The Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, the 19th-century spiritual leader, established the Ramakrishna Mission in which West Bengal city?

The correct answer is B: Kolkata. Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and his disciple Swami Vivekananda established the Ramakrishna Mission in Kolkata, which has become a major spiritual and educational institution in India.

In the context of WBPSC recruitment, which commission is responsible for conducting the examination?

The correct answer is B: West Bengal Public Service Commission. WBPSC (West Bengal Public Service Commission) conducts state-level examinations for recruitment to various state services.

The Mahishmati River is a tributary of which major river in West Bengal?

The correct answer is A: Ganges. The Mahishmati (also spelled Mahananda) is a tributary of the Ganges River flowing through West Bengal.

How many members does the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) consist of, including the Chairperson?

The correct answer is B: 11. UPSC has a Chairperson and 10 other members, making a total of 11 members.

The 'Bhuvan' platform developed by ISRO primarily serves which purpose?

The correct answer is B: Geospatial data and satellite imagery services. Bhuvan is ISRO's geospatial platform providing free access to satellite imagery and data for development and governance applications.

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Q.1 Hard Current Affairs

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.

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Q.2 Hard Current Affairs

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.

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Q.3 Hard Current Affairs

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.

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Q.4 Hard Current Affairs

In 2024, which Indian port achieved the distinction of handling the highest cargo volume in Asia?

A Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Mumbai)

B Singapore Port

C Shanghai Port

D Port Blair

Correct Answer: A. Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Mumbai)

EXPLANATION

JN Port in Mumbai achieved record cargo handling capacity in 2024 among Asian ports due to infrastructure improvements.

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Q.5 Hard Current Affairs

Which committee was constituted in 2024 to examine the National Pension System (NPS)?

A Chakraborty Committee

B Kiran Bedi Committee

C Tarun Bajaj Committee

D M. Damodaran Committee

Correct Answer: D. M. Damodaran Committee

EXPLANATION

The M. Damodaran Committee was set up to review and recommend reforms to the National Pension System.

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Q.6 Hard Current Affairs

In 2024, which Indian city was ranked as Asia's most expensive city for expats according to Mercer?

A Delhi

B Mumbai

C Bangalore

D Hong Kong

Correct Answer: B. Mumbai

EXPLANATION

Mumbai was ranked as Asia's most expensive city for expats in the 2024 Mercer Cost of Living survey.

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Q.7 Hard Current Affairs

Which Indian state achieved the status of 'World's Most Dynamic Region' in 2024 according to Fitch Solutions?

A Gujarat

B Tamil Nadu

C Telangana

D Karnataka

Correct Answer: A. Gujarat

EXPLANATION

Gujarat was recognized as the World's Most Dynamic Region by Fitch Solutions for its economic growth and development.

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Q.8 Hard General Studies III

Under the 'Mission Life' (LiFE - Lifestyle for Environment) initiative launched in 2022, which behavioral change is most emphasized for citizens to combat climate change?

A Complete abandonment of fossil fuel usage immediately

B Adoption of mindful and deliberate consumption patterns as individual and collective action

C Mandatory participation in tree-planting drives every month

D Conversion of all agricultural land to organic farming within two years

Correct Answer: B. Adoption of mindful and deliberate consumption patterns as individual and collective action

EXPLANATION

Mission LiFE promotes 'Conscious Consumption' and sustainable living through deliberate choices in daily life rather than extreme measures. It focuses on collective behavioral transformation toward environmental sustainability.

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Q.9 Hard General Studies III

Which state in India has the highest forest cover percentage as per the latest State of Forest Report 2023?

A Arunachal Pradesh

B Mizoram

C Meghalaya

D Tripura

Correct Answer: A. Arunachal Pradesh

EXPLANATION

Arunachal Pradesh has the highest forest cover percentage in India at approximately 79.33% of its total area.

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Q.10 Hard General Studies III

The 'National Action Plan on Climate Change' identifies how many missions for climate action?

A 6 missions

B 8 missions

C 10 missions

D 12 missions

Correct Answer: B. 8 missions

EXPLANATION

The National Action Plan identifies 8 missions covering solar energy, enhanced energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, and climate-resilient infrastructure.

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