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1. Which of the following entities is primarily responsible for the assembly of the Igla-S man-portable air defence systems in India, as per the information provided?
(a) Ministry of Defence (MoD)
(b) Rosoboronexport
(c) Adani Defence Systems And Technologies Limited (ADSTL)
(d) Indian Army (IA)
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Answer: (c) Adani Defence Systems And Technologies Limited (ADSTL)
2. The procurement and assembly of the Igla-S missiles in India are primarily aimed at enhancing the Indian Army’s capability to counter which type of aerial threats, particularly in forward areas and mountainous terrain?
(a) High-altitude, long-range strategic bombers
(b) Low-flying helicopters, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and low-speed aircraft
(c) Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs)
(d) High-speed fighter jets operating at high altitudes
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Answer: (b) Low-flying helicopters, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and low-speed aircraft
3. The agreement between ADSTL and Rosoboron export for the assembly of Igla-S missiles is based on which of the following principles?
(a) Outright purchase of fully assembled units
(b) Joint venture for indigenous development
(c) Technology Transfer (ToT) allowing domestic assembly
(d) Licensing for export to third countries
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Answer: (c) Technology Transfer (ToT) allowing domestic assembly
4. The Igla-S missile system, also known as SA-24 ‘Grinch’ by NATO, represents an upgrade over which earlier missile system used by the Indian defence forces?
(a) Prithvi missile
(b) Agni missile
(c) Akash missile
(d) Igla missile
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Answer: (d) Igla missile
5. Based on the information provided, what is a key advantage of the Igla-S missile system that makes it suitable for rapid deployment by infantry units?
(a) Its very long range engagement capability
(b) Its extremely high altitude reach
(c) Its lightweight and portable design
(d) Its ability to engage multiple targets simultaneously
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Answer: (c) Its lightweight and portable design
6. In May 2025, which organization launched the ‘Submarine Cable Project’ to enhance ocean monitoring in the Indian Ocean?
(a) National Institute of Oceanography (NIO)
(b) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
(c) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)
(d) Geological Survey of India (GSI)
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Answer: (c) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)
7. The ‘Submarine Cable Project’ by INCOIS is primarily focused on improving the understanding of which of the following?
(a) Marine biodiversity and fishing patterns
(b) Oceanographic patterns, seismic movements, and tsunami risks
(c) Deep-sea mining potential and resource mapping
(d) Coastal erosion and sediment transport
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Answer: (b) Oceanographic patterns, seismic movements, and tsunami risks
8. Where will the 150-kilometer submarine cable for the INCOIS project be installed?
(a) Off the coast of Chennai, Tamil Nadu
(b) In the Arabian Sea, near Mumbai
(c) Off the coast of Wandoor in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
(d) In the Bay of Bengal, near Kolkata
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Answer: (c) Off the coast of Wandoor in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
9. The science nodes along the submarine cable will be equipped with which type of sensors?
(a) Meteorological and atmospheric sensors
(b) Oceanographic and geophysical sensors
(c) Biological and chemical sensors
(d) Navigation and communication sensors
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Answer: (b) Oceanographic and geophysical sensors
10. Under which ministry does the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) operate?
(a) Ministry of Defence
(b) Ministry of Science and Technology
(c) Ministry of Earth Sciences
(d) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
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Answer: (c) Ministry of Earth Sciences
11. The primary purpose of the DRDO’s development and flight-trials of the Stratospheric Airship Platform is to:
a) Enhance India’s weather forecasting capabilities.
b) Boost India’s Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities.
c) Improve civilian air traffic management.
d) Facilitate high-altitude tourism.
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Answer: b) Boost India’s Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities.
12. What is the full form of the MAHASAGAR initiative, unveiled by the Indian Prime Minister?
(a) Maritime Alliance for Holistic Assistance, Security, and Growth in All Regions
(b) Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions
(c) Major Asian Hub for Security and Growth in Regional Seas
(d) Multilateral Approach for Stability and Growth Across Oceanic Realm
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Answer: (b) Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions
13. Which of the following is a key advantage of the Stratospheric Airship Platform over traditional satellites for surveillance and monitoring?
a) Higher operational altitude providing a broader coverage area.
b) Immunity to weather conditions due to its stratospheric operation.
c) Faster deployment, lower costs, and greater operational flexibility.
d) Ability to travel at hypersonic speeds for rapid response.
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Answer: c) Faster deployment, lower costs, and greater operational flexibility.
14. Which country is the primary training partner for the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), having trained over 1,500 personnel in the last decade?
(a) Sri Lanka
(b) India
(c) China
(d) Pakistan
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Answer: (b) India
15. What type of support has India provided to the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) since 2019, with over 630 instances?
(a) Financial aid for military modernization
(b) Supply of advanced weaponry and equipment
(c) Medical evacuations (MEDEVACs), Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, and air surveillance missions
(d) Deployment of Indian military personnel for joint patrols
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Answer: (c) Medical evacuations (MEDEVACs), Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, and air surveillance missions
16. What is the capital city of Maldives?
(a) Colombo
(b) Male
(c) Hulhumalé
(d) Addu City
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Answer: (b) Male
17. What was the primary reason cited by the Nicaraguan government for its withdrawal from UNESCO?
(a) Disagreements over funding contributions
(b) UNESCO’s criticism of Nicaragua’s education policies
(c) UNESCO’s decision to award the 2025 Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize to the exiled Nicaraguan newspaper La Prensa
(d) Concerns about UNESCO’s focus on cultural heritage over scientific advancement
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Answer: (c) UNESCO’s decision to award the 2025 Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize to the exiled Nicaraguan newspaper La Prensa
18. The UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize is named in honor of a journalist from which country who was assassinated for his work?
(a) Nicaragua
(b) Colombia
(c) France
(d) United States of America
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Answer: (b) Colombia
19. According to UNESCO’s constitution, when will Nicaragua’s withdrawal from the organization officially take effect?
(a) Immediately upon the announcement in May 2025
(b) At the end of the current fiscal year, June 30, 2025
(c) On December 31, 2026
(d) One year after the official notification of withdrawal
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Answer: (c) On December 31, 2026
20. Which of the following is the capital city of Nicaragua?
(a) San José
(b) Tegucigalpa
(c) Managua
(d) Panama City
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Answer: (c) Managua
21. Which two major terrorist organizations were the primary targets of Operation Sindoor?
(a) Al-Qaeda and Taliban
(b) Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) and Indian Mujahideen (IM)
(c) Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)
(d) Harkat-ul-Mujahideen (HuM) and Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD)
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Answer: (c) Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)
22. Which type of missile, known for its long range and use in deep strikes, was reportedly used by India in Operation Sindoor?
(a) BrahMos Missile
(b) Agni Missile
(c) SCALP Missile (Storm Shadow)
(d) Prithvi Missile
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Answer: (c) SCALP Missile (Storm Shadow)
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