11 Jul, 2025

1. Which of the following statements about the Vera C. Rubin Observatory are correct?

  1. It is located in the Andes Mountains of Argentina.
  2. It houses the world's most powerful digital camera.
  3. One of its objectives is to detect potentially hazardous asteroids.

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2. With reference to India’s Battery Passport initiative, consider the following statements:

  1. It assigns a unique digital identity to each battery using a QR code.
  2. It helps ensure traceability and compliance with EU regulations.
  3. It is a regulatory tool to track petrol and diesel vehicle emissions.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

3. With reference to the Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis), consider the following statements:

  1. It is listed as ‘Critically Endangered’ in the IUCN Red List.
  2. It is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
  3. It is primarily frugivorous but may also feed on small animals.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

4. Recently, miniature plasma loops were observed in the Sun’s atmosphere. Which of the following statements are correct regarding them?

  1. They are observed in the Sun’s chromosphere and have extremely high temperatures.
  2. These loops are visible to the naked eye during solar eclipses.
  3. They help scientists understand magnetic reconnection and solar flares.

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5. Consider the following about the National Maritime Domain Awareness (NMDA) Project:

  1. It will be implemented by the Indian Navy and integrated with AI-enabled surveillance systems.
  2. The upgraded IMAC will include multi-agency representation across several ministries.
  3. It is primarily aimed at strengthening India's land border infrastructure with China.

Which of the above statements are correct?