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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding India’s semiconductor ecosystem:
The Vikram 32-bit processor represents India’s move towards strategic autonomy in space technology by reducing dependence on foreign radiation-hardened chips.
The Semicon India initiative focuses not only on chip design but also on establishing large-scale fabrication units (fabs) within the country.
Unlike consumer-grade processors, space-grade processors like Vikram prioritize reliability and radiation resistance over raw computational speed.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: (d)
Explanation:
Statement 1: Indigenous processors like Vikram reduce reliance on imported space-grade chips, boosting self-reliance. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: Semicon India is a comprehensive program for both chip design and fabrication ecosystem development. Hence the statement isCorrect
Statement 3: Space-grade chips trade off high speed for durability, stability, and radiation tolerance, which are vital for missions. Hence the statement isCorrect
Incorrect
Solution: (d)
Explanation:
Statement 1: Indigenous processors like Vikram reduce reliance on imported space-grade chips, boosting self-reliance. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: Semicon India is a comprehensive program for both chip design and fabrication ecosystem development. Hence the statement isCorrect
Statement 3: Space-grade chips trade off high speed for durability, stability, and radiation tolerance, which are vital for missions. Hence the statement isCorrect
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
“Maitree,” sometimes seen in news, is a joint military exercise between India and which country?
Correct
Solution: (b)
Explanation:
Exercise Maitree is a bilateral army exercise between India and Thailand, instituted in 2006.
Its focus is mainly on counter-terrorism operations in semi-urban and jungle terrain under UN peacekeeping mandates.
Recent editions, such as Maitree-XIV (2025), were held in Meghalaya, enhancing interoperability and defence cooperation.
Incorrect
Solution: (b)
Explanation:
Exercise Maitree is a bilateral army exercise between India and Thailand, instituted in 2006.
Its focus is mainly on counter-terrorism operations in semi-urban and jungle terrain under UN peacekeeping mandates.
Recent editions, such as Maitree-XIV (2025), were held in Meghalaya, enhancing interoperability and defence cooperation.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The BHARATI initiative, recently launched by APEDA, primarily aims at:
Correct
Solution: (b)
Explanation:
BHARATI = Bharat’s Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Enablement.
Launched by APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority).
Its first pilot cohort (2025) targets 100 agri-food and agri-tech startups with support in product development, market access, regulatory compliance, and export readiness.
It leverages AI, blockchain, IoT, agri-fintech, and sustainable packaging to boost India’s agri-food exports.
Hence, the correct aim is empowering startups for export enablement, not crop insurance, fertilizer subsidies, or irrigation.
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
BHARATI = Bharat’s Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Enablement.
Launched by APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority).
Its first pilot cohort (2025) targets 100 agri-food and agri-tech startups with support in product development, market access, regulatory compliance, and export readiness.
It leverages AI, blockchain, IoT, agri-fintech, and sustainable packaging to boost India’s agri-food exports.
Hence, the correct aim is empowering startups for export enablement, not crop insurance, fertilizer subsidies, or irrigation.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements:
A cut in RBI’s repo rate normally reduces bond yields, as existing bonds with higher coupons become more attractive in the secondary market.
If fiscal borrowing pressures are high, bond yields may rise despite rate cuts, as investors demand a higher risk premium.
Persistently low inflation strengthens the transmission of repo rate cuts to lower bond yields, whereas high inflation expectations can weaken or even reverse this effect.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: (d)
Explanation:
Statement 1: Rate cuts lower new borrowing costs, raising demand for older higher-interest bonds → higher prices → lower yields. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: Large government borrowing increases bond supply and fiscal risks, pushing yields higher even during a rate cut cycle. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: With low inflation, investors are comfortable with lower yields; but if inflation is high, they demand higher returns, offsetting repo rate cuts. Hence the statement is Correct
Incorrect
Solution: (d)
Explanation:
Statement 1: Rate cuts lower new borrowing costs, raising demand for older higher-interest bonds → higher prices → lower yields. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: Large government borrowing increases bond supply and fiscal risks, pushing yields higher even during a rate cut cycle. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: With low inflation, investors are comfortable with lower yields; but if inflation is high, they demand higher returns, offsetting repo rate cuts. Hence the statement is Correct
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Adi Vaani and constitutional provisions on linguistic diversity in India:
Adi Vaani, launched by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, supports real-time AI-powered translation of tribal languages, which aligns with the constitutional safeguard under Article 29 for preserving distinct languages, scripts, and cultures of minorities.
The initiative indirectly furthers the objective of Article 350A, which obligates the State to provide facilities for instruction in the mother tongue of children belonging to linguistic minority groups.
Since the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution already includes all tribal languages of India, Adi Vaani primarily serves as a digital accelerator rather than a preservation initiative.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Solution: (b)
Explanation:
Statement 1: Article 29 protects minorities’ right to conserve their distinct language, and Adi Vaani helps in digital preservation. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: While not directly in education, Adi Vaani promotes mother tongue accessibility, resonating with Article 350A. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: The Eighth Schedule does not include all tribal languages (only Santali, Bodo, etc. are included, but many like Gondi, Mundari, Bhili are outside it). Thus, preservation remains a key goal. Hence the statement is Incorrect
Incorrect
Solution: (b)
Explanation:
Statement 1: Article 29 protects minorities’ right to conserve their distinct language, and Adi Vaani helps in digital preservation. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: While not directly in education, Adi Vaani promotes mother tongue accessibility, resonating with Article 350A. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: The Eighth Schedule does not include all tribal languages (only Santali, Bodo, etc. are included, but many like Gondi, Mundari, Bhili are outside it). Thus, preservation remains a key goal. Hence the statement is Incorrect
