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Mega Quiz Correct Answer With Explanation Q1. Consider the following statements in reference to Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar: 1. It recognises contributions from both institutional and individual scientists, including those of Indian origin abroad. 2. It is administered solely by the Department of Science and Technology. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: A Explanation Statement 1 is correct: The award includes: • Scientists in government and private sectors • Individuals outside organisations • Persons of Indian origin abroad Statement 2 is incorrect: It is administered by: • Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) • Under Ministry of Science & Technology • Guided by Principal Scientific Advisor Additional Information • Categories: Vigyan Ratna, Vigyan Shri, Vigyan Yuva, Vigyan Team • Focus on innovation + national development impact Q2. Consider the following statements in reference to Earth Hour: 1. It began as a symbolic lights-off campaign in Sydney. 2. It legally obligates participating governments to reduce emissions. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect? A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: B Explanation Statement 1 is correct: Earth Hour started in Sydney in 2007. Statement 2 is incorrect: It is a voluntary awareness movement, not legally binding. Additional Information • Organized by World Wildlife Fund (WWF) • Observed globally in 190+ countries • Symbolizes commitment to climate action and energy conservation Q3. Consider the following statements in reference to Advanced Short Range Air-to-Air Missile (ASRAAM): 1. It is developed under India’s indigenous missile programme 2. It uses infrared heat-seeking guidance and follows a fire-and-forget principle. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect? A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: A Explanation Statement 1 is incorrect: Developed by MBDA (Europe), not indigenous. Statement 2 is correct: ASRAAM uses: • Infrared homing • Fire-and-forget → no further pilot guidance needed Additional Information • Speed: over Mach 3 • Range: ~25 km • Integrated with LCA Tejas, Jaguar, MiG-29 • Features Lock-On After Launch (LOAL) capability Q4. Consider the following statements about Red-crowned Roofed Turtle: 1. It is endemic to South Asia and historically found in the Ganga river system. 2. It is listed as Critically Endangered under the IUCN Red List. 3. It contributes to maintaining river ecosystem health through nutrient cycling. Which of the statements given above are correct? A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: D Explanation All statements are correct: • Distribution: Ganga-Brahmaputra basin • Status: Critically Endangered • Ecological role: nutrient cycling + bio-indicator Additional Information • Genus: Batagur • Protected under Schedule I (Wildlife Protection Act, 1972) • Threats: poaching, egg collection, habitat loss Q5. Consider the following statements in relation to Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council: 1. It was formed by integrating multiple autonomous institutes under the Department of Biotechnology. 2. It promotes research from basic science to applied innovation. 3. It functions under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Which of the statements given above are incorrect? A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: C Explanation Statement 1 correct → formed by subsuming 14 DBT institutes Statement 2 correct → supports translational research ecosystem Statement 3 incorrect → under Ministry of Science & Technology Additional Information • Focus: Atmanirbhar Bharat in biotechnology • Promotes interdisciplinary innovation • Strengthens institutional collaboration

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Consider the following statements: The Swadeshi Movement originated as a response to the Partition of Bengal. The Home Rule Movement was launched simultaneously by Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Annie Besant in different regions of India. The Non-Cooperation Movement was withdrawn immediately after the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. The Civil Disobedience Movement began with the Dandi March led by Mahatma Gandhi.

Consider the following statements in reference to the Central Consumer Protection Authority: It was established under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. It has the power to order recall of unsafe goods and impose penalties. It functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.