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1. With reference to the National College for Policing and 5. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Major
Law Enforcement (NCPLE), consider the following Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award’
statements: 1. Earlier, it was named the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
1. This is built with the help of India Grant Assistance Award.
in Addu City, Maldives. 2. It's the highest sporting award given by the Ministry
2. This institute will prevent and counter violent of Youth Affairs and Sports.
extremism as well as de-radicalization. 3. The first recipient was Chess legend Viswanathan
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Anand.
A. 1 only B. 2 only Select the correct answer using the code given below:
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only D. 1, 2 and 3
2. Consider the following statements:
6. Consider the following statements regarding “Federation
1. The Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) is the primary
Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)”:
legislation regarding the procedural aspects of
criminal law. 1. It is the international governing body of association
football only.
2. Police have powers to take physical and biological
2. FIFA is a non-profit organisation.
samples of convicts as well as those accused of
crimes. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? A. 1 only B. 2 only
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 7. Consider the following statements regarding the
European Union (EU):
3. Consider the following statements regarding Federation
1. The EU is a political and economic union with 28
Internationale de Football Association (FIFA):
member states.
1. It is the international governing body of association
2. Ukraine is the latest member of the EU, joined just
football, futsal, and beach soccer.
after the Russian invasion.
2. It is headquartered in Zurich.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements is/are not correct? A. 1 only
A. 1 only B. 2 only B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 C. Both 1 and 2
4. Which of the following statements is/are not correct D. Neither 1 nor 2
regarding Fisheries in India?
8. Consider the following statements about Dragon Fruit:
1. India is the second largest fish producing country in 1. The plant is native to southern Mexico and Central
the world accounting for about 8% of global America.
production.
2. The fruit is considered good for diabetic patients
2. India is among the top 5 exporters of fish in the and is high in nutrients like iron, calcium, potassium
world. and zinc.
3. Tilapia is an indigenously developed technique for 3. In India, Mizoram tops among the States that
Aquaculture in India. cultivate this fruit.
Select the correct answer using the code given below: Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only B. 2 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only C. 1 and 3 only
D. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
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9. With reference to the Sports Fund for Pension to 13. Consider the following statements regarding the Code
Meritorious Sportspersons, consider the following on Industrial Relations 2020:
statements: 1. Every industrial establishment with a minimum of
1. It aims to provide a lifelong monthly pension to 50 employees will be subject to its provisions.
medal winners in the Olympic Games and 2. It states that strikes in a public utility service require
Commonwealth Games. an advance notice of six weeks.
2. Pension benefits have been extended to the athletes 3. It also has provisions to set up a re-skilling fund for
of the Deaflympics also. training of retrenched workers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
10. Consider the following statements regarding Hatti 14. Which of the following is not a high priority category
Community: game under the Target Olympic Podium Game?
1. They belong to Himachal Pradesh. A. Badminton B. Hockey
2. They are governed by a traditional council called C. Tennis D. Swimming
khumbli.
15. Consider the following statements regarding the
3. They have been demanding Schedule Tribe status
Aviation sector:
since 1967.
1. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is
responsible for regulating safety issues in the field
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 only of Civil Aviation.
C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 2. Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA)
11. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Left Wing regulates tariff for the aeronautical services, and
Extremism (LWE)’: other airport charges for services at airports.
1. LWE basically intended to bring change through Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
violent revolution. A. 1 only B. 2 only
2. SAMADHAN doctrine is the one-stop solution for C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
the LWE problem by the Ministry of Defense. 16. Consider the following statements regarding “Fields
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Medal”?
A. 1 only 1. It is conferred by the International Mathematical
B. 2 only Union.
C. Both 1 and 2 2. It is awarded to recognize outstanding achievements
D. Neither 1 nor 2 in the field of mathematics.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
12. Consider the following statements about ‘NIRF Rankings
A. 1 only B. 2 only
2022’:
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
1. National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF),
2022 was launched by the Ministry of Education. 17. Consider the following statements regarding “Bhils”
2. NIRF Ranking 2022 ranks only Higher Education Tribe:
Institutions (HEIs) in the country. 1. They are commonly referred to as Rajasthan's
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? bowmen.
