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With reference to the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0, consider the following statements:

1.The Ministry of Rural Development has scheduled the commencement of training batches for approximately 34,920 rural youth starting October 2026.

2.The DDU-GKY 2.0 Integrated Project Lifecycle is designed to facilitate end-to-end project life cycle, including digital monitoring and transparency.

3.Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs) are mandated to directly manage the integration of the Grameen Kaushal Portal with the State Poverty Map, allowing them to facilitate online payments.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A
Only one
B
Only two
C
All three
D
None

Explanation

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Ministry reviewed the training batches for nearly 35,000 rural youth. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Ministry’s service-level agreement and User Onboarding (UAI) is to ensure integration with State Treasury Portals by September 30, 2026, to facilitate payments

A Dalit man in Lalitpur was killed after refusing to massage the feet of three men. The accused subsequently placed the body on a road. Which specific legal framework distinguishes the registration of this case?

A
It was registered as a simple hit-and-run under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
B
The refusal to perform a menial task triggered the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
C
The case was treated as a "monetary dispute" given the parties were consuming alcohol together.
D
It was handled exclusively under the Motor Vehicles Act due to the body being found on a road.

Explanation

While the accused tried to stage the incident as an accident, the police registered it under the SC/ST Act and murder charges. The trigger—the refusal to massage feet—is a specific act of caste-based humiliation and forced service protected under the Act, differentiating it from standard BNS murder charges.

With reference to the "Pension Sakhi" initiative launched under the DAY-NRLM network, which digital system is used for monitoring its outreach?

A
PRAGATI Dashboard
B
LoKoS System
C
PM-Kisan Portal
D
SWAMITVA Digital Map

Explanation

The partnership between the DoRD and PFRDA utilizes the LoKoS system along with mobile platforms to monitor pension enrolment and service delivery by Pension Sakhis in rural areas.

Consider the following statements regarding 'World Habitat Day':

It is observed annually across the globe on the first Monday of October.
The designated official theme for World Habitat Day 2026 is "Adequate Housing for All".
According to United Nations data, over 3 billion people globally lack access to adequate housing.

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

Explanation

Statements 1, 2, and 3 are all correct: World Habitat Day is observed on the first Monday of October every year (October 5 in 2026). The 2026 theme is "Adequate Housing for All". UN statistics highlight that more than 3 billion people lack adequate housing, with over 1.1 billion living in informal settlements.

With reference to the JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) Teams initiative, consider the following statements:

JOSH Teams aim to leverage youth volunteers, including MY Bharat Volunteers and NCC Cadets, for community mobilization under the TB Mukt Bharat movement.
It is an initiative launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
In its primary phase, the initiative mandates a nationwide rollout across all districts in all States and Union Territories.

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

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: JOSH Teams are designed to empower young people (such as MY Bharat Volunteers and NCC Cadets) to generate grassroots awareness, social mobilization, and support for timely diagnosis and treatment completion for Tuberculosis.
Statement 2 is correct: The national launch was led by Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda in the presence of Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya.
Statement 3 is incorrect: In its initial phase, JOSH Teams are being rolled out selectively across 55 districts in 11 States, rather than all nationwide districts simultaneously.

The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Abhiyan has expanded its strategic focus beyond basic education to include which of the following? A) B) C) D)

A
Universal Basic Income for girl children.
B
Increased participation in STEM fields and vocational training.
C
Compulsory military service for female graduates.
D
Registration of all urban properties in the name of the eldest daughter.

Explanation

The BBBP "now also focuses on increasing girls’ participation in STEM fields and expanding vocational training," reflecting a shift toward economic utility.

Regarding the 2026 lynching incident in Kultali, West Bengal, which factor was identified by the police as a primary catalyst for the mob’s suspicion?

A
The victim was suspected of a major bank robbery in the South 24 Parganas district.
B
A language barrier prevented the victim from clearly explaining his identity to the villagers.
C
The victim was identified as an escaped convict using prima facie village records.
D
The victim was an outsider attempting to steal religious offerings from a local shrine.

Explanation

In the Kultali area of South 24 Parganas, the police noted that the victim (from Kerala) could not explain his identity due to a language barrier. This inability to communicate led to "prima facie" suspicions of theft or harassment among the villagers, catalyzing the mob violence.

With reference to the Raman Magsaysay Awards, often called the "Nobel Prize of Asia," consider the following statements:

The 2026 award was conferred upon the Indian NGO "Educate Girls" for its work in addressing gender injustice.
The award was established in 1957 to honor the legacy of the third President of the Philippines.
It is traditionally presented on August 31, marking the birth anniversary of its namesake.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: "Educate Girls" is the Indian recipient for 2026, recognized for its ripple effect in uplifting rural communities.
Statement 2 is correct: Established in 1957, the award honors the third Philippine President, Raman Magsaysay.
Statement 3 is correct: Presentations occur annually on August 31, the President's birth anniversary.

Which of the following initiatives specifically targets the empowerment of 15,000 women’s Self-Help Groups (SHGs) through the use of agricultural technology? A) B) C) D)

A
Stand-Up India
B
MUDRA Scheme
C
NaMo Drone Didi
D
PM Jan Dhan Yojana

Explanation

The NaMo Drone Didi scheme is the specific program mentioned for placing drones in the hands of 15,000 SHGs.

10.

In the Tughlakabad arson investigation, which evidence was crucial in shifting the police's initial assessment from an "electrical short circuit" to a "deliberate act of arson"?

A
Verbal testimony from the deceased victims' family regarding a personal dispute.
B
CCTV footage showing a juvenile setting a scooter on fire with petrol.
C
The discovery of a "monetary dispute" ledger in the building's ruins.
D
A public confession by the instigator, Sarita, on social media.

Explanation

A public confession by the instigator, Sarita, on social media.

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