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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements
Statement 1: Tropical cyclones originate and intensify over warm areas of the ocean between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.
Statement 2: The presence of the Coriolis force is necessary for the cyclonic rotation of tropical cyclones
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Tropical cyclones originate and intensify over warm ocean waters between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. These storms, known as hurricanes in the Atlantic and typhoons in the Pacific, are powered by the heat of these warm tropical seas and are characterized by low pressure, high winds, and heavy rainfall. Hence, Statement 1 is correct
Coriolis force is essential for the cyclonic rotation of tropical cyclones. Without it, air flowing into a low-pressure area would not spin, but instead would move straight toward the center. The force deflects winds to the right in the Northern Hemisphere, causing counterclockwise rotation, and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere, causing clockwise rotation. Hence, Statement 2 is correct. Statement 2 correctly explains Statement 1
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Tropical cyclones originate and intensify over warm ocean waters between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. These storms, known as hurricanes in the Atlantic and typhoons in the Pacific, are powered by the heat of these warm tropical seas and are characterized by low pressure, high winds, and heavy rainfall. Hence, Statement 1 is correct
Coriolis force is essential for the cyclonic rotation of tropical cyclones. Without it, air flowing into a low-pressure area would not spin, but instead would move straight toward the center. The force deflects winds to the right in the Northern Hemisphere, causing counterclockwise rotation, and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere, causing clockwise rotation. Hence, Statement 2 is correct. Statement 2 correctly explains Statement 1
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- Sardar Patel was instrumental in integrating more than 560 princely states into the Indian Union after independence.
- He played a major role in establishing the All-India Services, often referred to as the “Steel Frame” of India’s administration.
- Sardar Patel presided over the Karachi Session of the Indian National Congress, where the Resolution on Fundamental Rights and Economic Programme was drafted by Mahatma Gandhi.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Sardar Patel was instrumental in integrating over 560 princely states into the Indian Union after independence, using a combination of diplomacy, persuasion, and military force to prevent the fragmentation of India. His leadership was critical in forming a unified nation by bringing these semi-autonomous states under central control, a task he accomplished as India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel played a major role in establishing the All India Services. As India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, he oversaw the creation of the post-independence administrative structure, which he famously referred to as the “steel frame”. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
While Sardar Patel did preside over the Karachi Session of the Indian National Congress in 1931, the Resolution on Fundamental Rights and Economic Programme was drafted primarily by Jawaharlal Nehru. Hence Statement 3 is incorrect
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Sardar Patel was instrumental in integrating over 560 princely states into the Indian Union after independence, using a combination of diplomacy, persuasion, and military force to prevent the fragmentation of India. His leadership was critical in forming a unified nation by bringing these semi-autonomous states under central control, a task he accomplished as India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel played a major role in establishing the All India Services. As India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, he oversaw the creation of the post-independence administrative structure, which he famously referred to as the “steel frame”. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
While Sardar Patel did preside over the Karachi Session of the Indian National Congress in 1931, the Resolution on Fundamental Rights and Economic Programme was drafted primarily by Jawaharlal Nehru. Hence Statement 3 is incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Asian palm civet (Paradoxurus hermaphroditus):
- The Asian palm civet is strictly nocturnal and arboreal
- It is widely distributed across South and Southeast Asia, from India and Nepal in the west to parts of the Philippines and Indonesia in the east
- The Asian palm civet is currently listed as ‘Endangered’ on the IUCN Red List.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Explanation:
Asian palm civets are nocturnal and arboreal, but they are not strictly arboreal since they are also terrestrial. They are active at night, spending the day resting in trees or other sheltered areas like rock crevices. They are skilled climbers, but are more agile on the ground than in trees because their tails are not prehensile. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
The Asian palm civet has a wide distribution across South and Southeast Asia, spanning from India and Nepal in the west to parts of the Philippines and Indonesia in the east. It is also found in other countries within this region, such as Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, and southern China. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
The IUCN status for the Asian Palm Civet (Paradoxurus\ hermaphroditus) is Least Concern. It is not currently considered a threatened species because of its wide distribution, large population, and ability to adapt to various habitats, including those influenced by humans. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Asian palm civets are nocturnal and arboreal, but they are not strictly arboreal since they are also terrestrial. They are active at night, spending the day resting in trees or other sheltered areas like rock crevices. They are skilled climbers, but are more agile on the ground than in trees because their tails are not prehensile. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
The Asian palm civet has a wide distribution across South and Southeast Asia, spanning from India and Nepal in the west to parts of the Philippines and Indonesia in the east. It is also found in other countries within this region, such as Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, and southern China. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
The IUCN status for the Asian Palm Civet (Paradoxurus\ hermaphroditus) is Least Concern. It is not currently considered a threatened species because of its wide distribution, large population, and ability to adapt to various habitats, including those influenced by humans. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Gyan Bharatam Mission
- The mission’s mandate is to preserve and establish a dedicated digital platform, known as the National Digital Repository (NDR)
- The Gyan Bharatam Mission functions under the Ministry of Education
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
The Gyan Bharatam Mission was announced in Union Budget 2025-26. The mission’s mandate is to preserve and establish a dedicated digital platform, known as the National Digital Repository (NDR), to share India’s manuscript heritage worldwide. Hence, Statement 1 is Correct
It is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Culture for identifying, documenting, conserving, digitising, preserving, and promoting India’s vast manuscript heritage. Hence, Statement 2 is Incorrect
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Explanation:
The Gyan Bharatam Mission was announced in Union Budget 2025-26. The mission’s mandate is to preserve and establish a dedicated digital platform, known as the National Digital Repository (NDR), to share India’s manuscript heritage worldwide. Hence, Statement 1 is Correct
It is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Culture for identifying, documenting, conserving, digitising, preserving, and promoting India’s vast manuscript heritage. Hence, Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following is NOT a main organ of the United Nations?
Correct
Solution (c)
The United Nations (UN) is an intergovernmental organization that was
established with the purpose of promoting international cooperation and
maintaining peace and security among its member states. The headquarters of the UN is located in New York City.
Main organs of the UN:
o The General Assembly,
o The Security Council,
o The Economic and Social Council,
o The Trusteeship Council,
o The International Court of Justice, and
o The UN Secretariat.
World Health Organization, is a specialized agency of the United Nations that coordinates international public health efforts. It acts as the directing and coordinating authority on international health within the UN system, and its main objective is to ensure the highest possible level of health for all people, as defined by the UN Constitution. Hence, Option C is the answer
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Solution (c)
The United Nations (UN) is an intergovernmental organization that was
established with the purpose of promoting international cooperation and
maintaining peace and security among its member states. The headquarters of the UN is located in New York City.
Main organs of the UN:
o The General Assembly,
o The Security Council,
o The Economic and Social Council,
o The Trusteeship Council,
o The International Court of Justice, and
o The UN Secretariat.
World Health Organization, is a specialized agency of the United Nations that coordinates international public health efforts. It acts as the directing and coordinating authority on international health within the UN system, and its main objective is to ensure the highest possible level of health for all people, as defined by the UN Constitution. Hence, Option C is the answer
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