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Q422025 · 26 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Which river, called the Lion's Mouth or Singi Khamban in Tibet, flows northwest between Ladakh and Zaskar, cuts a gorge near Gilgit, and enters Pakistan near Nanga Parbat?
1. A.Shayok River
2. B.Sutlej River
3. C.Indus River
4. D.Galvan River
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Answer: C
Q452025 · 25 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Which entity/entities publish the Climate Change Performance Index 2025?
1. A.UNEP
2. B.IPCC
3. C.Germanwatch & NewClimate Institute
4. D.WWF
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Answer: C
Q432025 · 25 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Who is the author of the book 'The Ocean of Churn'?
1. A.Sanjeev Sanyal
2. B.Tony Joseph
3. C.Devdutt Pattanaik
4. D.Rohan Mukherjee
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Answer: A
Q362025 · 24 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Consider the following statements regarding the production of bauxite in India. 1. In India, the largest deposits of bauxite occur in the Dharwar rock systems. 2. Jharkhand is the largest producer of bauxite in India. 3. Most of the bauxite is found in the laterite rocks on the plateau or hill ranges of the peninsula. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are INCORRECT?
1. A.1 only
2. B.2 only
3. C.Both 1 and 2
4. D.3 only
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Answer: C
Q382025 · 24 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
The dispersed rural settlements can be found predominantly in which of the following areas of India? 1. In the Bundelkhand region of central India 2. In the state of Chhattisgarh 3. In the lower plains of the River Ganga 4. In the hilly states of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh Select the CORRECT answer using the code given below:
1. A.1, 2 and 3 only
2. B.1 and 4 only
3. C.1, 2, 3 and 4
4. D.4 only
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Answer: D
Q332025 · 22 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
In India, the Shola ecosystem is characterised by: 1. Arid and semi-arid climate zones 2. Growth of trees in the depressions and folds of valleys surrounded by extensive areas of grasslands 3. Dominance of conifers in areas of dense vegetation Which one of the above statements is/are CORRECT?
1. A.2 only
2. B.1 and 3 only
3. C.1 only
4. D.All of these
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Answer: A
Q272025 · 22 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Which Indian Ocean island nation is the smallest by area?
1. A.Seychelles
2. B.Maldives
3. C.Sri Lanka
4. D.Mauritius
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Answer: B
Q322025 · 22 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Choose the CORRECT statements about the Kaleshwaram Irrigation Project. 1. This project was inaugurated recently in Telangana. 2. It is the world's largest multi-stage, multi-purpose lift irrigation. 3. It is being built across the Krishna River. Which of the statements given above is/are CORRECT?
1. A.1 and 3 only
2. B.1 only
3. C.1 and 2 only
4. D.3 only
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Answer: C
Q332025 · 22 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
In which region of India is the 'BWhw,' type of climate found?
1. A.Punjab
2. B.Madhya Pradesh
3. C.Gujarat
4. D.Rajasthan
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Answer: D
Q492025 · 21 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Consider the following statements regarding India's Ramsar Sites: 1. India has the highest number of Ramsar sites in South Asia. 2. Keibul Lamjao is the only floating National Park in the world and is also a Ramsar site. 3. All Ramsar sites in India are located in coastal regions.
1. A.Only 1 and 2 are correct
2. B.Only 2 and 3 are correct
3. C.Only 1 and 3 are correct
4. D.All 1, 2 and 3 are correct
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Answer: A
Q482025 · 21 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Under the "National Mission for Clean Ganga", which river was newly added to the 'National Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Mission' in 2025 for ecological rejuvenation alongside the Ganga mainstream?
1. A.Ghaghara River
2. B.Gandak River
3. C.Son River
4. D.Yamuna River
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Answer: D
Q362025 · 20 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Read the following Assertion (A) and Reason (R) carefully and choose the correct option: Assertion (A): The Northern Plains are one of the most agriculturally productive regions in India. Reason (R): These plains are comprised of rich alluvial soil, have a favourable climate, and receive adequate water supply from major rivers.
