India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs
1. Which institution has conducted maiden flight trail of Sea-based endo-atmospheric interceptor missile?
[A] ISRO
[B] DRDO
[C] HAL
[D] BHEL
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Correct Answer: B [DRDO]
Notes:
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy recently conducted the maiden flight trail of a sea-based endo-atmospheric interceptor missile off the coast of Odisha in West Bengal.
It sought to bring India into the elite club of nations with Naval BMD capability.
2. Manamadurai Pottery’ which received GI Tag, is from which state/ UT?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Karnataka
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: B [Tamil Nadu]
Notes:
Manamadurai pottery from Tamil Nadu recently received Geographical Indications (GI) tag. The Vaigai river enriches the clay used for the Manamadurai pottery.
Manamadurai in Sivagangai district is known for pottery making. The circumference of the pot and the neck should be proportionate so that the pot sits flat on the ground.
3. ‘MV MA Lisha’ is an India-made ferry that was commissioned recently in which country?
[A] South Africa
[B] Guyana
[C] Egypt
[D] Sudan
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Correct Answer: B [Guyana]
Notes:
Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) -made MV MA Lisha is an India-made ferry that was commissioned recently in Georgetown in Guyana.
The ferry is 70 metres long and propelled by two diesel engines and it is the largest and fastest ferry to operate in the riverine and coastal parts of the northwest district of Guyana. 185 years ago, two ships- SS Whitby and SS Hesperus, left from Kolkata with Indian workers for Guyana.
4. Which state/UT announced a ‘Summer Action Plan’, which involves the participation of 30 government departments?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] New Delhi
[C] Chhattisgarh
[D] Punjab
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Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Notes:
Delhi Chief Minister recently announced a ‘Summer action plan’ to combat air pollution during summer months. It involves the participation of 30 government departments.
The primary focus of the action plan is on dust pollution, which has been a major contributor to the city’s worsening air quality.
5. Which country/region’s regulator derecognised six Indian central counterparties?
[A] USA
[B] Australia
[C] European Union
[D] Germany
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Correct Answer: C [European Union]
Notes:
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the European Union (EU’s) financial markets regulator and supervisor, has derecognised six Indian central counterparties (CCPs).
These six CCPs are The Clearing Corporation of India (CCIL), Indian Clearing Corporation Ltd (ICCL), NSE Clearing Ltd (NSCCL), Multi Commodity Exchange Clearing (MCXCCL), India International Clearing Corporation (IFSC) Ltd (IICC) and NSE IFSC Clearing Corporation Ltd (NICCL).
6. Which company has launched skill development programme for quantum computing in India?
[A] Microsoft
[B] AWS
[C] Google
[D] Apple
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Correct Answer: B [AWS]
Notes:
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched two skill development programmes for quantum computing in India.
The company is collaborating with academic institutions and learning platforms to integrate Amazon Braket — a fully managed quantum computing service.
7. Which Union Ministry announced the finalization of the Model Prisons Act, 2023?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Defence
[C] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[D] Ministry of External Affairs
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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Home Affairs]
Notes:
Union Ministry of Home Affairs recently announced the finalization of the Model Prisons Act, 2023. There is no provision for reform and rehabilitation of prisoners in the existing Act. The new act is expected to serve as the guiding document for states and for the adoption in their respective jurisdictions.
8. Which state/UT has announced to launch a ‘5G Technology Training Programme’?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Assam
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: B [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
The state government of Uttar Pradesh is planning to launch a 5G technology training programme under the Skill Development Mission.
It seeks to create skilled workforce for operating the new and future employable technologies.
9. The ‘Riverine Based Religious Tourism Circuit’ will connect seven significant religious sites located near which city?
[A] Chandigarh
[B] Guwahati
[C] Kochi
[D] Vishakhapatnam
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Correct Answer: B [Guwahati]
Notes:
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed recently for the creation of a ‘Riverine Based Religious Tourism Circuit.’
It will enable the establishment of a contemporary ferry service, following a ‘Hop On Hop Off’ model, that will connect seven significant religious sites located near Guwahati.
10. Which state launched the ‘Patch Reporting App’ to make the roads in state free of pot holes?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Assam
[C] Gujarat
[D] Bihar
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Correct Answer: A [Uttarakhand]
Notes:
Patch Reporting App was launched recently by the Uttarakhand Chief Minister to make the roads free of potholes in the state.
It was developed by the state’s Public Works Department. This app allows any person to submit a detailed complaint by capturing pictures of potholes on the nearby roads.
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