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Question 1 of 7
1. Question
Q1. {Social Sector – Education} Consider the following statements regarding the National Medical Commission (NMC):
It is a statutory body established under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019.
70% of the members of NMC are elected.
The NMC regulates medical education, sets standards, and grants approval for medical colleges in India.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Explanation
Statements 1 and 3 are correct
National Medical Commission (NMC) is a statutory body established under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019.
The NMC replaced the erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI) which was established in 1934.
Objectives of NMC:
Improve access to quality and affordable medical education. It regulates medical education, sets standards, and grants approval for medical colleges in India.
Ensure the availability of adequate and high-quality medical professionals.
Promote equitable and universal healthcare.
Encourages medical professionals to adopt the latest medical research.
Objectively assess medical institutions periodically.
Maintain a medical register for India.
Enforce high ethical standards for medical services.
Have an effective grievance redressal mechanism.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statements 1 and 3 are correct
National Medical Commission (NMC) is a statutory body established under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019.
The NMC replaced the erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI) which was established in 1934.
Objectives of NMC:
Improve access to quality and affordable medical education. It regulates medical education, sets standards, and grants approval for medical colleges in India.
Ensure the availability of adequate and high-quality medical professionals.
Promote equitable and universal healthcare.
Encourages medical professionals to adopt the latest medical research.
Objectively assess medical institutions periodically.
Maintain a medical register for India.
Enforce high ethical standards for medical services.
Have an effective grievance redressal mechanism.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statements 1 and 3 are correct
National Medical Commission (NMC) is a statutory body established under the National Medical Commission Act, 2019.
The NMC replaced the erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI) which was established in 1934.
Objectives of NMC:
Improve access to quality and affordable medical education. It regulates medical education, sets standards, and grants approval for medical colleges in India.
Ensure the availability of adequate and high-quality medical professionals.
Promote equitable and universal healthcare.
Encourages medical professionals to adopt the latest medical research.
Objectively assess medical institutions periodically.
Maintain a medical register for India.
Enforce high ethical standards for medical services.
Have an effective grievance redressal mechanism.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 2 of 7
2. Question
Q2. {Social Sector – Health – Diseases} With reference to the Anemia, consider the following statements:
It affects approximately 70% of pregnant women in India.
AnemiaPhone technology, a portable device for rapid screening and diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia, was developed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
Anaemia is a condition characterised by a deficiency of red blood cells or haemoglobin, leading to fatigue, weakness, and other health issues.
Anaemia Prevalence: Affects 50%-70% of pregnant women in India.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Cornell University has transferred its AnemiaPhone technology to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to enhance anaemia detection across India.
It is a portable device for rapid screening and diagnosis of iron deficiency anaemia.
Functionality: Utilizes a small blood sample from a finger stick applied to a test strip; results are ana-lysed by a reader and uploaded to a clinical database via mobile devices.
Accessibility: Enables rapid, on-site screening without extensive laboratory infrastructure.
Affordability: Cost-effective solution for widespread anaemia screening.
Ease of Use: Minimal training is required for healthcare workers to operate the device.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
Anaemia is a condition characterised by a deficiency of red blood cells or haemoglobin, leading to fatigue, weakness, and other health issues.
Anaemia Prevalence: Affects 50%-70% of pregnant women in India.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Cornell University has transferred its AnemiaPhone technology to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to enhance anaemia detection across India.
It is a portable device for rapid screening and diagnosis of iron deficiency anaemia.
Functionality: Utilizes a small blood sample from a finger stick applied to a test strip; results are ana-lysed by a reader and uploaded to a clinical database via mobile devices.
Accessibility: Enables rapid, on-site screening without extensive laboratory infrastructure.
Affordability: Cost-effective solution for widespread anaemia screening.
Ease of Use: Minimal training is required for healthcare workers to operate the device.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
Anaemia is a condition characterised by a deficiency of red blood cells or haemoglobin, leading to fatigue, weakness, and other health issues.
