1. What recently occurred for the first time in Bulgaria?
    A. Solar Eclipse
    B. Northern Lights
    C. Meteor Shower
    D. Comet Sighting
    Correct Answer: B. Northern Lights
    Explanation: The aurora borealis, commonly known as the northern lights, made a rare appearance over Bulgaria. source
  2. Which organizations are actively involved in the LEAP AHEAD initiative collaboration?
    A. MeitY and NGIS
    B. TiE Delhi-NCR and NGIS
    C. STPI and TiE Delhi-NCR
    D. MeitY and STPI
    Correct Answer: C. STPI and TiE Delhi-NCR
    Explanation: The LEAP AHEAD initiative is a joint collaboration between STPI and TiE Delhi-NCR. source
  3. Who are the main contributors to the Production Gap Report?
    A. NASA and World Bank
    B. Greenpeace and WWF
    C. Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), Climate Analytics, and UNICEF
    D. ExxonMobil and Shell
    Correct Answer: C. Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), Climate Analytics, E3G, International Institute for Sustainable Development, and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
    Explanation: These organizations are the main contributors to the report. source
  4. What components are included in the Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitat Programme?
    A. Support for industrial development
    B. Recovery programmes for urban habitats
    C. Wildlife protection outside protected areas
    D. Funding for agricultural expansion
    Correct Answer: C. Wildlife protection outside protected areas
    Explanation: The programme includes support for protected areas, wildlife protection outside these areas, and recovery programmes for critically endangered species and habitats. source
  5. What contributes to the preservation of the Nazca Lines?
    A. Heavy rainfall
    B. Topsoil removal
    C. Harsh sunlight
    D. Strong winds
    Correct Answer: B. Topsoil removal
    Explanation: The preservation of the Nazca Lines is attributed to the removal of the top layer of soil and the dry, windless climate of the region.
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  6. How does the Kavach system communicate between its components?
    A. Through optical fibers
    B. Using ultra-low radio frequencies
    C. Via satellite communication
    D. Utilizing ultra-high radio frequencies
    Correct Answer: D. Utilizing ultra-high radio frequencies
    Explanation: The Kavach system communicates between its components using ultra-high radio frequencies for swift and reliable data exchange.
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  7. How does dark matter differ from normal matter in its interaction with light?
    A. Dark matter emits light
    B. Dark matter reflects light
    C. Dark matter does not interact with light
    D. Dark matter absorbs light
    Correct Answer: C. Dark matter does not interact with light
    Explanation: Dark matter does not interact with the electromagnetic force, making it nearly invisible as it neither absorbs, reflects, nor emits light.
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  8. What is a key challenge associated with the adoption of baler machines in Punjab’s agriculture?
    A. Lack of farmer interest
    B. Limited operational days
    C. Excessive government subsidies
    D. Low environmental impact
    Correct Answer: B. Limited operational days
    Explanation: The essay notes that each baler machine can cover 15-20 acres in a day, operating for around 45 days, presenting a challenge in covering the extensive rice fields in Punjab. source
  9. What is the primary focus of the Operational Framework introduced by WHO?
    A. Reducing carbon emissions
    B. Building climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems
    C. Enhancing healthcare accessibility
    D. Promoting sustainable energy
    Correct Answer: B. Building climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems
    Explanation: The Operational Framework primarily aims to guide the construction of health systems that are resilient to climate change and have a low carbon footprint. source
  10. What is the synergy of El Niño and the Southern Oscillation collectively termed?
    A. Tropical Interaction
    B. Oceanic Fusion
    C. El Niño Oscillation
    D. El Niño Southern Oscillations
    Correct Answer: D. El Niño Southern Oscillations
    Explanation: The synergy of El Niño and the Southern Oscillation is collectively termed El Niño Southern Oscillations. source
  11. Why does gravity pose challenges in its classification as a fundamental force?
    A. It unifies with the electromagnetic force.
    B. It is based on quantum principles.
    C. It binds protons and neutrons within an atomic nucleus.
    D. It is fundamentally different from other forces.
    Correct Answer: D. It is fundamentally different from other forces.
