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What causes the moon to appear blue?
A. The moon’s natural color variation.
B. Presence of water on the moon’s surface.
C. Atmospheric conditions, such as the scattering of red wavelengths of light.
D. The moon’s position in the sky.
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What category of hunger is represented by states like Bihar, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh according to the State Hunger Index (SHI)?
A. Low hunger
B. Moderate hunger
C. Serious hunger
D. Alarming hunger
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What is the main advantage of an Electrified Flex Fuel Vehicle’s dual powertrain?
A) Higher top speed
B) Reduced fuel consumption
C) Greater ethanol utilization and enhanced fuel efficiency
D) Lower vehicle maintenance costs
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Who is eligible for the Gruha Lakshmi Scheme in Karnataka?
A. All women in the state
B. Women with government jobs
C. Women listed on Antyodaya, BPL, and APL ration cards
D. Women with husbands who pay income tax
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Which component of IPBES is responsible for overseeing the administrative functions of the organization?
A. Plenary
B. Multidisciplinary Expert Panel (MEP)
C. Stakeholders
D. Bureau
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Which of the following kingdoms of biology do fungi belong to?
A) Animalia
B) Protista
C) Plantae
D) Fungi
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Where is the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) responsible for developing LAM engines located?
A. Bengaluru
B. Hyderabad
C. Thiruvananthapuram
D. Mumbai
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What is one of the challenges associated with taxing agricultural income?
A. A lack of credible “farmer” certificates
B. A consistent increase in farmers’ income
C. Easy documentation of agricultural land
D. A reduction in the suicide rate among farmers
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Who can participate as ‘Monument Mitras’ in the ‘Adopt a Heritage’ program?
A. Only private sector companies.
B. Only public sector companies.
C. Both private and public sector companies, as well as individuals.
D. Only individuals with historical expertise.
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Which city is identified as the most polluted in both India and the world ?
A. Mumbai
B. Kolkata
C. Chennai
D. Delhi
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Who is responsible for building the DSC A 20 and other vessels in the project?
A. Indian Navy Shipyard
B. M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL)
C. Indian Maritime Corporation
D. Foreign shipbuilder
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What is the primary purpose of a General Comment in a treaty?
A. To outline potential treaty violations
B. To offer guidance to member states on treaty obligations
C. To propose amendments to the treaty
D. To summarize the treaty’s history
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What did Presidential Order 273, issued on August 6, 2019, effectively achieve?
A. It amended Article 370
B. It revoked Article 370
C. It granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir
D. It established a new legislative framework
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Which of the following is NOT a conventional session of the Indian Parliament?
A. Budget Session
B. Monsoon Session
C. Special Session
D. Winter Session
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What significant sacrifice did Mangri Orang make for her involvement in the freedom struggle?
A. She sacrificed her tea plantation job.
B. She was imprisoned by the British authorities.
C. She was exiled from her village.
D. She was martyred in 1921.
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Which component of TAMARA helps improve oxygen levels in water bodies?
A. Smart Climate-Driven Water Quality Monitoring System
B. Smart Weed Harvester System (PLASHBOT)
C. Communication System
D. Smart Sediment Aeration System
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What is the third stage of India’s three-stage nuclear power program focused on?
A. Maximizing natural uranium reserves
B. Utilizing plutonium-based fuel in fast breeder reactors
C. Harnessing solar energy for power generation
D. Developing advanced nuclear power systems using thorium
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What is the name of the seventh stealth frigate launched under Project 17A?
A. Nilgiri
B. Mahendragiri
C. Shivalik
D. Kolkata
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What is one of the implications of NCERT’s transformation into a Deemed University?
A. Reduced research capacities
B. Limited engagement with international organizations
C. Opportunities for global collaborations
D. A decrease in the number of educational programs offered
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What is the potential drawback associated with simultaneous elections?
A. Reduced voter turnout
B. Improved policy continuity
C. Decreased government accountability
D. Streamlined logistical challenges
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Where is OCCRP’s global network of investigative journalists spread across?
A. North America
B. Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America
C. Australia and Oceania
D. South America
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What are the two organizations collaborating with the Indian Navy to organize THINQ?
A. Indian Army and UNICEF
B. G20 Secretariat and NWWA
C. Indian Air Force and UNESCO
D. Indian Coast Guard and WHO
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In India’s Constitution, which provisions can be amended by a simple majority vote in both houses of Parliament?
A. Fundamental Rights
B. Admission or establishment of new states
C. Directive Principles of State Policy
D. Election of the President
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Which section of the RTI Act deals with the obligations of public authorities?
A. Section 19
B. Section 24
C. Section 30
D. Section 4
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Which religious denomination in India permits a Muslim man to have up to four wives under their personal law?
A. Hinduism.
B. Christianity.
C. Buddhism.
D. Islam.
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Which state(s) have already implemented PAL in their education systems?
A. Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
B. Assam and Madhya Pradesh.
C. Andhra Pradesh and Assam.
D. All states in India.
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What is the primary driver of child marriage?
A. Economic vulnerabilities
B. Cultural customs
C. Gender inequality
D. Lack of education
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Which track of the G20 focuses on fiscal and monetary policy issues, global economy, and financial regulation?
A. Finance Track
B. Sherpa Track
C. Engagement Groups
D. Sustainability Track
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Which factor exacerbates the Helmand River dispute between Iran and Afghanistan?
A. Improved water management practices
B. Climate change
C. Historical agreements
D. Increased rainfall
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What is one of the negative impacts of invasive alien species ?
A. Increased biodiversity.
B. Boosted local economies.
C. Economic losses due to damage.
D. Improved ecosystem stability.
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Which name was dropped when framing the Indian Constitution?
A. Bharat
B. India
C. Hindustan
D. None of the above
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What is the current settlement cycle for trade-related transactions in India?
A) T+7 settlement
B) T+1 settlement
C) T+3 settlement
D) T+30 settlement
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Which organization aims to foster cooperation among solar resource-rich countries?
A. ASEAN
B. African Union (AU)
C. International Solar Alliance (ISA)
D. Asian Development Bank (ADB)