A. 1 only 2. They are members of the pre-Aryan race.
B. 2 only Which of the above statements is/are correct?
C. Both 1 and 2 A. 1 only B. 2 only
D. Neither 1 nor 2 C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
18. With reference to the National Investigation Agency, 23. Consider the following statements:
consider the following statements: 1. T cells are those cells that move around the body
1. State governments can directly refer the cases detecting anomalies and infections in cells.
pertaining to the scheduled offences to the National 2. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), after entering
Investigation Agency. the body, multiplies itself and destroys CD4 cells.
2. The jurisdiction of NIA extends only within the 3. The Adult Prevalence rate of HIV is highest in
territorial region of India. Rajasthan.
A. 1 only B. 2 only A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
19. Consider the following statements regarding ‘World 24. Consider the following statements regarding “Indian
Food Programme’: Navy Ensign”:
1. It was given the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020. 1. The present ensign carries Saint George’s Cross with
2. It was founded in 1961 and headquartered in Rome. the Tricolour in the canton.
3. It is a member of the United Nations Sustainable 2. In 2014, the words ‘Satyamev Jayate’ were included
on the flag below the Ashoka emblem in the
Development Group (UNSDG).
Devanagri script.
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only
A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
20. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Self Help
25. With reference to Ganga Vilas Cruise, consider the
Groups (SHGs)’:
following statements:
1. SHG are formal associations of people who come
1. It is the world’s longest river cruise.
together to find ways to improve their living
2. The cruise will be managed by government operators.
conditions.
3. It is planned to visit tourist spots like World Heritage
2. The Genesis of SHG in India can be traced to
Sites, National Parks in India only.
formation of Self-Employed Women’s Association
(SEWA) in 1970. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
3. SHG are allowed to have a savings account in banks. A. 1 and 2 only B. 1 only
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 only
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only 26. Which of the following is the primary mandate of the
C. 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in India?
A. Search and rescue operations in flood-affected areas
21. Consider the following statements regarding National
B. Providing medical assistance during natural disasters
Statistics Day (NSD):
C. Coordinating relief and rehabilitation efforts with
1. India observes the NSD to remember the founder
state governments
of the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI).
D. All of the above
2. Theme of NSD 2022 was Data for Sustainable
Development. 27. Recently the term Perestroika was in the news, it is
Which of the following given above is/are not correct? related to which of the following statements?
A. 1 only B. 2 only 1. It’s related to economic and political reforms in the
former Soviet Union.
2. It’s a form of Supersonic Missile System of Russia.
22. Dharma Guardian Military exercise is conducted 3. It’s the military exercise between India, China and
between which of the following countries? Russia.
A. India and Bhutan B. India and Nepal 4. It’s a treaty to reduce nuclear weapons between
C. India and Japan D. India and Srilanka Russia and USA.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. 1 and 2 only D. 1 and 4 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
28. Which one of the following best describes Gaslighting? 33. Jallikattu is a traditional sport in which:
A. It is an Indian government initiative to procure cheap A. Players ride horses and try to catch a flag.
gas from Russia. B. Players try to catch a flag while running through an
B. It is a policy adopted by UNFCC to promote green obstacle course.
energy. C. Bulls are released into a crowd and participants try
C. It is a phenomenon of psychological manipulation to grab a cloth tied to the bull's horns.
of a person. D. Players try to knock each other off a raised platform
D. It is referred to taking up a second job apart from using padded sticks.
one's full-time job.
34. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
29. Consider the following statements regarding Beypore 1. The World Puzzle Federation is an association of
Uru? NGOs with an interest in puzzles.
1. It is a symbol of Kerala’s trade relations with the Gulf 2. World Sudoku Championship (WSC) is supervised
countries. by the World Puzzle Federation.
2. Odayis and Khalasis communities are involved in Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Uru-making. A. 1 only B. 2 only
Select the correct answer using the code given below: C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 35. Regarding the Cyber Surakshit Bharat, consider the
30. Consider the following statements regarding FIFA World 1. It's an initiative of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Cup 2022 2. Its mission is to spread awareness about cyber-
1. Al Rihla football was used for the world cup final. crime.
2. La’eeb was the Official Mascot for FIFA WC 2022 3. Any person can avail themselves to the course
3. Golden boot was given to Lionel Messi. provided by the Government.
A. 1 and 2 only B. 1 and 3 only A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only
C. 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3 C. 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3 only
31. With reference to Sansad Khel Mahakumbh 2022-23, 36. Consider the following statements with respect to
consider the following statements: ‘Pashmina’:
1. It is an initiative to promote sports and fitness among 1. Pashmina shawl is made up of ‘Shahtoosh’ guard hair
Parliamentarians in the country. which comes from the fleece of Changthangi Goat.
