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With reference to the Startup definition notified by the DPIIT in 2026, consider the following statements:

  1. An entity shall be considered a Startup up to 15 years from the date of its incorporation.
  2. The turnover limit for a standard startup has been increased to ₹200 crore.
  3. For ‘Deep Tech Startups’, eligibility and turnover limit, both has decreased.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding New START (Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty).

  1. It is a multilateral treaty aimed at the total elimination of nuclear weapons globally.
  2. The New START Treaty provides a roadmap for the complete elimination of deployed strategic nuclear warheads by the end of its term.

Select the correct code.

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With reference to Sodium-ion (Na-ion) battery technology, consider the following statements:

  1. Unlike Lithium-ion batteries, Sodium-ion batteries can be safely transported and stored at zero volts.
  2. Sodium-ion batteries generally offer higher energy density per unit mass compared to Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) batteries.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

In reference to India-GCC trade, consider the following statements.

  1. Saudi Arabia is the largest trading partner of India in GCC.
  2. Import from GCC is double than exports to GCC.
  3. Presently, among the members of the Gulf Cooperation Council, only the UAE currently has a concluded and operational CEPA with India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

 With reference to 'Organ-on-a-Chip' technology, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements:

  1. It involves the use of microfluidic devices that contain living human cells.
  2. It can simulate the physiological response of an entire organ system.
  3. It is primarily used to eliminate the need for Phase III human clinical trials entirely.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Prelims is the most difficult phase. You really need to go much beyond your basic approach. 

The Answers are as below :

  • 1. (a)
  • 2. (d)
  • 3. (a)
  • 4. (b)
  • 5. (a)
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