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5. Consider the following statements regarding the Bhadra landscape of Karnataka: 1. Bhadra Tiger Reserve forms part of the Western Ghats landscape. 2. The reserve supports populations of species such as tiger, leopard and gaur. 3. It is entirely located within the semi-arid region of northern Karnataka. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (b)

4. Consider the following statements regarding the Western Ghats of Karnataka: 1. The region acts as an important watershed for several rivers originating in Karnataka. 2. It influences the southwest monsoon and receives substantial orographic rainfall. 3. Most rivers originating in the Western Ghats of Karnataka flow eastwards into the Arabian Sea. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (b)

3. Consider the following statements regarding Myristica Swamps of Karnataka: 1. They are characterized by trees with prominent stilt roots and knee roots, adapted to waterlogged conditions. 2. They are dominated by members of the family Myristicaceae, including species such as Gymnacranthera canarica and Myristica magnifica. 3. They are primarily found in the dry deciduous tracts of the Eastern plains of Karnataka. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (c)

2. With reference to elephant conservation in Karnataka, consider the following statements: 1. Karnataka forms an important part of the Asian elephant population landscape in southern India. 2. Elephant corridors facilitate movement between fragmented habitats and are important for maintaining genetic and ecological connectivity. 3. Human-elephant conflict is influenced by habitat fragmentation and changes in land use around forest areas. 4. Elephant corridors are legally equivalent to National Parks under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: (b)

1. With reference to the biodiversity of Karnataka, consider the following statements: 1. The Western Ghats region of Karnataka contains significant stretches of tropical evergreen and semi-evergreen forests. 2. The Western Ghats of Karnataka form part of a global biodiversity hotspot. 3. The eastern plains of Karnataka generally receive higher annual rainfall than the Western Ghats. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (a)

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5. Consider the following statements regarding the Battle of Plassey: Statement I: The Battle of Plassey (1757) is historically regarded as a military skirmish rather than a great battle, won more by treachery than by martial prowess. Statement II: The victory at Plassey granted the East India Company the Diwani rights of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Answer: (c)

4.bThe Government of India Act, 1935, is considered a landmark in India’s constitutional history. Consider the following provisions with respect to the Act: 1. It proposed the establishment of an All-India Federation consisting of British Indian Provinces and Princely States. 2. It abolished the system of dyarchy in the provinces and introduced it at the Centre. 3. It granted the right to vote to all Indian citizens who had attained the age of 18. 4. It established the Reserve Bank of India to control the currency and credit of the country. How many of the above provisions were part of the Act? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four Answer: (c)

3. Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The Dandi March, led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930, was a highly symbolic act that successfully mobilized diverse sections of Indian society against British rule. Statement-II: The British government’s monopoly on the production and sale of salt was an economic grievance that affected every single household in India, making it a powerful and universally relatable issue for a mass struggle. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Answer: (a)

2. Consider the following statements regarding the treaties signed during the Second Anglo-Maratha War: 1. The Treaty of Bassein was signed by Peshwa Baji Rao II, accepting the Subsidiary Alliance. 2. The Treaty of Deogaon was signed by the Holkars after their defeat. 3. The Treaty of Surji-Anjangaon forced the Scindias to cede the Ganga-Yamuna Doab region. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (b)

1. With reference to the Anglo-French rivalry, consider the following statements: 1. The First Carnatic War was an extension of the War of Austrian Succession in Europe. 2. The Battle of Wandiwash (1760) was the decisive battle of the Second Carnatic War. 3. The Treaty of Paris (1763) allowed the French to retain their factories in India but forbade them from fortifying them. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Answer: (b)

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5. Which of the following describes a key administrative principle mentioned in Krishnadevaraya’s Amuktamalyada? (a) The King should personally lead all military expeditions and avoid the use of professional generals. (b) A King should maintain his treasury through the confiscation of property from religious institutions. (c) Ministers should be Brahmins well-versed in “Rajaniti” and possess profound knowledge of the Shastras. (d) The use of foreign languages like Persian should be discouraged in all administrative correspondence. Answer: (c)

4. Consider the following statements regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India: 1. GST is a value-added tax that has subsumed central taxes like Central Excise Duty and Service Tax. 2. Petroleum products and alcoholic liquor for human consumption are currently outside the purview of GST. 3. The GST Council is a constitutional body chaired by the Union Finance Minister. 4. Under the GST regime, every supplier is required to pay tax on the output and can claim an input tax credit on the inputs. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four Answer: (d)

3. With reference to the cultural contributions of Ashoka, consider the following statements: 1. He is the first monarch in Indian history to communicate directly with his subjects through public inscriptions. 2. The 13th Major Rock Edict, which mentions the Kalinga War, is found at the sites of Dhauli and Jaugada in Odisha. 3. The Sarnath Lion Capital, which contains an Ashokan pillar edict, has been adopted as the State Emblem of India. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Answer: (b)

2. Consider the following statements regarding Ashokan inscriptions: 1. The Bhabru-Bairat Rock Edict is categorized as a Minor Rock Edict and addresses the Buddhist Sangha directly. 2. The Kandahar Inscription is a bilingual edict in Greek and Aramaic, reflecting the diverse populations of the Northwestern Mauryan frontier. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: (c)

1. Consider the following statements in respect of the literary works of Harshavardhana: 1. He is the author of the Harshacharita, which serves as his primary autobiography. 2. His drama Nagananda contains a rare invocation to the Bodhisattva of Mercy, Avalokitesvara. 3. The plays Ratnavali and Priyadarsika are noted for their use of the “Garbhanka” (play-within-a-play) technique. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Answer: (b)

5. Consider the following statements regarding the Pellet-Beam Propulsion System: 1. It is a new spacecraft propulsion technology that uses lasers to shoot small fuel pellets into a chamber where they are ignited to generate thrust. 2. It is more efficient than traditional rocket engines because it provides a much higher specific impulse. 3. It has already been used in space missions such as the Voyager probes and the Mars rovers. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: (a)

4. Consider the following statements regarding the debt-payment record of the Central Government of India: 1. Fiscal deficit has never crossed 10% of GDP for India. 2. India has never defaulted on its forex debt obligation. 3. The Government of India borrows more from foreign entities than domestic entities. Which of the above statements is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 2 Answer: (d)