June 2024 Current Affairs Quiz (With MCQ PDF)

Find the June 2024 Current Affairs Quiz with answers. Test your knowledge of the important events and developments that took place throughout the month. 

This Current Affairs Quiz of June Month 2024 features carefully selected multiple-choice questions covering topics like politics, economics, sports, science, and more. Whether you’re preparing for competitive exams or want to stay informed, this quiz offers a comprehensive review of June 2024’s significant happenings. 

June 2024 Current Affairs Quiz

1. What does PRAGATI-2024 stand for?

A. Program for Ayurvedic Research and Global Advancements in Technology and Innovation
B. Pharma Research in AyurGyan And Techno Innovation
C. Project for Advancing Ayurvedic Science and Technological Integration
D. Provisional Research Assistance for Global Ayurvedic Techniques and Innovations

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Correct Answer: B) Pharma Research in AyurGyan And Techno Innovation

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2. What is the aim of the “Djibouti Friendly Mosquito Programme”?

A. To increase the population of mosquitoes in Djibouti
B. To eradicate all mosquitoes from Djibouti
C. To fight against the spread of Anopheles Stephensi using genetically modified mosquitoes
D. To introduce genetically modified mosquitoes for agricultural purposes

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Correct Answer: C) To fight against the spread of Anopheles Stephensi using genetically modified mosquitoes

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3. Which disease is the “Djibouti Friendly Mosquito Programme” primarily targeting?

A. Dengue fever
B. Malaria
C. Zika virus
D. Chikungunya

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Correct Answer: B) Malaria

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4. What is the specific type of mosquito being targeted in Djibouti?

A. Aedes aegypti
B. Anopheles gambiae
C. Anopheles Stephensi
D. Culex pipiens

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Correct Answer: C) Anopheles Stephensi

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5. What is the purpose of WHO’s 1st Investment Round?

A. To finance research for new medical treatments
B. To fund infrastructure development in member countries
C. To mobilize resources for WHO’s “Health for All” mandate
D. To support educational initiatives for healthcare professionals

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Correct Answer: C) To mobilize resources for WHO’s “Health for All” mandate

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6. Who is developing India’s 1st Quantum Diamond Microchip Imager?

A. Tata Motors
B. Tata Consultancy Services
C. Tata Steel
D. Tata Power

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Correct Answer: B) Tata Consultancy Services

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7. Which space agency conducted the Magellan Mission?

A. European Space Agency
B. Russian Federal Space Agency
C. China National Space Administration
D. National Aeronautics and Space Administration

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Correct Answer: D) National Aeronautics and Space Administration

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8. When was the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) established?

A. 2020
B. 2021
C. 2022
D. 2023

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Correct Answer: A) 2020

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9. Which three countries have recently recognized the State of Palestine?

A. France, Italy, and Germany
B. Norway, Spain, and Ireland
C. Australia, Canada, and New Zealand
D. Japan, South Korea, and China

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Correct Answer: B) Norway, Spain, and Ireland

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10. With the addition of Norway, Spain, and Ireland, how many countries have recognized the State of Palestine?

A. 135
B. 140
C. 145
D. 150

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Correct Answer: C) 145

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11. Where are the Senkaku Islands located?

A. South China Sea
B. East China Sea
C. Sea of Japan
D. Philippine Sea

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Answer: B) East China Sea

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12. Which of the following is NOT one of the islands comprising the Senkaku Islands group?

A. Uotsuri Island
B. Kuba Island
C. Taisho Island
D. Hachijojima Island

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Answer: D) Hachijojima Island

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13. Which start-up launched the world’s first 3D-printed rocket?

A. ISRO
B. SpaceX
C. Agnikul Cosmos
D. Blue Origin

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Answer: C) Agnikul Cosmos

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14. What is the name of the rocket launched by Agnikul Cosmos?

A. Agnikul-1
B. AgniV
C. Agnibaan
D. Agni-II

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Answer: C) Agnibaan

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15. What is the purpose of a “Living Will”?

A. To designate a beneficiary for one’s estate
B. To outline funeral arrangements
C. To provide explicit instructions for medical treatment in advance
D. To appoint a guardian for minors

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Answer: C) To provide explicit instructions for medical treatment in advance

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16. In which case did the Supreme Court of India rule that a person in a persistent vegetative state can opt for passive euthanasia?

A. Aruna Shanbaug vs. Union of India
B. Common Cause vs. Union of India
C. Gian Kaur vs. State of Punjab
D. P. Rathinam vs. Union of India

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Answer: B) Common Cause vs. Union of India

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17. What is the Colombo Process?

A. An international trade agreement
B. A regional consultative process
C. A humanitarian aid organization
D. A political coalition

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Answer: B) A regional consultative process

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18. What is the primary purpose of the Colombo Process?

A. Promoting regional security
B. Facilitating cultural exchange
C. Discussing environmental issues
D. Exchanging best practices on overseas employment

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Answer: D) Exchanging best practices on overseas employment

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19. How many member states are part of the Colombo Process?

A. 8 states
B. 10 states
C. 12 states
D. 15 states

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Answer: C) 12 states

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20. Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Colombo Process?

A. China
B. Japan
C. Vietnam
D. Pakistan

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Answer: B) Japan

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21. Which country has become the Chair of the Colombo Process for the first time in 2023?

A. Bangladesh
B. India
C. Sri Lanka
D. Thailand

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Answer: B) India

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22. Who became the first former American president to be convicted of felony crimes?

A. Barack Obama
B. George W. Bush
C. Donald Trump
D. Bill Clinton

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Answer: C) Donald Trump

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23. Which state received the highest FDI inflows in India during the fiscal year 2023-24?

A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu

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Answer: B) Maharashtra

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24. Which country was the top source of foreign inflows into India in FY 2023-24?

A. USA
B. Netherlands
C. Singapore
D. China

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Answer: C) Singapore

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25. According to the data, which sector received the highest FDI in FY 2023-24?

A. Telecommunications
B. Construction Activities
C. Service Sector
D. Automobile Industry

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Answer: C) Service Sector

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26. What is India’s rank in wheat production globally?

A. 1st
B. 2nd
C. 3rd
D. 4th

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Answer: B) 2nd

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27. What type of crop is wheat?

A. Kharif crop
B. Rabi crop
C. Zaid crop
D. Summer crop

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Answer: B) Rabi crop

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28. Which three countries are the top wheat producers in the world?

A. India, United States, Brazil
B. China, India, Russia
C. United States, Russia, Canada
D. Brazil, China, India

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Answer: B) China, India, Russia

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29. Which states are the top three wheat producers in India?

A. Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu
B. Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab
C. Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha
D. Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana

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Answer: B) Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab

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30. When was the Food Corporation of India established?

A. 1950
B. 1965
C. 1974
D. 1980

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Answer: B) 1965

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31. Where is the headquarters of the Food Corporation of India located?

A. Mumbai
B. Delhi
C. Chennai
D. Kolkata

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Answer: C) Chennai

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32. Who is the current minister overseeing the Food Corporation of India?

A. Narendra Singh Tomar
B. Piyush Goyal
C. Smriti Irani
D. Nitin Gadkari

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Answer: B) Piyush Goyal

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33. When is World No Tobacco Day observed?

A. 1st May
B. 15th May
C. 31st May
D. 1st June

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Answer: C) 31st May

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34. Which country is the second-largest tobacco producer in the world, following China?

A. Brazil
B. India
C. United States
D. Indonesia

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Answer: B) India

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35. After Brazil, which country is the second-largest exporter of tobacco?

A. China
B. United States
C. India
D. Indonesia

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Answer: C) India

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36. Which of the following states in India is NOT a major tobacco-producing state?

A. Gujarat
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Kerala

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Answer: D) Kerala

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37. After China, which country has the highest number of tobacco consumers?

A. United States
B. India
C. Indonesia
D. Brazil

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Answer: B) India

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38. What percentage of the world’s smokeless tobacco users does India account for?

A. 50%
B. 66%
C. 75%
D. 90%

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Answer: B) 66%

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39. According to a study by WHO, what percentage of India’s GDP is lost due to diseases and early deaths from tobacco use?

A. 0.5%
B. 1%
C. 2%
D. 5%

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Answer: B) 1%

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40. To whom was the Dag Hammarskjöld Medal presented posthumously by the UN?

A. Dag Hammarskjöld
B. Naik Dhananjay Kumar Singh
C. An Indian diplomat
D. A UN peacekeeping officer

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Answer: B) Naik Dhananjay Kumar Singh

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41. Who was Dag Hammarskjöld?

A. A Nobel laureate in literature
B. A former Secretary-General of the United Nations
C. A renowned peace activist from India
D. A leading figure in international law

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Answer: B) A former Secretary-General of the United Nations

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42. Which institution has been awarded the Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion for 2024?

A. World Health Organization (WHO)
B. National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)
C. National Health Service (NHS)
D. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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Answer: B) National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)

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43. When was the Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion established?

A. 2000
B. 2010
C. 2019
D. 2024

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Answer: C) 2019

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44. What is “Tele MANAS”?

A. A mental health awareness campaign
B. A medical research institute
C. A national tele mental health helpline
D. A government health program

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Answer: C) A national tele mental health helpline

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45. When was “Tele MANAS” launched?

A. 2010
B. 2019
C. 2022
D. 2024

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Answer: C) 2022

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46. What is the Hoolock Gibbon?

A. India’s only monkey species
B. India’s only ape species
C. India’s only bear species
D. India’s only big cat species

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Answer: B) India’s only ape species

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47. Where was the 12th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO) held in 2022?

A. New York
B. Geneva
C. Tokyo
D. Paris

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Answer: B) Geneva

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48. What decision did WTO members approve at the 12th Ministerial Conference regarding humanitarian food purchases?

