Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
Which state government has launched the 'Mo Ghara' housing scheme?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The government of Odisha has recently introduced the Mo Ghara (My House) scheme to provide credit-linked financial assistance to economically and socially weaker households. The scheme aims to address the fund crunch faced by beneficiaries in completing or upgrading their houses.
Category : State
2.
Which state government has approved the gender-inclusive tourism policy 'Aai'?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Maharashtra cabinet approved the Gender Inclusive Tourism Policy 'Aai' on May 30, 2023, under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to empower women in the tourism sector.
Category : State
3.
Which country has reduced its policy rates to combat inflation and stimulate economic recovery?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Sri Lanka has lowered its policy rates as a measure to curb inflation and promote economic recovery.
Category : International
4.
According to the provisional estimate by the Statistics Ministry, what was India's GDP growth rate for the fiscal year 2022-23?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's GDP growth rate for the fiscal year 2022-23 was estimated at 7.2% as per the provisional estimate by the Statistics Ministry. This exceeded expectations and indicates a positive performance of India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Category : Economy
5.
Which state government has made 'life-saving jackets' mandatory for Shikara boats in Dal and Nigeen Lakes?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Jammu and Kashmir government has made the use of 'life-saving jackets' mandatory for Shikara boats in Dal and Nigeen Lakes, as well as other water bodies in the region.
Category : State
6.
By which year does BPCL aim to achieve its net zero targets by developing a diesel-ethanol blend to reduce emissions?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
BPCL has developed a diesel-ethanol blend to reduce emissions and plans to achieve its net zero targets by 2040. BPCL is focusing on petrochemicals and sustainable practices.
Category : Miscellaneous
7.
Which country is the winning team of the NSCCAVA Women's Volleyball Challenge Cup 2023 held in Nepal?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India has emerged as the winning team in the NSC-CAVA Women's Volleyball Challenge Cup held in Kathmandu.
Category : Sports
8.
What is the approved investment amount for India's world's largest food storage scheme in the Cooperative Sector?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian government has recently approved a groundbreaking scheme worth Rs 1 lakh crore aimed at significantly expanding the food grain storage capacity in the cooperative sector.
Category : Economy
9.
Which state government initiated the 'Artificial Intelligence for Youth' programs in the state?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the 'Odisha for Artificial Intelligence' and 'Artificial Intelligence for Youth' initiatives. The state government has collaborated with tech firm Intel for this initiative.
Category : State
10.
What is the percentage of India's GDP growth in the January to March 2023 quarter?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's GDP growth accelerated to 6.1% in the January to March 2023 quarter, resulting in an upward revision of the economy's overall growth to 7.2% for the fiscal year 2022-23, as per the provisional national income data released by the National Statistical Office (NSO) on Wednesday.
Category : Economy
11.
Which state has achieved 100 percent household coverage of banking services through the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Since the launch of Prime Minister Jan Dhan Yojana, Telangana State has achieved 100 percent household coverage of banking services, extending them to all sections of the population.
Category : State
12.
In which Indian state is the 'India-European Union Global Gateway' conference scheduled to be organized?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 'India-European Union Global Gateway' conference is jointly organized by the Ministry of External Affairs, the Delegation of the European Union to India, and the Asian Association in Meghalaya.
Category : State
13.
The new Liberation War Gallery was inaugurated at the Indian Cultural Centre in which city?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
A new 1971 Liberation War Gallery was inaugurated at the Indian Cultural Centre of the High Commission of India in Dhaka on Tuesday. The Chief Guest on the occasion was the Home Minister of Bangladesh, Asaduzzaman Khan.
Category : International
14.
In which city did India and Vietnam hold their 3rd Maritime Security Dialogue?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 3rd India-Vietnam Maritime Security Dialogue took place in New Delhi.
Category : National
15.
Atal Bhujal Yojana (Atal Jal), which has been extended for two more years until December 2025, was launched in which year?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union government has extended the Atal Bhujal Yojana (Atal Jal) for two more years until December 2025. It was launched on 25 December 2019 under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
Category : Miscellaneous
16.
Which state has officially renamed Ahmednagar city as ‘Ahilyanagar’?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Eknath Shinde, announced the official renaming of Ahmednagar city as ‘Ahilyanagar’ in honour of the 18th-century Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar.
Category : State
17.
Which bank has appointed Ashwani Kumar as its new Managing Director and CEO?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ashwani Kumar has been appointed as the Managing Director of UCO Bank, replacing Soma Sankara Prasad, whose term has come to an end.
Category : Banking
18.
Which state established an expert panel to review the reservation formula?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Meghalaya government has responded to the demands of the Voice of the People’s Party (VPP) and announced the formation of an expert committee to review the state’s reservation policy.
Category : State
19.
Which state Government launched the Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Yojana?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Maharashtra government has approved a new financial scheme under which Rs 6,000 will be paid annually to over one crore farmers in the state.
Category : State
20.
Who has been appointed as the Managing Director of SECI?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ajay Yadav has assumed the position of Managing Director of Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI). SECI serves as the nodal agency of the central government for auctioning renewable energy projects.
Category : Persons
21.
Which country implemented a ban on domestic flights for short routes that can be covered by train?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
France became the first country in the world to impose a ban on short-haul domestic flights. The country introduced a new law that prohibits air travel to destinations that can be reached within a two-and-a-half-hour train journey.
Category : International
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