1. Consider the following statements regarding the ancient port town of Machilipatnam:

1. It was known as Maisolos in ancient Greek texts.
2. It flourished under the Mauryan Empire as a textile trade hub.
3. It served as a key port under the Satavahanas for exporting muslin fabrics.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

2. Which of the following schemes are implemented through the Pradhan Mantri Divyasha Kendras (PMDKs)?

1. ADIP Scheme
2. Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana
3. National Health Mission

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• 1 and 2 only
• 2 and 3 only
• 1 and 3 only
• All of the above

3. Noctilucent clouds are typically observed during summer because:

• The troposphere becomes extremely humid in summer.
• Solar radiation during the day reflects off ice crystals in the stratosphere.
• The mesosphere becomes cold enough for ice crystals to form.
• The ionosphere traps high-altitude clouds during summer.

4. Consider the following features of the Gola-Tiwai Complex in Sierra Leone:

1. It consists of Tiwai Island and the Gola Rainforest National Park.
2. It is home to pygmy hippopotamuses and the critically endangered African forest elephant.
3. It is located along the Congo River.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

5. The Behdeinkhlam Festival, celebrated in Meghalaya, is associated with:

• The Khasi tribe and Buddhist traditions
• The Garo tribe and animistic practices
• The Pnar tribe and the Niamtre faith
• The Mizo tribe and Christian customs