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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the 1948 Genocide Convention:
The Convention defines genocide as acts committed with intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group.
Only state actors, and not individuals, can be held responsible under the Convention.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: (a)
Explanation:
Statement 1: Article II defines genocide with reference to national, ethnic, racial, or religious groups. This statement is correct
Statement 2: Article IV clearly states that both state leaders, officials, and even private individuals can be held responsible. This statement is incorrect
Incorrect
Answer: (a)
Explanation:
Statement 1: Article II defines genocide with reference to national, ethnic, racial, or religious groups. This statement is correct
Statement 2: Article IV clearly states that both state leaders, officials, and even private individuals can be held responsible. This statement is incorrect
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The Typhon missile system developed by the United States was recently unveiled in association with which of the following country?
Correct
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
The Typhon missile system is a U.S.-developed, truck-based launcher capable of firing SM-6 and Tomahawk missiles.
It was first publicly unveiled in Japan during the Resolute Dragon joint military exercises in 2025.
Other options are included to test awareness of U.S. defense collaborations in the Indo-Pacific:
South Korea – Hosts the THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) missile system.
Australia – Part of AUKUS, a trilateral security pact with the U.S. and UK, focusing on submarines and defense technology, not Typhon.
Philippines – Has U.S. military presence under Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA), but not associated with Typhon.
Incorrect
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
The Typhon missile system is a U.S.-developed, truck-based launcher capable of firing SM-6 and Tomahawk missiles.
It was first publicly unveiled in Japan during the Resolute Dragon joint military exercises in 2025.
Other options are included to test awareness of U.S. defense collaborations in the Indo-Pacific:
South Korea – Hosts the THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) missile system.
Australia – Part of AUKUS, a trilateral security pact with the U.S. and UK, focusing on submarines and defense technology, not Typhon.
Philippines – Has U.S. military presence under Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA), but not associated with Typhon.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following pairs of Buddhist sites and their significance:
Lumbini – Birthplace of Buddha
Bodh Gaya – Buddha’s first sermon
Sarnath – Buddha’s enlightenment
Kushinagar – Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Correct
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Pair 1: Lumbini (Nepal) – Birthplace of Buddha. This pair is correct
Pair 2: Bodh Gaya – Place of Enlightenment, not first sermon. This pair is incorrect
Pair 3: Sarnath – First Sermon (Dhammachakra Pravartana), not enlightenment. This pair is incorrect
Pair 4: Kushinagar (UP) – Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana (death). This pair is correct
Incorrect
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Pair 1: Lumbini (Nepal) – Birthplace of Buddha. This pair is correct
Pair 2: Bodh Gaya – Place of Enlightenment, not first sermon. This pair is incorrect
Pair 3: Sarnath – First Sermon (Dhammachakra Pravartana), not enlightenment. This pair is incorrect
Pair 4: Kushinagar (UP) – Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana (death). This pair is correct
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding pension schemes for central government employees in India:
Under the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), employees do not make any contribution but are assured a pension of 50% of their last drawn basic pay.
The National Pension System (NPS) is a defined-benefit scheme that ensures a fixed pension irrespective of market performance
The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) requires a 10% employee contribution, yet guarantees a pension of 50% of the average basic pay of the last 12 months.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
Statement 1: OPS is non-contributory and assures 50% of last drawn basic pay. This statement is correct
Statement 2: NPS is a defined-contribution, market-linked scheme, not a defined-benefit scheme. Pension depends on returns and annuity purchase, not fixed by government. This statement is incorrect
Statement 3: UPS requires a 10% contribution but assures 50% of average basic pay (last 12 months). This statement is correct
Incorrect
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
Statement 1: OPS is non-contributory and assures 50% of last drawn basic pay. This statement is correct
Statement 2: NPS is a defined-contribution, market-linked scheme, not a defined-benefit scheme. Pension depends on returns and annuity purchase, not fixed by government. This statement is incorrect
Statement 3: UPS requires a 10% contribution but assures 50% of average basic pay (last 12 months). This statement is correct
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements:
India’s exploration licence for polymetallic sulphides in the Carlsberg Ridge was granted under the framework of the International Seabed Authority (ISA).
The ISA functions as an autonomous international organization established under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), 1982.
The Carlsberg Ridge lies entirely within India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Statement 1: India’s licence for polymetallic sulphides in Carlsberg Ridge was indeed approved under ISA. This statement is Correct
Statement 2: ISA was set up under UNCLOS, 1982, headquartered at Kingston, Jamaica. This statement is Correct
Statement 3: Carlsberg Ridge is in the international seabed area (the “Area”), beyond EEZ limits. This statement is Incorrect
Incorrect
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Statement 1: India’s licence for polymetallic sulphides in Carlsberg Ridge was indeed approved under ISA. This statement is Correct
Statement 2: ISA was set up under UNCLOS, 1982, headquartered at Kingston, Jamaica. This statement is Correct
Statement 3: Carlsberg Ridge is in the international seabed area (the “Area”), beyond EEZ limits. This statement is Incorrect
