1. Consider the following statements:
1. Chinese
scientists have recently identified a new lunar mineral named ‘Cerium-Magnesium
Chengasaite,’ also known as ‘Magnesiochengasaite-(Ce).’
2. This
discovery represents a significant advancement in the field of planetary
science.
Which of the above statement/statements are correct?
2. Consider the following statements:
1. Ministry
of Environment and the National Biodiversity Authority have launched a project
to strengthen grassroots-level biodiversity governance for the period
2025–2030.
2 Titled
“Strengthening Institutional Capacities to Safeguard Biodiversity Conservation
Commitments,” this project is a joint initiative of the Government of India,
the Global Environment Facility, and the United Nations Development Programme.
3. A
grant of US$ 1.88 million has been provided for this purpose.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
3. Consider the following statements:
1. Hindu
Kush Himalaya (HKH) Snow Update 2026 by the International Centre for Integrated
Mountain Development reports a record decline in snow persistence, raising
concerns over a regional water crisis.
2. HKH
Snow Update 2026 is an annual assessment of seasonal snow anomalies across the
Hindu Kush Himalaya region during the winter months (November–March).
Which of the above statement/statements are correct?
4. Consider the following statements:
1. Tamil
Nadu Forest Department, in coordination with Kerala, launched the third
synchronized Nilgiri Tahr survey in the Western Ghats.
2. This
survey ensures a simultaneous count across state boundaries, thereby avoiding
duplication and improving accuracy.
3. It
covers an area of over 3,100 km², spanning 14 forest divisions from Ashambu
Mottai (Kanyakumari) to Thavalamalai (Gudalur).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
5. Consider the following statements:
1. The
Reserve Bank of India has issued new guidelines effective from April 1, 2027.
2. An
NPA borrower shall be upgraded to a "Standard Asset" only when the
entire arrears of interest and principal across all credit facilities—rather
than just the defaulted loan—have been repaid.
Which of the above statement/statements are correct?