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Ques:1

Consider the following with reference to Lions species in cat family:

  1. The Asiatic lion is found primarily in the Gir Forest of Gujarat, India.
  2. African lions live in various habitats across Sub-Saharan Africa including savannas and grasslands.
  3. Male lions have a mane which varies in color and size depending on their age and region.
  4. Lions are the only cats that live in social groups called prides.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:2

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of bycatch issues in India’s fisheries?

  1. Shrimp trawling leads to high amounts of discarded juvenile fish and non-target species.
  2. Bycatch in India is minimal due to strict enforcement of fishing regulations.
  3. The fish-meal and fish-oil industry encourages more bycatch due to economic incentives.

 

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Ques:3

Which of the following is a key funding feature of the Samagra Shiksha Scheme?


Ques:4

Consider the following with reference to the Ajanta paintings:

  1. Ajanta paintings are ancient Buddhist mural paintings dating back to the 2nd century BCE to about 480 CE.
  2. They primarily depict scenes from the Jataka tales, illustrating the previous lives of the Buddha.
  3. The paintings are done on the walls and ceilings of rock-cut caves in Maharashtra.

 

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:5

What type of cases fall under the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court related to interstate relations?


Ques:6

With reference to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), consider the following statements:

  1. SEBI is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament
  2. It regulates both the primary and secondary markets in India.
  3. SEBI has the authority to impose penalties on companies for violating securities laws.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?


Ques:7

With reference to the Pint of Science Festival, consider the following statements:

  1. It is an international science communication event that takes place in traditional academic settings like universities and research institutes.
  2. The event aims to make scientific research accessible to the general public in informal settings.
  3. The festival made its debut in India in 2025, with events organized in Pune, Bengaluru, and Delhi.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?


Ques:8

Under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, which of the following is the primary objective of the Act?


Ques:9

How do vaccines help the body defend itself against future infections?


Ques:10

What is the primary difference between B cells and T cells in the immune system?