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Delhi Current Affairs Quiz — All time

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PM Modi inaugurates Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 at Bharat Mandapam
Q1

Which organisation did the PM congratulate for organising the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 inaugurated on 4 January 2025?

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Correct answer: A — NABARD

PIB (PMO): the PM congratulated NABARD and other associates for organising the event.

Q2 Advanced

What is the motto of the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025?

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Correct answer: B — Gaon Badhe, To Desh Badhe

PIB (Finance): the Mahotsav, from 4 to 9 January, has the theme 'Building a Resilient Rural India for a Viksit Bharat 2047' and the motto 'गांव बढ़े, तो देश बढ़े'.

Q3 Advanced

According to the PM at the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025, how many rural women have become Lakhpati Didis?

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Correct answer: C — 1.15 crore

PIB (PMO): 1.15 crore women in villages have become Lakhpati Didis and the government aims to make 3 crore women Lakhpati Didis.

CSIR-National Physical Laboratory marks 79th Foundation Day; signs MoU with IIT Madras
Q4 Advanced

Which institution serves as the National Metrology Institute (NMI) of India?

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Correct answer: D — CSIR-National Physical Laboratory

PIB (S&T): CSIR-NPL is the National Metrology Institute of India and develops, maintains and disseminates the National Standards.

Q5 Advanced

Who laid the foundation stone of CSIR-National Physical Laboratory on 4 January 1947?

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Correct answer: A — Jawaharlal Nehru

PIB (S&T): the foundation stone of CSIR-NPL was laid by the late Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on Saturday, 4 January 1947.

Q6

Who was the Chief Guest at CSIR-NPL's 79th Foundation Day on 4 January 2025?

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Correct answer: B — V. Kamakoti

PIB (S&T): Prof. Veezhinathan Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, was Chief Guest and delivered the lecture 'Glancing into Metrology'.

Delhi logged a record 209 'good to moderate' air quality days in 2024: CAQM
Q7

How many 'Good to Moderate' air quality days (AQI below 200) did Delhi record in 2024, according to CAQM's review of 31 December 2024?

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Correct answer: C — 209

PIB (CAQM): Delhi recorded 209 Good to Moderate days in 2024; 157 is the number of Poor to Severe days.

Q8 Advanced

Which two months of 2024 recorded Delhi's best average AQI for those months since 2018, as per CAQM?

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Correct answer: B — February and December

PIB (CAQM): February and December 2024 had the best average AQI for those months since 2018; January and May were the worst.

Q9 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Delhi's air quality in 2024 as reviewed by CAQM: 1. Delhi's average AQI for 2024 was 209. 2. January 2024, with an average AQI of 355, was the worst January since 2018. 3. Delhi had more 'Poor to Severe' days than 'Good to Moderate' days. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 and 2 only

PIB (CAQM): the 2024 average AQI was 209 and January (355) was the worst January; Delhi had 157 Poor–Severe days against 209 Good–Moderate days, so statement 3 is wrong.

Former PM Dr Manmohan Singh accorded state funeral at Nigam Bodh Ghat; seven-day State Mourning till 1 January
Q10

For how many days was State Mourning observed throughout India following the death of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh in December 2024?

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Correct answer: B — Seven days

PIB (MHA): seven days of State Mourning were observed throughout India from 26 December 2024 to 1 January 2025, both days inclusive.

Q11

Where were the last rites of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh held with state honours on 28 December 2024?

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Correct answer: D — Nigam Bodh Ghat

PMIndia/PIB (Lok Sabha Secretariat)/AIR: the PM attended the last rites and the Lok Sabha Speaker paid tribute at Nigam Bodh Ghat, Delhi, on 28 December 2024.

Q12 Advanced

As decided by the Union Cabinet, what was declared in all Central Government offices and CPSUs on the day of Dr Manmohan Singh's state funeral?

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Correct answer: A — A half-day holiday

PIB (Cabinet): on the day of the state funeral, a half-day holiday was declared in all Central Government offices and CPSUs.

Q13 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the official arrangements after Dr Manmohan Singh's death: 1. State Mourning ran from 26 December 2024 to 1 January 2025, both days inclusive. 2. There was to be no official entertainment during the period of State Mourning. 3. The National Flag was flown at half-mast only in Delhi. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 and 2 only

PIB (MHA/Cabinet): mourning ran from 26 December 2024 to 1 January 2025 with no official entertainment; the flag flew at half-mast throughout India where regularly flown and in Indian Missions abroad, not only in Delhi, so statement 3 is wrong.

