Showing 261–270 of 338 questions
Q.261
Easy
General Studies III
The National Monetization Pipeline (NMP) was launched in which year?
Explanation:
The National Monetization Pipeline was launched by the Government of India in August 2021 to unlock value from government assets.
Q.262
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 EnergyExplanation:
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.263
Easy
General Studies III
The Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana covers a hospitalization of up to how many days?
A30 days
B45 days
C60 days
D90 days
Correct Answer:
C. 60 daysExplanation:
PM-JAY covers up to 60 days of pre and post-hospitalization expenses for eligible families registered under the scheme.
Q.264
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 trillionExplanation:
UPI transactions in 2024 exceeded 400 trillion rupees, making India a global leader in digital payments.
Q.265
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. BirbhumExplanation:
Birbhum district has been actively promoted under PKVY for implementing sustainable and organic farming practices in West Bengal.
Q.266
Easy
General Studies III
What is the target year for India to achieve net-zero carbon emissions as per its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC)?
Explanation:
India has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 as announced during COP26 in Glasgow.
Q.267
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 servicesExplanation:
Mission Mausam focuses on strengthening weather and climate services infrastructure for improved forecasting and early warning systems.
Q.268
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 monthsExplanation:
PMKVY provides skill training with a maximum duration of 12 months depending on the course and qualification framework.
Q.269
Easy
General Studies III
The 'Har Ghar Jal' mission is linked to which Sustainable Development Goal?
ASDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
BSDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation
CSDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
DSDG 13 - Climate Action
Correct Answer:
B. SDG 6 - Clean Water and SanitationExplanation:
Har Ghar Jal directly aligns with SDG 6, aiming to provide safe and affordable drinking water to every household.
Q.270
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 PradeshExplanation:
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme has expanded significantly to cover a larger student base in 2024.
