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CA - 7 Flashcards

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What is the purpose of the new Uniform Code for Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024?

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To curb unethical behavior in the promotion of drugs by pharmaceutical companies.

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What new requirement does the code have for pharmaceutical associations?

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To establish ethics committees (3-5 members) to oversee marketing practices and address grievances.

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What is the time limit for filing an appeal with the ACPMP?

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Typically 15 days, with an additional 15 days allowed for exceptional circumstances with written justification.

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What is the estimated population of golden langurs in India as per the latest survey?

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7,396 individuals

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Which organizations collaborated on the recent golden langur population survey?

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Primate Research Centre NE India (PRCNE), Assam Forest Department, Bodoland Territorial Council, Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON), and Conservation Himalayas.

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Where is the entire distribution range of the golden langur (Trachypithecus geei) found in India?

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Manas Biosphere Reserve and fragmented forests in western Assam.

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How does the current population estimate compare to the previous one (2008-09)?

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The current estimate shows an increase. Approximately 1,396 more golden langurs were found compared to 2008-09.

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What is the IUCN Red List status of the golden langur?

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Endangered

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What unique initiative did the Election Commission of India (ECI) undertake to promote voter education and inclusivity?

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Organized an exhibition cricket match between the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) and the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA).

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When and where was the cricket match held?

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at Karnail Singh Stadium in New Delhi.

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Besides the cricket match, what other step did the ECI take to promote inclusivity in the upcoming elections?

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Announced Ms. Sheetal Devi, a Para-archer and Arjuna Awardee, as the National PwD Icon.

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What is the name of the joint military exercise between India and Seychelles?

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LAMITIYE-2024

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What does the name “LAMITIYE” mean?

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Friendship (in Creole language)

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How often is the LAMITIYE exercise held?

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Biennially (once every two years)

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Where is LAMITIYE-2024 taking place?

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Seychelles

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How were the new Election Commissioners chosen?

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Through a Selection Committee including the Prime Minister, Home Minister, and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha (first under the new Act).

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Who are the new Election Commissioners?

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Gyanesh Kumar (retired IAS officer) and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu (retired IAS officer)

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What is the government’s vision for transforming Fair Price Shops (FPS) in India?

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Align them with Prime Minister’s vision of Kushal Bharat (skilled India), Viksit Bharat (developed India), and Digital India.

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MoU between DoF&PD and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).

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To address skill development gaps of FPS dealers, particularly in digital literacy, finance, and business skills for adapting to market changes and exploring new opportunities.

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MoU between DoF&PD and SIDBI.

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To provide working capital assistance to FPSs through a user-friendly digital solution via SIDBI’s GST Sahay app. This will enable FPSs to operate on a credit model for selling non-PDS items.

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Give an example of another recent initiative by the Department of Food and Public Distribution related to FPSs.

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Launching a pilot project to integrate FPSs with the Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) platform.

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What is the purpose of the contract signed between the Ministry of Defence and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)?

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Mid-life upgrade (MLU) of 25 Dornier 228 maritime patrol aircraft for the Indian Navy.

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What is the estimated cost of the Dornier 228 MLU program?

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₹2890 crore

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What will the MLU focus on upgrading for the Dornier aircraft?

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State-of-the-art avionics systems and primary role sensors.

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What is the timeline for completing the MLU project?

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: Within six and a half years.

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What is the significance of integrating the KCC Fisheries scheme with the JanSamarth Portal?

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It provides a revolutionary step for easier access to credit facilities for fishers and fish farmers in India.

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What is the JanSamarth Portal?

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A unique online platform connecting lenders directly with beneficiaries for loans under various government schemes.

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JanSamarth Portal launched by?

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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When was the KCC scheme introduced, and on whose recommendation?

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Introduced in 1998on the recommendation by R.V. Gupta of NABARD.

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How has the KCC scheme evolved over time?

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Initially for agriculture, it was extended to cover investment credit needs (2004) and later to fisheries and animal husbandry (2018-19).

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Which banks can participate in the KCC scheme?

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Commercial banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Small Financial Banks, and Cooperative banks.

