Which of the following government initiatives was launched in 1973 to conserve a key apex predator and its ecosystem in India?
Project Rhino
Project Elephant
Project Tiger
Project Asiatic Lion
The question asks to identify the government initiative launched in 1973 for the conservation of a key apex predator and its ecosystem in India. This requires knowledge of major wildlife conservation projects in India and their launch years.
C) Project Tiger was launched in 1973 with the primary objective of conserving the Bengal tiger, an apex predator, and its ecosystem in various tiger reserves across India. It is one of the most successful wildlife conservation ventures in India.
The energy produced by using the heat from the Earth's interior is called:
Biomass energy
Tidal energy
Geothermal energy
Solar energy
The question asks to identify the type of energy produced by utilizing heat from the Earth's interior. We need to recall the definitions of various energy sources to determine the correct option.
Correct Option: C) Geothermal energy is the energy produced by using the heat from the Earth's interior. This heat originates from the Earth's formation and from radioactive decay of minerals in the Earth's crust and mantle.
Which of the following metals is used as a catalyst in the Haber process for ammonia synthesis?
The question asks to identify the catalyst used in the Haber process for synthesizing ammonia. This requires knowledge of the specific industrial process and the materials involved.
Correct Option: D) Iron is the main catalyst used in the Haber process for ammonia synthesis.
Which of the following Articles deals with the rights of citizenship at the commencement of the Indian Constitution?
The question asks about the Article of the Indian Constitution that deals with the rights of citizenship at its commencement. To answer this, we need to recall the specific Articles related to citizenship in Part II of the Constitution and identify which one addresses the initial provisions.
D) Article 5 — Article 5 of the Indian Constitution states that at the commencement of this Constitution, every person who has his domicile in the territory of India and (a) who was born in the territory of India; or (b) either of whose parents was born in the territory of India; or (c) who has been ordinarily resident in the territory of India for not less than five years immediately preceding such commencement, shall be a citizen of India.
On which date did Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurate the WAVES 2025, India's first-of-its-kind World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit, held at Mumbai?
20 April 2025
1 May 2025
1 April 2025
4 May 2025
The question asks for the specific date on which Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated WAVES 2025, India's first World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit, in Mumbai. This requires knowledge of current affairs and specific event dates.
Correct Option: B) 1 May 2025
In April 2025, the Supreme Court reinterpreted which Article of the Constitution to direct amendment in KYC digital norms to ensure access for 'persons with disabilities'?
The question asks to identify the Article of the Indian Constitution that the Supreme Court would reinterpret to ensure access for 'persons with disabilities' in KYC digital norms. This implies a fundamental right related to life, liberty, and dignity, which would encompass accessibility and non-discrimination for disabled individuals.
B) Article 21 — The Supreme Court has consistently given a wide interpretation to Article 21, encompassing various rights necessary for a dignified life. Ensuring access to digital services for persons with disabilities is crucial for their personal liberty, dignity, and ability to participate fully in society, thus falling under the expansive scope of Article 21.
Which of the following Ministries is responsible for granting Indian citizenship by naturalisation?
Ministry of Law and Justice
Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
Ministry of External Affairs
Ministry of Home Affairs
The question asks about the Ministry responsible for granting Indian citizenship by naturalisation. This falls under the domain of internal affairs, specifically related to citizenship laws and their implementation.
Correct Option: D) Ministry of Home Affairs
Who was appointed as the Director General of Defence Estates (DGDE) in June 2025?
Shailendra Nath Gupta
Vikram Singh Rathore
Anil Choudhary
Rajesh Kumar Singh
This question tests knowledge of recent appointments in significant government positions. To answer correctly, one needs to recall the specific individual appointed as the Director General of Defence Estates (DGDE) around June 2025.
Correct Option: A) Shailendra Nath Gupta was appointed as the Director General of Defence Estates (DGDE) in June 2025. This is a direct factual recall question related to current affairs and government appointments.
Following the Pahalgam attack in April 2025, India suspended which treaty with Pakistan?
Indus Waters Treaty
Tashkent Agreement
Simla Agreement
Lahore Treaty
The question asks to identify which treaty India suspended with Pakistan following a specific event (Pahalgam attack in April 2025). This requires knowledge of major agreements between India and Pakistan and their historical context, especially concerning periods of heightened tension.
A) Indus Waters Treaty — This treaty, signed in 1960, governs the sharing of the waters of the Indus River system between India and Pakistan. In the event of significant cross-border attacks or heightened tensions, India has, on several occasions, indicated that it might review or suspend the treaty. This is considered a strong diplomatic and strategic leverage point against Pakistan, as the rivers are vital for Pakistan's agriculture and economy. Therefore, in response to a severe attack like the hypothetical Pahalgam attack, suspending this treaty would be a plausible and significant retaliatory measure.
What is the name of the first indigenously designed and built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) inducted into the Indian Navy in May 2025?
The question asks for the name of the first indigenously designed and built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) inducted into the Indian Navy in May 2025. This requires knowledge of recent developments and inductions in the Indian Navy's fleet.
C) INS Arnala is the name of the first indigenously designed and built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) of the 'Arnala' class, which was launched in December 2022 and is slated for induction into the Indian Navy by May 2025. This class of vessels is intended to replace the aging Abhay-class corvettes.