1. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Retail inflation fell to its lowest level in over 5 years in April 2025 due to a drop in fuel prices.
2. The CPI inflation rate in March 2025 was higher than in April 2025.
3. CPI data in India is compiled and released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
4. The CPI is used as a tool by policymakers to adjust interest rates and evaluate wage value.

A) Only 2 and 4
B) Only 1, 2, and 3
C) Only 2, 3, and 4
D) All of the above

2. Which of the following statements about HIMARS are true?
1. HIMARS is manufactured by Raytheon Technologies.
2. HIMARS can carry either six rockets or one ATACMS missile.
3. The maximum range of HIMARS using ATACMS is approximately 200 miles.
4. HIMARS requires over one minute to launch all six rockets.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1, 3, and 4 only
D) 2, 3, and 4 only

3. Which of the following statements about Vizhinjam International Seaport are true?
1. It is India’s first fully manual deep-water port.
2. It is located in Tamil Nadu and operated entirely by the Union Government.
3. It lies close to key international shipping routes and handles Ultra Large Container Vessels.
4. It has an AI-powered vessel traffic management system developed with IIT Madras.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 3 and 4 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 3, and 4 only

4. Which of the following are challenges currently faced by Vizhinjam International Seaport?
1. Absence of an Integrated Check Post (ICP) and Port Health Office.
2. Inadequate port depth to handle large container ships.
3. Disputes over Viability Gap Funding repayment between Union and State governments.
4. Poor global connectivity and exclusion from major shipping routes.

A) 1, 2, and 4 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above

5.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The $50 million Treasury Bill support to Maldives is a commercial loan from Indian private banks.
2. Treasury Bills are interest-bearing government securities with fixed annual payments.
3. The Reserve Bank of India extended a $400 million currency swap facility to the Maldives in 2023.
4. Treasury Bills can help banks meet their Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) requirements.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 3 and 4
C) Only 2 and 3
D) Only 1, 3, and 4

1.Which of the following statements are true regarding the new digital initiatives launched by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)?
1. The UGCET College Information Portal allows students to submit exam applications.
2. The KEA Mobile App helps reduce dependency on cyber cafés and provides real-time updates.
3. The AI-powered KEA Chatbot currently supports only the Kannada language.
4. Students can report excess fee violations through the UGCET College Information Portal.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 4 only
C) 1, 3, and 4 only
D) 2, 3, and 4 only

2. Which of the following statements are true regarding Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Limited (B-SMILE)?
1. The Government of Karnataka holds a 90% equity stake in B-SMILE.
2. B-SMILE will be responsible for pothole repairs and minor road maintenance in Bengaluru.
3. One of B-SMILE’s key projects includes constructing 40 km of underground tunnel roads.
4. After 2024, B-SMILE’s governance structure may be revised due to the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) 1, 3, and 4
D) All of the above

3.Which of the following statements are true regarding the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2021 report?
1. The Total Fertility Rate (TFR) in India decreased to 1.8 in 2021.
2. Kerala has the highest percentage of elderly population (60+) at 14.4%.
3. The share of population aged 0-14 years increased between 1971 and 2021.
4. The mean age at marriage for females decreased from 22.5 years in 1990 to 19.3 years in 2021.

A) Only 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) 2 and 4
D) 1, 2, and 3

4.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The area under paddy cultivation decreased compared to the previous year.
2. Onion cultivation increased by more than 2 lakh hectares this year.
3. Wheat stocks are below the required buffer stock levels.
4. Reservoir water levels are better than both last year’s levels and the 10-year average.

A) Only 1 and 3
B) Only 2 and 4
C) Only 1 and 4
D) Only 2 and 3

5.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The IMO’s Net Zero Framework was based on a proposal jointly developed by the U.S. and the EU.
2. India’s green hydrogen strategy aligns with the IMO’s emissions thresholds, potentially making India a major green fuel exporter.
3. MEPC-83’s vote automatically enforces the emissions levy without needing further ratification.
4. If ranked by emissions, global shipping would be among the top ten emitting countries in the world.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 4
C) Only 1, 3, and 4
D) Only 2, 3, and 4

1. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be India’s third astronaut in space.
2. The Ax-4 mission includes astronauts from India, USA, Poland, and Hungary.
3. ISRO’s food experiment includes studying the sprouting of methi and moong in space.
4. The Ax-4 crew is expected to stay on the ISS for up to 21 days.

A) 2 and 3 only
B) 1, 2, and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) All of the above

2. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Karnataka ranked second among larger states in the CareEdge 2025 report.
2. Goa was the top performer in Group B (North-East, Hilly & Small States).
3. Union Territories were included in the CareEdge Ratings report.
4. The 2025 report by CareEdge is not comparable to the 2023 edition due to changes in methodology.

A) 1 and 3 only
B) 2 and 4 only
C) 1, 2, and 4 only
D) All of the above

3. Which of the following statements about the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) are true?
1. EEZ extends up to 200 nautical miles and grants sovereign rights to coastal states over both the water column and seabed resources.
2. ECS can only be claimed within 200 nautical miles from the baseline.
3. ECS claims must be scientifically validated and submitted to the CLCS for approval.
4. Countries can extract oil and minerals from the ECS once the claim is accepted.

A) 1, 2, and 3
B) 1, 3, and 4
C) 2, 3, and 4
D) 1, 2, and 4

4. Which of the following statements regarding India’s 2025 continental shelf claim are correct?
1. India expanded its maritime claim in the Bay of Bengal by nearly 10,000 sq. km.
2. The new claim was submitted to the CLCS in April 2025.
3. India’s revised claim aims to avoid maritime disputes with Pakistan.
4. The claim grants India the right to extract terrestrial minerals from Pakistan’s EEZ.

A) 1, 2, and 3
B) 2, 3, and 4
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 3, and 4

5. Which of the following statements are true regarding the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) and continental shelves?
1. ECS claims must be verified by the UN Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf.
2. Continental shelves are deep ocean regions with high sunlight penetration.
3. ECS allows nations to claim beyond 200 nautical miles if geologically proven.
4. Continental shelves are significant due to rich biodiversity and mineral resources.

