[1]. Recently, Finn’s Weaver Bird has been in the news because its population is rapidly declining in the Terai region. Which of the following statements about Finn’s Weaver is correct?

[A]. It is commonly found in alpine forests of the Western Himalayas.

[B]. It is listed as Vulnerable in the IUCN Red List.

[C]. It is native to the Ganges–Brahmaputra valleys.

[D]. It is placed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

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[2]. Recently, India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu to provide specialised rescue teams and humanitarian assistance after Cyclone Ditwah. Which country received this emergency support from India?

[A]. Bangladesh

[B]. Sri Lanka

[C]. Myanmar

[D]. Maldives

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[3]. Recently, the Indian Navy received Taragiri, a new stealth frigate that represents a major milestone in indigenous naval shipbuilding. Under which project was the Taragiri frigate constructed?

[A]. Project 15B

[B]. Project 1135.6

[C]. Project 75

[D]. Project 17A

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[4]. Recently, an unprecedented marine heatwave caused severe coral bleaching at the UNESCO-listed Ningaloo Reef, destroying nearly 70% of its corals. In which country is the Ningaloo Reef located?

[A]. New Zealand

[B]. Australia

[C]. South Africa

[D]. Indonesia

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[5]. Recently, Chhattisgarh began upgrading the Sirpur archaeological site with digital exhibits and visitor facilities as part of its bid for UNESCO World Heritage status. On the banks of which river is Sirpur located?

[A]. Narmada River

[B]. Godavari River

[C]. Mahanadi River

[D]. Tapti River

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