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Daily-mcqs 21 Feb 2026
Q1:
With reference to the Naneghat Caves, consider the following statements: 1. They date back to the 1st century BCE. 2. They contain inscriptions in Kharosthi script. 3. They were located along an important ancient trade route. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: The caves date to the 1st century BCE, during the Satavahana period.
Statement 2 – Incorrect: The inscriptions are in Brahmi script, not Kharosthi (which was used mainly in northwest India).
Statement 3 – Correct: Naneghat was a vital trade corridor linking the Deccan plateau with western coastal ports like Sopara and Kalyan.
Q2:
Consider the following pairs: Cave Site Notable Feature 1. Ajanta Padmapani Bodhisattva painting 2. Elephanta Kailashnatha Temple 3. Badami Hari-Hara sculpture Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: B
Explanation:
Pair 1 – Correct: Ajanta contains the famous Padmapani Bodhisattva painting.
Pair 2 – Incorrect: Kailashnatha Temple is in Ellora, not Elephanta.
Pair 3 – Correct: Badami caves feature Hari-Hara (combined Shiva-Vishnu form).
Q3:
1. It is an AI-enabled digital advisory platform for farmers. 2. It integrates AgriStack and ICAR’s package of practices. 3. It is implemented by NITI Aayog under the Digital India Mission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?With reference to Bharat-VISTAAR, consider the following statements:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: Bharat-VISTAAR is an AI-driven digital platform providing customized agricultural advisory services.
Statement 2 – Correct: It integrates AgriStack and the ICAR knowledge base for scientific recommendations.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: It was launched by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, not NITI Aayog.
Q4:
1. It is a multilateral initiative focusing on resilient supply chains for AI and semiconductor technologies. 2. It was launched to promote climate finance cooperation among developing countries. 3. It emphasises collaboration among trusted partners in critical minerals and advanced technologies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?With reference to the Pax Silica initiaves, consider the following statements:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 1 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: Pax Silica focuses on AI infrastructure, semiconductor manufacturing, and supply chain resilience.
Statement 2 – Incorrect: It is not related to climate finance; it is a technology and supply chain security initiative.
Statement 3 – Correct: It promotes cooperation among “trusted partners” in critical minerals and advanced tech sectors.
Q5:
1. Biosimilars are identical chemical copies of small-molecule drugs. 2. They are highly similar to already approved biologic drugs with no clinically meaningful differences in safety and efficacy. 3. Development of biosimilars requires advanced biotechnology and clinical validation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?With reference to biosimilars, consider the following statements:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Incorrect: Identical copies of small-molecule drugs are called generics, not biosimilars.
Statement 2 – Correct: Biosimilars are highly similar to approved biologics without clinically meaningful differences.
Statement 3 – Correct: Their development involves cell-line engineering, biologic manufacturing, and clinical trials, making them more complex than generics.
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