A) Only 1, 2 and 3
B) Only 1, 3 and 4
C) Only 2 and 4
D) All of the above

1. Which of the Following Statements are True?
1. The study was jointly conducted by NCPEDP and NGO Astha over a period of 12 months.
2. 70% of people with disabilities in Tumakuru have health insurance coverage.
3. Locomotor disabilities were the most common type reported in the study.
4. Most respondents from Bengaluru Rural lacked UDID cards due to documentation issues.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 3 and 4 only

2.Which of the following statements are true?
1. Karnataka’s nominal GSDP growth for FY26 is projected by Ind-Ra to be 6.5%.
2. Karnataka’s revenue receipts are budgeted to grow by 13.5% in FY26.
3. The combined liabilities including guarantees are expected to reduce to 23.8% of GSDP in FY25 RE.
4. Government guarantees grew by 15.4% in FY24 to reach around Rs 44,250 crore.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2, 3, and 4
C) Only 1 and 4
D) All of the above

3.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) will be headed by the Chief Secretary of Karnataka.
2. The GBG Act allows for the creation of new corporations such as Bengaluru North, South, and East.
3. City Corporations under GBG are expected to generate revenue mainly from advertisement charges, building approval fees, and property tax.
4. The GBG Act completely replaces the BBMP Act and its structure.

A) Only 2 and 3 are true
B) Only 1, 2, and 4 are true
C) Only 1 and 4 are true
D) Only 2, 3, and 4 are true

4. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Chlorpyrifos is classified as “moderately hazardous” by the WHO and banned in over 40 countries.
2. PAN India recommends the listing of chlorpyrifos only under Annex III of the Rotterdam Convention.
3. The Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIBRC) was established in 1980 under the Insecticides Act, 1968.
4. Chlorpyrifos is still approved for use on 18 crops in India despite global concerns.

A) Only 1 and 4
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 2 and 3
D) Only 3 and 4

5.Which of the following statements are true?
1. All 11 cities analyzed exceeded the national PM10 standard of 60 µg/m³.
2. Bengaluru had a lower PM10 level than Delhi but still exceeded the national limit.
3. Winter months recorded lower PM10 pollution levels due to better atmospheric dispersion.
4. Kolkata showed signs of improvement in PM10 levels.

A) 1, 2, and 3 only
B) 1, 2, and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) 1, 3, and 4 only

1. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Over 7.5 lakh agricultural machines have been sold in Karnataka in the past five years under government schemes.
2. The High-Tech Harvester Hub Scheme offers up to 25% subsidy for large agricultural machines.
3. Mechanisation has helped increase the ragi cultivation area in Davanagere from 500 ha to 2,000 ha.
4. Women farmers face more drudgery due to increased use of agricultural machines.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 4
D) All statements are true

2. Which of the following statements are true?
1. DrinkPrime reduces plastic waste through a closed-loop system that includes ultrasonic filter cleaning.
2. The Wake the Lake initiative has helped save 10.4 million litres of rainwater.
3. Insect cafes set up by EY GDS are built using metal and concrete for durability.

A) Only 1
B) 1 and 2
C) 1 and 3
D) All of the above

3. Which of the following statements are true regarding the use of Forensic Psychological Autopsy (FPA) in Karnataka?
1. FPA was used to assess whether the SIT’s investigation about mental state leading to suicide.
2. This was the first time FPA was used anywhere in India.
3. FPA methods included analyzing facial expressions, phone calls, and social interactions.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

4. Which of the following statements are true about the Yeshasvini Health Insurance Scheme?
1. The scheme provides up to ₹5 lakh annual coverage per family for medical treatments.
2. Cosmetic and dental procedures are fully covered regardless of cause.
3. The scheme includes newly added procedures like interventional radiology and cancer treatments.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All of the above

5. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Domesticated yaks are used as pack animals and are also vital for trekking and expeditions up to 20,000 feet.
2. The wild yak is classified as ‘Endangered’ on the IUCN Red List.

A) Only Statement 1 is true
B) Only Statement 2 is true
C) Both statements are true
D) Neither statement is true

6. Which of the following statements are true about the SpaDeX mission?
1. The mission demonstrated autonomous satellite docking and undocking in space.
2. SDX01 and SDX02 were launched using GSLV-Mk III.
3. India is the third country in the world to achieve successful satellite docking in space.

A) Only 1
B) 1 and 2
C) 1 and 3
D) All of the above

7. Which of the following statements are true regarding the Laureus World Sports Awards 2024?
1. Armand Duplantis became the third track-and-field athlete to win Sportsman of the Year.
2. Simone Biles equalled Serena Williams’ record by winning her fourth Laureus award.
3. The Laureus Awards were first held in Monte Carlo, with Nelson Mandela delivering the keynote speech.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All of the above

8. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Enzymes function without any additional molecules or assistance.
2. Coenzymes are a type of cofactor that bind to enzymes and support their function.
3. Coenzyme Q is water-soluble and helps in cellular energy production.

A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Statements 2 and 3 are true
D) Statements 1 and 3 are true

9. Which of the following statements about Aryabhata are true?
1. Aryabhata was launched from a site in India with NASA’s assistance.
2. The satellite conducted experiments in solar physics and X-ray astronomy.
3. Aryabhata remained in Earth’s orbit for nearly 17 years.

A) All 1, 2, and 3
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 1 and 2
D) Only 2 and 3

10. What was the recommendation of the recent study commissioned by the Principal Scientific Adviser regarding coal-fired power plants?

A) Increase the use of coal for energy independence
B) Reconsider the policy mandating FGD installation in all plants
C) Mandate carbon capture technology instead of FGD
D) Immediately shut down all coal-fired power plants

11. What is the primary purpose of Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) equipment in coal plants?

A) To reduce water usage in power generation
B) To improve the aesthetic appearance of power plants
C) To remove sulfur dioxide (SO₂) from exhaust gases
D) To convert sulfur into usable fuel

12) What fungal disease is affecting ‘pichi poo’ (red jasmine) plants in Tamil Nadu?

