(1.) Which satellite mission jointly developed by ISRO and NASA aims to map the entire Globe every 12 days using dual-frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar?

(a.) NISAR

(b.) TRISHNA

(c.) MEGHA-TROPIQUES

(d.) OCEANSAT-3

(2.) Consider the following statements regarding the 'PM-JANMAN' scheme: 1. It aims to provide essential facilities to Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). 2. It is implemented by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in coordination with 9 key ministries. 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

(3.) In India, the T+0 settlement cycle option for the equity cash segment was introduced on an optional basis by which regulatory body?

(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)

(4.) With reference to 'Mission Divyastra' tested by DRDO, consider the following statements: 1. It refers to the flight test of Agni-V missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology. 2. India joined a select group of nations possessing MIRV capability. Which of the statements is/are correct?

(a.) 1 only

(b.) 2 only

(c.) Both 1 and 2

(d.) Neither 1 nor 2

(5.) Which international organization publishes the Global Gender Gap Report annually?

(a.) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

(b.) World Economic Forum (WEF)

(c.) World Bank

(d.) International Labour Organization (ILO)

(6.) The 'PM PRANAM' scheme announced by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers aims to achieve which of the following goals?

(a.) Promote alternate fertilizers and reduce the chemical fertilizer subsidy burden

(b.) Provide direct income support to organic farmers

(c.) Automate irrigation pumps across rural regions

(d.) Export excess urea to neighboring nations

(7.) The first private military aircraft manufacturing plant in India, set up for manufacturing C-295 transport aircraft, is located in which city?

(a.) Bengaluru, Karnataka

(b.) Vadodara, Gujarat

(c.) Hyderabad, Telangana

(d.) Pune, Maharashtra

(8.) Which Constitutional Article empowers the President of India to constitute the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council?

(a.) Article 246A

(b.) Article 269A

(c.) Article 279A

(d.) Article 280

(9.) What is the primary function of the 'Prompt Corrective Action' (PCA) framework enforced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

(a.) To fast-track loan approvals for MSMEs

(b.) To monitor and restore the financial health of weak or financially vulnerable banks

(c.) To regulate non-performing assets of foreign central banks

(d.) To direct stock exchanges during market volatility

(10.) Which island in India is home to the 'Great Nicobar Island Development Project', which includes an International Transshipment Terminal?

(a.) Great Nicobar Island

(b.) Little Andaman

(c.) North Andaman

(d.) Minicoy Island

(11.) Under the National Sickle Cell Anemia Elimination Mission, by which target year does the Government of India aim to eliminate Sickle Cell Anemia?

(a.) 2030

(b.) 2035

(c.) 2040

(d.) 2047

(12.) The Lagrange point L1, where India's Aditya-L1 solar observatory satellite is placed, is situated at approximately what distance from Earth?

(a.) 150,000 kilometers

(b.) 1.5 million kilometers

(c.) 15 million kilometers

(d.) 150 million kilometers

(13.) What is the primary goal under the 'Lakhpati Didi' initiative regarding self-help group (SHG) women in rural India?

(a.) To enable SHG women to earn a minimum sustainable annual income of Rs 1 lakh per household

(b.) A fixed one-time grant of Rs 1 lakh to each rural woman

(c.) An annual pension of Rs 1 lakh to senior female citizens

(d.) A loan waiver of up to Rs 1 lakh for small farmers

(14.) Consider the following statements regarding the Financial Action Task Force (FATF): 1. It is an inter-governmental body established by the G7. 2. Its secretariat is housed at the OECD headquarters in Paris. 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

(15.) The 'Bharat NCAP' framework launched by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is designed for which purpose?

(a.) Safety rating and crash testing of passenger cars in India

(b.) National highway electronic toll collection

(c.) Assessing fuel efficiency of electric vehicles

(d.) Certifying commercial aircraft pilots

(16.) Under the SWAMITVA scheme, property cards are issued to rural property owners using which advanced survey technology?

(a.) Satellite Imagery only

(b.) Drone technology

(c.) Manual chain land surveying

(d.) LiDAR attached to commercial aircraft

(17.) Which of the following bodies compiles and releases the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Combined (Rural/Urban) inflation data in India?

(a.) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

(b.) National Statistical Office (NSO), MoSPI

(c.) Office of Economic Adviser, DPIIT

(d.) NITI Aayog

(18.) The 'PM Vishwakarma' scheme provides institutional credit support at a subsidized interest rate to traditional artisans and craftspeople. What is the subsidized interest rate offered to beneficiaries?

(a.) 3%

(b.) 5%

(c.) 7%

(d.) 9%

(19.) Which sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh was selected as the second home for African Cheetahs after Kuno National Park?

(a.) Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary

(b.) Nauradehi Sanctuary

(c.) Pench National Park

(d.) Bandhavgarh National Park

(20.) What is the statutory minimum Capital Conservation Buffer (CCB) required for banks in India under Basel III norms?

(a.) 1.5%

(b.) 2.5%

(c.) 3.5%

(d.) 4.5%

(21.) With reference to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), consider the following: 1. It is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for regulating shipping. 2. Its headquarters is located in London, United Kingdom. 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

(22.) What is the key target of the 'Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework' adopted at COP15 with respect to land and ocean protection by 2030?

(a.) Protecting at least 10% of terrestrial and marine areas

(b.) Protecting at least 30% of terrestrial and marine areas ('30x30')

(c.) Achieving zero deforestation globally

(d.) Restoring 100% of degraded coastal wetlands

(23.) Which organization releases the Global Innovation Index (GII) globally?

(a.) World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

(b.) World Trade Organization (WTO)

(c.) World Bank

(d.) World Economic Forum (WEF)

(24.) The 'PM-DevINE' scheme is dedicated to funding infrastructure and social development projects specifically in which region of India?

(a.) Himalayan States

(b.) North-Eastern Region

(c.) Coastal States

(d.) Aspirational Districts in Central India

(25.) In the context of Indian economy, Wholesale Price Index (WPI) numbers are released monthly by which office?

(a.) National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)

(b.) Office of the Economic Adviser, Ministry of Commerce and Industry

(c.) Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance

(d.) Reserve Bank of India

(26.) Which Indian Naval Ship (INS) was commissioned as the first indigenously designed and built aircraft carrier of India?

(a.) INS Vikramaditya

(b.) INS Vikrant

(c.) INS Viraat

(d.) INS Arihant