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Question 1 of 8
1. Question
Q1. {Envi – Conservation} Consider the following:
Indore
Bhopal
Srinagar
Udaipur
Which of the above Indian cities recently received Wetland City Accreditation (WCA) under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands?
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Explanation
Only options 1 and 4 are correct
Indore and Udaipur became the first Indian cities to receive Wetland City Accreditation (WCA) under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands (globally 31 accredited cities).
Sirpur Lake (Indore), a Ramsar site, is recognised for its role in water bird congregation and is being developed as a bird sanctuary.
Udaipur is surrounded by five important wetlands: Pichola, Fateh Sagar, Rang Sagar, Swaroop Sagar, and Doodh Talai and these wetlands play a crucial role in the city’s cultural identity, microclimate regulation, and protection against extreme weather events like floods.
Answer: (b) 1 and 4 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Only options 1 and 4 are correct
Indore and Udaipur became the first Indian cities to receive Wetland City Accreditation (WCA) under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands (globally 31 accredited cities).
Sirpur Lake (Indore), a Ramsar site, is recognised for its role in water bird congregation and is being developed as a bird sanctuary.
Udaipur is surrounded by five important wetlands: Pichola, Fateh Sagar, Rang Sagar, Swaroop Sagar, and Doodh Talai and these wetlands play a crucial role in the city’s cultural identity, microclimate regulation, and protection against extreme weather events like floods.
Answer: (b) 1 and 4 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Only options 1 and 4 are correct
Indore and Udaipur became the first Indian cities to receive Wetland City Accreditation (WCA) under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands (globally 31 accredited cities).
Sirpur Lake (Indore), a Ramsar site, is recognised for its role in water bird congregation and is being developed as a bird sanctuary.
Udaipur is surrounded by five important wetlands: Pichola, Fateh Sagar, Rang Sagar, Swaroop Sagar, and Doodh Talai and these wetlands play a crucial role in the city’s cultural identity, microclimate regulation, and protection against extreme weather events like floods.
Answer: (b) 1 and 4 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Question 2 of 8
2. Question
Q2. {S&T – Tech} Consider the following statements regarding the Crypto Exchanges in India:
It works similarly to stock exchanges, helping investors to buy and sell in digital currencies.
These platforms work on digital marketplaces and can be accessed using mobile apps.
Crypto businesses are legally obligated to perform Know Your Customer (KYC) based on physical presence.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
A cryptocurrency exchange works similarly to stock exchanges, which helps investors buy and sell in digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Tether.
Statement 2 is correct
These platforms work on digital marketplaces such as mobile apps or via desktop functions.
India will block URLs of 9 offshore exchanges, including Binance, after issuing ‘Show Cause’ notices.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The Finance Ministry mandated that crypto businesses register with the FIU and comply with the PMLA.
Crypto businesses will become legally obligated to perform Know Your Customer (KYC).
The obligation is activity-based and not physical presence-based.
Answer: (d) 3 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
A cryptocurrency exchange works similarly to stock exchanges, which helps investors buy and sell in digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Tether.
Statement 2 is correct
These platforms work on digital marketplaces such as mobile apps or via desktop functions.
India will block URLs of 9 offshore exchanges, including Binance, after issuing ‘Show Cause’ notices.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The Finance Ministry mandated that crypto businesses register with the FIU and comply with the PMLA.
Crypto businesses will become legally obligated to perform Know Your Customer (KYC).
The obligation is activity-based and not physical presence-based.
Answer: (d) 3 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
A cryptocurrency exchange works similarly to stock exchanges, which helps investors buy and sell in digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Tether.
Statement 2 is correct
These platforms work on digital marketplaces such as mobile apps or via desktop functions.
India will block URLs of 9 offshore exchanges, including Binance, after issuing ‘Show Cause’ notices.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The Finance Ministry mandated that crypto businesses register with the FIU and comply with the PMLA.
