1. Which of the following statements about the Apsarakonda–Mugali Marine Sanctuary are true?
1. The sanctuary will cover both terrestrial and marine areas totaling over 6,000 hectares.
2. It was first proposed in 2020 and has already received full cabinet approval.
3. The area protects 11 IUCN-threatened species, including sea turtles and coral reefs.
4. Laterite mining in the area has contributed to biodiversity loss and erosion.

A) 1, 2, and 3 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) 1 and 4 only

2. Which of the following statements about Tripura’s Literacy Achievement are TRUE?
1. Tripura is the first state in India to achieve full functional literacy under ULLAS.
2. ULLAS targets individuals aged 15 and above who missed formal education.
3. Tripura achieved over 95% literacy through community participation and mobile-based learning.
4. ULLAS is a fully state-funded program launched under the Digital India initiative.

A) 2, and 3 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) 1 and 4 only

3. Which of the following statements are true?
1. NAVYA targets girls aged 18–21 years from metropolitan cities only.
2. NAVYA is jointly implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
3. NAVYA was launched in Sonbhadra, a backward district in Uttar Pradesh.
4. The program aims to promote skill development in traditional domestic roles only.

A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1 and 4
C) All except 3
D) Only 1, 2, and 4

4. Which of the following statements about the Household Income Survey (2026) are true?
1. The Household Income Survey 2026 will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India.
2. It is the first full-scale national effort to collect household income data since NSS began in 1950.
3. Previous income-related surveys by NSS faced challenges and were discontinued.
4. The survey will also cover private capital expenditure and domestic travel data.

A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1, 2, and 4
C) Only 2, 3, and 4
D) All of the above

5. Which of the following statements are TRUE regarding the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on India?
1. The Strait of Hormuz is located between Iran and Oman, connecting the Persian Gulf to the Red Sea.
2. Approximately 20% of the world’s oil supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz.
3. Any disruption at the Strait could widen India’s Current Account Deficit and increase fuel-related inflation.
4. India continues to import oil from Iran, bypassing U.S. sanctions through alternative payment mechanisms.

A) Only 1 and 3
B) Only 2 and 3
C) Only 2, 3, and 4
D) All of the above