A. Imposing export restrictions on humanitarian food purchases
B. Exempting humanitarian food purchases from import restrictions
C. Exempting humanitarian food purchases from export restrictions
D. Imposing tariffs on humanitarian food purchases

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Answer: C) Exempting humanitarian food purchases from export restrictions

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49. When was the World Food Programme (WFP) established?

A. 1945
B. 1954
C. 1961
D. 1973

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Answer: C) 1961

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50. Which country is the largest exporter of rice globally?

A. China
B. India
C. Thailand
D. Vietnam

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Answer: B) India

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51. What percentage of global rice exports does India account for?

A. 20%
B. 30%
C. 45%
D. 60%

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Answer: C) 45%

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52. Which Indian state is the highest rice-producing state?

A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Punjab
C. West Bengal
D. Tamil Nadu

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Answer: C) West Bengal

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53. When did the OECD come into force?

A. 1945
B. 1953
C. 1961
D. 1975

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Answer: C) 1961

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54. How many countries are members of the OECD?

A. 20
B. 30
C. 38
D. 50

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Answer: C) 38

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55. Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the OECD?

A. India
B. United States
C. Germany
D. France

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Answer: A) India

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56. What is the primary objective of the OECD?

A. Promoting global security
B. Enhancing cultural exchange
C. Fostering economic growth and improving social well-being
D. Protecting the environment

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Answer: C) Fostering economic growth and improving social well-being

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57. Where is the headquarters of the OECD located?

A. Washington D.C., USA
B. London, UK
C. Geneva, Switzerland
D. Paris, France

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Answer: D) Paris, France

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58. Who is the Manufacturer of K-9 Vajra?

A. Bharat Electronics Limited
B. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
C. Larsen & Toubro
D. Tata Group

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Answer: C) Larsen & Toubro

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59. What is the primary objective of the EarthCARE Mission?

A. Studying ocean currents
B. Measuring atmospheric temperature
C. Understanding the influence of clouds on climate
D. Monitoring volcanic activity

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Answer: C) Understanding the influence of clouds on climate

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60. Which space agencies are involved in the EarthCARE mission?

A. NASA and ESA
B. ESA and JAXA
C. NASA and JAXA
D. ESA and ROSCOSMOS

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Answer: B) ESA and JAXA

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61. What does the acronym EarthCARE stand for?

A. Earth Climate Assessment and Research Expedition
B. Earth Clouds and Radiation Experiment
C. Earth Climate Analysis and Resource Evaluation
D. Earth Cloud, Aerosol and Radiation Explorer

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Answer: D) Earth Cloud, Aerosol and Radiation Explorer

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62. What type of missile system is RudraM – II?

A. Air-to-Air Missile
B. Air-to-Surface Missile
C. Surface-to-Air Missile
D. Surface-to-Surface Missile

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Answer: B) Air-to-Surface Missile

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63.Who developed RudraM – II missile system?

A. Indian Space Research Organisation
B. Defence Research and Development Organisation
C. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
D. Indian Navy

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Answer: B) Defence Research and Development Organisation

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64. What is the name of the world’s 1st Wooden Satellite?

A. LignoSat
B. WoodSat
C. EcoSat
D. BioSat

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Answer: A) LignoSat

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65. Who developed the LignoSat?

A. NASA
B. SpaceX
C. Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry Co.
D. European Space Agency (ESA)

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Answer: C) Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry Co.

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66. What is the name of the world’s first rocket with a fully 3D-printed engine?

A. Agniveer
B. Agnibaan
C. PreFire
D. Agnikul

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Answer: B) Agnibaan

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67. Which organization’s startup developed the Agnibaan rocket with a 3D-printed engine?

A. Indian Space Research Organisation
B. Defence Research and Development Organisation
C. Agnikul Cosmos
D. IIT Madras

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Answer: C) Agnikul Cosmos

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68. How much funding was announced by CDRI for Small Island Developing States (SIDS)?

A. $5 million
B. $8 million
C. $10 million
D. $15 million

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Answer: B) $8 million

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69. Where was the United Nations 4th International Conference on SIDS held?

A. Barbados
B. Jamaica
C. Antigua and Barbuda
D. Bahamas

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Answer: C) Antigua and Barbuda

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70. What type of missile is the Iris – T?

A. Short-range surface-to-air missile
B. Short-range air-to-air cruise missile
C. Long-range surface-to-surface missile
D. Long-range air-to-air missile

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Answer: B) Short-range air-to-air cruise missile

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71. Who built the Iris – T missile?

A. Airbus
B. Boeing
C. Dielh BGT Defence
D. Lockheed Martin

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Answer: C) Dielh BGT Defence

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72. Which country’s armed forces lost the Iris – T missile?

A. Norway
B. Germany
C. Spain
D. Greece

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Answer: B) Germany

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73. What type of naval vessel is INS Shivalik?

A. Aircraft carrier
B. Submarine
C. Frigate
D. Destroyer

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Answer: C) Frigate

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74. Who built INS Shivalik?

A. Indian Space Research Organisation
B. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
C. Mazagon Dock Limited
D. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers

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Answer: C) Mazagon Dock Limited

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75. Where is the Vivekananda Rock Memorial located?

A. Mumbai, Maharashtra
B. Kolkata, West Bengal
C. Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu
D. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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Answer: C) Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu

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76. What is the name of the Chinese spacecraft that landed on the far side of the Moon?

A. Chang’e-3
B. Chang’e-4
C. Chang’e-5
D. Chang’e-6

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Answer: B) Chang’e-4

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77. What is the launch vehicle used for the Chang’e-6 mission?

A. Falcon 9
B. Long March-5 Rocket
C. Soyuz
D. Ariane 5

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Answer: B) Long March-5 Rocket

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78. When was OPEC formed?

A. 1950
B. 1960
C. 1970
D. 1980

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Answer: B) 1960

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79. What is the primary aim of OPEC?

A. To promote renewable energy sources
B. To coordinate oil production targets
C. To regulate natural gas markets
D. To support coal mining industries

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Answer: B) To coordinate oil production targets to stabilize prices and ensure supply for consumers

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80. How many countries are members of OPEC?

A. 8
B. 10
C. 12
D. 15

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Answer: C) 12

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81. Where was OPEC created?

A. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
B. Tehran, Iran
C. Baghdad, Iraq
D. Caracas, Venezuela

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Answer: C) Baghdad, Iraq

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82. What did a recent study discover about the ancient Nile River?

A. It has shifted its course drastically over time
B. It has dried up completely in certain regions
C. It had an additional branch that is now buried under modern landscapes
D. It used to flow in the opposite direction

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Answer: C) It had an additional branch that is now buried under modern landscapes

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83. What is the name of the discovered ancient Nile River branch?

A. Ahramat Branch
B. Giza Channel
C. Lisht River
D. Nile Extension

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Answer: A) Ahramat Branch

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84. Which country is the origin of the Nile River?

A. Ethiopia
B. Burundi
C. Egypt
D. Sudan

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Answer: B) Burundi

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85. Where does the Nile River empty into?

A. Red Sea
B. Indian Ocean
C. Atlantic Ocean
D. Mediterranean Sea

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Answer: D) Mediterranean Sea

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86. What is the Nile River often referred to as?

A. Mother of African Rivers
B. Son of African Rivers
C. Father of African Rivers
D. Daughter of African Rivers

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Answer: C) Father of African Rivers

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87. How many countries does the Nile River traverse?

A. 5
B. 7
C. 10
D. 12

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Answer: C) 10

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88. Which country is the largest producer of millets in the world?

A. China
B. India
C. United States
D. Brazil

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Answer: B) India

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89. Which international organization spearheaded the UN General Assembly Resolution for declaring the year 2023 as the “International Year of Millets”?

A. Food and Agriculture Organization
B. World Health Organization
C. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
D. World Trade Organization

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Answer: A) Food and Agriculture Organization

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90. When is National Organ Donation Day designated in India?

A. November 27
B. October 31
C. December 25
D. January 1

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Answer: A) November 27

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91. Which organization works under the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, for organ and tissue transplantation in India?

A. National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW)
B. National Organ & Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO)
C. National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC)
D. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

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Answer: B) National Organ & Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO)

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92. Where did the Inaugural United Nations Global Supply Chain Forum take place?

A. Geneva
B. New York
C. Barbados
D. Saudi Arabia

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Answer: C) Barbados

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93. Who hosted the Inaugural United Nations Global Supply Chain Forum?

A. UN Trade and Development
B. UN Economic and Social Council
C. UN Industrial Development Organization
D. UN Environment Programme

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Answer: A) UN Trade and Development

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94. What is the objective of UNCTAD?

A. To promote global peace and security
B. To address climate change and environmental issues
C. To assist developing countries in integrating into the global economy
D. To provide humanitarian aid in crisis situations

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Answer: C) To assist developing countries in integrating into the global economy

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95. When was UNCTAD established?

A. 1945
B. 1955
C. 1964
D. 1975

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Answer: C) 1964

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96. Where is the next forum of the United Nations Global Supply Chain Forum set to take place?

A. Barbados
B. Saudi Arabia
C. Geneva
D. New York

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Answer: B) Saudi Arabia

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97. Abu Musa Island is claimed by which two countries?

A. Iran and Saudi Arabia
B. Iran and Qatar
C. Iran and UAE
D. Iran and Oman

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Answer: C) Iran and UAE

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98. What is the main objective of the Global Soil Partnership (GSP)?

A. To promote sustainable agriculture practices
B. To improve and maintain the health of the world’s soils
C. To address water pollution
D. To combat deforestation

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Answer: B) To improve and maintain the health of the world’s soils

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99. When was the Global Soil Partnership (GSP) established?

A. 2005
B. 2010
C. 2012
D. 2015

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Answer: C) 2012

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100. Who hosts the Plenary Sessions of the Global Soil Partnership (GSP)?

