Polity & Governance Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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How many direct selling entities were issued notices by the CCPA for violating the Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, as announced on 13 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 17
PIB (Consumer Affairs): the CCPA issued notices to 17 entities found violating the Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021; 13 of them are under investigation.
In which year were the Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules notified by the Government of India?
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Correct answer: C — 2021
PIB (Consumer Affairs): the Government notified the Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021, establishing a framework to regulate direct selling entities.
Which of the following is NOT among the three major signs, listed by the CCPA in December 2024, that a product is being used to disguise a pyramid scheme?
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Correct answer: D — Products sold only through online platforms
PIB (Consumer Affairs): the three signs listed are a large joining fee or investment, compensation paid for recruiting, and no right of return, buy-back or cooling-off period. Online selling is not one of them.
Where were the National Panchayat Awards 2024 conferred by President Droupadi Murmu on 11 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the National Panchayat Awards Conferment Ceremony 2024 was held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
How many awardees received the National Panchayat Awards 2024 on 11 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — 45
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the President conferred National Panchayat Awards upon 45 awardees (42 Panchayats and 3 Capacity Building Institutes).
On which day are the National Panchayat Awards usually presented, before being rescheduled to 11 December in 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 24 April
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the awards are usually celebrated on 24 April, National Panchayati Raj Day; due to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections the ceremony was rescheduled to 11 December.
About how many Gram Panchayats participated in the National Panchayat Awards 2024 competition?
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Correct answer: B — 1.94 lakh
PIB (11 Dec 2024): 1.94 lakh Gram Panchayats participated in the competition this year.
Consider the following about the National Panchayat Awards 2024: 1. The awards were revamped in 2022 to align with the Localization of Sustainable Development Goals (LSDGs). 2. Prize money of Rs 46 crore was transferred digitally to the awardees. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB (11 Dec 2024): in 2022 the awards were revamped to align with the SDGs through Localization of SDGs (LSDGs), and Rs 46 crore in prize money was transferred directly to the 45 awardees.
During which dates was the nationwide 'Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore' campaign 2024 scheduled to be held?
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Correct answer: D — 19-24 December 2024
PIB (11 Dec 2024): Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore, the nationwide campaign for redressal of public grievances, will be held in all districts, states and UTs from 19th to 24th December 2024; its first preparatory meeting was on 10.12.2024.
Untied Grants of the Fifteenth Finance Commission released to rural local bodies can be used for location-specific needs under how many subjects of the Eleventh Schedule?
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Correct answer: C — 29
PIB (10 Dec 2024): Untied Grants are utilised by PRIs/RLBs for location-specific felt needs under the 29 subjects enshrined in the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution.
What was the theme of the 16th Annual Convention of the Central Information Commission held on 10 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Contribution of RTI in journey towards Viksit Bharat
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the theme of the Convention of the Central Information Commission was 'Contribution of RTI in journey towards Viksit Bharat'.
Where was the 16th Annual Convention of the Central Information Commission inaugurated on 10 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Bharat Mandapam
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the 16th Annual Convention of the Central Information Commission was inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam by Dr Jitendra Singh.
9 December marks the anniversary of the first sitting of which body, held in 1946?
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Correct answer: B — Constituent Assembly of India
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the first sitting of the Constituent Assembly of India was held on the 9th of December, 1946, after its constitution on the 6th of December, 1946.
The 'Amrit Gyaan Kosh' portal launched by Dr Jitendra Singh on 9 December 2024 aims to strengthen:
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Correct answer: D — Governance training
PIB (9 Dec 2024): Dr Jitendra Singh launched the 'Amrit Gyaan Kosh' Portal to strengthen governance training.
The National Centre for Good Governance began its 6th Capacity Building Program for civil servants of which country at Mussoorie on 9 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Sri Lanka
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the 6th Capacity Building Program for the Civil Servants of Sri Lanka commenced at NCGG, Mussoorie, with 40 mid-career civil servants.
Where did Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar address the International Gita Mahotsav 2024 on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Kurukshetra, Haryana
PIB (8 Dec 2024): addressing the gathering at the International Gita Mahotsav 2024 in Kurukshetra, Haryana, the Vice-President spoke on the Gita's message.
Which of the following did Vice-President Dhankhar describe as the 'Panchamrit' of governance on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Constructive dialogue, personal integrity, selfless dedication, compassion and mutual respect
PIB (8 Dec 2024): constructive dialogue, personal integrity, selfless dedication, compassion, and mutual respect are the 'Panchamrit' of governance, says Vice-President.
'Kalahari', which Dr Jitendra Singh called for promoting at the DISHA meeting in Udhampur on 8 December 2024, is a local:
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Correct answer: B — Milk food product
PIB (8 Dec 2024): Dr Jitendra Singh called for promoting the Udhampur 'Kalahari', a local milk food product, through value addition and fusion options.
