Key Initiatives for Defence Indigenisation in India

Which of the following initiatives are related to promoting defence indigenisation in India? 1. Sudarshan Chakra Mission 2. Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) 3. SRIJAN Portal 4. Poorvottar Vikas Setu (PVS) Portal Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Legacy of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika: Music, Humanism, and Awards

Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, whose 100th birth anniversary was recently celebrated, was known for: 1. Promoting themes of communal harmony and justice through his music. 2. Blending Assamese folk traditions with universal messages. 3. Receiving the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

India’s Trilateral Diplomacy: Chabahar Port and INSTC Connectivity

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 Manki-Munda Governance System of the Ho Tribe Explained

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

Zapad-2025 Military Exercise: Key Facts and Participants

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?

Challenges to Development in India’s North Eastern Region (NER)

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