1. The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is an initiative of which Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
[B] Ministry of Education
[C] Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
[D] Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Education]
Notes:
The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) and Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) are creating a trusted digital ecosystem for academic records. Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is a digital platform launched by the Ministry of Education. It is regulated by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It enables students to store, manage, transfer, and redeem academic credits earned from recognised educational institutions. It aims to create a flexible and learner-friendly education system by recognising and preserving learning achievements throughout a learner’s life.
2. Where is the headquarters of United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP)?
[A] Jakarta, Indonesia
[B] Manila, Philippines
[C] Bangkok, Thailand
[D] New Delhi, India
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Correct Answer: C [Bangkok, Thailand]
Notes:
A United Nations ESCAP report has warned that developing economies in the Asia-Pacific face an annual climate finance gap of nearly USD 800 billion. The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) is the most inclusive intergovernmental platform in the Asia-Pacific region. It was established in 1947. It aims to promote economic and social development through regional cooperation and integration. The headquarters is located in Bangkok, Thailand.
3. The Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI) is implemented by which organization?
[A] Department of Pharmaceuticals
[B] Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
[C] National Health Systems Resource Centre (NHSRC)
[D] National Medical Commission (NMC)
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Correct Answer: A [Department of Pharmaceuticals]
Notes:
The Department of Pharmaceuticals has invited applications under the Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI). The Scheme is implemented by the Department of Pharmaceuticals under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. It aims to promote domestic manufacturing and strengthen India’s medical device industry. The scheme focuses on manufacturing key components, skill development, clinical studies, common infrastructure, and industry promotion.
4. The Unified Health Interface (UHI), recently launched by the Government of India, functions under which mission?
[A] National Health Mission
[B] Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)
[C] National Health Stack
[D] Digital India Mission
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Correct Answer: B [Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)]
Notes:
The Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare recently launched the Unified Health Interface (UHI). United Health Interface is an interoperable digital network under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). It serves as the service layer of ABDM, enabling seamless access to digital health services. It aims to improve accessibility, transparency, and wider choice of verified healthcare providers. UHI operates through open protocols on the ABDM Gateway, developed and maintained by the National Health Authority (NHA). It enables citizens to discover, book, and access health services through any UHI-enabled application.
