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631.
Which Indian state has launched the 'LABHA' scheme, a 100% state-funded Minimum Support Price initiative for Minor Forest Produce (MFP)?
Maharashtra
Rajasthan
Karnataka
Odisha
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Odisha, under the leadership of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has launched the 'LABHA' scheme, a 100% state-funded Minimum Support Price initiative for Minor Forest Produce (MFP), empowering tribal primary collectors and integrating with Mission Shakti.

632.
In which city did the 63rd Central Geological Programming Board (CGPB) meeting take place?
Jaipur
Kolkata
Lucknow
Bhopal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 63rd Central Geological Programming Board (CGPB) meeting convened in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, under the chairmanship of Shri V.L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Mines.

633.
The Cabinet has approved the establishment of two coal gasification plants in collaboration with Coal India Limited (CIL), GAIL, and BHEL. In which states will these plants be set up?
Jharkhand and Bihar
Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh
West Bengal and Odisha
Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Cabinet approved the setting up of two coal gasification plants in West Bengal and Odisha. These projects, conducted in collaboration with Coal India Limited (CIL), GAIL, and BHEL, aim to produce 100 metric tons by 2028-29, focusing on Natural Gas in West Bengal and Coal-to-Ammonium Nitrate in Odisha.

634.
Which country's Parliament recently approved the 'Online Safety Bill,' facing opposition criticism over concerns about potential restrictions on freedom of speech?
India
Bangladesh
Nepal
Sri Lanka
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Sri Lankan Parliament approved the 'Online Safety Bill,' securing 108 votes in favour and 62 against after a two-day debate. The bill leads to the establishment of the Online Safety Commission with the authority to make punitive rulings on offences.

635.
Which foreign military contingent participated in the Republic Day Parade 2024?
Germany
United Kingdom
United States of America
French
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The French marching squad, led by Captain Louis Noel, consisted of 6 Indian soldiers and 6 Nepalis from the French Foreign Legion, marking their participation in the Republic Day Parade 2024.