Answer: C

Explanation:

• The Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius) is a rare, mountain-dwelling ungulate found only in the Western Ghats of India. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the montane grassland ecosystem.


• Due to habitat loss, climate change, and human disturbances, it is classified as ‘Vulnerable’ on the IUCN Red List. Conservation efforts, such as habitat restoration and population monitoring, are essential for its survival.


• The upcoming Joint Nilgiri Tahr Census (April 2025) by Kerala and Tamil Nadu aims to assess its population and aid in conservation planning.

Answer: D

Explanation:

An accommodative stance means a possibility of further rate cuts, not hikes. The RBI’s accommodative stance indicates a willingness to lower interest rates or maintain them at lower levels to support economic growth. This approach is adopted when inflation is under control, allowing the central bank to focus on boosting investment, consumption, and job creation. By shifting to an accommodative stance on April 9, 2025, along with a repo rate cut to 6%, the RBI signaled the possibility of further rate reductions if economic conditions require additional stimulus. However, this policy requires careful monitoring to prevent excessive inflation.

Answer: C

Explanation:

• Statement 1: Correct. PAI is based on 435 unique indicators (331 mandatory & 104 optional).


• Statement 2: Correct. The NIF (National Indicator Framework) ensures alignment with India’s SDG tracking system.


• Statement 3: Correct. PAI classifies Panchayats based on their scores into five performance categories.

Answer: B

Explanation:

Article V of GATT 1994 ensures that landlocked countries must be granted transit rights to facilitate trade. Transshipment refers to the process of transferring goods from one mode of transport to another before reaching the final destination. It is crucial for countries with limited direct shipping access, allowing them to use another nation's infrastructure for exports.

Since 2020, India provided a transshipment facility to Bangladesh, enabling its exports to reach destinations like Bhutan, Nepal, and Myanmar via Indian ports and airports. However, on April 8, 2025, India ended this facility, citing port congestion. This decision impacts Bangladesh’s garment industry and raises concerns about trade commitments under WTO rules. The move also reflects broader geopolitical and diplomatic complexities in India-Bangladesh relations.

Answer: C

Explanation:

• Statement 1: Correct. The Supreme Court ruled that the Governor cannot reject a Bill indefinitely.


• Statement 2: Correct. The Court prohibited the use of a pocket veto (delaying assent indefinitely).


• Statement 3: Correct. Once a Bill is reconsidered and re-passed, the Governor must grant assent.