22 Mar, 2025

1. Consider the following statements regarding APAAR ID:

  1. It is a 12-digit unique student identification number introduced under NEP 2020.
  2. It is mandatory for all students to register for APAAR ID.
  3. It aims to consolidate academic and co-curricular records of students across their educational journey.
  4. It is generated through the UDISE+ portal and integrated with DigiLocker.

Which of the above statements are correct?

2. With reference to the 'Samarth Incubation Programme', consider the following statements:

  1. It is implemented by the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) in collaboration with the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI).
  2. The programme is exclusively for startups working in the field of financial technology.
  3. It supports DPIIT-recognized startups through funding, mentorship, and infrastructure access.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

3. The term "muzharas" in the context of the PEPSU Muzhara Movement refers to:

4. Which of the following is/are true about the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958?

  1. AFSPA empowers the armed forces to use force and open fire after due warning in 'disturbed areas.'
  2. AFSPA allows the armed forces to arrest individuals without a warrant.
  3. AFSPA provides legal immunity to the armed forces, but only with prior approval from the Supreme Court.

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5. Which of the following is true about Exercise Sea Dragon 2025?

  1. It is an annual multinational anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise conducted in the Indo-Pacific region.
  2. The exercise was first conducted as a bilateral exercise between the U.S. and Japan in 2019.
  3. India participated in Exercise Sea Dragon 2025 for the first time in 2025.
  4. The exercise was hosted by the U.S. Navy’s 7th Fleet at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.

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