Answer: A

Explanation:

The India Employment Report 2024 was unveiled by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the Institute of Human Development (IHD) recently. The report is the third in a series by the Institute for Human Development on labor and employment issues. It focuses on youth employment, education and skills and analyzes data from National Sample Surveys, Periodic Labor Force Surveys, and other sources from 2000 to 2023. According to the report, female labor market participation rate showed significant improvement since 2019, especially in rural areas. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

It examines changes in economic, labor market, educational and skills scenarios over two decades. The report highlights long-term deterioration in labor force participation and unemployment rates until 2019, followed by improvement. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.

Overall improvements in employment conditions between 2005 and 2022, although halted and reversed after 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Slow transition from agriculture to non-farm employment reversed post-2019, with a rise in agricultural employment. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.

Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently the Election Commission of India has introduced a cVIGIL App to keep close eye on election process. cVIGIL app, "Citizens' Vigilance" is an innovative mobile application developed by the Election Commission of India.  It serves as a platform for citizens to report and address violations of the model code of conduct during elections. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

Citizens can report incidents of political misconduct within minutes through the app, eliminating the need for physical visits to authorities. Upon submitting a complaint, citizens receive a unique ID to track the status of their complaint in real-time on their mobile devices. It empowers citizens to report violations promptly, with assurances of action within 100 minutes. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the Abel Prize of 2024 has been awarded to French mathematician Michael Talagrand for his outstanding work in probability theory and functional analysis, with significant applications in mathematical physics and statistics. The Abel Prize is a prestigious award for mathematics that recognizes groundbreaking scientific achievements.  It is awarded annually to one or more outstanding mathematicians by the King of Norway. It was established in 2003 by the Government of Norway and modelled after the Nobel Prizes, in honor of Niels Hendrik Abel, a renowned Norwegian mathematician. Recipients receive a cash prize of 9 million Norwegian kroner (approximately Rs 7 crore), making it one of the most prestigious awards in mathematics. Hence, option (c) is correct.

Answer: C

Explanation:

Recently, the hunger strike initiated by the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) in support of their four-point demands, including Statehood and Ladakh’s inclusion in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, began in Kargil. The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India provides for the administration of tribal areas in the northeastern states of Assam (North Cachar Hills District, the Karbi Anglong District and the Bodoland Territorial Areas District), Meghalaya (Khasi Hills District, Jaintia Hills District, the Garo Hills District), Tripura (Tripura Tribal Areas District) and Mizoram (The Chakma District, the Mara District and the Lai District). Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

It was passed by the Constituent Assembly in 1949 and is provided under Articles 244(2) and 275(1) of the Constitution. It contains provisions for the creation of Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) and Regional Councils (ARCs). Hence, statement 2 is correct.

It seeks to safeguard tribal land and resources, prohibiting their transfer to non-tribal individuals or communities, ensuring the preservation and promotion of their cultural and social identities. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.

The Governor of the State has the authority to determine the areas to be marked as administrative units of the Autonomous Districts and Autonomous Regions. Hence, statement 4 is incorrect.

Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently, a 900-year-old Kannada inscription from the Kalyana Chalukya dynasty has been found at Gangapuram, a temple Town in Telangana.The Chalukyas of Kalyani, also known as the Western Chalukyas, were a Kannadiga dynasty that ruled from the late 10th century to the end of the 12th century. Hence, statement I is correct.

The dynasty's most notable ruler was Vikramaditya VI, who ruled from 1076–1126 CE.  The Chalukyas of Kalyani were known for their art and architecture, including cave temples with mural paintings.  The temples are an example of the Vesara style, which is a combination of Dravida and Nagara styles. Hence, statement II is correct.

Here, statement II is the correct explanation of statement I, therefor option (b) is correct.