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Q.5 Consider the following statements regarding micro-irrigation systems in Indian agriculture:
1.Drip irrigation minimizes water loss through evaporation by delivering water directly to the root zone of the plant.
2.Sprinkler irrigation is universally suitable for all types of crops, including those requiring continuously standing water like paddy.
3.The adoption of micro-irrigation systems entirely eliminates the need for groundwater extraction in semi-arid farming regions.
4.Fertigation, which is the application of dissolved fertilizers through irrigation water, is compatible with drip irrigation systems.
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Q.4 Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: Secondary microplastics constitute the largest proportion of microplastic pollution found in the world's oceans.
Statement-II: These particles are intentionally manufactured to be of microscopic size for use in personal care products and industrial sandblasting.
Statement-III: Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation and mechanical abrasion causes the fragmentation of larger plastic debris over time.
(a)Both Statement-II and Statement-III are correct and both of them explain Statement-I
(b)Both Statement-II and Statement-III are correct, but only one of them explains Statement-I
(c)Only one of the Statements II and III is correct and that explains Statement-I
(d)Neither Statement-II nor Statement-III is correct
Q.3 Consider the following statements regarding the domestic labour market:
1.Periodic assessments indicate an upward trajectory in the Female Labour Force Participation Rate (FLFPR) over the last five years.
2.The e-Shram portal has recorded a higher proportion of male worker registrations compared to female workers.
3.The overall national unemployment rate has crossed the double-digit mark in the current fiscal year.
4.The Gig economy workforce currently constitutes more than half of the total formal workforce in the country.
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
What is the primary objective of the 'Bharat-VISTAAR' initiative announced in the Union Budget 2026-27?
Q.2 (a)To create a dedicated logistical corridor for the rapid movement of perishable agricultural commodities.
(b)To map and digitize the land records of marginalized farmers using satellite-based remote sensing.
(c)To establish a network of drone-testing facilities across agricultural universities for precision farming.
(d)To deploy a multilingual AI tool that integrates agricultural portals with standardized farming practices.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Q.1 Consider the following statements regarding the Lakhpati Didi initiative:
Statement-I : The initiative aims to enable women members of Self-Help Groups to earn a sustainable annual income of at least one lakh rupees.
Statement-II : The scheme provides direct interest-free cash grants to individual women to start high-value manufacturing businesses.
Statement-III : It involves providing multi-dimensional support including market linkages, financial literacy, and skill training in emerging sectors like drone operations.
(a)Both Statement-II and Statement-III are correct and both of them explain Statement-I
(b)Both Statement-II and Statement-III are correct, but only one of them explains Statement-I
(c)Only one of the Statements II and III is correct and that explains Statement-I
(d)Neither Statement-II nor Statement-III is correct
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Q.5 Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank weapon system can be safely fired by soldiers from inside enclosed spaces or buildings.
Statement-II: The missile employs a 'soft launch' mechanism where the main rocket motor ignites only after the projectile has cleared the launch tube.
(a)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
(b)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II does not explain Statement I
(c)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
(d)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Q.4 Consider the following statements regarding the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank:
(a)Non-sovereign entities and private enterprises can directly receive project financing from the institution.
(b)Voting power allocations are calculated independently of the member nation's subscribed capital contribution.
(c)Membership is reserved exclusively for sovereign states located geographically within the Asia-Pacific territory.
(d)The institution operates with a non-resident board of directors to streamline operational decision-making.
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
