(c) All three statements are correct
The Teesta River originates in the Himalayas and flows through the Indian states of Sikkim and West Bengal before entering Bangladesh. (1st statement is correct)
The Teesta River is a tributary of the Brahmaputra River and eventually empties into the Bay of Bengal. (2nd statement is correct)
The dispute primarily revolves around the equitable distribution of the river’s waters, especially during the dry season, to meet the agricultural and drinking water needs of both countries. Bangladesh currently receives a lower share of the Teesta River’s waters compared to India.
The Teesta Water Sharing Agreement was indeed negotiated in 2011 but has not been ratified by the Indian Parliament due to various political concerns and regional implications. (3rd statement is correct)

(b) Only two statement is correct (1st and 3rd)
The India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership indeed emphasizes enhancing cooperation in various sectors, including defense, trade, and technology. (1st statement is correct)
While discussions regarding a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) have taken place, the formal signing of the FTA occurred earlier, with the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA) signed in April 2022, not specifically tied to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. (2nd statement is incorrect)
The partnership aims to bolster collaboration in addressing global challenges, including climate change and promoting clean energy initiatives. (3rd statement is correct)

(a) Only one statement is correct (2nd)
“SANYUKT VIMOCHAN 2024” is not a joint exercise with neighboring countries but rather involves collaboration among various branches of the Indian Armed Forces. (1st statement is incorrect)
The primary objective of the exercise is to enhance interoperability and joint operational capabilities among different units of the Indian Armed Forces, focusing on modern warfare tactics. (2nd statement is correct)
The exercise does not focus exclusively on land warfare; it incorporates air and naval elements as well, addressing a comprehensive approach to joint military operations. (3rd statement is incorrect)

(a) Only one is incorrect (1st)
Statements 2 and 3 are correct
Multilateral Development Banks are institutions whose members include multiple developed and developing countries, which have to fulfill certain lending obligations to facilitate developmental objectives (Statement 1 is incorrect).
Multilateral development banks are subject to international law. They and other international financial institutions, such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF), originated in the waning days of World War II when the United States and its allies established the Bretton Woods institutions to rebuild war-ravaged nations and stabilize the post-war international financial system. The World Bank, which has been semi-officially dominated by the U.S. since its founding, is one of these institutions.
Unlike commercial banks, MDBs do not seek to maximize profits for their shareholders. Instead, they prioritize development goals, such as ending extreme poverty and reducing economic inequality. They often lend at low or no interest or provide grants to fund projects in infrastructure, energy, education, environmental sustainability, and other areas that promote development.

(b) Only two statements are correct (1st and 3rd)
The Multicentre Growth Reference Study (MGRS) was indeed conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) with the primary goal of developing growth standards for assessing the growth and development of infants and young children (Statement 1 is correct)
The primary aim of the MGRS was not to compare the growth patterns of children from different countries. Instead, it focused on establishing a universal reference for growth based on the optimal health, nutrition, and environmental conditions of children (Statement 2 is incorrect)
The study does provide growth references based on the growth of children who had optimal health, nutrition, and environmental conditions. This is crucial for ensuring that the growth standards are applicable across diverse populations (Statement 3 is correct).