Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment signed an agreement with the National Legal Services Authority to extend support and provide legal aid services to marginalized people across the country. The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) is an organization, constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The National Legal Services Authority provides free legal services to people in civil and criminal matters who are economically or otherwise disadvantaged. These services can include representation in court, payment of fees and preparation of legal documents. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

The Chief Justice of India is the patron-in-chief of NALSA, while the second senior most judge of the Supreme Court of India is the Executive Chairman. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Answer: A

Explanation:

Recently, KAZIND-2024 commenced at the Surya Foreign Training Node in Auli, Uttarakhand. KAZIND-2024 is the 8th edition of the India-Kazakhstan Joint Military Exercise. The exercise commenced on September 30, 2024, and will continue until October 13, 2024. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The main objectives of KAZIND-2024 are to strengthen military cooperation and focus on counter-terrorism, peacekeeping operations and humanitarian assistance during natural disasters. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

The exercise has been held annually since its inception in 2016, serving as a crucial platform for both nations to enhance tactical knowledge and coordination. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.

Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently, the Prime Minister of India has congratulated actor Mithun Chakraborty on being conferred the Dada Saheb Phalke award. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is the highest honour in Indian cinema and is presented annually at the National Film Awards ceremony. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

This award was first presented in 1969, with actress Devika Rani being its inaugural recipient. The award includes a Swarna Kamal (Golden Lotus) medallion, a shawl, a certificate, a silk roll, and a cash prize of INR 10 lakh. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released a consultation paper on “Formulating a Digital Radio Broadcast Policy for Private Radio Broadcasters”. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India is an autonomous regulatory body established under the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997. It regulates telecom services, tariffs and ensures fair competition in the telecom sector. Hence, statement I is correct.

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India consists of a Chairperson, up to two full-time members and up to two part-time members. They are appointed by the Central Government and serve a term of up to three years or until they turn 65, whichever comes first. Hence, statement II is correct.

Here, statements I and II both are correct and statement II is not the correct explanation for statement I. Hence option (b) is correct.

Answer: C

Explanation:

Amid recent reports of ‘cyber slavery,’ the telecom ministry plans to disconnect 2.17 crore mobile connections. Cyber slavery refers to individuals lured by job promises but coerced into illegal online work. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

Victims often have their passports confiscated upon arrival. Victims are involved in various digital scams, including investment fraud and online dating scams. Hence, statement 2 is correct.