1. With reference to Mission Mausam (2024), consider the following statements:

1. It is implemented by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) alone.
2. It aims to enhance forecasting capability across short, medium, extended, and seasonal scales.
3. Strengthening observational networks through radars, satellites, and automated weather stations is one of its objectives.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

2. Consider the following about the Aapda Mitra Programme:

1. It is implemented by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
2. It provides NDMA-certified disaster response training to youth volunteers.
3. It functions entirely through digital platforms under MY Bharat.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

3. The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is headquartered in:

• New Delhi
• Thimphu
• Kathmandu
• Islamabad

4. With reference to Samudrayaan Project, consider the following:

1. It is being developed under the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
2. Matsya-6000, India’s first manned submersible, can accommodate 3 aquanauts.
3. It is part of the Deep Ocean Mission (2021–26).

Which of the above statements are correct?

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

5. Which of the following correctly explains E20 fuel?

• 20% petrol blended with 80% biodiesel
• 20% ethanol blended with 80% petrol
• 20% compressed biogas blended with petrol
• 20% methanol blended with 80% petrol