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Ques:1

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Article 51 of the UN Charter:

  1. It recognizes the inherent right of individual or collective self-defence in the event of an armed attack against a member of the United Nations.
  2. It allows pre-emptive strikes even if an actual armed attack has not occurred.
  3. Any measures taken in self-defence must be immediately reported to the United Nations Security Council.

Select the answer using the code given below:


Ques:2

Which of the following bodies can investigate and prosecute individuals for war crimes?


Ques:3

Consider the following with reference to the India–Croatia bilateral engagements:

  1. Indian Naval ships have made port calls to Croatia, indicating growing defence ties.
  2. Croatia is a member of the European Union and NATO.
  3. India and Croatia have signed a Free Trade Agreement under the India-EU framework.

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:4

Consider the following with reference to G7 Summit:

  1. Italy will hold the presidency of the G7 in 2025.
  2. The rotating presidency of the G7 determines the location and agenda of the annual summit.
  3. India is a permanent member of the G7 but boycotts some summits in protest of global inequities.
  4. The G7 countries collectively account for around 40% of global GDP.

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:5

Which of the following initiatives is not associated with the Quad?


Ques:6

Consider the following statements with reference to The Aravali Range

  1. The Range extends from Gujarat to Delhi through Rajasthan.
  2. They are divided into two main ranges i.e. the Sambhar Sirohi Range and the Sambhar Khetri Range.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?


Ques:7

Which of the following statements is TRUE about Armenia?


Ques:8

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: The destruction of the Aravalli hills has enabled the Thar desert's expansion toward the National Capital Region, causing increased desertification, higher pollution, and erratic weather.

Statement II: Explosive urbanization and unchecked mining are key contributors to the ongoing deterioration of the Aravali hills.

Which of the following options is true?


Ques:9

Consider the following statements with reference to Election Commission of India (ECI)

  1. It celebrated 75th Years of its establishment in 2025.
  2. The Election Commission of India (ECI) administers elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies, and the offices of the President and Vice President.

Which of the above statements are correct?


Ques:10

India launched Operation Sindhu to: