20 Aug, 2026

1. With reference to the Gyan Bharatam Mission (GBM), consider the following statements:

  1. It is a Central Sector Scheme under the Ministry of Culture.
  2. It was announced in the Union Budget 2025–26.
  3. Its implementation period extends from 2024 to 2031.
  4. It seeks to create a National Digital Repository for India's manuscripts.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

2. Consider the following statements regarding the conferment of gallantry awards:

  1. Recommendations originate from military units and formations and relevant CAPF/police organisations.
  2. Recommendations move through the prescribed chain of command.
  3. Final approval is given by the President of India.
  4. Gallantry awards are generally announced twice a year.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

3. With reference to Punjab's Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026, consider the following statements:

  1. It strengthens the existing 2008 Act.
  2. It specifically concerns the Guru Granth Sahib.
  3. It changes the terminology from “Bir/Birs” to “Saroop/Saroops”.
  4. It is a general Indian blasphemy law applicable to all religions.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

4. With reference to the Black-necked Crane, consider the following statements:

  1. Its scientific name is Grus nigricollis.
  2. It is the State Bird of the Union Territory of Ladakh.
  3. It is associated with high-altitude wetlands of the Tibetan Plateau and Trans-Himalayan region.
  4. It is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

5. With reference to the Hara mangrove forests, consider the following statements:

  1. They are located around Qeshm Island and the Strait of Hormuz.
  2. They are located in southern Iran.
  3. They consist mainly of Avicennia marina.
  4. The area is recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Which of the statements given above are correct?