The question asks to identify a small hand-held pointing device that controls the two-dimensional movement of a cursor on a screen. We need to evaluate each option based on its function and characteristics.
Correct Option: A) A mouse is a small, hand-held pointing device that translates its physical movement on a surface into the two-dimensional movement of a cursor on a computer screen. It allows users to select, open, and manipulate objects on the graphical user interface.
The question asks about Article 6 of the Indian Constitution and its relevance to citizenship for migrants from a specific territory. To answer this, one needs to recall the historical context of the Indian Constitution's commencement, particularly the partition of India, and how citizenship was addressed for people affected by it.
A) Pakistan. Article 6 of the Indian Constitution specifically deals with the citizenship rights of persons who migrated to India from Pakistan following the partition of India in 1947. It sets out conditions for such individuals to acquire Indian citizenship at the commencement of the Constitution.
The question asks to identify a common administrative feature between the Pallava and Pandya kingdoms. We need to evaluate each option based on historical facts about the administration of these South Indian dynasties.
D) Village assemblies were called Sabha and Ur. Both the Pallava and Pandya administrations relied heavily on local self-governing bodies. The 'Sabha' was an assembly of adult male Brahmins, often found in 'Brahmadeya' villages (land grants to Brahmins), while the 'Ur' was a common assembly of all land-owning residents in ordinary villages. These institutions managed local affairs, collected taxes, and maintained law and order, and their presence is well-documented in the inscriptions of both dynasties.
The question asks about the total number of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted at a specific UN summit. This is a factual recall question related to international environmental and development agreements, which is a common topic in competitive exams.
Correct Option: C) 17
The question asks to identify a characteristic feature of the Eastern Coastal Plain of India. We need to recall the geographical properties of both the Eastern and Western Coastal Plains to correctly answer this.
A) Wider and formed by alluvial deposits — The Eastern Coastal Plain is indeed wider than its western counterpart, and its formation is largely due to the extensive alluvial deposits carried by major rivers like the Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, and Kaveri, which form prominent deltas along this coast.
The question asks to identify the Indian organisations responsible for the successful combat firing of the Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM) in May 2025. This requires knowledge of recent defence developments and the roles of various Indian defence organisations.
Correct Option: B) Defence Research and Development Organisation and Indian Navy
The successful combat firing of the Multi-Influence Ground Mine (MIGM) was a joint effort by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), which developed the mine, and the Indian Navy, which is its primary user and participated in the trials.
The question asks to identify the Indian state with which the traditional puppet show 'Kathputli' is associated. This requires knowledge of Indian folk arts and their regional origins.
Correct Option: A) Rajasthan
Kathputli is a very famous and ancient form of string puppetry originating from Rajasthan. It is a significant part of the state's cultural heritage, known for its elaborate puppets and captivating narratives.
The question asks to identify the land use category that has shown a declining trend in India between 1950–51 and 2014–15, according to Ministry of Agriculture data. This requires knowledge of historical land use patterns and trends in India.
Correct Option: C) Barren and wasteland has shown a declining trend. These lands are often reclaimed for agricultural purposes, afforestation, or converted for non-agricultural uses like urban development and infrastructure, leading to a decrease in their overall extent over time.
The question asks for the publication year of André-Marie Ampère's seminal work, 'Mathematical Theory of Electrodynamic Phenomena Deduced Solely from Experiments'. This requires knowledge of historical facts related to the development of electromagnetism.
Correct Option: B) 1827
The question asks to identify the specific achievement for which Harold C. Urey was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1934. This requires knowledge of significant scientific discoveries and their corresponding Nobel laureates.
Correct Option: B) for the discovery of heavy hydrogen
Harold C. Urey was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1934 for his discovery of heavy hydrogen (deuterium). Deuterium is an isotope of hydrogen with one proton and one neutron in its nucleus, as opposed to ordinary hydrogen (protium) which has only one proton.