The question asks about the primary function of the Control Unit (CU) within a Central Processing Unit (CPU). To answer this, we need to understand the roles of the different components of a CPU.
Correct Option: C) Directing the flow of instructions and data
The question asks to identify a mineral known for its insulating properties and its use in electrical industries. We need to evaluate each given option based on its properties and applications.
Correct Option: C) Mica is known for its excellent insulating properties, high dielectric strength, and thermal resistance, making it widely used in electrical and electronic industries for capacitors, insulators, and other components.
The question asks to identify an example of social legislation introduced by the British during their colonial rule in India. We need to evaluate each option to determine if it falls under the category of social legislation.
D) The Widow Remarriage Act — This act, passed in 1856, legalized the remarriage of Hindu widows. It was a direct intervention by the British government to reform a social custom and improve the lives of women, making it a classic example of social legislation during the colonial period.
The question asks to identify the country where the M23 rebel group is active, specifically mentioning its recent advances in eastern regions like Goma and Bukavu. This requires knowledge of current geopolitical events and rebel group activities in Africa.
C) Democratic Republic of Congo — The M23 rebel group is primarily active in the eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Goma and Bukavu are significant cities in the eastern DRC, and the M23 has frequently launched offensives and controlled territories in these areas, leading to humanitarian crises and regional instability.
The question asks to identify the article of the Indian Constitution that links the Right to Information (RTI) to the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression. We need to examine each given option and determine its relevance to RTI and fundamental rights.
D) Article 19(1)(a) — The Supreme Court of India has repeatedly held that the Right to Information is a fundamental right derived from Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech and expression. For citizens to be able to speak and express themselves meaningfully, they must have access to information about the functioning of the government and public affairs. Therefore, RTI is considered an essential tool for the effective exercise of the right to freedom of speech and expression.
The question asks to identify the specific exercise conducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) in April 2025 that involved simulating attacks on mountain and ground targets using advanced fighter jets like Rafale and Su-30MKI. This requires knowledge of recent and upcoming IAF exercises.
The exercise 'Aakraman' was specifically reported as a major Indian Air Force exercise planned for April 2025, focusing on simulating attacks on mountain and ground targets using its advanced fighter fleet, including Rafale and Su-30MKI.
C) Aakraman — This is the correct exercise name for the scenario described. The IAF is scheduled to conduct 'Aakraman' in April 2025, which will be a large-scale exercise simulating attacks on mountain and ground targets using its frontline fighter aircraft.
The question asks to identify the Article of the Indian Constitution that provides the constitutional basis for Judicial Review. We need to examine the purpose of each given Article and determine which one empowers the judiciary to review legislative and executive actions.
Correct Option: D) Article 13
Article 13 explicitly declares that any law inconsistent with or in derogation of the Fundamental Rights shall be void. This provision serves as the constitutional foundation for the Supreme Court and High Courts to exercise the power of judicial review over legislative and executive actions, ensuring the supremacy of the Constitution and the protection of Fundamental Rights.
The question asks to identify the Indian institute whose scientists discovered a cellular 'messenger' with potential applications in treating Alzheimer's and diabetes. This requires knowledge of recent scientific breakthroughs by prominent Indian research institutions.
Correct Option: C) IISc Bengaluru. Scientists at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru, specifically a team led by Professor Ganesh Nagaraju, discovered the role of a cellular messenger, adenosine tetraphosphate (\(Ap_4A\)), in cellular stress response and its potential implications for treating Alzheimer's and diabetes.
The question asks about the special features of India's new 'Agni-Prime' missile. To answer this, one needs to recall the key advancements and characteristics associated with this particular missile system as reported by defense news and official statements.
B) Canister launch and new materials — Agni-Prime is a new generation advanced variant of the Agni class of missiles. It is a two-stage canister-launched solid propellant ballistic missile. The canisterization allows for easier transportation, storage, and launch from various platforms. It also incorporates advanced composite materials, making it lighter and more agile than previous Agni missiles.
The question asks to identify the European power whose forces were led by Joseph Francois Dupleix. This requires knowledge of key historical figures and their affiliations with European colonial powers in India.
Correct Option: D) Joseph Francois Dupleix was a prominent governor-general of the French East India Company. He is famous for his ambitious plans to establish French supremacy in India and his military strategies against the British during the Carnatic Wars (1740s-1760s).