1. According to the FAO's 2025 report on the State of World Marine Fishery Resources, which of the following statements is correct?

• 87% of deep-sea species are sustainably harvested.
• The Mediterranean and Black Sea regions have over 80% of stocks sustainably managed.
• Tuna fisheries show high sustainability due to regulation by Regional Fisheries Management Organizations.
• Shark species are least affected by bycatch issues in the Indo-Pacific region.

2. Consider the following statements regarding India's performance in the 2025 Global Gender Gap Report:

1. Women’s representation in Parliament and ministerial positions has declined.

2. India achieved near-parity in educational attainment.

3. Labour force participation of women crossed 60%.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

3. What is the primary objective of Exercise Shakti 2025?

• Joint naval patrolling of the Indian Ocean
• Enhancement of cyber security collaboration
• Joint humanitarian assistance in disaster relief
• Conduct of multi-domain operations in sub-conventional conflict scenarios

4. What is the primary purpose of INTERPOL’s Silver Notice?

• To arrest fugitives accused of terrorism.
• To locate and recover missing persons.
• To trace and recover criminal assets internationally.
• To issue travel alerts for wanted criminals.

5. What is the key objective of the RBI's bond buyback operation conducted in June 2025?

• Increase government spending
• Raise interest rates
• Inject liquidity into the banking system
• Decrease fiscal deficit