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• Each question carries 2 marks.

GS Paper: GS III | Indian Economy

Question 1.

With reference to rooftop solar energy and electricity grid stability, consider the following statements:

1. Solar photovoltaic systems generate direct current electricity, which is converted into alternating current using inverters.
2. Non-dispatchable renewable energy sources can always be increased or reduced on demand by grid operators.
3. Low-voltage and frequency ride-through settings help solar inverters remain connected during certain grid disturbances.
4. Simultaneous disconnection of a large number of rooftop solar systems can affect grid frequency.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 1, 3 and 4 only

C. 2and  3only

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 2.

GS Paper: GS II | International Relations

With reference to the Partners for Multilateralism (P4M), consider the following statements:

1. It seeks to strengthen international cooperation through open, fair, equitable and inclusive approaches.
2. India is among the co-sponsors of the initiative.
3. The initiative seeks to replace the United Nations with a new international organisation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Question 3.

GS Paper: GS II | Polity and Governance

With reference to the Protected Area Permit (PAP) and Inner Line Permit (ILP), consider the following statements:

1. The Protected Area Permit regime regulates the entry of foreign nationals into designated sensitive areas.
2. The Inner Line Permit is applicable to Indian citizens visiting certain protected regions.
3. Both PAP and ILP were introduced under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3