1. Which of the following climatic conditions is ideal for the cultivation of Ferula assa-foetida (heeng) in India?

• High humidity, clay-rich soil, 30–35°C average temperature
• Well-drained sandy soil, cold-arid climate, 10–20°C average temperature
• Laterite soil, humid subtropical climate, 25–40°C temperature
• Waterlogged loamy soil, tropical monsoon climate, 20–30°C average temperature

2. The Chotanagpur Tenancy Act, 1908 was a legislative outcome of:

• Munda Rebellion led by Birsa Munda
• Santhal Rebellion
• Kuki Uprising
• Kol Uprising

3. National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) functions primarily as:

• A public sector bank
• A monetary policy instrument
• A government-backed investment platform for infrastructure
• A department under SEBI

4. Why is the amendment to Rule 18 of SEZ Rules significant for semiconductor and electronics SEZ units?

• It allows duty-free exports.
• It permits domestic sales upon duty payment.
• It exempts them from customs valuation.
• It bans import of components

5. What is the taxonomic significance of the beetle Spathaspina noohi discovered in Meghalaya?

• First aquatic weevil species in India
• Required the creation of a new subfamily
• Led to the establishment of a new genus
• Represents the only beetle found in Western Ghats