Delhi Police Current Affairs Quiz — All time
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
On 7 November 2024, the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme completed how many years of implementation?
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Correct answer: B — 10 years
PIB (PMO): the PM marked ten years of the OROP scheme on 7 November 2024, the day it was implemented.
How many critical mineral blocks were successfully auctioned under Tranche IV (announced 7 November 2024)?
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Correct answer: D — 8
PIB (Mines): the Ministry concluded the auction of 8 critical mineral blocks under Tranche IV.
Which state had the largest number of successfully auctioned blocks in Tranche IV of the critical mineral auctions?
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Correct answer: B — Arunachal Pradesh
PIB (Mines): four of the eight successful blocks (Depo, Endolin-Isholin, Phop, Radhpu) are in Arunachal Pradesh.
The Centre auctions critical mineral blocks using its power to grant concessions for minerals listed in which part of the MMDR Act, 1957?
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Correct answer: A — Part D of the First Schedule
PIB (Mines): the auction under the MMDR Act, 1957 uses the Central Government's authority for key minerals listed in Part D of the First Schedule.
The Notice Inviting Tender for Tranche IV of critical mineral block auctions was issued on 24 June 2024 for how many blocks?
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Correct answer: C — 21
PIB (Mines): the NIT was issued on 24 June 2024 for 21 mineral blocks; 10 advanced to e-auction and 8 were successfully auctioned.
The coal sector's Single Window Clearance System (SWCS), on which a Mine Opening Permission module was launched in November 2024, was itself launched on:
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Correct answer: D — 11 January 2021
PIB (Coal): the SWCS was launched on 11 January 2021.
Who inaugurated the Mine Opening Permission module on the SWCS portal on 7 November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt
PIB (Coal): Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Vikram Dev Dutt inaugurated the new module on 7 November 2024.
On 7 November 2024, Piyush Goyal launched which anniversary celebrations of EEPC India?
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Correct answer: C — 70th year
PIB (Commerce): Piyush Goyal launched EEPC India's 70th year celebrations and unveiled its logo.
What engineering exports target by 2030 did the Commerce Minister cite for EEPC India in November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — $300 billion
PIB (Commerce): 'EEPC India's target to achieve $300 bn exports by 2030 represents courage and conviction of new India.'
Who was the Chairman of EEPC India at its 70th year launch event in November 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Arun Kumar Garodia
PIB (Commerce): EEPC India Chairman Arun Kumar Garodia spoke at the event.
In his message of 6 November 2024 congratulating Donald Trump, PM Modi referred to the India-US relationship as a:
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Correct answer: C — Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership
PIB (PMO): the PM looked forward to renewing collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership.
Consider the following about PM Modi's contact with Donald Trump on 6 November 2024: 1. The PM spoke to Trump by phone on the same day. 2. The PM mentioned space among the sectors for closer India-US cooperation. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (PMO): the PM had a conversation with President-elect Trump on 6 November and mentioned technology, defence, energy, space and other sectors. Both are correct.
Under PM-Vidyalaxmi (approved 6 November 2024), education loans up to ₹7.5 lakh get what level of government credit guarantee?
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Correct answer: A — 75%
PIB (Cabinet): loan amounts up to ₹7.5 lakh will be provided a 75% credit guarantee by the Government of India.
Under PM-Vidyalaxmi, 3% interest subvention is available to students with annual family income up to:
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Correct answer: D — ₹8 lakh, on loans up to ₹10 lakh
PIB (Cabinet): students with up to ₹8 lakh annual family income get 3% interest subvention on loans up to ₹10 lakh (in addition to full subvention for income up to ₹4.5 lakh under existing schemes).
What is the outlay for PM-Vidyalaxmi for 2024-25 to 2030-31?
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Correct answer: B — ₹3,600 crore
PIB (Cabinet): an outlay of ₹3,600 crore has been made during 2024-25 to 2030-31; 7 lakh fresh students are expected to get interest subvention.
PM-Vidyalaxmi covers students admitted to how many top quality higher education institutions?
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Correct answer: C — 860
PIB (Cabinet): loans to meritorious students admitted to the top 860 quality HEIs, covering more than 22 lakh students every year.
How many trainees nominated by the International Seabed Authority were felicitated at MoES on 6 November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 21
PIB (MoES): Jitendra Singh felicitated 21 trainees nominated by the ISA on 6 November 2024.
The International Seabed Authority is headquartered in:
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Correct answer: D — Kingston, Jamaica
PIB (MoES): ISA, headquartered in Kingston, Jamaica, was established in 1994 under UNCLOS.
Which two MoES institutions trained the ISA nominees felicitated in November 2024?
