1. Ambazari Lake, that was recently seen in news, is located in which state?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Gujarat
[C] Karnataka
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: A [Maharashtra ]
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Ambazari Lake has recently witnessed intensified efforts to remove invasive water hyacinth using high-capacity harvester machines. The lake is located near the southwestern border of Nagpur, Maharashtra and is the city’s oldest and largest lake. Ambazari Lake was constructed in 1870 during the rule of the Bhonsle dynasty. It was originally developed as a reservoir to supply water to Nagpur and served the city’s water needs for more than three decades. The lake is historically linked to the origin of the Nag River, which flows from it.
2. Haryana’s first constellation garden has been developed at which wildlife sanctuary?
[A] Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary
[B] Saraswati Wildlife Sanctuary
[C] Khaparwas Wildlife Sanctuary
[D] Nahar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: B [Saraswati Wildlife Sanctuary]
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Haryana’s first constellation garden has been developed at Saraswati Wildlife Sanctuary in the Seonsar forest area of Pehowa. The sanctuary is located in the districts of Kaithal district and Kurukshetra district. It is culturally linked to the mythical Saraswati River, believed to have flowed through the region. A 400-year-old Mughal-era well made of lakhauri bricks is also located within the sanctuary.
3. Bismarck Sea, that was recently seen in news, is located in which ocean?
[A] Indian Ocean
[B] Atlantic Ocean
[C] Arctic Ocean
[D] Pacific Ocean
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Correct Answer: D [Pacific Ocean ]
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A recent submarine volcanic eruption in the Bismarck Sea has highlighted the limited mapping of Earth’s deep ocean floor. The Bismarck Sea is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean near the northeast coast of Papua New Guinea. It is surrounded by the Bismarck Archipelago, including the Admiralty Islands, New Ireland, and New Britain. The sea connects to the Pacific Ocean and the Solomon Sea through the Vitiaz and Dampier Straits and St. George’s Channel.
4. Khet Bachao Abhiyan” is implemented by which institution?
[A] Indian Council of Agricultural Research
[B] National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
[C] Food Corporation of India
[D] Department of Rural Development
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Correct Answer: A [Indian Council of Agricultural Research]
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Indian Council of Agricultural Research under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education has achieved significant progress through the nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan. The campaign promotes soil health, balanced fertiliser use, and sustainable agriculture practices among farmers.NUnder the initiative, over 12,979 awareness camps and seminars were organised, reaching around 7.17 lakh farmers across India. “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” is implemented by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under the guidance of the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
5. Which ministry launched the JEEVAN mobile application and SHATAYU dashboard?
[A] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
[B] Ministry of Rural Development
[C] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
[D] Ministry of Women and Child Development
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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment]
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Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the JEEVAN mobile application and SHATAYU dashboard for senior citizens. JEEVAN stands for “Joint Elderly Empowerment and Virtual Assistance Network.” The app aims to improve safety, healthcare access, welfare support, and social inclusion for elderly citizens in India. SHATAYU stands for “Senior Holistic Care Assistance and Training For Your Utility” and supports caregiving services for senior citizens. The SHATAYU dashboard provides district-wise and state-wise information on the availability of geriatric caregivers across the country.