On 7 December 2024, Union Minister Manohar Lal reviewed the power, housing and urban development schemes of which state at Vijayawada?
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Correct answer: C — Andhra Pradesh
PIB (8 Dec 2024): Manohar Lal reviewed the urban development, housing and power sector schemes for the State of Andhra Pradesh at Vijayawada on 7 December 2024.
Which Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr B R Ambedkar was observed on 6 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 69th
PIB (6 Dec 2024): the commemoration of the 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Babasaheb Dr B R Ambedkar was marked with floral tributes by the Vice-President, PM, Lok Sabha Speaker and others.
Where did the Vice-President and PM pay floral tributes to Dr Ambedkar on 6 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Prerna Sthal, Parliament House complex
PIB (6 Dec 2024): the dignitaries offered homage to Babasaheb Dr B R Ambedkar at Prerna Sthal in the Parliament House campus, at an event organised by the Dr Ambedkar Foundation.
Where was Devendra Fadnavis sworn in as Chief Minister of Maharashtra on 5 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Azad Maidan, Mumbai
The Hindu and Indian Express (5 Dec 2024): Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as Chief Minister at Azad Maidan, Mumbai.
Who administered the oath of office to Devendra Fadnavis as Maharashtra Chief Minister on 5 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — C P Radhakrishnan
The Hindu and Indian Express (5 Dec 2024): Governor C P Radhakrishnan administered the oath of office to Devendra Fadnavis at Azad Maidan.
Consider the following statements about the Maharashtra swearing-in of 5 December 2024: 1. Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Ministers. 2. It was Devendra Fadnavis's second time as Chief Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
PIB (5 Dec 2024): PM congratulated Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar on taking oath as Deputy Chief Ministers, so statement 1 is correct. The Hindu and Indian Express say Fadnavis became Chief Minister for the third time, so statement 2 is wrong. Answer: 1 only.
With the oath on 5 December 2024, Devendra Fadnavis became Chief Minister of Maharashtra for the:
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Correct answer: C — Third time
The Hindu and Indian Express (5 Dec 2024): Devendra Fadnavis became Chief Minister of Maharashtra for the third time.
At the inauguration of the Judicial Court Complex in Bhubaneswar on 5 December 2024, the President noted that court judgments are now being translated into which languages?
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Correct answer: A — Odia and Santhali
PIB (5 Dec 2024): the President was happy to note that court judgments are now being translated into Odia and Santhali languages and made available on the website.
According to President Droupadi Murmu at Bhubaneswar on 5 December 2024, what share of officers in the Odisha Judicial Service are women?
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Correct answer: B — 48 percent
PIB (5 Dec 2024): the President noted that currently the Odisha Judicial Service has 48 percent female officers.
Under the MEA–Department of Posts MoU renewed on 5 December 2024, Post Office Passport Seva Kendra services are to be extended to over how many centres by 2028-29?
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Correct answer: C — 600
PIB (5 Dec 2024): POPSK services are to be extended to over 600 centres by 2028-29, providing facilities to 1 crore citizens per annum.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), which marked its 67th Foundation Day on 4 December 2024, is the apex anti-smuggling agency of:
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Correct answer: A — Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)
PIB (4 Dec 2024): the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence is the apex anti-smuggling agency of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC).
Which report was released at the DRI's 67th Foundation Day in New Delhi on 4 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Smuggling in India Report 2023-24
PIB (4 Dec 2024): the Smuggling in India Report 2023-24 and the DRI Bulletin for April–September 2024 were released at the 67th Foundation Day.
The Boilers Bill, 2024, passed by the Rajya Sabha on 4 December 2024, reviews which pre-constitution Act?
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Correct answer: C — Boilers Act, 1923
PIB (4 Dec 2024): the Boilers Act, 1923, a pre-constitution Act dealing with safety of life and property, is being reviewed through the new Boilers Bill, 2024.
Who moved the Boilers Bill, 2024 in the Rajya Sabha on 4 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Piyush Goyal
PIB (4 Dec 2024): the Boilers Bill, 2024 was moved in the Rajya Sabha by Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, and was passed after discussion.
Under the Boilers Bill, 2024, passed by the Rajya Sabha on 4 December 2024, how many of the seven offences have been decriminalised?
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Correct answer: D — 3
PIB (4 Dec 2024): 3 out of 7 offences are decriminalised, and 'penalty' is converted to 'fine' in all non-criminal cases.
Where was Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal fired at on 4 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Golden Temple, Amritsar
Indian Express and Economic Times (4 Dec 2024): Narain Singh Chaura fired at Sukhbir Singh Badal at the entrance of the Golden Temple in Amritsar; Badal escaped unhurt.