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What are the credit limits and interest rates for KCC Fisheries on JanSamarth Portal?

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Existing KCC holders: Up to Rs. 3 lakh with interest subvention and prompt repayment incentive.
New card holders: Rs. 2 lakh credit limit for fisheries working capital requirements.
Lending rate: 7% with 2% government interest subvention and an additional 3% incentive for prompt repayment.

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What is the purpose of the MoU signed between REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL) and BHEL?

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Collaboration to develop utility-scale renewable energy projects in India.

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What is the minimum size for a project to be considered “utility-scale” for renewable energy?

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10 MW or more

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How will the collaboration between RECPDCL and BHEL work?

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They will establish a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to develop renewable energy projects specifically for supplying electricity to power distribution companies (discoms).

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What is the initial target capacity for the SPV’s projects, and which segment will it aim to serve?

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: Initial capacity of 1 GW focused on catering to the energy requirements of the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector, with plans for further expansion.

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MoU between Ministry of Rural Development and Bharat Financial Inclusion Limited (BFIL)

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To support the livelihood intervention program Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) by collaborating on livestock and fisheries development.

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How will the MoU facilitate collaboration on DAY-NRLM?

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By establishing Project Monitoring Units (PMUs) to coordinate activities and strengthen Pashu Sakhis (village-level workers) for animal healthcare and IT-enabled support systems.

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What is the initial phase of collaboration between Ministry of Rural Development and Bharat Financial Inclusion Limited focused on ?

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Setting up a central PMU at the national level and state-level PMUs in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Bihar.

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How will PMUs support DAY-NRLM?

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By including specialists in relevant fields (e.g., livestock) and market linkages to assist the program.

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How will BFIL strengthen Pashu Sakhis under the MoU?

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By providing them with training and resources to offer basic animal healthcare support to livestock.

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What other areas of intervention are included in the MoU?

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Livestock cluster facilitation, developing an IT ecosystem, and providing veterinary care and support to DAY-NRLM Self Help Group (SHG) households.

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What is the purpose of the MoU signed between the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) and J-PAL South Asia?

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To promote inclusive development and empower rural poor women towards self-sufficiency

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How will J-PAL South Asia support MoRD?

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By acting as a knowledge partner on inclusive development and encouraging the use of data and evidence-based decision making.

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What specific initiative will be undertaken by MoRD and J-PAL South Asia?

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Establishing a Gender Impact Lab to conduct research and promote data use within the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) for women-led development.

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Briefly describe the DAY-NRLM program.

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One of the world’s largest community mobilization efforts focusing on rural women. It has organized over 10.04 crore women into more than 90.76 lakh self-help groups and promotes financial inclusion, digital literacy, sustainable livelihoods, and social development, ultimately aiming to empower these women.

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J-PAL South Asia’s previous work related to women’s empowerment?

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J-PAL South Asia, along with Bandhan-Konnagar, has been collaborating with the Government of Bihar to expand the Satat Jeevikoparjan Yojana (SJY), which aims to support 200,000 women-headed households by 2024. [financial and non-financial support to achieve economic self-sufficiency.]

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What is the total value of the waterways projects approved by India’s Shipping Ministry for the Brahmaputra River in Assam?

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₹645 crore

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What is the main goal of these projects?

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Boost river tourism in Assam along the Brahmaputra River (National Waterways 2)

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How will the central government support these projects?

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By providing 100% financial assistance for the development of terminals and riverine infrastructure.

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How does this project fit into the Maritime India Vision (MIV

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It aligns with MIV’s goals of expanding port infrastructure, developing mega ports, and increasing the share of Inland Water Transport (IWT) to 5% by 2030.

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How has the government supported waterway development in the North Eastern Region (NER) in recent years?

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By increasing the number of operational waterways from one in 2014 to 20 in the NER, with a total investment of ₹1,040 crore.

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Briefly describe the Indo-Bangladesh Protocol (IBP) route and its significance

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The IBP route is a joint project between India and Bangladesh that provides an alternative connection for North-eastern states to Kolkata and Haldia ports. It includes developing the Sirajganj-Diakhowa route on the Jamuna River and the Ashuganj-Zakiganj segment on the Kushiyara River, which will connect to the Brahmaputra and Barak rivers (NW-16).

