Answer : B

Explanation : The NAC is a standardized framework designed to streamline and improve agricultural practices in India. It aims to provide a comprehensive guide for farmers, policymakers and stakeholders to enhance productivity, sustainability, and efficiency in agriculture.

• Statement 1 is incorrect as The NAC is divided into two parts the first part contains general principles applicable to all crops and the second part provides crop specific standards for paddy wheat oilseeds and pulses.
  o The NAC covers both pre harvest and post harvest operations including crop selection, land preparation, sowing , transplanting and post harvest processes..
• Statement 2 is correct as One of the key objectives of the NAC is to create a national agricultural code that considers factors like agro climatic zones and crop types to ensure tailored and effective agricultural practices.
  o The NAC aims to address horizontal aspects of agriculture such as SMART farming, use of technology and sustainability to guide the farming community in making informed decisions.

Answer : C

Explanation : The Toda tribe is an ancient and unusual tribe that resides dominantly in the Blue Mountains, also known as the Nilgiri Hills, which are spread across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. They belong to the Dravidian ethnic group and are primarily involved in cattle-rearing and dairy work. Hence, Option C is the correct answer.

Option A is not correct as Lambadas are a tribal group primarily found in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. They are also known as Banjara and are traditionally nomadic cattle herders.

Option B is not correct as Jarawas are an indigenous tribe found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. They have a unique culture and are known for their isolated lifestyle.

Option D is not correct as Gonds are one of the largest tribal groups in India, primarily found in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and parts of Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha. They have a rich cultural heritage and are known for their expertise in forest-based livelihoods.

Answer : B

Explanation : Australia leads with a larger share of global lithium production, primarily due to its hard-rock mining of spodumene, while Chile extracts lithium from brine deposits. Chile is a key player in the "Lithium Triangle" region of South America, which also includes Argentina and Bolivia.

Answer : D

Explanation : Kyanite, Sillimanite, and Andalusite are all polymorphs of aluminium silicate (Al₂SiO₅). They are important sources of aluminium, which is extracted from these minerals through industrial processes.

Answer : A

Explanation :
• Statement 1 is correct as Major ports in India are administered by the Central Government under the Major Port Authorities Act 2021 replacing the Indian Ports Act 1908. Minor ports are managed by the respective State Governments under the Indian Ports Act 1908.

• Statement 2 is incorrect as Kandla Port in Gujarat is a major port, but it is not known for handling the largest volume of cargo among all Indian ports. According to the Indian Ports Association, Mumbai Port and Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT) are among the busiest ports in India, handling a significant volume of cargo.