Choose the incorrect statement about NHRC
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36%
The NHRC is a constitutional body that can investigate human rights violations on its own.
20%
The NHRC is headed by a Chairperson who is a retired Supreme Court Judge.
13%
The NHRC has the power to recommend compensation to victims of human rights abuses.
31%
All the statements are correct
Which of the following statements is correct about Kuwait?
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31%
Kuwait is the largest oil producer in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
29%
Kuwait shares its borders with only two countries: Iraq and Saudi Arabia.
22%
Kuwait is a federal constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system.
18%
Kuwait is the smallest country in the Middle East.
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Choose the Incorrect statement about the United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC)
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16%
It operates under the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
31%
It recommends candidates for the UN Dispute Tribunal (UNDT) and the UN Appeals Tribunal (UNAT).
16%
It monitors the independence and accountability of internal justice mechanisms.
37%
All the statements are Correct
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Which of the following is the primary purpose of the Starlink Satellite System?
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17%
To enable satellite-based navigation services globally
24%
To monitor space debris in low Earth orbit
48%
To provide high-speed internet access globally, especially in remote areas
11%
To facilitate interplanetary communication
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What is the primary cause of the Doppler Effect?
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20%
Changes in wave amplitude due to medium resistance
29%
Reflection of waves from stationary surfaces
23%
Variation in wave intensity due to distance
29%
Relative motion between the source and the observer
What is the primary purpose of undersea fiber-optic cables like India Asia Xpress (IAX) and India Europe Xpress (IEX)?
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11%
Transmitting satellite signals
28%
Supporting undersea military communication
51%
Enhancing global data transmission at high speeds
10%
Monitoring oceanographic changes
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) Scheme?
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It offers periodic interest at 2.5% per annum.
28%
It provides a substitute for holding physical gold.
35%
It has no risk of capital loss even if gold prices fall.
17%
It is issued by the RBI on behalf of the Government of India.
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The recent tagging of a Ganges River Dolphin under Project Dolphin aims to:
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22%
Monitor the impact of pollutants on their echolocation abilities.
27%
Study their genetic diversity across river systems.
18%
Identify their prey preferences in freshwater ecosystems.
33%
Track their movement, habitat use, and migratory patterns.
A Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is primarily constituted to:
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22%
Enforce the rules of parliamentary proceedings
16%
Monitor the functioning of ministries
57%
Examine specific issues like legislation or policies in detail
4%
Investigate corruption cases
Which of the following best describes El Niño?
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48%
Warming of sea surface temperatures in the eastern Pacific Ocean
30%
Cooling of sea surface temperatures in the eastern Pacific Ocean
15%
Strengthened trade winds leading to oceanic upwelling
7%
Increase in cold currents along the western coast of South America
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During La Niña years, India typically experiences which of the following impacts?
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40%
Above-normal monsoons and colder winters
23%
Below-normal monsoons and warmer winters
25%
Prolonged droughts and above-average summer heat
12%
Increased cyclonic activity in the eastern Pacific
Which of the following is a common symptom of Haemophilia A?
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19%
Frequent episodes of thrombosis.
31%
Persistent fever due to low immunity.
9%
Unexplained hair loss.
42%
Excessive bleeding after minor injuries.
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