State Staff Selection Current Affairs Quiz — All time
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
What was India's IIP growth rate for October 2024, as per quick estimates released on 12 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 3.5%
PIB (MoSPI): IIP growth for October 2024 was 3.5%, against 3.1% in September 2024; manufacturing grew 4.1% and electricity 2.0%.
On which date of every month are the Quick Estimates of India's Index of Industrial Production released?
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Correct answer: A — 12th
PIB (MoSPI): the Quick Estimates of IIP are released on the 12th of every month (or the previous working day if the 12th is a holiday) with a six-week lag.
Where was the third India-UK Financial Markets Dialogue held on 12 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — GIFT City, Gujarat
PIB (Finance): the 3rd India-UK Financial Markets Dialogue took place on 12 December 2024 at GIFT City in Gujarat, hosted by the Department of Economic Affairs.
At the India-UK Financial Markets Dialogue in December 2024, direct listing of Indian companies in GIFT IFSC was discussed as a first step towards direct listing on which exchange?
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Correct answer: C — London Stock Exchange
PIB (Finance): delegates explored direct listings of Indian companies in GIFT IFSC as a first step towards direct listing at the London Stock Exchange and other foreign jurisdictions.
What was India's all-India CPI (combined) inflation rate for November 2024, as released on 12 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 5.48%
PIB (MoSPI): year-on-year CPI inflation for November 2024 was 5.48% (provisional); rural was 5.95%, urban 4.83%, and October 2024 was 6.21%.
Which item recorded the highest year-on-year inflation at the all-India level in November 2024 CPI data?
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Correct answer: D — Garlic
PIB (MoSPI): the top five items by year-on-year inflation in November 2024 were garlic (85.14), potato (66.65), cauliflower (47.70), cabbage (43.58) and coconut oil (42.13).
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.
Where was the steel-cutting ceremony of the Indian Navy's second Fleet Support Ship held on 11 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the steel-cutting ceremony of the second of five FSS was held at M/s L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli on 11 Dec 24.
What is the displacement of the Fleet Support Ships being built for the Indian Navy?
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Correct answer: D — 40,000 tons
PIB (11 Dec 2024): these ships, with a displacement of 40,000 tons, will carry fuel, water, ammunition and stores.
How many Fleet Support Ships did the Indian Navy contract HSL to acquire in August 2023?
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Correct answer: B — Five
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the Indian Navy signed a contract with HSL for acquisition of five Fleet Support Ships (FSS) in Aug 2023.
Which Union Territory will host the ice events (ice hockey and ice skating) of the Khelo India Winter Games in January 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Ladakh
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the Union Territory of Ladakh will host the ice events from January 23 to 27, 2025, while J&K will host the snow events.
In which year did the Khelo India Winter Games start?
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Correct answer: B — 2020
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the Khelo India Winter Games started in 2020, when almost 1,000 athletes took part in the inaugural edition.
Consider the following about the Khelo India Winter Games 2025, announced on 11 December 2024: 1. Ladakh will host ice hockey and ice skating. 2. Jammu & Kashmir will host the snow events in January 2025. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct: Ladakh will host the ice sports (ice hockey and ice skating). Statement 2 is incorrect: J&K will host the snow events from 22 to 25 February 2025.
Which edition of the Smart India Hackathon had its Grand Finale begin on 11 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 7th
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the 7th edition of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) began concurrently at 51 centres nationwide on 11 December 2024.
In which year was the Smart India Hackathon launched?
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Correct answer: A — 2017
PIB (11 Dec 2024): launched in 2017, the Smart India Hackathon has gained massive popularity among young innovators.
For how long does the Software Edition of the Smart India Hackathon 2024 Grand Finale run non-stop?
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Correct answer: D — 36 hours
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the Software Edition will run non-stop for 36 hours, and the Hardware Edition will continue from 11 to 15 December 2024.
Where did the India Maritime Heritage Conclave 2024 begin on 11 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the inaugural day of IMHC 2024, organised by MoPSW at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi, commenced with a session addressed by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar.
Which ministry organised the India Maritime Heritage Conclave 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
PIB (11 Dec 2024): IMHC 2024 was organised by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW).
In how many volumes is the compendium of Subramania Bharati's complete works, released by PM Modi on 11 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 21
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the PM lauded six decades of work for the compilation of 'Kaala Varisaiyil Bharathiyar Padaippugal' in 21 volumes.
Whose six decades of work went into compiling the compendium of Subramania Bharati's works released on 11 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Seeni Vishwanathan
PIB (11 Dec 2024): the PM said the hard work of Seeni Vishwanathan over six decades was a penance that will benefit generations.
