1. Consider the following statements about AstroSat:

1. It is India’s first dedicated multi-wavelength astronomy satellite.

2. It can observe celestial objects only in the X-ray band.

3. It enables simultaneous observations in ultraviolet, optical and X-ray wavelengths.

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. With reference to Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs), consider the following statements:

1. InvITs are regulated by SEBI.
2. They allow retail investors to invest in infrastructure assets.
3. InvITs are mainly meant for short-term speculative gains.

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. Dolomedes indicus, recently discovered in India, is:

• A species of freshwater fish
• A semi-aquatic spider species
• A new amphibian species of the Western Ghats
• A type of medicinal plant

4. Shani Shingnapur Temple is unique because:

• The idol is worshipped underwater
• It has no enclosed sanctum over the main deity
• It is carved entirely out of marble
• It is dedicated to Lord Surya

5. Why are ghost crabs considered bio-indicators?

• They live only in polluted waters
• Their populations decline rapidly in disturbed beaches
• They migrate seasonally across oceans
• They feed exclusively on plastic debris