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What is the purpose of the MoU signed between India and Singapore?

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To boost cooperation on legal matters, specifically focusing on international commercial dispute resolution.

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What event did Prime Minister Modi of India and Prime Minister Jugnauth of Mauritius participate in together?

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Joint inauguration of a new airstrip, St. James Jetty, and six community development projects on Agalega Island in Mauritius.

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What other recent developments have strengthened the India-Mauritius partnership?

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The launch of UPI and RuPay Card services in Mauritius on February 12, 2024.

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How does the Jan Aushadhi Scheme benefit Mauritius? [250 high-quality medicine]

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Mauritius is the first country to adopt this scheme, allowing them to source affordable, high-quality medicines from India, benefiting their citizens and promoting India-Mauritius cooperation in healthcare. [ Product basket of PMBJP comprises 1965 drugs and 293
surgical items. ]

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What has the Ministry of Finance introduced to promote digital payments?

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The Ministry of Finance, Department of Financial Services, has introduced an incentive scheme for the fiscal year 2023-2024.
The scheme promotes widespread adoption of RuPay Debit Cards and low-value BHIM-UPI (Person to Merchant) transactions.

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Describe the goals of the digital payments incentive scheme.

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Incentivize banks, payment system operators, and app providers to promote RuPay Debit Card and low-value BHIM-UPI (P2M) transactions (up to Rs 2,000).
Build a strong digital payments ecosystem that reaches various sectors and demographics

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How are the incentives for the digital payments scheme structured?

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Incentives are given quarterly based on the value of transactions.
The scheme has a financial outlay of Rs 3,500 Crore, with separate amounts for RuPay Debit Cards and BHIM-UPI.

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What is the financial breakdown of the digital payment incentive scheme?

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Total outlay: Rs 3,500 Crore
RuPay Debit Card allocation: Rs 500 Crore
BHIM-UPI allocation: Rs 3,000 Crore

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How are incentive rates determined for the digital payments scheme?

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General transactions:
RuPay: 0.40%, capped at ₹100
BHIM-UPI: 0.25%
Industry-specific programs may have lower rates.

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Who will oversee the implementation of the digital payments incentive scheme?

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The Department of Financial Services, working with the National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI), will provide detailed operational guidelines.

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What is the scope of the digital payments incentive scheme?

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Applies to banks operating in India.
Focuses on transactions made within the country.

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What is BHIM-UPI Lite?
[Introduced in September 2022 by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).]

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Small, offline payments: Faster payments for everyday purchases (Rs. 200 limit). Stores money on phone for offline use.

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What is BHIM-UPI LiteX?

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Enhanced offline payments: BHIM-UPI LiteX, a more recent innovation building on UPI Lite, uses NFC for offline transactions (up to Rs. 500). Its launch date is yet to be announced.

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What is “UPI Conversational Payments - Hello! UPI”?

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Voice-based UPI payments: Introduced in 2022, UPI Conversational Payments (“Hello! UPI”) allows users to initiate and complete UPI transactions using voice commands.
Language support: Supports multiple regional languages, improving accessibility for a wider user base.
Useful for: People who are less comfortable with typing or navigating complex interfaces on smartphones.

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What is BHIM UPI 123PAY?

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UPI for feature phones: Launched in August 2021, BHIM UPI 123PAY allows UPI transactions on basic mobile phones without internet.
Four ways to pay:
Missed call-based initiation
IVR (Interactive Voice Response) interface
Feature phone app
Proximity sound-based payments
Promotes financial inclusion: Brings digital payments to wider populations who lack smartphones or internet.

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Who can now issue prepaid instruments for public transport payments?

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Banks and non-banks can now manage prepaid payment instruments for public transport systems, according to the RBI.

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What is the key change for National Common Mobility Cards (NCMC)?

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The RBI now allows issuing NCMC cards with a limit of ₹3,000 without Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.

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What is the current status of NCMC card issuance?

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Around 200 million NCMC cards are issued, but usage remains limited.

