1. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) refers to:
A. Increased immunity of humans against microbes
B. Microorganisms becoming resistant to medicines
C. Reduced effectiveness of vaccines only
D. Side effects caused by antibiotics
Answer: B
Explanation:
AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial medicines, making infections difficult to treat.
2. According to global estimates cited, AMR causes approximately how many deaths annually worldwide?
A. 0.5 million
B. 1 million
C. 1.27 million
D. 2 million
Answer: C
Explanation:
The Lancet (2022) estimates 1.27 million deaths annually due to AMR.
3. Which of the following is the primary driver of AMR in India?
A. Poor vaccination coverage
B. Hospital-acquired infections
C. Overuse and misuse of antibiotics
D. Genetic mutation of viruses
Answer: C
Explanation:
Over 58% of antibiotics in India are sold without prescription, leading to irrational use.
4. India’s AMR surveillance network is known as:
A. GLASS
B. NCDC-Net
C. ICMR-AMR Grid
D. NARS-Net
Answer: D
Explanation:
India’s AMR surveillance system is called NARS-Net, with around 60 labs.
5. The “One Health” approach recognizes the interconnection between:
A. Public and private healthcare
B. Human, animal, and environmental health
C. Nutrition and sanitation
D. Health and education
Answer: B
Explanation:
AMR spreads across humans, animals, agriculture, and the environment, making a One Health approach essential.
6. NATGRID was originally created after which incident?
A. 2001 Parliament attack
B. 26/11 Mumbai attacks
C. Pulwama attack
D. Kargil conflict
Answer: B
Explanation:
NATGRID was established after 26/11 Mumbai attacks to improve intelligence coordination.
7. NATGRID allows access to data from how many different sources?
A. 11
B. 15
C. 21
D. 31
Answer: C
Explanation:
NATGRID integrates data from 21 sources such as telecom, travel, finance, and identity databases.
8. Which database has recently been integrated with NATGRID?
A. Aadhaar
B. Census
C. NPR
D. SECC
Answer: C
Explanation:
NATGRID is now linked with the National Population Register (NPR) holding data of 1.19 billion residents.
9. The analytics engine “Gandiva” is primarily used for:
A. Facial recognition only
B. Cybersecurity encryption
C. Entity resolution
D. Crime prediction
Answer: C
Explanation:
Gandiva enables entity resolution, matching fragmented data to individuals.
10. A major constitutional concern related to NATGRID expansion is:
A. Federalism
B. Judicial activism
C. Digital authoritarianism
D. Financial opacity
Answer: C
Explanation:
Lack of statutory oversight and mass profiling raise fears of digital authoritarianism.
11. The Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS) is best described as:
A. Replacement of OPS
B. Replacement of CPS
C. Middle path between OPS and CPS
D. A contributory provident fund
Answer: C
Explanation:
TAPS blends features of OPS and CPS, ensuring assured pension with employee contributions.
12. Under TAPS, pension is fixed at what proportion of last drawn salary?
A. 40%
B. 45%
C. 50%
D. 60%
Answer: C
Explanation:
TAPS assures 50% of the last drawn salary as pension.
13. India’s youth population (below 35 years) is approximately:
A. 45%
B. 55%
C. 66%
D. 75%
Answer: C
Explanation:
About 66% of India’s population is under 35, making youth leadership crucial.
14. Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2026 coincides with:
A. Republic Day
B. National Youth Day
C. Gandhi Jayanti
D. Independence Day
Answer: B
Explanation:
VBYLD 2026 coincides with National Youth Day (12 January) in honour of Swami Vivekananda.
15. The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) is conducted by:
A. RBI
B. NITI Aayog
C. MoSPI
D. NSSO
Answer: C
Explanation:
HCES is conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
16. Declining share of food expenditure with rising income confirms:
A. Kuznets Curve
B. Engel’s Law
C. Phillips Curve
D. Wagner’s Law
Answer: B
Explanation:
Engel’s Law states that food expenditure share declines as income rises.
17. India’s non-fossil fuel installed capacity (2025) is approximately:
A. 40%
B. 45%
C. 51%
D. 60%
Answer: C
Explanation:
India’s non-fossil capacity rose to 51.4% by 2025.
18. India’s renewable energy generation share (2024–25) is about:
A. 35%
B. 30%
C. 22%
D. 15%
Answer: C
Explanation:
Despite high installed capacity, renewables supply only 22% of electricity due to intermittency.
19. Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) functions under which ministry?
A. Ministry of Commerce
B. Ministry of Finance
C. Ministry of Textiles
D. Ministry of MSME
Answer: C
Explanation:
AEPC functions under the Ministry of Textiles.
20. The SHINE Scheme was launched by:
A. Ministry of Women & Child Development
B. NITI Aayog
C. Bureau of Indian Standards
D. Ministry of Consumer Affairs
Answer: C
Explanation:
The SHINE Scheme was launched by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to empower women through standards awareness.