With reference to UPSC’s ‘Pratibha Setu’ platform (2025), consider the following statements: 1. It provides a structured recruitment portal for candidates who cleared all exam stages but were not finally selected. 2. The initiative covers aspirants from exams like CSE, IFoS, CAPF, IES, CDS, Medical Services, Geo-Scientist, and IES/ISS. 3. ‘Pratibha Setu’ is a completely new initiative launched in 2025, with no prior version or scheme. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• Statement 1 is correct: Pratibha Setu provides a second chance to over 10,000 high-performing candidates who cleared all exam stages but missed final selection, by connecting them with verified employers in government and private sectors. • Statement 2 is correct: The platform covers aspirants from multiple UPSC exams such as Civil Services (CSE), Indian Forest Service (IFoS), CAPF, Indian Engineering Services (IES), CDS, Medical Services, Geo-Scientist, and IES/ISS. • Statement 3 is incorrect: The initiative is not entirely new — it was earlier known as the Public Disclosure Scheme (since 2018), and has now been renamed and expanded as Pratibha Setu. Thus, the correct answer is (a) 1 and 2 only.