1.With reference to the film ANGH, recently in the news, consider the following statements:
ANGH is directed by filmmaker Theja Rio from Nagaland.
The film won the Platform Prize at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2026.
The film is based on the culture and history of the Konyak Naga community.
Winning the TIFF Platform Prize makes the film automatically an Oscar nominee in the International Feature Film category.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : a
Statement 1 — Correct:ANGH is the feature directorial debut of Theja Rio, a filmmaker from Nagaland.
Statement 2 — Correct: The film won the Platform Prize at TIFF 2026, becoming the first Indian film to win this award.
Statement 3 — Correct: Set in 1960s Nagaland, the film portrays the Konyak community and its cultural transformation.
Statement 4 — Incorrect: The award makes ANGHeligible for consideration in the 2027 Academy Awards' International Feature Film category; it does not automatically make the film an Oscar nominee.
2.Consider the following statements regarding the five extant species of rhinoceros:
The Greater One-horned Rhinoceros is found naturally in India and Nepal.
The Javan and Sumatran rhinoceroses are both native to Indonesia.
The Sumatran Rhinoceros is the only Asian rhinoceros species with two horns.
The Black Rhinoceros and White Rhinoceros are both native to Africa.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : c
Statement 1 — Correct: The Greater One-horned Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) occurs naturally in India and Nepal. It is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN.
Statement 2 — Correct: The Javan Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus) and Sumatran Rhinoceros (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis) survive in Indonesia. Both are Critically Endangered.
Statement 3 — Correct: The Sumatran rhino is the only Asian rhino with two horns.
Statement 4 — Correct: Africa has two surviving rhino species: the Black Rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis) and White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum)
3.With reference to India’s indigenous long-range One-Way Attack (OWA) drone ‘KAL’, consider the following statements:
KAL has been developed by the Noida-based private defence company IG Defence.
It is designed as a one-way attack drone, intended for precision strikes against designated targets.
It has a reported range of up to 1,000 km and an endurance of about 7–8 hours.
Its navigation architecture integrates multi-band GNSS with an Inertial Navigation System (INS).
It was successfully flight-tested at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : d
Statement 1 – Correct: KAL has been developed by IG Defence, a Noida-headquartered Indian defence technology company.
Statement 2 – Correct: KAL is a long-range One-Way Attack (OWA) drone, also described as a loitering munition. Unlike reusable UAVs, an OWA platform is designed to undertake a strike mission without returning for reuse.
Statement 3 – Correct: The company-reported specifications include a range of up to 1,000 km, endurance of 7–8 hours, and a payload capacity of up to 50 kg.
Statement 4 – Correct: KAL uses an integrated navigation architecture involving multi-band GNSS and INS, supporting autonomous navigation.
Statement 5 – Correct: KAL was successfully flight-tested at the Pokhran range in Rajasthan in September 2026, using a vehicle-mounted launch platform.
4.With reference to ‘Sowa Rigpa’, consider the following statements:
It is a traditional system of medicine predominantly associated with the Himalayan region.
The term ‘Sowa Rigpa’ means the “science of healing.”
In India, it is particularly practised in regions such as Ladakh, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh.
It is recognised as one of the systems of medicine under the AYUSH framework.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : d
Statement 1 – Correct:
Sowa Rigpa is an ancient traditional medical system associated with the Himalayan region, particularly Tibet and neighbouring Himalayan areas.
Statement 2 – Correct:
The term Sowa Rigpa is commonly translated as the “science of healing.”
Statement 3 – Correct:
In India, the system has a significant presence in Ladakh, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Himachal Pradesh, among other Himalayan areas.
Statement 4 – Correct:
Sowa Rigpa is recognised by the Government of India under the AYUSH system of traditional medicine.
5.With reference to the WorldSkills Competition, consider the following statements:
It is organised by WorldSkills International and focuses on excellence in vocational and technical skills.
India became a member of WorldSkills in 2007.
The competition is held every two years.
National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) leads India’s participation in the WorldSkills competitions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : d
Statement 1 – Correct: WorldSkills Competition is organised by WorldSkills International and provides a global platform for young skilled professionals to demonstrate vocational excellence across numerous skill areas.
Statement 2 – Correct:India joined WorldSkills in 2007. India’s member organisation is the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).
Statement 3 – Correct: The WorldSkills Competition is conducted once every two years. The 48th edition, WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, is being held from 22–27 September 2026.
Statement 4 – Correct:NSDC leads India’s participation in WorldSkills competitions. The IndiaSkills Competition serves as an important pathway for identifying and preparing Indian competitors for the international competition.
