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Q1. Consider the following statements about the Classical Dances of India:
i) India has eight classical dances recognized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi deeply rooted in ancient texts like the Natya Shastra.
ii) Bharatanatyam is characterized by sharp, rhythmic footwork and expressive hand gestures (mudras), while Kathak is known for its graceful spins, fast foot movements, and strong influence from both Hindu and Mughal traditions.
iii) All classical dances of India are performed only by female artists and there is no storytelling or dramatic elements.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- Statement 1 is correct. There are eight officially recognized classical dances in India. Each dance form has developed in a specific region and draws its foundational principles from the Natya Shastra, the ancient treatise on dramaturgy and performing arts. Statement 2 is correct. Bharatanatyam features precise footwork (nritta), intricate facial expressions, and a rich vocabulary of mudras. Kathak is famous for its chakkars (spins), complex rhythmic patterns, and a unique blend of Hindu devotional themes with Persian and Mughal court influences. Statement 3 is incorrect. This statement is wrong. Classical dances are performed by both male and female artists. Many forms (such as Kathakali, Kuchipudi, and Sattriya) have strong dramatic and storytelling elements. While spirituality is an important theme, the dances also depict stories from epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata, and some include secular or expressive narratives
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Q2. Which of the following ministries releases the Periodic Labour Force Survey?
- Periodic Labour Force Survey is released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation which maps employment, unemployment and income date.
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Q3. Consider the following statements about NIA Courts in India:
i) NIA Courts are special courts established under the National Investigation Agency Act to exclusively handle cases related to terrorism, national security threats, and other scheduled offences investigated by the NIA.
ii) These courts are set up by the Central Government in consultation with the respective State Governments and function with the same powers as a regular sessions court, including the authority to take cognizance of cases directly.
iii) All trials in NIA Courts are conducted in open public hearings with mandatory media coverage, and there is no provision for holding proceedings in-camera even in sensitive cases.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- Statement 1 is correct. NIA Courts were created specifically to ensure speedy and effective trials of serious offences like terrorism, smuggling of arms, fake currency, cyber terrorism, and other crimes that threaten India's sovereignty and security. These are the designated courts for cases probed by the National Investigation Agency. Statement 2 is correct. The Central Government notifies and establishes NIA Courts after consulting with the concerned State Government. Once designated, an NIA Court has all the powers of a regular court of session. It can take direct cognizance of the offences listed in the NIA Act without the case needing to go through a magistrate first. Statement 3 is incorrect. This is the wrong statement. NIA Courts have the legal provision to hold trials in-camera (behind closed doors) in sensitive matters where public hearing could compromise national security, endanger witnesses, or affect the investigation. Media coverage is also often restricted in such cases.
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Q4. Consider the following statement regarding air conditioners.
i) A non-inverter AC uses a fixed speed compressor, running at full speed until room reaches the set temperature, after which it shuts down.
ii) An inverter AC regulates the compressor speed gradually which reduces the stress in the system and decreases risks of AC blast.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- Statement 1 is correct. A non-inverter AC uses a fixed speed compressor, running at full speed until room reaches the set temperature, after which it shuts down. Statement 2 is correct. An inverter AC regulates the compressor speed gradually which reduces the stress in the system and decreases risks of AC blast.
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Q5. I am a river in Northeast India originating in the eastern Himalayas and flowing through the Arunachal Pradesh before entering Assam and eventually merging with the Brahmaputra River. I am commonly known as the “River of Blood” due to high iron content and suspended sediments. Which river is being talked about?
- Lohit river in Northeast India originates in the eastern Himalayas and flows through the Arunachal Pradesh before entering Assam and then eventually merging with the Brahmaputra River. It is commonly known as the “River of Blood” due to high iron content and suspended sediments.