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Q1.How many of the following statements are correct?
1. The BJP has a closed-door policy regarding defections.
2. The BJP has fielded three ex-TMC MPs as Rajya Sabha candidates.
3. The BJP's decision to field these candidates is a strategic exception to its policy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; the BJP has a closed-door policy, has fielded three ex-TMC MPs, and this decision is a strategic exception to that policy.

Q2.Consider the following pairs:
Item : Descriptor
1. NEET-UG 2026 : Qualifying percentage
2. NEET-UG 2026 : Top scorer
3. NEET-UG 2026 : Gender distribution
Which of the pairs is/are correctly matched?

All three pairs are correctly matched; the qualifying percentage is 56.8% for women, the top scorer is Aryan Gupta and Panshul Bansal, and the gender distribution is 58% women and 42% men.

Q3.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The victim was a Muslim.
2. The attack was motivated by religious hatred.
3. The victim was a victim of hate crime.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; the victim was a Muslim, the attack was motivated by religious hatred, and the victim was a victim of hate crime.

Q4.Consider the following statements:
1. The NIA has charged LeT and TRF as legal entities.
2. The NIA has provided details of Pakistan's conspiracy.
3. The NIA has collected supporting evidence.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; the NIA has charged LeT and TRF as legal entities, provided details of Pakistan's conspiracy, and collected supporting evidence.

Q5.How many of the following statements are correct?
1. The government aims to reintroduce its ambitious women's reservation bill in the monsoon session.
2. The Speaker's decision on defecting MPs could bolster the ruling alliance's numbers.
3. The government hopes to push key bills in Parliament.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; the government aims to reintroduce the bill, the Speaker's decision could bolster the ruling alliance's numbers, and the government hopes to push key bills.

Q6.Consider the following pairs:
Item : Descriptor
1. Madras High Court : Order banning cow slaughter
2. Tamil Nadu : Animal sacrifice
3. Supreme Court : Order staying Madras High Court order
Which of the pairs is/are correctly matched?

All three pairs are correctly matched; the Madras High Court ordered a ban on cow slaughter, the State of Tamil Nadu had allowed animal sacrifice, and the Supreme Court stayed the Madras High Court order.

Q7.How many of the following statements are correct?
1. The Election Commission of India is conducting phase 3 of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
2. The SIR is being conducted across 16 states and 3 Union Territories.
3. The SIR is being conducted to update the electoral rolls.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; the Election Commission is conducting the SIR, the SIR is being conducted across 16 states and 3 Union Territories, and the SIR is being conducted to update the electoral rolls.

Q8.Consider the following pairs:
Item : Descriptor
Passport :
A) A document issued by the government to regulate the departure of Indian citizens from India
B) A determinant of citizenship
C) A determinant of nationality
D) A determinant of age
Which of the pairs is/are correctly matched?

The correct pair is A and C; a passport is a document issued by the government to regulate the departure of Indian citizens from India, and it is not a determinant of nationality.

Q9.With reference to the news item on direct tax collection, consider the following statements:
1. The growth in corporate tax collections was led by the IT sector.
2. The growth in personal income tax collections was led by the IT sector.
3. The growth in corporate tax collections was led by the pharmaceutical sector.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the growth in corporate tax collections was led by the IT sector.

Q10.With reference to the news item on the Vietnam boat tragedy, consider the following statements:
1. The boat accident occurred in the Gulf of Thailand.
2. The boat accident occurred in the South China Sea.
3. The boat accident occurred in the Bay of Bengal.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 2 is correct; the boat accident occurred in the South China Sea.

Q11.With reference to the news item on the AIIMS forensic report, consider the following statements:
1. The forensic report concluded that the ligature used in the Twisha Sharma death case was a rope.
2. The forensic report concluded that the ligature used in the Twisha Sharma death case was a gymnastics belt.
3. The forensic report concluded that the ligature used in the Twisha Sharma death case was a wire.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the forensic report concluded that the ligature used in the Twisha Sharma death case was a rope and a gymnastics belt.

Q12.With reference to the news item on India-New Zealand relations, consider the following statements:
1. The trade target of ₹35,000 crore is for the next 5 years.
2. The trade target of ₹35,000 crore is for the next 10 years.
3. The trade target of ₹35,000 crore is for the next 20 years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the trade target of ₹35,000 crore is for the next 10 years.

Q13.With reference to the news item on the arrest of a couple in Manipur, consider the following statements:
1. The couple was arrested for their alleged involvement in the abduction and killing of six Naga civilians.
2. The couple was arrested for their alleged involvement in the abduction and killing of six Hindu civilians.
3. The couple was arrested for their alleged involvement in the abduction and killing of six Muslim civilians.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the couple was arrested for their alleged involvement in the abduction and killing of six Naga civilians.

Q14.With reference to the news item on the launch of once-weekly basal insulin Awiqli, consider the following statements:
1. The product will be imported from Denmark.
2. The product will be priced at ₹2611 for a 1 ml pen (700 insulin units).
3. The product will be priced at ₹2611 for a 1 ml pen (500 insulin units).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the product will be imported from Denmark and priced at ₹2611 for a 1 ml pen (700 insulin units).

Q15.With reference to the news item on Trump's declaration of ceasefire with Iran, consider the following statements:
1. The ceasefire was declared by the US President Donald Trump.
2. The ceasefire was declared by the US President Donald Trump at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit.
3. The ceasefire was declared by the US President Donald Trump in the presence of the Iranian President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the ceasefire was declared by the US President Donald Trump.

Q16.Consider the following statements:
1. Teejan Bai was the first woman to receive the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
2. She was the only woman to receive the award in the year 2000.
3. She was a renowned exponent of Pandavani.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements are correct; Teejan Bai was the first woman to receive the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the only woman to receive the award in the year 2000, and a renowned exponent of Pandavani.

Q17.How many of the following statements are correct regarding the NEET UG 2026 final answer key?
1. One question has been dropped from each question paper set after reviewing objections submitted by candidates.
2. The NTA has released the final answer key on its official website.
3. The final answer key will be released in the coming week.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the NTA has indeed dropped one question from each question paper set after reviewing objections submitted by candidates.

Q18.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The rath yatra is a traditional festival celebrated in Puri.
2. The festival is a major tourist attraction in Odisha.
3. The festival is a symbol of Hindu nationalism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements are correct; the rath yatra is a traditional festival celebrated in Puri, a major tourist attraction in Odisha, and a symbol of Hindu nationalism.

Q19.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the introduction of a third language at the Class 9 level under the CBSE curriculum.
2. The court has suggested that the CBSE should begin teaching a third language from Class 6.
3. The court has recommended that the CBSE should not introduce a third language at all.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the Supreme Court has expressed concern over the introduction of a third language at the Class 9 level under the CBSE curriculum and has suggested that the CBSE should begin teaching a third language from Class 6.

Q20.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The trade deal between India and the UK is primarily about tariffs.
2. The deal will benefit labour-intensive industries that create jobs at scale.
3. The deal will lead to a significant increase in Indian exports to the UK.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the trade deal between India and the UK is primarily about tariffs, and the deal will benefit labour-intensive industries that create jobs at scale.

Q21.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The fire in the residential building in Noida was caused by sparks from an electric vehicle battery.
2. The fire was caused by a short circuit in the building's electrical system.
3. The fire was caused by a gas leak in the building.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the fire in the residential building in Noida was caused by sparks from an electric vehicle battery.

Q22.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The film 'Jana Nayagan' was released in 2020.
2. The film was directed by a renowned filmmaker.
3. The film is a biographical drama.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the film 'Jana Nayagan' was released in 2020 and was directed by a renowned filmmaker.

Q23.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The security forces responded to the violence at the Assam Rifles camp in Manipur by firing blank rounds.
2. The security forces used tear-gas grenades to disperse the crowd.
3. The violence was caused by a protest against the government's policies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the security forces responded to the violence at the Assam Rifles camp in Manipur by firing blank rounds and using tear-gas grenades to disperse the crowd.

Q24.With reference to the body in the news, consider the following statements:
1. The President of India recommended the matter to the Supreme Court under Article 317(1) of the Constitution.
2. The KPSC chairperson was appointed by the Governor.
3. The Governor has the power to appoint the KPSC chairperson.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the President recommended the matter to the Supreme Court under Article 317(1) of the Constitution. The KPSC chairperson is appointed by the Governor, but the Governor does not have the power to appoint the KPSC chairperson unilaterally.

Q25.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel is located in Mumbai.
2. The hotel has been inspected by the Mumbai Police.
3. The hotel is a potential target for terrorist attacks.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel is located in Mumbai and has been inspected by the Mumbai Police. Statement 3 is also correct as the hotel has been a target for terrorist attacks in the past.

Q26.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The building collapse in Pune was caused by a natural disaster.
2. The death toll in the collapse has risen to 9.
3. The rescue operations are ongoing.
How many of the above statements are correct?

All three statements are correct; the building collapse in Pune was caused by a natural disaster, the death toll in the collapse has risen to 9, and the rescue operations are ongoing.

Q27.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Ram temple donation theft is a serious issue.
2. The Chairman of the Ram temple construction committee has expressed confidence in the government's ability to prevent such incidents.
3. The government has taken no action to prevent the theft of donations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the Ram temple donation theft is a serious issue and the Chairman of the Ram temple construction committee has expressed confidence in the government's ability to prevent such incidents. Statement 3 is incorrect as the government has taken action to prevent the theft of donations.

Q28.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Hyderabad student who went missing in Finland was found dead.
2. The student was an Indian national.
3. The student was studying in Finland.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; the Hyderabad student who went missing in Finland was found dead, the student was an Indian national, and the student was studying in Finland.

Q29.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. Swiggy Instamart has received notices from the FSSAI.
2. The FSSAI has issued notices to Swiggy Instamart over alleged sale of expired products.
3. The FSSAI has the power to regulate food safety in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; Swiggy Instamart has received notices from the FSSAI, the FSSAI has issued notices to Swiggy Instamart over alleged sale of expired products, and the FSSAI has the power to regulate food safety in India.

Q30.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. High-alcohol formulations require a licence.
2. High-alcohol formulations require a prescription.
3. The Centre has amended the rules to curb misuse and addiction.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; high-alcohol formulations require a licence, high-alcohol formulations require a prescription, and the Centre has amended the rules to curb misuse and addiction.

Q31.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Maharashtra ATS has questioned 112 individuals.
2. The ATS has targeted people with alleged links to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti.
3. The ATS has the power to investigate and prosecute terrorist-related cases.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; the Maharashtra ATS has questioned 112 individuals, the ATS has targeted people with alleged links to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, and the ATS has the power to investigate and prosecute terrorist-related cases.

Q32.With reference to the body in the news, consider the following statements:
1. It is a constitutional body established under Article 324.
2. Its members are appointed by the Prime Minister.
3. It reports to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; members are appointed by the President and the body is not subordinate to any ministry.

Q33.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The victim was a student.
2. The attack was motivated by religious hatred.
3. The police have arrested the perpetrator.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; the victim was an Indian-origin man and the attack was motivated by religious hatred.

Q34.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The government aims to reintroduce its ambitious women's reservation bill.
2. The ruling alliance's numbers are bolstered by defecting MPs.
3. Discussions are ongoing to address the concerns of defecting MPs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements are correct; the government aims to reintroduce its ambitious women's reservation bill, the ruling alliance's numbers are bolstered by defecting MPs, and discussions are ongoing to address the concerns of defecting MPs.

Q35.Consider the following statements:
1. The RSS is extremely pained and angered by the alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations.
2. The SIT will re-audit the trust's accounts.
3. The guilty must be punished.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements are correct; the RSS is extremely pained and angered by the alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations, the SIT will re-audit the trust's accounts, and the guilty must be punished.

Q36.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Madras High Court order banning cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu has been stayed.
2. The State has taken necessary steps to prevent the slaughter of animals in public places.
3. Animal sacrifice is permitted only in enclosed spaces away from public places.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements are correct; the Madras High Court order banning cow slaughter in Tamil Nadu has been stayed, the State has taken necessary steps to prevent the slaughter of animals in public places, and animal sacrifice is permitted only in enclosed spaces away from public places.

Q37.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Election Commission of India is conducting phase 3 of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
2. The SIR is being conducted across 16 states and 3 Union Territories.
3. Odisha is one of the states included in the phase.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements are correct; the Election Commission of India is conducting phase 3 of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the SIR is being conducted across 16 states and 3 Union Territories, and Odisha is one of the states included in the phase.

Q38.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Delhi court has denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam.
2. The bail pleas were filed after a previous Supreme Court ruling.
3. There has been no change in circumstances since the previous ruling.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements are correct; the Delhi court has denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, the bail pleas were filed after a previous Supreme Court ruling, and there has been no change in circumstances since the previous ruling.

Q39.How many of the following statements are correct?
1. Less than eight percent of Indians hold a valid passport.
2. A passport is a determinant of citizenship.
3. Passport issuance follows the Passports Act, 1967.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 3 are correct; less than eight percent of Indians hold a valid passport, and passport issuance follows the Passports Act, 1967.

Q40.Consider the following pairs:
Item : Descriptor
Direct tax collection : ₹6.5 lakh crore
Net corporate tax collections : ₹2.40 lakh crore
Which of the pairs is/are correctly matched?

The pairs 1 and 2 are correctly matched; direct tax collection refers to ₹6.5 lakh crore, and net corporate tax collections refer to ₹2.40 lakh crore.

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