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The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Rani Velu Nachiyar:
- She was also known as Veeramangai.
- She was proficient in multiple languages, including Tamil, English, French, and Urdu.
- She raised a formidable army that included a dedicated women’s battalion named “Udaiyaal.”
Which of the above statements are correct?
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- Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Rani Velu Nachiyar (1730–1796) was the princess of Ramanathapuram and the only child of Raja Chellamuthu vijayaragunatha Sethupathy and Rani Sakandhimuthal of the Ramnad kingdom. At the age of 16, she married the prince of Sivaganga, Muthuvadugananthur Udaiyathevar. She was an 18th-century queen of Sivaganga in present-day Tamil Nadu. She was also known as Veeramangai. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
She was also a distinguished scholar. She was proficient in multiple languages, including Tamil, English, French, and Urdu. She raised a formidable army that included a dedicated women’s battalion and the queen named her women’s army “Udaiyaal” in her adopted daughter’s honour. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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- Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Rani Velu Nachiyar (1730–1796) was the princess of Ramanathapuram and the only child of Raja Chellamuthu vijayaragunatha Sethupathy and Rani Sakandhimuthal of the Ramnad kingdom. At the age of 16, she married the prince of Sivaganga, Muthuvadugananthur Udaiyathevar. She was an 18th-century queen of Sivaganga in present-day Tamil Nadu. She was also known as Veeramangai. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
She was also a distinguished scholar. She was proficient in multiple languages, including Tamil, English, French, and Urdu. She raised a formidable army that included a dedicated women’s battalion and the queen named her women’s army “Udaiyaal” in her adopted daughter’s honour. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to Live Events Development Cell (LEDC), which was in news recently, consider the following statements:
- It was established by the Ministry of Culture.
- It aims to position India as a premier global destination for live entertainment by 2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Live Events Development Cell (LEDC) was established in July 2025 by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India. It aims to support the structured growth of India’s rapidly expanding live entertainment industry and strengthen the country’s emerging concert economy. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
- It functions as a single-window facilitation mechanism to streamline permissions and regulatory processes for large-scale events. And, it aims to position India as a premier global destination for live entertainment by 2030. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Live Events Development Cell (LEDC) was established in July 2025 by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India. It aims to support the structured growth of India’s rapidly expanding live entertainment industry and strengthen the country’s emerging concert economy. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
- It functions as a single-window facilitation mechanism to streamline permissions and regulatory processes for large-scale events. And, it aims to position India as a premier global destination for live entertainment by 2030. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
- Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, which was in news recently, is situated in?
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is located in the Nilgiris District of Tamil Nadu, spread over 321 sq. km. at the tri–junction of three states, viz, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. It lies on the Northeastern and Northwestern slopes of the Nilgiri hills, which is a part of the Western Ghats. It has a common boundary with Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) on the west, Bandipur Tiger Reserve (Karnataka) on the north, the Nilgiris North Division on the south and east, and Gudalur Forest Division on the south-west. Hence, option c is the correct answer.
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is located in the Nilgiris District of Tamil Nadu, spread over 321 sq. km. at the tri–junction of three states, viz, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. It lies on the Northeastern and Northwestern slopes of the Nilgiri hills, which is a part of the Western Ghats. It has a common boundary with Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) on the west, Bandipur Tiger Reserve (Karnataka) on the north, the Nilgiris North Division on the south and east, and Gudalur Forest Division on the south-west. Hence, option c is the correct answer.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about PathGennie, which was in news recently:
- It is a novel computational framework developed by scientists that can significantly accelerate the simulation of rare molecular events.
- It is open-source software developed for fast tracking of drug discovery.
- It was developed by scientists at the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology.
How many of the above statements is/are INCORRECT?
Correct
- Solution (d)
Solution (d)
Explanation:
- PathGennie is a novel computational framework developed by scientists that can significantly accelerate the simulation of rare molecular events. It is open-source software developed for fast tracking of drug discovery. It is aimed at fast-tracking the drug discovery process by accurately tracking molecular unbinding pathways. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It was developed by scientists at the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology. It addresses a long-standing challenge in molecular simulations, accurately modelling how drug molecules detach from their target proteins. It predicts the potential drugs unbind from their protein targets without the artificial distortions commonly used in standard methods. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
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- Solution (d)
Solution (d)
Explanation:
- PathGennie is a novel computational framework developed by scientists that can significantly accelerate the simulation of rare molecular events. It is open-source software developed for fast tracking of drug discovery. It is aimed at fast-tracking the drug discovery process by accurately tracking molecular unbinding pathways. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It was developed by scientists at the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology. It addresses a long-standing challenge in molecular simulations, accurately modelling how drug molecules detach from their target proteins. It predicts the potential drugs unbind from their protein targets without the artificial distortions commonly used in standard methods. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to SOAR Programme, which was in news recently, consider the following statements:
- It is an initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
- It aims to integrate artificial intelligence learning into India’s school education and training ecosystem, preparing both students and teachers for a rapidly evolving digital world.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
- Solution (c)
Explanation:
The SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness) Programme is an initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). It aims to integrate artificial intelligence learning into India’s school education and training ecosystem, preparing both students and teachers for a rapidly evolving digital world. It has a vision to position India as a global leader in AI by preparing its youth for AI-driven careers and entrepreneurial ventures. It focuses on school students from classes 6 to 12 and educators across India. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
The SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness) Programme is an initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). It aims to integrate artificial intelligence learning into India’s school education and training ecosystem, preparing both students and teachers for a rapidly evolving digital world. It has a vision to position India as a global leader in AI by preparing its youth for AI-driven careers and entrepreneurial ventures. It focuses on school students from classes 6 to 12 and educators across India. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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