A) Powdery mildew
B) Leaf spot
C) Root rot
D) Black rust

13. What technological innovation has been developed for Perovskite Solar Cells (PSCs)?

A) Coal-based perovskite film
B) Lithium recycling in solar cells
C) Water-based, non-toxic recycling method
D) Nuclear-enhanced photovoltaic cells

14. What structure was recently discovered and named the Bullseye Galaxy?

A) A spiral galaxy with five arms
B) A black hole with planetary rings
C) A galaxy with eight rings formed by a galactic collision
D) A nebula emitting only gamma radiation

15. What unique feature suggests the Bullseye Galaxy might evolve into a GLSB galaxy?

A) Its spiral arms stretch across the entire Milky Way
B) It has a high rate of supernovae
C) It retains a gas connection to a dwarf galaxy and exhibits low star formation
D) It is made entirely of antimatter

1. Which of the following statements about the Hampi monuments study are true?
1. The study was carried out over a period of six months by ASI Hampi Circle and Samvardhan Heritage Solutions.
2. The Vijaya Vittala Temple and Lotus Mahal are categorized under “Major Concern” due to structural instability.
3. The monuments of Hampi are spread across approximately 4,187 hectares and include around 1,600 structures.
4. Funding shortages and tourism have been identified as key challenges to monument conservation.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2, 3, and 4
C) Only 1, 3, and 4
D) All of the above

2. Which of the following statements are true regarding Justice B R Gavai?
1. He is set to become the 52nd Chief Justice of India and the first Dalit to hold the position.
2. He began independent legal practice at the Bombay High Court in 1987.
3. He was appointed as a Supreme Court judge in 2019.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All of the above

3. Which of the following statements about the Bhagavad Gita are true?
1. The Bhagavad Gita is a standalone text not associated with any epic.
2. It explores themes like Dharma, Karma, Bhakti, and Jnana.
3. It consists of a dialogue between Arjuna and Lord Krishna.

A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

4. Which of the following statements about the Natyashastra are true?
1. It was written in ancient Sanskrit by Bharatmuni.
2. It only discusses dance forms and excludes theatrical performance.
3. It explains the concept of Rasa, central to audience emotion in art.

A) All 1, 2, and 3
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 2 and 3
D) Only 1 and 3

5. Which of the following statements are true regarding the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)?
1. IBCA was launched in April 2023 and formally approved in February 2024.
2. IBCA is implemented through the Wildlife Institute of India under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
3. India has pledged ₹150 crore to support IBCA from 2023 to 2028.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All of the above

6. Which of the following statements about Sir Sankaran Nair are true?
1. He was the first Indian Chief Justice of the Madras High Court.
2. He served on the Viceroy’s Executive Council.
3. He was knighted in 1912.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above

7. Which of the following statements about topological materials are true?
1. Topological materials conduct electricity uniformly throughout their structure.
2. The term “topological” refers to properties that remain unchanged despite deformation of shape.
3. The 2016 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded for theoretical discoveries related to topological materials.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

8. Which of the following statements about Mir Alam Tank are true?
1. Mir Alam Tank was the main source of drinking water for Hyderabad before the construction of Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar.
2. The tank was constructed entirely by Indian engineers under the rule of the last Nizam.
3. The design of Mir Alam Tank is attributed to a French officer named Michel Joachim Marie Raymond.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

9. Which of the following statements are true?
1. GPUs are designed for sequential task execution and have fewer cores than CPUs.
2. TPUs are custom-built to handle machine learning operations more efficiently than GPUs or CPUs.
3. CPUs typically contain multiple cores and coordinate the functioning of all major computer components.

A) Only Statement 1 is true
B) Only Statements 2 and 3 are true
C) Only Statements 1 and 2 are true
D) All three statements are true

10. Which of the following statements are true regarding recent events in Karnataka?
1. Police Flag Day in Karnataka is celebrated on April 2nd to commemorate the unification of the police forces in 1965.
2. The day is observed only to honor current serving police officers and does not involve retired personnel.
3. A set of copper plates recently discovered in Bengaluru revealed details about the coronation of King Devaraya I and bore the seal of Vamana, an avatar of Vishnu.

A) Only Statement 1 is true
B) Only Statements 1 and 3 are true
C) Only Statements 2 and 3 are true
D) All three statements are true

11. Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of the 23rd Law Commission of India?

A) Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi
B) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
C) Justice Dinesh Maheshwari
D) M.C. Setalvad

12. The Law Commission of India functions under which Ministry?

A) Ministry of Home Affairs
B) Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
C) Ministry of Law and Justice
D) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions

13. The STELLAR Model, recently launched by CEA, is related to:

A) Forest Resource Management
B) Advanced Electricity Planning
C) Space Satellite Monitoring
D) Agriculture Crop Forecasting

14. Which of the following countries is not among the first five ratifying members of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)?

A) India
B) Kenya
C) Nicaragua
D) Eswatini

15. Under whose collaboration was the STELLAR Model developed?

A) ISRO and NITI Aayog
B) TERI and UNDP
C) TLG and ADB
D) WRI and World Bank

16. What is the main feature of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology being tested by KSEB and IIT Bombay?

A) Charging EVs with solar power only
B) EVs generating power internally
C) Two-way electricity flow between EVs and grid
D) Autonomous navigation in EVs

17. Which train now houses an onboard ATM installed by the Central Railway’s Bhusawal division?

A) Godavari Express
B) Panchvati Express
C) Deccan Queen
D) Mandovi Express

18. What is the primary objective of Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) in power plants?

A) Reduce water usage
B) Improve heat efficiency
C) Remove sulfur dioxide emissions
D) Increase coal burning efficiency

19. The Anti-Piracy Challenge is part of which summit to be held in May 2025?

A) DIGITAL BHARAT
B) MEDIA SUMMIT 2025
C) TECHWAVE 2025
D) WAVES 2025

20. Which article of the Constitution does the Law Commission align with, promoting equal justice and free legal aid?

A) Article 32
B) Article 39A
C) Article 51A
D) Article 44

1. Which of the following statements about the Karnataka Gig Workers Bill, 2024 are true?
1. The Bill mandates a 14-day notice period for termination of gig workers, except in cases involving bodily harm.
2. The Welfare Fee Verification System (WFVS) replaces the earlier CTIMS to reduce data burden through a simpler API-based model.
3. The Bill imposes criminal penalties for non-compliance with welfare contributions.
4. It defines gig workers as employees under the Industrial Disputes Act to ensure legal protection.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1, 2, and 3
C) Only 2 and 4
D) All of the above