CAQM revokes GRAP Stage-III across NCR as Delhi AQI improves to 334
Q14

Which stage of the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) did CAQM revoke across the NCR on 27 December 2024?

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Correct answer: D — Stage-III

PIB (MoEFCC): the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP revoked Stage-III of the revised GRAP in the entire NCR with immediate effect on 27 December 2024.

Q15 Advanced

What was Delhi's average AQI at 7 PM on 27 December 2024, when CAQM decided to revoke GRAP Stage-III?

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Correct answer: A — 334

PIB (MoEFCC): Delhi's average AQI improved to 348 at 5 PM, 341 at 6 PM and 334 at 7 PM on 27 December 2024.

Q16 Advanced

Consider the following statements about CAQM's order of 27 December 2024 revoking GRAP Stage-III: 1. All actions under Stages II and I of the revised GRAP remain in force in the NCR. 2. Construction sites issued specific closure orders for violations may resume work once Stage-III is revoked. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1 only

PIB (MoEFCC): all actions under Stages II and I remain invoked, so statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: C&D sites and industrial units under specific closure orders shall not resume without a specific order from the Commission.

CSIR-IGIB team adapts FELUDA CRISPR test to detect H. pylori and its clarithromycin-resistance mutations
Q17 Advanced

The FELUDA-based point-of-care test highlighted by the Ministry of Science and Technology on 27 December 2024 detects which bacterium?

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Correct answer: B — Helicobacter pylori

PIB (Science and Technology): researchers developed FELUDA as a point-of-care test to detect Helicobacter pylori and its mutations in dyspeptic patients.

Q18 Advanced

Resistance of H. pylori to which antibiotic, primarily due to point mutations in its 23S ribosomal RNA gene, can be identified by the FELUDA test reported in December 2024?

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Correct answer: C — Clarithromycin

PIB (Science and Technology): resistance to clarithromycin is primarily attributed to point mutations in the 23S ribosomal RNA coding gene of H. pylori, and en31-FnCas9 identified the 23S rDNA mutation status in biopsy samples.

Q19 Advanced

Which CSIR laboratory's researchers developed the FELUDA-based H. pylori test reported in December 2024?

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Correct answer: D — CSIR-IGIB

PIB (Science and Technology): Dr Shraddha Chakraborty and colleagues at CSIR-IGIB used en31-FnCas9 in the FELUDA test for H. pylori.

22nd Divya Kala Mela at India Gate ends with record sales of over ₹3.5 crore
Q20

Where was the 22nd Divya Kala Mela, which concluded on 22 December 2024 with record sales, held?

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Correct answer: D — India Gate, New Delhi

PIB (Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment): the 22nd Divya Kala Mela was held at India Gate, New Delhi, from 12 to 22 December 2024.

Q21 Advanced

Which organisation launched a new mobile app for loans to Divyang entrepreneurs at the close of the 22nd Divya Kala Mela?

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Correct answer: B — National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation

PIB (Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment): the National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC) launched its new mobile app for seamless access to loans for Divyang entrepreneurs.

Q22 Advanced

Where was the cultural programme 'Divya Kala Shakti', marking the close of the 22nd Divya Kala Mela on 22 December 2024, held?

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Correct answer: B — Kartavya Path, New Delhi

PIB (Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment): DEPwD hosted the cultural programme 'Divya Kala Shakti' at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, which also marked the conclusion of the Divya Kala Mela.

Ashwini Vaishnaw confers 69th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar on 101 railway officials and 22 shields to zones
Q23

Which edition of the Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar was conferred at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 21 December 2024?

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Correct answer: A — 69th

PIB (Railways): Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conferred the 69th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar on 101 railway officials at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Q24 Advanced

How many railway officials received the 69th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar in December 2024?

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Correct answer: C — 101

PIB (Railways): the 69th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar was conferred on 101 railway officials, and 22 shields were given to the best-performing zones.

Q25 Advanced

In the Railway Minister's December 2024 announcement on rewarding zones, what does 'SMQT' stand for?

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Correct answer: B — Safest, Maintenance, Quality and Training

PIB (Railways): Vaishnaw said financial rewards along with shields would be given from next year for excellent SMQT (Safest, Maintenance, Quality and Training) practices.