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Correct answer: C — NIOT Chennai and NCPOR Goa
PIB (MoES): the trainings were conducted by NIOT, Chennai, and NCPOR, Goa.
The International Seabed Authority was established in 1994 under:
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Correct answer: D — The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
PIB (MoES): ISA was established in 1994 under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
How much equity infusion in the Food Corporation of India did the CCEA approve on 6 November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — ₹10,700 crore
PIB (Cabinet): the CCEA approved infusion of equity of ₹10,700 crore for working capital in FY 2024-25 in FCI.
The ₹10,700 crore equity infusion in FCI (November 2024) is being made by:
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Correct answer: D — Conversion of Ways and Means Advance to equity
PIB (Cabinet): the equity is infused by way of conversion of Ways and Means Advance to equity in 2024-25.
In which year did the Food Corporation of India start its journey?
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Correct answer: A — 1964
PIB (Cabinet): FCI started its journey in 1964 with authorised capital of ₹100 crore and equity of ₹4 crore.
As reported by the ECI on 6 November 2024, total seizures in the Maharashtra and Jharkhand elections and bypolls stood at:
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Correct answer: A — ₹558 crore
PIB (ECI): agencies seized ₹558 crore worth of cash, freebies, liquor, drugs and precious metals in Maharashtra, Jharkhand and bypolls.
How much was seized in Maharashtra as per the ECI's 6 November 2024 release?
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Correct answer: C — ₹280 crore
PIB (ECI): ₹280 crore was seized in Maharashtra and ₹158 crore in Jharkhand.
The India–US Military Cooperation Group meeting held at the Manekshaw Centre on 5–6 November 2024 was its:
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Correct answer: A — 21st edition
PIB (MoD): the 21st edition of the India–US MCG meeting was held from 5 to 6 November 2024 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
Who co-chaired the 21st India–US Military Cooperation Group meeting for India?
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Correct answer: C — CISC Lt Gen JP Mathew
PIB (MoD): it was co-chaired by Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Lt Gen JP Mathew (India) and Lt Gen Joshua M Rudd, Deputy Commander, US INDOPACOM.
What was the theme of the first Asian Buddhist Summit held in New Delhi in November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Role of Buddha Dhamma in strengthening Asia
PIB (Culture): the summit was themed 'Role of Buddha Dhamma in strengthening Asia'.
The first Asian Buddhist Summit (5 November 2024) was organised by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with:
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Correct answer: C — International Buddhist Confederation
PIB (President's Secretariat): the summit was organised by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC).
Participants from how many countries attended the first Asian Buddhist Summit in November 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 32
PIB (Culture): the summit saw participation from 32 countries with over 160 international participants.
The edition of the Indian Navy's MAHASAGAR virtual interaction held on 5 November 2024 was the:
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Correct answer: B — Third
PIB (MoD): the third edition of MAHASAGAR was conducted on 5 November 2024.
What was the theme of the third MAHASAGAR interaction (November 2024)?
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Correct answer: D — Training Cooperation to Mitigate Common Maritime Security Challenges in IOR
PIB (MoD): the theme was 'Training Cooperation to Mitigate Common Maritime Security Challenges in IOR'.
V D Chafekar, formerly of the Indian Coast Guard, was appointed (announced November 2024) as Executive Director of:
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Correct answer: D — ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre, Singapore
PIB (MoD): ADG (Retd) V D Chafekar has been appointed the seventh Executive Director of ReCAAP ISC in Singapore.
The ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre, the first regional government-to-government agreement against piracy in Asia, was established in:
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Correct answer: B — 2006
PIB (MoD): established in 2006, ReCAAP ISC is the first regional G2G agreement to promote cooperation against piracy and armed robbery at sea in Asia.
Which book on the Supreme Court did President Murmu release on 5 November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Justice for Nation: Reflections on 75 years of the Supreme Court of India
PIB (President's Secretariat): one of the three publications was 'Justice for Nation: Reflections on 75 years of the Supreme Court of India'.
Consider the following about the Supreme Court publications released on 5 November 2024: 1. One maps prison manuals and measures for decongestion of prisons. 2. One reports on the working of legal aid cells in law schools. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB: the publications included 'Prisons in India: Mapping Prison Manuals and Measures for Reformation and Decongestion' and 'Legal Aid Through Law Schools: A Report on Working of Legal Aid Cells in India'. Both are correct.
At what MRP is Bharat Atta being sold in Phase II (launched 5 November 2024)?
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Correct answer: C — ₹30 per kg
PIB (Food): Bharat Atta at MRP of ₹30 per kg and Bharat Rice at ₹34 per kg in Phase II.
At what MRP is Bharat Rice being sold in Phase II of the retail sale?
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Correct answer: A — ₹34 per kg
PIB (Food): Bharat Rice at MRP of ₹34 per kg during Phase II.