2. Only outdoor games competition is organised under 2. The Changpa tribes of Ladakh who heard the
sansad Khel Mahakumbh. Changthangi goats harvest the raw Pashm.
A. 1 only B. 2 only A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
32. Consider the following statements regarding Faster 37. Consider the following statements regarding
Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric “Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)”:
Vehicles in India (FAME) India: 1. Superbugs are those microorganisms that develop
1. It is a part of the National Electric Mobility Mission Antimicrobial Resistance.
Plan. 2. It occurs when a microorganism changes over time
2. It is aimed at incentivizing all vehicle segments. and no longer responds to medicines.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? 42. Which of the following countries hosts the Exercise
A. 1 only B. 2 only “Kakadu”?
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 A. Malaysia B. Australia
C. US D. Japan
1. Thailand is the biggest exporter of broken rice. 43. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
2. Broken rice is highly rich in calorific value and fiber 1. The National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP)
content. promotes fully electric vehicles only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 2. Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &)
A. 1 only B. 2 only Electric Vehicles is a part of NEMMP 2020.
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only B. 2 only
39. With reference to rural tourism in India, consider the C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
1. It involves exploring and experiencing the rural 44. Consider the following statements regarding
lifestyle and culture by participating in various “Euthanasia”:
activities. 1. Active Euthanasia is stopping lifesaving treatment
2. It only focuses on experiencing the rural lifestyle with the consent of the patient or a family member
and culture and does not involve any recreational or a close friend representing the patient.
activities. 2. Passive Euthanasia is legal in India.
3. Rural tourism can help revitalize local art and crafts, Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
prevent viable traditional occupations from being A. 1 only B. 2 only
displaced, and create new job opportunities. C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
4. Rural tourism has no significance in the development
of rural areas. 45. INSPIRE awards – MANAK is related to which of the
following?
A. Motivating students to become future innovators
and critical thinkers
C. 1, 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
B. Smart Cities Competition
40. Regarding the Operation Gear Box, consider the C. Achieving 100% functional literacy in every district
following statements: of India
1. It's a government project to detect the hidden drugs. D. None of the above
2. An initiative to promote safety in Vehicles.
3. A Government Scheme regarding free registration
1. Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development
of electric vehicles.
(AIBD) was established under the aegis of UNESCO.
4. World Bank’s project to promote entrepreneurship
2. Its basic objective is to achieve a vibrant and
& innovation.
cohesive print media in the Asia-Pacific region.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 4only
A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. 1 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
41. Consider the following statements: 47. Consider the following statements regarding Ebola Virus
1. A hereditary illness of the bones is called sickle cell Disease:
disease (SCD).
1. It is caused by an infection with a group of viruses
2. Sickle Cell Disease affects the calcium absorption in within the genus Ebolavirus.
the body by affecting blood flow. 2. Human-to-Human Transmission is not possible in
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? this Disease.
A. 1 only B. 2 only 3. Fruit bats of the Pteropodidae family are natural
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 Ebola virus hosts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 52. With reference to Lifestyle for the Environment(LiFE)
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 only initiative, consider the following statements:
C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 1. It was introduced by the USA during the UN General
assembly in 2021.
48. Regarding ‘International Day of Peace’, consider the
2. It aims to promote an environmentally conscious
lifestyle instead of ‘mindless and wasteful
1. It's observed on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. consumption.
2. Theme for the year 2022 is ‘End racism. Build peace’. 3. The Mission plans to create and nurture a global
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? network of individuals, namely ‘Pro-Planet People’
A. 1 only B. 2 only (P3).
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 only
1. Cardiovascular diseases are not non-communicable
diseases. 53. Consider the following statements regarding “Operation
2. The National Program for the Prevention and Control Megh Chakra”:
of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases, and 1. It is a pan-India drive against the circulation and
Stroke (NPCDCS) is a part of the National Health sharing of Child Sexual Abuse Material.
Mission (NHM). 2. It is being conducted by the National Investigation
Select the correct answer using the code given below: Agency (NIA).
