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In 2024, India's 'Unified Payments Interface (UPI)' achieved a milestone of transaction volume. The system is regulated by which authority?
A
SEBI
B
RBI
C
Ministry of Finance
D
NITI Aayog
EXPLANATION
UPI is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and achieved record transaction volumes in 2024, making India a digital payments leader.
The 'Women Entrepreneurship Platform' (WEP) launched by NITI Aayog in 2024 primarily aims to support which category?
A
Only rural women entrepreneurs
B
Women across all sectors and geographies
C
IT sector women exclusively
D
Manufacturing women entrepreneurs only
Correct Answer:
B. Women across all sectors and geographies
EXPLANATION
WEP provides comprehensive support to women entrepreneurs across all sectors and geographical regions through mentoring and funding.
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.
The 'Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0' launched in 2024 focuses primarily on which environmental goal?
A
Only waste management
B
Plastic waste reduction and circular economy
C
Water treatment exclusively
D
Air pollution control only
Correct Answer:
B. Plastic waste reduction and circular economy
EXPLANATION
Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 emphasizes plastic waste reduction, recycling, and promoting circular economy practices.
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 'Kisan Credit Card' scheme was expanded in 2024 to include coverage for which additional purpose?
A
Only crop production
B
Livestock, fisheries, and agricultural equipment
C
Real estate purchase
D
Personal consumption only
Correct Answer:
B. Livestock, fisheries, and agricultural equipment
EXPLANATION
KCC was expanded in 2024 to include livestock, fisheries, and agricultural equipment purchases alongside traditional crop financing.
Which ministry coordinated the launch of 'India's National Strategy on Artificial Intelligence' in 2024?
A
Ministry of Defence
B
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
C
Ministry of Science and Technology
D
Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Correct Answer:
B. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
EXPLANATION
The Ministry of Electronics and IT led the development and launch of India's comprehensive AI strategy in 2024.
The 'National Quantum Mission' announced in 2024 primarily aims to develop quantum technology with investment over how many years?
A
3 years
B
5 years
C
8 years
D
10 years
Correct Answer:
B. 5 years
EXPLANATION
The National Quantum Mission announced in 2024 is a 5-year program to establish quantum technology infrastructure in India.
Which Indian city hosted the 'World Economic Forum's India Economic Summit 2024'?
A
Mumbai
B
Delhi
C
Bengaluru
D
Hyderabad
Correct Answer:
C. Bengaluru
EXPLANATION
Bengaluru hosted the WEF India Economic Summit 2024, highlighting its role as a global business hub.
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.
