Current Affairs
Who became the Chief Minister of Gujarat in December 2022?
A Bhupendra Patel
B Vijay Rupani
C Anandiben Patel
D Nitin Patel
Correct Answer:
A. Bhupendra Patel Explanation:
Bhupendra Patel took oath as Chief Minister of Gujarat in December 2022, succeeding Bhupesh Patel.
What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana launched in 2020?
A To promote organic farming in coastal areas
B To develop fisheries sector and increase fish production
C To establish fishing harbors across all districts
D To eliminate illegal fishing in India
Correct Answer:
B. To develop fisheries sector and increase fish production Explanation:
The scheme aims to develop fisheries sector, increase fish production, and enhance income of fishermen with an investment of ₹20,050 crore.
Which ministry launched the 'Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana' in 2023?
A Ministry of Skill Development
B Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
C Ministry of Labour and Employment
D Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Correct Answer:
B. Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Explanation:
The scheme was launched by the Ministry of MSME to support traditional artisans and craftspeople with credit and skill training.
Which Indian city hosted the International Kite Festival in January 2024?
A Jaipur
B Ahmedabad
C Indore
D Lucknow
Correct Answer:
B. Ahmedabad Explanation:
Ahmedabad in Gujarat hosted the International Kite Festival in January 2024, celebrating the tradition of kite flying during Makar Sankranti.
What is the full form of 'ONDC' in the context of India's e-commerce initiatives?
A Open Network for Digital Commerce
B Omnipresent Network Data Center
C Online Network Digital Corporation
D Operational National Digital Channel
Correct Answer:
A. Open Network for Digital Commerce Explanation:
ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce) is an open digital ecosystem platform launched by India to democratize e-commerce and support MSMEs.
Which Indian space mission successfully demonstrated powered descent and landing on the Moon in 2023?
A Chandrayaan-1
B Chandrayaan-2
C Chandrayaan-3
D Mangalyaan-2
Correct Answer:
C. Chandrayaan-3 Explanation:
Chandrayaan-3 successfully achieved India's first soft landing on the lunar south pole in August 2023, making India the fourth nation to land on the Moon.
What is the primary objective of India's 'PM-WANI' scheme announced in 2024?
A Water management and irrigation
B Public Wi-Fi access across rural areas
C Women entrepreneurship development
D Agricultural modernization
Correct Answer:
B. Public Wi-Fi access across rural areas Explanation:
PM-WANI (Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) aims to provide free public Wi-Fi services across India, particularly in rural areas.
In 2024, India launched which satellite to enhance rural connectivity?
A GSAT-20
B Chandrayaan-4
C Aditya-L1
D EOS-08
Correct Answer:
A. GSAT-20 Explanation:
GSAT-20 is an advanced communication satellite launched in 2024 to provide enhanced broadband connectivity to rural and remote areas of India.
What is the target year for India to achieve 'Net Zero' carbon emissions as per the national commitment?
Explanation:
India has committed to achieving Net Zero carbon emissions by 2070, as announced during international climate summits.
Q.10
Easy
Which renewable energy target did India set to achieve by 2030 in 2024?
A 250 GW
B 350 GW
C 500 GW
D 600 GW
Correct Answer:
C. 500 GW Explanation:
India announced an ambitious target of 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030, reaffirmed in various policy announcements in 2024.
