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[1]. Recently, the National Biodiversity Authority notified certain institutions as National Repositories under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. What is the primary role of a National Repository?

[A]. To regulate wildlife trade
[B]. To preserve voucher specimens of biological resources
[C]. To conduct environmental impact assessments
[D]. To issue biodiversity conservation licenses

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[2]. Recently, the Election Commission of India launched the International Election Visitors’ Programme (IEVP), 2026 for upcoming Assembly elections. What is the primary aim of this programme?

[A]. To train Indian voters on election procedures
[B]. To regulate political parties in India
[C]. To conduct elections in foreign countries
[D]. To allow international delegates to observe Indian elections

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[3]. Recently, a study highlighted declining resilience in the Sundarbans mangrove ecosystem due to climate stress. With reference to mangroves, consider the following statements:

  1. Mangroves grow in intertidal zones of tropical and subtropical coastlines.
  2. They cannot survive in high salinity and oxygen-poor soils.
  3. The Sundarbans is the only mangrove forest inhabited by tigers.

Which of the above given statements is/are correct?

[A]. 1 only
[B]. 2 and 3 only
[C]. 1 and 3 only
[D]. 1, 2 and 3

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[4]. Recently, Mount Semeru, one of the most active volcanoes, erupted multiple times. Where is Mount Semeru located?

[A]. Indonesia
[B]. Japan
[C]. Philippines
[D]. Chile

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[5]. Recently, the Reserve Bank of India notified norms related to Credit Default Swaps (CDS) for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs). With reference to Credit Default Swaps, consider the following statements:

  1. It is a financial derivative used to transfer credit risk.
  2. It works like an insurance against bond default.
  3. It eliminates all risks associated with bond investments.

Which of the above given statements is/are correct?

[A]. 1 and 2 only
[B]. 2 and 3 only
[C]. 1 and 3 only
[D]. 1, 2 and 3

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