1. 1.Recently, India Inks MoU for the construction of the Lalandar Shatoot Dam with which of the following country?
  2. Iran
  3. Bangladesh
  4. UAE
  5. Afghanistan

Answer: (d) Afghanistan

Explanation:

In NEWS: India, Afghanistan sign MoU for construction of Lalandar [Shatoot] Dam

Source: http://ddnews.gov.in/national/india-afghanistan-sign-mou-construction-lalandar-shatoot-dam%C2%A0


2.Consider the following Statements regarding Internal Complaints Committee

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

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: Most schools, colleges lack ICCs to deal with sexual harassment

What is an internal complaints committee?

Powers and Functions of ICC

Source: https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2021/feb/17/most-schools-colleges-lack-iccs-to-deal-with-sexual-harassment-2265036.html


3.Consider the following Statements regarding India Energy Outlook 2021

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

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both1 and 2

Explanation:

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/business/commodities/india-to-overtake-eu-as-worlds-third-largest-energy-consumer-by-2030-iea-7181433/


Select the correct options from the given below codes

  1. 1, 3 and 4 only
  2. 2, 3 and 4 only
  3. 1,2 and 3 only
  4. 1,2,3 and 4

Answer: (d) 1,2,3 and 4

Explanation:

In NEWS: Ministry of Earth Sciences invites suggestions on blue economy policy

Seven thematic areas: The document recognizes the following seven thematic areas.

Source: https://wap.business-standard.com/article-amp/economy-policy/ministry-of-earth-sciences-invites-suggestions-on-blue-economy-policy-121021700589_1.html


5.Consider the following Statements regarding RIMFAX

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

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: Explained: Why is Mars so interesting to scientists – and to the adventurer that lives in us all?

Why is Mars so interesting to scientists?

Looking for underground water on Mars

Testing a helicopter to fly on Mars

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-why-is-mars-so-interesting-to-scientists-and-to-the-adventurer-7194898/


6.Consider the following Statements regarding Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015

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

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (b) 2 only

Explanation:

In NEWS: Juvenile Justice Act changes cleared: DMs to check child shelters before nod

About JJ Act, 2015

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/india/cabinet-nod-to-juvenile-law-changes-to-increase-scrutiny-of-childcare-homes-7193047/


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

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both1 and 2

Explanation:

About Securities Appellate Tribunal

SAT hears and disposes of appeals against orders passed by:

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/business/companies/sat-stays-sebi-ban-on-biyani-other-future-group-promoters-7191687/


8.Consider the following Statements regarding Wildlife Crime Control Bureau

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

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (b) 2 only

Explanation:

In NEWS: WCCB receives Asia Environmental Enforcement Award-2020

About Wildlife Crime Control Bureau

Source: http://newsonair.com/News?title=WCCB-receives-Asia-Environmental-Enforcement-Award-2020&id=410097


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

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: Delimitation Commission holds meeting to Seek Views on Delimitation process of UT of Jammu and Kashmir.

About Delimitation Commission

Functions:

Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1699087


10.There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which action/actions of the following can be taken by the Government to reduce the deficit?

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1,2,3 and 4

Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only

Explanation: