[1]. Recently, OPEC+ agreed to accelerate oil output, highlighting its role in global energy markets. Which of the following countries was not a founding member of OPEC in 1960?

[A]. Iraq

[B]. Iran

[C]. Kuwait

[D]. United States of America

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[2]. Recently, the President of Sri Lanka visited Katchatheevu Island amid renewed calls by Indian politicians for its return to India. In which strait is Katchatheevu Island located?

[A]. Malacca Strait

[B]. Palk Strait

[C]. Sunda Strait

[D]. Bering Strait

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[3]. Recently, India signed a Bilateral Investment Agreement with the first OECD country under the new framework. Which country became the first OECD member to sign this agreement with India?

[A]. Japan

[B]. Israel

[C]. Germany

[D]. France

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[4]. Recently, Himachal Pradesh was declared the fifth State/UT to achieve full functional literacy under the Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram, also known as ULLAS. Which ministry implements the ULLAS scheme?

[A]. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

[B]. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

[C]. Ministry of Education

[D]. Ministry of Labour and Employment

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[5]. Recently, a wildlife survey by WWF-India captured the first photo of Pallas’s cat in Arunachal Pradesh. What is the IUCN Red List conservation status of the Pallas’s cat (Otocolobus manul)?

[A]. Endangered

[B]. Vulnerable

[C]. Near Threatened

[D]. Least Concern

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