Crypto businesses will become legally obligated to perform Know Your Customer (KYC).
The obligation is activity-based and not physical presence-based.
Answer: (d) 3 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 3 of 8
3. Question
Q3. {Polity – IC – FRs} ‘Jalankantha’ in ancient times was referred to:
Correct
Explanation
Option (c) is correct
Historical Evolution of Timekeeping in India:
Ancient Timekeeping: Early Indians used water clocks (called Jalankantha) and sun dials for time measurement in ancient civilizations like Harappa.
Vedic Influence: In the Vedic period, time was divided into muhurats (periods) and yugas (epochs), reflecting spiritual and agricultural cycles.
Medieval Developments: Mughal rulers, particularly Akbar, employed astrological timekeeping methods, including zodiac-based time divisions.
Astronomical Advancements:Aryabhata and Varahamihira contributed significantly to precise time measurement through astronomical instruments like the astrolabe.
Colonial Impact: The British colonial period introduced the Western-style mechanical clocks, marking a shift toward standardized time.
Post-Independence Standardization:Indian Standard Time (IST) was formalized based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), aligning entire country under a single time zone, headquartered at Mirzapur.
Modern Innovations: In recent years, India has adopted digital technologies for precise time synchronization through Indian National Time (INT), a network using atomic clocks.
Answer: (c) Water clock; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Option (c) is correct
Historical Evolution of Timekeeping in India:
Ancient Timekeeping: Early Indians used water clocks (called Jalankantha) and sun dials for time measurement in ancient civilizations like Harappa.
Vedic Influence: In the Vedic period, time was divided into muhurats (periods) and yugas (epochs), reflecting spiritual and agricultural cycles.
Medieval Developments: Mughal rulers, particularly Akbar, employed astrological timekeeping methods, including zodiac-based time divisions.
Astronomical Advancements:Aryabhata and Varahamihira contributed significantly to precise time measurement through astronomical instruments like the astrolabe.
Colonial Impact: The British colonial period introduced the Western-style mechanical clocks, marking a shift toward standardized time.
Post-Independence Standardization:Indian Standard Time (IST) was formalized based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), aligning entire country under a single time zone, headquartered at Mirzapur.
Modern Innovations: In recent years, India has adopted digital technologies for precise time synchronization through Indian National Time (INT), a network using atomic clocks.
Answer: (c) Water clock; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Option (c) is correct
Historical Evolution of Timekeeping in India:
Ancient Timekeeping: Early Indians used water clocks (called Jalankantha) and sun dials for time measurement in ancient civilizations like Harappa.
Vedic Influence: In the Vedic period, time was divided into muhurats (periods) and yugas (epochs), reflecting spiritual and agricultural cycles.
Medieval Developments: Mughal rulers, particularly Akbar, employed astrological timekeeping methods, including zodiac-based time divisions.
Astronomical Advancements:Aryabhata and Varahamihira contributed significantly to precise time measurement through astronomical instruments like the astrolabe.
Colonial Impact: The British colonial period introduced the Western-style mechanical clocks, marking a shift toward standardized time.
Post-Independence Standardization:Indian Standard Time (IST) was formalized based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), aligning entire country under a single time zone, headquartered at Mirzapur.
Modern Innovations: In recent years, India has adopted digital technologies for precise time synchronization through Indian National Time (INT), a network using atomic clocks.
Answer: (c) Water clock; Difficulty Level: Easy
Question 4 of 8
4. Question
Q4. {Envi – Conservation} A wetland is eligible for protection under Ramsar convention, if it possess how many of the following features?
Regularly supports 30,000 water birds.
Regularly supports 1% of the individuals in a population of one species.
Supports threatened ecological communities.
