1. In recent news, Kosovo achieved visa-free entry to the Schengen zone in Europe. In this context consider the following statements about the Schengen Zone:

1. Currently, the Schengen zone consists of 27 European countries.
2. Non-EU countries can not be a members of the Schengen zone.
3. The Schengen visa allows visitors to travel to any of the Schengen countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period, without the need for additional visas or permits.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• Only one
• Only two
• All three
• None of the above

2. Consider the following statements regarding the 'Sangam: Digital Twin' initiative which was recently introduced by the Department of Telecommunications:

1. It aims to transform infrastructure planning and design through innovation and the integration of advanced technologies.
2. This initiative is a call to action for public entities, infrastructure planners, tech giants, startups, and academia to break free from silos and engage in a Whole-of-Nation approach.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• 1 only
• 2 only
• Both 1 and 2
• None of the above

3. With reference to the Global Pulses Confederation (GPC) 2024, consider the following statements:

1. The Global Pulses Conference serves as a global representative body for the pulse industry.
2. The Global Pulses Conference, held annually, took place in New Delhi in 2024.
3. The headquarters of the Global Pulse Confederation (GPC) is in New Delhi.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• 1 Only
• 2 Only
• All three
• None of the above

4. The Coal Ministry recently hosted an event to promote coal/lignite gasification projects in India. In this context consider the following statements about coal gasification:

1. Coal gasification is a process that converts coal into a syngas
2. It offers the potential for cleaner and more efficient coal utilization.
3. As of now, there is no environmental impact of using this technology.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• 1 Only
• 1 and 2 only
• 1 and 3 only
• All of the above

5. A recent study suggests that the Gulf Stream could collapse by 2025. In this context, consider the following statements:

1. The Gulf Stream is a powerful warm ocean current that transports warm water from the Gulf of Mexico into the Atlantic Ocean.
2. It is caused by a large system of circular currents and powerful winds, called an oceanic gyre.
3. The Gulf Stream creates a cold climate in northwestern Europe.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• 1 and 2 only
• 3 Only
• 2 and 3 only
• All of the above