Which text did Subramania Bharati translate into Tamil, as recalled by PM Modi on Gita Jayanti, 11 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — The Bhagavad Gita
PIB (11 Dec 2024): 'He translated Gita into Tamil, providing a simple and accessible interpretation of its profound message,' the PM said.
As per MNRE data released on 11 December 2024, what was India's total RE installed capacity as of November 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 213.70 GW
PIB (11 Dec 2024): total RE installed capacity reached 213.70 GW as of November 2024, up from 187.05 GW a year earlier.
By what percentage did India's RE installed capacity grow year-on-year as of November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 14.2%
PIB (11 Dec 2024): India's RE capacity registered 14.2% year-on-year growth. 28.5% is the growth including pipeline projects, and 30.2% is the growth in solar.
What was India's installed solar capacity as of November 2024, according to MNRE?
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Correct answer: C — 94.17 GW
PIB (11 Dec 2024): installed solar capacity rose from 72.31 GW in 2023 to 94.17 GW in 2024, a growth of 30.2%; 261.15 GW includes pipeline projects.
Which session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation was held in Moscow on 10 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 21st
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the 21st session of the IRIGC-M&MTC was co-chaired by Rajnath Singh and Andrey Belousov in Moscow on December 10, 2024.
Who co-chaired the 21st IRIGC-M&MTC with Rajnath Singh on 10 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Andrey Belousov
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the session was co-chaired by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh and Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov.
The India-Russia Military Technical Cooperation agreement mentioned at the 21st IRIGC-M&MTC covers which period?
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Correct answer: D — 2021-31
PIB (10 Dec 2024): Belousov said the operationalisation of the Military Technical Cooperation agreement for 2021-31 will give necessary impetus to 'Make in India'.
Whom did Rajnath Singh call on in Moscow on 10 December 2024, on the margins of the IRIGC-M&MTC?
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Correct answer: B — Vladimir Putin
PIB (10 Dec 2024): Rajnath Singh called on the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin in Moscow on the margins of the 21st IRIGC-M&MTC.
Consider the following about Rajnath Singh's visit to Moscow on 10 December 2024: 1. He laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. 2. The Russian Defence Minister congratulated him on the commissioning of INS Tushil. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB (10 Dec 2024): before the meeting Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at 'The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier' in Moscow, and Belousov congratulated him on the commissioning of INS Tushil.
From which date must solar PV modules used in projects source their cells from ALMM List-II, as per MNRE's amendment announced on 10 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 1 June 2026
PIB (10 Dec 2024): all solar PV modules used in projects must source their solar cells from ALMM List-II starting from 1st June 2026.
The new List-II introduced under the amended ALMM Order, 2019 covers:
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Correct answer: A — Solar PV cells
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the amendment introduces the long-awaited List-II for solar PV cells under the ALMM Order.
Under the ALMM amendment of December 2024, which solar modules will be considered compliant with the List-II cell requirement?
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Correct answer: B — Thin-film modules manufactured in integrated solar PV module manufacturing units
PIB (10 Dec 2024): thin-film solar modules manufactured in integrated solar PV module manufacturing units will be considered in compliance with the requirement to use solar PV cells from List-II.
On which day was the 'Hamara Shauchalay: Hamara Samman' campaign launched, before concluding on Human Rights Day 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 19 November (World Toilet Day)
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the HSHS campaign, launched on World Toilet Day (November 19), concluded on 10 December, Human Rights Day.
Which department organised the 'Hamara Shauchalay: Hamara Samman' campaign?
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Correct answer: D — Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the campaign was organised by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti.
How many Community Sanitary Complexes were assessed and improved during the 'Hamara Shauchalay: Hamara Samman' campaign?
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Correct answer: A — Over 1.54 lakh
PIB (10 Dec 2024): over 1.54 lakh CSCs were assessed and improved, covering more than 70% of existing CSCs. 3.35 lakh is the number of new household latrines sanctioned.
Where were the 10th Asia Pacific Deaf Games 2024 held, at which India recorded its best-ever performance?
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Correct answer: A — Kuala Lumpur
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the PM congratulated the Indian contingent for a historic performance at the 10th Asia Pacific Deaf Games 2024 held in Kuala Lumpur.
How many medals did India win at the 10th Asia Pacific Deaf Games 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 55
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the athletes won an extraordinary 55 medals, India's best ever performance at the Games.
Which edition of the Asia Pacific Deaf Games was held in 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 10th
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the PM congratulated the contingent on its performance at the 10th Asia Pacific Deaf Games 2024.
Which body organised the Human Rights Day celebration addressed by President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi on 10 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — National Human Rights Commission
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the President graced and addressed the Human Rights Day celebration organised by the National Human Rights Commission in New Delhi.