Anaemia Prevalence: Affects 50%-70% of pregnant women in India.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Cornell University has transferred its AnemiaPhone technology to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to enhance anaemia detection across India.
It is a portable device for rapid screening and diagnosis of iron deficiency anaemia.
Functionality: Utilizes a small blood sample from a finger stick applied to a test strip; results are ana-lysed by a reader and uploaded to a clinical database via mobile devices.
Accessibility: Enables rapid, on-site screening without extensive laboratory infrastructure.
Affordability: Cost-effective solution for widespread anaemia screening.
Ease of Use: Minimal training is required for healthcare workers to operate the device.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 3 of 7
3. Question
Q3. {Envi – Conservation} Garudakshi Portal is related to which of the following?
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Explanation
Option (c) is correct
Karnataka’s Forest Department has launched the Garudakshi portal with pilot implementation in Bengaluru Urban, Bhadravathi, Sirsi & Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary divisions.
Introduced by the Karnataka Forest Department in partnership with the Wildlife Trust of India to facili-tate online registration of FIRs related to wildlife and forest offences.
Mandatory Online FIR Registration: Modeled on the police’s online FIR system, FIR registration via the portal will be compulsory upon implementation.
Automation: Auto-generates formats for reports and complaints.
Public Access: Enables public complaints via mobile phones or emails.
Modules Included: Online Forest Offence Registration; Investigation Module tracks case progress and assists investigators; Reporting Module provides insights into trends, complaints, and chargesheets filed; Legacy Case Registration Module converts existing cases into digital format.
Answer: (c) To facilitate online registration of FIRs related to wildlife and forest offences; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Option (c) is correct
Karnataka’s Forest Department has launched the Garudakshi portal with pilot implementation in Bengaluru Urban, Bhadravathi, Sirsi & Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary divisions.
Introduced by the Karnataka Forest Department in partnership with the Wildlife Trust of India to facili-tate online registration of FIRs related to wildlife and forest offences.
Mandatory Online FIR Registration: Modeled on the police’s online FIR system, FIR registration via the portal will be compulsory upon implementation.
Automation: Auto-generates formats for reports and complaints.
Public Access: Enables public complaints via mobile phones or emails.
Modules Included: Online Forest Offence Registration; Investigation Module tracks case progress and assists investigators; Reporting Module provides insights into trends, complaints, and chargesheets filed; Legacy Case Registration Module converts existing cases into digital format.
Answer: (c) To facilitate online registration of FIRs related to wildlife and forest offences; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Option (c) is correct
Karnataka’s Forest Department has launched the Garudakshi portal with pilot implementation in Bengaluru Urban, Bhadravathi, Sirsi & Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary divisions.
Introduced by the Karnataka Forest Department in partnership with the Wildlife Trust of India to facili-tate online registration of FIRs related to wildlife and forest offences.
Mandatory Online FIR Registration: Modeled on the police’s online FIR system, FIR registration via the portal will be compulsory upon implementation.
Automation: Auto-generates formats for reports and complaints.
Public Access: Enables public complaints via mobile phones or emails.
Modules Included: Online Forest Offence Registration; Investigation Module tracks case progress and assists investigators; Reporting Module provides insights into trends, complaints, and chargesheets filed; Legacy Case Registration Module converts existing cases into digital format.
Answer: (c) To facilitate online registration of FIRs related to wildlife and forest offences; Difficulty Level: Easy
Question 4 of 7
4. Question
Q4. {Envi – Species} With reference to the Tigers, consider the following statements:
Tigers are solitary and territorial animals that disperse to establish exclusive hunting and reproductive zones.
Male tigers disperse farther than females due to territorial conflicts.
Radio-telemetry technology is used to track tiger movements across different regions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct
Tigers are solitary, territorial animals dispersing to establish exclusive hunting and reproductive zones.
Male Dispersal Dominance: Males disperse farther (upto 650km) than females due to territorial conflicts.
Non-Linear Paths: Tigers traverse human landscapes, forests, and fragmented habitats, adapting to diverse environments.
