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Which organization issued comprehensive guidelines for universities on anti-ragging in 2009?
A. Indian Parliament
B. University Grants Commission (UGC)
C. Ministry of Education
D. Indian Penal Code (IPC)
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What did the Nagaparamba excavation reveal besides hat stones?
A) Ancient coins
B) Pottery fragments
C) Gold jewelry
D) Iron implements and earthen urns
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Why was BRICS created?
A. To establish Western dominance in international forums.
B. To promote a non-bloc nature.
C. To represent the Global South and counter Western influence.
D. To enhance G8 and G7 groupings.
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Which country has launched the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission as a comprehensive digital health initiative?
A. United States
B. India
C. China
D. Brazil
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Which of the following rivers in Punjab has NOT been canalised with a dam?
A) Sutlej
B) Beas
C) Ravi
D) Jhelum
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According to the TGA’s warning, who is more likely to develop a rare adverse event related to turmeric or curcumin?
A. Individuals with heart problems
B. People who have a history of liver issues
C. Those with a history of allergies
D. Athletes and fitness enthusiasts
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What is the IUCN Red List status of the white-bellied sea eagle?
A. Least Concern
B. Critically Endangered
C. Endangered
D. Vulnerable
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How do vegetated canopies help reduce noise pollution in urban areas?
A. By emitting soothing sounds of flowing water.
B. By blocking all outside noise.
C. By absorbing sound waves through their geotextile substrate.
D. By playing calming music through built-in speakers.
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Which two indigenous groups are the focus of the essay and inhabit Yasuni National Park?
A) Huaorani and Tagaeri.
B) Taromenani and Huaorani.
C) Tagaeri and Taromenani.
D) Taromenani and Tagae.
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Which industry has shown the most enthusiasm for the Production-Linked Incentives (PLI) scheme in India?
A. Automotive manufacturing
B. Pharmaceutical production
C. Smartphone manufacturing
D. Textile industry
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What is the primary reason behind the UK government’s support for new fossil fuel drilling in the North Sea?
A. To combat climate change
B. To reduce reliance on foreign energy sources
C. To protect marine biodiversity
D. To promote renewable energy
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Which of the following is NOT one of the five pillars of the Namami Gange Programme?
A. Nirmal Ganga
B. Aviral Ganga
C. Pristine Ganga
D. Arth Ganga
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What has been the recent trend in India’s electronics manufacturing sector?
A. Negative growth with declining production figures.
B. Rapid growth with a CAGR of approximately 23% in the last five years.
C. Stagnation with no significant changes.
D. An increase in imports while exports remained unchanged.
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What is the “debt-fossil fuel trap”?
A. A strategy to reduce debt through fossil fuel investments.
B. The increasing reliance on renewable energy to pay off debts.
C. A cycle where attempts to reduce debt lead to more debt through fossil fuel projects.
D. A plan to align fossil fuel financing with climate goals.
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What is one of the key promises of GMIS 2023 for India’s maritime sector?
A. Increasing import tariffs on maritime goods.
B. Reducing investment opportunities in the sector.
C. Attracting investments into India’s maritime sector.
D. Decreasing collaboration among domestic stakeholders.
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According to recent Supreme Court observations, what does disqualification affect apart from the individual?
A. The legal system.
B. The political party’s reputation.
C. The electorate represented in Parliament.
D. The constitutionality of laws.
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Which government initiative aims to ensure nutritional security through food fortification in India?
A. Launching a campaign to promote organic farming.
B. Distributing free fruits to school children.
C. Universal rice fortification by 2024.
D. Establishing fast food outlets in rural areas.
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What are the most common symptoms of Candida Auris infection?
A. Skin rashes and itching.
B. Persistent fever and chills.
C. Headache and dizziness.
D. Nausea and vomiting.
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Which experiment on Chandrayaan-3 serves as a precise target for laser measurements?
A. The Rambha
B. The ILSA
C. The LASER Retroreflector Array
D. The APXS
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What are the three crucial phases of ClearSpace-1’s mission?
A. Landing, deployment, and capture
B. Rendezvous, capture, and deorbit
C. Observation, analysis, and cleanup
D. Launch, orbit, and retrieval
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Which launch vehicle enabled India’s entry into the “Big Rockets league” and carried missions like Chandrayaan-1 and Mangalyaan?
A. SVL-3
B. GSLV
C. ASLV
D. PSLV
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Which strain of bacteria within the methanotroph group is highlighted for its efficient methane removal ability?
A. Carbonovorus chlorophyta
B. Methylophilus gasconiae
C. Methyloglobulus pacificus
D. Methylotuvimicrobium buryatense 5GB1C
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What is the key feature that sets the ASTRA missile apart from others?
A. Speed
B. Range
C. Maneuverability
D. Payload
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What is the primary mode of transmission for African Swine Fever (ASF)?
A. Airborne particles
B. Ingestion of contaminated food
C. Mosquito bites
D. Person-to-person contact
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What is the significance of CSIR’s vast network of laboratories ?
A) To host cultural events
B) To provide free healthcare services
C) To conduct research across diverse scientific areas
D) To promote sports and athletics
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Which fundamental principle of NCF 2023 emphasizes nurturing students’ physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development?
A. Inclusivity
B. Interdisciplinary Learning
C. Holistic Development
D. Competency-Based Education
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What is the key focus of the ‘Coordination’ stage in the transformation process to the One Health approach?
A. Establishing communication mechanisms
B. Routine and long-term activities
C. Short-term interventions
D. Role clarification
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What caused the formation of the Blue Hole in Belize?
A. A volcanic eruption
B. A meteor impact
C. Rising sea levels and the collapse of a limestone cave system
D. Underground mining activities
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What is the primary reason for releasing cooling water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean?
A. To reduce the risk of earthquakes in the region.
B. To comply with international safety standards.
C. To prevent the cooling tanks from overflowing.
D. To eliminate all radioactive elements from the water.
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What are some of the concerns associated with illegal coal mining, as discussed in the essay?
A. Promotion of biodiversity
B. Economic development
C. Environmental damage and displacement of communities
D. Improved working conditions for miners
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What is the primary aim of the ‘Mera Bill Mera Adhikaar’ Invoice Incentive Scheme?
A. To reduce the cost of consumer goods.
B. To encourage customers to ask for invoices.
C. To promote online shopping.
D. To increase government tax revenue.
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Who collaborated to develop NG-PADC?
A. Google and NASA
B. IIT Madras and MIT
C. IIT Madras and the IMPRINT programme of SERB
D. Apple and Microsoft
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What is the SANKALP program’s approach to improving skill development outcomes?
A. Centralized planning and implementation.
B. World Bank loan assistance.
C. Decentralization as a strategy.
D. Gender-neutral training programs.
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What is the primary reason the far side of the moon was historically referred to as the “dark side”?
A. It is permanently shrouded in darkness.
B. It is not visible from Earth.
C. It is colder than the near side.
D. It has more craters.
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Which species is mentioned as a threat to deodar due to its tolerance towards drought and fire?
A) Silver fir.
B) Blue pine.
C) Chir pine.
D) Silver oak.
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Where was the 2023 FIDE Chess World Cup held?
A. Mumbai, India
B. Moscow, Russia
C. Baku, Azerbaijan
D. Paris, France
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What technology is primarily used in Tele-Law for connecting lawyers and individuals seeking legal advice?
A. Email communication
B. Telephone services
C. Face-to-face meetings
D. Postal services
