Practice questions
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Which organisation signed an MoU with the state Tourism Department at the Hadoti Travel Mart?
- FICCI
- Hotel Federation of Rajasthan
- CII Rajasthan
- RIICO
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Answer: B. Hotel Federation of Rajasthan — The Tourism Department and the Hotel Federation of Rajasthan signed the MoU to promote tourism in Hadoti.
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Which ministry announced that Jaipur would host a regional AI Impact Conference?
- Ministry of Education
- NITI Aayog
- Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY)
- Ministry of Science and Technology
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Answer: C. Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) — MeitY announced the regional conference before the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
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The AI Impact Conference is based on which three themes?
- Peace, Prosperity, Progress
- People, Planet, Progress
- Policy, Power, People
- Planning, Production, Profit
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Answer: B. People, Planet, Progress — The three themes are People, Planet and Progress, with the seven pillars of the IndiaAI Mission.
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How many old labour laws were merged into the four new Labour Codes?
- 19
- 29
- 44
- 52
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Answer: B. 29 — Twenty-nine old labour laws were combined into four codes.
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The Regional Labour and Employment Conference of January 2026 in Jaipur was one of how many regional consultations?
- Four
- Five
- Eight
- Six
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Answer: D. Six — It was one of six regional consultations held across the country.
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Nagauri Ashwagandha received a GI tag. In which district is it grown?
- Jodhpur
- Nagaur
- Barmer
- Churu
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Answer: B. Nagaur — Nagauri Ashwagandha is grown in Nagaur district of the Marwar region.
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After Nagauri Ashwagandha, how many GI-tagged products does Rajasthan have?
- 18
- 20
- 25
- 22
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Answer: D. 22 — The total of GI-tagged products in Rajasthan rose to 22.
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Under which body does the Geographical Indications Registry work?
- CGPDTM
- NITI Aayog
- FSSAI
- APEDA
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Answer: A. CGPDTM — The GI Registry of the Commerce Ministry works under the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM).
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Bamanwas Kankar, the first fully organic-certified panchayat of Rajasthan, is in which district?
- Alwar
- Kotputli-Behror
- Jaipur
- Sikar
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Answer: B. Kotputli-Behror — Bamanwas Kankar panchayat is in Kotputli-Behror district.
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Bamanwas Kankar panchayat was certified under which standard?
- FSSAI norms
- AGMARK
- National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP)
- Bureau of Indian Standards
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Answer: C. National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) — NPOP is the standard under which the panchayat received organic certification.
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Where was the Chintan Shivir on the Indian wool sector held?
- Avikanagar, Tonk
- Bikaner
- Jodhpur
- Churu
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Answer: A. Avikanagar, Tonk — It was held at Avikanagar in Tonk, home of the Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute.
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Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary's eco-sensitive zone covers about how many square kilometres?
- 143
- 243
- 343
- 443
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Answer: B. 243 — The ESZ covers about 243 sq km and around 94 villages.
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The Kumbhalgarh eco-sensitive zone spreads over which three districts?
- Jodhpur, Pali, Sirohi
- Chittorgarh, Bhilwara, Ajmer
- Udaipur, Pali, Rajsamand
- Jaisalmer, Barmer, Jalore
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Answer: C. Udaipur, Pali, Rajsamand — Kumbhalgarh lies in the Aravalli range across Udaipur, Pali and Rajsamand.
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The ESZ around Kumbhalgarh was notified under which Act?
- Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
- Forest Conservation Act, 1980
- Air Act, 1981
- Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
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Answer: D. Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 — The notification was issued under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
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NITI Aayog's three circular economy reports were released at which event in Jaipur?
- IMRC 2026
- Rising Rajasthan
- Jaipur Literature Festival
- Global Investors Meet
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Answer: A. IMRC 2026 — They were released at IMRC 2026, the International Material Recycling Conference organised by MRAI.
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The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) was set up under which Act?
- Air Act, 1981
- CAQM Act, 2021
- NGT Act, 2010
- EP Act, 1986
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Answer: B. CAQM Act, 2021 — CAQM is a statutory body formed under the CAQM Act, 2021.
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The EOS-N1 satellite mission failed because of a fault in which stage of PSLV-C62?
- First stage (PS1)
- Second stage (PS2)
- Fourth stage (PS4)
- Third stage (PS3)
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Answer: D. Third stage (PS3) — A technical fault near the end of the third stage (PS3) stopped the satellite from reaching orbit.
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The BBNJ Agreement, which came into force on 7 January 2026, protects biodiversity of which area?
- Polar ice caps
- Tropical rainforests
- The high seas
- Coral islands
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Answer: C. The high seas — BBNJ is the first legally binding treaty for biodiversity in the high seas, beyond national jurisdiction.
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Which of the following is described as India's first fully digital census?
- Census 2011
- Census 2027
- Census 2021
- Census 2031
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Answer: B. Census 2027 — Census 2027 was notified on 8 January 2026 and will be fully digital.
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Which Indian shuttler won her 500th singles match on 22 January 2026?