A. 1 only Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
B. 2 only A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2 54. Consider the following statements regarding “Rabies”:
50. Which of the following is not used as cloud seeding 1. It is a zoonotic disease.
agent? 2. It is caused by a Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) virus present
A. Silver Iodide aerosols in the saliva of a rabid animal.
B. Liquid Nitrogen Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
C. Potassium Iodide A. 1 only B. 2 only
D. Liquid propane C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
51. Consider the following statements regarding Dvorak 55. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
Technique: 1. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a group of
1. It is a Cloud Pattern Recognition Technique (CPRT) disorders that are related to the heart and lungs.
based on a concept model of the development and 2. Cardiovascular disease is commonly related to the
decay of tropical cyclones. accumulation of fatty deposits within the arteries.
2. In this methodology, available satellite images Select the correct answer using the code given below:
obtained from polar orbiting satellites are used to A. 1 only B. 2 only
examine the features of the developing tropical C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
storms.
56. Consider the following statements regarding Dadasaheb
Phalke Award:
A. 1 only
1. It is considered the highest honour in the Indian film
B. 2 only fraternity.
C. Both 1 and 2 2. It is presented by the Union Minister of Information
D. Neither 1 nor 2 and Broadcasting.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 62. With reference to Tuberculosis (TB), consider the
A. 1 only B. 2 only following statements:
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 1. TB is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium
tuberculosis.
57. Consider the following statements regarding Dhundiraj
2. There is no vaccine for the treatment of Tuberculosis.
Govind Dadasaheb Phalke:
1. He wrote, produced, and directed India’s first feature
film, the silent Raja Harishchandra. A. 1 only B. 2 only
2. He is known as “Father of Indian Cinema”. C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? 63. Consider the following statements regarding lead:
A. 1 only B. 2 only 1. In the human body, it is distributed to the brain, liver
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 and kidney.
2. As of 2019, the highest burden of consequent
58. Which of the following countries is/are part of “Nordic deaths/diseases caused by lead exposure was in
Countries”:
developed, industrialised countries.
1. Sweden 2. Finland 3. Lead exposure is associated with conditions like
3. Iceland 4. Lithuania anaemia, hypertension and renal impairment.
A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 1, 3 and 4 only A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only
C. 2 and 4 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4 C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
59. Consider the following statements about De-Notified, 64. With reference to Anti-Radiation Pills, consider the
Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNTs)? following statements:
1. DNTs are communities that were ‘notified’ as being 1. They provide some protection in cases of radiation
‘born criminals’ during the British regime under a exposure.
series of laws starting with the Criminal Tribes Act 2. It relies on the Phenomenon of Thyroid Blocking.
of 1871.
3. They provide 100% protection against radiation.
2. All DNTs are covered under in any of the SC, ST or
OBC categories.
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 only
A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 65. With reference to Algal Bloom, consider the following
statements:
60. With reference to Anti-Radiation Pills, consider the
1. They are also known as Red Tides.
2. Eutrophication is one of the major causes of the
1. They provide some protection in cases of radiation
growth of algae.
exposure.
3. These algal blooms benefit aquaculture.
2. It relies on the Phenomenon of Thyroid Blocking.
3. They provide 100% protection against radiation.
C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 only 66. With reference to the recently held National Games,
consider the following statements:
61. Who is the winner of the World Food Prize 2022? 1. The first edition of the games was held in Lahore.
A. Dr. Shakuntala Haraksingh 2. Earlier they were known as the Indian Olympic
B. Akshaya Patra Foundation Games.
C. International Food Policy Research Institute 3. The official mascot of the 36th national games is
D. Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig SAVAJ.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. 1, 2, 3 only D. 3 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
67. Regarding the initiatives taken by the Council of Scientific 71. Consider the following statements about the ‘Mange
and Industrial Research (CSIR), consider the following disease’:
statements: 1. It is a skin disease of animals caused by mite
Innovation Purpose infestations.
1. Drishti transmissometer : Provides visibility for 2. It is transmitted between animals by direct contact.
safe landing & take- 3. It is known to affect only wild animals.
off operations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2. Ksheer-scanner : Detect the level of A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only
milk adulteration. C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
3. Indelible ink : Mark the fingernail 72. Consider the following statements regarding World
of a voter during Habitat Day (WHD):
elections. 1. The United Nations has designated the 3rd of
October every year as WHD.