Which two issues did President Murmu describe as new threats to human rights on Human Rights Day 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Cybercrimes and climate change
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the President said cybercrimes and climate change are new threats to human rights.
According to President Murmu on Human Rights Day 2024, India's civilisational heritage spans over how many years?
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Correct answer: A — 5,000
PIB (10 Dec 2024): the President said India, with its civilisational heritage spanning over 5,000 years, has long upheld values of empathy and compassion.
Where did PM Narendra Modi launch the Bima Sakhi Yojana on 9 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Panipat, Haryana
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the PM launched LIC's 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' in Panipat, Haryana; he laid the foundation stone of the horticultural university campus at Karnal.
The Bima Sakhi Yojana launched on 9 December 2024 is a scheme of which organisation?
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Correct answer: A — Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC)
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the PM launched the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' of Life Insurance Corporation.
Who is eligible to become a Bima Sakhi under LIC's Bima Sakhi Yojana?
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Correct answer: D — Women aged 18-70 years who are Class X pass
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the scheme is for women aged 18-70 years who are Class X pass; they will receive specialised training and a stipend for the first three years.
What target did PM Modi state for employment under the Bima Sakhi Yojana?
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Correct answer: C — 2 lakh women
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the PM stressed that the target was to provide employment opportunities to 2 lakh women under the Bima Sakhi Yojana.
Consider the following about PM Modi's programme on 9 December 2024: 1. Bima Sakhis will receive a stipend for the first three years. 2. The PM laid the foundation stone of the main campus of Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Karnal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB (9 Dec 2024): Bima Sakhis receive specialised training and a stipend for the first three years, and the PM laid the foundation stone of the main campus of Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Karnal.
Where was INS Tushil commissioned into the Indian Navy on 9 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Yantar Shipyard, Kaliningrad
PIB (9 Dec 2024): INS Tushil (F 70) was commissioned in the presence of Rajnath Singh at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia on December 09, 2024.
What is the pennant number of INS Tushil?
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Correct answer: B — F 70
PIB (9 Dec 2024): INS Tushil (F 70), the latest multi-role stealth guided missile frigate, was commissioned into the Indian Navy.
INS Tushil is an upgraded frigate of which class and project?
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Correct answer: D — Krivak III class, Project 1135.6
PIB (9 Dec 2024): INS Tushil is an upgraded Krivak III class frigate of Project 1135.6.
What is INS Tushil's position in the Project 1135.6 series of frigates?
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Correct answer: A — Seventh
PIB (9 Dec 2024): six Project 1135.6 ships are already in service (three Talwar class and three Teg class); INS Tushil is the seventh in the series and the first of two upgraded additional follow-on ships.
Consider the following about INS Tushil: 1. Its keel was laid on 12 July 2013. 2. It is the first of the three Teg class ships built at Yantar Shipyard. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct: the keel was laid on July 12, 2013. Statement 2 is incorrect: the three Teg class ships are already in service; INS Tushil is the first of two upgraded additional follow-on ships.
What is the official name of the airport at Jewar where the first validation flight landed on 9 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Noida International Airport
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the first validation flight successfully landed at the Noida International Airport (NIA) at Jewar.
Which airline operated the first validation flight at Noida International Airport on 9 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — IndiGo
PIB (9 Dec 2024): operated by IndiGo, the flight touched down in the afternoon and received a ceremonial water cannon salute.
According to the Civil Aviation Minister, Noida International Airport will be Uttar Pradesh's operational airport number:
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Correct answer: B — 17th
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the minister thanked Jewar's farmers for enabling Uttar Pradesh to have its 17th operational airport.
By what percentage was the 'material cost' under the PM POSHAN scheme enhanced with effect from 1 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 13.70%
PIB (9 Dec 2024): on the basis of the Labour Bureau's inflation index, the Ministry of Education enhanced the 'Material Cost' by 13.70% with effect from 01.12.2024.
What is the revised per-meal material cost under PM POSHAN for primary and Bal Vatika classes from 1 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Rs 6.19
PIB (9 Dec 2024): material cost is enhanced from Rs 5.45 to Rs 6.19 for primary and Bal Vatika classes, and from Rs 8.17 to Rs 9.29 for upper primary classes.
Where was the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024 inaugurated by PM Modi on 9 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC)
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the PM inaugurated the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024 and the Rajasthan Global Business Expo at Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC) in Jaipur.
Along with the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024, what else did PM Modi inaugurate in Jaipur on 9 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Rajasthan Global Business Expo
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the PM inaugurated the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024 and the Rajasthan Global Business Expo at JECC, Jaipur.
