1. Euphrates River, that was recently seen in news, originates in which region?
[A] Tibetan Plateau
[B] Armenian Highlands
[C] Deccan Plateau
[D] Zagros Mountains
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Correct Answer: B [Armenian Highlands]
Notes:
Euphrates River is the longest river in Western Asia and one of the world’s oldest historically significant rivers. The river originates in the Armenian Highlands of Turkey and flows through Syria and Iraq before joining the Tigris River and draining into the Persian Gulf. Together with the Tigris, it forms the Tigris-Euphrates river system. Ancient Mesopotamia and major civilizations such as Babylon developed along the Euphrates in the Fertile Crescent region. The river mainly depends on winter rainfall and mountain snowfall for its water supply. The Euphrates is now facing severe decline due to environmental and water-related pressures.
2. What is the name of scheme that allows duty-free import of inputs used in the production of export goods?
[A] Export Promotion Capital Goods Scheme
[B] Advance Authorisation Scheme
[C] Merchandise Exports from India Scheme
[D] Production Linked Incentive Scheme
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Correct Answer: B [Advance Authorisation Scheme]
Notes:
The government recently imposed limits on gold imports under the Advance Authorisation Scheme. The scheme allows duty-free import of inputs used in manufacturing export products. It also permits import of packaging materials, fuel, oil, and catalysts used during production. Imports under the scheme are exempt from duties such as Basic Customs Duty, Anti-dumping Duty, Integrated Tax, and Compensation Cess, subject to conditions. Exporters receiving benefits under the scheme must fulfill specified export obligations.
3. Rakchham Chitkul Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Jammu and Kashmir
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Sikkim
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Correct Answer: C [Himachal Pradesh]
Notes:
Rakchham Chitkul Wildlife Sanctuary witnessed sightings of Himalayan brown bears, reviving conservation interest in the region. The sanctuary is located in Himachal Pradesh and is also known as the Sangla Wildlife Sanctuary. The Lamkhanga Pass trekking route passes through the sanctuary. Lamkhanga Pass connects Kinnaur in Himachal Pradesh with the Gangotri region of Uttarakhand.
4. “Project Garud”, that was recently seen in news, is associated with which sector?
[A] Biotechnology
[B] Space technology
[C] Renewable energy
[D] Agriculture
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Correct Answer: B [Space technology]
Notes:
Dhruva Space secured ₹105 crore under the Research, Development & Innovation Fund for “Project Garud.” Project Garud is a satellite platform programme focused on developing a flat-pack 500 kg-class satellite platform for scalable and high-volume manufacturing. The project aims to bridge the gap between small experimental satellites and large traditional spacecraft systems. The platform is designed for applications in telecommunications, national security, Earth observation, and data-driven services. Its flat-pack architecture enables efficient launch stacking, faster integration, and quicker deployment timelines.
5. India’s first Small and Medium Enterprise commercial semiconductor chip production unit has been established in which state?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Gujarat
[C] Karnataka
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: A [Rajasthan]
Notes:
The Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) at Bhiwadi and the Semiconductor ATMP/OSAT facility of Sahasra Semiconductors Pvt. Ltd. were inaugurated virtually. The Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) was developed by ELCINA at Salarpur, Khushkhera in Rajasthan. The cluster has been established over 50.3 acres with support under the Electronics Manufacturing Cluster scheme. The facility is India’s first Small and Medium Enterprise commercial semiconductor chip production unit. The semiconductor plant was developed under the Scheme for Promotion of Manufacturing of Electronic Components and Semiconductors (SPECS).
