1. With reference to the PGI 2.0, consider the following statements:

1. The index evaluates performance based on 73 indicators.
2. Chandigarh is the only region in the fifth band (Prachesta-1).
3. Meghalaya is placed in the highest band of performance.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

2. Which of the following regions are identified as global drought hotspots in the OECD report?

1. Western USA
2. Europe
3. Sub-Saharan Africa
4. South-East Asia

Select the correct answer:

• 1 and 4 only
• 1, 2 and 3 only
• 2, 3 and 4 only
• 1, 2, 3 and 4

3. Consider the following statements regarding the Sakura Programme:

1. It is aligned with India’s NEP 2020 goals.
2. It includes students from underrepresented and remote areas of India.
3. It is organised by the United Nations Education Fund.

Which of the above is/are correct?

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

4. With reference to the Gharial Conservation Programme, which of the following statements is correct?

• It was launched in 2005 to protect all crocodilian species in India.
• It focuses exclusively on marine crocodiles found along India’s coastline.
• It uses a “rear-and-release” approach to conserve the critically endangered gharial.
• It prohibits human interaction in all gharial habitats.

5. Consider the following features of the FASTag Annual Pass:

1. Linked to Rajmarg Yatra App and NHAI portal.
2. Offers barrier-less tolling with ANPR-FASTag hybrid system.
3. Costs ?5,000 and includes a GPS tracking device.

Which of the above are correct?

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