Enrolment for the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card reached what figure within two months of its launch, as reported on 9 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 25 lakh
PIB (9 Dec 2024): enrolment for the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card reached 25 lakh in less than 2 months of its launch on 29 October 2024.
How much free health cover does the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card provide to senior citizens aged 70 and above?
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Correct answer: A — Rs 5 lakh
PIB (9 Dec 2024): the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card provides Rs 5 lakh free health cover to all senior citizens aged 70 years and above, irrespective of socio-economic status.
Which capital city did Syrian rebel forces seize on 8 December 2024, ending Bashar al-Assad's rule?
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Correct answer: D — Damascus
Reuters (8 Dec 2024): Syrian rebels seized the capital Damascus unopposed on Sunday, sending President Bashar al-Assad fleeing to Russia; The Hindu also reports rebels claimed control of Damascus.
To which country did Bashar al-Assad flee after rebels took Damascus on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Russia
Reuters (8 Dec 2024) and The Hindu (9 Dec 2024): President Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia; Reuters reports Moscow gave asylum to Assad and his family.
In its statement of 9 December 2024 on Syria, India's Ministry of External Affairs advocated:
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Correct answer: B — A peaceful and inclusive Syrian-led political process
The Hindu and Indian Express (9 Dec 2024): the MEA said 'We advocate a peaceful and inclusive Syrian-led political process respecting the interests and aspirations of all sections of Syrian society.'
The fall of Bashar al-Assad on 8 December 2024 ended his family's rule over Syria that had lasted roughly:
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Correct answer: C — Five decades
Reuters (8 Dec 2024): the capture of Damascus ended more than five decades of the Assad family's rule; The Hindu (9 Dec 2024) calls it the end of the 50-year-long Assad family rule.
Consider the following about the developments in Syria in December 2024: 1. President Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia after rebels took Damascus. 2. India's MEA underlined the need for all parties to work towards preserving Syria's unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Reuters (8 Dec 2024): Assad fled to Russia as rebels seized Damascus. The Hindu and Indian Express (9 Dec 2024): the MEA underlined the need for all parties to work towards preserving the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria.
Where was the 60th Raising Day Parade of the Border Security Force held on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Jodhpur, Rajasthan
PIB (8 Dec 2024): Amit Shah attended the 60th Raising Day Parade of the BSF as the Chief Guest in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
Who was the Director General of the BSF present at its 60th Raising Day Parade on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Daljit Singh Chaudhary
PIB (8 Dec 2024): Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, BSF Director General Daljit Singh Chaudhary and other dignitaries were present.
According to Amit Shah on 8 December 2024, the BSF has grown from 25 battalions at inception to how many battalions today?
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Correct answer: D — 193
PIB (8 Dec 2024): Shah said the BSF has grown from 25 battalions at the time of its inception to 193 battalions today.
Where has the BSF established the country's first National Coastal Police Academy, as mentioned by Amit Shah on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Okha
PIB (8 Dec 2024): Shah said the BSF has established the country's first National Coastal Police Academy in Okha, which trains state police and border guarding forces.
Consider the following statements made by Amit Shah at the BSF Raising Day Parade on 8 December 2024: 1. Anti-drone units will soon be established at the borders. 2. A laser-equipped anti-drone gun mount system has been developed through a 'Whole of Government Approach'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB (8 Dec 2024): Shah said the government will soon establish anti-drone units at the borders, and that a laser-equipped anti-drone gun mount system has been developed through a 'Whole of Government Approach'.
By what margin did Australia beat India in the second Test at Adelaide on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — 10 wickets
ESPNcricinfo and BBC (8 Dec 2024): Australia won by 10 wickets, chasing 19 without loss to level the five-match series 1-1.
Who was named Player of the Match in the Adelaide Test between Australia and India that ended on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Travis Head
ESPNcricinfo and BBC (8 Dec 2024): Travis Head, who scored 140, was Player of the Match; Cummins took 5-57 and Starc 6-48 in the match.
In which city was the India-Norway Business Forum held on 8 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Mumbai
PIB (8 Dec 2024): the India-Norway Business Forum was held in Mumbai, organised by CII in collaboration with DPIIT.
As stated at the India-Norway Business Forum on 8 December 2024, Norway is India's investor of which rank?
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Correct answer: D — 33rd
PIB (8 Dec 2024): DPIIT Joint Secretary Gurneet Tej highlighted bilateral trade of USD 1.1 billion and Norway emerging as India's 33rd largest investor.
