1
Which plant species commonly known as Sikkim Sundari is found in the high altitude alpine zones of the Eastern Himalayas?
Explanation:
Rheum nobile also known as padamchal or Sikkim Sundari is found at elevations of 4000 to 4800 metres.
2
What is the distinctive morphological feature of Rheum nobile that allows it to survive extreme Himalayan conditions?
Explanation:
Its translucent bracts trap heat and protect flowers from freezing winds and ultraviolet radiation.
3
What is the reproductive strategy of Rheum nobile?
Explanation:
Rheum nobile is monocarpic and flowers only once before dying.
4
Which state formally opposed the UGC circular mandating a third language in higher educational institutions in January 2026?
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu reaffirmed its two language policy of Tamil and English.
5
When was the two language policy first formulated in Tamil Nadu?
Explanation:
The two language policy was formulated in 1968 by C N Annadurai.
6
Under which List of the Constitution does education fall?
Explanation:
Education falls under Entry 25 of the Concurrent List.
7
What is the Jamma Bane land tenure system primarily associated with which district?
Explanation:
Jamma Bane is prevalent in Kodagu district of Karnataka.
8
The Karnataka Land Revenue Second Amendment Act 2025 modernised records of which land tenure system?
Explanation:
The amendment updated records of Jamma Bane lands.
9
What is the Tankai method revived by INSV Kaundinya?
Explanation:
The Tankai method is a stitched shipbuilding technique using coir ropes.
10
INSV Kaundinya is associated with which Southeast Asian kingdom?
Explanation:
Kaundinya is linked with the founding of the Kingdom of Funan.
11
What is the conservation status of dugongs on the IUCN Red List?
Explanation:
Dugongs are classified as Vulnerable.
12
What was the theme of the 77th Republic Day 2026?
Explanation:
The theme was 150 Years of Vande Mataram.
13
How many Padma Awards were conferred in 2026?
Explanation:
A total of 131 Padma Awards were approved.
14
Which Article of the Constitution abolishes titles?
Explanation:
Article 18 abolishes titles except military and academic distinctions.
15
When was the Election Commission of India established?
Explanation:
The Election Commission was established on 25 January 1950.
16
What was the amount involved in the Tiger Global Flipkart stake sale case?
Explanation:
The case involved USD 1.6 billion.
17
What was India's total installed power capacity as of November 2025?
Explanation:
Installed capacity reached around 509 GW.
18
What is the range of the Long Range Anti Ship Hypersonic Missile?
Explanation:
The missile has a range of about 1500 km.
19
What frequency band was de licensed for indoor WiFi use?
Explanation:
The 5925 to 6425 MHz band was de licensed.
20
What was the total nature negative finance in 2023 according to UNEP?
Explanation:
UNEP reported USD 7.3 trillion.