1. With reference to INS Taragiri, consider the following statements:

1. It is an indigenously built stealth frigate under Project 17A.
2. It has been built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE).
3. It is equipped with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

2. Which of the following best explains the term “friend-shoring” in the context of energy transition?

• Importing fossil fuels from neighbouring countries
• Relocating clean energy supply chains to politically trusted countries
• Providing subsidies to domestic coal industries
• Sharing electricity grids across continents

3. With reference to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), consider the following statements:

1. It is a specialised agency of the United Nations.
2. Its headquarters is located in Geneva.
3. The IMO Council functions as its executive organ.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

4. Which of the following statements about Norovirus is/are correct?

1. It is most common during colder months.
2. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are highly effective against it.
3. There is currently no widely used vaccine for routine prevention.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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

5. India made its debut at WorldSkills Asia Competition in:

• Kuala Lumpur
• New Delhi
• Chinese Taipei
• Singapore