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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Indian Sandalwood, which was in news recently:
- It is a hemi-parasitic tree, meaning it derives some of its nutrients from the roots of other host plants.
- It is primarily found in Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests.
- It is a long-duration crop, taking nearly 20 years to develop quality heartwood, which is the primary source of sandalwood oil.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Q.1) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Indian Sandalwood is a hemi-parasitic tree, meaning it derives some of its nutrients from the roots of other host plants. It is known by the name “Chandan” and “Srigandha” in India. It is primarily found in Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests. It is one of the oldest and precious sources of natural fragrance. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It is a long-duration crop, taking nearly 20 years to develop quality heartwood, which is the primary source of sandalwood oil. It is native to India, Indonesia, and Australia. It freely produces seed and natural regeneration occurs both via seedlings and through root suckers after trees have been uprooted and the stump removed from the ground. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
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Q.1) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Indian Sandalwood is a hemi-parasitic tree, meaning it derives some of its nutrients from the roots of other host plants. It is known by the name “Chandan” and “Srigandha” in India. It is primarily found in Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests. It is one of the oldest and precious sources of natural fragrance. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It is a long-duration crop, taking nearly 20 years to develop quality heartwood, which is the primary source of sandalwood oil. It is native to India, Indonesia, and Australia. It freely produces seed and natural regeneration occurs both via seedlings and through root suckers after trees have been uprooted and the stump removed from the ground. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Vibrant Villages Programme-II, which was in news recently:
- It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
- It is launched by Ministry of Defence.
- It is implemented across all States and Union Territories.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Vibrant Villages Programme-II is a Central Sector Scheme (100% center funding). It aims to create better living conditions and adequate livelihood opportunities to ensure prosperous and safe borders, control trans-border crime and assimilate the border population with the nation. It is launched by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Hence, statements 1 and 2 are not correct.
- It is implemented across 15 States and 2 Union Territories. It shall provide funds for infrastructure development within the village or a cluster of villages like education infrastructure like SMART classes, development of tourism circuits. It focuses on value chain development through cooperatives, SHGs, etc. to create diverse & sustainable livelihood opportunities in the border areas. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Vibrant Villages Programme-II is a Central Sector Scheme (100% center funding). It aims to create better living conditions and adequate livelihood opportunities to ensure prosperous and safe borders, control trans-border crime and assimilate the border population with the nation. It is launched by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Hence, statements 1 and 2 are not correct.
- It is implemented across 15 States and 2 Union Territories. It shall provide funds for infrastructure development within the village or a cluster of villages like education infrastructure like SMART classes, development of tourism circuits. It focuses on value chain development through cooperatives, SHGs, etc. to create diverse & sustainable livelihood opportunities in the border areas. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST), which was in news recently, consider the following statements:
- It is a statutory body established to safeguard the rights and interests of India’s tribal population.
- It was established by amending Article 338 and inserting a new Article 338A by the 89th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003.
- Its headquarters is located in New Delhi.
Which of the above statements is/are INCORRECT?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) is a constitutional body established to safeguard the rights and interests of India’s tribal population. It was bifurcated from the erstwhile combined National Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes on 19 February 2004. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
- It was established by amending Article 338 and inserting a new Article 338A by the 89th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003. It aims to investigate and monitor all matters relating to safeguards provided for STs under the Constitution or any other law. Its headquarters is located in New Delhi. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) is a constitutional body established to safeguard the rights and interests of India’s tribal population. It was bifurcated from the erstwhile combined National Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes on 19 February 2004. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
- It was established by amending Article 338 and inserting a new Article 338A by the 89th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003. It aims to investigate and monitor all matters relating to safeguards provided for STs under the Constitution or any other law. Its headquarters is located in New Delhi. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to Exercise MILAN 2026, which was in news recently, consider the following statements:
- It is a multilateral naval exercise initiated by the Indian Navy to enhance maritime cooperation and interoperability among friendly navies in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Its theme is “Camaraderie, Cohesion, and Collaboration”.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Exercise MILAN 2026 is a multilateral naval exercise initiated by the Indian Navy to enhance maritime cooperation, interoperability and trust among friendly navies in the Indo-Pacific region. It is the 13th edition of India’s flagship biennial multilateral naval exercise. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
- It is the largest-ever edition, marking a historic “maritime convergence” by coinciding with the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026 and the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs. Its theme is “Camaraderie, Cohesion, and Collaboration”. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Exercise MILAN 2026 is a multilateral naval exercise initiated by the Indian Navy to enhance maritime cooperation, interoperability and trust among friendly navies in the Indo-Pacific region. It is the 13th edition of India’s flagship biennial multilateral naval exercise. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
- It is the largest-ever edition, marking a historic “maritime convergence” by coinciding with the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026 and the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs. Its theme is “Camaraderie, Cohesion, and Collaboration”. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about Finland, which was in news recently:
- It is located in Northern Europe.
- It is also known as the “Land of a Thousand Lakes”.
Which of the above statements is/are INCORRECT?
Correct
Q.5) Solution (d)
Explanation:
Finland is located in Northern Europe. It is bounded by the Gulf of Finland (south), Gulf of Bothnia (southwest) and Baltic Sea. It is heavily forested and contains some 56,000 lakes, numerous rivers, and extensive areas of marshlands. It is also known as the “Land of a Thousand Lakes”. The largest lake of Finland is Lake Saimaa. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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Q.5) Solution (d)
Explanation:
Finland is located in Northern Europe. It is bounded by the Gulf of Finland (south), Gulf of Bothnia (southwest) and Baltic Sea. It is heavily forested and contains some 56,000 lakes, numerous rivers, and extensive areas of marshlands. It is also known as the “Land of a Thousand Lakes”. The largest lake of Finland is Lake Saimaa. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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