Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012?
- The Act defines a child as any person below the age of 16 years.
- The Act provides for the establishment of Special Courts for speedy trial of sexual offences against children.
- The Act mandates that the identity of the child victim shall not be disclosed under any circumstances.
Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature 2025 for his visionary and apocalyptic portrayal of the human condition.
Statement 2: His novels mirror life in Hungary during and after the fall of the Iron Curtain, portraying chaos and alienation.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The Worker Population Ratio (WPR) is an indicator used to measure the proportion of the working population engaged in economic activities in a given population.
Statement II: It is calculated as the ratio of employed persons to the total population, expressed as a percentage.
Statement III: A higher WPR implies a lower labour force participation and greater unemployment in the economy.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR):
- The LFPR measures the proportion of the working-age population that is either employed or actively seeking employment.
- The LFPR is calculated as the ratio of the labour force to the total population, expressed as a percentage.
- A decline in LFPR may indicate that a significant number of people have stopped looking for work due to discouragement or social factors.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Which of the following best describes the status of the Solicitor-General of India?
With reference to the findings of the UDISE+ 2024–25 report, consider the following statements:
- For the first time, India’s total number of teachers crossed 1 crore, with women forming a majority.
- The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) of girls at the secondary level has declined compared to 2022–23.
- Infrastructure improvements like functional toilets and electricity have played a significant role in reducing dropout rates among girls.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the recent unrest in Ladakh, consider the following statements:
- Ladakh was made a Union Territory in 2019 with a legislature.
- A major demand of protesters is inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.
- There is a demand for separate Lok Sabha seats for Leh and Kargil.
- The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh has full legislative powers equivalent to a state legislature under Article 240.
Which of the above statements are correct?
With reference to India–Afghanistan relations, consider the following statements:
- India has continued its humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan through the delivery of wheat and medical supplies under United Nations supervision.
- India officially recognizes the Taliban-led government established in Afghanistan since 2021.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements about the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize:
- The 2025 Peace Prize was awarded to María Corina Machado for her work in advancing democratic rights in Venezuela.
- The Nobel Committee has acknowledged external lobbying (e.g., from governments or political actors) as a valid factor in its selection process.
- María Corina Machado in her acceptance remarks dedicated the prize to the "suffering people of Venezuela" and also to Donald Trump, acknowledging his support.
- The Peace Prize continues to carry a medal, diploma, and monetary award as per tradition.
How many of the statements given above are incorrect?
Consider the following statements regarding rise in global gold prices:
Statement 1: Gold prices have been increasing globally over recent months.
Statement 2: Investors often buy gold as a safe-haven asset during times of economic uncertainty, currency depreciation, and high inflation.
Which of the following options is correct?