenide, cadmium sulphide, or indium arsenide.
2. These have unique properties and now spread their light from television screens and LED lamps.
3. They catalyse chemical reactions and their clear light can illuminate tumour tissue for a surgeon
How many of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Solution: option D.)
Ans. 5 Option D is correct Explanation
• It is a nanoparticle made of any semiconductor material such as silicon, cadmium selenide, cadmium sulphide, or indium arsenide. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• Quantum dots have unique properties and now spread their light from television screens and LED lamps. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
• They catalyse chemical reactions and their clear light can illuminate tumour tissue for a surgeon Hence, statement 3 is correct.
• Researchers have primarily utilised quantum dots to create coloured light.
• They believe that in the future quantum dots can contribute to flexible electronics, miniscule sensors, slimmer solar cells and perhaps encrypted quantum communication.
• Today quantum dots are an important part of nanotechnology’s toolbox.
Q6. Consider the following statements about SPRINT Scheme:
1. SPRINT’ Scheme is an initiative to promote development of niche defence technologies by domestic companies.
2. Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO), in conjunction with the Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO), aims to induct at least 75 new indigenous technologies into the Indian Navy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: option C.)
Ans. 6 Option C is correct Explanation
• SPRINT’ Scheme is an initiative to promote development of niche defence technologies by domestic companies. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• The task of development of this technology is one of the 75 challenges that have been introduced by the Indian Navy under Azadi
ka Amrit Mahotsav last year.
• To achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta’ in defence, Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO), in conjunction with the Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO), aims to induct at least 75 new indigenous technologies/products into the Indian Navy till august 2023. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
• This collaborative project is named SPRINT {Supporting Pole-Vaulting in R&D through Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), NIIO and Technology Development Acceleration Cell (TDAC)}.
Q7. With reference to Cape Town Convention, consider the following statements
1. The convention intends to standardize transactions involving movable property.
2. India is not a party to this convention.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: option B.)
Ans. 7 Option B is correct Explanation
• The Cape Town Convention is an international treaty intended to standardise transactions involving movable property. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• It creates international standards for registration of contracts of sale, security interests, leases and conditional sales contracts and various legal remedies for default in financing agreements, including repossession and the effect of particular states’ bankruptcy laws
• It was adopted under the joint auspices of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT).
• India is a party to the convention. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
Q8. With reference to PM Gati Shakti, consider the following statements
1. It is a digital platform for integrated planning and coordinated implementation of infrastructure connectivity projects.
2. It will bring all the Ministries of the Government of India including Railways and Roadways together.
3. It will facilitate the last mile connectivity of infrastructure.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Solution: option B.)
Ans. 8 Option B is correct Explanation
• The PM Gati Shakti Scheme launched in 2021, is also known as the National Master Plan for multi-modal connectivity.
• It will subsume the Rs 110 lakh crore National Infrastructure Pipeline launched in 2019.
• Aim: To provide a competitive advantage for manufacturing in India.
• It is a digital platform to bring 16 Ministries together for integrated planning and coordinated implementation of infrastructure connectivity projects. Hence,tatement 1 is correct and statement 2 is incorrect.
• It targets to cut logistic costs, increase cargo handling capacity and reduce the turnaround time.
• It will also facilitate the last mile connectivity of infrastructure. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
• It will incorporate the infrastructure schemes of various Ministries and State Governments.
• Economic Zones will be covered to improve connectivity and make Indian businesses more competitive.
Q9. Which of the following statements most aptly describe the term ‘climate polycrisis’ ?
A. The interconnected and compounding crises related to climate change that are affecting the planet across several sectors and domains.
B. The phenomenon where climate change leads to a simultaneous increase in both global temperatures and precipitation levels.
C. A political term referring to the polarising debates surrounding climate change policies.
D. The study of the Earth’s climate history over the past million years.
Solution: option A.)
Ans. 9 Option A is correct Explanation
• The term ‘climate polycrisis’ refers to the interconnected and compounding crises related to climate change that are affecting the planet across several sectors and domains. Hence, Option A is correct
• It encompasses the physical impacts of climate change and the social, economic and political challenges that arise from these impacts.
Q10. Consider the following statements regarding the Cauvery River
1. It originates from the Brahmagiri Hill of the Western Ghats.
2. Its basin lies in the States Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala and Andhra Pradesh.
3. The Mettur Dam, the largest in India, is located across the river.
How many of the statements given above is/are not correct?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Solution: option B.)
Ans. 10 Option B is correct Explanation
• River Cauvery, known as ‘Ponni’ in Tamil, is a sacred river of southern India.
• It rises on Brahmagiri Hill of the Western Ghats in southwestern Karnataka state. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• The basin lies in the States Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala. Hence, statement 2