31 May, 2025

1. With reference to Calotes zolaiking, recently seen in news, consider the following statements:

  1. It is an aquatic lizard species native to the Indian subcontinent.
  2. It was first described from Mizoram and has recently been sighted in Meghalaya.
  3. It is known for being nocturnal and feeding primarily on plant matter.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

2. Which of the following are included as components of evaluation under the Swachh Survekshan Grameen (SSG) 2025?

  1. Direct observation of sanitation status
  2. Citizen feedback
  3. Infrastructure functionality check
  4. Land ownership verification in ODF Plus villages

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3. Consider the following statements about Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar:

  1. She moved the Maratha capital from Pune to Maheshwar.
  2. She was known for promoting temple construction and infrastructure across India.
  3. She abolished laws that discriminated against childless widows.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

4. Which of the following statements about the National Florence Nightingale Awards is/are correct?

  1. The award is conferred by the President of India.
  2. It is awarded only to government-employed nurses.
  3. Florence Nightingale is known as the founder of modern nursing.

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5. With reference to the Ayush Suraksha Portal, consider the following statements:

  1. It allows real-time reporting of adverse drug reactions and misleading advertisements.
  2. It has been integrated with India’s National Pharmacovigilance Program for Ayush.
  3. It is accessible only to licensed Ayush practitioners.

Which of the statements given above are correct?