Is a spawning ground and nursery.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
contains a representative, rare, or unique example of a natural or near-natural wetland type.
supports vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered species; or threatened ecological communities.
supports populations of plant and/or animal species important for maintaining the biological diversity of a particular biogeographic region.
supports plant and/or animal species at a critical stage in their life cycles or provides refuge during adverse conditions.
regularly supports 20,000 or more water birds.
regularly supports 1% of the individuals in a population of one species or subspecies of water birds.
supports a significant proportion of indigenous fish subspecies.
is an important source of food for fishes, spawning ground, nursery and/or migration path.
is an important source of food and water resource, increased possibilities for recreation and eco-tourism, etc.
Answer: (d) All four; Difficulty Level: Hard
Question 5 of 8
5. Question
Q5. {Polity – IC – Comparison} With reference to “martial law” in India, consider the following statements:
The Indian Constitution explicitly defines the term “martial law.”
Article 34 of the Constitution allows Parliament to indemnify individuals for acts committed during martial law in declared areas.
Since independence, India has officially declared martial law multiple times.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Martial law involves direct military control over civilian functions during an emergency, suspending civilian laws and empowering the military to handle governance, policing, and judicial processes.
It is typically imposed during situations like war, rebellion, or severe unrest.
Statement 1 is incorrect
The term “martial law” is not explicitly defined in the Indian Constitution.
Statement 2 is correct
Article 34 allows Parliament to indemnify individuals for acts during martial law in declared areas but doesn’t define the process for declaring martial law itself.
Statement 3 is incorrect
India has never officially declared martial law since independence.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Martial law involves direct military control over civilian functions during an emergency, suspending civilian laws and empowering the military to handle governance, policing, and judicial processes.
It is typically imposed during situations like war, rebellion, or severe unrest.
Statement 1 is incorrect
The term “martial law” is not explicitly defined in the Indian Constitution.
Statement 2 is correct
Article 34 allows Parliament to indemnify individuals for acts during martial law in declared areas but doesn’t define the process for declaring martial law itself.
Statement 3 is incorrect
India has never officially declared martial law since independence.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Martial law involves direct military control over civilian functions during an emergency, suspending civilian laws and empowering the military to handle governance, policing, and judicial processes.
It is typically imposed during situations like war, rebellion, or severe unrest.
Statement 1 is incorrect
The term “martial law” is not explicitly defined in the Indian Constitution.
Statement 2 is correct
Article 34 allows Parliament to indemnify individuals for acts during martial law in declared areas but doesn’t define the process for declaring martial law itself.
Statement 3 is incorrect
India has never officially declared martial law since independence.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 6 of 8
6. Question
Q6. {Agri – Crops} Which of the following statement is correct with respect to the Chinar tree?
Botanical Name:Oriental plane tree (Platanus orientalis var. cashmeriana).
Habitat: Found in cool climates with ample water, primarily in Eastern Himalayas.
Size: Grows up to 30 meters tall, with a girth of 10-15 meters.
Option (b) is incorrect
Historical and Religious Importance:
Mughal Influence: Introduced by Mughals, particularly during Jahangir’s reign, who planted chinars in Naseem Bagh and Chaar Chinari.
Religious Significance: Often found near Muslim and Hindu shrines in Kashmir.
Option (c) is incorrect
Cultural Significance: State tree of Jammu & Kashmir, featured in local art, craft, and literature.
Artistic Significance: Chinar motifs are common in papier-mache, embroidery, carpets, and walnut wood carvings.
Oldest Known Chinar Tree: Planted by a Sufi saint, is located in Chattergam village, central Kashmir.
Option (d) is incorrect
Takes 30-50 years to mature; reaches full size after 150 years.
Answer: (a) It is primarily found in the Eastern Himalayas and thrives in cool climates with ample water; Difficulty Level: Hard
Question 7 of 8
7. Question
Q7. {S&T – Space} Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to Navigation satellite, NVS-02?
NVS-02 is equipped with indigenous atomic clocks and supports widely-used L1 frequency for enhanced compatibility with smartphones and wearable devices.
