1. Consider the following statements regarding “Kalakshetra”:

1. 1.It is an autonomous body that functions under the Ministry of Culture.
2. 2.This institution was founded by Rukmini Devi Arundale.
3. 3.It has been designated as an “Institution of National Importance” by Indian Parliament.

Choose the Correct statement using the code given below:

2. Consider the following statements regarding Cheetahs in India:

1. 1.During the era of Mughal emperor Jahangir, Cheetahs were kept under captivity breeding.
2. 2.A sport named “Coursing” was conducted using Cheetahs during medieval period.
3. 3.British government classified Cheetahs as “Vermins” and offered for their destruction.
4. 4.Asiatic cheetah can be seen in Iran but was extinct in India.

Choose the Correct statement using the code given below:

3. Which of the following was not covered under “Democracy Index”:

4. Consider the following pairs:
     Tribes                 Region

1. 1.Gond       –       Central India
2. 2.Bhils       –       Western Himalayas
3. 3.Jarawa       –       Andaman

Which of the pairs given above is/are Incorrectly matched?

5. Consider the following statements regarding the Model Code of Conduct:

1. 1.The code comes into force on the announcement of the poll schedule and remains operational till the end of the voting day.
2. 2.Though, it is not statutory, Political Parties, Candidates and Polling Agents are expected to observe the norms strictly.
3. 3.The cVIGIL App provides time-stamped, evidence-based proof of the Model Code of Conduct having live photo or video with auto location data.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are Incorrect?

6. Consider the following statements regarding Neglected Tropical Diseases

1. 1.Neglected tropical diseases are lifestyle diseases.
2. 2.They are common in low-income countries of Asia, Africa and America.
3. 3.WHO’s list of 20 neglected tropical diseases includes rabies.
4. 4.Buruli ulcer, yaws, and Mycetoma are neglected tropical diseases affecting the skin.

Which of the above statements is/are Correct?

7. With respect to Assam rifle which of the following statements is correct?

1. 1.Assam Rifles are controlled by both the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Indian Army.
2. 2.It is the oldest paramilitary force in India and it participated in World War II.

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8. With reference to Nagoba Jatara Festival, consider the following:

1. 1.It is a tribal festival held in Andhra Pradesh.
2. 2.It includes a ceremony called ‘bheting’, which incorporates new brides into the clan.
3. 3.Its major special attraction is Gusadi Dance performance from Gond tribe.

Which of the statements given above are Correct?

9. In context to Yellow rust, consider the following:

1. 1.It is a viral disease which attacks the leaves of wheat crop by forming yellow stripes.
2. 2.It affects their photosynthesis that causes shrivelling of grain size.
3. 3.It is a disease of cool weather in the northern hills and north-western plains zone.

Which of the statements given above are Correct?

10. Consider the following, with regard to Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST):

1. 1.It can study objects as small as 35 km across a huge distance away.
2. 2.It is funded by National Science Foundation and managed by the National Solar Observatory.
3. It shows the Sun’s elusive corona at any positions of the sun, moon, and earth.

Which of the statements given above are Correct?