1. Recently IMD announced that India is likely to receive above-normal rainfall during the southwest monsoon. In this context, consider the following statements regarding 'Long Period Average (LPA) rainfall:

1. LPA of rainfall is the rainfall recorded over a particular region for a given interval (like month or season) average over a long period like 30 years, or 50 years.
2. This quantitative benchmark refers to the average rainfall recorded from a specific month or season for the entire country.
3. On an all-India scale, the IMD maintains only three rainfall distribution categories.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• Only one
• Only two
• Only three
• All Four

2. Consider the following statements regarding the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues:

1. The UNPFII serves as an advisory body to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
2. It focuses on indigenous issues related to economic and social development, culture, environment, education, health, and human rights.
3. The UNPFII is one of three UN bodies mandated to address Indigenous Peoples' issues.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• 1 and 3 only
• 3 only
• 2 and 3 only
• 1, 2 and 3

3. With reference to the ‘Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA)’ consider the following statements:

1. The TEPA is a pact designed to foster trade and investment opportunities between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
2. The TEPA spans 14 chapters, focusing on tariff concessions for Indian exports, enhancing access for IT professionals, and promoting investment and job creation.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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

4. Consider the following statements regarding 'Thiruvalluvar' an Indian poet and philosopher:

1. He is best known as the author of the 'Thirukkural' or 'Sacred Couplets'.
2. Thiruvalluvar, affectionately called Valluvar by Tamils, is revered as a cultural and moral icon across caste and religious lines.
3. He was a Hindu sage from Tamil Nadu with no affiliation to any other religion.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

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

5. With reference to ‘Hydrocarbons’ consider the following statements:

1. Hydrocarbons are naturally occurring and form the basis of crude oil, natural gas, coal, and other important energy sources.
2. They are highly combustible and produce carbon dioxide, water, and heat when they are burned.
3. The primary source of hydrocarbons in the rocky underground is called kerogen, which consists of lumps of organic matter.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

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