2. Which of the following statements are true regarding the India Justice Report 2024?
1. India currently meets the Law Commission’s recommended judge-to-population ratio of 50 judges per million people.
2. Karnataka is the top-performing state in justice delivery among large and mid-sized states.
3. National prison occupancy in India exceeds 130%, highlighting severe overcrowding.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All of the above

3. Which of the following statements about the Law Commission of India are true?
1. The Law Commission is a constitutional body established under Article 39A.
2. The first Law Commission in independent India was chaired by M.C. Setalvad.
3. The Chairperson of the Law Commission is usually a retired judge of the Supreme Court.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

4. Which of the following statements about the 2025 Monsoon forecast are true?
1. IMD predicts that India will receive 105% of the Long Period Average rainfall in 2025.
2. The Thar Desert in Rajasthan has shown a consistent decline in rainfall over the past decade.
3. ENSO and Indian Ocean Dipole conditions are expected to remain neutral, supporting good monsoon performance.

A) All 1, 2, and 3
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 2 and 3
D) Only 1 and 3

5.Which of the following statements are true regarding India’s energy strategy for achieving net-zero emissions?
1. Nuclear energy is considered a baseload power source and is crucial to meet future electricity demand.
2. Electrolysers used for hydrogen production are mainly intended to reconvert hydrogen back into electricity.
3. There is a proposal to redefine green hydrogen as low-carbon hydrogen to include nuclear-powered hydrogen production.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All 1, 2 and 3

1. Which of the following statements about Karnataka’s Renewable Energy Plan are true?
1. Karnataka plans to generate nearly 19,000 MW of renewable energy by 2030 using a hybrid model of solar and wind power.
2. The majority of renewable projects will be located in south Karnataka, particularly in Bengaluru and Mysuru.
3. The plan includes integrating battery and pumped storage systems to manage peak-hour demand.
4. Karnataka has already commissioned over 50,000 MW of wind energy based on NIWE’s assessment.

A) Only 1 and 3
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 2 and 4
D) Only 1, 3, and 4

2. Which of the following statements are true regarding the IMO’s recent decision on carbon pricing for the shipping industry?
1. The carbon pricing mechanism will be fully implemented by 2025.
2. The revenue generated will support both zero-emission technology development and developing nations.
3. The United States abstained from voting in support of the agreement.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All of the above

3. Which of the following statements about BatEchoMon are true?
1. BatEchoMon uses a CNN-based algorithm to identify bat species from their calls.
2. The system requires manual activation before each recording session.
3. It was co-developed by Kadambari Deshpande and Vedant Barje under the guidance of Jagdish Krishnaswamy.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

4. Which of the following statements are true regarding Laser DEW system?
1. The Laser DEW system tested by India was developed by DRDO’s Centre for High Energy Systems & Sciences (CHESS).
2. The test took place in Leh, Ladakh.
3. The DEW system is capable of disabling warheads and destroying drones using a high-powered laser.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

5. Which of the following statements are true about the LRGB ‘Gaurav’?
1. ‘Gaurav’ is a powered missile developed by DRDO with engine-based propulsion.
2. It uses a dual guidance system combining Inertial Navigation and satellite-based GPS.
3. The glide bomb can strike targets over 100 km away when launched from high altitudes.

A) All of the above
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 1 and 3
D) Only 2 and 3

6.Which of the following statements are true regarding the issue of population-based delimitation in India?
1. Articles 82 and 170 of the Constitution mandate delimitation based on population after every Census.
2. The current seat allocation in Parliament reflects adjustments made after the 2011 Census.
3. Southern states fear underrepresentation due to their effective population control measures.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

7.Which of the following statements are true Baalige Belaku initiative of Karnataka?
1. The textbook ‘Baalige Belaku’ focuses on digital education tailored specifically for senior citizens.
2. The initiative to improve elderly digital literacy is being led by the Department of Telecommunications.
3. Classes for elderly learners will be conducted at gram panchayat level during evening and night hours.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

8. Which of the following statements are true regarding the decline and conservation of traditional seed varieties in India?
1. Farmers are readily cultivating traditional seeds due to strong market incentives and policy support.
2. Lack of consumer awareness and skewed agricultural policies are contributing to the decline of traditional crops.
3. Community seed banks and participatory plant breeding can help conserve traditional seed varieties.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All of the above

9. Which of the following statements are true?
1. The U.S. imposed a 145% tariff on imports from China starting April 11.
2. China’s dependence on exports has increased from 19.7% of GDP in 2012 to 35% in 2023.
3. India’s pharmaceutical and services exports to the U.S. were exempt from new tariffs.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All of the above

10. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Tiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu is becoming known for cultivating the desert rose (Adenium obesum) as an ornamental plant.
2. The CPCB’s new ‘Blue Category’ includes highly polluting industries like chemical manufacturing.
3. ‘Blue Washing’ refers to the reclassification of polluting WTE incineration plants to the environmentally friendly-sounding ‘Blue Category’.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

1. Which of the following statements about the Cyber Command Unit (CCU) in Karnataka are true?
1. Karnataka is the first Indian state to establish a Cyber Command Unit with a DGP-ranked officer for cybercrime.
2. The Quick Response Team (QRT) under CCU randomly selects officers from across the country.
3. The CCU will create SOPs and facilitate coordination among agencies for cybercrime investigations.
4. The CCU is expected to incur significant expenditure during its initial setup phase.

A) 1 and 3 only
B) 1 and 2 only
C) 2 and 4 only
D) 1, 3, and 4 only

2. Which of the following statements about the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) are true?
1. The NCMM was launched in 2025 to boost India’s clean energy transition and reduce dependence on imported critical minerals.
2. The MMDR Act, 1957, was amended to allow the states exclusive auction rights over critical minerals.
3. KABIL has signed international MoUs for acquiring lithium and cobalt resources in Argentina and Australia.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) 1, 2, and 3

3. Which of the following statements about PM-POSHAN Scheme are true?
1. The PM-POSHAN scheme covers only primary and upper primary students from Class 1 to 8.
2. The Centre bears 100% of the cost of foodgrains and their transportation under the scheme.
3. Tithi Bhojan under the scheme refers to a health audit conducted by nutrition experts in schools.

