1. What is the main purpose of the Sangyaan App, recently launched by Railway Protection Force (RPF)?
[A] To provide train schedules
[B] To educate and empower RPF personnel by providing information about criminal laws
[C] To monitor train ticket bookings
[D] To provide health tips to RPF personnel
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Correct Answer: B [To educate and empower RPF personnel by providing information about criminal laws]
Notes:
The Director General of Railway Protection Force (RPF) has launched the Sangyaan App, developed by the RPF Tech Team. It educates RPF Personnel on new criminal laws like Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) 2023. This mobile tool aims to enhance legal knowledge and operational relevance, offering comprehensive insights into legal provisions for effective RPF operations.
2. Which ministry has recently launched virtual NQAS assessment and spot food licence initiative to ensure healthcare for all ?
[A] Ministry of Women and Child Development
[B] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
[C] Ministry of Science and Technology
[D] Ministry of Power
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Health and Family Welfare]
Notes:
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched two initiatives: Virtual NQAS Assessment for Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAM) and Integrated Public Health Laboratories (IPHL), ensuring compliance with Indian Public Health Standards (IPHS). The Spot Food License Initiative uses the Food safety and compliance system (FoSCoS) platform for instant licensing and registration across India, aiming to streamline processes. These initiatives support “Healthcare for All” by enhancing real-time monitoring of health facilities and simplifying food safety compliance.
3. Recently, which country has successfully developed and certified SEBEX 2, a new explosive that is 2.01 times more lethal than standard Trinitrotoluene (TNT)?
[A] India
[B] Bangladesh
[C] France
[D] Afghanistan
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Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
India has certified SEBEX 2, an explosive 2.01 times more potent than TNT, developed for bombs and warheads. Approved by the Indian Navy, it’s touted as one of the world’s most powerful non-nuclear explosives. SEBEX 2 promises enhanced destructive capability without added weight, aiming to revolutionize military ordnance. Its development signals potential for significant exports in defense technology.
4. Which two states recently signed an agreement for the implementation of the Rs 72,000 crore Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal river linking project?
[A] Haryana and Punjab
[B] Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
[C] Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand
[D] Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
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Correct Answer: B [Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan Chief Ministers signed an MoU for the Rs 72,000 crore Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal river linking project in Bhopal. This initiative aims to transfer surplus water from Southern Rajasthan’s rivers to water-scarce districts in southeastern Rajasthan and parts of Madhya Pradesh. It will irrigate 2.8 lakh hectares and benefit 13 districts in Rajasthan, along with Malwa and Chambal regions in Madhya Pradesh, fostering interstate cooperation and developmental corridors between religious sites.
5. MK Ranjitsinh & ors v. Union of India & ors case, recently seen in the news, is related with which issue?
[A] Poverty and Hunger
[B] Climate change
[C] Triple Talaq
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: B [Climate change]
Notes:
India’s Supreme Court, in M.K. Ranjitsinh and Ors. Vs. Union of India & Ors., has set a precedent in climate change jurisprudence. The landmark judgment establishes the right to ‘be free from the adverse effects of climate change’ as a fundamental right under Articles 21 and 14 of the Constitution. This decision shapes India’s climate policy by influencing governance and legislation, highlighting the judiciary’s role in addressing environmental challenges and protecting citizens’ rights.
6. Which country recently introduced holographic technology in new banknotes?
[A] Japan
[B] China
[C] Nepal
[D] France
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Correct Answer: A [Japan]
Notes:
Japan introduced new banknotes featuring advanced holography, creating 3D rotating portraits of historic figures as an anti-counterfeit measure. This innovative technology marks the world’s first use of such holography on currency. The redesign, Japan’s first in 20 years, aims to enhance security and prevent counterfeiting.
7. Which university recently collaborated with the Haryana government for the establishment of a centre of excellence in forensic science training in Panchkula?
[A] National Law University
[B] Indian Institute of Science
[C] Banaras Hindu University
[D] Gujarat Forensic Sciences University
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Correct Answer: D [Gujarat Forensic Sciences University]
Notes:
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Government of Haryana and the National Forensic Science University (NFSU), Gandhinagar, in Panchkula. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister Manohar Lal, and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh attended. This collaboration aims to enhance Haryana’s criminal justice system by leveraging NFSU’s expertise. Forensic teams will visit for serious offences, increasing the demand for forensic experts.
8. Tianlong-3 space rocket, recently seen in news, is associated with which country?
[A] China
[B] Japan
[C] Vietnam
[D] Indonesia
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Correct Answer: A [China]
Notes:
The private Chinese rocket Tianlong-3 crashed after accidental launches during a test run. Developed by Beijing Tianbing (Space Pioneer), Tianlong-3 is a medium-lift orbital launch vehicle, partially reusable up to ten times, with the first stage capable of autonomous vertical landing. It can launch medium-sized payloads to low Earth orbit (LEO) and sun-synchronous orbit (SSO), and its performance is comparable to SpaceX’s Falcon 9.
9. Recently, who won the Leon Masters Chess Championship for the 10th time?
[A] Fabiano Caruana
[B] Viswanathan Anand
[C] Sergey Karjakin
[D] Magnus Carlsen
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Correct Answer: B [Viswanathan Anand]
Notes:
Former world chess champion Viswanathan Anand of India won the Leon Masters chess championship for the 10th time by defeating Jaime Santos Latasa of Spain 3-1 in the final on June 30, 2024, in Leon, Spain. Anand, a five-time world champion, has previously won the tournament in 1996, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2011, and 2016. The Leon Masters features four players, including Arjun Erigaisi and Veselin Topalov.
10. Where was the 16th edition of the India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise ‘Nomadic Elephant’ held?
[A] Kolkata, West Bengal
[B] Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
[C] Umroi, Meghalaya
[D] Guwahati, Assam
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Correct Answer: C [Umroi, Meghalaya]
Notes:
The 16th India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant started at Umroi, Meghalaya, running from July 3 to 16, 2024. It involves 45 Indian personnel and Mongolian Army’s 150 Quick Reaction Force Battalion. The annual event, alternating between the countries, focuses on counter-insurgency in semi-urban and mountainous terrain. Key attendees include Mongolian Ambassador Dambajavyn Ganbold and Major General Prasanna Joshi. The exercise enhances interoperability and defense cooperation.
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