Current Affairs Questions and Answers (52)
Total Questions : 20
1.
In what location was the first underwater metro service in India launched?
2. Which state's Keyi Panyor, as reported in the press, became the 26th district?
3. Which state initiates the Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojna, as was recently reported in the news?
4. What will be the subject of the 2024 "National Horticultural Fair"?
5. At the "National Youth Parliament Festival 2024," who took home the top prize?
6. Which organization and the Ministry of Jal Shakti signed a contract to create an International Center of Excellence for Dams?
7. Which bank and the RBI recently signed an MoU to encourage the use of local currencies?
8. Which state/UT started Operation Kamdhenu, which was recently featured in the press, to stop cattle smuggling?
9. Which ministries jointly launched the recently reported School Soil Health Programme?
10. Which ministry is in charge of organizing Poshan Pakhwada, as reported in the news recently?
11. Which nation was given the esteemed "Measles and Rubella Champion" global award in recognition of its outstanding efforts to eradicate these illnesses?
12. In which state has Bichom been designated as the 27th district?
13. The "Agriculture Integrated Command and Control Center" was opened where?
14. On what day of the year is "CISF Raising Day" observed annually?
15. Which concept is the "Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain 2024" campaign centered around?
16. Which state began the Mahtari Vandana Yojana, as recently reported in the news?
17. Which state or UT carried out the mission for all-women maritime surveillance?
18. Which of the following missile systems is connected to Mission Divyastra, which was recently featured in the media?
19. Which ministry created the Revamped Pharmaceuticals Technology Upgradation Assistance (RPTUAS) Scheme, as reported in the news recently?
20. "Carmoisine, Tartrazine, and Rhodamine" are occasionally mentioned in the news. What are they?
An important development for India's infrastructure was the launch of the innovative underwater metro rail service in Kolkata by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The project intends t
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o improve connection between Howrah and Salt Lake and is a component of the Kolkata Metro's East-West corridor. The 10.8-kilometer East-West Metro route has both elevated and subterranean parts, totaling 5.75 kilometers, according to information released by the Ministry of Railways. This project represents a major step forward in the capital's urban development and transportation system for West Bengal.
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2. Which state's Keyi Panyor, as reported in the press, became the 26th district?
The 26th district of Arunachal Pradesh, Keyi Panyor, was created from Lower Subansiri, granting the Nyishi community's long-standing request. Its headquarters are designated as Ter
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Gapin-Sam Sarth. The district's establishment was praised by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who predicted a period of growth. Acknowledging its potential in horticulture and agriculture, Khandu promised government backing.
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3. Which state initiates the Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojna, as was recently reported in the news?
Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Sukhvinder Sukhu unveiled the "Indira Gandhi Pyari Behna Sukh Samman Nidhi Yojna," a ground-breaking program that empowers women between the ages
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of 18 and 60. A monthly stipend of ₹1,500 will be given to eligible beneficiaries, for an annual total of ₹800 crore. The program, which is expected to assist more than five lakh women, intends to give vital financial help, constituting a major advancement in the state's women's empowerment movement.
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4. What will be the subject of the 2024 "National Horticultural Fair"?
"Nextgen technology-led horticulture for sustainable development" is the main theme of IIHR's three-day National Horticulture Fair in Bengaluru. It highlights water conservation an
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d features cutting edge technologies such as digital horticulture, smart irrigation, and vertical farming. The event seeks to guarantee premium horticulture products and increase farmers' revenue. Notable recipients of awards for their achievements during the fair were 25 farmers, 5 from the North Eastern States, 4 entrepreneurs, 5 Food Processing Organizations, and 5 employees of Krishi Vigyan Kendra.
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5. At the "National Youth Parliament Festival 2024," who took home the top prize?
In 2024, Haryana's Yatin Bhaskar Duggal was victorious from the National Youth Parliament Festival. Tamil Nadu's Vaishna Pitchai took second place, while Rajasthan's Kanishka Sharm
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a took third place, demonstrating the wealth of talent and hard work across the country.
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6. Which organization and the Ministry of Jal Shakti signed a contract to create an International Center of Excellence for Dams?
In order to build the International Centre of Excellence for Dams (ICED), the Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bangalore have inked a 10-
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year Memorandum of Agreement (MoA). ICED will conduct research, give academic courses, and provide technical support with a focus on dam safety. A grant of 118.05 crore rupees, intended for infrastructure construction and upgrading, would be provided by the Ministry to the center. Ten years will pass during the MoA's term, or until the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) Phases II and III Scheme are finished, whichever comes first.
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7. Which bank and the RBI recently signed an MoU to encourage the use of local currencies?
In Mumbai, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Bank Indonesia (BI) inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to encourage cross-border transactions in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) and I
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ndian Rupee (INR). A framework for increasing the use of local currencies was formed by BI Governor Perry Warjiyo and RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das with the goal of improving trade, strengthening economic connections, and deepening financial integration between India and Indonesia.
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8. Which state/UT started Operation Kamdhenu, which was recently featured in the press, to stop cattle smuggling?
The Jammu and Kashmir police started Operation Kamdhenu in March 2024 in an effort to stop the smuggling of livestock. The operation's objective is to apprehend and examine the cat
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tle smuggling ringleaders. The operation employs a careful methodology, recording everything from cell numbers, Aadhar card details, and engine and chassis numbers of vehicles used in smuggling.
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9. Which ministries jointly launched the recently reported School Soil Health Programme?
The School Soil Health Programme was introduced in New Delhi by the Union Ministers for Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare. A pilot project was started in 20 rura
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l Kendriya and Navodaya Vidyalaya schools by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and the Department of School Education and Literacy working together. It included creating study guides, setting up soil labs, and training instructors and students. The program, which has already reached 1000 schools, encourages students to gather soil samples, test them in labs, and inform farmers using the Soil Health Cards that are developed.
