1. Q. The PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme has been launched with the aim of:

• Providing merit-based scholarships to students from economically weaker sections.
• Offering financial assistance to meritorious students for pursuing higher education.
• Facilitating loans for students to study abroad.
• Providing financial aid exclusively for postgraduate courses

2. Q. What is the "Peshwai" during the Maha Kumbh Mela?

• A sacred prayer ritual performed at dawn.
• A grand procession with Akharas on elephants, horses, and chariots.
• A fasting ceremony by pilgrims.
• A dance and music performance.

3. Q. The main objective of the 21st India-US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was to:

• Increase trade relations between India and the US
• Strengthen defence ties between India and the US
• Negotiate on climate change initiatives
• Discuss economic sanctions on China

4. Q. Which of the following cities is at heightened risk due to sea-level rise and storm surges, as per the World Cities Report 2024?

• Cities located in low coastal areas, under 5 meters above sea level
• Cities in the Amazon Basin
• Cities in high-altitude regions
• Cities along the Great Wall of China

5. Q. Okinawicius tekdi, a newly discovered species, belongs to which family of spiders?

• Araneidae
• Salticidae
• Theridiidae
• Lycosidae