The 'National Biodiversity Action Plan' (NBAP) was last updated in which year?

The correct answer is B: 2018. The NBAP was updated in 2018 to align with the Convention on Biological Diversity's Aichi targets.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in West Bengal is known for its terracotta temples?

The correct answer is C: Bishnupur Group of Temples. The Bishnupur Group of Temples in Bankura district are famous for their intricate terracotta work and were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2024.

The Joydebpur area in West Bengal is historically significant for which industry?

The correct answer is B: Gunpowder and ammunition production. Joydebpur was established as a military cantonment with gunpowder and ammunition factories during the British Raj, making it strategically important.

What is the key feature of the Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 (launched in 2024)?

The correct answer is B: Focus on wastewater management and environmental sustainability. Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0 focuses on wastewater treatment, faecal sludge management, and overall environmental sustainability.

The recently launched 'Mission Mausam' aims to enhance the capability of which sector?

The correct answer is B: Weather and climate services. Mission Mausam focuses on strengthening weather and climate services infrastructure for improved forecasting and early warning systems.

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Q.1 Easy Current Affairs

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

Correct Answer: B. RBI

EXPLANATION

UPI is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and achieved record transaction volumes in 2024, making India a digital payments leader.

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Q.2 Easy Current Affairs

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.

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Q.3 Easy Current Affairs

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.

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Q.4 Easy Current Affairs

The 'National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme' (NAPS) 2024 offers financial incentive to employers primarily to promote which sector?

A Agricultural sector

B Skill development through apprenticeships

C Manufacturing only

D IT sector exclusively

Correct Answer: B. Skill development through apprenticeships

EXPLANATION

NAPS provides financial incentives to employers who hire apprentices across various sectors to promote skill development and employment.

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Q.5 Easy Current Affairs

Which international organization released the 'Global Innovation Index 2024' report in which India was ranked among top 20 nations?

A UN Development Programme

B World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

C International Monetary Fund

D World Economic Forum

Correct Answer: B. World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

EXPLANATION

WIPO releases the annual Global Innovation Index, and India improved its ranking in 2024.

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Q.6 Easy Current Affairs

The PM-KISAN Scheme provides direct income support to:

A Only landless agricultural laborers

B Only large farmers

C Small and marginal farmers

D Only dairy farmers

Correct Answer: C. Small and marginal farmers

EXPLANATION

PM-KISAN provides ₹6000 annually to small and marginal farmers with cultivable land.

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Q.7 Easy Current Affairs

The Ayushman Bharat Scheme primarily targets:

A Medical education improvement

B Health insurance for poor and vulnerable populations

C Traditional medicine research

D Hospital privatization

Correct Answer: B. Health insurance for poor and vulnerable populations

EXPLANATION

Ayushman Bharat provides health insurance coverage of ₹5 lakh per family annually for poor households.

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Q.8 Easy Current Affairs

Who is the current Governor of Reserve Bank of India (as of 2024)?

A Shaktikanta Das

B Sanjay Malhotra

C Raghuram Rajan

D Urjit Patel

Correct Answer: B. Sanjay Malhotra

EXPLANATION

Sanjay Malhotra took office as RBI Governor in December 2023 and continues in 2024.

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Q.9 Easy Current Affairs

The Bharatmala Pariyojana is primarily focused on:

A Railway network expansion

B Highway and road infrastructure development

C Port modernization

D Airport expansion

Correct Answer: B. Highway and road infrastructure development

EXPLANATION

Bharatmala is a centrally sponsored scheme for construction of highways and roads to enhance road connectivity across India.

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Q.10 Easy Current Affairs

What is the primary objective of India's Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMSY)?

A To promote agricultural exports

B To develop sustainable fisheries and aquaculture

C To regulate fishing licenses

D To provide loans for textile industries

Correct Answer: B. To develop sustainable fisheries and aquaculture

EXPLANATION

PMSY aims to develop sustainable, responsible and inclusive fisheries and aquaculture sectors through infrastructure development.

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