A) 2 and 3 only
B) 1 and 2 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above

4. Which of the following statements are true regarding Matter, Antimatter, and CP Violation?
1. CP violation implies that matter and antimatter behave exactly the same under symmetry transformations.
2. The discovery of CP violation in baryons was made at CERN’s LHCb experiment, specifically in lambda-b (Λb) particles.
3. Antimatter particles have properties opposite to their corresponding matter particles, such as positrons being counterparts of electrons.

A) All 1, 2, and 3
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 1 and 3
D) Only 2 and 3

5.Which of the following statements are true regarding the Akash Air Defence Missile System?
1. Akash Missile System uses a radar known as Rajendra, which is an active electronically scanned array (AESA).
2. The system has been offered to UAE and was earlier exported to Armenia.
3. It is capable of engaging targets at a maximum altitude of 20 km and a range of up to 25 km.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above

1. Which of the following statements are true regarding Bengaluru’s Terminal 2?
1. Terminal 2 is the first in India to receive a 5-star rating from Skytrax.
2. The Skytrax rating was based solely on passenger traffic and air traffic volume.
3. Terminal 2 features a biophilic design concept known as “Terminal in a Garden.”
4. T2 has received ACI Level 5 Carbon Accreditation for its sustainability initiatives.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) 1, 2, 3, and 4

2. Which of the following statements are true?
1. The repo rate is the rate at which RBI borrows money from commercial banks.
2. RBI’s recent monetary policy stance is classified as accommodative.
3. The revised GDP growth forecast for 2025–26 is 6.5%.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) All of the above

3.Which of the following statements about the Greater One-Horned Rhino conservation efforts are true?
1. The Wildlife Institute of India is involved in preparing the new conservation action plan in collaboration with rhino experts and forest departments.
2. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary has the largest rhino population in India and is not considered for translocation.
3. One of the key aims of translocation is to reduce territorial aggression and improve genetic health.

A) 1 and 3 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 2 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

4. Which of the following statements about the Biomass satellite are true?
1. The Biomass satellite uses a short-wavelength radar to map forest structures.
2. It aims to help scientists understand how forests contribute to the carbon cycle.
3. The satellite will generate five global maps of forest biomass and height.

A) All of the above
B) 1 and 2 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 2 and 3 only

5.Which of the following statements is/are true regarding the water splash study?
1. Electrically charged water droplets do not splash on insulating surfaces after a certain charge level.
2. The anti-splashing effect is equally effective on both insulating and conducting surfaces.
3. The experiment involved using a syringe needle and a copper hoop to electrically charge the droplets.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

1.Which of the Following Statements Are True?
1. The merged Karnataka Grameena Bank will be sponsored by State Bank of India.
2. The headquarters of the merged RRB will be located in Ballari.
3. After the merger, there will be only one Regional Rural Bank in Karnataka.
4. The ownership pattern of RRBs includes 50% by the Centre, 35% by the sponsor bank, and 15% by the State Government.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2, 3, and 4
C) Only 1, 3, and 4
D) All statements are true

2. Which of the following statements are true regarding the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025?
1. The amendment allows government land to be declared as waqf property with approval from the Waqf Board.
2. The power to declare property as waqf has been removed from the Waqf Boards.
3. The Tribunal decisions can now be appealed in the High Court within 90 days.

A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

3. Which of the following statements are true regarding the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Governor’s role in reserving Bills?
1. A Governor can reserve a Bill for the President even after it is re-passed by the State Legislature.
2. The Supreme Court ruled that the Governor must give assent to a re-passed Bill within one month.
3. The Constitution removed the discretionary power of the Governor that existed under the 1935 Act.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All of the above

4. Which of the following statements are true regarding the GenomeIndia Project?
1. The GenomeIndia Project has sequenced genomes from over 10,000 individuals, all from a single ethnic group.
2. One of the major goals of the project is to develop India-specific precision medicine.

A) Only Statement 1 is true
B) Only Statement 2 is true
C) Both Statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither Statement 1 nor Statement 2 is true

5. Which of the following statements are true?
1. AI-driven cyberattacks are expected to decrease in frequency by 2025 due to stronger security systems.
2. The BFSI sector is highly vulnerable due to its interconnected infrastructure and valuable data.
3. Deepfake identity fraud is rising more rapidly in India compared to global averages.

A) All 1, 2, and 3
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 1 and 3
D) Only 2 and 3

1.Which of the following statements are true regarding the 2024 “Status of Devolution to Panchayats in States” report?
1. The report was prepared by the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), New Delhi.
2. The 73rd Constitutional Amendment introduced the 12th Schedule, outlining the powers of Panchayati Raj Institutions.
3. The report includes all States and Union Territories, including Delhi and Chandigarh.
4. The Devolution Index is based on six key dimensions with 25 sub-indicators.

A) Only 1 and 4
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1, 2, and 4
D) All of the above

2. Which of the following statements are true regarding the Free Education Initiative for Orphan Children in Karnataka?
1. Orphan children will have to pass an entrance test to be admitted to residential schools.
2. The initiative will begin from the academic year 2025-26.
3. The Karnataka government aims to provide equal education opportunities and prevent child exploitation through this initiative.
4. Only children orphaned due to COVID-19 will benefit from this scheme.

A) Only 1 and 4 are true
B) Only 2 and 3 are true
C) Only 1, 2, and 3 are true
D) All 4 statements are true

3. Which of the following statements are true about the U.S.-India COMPACT Initiative?
1. The COMPACT initiative focuses on military, trade, technology, and defence industrial cooperation between the U.S. and India.
2. Under the initiative, India and the U.S. aim to double bilateral trade to $1 trillion by 2030 under “Mission 500.”
3. NASA and ISRO will collaborate via AXIOM to send the first Indian astronaut to the International Space Station (ISS).

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All of the above

4.Which of the following conditions can lead to the imposition of President’s Rule in a State?
1. Breakdown of constitutional machinery in the State.
2. War or external aggression against India.
3. Failure of a State to comply with Union government directives under Article 365.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All of the above

5.Which of the following statements about the duration and approval of President’s Rule is correct?
1. President’s Rule must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within two months.
2. It can be extended for up to five years without any special conditions.
3. The President can revoke President’s Rule at any time.

