The artificially fixed rupee-sterling exchange rate prescribed by the Hilton-Young Commission (1926) was adopted by the British Government forwhich one of the following reasons?
Art and Culture
2026
Consider the following statements about the archaeological findings in Harappan towns:I.There is wide occurrence of spindle-whorls in the houses but absence of spinning wheels.II.Weights and measurement scales, complete with graduations have been discovered.III.There are houses built in large part with baked bricks, around relatively spacious courtyards, with their own wells, bathing platforms, and large rooms. Which of the following inferences can be drawn from the above statements?1.Statement I : suggests that spinning was a laborious activity done at home.2.Statement II : suggests the extent of the scientific knowledge that the Harappans possessed.3.Statement III : suggests the emergence of a common property system. Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements about the Rigvedic period:I.Irrigation from wells allowed agriculture to expand away from flood plains and strips on river margins into the present Punjab and Haryana plains having underground water levels reasonably close to the surface.II.Draught-animal power was employed to draw up water out of the wells. Which of the following information support/supports the above statements?1.There is evidence in the Rigveda of the use of ashma chakra (stone pulley wheel) and ahava (strapped wooden pails) to draw up water.2.Mention has been made in the Rigveda of the use of implements like parashu/kulisha (axe) and datra/sreni (sickle).3.There is a history of the use of ox, even before the Rigveda, for ploughing the land and pulling the carts
Which of the following pairs of ancient and modern names of rivers is/are correctly matched?1.Vitasta : Chenab2.Asikni : Jhelum3.Parushni : Ravi4.Yavyavati : BeasSelect the answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements on the Amaravati Stupa and its relief sculpture is/are correct?1.It was located in the lower Krishna valley.2.In India, it was next only to the Sanchi Stupa in size.3.The Amaravati school of sculpture made a lasting impact on the later South Indian sculpture, and its products were carried to Sri Lanka and South-east Asia.Select the answer using the code given below:
In what way(s) does the Vizhinjam International Seaport represent a structural shift in India's maritime trade and logistics policy?1.By functioning exclusively as a domestic cargo hub to reduce reliance on coastal shipping and eliminate the need for foreign collaborations.2.By focusing primarily on passenger cruise tourism and heritage shipping to increase Kerala's profile as a maritime heritage destination.3.By leveraging its natural deep draft and strategic location to reduce dependence on foreign trans-shipment ports, enhance revenue retention, and reposition India in regional maritime trade. Select the answer using the code given below:
Which among the following is/are the objective(s) of the Rainfed Area Development (RAD) initiative under the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)?1.Encouraging monoculture in rainfed areas2.Increasing rice cultivation in irrigated regions3.Enhancing productivity and minimising climatic risks through Integrated Farming Systems (IFS) Select the answer using the code given below:
Which of the following geographical features or phenomena is/are associated with the Peninsular Block of India?1.Submergence of parts of the western coast due to tectonic activity2.Presence of residual mountain ranges such as the Veliconda hills and Mahendragiri hills3.Deep, V-shaped river valleys formed by fast-flowing rivers Select the answer using the code given below:
Which one of the following statements with regard to the Moidams, built by the Tai-Ahom kingdom and inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is/are correct?1.They acted as army fortresses.2.They were recreation centres of the Royals and Nobles.3.They were burial grounds of the Royals and Nobles.4.They were battle drill centres of the Royals and Nobles. Select the answer using the code given below:
At the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) held in June, 2025 in France, the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations demonstrated its leading voice on marine and ocean issues, especially on sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for resilient livelihood and "Blue Transformation". Which of the following combinations about the "Four Betters" proposed by FAO for "Blue Transformation" is correct?
