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Dr. Sylendra Babu, IPS (Retd.) - Director - Academics
Mr. Israel Jebasingh, Ex- IAS - Director
Mr. Rangarajan,Ex- IAS - Associate Director

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Date: 17 Jan 2026 | 4:30 PM
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Consider the following statements:
1. The Constitution of India provides for the use of the International form of Indian
numerals for official purposes.
2. "Vande Mataram” was adopted as the National Song of India at the first sitting of the
Constituent Assembly.
3. Elephant was adopted as the symbol of the Constituent Assembly.

Statement 1 is correct:
 Article 343(1) declares Hindi in Devanagari script as the official language of the Union.
 The same Article explicitly provides that the international form of Indian numerals shall
be used for official purposes of the Union.
Statement 2 is incorrect:
 Vande Mataram was accorded the status of National Song on
24 January 1950.
 This was done through a resolution of the Constituent Assembly.
 The resolution was adopted two days before the Constitution came into force (26
January 1950).
Statement 3 is correct:
The Elephant was adopted as the official symbol (seal) of the Constituent Assembly of India.
It appeared on:
 Official papers and publications of the Constituent Assembly
 The Assembly’s seal during its functioning (1946–1950)
In Indian tradition, the elephant symbolises:
 Strength
 Wisdom
 Dignity
 Stability

With reference to the philosophy of Adi Shankaracharya, consider the following statements:
1. Adi Shankaracharya propounded Advaita Vedanta, asserting oneness of Atman
(individual soul) and Brahman (Supreme Reality).
2. He is believed to have established Mathas as centres for propagating Advaita Vedanta
across India

) Answer: (C)
Statement 1 is correct:
 Advaita (Non-dualism): Adi Shankaracharya was the chief exponent of the Advaita
Vedanta school.
 Oneness: He propounded that the individual soul (Atman) and the Supreme Reality
(Brahman) are not distinct entities but are essentially the same. The realization of this
oneness is the ultimate truth.
Statement 2 is correct:
 He established Mathas (monastic centres) across India to propagate Advaita Vedanta,
preserve Vedic learning, and train renunciates, thereby institutionalising his
philosophy.

Consider the following statements about Geological Survey of India (GSI):
1. It was set up in 1851 primarily to find coal deposits for the Railways.
2. GSI Identify and Safeguards Geo-Heritage Sites in India.
3. GSI plays a role in disaster management by providing scientific knowledge and data
during disasters..
4. GSI classifies and re-classifies major minerals in the country.
5. Currently, it is an attached office to the Ministry of Earth scienc

Answer:(B)
Statement 1 is Correct:
The Geological Survey of India was founded in 1851 by the East India Company, primarily to
find coal deposits for the railways. First geological surveyor of GSI was David Hiram Williams
and First director-general of GSI was Sir Thomas Oldham.
Statement 2 is Correct:
The Geological Survey of India identifies and designates geo-heritage sites/national geological
monuments for protection and upkeep. Accordingly, Geoheritage sites encompass, Geological
relics and phenomena Stratigraphic type sections, Geological structures and geomorphic
landforms, including caves and natural rock sculptures of national and international
significance. There are 32 geo-heritage sites located across 13 states.
Statement 3 is Correct:
The Geological Survey of India (GSI), plays a critical, science-driven role in India’s disaster
management framework, particularly in the pre-disaster (prevention/mitigation) and post-
disaster (recovery) stages. GSI serves as the primary national agency for geological studies,
specialized in mapping and monitoring Hazards.
Statement 4 is Incorrect:
Ministry of Mines (Central Govt.): Sets policy, legislation, and regulates major minerals (like
Coal, Iron Ore, Bauxite, Copper, now including Barytes, Mica, etc.) through the MMDR Act. GSI
identifies new, potential, and deep-seated mineral deposits using advanced techniques only
and has no role in classification of minerals.
Statement 5 is Incorrect:
The Geological Survey of India (GSI) functions as an attached office under the Ministry of
Mines, Government of India. It provides essential earth science information for policy, industry,
and public needs, covering mineral exploration, geo-technical studies, environmental hazards,
and mor

Consider the following pairs:
Initiative Primary Application
AI Parkhi Geospatial intelligence using satellite imagery
AI Kosha National repository of AI datasets and models
AI Vihangam Drishti Document analytics for governance records

Answer: (A)
Pair 1 is incorrect:
 AI Parkhi:
o Handles document analytics, not geospatial work.
o It reads scanned papers, extracts data from engineering drawings, and
processes governance files—used in 28 government offices for licensing
Pair 2 is correct:
 AI Kosha:
o Serves as the national repository of AI datasets and models
o It hosts 5,500+ non-personal AI datasets and models on platforms like AIKosh
for developers to build apps in farming, health, and more.
Pair 3 is incorrect:
 AI Vihangam Drishti:
o It does geospatial intelligence, not documents.
o It analyzes satellite/drone images to map 30,000 villages, track disasters,
estimate crop areas, or spot solar panels—like Google Earth on steroids for
planning.

With reference to the removal of judges in India, consider the following statements:
1. A Judge of the Supreme Court can be removed only on grounds of proved misbehavior
or incapacity.
2. The procedure for removal of a High Court Judge is identical to that of a Supreme Court
Judge.
3. The Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 provides for the investigation into allegations against a
judge through a three-member inquiry committee.
4. State Legislatures have no formal role in the removal process of judges of the High
Courts.

Answer: (C)
Statement 1 is Correct:
The removal of a Supreme Court judge is permitted only on two clearly defined grounds. These
grounds are narrowly framed to prevent arbitrary or political removal and to safeguard judicial
independence. No other reasons such as inefficiency, disagreement with judgments, or
executive displeasure are valid grounds for removal.
Statement 2 is Correct:
The Constitution expressly provides that the same process, safeguards, and requirements
applicable to the removal of a Supreme Court judge are also applicable to a High Court judge.
This ensures uniformity in judicial protection across different levels of the higher judiciary and
prevents differential treatment.
Statement 3 is Correct:
The Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 lays down the procedure for investigating allegations of
misbehavior or incapacity against judges. It provides for a three-member inquiry committee to
examine charges, collect evidence, and give the judge an opportunity to be heard. The
committee’s report forms the basis for further parliamentary action on removal.
Statement 4 is Correct:
Although High Courts function within the states, their judges are part of the higher judiciary.
To protect them from regional or political pressures, State Legislatures are completely excluded
from the removal process, which is conducted entirely at the national parliamentary level. The
state legislature can only report misbehavior or incompetence informally no formal role is
involved in the removal proce

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Attend an inspiring seminar by Mr. R.A. Israel Jebasingh, Ex-IAS (All India Rank 59) and discover how to prepare effectively for the Civil Services Examination with proven strategies, learn about the exam structure, understand the nuances and get a glimpse into the life and responsibilities of a civil servant.

📅 Date: February 7, 2026
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📅 Date: February 7, 2026
🕥 Time: 11:00 AM
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