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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Rana Sanga
- He was the ruler of the Maratha Empire in the 17th century known for his resistance against the Mughals.
- Rana Sanga formed a Rajput confederacy and fought against Babur in the Battle of Khanwa in 1527.
- He was victorious against Babur in the Battle of Khanwa, which led to the consolidation of Rajput power in North India.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (a)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct Incorrect - Rana Sanga was the ruler of Mewar, a Rajput kingdom in present-day Rajasthan, during the early 16th century (approximately 1508-1528).
- Rana Sanga is well-known for uniting various Rajput clans under his leadership to form a confederacy. He then led this combined force in a significant battle against Babur at Khanwa in 1527.
- Rana Sanga was defeated by Babur in the Battle of Khanwa in 1527.
Context:A recent statement by an MP labeling Rajput ruler Rana Sanga as a “traitor” has sparked controversy over historical interpretations of his role, particularly the claim that he invited Babur to invade India and defeat Ibrahim Lodi.
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Solution (a)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct Incorrect - Rana Sanga was the ruler of Mewar, a Rajput kingdom in present-day Rajasthan, during the early 16th century (approximately 1508-1528).
- Rana Sanga is well-known for uniting various Rajput clans under his leadership to form a confederacy. He then led this combined force in a significant battle against Babur at Khanwa in 1527.
- Rana Sanga was defeated by Babur in the Battle of Khanwa in 1527.
Context:A recent statement by an MP labeling Rajput ruler Rana Sanga as a “traitor” has sparked controversy over historical interpretations of his role, particularly the claim that he invited Babur to invade India and defeat Ibrahim Lodi.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the India’s coffee production
- The majority of coffee production in India is concentrated in the northeastern states.
- India primarily grows and exports the Arabica variety of coffee, known for its milder flavor and higher value.
- Karnataka is the largest coffee-producing state in India, followed by Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct - The primary coffee-growing regions in India are in the southern states, specifically Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. Karnataka is the leading producer
- India grows both the Arabica and Robusta varieties of coffee. In terms of production volume, Robusta actually accounts for a larger share of India’s total coffee production
- Karnataka is indeed the largest coffee-producing state in India, contributing the most to the country’s total coffee output.
Context:India’s coffee production for the crop year ending in March 2025 is expected to be 3.52 lakh metric tonnes, with a higher yield anticipated due to adequate blossom showers aiding berry setting.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct - The primary coffee-growing regions in India are in the southern states, specifically Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. Karnataka is the leading producer
- India grows both the Arabica and Robusta varieties of coffee. In terms of production volume, Robusta actually accounts for a larger share of India’s total coffee production
- Karnataka is indeed the largest coffee-producing state in India, contributing the most to the country’s total coffee output.
Context:India’s coffee production for the crop year ending in March 2025 is expected to be 3.52 lakh metric tonnes, with a higher yield anticipated due to adequate blossom showers aiding berry setting.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Current Account Deficit (CAD)?
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Option d CAD occurs when the value of a country’s imports of goods, services, and transfers is greater than the value of its exports of goods, services, and transfers. Context:India’s current account deficit (CAD) widened to $11.5 billion in Q3 FY25 from $10.4 billion in the same quarter last year, primarily due to an increase in the merchandise trade deficit.
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Option d CAD occurs when the value of a country’s imports of goods, services, and transfers is greater than the value of its exports of goods, services, and transfers. Context:India’s current account deficit (CAD) widened to $11.5 billion in Q3 FY25 from $10.4 billion in the same quarter last year, primarily due to an increase in the merchandise trade deficit.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Kosi Mechi Intra-State Link Project
- It aims to divert surplus water from the Mechi River basin to the water-scarce Kosi River basin in Bihar.
- The project involves the construction of a barrage on the Kosi River and a canal to carry water to the Mechi basin.
Choose the incorrect statements:
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The Kosi-Mechi Intra-State Link Project is designed to divert surplus water from the Kosi River basin (which is known for flooding and having excess water) to the water-scarce Mechi River basin in Bihar.
- The project involves the construction of a barrage on the Kosi River and a canal to carry water to the Mechi basin.
Context:The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by PM Modi approved the Kosi Mechi Intra-State Link Project of Bihar under Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (PMKSY-AIBP).
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The Kosi-Mechi Intra-State Link Project is designed to divert surplus water from the Kosi River basin (which is known for flooding and having excess water) to the water-scarce Mechi River basin in Bihar.
- The project involves the construction of a barrage on the Kosi River and a canal to carry water to the Mechi basin.
Context:The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by PM Modi approved the Kosi Mechi Intra-State Link Project of Bihar under Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (PMKSY-AIBP).
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Xenotransplantation
- A major challenge in xenotransplantation is the risk of hyperacute rejection by the recipient’s immune system.
- Pigs are considered promising donor animals for xenotransplantation due to their physiological similarities to humans and the possibility of genetic modification.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - A major challenge in xenotransplantation is the risk of hyperacute rejection by the recipient’s immune system.
- Pigs are considered promising donor animals for xenotransplantation due to their physiological similarities to humans and the possibility of genetic modification.
Context:Researchers in China successfully transplanted a gene-modified pig liver into a human diagnosed with brain death to evaluate its survival and function.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - A major challenge in xenotransplantation is the risk of hyperacute rejection by the recipient’s immune system.
- Pigs are considered promising donor animals for xenotransplantation due to their physiological similarities to humans and the possibility of genetic modification.
Context:Researchers in China successfully transplanted a gene-modified pig liver into a human diagnosed with brain death to evaluate its survival and function.
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