Consider the following statements regarding the Air Quality Index (AQI) in India:
1. AQI is a tool that provides a clear and simple way to understand the level of air pollution and its associated health risks.
2. It is calculated based on the concentration of key pollutants including PM2.5, PM10, NO₂, SO₂, CO, O₃, and NH₃.
3. AQI values above 300 indicate ‘Good’ air quality, posing minimal health risks to the general population.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the geography of Japan:
1. Japan is an archipelago consisting of more than 6,000 islands, of which Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku are the largest.
2. The country lies along the Pacific Ring of Fire, making it prone to frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
3. Japan experiences a temperate climate throughout the country, with minimal variation between its northern and southern regions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The government’s food grain stocks are currently much higher than the required buffer norms.
Statement 2: Continuous good monsoons and high procurement have led to oversupply and lower open-market prices.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements regarding Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel:
1. He was instrumental in the political integration of princely states into independent India.
2. He opposed the use of non-violent methods during the Indian freedom struggle.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to Cloud Seeding, consider the following statements:
1. It is a weather modification technique that aims to induce or enhance precipitation.
2. Silver iodide, sodium chloride, and dry ice are commonly used agents in cloud seeding.
3. Cloud seeding can only be carried out in cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK):
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa shares its border with both Afghanistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
- The Khyber Pass, an important historical trade route, lies within this province.
- The Indus River flows entirely through Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from north to south.
Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: Free and fair state elections are essential to uphold the spirit of federalism and democratic accountability in India.
Statement 2: The Election Commission of India conducts State Assembly elections under the supervision of respective State Election Commissions.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: India–Sri Lanka relations are shaped by shared cultural ties, strategic interests, and regional security concerns in the Indian Ocean.
Statement II: : India’s support for Sri Lanka’s infrastructure projects and humanitarian assistance strengthens bilateral trust and regional connectivity.
Statement III: The maritime cooperation between the two countries under SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) framework reflects India’s intent to ensure peace and stability in the Indian Ocean.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to Waqf Tribunals in India:
- They are established under the Waqf Act, 1995.
- They have jurisdiction to determine disputes related to eviction of tenants from waqf properties.
- Their decisions are final and can be challenged only before the High Court.
How many of the above is/are correct?
The National Air Quality Index (AQI) was launched by the CPCB in collaboration with: