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846.
Which legislative reform introduced by Union Home Minister aims to replace the outdated Indian Evidence Act of 1872?
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023
Indian Penal Code (IPC)
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023, introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, aims to replace the outdated Indian Evidence Act of 1872 and modernize evidence-related regulations in the criminal justice system.

847.
What is the name of the new committee formed by the Government of India to enhance oversight of National Statistical Office (NSO) data?
Committee on Economic Oversight (CEO)
Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS)
National Data Enhancement Committee (NDEC)
Economic Statistics Oversight Committee (ESOC)
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Government of India has replaced the Standing Committee on Economic Statistics (SCES) with the Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS) to provide comprehensive oversight of National Statistical Office (NSO) data, with a broader mandate involving surveys' framework and outcomes.

848.
By which year is India committed to eliminating Lymphatic Filariasis?
2023
2025
2027
2030
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union Health & Family Welfare Minister announced India's commitment to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis by the year 2027, during the inauguration of the Annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) initiative's second phase.

849.
What is the national heritage animal of India?
Elephant
Tiger
Peacock
Lion
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The national heritage animal of India is the elephant, which is a subspecies of Asian elephant found in mainland Asia.

850.
In the South Asia region, what is India's rank in the Internet Resilience Index (IRI) as per the assessment by the Internet Society?
1st
3rd
6th
9th
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India secured the 6th position in the South Asia region according to the Internet Resilience Index released by the Internet Society, indicating its performance in terms of Internet ecosystem factors.