Ministry of Culture partners France Museums Développement for Yuga Yugeen Bharat National Museum
Q26

The Yuga Yugeen Bharat National Museum is being developed in which buildings of New Delhi?

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Correct answer: C — North and South Blocks

PIB (Culture): the museum, part of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project, will span about 1,55,000 square metres across the North and South Blocks in New Delhi.

Q27 Advanced

With which organisation did the Ministry of Culture partner in December 2024 to develop the Yuga Yugeen Bharat National Museum?

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Correct answer: A — France Museums Développement

PIB (Culture): the Ministry of Culture announced a partnership with France Museums Développement (FMD) on 19 December 2024 to develop the museum.

Q28 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Yuga Yugeen Bharat National Museum: 1. It is part of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project. 2. It was first announced by the Prime Minister at the International Museum Expo in May 2023. 3. It will span about 1,55,000 square metres. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3

PIB (Culture): the museum is an integral part of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project, was first announced by the PM at the International Museum Expo in May 2023, and will span about 1,55,000 square metres. All three statements are correct.

DRDO, IIT Delhi and industry sign 10 tripartite agreements at DIA-GARIMA; ABHED jacket technology transferred
Q29

ABHED, whose technology was transferred by DRDO in December 2024, is a:

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Correct answer: D — Light weight bullet resistant jacket

PIB (Defence): Transfer of Technology of the light weight bullet resistant jacket ABHED (Advanced Ballistic High Energy Defeat) was done with three industry partners.

Q30 Advanced

How many tripartite agreements were signed among DRDO, IIT Delhi and industry at the DIA-GARIMA event on 19 December 2024?

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Correct answer: B — 10

PIB (Defence): during the DIA-GARIMA event at IIT Delhi, 10 tripartite agreements were signed among DRDO, IIT Delhi and industry partners.

Q31 Advanced

Which of the following was NOT among the industry partners that received the ABHED jacket technology in December 2024?

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Correct answer: C — Bharat Electronics Ltd

PIB (Defence): ABHED technology was transferred to MIDHANI (Rohtak), SMPP Pvt Ltd (Delhi) and AR Polymers (MKU), Kanpur. Bharat Electronics Ltd was not among them.

National Museum marks 64th Foundation Day with 'Heritage Unlocked' exhibition
Q32

What was the title of the special exhibition opened on the National Museum's 64th Foundation Day in December 2024?

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Correct answer: D — Heritage Unlocked

PIB (Culture): the special exhibition, organised with ITIHAAS, was titled 'Heritage Unlocked: An Interactive and Educational Experience'.

Q33 Advanced

The origins of the National Museum, New Delhi trace back to 1946, when which committee was formed?

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Correct answer: D — Maurice Gwyer Committee

PIB (Culture): the museum's origins trace back to 1946, when the Maurice Gwyer Committee was formed and the first exhibition of Indian art was showcased in London.

Q34 Advanced

In which year was the National Museum, New Delhi officially inaugurated?

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Correct answer: C — 1960

PIB (Culture): the National Museum was officially inaugurated in 1960; it marked its 64th Foundation Day on 18 December 2024.

CSIR and AIIMS New Delhi sign MoU for collaborative healthcare research
Q35

AIIMS New Delhi signed an umbrella MoU for collaborative healthcare research with which organisation on 17 December 2024?

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Correct answer: D — CSIR

PIB (Science & Technology): CSIR and AIIMS New Delhi signed an MoU on 17 December 2024 for collaborative research in the healthcare domain.

Q36 Advanced

Under the CSIR-AIIMS umbrella MoU of December 2024, which CSIR laboratory signed a separate MoU with AIIMS New Delhi?

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Correct answer: B — CSIR-CCMB, Hyderabad

PIB (Science & Technology): under the umbrella MoU, another MoU was signed between CSIR-CCMB, Hyderabad and AIIMS New Delhi for focused research projects and use of CSIR-CCMB facilities.

Vijay Diwas 2024: Nation pays homage to heroes of the 1971 war
Q37

Vijay Diwas, observed every year on 16 December, commemorates India's victory in the war of which year?

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Correct answer: C — 1971

PIB (Defence): Vijay Diwas is celebrated on 16 December every year to commemorate India's historic victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war.

