Consider the following statements with reference to missing children in India, as reflected in recent Delhi Police data:
- The number of missing children in the 12–18 years age group has shown a sharp and continuous rise over the last three years.
- Children in the 0–8 years age group are considered the most vulnerable due to higher risks of trafficking and illegal adoption.
- Police investigations have revealed the involvement of organised criminal gangs in most cases of missing children.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY):
Statement I: PM-JAY has played a pivotal role in mitigating catastrophic health expenditure and reducing out-of-pocket (OOP) spending for the bottom 40% of India's population.
Statement II: Comprehensive financial protection through insurance naturally bridges the gap in healthcare quality and ensures seamless continuity of care across primary, secondary, and tertiary levels.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the taxation of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) and the concept of Retrospective Taxation as discussed in Budget 2026:
- Retrospective taxation refers to the imposition of a tax on transactions or income that were completed under a different tax regime in the past.
- Budget 2026 introduced a retrospective Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax on SGBs issued since 2015–16, overriding the original tax-exempt status upon maturity.
- Sovereign Gold Bonds were originally launched to shift domestic savings from physical gold to financial savings, thereby aiding the management of the Current Account Deficit (CAD).
- The application of retrospective taxes is generally viewed by international investors as a tool that enhances "Ease of Doing Business" by ensuring government revenue stability.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding retractable (flush) car door handle technology:
- Retractable door handles rely on electronic sensors and actuators powered by the vehicle’s electrical system to extend or retract.
- In the event of battery failure or sensor damage, such door handles may fail to operate unless a mechanical override is provided.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Consider the following with reference to India’s Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) Guidelines issued by NDMA:
- The guidelines aim to ensure recognition, registration, and dignified handover of human remains in mass fatality incidents.
- The DVI process involves systematic recovery, post-mortem data collection, ante-mortem data collection, and reconciliation.
- The guidelines exclude forensic odontology due to limited applicability in India.
Which of the statements above are incorrect?
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?
- GCC was established in 1981 to promote political, economic, and security cooperation among member states.
- All GCC members are monarchies located in the Arabian Peninsula region.
- Iran is a founding member of the GCC.
Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: New START Treaty places limits on the number of deployed strategic nuclear warheads and delivery systems of the United States and Russia.
Statement 2: The treaty includes verification measures such as on-site inspections and data exchanges to ensure compliance.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The National Human Rights Commission can inquire into complaints of human rights violations by public servants.
Statement II: NHRC has the power of a civil court while conducting inquiries.
Statement III: NHRC can recommend compensation or other relief to victims of human rights violations.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to Defence Acquisition Council:
- The Defence Acquisition Council is the highest decision-making body for defence procurement in India.
- It is chaired by the Defence Minister of India.
- The Council is responsible for approving capital acquisition proposals of the Armed Forces.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Which of the following is a strategic advantage of Sodium-ion technology for India?