A. United Nations Environment Programme
B. Food and Agriculture Organization
C. World Health Organization
D. United Nations Development Programme

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Answer: B) Food and Agriculture Organization

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101. What is the target set by the GSP Assembly for improving the health of the world’s soils by 2030?

A. 25%
B. 50%
C. 75%
D. 100%

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Answer: B) 50%

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102. What is the official name of the longitudinal health monitoring project conducted by CSIR?

A. Phenome India Health Monitoring Initiative (PIHMI)
B. India Health Cohort Knowledgebase (IHCK)
C. Phenome India-CSIR Health Cohort Knowledgebase (PI-CHeCK)
D. National Health Monitoring Program (NHMP)

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Answer: C) Phenome India-CSIR Health Cohort Knowledgebase (PI-CHeCK)

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103. When was the Phenome India Project launched?

A. 2010
B. 2015
C. 2020
D. 2023

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Answer: D) 2023

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104. Who launched the Phenome India Project?

A. Indian Space Research Organisation
B. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
C. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
D. World Health Organization

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Answer: C) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research

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105. What is the main objective of the Phenome India Project?

A. To study infectious diseases in India
B. To monitor mental health conditions nationwide
C. To develop India-specific risk prediction models for cardio-metabolic diseases
D. To promote healthy lifestyle choices among youth

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Answer: C) To develop India-specific risk prediction models for cardio-metabolic diseases

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106. Who was the physician credited with the first discovery of sickle cell anemia?

A. James Watson
B. James Herrick
C. John Dalton
D. William Harvey

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Answer: B) James Herrick

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107. In terms of predicted births with sickle cell anemia (SCA), which country ranks as the second worst affected?

A. Nigeria
B. India
C. United States
D. Brazil

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Answer: B) India

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108. When was the National Sickle Cell Anemia Eradication Mission announced in the Union Budget?

A. 2020
B. 2021
C. 2022
D. 2023

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Answer: D) 2023

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109. What is the primary aim of the National Sickle Cell Anemia Eradication Mission?

A. To provide better healthcare facilities for individuals with sickle cell anemia
B. To raise awareness about sickle cell anemia
C. To eradicate sickle cell anemia from India by 2047
D. To conduct research on sickle cell anemia treatments

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Answer: C) To eradicate sickle cell anemia from India by 2047

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110. Sickle cell anemia primarily affects which component of the blood?

A. Red blood cells
B. White blood cells
C. Platelets
D. Plasma

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Answer: A) Red blood cells

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111. Where did India participate in the WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event in 2024?

A. New York, USA
B. Geneva, Switzerland
C. Paris, France
D. Tokyo, Japan

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Answer: B) Geneva, Switzerland

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112. WSIS took place in two phases in which years and cities?

A. Geneva (2001) and Tunis (2003)
B. Geneva (2003) and Tunis (2005)
C. Tunis (2003) and Geneva (2005)
D. Geneva (2005) and Tunis (2007)

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Answer: B) Geneva (2003) and Tunis (2005)

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113. Which international organizations co-organized the WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event?

A. ITU and UNESCO
B. UNESCO and UNDP
C. ITU, UNESCO, UNDP, UNCTAD
D. ITU and UNDP

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Answer: C) ITU, UNESCO, UNDP, UNCTAD

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114. What was the aim of the WSIS+20 Forum?

A. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the ITU
B. To discuss the challenges of climate change
C. To create a multi-stakeholder platform to address issues raised by Information and Communication
Technologies
D. To promote international trade agreements

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Answer: C) To create a multi-stakeholder platform to address issues raised by Information and Communication Technologies

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115. Who co-hosted the WSIS+20 Forum with the Swiss Confederation?

A. UNDP
B. UNESCO
C. ITU
D. UNCTAD

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Answer: C) ITU

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116. When was the International Air Transport Association (IATA) established?

A. 1920
B. 1945
C. 1957
D. 1965

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Answer: B) 1945

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117. Where was the International Air Transport Association (IATA) established?

A. New York, USA
B. Geneva, Switzerland
C. Havana, Cuba
D. London, UK

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Answer: C) Havana, Cuba

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118. What is the primary aim of the International Air Transport Association (IATA)?

A. To represent and serve airport authorities worldwide
B. To advocate for the interests of airlines on the world stage
C. To promote international tourism
D. To provide training for air traffic controllers

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Answer: B) To advocate for the interests of airlines on the world stage

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119. Where is the headquarters of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) located?

A. New York (USA)
B. Geneva (Switzerland)
C. Montreal (Canada)
D. London (UK)

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Answer: C) Montreal (Canada)

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120. What does PraVaHa stand for?

A. Parallel RANS Solver for Aerospace Vehicle Aero-Thermo-Dynamic Analysis
B. Precision Rocket Analysis and Validation Hub Application
C. Propulsion Velocity and Heat Assessment
D. Planetary Vehicle Analysis and Handling

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Answer: A) Parallel RANS Solver for Aerospace Vehicle Aero-Thermo-Dynamic Analysis

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121. Where was PraVaHa developed?

A. NASA
B. European Space Agency
C. Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre
D. SpaceX

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Answer: C) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre

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122. What was the recorded temperature at Mungeshpur Weather Station?

A. 50.9°C
B. 52.9°C
C. 54.9°C
D. 56.9°C

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Answer: B) 52.9°C

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123. Where was the highest temperature ever recorded on Earth?

A. Sahara Desert, Africa
B. Death Valley, California
C. Atacama Desert, Chile
D. Gobi Desert, Mongolia

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Answer: B) Death Valley, California

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124. When was the highest temperature ever recorded in Death Valley, California?

A. 1900
B. 1913
C. 1950
D. 2000

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Answer: B) 1913

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125. What was the recorded temperature in Death Valley, California, in 1913?

A. 54.7°C
B. 56.7°C
C. 58.7°C
D. 60.7°C

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Answer: B) 56.7°C

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126. Who has been elected as the first female President of Mexico?

A. Claudia Sheinbaum
B. Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador
C. Enrique Peña Nieto
D. Vicente Fox

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Answer: A) Claudia Sheinbaum

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127. In which constituency did the “None of the Above” (NOTA) option emerge as the runner-up in Madhya Pradesh?

A. Bhopal
B. Gwalior
C. Indore
D. Jabalpur

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Answer: C) Indore

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128. In 2023-24, which country emerged as India’s third-largest export destination?

A. Germany
B. Netherlands
C. China
D. Japan

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Answer: B) Netherlands

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129. What is the Minuteman III classified as?

A. Short-range ballistic missile
B. Medium-range ballistic missile
C. Inter-Continental ballistic missile
D. Cruise missile

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Answer: C) Inter-Continental ballistic missile

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130. Which company designed and manufactured the Minuteman III?

A. Lockheed Martin
B. Northrop Grumman
C. Boeing Corporation
D. Raytheon

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Answer: C) Boeing Corporation

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131. India is considering sourcing Cheetahs from which country under Phase-2 of the project?

A. South Africa
B. Namibia
C. Kenya
D. Tanzania

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Answer: C) Kenya

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132. What is India’s rank in terms of vegetable and fruit production globally?

A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth

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Answer: B) Second

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133. When was the National Horticulture Board established?

A. 1965
B. 1974
C. 1984
D. 1990

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Answer: C) 1984

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134. Where is the headquarters of the National Horticulture Board located?

A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Kolkata
D. Gurugram

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Answer: D) Gurugram

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135. When is World Environment Day celebrated?

A. 1st June
B. 3rd June
C. 5th June
D. 7th June

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Answer: C) 5th June

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136. What is the capacity of the Arun – 3 Hydro Electric Project?

A. 500 MW
B. 700 MW
C. 900 MW
D. 1100 MW

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Answer: C) 900 MW

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137. Which company developed the Arun – 3 Hydro Electric Project?

A. Nepal Electricity Authority
B. SJVN Arun – III Power Development Company
C. Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam
D. Nepal Hydroelectric Company

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Answer: B) SJVN Arun – III Power Development Company

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138. What is the operational period of the Arun – 3 Hydro Electric Project, excluding the construction period?

A. 20 years
B. 25 years
C. 30 years
D. 35 years

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Answer: B) 25 years

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139. In which Indian city did the “None of the Above” (NOTA) option create a new record in the Lok Sabha election results?

A. Mumbai
B. Delhi
C. Kolkata
D. Indore

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Answer: D) Indore

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140. What was the case name in which the Supreme Court made the ruling regarding the NOTA option in EVMs?

A. Electoral Reforms Act vs Union of India
B. Voter Rights Protection vs Union of India
C. People’s Union of Civil Liberties vs Union of India
D. None of the above

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Answer: C) People’s Union of Civil Liberties vs Union of India

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141. Which organization won the UN’s WSIS 2024 ‘Champion’ Award for Mobile-Enabled Disaster Resilience?

A. Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT)
B. International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
C. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
D. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)

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Answer: A) Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT)

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142. How many women were elected to the 18th Lok Sabha?

A. 74
B. 86
C. 92
D. 108

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Answer: A) 74

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143. What percentage of representation do women account for in the 18th Lok Sabha?

A. 7.6%
B. 9.2%
C. 11.4%
D. 13.6%

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Answer: D) 13.6%

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144. When is UNESCO’s ‘State of Ocean Report’ released annually?

A. World Environment Day (June 5)
B. World Oceans Day (June 8)
C. International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22)
D. Earth Day (April 22)

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Answer: B) World Oceans Day (June 8)

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145. Who publishes the ‘State of Ocean Report’?

A. UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
B. International Maritime Organization (IMO)
C. World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
D. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

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Answer: A) UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)

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146. What is the duration of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development?

A. 2000–2010
B. 2010–2020
C. 2021–2030
D. 2030–2040

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Answer: C) 2021–2030

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147. How many states in India have Special Category Status (SCS) as of the given list?

