CURRENT AFFAIRS-57

Which architectural style characterizes the construction of Guruvayur Temple?

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the recent developments in the Middle East and South Asia?
1) The recent missile strikes between Iran and Pakistan highlight the escalating tensions between India and Afghanistan.
2) The dissident Baloch groups, with grievances against both Pakistan and Iran, intensify the security challenges for both Tehran and Rawalpindi.
3) Balochistan’s geopolitical significance stems solely from its location at the mouth of the oil-rich Gulf.
4) The attacks on Indian shipping in the Red Sea have prompted India to deploy ten warships for safeguarding its commercial interests.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Which of the following statements are correct regarding Iran’s involvement and the recent Middle East developments?
1) Iran denies direct control over its proxies, asserting they act independently, while expressing broad support for anti-Israel and anti-U.S. actions.
2) The missile strikes on Iraq, Syria, and Pakistan were in response to attacks carried out on Iranian soil or against Iranian targets.
3) The Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) in Iraq, backed by Iran, exclusively follow Tehran’s orders, aligning with its strategic goals.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the Chabahar port and India’s involvement?
1) Chabahar is Iran’s second deepwater port, strategically located at the entrance of the Persian Gulf.
2) India’s participation in the Chabahar project began in 2016 with the signing of a trilateral agreement involving Iran and Afghanistan.
3) The Chabahar port is part of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), facilitating multimodal transportation connecting the Indian Ocean to the Caspian Sea.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?