1. Consider the following statements regarding BIMSTEC:

1. It was established in 1997 through the Bangkok Declaration.
2. Myanmar was the latest country to join BIMSTEC in 2022.
3. Its Secretariat is headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Which of the statements is/are correct?

• 1 only
• 1 and 2 only
• 1 and 3 only
• 2 and 3 only

2. Consider the following about Tribhuvandas Patel:

1. He founded the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).
2. He collaborated with Dr. VergheseKurien to professionalize the cooperative dairy sector.
3. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna for his work in the White Revolution.

Which of the above is/are correct?

• 1 and 2 only
• 2 only
• 1 and 3 only
• 2 and 3 only

3. Which of the following best describes the mechanism behind CO? laser-assisted radioactive detection?

• Detection of heat signatures from radioactive isotopes
• Plasma formation triggered by alpha particles and amplified via avalanche breakdown
• Laser absorption by radioactive nuclei leading to nuclear fission
• Use of microwave beams to detect ionized air particles

4. What is the primary method for managing NAFLD, as per current medical consensus?

• Daily intake of antiviral medications
• Liver transplant in all cases
• Weight loss and lifestyle modification
• Routine liver dialysis

5. Exercise Tiger Triumph is a joint tri-service exercise between which two countries?

• India and Australia
• India and Japan
• India and the United States
• India and France