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1.
Which Indian state's Wancho Wooden Craft recently received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Wancho Wooden Craft from Arunachal Pradesh, an integral part of the Wancho tribes' culture, recently received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This ethnic art form is traditionally used for home decoration and gifting.
Category : State
2.
What is the name of the robotic system introduced by Stanford University to enhance bimanual mobile manipulation capabilities?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Stanford University has revealed Mobile ALOHA, a robotic system that builds on Google DeepMind's ALOHA, focusing on mobility and dexterity to elevate bimanual mobile manipulation capabilities.
Category : Technology
3.
Who has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Limited (NIIFL)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Sanjiv Aggarwal, formerly a partner at Actis, a UK-based private equity firm, has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Limited (NIIFL).
Category : Awards and Honours
4.
By which year does the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and USAID aim to assist Indian Railways in achieving 'net zero carbon emission'?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The approved MoU between India and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) aims to assist Indian Railways in achieving 'net zero carbon emission' by the ambitious target year of 2030, as a significant step toward sustainable development.
Category : Environment
5.
In which Indian state is the initiative 'Gunotsav 2024' taking place to assess the performance of approximately 40 lakh students across government schools?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Assam government is initiating the fifth edition of 'Gunotsav 2024,' a state-wide assessment to evaluate around 40 lakh students in government schools, aiming to enhance education quality and improve learning outcomes in the state.
Category : Education
6.
Who has become the first woman Director General of Police (DGP) in Maharashtra?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Rashmi Shukla, a distinguished 1988 batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) in Maharashtra, marking a groundbreaking achievement as the first woman to hold this prestigious position in the state.
Category : Awards and Honours
7.
On which date is the World Day of War Orphans observed?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Day of War Orphans is observed on January 6, 2024, dedicated to highlighting the struggles and needs of children who are the most vulnerable victims of war.
Category : Important Days
8.
Which country declares January 5 as National Bird Day to raise awareness about the significance of birds in the ecosystem?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United States of America declares January 5 as National Bird Day to emphasize the importance of birds in the ecosystem and advocate for their complete freedom, discouraging captivity for monetary profit or human entertainment.
Category : International
9.
Who has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Mr. Vikas Sheel, a seasoned bureaucrat, has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Manila, reflecting India's commitment to international development.
Category : Awards and Honours
10.
In which city did the inauguration of the 58th DGsP/IGsP Conference 2023 take place?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 58th DGsP/IGsP Conference 2023 was inaugurated at the Rajasthan International Centre in Jaipur, with the participation of law enforcement officers in both physical and virtual modes.
Category : National
11.
In which Indian state did NHPC Limited sign an MoU for a Rs 4,000 crore investment in the 750 MW Kuppa Pumped Hydro Storage Project?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
NHPC Limited has signed an MoU with Gujarat Power Corporation Limited for a Rs 4,000 crore investment in the 750 MW Kuppa Pumped Hydro Storage Project located at Chhota Udaipur, Gujarat, aligning with national goals for renewable energy and the "Net Zero" target.
Category : Business
12.
Where does the Indian government plan to establish 'Bharat Park,' a dedicated trade zone for showcasing and storing Indian goods for a global audience?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian government aims to set up 'Bharat Park,' a trade zone in the UAE, with showrooms and warehouses to display and store Indian-made goods, facilitating international transactions and showcasing products globally.
Category : International
13.
What significant milestone have researchers from IIT Madras and Mandi achieved in the field of biotechnology?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Researchers from IIT Madras and Mandi have achieved a significant milestone by metabolically engineering plant cells to boost the production of the anti-cancer drug camptothecin (CPT).
Category : Science
14.
With which organization did Indian Railways renew its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for green initiatives to reduce energy and water use and greenhouse gas emissions?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Indian Railways renewed its MoU with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to collaborate on green initiatives, focusing on reducing energy and water consumption along with lowering greenhouse gas emissions.
Category : Environment
15.
Who has been appointed as the CEO of the Indian Olympic Association?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Olympic Association has appointed Raghuram Iyer as its new CEO, a seasoned professional chosen through a meticulous selection process.
Category : Awards and Honours
16.
Who has been appointed as the Executive Director (ED) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for a tenure of three years?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
G Ram Mohan Rao has been appointed as the Executive Director (ED) of SEBI for a term of three years, where he will be responsible for overseeing the investigation and internal inspection departments, strengthening SEBI's commitment to market integrity.
Category : Awards and Honours
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