(1.) With reference to the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) Policy approved by the Union Cabinet, consider the following statements: 1. It focuses on fostering high-performance biomanufacturing to support India's bioeconomy. 2. It is implemented by the Department of Biotechnology under the Ministry of Science and Technology. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(2.) Which institution releases the flagship report titled 'Global Innovation Index' (GII)?

(a.) World Bank

(b.) World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

(c.) World Economic Forum (WEF)

(d.) International Monetary Fund (IMF)

(3.) Consider the following statements regarding the International Solar Alliance (ISA): 1. Its Secretariat is headquartered in Gurugram, India. 2. All member states of the United Nations are eligible to join the alliance. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(4.) What is the primary objective of the PM-DevINE scheme implemented by the Government of India?

(a.) Infrastructure and social development in the North Eastern Region

(b.) Financial assistance to coastal fishermen

(c.) Promotion of renewable energy in arid zones

(d.) Digitalization of primary agricultural credit societies

(5.) Under the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines, what does the framework 'PCA' stand for in relation to commercial banks?

(a.) Primary Capital Authorization

(b.) Prompt Corrective Action

(c.) Public Credit Assessment

(d.) Portfolio Risk Adjustment

(6.) Regarding the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission, which of the following statements is correct?

(a.) It operates exclusively in the X-band frequency range.

(b.) It is a joint dual-frequency SAR earth observation mission using L-band and S-band radar.

(c.) It is designed solely to observe lunar surface ice deposits.

(d.) It is placed in a geostationary orbit over North America.

(7.) Which city will host the 34th Summer Olympic Games in the year 2028?

(a.) Brisbane

(b.) Paris

(c.) Los Angeles

(d.) Athens

(8.) With reference to the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) Act, consider the following statements: 1. The Prime Minister of India serves as the ex-officio President of the Governing Board. 2. It replaces the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(9.) Which Indian state is home to the Silent Valley National Park, famous for preserving tropical evergreen rainforests?

(a.) Tamil Nadu

(b.) Kerala

(c.) Karnataka

(d.) Assam

(10.) Which multilateral forum launched the 'Global Biofuels Alliance' (GBA) during its summit in New Delhi?

(a.) BRICS

(b.) G20

(c.) SCO

(d.) ASEAN

(11.) What is the ceiling amount of deposit insurance coverage provided by the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) per depositor per bank in India?

(a.) Rs. 1 Lakh

(b.) Rs. 2 Lakhs

(c.) Rs. 5 Lakhs

(d.) Rs. 10 Lakhs

(12.) Consider the following statements regarding Project 15B stealth guided-missile destroyers built for the Indian Navy: 1. They are constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL). 2. INS Visakhapatnam and INS Surat belong to this class of warships. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(13.) Which organization publishes the biannual 'World Economic Outlook' report?

(a.) World Bank

(b.) International Monetary Fund (IMF)

(c.) UNCTAD

(d.) World Economic Forum

(14.) The 'PM-PRANAM' scheme announced by the Union Government aims to address which of the following areas?

(a.) Promoting alternative fertilizers and balanced use of chemical fertilizers

(b.) Modernization of rural post offices

(c.) Solar electrification of remote tribal hamlets

(d.) Revitalizing micro-hydro power projects

(15.) With reference to the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), which body manages and operates this retail payment system in India?

(a.) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

(b.) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)

(c.) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

(d.) Indian Banks' Association (IBA)

(16.) The bilateral naval exercise 'SAMPRITI' is conducted between India and which neighboring country?

(a.) Sri Lanka

(b.) Bangladesh

(c.) Nepal

(d.) Myanmar

(17.) Consider the following statements regarding the Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) Scheme issued by the RBI on behalf of the Government: 1. The bonds are denominated in multiples of gram(s) of gold. 2. The maximum limit of subscription per fiscal year for individuals is 4 kg. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(18.) Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, what is the term used for the individual to whom the personal data relates?

(a.) Data Fiduciary

(b.) Data Principal

(c.) Data Processor

(d.) Data Auditor

(19.) With reference to India's Gaganyaan Mission, consider the following statements: 1. It aims to demonstrate human spaceflight capability to Low Earth Orbit (LEO). 2. LVM3 (Launch Vehicle Mark-3) is designated as the launch vehicle for the mission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(20.) Which regulatory authority in India issues guidelines for the creation and operation of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)?

(a.) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

(b.) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

(c.) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDAI)

(d.) Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA)

(21.) The 'Kuldhar' and 'Sambhar Lake' wetland complexes belong to which Indian state?

(a.) Gujarat

(b.) Rajasthan

(c.) Madhya Pradesh

(d.) Haryana

(22.) Regarding the New Development Bank (NDB) established by BRICS, consider the following statements: 1. Its headquarters is located in Shanghai, China. 2. India is one of the founding member states of NDB. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(23.) What is the primary target of the 'PM-KUSUM' scheme initiated by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy?

(a.) Solarization of agricultural pumps and setting up decentralized solar power plants

(b.) Providing rooftop solar units to all urban BPL households

(c.) Installation of offshore wind turbines in coastal districts

(d.) Distribution of LED bulbs for agricultural godowns

(24.) Which island group is home to India's only active volcano on Barren Island?

(a.) Lakshadweep Islands

(b.) Andaman and Nicobar Islands

(c.) Diu Islands

(d.) Majuli Island

(25.) With reference to the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) introduced by the RBI, consider the following statements: 1. It allows the RBI to absorb liquidity without requiring collateral from banks. 2. It replaced the fixed-rate reverse repo as the floor of the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) corridor. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(26.) The 'Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework' was adopted under the aegis of which international convention?

(a.) UNFCCC

(b.) UNCBD

(c.) UNCCD

(d.) RAMSAR Convention

(27.) Which city is the host of the headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO)?

(a.) Paris

(b.) Geneva

(c.) Rome

(d.) Washington D.C.

(28.) Which indigenous surface-to-air missile system developed by DRDO was inducted into the Indian Armed Forces for air defense capabilities against enemy aircraft and cruise missiles?

(a.) Akash

(b.) Nag

(c.) Helina

(d.) Prithvi-II

(29.) Consider the following statements regarding the 'PM Vishwakarma' scheme: 1. It provides holistic support to traditional artisans and craftspeople. 2. It offers collateral-free enterprise development loans at subsidized interest rates. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2