Consider the following about the India-Norway Business Forum held on 8 December 2024: 1. Piyush Goyal proposed launching a startup bridge between India and Norway at the next ministerial meeting. 2. Norway's Ambassador said Norway had already ratified TEPA. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. PIB (8 Dec 2024): Goyal proposed a startup bridge at the next ministerial meet; Norway's Ambassador noted Norway's plans to ratify TEPA by 2025, so it had not yet ratified it.
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.
Where did Union Health Minister J P Nadda launch the 100-day intensified nationwide TB campaign on 7 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Panchkula, Haryana
PIB (7 Dec 2024): J P Nadda launched the 100-day intensified nationwide campaign to reduce TB incidence and mortality in Panchkula, Haryana.
The 100-day intensified TB campaign launched on 7 December 2024 focuses on how many of the most affected districts?
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Correct answer: A — 347
PIB (7 Dec 2024): the focused 100-day campaign aims to quickly detect and treat TB patients in the 347 most affected districts across the country.
According to J P Nadda on 7 December 2024, the rate of TB decline in India has risen from 8.3% in 2015 to:
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Correct answer: D — 17.7%
PIB (7 Dec 2024): the rate of TB decline in India has doubled from 8.3% in 2015 to 17.7% today; TB deaths have reduced by 21.4% in the last 10 years.
How much Ni-kshay support has been provided through DBT to TB patients, as stated on 7 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Rs 3,338 crore
PIB (7 Dec 2024): Ni-kshay support worth Rs 3,338 crore has been provided through direct benefit transfer to over 1.17 crore TB patients.
Consider the following statements made by J P Nadda on 7 December 2024: 1. Deaths due to TB in India have reduced by 21.4% in the last 10 years. 2. TB is now detected early thanks to a network of over 1.7 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB (7 Dec 2024): deaths due to TB have reduced by 21.4% in the last 10 years, and TB is detected early thanks to the network of over 1.7 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs.
With which organisation did the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India organise the International Conclave 2024 in New Delhi on 7 December 2024?
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Correct answer: B — INSOL India
PIB (8 Dec 2024) and RBI speech (7 Dec 2024): IBBI in association with INSOL India organised an International Conclave on 'Insolvency Resolution: Evolution & Global Perspective' in New Delhi.
Who was the Chief Guest at the IBBI-INSOL India International Conclave held on 7 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — M Rajeshwar Rao
PIB (8 Dec 2024): RBI Deputy Governor M Rajeshwar Rao graced the occasion as Chief Guest; Ravi Mital is the IBBI Chairperson. The RBI published his inaugural address dated December 7, 2024.
According to the RBI Deputy Governor at the IBBI conclave on 7 December 2024, the IBC has facilitated pre-admission settlements of underlying debts of over:
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Correct answer: C — Rs 10 lakh crore
PIB (8 Dec 2024): M Rajeshwar Rao emphasised the IBC's role in improving bank asset quality and facilitating substantial pre-admission settlements of underlying debts of over Rs 10 lakh crore.
Which port celebrated its silver jubilee in Chennai on 7 December 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Kamarajar Port
PIB (7 Dec 2024): Sarbananda Sonowal spoke at the silver jubilee celebrations of the Kamarajar Port in Chennai.
What is the cost of the capital dredging and Integrated Command and Control Centre at Kamarajar Port whose foundation stone was laid on 7 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Rs 545 crore
PIB (7 Dec 2024): the Minister laid the foundation stone for capital dredging and an Integrated Command and Control centre at Kamarajar port at a cost of 545 crores.
At the Kamarajar Port silver jubilee on 7 December 2024, Sarbananda Sonowal said that by 2047 India will be:
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Correct answer: B — Among the top ten maritime nations in the world
PIB (7 Dec 2024): Sonowal said that by 2047, India will be among the top ten maritime nations in the world.
George Jacob Koovakad, created a Cardinal by Pope Francis on 7 December 2024, was serving as the coordinator of:
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Correct answer: C — The Pope's Apostolic Journeys
Holy See Press Office (7 Dec 2024): among the 21 new Cardinals was George Jacob Koovakad, titular archbishop of Nisibis of the Chaldeans, coordinator of Apostolic Journeys.
How many new Cardinals did Pope Francis create at the Ordinary Public Consistory on 7 December 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 21
Holy See Press Office (7 Dec 2024): the Holy Father held an Ordinary Public Consistory in the Vatican Basilica for the creation of 21 new Cardinals.
Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, created on 7 December 2024, is incardinated in which Indian archdiocese, according to his official Holy See biography?
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Correct answer: A — Changanacherry
Holy See Press Office biography: Koovakad was born in Chethipuzha, India, on 11 August 1973, ordained in 2004 and incardinated in Changanacherry.