Which of the following statements with reference to Lake Turkana is/are correct?1.It is the largest desert lake in the world.2.The lake is situated in South Sudan along the eastern fringe of the Sahara desert.3.The lake is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is also referred to as the 'Jade Sea'. Select the answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements with regard to genetic medicine is/are correct?1.Genetic medicines correct/compensate for the faulty genes responsible for disease.2.Engineered viruses and lipid nanoparticles are used as carriers of the genetic medicine.3.Genetic medicines alter the entire DNA sequence. Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements with regard to involvement of private entities in India's space programme:1.The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) is an autonomous agency formed to facilitate participation of private entities.2.Agnikul Cosmos launched the world's first flight using 3D-printed rocket engine.3.Skyroot Aerospace has developed liquid fuel for GSLV.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements with regard to GenomeIndia Project is/are correct?1.It is a part of the Human Genome Project.2.The project is funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India.3.Its primary aim is to build a catalogue of genetic diversity of the Indian population. Select the answer using the code given below:
Ms. X is a mid-level civil service official working in the urban development department of a major city. Recently, she was involved in approving a contract for a public infrastructure project - a new community park. During the approval process, she received a piece of confidential information indicating that one of the shortlisted contractors had a history of poor workmanship and allegations of corruption in other cities, though nothing had been legally proven. The Head of the Department, Mr. Y, advised her not to disclose this information to the project committee or the public because it could delay the project and damage the city's reputation. However, Ms. X believed that withholding such information compromised transparency and public trust. What amongst the following should Ms. X do now?1.Immediately disclose the information to the project committee and the public2.Recommend removing the contractor from the shortlist to protect the project's integrity3.Propose a 'limited disclosure' to an oversight committee, while keeping the information confidential from the public for the time being Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements with respect to the AI Impact Summit, 2026 held in New Delhi:1.The Summit's intellectual framework was based on three foundational Sutras: People, Planning, and Progress.2.The Preamble of the Summit stresses Democratising AI Resources, which acknowledges the Charter for Democratic Diffusion of AI as a binding framework to support locally relevant innovation and strengthen resilient AI ecosystems while respecting national laws.3.The New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact was structured around seven Access Chakras (Pillars), which included Access for Social Empowerment, AI for Science, and Secure and Trusted AI.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following connectivity projects is/are a part of cooperation between India and the ASEAN member countries?1.Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project2.IMT Trilateral Highway3.Agartala-Akhaura Rail Line Select the answer using the code given below:
Which one of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched? (Indian Army Corps) - (Headquarters)
Consider the following statements with regard to the film 'Boong':1.The film has recently won the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Award in the Children's and Family Film category.2.The film is directed by Lakshmipriya Devi.3.This is the first Indian film to win a BAFTA award in the Children's and Family Film category.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
An e-commerce revenue model where the seller has control over pricing but doesn't keep products in stock and instead transfers customer orders and shipment details to a third-party supplier, who then ships the goods directly to the customer, is called:
Which of the following statements about Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and Critical Minerals is/are correct?1.Modern technological innovations including Artificial Intelligence, robotics and space exploration extensively utilise Rare Earth Elements (REEs).2.China has the highest share in mining of REEs followed by India.3.The Government of India launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in 2025 to establish a robust framework for self-reliance in the critical mineral sector.4.Rare Earth Elements are a set of 13 metallic elements. Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements about the Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India:1.NBFCs cannot accept demand deposits.2.All the NBFCs operating in India have to be registered with the RBI.3.NBFCs form part of the payment and settlement system and can issue cheque drawn on itself.4.Deposit insurance facility of Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) is not available to the depositors of deposit taking NBFCs.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2025
Consider the following subjects with regard to Non-Cooperation Programme:I.Boycott of law-courts and foreign clothII.Observance of strict non-violenceIII.Retention of titles and honours without using them in publicIV.Establishment of Panchayats for settling disputesHow many of the above were parts of Non- Cooperation Programme?
The first Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, a music training school, was set up in 1901 by Vishnu Digambar Paluskar in:
Consider the following statements about 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' :I.It targets installation of one crore solar rooftop panels in the residential sector.II.The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy aims to impart training on installation, operation, maintenance and repairs of solar rooftop systems at grassroot levels.III.It aims to create more than three lakhs skilled manpower through fresh skilling, and up-skilling, under scheme component of capacity building.Which of the statements given above are correct?