1. Phase-II of the UMMID Programme was launched to strengthen the management of:

A) Infectious diseases
B) Rare genetic and inherited disorders
C) Cardiovascular diseases
D) Mental health disorders

Answer: B) Rare genetic and inherited disorders

Explanation:
The UMMID Programme focuses on improving diagnosis, management, and treatment support for inherited and rare genetic disorders in India.

1. The proposed High-Powered Demography Mission primarily focuses on:

A) Increasing agricultural output
B) Improving tourism infrastructure
C) Addressing illegal immigration and border security
D) Promoting digital payments

Answer: C) Addressing illegal immigration and border security

Explanation:
The mission is aimed at strengthening border management, controlling illegal immigration, and maintaining demographic balance in sensitive regions.

1. The government proposed increasing the annual income eligibility limit for ration cards from ₹1.2 lakh to:

A) ₹1.8 lakh
B) ₹2 lakh
C) ₹2.5 lakh
D) ₹3 lakh

Answer: C) ₹2.5 lakh

Explanation:
The proposed increase aims to bring more families under welfare schemes and improve access to subsidized benefits.

1. The United Nations revised India’s GDP growth forecast for 2026 to:

A) 6.6%
B) 5.5%
C) 4%
D) 3.2%

Answer: C) 4%

Explanation:
The United Nations reduced India’s GDP growth forecast for 2026 from 6.6% to 4% due to global economic uncertainty and financial pressures.
Human Touch: Economic forecasts may change, but they remind countries to stay prepared for global challenges.

1. The Uttarakhand government announced a ₹450 crore ropeway project connecting Rishikesh to which temple?

A) Kedarnath Temple
B) Badrinath Temple
C) Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
D) Gangotri Temple

Answer: C) Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
Explanation: The ropeway will link Rishikesh with Neelkanth Mahadev Temple – a blessing for pilgrims and a boost to tourism.