Mangerbani Cave Paintings belong to which one of the following states?

a) Haryana

b) Maharashtra

c) Odisha

d) Andhra Pradesh

Answer: (a) Haryana

Explanation:

In NEWS: Discovered in Faridabad: Prehistoric cave paintings that could be almost 1 lakh years old

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/chandigarh/mangerbani-cave-paintings-1-lakh-years-old-archaeologists-7407264/

PRASHAD Scheme is launched by which one of the following ministries?

a) Ministry of Tourism

b) Ministry of Textiles

c) Ministry of corporate affairs

d) Ministry of Home affairs

Answer: (d) Ministry of Tourism

Explanation:

In NEWS: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurates and dedicates PRASHAD projects in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1735970

Consider the following statements regarding Draft Drone Rules, 2021:

No pilot licence will be required for micro drones used for non-commercial use and all nano drones.

There will be no restriction on drone operations by foreign-owned companies registered in India.

The number of forms to be filled to seek authorization before operating a drone has been reduced.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. a) 1 and 3 only
  2. b) 2 and 3 only
  3. c) 1 and 2 only
  4. d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

In NEWS: Centre proposes simpler drone rules

 Simplified drone rules, which abolish the need for a large number of approvals, are in the offing in the country.

 Some key provisions of the Draft Drone rules, 2021

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/centre-proposes-simpler-drone-rules/article35338670.ece

Consider the following statements regarding Vikas Engine:

It is a family of liquid fuelled rocket engines conceptualized and designed by the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre.

It can be used only in the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle(PSLV).

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. a) 1 only
  2. b) 2 only
  3. c) Both 1 and 2
  4. d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (b) 1 only

Explanation:

In NEWS: Third Successful Vikas Engine Long Duration Hot Test for Gaganyaan Program

Sourcehttps://www.isro.gov.in/update/14-jul-2021/third-successful-vikas-engine-long-duration-hot-test-gaganyaan-program

Consider the following statements regarding Cytomegalovirus (CMV):

It is a common herpes virus that often causes natural infections in childhood.

It is not a contagious disease.

There is no specific cure for CMV.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. a) 1 and 3 only
  2. b) 2 and 3 only
  3. c) 1 and 2 only
  4. d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (a) 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

In NEWS: Covid-19: Here’s everything you need to know about ‘cytomegalovirus’

Sourcehttps://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/health/covid-19-cytomegalovirus-symptoms-causes-7402637/

Consider the following statements regarding School Innovation Ambassador Training Program:

It is a training program for School Teachers.

It will be launched by the Union Education Minister and Tribal Affairs Minister.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. a) 1 only
  2. b) 2 only
  3. c) Both 1 and 2
  4. d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: Education Minister &Tribal Affairs Minister to launch School Innovation Ambassador Training Program

Sourcehttps://www.timesnownews.com/education/article/education-minister-tribal-affairs-minister-to-launch-school-innovation-ambassador-training-program-today/785713

Consider the following statements regarding Kisan Sarathi:

It was launched by the Union minister of Education.

It is a digital platform to facilitate farmers to get ‘right information at right time’ in their desired language.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. a) 1 only
  2. b) 2 only
  3. c) Both 1 and 2
  4. d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (b) 2 only

Explanation:

In NEWS: 93rd Foundation day of Indian Council of Agriculture Research celebrated virtually

Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1736215

Consider the following statements regarding Build Back Better World (B3W) initiative:

It aims to address the infrastructure investment deficit in developing and lower income countries.

It is a proposal made by the G20 countries.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. a) 1 only
  2. b) 2 only
  3. c) Both 1 and 2
  4. d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (a) 1 only

Explanation:

In NEWS: G-7’s counter to China’s Belt and Road Initiative is welcome, but needs more coherence

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/chinas-influence-g-7-leaders-belt-road-initiative-7408524/

Consider the following statements regarding National Commission for Women:

It is a non-constitutional non-statutory body set up in 1992.

It enjoys all the powers of a civil court.

It recommends remedial legislative measures, facilitates redressal of grievances and advises the government on all policy matters affecting women.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. a) 1 and 3 only
  2. b) 3 only
  3. c) 1 and 2 only
  4. d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b) 3 only

Explanation:

In NEWS: NCW signs MoU with BPR&D for Nation-Wide

Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1736188

In the context of which one of the following are the terms pyrolysis and plasma gasification mentioned?

  1. a) Extraction of earth element
  2. b) Natural gas extractions technologies
  3. c) Hydrogen fuel based automobiles
  4. d) Waste to energy technologies

Answer: (d) Waste to energy technologies

Explanation: