The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Oman.

The Indian Air Force successfully completed Exercise Eastern Bridge-7 with the Royal Air Force of Oman in Masirah. This exercise involved extensive training missions featuring Indian MiG-29 and Jaguar aircraft, alongside Omani F-16 and Hawk aircraft. The Defence Ministry stated that the exercise highlights the commitment of India and Oman to regional peace and security. It also emphasised that both forces demonstrated their ability to operate jointly in diverse scenarios, enhancing their preparedness to tackle emerging security challenges.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Ravichandran Ashwin.

India won the two-match test series against Bangladesh acquiring the top spot at the World Test Championship 2025 rankings. India had beaten Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the Kanpur Test match. India's ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was declared as the Player of the series.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Same-sex Taiwanese-Chinese couples.

Same-sex couples from Taiwan and China can now officially register their marriages in Taiwan, as of September 19, 2024, marking a historic recognition of cross-strait unions. Taiwan has consistently led the way in advancing LGBTQ rights in Asia, having achieved marriage equality in 2019, making it the first region in Asia to do so.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Primary.

• The main focus of India's First Five Year Plan, which was implemented from 1951 to 1956, was indeed on developing the primary sector, particularly agriculture.
• The plan aimed to increase agricultural productivity, improve irrigation facilities, and modernize farming techniques to achieve food self-sufficiency and alleviate rural poverty.

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. Part V.

• The organization, jurisdiction, powers, and procedures of the Supreme Court of India are dealt with in Part V, under Articles 124 to 147 of the Indian Constitution.
• Part V of the Indian Constitution is titled "The Union" and it includes provisions related to the Union Judiciary.
• The organization, jurisdiction, powers, and procedures of the Supreme Court of India are specifically detailed in Articles 124 to 147 within this part.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Citizens.

The citizens are the recipients of the Fundamental Duties. The 42nd amendment introduced the incorporation of Fundamental Duties into the Indian Constitution. Eleven Fundamental Duties for Indian Citizens were formulated mirroring moral, ethical, and cultural codes of conduct. These duties serve an educative purpose, guiding citizens to uphold virtuous and honorable behavior.

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. K.T. Shah.

The analogy that the Directive Principles of State Policy resemble a bank cheque payable at the bank's convenience was made by K.T. Shah. K.T. Shah, a member of the Constituent Assembly of India, criticized the non-justiciable nature of the Directive Principles, suggesting that they were promises that could be fulfilled at the government's discretion, rather than binding obligations. This analogy highlights the discretionary and aspirational nature of these principles in guiding state policy without providing enforceable rights.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Israel and Jordan.

• The Dead Sea is situated in the Jordan Rift Valley.
• This saltwater lake is surrounded on the east by Jordan and on the west by Israel and the West Bank.
• It is one of the saltiest bodies of water globally, with a salinity that allows people to float effortlessly.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Banihal Pass.

The Banihal Pass traverses the Pir Panjal Range at an elevation of 2832 meters above sea level, serving as a vital connection between the Kashmir Valley in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and the outer Himalayas and plains to the south. In Kashmiri, the term "Banihal" translates to blizzard.

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Hemis National Park.

Hemis National Park, located in the eastern Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir, is the largest national park in India by area, covering approximately 4,400 square kilometers. This high-altitude park is renowned for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife, including the elusive snow leopard, Tibetan wolf, and various species of Himalayan birds. Hemis National Park's unique cold desert ecosystem and cultural significance, with the Hemis Monastery located within its boundaries, make it a vital area for both conservation and heritage.