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Which of the following statements regarding global sea surface temperatures are correct?

• The average global sea surface temperature for February 2024 was the highest ever recorded since 1979, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service.
• El Niño, a weather pattern characterized by abnormal warming of surface waters in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, has contributed to the recent spike in ocean temperatures.
• The rise in global sea surface temperatures is solely attributed to natural climatic variations and not influenced by human activities.

How many if the above statements is/are correct?

Which of the following statements regarding the origin of the name “Oscar” for the Academy Awards is correct?

• The term “Oscar” was coined by Hollywood columnist Sidney Skolsky, who drew inspiration from vaudeville performances.
• Actress Bette Davis, upon receiving her Best Actress award in 1936, remarked that the statuette resembled her husband, Oscar Nelson, thereby popularizing the name.
• Margaret Herrick, the Academy’s first librarian, introduced the term “Oscar” after likening the statuette to her uncle during her inaugural encounter with it.

How many if the above statements is/are correct?

Which statement is correct regarding India’s Agni missile program and its recent advancements?

Which statement accurately describes the significance of the Agni-5 missile with MIRV technology?