1. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Karnataka’s IMR decreased by over 50% between 2010–12 and 2020–22.
2. Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is used to manage maternal hypertension.
3. Neonatal mortality in Karnataka was higher than India’s national average in 2022.
4. Improved healthcare infrastructure contributed to Karnataka’s IMR reduction.
A) 1, 2, and 3 only
B) 1 and 4 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 3, and 4 only
2. Which of the following statements are true regarding the Karnataka Crowd Control Bill?
1. Police permission is mandatory for organizing traditional religious events like Rathotsava.
2. The Bill includes penalties such as imprisonment up to 3 years and ₹5 lakh fine.
3. Offences under the Bill are cognizable and bailable.
4. The Bill has been placed before the Karnataka Cabinet for approval.
A) 1, 2, and 3 only
B) 1 and 4 only
C) 2 and 4 only
D) 1, 3, and 4 only
3. Which of the following statements are TRUE regarding the EPIC Delivery System?
1. The new EPIC delivery system promises voter ID card delivery within 30 days of application.
2. The ECINet platform enables real-time tracking and SMS alerts for EPIC delivery.
3. The Department of Posts is involved in the physical delivery of EPICs under the new SOP.
4. The initiative was launched in June 2025 to address electoral delays and boost transparency.
A) Only 2 , 3 and 4
B) Only 1, 3 and 4
C) Only 2, 3
D) All of the above
4. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Reverse flipping involves transferring Indian start-up ownership to foreign jurisdictions.
2. SEBI reforms now allow promoters to retain ESOPs granted within a year of DRHP filing.
3. Shares held by foreign investors can now be counted toward minimum promoter contribution.
4. SEBI’s new FPI category simplifies investment in government securities with easier KYC norms.
A) Only 1 and 2
B) Only 2, 3 and 4
C) Only 1, 3 and 4
D) All of the above
5. Which of the following statements are TRUE?
1. Heat risk only refers to heatwaves and rising temperatures.
2. The Heat Risk Index (HRI) includes factors like population density and disability prevalence.
3. 2024 was recorded as the hottest year globally, with India affected.
4. CEEW’s study covers only traditional heatwave-prone districts in India.
A) Only 1 and 3
B) Only 2 and 4
C) Only 2 and 3
D) 1, 2, and 4