How much wheat was made available in the initial stage of Phase II of Bharat Atta sales?
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Correct answer: D — 3.69 LMT
PIB (Food): in the initial stage of Phase II, 3.69 LMT of wheat and 2.91 LMT of rice were made available.
How much in XV Finance Commission untied grants did Haryana's rural local bodies receive (announced 5 November 2024)?
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Correct answer: C — ₹194.87 crore
PIB (Panchayati Raj): Haryana's PRIs were given untied grants of ₹194.867 crore as the 1st instalment.
XV Finance Commission untied grants to rural local bodies can be used for location-specific needs under the subjects listed in:
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Correct answer: A — The Eleventh Schedule (29 subjects)
PIB (Panchayati Raj): untied grants are used for felt needs under the 29 subjects in the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution, except salaries and establishment costs.
After the fourth phase of mandatory hallmarking began on 5 November 2024, how many districts are covered in total?
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Correct answer: B — 361
PIB (Consumer Affairs): following the fourth stage, the total number of districts under mandatory hallmarking stands at 361.
How many districts were added in the fourth phase of mandatory gold hallmarking (from 5 November 2024)?
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Correct answer: C — 18
PIB (Consumer Affairs): BIS added 18 additional districts in the fourth phase.
The first phase of mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery, covering 256 districts, was launched on:
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Correct answer: A — 23 June 2021
PIB (Consumer Affairs): the first phase was launched on 23 June 2021 (256 districts); the second on 4 April 2022 and the third on 6 September 2023.
The seventh session of the International Solar Alliance Assembly (4 November 2024) had representatives from how many Member countries?
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Correct answer: A — 103
PIB (MNRE): the seventh session had representatives from 103 Member and 17 Signatory countries.
Which country retained the Co-Presidency of the ISA Assembly for 2024–26 after a contest with Grenada?
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Correct answer: B — France
PIB (MNRE): France won the contested Co-Presidency against Grenada; India retained the Presidency.
Consider the following about the ISA Assembly elections of November 2024: 1. India was the sole contender for the post of President. 2. Vice Presidents were elected from ISA's four regional groups. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (MNRE): India was the sole contender for President; Vice Presidents were elected two each from the four regional groups (Africa; Asia and the Pacific; Europe and Others; Latin America and the Caribbean).
Who was selected as the third Director General of the International Solar Alliance in November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Ashish Khanna
PIB (MNRE): the ISA announced the selection of Ashish Khanna (India) as its third Director General.
Ashish Khanna succeeds which Director General, who has led the ISA since 2021?
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Correct answer: D — Ajay Mathur
PIB (MNRE): outgoing Director General Ajay Mathur has led the ISA since 2021.
In November 2024, PM Narendra Modi strongly condemned an attack on a Hindu temple in which country?
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Correct answer: D — Canada
PIB (PMO, 4 Nov 2024): the PM strongly condemned the deliberate attack on a Hindu temple in Canada.
Consider the following about PM Modi's statement of 4 November 2024: 1. He also condemned attempts to intimidate Indian diplomats. 2. He said India expects the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (PMO): the PM called the attempts to intimidate Indian diplomats 'equally appalling' and said 'We expect the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law.'
According to President Murmu (4 November 2024), what percentage of Air Traffic Controllers in India are women?
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Correct answer: C — 15 percent
PIB (President's Secretariat): 15 percent of Air Traffic Controllers are women; 11% of flight dispatchers and 9% of aerospace engineers are women.
President Murmu's interaction with women achievers in aviation (November 2024) was held under which initiative?
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Correct answer: A — The President with the People
PIB (President's Secretariat): the interaction was part of 'The President with the People' initiative, which aims to establish a deeper connect with people.
On 4 November 2024, Indian Railways set a record by carrying how many passengers in a single day?
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Correct answer: C — Over 3 crore
PIB (Railways): over 3 crore passengers travelled in Indian Railways in a single day on 4 November 2024.
How many special trains did Indian Railways announce for the festive period of 1 October to 30 November 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 7,724
PIB (Railways): 7,724 special trains were announced for 1 October–30 November 2024, a 73% increase over last year's 4,429.
Consider the following about Indian Railways' 2024 festive season: 1. From 1 October to 5 November 2024, 65 lakh passengers travelled on 4,521 special trains. 2. The special trains announced for 1 October–30 November 2024 were 37% more than last year. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
PIB (Railways): statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the 7,724 special trains were a 73% increase over last year's 4,429.
How many seed categories did Government e Marketplace (GeM) launch on its portal in November 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 170
PIB (Commerce & Industry): GeM revamped and introduced 170 seed categories on the portal.
