Which of the following statements are correct in respect of the Matthew Effect?
- It describes how already recognised scientists may receive disproportionate credit for scientific contributions.
- The concept is associated with Robert K. Merton and has been used to explain unequal recognition in science, including prestigious awards such as the Nobel Prize.
- It suggests that scientific recognition is always distributed strictly according to the actual contribution of each researcher.
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Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The Monetary Policy Committee is responsible for determining the policy repo rate to achieve the inflation target in India.
Statement 2: The MPC consists of six members, with two members nominated by the Central Government and two members representing the Reserve Bank of India.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
- Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) invest in financial assets of a country without necessarily seeking management control over the companies in which they invest.
- FPIs can invest in Indian securities such as equities, government bonds and corporate bonds, subject to regulations prescribed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following with reference to Pareto Principle:
- It states that a large proportion of outcomes often results from a relatively small proportion of causes.
- It is commonly expressed as the 80/20 rule, where roughly 80% of outcomes arise from 20% of inputs or causes.
- The principle implies that the 80:20 ratio is a fixed and universal mathematical rule applicable in exactly the same form to every situation.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Which architectural feature is most characteristic of the Raj Ghat memorial?
With reference to the El Niño phenomenon and its climatic dynamics, consider the following statements:
- An El Niño event is officially declared when sea surface temperatures along the equatorial and central Pacific Ocean exceed 0.5∘C above normal.
- The El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is a recurring ocean-atmospheric cycle with a strict periodicity of 10 to 12 years.
- El Niño conditions typically suppress rainfall over the Indian subcontinent, often leading to monsoon deficits.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding proposed reforms in national competitive examinations:
- 'Debundling of examination' involves splitting distinct stages—such as question paper setting, security management, and test center oversight—among separate independent agencies.
- The government is exploring a shift for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) from pen-and-paper mode to a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format.
- The National Testing Agency (NTA) requested the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) to identify available spaces in government technical institutions to set up standard testing centers.
- The administrative coordination of the Task Force's progress report to the Supreme Court was managed directly by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following two statements regarding Anne Carson’s approach to literature:
Statement-I: Anne Carson is recognized for blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate poetry, fiction, criticism, and memoir.
Statement-II: She strictly avoids combining personal experiences or emotional themes like grief with classical mythology and translation.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Based on the structural linkages between global energy markets and agricultural trade, which mechanism best explains how sustained high crude oil prices contribute to domestic food inflation in edible oil-importing countries like India?
Consider the following pairs:
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GST Reform Area
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Key Provision / Policy Action
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1. Unregistered E-commerce Riders
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5% GST rate on delivery services provided through platforms
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2. Inverted Duty Refund (Input Services)
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Tax credit monetization available starting November 1, 2026
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3. Overseas Branch Services Billing
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Categorized as domestic non-exempt supply barred from export benefits
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4. SEZ / FTWZ Deliveries for Overseas Buyers
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Granted zero-rating tax benefits if paid in convertible forex or permitted INR
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How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?