1. Which of the following statements are true regarding Karnataka’s AI and workforce initiatives?
1. Karnataka’s Nipuna Karnataka program is fully government-funded.
2. Bengaluru ranks among the top 10 cities globally in AI and big data.
3. The AI Workforce Impact Survey will directly influence IT Policy 2025.
4. Nipuna Karnataka was launched in November 2024.
A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1, 2, and 4
C) Only 1 and 4
D) Only 2, 3, and 4
2. Which of the following statements are true?
1. District I is located in Bengaluru’s central business district.
2. It focuses on deep-tech areas including AI and quantum computing.
3. It supports Karnataka’s Digital Economy Mission and Startup Policy.
4. The initiative excludes participation from academia and public institutions.
A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1, 2, and 4
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All statements are true
3. Which of the following statements are true about the ‘Samarth’ Incubation Program?
1. C-DOT provides up to ₹10 lakh grant to each selected startup.
2. The program supports startups working in areas like AI, 5G/6G, and quantum technologies.
3. Samarth is implemented in partnership with STPI and TiE.
4. The selected startups receive office space and lab access for 12 months.
A) Only 2 and 3
B) Only 1, 2, and 4
C) Only 1 and 3
D) All statements are true
4.Which of the following statements are true based on the SIPRI 2025 Report?
1. India’s nuclear warhead count increased from 172 to 180 between 2024 and 2025.
2. All nine nuclear states are reducing their nuclear stockpiles.
3. The New START treaty is set to expire in 2026 without a confirmed successor.
4. The United States and Russia still possess the largest nuclear arsenals.
A) 1, 2, and 3 only
B) 1, 3, and 4 only
C) 2, 3, and 4 only
D) 1 and 4 only
5. Which of the following statements are true about the G7?
1. The G7 was originally formed as a Group of Six in 1975 to address a global recession.
2. Russia was permanently included in the G7 from its inception.
3. The G7 has a permanent administrative structure.
4. A proposal exists to expand G7 into a G7+ by including China, India, Brazil, and a eurozone representative.
A) 1 and 4 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1, 2, and 4 only
D) All statements are true
