The 2026 West Asia geopolitical crisis recently triggered a global helium supply disruption. Which country’s production disruption caused the most severe impact, given it contributes approximately 34% of global helium exports?
With reference to India’s strategy to eliminate Left Wing Extremism (LWE), consider the following statements regarding the ‘Clear, Hold, and Build’ counter-insurgency doctrine:1. The ‘Clear’ phase involves intelligence-led offensive operations to neutralize armed insurgents and destroy Maoist safe havens.2. The ‘Hold’ phase involves establishing Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) deep inside Maoist strongholds such as Abujhmad.3. … Read more
India recently approved its first dengue vaccine in April 2026, cleared by the Subject Expert Committee (SEC) under the DCGI. Which of the following correctly identifies the vaccine and its approved age group?
Consider the following statements regarding the measures for sustainable peace in erstwhile Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected zones in India:1. The Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006 and the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA), 1996 are considered important instruments to prevent resurgence of Maoist ideology.2. Empowering the Gram Sabha over ‘Jal, Jangal, Zameen’ is … Read more
Marine archaeologists recently located and began excavating the Dannebroge, a flagship warship sunk during the Battle of Copenhagen (1801). Which British naval commander is most closely associated with the tactical victory at this battle?
With reference to Samrat Samprati’s contributions to the spread of Jainism, consider the following statements:1. Samprati sent missionaries to regions including Afghanistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar (Burma) to propagate Jainism.2. He established approximately 700 Sada-vratas (Charitable Houses) that provided free food, shelter, and medical care.3. Samprati ruled from major hubs like Ujjain and Pataliputra, … Read more
Recently in 2026, the Centre granted the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) the status of ‘Institution deemed to be University under distinct category’. Which of the following correctly describes a condition imposed under this new status?
With reference to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in India, consider the following statements:1. LPG was first introduced in India in 1955 by Burmah Shell Oil Company in Mumbai under the brand ‘Burshane’.2. PNG in India is primarily sourced from the deepwater Krishna-Godavari (KG) basin, Assam, and Tripura.3. India currently has … Read more
With reference to the Left Wing Extremism (LWE) elimination strategy recently highlighted in April 2026, which of the following welfare scheme ensures basic amenities reach the most remote tribal villages in erstwhile ‘Red Zone’ areas?
Consider the following statements regarding Helium’s geopolitical and strategic importance:1. The USA, Qatar, and Algeria are the leading producers of Helium globally.2. Qatar contributes around 34% of global helium exports, and disruptions at its Ras Laffan complex significantly reduce export capacity.3. Helium’s ‘use-it-or-lose-it’ volatility makes long-term storage difficult, resulting in naturally low global buffer reserves.Which … Read more