On 4 December 2024, Sukhbir Badal was performing religious penance for the 'mistakes' of the SAD government in Punjab during which period?
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Correct answer: D — 2007–2017
Indian Express and Economic Times (4 Dec 2024): Badal was on the second day of penance for the 'mistakes' committed by the SAD government in Punjab from 2007 to 2017.
Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicate the successful implementation of the three new criminal laws to the nation on 3 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Chandigarh
PIB (3 Dec 2024): the Prime Minister dedicated to the nation the successful implementation of the three new criminal laws at Chandigarh.
Which of the following is NOT one of the three new criminal laws whose implementation was dedicated to the nation on 3 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Bharatiya Dand Prakriya Sanhita
PIB (3 Dec 2024): the three new criminal laws are the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam; 'Bharatiya Dand Prakriya Sanhita' is not one of them.
Speaking in Chandigarh on 3 December 2024, the Prime Minister said the Indian Penal Code was introduced in which year?
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Correct answer: C — 1860
PIB (3 Dec 2024): Shri Modi said the Indian Penal Code (IPC) was introduced in 1860, after the country's first major freedom struggle in 1857.
Consider the following statements made by the PM in Chandigarh on 3 December 2024 about the new criminal laws: 1. Zero FIR has now been legalised. 2. The Ministry of Home Affairs had sought suggestions on the new laws in January 2022. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
PIB (3 Dec 2024): the PM said Zero FIR has now been legalised, so statement 1 is correct. He noted the Ministry of Home Affairs had asked for suggestions in January 2020, not 2022, so statement 2 is wrong. Answer: 1 only.
Under which provision of the Constitution did the President appoint Justice Manmohan as a Judge of the Supreme Court on 3 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Article 124(2)
PIB (3 Dec 2024): in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (2) of Article 124 of the Constitution, the President appointed Justice Manmohan as a Judge of the Supreme Court.
Before his appointment to the Supreme Court on 3 December 2024, Justice Manmohan was Chief Justice of which High Court?
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Correct answer: C — High Court of Delhi
PIB (3 Dec 2024): the President appointed Justice Manmohan, Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi, as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
On 3 December 2024, the Rajya Sabha passed amendments to the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act of which year?
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Correct answer: C — 1948
PIB (3 Dec 2024): the Prime Minister lauded the passing of amendments proposed to the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act 1948 in the Rajya Sabha.
On 2 December 2024, the Akal Takht withdrew which title that had been bestowed on the late Parkash Singh Badal?
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Correct answer: B — Fakhr-e-Qaum
ThePrint/PTI and The Hindu (2 Dec 2024): the Akal Takht withdrew the 'Fakhr-e-Qaum' (Panth Rattan Fakhr-e-Qaum) title bestowed on the late Parkash Singh Badal in 2011.
Who, as Jathedar of the Akal Takht, pronounced the 'tankhah' for Sukhbir Singh Badal on 2 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Giani Raghbir Singh
ThePrint/PTI and The Hindu (2 Dec 2024): Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh, heading the five high priests, pronounced the punishment in Amritsar.
Consider the following statements about the Akal Takht's pronouncement of 2 December 2024: 1. The 'mistakes' for which punishment was pronounced relate to the SAD government in Punjab from 2007 to 2017. 2. The SAD was asked to reorganise the party within six months. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
ThePrint/PTI and The Hindu (2 Dec 2024): the punishment was for 'mistakes' committed by the SAD government from 2007 to 2017, and the Akal Takht asked for the party's reorganisation (elections for office-bearers) within six months. Both statements are correct. Answer: Both 1 and 2.
On 2 December 2024, the PM welcomed recognition of the PRAGATI platform's effectiveness in a study by which institutions?
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Correct answer: B — Oxford Saïd Business School and Gates Foundation
PIB (2 Dec 2024): the PM was pleased that the effectiveness of PRAGATI has been recognised in the study by Oxford Said Business School and Gates Foundation.
In the expanded SMART policing mantra given by the PM at the 59th DGP/IGP conference on 1 December 2024, what does 'S' stand for?
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Correct answer: B — Strategic
PIB (1 Dec 2024): the PM expanded the mantra of SMART policing and called upon police to become strategic, meticulous, adaptable, reliable and transparent.
At the DGP/IGP conference on 1 December 2024, the PM referred to India's 'double AI power'. What did it stand for?
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Correct answer: A — Artificial Intelligence and Aspirational India
PIB (1 Dec 2024): the PM called upon police to convert the challenge of digital frauds, cyber crimes and AI into an opportunity by harnessing India's double AI power of Artificial Intelligence and 'Aspirational India'.
