Answer: C

Explanation:

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das recently unveiled three major initiatives of the Reserve Bank of India, namely the Pravaah portal, Retail Direct Mobile App and a FinTech Repository. The Pravaah (Platform for Regulatory Application, Validation and Authorisation) portal is a secure and centralized web-based portal launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Hence, statement 1 is correct.

It facilitates individuals or entities to apply online for various regulatory approvals seamlessly. The portal aims to enhance the efficiency of various processes related to granting regulatory approvals and clearances by RBI. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

It provides a streamlined mechanism for seeking authorization, licenses or regulatory approvals. It contributes to regulatory transparency by providing a centralized platform for regulatory interactions with RBI. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Answer: B

Explanation:

Recently, the Indian Embassy in Muscat and the National Archives of India (NAI) successfully completed a first-of-its-kind project to archive historical documents of the Indian diaspora in Oman. The National Archives of India (NAI) was established on March 11, 1891 at Calcutta (now Kolkata) as the Imperial Record Department. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

It is the biggest archival repository in South Asia. It functions as the custodian of the country's archival heritage and is responsible for preserving, protecting and making accessible the records of enduring value to the nation. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

It houses a vast collection of historical records, including official documents, manuscripts, maps, photographs and audiovisual materials. It was transferred from Kolkata to New Delhi in 1911. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.

Answer: D

Explanation:

Recently, members of various farmers' organisations protested at the Tallakulam head post office in Madurai, condemning Kerala's plan to construct a new dam across Mullaperiyar. The Mullaperiyar Dam, a masonry gravity dam is located in Kerala. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

The dam is owned and operated by the state of Tamil Nadu under a lease agreement with the erstwhile princely state of Travancore. The lease agreement, signed in 1886, is a source of contention between Kerala and Tamil Nadu due to concerns over dam safety and water sharing. Hence, statement 2 is also incorrect.

Answer: A

Explanation:

Recently, a missile attack damaged a ship in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen. The Red Sea is a semi-enclosed tropical basin, located between Africa and Asia. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

The Red Sea is one of the saltiest bodies of water in the world. It is connected to the Mediterranean Sea through the Suez Canal in the north. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Answer: D

Explanation:

Recently, India and Libya discussed various aspects to strengthen their bilateral relations. Libya is a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa. Libya shares its borders with Egypt (East), Algeria (West), the Mediterranean Sea (North), Chad (South), Sudan (Southeast), Niger (Southwest) and Tunisia (Northwest). It also shares maritime borders with Greece, Italy and Malta (North). Tripoli is the capital of Libya. The highest point in Libya is Bikku Bitti, also known as Bette Peak. Libya possesses vast oil reserves and is a significant exporter of crude oil. Hence, option (d) is correct.