1. Recently, Election Commission of India started the ‘Mera Pehla Vote Desh Ke Liye’ campaign with which ministry?
[A] Ministry of Education
[B] Ministry of Home Affairs
[C] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
[D] Ministry of Defence
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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Education]
Notes:
The Ministry of Education conducted the “Mera Pehla Vote Desh Ke Liye” from Feb 28 to Mar 6, 2024, aiming to engage and encourage youth in the electoral process. UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar issued a call to inspire and mobilize first-time voters, urging all to support the campaign. The nationwide initiative, in collaboration with the Election Commission of India, seeks to raise electoral awareness among the youth, fostering universal enlightened participation in elections.
2. Which state recently passed a bill aimed at curbing illegal immigration?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Punjab
[C] Haryana
[D] Bihar
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Correct Answer: C [Haryana]
Notes:
The Haryana Assembly passed nine bills, including the Haryana Registration and Regulation of Travel Agents Bill, 2024, aimed at curbing illegal immigration and addressing the issue of unregistered travel agents exploiting youth. Home Minister Anil Vij highlighted the seriousness of the problem. Additionally, a bill to regulate private coaching institutions was passed to protect students’ and guardians’ interests. The bills were part of the concluding day of the week-long Budget session, with some introduced earlier.
3. Which organizations recently collaborated to launch the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund?
[A] International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank
[B] International Labour Organization (ILO) and World Bank
[C] International Trade Centre (ITC) and World Trade Organization (WTO)
[D] World Health Organization (WHO) and International Monetary Fund (IMF)
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Correct Answer: C [International Trade Centre (ITC) and World Trade Organization (WTO)]
Notes:
The International Trade Centre (ITC) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) have jointly initiated the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund, with a substantial investment of USD 50 million. This global fund aims to support women-led businesses and entrepreneurs in developing economies and least-developed countries by facilitating the adoption of digital technologies. The primary objective is to enhance the online presence of these enterprises, enabling them to thrive in the digital economy.
4. Recently, which Indian received an Honorary Knighthood from United Kingdom’s King Charles III?
[A] Rajan Bharti Mittal
[B] Sunil Bharti Mittal
[C] Sushil Kumar Sayal
[D] Akhil Gupta
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Correct Answer: B [Sunil Bharti Mittal ]
Notes:
King Charles III of the United Kingdom awarded Sunil Bharti Mittal, the founder and chairman of Bharti Enterprises, an honorary Knighthood. The honor is titled Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE), one of the highest honors given by the British Sovereign to civilians.
5. Chapchar Kut festival, recently seen in the news, is celebrated in which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Mizoram
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: B [Mizoram ]
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Mizoram’s Chapchar Kut festival, celebrated at the Assam Rifles Ground in Aizawl, showed vibrant Mizo traditions with Cheraw and Chai dances. The spring festival, marked by clearing forests for jhum cultivation, featured locals in colorful attire, engaging in folk dances and songs. Chapchar Kut, observed annually in March, attracted a diverse crowd, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the Mizo community in a day-long celebration.
6. Recently, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) commissioned its first indigenously-manufactured electrolyzer at which place?
[A] Hazira, Gujarat
[B] Ajmer, Rajasthan
[C] Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
[D] Indore, Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Hazira, Gujarat]
Notes:
In March 2024, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) commissioned its first indigenously-manufactured electrolyzer at the Green Hydrogen Plant at A M Naik Heavy Engineering Complex in Hazira, Gujarat. The electrolyzer is developed and assembled in India and conforms to international standards. L&T plans to use its giga-scale facility in Hazira to meet the growing demand for green hydrogen. They also plan to maximize product localization through enhanced local supply chain and automation for cost-competitiveness.
7. ‘e-Kisan Upaj Nidhi’, recently seen in the news, is launched by which ministry?
[A] Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
[B] Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
[C] Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
[D] Ministry of Food Processing Industries
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution]
Notes:
Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Minister Piyush Goyal unveiled the ‘e-Kisan Upaj Nidhi’ initiative in New Delhi, aiming to make the agriculture sector the cornerstone of ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. The digital gateway, developed by the Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA), streamlines farmers’ warehousing logistics through technology, ensuring fair prices for produce. Goyal also announced a reduction in security deposit charges at WDRA warehouses, from three percent to one percent, encouraging more farmers, particularly small-scale ones, to utilize the facilities and boost their income.
8. India has successfully brought down the extreme rate of poverty below what percent of its population, according to ‘World Poverty Clock’?
[A] 3 %
[B] 4 %
[C] 5 %
[D] 6 %
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Correct Answer: A [3 %]
Notes:
India has successfully reduced extreme poverty, with under 3% of its population living below the poverty line, in accordance with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal. Recent data from the World Poverty Clock, supported by organizations such as IFAD and Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, highlights India’s significant strides towards ending extreme poverty, a key global objective set for achievement by 2030.
9. Ratlam Riyawan Garlic, which has recently received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, belongs to which state?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] Odisha
[D] Tripura
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Correct Answer: A [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
Riyawan village’s garlic in Jaora, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for its bold flavors and high oil content. Each bulb contains five to six cloves known for their pungent taste and medicinal properties. The recognition highlights the unique qualities of Riyawan garlic, distinguishing it from other varieties.
10. Recently, which country became the 32nd member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)?
[A] Egypt
[B] Sweden
[C] India
[D] Malaysia
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Correct Answer: B [Sweden ]
Notes:
Sweden became the 32nd member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) 2024 after completing its accession process in Washington. Sweden’s application to join NATO came two years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine raised security concerns. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said that Sweden’s accession makes NATO stronger, Sweden safer, and the whole Alliance more secure.