In the valedictory session of the 59th DGP/IGP conference, the PM distributed President's Police Medals for Distinguished Service to officers of which organisation?
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Correct answer: D — Intelligence Bureau
PIB (1 Dec 2024): in the valedictory session, the PM distributed President's Police Medals for Distinguished Service to officers of the Intelligence Bureau.
The 59th All India Conference of DGsP/IGsP, inaugurated by Amit Shah on 29 November 2024, was held in which city?
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Correct answer: B — Bhubaneswar
PIB (MHA): Amit Shah inaugurated the 59th DGsP/IGsP Conference 2024 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Which Ministry of Home Affairs book did Amit Shah release at the 59th DGsP/IGsP Conference on 29 November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Ranking of Police Stations 2024
PIB (MHA): Shah released the Ministry of Home Affairs' book on 'Ranking of Police Stations 2024' and awarded trophies to the three best police stations.
Consider the following statements about the 59th DGsP/IGsP Conference 2024: 1. It was held in a hybrid format, with police chiefs of all States/UTs and heads of CAPFs/CPOs attending physically. 2. Amit Shah said the three new criminal laws have changed the criminal justice system from punishment-oriented to justice-oriented. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (MHA): the conference was held in hybrid format with DGsP/IGsP of all States/UTs and heads of CAPFs/CPOs attending physically, and Shah said the new laws transformed the system from punishment-oriented to justice-oriented. Both are correct.
Officers from which of the following countries did NOT take part in NCGG's 1st Capacity Building Programme for Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean Region (18–29 November 2024)?
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Correct answer: D — Indonesia
PIB (DARPG): the 30 officers came from Sri Lanka, Oman, Tanzania, Kenya, Seychelles, Malaysia, Cambodia, Maldives and Myanmar. Indonesia was not listed.
Where was NCGG's 1st Capacity Building Programme for civil servants of Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean Region conducted?
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Correct answer: C — Mussoorie and New Delhi
PIB (DARPG): the two-week programme, held from 18 to 29 November 2024, was conducted in Mussoorie and New Delhi.
The 48th meeting of the National Committee of Archivists concluded on 29 November 2024 at which place?
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Correct answer: D — Ekta Nagar (Kevadiya), Gujarat
PIB (Culture): the two-day 48th NCA meeting concluded on 29 November 2024 at the Statue of Unity, Kevadiya (Ekta Nagar), Gujarat.
Consider the following statements: 1. The 48th meeting was the first time the National Committee of Archivists met in Gujarat. 2. The Gujarat State Archives has completed the digitisation of its entire records holding. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
PIB (Culture): it was the second NCA meeting in Gujarat — the 32nd was held at Gandhinagar on 7 June 1982 (1 is wrong). The Gujarat State Archives has completed digitising its entire records holding (2 is correct).
On 28 November 2024, Hemant Soren was sworn in as which Chief Minister of Jharkhand (by number)?
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Correct answer: C — 14th
DD News, The Hindu and The Indian Express: Hemant Soren was sworn in as the 14th Chief Minister of Jharkhand at Morabadi Ground, Ranchi, on 28 November 2024.
Who administered the oath of office to Hemant Soren as Chief Minister of Jharkhand on 28 November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar
DD News and The Hindu: Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar administered the oath of office and secrecy to Hemant Soren.
Consider the following statements about Hemant Soren's swearing-in on 28 November 2024: 1. The ceremony was held at Morabadi Ground in Ranchi. 2. It marked his fourth term as Chief Minister of Jharkhand. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
The Hindu and The Indian Express: Soren took oath at Morabadi Ground, Ranchi, for his fourth term as Chief Minister. Both are correct.
Amit Shah addressed the valedictory function of which Common Foundation Course at LBSNAA, Mussoorie, on 28 November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — 99th
PIB (MHA): Amit Shah addressed the valedictory function of the 99th Common Foundation Course at LBSNAA, Mussoorie.
According to Amit Shah at LBSNAA on 28 November 2024, what share of the selected civil service officers in the 99th Common Foundation Course were women?
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Correct answer: D — 38%
PIB (MHA): Shah said 38% of the selected civil service officers present were women.
With the launch on 22 November 2024 in which Union Territory did the E-Daakhil consumer complaint portal become operational across all States and UTs?
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Correct answer: A — Ladakh
PIB (Consumer Affairs): the launch of the E-Daakhil portal in Ladakh on 22 November 2024 made it truly pan-India.
The E-Daakhil portal was first launched on 7 September 2020 by which body?
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Correct answer: D — National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission
PIB (Consumer Affairs): the e-Daakhil portal was first launched on 7 September 2020 by the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.