1. A.Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
2. B.Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
3. C.A is true, but R is false.
4. D.A is false, but R is true.
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Answer: A
Q422025 · 20 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
The primary aim of the Soil Health Card Scheme is:
1. A.Improve seed quality
2. B.Promote organic farming
3. C.Assess nutrient status
4. D.Prevent land acquisition
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Answer: C
Q272025 · 20 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Which of these important trade routes passes through the Indian Ocean?
1. A.Panama Canal
2. B.Suez Canal
3. C.Bering Strait
4. D.Drake Passage
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Answer: B
Q382025 · 20 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Which of the following statements about desert erosional landforms is/are correct? 1.Mushroom rocks are formed by water erosion and are typically found in glacial valleys. 2.Table rocks have a broad, flat top supported by a narrow base, resembling a plateau. 3.Pedestal rocks are remnants of resistant rocks shaped by wind deflation and abrasion.
1. A.Only 1
2. B.Only 2
3. C.Only 3
4. D.Only 1 and 3
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Answer: C
Q472025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
According to Transparency International, what is a major concern with EU golden passport and visa schemes?
1. A.They increase legal migration and help boost employment
2. B.They encourage cultural exchange across the EU
3. C.They enable the corrupt to exploit citizenship and residency systems for personal gain
4. D.They promote tourism through relaxed visa regulations
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Answer: C
Q472025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Which one of the following National Park–State pairs is correctly matched?
1. A.Namdapha National Park - Nagaland
2. B.Similipal National Park - Odisha
3. C.Bandipur National Park - Andhra Pradesh
4. D.Vansda National Park - Rajasthan
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Answer: B
Q322025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Consider the following physiographic features. 1. Tors 2. Spurs 3. Block Mountains Which of the feature/features given above is/are found in the peninsular plateau of India?
1. A.1 and 3 only
2. B.3 only
3. C.2 and 3 only
4. D.1, 2, and 3
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Answer: D
Q452025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Which Indian initiative under the National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC) aims to improve micro-climate resilience through community-led water harvesting in semi-arid zones?
1. A.Jal Urja Yojana
2. B.Climate Resilient Watershed Programme
3. C.Hariyali Mission
4. D.Jal Mitra Scheme
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Answer: B
Q302025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Which of the following is true about "en passant" in chess?
1. A.Only after a pawn moves two squares and waits a turn.
2. B.Can be done within two moves after the pawn's advance.
3. C.Must be done immediately after the pawn moves two squares.
4. D.Only if the capturing pawn is on a dark square.
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Answer: C
Q372025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
What causes a river to develop meanders?
1. A.High-altitude origin
2. B.Sudden tectonic uplift
3. C.Lateral erosion in flat terrain
4. D.Ocean current influence
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Answer: C
Q452025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
Which national park reported a successful tiger population rise in 2024, reaching over 150 tigers?
1. A.Ranthambore
2. B.Nagarhole National Park
3. C.Corbett
4. D.Satpura
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Answer: C
Q462025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 3
Why is 'Carbon Sink Enhancement' important in India's climate plan?
1. A.Encourage deforestation
2. B.Store CO₂ in vegetation and soil
3. C.Burn more fossil fuels
4. D.Promote monocultures
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Answer: B
Q492025 · 15 Sept 2025 · Shift 1
Match the geological feature with its primary plate boundary type: 1. Mid-ocean ridge 2. Mariana Trench 3. San Andreas Fault
1. A.1-Divergent, 2-Convergent, 3-Transform
2. B.1-Convergent, 2-Divergent, 3-Transform
3. C.1-Transform, 2-Convergent, 3-Divergent
4. D.1-Divergent, 2-Transform, 3-Convergent
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Answer: A
Q372025 · 15 Sept 2025 · Shift 2
The Lohit River is a tributary of which of the following major Himalayan rivers?
1. A.Ganga
2. B.Brahmaputra
3. C.Indus
4. D.Yamuna
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Answer: B