With reference to the ‘Act East’ Policy for the North Eastern Region (NER), which of the following are considered challenges to its development? Heavy reliance on the Siliguri Corridor for connectivity. High private sector investment and industrial growth. Porous international borders leading to migration and trafficking. Low youth outmigration due to abundant local opportunities. Select … Read more
Consider the following statements about the joint military exercise Zapad-2025: It is a bilateral exercise conducted annually between India and Russia. The exercise involves training with nuclear-capable systems. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The traditional Manki-Munda system of governance is associated with the Ho tribe. Which of the following statements correctly describes this system? The Munda is the hereditary head of a village who resolves local disputes. The Manki is the regional head who handles cases escalated by the Munda. The Ho tribe, which practices this system, is … Read more
With reference to India’s recent trilateral engagements, consider the following: Both the India-Iran-Uzbekistan and India-Iran-Armenia meetings focused on utilizing the Chabahar Port. These engagements are aimed at enhancing connectivity through the International North-South Transit Corridor (INSTC). The trilateral with Uzbekistan was the first such meeting at the foreign ministries’ level. Which of the statements given … Read more
The term ‘Grey Rhino Event’, recently seen in the news, refers to:
Consider the following statements regarding the pendency of cases in the Indian judiciary: 1. A low judge-to-population ratio is a significant reason for the backlog. 2. The Law Commission’s 120th Report recommended establishing an All India Judicial Service (AIJS). 3. Over 75% of inmates in Indian jails are undertrials, partly due to judicial delays. Which … Read more
The Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) is distinct from the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) in that:
Regarding Bioethanol, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It can only be produced from food crops like sugarcane and corn. 2. India’s first bamboo-based bioethanol plant is a joint venture involving a Finnish company. 3. The National Policy on Biofuels, 2018 allows the use of cellulosic materials like wood waste for bioethanol production. … Read more
With reference to the proposed amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 by the Kerala government, consider the following statements: 1. The amendment empowers the Chief Wildlife Warden (CWW) to order the killing of any wild animal posing a threat in human habitats. 2. Under the current Act, only the Central Government can declare a … Read more
Consider the following statements regarding Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in India: 1. GCCs are domestic centers established by Indian companies to serve overseas clients. 2. India hosts approximately half of all GCCs worldwide. 3. The suggested National Policy on GCCs aims to establish innovation hubs in tier-2/3 cities. Which of the statements given above is/are … Read more