With reference to ‘Nature Solutions Finance Hub for Asia and the Pacific’, consider the following statements:

1. It was launched by UNDP on the sidelines of COP28.
2. It aims to attract investment programs that incorporate nature-based solutions, particularly focused on capital markets and other sources of private capital.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

The Kamchatka region was in the news due to a 6.6 magnitude earthquake. The region is part of:

Which country has decided to formally recognise the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan?

Which of the following states/U.Ts is set to take over Bitra island, an atoll, to make use of it for defence purposes?

The Han Guang drill is the biggest-ever military exercise conducted by:

With reference to the M23, consider the following statements:

1. This rebel group has been backed by Nigeria and Algeria.
2. They have signed a declaration of principles in Qatar to end decades-long fighting in eastern Congo.
3. The peace deal between M23 rebels has been facilitated by Russia.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following pairs:

UN Specialised Agencies                                                     : Headquarters

1. Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)              : Rome
2. International Labour Organisation (ILO)               : Geneva
3. International Monetary Fund (IMF)                         : New York

Which of the following are not correctly matched?

Which is the second largest inter-governmental organisation in the world after the United Nations?

With reference to the BRICS grouping, consider the following statements:

1. The New Development Bank established by BRICS aims to provide funding exclusively for BRICS member countries.

2. BRICS has created an alternative payment system called swift  to reduce reliance on Western-dominated systems.

3. The latest member to join BRICS is Saudi Arabia taking the total count of members to 10.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the UAE Golden Visa scheme 2025 :

1. Indian and Bangladeshi nationals can obtain lifetime UAE residency by paying a one-time fee without any investment in property or business.

2. The scheme is open to any applicant and does not require nomination by an authorised agency.

3. Citizens of China and Pakistan are also eligible under this pilot scheme.

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?