Longest Documented Journey: 2,000 km across four states, covering a 650 km linear distance (2023).
Statement 3 is correct
Technologies Used to Track Tiger Movements:
Radio-Telemetry:Tracks movement across regions; reveals their ability to navigate non-forest areas.
GPS Collar Monitoring: Used to study distances covered and resting site patterns.
Camera Trapping: Records tiger presence at altitudes (seen upto 13,800 ft, showcasing adaptability).
Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct
Tigers are solitary, territorial animals dispersing to establish exclusive hunting and reproductive zones.
Male Dispersal Dominance: Males disperse farther (upto 650km) than females due to territorial conflicts.
Non-Linear Paths: Tigers traverse human landscapes, forests, and fragmented habitats, adapting to diverse environments.
Longest Documented Journey: 2,000 km across four states, covering a 650 km linear distance (2023).
Statement 3 is correct
Technologies Used to Track Tiger Movements:
Radio-Telemetry:Tracks movement across regions; reveals their ability to navigate non-forest areas.
GPS Collar Monitoring: Used to study distances covered and resting site patterns.
Camera Trapping: Records tiger presence at altitudes (seen upto 13,800 ft, showcasing adaptability).
Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct
Tigers are solitary, territorial animals dispersing to establish exclusive hunting and reproductive zones.
Male Dispersal Dominance: Males disperse farther (upto 650km) than females due to territorial conflicts.
Non-Linear Paths: Tigers traverse human landscapes, forests, and fragmented habitats, adapting to diverse environments.
Longest Documented Journey: 2,000 km across four states, covering a 650 km linear distance (2023).
Statement 3 is correct
Technologies Used to Track Tiger Movements:
Radio-Telemetry:Tracks movement across regions; reveals their ability to navigate non-forest areas.
GPS Collar Monitoring: Used to study distances covered and resting site patterns.
Camera Trapping: Records tiger presence at altitudes (seen upto 13,800 ft, showcasing adaptability).
Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 5 of 7
5. Question
Q5. {Prelims – PIN World – Australia} Rottnest Island, recently in the news, is part of which of the following countries?
Correct
Explanation
Recently, A seaplane crashed during takeoff from an Australian Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island, known as Wadjemup to the WhadjukNoongar people, holds cultural significance.
It is home to theQuokka(Setonix brachyurus), a rare marsupial on the mainland.
Quokkas are Small, herbivorousmarsupial with a round, compact body, short fur, and a distinctive smile-like expression. Its fur is typically brown-grey with lighter patches on the belly.
They are nocturnal and known for being social and curious, often approaching humans for food, though they are not aggressive.
Habitat: Native to Australia, quokkas are primarily found on Rottnest Island, with a small population on the mainland in bushland areas. They thrive in shrubland and woodlands, often near water sources.
Threats: Habitat loss, predation by introduced species, and limited distribution.
Answer: (b) Australia; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Recently, A seaplane crashed during takeoff from an Australian Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island, known as Wadjemup to the WhadjukNoongar people, holds cultural significance.
It is home to theQuokka(Setonix brachyurus), a rare marsupial on the mainland.
Quokkas are Small, herbivorousmarsupial with a round, compact body, short fur, and a distinctive smile-like expression. Its fur is typically brown-grey with lighter patches on the belly.
They are nocturnal and known for being social and curious, often approaching humans for food, though they are not aggressive.
Habitat: Native to Australia, quokkas are primarily found on Rottnest Island, with a small population on the mainland in bushland areas. They thrive in shrubland and woodlands, often near water sources.
Threats: Habitat loss, predation by introduced species, and limited distribution.
Answer: (b) Australia; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Recently, A seaplane crashed during takeoff from an Australian Rottnest Island
Rottnest Island, known as Wadjemup to the WhadjukNoongar people, holds cultural significance.
It is home to theQuokka(Setonix brachyurus), a rare marsupial on the mainland.
