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Which Indian state achieved 'Carbon Neutral' certification in 2024 ahead of the national target?
A
Punjab
B
Himachal Pradesh
C
Kerala
D
Sikkim
Correct Answer:
D. Sikkim
EXPLANATION
Sikkim achieved carbon neutral status in 2024 through sustainable practices and renewable energy adoption.
In 2024, India launched 'National Infrastructure Pipeline 2.0' with expected investment focus. What is the primary sector emphasized?
A
Only road infrastructure
B
Green and sustainable infrastructure
C
Railway infrastructure exclusively
D
Urban development only
Correct Answer:
B. Green and sustainable infrastructure
EXPLANATION
NIP 2.0 emphasizes green and sustainable infrastructure development across transportation, renewable energy, and urban sectors.
The 'Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme 2.0' expanded in 2024 to include which new sector?
A
Only textiles
B
Chemicals and pharmaceuticals
C
Green hydrogen and fuel cells
D
Agriculture exclusively
Correct Answer:
C. Green hydrogen and fuel cells
EXPLANATION
PLI Scheme 2.0 was expanded to include green hydrogen and fuel cells as priority sectors for manufacturing incentives.
In 2024, which Indian port achieved the distinction of handling the highest cargo volume in Asia?
A
Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Mumbai)
B
Singapore Port
C
Shanghai Port
D
Port Blair
Correct Answer:
A. Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Mumbai)
EXPLANATION
JN Port in Mumbai achieved record cargo handling capacity in 2024 among Asian ports due to infrastructure improvements.
Which committee was constituted in 2024 to examine the National Pension System (NPS)?
A
Chakraborty Committee
B
Kiran Bedi Committee
C
Tarun Bajaj Committee
D
M. Damodaran Committee
Correct Answer:
D. M. Damodaran Committee
EXPLANATION
The M. Damodaran Committee was set up to review and recommend reforms to the National Pension System.
In 2024, which Indian city was ranked as Asia's most expensive city for expats according to Mercer?
A
Delhi
B
Mumbai
C
Bangalore
D
Hong Kong
Correct Answer:
B. Mumbai
EXPLANATION
Mumbai was ranked as Asia's most expensive city for expats in the 2024 Mercer Cost of Living survey.
Which Indian state achieved the status of 'World's Most Dynamic Region' in 2024 according to Fitch Solutions?
A
Gujarat
B
Tamil Nadu
C
Telangana
D
Karnataka
Correct Answer:
A. Gujarat
EXPLANATION
Gujarat was recognized as the World's Most Dynamic Region by Fitch Solutions for its economic growth and development.