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What approval did National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) grant to One97 Communications (Paytm)?

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: NPCI approved One97 to participate on the UPI platform as a Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP) under the multi-bank model

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What does the multi-bank model for TPAPs signify?

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Paytm can now partner with multiple banks (PSPs) to facilitate UPI transactions, instead of relying on a single bank.

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Which banks will act as PSP (payment service provider) banks for Paytm under the new model?

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Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, State Bank of India, and Yes Bank will be Paytm’s PSP banks.

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What additional role will Yes Bank play for Paytm’s UPI transactions?

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Yes Bank will also be the merchant acquiring bank for Paytm’s existing and new UPI merchants. This means “@Paytm” UPI handles will be routed through Yes Bank for merchant transactions.

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Why did NPCI mandate the multi-bank model for large TPAPs?

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NPCI guidelines require large TPAPs (processing over 5% of UPI volume/value) to use a multi-bank model to reduce risks and improve the UPI ecosystem’s stability.

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How was Paytm’s performance in the UPI market before the multi-bank approval?

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Paytm’s UPI transactions and market share had been declining steadily in the months leading to the multi-bank approval (10.8% volume share in Feb 2024 compared to 13% in Dec 2023). The multi-bank model might help Paytm regain its position in the market.

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What was the share of private sector banks in total deposits in India according to December 2023 RBI data?

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34%

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How much did the share of private sector banks in total deposits in India increase from 2017-18 to December 2023?

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9% (increased from 25% to 34%)

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What factor likely contributed to the rise of private sector bank deposit share?

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Aggressive interest rate offerings on deposits by private banks.

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How did the share of public sector banks in total deposits change between 2017-18 and December 2023?

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It decreased from 66% to 59%.

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How did the growth rate of deposits compare between private and public sector banks from March 2018 to December 2023?

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Private banks grew their deposits at a much faster pace (135% growth compared to 40% growth for public sector banks).

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What was the growth rate of India’s goods exports in February 2024 compared to February 2023?

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11.86%

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What was the value of India’s goods exports in February 2024 (in USD)?

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$41.4 billion (highest monthly export in the current fiscal year)

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Which sectors drove India’s export growth in February 2024? (Pick a few)

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Engineering goods, electronics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and petroleum products

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How did the growth rate of India’s goods imports in February 2024 compare to exports?

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Imports grew at a higher rate (12.16%) compared to exports (11.86%).

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What was the value of India’s goods imports in February 2024 (in USD)?

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$60.11 billion

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What was the trade deficit for India in February 2024 (in USD)?

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$18.7 billion

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How did India’s merchandise imports for the period April-February 2023-24 compare to the same period last year?

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Imports decreased by 5.32%.

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Did India’s overall exports (including merchandise and services) grow in February 2024 compared to February 2023?

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Yes, overall exports grew by an estimated 14.20%.

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India’s Top Export Destinations (February 2024)

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United States (US)
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Singapore
South Africa
Netherlands

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India’s Top Import Sources (February 2024)

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Switzerland
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
China
Indonesia
Iraq

93
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When is World Consumer Rights Day observed each year?

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March 15

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What is the theme of World Consumer Rights Day 2024?

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“Fair and responsible AI for consumers”

95
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Can you differentiate between World Consumer Rights Day and National Consumer Day in India?

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Yes, World Consumer Rights Day is a global event, while National Consumer Day is specific to India and observed on December 24.

96
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Which team won the Ranji Trophy in 2024?

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Mumbai

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How long had it been since Mumbai’s previous Ranji Trophy win before 2024?

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8 years (they last won in the 2015-16 season)

98
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Who was the captain of Mumbai during their 2024 Ranji Trophy victory?

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Ajinkya Rahane (became the 26th Mumbai captain to win the trophy)

99
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Who was the player of the match in the 2024 Ranji Trophy finals?

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Musheer Khan - Mumbai

100
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Who was the player of the tournament for the 2024 Ranji Trophy?

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Tanush Kotian Mumbai

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Which national cricket board organizes the Ranji Trophy

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Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

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What is the Ranji Trophy named after?