Quokkas are Small, herbivorousmarsupial with a round, compact body, short fur, and a distinctive smile-like expression. Its fur is typically brown-grey with lighter patches on the belly.
They are nocturnal and known for being social and curious, often approaching humans for food, though they are not aggressive.
Habitat: Native to Australia, quokkas are primarily found on Rottnest Island, with a small population on the mainland in bushland areas. They thrive in shrubland and woodlands, often near water sources.
Threats: Habitat loss, predation by introduced species, and limited distribution.
Answer: (b) Australia; Difficulty Level: Easy
Question 6 of 7
6. Question
Q6. {Prelims – Sci – Bio} With reference to the Androgen Receptors in Birds, consider the following statements:
Androgen receptors play a significant role in the sexual development of both male and female birds.
The absence of androgen receptors leads to infertility in female birds but not in male birds.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
A recent study used CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing to blockandrogen receptor functions and emphasised the critical role of androgen signalling for the normal physiological and sexual development of both male and female birds.
Androgen receptors are proteins that bind to androgen hormones like testosterone, playing a crucial role in sexual development, fertility, and physiological processes in both males and females.
In humans, animals and birds alike, androgen receptors mediate the effects of androgens (such as testosterone), influencing male sexual development, secondary sexual characteristics (deep voice, body hair), fertility & behaviour while also impacting females’ reproductive health & other functions.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Studies show both male and femalechickens without androgen receptors are infertile.
Males developed testicles, while females developed ovaries, but both were smaller than chickens with functional androgen receptors.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
A recent study used CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing to blockandrogen receptor functions and emphasised the critical role of androgen signalling for the normal physiological and sexual development of both male and female birds.
Androgen receptors are proteins that bind to androgen hormones like testosterone, playing a crucial role in sexual development, fertility, and physiological processes in both males and females.
In humans, animals and birds alike, androgen receptors mediate the effects of androgens (such as testosterone), influencing male sexual development, secondary sexual characteristics (deep voice, body hair), fertility & behaviour while also impacting females’ reproductive health & other functions.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Studies show both male and femalechickens without androgen receptors are infertile.
Males developed testicles, while females developed ovaries, but both were smaller than chickens with functional androgen receptors.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
A recent study used CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing to blockandrogen receptor functions and emphasised the critical role of androgen signalling for the normal physiological and sexual development of both male and female birds.
Androgen receptors are proteins that bind to androgen hormones like testosterone, playing a crucial role in sexual development, fertility, and physiological processes in both males and females.
In humans, animals and birds alike, androgen receptors mediate the effects of androgens (such as testosterone), influencing male sexual development, secondary sexual characteristics (deep voice, body hair), fertility & behaviour while also impacting females’ reproductive health & other functions.
Statement 2 is incorrect
Studies show both male and femalechickens without androgen receptors are infertile.
Males developed testicles, while females developed ovaries, but both were smaller than chickens with functional androgen receptors.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
Question 7 of 7
7. Question
Q7. {Envi – CC} Consider the following statements:
Statement – I: There is widespread concern about global temperature reaching 1.6°C above pre-industrial levels in 2024.
Statement – II: World’s second-largest ice sheet, the Arctic, if melted completely, could raise sea levels by 7.2 metres.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Correct
Explanation
Statement I is correct
In 2024, global temperature surpassed the 1.5°C threshold, reaching 1.6°C above pre-industrial levels, raising concerns about climate tipping points & the urgency of mitigation measures.
Contributing factors:
Rising Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions: Persistent emissions from fossil fuel use continue to drive global warming. Despite commitments under Paris Agreement, emission reductions remain insufficient to meet targets.
Exceptional Warming Events: 2023 and 2024 were exceptionally warm, surpassing the previous record of 2016 (strong El Niño year). Recent warming attributed to mild El Niño, underwater volcanic eruptions (Tonga, 2022), and reduced sulphur dioxide emissions from the shipping industry.
Impact of El Niño: El Niño contributed to recent temp spikes. It leads to warming by altering ocean-atmosphere interactions.
