[1]. The Ramanathaswamy Temple was recently highlighted during the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The temple is located in which of the following places?

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[2]. A Srinagar artisan has recently developed the Grass Mache technique using aquatic weeds removed from Dal Lake. What does this technique primarily involve?

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[3]. India’s data-centre capacity has increased sharply with the expansion of cloud computing, digital services and AI. What is the primary role of data centres?

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[4]. The Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) (Amendment) Rules, 2026 were recently notified to strengthen safeguards against deceptive digital-commerce practices. In this context, consider the following statements:

1. They require e-commerce entities to display the prior price when advertising a discount.
2. They prohibit all sponsored listings on e-commerce platforms.
3. The Rules amend the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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[5]. The recent concerns raised by AI researchers over the risks of advanced AI have brought superalignment into focus. What does the term “superalignment” refer to?

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[6]. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Acharya Vinoba Bhave on his birth anniversary on 11 September 2026. Which of the following was a notable contribution of Acharya Vinoba Bhave to India’s freedom movement?

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[7]. The Government recently approved 18.77 lakh houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0), advancing the goal of “Housing for All” in urban areas. Which ministry implements the PMAY-U 2.0?

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[8]. The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) recently completed seven years on September 12, 2026. Which of the following is a key feature of the scheme?

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[9]. The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) recently completed six years, with the scheme receiving a record ₹2,500 crore allocation in Budget 2026-27. Which of the following is the primary objective of PMMSY?

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[10]. The Karnataka Cabinet recently approved the Karnataka Aerospace Policy 2026-2031, aimed at expanding aerospace, defence, aviation and space R&D beyond Bengaluru. What investment target has been set under the policy?

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[11]. The PM SHRI Scheme has recently gained attention with Haryana introducing a 10-day bagless learning programme in 250 PM SHRI schools for 2026–27. Which ministry implements the PM SHRI Scheme?

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[12]. Who among the following became the first officer from Zanskar district in Ladakh to be commissioned into the Indian Army?

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[13]. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs recently proposed “Chapter K” under Article 371 for Ladakh. In this context, consider the following statements:

1. Article 371 contains special provisions for certain States and regions.
2. Article 240 empowers the President to make regulations for certain Union Territories.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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[14]. Dr. Vinaya Prakash Singh was recently re-elected as Secretary-General of the Asian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU) for a second consecutive term. Consider the following statements:

1. APPU functions as a Restricted Union under the Universal Postal Union.
2. APPU is headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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[15]. A new saxicolous lichen species, Buellia maharajensis, was discovered in Mathikettan Shola National Park. What does the term “saxicolous” refer to?

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[16]. The Odisha Forest Department recently rescued five young orangutans from Balasore district. Orangutans are native to which region?

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[17]. Google DeepMind recently launched the AlphaGenome Atlas, an open-access database for analysing human DNA. Which of the following best describes AlphaGenome Atlas?

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[18]. Princess Elisabeth Island is being developed in the North Sea as an offshore energy hub. Which country is the island associated with?

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[19]. OPEC+ recently decided to keep its crude oil output targets unchanged for October. Consider the following statements:

1. OPEC+ was formed in 2016 through the Declaration of Cooperation.
2. OPEC+ comprises OPEC members and selected non-OPEC oil-producing countries.
3. OPEC+ was established primarily to regulate global natural gas production.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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[20]. The 72nd National Film Awards will be presented by President Droupadi Murmu at Gujarat, marking a shift from the traditional venue in New Delhi. Where will the awards ceremony be held?

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