Which Indian state has been declared as the first 'Water Positive' state by the Government of India in 2024?
Answer: B
Gujarat has been recognized as India's first 'Water Positive' state, achieving groundwater recharge exceeding extraction.
Q.2Medium
What is the rank of India in the Global Innovation Index 2024?
Answer: B
India ranked 37th in the Global Innovation Index 2024, showing improvement in innovation metrics and research output.
Q.3Medium
In 2024, India's inflation rate (CPI) has been primarily managed around which target by the RBI?
Answer: C
The RBI's inflation target under the Monetary Policy Framework is 4% ± 2%, with the medium-term objective set at 4%.
Q.4Medium
What was the theme of National Girl Child Day 2024 in India?
Answer: D
National Girl Child Day 2024 (January 24) focused on the theme 'Educate, Employ, Empower Girls' to promote three key dimensions of girl child development.
Q.5Medium
What is the target of India's 'National Green Hydrogen Mission' launched in 2023?
Answer: B
India's National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to produce 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030 to achieve decarbonization.
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Q.6Medium
Which nation did India sign a landmark 'Technology Partnerships' agreement with in 2024?
Answer: B
India and USA signed significant technology partnerships in 2024 covering semiconductors, AI, and critical minerals under the comprehensive bilateral framework.
Q.7Medium
What was India's GDP growth rate for Q2 (April-June) FY 2024-25?
Answer: B
India's GDP growth rate in Q2 FY 2024-25 was 6.7%, reflecting moderation from previous quarters but maintaining steady expansion.
Q.8Medium
Which Indian state launched the 'Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana' for health coverage?
Answer: C
Rajasthan launched the Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana providing cashless health insurance coverage to all families with zero premium.
Q.9Medium
In 2024, which Indian institution was ranked among the top 50 in the QS World University Rankings?
Answer: A
IIT Bombay secured the highest ranking among Indian institutions in the QS World University Rankings 2024, placing it within the top 50 globally.
Q.10Medium
In 2024, what percentage of India's electricity generation comes from renewable sources?
Answer: C
As of 2024, renewable energy accounts for approximately 35% of India's total installed electricity generation capacity, with target of 50% by 2030.
Q.11Medium
Which Indian economist became the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India in December 2023?
Answer: C
Sanjay Malhotra took office as the 27th Governor of the RBI in December 2023, succeeding Shaktikanta Das with a focus on inflation management and financial stability.
Q.12Medium
In 2024, which major port in Gujarat was granted the status of a 'Major Port' by the central government?
Answer: A
Mundra Port in Gujarat was recognized as a Major Port in 2024, enhancing its operational capabilities and strategic importance.
Q.13Medium
Which scheme launched by the Gujarat government in 2024 aims to provide skill training to rural youth?
Answer: B
The Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalambi Yojana is a state-specific scheme by Gujarat targeting skill development for rural and urban youth.
Q.14Medium
In 2024, which Indian state became the first to implement a comprehensive 'Zero Plastic' policy in all government buildings?
Answer: B
Gujarat launched a comprehensive Zero Plastic policy in 2024, making it the first state to implement such strict measures across all government buildings.
Q.15Medium
Which international organization recognized India's 'Ayushman Bharat' scheme as a model for healthcare in 2024?
Answer: A
The World Health Organization praised India's Ayushman Bharat scheme as a significant healthcare initiative addressing universal health coverage.
Q.16Medium
What was the primary focus of the 'BRICS' summit held in 2024?
Answer: B
The 2024 BRICS summit focused on de-dollarization initiatives and developing alternative payment systems independent of the US dollar.
Q.17Medium
Which Indian state launched the 'Digital Village' initiative in 2024 for comprehensive digital transformation?
Answer: B
Gujarat launched the Digital Village initiative in 2024 to digitize village-level services and promote digital literacy among rural populations.
Q.18Medium
In 2024, which Indian city was recognized as the 'World's Fastest Growing City' by the UN?
Answer: C
Ahmedabad in Gujarat was recognized by the United Nations as one of the world's fastest-growing cities due to its economic and infrastructural development.
Q.19Medium
Which ministry launched the 'National Digital Library' platform in 2024?
Answer: A
The Ministry of Education launched the National Digital Library to provide free access to educational resources and research materials.
Q.20Medium
In 2024, what was India's rank in the Global Innovation Index?
Answer: B
India ranked 20th in the Global Innovation Index 2024, reflecting its increasing contributions to innovation and technology sectors.