4. Indigenous Gyrotron : Lithium-ion solar
2. The theme of this year’s WHD was “Mind the Gap.
powered device for
Leave No One Behind and No Place Behind.”
railways.
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
A. 1 only B. 2 only
A. Only one pair B. Only two pairs C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
C. Only three pairs D. Only four pairs
73. Consider the following pairs:
68. Consider the following statements: Gallantry Award Feature
1. The Ticks are harmful as blood sucking parasites 1. Param Vir Chakra - It is the second-
severely affect productivity of dairy animals.
highest gallantry
2. The formulation comprising herbal ingredients like award.
neem and nagod are used for combating tick
2. Maha Vir Chakra - It is India’s highest
infestation among dairy animals.
military award.
3. Vir Chakra - It is the country's
A. 1 only B. 2 only
third-highest
wartime gallantry
69. Consider the following statements regarding the Foot award.
and Mouth Disease: Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
1. It is a highly contagious fungal infection that affects A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only
cattle, swine, sheep and goats.
C. 3 only D. 2 and 3 only
2. Only in rare cases, humans are susceptible to this
disease. 74. With respect to the World Meteorological Organization
(WMO), consider the following statements:
1. It originated from the International Meteorological
A. 1 only B. 2 only
Organization (IMO).
2. India is not a member of WMO.
70. Consider the following statements: 3. It is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
1. Darlong is a tribal community of Sikkim. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2. The Darlongs have customary laws and practices to A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only
govern them and dispense their own affairs. C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
75. Consider the following statements regarding the 81. Consider the following statements regarding “Alzheimer
Association of Asian Election Authorities (AAEA): Disease”:
1. It was established in 1998 in pursuance of the 1. Alzheimer's disease is caused by the abnormal build-
resolution passed by participants of the Symposium up of proteins in and around brain cells.
on Asian Elections. 2. Men have a higher risk of having Alzheimer’s disease
2. The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a founding than Women.
member of AAEA. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A. 1 only B. 2 only
82. Consider the following statements regarding “Nobel
76. The ‘Bavan Kashi Subodh Ratnakar’ is written by which Prize”:
of the following personalities? 1. The prize ceremony is held in Germany, in December
A. Savitribai Phule B. Sarojani Naidu every year.
C. Annie Besant D. Bhikaiji Cama 2. Mother Teresa was the first Indian Women Nobel
Laureate.
77. The Boltzmann Medal is associated with which of the
3. Nobel Prize was established by the will of Alfred
following fields?
Nobel.
A. Statistical Physics B. Applied Chemistry
C. Computing Machinery D. Mathematics
78. Consider the following statements with reference to C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
Nipah virus:
83. Who among the following won the Nobel Prize for
1. It is a zoonotic virus.
Medicine/ Physiology in 2022?
2. Nipah Virus is an RNA virus.
A. David Julius B. Svante Pääbo
3. First evidence of the virus emerged in Kerala in 1990.
C. Benjamin List D. David MacMillan
Choose the correct option from the given code given
below. 84. Which of the following is India’s first indigenous Multi-
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only Role Combat Helicopter?
C. 1 and 3 only D. 1,2 and 3 A. HAL Chetak B. HAL Cheetah
C. HAL Prachanda D. HAL Rudra
79. Ganoderma lucidum has been used for centuries to heal
diseases like diabetes, cancer, inflammation, ulcer as 85. Nobel Prize 2022 in Chemistry was awarded for the
well as bacterial and skin infections. It is a type of development of which of the following?
A. Mushroom B. Herb A. Click Chemistry and Bioorthogonal Chemistry
C. Seaweeds D. Alpine fungi B. Asymmetrical Organocatalysis
C. Method of Genome Editing
80. With reference to Malaria, consider the following
D. Lithium-Ion Batteries
statements:
1. The parasites initially multiply within the liver cells 86. With reference to Color Blindness, consider the
and then attack the White Blood Cells (WBCs). following statements:
2. Only Plasmodium falciparum parasites can infect 1. It occurs due to a defect in Retina.
humans. 2. It is only a genetic disorder.
A. 1 only A. 1 only
B. 2 only B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
87. Consider the following statements regarding “Quality Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Council of India (QCI)”: A. 1 only B. 2 only
1. QCI is a non-profit organisation registered under the C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
Societies Registration Act 1860.