- Saina Nehwal
- P. V. Sindhu
- Aakarshi Kashyap
- Treesa Jolly
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Answer: B. P. V. Sindhu — P. V. Sindhu became the first Indian and the sixth player in the world to reach 500 singles wins.
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Who released the Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework in January 2026?
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
- General Anil Chauhan
- Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi
- NSA Ajit Doval
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Answer: B. General Anil Chauhan — Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released the framework on 22 January 2026.
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Shubhanshu Shukla received the Ashok Chakra for his role in which space mission?
- Gaganyaan
- Chandrayaan-3
- Aditya-L1
- Axiom-4
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Answer: D. Axiom-4 — Shukla flew to the International Space Station on NASA's Axiom-4 mission.
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Who became the first foreign coach to receive a Padma Shri (posthumously) in 2026?
- Vladimir Mestvirishvili
- Gary Kirsten
- Craig Fulton
- Peter Gaston
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Answer: A. Vladimir Mestvirishvili — Georgian wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili received the honour posthumously.
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The LR-AShM displayed at the 2026 Republic Day parade is what type of missile?
- Ballistic missile defence interceptor
- Long-range hypersonic anti-ship glide missile
- Surface-to-air cruise missile
- Air-to-air missile
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Answer: B. Long-range hypersonic anti-ship glide missile — LR-AShM is a DRDO-made long-range anti-ship hypersonic glide missile with a range of about 500 km.
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The Supreme Court stayed the UGC Equity Regulations 2026 on which date?
- 3 January 2026
- 29 January 2026
- 1 February 2026
- 26 January 2026
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Answer: B. 29 January 2026 — The stay came on 29 January 2026; the regulations had come into force on 3 January.
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The Supreme Court brought menstrual health and hygiene under which Article of the Constitution?
- Article 14
- Article 19
- Article 21
- Article 32
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Answer: C. Article 21 — The Court held that menstrual health is part of the right to life under Article 21.
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Chandrayaan-4's landing site 'MM-4' lies in which area near the Moon's south pole?
- Shackleton crater
- Mare Imbrium
- Mons Mouton
- Tycho crater
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Answer: C. Mons Mouton — ISRO picked the MM-4 area of Mons Mouton for its gentle slope and long sunlight.
One-liner questions: fill in the blank
The Ministry of Electronics and IT (_____) announced that Jaipur will host a regional AI Impact Conference in January 2026, as a preparatory forum before the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
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Answer: MeitY
_____, grown in Nagaur district of the Marwar region, received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The GI shows its special quality and its link with the area.
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Answer: Nagauri Ashwagandha
With Nagauri Ashwagandha, Rajasthan now has _____. The list includes Bikaneri Bhujia, Makrana Marble and Kota Doria.
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Answer: 22 GI-tagged products
_____ panchayat in Kotputli-Behror district became the first fully organic-certified panchayat in Rajasthan and in north-western India. It was certified under the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP).
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Answer: Bamanwas Kankar
A _____ (brainstorming camp) on the Indian wool sector was held at Avikanagar, Tonk, by the Central Wool Development Board under the Textiles Ministry, with ICAR's Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute (CSWRI).
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Answer: Chintan Shivir
The Union Environment Ministry (_____) declared an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, covering about 243 sq km and around 94 villages in Udaipur, Pali and Rajsamand districts of the Aravalli range.
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Answer: MoEFCC
_____ released three reports on the circular economy, covering end-of-life vehicles (ELVs), used tyres, and e-waste with lithium-ion batteries, at the IMRC 2026 (International Material Recycling Conference) in Jaipur.
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Answer: NITI Aayog
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) reviewed the annual air pollution control action plans (_____) of Rajasthan districts that fall in the National Capital Region. CAQM is a statutory body set up under the CAQM Act, 2021.
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Answer: AAP
The _____ (Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction), the first legally binding treaty for the high seas, came into force on 7 January 2026. It was adopted under UNCLOS 1982 and covers waters outside any country's EEZ.
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Answer: BBNJ Agreement
A Regional Labour and Employment Conference_____Jaipur on 14–15 January 2026. It was one of six regional consultations across the country, attended by labour and industry secretaries of north-western states and Union Territories.
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Answer: was held in
Group Captain _____, who flew to the ISS on NASA's Axiom-4 mission, received the Ashok Chakra, India's highest peacetime gallantry award. He is the second Indian in space after Rakesh Sharma and will be part of Gaganyaan.
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Answer: Shubhanshu Shukla
The AI Impact Conference in Jaipur is built on three themes, _____, and on the seven pillars of the IndiaAI Mission. Its aim is to encourage the adoption of AI and new ideas.
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Answer: People, Planet and Progress
The Jaipur AI conference will focus on AI in government services, ethical rules for AI use, and _____ technology in city planning. It also aims to make Rajasthan a regional hub of AI innovation.
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Answer: digital twin
It was noted at the Jodhpur convention that India is now the _____ in the world, up from fifth, and is preparing to reach the third position.
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Answer: fourth-largest economy
GI tags are granted by the Government of India through the _____ of the Commerce Ministry, which works under the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM).
