18 Jul, 2025

1. Which of the following statements about Maglev (Magnetic Levitation) technology is/are correct?

  1. Maglev trains use magnetic repulsion to eliminate physical contact with tracks.
  2. The first commercial Maglev train service was launched in China in 1984.
  3. High-temperature superconductors are used in some advanced Maglev systems.

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2. With reference to recent research on quantum entanglement by the Raman Research Institute, consider the following statements:

  1. Intraparticle entanglement is more resilient to quantum noise compared to interparticle entanglement.
  2. Amplitude damping can help revive or create intraparticle entanglement.
  3. The phenomenon studied has no relevance for quantum computing technologies.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

3. Consider the following with respect to the ‘Nomad Sikkim’ initiative:

  1. It aims to promote sustainable tourism and remote work ecosystems.
  2. Yakten is India’s first officially declared digital nomad village.
  3. The initiative is implemented solely by the Ministry of Tourism.

Which of the above statements are correct?

4. Under the newly launched Prime Minister Professorships Scheme, which of the following is/are correct?

  1. NRIs and PIOs are eligible to apply.
  2. Professors must be physically present full-time at the host university.
  3. The scheme provides ?1 crore annually in research grants.

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5. With reference to the ADEETIE Scheme launched by the Ministry of Power, which of the following statements is/are correct?

  1. It is implemented by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).
  2. It offers interest subvention only for large industries.
  3. MSMEs must demonstrate at least 10% energy savings to qualify.

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