2. It was established as a National body for Accreditation
92. Consider the following statements regarding Coronavirus:
in 1996. 1. XE is a sub-variant of Delta.
3. Chairman of QCI is appointed by the Union Minister 2. The Omicron variant has two prominent sub-variants
of Commerce and Industry on the recommendation called BA.1 and BA.2.
of the industries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3
93. Consider the following statements with reference to the
88. Consider the following statements regarding Lassa Zika Virus:
Fever: 1. It is a mosquito-borne Virus.
1. It is caused by a single-stranded RNA virus. 2. Sexual transmission of Zika virus is also possible.
2. It is a zoonotic disease that is spread by rats. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
3. The disease doesn’t spread through casual contacts A. 1 only B. 2 only
like hugging, shaking hands or sitting near someone. C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
94. Consider the following pairs:
Award Related Country
1. Order of Zayed Award - UnitedArabEmirates
89. Consider the following statements regarding the 2. Order of the Distinguished - Maldives
International Atomic Energy Agency:
Rule of Nishan Izzuddin
1. It is widely known as the world’s “Atoms for Peace
3. King Hamad Order of the - Saudi Arabia
and Development” organization.
Renaissance
2. It is an independent international organization that
reports annually to the UN General Assembly. Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly not
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? matched?
A. 1 only B. 2 only A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 C. 1 and 3 only D. 3 only
90. Consider the following statements: 95. According to latest data published by the Stockholm
International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) on world
1. Haemophilia is a rare medical condition in which the
military spending in 2021, the five largest spenders in
ability of blood to clot is severely reduced.
2021 were:
2. Men are more vulnerable to haemophilia than
1. US 2. China
women.
3. India 4. South Korea
3. According to the World Federation of Haemophilia,
India emerges as the country with the highest count 5. Russia 6. UK
of persons with Haemophilia. 7. France
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only A. 1, 2, 4, 5 and 7 B. 1, 2, 5, 6 and 7
C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 C. 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 D. 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6
91. With reference to Polio, consider the following 96. Consider the following statements:
statements: 1. The sale of menthol cigarettes is not banned in India.
1. It is caused by protozoa. 2. In 2012, Finland became the first country to ban the
2. There is no cure but it can be prevented. menthol cigarettes.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? 101. With regards to the Central Advisory Board on
A. 1 only B. 2 only Archaeology, consider the following statements:
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 1. The board will include “five persons nominated in
their personal capacities by the Government of
97. Consider the following statements regarding ‘UN India” and former Director-Generals of ASI.
peacekeeping forces’: 2. It will promote closer contacts of the Geological
1. Blue Helmets is the term used for personnel of the Survey of India with Indian Universities conducting
UN peacekeeping forces. geological research.
2. UN Peacekeepers should be impartial in their Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
dealings with the parties to the conflict, but not A. 1 only B. 2 only
neutral. C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
102. Consider the following statements regarding Indian
A. 1 only B. 2 only Bison:
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 1. It is the smallest species of wild cattle found in India.
98. Consider the following pairs: 2. It is native to South and Southeast Asia.
3. They are found in the Himalayas with an altitude
Satellite Navigation System Country
greater than 6,000 ft.
1. GPS - USA
2. GLONASS - Russia
3. Beidou - Japan
C. 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
103. Consider the following statements regarding “E- Waste”:
A. 1 only B. 1 and 2 only
1. The theme of International E-Waste Day 2022 is
C. 1, 2 and 3 only D. 2 and 3 only
‘Recycle it all, no matter how small’.
99. Consider the following statements: 2. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
1. The IMF ensures the stability of the system of Forum is an Indian non-profit organization dealing
exchange rates and international payments that with E- Waste.
enable countries to transact with each other. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2. India is not a member of IMF. A. 1 only B. 2 only
3. The World Economic Outlook Report is released by C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
the IMF. 104. India’s First Aluminium Freight Rake ‘61 BOBRNALHSM1’,
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? mentioned sometime in news, was inaugurated at which
A. 1 only B. 2 and 3 only railway station?
C. 1 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 A. Indore B. Bhubaneswar
C. Bangalore D. Chandigarh
100. Regarding Thomas Cup, consider the following
statements: 105. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is related to the field of Tennis. 1. According to SIPRI, the largest military spender in
2021 was the United States.
