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The correct answer is Thyroxin hormone.

Key Points

• Thyroxin hormone is crucial for regulating the body’s metabolic processes, including carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism.
• Iodine is essential for the synthesis of thyroxin, and its deficiency can lead to thyroid-related disorders.
• The thyroid gland absorbs iodine from the bloodstream to produce thyroxin.
• Thyroxin, also known as T4, plays a critical role in growth, development, and metabolic activities.
• A balanced level of thyroxin is necessary for maintaining overall health and homeostasis.

Additional Information

• Thyroid Gland
• The thyroid gland is located in the neck and is responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism.
• It produces two primary hormones: thyroxin (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
• The secretion of thyroid hormones is regulated by the Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) produced by the pituitary gland.
• Iodine
• Iodine is a trace element that is crucial for the synthesis of thyroid hormones.
• It is commonly obtained from dietary sources such as iodized salt, seafood, and dairy products.
• Iodine deficiency can lead to goiter and hypothyroidism.
• Metabolism
• Metabolism refers to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life.
• It includes catabolic processes that break down molecules to produce energy and anabolic processes that build up molecules.
• Thyroid hormones play a pivotal role in regulating basal metabolic rate (BMR).
• Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism
• Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and depression.
• Hyperthyroidism is the overproduction of thyroid hormones, resulting in symptoms like weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and anxiety.
• Both conditions require medical intervention to restore hormonal balance.

According to the Section- 3 under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Rules, 2020, both central and state governments are responsible for the awareness generation and capacity building about POCSO.

Key PointsThe Central and State Government shall take all suitable measures to spread awareness about possible risks and vulnerabilities, signs of abuse, information about rights of children under the Act along with access to support and services available for children.

The Central Government, or as the case may be, the State Government shall prepare age-appropriate educational material and curriculum for children, informing them about various aspects of personal safety, including––

• measures to protect their physical, and virtual identity; and to safeguard their emotional and mental wellbeing;
• prevention and protection from sexual offences;
• reporting mechanisms, including Child helpline-1098 services;
• inculcating gender sensitivity, gender equality and gender equity for effective prevention of offences under the Act.

Hence, we can conclude that both central and state governments are responsible for the awareness generation and capacity building about POCSO.

The correct answer is Mizoram.

Key Points

Mizoram- Khuang

• Khuang is a Mizo indigenous instrument that has an important value in the Mizo society both socially as well as religiously.
• Khuang is made up of a Hollow tree wrapped with animal skin on both sides.

Additional Information

Assam- Gogona

• Gogona is a popular Assamese musical instrument.
• It is made up of Bamboo.

Jharkhand- Singa

• Singa is a traditional wind instrument from Jharkhand.
• Singa is made up of Bamboo and Buffalo Horn.

West Bengal- Dotara

• The dotara is one of the most important instruments used in various genres of folk music in Bengal and Assam.
• It is made up of hardwood like neem etc.

The correct answer is Mizoram.

Key Points

• As per the census 2011, Mizoram has the highest proportion of Scheduled Tribes in its population.
• The Indian Census is the most credible source of information on Demography (Population characteristics), Economic Activity, Literacy and Education, Housing Household Amenities, Urbanisation, Fertility and Mortality, etc.
• Census 2011 was the 15^th National Census of the Country.
• Census was introduced in India during the era of Lord Mayo in the year 1872. It came into force in 1881.
• This census was conducted under the guidance of Mr. C. Chandramouli.
• The slogan of census 2011 was ‘Our Census, Our future’.
• The population of the nation as per the provisional figures of Census 2011 was 1210.19 million of which 623.7 million (51.54%) were males and 586.46 million (48.46%) were females.

Additional Information

• According to the 2011 census, Uttar Pradesh had the lowest proportion of Scheduled Tribes (STs) in its population, with only 0.6% of its total population being STs.
• The states with the next lowest proportion of STs were: Tamil Nadu (1.1%), Bihar (1.3%), Kerala (1.5%), and Uttarakhand (2.9%).
• Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Puducherry had no ST population in 2011.

The correct answer is It was designed and built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL).

In News

• ‘Malwan’, the second of eight ASW SWC ships, was delivered by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) to the Indian Navy on March 31, 2026.

Key Points

• The ship is named after the coastal town of Malwan in Maharashtra, honoring the naval heritage of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
• It was built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi.
• The vessel features over 80% indigenous content, supporting the Aatmanirbharta in Defence initiative.
• Specifications & Capabilities
• Displacement - 1,100 tons (Shallow Water Craft, not a deep-sea destroyer).
• Propulsion - High-efficiency Waterjets for maneuverability.
• Roles - Anti-Submarine Warfare, Mine Warfare, and Low Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO).

Additional Information

• INS Malwan Legacy
• The new craft carries forward the name of a former Indian Naval Minesweeper that served until 2003.
• ASW SWC Project
• Objective - To replace the Abhay-class ASW corvettes and provide effective sub-surface surveillance in coastal waters.
• Armament
• Equipped with torpedoes, anti-submarine rockets, and advanced hull-mounted sonar.

The correct answer is Manipur.

• The Famous 'Sangai Festival' is an annual cultural festival organized by Manipur state of North-East India.

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Key Points 

• Sangai festival is an annual cultural festival organized by the Manipur Tourism Department every year from 21 to 30 November.
• The festival is named after the state animal 'Sangai' the brown antlered deer.
• Many folk dance performances like Bamboo dance, Maibi dance are performed.
• 'Ras Leela' is an important form of dance performance at the festival.

Additional Information

Important Points

All the major festivals celebrated in India:

The correct answer is the reverse repo rate.

• The rate at which the Reserve Bank of India takes loans from other banks is called the reverse repo rate.

Key Points

• Reverse Repo Rate:
• It is the rate, at which banks park short-term excess liquidity with the RBI.
• The current reverse repo rate is 3.35%

Additional Information

• Bank Rate:
• It is also called the rediscount rate.
• It is the rate, at which the RBI gives finance to commercial banks.
• Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR):
• The RBI (Amendment) Bill, 2006, empowers RBI to prescribe CRR–Cash that banks deposit with the RBI without any floor rate or ceiling rate.
• The current CRR rate is 4.5%.
• Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR):
• It is the ratio of liquid assets, which all commercial banks have to keep in the form of cash, gold, and unencumbered approved securities equal to not more than 40% of their total demand and time deposit liabilities (ranges is 25‑40%).
• The current SLR is 18.00%.
• ​Repo Rate:
• It is the rate, at which RBI lends short-term money to the bank against securities.
• Open Market Operations (OMOs):
• Under OMOs, the RBI sells G-securities in the market.

The correct answer is Lord Wavell.

Key Points

• Lord Wavell (1943-1947) served as the Viceroy of India during a crucial period of World War II and the lead-up to Indian independence, including the Bengal famine and the Quit India Movement.
• In 1945, Lord Wavell introduced the "Wavell Plan," proposing a reorganization of the Indian government to include more Indian representatives.
• The Shimla Conference was convened by Lord Wavell in an attempt to discuss India's political future and the formation of a new executive council that would include more Indian members.
• It was a key event in India's path to independence but ended unsuccessfully due to disagreements between the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League.

Additional Information

The Mission Indradhanush(an initiative of Govt. of India) is associated with immunisation.

• In December 2014, the Government of India initiated "Mission Indradhanush" to improve and reinvigorate the system and achieve full immunization coverage for both children and pregnant women at a rapid pace.
• On 8 October 2017, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched the Enhanced Mission Indradhanush.
• ​In 1978, the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, launched the immunization system in India as 'Expanded Immunization Programme' (EPI).
• The program was updated in 1985 as the 'Universal Immunization Programme' (UIP) to be introduced in a staggered manner by 1989-90 to include all districts in the country with one of the world's largest health programs.
• In the first year of their existence, UIP was able to completely immunize only 65% of Children.

The correct answer is Option A.

Key Points

• The Biopharma SHAKTI initiative announced in the Union Budget 2026–27 aims to strengthen India’s biopharmaceutical ecosystem, especially in biologics, biosimilars, research, and manufacturing.
• The initiative aims to strengthen India’s ecosystem for biopharmaceutical innovation, research, and manufacturing, including the production of biologics and biosimilars. Hence, Statement I is correct.
• The programme promotes advanced biopharmaceutical development such as vaccines, biologics, biosimilars, and clinical research infrastructure, supported by institutional and industry collaboration. Hence, Statement II is correct.
• The initiative does not focus on traditional herbal medicines or AYUSH exports. Instead, it focuses on modern biopharmaceutical technologies such as biologics, biosimilars, and advanced therapies. Hence, Statement III is incorrect.

Thus, Statements I and II are correct → Option A.

Additional Information

• Biopharma SHAKTI stands for BioPharma Strategy for Health Advancement through Knowledge, Technology and Innovation.
• The programme has an outlay of ₹10,000 crore over five years.
• It aims to make India a global hub for biologics and biosimilars manufacturing.
• The initiative includes strengthening research infrastructure, clinical trials, and pharmaceutical innovation ecosystems.