Impact of La Niña: La Niña temporarily offsets global warming but is typically followed by El Niño, causing rebounds.
Statement II is correct
According to IPCC, tipping points are ‘critical thresholds in a system that, when exceeded, can lead to a significant change in the state of the system, often with an understanding that the change is irreversible.’
More recent assessments found that exceeding 1.5°C of global warming risks crossing several of these thresholds.
Greenland Ice Sheet: As the world’s second-largest ice sheet, the Arctic holds enough water that, if melted completely, could raise sea levels by 7.2 metres.The Arctic ice sheet is warming 3 to 4 times faster than the rest of the world, adding almost 1mm to global sea levels every year.
While both statements are correct, Statement II does not directly explain the concern raised in Statement I, because they address different aspects of climate change.
Answer: (b) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement I; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement I is correct
In 2024, global temperature surpassed the 1.5°C threshold, reaching 1.6°C above pre-industrial levels, raising concerns about climate tipping points & the urgency of mitigation measures.
Contributing factors:
Rising Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions: Persistent emissions from fossil fuel use continue to drive global warming. Despite commitments under Paris Agreement, emission reductions remain insufficient to meet targets.
Exceptional Warming Events: 2023 and 2024 were exceptionally warm, surpassing the previous record of 2016 (strong El Niño year). Recent warming attributed to mild El Niño, underwater volcanic eruptions (Tonga, 2022), and reduced sulphur dioxide emissions from the shipping industry.
Impact of El Niño: El Niño contributed to recent temp spikes. It leads to warming by altering ocean-atmosphere interactions.
Impact of La Niña: La Niña temporarily offsets global warming but is typically followed by El Niño, causing rebounds.
Statement II is correct
According to IPCC, tipping points are ‘critical thresholds in a system that, when exceeded, can lead to a significant change in the state of the system, often with an understanding that the change is irreversible.’
More recent assessments found that exceeding 1.5°C of global warming risks crossing several of these thresholds.
Greenland Ice Sheet: As the world’s second-largest ice sheet, the Arctic holds enough water that, if melted completely, could raise sea levels by 7.2 metres.The Arctic ice sheet is warming 3 to 4 times faster than the rest of the world, adding almost 1mm to global sea levels every year.
While both statements are correct, Statement II does not directly explain the concern raised in Statement I, because they address different aspects of climate change.
Answer: (b) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement I; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement I is correct
In 2024, global temperature surpassed the 1.5°C threshold, reaching 1.6°C above pre-industrial levels, raising concerns about climate tipping points & the urgency of mitigation measures.
Contributing factors:
Rising Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions: Persistent emissions from fossil fuel use continue to drive global warming. Despite commitments under Paris Agreement, emission reductions remain insufficient to meet targets.
Exceptional Warming Events: 2023 and 2024 were exceptionally warm, surpassing the previous record of 2016 (strong El Niño year). Recent warming attributed to mild El Niño, underwater volcanic eruptions (Tonga, 2022), and reduced sulphur dioxide emissions from the shipping industry.
Impact of El Niño: El Niño contributed to recent temp spikes. It leads to warming by altering ocean-atmosphere interactions.
Impact of La Niña: La Niña temporarily offsets global warming but is typically followed by El Niño, causing rebounds.
Statement II is correct
According to IPCC, tipping points are ‘critical thresholds in a system that, when exceeded, can lead to a significant change in the state of the system, often with an understanding that the change is irreversible.’
More recent assessments found that exceeding 1.5°C of global warming risks crossing several of these thresholds.
Greenland Ice Sheet: As the world’s second-largest ice sheet, the Arctic holds enough water that, if melted completely, could raise sea levels by 7.2 metres.The Arctic ice sheet is warming 3 to 4 times faster than the rest of the world, adding almost 1mm to global sea levels every year.
While both statements are correct, Statement II does not directly explain the concern raised in Statement I, because they address different aspects of climate change.
Answer: (b) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II is not the correct explanation for Statement I; Difficulty Level: Medium
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