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Q.131
Medium
General Studies III
Which of the following states has the highest forest cover percentage in India as per the India State of Forest Report 2023?
AMizoram
BNagaland
CArunachal Pradesh
DManipur
Correct Answer:
A. Mizoram
Explanation:
Mizoram has the highest forest cover at approximately 85% of its total area according to the 2023 India State of Forest Report.
Q.132
Medium
General Studies III
Which ministry is responsible for implementing the National Green Hydrogen Mission launched in 2023?
AMinistry of Power
BMinistry of New and Renewable Energy
CMinistry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
DMinistry of Heavy Industries
Correct Answer:
B. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Explanation:
The National Green Hydrogen Mission was launched by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy with a target to produce 5 MMT of green hydrogen by 2030.
Q.133
Medium
General Studies III
India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) crossed how many transactions in 2024 (annual figure)?
A200 trillion
B300 trillion
C400 trillion
D500 trillion
Correct Answer:
C. 400 trillion
Explanation:
UPI transactions in 2024 exceeded 400 trillion rupees, making India a global leader in digital payments.
Q.134
Medium
General Studies III
Which district in West Bengal has been recently recognized for organic farming practices under the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana?
ABirbhum
BPurulia
CBankura
DPaschim Medinipur
Correct Answer:
A. Birbhum
Explanation:
Birbhum district has been actively promoted under PKVY for implementing sustainable and organic farming practices in West Bengal.
Q.135
Medium
General Studies III
The recently launched 'Mission Mausam' aims to enhance the capability of which sector?
AAgriculture forecasting
BWeather and climate services
COcean observation
DDisaster management
Correct Answer:
B. Weather and climate services
Explanation:
Mission Mausam focuses on strengthening weather and climate services infrastructure for improved forecasting and early warning systems.
Q.136
Medium
General Studies III
Under the PMKVY (Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana), what is the maximum duration of skill training provided?
A3 months
B6 months
C12 months
D18 months
Correct Answer:
C. 12 months
Explanation:
PMKVY provides skill training with a maximum duration of 12 months depending on the course and qualification framework.
Q.137
Medium
General Studies III
Which state has implemented the 'Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme' covering maximum number of students in 2024?
AKarnataka
BMaharashtra
CTamil Nadu
DUttar Pradesh
Correct Answer:
D. Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme has expanded significantly to cover a larger student base in 2024.
Q.138
Medium
General Studies III
The 'GATI Shakti' multimodal connectivity scheme aims to reduce logistics costs by approximately what percentage?
Explanation:
GATI Shakti aims to reduce logistics costs by approximately 15% through integrated multimodal infrastructure development.
Q.139
Medium
General Studies III
Which of the following is a correct statement regarding India's Atal Pension Yojana (APY)?
AIt covers workers aged 18-60 years with guaranteed pension between Rs. 1000-5000 per month
BIt is exclusively for organized sector workers
CGovernment contribution is fixed at Rs. 500 annually
DIt requires minimum 40 years of contribution
Correct Answer:
A. It covers workers aged 18-60 years with guaranteed pension between Rs. 1000-5000 per month
Explanation:
APY covers workers aged 18-60 years and guarantees a minimum pension of Rs. 1000-5000 per month depending on contribution tier.
Q.140
Medium
General Studies III
The recent 'National Startup Policy 2023' aims to create how many startup ecosystems across India?
Explanation:
The National Startup Policy 2023 aims to develop 100 startup hubs and ecosystems across different regions of India.