1. With reference to the recent MHA guidelines on National Song and National Anthem, consider the following statements:

1. When both are played at the same event, Jana Gana Mana must precede Vande Mataram.
2. Standing is mandatory when the official version of Vande Mataram is sung or played.
3. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions the National Song.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

2. With reference to the Dolphin Census 2026 in Odisha, consider:

1. The census is conducted by the Wildlife Wing of Odisha.
2. Chilika Lake hosts the largest single-area population of Irrawaddy dolphins globally.
3. Dolphins are protected under Schedule II of the Wildlife Protection Act.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

3. Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions were recently found in:

• Alexandria
• Valley of the Kings
• Giza Plateau
• Petra

4. With reference to Ayushman Sahakar Scheme:

1. It provides financial assistance to cooperative societies.
2. Loan tenure may extend up to 8 years.
3. It offers 2% interest rebate for women-majority cooperatives.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

5. Mud volcanoes are primarily formed due to:

1. Magma chamber pressure
2. Compactional stress
3. Methane accumulation

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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