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Ranjit singh ji, the first cricketer to represent India (also referred to as “Ranji”)

103
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In what year was the first Ranji Trophy played?

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1934–1935

104
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How has the format of the Ranji Trophy changed since it was first played?

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It has grown from a 15-team knockout tournament to a 32-team league and knockout competition.

105
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How many times has Mumbai won the Ranji Trophy (including the 2024 win)?

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42 times (including the first-ever edition)

106
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Obiturary- Laxminarayan Ramdas

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Indian Navy Chief [13th Chief of Naval staff]
and human rights activis

107
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What was Admiral Ramdas’ role in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War?

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He was the commander of INS Beas, a modern gunnery ship that played a vital role in the war.

108
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List some of the military honors Admiral Ramdas received.

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Vir Chakra, Param Vishisht Seva Medal, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, Vishisht Seva Medal

109
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What civilian award did Admiral Ramdas receive in 2004?

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Raman Magsaysay Award

110
Q

What did India launch for accurate time measurement?

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The National Time Protocol (NTP) for uniform, millisecond-accurate time distribution.

111
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How can the public access the NTP?

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Via the websites time.nplindia.org or time.nplindia.in

112
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Why is the NTP important for India?

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Increases cybersecurity
Makes India the first to have its own time distribution system
Replaces reliance on GPS for time with an indigenous system based on NavIC

113
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Where did the DoCA establish a new power transmission equipment testing facility?

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At the National Testing Laboratory in Manda, Jaipur, Rajasthan.

114
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What type of facility is new power transmission equipment testing facility??

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A state-of-the-art Integrated Power Transmission Line Equipment Testing Facility, in partnership with the Bureau of Indian Standards.

115
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What new recognition did the Department of Consumer Affairs achieve?

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The DoCA is now one of 14 OIML (International Organization of Legal Metrology) issuing authorities capable of issuing globally recognized OIML certificates.

116
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International Organization of Legal Metrology (headquartered in

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Paris, France

117
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Besides the NTP, what else did the Department of Consumer Affairs inaugurate?

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Timing infrastructure at the Regional Reference Standards Laboratories (RRSLs) in Faridabad and Ahmedabad.

118
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Where will atomic clocks be installed for India’s National Time Protocol system?

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Regional Reference Standards Laboratories (RRSLs) in these cities:
Bengaluru
Bhubaneswar
Guwahati
Delhi

119
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Who has Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas appointed as the new prime minister?

A

Mohammad Mustafa, a longtime economic adviser and U.S.-educated economisT

120
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What is the aim of the government’s new pilot program related to road accidents?

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To provide timely medical care to road accident victims, particularly within the “golden hour” (the initial period after an accident where treatment is most critical).

121
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What financial assistance does the pilot program offer for road accident victims?

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Cashless treatment up to Rs 1.5 lakh per person for a maximum of 7 days from the date of the accident.

122
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What law provides the basis for the government’s initiative on road accident victim care?

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Section 162 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, which mandates the government’s responsibility to reduce road accident fatalities.

123
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Where is the pilot program for road accident care being launched?

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In Chandigarh.

124
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What types of road accidents are covered under the pilot program?

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All road accidents caused by the use of a motor vehicle on any type of road

125
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How will the pilot program leverage existing government schemes?

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It will utilize Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) packages for treating trauma and polytrauma cases.

126
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How will hospitals be compensated for treatment provided under the pilot program?

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Claims will be reimbursed from the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund.

127
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What IT systems will enable the implementation of the pilot program?

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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways’ eDAR application and the National Health Authority’s Transaction Management System (TMS).

128
Q

Who inaugurated India’s first LNG powered bus?

A

Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

129
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Which corporation will operate the LNG powered bus?

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Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC).

130
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How many of MSRTC’s diesel vehicles will be converted to LNG?

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5000 diesel vehicles.

131
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What percentage of MSRTC’s total expenditure is for diesel?

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34 percent.

132
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What is the expected reduction in pollution due to the conversion from diesel to LNG?

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Pollution will reduce by 10 percent.

133
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Who has MSRTC signed an MoU with for the conversion of buses to LNG?

