Answer: B

Explanation:

The Education Ministry has halted Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan funds to Delhi, Punjab and West Bengal due to their reluctance to join the Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM-SHRI) scheme. PM SHRI is a Centrally Sponsored scheme announced in 2022 with a ratio 60:40 cost split between the Union government and states/UTs. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect

Its objective is to provide high-quality inclusive education that caters to diverse backgrounds, multilingual needs and varying academic abilities. Its goal is to empower 14,500 schools across the country with 21st-century skills. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

PM SHRI emphasizes improved school infrastructure, early education, Green Schools, incorporating environment-friendly aspects, counseling and inclusive and holistic teaching methods, supporting extracurricular activities and language diversity. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Answer: C

Explanation:

The two-day-long Foundation and Technology Day of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) began in New Delhi yesterday on 15th of July. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research was established on 16 July 1929 as a registered society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. It is the apex body for coordinating, guiding and managing research and education in agriculture, including horticulture, fisheries and animal sciences across India. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research was formerly known as Imperial Council of Agricultural Research. It operates under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Government of India. It has played a pioneering role in ushering the Green Revolution in India. Hence, statement 2 and 3 is correct.

Answer: D

Explanation:

Recently, India released the first instalment of 2.5 million dollars to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) for Palestine refugees for the year 2024-25. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East is a United Nations agency that provides assistance and protection to Palestinian refugees. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The UN General Assembly established UNRWA in 1949 to offer direct relief and works programs for refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, the West Bank and Gaza. It provides education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure improvement, microfinance, and emergency assistance. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the Prime Minister of India inaugurated Indian Newspaper Society (INS) Towers in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The Indian Newspaper Society traces its origins to October 11, 1927, when it was initially established as The India, Burma & Ceylon Newspapers’ London Committee. It is an independent body that authenticates circulation figures of newspapers and periodicals in India, while also protecting and promoting press freedom. Hence, statement I is correct.

The organization was renamed the Indian & Eastern Newspaper Society (IENS) on October 4, 1935. The primary objective of the INS was to serve as a central body to promote and protect the common interests of newspapers in India, Burma and Ceylon. The Indian & Eastern Newspaper Society was officially formed on February 27, 1939, at a meeting held in Statesman House, New Delhi. The inauguration was chaired by Mr. Arthur Moore, the Editor of The Statesman. Hence, statement II is incorrect.

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the Supreme Court has directed the States/UTs and their High Courts for detailed reports on gram nyayalayas, which aim to provide swift and affordable justice in rural areas and ease the burden on local courts. Gram Nyayalayas are village courts established to provide speedy and easy access to justice in rural areas of India. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

These courts were established under the Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008, passed by the Parliament of India. The Constitution of India, under Article 39-A, mandates free legal aid to the poor and weaker sections of society to ensure justice for all. The jurisdiction of Gram Nyayalayas is specified by the State Government in consultation with the respective High Court. Hence, statement 2 is correct.