4th July 2026

With reference to Vulture Conservation in India, consider the following statements:

1. White-rumped vultures are listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
2. While the veterinary use of Diclofenac caused historical population crashes, electrocution from uninsulated power transmission lines is a rising modern threat.
3. Radio telemetry data indicates that captive-bred vultures sometimes lose their wild instincts and seek out human settlements for food.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Fixed-Dose Combinations (FDCs):

1. FDCs are formulations containing two or more active drugs combined in a single pill or cream.
2. The unchecked proliferation of 'irrational' FDCs containing multiple antibiotics is a major driver of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).
3. Under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, the Central Government lacks the power to ban FDCs once they are approved by State Licensing Authorities.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the architectural heritage of Chandigarh, consider the following statements:

1. The Capitol Complex of Chandigarh is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
2. It is a prime example of post-independence modernist architecture, featuring exposed concrete and functional design.
3. The iconic 'Chandigarh Chair', recognized by its V-shaped compass legs, was primarily designed by British architect Edwin Lutyens.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding High Altitude Pseudo Satellites (HAPS):

1. They are manned aircraft that operate in the lower troposphere for rapid tactical combat deployment.
2. They operate in the stratosphere and can stay airborne for months to provide persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR).
3. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) recently granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the procurement of Fixed Wing HAPS for the Indian Air Force.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the administration of Ladakh and Constitutional provisions, consider the following statements:

1. Article 371 (A to J) of the Indian Constitution provides special provisions granting tailored autonomy to specific states.
2. The Central Government has recently agreed to grant full Statehood to Ladakh and include it under the 6th Schedule of the Constitution.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?