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• Which one of the following statements best describes the Alfvénic or kink waves?

  • They are seismic waves generated in Earth’s mantle due to tectonic plate movement
  • They are magnetically driven plasma waves that travel along magnetic field lines in space and stellar atmospheres.
  • They are oceanic waves generated by underwater volcanic eruptions in the Pacific Ocean.
  • They are electromagnetic waves produced during nuclear fission reactions inside stars.

• With reference to the Agricola Medal, consider the following statements:

  1. It is awarded by the Food and Agriculture Organization in recognition of outstanding contributions to global agriculture and food security.
  2. Narender Modi has become the first Indian Prime Minister to be conferred this medal.

  Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • 1 only
  • 2 only
  • Both 1 and 2
  • Neither 1 nor 2

• Consider the following countries:

  1. Saudi Arabia
  2. Israel
  3. Jordan
  4. Turkey

  How many of the above countries are not the part of the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)?

  • Only one
  • Only two
  • All three
  • All four

• The Samara region, seen in the news recently, is located in?

  • Syria
  • Iran
  • Afghanistan
  • Russia

• Which one of the following rivers flow through the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve?

  • Son river
  • Ken river
  • Luni river
  • Chambal river