A

M/s Kings Gas.

134
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How many LNG distribution facilities will MSRTC set up?

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At 90 depots across the state.

135
Q

When is National Immunization Day observed in India?

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March 16th every year.

136
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What is the theme of National Immunization Day 2024?

A

“Vaccines Work for Everyone”

137
Q

What is the name of India’s major immunization program that started in 1978?

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Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI), renamed Universal Immunization Program (UIP) in 1985.

138
Q

What is the focus of Mission Indradhanush launched in Dec 2014?

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Ensuring full immunization for children up to two years old and pregnant women.

139
Q

What major tourist destination in Iceland was evacuated due to a volcanic eruption?

A

The Blue Lagoon

140
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Iceland’s capital

A

Reykjavik

141
Q

Which team won the Women’s Premier League 2024 title?

A

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

142
Q

How did the Royal Challengers Bangalore win the WPL 2024 final?

A

They defeated the Delhi Capitals by eight wickets.

143
Q

Where was the Women’s Premier League 2024 final played?

A

Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

144
Q

Who was the Player of the Match in the WPL 2024 final?

A

Sophie Molineux (for her 3/20 spell)

(Australia, Royal Challengers Bangalore)

145
Q

Who won the Orange Cap in WPL 2024?

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Ellyse Perry (for scoring the most runs - 347 runs) (Australia, Royal Challengers Bangalore)

146
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Who won the Purple Cap in WPL 2024?

A

Shreyanka Patil (for taking the most wickets - 13 wickets) [RCB]

147
Q

Who won the inaugural Women’s Premier League in 2023?

A

Mumbai Indians

148
Q

How many teams participated in the second season of the Women’s Premier League?

A

Five teams

149
Q

Who are the two winners of the Chameli Devi Jain Award 2024 for Outstanding Woman Media Person of the Year?

A

Grishma Kuthar (independent journalist) and Ritika Chopra (The Indian Express)

150
Q

How many entries did the jury consider for the Chameli Devi Jain Award 2024?

A

Over 65 entries from women journalists

151
Q

Who comprised the independent jury for the 2024 award?

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Radhika Ramaseshan (Chair, senior journalist), Mariyam Alavi (author), and Richard Mahapatra (managing editor, Down to Earth)

152
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What type of journalism does Grishma Kuthar specialize in?

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Multimedia journalism, in-depth research, and investigative reporting from conflict zones (e.g., Manipur)

153
Q

What is Ritika Chopra’s current position at The Indian Express?

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Chief of the National Bureau (Government) and National Education Editor

154
Q

Who is the Chameli Devi Jain Award named after?

A

Chameli Devi Jain, a freedom fighter, community reformer, and Indian independence movement participant

155
Q

Who won the inaugural Chameli Devi Jain Award [(by the Media Foundation)] in 1981?

A

Neerja Chowdhury

156
Q

Which two financial regulatory bodies signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU)?

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The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) of India and the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius (FSCM).

157
Q

What is the primary focus of cooperation in the MoU?

A

Promoting institutional cooperation between the two organizations to develop their respective financial markets.

158
Q

What specific areas will the MoU focus on?

A

Technology application in financial services
Innovation
Fintech (financial technology)
Regtech (regulatory technology)

159
Q

When did the ICC introduce the stop-clock rule in limited-overs internationals?

A

December 2023 (initially on a trial basis)

160
Q

From when will the stop-clock rule be mandatory in ODIs and T20Is?

A

June 1, 2024

161
Q

What is the purpose of the stop-clock rule?

A

To ensure faster completion of matches by limiting time between overs.

162
Q

How much time does the fielding side have to start a new over according to the stop-clock rule?

A

60 seconds after the previous over finishes.

163
Q

What are the existing penalties for slow over rate besides the stop-clock rule?

A

One-fielder-docked rule and monetary fines.

164
Q

Where will the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup be held?

A

West Indies and USA

165
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One-fielder-docked rule

A

If a fielding team is behind the required over rate by one over after 40 overs in a 50-over match, or by an equivalent number of overs in a shorter match, they will be penalized by having one fewer fielder allowed outside the 30-yard circle for the remainder of the inning. This penalty increases by one fielder for every additional over they fall behind the required rate

166
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What are the names of the 5th and 6th ASW Shallow Water Crafts (SWC) launched for the Indian Navy?

