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The 'National Urban Mobility Mission 2024' focuses on sustainable urban transport. Which transport mode has been identified as a priority for reduction of urban congestion in tier-2 and tier-3 cities?
A Metro rail expansion exclusively
B Rapid Bus Transport (RBT) and e-buses
C Private vehicle subsidies
D Helicopter services
Correct Answer:  B. Rapid Bus Transport (RBT) and e-buses
EXPLANATION

The mission prioritizes Rapid Bus Transport systems and electric buses as cost-effective, scalable solutions for sustainable mobility in smaller cities, avoiding the high infrastructure costs of metro systems.

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Which state government launched the 'Mission Millet 2024' to promote millet cultivation as a climate-resilient crop and support the UN International Year of Millets declaration?
A Karnataka
B Rajasthan
C Maharashtra
D Gujarat
Correct Answer:  B. Rajasthan
EXPLANATION

Rajasthan launched Mission Millet 2024 to promote millet farming, recognizing millets' role in food security, nutrition, and climate resilience, aligned with the 2023 International Year of Millets.

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In the context of India's labor reforms in 2024, how many labor codes have been consolidated from the earlier fragmented structure?
A 3 labor codes
B 4 labor codes
C 5 labor codes
D 6 labor codes
Correct Answer:  B. 4 labor codes
EXPLANATION

India consolidated 44 labor laws into 4 comprehensive labor codes (Code on Wages, Industrial Relations Code, Code on Social Security, and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code) to streamline labor regulation.

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The 'National Logistics Policy 2024' aims to reduce logistics costs in India from the current 13-14% of GDP to what target percentage by 2030?
A 8-9%
B 10-11%
C 6-7%
D 12%
Correct Answer:  A. 8-9%
EXPLANATION

The policy targets reducing logistics costs to 8-9% of GDP by 2030 through infrastructure development and digitalization of supply chains.

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Which international organization did India join as a full member in 2024 to strengthen its role in global semiconductor supply chains?
A Semiconductor Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRIP)
B Global Chip Alliance (GCA)
C International Semiconductor Forum (ISF)
D World Microelectronics Council (WMC)
Correct Answer:  A. Semiconductor Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRIP)
EXPLANATION

India joined SCRIP in 2024 to collaborate with developed nations on semiconductor manufacturing and supply chain resilience, aligning with the National Semiconductor Mission.

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The 'National e-Governance Plan 2.0' emphasizes transformation in which key area?
A Defense technology
B Citizen-centric digital services delivery
C Private sector digitalization
D Space exploration
Correct Answer:  B. Citizen-centric digital services delivery
EXPLANATION

The plan focuses on delivering essential government services digitally, improving transparency, and enhancing citizen engagement through technology.

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Which Indian state achieved the highest renewable energy capacity addition in 2024?
A Gujarat
B Tamil Nadu
C Rajasthan
D Maharashtra
Correct Answer:  A. Gujarat
EXPLANATION

Gujarat continued its leadership in renewable energy with the highest capacity additions, particularly in solar and wind sectors.

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India's 'Digital Payment Promotion Scheme' aims to encourage digital transactions in which segment?
A Urban areas only
B Large corporations
C Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)
D Government offices
Correct Answer:  C. Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)
EXPLANATION

The scheme provides incentives to MSMEs to adopt digital payment methods, improving financial inclusion and transaction transparency.

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The 'National Maritime Agenda 2024' aims to reduce shipping costs by what percentage?
A 15%
B 20%
C 30%
D 25%
Correct Answer:  C. 30%
EXPLANATION

The agenda targets 30% reduction in shipping costs through infrastructure development, digitalization, and improved port efficiency.

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India's 'Startup India 2.0' initiative launched in 2024 focuses on which new aspect?
A Only tax exemptions
B Deep tech and climate tech startups
C Retail businesses
D Service sector exclusively
Correct Answer:  B. Deep tech and climate tech startups
EXPLANATION

Startup India 2.0 emphasizes support for deep tech and climate technology startups to address innovation gaps and sustainability challenges.

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