Q38 Advanced

Where did Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh lay a wreath on Vijay Diwas, 16 December 2024?

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Correct answer: A — National War Memorial, New Delhi

PIB (Defence): to mark the day, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in New Delhi and paid homage to the bravehearts.

Q39 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Vijay Diwas 2024: 1. President Droupadi Murmu led the nation in paying homage to the soldiers of the 1971 war. 2. Vijay Diwas commemorates India's victory over Pakistan. 3. Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi laid a wreath at the National War Memorial. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3

PIB (Defence): the President led the nation in paying homage; the day commemorates India's historic victory over Pakistan; and COAS General Upendra Dwivedi was among those who laid wreaths. All three statements are correct.

CAQM invokes GRAP Stage-IV across NCR as Delhi's AQI crosses 400
Q40 Advanced

What was Delhi's average AQI at 10 PM on 16 December 2024, when the CAQM invoked GRAP Stage-IV across the NCR?

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Correct answer: C — 401

PIB (Environment): the Sub-Committee noted that the AQI was 399 at 9 PM and was recorded as 401 at 10 PM, breaching the 400 mark, and invoked Stage-IV.

Q41 Advanced

As per the Supreme Court's directions of 5 December 2024 in M.C. Mehta vs Union of India, GRAP Stage-III measures must be implemented immediately if Delhi's AQI goes above:

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Correct answer: B — 350

PIB (Environment): the Supreme Court directed that if the AQI goes above 350, Stage-III measures will have to be immediately implemented, and if it crosses 400, Stage-IV measures will have to be reintroduced.

PM addresses fourth National Conference of Chief Secretaries
Q42 Advanced

What was the overarching theme of the fourth National Conference of Chief Secretaries held in Delhi from 13 to 15 December 2024?

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Correct answer: B — Promoting Entrepreneurship, Employment and Skilling – Leveraging the Demographic Dividend

PIB (PMO): the conference included discussions around the overarching theme of 'Promoting Entrepreneurship, Employment and Skilling – Leveraging the Demographic Dividend'.

Q43 Advanced

At the National Conference of Chief Secretaries in December 2024, the Prime Minister directed States to explore Viability Gap Funding for which purpose?

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Correct answer: C — Recycling of e-waste

PIB (PMO): the PM directed the States to explore concepts of Viability Gap Funding for recycling of e-waste, since digital waste will increase in a technology-driven society.

CAQM revises GRAP schedule for Delhi-NCR, moves some actions to earlier stages
Q44 Advanced

Under the revised GRAP (December 2024), Stage II ('Very Poor' air quality) applies when Delhi's AQI is in which range?

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Correct answer: B — 301-400

PIB (Environment): in the revised GRAP, Stage II – 'Very Poor' Air Quality – covers Delhi AQI ranging between 301 and 400.

Q45 Advanced

Under the revised GRAP (December 2024), strict restrictions on BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers in Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Gautam Budh Nagar fall under which stage?

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Correct answer: C — Stage III

PIB (Environment): the revised GRAP lists strict restrictions on BS III petrol and BS IV diesel LMVs (4 wheelers) in Delhi and the four NCR districts under Stage III – 'Severe' Air Quality (Delhi AQI 401-450).

WADA approves NDTL New Delhi as Athlete Passport Management Unit
Q46 Advanced

In December 2024, WADA approved the National Dope Testing Laboratory, New Delhi, as a/an:

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Correct answer: A — Athlete Passport Management Unit

PIB (Youth Affairs & Sports): WADA granted approval for NDTL, New Delhi, as an Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) to manage the Athlete Biological Passport.

Q47 Advanced

With NDTL's approval in December 2024, India became part of a group of how many WADA-approved Athlete Passport Management Units worldwide?

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Correct answer: D — 17

PIB (Youth Affairs & Sports): India is now part of a group of the 17 APMUs approved by WADA worldwide.

President confers National Panchayat Awards 2024 on 45 awardees
Q48

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.

Q49 Advanced

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).

Q50 Advanced

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.

Q51 Advanced

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.

Q52 Advanced

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.

Vice President opens India Maritime Heritage Conclave 2024 at Yashobhoomi
Q53

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.

Q54 Advanced

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).

PM releases 21-volume compendium of Subramania Bharati's complete works
Q55 Advanced

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.

Q56 Advanced

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.