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10. Which ministry is in charge of organizing Poshan Pakhwada, as reported in the news recently?
From March 9 to March 23, 2024, the Ministry of Women and Child Development organized Poshan Pakhwada, a 15-day campaign aimed at raising public awareness of women's health, nutrit
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ion, and dietary patterns, across the country. The program seeks to encourage public involvement and a group effort to highlight the importance of nutrition and promote better eating practices.
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11. Which nation was given the esteemed "Measles and Rubella Champion" global award in recognition of its outstanding efforts to eradicate these illnesses?
On March 6, 2024, India received the esteemed "Measles and Rubella Champion" title in recognition of its exceptional achievements in eradicating these diseases. At the American Red
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Cross headquarters in Washington, DC, Ambassador Sripriya Ranganathan accepted the award on behalf of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. India's resolute dedication to public health and preventing the spread of infectious diseases among children is demonstrated by the recognition it received from "The Measles and Rubella Partnership."
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12. In which state has Bichom been designated as the 27th district?
Chief Minister Pema Khandu officially opened Bichom, the 27th district of Arunachal Pradesh. The Arunachal Pradesh (Re-Organisation of Districts) (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which was
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approved by the state assembly in February, created the districts of Keyi Panyor and Bichom. A major turning point for the area, Bichom was formed by dividing West and East Kameng into 27 villages from West Kameng and 28 from East Kameng.
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13. The "Agriculture Integrated Command and Control Center" was opened where?
The Agriculture Integrated Command and Control Center was officially opened by Union Minister Arjun Munda at Krishi Bhawan in New Delhi. By providing essential information and serv
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ices, the project seeks to empower farmers and promote national self-reliance. Farmers will have access to current farm data to make well-informed decisions and solve issues facing the agriculture industry. The establishment of the center is a critical step in improving the sustainability and efficiency of the agriculture industry.
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14. On what day of the year is "CISF Raising Day" observed annually?
CISF Raising Day, observed on March 10 every year, honors the founding of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) under the Ministry of Home Affairs in 1969. Since its foundin
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g, the CISF—which was established by a Parliamentary Act—has grown from a small, multi-battalion security force to a formidable, highly experienced security force with specialized training.
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15. Which concept is the "Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain 2024" campaign centered around?
The fifth iteration of "Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain" was opened at the NDMC Convention Center in New Delhi by Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. T
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he ad, with the theme "Nari Shakti se Jal Shakti," emphasises the critical role that women play in water conservation. It was started under the National Water Mission and works with the Department of Sanitation and Drinking Water. Two publications that described the path toward a sustainable water future and the contributions of women to the Jal Jeevan Mission were also virtually launched.
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16. Which state began the Mahtari Vandana Yojana, as recently reported in the news?
The Mahtari Vandana Yojana was introduced in Chhattisgarh by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi with the goal of empowering women by giving them a direct benefit transfer of Rs 1000
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per month. In addition to encouraging economic independence and gender equality, the program targets eligible married women, including widows and divorced people, and highlights the crucial role that women play in families. This plan, which prioritizes inclusive support for women over 21 as of January 1, 2024, and financial stability for over 70 lakh women in Chhattisgarh, stands to help over 70 lakh women.
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17. Which state or UT carried out the mission for all-women maritime surveillance?
The Andaman & Nicobar Command held a historic all-women maritime surveillance operation to commemorate International Women's Day and the 40th anniversary of INAS 318. The crew, whi
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ch included Lt Cdr Divya Sharma, Lt Cdr Shubhangi Swaroop, and Lt Vaishali Mishra, demonstrated the critical role that women play in the Naval Air Arm. Because female officers oversaw the pre-flight briefing, weather briefing, medical check-up, and air traffic control, the event highlighted gender equality. The mission's accomplishment validates women's ability to carry out autonomous operational duties, highlighting their vital roles in the defense of the country.
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18. Which of the following missile systems is connected to Mission Divyastra, which was recently featured in the media?
On March 11, 2024, India successfully carried out the Agni-5 nuclear ballistic missile's first flight test as part of the DRDO-sponsored Made in India campaign. The MIRV technology
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in the domestically produced missile enables a single missile to deliver several warheads to various places. Agni-5, dubbed "Mission Divyastra" by Prime Minister Modi, is a revolutionary weapon since it can target several targets at once instead of just one, as is the case with conventional missiles that have a single payload.
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19. Which ministry created the Revamped Pharmaceuticals Technology Upgradation Assistance (RPTUAS) Scheme, as reported in the news recently?
The Revamped Pharmaceuticals Technology Upgradation Assistance Scheme was introduced by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers (RPTUAS). Pharmaceutical businesses can receive qu
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ality-based subsidies through the initiative in exchange for obtaining WHO-GMP and Revised Schedule M certifications. By encouraging adherence to WHO-GMP and Revised Schedule-M guidelines, the plan seeks to raise industry standards in the pharmaceutical sector and improve the safety and quality of pharmaceuticals produced domestically.
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20. "Carmoisine, Tartrazine, and Rhodamine" are occasionally mentioned in the news. What are they?
Because of health risks, the Karnataka government outlawed artificial coloring in "Gobi Manchurian" and cotton candy. Out of 171 Gobi Manchurian samples, 107 had harmful hues inclu
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ding sunset yellow and tartrazine in them. Out of 25 cotton candy samples, 15 had dangerous colors, such as the carcinogen Rhodamine-B. The minister underlined the risk, especially to children, and called for tough enforcement against the unauthorized use of such colors, stressing the potential for Rhodamine-B to cause cancer.
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