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Q.21 Hard 2024 Affairs
Which Indian artist won the Golden Lion award at the Venice Biennale 2024?
A Subodh Gupta
B Bharti Kher
C N.S. Harsha
D Sudarshan Shetty
Correct Answer:  B. Bharti Kher
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Bharti Kher's work was among the internationally recognized Indian contemporary art pieces showcased at Venice Biennale 2024.

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Q.22 Hard 2024 Affairs
Which Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) mission successfully deployed India's first private space station module in 2024?
A Gaganyaan-1
B Chandrayaan-3
C Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) Initiative
D Aditya-L1
Correct Answer:  C. Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) Initiative
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India announced plans for its own space station through the Bharatiya Antariksh Station initiative in 2024, moving towards establishing an indigenous orbital platform.

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Q.23 Hard 2024 Affairs
Which Indian state launched a digital currency initiative for micro-transactions in 2024?
A Gujarat
B Kerala
C Haryana
D Karnataka
Correct Answer:  A. Gujarat
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Gujarat launched a blockchain-based digital currency pilot for micro-transactions, promoting financial inclusion in rural areas.

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Q.24 Hard 2024 Affairs
What was the total FDI inflow into India in 2024?
A $72 billion
B $85 billion
C $95 billion
D $105 billion
Correct Answer:  B. $85 billion
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India received approximately $85 billion in Foreign Direct Investment in 2024, maintaining its position as a top investment destination in Asia.

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Q.25 Hard 2024 Affairs
Which Indian city announced the implementation of a cashless public transport system in 2024?
A Mumbai
B Bangalore
C Delhi
D Hyderabad
Correct Answer:  C. Delhi
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Delhi announced comprehensive cashless public transport initiatives, integrating UPI, RFID, and digital wallet systems across buses, metro, and auto-rickshaws.

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Q.26 Hard 2024 Affairs
How many Indian startups achieved unicorn status in 2024?
A 2
B 4
C 6
D 8
Correct Answer:  C. 6
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Approximately 6 Indian startups achieved unicorn status in 2024, bringing the total to over 70 unicorns, reflecting a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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Q.27 Hard 2024 Affairs
Which Indian research institution made breakthrough achievements in quantum computing in 2024?
A IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi joint initiative
B TIFR Mumbai
C Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
D All of the above contributed
Correct Answer:  D. All of the above contributed
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Multiple Indian research institutions collaborated on quantum computing research, with significant progress in quantum hardware development and algorithms during 2024.

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Q.28 Hard 2024 Affairs
Which new bilateral defense agreement did India sign with France in 2024?
A Joint submarine development program
B Enhanced defense technology partnership
C Expanded maritime surveillance cooperation
D All of the above
Correct Answer:  D. All of the above
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India and France strengthened their defense partnership through multiple initiatives including joint manufacturing projects, maritime cooperation, and technology sharing.

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Q.29 Hard 2024 Affairs
Which Indian technology initiative was launched to promote startups in biotechnology and life sciences in 2024?
A BioIndia Fund with government backing
B Tech Valley Initiative
C National Innovation Startup Policy
D Digital India Enterprise Fund
Correct Answer:  A. BioIndia Fund with government backing
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The government launched the BioIndia Fund to provide capital and support to biotechnology startups, positioning India as a biotech innovation hub.

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Q.30 Hard 2024 Affairs
Which Indian state launched an ambitious semiconductor manufacturing hub project in 2024?
A Telangana
B Gujarat
C Karnataka
D Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer:  B. Gujarat
EXPLANATION

Gujarat announced a major semiconductor manufacturing initiative as part of India's broader chip manufacturing strategy to reduce global dependency.

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