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221.
What is the main objective of the ULLAS initiative launched during the Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam 2023?
To provide vocational skills to individuals aged 15 and above
To promote financial literacy and legal literacy
To create a comprehensive learning ecosystem for basic literacy and essential life skills
To offer incentives for student volunteers in education programs
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The ULLAS: Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram was launched by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan during the Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam 2023. The ULLAS initiative aims to revolutionize education and literacy in India by creating a comprehensive learning ecosystem that bridges gaps in basic literacy and critical life skills. The ULLAS initiative operates through volunteerism, encouraging individuals to participate as DUTY or Kartavya Bodh towards nation-building.
Date : 2023-07-31
222.
Who inaugurated the new building of the Assam Legislative Assembly on July 30th?
Om Birla
Himanta Biswa Sarma
Biswajit Daimary
Gulab Chand Kataria
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Lok Sabha Speaker, Om Birla, inaugurated the new building of the Assam Legislative Assembly on July 30th in Guwahati, in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Date : 2023-07-31
223.
What is the purpose of the Guarantee Scheme for Corporate Debt (GSCD) associated with the CDMDF?
To provide insurance coverage for corporate debt securities held by mutual funds.
To offer a guarantee against debt raised by the CDMDF during market dislocation.
To protect investors from losses in the corporate debt market.
To regulate the functioning of corporate debt markets in India.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The GSCD aims to offer guarantee cover against debt raised or to be raised by the CDMDF, adding stability to the market in times of dislocation.
Date : 2023-07-31
224.
What is the current estimated tiger population in India and what is its annual growth rate?
4,000 tigers with a growth rate of 5.2%
3,500 tigers with a growth rate of 7.8%
3,925 tigers with a growth rate of 6.1%
4,200 tigers with a growth rate of 4.5%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The report revealed India’s tiger population estimate of 3,925, with an annual growth rate of 6.1%. India currently harbours almost 75% of the world’s wild tiger population.
Date : 2023-07-31
225.
What is the 'CM Command Centre' launched in Uttar Pradesh?
A new administrative building
A technological initiative for evaluating governance
A cultural centre for performing arts
A medical facility for rural areas
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 'CM Command Centre' is a technological initiative launched in Uttar Pradesh for evaluating governance and ensuring the accessibility of government schemes and services.
Date : 2023-07-31
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