A

Agray and Akshay

167
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where were these ships launched?

A

M/S GRSE, Kolkata

168
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What is the primary function of these ASW SWC ships?

A

Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) operations in coastal waters

Low Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO)
Mine Laying Operations

169
Q

Who is building the eight ASW SWC ships for the Indian Navy?

A

Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata

170
Q

When was the contract signed for building these ships?

A

April 29, 2019 (between MoD and GRSE)

171
Q

How many indigenously built warships/submarines for the Indian Navy have been delivered in the past year?

A

3

172
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How many warships have been launched in the last year?

A

9 (including Agray and Akshay)

173
Q

What is the estimated indigenous content of the ASW SWC ships?

A

Over 80%

174
Q

What are the three new parameters SEBI added for identifying Qualified Stock Brokers (QSBs)?

A

Compliance Score
Proprietary Trading Volumes
Grievance Redressal Mechanism

175
Q

What were the existing parameters used to determine QSB status?

A

Number of active clients
Total client assets
Trading volumes
End-of-day margin obligations of clients

176
Q

Can brokers choose to become QSBs even if they don’t meet the standard criteria?

A

Yes, SEBI now allows brokers to voluntarily opt to become QSBs.

177
Q

What is the goal of SEBI’s decision to expand the QSB framework?

A

To protect investors and increase trust in the securities market.

178
Q

How does SEBI calculate the qualifying parameters for QSBs?

A

For each broker, SEBI calculates the percentage of a parameter compared to the total aggregate of that parameter across all brokers.

179
Q

What happens if a QSB no longer meets the qualifying criteria?

A

They must continue to comply with the enhanced QSB obligations for three additional financial years or as specified by market infrastructure institutions.

180
Q

When do the different parameters for QSB designation come into effect?

A

Compliance Score and Grievance Redressal Score: September 1st of the following year.
Other parameters: June 1st of the following year.

181
Q

What is the name of the military exercise between India and the US?

A

Exercise Tiger Triumph 2024

182
Q

What type of exercise is Tiger Triumph?

A

Bilateral Tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Amphibious Exercise

183
Q

Where and when was the opening ceremony of Tiger Triumph held?

A

Onboard INS Jalashwa on March 19, 2024

184
Q

Where is the Harbour Phase of the exercise taking place?

A

Visakhapatnam, India

185
Q

What is the main goal of the MoU signed between the Indian Navy and IIT Kharagpur?

A

To promote technology development, innovative solutions, and joint research and development (R&D) initiatives.

186
Q

What kind of collaborative efforts will the MoU encourage?

A

Joint R&D projects involving teams from the Indian Navy and IIT Kharagpur.

187
Q

Who will coordinate the MoU between the Navy and IIT Kharagpur?

A

INS Shivaji, Lonavala

188
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189
Q

Microsoft and OpenAI are working together on building an artificial intelligence supercomputer called

A

Stargate” that could cost as much as $100 billion, according to a report by The Information on Friday.

190
Q

What initiative did NITI Aayog launch under its Aspirational Blocks Programme?

A

‘Vocal for Local’ initiative.

191
Q

What is the goal of the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative?

A

To bolster local economies and foster grassroots-level entrepreneurship.

192
Q

How many local products have been mapped under the Aakanksha brand?

A

Local products from 500 aspirational blocks.

193
Q

What is the Aakanksha brand?

A

An umbrella brand for local products, with potential for multiple sub-brands for international markets.

194
Q

Where has a dedicated window for the Aspirational Blocks Programme been established?

A

On the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal.

195
Q

How many districts and block level officials attended the launch virtually?

A

All 329 Districts and Block Level Officials.

196
Q

What is the Government e-Marketplace (GeM)?

A

An online platform for public procurement launched by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, in 2016.

197
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What does the GeM portal facilitate?

A

Online procurement of common use Goods & Services required by various Government Departments/Organizations/PSUs.

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