1. Pasni port often appears in the news. It is located in which country?
a) Iran
b) Israel
c) Egypt
d) Pakistan
Answer. d) Pakistan
Context: Pakistan has proposed allowing the United States to build and operate a commercial deep-water port at Pasni, Balochistan, aimed at exporting critical minerals like copper and rare earths.
2. According to The Legend of Saduma, why do men in Ahmedabad perform Garba wearing sarees?
a) For entertainment as part of a festive tradition
b) To promote a rural dance style
c) To show respect toward women
d) To honor Saduma’s memory and her curse
Answer: d) To honor Saduma’s memory and her curse
The Legend of Saduma tells the story of Saduma, a woman from the Barot community who was betrayed by her community and took her own life after being humiliated by a local ruler in 1816. Before dying, she cursed the men of the region, saying they would never again be brave or honorable. To atone for this act and to remember her sacrifice, men in Ahmedabad wear sarees and perform Garba on the night of Ashtami during Navratri each year. This ritual is a symbol of repentance, remembrance, and respect, not just a form of entertainment.
3. Who is the recent buyer of the USA's AMRAAM missile?
a) Pakistan
b) India
c) Vietnam
d) Japan
Answer. a) Pakistan
Context: The United States has included Pakistan in a modified arms contract with Raytheon to supply AIM-120 AMRAAM (Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles).
It provides “fire-and-forget” capability, allowing pilots to disengage after launch while the missile autonomously tracks its target using onboard radar.
4. The Central Vigilance Commission was initially set up in which year?
a) 1960
b) 1964
c) 1972
d) 2003
Answer: b) 1964
The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) was initially set up in 1964. It was established by the Government of India through an executive resolution based on the recommendations of the K. Santhanam Committee on Prevention of Corruption.
5. The “Santhanam Committee” is related to which of the following?
a) Banking Reforms
b) Prevention of Corruption
c) Agricultural Policy
d) Education Commission
Answer: b) Prevention of Corruption;
The Santhanam Committee is primarily related to anti-corruption efforts in India; it was appointed to investigate corruption within government departments and recommend measures to combat it, leading to the establishment of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) based on its findings
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