IAS/UPSC Coaching Institute  

Ques:1

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) system:

  1. RTGS enables funds to be transferred from one bank account to another on a real-time and gross basis.
  2. It is primarily used for high-value transactions, with a minimum amount limit prescribed by the RBI.
  3. Transactions under RTGS are processed and settled only during banking hours on working days.

Select the answer using the code given below:


Ques:2

Consider the following statements:

Statement 1: The ASEAN Secretariat is located in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Statement 2: The Secretary-General of ASEAN is appointed for a term of five years by the ASEAN Summit.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:3

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is the highest decision-making body in the Ministry of Defence for capital acquisitions of weapons and equipment.

Statement II: The DAC is chaired by the Defence Secretary of India.

Statement III: The DAC approves long-term capability development plans and capital acquisition proposals for the Armed Forces.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:4

Consider the following with reference to WazirX?

  1. WazirX is a cryptocurrency exchange platform founded in India that allows users to buy, sell, and trade digital assets.
  2. It was acquired by Binance, one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges.
  3. All transactions on WazirX are fully regulated and approved under the Reserve Bank of India’s cryptocurrency framework.

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:5

Which of the following best explains the principle behind Cloud Seeding?


Ques:6

Consider the following statements regarding the locations of certain pilgrimage sites in the Himalayas:

1. Kedarnath is located in Uttarakhand near the Mandakini River.

2. Gangotri is the origin of the Ganga River and is situated in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.

3. Yamunotri, the source of the Yamuna River, is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand.

Which of the statements given above are correct?


Ques:7

Consider the following statements regarding Chrysanthemum flowers:

1. Chrysanthemum is native to East Asia and North-eastern Europe.

2. In India, Chrysanthemum is cultivated mainly for ornamental purposes and floral decoration.

3. Chrysanthemum plants have pesticidal and medicinal properties.

Which of the statements given above are incorrect?


Ques:8

Consider the following statements regarding Forest Rights Act, 2006:

Statement 1: The FRA recognizes the rights of forest-dwelling Scheduled Tribes (STs) and other traditional forest dwellers (OTFDs) to collect minor forest produce.

Statement 2: Minor forest produce includes fruits, nuts, bamboo, medicinal plants, and other products that are essential for the livelihood of forest communities.

Which of the following options is correct?


Ques:9

With reference to “Golden Crescent” and “Golden Triangle,” which of the following statements is correct?


Ques:10

With reference to Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, consider the following statements:

1. He founded the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College, which later evolved into the Aligarh Muslim University.

2. He was a prominent supporter of the Indian National Congress and played a key role in drafting its early resolutions.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?