A. 7
B. 9
C. 11
D. 13

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Answer: C) 11

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148. Which of the following states does NOT have Special Category Status (SCS) according to the given list?

A. Assam
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Maharashtra
D. Manipur

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Answer: C) Maharashtra

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149. When was the WTO’s Appellate Body established?

A. 1980
B. 1990
C. 1995
D. 2000

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Answer: C) 1995

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150. Where is the seat of the WTO’s Appellate Body located?

A. New York (USA)
B. Geneva (Switzerland)
C. Paris (France)
D. Brussels (Belgium)

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Answer: B) Geneva (Switzerland)

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151. Which countries and regions are part of the Biopharmaceutical Alliance launched in response to drug supply shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic?

A. India, China, Brazil, Australia
B. India, South Korea, US, Japan, European Union
C. India, UK, Russia, Canada, ASEAN
D. India, Germany, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Africa Union

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Answer: B) India, South Korea, US, Japan, European Union

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152. When was the announcement about the Biopharmaceutical Alliance made?

A. United Nations General Assembly
B. G20 Summit
C. Bio International Convention 2024
D. World Health Assembly

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Answer: C) Bio International Convention 2024

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153. Where was the inaugural meeting of the Biopharmaceutical Alliance held?

A. New York, USA
B. Geneva, Switzerland
C. Tokyo, Japan
D. San Diego, USA

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Answer: D) San Diego, USA

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154. What was the main reason behind the formation of Biopharmaceutical Alliance?

A. To increase competition among pharmaceutical companies
B. To address drug supply shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic
C. To promote pharmaceutical exports between member countries
D. To establish joint research and development projects

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Answer: B) To address drug supply shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic

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155. What event hosted the inaugural meeting of the Biopharmaceutical Alliance?

A. World Economic Forum
B. Bio International Convention
C. G7 Summit
D. ASEAN Summit

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Answer: B) Bio International Convention

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156. What is the main objective of the ‘Air of the Anthropocene (AoA)’ project?

A. To promote air pollution
B. To document air pollution levels around the world through photography
C. To encourage deforestation
D. To study the effects of climate change on marine life

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Answer: B) To document air pollution levels around the world through photography

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157. Which initiative did researchers and artists join as part of the ‘Air of the Anthropocene (AoA)’ project?

A. Paint with Light
B. Green Revolution
C. Clean Air Act
D. Save the Trees

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Answer: A) Paint with Light

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158. According to World Wealth Report 2024, by what percentage did the number of High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWI) in India increase in 2023 compared to 2022?

A. 5.6%
B. 8.9%
C. 12.2%
D. 15.5%

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Answer: C) 12.2%

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159. What does the TRISHNA Mission stand for?

A. Thermal Imaging Satellite for High-Resolution Natural Assessment
B. Thermal Infrared Satellite for High-Resolution Natural Resource Assessment
C. Temperature and Rainfall Imaging Satellite for Hydrology and Natural Assessment
D. Thermal Infrared Spacecraft for High-Resolution Natural Analysis

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Answer: B) Thermal Infrared Satellite for High-Resolution Natural Resource Assessment

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160. Who are the collaborators in the TRISHNA Mission?

A. ISRO and NASA
B. ISRO and CNES
C. ISRO and ESA
D. ISRO and Roscosmos

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Answer: B) ISRO and CNES

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161. What is the alternative name for the Agnipath Scheme?

A. Operation Shield
B. Tour of Duty Scheme
C. Patriot Program
D. Soldier Deployment Initiative

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Answer: B) Tour of Duty Scheme

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162. When was the Agnipath Scheme introduced?

A. 2018
B. 2020
C. 2022
D. 2024

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Answer: C) 2022

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163. Under the Agnipath Scheme, what is the term of service for recruited soldiers?

A. 2 years
B. 4 years
C. 6 years
D. 8 years

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Answer: B) 4 years

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164. What percentage of recruits from a batch under the Agnipath Scheme are retained for regular service after the 4-year term?

A. 10%
B. 25%
C. 50%
D. 75%

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Answer: B) 25%

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165. What is the age limit for recruits under the Agnipath Scheme?

A. 16.5 – 20 years
B. 17.5 – 21 years
C. 18.5 – 22 years
D. 19.5 – 23 years

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Answer: B) 17.5 – 21 years

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166. Who releases the QS World University Rankings?

A. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
B. Quacquarelli Symonds
C. Times Higher Education
D. Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada

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Answer: B) Quacquarelli Symonds

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167. Which institution topped the QS World University Rankings for the 13th consecutive year?

A. Imperial College London
B. Harvard University
C. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
D. University of Oxford

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Answer: C) Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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168. How many countries, including Slovenia, have recognized a Palestinian state?

A. 134
B. 143
C. 145
D. 146

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Answer: D) 146

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169. As of March 2024, how many tonnes of gold did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) hold?

A. 550.30 tonnes
B. 678.50 tonnes
C. 822.10 tonnes
D. 956.80 tonnes

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Answer: C) 822.10 tonnes

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170. Which Indian state has the largest resources of gold ore?

A. Bihar
B. Rajasthan
C. Karnataka
D. West Bengal

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Answer: A) Bihar

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171. What was the total bilateral trade between India and Qatar in 2022-23?

A. US$ 18.77 billion
B. US$ 20.76 billion
C. US$ 24.76 billion
D. US$ 16.8 billion

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Answer: A) US$ 18.77 billion

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172. Which of the following countries is NOT among the top three largest export destinations for Qatar?

A. China
B. Japan
C. India
D. United States

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Answer: D) United States

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173. When was the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) launched?

A. 2020
B. 2021
C. 2022
D. 2023

Show Answer

Answer: C) 2022

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174. How many members are part of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF)?

A. 10
B. 12
C. 14
D. 16

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Answer: C) 14

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175. What is the aim of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF)?

A. To advance military cooperation among member economies
B. To promote cultural exchange and tourism
C. To advance resilience, sustainability, inclusiveness, economic growth, fairness, and
competitiveness for member economies
D. To establish a regional currency for trade transactions

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Answer: C) To advance resilience, sustainability, inclusiveness, economic growth, fairness, and competitiveness for member economies

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176. Which of the following is NOT one of the principal organs of the United Nations?

A. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
B. United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)
C. Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
D. Trusteeship Council

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Answer: A) International Monetary Fund (IMF)

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177. How many members are there in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)?

A. 5
B. 10
C. 15
D. 20

Show Answer

Answer: C) 15

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178. When was the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) established?

A. 1960
B. 1970
C. 1980
D. 1990

Show Answer

Answer: B) 1970

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179. Which ministry does the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) report to?

A. Ministry of Agriculture
B. Ministry of Textiles
C. Ministry of Commerce
D. Ministry of Industry

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Answer: B) Ministry of Textiles

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180. Where is the headquarters of the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) located?

A) New Delhi
B) Kolkata
C) Chennai
D) Navi Mumbai

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Answer: D) Navi Mumbai

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181. What is the purpose of the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI)?

A. Promoting agricultural research
B. Ensuring fair prices for cotton farmers
C. Regulating textile exports
D. Managing textile manufacturing units

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Answer: B) Ensuring fair prices for cotton farmers

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182. In which city was the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance signed?

A. Geneva
B. Ramsar
C. Tehran
D. Kyoto

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Answer: B) Ramsar

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183. When did the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance come into force?

A. 1965
B. 1971
C. 1975
D. 1980

Show Answer

Answer: C) 1975

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184. How many states are members of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance?

A. 150
B. 172
C. 190
D. 210

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Answer: B) 172

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185. When did India become a signatory to the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance?

A. January 1, 1980
B. February 1, 1982
C. March 1, 1984
D. April 1, 1986

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Answer: B) February 1, 1982

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186. What percentage of India’s land is comprised of wetlands?

A. 2.15%
B. 3.79%
C. 4.63%
D. 5.81%

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Answer: C) 4.63%

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187. Which state in India has the maximum number of Ramsar sites?

A. Maharashtra
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Kerala

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Answer: B) Tamil Nadu

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188. What is India’s rank in Asia in terms of the number of designated sites?

A. 1st
B. 2nd
C. 3rd
D. 4th

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Answer: C) 3rd

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189. Which country is hosting 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 29)?

A. Azerbaijan
B. Brazil
C. France
D. India

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Answer: A) Azerbaijan

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190. When and where did the first-ever United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP) take place?

A. 1992, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
B. 1995, Berlin (Germany)
C. 2000, Kyoto (Japan)
D. 2005, Copenhagen (Denmark)

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Answer: D) Navi Mumbai

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191. Where was the first human infection with Avian Influenza A(H5N2) Virus found?

A. United States
B. Mexico
C. China
D. Brazil

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Answer: B) Mexico

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192. Which port in Bangladesh is India looking to operate?

A. Chittagong Port
B. Mongla Port
C. Cox’s Bazar Port
D. Payra Port

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Answer: B) Mongla Port

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193. When was the Chemical Weapons Convention adopted?

A. 03 September 1997
B. 29 April 1997
C. 03 September 1992
D. 29 April 1992

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Answer: C) 03 September 1992

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194. What is the altitude of the International Space Station (ISS) above the Earth?

A. 200 km
B. 600 km
C. 400 km
D. 800 km

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Answer: C) 400 km above the Earth

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195. Which country was not involved in the development of the International Space Station (ISS)?

A. Japan
B. China
C. Russia
D. Canada

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Answer: B) China

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196. In which case was the introduction of NOTA (None of the Above) in the electoral process directed by the Supreme Court of India?

A. PUCL vs. State of Maharashtra Case
B. PUCL vs. Union of India Case
C. PUCL vs. State of Tamil Nadu Case
D. PUCL vs. Union of Pakistan Case

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Answer: B) PUCL vs. Union of India Case

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197. In the context of wilful defaulters in India, what is the minimum loan amount for a borrower to be labeled as a wilful defaulter?

