Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) urged the Finance Ministry to ensure fiscal austerity doesn't impede zero rating for exports, highlighting the need to increase the budget for the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products (RoDTEP) scheme.   Hence, statement 1 is correct.

The scheme was introduced in January 2021 to replace the Merchandise Exports from India Scheme (MEIS) and is intended to help exporters compete internationally, create jobs and contribute to economic growth. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

The scheme is notified by the Department of Commerce and is based on the classification of products at the 8-digit tariff heading level. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Answer: B

Explanation:

According to the Ministry of Textiles, cotton consumption by the textile industry in the current marketing season (October 2023 to September 2024) is one of the highest this decade. Cotton, is a semi-xerophyte and crucial commercial crop in India, contributing to approximately 25% of global cotton production. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

It is often referred to as "White-Gold" due to its economic importance in the country. Around 67% of India's cotton is cultivated in rain-fed areas, while 33% is grown in irrigated regions. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

India is the only country cultivating all four species of cotton: Gossypium arboreum, G. herbaceum, G. barbadense and G. hirsutum. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.

Answer: A

Explanation:

Potassium Cyanide can cause sudden death by inhibiting cellular respiration. Potassium cyanide (KCN) is a highly toxic chemical compound. It appears as a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water, forming a clear, colorless solution. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

It is known for its extreme toxicity, primarily due to its ability to interfere with cellular respiration by inhibiting the enzyme cytochrome c oxidase in mitochondria. It causes death by gradually arresting the supply of oxygen to the body’s cells. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for former Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and General Valery Gerasimov for alleged war crimes during Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The International Criminal Court is a permanent international tribunal that investigates, prosecutes and tries individuals accused of committing serious crimes.  Its mandate includes genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and the crime of aggression.  It was established by the 1998 Rome Statute and became effective in 2002 when the Statute came into force. Hence, statement I is correct.

It has four main organs: Presidency, Judicial Divisions, Office of the Prosecutor and Registry. The Presidency conducts external relations, coordinates judicial matters and oversees the Registry's administrative work. The Judicial Divisions have 18 judges elected by the Assembly of States Parties and serving a 9-year term. Hence, statement II is incorrect.

Here, statement I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect. Hence, option (c) is correct.

Answer: C

Explanation:

With the Opposition's increased strength in the Lok Sabha, its members are hopeful of securing the post of Deputy Speaker. Article 95(1) states the Deputy Speaker performs the duties of the Speaker if the post is vacant and has the same general powers when presiding over the House. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

Both the Speaker and Deputy Speaker must be appointed "as soon as may be" according to Article 93. Article 178 contains similar provisions for Speakers and Deputy Speakers in state Assemblies. Hence, statement 2 is correct.