1. Genetically engineered Escherichia coli bacteria have recently been developed as:

• Probiotics to enhance digestion
• Self-powered chemical sensors for mercury detection
• Bio-fertilizers for agriculture
• Vaccines against waterborne diseases

2. Which of the following statements about the SarvottamYudhSeva Medal (SYSM) are correct?

1. It was instituted in 1980 to recognise distinguished wartime service.
2. It is considered the wartime equivalent of the Param VishishtSeva Medal (PVSM).
3. Only Army officers are eligible to receive it.

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• 2 and 3 only
• 1, 2, and 3

3. Which of the following is true about ionic liquids (ILs)?

1. They are composed entirely of ions or short-lived ion pairs.
2. They are volatile and flammable.
3. They can serve as environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional organic solvents.

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4. Which of the following factors contribute to PAM outbreaks?

1. Warm freshwater and soil exposure
2. Climate change and pollution
3. Increased testing for acute encephalitis syndrome (AES)

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5. Consider the following statements regarding almond cultivation in India:

1. Almonds grow best in colder regions with temperatures between 7°C to 24°C.
2. Almond cultivation in India is primarily concentrated in Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha.
3. Almonds are used in food products and for producing oils.

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