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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
With reference to the Gini Coefficient, consider the following statements:
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A lower Gini Coefficient necessarily implies the absence of structural inequalities such as gender or digital exclusion.
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The Gini Coefficient is sensitive to changes in income distribution across the entire population and cannot distinguish between inequalities arising at different income levels.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: A low Gini Coefficient indicates lower measured income inequality, but does not account for structural inequalities like gender disparity, access to digital resources, or social discrimination. These are multidimensional and may persist even in economically “equal” societies. Hence statement is incorrect
- Statement 2: The Gini Coefficient is a summary statistic that captures overall income inequality but does not differentiate whether inequality is due to the top 1% gaining more or the bottom 50% being left behind. Hence, it lacks distributional granularity. Hence statement is correct
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: A low Gini Coefficient indicates lower measured income inequality, but does not account for structural inequalities like gender disparity, access to digital resources, or social discrimination. These are multidimensional and may persist even in economically “equal” societies. Hence statement is incorrect
- Statement 2: The Gini Coefficient is a summary statistic that captures overall income inequality but does not differentiate whether inequality is due to the top 1% gaining more or the bottom 50% being left behind. Hence, it lacks distributional granularity. Hence statement is correct
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Atmanirbhar Oil Seeds Abhiyan:
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The mission aims to make India fully self-sufficient in edible oil production by 2026-27.
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It includes promotion of secondary sources such as rice bran and cottonseed for additional oil extraction.
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The SATHI portal has been introduced under this mission to facilitate coordination in quality seed supply.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The mission aims for self-reliance in edible oil production by 2030-31, not 2026-27. Hence statement is incorrect
- Statement 2: The mission promotes secondary sources like rice bran, cottonseed, and tree-borne oilseeds to increase edible oil output. Hence statement is correct
Statement 3: The SATHI portal has been introduced for the coordination of quality seed supply. Hence statement is correct
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The mission aims for self-reliance in edible oil production by 2030-31, not 2026-27. Hence statement is incorrect
- Statement 2: The mission promotes secondary sources like rice bran, cottonseed, and tree-borne oilseeds to increase edible oil output. Hence statement is correct
Statement 3: The SATHI portal has been introduced for the coordination of quality seed supply. Hence statement is correct
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to high-altitude geothermal systems in arid regions, consider the following statements:
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In high-altitude cold deserts, the rapid precipitation of calcium carbonate in geothermal springs is primarily a result of reduced atmospheric pressure enhancing CO₂ degassing.
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Geothermal activity in tectonically stable cratonic regions is more likely to produce extensive hydrothermal surface features than in regions of active crustal deformation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: At high altitudes, low atmospheric pressure facilitates the degassing of CO₂ from geothermal waters, which shifts the chemical equilibrium, leading to precipitation of calcium carbonate (travertine). This is a key mechanism in Puga Valley and similar settings. Hence statement is correct
Statement 2: Tectonically active regions, not stable cratons, are more likely to exhibit geothermal activity and associated surface features like hot springs and fumaroles. Cratonic regions are geologically older and less dynamic, making them less favourable for surface geothermal manifestations. Hence statement is incorrect
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Solution: (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: At high altitudes, low atmospheric pressure facilitates the degassing of CO₂ from geothermal waters, which shifts the chemical equilibrium, leading to precipitation of calcium carbonate (travertine). This is a key mechanism in Puga Valley and similar settings. Hence statement is correct
Statement 2: Tectonically active regions, not stable cratons, are more likely to exhibit geothermal activity and associated surface features like hot springs and fumaroles. Cratonic regions are geologically older and less dynamic, making them less favourable for surface geothermal manifestations. Hence statement is incorrect
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Pralay missile, recently in news, is best described as:
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
Pralay Missile
Overview:
- Pralay is an indigenous surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
- It is designed for quick deployment and precision strikes in tactical military operations.
Key Features:
- Range: 150–500 km
- Warhead: Conventional payload (350-700 kg)
- Guidance System: Advanced Inertial Navigation System (INS) and GPS guidance for accuracy.
- Launch Platform: Road-mobile canister launchers, allowing fast and flexible deployment.
- Speed: High supersonic, allowing rapid strikes on enemy targets.
- Maneuverability: Capable of mid-course trajectory changes, making it harder to intercept by missile defense systems.
Development and Testing:
Developed by Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a DRDO laboratory.
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
Pralay Missile
Overview:
- Pralay is an indigenous surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
- It is designed for quick deployment and precision strikes in tactical military operations.
Key Features:
- Range: 150–500 km
- Warhead: Conventional payload (350-700 kg)
- Guidance System: Advanced Inertial Navigation System (INS) and GPS guidance for accuracy.
- Launch Platform: Road-mobile canister launchers, allowing fast and flexible deployment.
- Speed: High supersonic, allowing rapid strikes on enemy targets.
- Maneuverability: Capable of mid-course trajectory changes, making it harder to intercept by missile defense systems.
Development and Testing:
Developed by Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a DRDO laboratory.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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With reference to Kaziranga National Park, consider the following statements:
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It lies in the floodplains of the Brahmaputra River and is primarily characterized by tall elephant grass, marshland, and tropical moist deciduous forests.
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Kaziranga is the only national park in India that has both the highest density of one-horned rhinoceroses and one of the top three tiger densities as of 2024.
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The recent rise in Kaziranga’s tiger population was primarily due to translocation efforts from neighbouring tiger reserves.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Kaziranga lies in the Brahmaputra floodplains and is known for its tall elephant grass, wetlands, and mixed forests, making it ideal for diverse megafauna. Hence statement is correct
- Statement 2: Kaziranga is globally recognized for its highest density of one-horned rhinoceroses and now ranks third in tiger density in India (2024 data). Hence statement is correct
- Statement 3: The rise in tiger population is not due to translocation, but mainly due to natural population increase and the first-time inclusion of Biswanath Wildlife Division in the survey. Hence statement is incorrect
Incorrect
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Kaziranga lies in the Brahmaputra floodplains and is known for its tall elephant grass, wetlands, and mixed forests, making it ideal for diverse megafauna. Hence statement is correct
- Statement 2: Kaziranga is globally recognized for its highest density of one-horned rhinoceroses and now ranks third in tiger density in India (2024 data). Hence statement is correct
- Statement 3: The rise in tiger population is not due to translocation, but mainly due to natural population increase and the first-time inclusion of Biswanath Wildlife Division in the survey. Hence statement is incorrect
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