2. The first tournament was won by Malaya.
2. SIPRI promotes research on conflict, weaponry, arms
3. India became the sixth country to win this cup. control, and disarmament on a global scale.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only C. Both 1 and 2
D. 1, 2 and 3 D. Neither 1 nor 2
106. Consider the following statements regarding “Booker Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Prize”: A. 1 only B. 2 only
1. It is limited to the Commonwealth Nations only. C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
2. It was founded in the United Kingdom in 1969.
111. With reference to the froth formation, consider the
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? following statements:
A. 1 only B. 2 only 1. Fo a m b u b b l e s a re p ro d u c e d d u r i n g t h e
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 decomposition of organic matter.
107. With reference to the UNSC 1267 Committee, consider 2. The presence of filamentous bacteria is one of the
causes of froth formation.
the following statements:
3. Long term exposure of froth can cause neurological
1. It is also known as the Al Qaeda Sanctions
issues and hormonal imbalance.
Committee.
2. It comprises only permanent members of the United
Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
A. 1 only B. 2 only 112. Consider the following statements regarding Defects of
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 Vision in Humans:
1. Myopia is a condition when person can see objects
108. Consider the following statements about Erythritol: at a distance but cannot see nearby objects clearly.
1. It is a type of sugar alcohol commonly used as a 2. Myopic eye defect can be corrected by using concave
sugar substitute in foods and beverages. lens.
2. It has no calories and does not raise blood sugar Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
levels. A. 1 only B. 2 only
3. It is also believed to have a lower Glycemic Index C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
(GI) than other sweeteners.
113. With reference to Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine,
consider the following statements:
1. It acts against the Zika virus.
2. It's the sole vaccine available for the prevention of
109. Which of the following statements is/are correct with Tuberculosis (TB).
reference to the Petroleum and Explosives Safety 3. It works well in some geographic locations and not
Organisation (PESO)? so well in others.
1. It is an attached office under the Ministry of Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Environment, Forest and Climate Change. A. 1 and 2 only B. 2 and 3 only
2. It is a nodal agency for regulating the safety of C. 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 only
explosive substances.
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
1. Fungal priority pathogens list (FPPL) includes 19
A. 1 only B. 2 only fungi released by the World Health Organization.
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 2. "Black Fungus" is categorized as belonging to "High
110. Consider the following statements regarding Dirty Priority Group."
Bomb: Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1. It contains highly refined radioactive material as A. 1 only
used in a nuclear bomb. B. 2 only
2. This makes them much cheaper and quicker to make C. Both 1 and 2
than nuclear weapons. D. Neither 1 nor 2
115. With reference to Kamov 226-T, consider the following Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
statements: A. 1 only B. 2 only
1. It's a Russian-origin helicopter. C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
2. It’s a surface-to-surface missile developed by India’s
120. Consider the following statements with respect to
DRDO.
‘Marathon’:
3. It's an assault rifle, manufactured jointly by India
1. Eliud Kipchoge is regarded as the world’s greatest
and Russia.
Marathon runner.
4. It's an indigenously developed nuclear-powered
2. The Olympic Marathon is a road race that lasts 26
submarine by India.
miles and 385 yards.
A. 1 only B. 3 only
A. 1 only B. 2 only
C. 1 and 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3 only
116. Consider the following statements regarding “Great
121. Consider the following statements regarding “Nobel
Indian Bustards”:
Prize in Economic Sciences”:
1. It is the state bird of Rajasthan.
1. It wasn't established in Alfred Nobel's will of 1895.
2. The specie is critically endangered as per
2. Ben S. Bernanke solely has won the prize in 2022.
International Union for Conservation of Nature Red
List. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 122. Consider the following statements regarding “Sloth
Bears”:
117. With reference to Interpol, consider the following
1. They are only found in the Indian subcontinent.
statements:
2. Sloth bears do not practice hibernation.
1. It is headquartered in United States.
2. The head of Interpol is elected by the General
Assembly. A. 1 only B. 2 only
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
A. 1 only B. 2 only 123. National Mathematics Day is celebrated in the memory
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 of which of the following personalities in India?
A. Aryabhata
118. Consider the following statements regarding “APJ Abdul
Kalam”: B. C.P. Ramanujam
1. He was sworn in as India’s 12th President from 2007 C. Srinivasa Ramanujan
to 2012. D. S. R. Srinivasa Varadhan
2. India’s National Innovation Day is celebrated in his 124. Consider the following statements regarding Zoonotic
memory. Diseases:
3. He was awarded with the highest civilian award 1. These are the diseases and infections which are
Bharat Ratna in 1997. naturally transmitted between vertebrate animals
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? and man.
