[1]. Recently, a study revealed that the DART (Double Asteroid Redirection Test) Mission slightly altered the orbit of an asteroid system around the Sun after a kinetic impact experiment. The DART mission is associated with which of the following organisations?

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[2]. Recently, the NHAI released the first-of-its-kind Annual Report on the National Highways Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) 2025–26.The NH-GCI has been prepared in coordination with which of the following organisations?

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[3]. Recently, India dispatched 1,000 metric tonnes of rice to Malawi to support its food security efforts after a drought caused by the El Niño effect. Malawi is located in which of the following regions?

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[4]. Recently, the European Space Agency (ESA) lost contact with one of the two spacecraft involved in the Proba-3 mission. The primary objective of the Proba-3 mission is to:

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[5]. Recently, the government launched the ASMITA League across 250 districts under the ASMITA programme. The ASMITA programme is implemented under which of the following ministries?

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[6]. Recently, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) dismantled a pan-India drug distribution network operating under the name “Team Kalki.” The Narcotics Control Bureau functions under which of the following ministries?

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[7]. Recently, the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) was in the news due to a surge in respiratory infections in parts of the United States. HMPV belongs to which of the following virus families?

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[8]. With reference to White Phosphorus, recently in the news after allegations of its use in a conflict in southern Lebanon, consider the following statements:

1. White phosphorus ignites spontaneously in air at temperatures above about 30°C.
2. It is used by militaries to illuminate battlefields and generate smokescreens.

Which of the above given statements is/are correct?

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[9]. Recently, a female one-horned rhinoceros was reportedly killed by two tigers in the Sonaripur forest range of Dudhwa Tiger Reserve. Dudhwa Tiger Reserve is located in which of the following states?

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[10]. With reference to the Sambar Deer (Rusa unicolor), recently recorded in high-altitude protected areas of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, consider the following statements:

1. The Sambar Deer is native to the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia.
2. It is primarily found only in open grasslands and deserts.

Which of the above given statements is/are correct?

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[11]. Recently, entomologists discovered two new species of fruit flies- Acidoxantha paratotoflava and Hemilea suneriae, during a research expedition in the Himalayan foothills. These species were identified from which of the following states?

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[12]. Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) certified Denmark for the elimination of mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV and syphilis. Syphilis is caused by which of the following bacteria?

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[13]. Recently, the Blue Sparrow missile was in the news after reports that it was used in a targeted strike. The Blue Sparrow missile is associated with which country?

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[14]. Recently, nine cheetahs were translocated from Botswana to Kuno National Park as part of India’s cheetah reintroduction project. Kuno National Park is located in which of the following states?

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[15]. Recently, the Union government decided to temporarily discontinue rice fortification under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) after reviewing a study. Consider the following statements:

1. Rice fortification refers to the addition of essential vitamins and minerals to rice during post-harvest processing to improve its nutritional quality.
2. The process helps address micronutrient deficiencies such as anaemia without altering the taste, appearance, or cooking properties of rice.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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[16]. Recently, the Supreme Court of India sought details on the feasibility of implementing Nucleic Acid Amplification Testing (NAT) in government hospitals. The matter was examined in the context of safeguarding patients’ rights under which Article of the Indian Constitution?

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[17]. Recently, Meghalaya issued a health advisory after suspected cases of meningococcal infection were reported among Agniveer trainees at the Assam Regimental Centre in Shillong. Meningococcal disease is caused by which of the following bacteria?

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[18]. Recently, the Innovators Business Environment Index (IBEI) 2026 was released, ranking countries based on their business environment for innovators. Which country secured the first rank in the IBEI 2026?

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[19]. Recently, the Centre designated certain districts as Legacy Thrust Territories. These territories are associated with which of the following internal security challenges?

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[20]. Recently, the 25th Foundation Day of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), was celebrated in New Delhi. With reference to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), consider the following statements:

1. It is a statutory body established under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001.
2. It was set up in 2002 to reduce energy intensity in the Indian economy.
3. It functions under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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