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1.
Which IIT has developed a three-dimensional (3D) paper-based portable device that can detect adulteration in milk within 30 seconds?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) have developed a three-dimensional (3D) paper-based portable device that can detect adulteration in milk within 30 seconds.
Category : Miscellaneous
2.
For the acquisition of 11 Next-Gen Offshore Patrol Vessels and six Next-Gen Missile Vessels for the Indian Navy, what amount of contracts did the Ministry of Defence sign?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth Rs 19,600 crore for the acquisition of 11 Next-Gen Offshore Patrol Vessels and six Next-Gen Missile Vessels for the Indian Navy.
Category : Economy
3.
The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in New Delhi, India, is celebrating which anniversary with its first-ever “Spring Fiesta” event in 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in New Delhi, India, is celebrating its 69th anniversary with its first-ever “Spring Fiesta” event in 2023.
Category : Miscellaneous
4.
Which organization has issued a circular suggesting "Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPI)" charges on merchant transactions on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has issued a circular suggesting "Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPI)" charges on merchant transactions on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI).
Category : Miscellaneous
5.
Which game do Dhanush and Jyoshna belong to?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dhanush and Jyoshna are Indian weightlifters who won bronze medals at the IWF World Youth Championships.
Category : Sports
6.
Where did the first G20 Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group meeting take place?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The first G20 Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group meeting took place in Gandhinagar.
Category : National
7.
Who has been appointed as the new captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for this season?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have appointed Nitish Rana as their new captain for this season in the absence of regular skipper Shreyas Iyer.
Category : Sports
8.
What is the estimated amount of wheat that the government expects to procure during the Rabi Marketing Season 2023-24?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The government estimates that over 341 lakh MT of wheat will be procured during the Rabi Marketing Season 2023-24.
Category : Miscellaneous
9.
Which country has agreed to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) as a dialogue partner?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Saudi Arabia has agreed to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) as a dialogue partner.
Category : International
10.
From which state/UT does Alia Mir, who was honoured with the Wildlife Conservation Award, belong?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Alia Mir, a woman from Jammu and Kashmir, has been honoured with the Wildlife Conservation Award by the administration for her conservation efforts in the region.
Category : State
11.
What is the target number of non-literates in the age group of 15 years and above to be covered by the New India Literacy Programme launched recently?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The New India Literacy Programme has been launched with the target of covering 5 crore non-literates in the age group of 15 years and above.
Category : Miscellaneous
12.
How many schools across the country have been shortlisted by the Ministry of Education for its flagship Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Ministry of Education has shortlisted around 9,000 schools across the country for its flagship Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI).
Category : National
13.
Which country's parliament has confirmed Humza Yousaf as the new First Minister?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Scottish Parliament confirmed Humza Yousaf as the new First Minister. He becomes the youngest First Minister and the first Muslim leader of a government in western Europe.
Category : International
14.
What is the total amount of India's exports this year, as stated by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on March 28th?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's total exports have crossed US$ 750 billion this year, which is the highest ever, as per Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. This achievement has come in the 75th year of independence.
Category : Economy
15.
How many railway stations have been identified by the Government under the Amrit Bharat Station scheme for the development of railway stations?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Government has identified 1275 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station scheme for the development of railway stations.
Category : Miscellaneous
16.
At what amount per MBTU did the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board introduce the implementation of a Unified Tariff?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board introduced the implementation of a Unified Tariff at Rs 73.93 per MBTU.
Category : Economy
17.
According to the annual Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Report 2021-22, which sector has the highest estimated percentage distribution of female workers?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The annual Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Report 2021-22 states that the agriculture sector has the highest estimated percentage distribution of female workers.
Category : Miscellaneous
18.
Which country has implemented landmark laws that require its biggest greenhouse gas polluters to reduce emissions or pay for carbon credits?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Australia has implemented landmark laws that require its biggest greenhouse gas polluters to reduce emissions or pay for carbon credits.
Category : International
19.
Under the FAME Scheme Phase-2, how many public fast charging stations across the country has the Union government sanctioned for setting up?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union government has sanctioned 800 crore rupees under the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) Scheme Phase -2 for setting up 7432 public fast charging stations across the country.
Category : Miscellaneous
20.
In which state will the Second Sherpa Meet under India’s G20 Presidency begin?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Second Sherpa Meet under India’s G20 Presidency will begin in Kumarakom, Kerala.
Category : State
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