A) All of the above
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 2 and 3
D) Only 1 and 3

1.Which of the following statements are true about Karnataka’s Clean Mobility Policy?
1. The policy aims to create 1 lakh jobs and attract ₹1 lakh crore in investments by 2030.
2. Hero Future Energies is setting up a ₹20,000 crore e-methanol plant in Harihar, Davangere.
3. Karnataka ranks first in India for the number of EV registrations.
4. The policy includes incentives for EV clusters in Chikkaballapur, Dharwad, and Ramanagara.

A) 1 & 3 only
B) 1, 2 & 4 only
C) 2 & 4 only
D) 2, 3 & 4 only

2. Which of the following statements are true regarding the Karnataka State Action Plan for Clean Air?
1. The plan aligns with the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and focuses on reducing PM10 emissions.
2. The plan does not include any specific measures for Bengaluru’s air pollution control.
3. BBMP has been allocated ₹280 crore under the 15th Finance Commission for air quality improvement projects.

A) Only 1 and 2 are true
B) Only 1 and 3 are true
C) Only 2 and 3 are true
D) All three statements are true

3.Which of the following statements are true?
1. India and France are collaborating on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and expanding nuclear cooperation beyond Jaitapur.
2. India has signed a final deal to purchase 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets from France.

A) Only 1 is true
B) Only 2 is true
C) Both 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither 1 nor 2 is true

4. Which of the following statements are true about the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024?
1. India ranked 96th in CPI 2024, showing a decline from its previous position in 2023.
2. Denmark, followed by Finland and Sweden, is the least corrupt country in the world.
3. The CPI ranks countries based on real-time corruption investigations and prosecutions.
4. Transparency International, the publisher of CPI, was founded in 1995 and is based in London.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 4 only
D) 1 only

5.Which of the following statements are true regarding the 2025 US Open mixed doubles format?
1. The tournament will feature 32 teams, with 16 direct entries and 16 wildcard entries.
2. Matches will be best-of-three sets, but played only till four games per set, with tiebreakers at 4-4.
3. The event will take place separately over two days before the main singles draw begins.

A) Only 1 and 2 are true
B) Only 2 and 3 are true
C) Only 1 and 3 are true
D) All statements are true

1. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Karnataka has the highest college density in India, with 66 colleges per lakh eligible population.
2. The national average pupil-teacher ratio (PTR) in higher education is 15:1.
3. Tamil Nadu has the highest Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in India at 47%.
4. The government aims to triple higher education enrollment by 2047.

A) Only 1 and 3 are true
B) Only 1, 3, and 4 are true
C) Only 2 and 4 are true
D) Only 1, 2, and 3 are true

2. Which of the following statements are true regarding Karnataka’s New Industrial Policy 2025-30?
1. The policy aims to attract ₹10 lakh crore in investments and generate 15 lakh jobs by 2030.
2. The warehousing and logistics sector has been given “Industry” status and is eligible for a 20% capital subsidy.
3. 24.1% of industrial land is reserved for SC/ST entrepreneurs.
4. Karnataka contributes 40% of India’s electronic product exports.

A) Only 1 and 3 are true
B) Only 2 and 3 are true
C) Only 2, 3, and 4 are true
D) Only 1, 2, and 4 are true

3.Which of the following statements are true regarding Gross Domestic Knowledge Product (GDKP)?
1. The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) plans to create a satellite account to measure the knowledge economy.
2. GDKP was initially introduced in 2019 but was later discontinued due to data limitations.
3. NITI Aayog’s 2021 proposal for GDKP lacked a clear methodology for data collection and computation.

A) Only 1 and 2 are true
B) Only 1 and 3 are true
C) Only 2 and 3 are true
D) All 1, 2, and 3 are true

4. Which of the following statements are true about Yashas?
1. Yashas is equipped with a FADEC-controlled engine that provides a high thrust-to-weight ratio and optimized thrust management.
2. The aircraft lacks armament capability and is designed solely for pilot training without any payload support.
3. Yashas contributes to India’s goal of self-reliance in defense manufacturing.

A) Only 1 and 2 are correct
B) Only 2 and 3 are correct
C) Only 1 and 3 are correct
D) All 1, 2, and 3 are correct

5. What is Ellie, which was recently unveiled in Bengaluru?

A) A humanoid robot
B) A new species of elephant discovered in Karnataka
C) India’s first AI-powered traffic system
D) Asia’s first life-sized animatronic elephant

1. Which of the following statements are true regarding India’s first dedicated serpentarium?
1. The serpentarium will extract venom from both captive and wild snakes in Karnataka.
2. It will collaborate with IISc Bengaluru for research on venom toxicity and DNA profiling.
3. The primary goal is to develop anti-venom specific to Karnataka’s snake species.
4. Venom extraction will adhere to World Health Organization (WHO) standards.

A) 1, 2, and 3
B) 2, 3, and 4
C) 1, 3, and 4
D) All of the above

2. Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Swavalambini Programme is a joint initiative of MSDE and NITI Aayog, implemented by IIE.
2. The programme provides a one-year mentorship to selected students under the Women Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP).
3. One of its goals is to ensure at least 10% of EDP trainees successfully launch enterprises.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) 1, 2, and 3

3. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Potash is an essential agricultural nutrient and comes in two main forms: Sulphate of Potash (SOP) and Muriate of Potash (MOP).
2. India is self-sufficient in potash production and does not rely on imports.
3. Rajasthan contributes 89% of India’s total estimated potash resources.

A) Only 1 and 3 are true
B) Only 2 and 3 are true
C) Only 1 and 2 are true
D) All 1, 2, and 3 are true

4.Who proposed Jevons Paradox and in which book?

A) Adam Smith in The Wealth of Nations
B) William Stanley Jevons in The Coal Question
C) Karl Marx in Das Kapital
D) David Ricardo in Principles of Political Economy

5.Dashavatar Theatre is traditionally performed in which region?

