1. Consider the following statements regarding the Nagara style of Temple Architecture in which Ayodhya’s Ram temple is being built:

1. Nagara Style or Nagara architectural style is a style of temple architecture, which is popular mostly in South India.
2. In the Nagara style, the garbhagriha or sanctum sanctorum is always located directly below the highest Sikhara.
3. The Nagara-style temples flourished during the Mauryan dynasty.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

• Only 1
• Only 2
• All Three
• None of the above

2. With reference to Khelo India Youth Games 2023, consider the following statements:

1. This is the 6th edition of the Khelo India Youth Games.
2. This edition is being hosted by Madhya Pradesh.
3. Archery, athletics, badminton, and squash have been introduced first time in this edition.
4. The mascot, 'Veera Mangai,' pays tribute to Rani Velu Nachiyar, an Indian queen who courageously resisted British colonial rule.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

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

3. The central govt. has introduced the "Guidelines for Registration and Regulation of Coaching Center 2024". In this context consider the following statements:

1. Coaching centres are prohibited from making false/misleading promises or guarantees regarding ranks or marks.
2. Students below the age of 16 are not permitted to enrol, and entry is allowed only after the completion of secondary school examinations.
3. In case of mid-course withdrawals, a pro-rata refund is mandated within 10 days.
4. Currently, there is no penalty for violation of these rules.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• 2 and 3 Only
• 1, 2 and 4 only
• 1, 2 and 3 only
• 1 and 4 only

4. Consider the following statements regarding "Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD)":

1. It comes under the administration of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. It was set up to identify the needs and problems of the police in the country.
3. It has also been entrusted with the responsibility of anchoring and coordinating the work of the National Police Mission.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• 3 Only
• 2 and 3 only
• 1 and 2 only
• All of the above

5. Recently, India has announced a new alliance for global good, gender equity, and equality at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. Consider the following statements in this context:

1. The primary objective of this Alliance is to bring together global best practices, knowledge sharing and investments in the identified areas  of women’s health, education, and enterprise.
2. This alliance is supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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