11. Who was the Prime Minister of India who laid the foundation stone for the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on January 20, 1971?
[A] Morarji Desai
[B] Lal Bahadur Shastri
[C] Indira Gandhi
[D] Jawaharlal Nehru
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Correct Answer: C [Indira Gandhi]
Notes:
Indira Gandhi, then Prime Minister, laid the foundation stone for Visakhapatnam Steel Plant on 20 January 1971 at Ukkunagaram, Andhra Pradesh.
12. Which is the world’s highest railway arch bridge that was recently inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India?
[A] Chenab Rail Bridge
[B] Pamban Bridge
[C] Howrah Bridge
[D] Brahmaputra Rail Bridge
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Correct Answer: A [Chenab Rail Bridge]
Notes:
Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chenab and Anji rail bridges in Jammu and Kashmir, marking a major milestone in regional connectivity. The Chenab Rail Bridge is the world’s highest railway arch bridge. It is a steel-and-concrete engineering marvel spanning 1,315 meters across the Chenab River gorge. It is designed to withstand earthquakes and strong winds, and it will reduce travel time between Katra and Srinagar to just about 3 hours. The Anji Rail Bridge is India’s first cable-stayed railway bridge, located in Reasi district.
13. Who was the Prime Minister of India when the Jai Andhra movement ended with the implementation of the 6-point formula?
[A] Jawaharlal Nehru
[B] Moraji Desai
[C] Charan Singh
[D] Indira Gandhi
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Correct Answer: D [Indira Gandhi]
Notes:
Indira Gandhi was PM during the 1972 Jai Andhra movement resolution with the 6-point formula.
14. With reference to recent developments in India-Saudi Arabia relations, consider the following statements:
- India and Saudi Arabia are set to sign agreements in fields including space, energy, health, culture, and advanced technology.
- The Strategic Partnership Council between India and Saudi Arabia was established in 2014 during Prime Minister Modi’s first visit to Saudi Arabia.
- Jeddah has historically served as a key port connecting India and Saudi Arabia, especially for pilgrims traveling to Mecca.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] 2 and 3 only
[C] 1 and 3 only
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [1 and 3 only]
Notes:
The correct answer is 1 and 3 only. The Strategic Partnership Council between India and Saudi Arabia was not established in 2014 during Prime Minister Modi’s first visit to Saudi Arabia, but rather in 2019. Statement 2 is incorrect while Statements 1 and 3 accurately describe developments in India-Saudi Arabia relations and the historical significance of Jeddah.
15. Consider the following statements regarding asset disclosure norms for public officials in India:
- Ministers and MPs are required to submit their asset declarations to the Prime Minister or Speaker/Chairperson of the House.
- Election candidates must declare their assets and liabilities as per a 2002 Supreme Court order.
- Bureaucrats must declare their assets under the RTI Act.
How many statements is/are correct with respect to the above statements?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: B [Only two]
Notes:- Statement 1 is correct: Ministers submit declarations to the PMO, while MPs submit them to the Speaker (Lok Sabha) or Chairman (Rajya Sabha).
- Statement 2 is correct: A 2002 Supreme Court ruling made asset declaration mandatory for election candidates during the nomination process.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Bureaucrats declare assets to their cadre-controlling authorities, but this is not under the RTI Act. However, many states (e.g., Gujarat, Kerala, MP) ensure public disclosure of bureaucratic assets.
16. The Prime Minister of which country recently gifted a copy of the Tipitaka in Pali to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi?
[A] Indonesia
[B] Japan
[C] Thailand
[D] Vietnam
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Correct Answer: C [Thailand]
Notes:
The Prime Minister of Thailand gifted a copy of the Tipitaka in Pali language to the Indian Prime Minister during his ongoing visit. Tipitaka, meaning “three baskets,” is a collection of Buddhist scriptures written in the Pali language and is the core of Theravada Buddhism. The Vinaya Pitaka contains rules and guidelines for monks and nuns in the monastic community, called the sangha. The Sutta Pitaka includes the sermons and teachings of Gautama Buddha. The Abhidhamma Pitaka explains deep philosophical ideas about the nature of reality. Theravada Buddhism is the oldest surviving Buddhist tradition followed by those called theravadins, meaning followers of the old teachers or theras.
17. In which city of Maharashtra did the Prime Minister of India establish the base for the project ‘PM Mitra Park’?
[A] Latur
[B] Nashik
[C] Amravati
[D] Pune
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Correct Answer: C [Amravati]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the ‘PM Mitra Park’ initiative, which is part of a scheme developed by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) to inaugurate seven similar parks throughout the country, in the city of Amravati in Maharashtra. The establishment of this park will provide a significant boost to the textile industry.
18. The Prime Minister of India recently presented a Dokra artwork to president of which country?
[A] New Zealand
[B] France
[C] Australia
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: B [France]
Notes:
The Indian Prime Minister gifted French President Emmanuel Macron a Dokra artwork. Dokra art, also called bell metal craft, dates back over 4,000 years. It is a traditional folk art of the Dhokra Damar tribes, known for their metal craftsmanship. These artisans are mainly found in eastern India, including West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh.
19. In the context of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- Established by the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs with Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, it honors outstanding contributions by NRIs in their fields.
- The award is given annually by the Prime Minister of India.
- Christine Carla Kangaloo, President of Trinidad and Tobago, recently received the award for contributions to public affairs.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: B [Only two]
Notes:- Established by the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs with Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, it honors outstanding contributions by NRIs in their fields. Correct: It was constituted by the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs in conjunction with the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (Non-Resident Indian Day), to honour exceptional and meritorious contribution in their chosen field/profession.
- The award is given annually by the Prime Minister of India. Incorrect: The award is given by the President of India.
- Christine Carla Kangaloo, President of Trinidad and Tobago, recently received the award for contributions to public affairs. Correct: India has conferred the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award on Christine Carla Kangaloo, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, recognising her outstanding achievements in public affairs and her contributions to enhancing India’s global prestige.
20. In the context of international law enforcement collaboration, consider the following statements:
- Interpol was established in 1923 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
- The Blue Corner Notice Seeks information about unidentified bodies.
- India joined the Interpol during the prime ministership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
- Interpol’s primary function is to facilitate international police cooperation and crime prevention.
How many of the above statements are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] All Four
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Correct Answer: A [Only one]
Notes:- Interpol was established in 1923 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Incorrect: Interpol was established in 1923 with its General Secretariat located in Lyon, France.
- The Blue Corner Notice Seeks information about unidentified bodies. Incorrect: Interpol issues seven types of notices:
- Red Notice: Seeks the location and provisional arrest of fugitives.
- Blue Notice: Requests information about a person’s identity or activities.
- Green Notice: Warns about individuals likely to repeat crimes.
- Yellow Notice: Aids in locating missing persons.
- Black Notice: Seeks information about unidentified bodies.
- Orange Notice: Warns of imminent threats to public safety.
- Purple Notice: Seeks or provides information on criminal methods.
- India joined the Interpol during the prime ministership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Incorrect: India became a member of Interpol, the International Criminal Police Organization, in 1956 to enhance international cooperation in tackling transnational crime and law enforcement.
- Interpol’s primary function is to facilitate international police cooperation and crime prevention: This is correct. Its main role is to assist in international police cooperation.
Thus, one of the statements is correct.
