1. Why was the blindfold removed in the new statue of Lady Justice in the Supreme Court?

• To emphasize that justice must be impartial, not blind.
• To symbolize the judicial independence from external pressures.
• To show that the Indian judiciary no longer needs to reflect colonial influences.
• Both A and C.

2. What is the primary purpose of the Alinity m MPXV Assay as approved by WHO?

• To treat Mpox through antiviral medication
• To detect the monkeypox virus (MPXV) DNA in skin lesion swabs
• To monitor the progression of smallpox
• To determine the geographical origin of Mpox outbreaks

3. What is the primary ecological role of fungi in ecosystems?

• They act as the main producers of oxygen.
• They are involved in decomposition and nutrient recycling.
• They primarily produce food for animals.
• They are the only organisms capable of fixing nitrogen in soils.

4. Which Ministry organizes the National Water Awards?

• Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
• Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation
• Ministry of Urban Affairs
• Ministry of Rural Development

5. What is the primary use of the Izdeliye 305 (LMUR) missile?

• To target and destroy aircraft
• To target and destroy armored vehicles, fortifications, pillboxes, and watercraft
• To target and destroy nuclear facilities
• To target and destroy satellites