02 May, 2025

1. Which of the following statements regarding International Labour Day are correct?

  1. It originated in the UK and commemorates a labor protest in London.
  2. It is celebrated annually on May 1 to honor workers' contributions.
  3. The Haymarket Affair of 1886 in Chicago played a significant role in its history.

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2. Consider the following statements regarding the Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle (Batagurkachuga):

  1. It is classified as "Critically Endangered" under the IUCN Red List.
  2. It is endemic to India and Sri Lanka.
  3. It is listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

Which of the statements given aboveare correct?

3. Project Kuiper, recently seen in the news, is associated with:

4. Why is India considering a ban on the import of genetically modified (GM) alfalfa seeds?

  1. To protect domestic seed producers
  2. Due to lack of rapid GM detection mechanisms at ports
  3. As per restrictions under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
  4. To promote genetically modified crops under Atmanirbhar Bharat

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5. AIM4NatuRe, recently launched by FAO, is aimed at: