1. With reference to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India, consider the following statements:

  1. GST is a multi-stage, origin-based indirect tax.
  2. Exports are zero-rated under the GST regime.
  3. The GST system allows seamless credit across the supply chain.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

Options:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 and 3 only
C: 1 and 3 only
D: 1, 2 and 3

2. Which of the following are considered shortcomings of the current GST regime in India?

  1. Refunds under officer-led GST processes are delayed.
  2. Frequent rate changes increase procedural complexity.
  3. IGST refunds take more than 3 months to process.
Select the correct answer using the code below:

Options:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 and 3 only
C: 1 and 3 only
D: 1, 2 and 3

3. Regarding Geographical Indications (GI), consider the following statements:

  1. GI tags can be sold or transferred like trademarks.
  2. They offer perpetual protection and need no renewal.
  3. Kolhapuri Chappals have GI recognition in India.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

Options:
A: 3 only
B: 1 and 2 only
C: 1 and 3 only
D: 2 and 3 only

4. Which of the following pollutants are secondary in nature?

  1. Ammonium sulphate
  2. Sulphur dioxide (SO?)
  3. Ammonium nitrate
  4. Nitrogen dioxide (NO?)
Select the correct answer using the code below:

Options:
A: 1 and 3 only
B: 2 and 4 only
C: 1, 3 and 4 only
D: 1, 2, 3 and 4

5. The QUAD Sea Ship Observer Mission is primarily aimed at:

Options:
A: Building a permanent QUAD naval base in the Indo-Pacific
B: Conducting joint air exercises among QUAD air forces
C: Promoting cross-embarkation of coast guard officers for maritime synergy
D: Facilitating military-grade arms transfer among QUAD nations

6. In the context of new materials in electronics, which of the following statements about Altermagnets is/are correct?

  1. Altermagnets exhibit external net magnetism.
  2. They show both p-type and n-type conductivity based on direction.
  3. CrSb is the first known altermagnet with Direction-Dependent Conduction Polarity (DDCP).
Select the correct answer using the code below:

Options:
A: 2 only
B: 1 and 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2 and 3

7. GOSAT-GW Satellite launched by Japan is significant because:

  1. It monitors both greenhouse gases and water cycles.
  2. It is the first Indian-Japanese joint space mission.
  3. It continues the legacy of the GOSAT series for climate monitoring.
Select the correct answer using the code below:

Options:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2 and 3

8. Which of the following are correct regarding the Akash Air Defence System?

  1. It is a supersonic surface-to-air missile.
  2. It is indigenously developed under Make in India.
  3. It can intercept both ballistic and cruise missiles.
Select the correct answer using the code below:

Options:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 and 3 only
C: 1 and 3 only
D: 1, 2 and 3

9. The newly discovered plant species Begonia nyishiorum is significant because:

  1. It is found only in Arunachal Pradesh.
  2. It is the first begonia species found in India.
  3. It shows unique crimson-fringed petioles not found in other begonias.
Select the correct answer using the code below:

Options:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 and 3 only
C: 1 and 3 only
D: 1, 2 and 3

10. With reference to Kombucha, consider the following statements:

  1. It is a fermented drink rich in probiotics and polyphenols.
  2. It can modulate gut microbiota positively in obese individuals.
  3. It can modulate gut microbiota positively in obese individuals.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

Options:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2 and 3