It will be placed directly into a geostationary orbit to function as part of the NavIC constellation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct, but statement 2 is incorrect
NVS-02 is the second in a series of five advanced satellites designed to replace the current Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) constellation, also known as NavIC.
It features indigenous atomic clocks for improved accuracy and has an extended lifespan of 12 years.
It includes widely-used L1 frequency for better compatibility with smartphones and smaller devices like fitness trackers.
It is configured with Navigation payload in L1, L5 and S bands in addition to ranging payload in C-band.
The satellite will be inserted into a Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO).
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct, but statement 2 is incorrect
NVS-02 is the second in a series of five advanced satellites designed to replace the current Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) constellation, also known as NavIC.
It features indigenous atomic clocks for improved accuracy and has an extended lifespan of 12 years.
It includes widely-used L1 frequency for better compatibility with smartphones and smaller devices like fitness trackers.
It is configured with Navigation payload in L1, L5 and S bands in addition to ranging payload in C-band.
The satellite will be inserted into a Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO).
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct, but statement 2 is incorrect
NVS-02 is the second in a series of five advanced satellites designed to replace the current Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) constellation, also known as NavIC.
It features indigenous atomic clocks for improved accuracy and has an extended lifespan of 12 years.
It includes widely-used L1 frequency for better compatibility with smartphones and smaller devices like fitness trackers.
It is configured with Navigation payload in L1, L5 and S bands in addition to ranging payload in C-band.
The satellite will be inserted into a Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO).
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 8 of 8
8. Question
Q8. {Prelims – Sci – Bio} With reference to Paraquat, consider the following statements:
Paraquat is classified as highly hazardous by the World Health Organization (WHO).
It is banned in over 70 countries, but is still used in India and the United States.
An antidote is available to counteract Paraquat poisoning effectively.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
It is known as paraquat dichloride or methyl viologen, it is a widely used herbicide for weed control and crop desiccation.
The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies paraquat as moderately hazardous.
Even a small accidental sip can be fatal.
Statement 2 is correct
It is banned in over 70 countries, including China and the EU, but still widely used in the US and India.
Statement 3 is incorrect
Poisoning can occur through ingestion, prolonged skin contact, or inhalation.
The chemical rapidly spreads through the body and causes damage to the mouth, stomach, intestinal lining, lungs, liver, kidneys, heart (causing rapid heart rate and potential failure), and Respiratory system.
Treatment focuses on supportive care to manage organ damage as there is no known antidote for paraquat poisoning.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
It is known as paraquat dichloride or methyl viologen, it is a widely used herbicide for weed control and crop desiccation.
The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies paraquat as moderately hazardous.
Even a small accidental sip can be fatal.
Statement 2 is correct
It is banned in over 70 countries, including China and the EU, but still widely used in the US and India.
Statement 3 is incorrect
Poisoning can occur through ingestion, prolonged skin contact, or inhalation.
The chemical rapidly spreads through the body and causes damage to the mouth, stomach, intestinal lining, lungs, liver, kidneys, heart (causing rapid heart rate and potential failure), and Respiratory system.
Treatment focuses on supportive care to manage organ damage as there is no known antidote for paraquat poisoning.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
It is known as paraquat dichloride or methyl viologen, it is a widely used herbicide for weed control and crop desiccation.
The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies paraquat as moderately hazardous.
Even a small accidental sip can be fatal.
Statement 2 is correct
It is banned in over 70 countries, including China and the EU, but still widely used in the US and India.
Statement 3 is incorrect
Poisoning can occur through ingestion, prolonged skin contact, or inhalation.
The chemical rapidly spreads through the body and causes damage to the mouth, stomach, intestinal lining, lungs, liver, kidneys, heart (causing rapid heart rate and potential failure), and Respiratory system.
Treatment focuses on supportive care to manage organ damage as there is no known antidote for paraquat poisoning.
Answer: (b) 2 only; Difficulty Level: Hard
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