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The Correct answer is Option 4. 

Key Points

• In the Bihar Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, the Education Department received the highest allocation, amounting to ₹52,639 crore. Hence, option 4 is correct.
• Key Allocations:
• Education: ₹52,639 crore, reflecting the state's emphasis on improving educational infrastructure and quality.
• Home Department: ₹16,323.83 crore, allocated for maintaining law and order and enhancing public safety.
• Road Construction: ₹15,235.12 crore, aimed at developing and maintaining the state's road network.
• Health: ₹14,932 crore, dedicated to improving healthcare services and facilities.
• Rural Development: ₹14,296 crore, focused on uplifting rural areas through various development programs.
• These five departments collectively account for approximately 40.7% of the total budget outlay, underscoring the state's commitment to sectors crucial for socio-economic development.

The Correct answer is Option 2. 

Key PointsLet's analyze the groups of letters:

ORUX

• The first letter O is 15^th in the alphabet.
• The second letter R is 18^th.
• The third letter U is 21^st.
• The fourth letter X is 24^th.
• The difference between consecutive letters: 3, 3, 3.

PSVX

• The first letter P is 16^th.
• The second letter S is 19^th.
• The third letter V is 22^nd.
• The fourth letter X is 24^th.
• The difference between consecutive letters: 3, 3, 2.

CFIL

• The first letter C is 3^rd.
• The second letter F is 6^th.
• The third letter I is 9^th.
• The fourth letter L is 12^th.
• The difference between consecutive letters: 3, 3, 3.

JMPS

• The first letter J is 10^th.
• The second letter M is 13^th.
• The third letter P is 16^th.
• The fourth letter S is 19^th.
• The difference between consecutive letters: 3, 3, 3.

PSVX is different from all others in logic, Hence Correct answer is Option 2.

The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

Corundum and cryolite are important ores for the following:

• Corundum:
• Ore of: Aluminum (Al₂O₃).
• Details:
• It is a naturally occurring mineral of aluminum oxide.
• Known for its hardness, second only to diamond on the Mohs scale.
• Varieties of corundum include precious gemstones like ruby (red due to chromium impurities) and sapphire (various colors due to other impurities).
• Industrially, corundum is used as an abrasive.
• Cryolite:
• Ore of: Aluminum (Na₃AlF₆).
• Details:
• Cryolite is primarily used in the electrolytic reduction of aluminum in the Hall-Héroult process.
• It acts as a flux to lower the melting point of aluminum ore during electrolysis.
• Though it is no longer mined extensively (synthetic cryolite is often used), it was historically significant. Hence, option 1 is correct.

The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

• In March 2024, the Indian government, in consultation with the Election Commission, amended the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, to raise the minimum age for senior citizens eligible to vote by postal ballot from 80 years to 85 years. Hence, option 1 is correct.
• Key Details:
• Previous Eligibility: Senior citizens aged 80 years and above were eligible to vote by postal ballot.
• Revised Eligibility: As of March 2024, only those aged 85 years and above qualify for the postal ballot facility.
• Reason for Change: A review indicated that 97-98% of senior citizens aged above 80 preferred to vote in person rather than using the postal ballot facility. Consequently, the eligibility age was increased to optimize resources and accommodate those more likely to benefit from postal voting.

The Correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• Jharkhand:
• Jharkhand has some of the largest coal reserves in India.
• Major coalfields: Jharia, Bokaro, North Karanpura, and Daltonganj.
• Jharia is renowned for high-grade coking coal.
• Chhattisgarh:
• Chhattisgarh is a leading coal-producing state.
• Major coalfields: Korba, Hasdeo-Arand, and Mand-Raigarh.
• The state contributes significantly to India's thermal power generation.
• Odisha:
• Odisha has vast coal reserves and is a significant producer.
• Major coalfields: Talcher and IB Valley.
• Talcher is one of the largest coal-producing regions in the country.
• Summary:
• All three states—Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha—have major reserves of coal, making option 4) All the above the correct choice.

The Correct answer is Option 4. 

Key Points

• The two words incorporated in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution by the 42^nd Amendment Act, 1976 are:
• Socialist
• Secular
• 42^nd Amendment:
• Enacted in 1976 during the Emergency period under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
• Made significant changes to the Constitution, including amendments to the Preamble.
• Revised Preamble:
• Before the amendment: "Sovereign Democratic Republic."
• After the amendment: "Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic."
• Significance:
• Socialist:
• Reflects the commitment to reduce economic inequality and promote a welfare state.
• Ensures equitable distribution of wealth and resources.
• Secular:
• Indicates that the state has no official religion.
• Guarantees freedom of religion to all citizens and maintains equality among all religions.

The Correct answer is Option 4. 

Key Points

• In April 2024, members of the Shompen tribe, one of India's Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), exercised their democratic right to vote for the first time in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
• They cast their votes in the Andaman and Nicobar Lok Sabha constituency, which is the sole parliamentary seat for the Union Territory. Hence, option 4 is correct.
• Tribe: Shompen
• Location: Great Nicobar Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
• Event: First-time voting in the 2024 General Elections
• Constituency: Andaman and Nicobar Lok Sabha seat

The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

• The Per Capita Net State Domestic Product (NSDP) at current prices for Bihar in the fiscal year 2022-23, based on the 2011-12 base year, is estimated to be ₹54,111. Hence, option 1 is correct.
• This represents an increase from ₹47,498 in 2021-22, indicating a growth of approximately 13.9% over the previous year.
• Despite this growth, Bihar's per capita NSDP remains significantly below the national average. In 2022-23, the national per capita income at current prices was ₹1,72,276, making Bihar's per capita income about 31.4% of the national average.

The Correct answer is Option 4. 

Key Points

• In the Union Budget 2024, the government announced plans to develop the Vishnupad Temple Corridor in Gaya and the Mahabodhi Temple Corridor in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, aiming to transform them into world-class pilgrim and tourist destinations. Hence, option 4 is correct.
• Key Details:
• Vishnupad Temple: Located on the banks of the Phalgu River in Gaya, this ancient Hindu shrine is dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
• Mahabodhi Temple: Situated in Bodh Gaya, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is believed to be the place where Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.

The Correct answer is Option 3.

Key Points

• Khaksars:
• Founded by Inayatullah Mashriqui in 1931.
• It was a military-style organization focused on the independence movement and social reform.
• Socialist Party:
• Founded by Jayaprakash Narayan and others in 1934.
• It was a left-wing political party focused on social justice and equality.
• Independent Labour Party:
• Founded by B. R. Ambedkar in 1936.
• It focused on the rights of labor and social justice, particularly for Dalits.
• Forward Bloc:
• Founded by Subhash Chandra Bose in 1939 after he left the Indian National Congress.
• It was formed to unite anti-imperialist forces and to fight for complete independence.
• Correct Answer: I-b, II-c, III-d, IV-a