Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Electoral Registration Officers (EROs)?
- They are responsible for the preparation, revision, and correction of electoral rolls for a constituency.
- They are appointed by the Election Commission of India in consultation with the State Government.
- They have the authority to conduct elections and declare results for Parliamentary and Assembly constituencies.
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Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: Chandrayaan‑2 was India’s first mission to attempt a soft landing on the Moon’s south polar region.
Statement 2: The mission included an orbiter, lander (Vikram), and rover (Pragyan), launched by Indian Space Research Organisation to conduct comprehensive lunar studies.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The International Space Station serves as a permanent laboratory for conducting scientific research in microgravity.
Statement II: The ISS enables long-duration experiments in human physiology, materials science, and space technology that cannot be conducted effectively on Earth.
Statement III: The ISS is operated solely by NASA, without participation from other countries.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to India–Bangladesh geography:
- India and Bangladesh share a land boundary of over 4,000 km, one of the longest international borders in the world.
- The boundary passes through plains, riverine tracts, and forested regions, including areas influenced by the Ganga–Brahmaputra–Meghna river system.
- The entire India–Bangladesh boundary is clearly demarcated by mountain ranges, making it geographically stable.
How many of the above is/are correct?
NISAR is a joint mission between which two space agencies?
Consider the following statements regarding the impact of GST rate cuts on India’s fiscal position in 2025-26:
- The Centre’s fiscal deficit widened mainly due to lagging tax revenue despite controlled expenditure.
- GST collections in November 2025 remained largely unchanged from the previous year, reflecting the effect of rate cuts.
- Non-tax revenue, including RBI dividends, has helped partially offset the shortfall in tax revenue.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) and banking sector resilience:
- GNPA ratio measures the proportion of loans overdue for more than 90 days to total advances and indicates asset quality of banks.
- Stress tests simulate macroeconomic shocks to assess the impact on banks’ GNPA, CRAR, and CET1 ratios.
- Even if GNPAs rise under adverse scenarios, banks may remain solvent if CRAR and CET1 ratios stay above the regulatory minimum.
- A decline in NPAs automatically ensures higher credit growth and financial stability.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding India–US cooperation in nuclear energy:
- India is partnering with a US firm to develop thorium as an alternative nuclear fuel due to its abundance and lower radioactive waste.
- The partnership reflects India’s strategic alignment with the US under the broader Indo-Pacific security framework.
- Thorium-based nuclear technology reduces nuclear proliferation risks compared to uranium.
- Such energy cooperation falls under India’s civil nuclear agreements, requiring regulatory approvals from both countries.
How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Consider the following statements regarding India’s strategic and diplomatic initiatives during the 2025–26 period:
- India fast-tracked the National Critical Mineral Mission and participated in the Mineral Security Partnership (MSP) with the US and Australia to strengthen supply-chain resilience.
- India hosted the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit and launched the Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement (AIKEYME) naval exercise to bolster Indo-Pacific cooperation.
- India positioned itself as the "Voice of the Global South" at COP 30 and strengthened its leadership role in the International Solar Alliance (ISA).
- India’s tech-diplomacy initiatives, including the global export of India Stack and cross-border linking of UPI, aimed at providing transparent public digital goods.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Consider the following factors that influence global copper prices:
- Supply-side disruptions at major copper-producing countries.
- Rising demand from technology, electric vehicles, and clean energy infrastructure.
- Trade policies, including tariffs and export restrictions.
- Currency fluctuations, particularly of the US dollar.
- Speculative and arbitrage activities in global commodity markets.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?