A. Rs 10 lakh and above
B. Rs 50 lakh and above
C. Rs 25 lakh and above
D. Rs 1 crore and above

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Answer: C) Rs 25 lakh and above

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198. Which ministry oversees the functioning of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI)?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Law and Justice
C. Ministry of Corporate Affairs
D. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

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Answer: C) Ministry of Corporate Affairs

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199. Where is the headquarters of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) located?

A. Mumbai
B. Chennai
C. Kolkata
D. New Delhi

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Answer: D) New Delhi

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200. What does the term “Repo Rate” refer to in the context of central banking?

A. Rate at which commercial banks lend money to the central bank
B. Rate at which commercial banks lend money to each other
C. Rate at which the central bank lends money to commercial banks
D. Rate at which the central government borrows money from the central bank

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Answer: C) Rate at which the central bank lends money to commercial banks

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201. When was the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) created?

A. 2008
B. 2010
C. 2014
D. 2016

Show Answer

Answer: D) 2016

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202. When was the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) established?

A. April 1, 1925
B. April 1, 1930
C. April 1, 1934
D. April 1, 1935

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Answer: D) April 1, 1935

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203. Who is the current Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

A. Raghuram Rajan
B. Urjit Patel
C. Shaktikanta Das
D. R. Gandhi

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Answer: C) Shaktikanta Das

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204. What is the current Repo Rate set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

A. 5.5%
B. 6.0%
C. 6.5%
D. 7.0%

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Answer: C) 6.5%

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205. Which of the following rates indicates the rate at which banks can park their excess funds with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

A. Repo Rate
B. Standing Deposit Facility
C. Marginal Standing Facility Rate
D. Cash Reserve Ratio

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Answer: B) Standing Deposit Facility

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206. Which organization is responsible for the NaturAfrica Initiative?

A. African Union (AU)
B. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
C. European Union (EU)
D. World Bank

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Answer: C) European Union (EU)

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207. What is the main objective of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA)?

A. To restrict foreign exchange transactions
B. To facilitate external trade and payments & promote orderly development and maintenance of foreign exchange market in India
C. To control the import and export of goods
D. To regulate domestic trade

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Answer: B) To facilitate external trade and payments & promote orderly development and maintenance of foreign exchange market in India

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208. When did the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) come into force?

A. June 1, 1995
B. June 1, 1997
C. June 1, 2000
D. June 1, 2005

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Answer: C) June 1, 2000

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209. What was FEMA’s predecessor legislation?

A. Foreign Exchange Management Act
B. Foreign Investment Regulation Act
C. Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA)
D. Foreign Trade Act

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Answer: C) Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA)

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210. Who is empowered to make rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA)?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
C. Enforcement Directorate
D. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

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Answer: B) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

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211. Where is FEMA’s head office located?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
C. Enforcement Directorate
D. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

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Answer: C) Enforcement Directorate

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212. When was the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) launched?

A. 2010
B. 2012
C. 2015
D. 2018

Show Answer

Answer: C) 2015

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213. Which initiative does the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) form a part of?

A. Silk Road Initiative
B. Trans-Pacific Partnership
C. Belt and Road Initiative
D. Shanghai Cooperation Organization

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Answer: C) Belt and Road Initiative

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214. When was the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) launched?

A. 2021
B. 2022
C. 2023
D. 2024

Show Answer

Answer: C) 2023

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215. What is the type of rail connectivity provided by the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS)?

A. High-speed rail
B. Semi-high-speed rail
C. Conventional rail
D. Maglev rail

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Answer: B) Semi-high-speed rail

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216. What is the name of the RRTS train?

A. RapidX
B. Bharat Express
C. Namo Bharat
D. Rapid Transit Express

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Answer: C) Namo Bharat

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217. Which ministry is responsible for the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS)?

A. Ministry of Railways
B. Ministry of Transport
C. Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
D. Ministry of Finance

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Answer: C) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

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218. Which company designed the RRTS Train-Set?

A. Indian Railways
B. Alstom
C. Siemens
D. Hyundai

Show Answer

Answer: B) Alstom

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219. What does “NEET” stand for?

A. National Education Entrance Test
B. National Examination for Eligibility and Testing
C. National Eligibility cum Entrance Test
D. National Entrance Examination for Talent

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Answer: C) National Eligibility cum Entrance Test

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220. Which ministry established the National Testing Agency (NTA)?

A. Ministry of Education
B. Ministry of Human Resource Development
C. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
D. Ministry of Home Affairs

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Answer: A) Ministry of Education

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221. What does SIGHT stand for?

A. Solar Integrated Green Hydrogen Transition
B. Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition
C. Sustainable Hydrogen Integration and Green Technology
D. Strategic Initiative for Green Hydrogen Technology

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Answer: B) Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition

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222. What is the primary aim of the SIGHT Programme?

A. To promote solar energy adoption in rural areas
B. To support domestic manufacturing of batteries
C. To support domestic manufacturing of electrolysers and production of green hydrogen
D. To enhance wind energy production in coastal regions

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Answer: C) To support domestic manufacturing of electrolysers and production of green hydrogen

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223. What is the total corpus allocated for the SIGHT Programme?

A. ₹ 12,500 Crore
B. ₹ 15,200 Crore
C. ₹ 17,490 Crore
D. ₹ 20,000 Crore

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Answer: C) ₹ 17,490 Crore

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224. Which organization is responsible for implementing the SIGHT Programme?

A. National Hydrogen Corporation of India
B. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
C. Solar Energy Corporation of India
D. Green Hydrogen Development Authority

Show Answer

Answer: C) Solar Energy Corporation of India

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225. When was the National Green Hydrogen Mission launched?

A. 2020
B. 2021
C. 2022
D. 2023

Show Answer

Answer: D) 2023

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226. What is the total outlay allocated to the National Green Hydrogen Mission up to FY 2029-30?

A. Rs 15,000 Crores
B. Rs 17,500 Crores
C. Rs 19,744 Crores
D. Rs 22,000 Crores

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Answer: C) Rs 19,744 Crores

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227. By which year does the National Green Hydrogen Mission aim to achieve a target of 5 Million Tonnes of annual green hydrogen production capacity?

A. 2025
B. 2027
C. 2030
D. 2035

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Answer: C) 2030

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228. Which ministry is responsible for implementing the National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
B. Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas
C. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
D. Ministry of Power

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Answer: C) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

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229. Who is the minister overseeing the implementation of the National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A. Nitin Gadkari
B. Raj Kumar Singh
C. Pralhad Joshi
D. Piyush Goyal

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Answer: C) Pralhad Joshi

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230. Who released the Detailed Report of Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2022-23?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
C. Ministry of Home Affairs
D. Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution

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Answer: B) Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation

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231. How often is the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO)?

A. Every 2 years
B. Every 3 years
C. Every 5 years
D. Every 10 years

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Answer: C) Every 5 years

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232. What does HCES stand for?

A. Household Consumer Expenditure Survey
B. Household Consumption Expenditure Survey
C. Household Cost Efficiency Survey
D. Household Census and Economic Survey

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Answer: B) Household Consumption Expenditure Survey

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233. Which organization conducts the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey?

A. National Sample Survey Office
B. Reserve Bank of India
C. Ministry of Finance
D. National Statistical Office

Show Answer

Answer: D) National Statistical Office

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234. How many countries have ratified the High Seas Biodiversity Treaty as of now?

A. 5 countries
B. 7 countries
C. 10 countries
D. 15 countries

Show Answer

Answer: B) 7 countries

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235. In which year was the BBNJ Agreement, also known as the High Seas Treaty, formally adopted by governments?

A. 2021
B. 2022
C. 2023
D. 2024

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Answer: C) 2023

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236. Which species of bird does the Kenyan government aim to eliminate by the end of 2024?

A. Indian Parakeet (Psittacula krameri)
B. Indian House Crow (Corvus splendens)
C. Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus)
D. Indian Myna (Acridotheres tristis)

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Answer: B) Indian House Crow (Corvus splendens)

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237. Where is Lipulekh Pass located?

A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Uttarakhand
C. Sikkim
D. Arunachal Pradesh

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Answer: B) Uttarakhand

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238. Lipulekh Pass serves as a tri-junction between which countries?

A. India, Bhutan, and Nepal
B. India, China (Tibet), and Myanmar
C. India, China (Tibet), and Nepal
D. India, Pakistan, and China

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Answer: C) India, China (Tibet), and Nepal

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239. In which year was the East Asia Summit (EAS) established?

A. 2003
B. 2004
C. 2005
D. 2006

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Answer: C) 2005

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240. Where was the East Asia Summit (EAS) established?

A. Jakarta, Indonesia
B. Manila, Philippines
C. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
D. Singapore

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Answer: C) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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241. How many member states are there in the East Asia Summit (EAS)?

A. 15 states
B. 18 states
C. 20 states
D. 22 states

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Answer: B) 18 states

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242. In which city was the 18th East Asia Summit (EAS) held in 2023?

A. Bangkok, Thailand
B. Jakarta, Indonesia
C. Hanoi, Vietnam
D. Manila, Philippines

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Answer: B) Jakarta, Indonesia

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243. What type of scheme is PM-KISAN?

A. State Sector Scheme
B. Centrally Sponsored Scheme
C. Central Sector Scheme
D. Union Territory Scheme

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Answer: C) Central Sector Scheme

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244. Which ministry is the nodal ministry for PM-KISAN?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Rural Development
C. Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
D. Ministry of Food Processing Industries

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Answer: C) Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

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245. How much financial benefit does PM-KISAN provide annually to eligible farmers?

A. Rs 4,000
B. Rs 5,000
C. Rs 6,000
D. Rs 7,000

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Answer: C) Rs 6,000

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246. Who is the current Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare overseeing the PM-KISAN scheme?

