1. Q. Which of the following is NOT an objective of the newly approved guidelines by the University Grants Commission (UGC) for undergraduate degree completion?

• Enhancing flexibility in degree completion
• Offering a student-centric approach to higher education
• Introducing penalties for extended degree completion
• Aligning with global educational trends

2. Q. The Sanchi Stupa was commissioned by which of the following rulers?

• Chandragupta Maurya
• Harsha Vardhana
• Emperor Ashoka
• Samudragupta

3. Q. What is the main objective of the Global Engagement Scheme launched by the Ministry of Culture?

• To promote India’s political influence internationally
• To enhance India’s cultural image globally and foster bilateral cultural ties
• To provide scholarships for Indian students abroad
• To support India’s trade and business relations internationally

4. Q. The 13th National Seed Congress (NSC) highlighted the importance of which type of crops to combat malnutrition?

• High-yielding hybrid seeds
• Stress-tolerant crops
• Biofortified crops such as iron and zinc-enriched rice
• Genetically modified crops

5. Q. Which of the following is NOT a key mandate of the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission (PBC)?

• a) Coordinating resources and strategies for post-conflict recovery
• Promoting sustainable development and institution-building in conflict-affected countries
• Offering direct military intervention in conflict zones
• Ensuring better coordination and securing predictable financing for early recovery initiatives