19.02.2025

1. APEDA was established under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare to promote the export of agricultural commodities.
2. The export of organic products from India is facilitated under the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP), which is implemented through APEDA.
3. All agricultural exports from India must be registered under APEDA for certification.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. Karnataka has secured the top position in the overall Devolution Index ranking.
2. The ranking is based on six key dimensions, including finances and accountability.
3. The report was prepared by NITI Aayog and the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. It hosts major global trade routes, with a significant portion of global oil trade passing through its waters.
2. It contains large reserves of critical minerals such as nickel, cobalt, and manganese in the Central Indian Ocean Basin (CIOB).
3. It is home to major naval bases and faces security threats like piracy and illegal fishing.
4. It is completely under the jurisdiction of coastal nations, with no part considered international waters.

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