A) Rajasthan and Gujarat
B) West Bengal and Odisha
C) Tamil Nadu and Kerala
D) Maharashtra and Northern Goa

1.Which of the following statements are true about Bengaluru’s Mega Infrastructure Project?
1. The project is a 32.15 km road-cum-Metro corridor along Bengaluru’s eastern part of the ORR.
2. The estimated cost of the project is Rs. 9,800 crore, shared equally by BBMP and Namma Metro.
3. The project includes an 8-km elevated road on Magadi Road and double-decker Metro lines for Phase III.
4. The project aims to accommodate traffic growth for the next 10 years.

A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 1, 2, and 4
D) Only 2, 3, and 4

2.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Supreme Court’s ruling on January 30th allows High Courts to appoint ad-hoc judges only if judicial vacancies exceed 20%.
2. Ad-hoc judges, under Article 224-A, can be appointed with the consent of the retired judge and the President.
3. The number of ad-hoc judges in a High Court cannot exceed 10% of its sanctioned judicial strength.
4. The 2021 Lok Prahari judgment had no restrictions on appointing ad-hoc judges.

A) Only 1 and 4 are true
B) Only 2 and 3 are true
C) Only 1, 2, and 3 are true
D) Only 2, 3, and 4 are true

3.Which of the following statements are true regarding RBI’s repo rate cut?
1. The RBI reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points to stimulate economic growth.
2. Lower repo rates can lead to lower EMIs and improved credit availability.
3. The RBI projects GDP growth at 6.7% and inflation at 4.2% for 2025-26.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All 1, 2, and 3

4.Which of the following statements are true?
1. India currently has over 50,000 public charging stations.
2. The country needs 3.9 million EV charging stations by 2030.
3. Maharashtra has the highest number of charging stations in India.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All of the above

5.What type of volcano is Taranaki Maunga?

A) Shield volcano
B) Caldera volcano
C) Cinder cone volcano
D) Stratovolcano

1.Which of the following statements about KP Tracker are true?
1. KP Tracker is an imported radio collar used for monitoring problem elephants in Karnataka.
2. It is more cost-effective and lightweight compared to imported collars.
3. KP Tracker utilizes GSM technology, with plans to introduce satellite-based collars in the future.
4. The Karnataka Forest Department is expanding the use of trackers to monitor tigers and leopards.

A) Only 1 and 3
B) Only 2, 3, and 4
C) Only 1, 2, and 4
D) All of the above

2.Which of the following statements are TRUE?
1. The IBCA was launched by Prime Minister Modi in April 2023.
2. The IBCA is primarily aimed at conserving only four big cats.
3. The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of IBCA with its headquarters in India on 29th February 2024.

A) 1, 2, and 3
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1 only

3.Which of the following statements about the YesToAccess app is correct?

A) YesToAccess is India’s first AI-powered app to evaluate public spaces for accessibility.
B) The app evaluates spaces based on 10 parameters and displays the data on a private map.
C) Users can only use the app to rate public spaces but cannot contribute data to improve its accuracy.
D) The app is being launched as part of a nationwide accessibility audit by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

4.What was the name of the newly discovered black hole close to Earth?

A) Gaia BH1
B) Gaia BH2
C) Gaia BH3
D) Gaia BH4

5.According to the UNICEF-WHO report, what is the leading cause of death among children (5-19 years) in India?

A) Road traffic injuries
B) Drowning
C) Malnutrition
D) Infectious diseases

1.Which of the following statements are true regarding the Karnataka Information Commission?
1. The Commission was established in 2010 and is headquartered in Mysore.
2. The Chief Information Commissioner has powers equivalent to a High Court judge.
3. The Commission has the authority to summon witnesses and requisition public records.
4. The Chief Information Commissioner’s salary is equivalent to an Election Commissioner’s.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 3 and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) 1, 3, and 4 only

2.Which of the following statements are true?
1. Tribhuvan Sahkari University will be located in Maharashtra and focus on agriculture only.
2. The university will establish sector-specific schools and affiliated institutions in cooperative-dense states.
3. IRMA will be dissolved entirely and will no longer function after the university’s establishment.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) Only 2

3.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Ferret Research Facility at THSTI is India’s second such facility dedicated to vaccine development.
2. The GARBH-INi-DRISHTI data repository is one of the largest maternal and child health databases in South Asia.
3. The GARBH-INi program operates under the Atal Jai Anusandhan Biotech Mission (UNaTI).

A) Only 2 and 3 are true
B) Only 1 and 2 are true
C) Only 1 and 3 are true
D) All 1, 2, and 3 are true

4.Which of the following statements are true?
1. Road traffic injuries are the second leading cause of death among children (5-19 years) in India.
2. The report recommends child occupant safety rating assessments for new cars.
3. NIMHANS is setting up a Level-1 polytrauma center in North Bengaluru.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All of the above

5.Which of the following statements are true?
1. ELS cotton has a fiber length of 30 mm or more and is mainly derived from Gossypium hirsutum.
2. India imports a significant amount of ELS cotton due to low domestic production.
3. The Cotton Mission focuses on improving productivity, market linkages, and technology adoption.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 1 and 3
D) 1, 2, and 3

1.Which of the following statements are true?
1. India’s tiger population has increased by 50% in the last two decades.
2. A strong legislative framework, including the Wildlife Protection Act, has contributed to tiger conservation.
3. Socio-economic factors do not play any role in tiger recovery.
4. Expanding protected areas and strengthening anti-poaching measures are recommended strategies for future conservation.

A) 1 and 3
B) 2 and 4
C) 1, 2, and 3
D) 2, 3, and 4

2.Which of the following statements are true?
1. Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary is the first Ramsar site in Jharkhand.
2. The Ramsar Convention was established in 1971 in Ramsar, Iran.
3. Wetlands help in flood control and climate change mitigation.

A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 1 and 3
C) Only 2 and 3
D) All of the above

3.Which of the following statements are true?
1. Sachin Tendulkar made his international debut in 1994.
2. The C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award was first instituted in 1994.
3. Ravi Shastri and Farokh Engineer received the award in 2023.

A) All 1, 2, and 3
B) Only 1 and 2
C) Only 1 and 3
D) Only 2 and 3

4.Which country is set to become the first to introduce laws against AI-generated sexual abuse images?

A) United States
B) Canada
C) Australia
D) Britain

5.Who has been appointed as the new chairman of the Karnataka State Backward Classes Commission?

