1. Which of the following statements about liver cirrhosis is/are correct?

1. It is primarily a genetic disorder caused by mutations in hepatocytes.
2. It leads to distortion of blood and lymphatic vessels in the liver.
3. Ascites in cirrhosis is mainly linked to dysfunctional mesenteric lymphatic vessels.

Select the correct answer using the code below:

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

2. The Polavaram–Banakacherla Link Project (PBLP) aims to transfer water from:

• Krishna ? Godavari ? Rayalaseema
• Godavari ? Polavaram ? Rayalaseema
• Cauvery ? Krishna ? Rayalaseema
• Mahanadi ? Godavari ? Rayalaseema

3. The recently unveiled Oreshnik missile system is notable because:

1. It is an intermediate-range, solid-fuel, hypersonic ballistic missile.
2. It is equipped with MIRVs, enabling strikes on multiple targets.
3. It can reach a speed of up to Mach 20.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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

4. The BlueBird satellite, to be launched by ISRO, is significant because:

1. It enables direct smartphone-to-satellite connectivity.
2. It is being launched by ISRO’s PSLV rocket.
3. It will provide continuous broadband service globally.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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

5. With reference to Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary, consider the following statements:

1. It is located in the Aravalli range near Jaipur.
2. It is home to both lions and tigers.
3. Any change in its boundary requires approval of the National Board for Wildlife.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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