The new seed categories on the GeM portal (November 2024) feature nearly how many seed varieties?
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Correct answer: D — 8,000
PIB (Commerce & Industry): the newly populated categories feature nearly 8,000 seed varieties.
The call for proposals for Centres of Excellence issued by MNRE on 4 November 2024 is under the R&D Scheme of which mission?
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Correct answer: A — National Green Hydrogen Mission
PIB (MNRE): proposals were invited for setting up Centres of Excellence under the R&D Scheme of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
When did MNRE release the guidelines for implementing the R&D Scheme under the National Green Hydrogen Mission?
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Correct answer: B — 15 March 2024
PIB (MNRE): MNRE had earlier released guidelines for the R&D Scheme on 15 March 2024.
What is the outlay of the National Green Hydrogen Mission up to FY 2029-30?
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Correct answer: D — ₹19,744 crore
PIB (MNRE): the National Green Hydrogen Mission has an outlay of ₹19,744 crore up to FY 2029-30.
Which meeting of the Kendriya Hindi Samiti did Amit Shah chair in New Delhi on 4 November 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 32nd
PIB (MHA): Amit Shah chaired the 32nd meeting of the 'Kendriya Hindi Samiti' in New Delhi.
Which dictionary did Amit Shah say will become the largest and most comprehensive dictionary in the world?
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Correct answer: A — Hindi Shabdsindhu
PIB (MHA): Shah said the 'Hindi Shabdsindhu' dictionary will become the largest and most comprehensive dictionary in the world.
At the Kendriya Hindi Samiti meeting (November 2024), Amit Shah said India is the only country in the world with how many classical languages?
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Correct answer: B — 11
PIB (MHA): 'India is the only country in the world which has 11 classical languages.'
By what percentage did India reduce TB incidence from 2015 to 2023, as recognised by the WHO and lauded by the PM in November 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 17.7%
PIB (PMO): the WHO recognised India's progress in reducing tuberculosis by 17.7% from 2015 to 2023.
Which organisation recognised India's 17.7% reduction in TB incidence (2015–2023), as cited by the PM on 3 November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — World Health Organisation
PIB (PMO): the recognition of India's progress in reducing TB was by the World Health Organisation.
With whom did CDS Gen Anil Chauhan sign a memorandum on defence cooperation during his visit to Algeria (31 October–3 November 2024)?
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Correct answer: A — Gen Said Chanegriha
PIB (Defence): Gen Chauhan and his counterpart General of Army Said Chanegriha, Chief of Staff of the Algerian People's National Army, signed the memorandum.
The Algerian military parade of 1 November 2024, attended during the CDS's visit, marked which anniversary of Algeria's Revolution?
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Correct answer: D — 70th
PIB (Defence): the parade and events of 1 November 2024 marked the 70th anniversary of Algeria's Glorious Revolution.
Consider the following about CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's visit to Algeria: 1. The visit lasted from 31 October to 3 November 2024. 2. The CDS said India has re-established its Defence Wing in Algeria. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (Defence): the visit was from 31 Oct to 03 Nov 2024, and the CDS said 'India has re-established its Defence Wing in Algeria'.
Since when has Stage II of the revised GRAP been in force in the entire NCR, as reported in November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 22 October 2024
PIB (Environment/CAQM): Stage I has been in force since 15.10.2024 and Stage II since 22.10.2024 in the entire NCR.
The revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in NCR is implemented by which body?
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Correct answer: B — Commission for Air Quality Management
PIB: the revised GRAP is implemented by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and Adjoining Areas.
On average, how many mechanical road sweeping machines were deployed daily in Delhi alone under GRAP during 15–31 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — 81
PIB: in Delhi alone on an average 81 MRSMs were deployed daily (36 in Haryana and UP); around 600 water sprinklers and anti-smog guns each were also deployed.
In November 2024, PM Modi congratulated whom on election as the President of Botswana?
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Correct answer: B — Duma Boko
PIB (PMO): the PM congratulated Mr. Duma Boko on his election as the President of Botswana.
Duma Boko, congratulated by PM Modi on 3 November 2024, was elected President of which country?
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Correct answer: D — Botswana
PIB (PMO): Duma Boko was elected President of Botswana.
Who inaugurated the 'Kaveri Meets Ganga' programme at Kartavya Path on 2 November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Dr S. Jaishankar
PIB (Culture): External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar inaugurated 'Kaveri Meets Ganga', the first programme under the Amrit Parampara series.
Besides Kartavya Path, where else was the 'Kaveri Meets Ganga' programme (2–5 November 2024) held in Delhi?
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Correct answer: D — CCRT Dwarka
PIB (Culture): the festival started on 2 November 2024 at Kartavya Path and CCRT Dwarka.