A. Narendra Singh Tomar
B. Shivraj Singh Chouhan
C. Piyush Goyal
D. Rajnath Singh

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Answer: B) Shivraj Singh Chouhan

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247. Which launch vehicle was used to launch the Aditya-L1 mission?

A. GSLV Mk III
B. PSLV C57
C. Chandrayaan-2
D. Ariane 5

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Answer: B) PSLV C57

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248. What is the primary objective of the Aditya-L1 mission?

A. Study Mars’ atmosphere
B. Observe the Sun from a Halo Orbit
C. Explore asteroids near Earth
D. Study Jupiter’s moons

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Answer: B) Observe the Sun from a Halo Orbit

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249. Which Lagrange point does the Aditya-L1 mission orbit around?

A. L2
B. L3
C. L1
D. L4

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Answer: C) L1

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250. Which country took over the Chairmanship of BRICS on January 1, 2024?

A. Brazil
B. Russia
C. India
D. China

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Answer: B) Russia

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251. Which countries joined as full-fledged members of BRICS in 2023 Summit?

A. Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and UAE
B. Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Peru
C. Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania, and Uganda
D. Japan, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia

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Answer: A) Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and UAE

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252. Where is the capital of Malawi located?

A. Blantyre
B. Lilongwe
C. Mzuzu
D. Zomba

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Answer: B) Lilongwe

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253. Who was the Vice President of Malawi at the time of the plane crash?

A. Joyce Banda
B. Cassim Chilumpha
C. Saulos Chilima
D. John Tembo

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Answer: B) Cassim Chilumpha

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254. Which pharmaceutical company manufactures Donanemab?

A. Pfizer
B. Johnson & Johnson
C. Eli Lilly
D. Merck

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Answer: C) Eli Lilly

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255. Which disease is Donanemab primarily intended to treat?

A. Parkinson’s disease
B. Alzheimer’s disease
C. Multiple sclerosis
D. Huntington’s disease

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Answer: B) Alzheimer’s disease

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256. Where is the 8th edition of the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JIMEX) 2024 taking place?

A. New Delhi, India
B. Mumbai, India
C. Tokyo, Japan
D. Yokosuka, Japan

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Answer: D) Yokosuka, Japan

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257. JIMEX is a bilateral maritime exercise between which two countries?

A. Japan and South Korea
B. Japan and China
C. Japan and India
D. India and Pakistan

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Answer: C) Japan and India

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258. In which year was the first edition of JIMEX conducted?

A. 2010
B. 2012
C. 2014
D. 2016

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Answer: B) 2012

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259. Which year is proclaimed as International Year of Quantum Science and Technology by United Nations?

A. 2024
B. 2025
C. 2026
D. 2027

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Answer: B) 2025

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260. Where does Maitri Setu connect in India and Bangladesh?

A. Agartala and Dhaka
B. Sabroom and Ramgarh
C. Kolkata and Chittagong
D. Siliguri and Sylhet

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Answer: B) Sabroom and Ramgarh

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261. What is the length of Maitri Setu?

A. 2.5 kilometers
B. 3.2 kilometers
C. 1.9 kilometers
D. 4.6 kilometers

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Answer: C) 1.9 kilometers

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262. Over which river is Maitri Setu constructed?

A. Ganges River
B. Brahmaputra River
C. Feni River
D. Meghna River

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Answer: C) Feni River

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263. Which organization was responsible for the construction of Maitri Setu?

A. Border Roads Organisation
B. Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
C. National Highways Authority of India
D. National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd

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Answer: D) National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd

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264. When was the International Organization for Migration established?

A. 1945
B. 1951
C. 1962
D. 1978

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Answer: B) 1951

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265. Where is the headquarters of the International Organization for Migration located?

A. New York, USA
B. Vienna, Austria
C. Geneva, Switzerland
D. Brussels, Belgium

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Answer: C) Geneva, Switzerland

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266. Which of the following gases is identified as the 3rd most significant greenhouse gas?

A. Carbon monoxide (CO)
B. Sulfur dioxide (SO2)
C. Nitrous oxide (N2O)
D. Ozone (O3)

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Answer: C) Nitrous oxide (N2O)

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267. What is the new name approved for Joshimath by the Centre?

A. Jyotir Dham
B. Jyotirmath
C. Jyotir Nagar
D. Jyotir Gram

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Answer: B) Jyotirmath

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268. Kosiyakutoli has been renamed as _.

A. Pargana Shri Kainchi Dham
B. Shri Kainchi Dham
C. Pargana Kainchi Dham
D. Kainchi Dham Nagar

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Answer: A) Pargana Shri Kainchi Dham

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269. What date marks International Fatty Liver Day?

A. May 13
B. June 13
C. July 13
D. August 13

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Answer: B) June 13

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270. What is the theme for International Fatty Liver Day 2024?

A. Screen Now, Act Today
B. Act Now, Screen Today
C. Early Detection, Better Protection
D. Prevent Today, Cure Tomorrow

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Answer: B) Act Now, Screen Today

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271. Where is the liver located in the human body?

A. Lower-left side of the abdomen
B. Upper-left side of the abdomen
C. Lower-right side of the abdomen
D. Upper-right side of the abdomen

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Answer: D) Upper-right side of the abdomen

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272. Which of the following statements about the liver is true?

A. It is the smallest internal organ of the human body.
B. It is located in the lower part of the abdomen.
C. It is involved in digestion but not in detoxification.
D. It is the largest internal organ of the human body.

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Answer: D) It is the largest internal organ of the human body.

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273. When was the G7 established?

A. 1965
B. 1975
C. 1985
D. 1995

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Answer: B) 1975

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274. Which of the following countries is not a member of the G7?

A. China
B. France
C. Italy
D. United States

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Answer: A) China

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275. Which country holds the G7 Presidency in 2024?

A. Canada
B. France
C. Italy
D. United States

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Answer: C) Italy

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276. What caused Russia to be suspended from the G8 in 2014?

A. Economic reasons
B. Political disagreements
C. Human rights violations
D. Annexation of Crimea

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Answer: D) Annexation of Crimea

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277. What is the primary function of the G7?

A. Military coordination
B. Cultural exchange
C. Economic policy coordination
D. Environmental protection

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Answer: C) Economic policy coordination

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278. When was the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) established?

A. 1945
B. 1947
C. 1948
D. 1950

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Answer: C) 1948

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279. Where are the three newly discovered craters located on Mars?

A. Elysium Mons region
B. Tharsis volcanic region
C. Olympus Mons region
D. Valles Marineris region

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Answer: B) Tharsis volcanic region

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280. Which planet is often referred to as the “Red Planet”?

A. Venus
B. Mars
C. Jupiter
D. Saturn

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Answer: B) Mars

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281. When was the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) founded?

A. 1945
B. 1947
C. 1950
D. 1960

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Answer: B) 1947

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282. Who founded the Physical Research Laboratory?

A. Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
B. Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
C. Dr. Homi Bhabha
D. Dr. Satish Dhawan

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Answer: B) Dr. Vikram Sarabhai

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283. When was the UNCCD established?

A. 1984
B. 1990
C. 1994
D. 2000

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Answer: C) 1994

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284. The UNCCD is primarily concerned with:

A. Marine conservation
B. Desertification and sustainable land management
C. Air pollution control
D. Wildlife protection

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Answer: B) Desertification and sustainable land management

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285. What percentage of the world’s freshwater is groundwater?

A. 10%
B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%

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Answer: C) 30%

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286. Which country is the largest user of groundwater globally?

A. China
B. United States
C. India
D. Brazil

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Answer: C) India

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287. When was the Global Gender Gap Report first launched?

A. 2000
B. 2006
C. 2010
D. 2015

Show Answer

Answer: B) 2006

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288. Who releases the Global Gender Gap Report?

A. United Nations
B. World Health Organization
C. World Economic Forum
D. International Monetary Fund

Show Answer

Answer: C) World Economic Forum

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289. Which of the following is NOT one of the key dimensions used to assess gender parity in the report?

A. Economic participation and opportunity
B. Educational attainment
C. Environmental sustainability
D. Health and survival

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Answer: C) Environmental sustainability

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290. How many indicators are used across the four key dimensions in the Global Gender Gap Report?

A. 10
B. 12
C. 14
D. 16

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Answer: C) 14

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291. According to the Global Gender Gap Report, which country consistently ranks at the top for gender equality?

A. Iceland
B. Sweden
C. Finland
D. Norway

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Answer: A) Iceland

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292. What type of index is the Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI)?

A. Quarterly index
B. Annual index
C. Monthly index
D. Biennial index

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Answer: C) Monthly index

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293. Which government agency releases the CFPI in India?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Reserve Bank of India
C. Central Statistics Office
D. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

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Answer: C) Central Statistics Office

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294. When was FIU-IND established?

A. 1995
B. 2000
C. 2004
D. 2010

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Answer: C) 2004

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295. Which ministry does FIU-IND report to?

A. Ministry of Home Affairs
B. Ministry of External Affairs
C. Ministry of Finance
D. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

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Answer: C) Ministry of Finance

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296. Bhagwan Birsa Munda belonged to which tribe?

A. Santhal
B. Gond
C. Munda
D. Oraon

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Answer: C) Munda

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297. What is another name for Bhagwan Birsa Munda?

A. Loknayak
B. Dharti Aaba
C. Netaji
D. Bapu

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Answer: B) Dharti Aaba

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298. Bhagwan Birsa Munda’s birth anniversary, celebrated on November 15th, is observed in India as:

A. Swarajya Divas
B. Shaheed Diwas
C. Janjatiya Gaurav Divas
D. Azadi Diwas

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Answer: C) Janjatiya Gaurav Divas

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299. The International Labour Organisation (ILO) established June 12th as World Day Against

A. 1990
B. 2000
C. 2002
D. 2010

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Answer: C) 2002

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300. What is the theme for the World Day Against Child Labour in 2024?