    Explanation: Gravity is fundamentally different from other forces and is described by general relativity, introducing complexity in the classification framework. source
  12. Which planets, besides Saturn, have rings?
    A. Mars and Venus
    B. Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune
    C. Mercury and Pluto
    D. Earth and Mars
    Correct Answer: B. Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune
    Explanation: Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune also have ring systems, distinguishing them from other planets. source
  13. The Draft Broadcasting Bill is set to replace which regulatory act?
    A. IT Act, 2000
    B. Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act of 1995
    C. Broadcasting Code of Conduct
    D. Media Standards and Practices Act
    Correct Answer: B. Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act of 1995
    Explanation: The Bill seeks to replace the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act of 1995 and other existing policy guidelines. source
  14. Which communities predominantly inhabit the 14 villages on the border?
    A. Marathi-speaking Scheduled Caste communities
    B. Telugu-speaking tribes
    C. Gujarati-speaking Muslims
    D. Hindi-speaking Brahmins
    Correct Answer: A. Marathi-speaking Scheduled Caste communities
    Explanation: The villages are primarily occupied by Marathi-speaking Scheduled Caste communities, including Lambada tribespeople and Muslims.
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  15. What is the expected impact of insurance surety bonds on the road sector?
    A. No significant impact on the road sector
    B. Increased financial burden on concessionaires
    C. Strengthened National Highway Infrastructure and enhanced liquidity in the market
    D. Exclusively beneficial for NHAI’s administrative processes
    Correct Answer: C. Strengthened National Highway Infrastructure and enhanced liquidity in the market
    Explanation: Insurance surety bonds are expected to strengthen National Highway Infrastructure and result in substantial savings for concessionaires, fostering increased liquidity in the market. source
  16. How many nations voted in favor of the UN resolution on Israeli settlements?
    A. 120
    B. 145
    C. 165
    D. 180
    Correct Answer: B. 145
    Explanation: The resolution received support from 145 nations in the UN General Assembly. source
  17. What do bioactive compounds in functional foods typically include?
    A. Artificial preservatives
    B. Saturated fats
    C. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
    D. High-fructose corn syrup
    Correct Answer: C. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
    Explanation: Bioactive compounds in functional foods often include omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, among other beneficial elements. source
  18. How many districts in Maharashtra are covered by POCRA?
    A. 20
    B. 26
    C. 16
    D. 36
    Correct Answer: C. 16
    Explanation: POCRA is implemented in 16 out of Maharashtra’s 36 districts. source
  19. What is a significant risk associated with illegitimate digital lending apps ?
    A. Increased financial inclusion
    B. Potential misuse of personal data
    C. Strengthening linkages between online lending and traditional banking
    D. Enhanced consumer safety and privacy
    Correct Answer: B. Potential misuse of personal data
    Explanation: Illegitimate digital lending apps pose a threat by collecting personal data for potential misuse. source
  20. What is GRB 221009A?
    A. A new type of solar flare
    B. A distant exploding star’s gamma-ray burst
    C. A satellite detecting gamma radiation
    D. An asteroid passing close to Earth
    Correct Answer: B. A distant exploding star’s gamma-ray burst
    Explanation: GRB 221009A refers to a significant burst of energy from a distant exploding star outside the Solar System. source
  21. Which priority in the Union Budget 2023-24 aligns with the PM-PVTG Development Mission?
    A. Digital Transformation
    B. Sustainable Agriculture
    C. Reaching The Last Mile
    D. Women Empowerment
    Correct Answer: C. Reaching The Last Mile
    Explanation: The PM-PVTG Development Mission aligns with ‘Reaching The Last Mile,’ one of the priorities enlisted in the Union Budget 2023-24. source
  22. What is the primary focus of the Prisons Act, 1894?
    A. Rehabilitation of prisoners
    B. Custody and discipline
    C. Legal aid provisions
    D. Crime prevention measures
    Correct Answer: B. Custody and discipline
    Explanation: The Prisons Act, 1894, primarily centers around the custody of criminals and maintaining discipline in prisons, lacking provisions for rehabilitation. source
  23. Which region exhibits positive trends in wild tiger status?
    A. North America
    B. South Asia and Russia
    C. Southeast Asia
    D. Europe
    Correct Answer: B. South Asia and Russia
    Explanation: South Asia and Russia exhibit positive trends in wild tiger status.
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