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Answer: Geographical Indications Registry
The organic shift in Bamanwas Kankar was started by local people, especially _____, worried about poor soil, falling groundwater and the health effects of chemical farming. The organisation COFED gave technical and market support.
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Answer: women farmers
The wool camp aimed to cut India's dependence on imported fine wool. It discussed strengthening the wool value chain, sustainable sheep rearing, research, marketing, branding, exports and more _____.
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Answer: Common Facility Centres (CFCs)
The Kumbhalgarh ESZ notification was issued under the _____. It creates a buffer between the forest and people living around it, to protect biodiversity and wildlife habitat.
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Answer: Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary is home to wildlife such as _____ and jungle cat, which adds to the importance of the eco-sensitive zone.
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Answer: nilgai, chinkara, Indian pangolin
IMRC 2026 was organised by the Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI), India's largest recycling industry body. The reports stress stronger _____ rules and better use of resources in large waste sectors.
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Answer: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
The reports note that rising sales of electric vehicles are increasing demand for lithium-ion batteries, so proper disposal at end of life is vital. This links to the _____ goal of low-waste, low-carbon growth.
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Answer: Viksit Bharat 2047
The CAQM review aims to reduce _____ (particles up to 2.5 micrometres) and PM10 (up to 10 micrometres). It looks at vehicle smoke, industry, construction and road dust, and burning of crop residue or waste.
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Answer: PM2.5
CAQM told NCR districts of Rajasthan to improve coordination, take preventive steps and strengthen real-time monitoring and reporting. The review also aligns with the _____.
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Answer: Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)
The United Nations declared _____ the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, to be led by the FAO on a proposal from Mongolia. The same year is also marked for women farmers and for volunteers for sustainable development.
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Answer: 2026
UAE President _____ made his third official visit to India. The two sides agreed to cooperate on large and small modular nuclear reactors, investment in Dholera SIR in Gujarat, space, and a strategic defence partnership.
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Answer: Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
First Abu Dhabi Bank and _____ will open offices in GIFT City, Gujarat, and a digital/data embassy will be set up. A 'House of India' will be built in Abu Dhabi to showcase Indian culture and heritage.
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Answer: DP World
Tennis great _____, who played for India at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, was honoured with a Padma Bhushan in the Padma Awards 2026.
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Answer: Vijay Amritraj
_____, Harmanpreet Kaur (captain of India's first women's ODI World Cup win) and hockey goalkeeper Savita Punia received the Padma Shri in sports.
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Answer: Rohit Sharma
Georgian wrestling coach _____ received a posthumous Padma Shri and became the first foreign coach to get this honour.
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Answer: Vladimir Mestvirishvili
In _____, the Supreme Court held that menstrual health and hygiene fall under Article 21. Girls in Classes 6–12 must get free sanitary napkins and separate hygiene corners in all schools.
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Answer: Dr Jaya Thakur vs Union of India
ISRO chose the _____ area of Mons Mouton, near the Moon's south pole, as the landing site for Chandrayaan-4. The spot has gentle slopes, flat ground and long sunlight, and was picked using old Chandrayaan-2 orbiter camera data.
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Answer: 'MM-4'
Home Minister _____ inaugurated the National IED Data Management System (NIDMS) of the NSG. It joins scattered explosive and terror-incident data in one place for the NIA, state police and central forces.
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Answer: Amit Shah
China's _____ province started the world's largest compressed-air energy storage (CAES) plant in a salt cavern. It can produce 600 MW and store 2,400 MWh, with about 70% efficiency and zero emissions.
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Answer: Jiangsu
The earth-observation satellite _____ was launched on PSLV-C62 from Sriharikota but failed to reach orbit because of a fault in the end of the third stage (PS3). It was the 64th PSLV mission, and ISRO is probing the cause.
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Answer: EOS-N1
Maduro was taken to _____ to face charges of drug trafficking, narco-terrorism, illegal weapons and corruption. The USA aims to restore its dominance in the Western Hemisphere, limit Chinese and Russian influence, and gain control of Venezuelan oil.
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Answer: New York
The world's first _____ opened in a cave under the ice at the Concordia Research Station (Dome C), Antarctica. Run by the Ice Memory Foundation, it stores glacier ice cores that preserve climate data.
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Answer: Mountain Ice Core Repository
_____ took the oath as the interim President of Venezuela on 5 January 2026, after Maduro was detained.
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Answer: Delcy Rodríguez
BBNJ talks began in _____, ended in March 2023, and the treaty took effect after 60 ratifications in September 2025. India signed it on 25 September 2024 but has not yet ratified; the Ministry of Earth Sciences is the nodal body.
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Answer: 2008
BBNJ has four pillars: fair sharing of _____, marine protected areas, mandatory environmental impact assessments for high-seas activities, and capacity building with technology transfer for developing countries. It supports SDG 14 (life below water).
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Answer: marine genetic resources
The Home Ministry notified _____ on 8 January 2026. It will be India's first fully digital census, with house-listing first (citizens can self-enter data online five days before) and caste data counted for the first time in the February 2027 population count.
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Answer: Census 2027
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