A. 1 and 2 only B. 1 and 3 only 2. These may be bacterial, viral, or parasitic, or may
C. 2 and 3 only D. 1, 2 and 3 involve unconventional agents.
119. Consider the following statements regarding the
International Day of Rural Women: A. 1 only
1. It is celebrated on 15th October every year. B. 2 only
2. The theme for 2022 was "Rural Women, key for a C. Both 1 and 2
world free from hunger and poverty." D. Neither 1 nor 2
125. Which of the following statements is/are correct? 129. Jan Samarth Portal is an initiative of which of the
1. The Goa Liberation Day commemorates the following Ministries?
annexation of British-ruled Goa by Indian military A. Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
forces. B. Ministry of Finance
2. The official language of Goa is Konkani which is not C. Ministry of Skill development and Entrepreneurship
listed in the schedule-8 of the constitution. D. Ministry of Rural Development
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
130. Consider the following statements:
A. 1 only B. 2 only
1. Marijuana is a psychoactive drug from the Cannabis
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 plant family.
126. Which of the following statements is/are correct with 2. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the primary
reference to River Avulsions: psychoactive component of Marijuana.
1. It is a typical feature associated with the rivers of 3. Thailand has become the first Asian country to
temperate regions. legalise the cultivating, possessing and recreational
use of Marijuana.
2. It occurs less frequently, only once a decade or
century. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose the correct answer using the code given below: A. 1 only B. 2 only
A. 1 only B. 2 only C. 1 and 2 only D. 1, 2 and 3
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 131. Consider the following pairs:
127. With reference to LeadIt Initiative, consider the Railway Zone Headquarters
following statements: 1. Northern - Allahabad
1. It was launched by India in collaboration with the 2. South Eastern - Kolkata
USA. 3. Western - Mumbai
2. It meant to promote transfer of defence 4. South Central - Chennai
manufacturing technology between the two Select the correct answer by using the codes given
countries. below:
3. It also gathers countries and companies that are A. 1, 2 and 3 only B. 2 and 3 only
committed to action to achieve the Paris Agreement. C. 2, 3 and 4 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Which of the statements given above are correct?
132. Consider the following statements regarding the United
A. 1, 2 and 3 Nations Security Council (UNSC):
B. 1 and 2 only 1. It is one of the six principal organs of the United
C. 3 only Nation (UN).
D. 2 only 2. It comprises 5 permanent members and 10 non-
permanent members.
128. Which of the following best describes ‘Meri Saheli’
3. The UNSC is the only UN body with the authority to
initiative?
issue binding resolutions on member states.
A. It was launched by NABARD to provide easy credit
to women Self Help Groups (SHGs).
B. The Ministry of Women and Child Development
C. 1, 2 and 3 D. None of the above
provides free sanitary pads to schoolgirls under this
initiative. 133. Consider the following statements:
C. The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise 1. China was the first country to introduce a programme
provides women vendors with a credit amount of for testing the safety standards of a car through
Rs.10,000. crash tests.
D. It is an initiative of Indian Railways for ensuring the 2. Bharat NCAP is a new car safety assessment
security of women. programme based on the crash test's performance.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? Which of the following statements given above are
A. 1 only B. 2 only correct?
C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2 A. 1 only
134. Consider the following products: B. 2 only
1. Alloy Making C. Both 1 and 2
2. Special Glasses and Ceramics
D. Neither 1 nor 2
3. Rechargeable batteries
4. Air Conditioners 136. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
Which of the products given above can be made using 1. Legionellosis is an Ebola-like illness that varies in
Lithium?
severity from mild to fatal.
A. 1 and 4 only B. 1, 2 and 3 only
2. This disease is caused by the inhalation of asbestos
C. 2, 3 and 4 only D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
dust.
135. Consider the following statements regarding the Fishing
Cat: Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1. The world’s first population estimation of the fishing A. 1 only
cat conducted outside the protected area network B. 2 only
has been done in Kolleru lake.
C. Both 1 and 2
2. They spend most of their lives in areas of dense
vegetation close to water bodies. D. Neither 1 nor 2

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