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Which city hosts the secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)?
A. Nairobi, Kenya
B. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
C. Montreal, Canada
D. Geneva, Switzerland
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Why did India bypass the BS-V standard during its transition to Bharat Stage Emission Standards?
A. To increase vehicle prices
B. To simplify the regulatory process
C. Due to the lengthy transition period observed in previous upgrades
D. To encourage fossil fuel consumption
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Operation Chakra-II primarily aims to:
A. Combat transnational organized cyber-enabled financial crimes in India
B. Enhance global e-commerce partnerships
C. Regulate online tech support services
D. Promote digital literacy among consumers
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What is the main purpose of the Dam Safety Act of 2021 in India?
A. Increase the number of dams
B. Address concerns related to dam safety
C. Promote tourism around dams
D. Reduce the size of existing dams
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Which plan includes measures such as raising parking fees and promoting eco-friendly transportation to combat air pollution in Delhi?
A. National Transportation Plan
B. Delhi Development Blueprint
C. Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)
D. Delhi Air Pollution Eradication Scheme
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Which component of PMMSY focuses on enhancing production and productivity in the fisheries sector?
A. Central Sector Scheme (CS)
B. Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS)
C. Beneficiary-oriented activities
D. Non-beneficiary oriented activities
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In which application is fluorescence NOT used?
A. Mineralogy
B. Medicine
C. Radioactive decay
D. Biological Detection
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What is the origin of the term ‘woke’?
A. It originated in the United States from Black communities.
B. It came from Latin and means “awareness.”
C. It was introduced by European politicians.
D. It was created as a marketing term.
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How does poverty impact child development?
A. Enhances cognitive abilities
B. Boosts overall well-being
C. Leads to stunted growth and cognitive deficits
D. Improves academic performance
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Which constitutional article allows for preventive detention in India, including Telangana?
A. Article 14
B. Article 21
C. Article 22
D. Article 19
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What is a key objective of the Purple Economy?
A. Maximizing Profits
B. Addressing Gender Inequality
C. Reducing Cultural Diversity
D. Ignoring Unpaid Labor
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Which component of PM-AJAY focuses on the development of SC-dominated villages with essential infrastructure and services?
A. Adarsh Gram
B. Grants-in-aid
C. Special Provisions
D. Skill Development Initiatives
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What is the purpose of the continuous dialogue stage in the contemporary selection process of host cities?
A. Finalizing host city selection
B. Non-committal discussions with interested parties
C. Executing detailed discussions with IOC members
D. Announcing the selected host city
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What legal protection do sea cucumbers have in India?
A. No legal protection
B. Protected under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
C. Protected under the Marine Conservation Act
D. Protected under the Endangered Species Act
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Which phase of Cubism involved the use of real-life objects in artworks?
A. Analytical Cubism
B. Synthetic Cubism
C. Monochromatic Cubism
D. Geometric Cubism
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What is the primary purpose of APAAR in the ‘One Nation, One Student ID’ initiative?
A. To provide free textbooks to students
B. To streamline the education system and enhance student learning experience
C. To establish new schools in remote areas
D. To promote cultural events in educational institutions
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Which country initiated the International Solar Alliance (ISA) in collaboration with France?
A. China
B. India
C. United States
D. Germany
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What is the primary goal of India’s reduced corporate tax rates for existing and new companies?
A) To increase tax burden on businesses
B) To promote tax evasion
C) To encourage compliance and reduce tax evasion
D) To eliminate corporate taxes entirely
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What is the primary advantage of 5G technology in law enforcement?
A. Slower data transfer
B. Higher latency
C. Faster data transfer and real-time decision-making
D. Limited connectivity
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What is the main purpose of the Criminal Procedure Identification Act (CrPI) 2022 in India?
A) To regulate social media usage
B) To enhance law enforcement identification processes
C) To promote agricultural reforms
D) To establish new transportation policies
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What are the implications of pink bollworm infestation for North Indian cotton agriculture?
A. Increased crop yield
B. Improved cotton fiber quality
C. Economic losses and quality degradation
D. Environmental benefits
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Which missile series has Pakistan chosen to replace the Ghauri missile, considering its vulnerabilities on the battlefield?
A. Agni Series
B. Patriot Series
C. BrahMos Series
D. Shaheen Series
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Which of the following bones is most susceptible to fractures in individuals with osteoporosis?
A. Arm bones
B. Hip bones
C. Skull bones
D. Rib bones
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What is the significance of ‘Zawiyat El-Hunud’?
A) A street leading to the Indian Hospice in Jerusalem.
B) A historic monument in Punjab.
C) A famous marketplace in Jerusalem.
D) A traditional dance form in India.
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During which dynasty did Vajra Mushti Kalaga gain popularity in India?
A. Mughal Dynasty
B. Maurya Dynasty
C. Vijayanagar Dynasty
D. Gupta Dynasty
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Where is the Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project located?
A. Punjab
B. Rajasthan
C. Uttarakhand
D. Maharashtra
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Which visa allows travelers to explore multiple European countries without separate visas?
A. EuroPass
B. MultiEurope Visa
C. Schengen Visa
D. EuroTraveler Pass
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Where is the Trident project being constructed?
A. The Pacific Ocean
B. The Indian Ocean
C. The South China Sea
D. The Mediterranean Sea
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What does the Roman Space Telescope aim to accomplish with its meticulous observation strategy?
A. Studying Martian climate changes
B. Capturing images of distant galaxies
C. Accumulating more than a year of observations to uncover celestial phenomena
D. Monitoring space debris around Earth
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What is identified as a contributing factor to the rise in cancer cases among the younger generation in Mizoram?
A) Lack of exercise
B) Genetic predisposition
C) Pollution
D) Lack of vaccination
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Which Indian naval vessel participated in the joint exercise in the Gulf of Guinea?
A. INS Sumedha
B. INS Vikramaditya
C. INS Chakra
D. INS Arihant
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Which regions have experienced severe land degradation according to UNCCD’s data?
A. North America and Europe
B. Eastern and Central Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean
C. Australia and New Zealand
D. Middle East and North Africa
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Which of the following tribes is NOT mentioned as residing in Anamalai Tiger Reserve?
A) Kadars
B) Malabar
C) Pulaiyars
D) Muduvars
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Which substance is used as an antidote to remove thallium from the body?
A) Silver Nitrate
B) Prussian Blue
C) Hydrogen Peroxide
D) Sodium Bicarbonate
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Which country emerged as the top contributor to migration in OECD countries in 2021?
A. China
B. India
C. United States
D. Brazil
