Govt. Exams
Entrance Exams
No Indian economist won the Nobel Prize in Economics in 2023. Abhijit Banerjee won it in 2019.
The Nilgiri Mountains form a junction between the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats in South India.
# India's First Fully Electric Inter-City Bus Service
This question tests knowledge of recent infrastructure developments and state-wise initiatives in India's public transportation sector.
Step 1: Understanding the Context
India has been actively promoting electric vehicle adoption to reduce carbon emissions and transition towards sustainable transport. Several states have launched EV initiatives, but only one launched the first fully electric inter-city bus service in 2024.
Step 2: Identifying the Correct State
Telangana launched India's first fully electric inter-city bus service in 2024 as part of its commitment to green mobility. This service operates between major cities in the state, marking a significant milestone in India's EV transportation infrastructure.
Final Answer: (B) Telangana
# Solution: Indian State Banning Single-Use Plastics (2024)
Environmental legislation in India varies by state, with some states taking pioneering action on plastic bans before others.
Step 1: Understanding the Question
The question asks which Indian state was the first to pass a comprehensive law banning plastic bags and single-use plastics specifically in 2024, requiring us to identify the state with the earliest legislative action on this environmental issue.
Step 2: Identifying the Correct Answer
Nagaland became the first Indian state to pass a comprehensive law banning plastic bags and single-use plastics in 2024. While other states like Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu have environmental initiatives, Nagaland holds the distinction of being the first to enact such a complete ban through formal legislation in 2024.
Answer: (B) Nagaland
The Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System was announced as a semi-high-speed transit corridor project.
The Godavari river, which flows through South India, is traditionally known as 'Daksin Ganga' due to its sacred significance.
Nanda Devi National Park in Uttarakhand protects the alpine musk deer and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As of 2024, no female has been appointed as Chief of Indian Air Force; Air Chief Marshal Brijesh D Jayal is the current chief.
# Solution: India's First Underwater Metro Tunnel (2024)
India inaugurated its first-ever underwater metro tunnel in 2024, marking a significant milestone in the country's infrastructure development and urban transportation systems.
Step 1: Identify the Project
The underwater metro tunnel project is part of the Kolkata Metro Rail System expansion, specifically connecting two important locations beneath the Hooghly River to enhance connectivity in West Bengal's capital city.
Step 2: Verify the Location
Kolkata was selected for this prestigious project due to its geographic necessity (crossing the Hooghly River), advanced engineering requirements, and importance as a major metropolitan center. This tunnel significantly improves inter-district connectivity and reduces travel time for commuters.
Correct Answer: (B) Kolkata
Odisha became the first state to achieve 100% rural electrification under the Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya) scheme.