Q57

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.

President addresses NHRC's Human Rights Day celebration
Q58

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.

Q59 Advanced

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.

Q60 Advanced

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.

Jitendra Singh inaugurates 16th Annual Convention of the Central Information Commission
Q61 Advanced

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'.

Q62

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.

Parliamentarians pay tributes to C. Rajagopalachari on his birth anniversary
Q63

On 10 December 2024, Om Birla and parliamentarians paid floral tributes in Samvidhan Sadan to which Bharat Ratna on his birth anniversary?

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Correct answer: A — C. Rajagopalachari

PIB (10 Dec 2024): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid floral tributes to Bharat Ratna Chakravarti Rajagopalachari in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan on his birth anniversary.

Rajya Sabha marks anniversary of the Constituent Assembly's first sitting
Q64

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.

Indian Coast Guard holds second bilateral meeting with Philippine Coast Guard
Q65 Advanced

With which country's coast guard did the Indian Coast Guard hold its second bilateral meeting in New Delhi on 9 December 2024?

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Correct answer: C — Philippines

PIB (9 Dec 2024): the Indian Coast Guard conducted the second bilateral meeting with the Philippine Coast Guard on December 09, 2024, at ICG HQs, New Delhi.

IBBI and INSOL India hold International Conclave 2024 on insolvency resolution
Q66 Advanced

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.

Q67 Advanced

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.

Q68 Advanced

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.

PM inaugurates Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam
Q69

Where did PM Narendra Modi inaugurate the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav on 6 December 2024?

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Correct answer: C — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

PIB (6 Dec 2024): the Prime Minister inaugurated the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

Q70

In the context of the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav, 'Ashtalakshmi' refers to:

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Correct answer: B — The eight states of North-East India

PIB (6 Dec 2024): the PM said the Northeast is the 'Ashtalakshmi' of India, comparing its eight states to the eight forms of Goddess Lakshmi.

Q71 Advanced

What did PM Modi unveil on the occasion of the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav on 6 December 2024?

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Correct answer: D — A commemorative postage stamp

PIB (6 Dec 2024): the PM unveiled a commemorative postage stamp on the occasion of the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav.

Q72 Advanced

PM Modi said at the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav that the government is connecting the Northeast with the trinity of:

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Correct answer: A — Emotion, Economy and Ecology

PIB (6 Dec 2024): 'We are connecting the Northeast with the trinity of Emotion, Economy and Ecology,' the PM said.

Nation pays homage to Dr B R Ambedkar on 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas
Q73

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.

Q74 Advanced

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.

Cabinet approves Rithala-Narela-Kundli corridor of Delhi Metro Phase-IV
Q75 Advanced

The Rithala-Narela-Nathupur (Kundli) corridor approved by the Union Cabinet on 6 December 2024 will be an extension of which Delhi Metro line?

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Correct answer: C — Red Line

PIB (6 Dec 2024): the line will be an extension of the presently operational Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) - Rithala (Red Line) corridor.

Q76 Advanced

What is the length of the Rithala-Narela-Nathupur (Kundli) corridor of Delhi Metro Phase-IV approved on 6 December 2024?

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Correct answer: B — 26.463 km

PIB (6 Dec 2024): the corridor consists of 26.463 km and will comprise 21 stations, all elevated.

Q77 Advanced

What is the completion cost of the Rithala-Narela-Nathupur (Kundli) corridor approved by the Cabinet on 6 December 2024?

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Correct answer: D — Rs 6,230 crore

PIB (6 Dec 2024): the completion cost of the project is Rs 6,230 crore, to be implemented by DMRC in four years.

Dharmendra Pradhan launches PMeVIDYA DTH Channel 31 for Indian Sign Language
Q78 Advanced

Which PMeVIDYA DTH channel number was launched for Indian Sign Language on 6 December 2024?

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Correct answer: B — Channel 31

PIB (6 Dec 2024): Dharmendra Pradhan launched the PMeVIDYA DTH 24x7 Channel No. 31 for Indian Sign Language in New Delhi.

Q79 Advanced

While launching the ISL channel on 6 December 2024, Dharmendra Pradhan highlighted the expansion of recognised disabilities:

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Correct answer: A — From 7 to 21

PIB (6 Dec 2024): Pradhan highlighted the transformational impact of the expansion of the recognised disabilities from 7 to 21.