06-08-2026 CA

With reference to the report “Reimagining Care: Strategies for Empowering Caregivers in Viksit Bharat@2047”, consider the following statements:

1. The report was released by NITI Aayog.
2. It recommends the creation of a National Caregiver Council.
3. It proposes a National Policy on Caregiving.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to World Breastfeeding Week 2026, consider the following statements:

1. It is observed every year from 1–7 August.
2. The 2026 theme is “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works.”
3. Colostrum is referred to as the baby's first natural vaccine.

How many of the above statements are correct?

[A] 
[B] 
[C] 
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Correct Answer: C [All three]

Explanation:

Consider the following statements regarding the Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak:

1. It is India's highest civilian life-saving award.
2. The 12 rat miners involved in the Silkyara Tunnel rescue were honoured with this award.
3. The award is given for conspicuous courage and self-sacrifice in saving human life.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the 9th edition of India Medical Device 2026:

1. It was organised by the Department of Pharmaceuticals in collaboration with FICCI.
2. The event was held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
3. The theme was “Towards Viksit Bharat: Advancing India as a Global Hub for Quality Medical Devices.”

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the 13th BRICS Education Ministers' Meeting (2026), consider the following statements:

1. It was held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
2. It was organised under India's BRICS Chairship 2026.
3. The Chairship theme was “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.”

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the African Swine Fever (ASF) vaccine developed in India, consider the following statements:

1. India's first indigenous ASF vaccine has been developed by ICAR–National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal.
2. The vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine based on the MA-104 cell line.
3. It is recommended for healthy pigs above 8 weeks of age.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the PM-PRANAM Scheme, consider the following statements:

1. PM-PRANAM aims to promote balanced fertilizer use and reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers.
2. States reducing fertilizer consumption receive 50% of the fertilizer subsidy saved as an incentive.
3. The scheme is being implemented from 2023–24 to 2025–26.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal:

1. The COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal 2026 was awarded to Annapurni Subramaniam.
2. The medal recognises scientists from developing countries for outstanding contributions to space research.
3. COSPAR is affiliated with the International Science Council (ISC) and the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (UN-COPUOS).

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the S8000 Banderol cruise missile, consider the following statements:

1. It has been developed by Russia.
2. It is a lightweight air-launched cruise missile designed for long-range precision strikes.
3. It can be launched from the Orion unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and the Mi-28 attack helicopter.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the Dikhow River, consider the following statements:

1. It is a left-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra River.
2. It originates in the Zunheboto district of Nagaland.
3. It flows through Sivasagar district in Assam before joining the Brahmaputra at Dikhowmukh.

Which of the statements given above are correct?