A) Madhusudan R Nayak
B) Farokh Engineer
C) LK Ateeq
D) Shalini Rajneesh

1.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The MSME Trade Enablement and Marketing (TEAM) initiative was launched by the Ministry of MSME in partnership with ONDC to help small businesses adopt digital commerce.
2. The TEAM initiative is targeting to connect only 1 lakh MSMEs, with a budget of ₹100 crore.

A) Statement 1 is true, Statement 2 is false.
B) Statement 1 is false, Statement 2 is true.
C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false.
D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true.

2.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS-MSMEs) is available for MSMEs without Udyam Registration Number.
2. The repayment period for loans up to ₹50 crore can extend to 8 years with a 2-year moratorium on the principal.

A) Only statement 1 is true.
B) Only statement 2 is true.
C) Both statements are true.
D) Neither statement is true.

3.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The National Critical Minerals Mission (NCMM) aims to strengthen India’s critical minerals value chain by focusing on both domestic and foreign mineral availability.
2. The total budget for the mission is Rs 10,000 crore over a span of 5 years.

A) Only statement 1 is true.
B) Only statement 2 is true.
C) Both statement 1 and 2 are true.
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true.

4.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The prevalence rate of leprosy in Karnataka decreased from 0.31% in 2022-2023 to 0.33% in 2023-2024.
2. Koppal district has the lowest prevalence rate of leprosy in Karnataka.
3. The percentage of multibacillary (MB) cases among new leprosy cases in Karnataka has decreased slightly in recent years.

A) 1, 2, and 3
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1 and 2 only

5.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Karnataka Micro Finance (Prevention of Coercive and Inhuman Actions) Bill allows imprisonment for offenders from 6 months to 3 years.
2. The new PPP policy in Karnataka only applies to agricultural infrastructure projects.
3. The cabinet has approved the development of satellite townships around Bengaluru to reduce population density.
4. The Ugrappa Committee Report focuses on increasing the sports quota in police recruitments.

A) 1, 3, and 4
B) 1 and 3
C) 1 and 2
D) 2, 3, and 4

1.Which of the following statements are true?
1. LEADS 2024 is an indigenous, data-driven index that assesses logistics infrastructure across all states and UTs in India.
2. The LEAPS 2024 Awards only recognized contributions from large-scale logistics companies.

A) Only statement 1 is true.
B) Only statement 2 is true.
C) Both statements are true.
D) Neither statement is true.

2.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Yarlung Zangbo hydropower dam will generate 300 billion kWh of power.
2. The dam is located in China’s Sichuan province.
3. India has raised concerns about the potential downstream impact on its water supplies.
4. The cost of constructing the Yarlung Zangbo dam is expected to be lower than that of the Three Gorges Dam.
5. The Yarlung Zangbo River flows into Bangladesh as the Jamuna.

A) 1, 3, 4
B) 2, 3, 4
C) 1, 4, 5
D) 1, 3, 5

3.Which of the following statements are true about the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)?
1. The GEAC is a statutory body constituted under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
2. The GEAC monitors genetically engineered organisms but does not regulate GM crops.
3. GEAC’s leadership includes the Special Secretary of MoEF&CC and a representative from DBT.
4. The GEAC now requires expert members to disclose personal or professional conflicts of interest.
5. The GEAC was renamed from the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee to the Genetic Engineering Approval Committee in 2010.

A) 1, 2, 3, and 4
B) 1, 3, 4, and 5
C) 1, 3, and 4
D) 2, 4, and 5

4.Which of the following statements are true?
1. India aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
2. The energy sector contributes the largest share of GHG emissions in India.
3. India’s BUR-4 was submitted to the UNFCCC in 2021.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 2 only

5.Which of the following statements are true?
A) The Ramesh Chand panel has been formed to revise the base year of the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
B) The panel will propose a roadmap for transitioning from Wholesale Price Index (WPI) to the Producer Price Index (PPI).
C) The panel includes economists from government, rating agencies, and asset management firms.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above

1.Which of the following statements about the Bengaluru water resilience project are true?
1. The project is financed entirely by the World Bank.
2. The loan disbursal is linked to achieving specific Disbursement-Linked Indicators (DLIs).
3. The project includes installing sensors in storm-water drains for flood alerts.
4. The implementation period is from 2026 to 2031.

A) 1, 2, and 3
B) 2, 3, and 4
C) 1, 3, and 4
D) All of the above

2. Which of the Following Statements Are True?
1. The dropout rate for secondary education in Karnataka rose from 14.9% in 2022-23 to 22.09% in 2023-24.
2. Total student enrolment in Karnataka decreased by over 4 lakh between 2022-23 and 2023-24.
3. The number of zero-teacher schools in Karnataka exceeded 7,000 in 2023-24.

A) Only 1 and 2 are true.
B) Only 1 and 3 are true.
C) Only 2 and 3 are true.
D) All 1, 2, and 3 are true

3.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and Restructured Weather-Based Crop Insurance Scheme (RWBCIS) have been extended until FY26.
2. The total outlay for the crop insurance schemes has decreased from ₹66,550 crore to ₹69,515.71 crore.
3. A one-time subsidy of ₹3,850 crore has been approved for Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertiliser to make it more affordable.

A) 1 and 3
B) 2 and 3
C) 1, 2, and 3
D) 1 only

4.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Defence Ministry of India will focus on embracing cyber, space, and emerging technologies in 2025.
2. India plans to eliminate all service-specific commands and establish a single integrated command.
3. The Indian Navy is set to commission three indigenous platforms on January 15, 2025.
4. One of the major technological focuses for 2025 will be on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and hypersonics.
5. The Defence Ministry’s reforms aim to position India as a major consumer of foreign defence technology.

A) 1, 4, 5
B) 2, 3, 5
C) 1, 3, 4
D) 2, 4, 5

5.Which of the following statements are true?
1. The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award was instituted in 1991-1992 by the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs.
2. The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award is given to athletes based on their performance in national tournaments.
3. The cash prize for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award is ₹25,00,000.
4. The award can be canceled in case of doping violations.
5. The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award has been awarded posthumously in the past.

A) 1, 3, 4, and 5
B) 1, 2, 4, and 5
C) 2, 3, and 5
D) 1, 3, and 4