1. Which of the following statements accurately describes the International Day of Democracy?

• A. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2008 to highlight the importance of democratic governance and participation.
• B. The day is celebrated annually on September 15 to mark the adoption of the Universal Declaration on Democracy by the Inter-Parliamentary Union in 1997.
• C. The day was first observed in 2007, with Qatar playing a leading role in its establishment.
• D. The International Day of Democracy was created to commemorate the end of colonial rule in many countries.

2. Consider the following statements regarding the BHASKAR platform:

1. BHASKAR is a digital platform launched under the Startup India program to centralize and enhance collaboration within India’s startup ecosystem.
2. The platform will assign unique BHASKAR IDs to each stakeholder to facilitate personalized interactions and enhance searchability.
3. BHASKAR will primarily focus on providing financial support and subsidies to startups at various stages of their growth.
4. The platform aims to serve as a centralized registry to offer startups access to resources, tools, and networking opportunities.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• 1 and 2
• 1 and 4
• 2 and 3
• 1, 2 and 4

3. Consider the following statements regarding Nidhi Companies:

1. A Nidhi Company must have at least 200 members within one year of its registration to comply with regulatory requirements.
2. The net owned funds of a Nidhi Company must be at least ?50 lakh to obtain and maintain its status.
3. Nidhi Companies are primarily regulated under the Companies Act, 2013, and the Nidhi Rules, 2014.
4. A Nidhi Company can undertake activities such as issuing debentures and underwriting insurance.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• 1 and 3
• 1 and 2
• 1 and 4
• 2 and 4

4. The pink bollworm (PBW) primarily spreads through:

• Water channels
• Air and infected crop residues
• Soil erosion
• Mechanical equipment

5. Which article of the Indian Constitution is directly related to preventive detention and ensures a fair process?

• Article 19
• Article 21
• Article 22(5)
• Article 15