A. Let’s End Child Labour Now
B. Let’s Act on Our Commitments: End Child Labour
C. Protecting Children’s Rights in the Workplace
D. Ensuring Safe Childhoods for All

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Answer: B) Let’s Act on Our Commitments: End Child Labour

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301. The United Nations declared which year as the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour?

A. 2019
B. 2020
C. 2021
D. 2022

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Answer: C) 2021

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302. What is the name of the indigenous man-portable suicide drone recently acquired by the Indian Army?

A. Nagaraksha
B. Nagastra
C. Brahmos
D. Akash

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Answer: B) Nagastra

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303. Where is the Pantanal Wetlands located?

A. North America
B. Europe
C. South America
D. Africa

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Answer: C) South America

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304. How many countries does the Pantanal Wetlands span across?

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

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Answer: C) 3

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305. Which of the following animals is the Pantanal Wetlands known to have the largest concentration of?

A. Elephants
B. Jaguars
C. Crocodiles
D. Giraffes

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Answer: C) Crocodiles

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306. The Pantanal Wetlands is predominantly located in which country?

A. Bolivia
B. Brazil
C. Paraguay
D. Argentina

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Answer: B) Brazil

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307. How many countries have now signed NASA’s Artemis Accords following Armenia’s accession?

A. 27
B. 35
C. 43
D. 50

Show Answer

Answer: C) 43

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308. Which country ranks as 2 nd largest exporter of Ayurveda and Alternative Medicine worldwide?

A. China
B. India
C. Brazil
D. United States

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Answer: B) India

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309. What is the primary objective of Project Aviral?

A. Promoting tourism along the Ganga River
B. Enhancing biodiversity in the Ganga basin
C. Reducing plastic waste in the Ganga River
D. Building dams for hydroelectric power

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Answer: C) Reducing plastic waste in the Ganga River

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310. What is the theme of World Refugee Day 2024?

A. Building Better Futures Together
B. Stand Together for Refugees
C. For a World Where Refugees Are Welcomed
D. Supporting Refugee Integration

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Answer: C) For a World Where Refugees Are Welcomed

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311. In which year was the Montreal Protocol signed?

A. 1985
B. 1986
C. 1987
D. 1988

Show Answer

Answer: C) 1987

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312. Where is the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary located?

A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Uttarakhand
C. Kerala
D. Rajasthan

Show Answer

Answer: B) Uttarakhand

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313. What is Nagastra-1?

A. A new missile defense system
B. An indigenous loitering munition suicide drone
C. A next-generation tank
D. A satellite communication system

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Answer: B) An indigenous loitering munition suicide drone

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314. Who developed Nagastra-1?

A. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
B. Solar Industries’ Economics Explosives Ltd (EEL)
C. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
D. Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL)

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Answer: B) Solar Industries’ Economics Explosives Ltd (EEL)

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315. When was the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) established?

A. 1995
B. 1997
C. 2000
D. 2005

Show Answer

Answer: B) 1997

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316. Which country hosts the secretariat of IORA?

A. India
B. Australia
C. Mauritius
D. South Africa

Show Answer

Answer: C) Mauritius

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317. How many Member States are there in IORA?

A. 10
B. 15
C. 20
D. 23

Show Answer

Answer: D) 23

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318. Who developed the AI tool “Divya Drishti”?

A. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
B. National Institute of Technology (NIT)
C. Ingenious Research Solutions Pvt Ltd
D. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

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Answer: C) Ingenious Research Solutions Pvt Ltd

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319. Who is the founder of the start-up that developed “Divya Drishti”?

A. Dr. Shivani Verma
B. Dr. Ritu Sharma
C. Dr. Neha Patel
D. Dr. Priya Singh

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Answer: A) Dr. Shivani Verma

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320. What is the primary objective of the Digital Agriculture Mission recently announced by the Union Government?

A. To promote organic farming across India
B. To create a nationwide farmers registry and unique IDs for farmers
C. To provide subsidies for agricultural machinery
D. To establish agricultural research institutes in rural areas

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Answer: B) To create a nationwide farmers registry and unique IDs for farmers

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321. How much budget has been allocated for the Digital Agriculture Mission?

A. Rs 500 Crore
B. Rs 1000 Crore
C. Rs 2000 Crore
D. Rs 2800 Crore

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Answer: D) Rs 2800 Crore

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322. Over what period is the Digital Agriculture Mission expected to be implemented?

A. Next 5 years
B. Next 3 years
C. Next 2 years
D. Next 10 years

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Answer: C) Next 2 years (till 2025-26)

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323. Which states are selected for the pilot projects under the Digital Agriculture Mission?

A. Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Punjab, Tamil Nadu
B. Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Assam
C. Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Goa
D. Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Uttarakhand

Show Answer

Answer: A) Uttar Pradesh (Farrukhabad), Maharashtra (Beed), Gujarat (Gandhinagar), Punjab (Fatehgarh Sahib), Tamil Nadu (Virudhunagar)

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324. Which two countries does the Teesta River flow through?

A. India and Nepal
B. India and Bhutan
C. India and Myanmar
D. India and Bangladesh

Show Answer

Answer: B) India and Bangladesh

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325. Who set up the Global Centre for Traditional Medicine?

A. United Nations
B. World Health Organization
C. UNESCO
D. Ministry of Ayush

Show Answer

Answer: B) World Health Organization

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326. Where is the Global Centre for Traditional Medicine located?

A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Jaipur
D. Jamnagar

Show Answer

Answer: D) Jamnagar

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327. Where will Tarang Shakti primarily be held?

A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Bangalore
D. Kolkata

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Answer: A) New Delhi

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328. Where did Exercise Red Flag 2024 take place?

A. Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada
B. Edwards Air Force Base, California
C. Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska
D. Lackland Air Force Base, Texas

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Answer: C) Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska

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329. What is Matsya-6000?

A. A deep-sea mining project
B. A marine conservation initiative
C. A three-person submersible
D. A satellite launched into space

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Answer: C) A three-person submersible

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330. Which institution developed Matsya-6000?

A. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
B. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
C. National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT)
D. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

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Answer: C) National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT)

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331. What is the budget allocated for India’s Deep Sea Mission approved in 2021?

A. ₹1,000 Crore
B. ₹2,500 Crore
C. ₹4,077 Crore
D. ₹6,000 Crore

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Answer: C) ₹4,077 Crore

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332. When was the Smart Cities Mission launched in India?

A. 25 June 2013
B. 25 June 2014
C. 25 June 2015
D. 25 June 2016

Show Answer

Answer: C) 25 June 2015

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333. Which ministry oversees the Smart Cities Mission in India?

A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
C. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
D. Ministry of Home Affairs

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Answer: B) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

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334. How many cities were initially selected to be developed under the Smart Cities Mission?

A. 50
B. 75
C. 100
D. 125

Show Answer

Answer: C) 100

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335. What is the total financial support provided by the Central Government over 5 years under the Smart Cities Mission?

A. ₹24,000 Crores
B. ₹36,000 Crores
C. ₹48,000 Crores
D. ₹60,000 Crores

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Answer: C) ₹48,000 Crores

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336. On average, how much financial support does each city receive per year under the Smart Cities Mission?

A. ₹50 Crore
B. ₹75 Crore
C. ₹100 Crore
D. ₹125 Crore

Show Answer

Answer: C) ₹100 Crore

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337. On which date is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day observed?

A. 10th June
B. 15th June
C. 20th June
D. 25th June

Show Answer

Answer: B) 15th June

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338. Which countries are members of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)?

A. China, Russia, United States, India
B. Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Australia
C. Australia, India, Japan, United States
D. Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand

Show Answer

Answer: C) Australia, India, Japan, United States

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339. Which country is NOT a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?

A. Iran
B. Qatar
C. Kuwait
D. Oman

Show Answer

Answer: A) Iran

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340. When was the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) established?

A. 1971
B. 1979
C. 1981
D. 1990

Show Answer

Answer: C) 1981

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341. How many countries supported the Final Joint Communique on a Peace Framework?

A. 60 countries
B. 70 countries
C. 80 countries
D. 90 countries

Show Answer

Answer: C) 80 countries

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342. What was the theme of Global Wind Day organized by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy on 15th June 2024?

A. Wind Power: Harnessing Nature’s Energy
B. Green Energy Revolution
C. Pawan Urja: Powering the Future of India
D. Sustainable Wind Initiatives

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Answer: C. Pawan Urja: Powering the Future of India

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343. What is the notable distinction of the Chenab Rail Bridge?

A. Longest railway bridge
B. Highest railway bridge
C. Oldest railway bridge
D. Widest railway bridge

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Answer: B. Highest railway bridge

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344. When was the iCET initiative first announced by Prime Minister Modi and President Biden?

A. 2020
B. 2021
C. 2022
D. 2023

Show Answer

Answer: C. 2022

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345. Which country leads the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) for the year 2024?

A. Finland
B. Sweden
C. Estonia
D. Norway

Show Answer

Answer: C. Estonia

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346. What organization developed the Bayesian Convolutional Neural Network (BCNN) to predict El Nino and La Nina conditions?

A. NASA
B. NOAA
C. INCOIS
D. European Space Agency

Show Answer

Answer: C. INCOIS

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347. When was INCOIS established?

A. 1989
B. 1995
C. 1999
D. 2005

Show Answer

Answer: C. 1999

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348. What is India’s global ranking in terms of the index mentioned?

A. 150th
B. 160th
C. 170th
D. 176th

Show Answer

Answer: D. 176th

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349. Who was appointed as the first National Security Advisor of India?

A. Brajesh Mishra
B. Ajit Doval
C. MK Narayanan
D. Shivshankar Menon

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Answer: A. Brajesh Mishra

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350. Who publishes the Sustainable Development Report?

A. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
B. World Bank
C. Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)
D. International Monetary Fund (IMF)

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Answer: C. Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)

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351. What bacterial species causes Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS)?

A. Staphylococcus aureus
B. Streptococcus pneumoniae
C. Group A Streptococcus
D. Escherichia coli

Show Answer

Answer: C. Group A Streptococcus

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352. Which greenhouse gas emissions were targeted by the Burp Tax?

A. Carbon dioxide (CO2)
B. Methane (CH4)
C. Nitrous oxide (N2O)
D. Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)

Show Answer

Answer: B. Methane (CH4)

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353. When is World Sickle Cell Day being celebrated in 2024?

A. 10th June
B. 15th June
C. 19th June
D. 25th June

Show Answer

Answer: C. 19th June

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354. What is the theme for World Sickle Cell Day 2024?

A. Uniting Against Sickle Cell
B. Progress in Sickle Cell Research
C. Hope Through Progress: Advancing Care Globally
D. Educating for Sickle Cell Awareness

Show Answer

Answer: C. Hope Through Progress: Advancing Care Globally

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355. Which organization developed the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI)?

A. United Nations (UN)
B. World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence
C. International Maritime Organization (IMO)
D. World Trade Organization (WTO)

Show Answer

Answer: B. World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence

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356. How many Indian ports were ranked among the Top 100 Global Ports in the CPPI 2023?

A. 5
B. 7
C. 9
D. 11

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Answer: C. 9

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357. Which Indian port achieved the highest ranking in the CPPI 2023, reaching the Global Top 20?

A. Mumbai Port
B. Chennai Port
C. Visakhapatnam Port
D. Kolkata Port

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Answer: C. Visakhapatnam Port

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358. Which port topped the CPPI 2023 rankings?

A. Port of Singapore
B. Port of Shanghai
C. Yangshan Port, China
D. Port of Rotterdam

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Answer: C. Yangshan Port, China

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359. After Yangshan Port, which port ranked second in the CPPI 2023?

A. Port of Singapore
B. Port of Rotterdam
C. Port of Salalah, Oman
D. Port of Hamburg, Germany

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Answer: C. Port of Salalah, Oman

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360. What was repealed by the Post Office Act 2023?

A. Indian Postal Act, 1879
B. Indian Post Office Act, 1898
C. Indian Postal Services Act, 1907
D. Indian Post Act, 1912

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Answer: B. Indian Post Office Act, 1898

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361. When was the Lakhpati Didi Initiative announced by the Prime Minister?

A. January 26, 2023
B. March 8, 2023
C. August 15, 2023
D. October 2, 2023

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Answer: C. August 15, 2023

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362. How much annual income is targeted for each household through the Lakhpati Didi Initiative?

A. Rs 50,000
B. Rs 75,000
C. Rs 1 lakh
D. Rs 1.5 lakhs

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Answer: C. Rs 1 lakh

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363. What is Angel Tax primarily applicable to?

A. Income earned from dividends
B. Income from foreign investments
C. Capital raised by unlisted companies through off-market share transactions
D. Income from agricultural activities

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Answer: C. Capital raised by unlisted companies through off-market share transactions

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364. What rate is Angel Tax levied at?

A. 20.6%
B. 25%
C. 30.6%
D. 35.6%

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Answer: C. 30.6%

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365. Where will Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate the new Nalanda University campus?

A. Badh Gaya
B. Varanasi
C. Rajgir
D. Patna

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Answer: C. Rajgir

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366. Who initiated the revival of Nalanda University?

A. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
B. Narendra Modi
C. Jawaharlal Nehru
D. Atal Bihari Vajpayee

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Answer: A. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

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367. What does MAVEN stand for?

A. Mars Atmosphere and Volcanic Eruptions Navigator
B. Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution
C. Martian Atmospheric Variability and Exploration Navigator
D. Martian Atmospheric Volatile Emissions Navigator

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Answer: B. Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution

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368. When was the MAVEN Orbiter launched?

A. 2008
B. 2010
C. 2013
D. 2015

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Answer: C. 2013

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369. Which space agency launched the MAVEN mission?

A. European Space Agency (ESA)
B. China National Space Administration (CNSA)
C. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
D. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Answer: D. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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370. When was the National Monetisation Pipeline initiative announced?

A. Union Budget 2019-20
B. Union Budget 2020-21
C. Union Budget 2021-22
D. Union Budget 2022-23

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Answer: C. Union Budget 2021-22

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371. What is the estimated value of assets targeted for monetization under the National Monetisation Pipeline?

A. Rs 2 lakh crore
B. Rs 4 lakh crore
C. Rs 6 lakh crore
D. Rs 8 lakh crore

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Answer: C. Rs 6 lakh crore

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372. What is the primary objective of the National Monetisation Pipeline initiative?

A. To privatize government-owned assets
B. To improve infrastructure through asset monetization
C. To reduce government expenditure
D. To increase tax revenue

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Answer: B. To improve infrastructure through asset monetization

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373. What type of hearing loss did Singer Alka Yagnik report?

A. Conductive hearing loss
B. Sensorineural hearing loss
C. Mixed hearing loss
D. Auditory neuropathy

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Answer: B. Sensorineural hearing loss

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374. Which class of vessel is INS Sunayna?

A. Aircraft carrier
B. Submarine
C. Offshore Patrol Vessel
D. Destroyer

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Answer: C. Offshore Patrol Vessel

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375. Where was INS Sunayna built?

A. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
B. Hindustan Shipyard Limited
C. Goa Shipyard Limited
D. Cochin Shipyard Limited

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Answer: C. Goa Shipyard Limited

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376. When was the first-ever World Refugee Day celebrated?

A. June 20, 1999
B. June 20, 2000
C. June 20, 2001
D. June 20, 2002

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Answer: C. June 20, 2001

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377. What is the annual date for celebrating World Refugee Day?

A. June 15th
B. June 18th
C. June 20th
D. June 25th

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Answer: C. June 20th

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378. What is the theme for World Refugee Day in 2024?

A. Building Bridges
B. Hope and Resilience
C. For a World Where Refugees Are Welcomed
D. Unity in Diversity

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Answer: C. For a World Where Refugees Are Welcomed

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379. Which country provided the Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR) technology for the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project?

A. United States
B. France
C. Russia
D. China

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Answer: C. Russia

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380. What is the significance of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project in India?

A. It is the oldest nuclear power plant.
B. It is the largest nuclear power plant.
C. It is the first to use thorium-based reactors.
D. It is the first to use solar-powered reactors.

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Answer: B. It is the largest nuclear power plant.

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381. Which Indian organization collaborated with Russia’s Rosatom for the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project?

A. Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
B. Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB)
C. Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
D. Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)

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Answer: C. Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)

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382. What type of reactor technology did the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project introduce to India for the first time?

A. Fast breeder reactor
B. Gas-cooled reactor
C. Pressurised heavy water reactor (PHWR)
D. Pressurised water reactor (PWR)

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Answer: D. Pressurised water reactor (PWR)

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383. Where is the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project located?

A. Maharashtra
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Gujarat
D. Karnataka

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Answer: B. Tamil Nadu

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384. In which year was the World Economic Forum founded?

A. 1950
B. 1960
C. 1970
D. 1980

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Answer: C. 1970

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385. Who founded the World Economic Forum?

A. Bill Gates
B. Warren Buffett
C. Klaus Schwab
D. Elon Musk

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Answer: C. Klaus Schwab

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386. What is the ranking of India on the global Energy Transition Index?

A. 43rd
B. 53rd
C. 63rd
D. 73rd

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Answer: C. 63rd

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387. When was the first International Day of Yoga celebrated?

A. 2013
B. 2014
C. 2015
D. 2016

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Answer: C. 2015

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388. On which date is International Day of Yoga celebrated annually?

A. June 20th
B. June 21st
C. June 22nd
D. June 23rd

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Answer: B. June 21st

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389. Which theme is associated with International Day of Yoga 2024?

A. Yoga for Health and Happiness
B. Yoga for Peace and Harmony
C. Yoga for Self and Society
D. Yoga for Global Unity

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Answer: C. Yoga for Self and Society

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390. Where are the Kolar Gold Fields located?

A. Maharashtra
B. Kerala
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu

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Answer: C. Karnataka

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391. Who appointed Bhartruhari Mahtab as Pro-Tem Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha?

A. Prime Minister
B. Speaker of Lok Sabha
C. President
D. Chief Justice of India

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Answer: C. President

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392. Who was the first Protem Speaker of Lok Sabha?

A. Morarji Desai
B. GV Mavlankar
C. Jawaharlal Nehru
D. Lal Bahadur Shastri

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Answer: B. GV Mavlankar

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393. What was the primary objective of the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2019?

A. To establish reservations based on caste in government jobs and education
B. To provide reservations for economically weaker sections in government jobs and education
C. To abolish reservations entirely in government sectors
D. To provide reservations for religious minorities in government jobs

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Answer: B. To provide a 10% quota for economically weaker sections (EWS) in government jobs and higher education institutions

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394. Which amendment act allocated 33% of seats in directly elected bodies for women?

A. 101st Constitutional Amendment Act
B. 106th Constitutional Amendment Act
C. 109th Constitutional Amendment Act
D. 112th Constitutional Amendment Act

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Answer: B. 106th Constitutional Amendment Act

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395. What percentage of reservations were recommended for OBCs as per the Mandal Commission’s report?

A. 20%
B. 27%
C. 33%
D. 50%

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Answer: B. 27%

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396. In which case did the Supreme Court deliver the judgment that the total quota must never exceed 50%?

A. Golak Nath vs State of Punjab
B. Kesavananda Bharati vs State of Kerala
C. Indra Sawhney vs Union of India
D. Maneka Gandhi vs Union of India

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Answer: C. Indra Sawhney vs Union of India

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