1. Consider the following statements about the Karnataka Ratna award:
1. It is the highest civilian award of Karnataka.
2. It was instituted in 1992.
3. It is only awarded in the field of literature and cinema.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

2. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Project Khushi’ launched by Bengaluru City Police:
1. It is a health and wellness programme for police personnel focusing on lifestyle diseases.
2. The programme includes both live expert sessions and digital learning modules.
3. Participants undergo health assessments like glycaemic, organ function, and vitamin tests.
4. It is a year-long initiative focused exclusively on physical fitness without mental wellness components.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

3. Consider the following statements about India’s semiconductor sector:
1. India’s semiconductor market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.8% until 2030.
2. The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) plans to invest ₹1.6 lakh crore and create over 29,000 jobs.
3. Tier-2 cities like Ahmedabad and Mohali are emerging as semiconductor hubs aligned with EV and industrial clusters.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

4. Consider the following statements regarding the red ivy-based wound-healing pad developed by JNTBGRI:
1. Acteoside, a bioactive molecule, was identified in red ivy for the first time.
2. The pad uses an electro-spun nanofiber layer made from FDA-approved biodegradable polymers.
3. Neomycin sulfate is included to accelerate tissue repair.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

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

5. Match the centres with their primary roles:

Select the correct match:

A) A-2, B-1, C-3
B) A-1, B-2, C-3
C) A-3, B-2, C-1
D) A-2, B-3, C-1

6. Which of the following countries opposed the UN resolution endorsing the New York Declaration?

A) India and France
B) Saudi Arabia and India
C) US, Israel, Hungary, and Argentina
D) France and Argentina

7. Consider the following regarding strategic significance of Mauritius:
1. It is located in the western Indian Ocean.
2. It contributes to India’s SAGAR and MAHASAGAR policies.
3. India-Mauritius cooperation strengthens regional stability and maritime security.
Which statements are correct?

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

8. Consider the following statements regarding childhood obesity trends:
1. Globally, obesity is now the leading form of malnutrition among children.
2. In South Asia, adolescent overweight prevalence has decreased since 2000.
3. India’s under-5 overweight prevalence rose by over 100% between NFHS-3 and NFHS-5.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

A) 1 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) All of the above

9. Which of the following states have a higher prevalence of dynastic legislators?

A) Tamil Nadu and West Bengal
B) Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Himachal Pradesh
C) Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
D) West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh

10. Consider the following statements about human bipedalism:
1. Bipedalism in humans emerged about 5 million years ago.
2. Changes in the ilium during embryonic development were crucial for upright walking.
3. Ossification of the human pelvis occurs earlier than in chimpanzees to support bipedalism.
Which of the statements is/are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) All of the above