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With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It recommended a Federal Government. 2. It enlarged the powers of the Indian Courts. 3. It provided for more Indians in the ICS. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

With reference to Indian history, consider the following statements: 1. The Dutch established their factories/warehouses on the east coast on lands granted to them by Gajapati rulers. 2. Alfonso de Albuquerque captured Goa from the Bijapur Sultanate. 3. The English East India Company established a factory at Madras on a plot of land leased from a representative of the Vijayanagara empire. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Current Affairs New Pamban Rail Bridge to Be Inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi actively inaugurates the new Pamban rail bridge on April 6, 2025, coinciding with Ram Navami . This vertical sea bridge connects Ramanathapuram and Rameswaram Island, enabling faster rail traffic at speeds of up to 100 km/h . Manoj Bharathiraja Passes Away Manoj Bharathiraja, a renowned Tamil actor-director, contributes to Indian cinema before passing away on March 26, 2025. His legacy lives on through his iconic films and contributions to the arts. Sunil Kumar Wins Bronze at Asian Wrestling Championships 2025 Sunil Kumar secures a bronze medal for India at the Asian Wrestling Championships 2025. His performance highlights India’s growing prowess in international wrestling. India and Singapore Sign Letter of Intent on Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) India and Singapore sign a Letter of Intent to establish a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC). This collaboration aims to promote sustainable and technologically advanced shipping practices. Ex-Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba Appointed Full-Time Member of NITI Aayog Rajiv Gauba, former Cabinet Secretary, joins NITI Aayog as a full-time member. His appointment strengthens the organization’s policy-making capabilities. Sanjay Singh Elected UWW-Asia Bureau Member Sanjay Singh gets elected as a member of the United World Wrestling (UWW)-Asia bureau. His election signifies India’s growing influence in international sports governance. Supreme Court Establishes National Task Force for Student Mental Health Concerns The Supreme Court of India establishes a National Task Force to address student mental health concerns. This initiative aims to provide psychological support and improve educational environments. Bellatrix Aerospace Partners with Astroscale Japan for Space Debris Removal Bellatrix Aerospace partners with Astroscale Japan to develop technologies for space debris removal. This collaboration enhances India’s role in global space sustainability efforts. P.S. Raman’s Book ‘Leo: The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings’ Launched with MS Dhoni P.S. Raman launches his book *Leo: The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings* alongside MS Dhoni. The book provides insights into the team’s journey and success. Ashok Singh Thakur Elected as New Chairman of INTACH Ashok Singh Thakur assumes the role of Chairman of the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH). His leadership aims to preserve India’s cultural heritage. Indonesia to Join New Development Bank: A Strategic Move Towards Economic Growth Indonesia joins the New Development Bank (NDB), strengthening ties with BRICS nations. This strategic move aims to boost economic growth and infrastructure development.

The UPSC Hourglass: Your Struggles Are Shaping You ⏳ Imagine an hourglass. The sand represents your effort, dreams, and struggles. As each grain of sand falls, it carves a new path, just like every hour you spend preparing refines your intellect and resilience. Many aspirants quit because they only see the empty top half, fearing they’re running out of time. But the wise ones focus on the growing pile of sand below—proof of their learning, persistence, and progress. The UPSC journey is not about waiting for success to drop from above. It’s about embracing the process, one grain at a time. Keep going—your foundation is getting stronger with every passing moment.

Current Affairs: March 26, 2025 India's Borrowing Plan Meeting: India's finance ministry and Reserve Bank of India officials are scheduled to meet on March 26 to finalize the country's market borrowing plan for April to September. The government aims to borrow ₹14.82 trillion ($172.92 billion) for the fiscal year 2025-26. Import Duty Exemptions for EV and Mobile Manufacturing: India has removed import duties on 35 items essential for electric vehicle (EV) battery production and 28 items for mobile phone manufacturing. This move is intended to boost local production and enhance export competitiveness. US Trade Officials Visit India Amid Tariff Discussions: A delegation of US trade officials, led by Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for South and Central Asia Brendan Lynch, is visiting India from March 25-29. The discussions focus on fostering a balanced trade relationship and addressing concerns over impending reciprocal tariffs set to take effect on April 2. Time Use Survey 2024 Highlights Increased Women's Participation: The Time Use Survey (TUS) 2024, conducted by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, indicates a rise in women's participation in paid employment and caregiving activities. Notably, 25% of women aged 15-59 years engaged in employment-related activities, up from 21.8% in 2019. Termination of Temporary Legal Status for Migrants in the US: The Trump administration announced the termination of temporary legal status for over 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. This decision impacts a significant number of migrants residing in the United States. Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope Observes Intense Solar Flare: The Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT) onboard India's Aditya-L1 mission observed an X6.3-class solar flare, one of the most intense categories of solar eruptions. Aditya-L1, launched on September 2, 2023, is India's first dedicated solar mission. Launch of 'Sandes' Instant Messaging Platform by Indian Government: The Indian government has launched 'Sandes,' a new instant messaging platform aimed at enhancing secure communication among government officials and citizens.