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India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

1. A Super-Specialty Cancer and Research Centre has been set up in which state in line with the NPCDCS programme?

[A] Mizoram
[B] Kerala
[C] Odisha
[D] Karnataka

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Correct Answer: A [Mizoram] Notes:
The Indian Government launched the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS) in 2010.
In line with the NPCDCS, a164-bed Super-Specialty Cancer and Research Centre is being set up in Mizoram. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Indian Government signed a loan agreement to provide Rs.560 crore credit for this project’s implementation.

2. Which state passed the ‘Protection of Drinking Water Catchment Areas Bill, 2023’?

[A] Bihar
[B] West Bengal
[C] Arunachal Pradesh
[D] Odisha

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Correct Answer: C [Arunachal Pradesh] Notes:
The Arunachal Pradesh Protection of Drinking Water Catchment Areas Bill, 2023 was recently passed via voice vote by the state assembly.
It aims to protect drinking water catchment areas to preserve drinking water sources and to make provisions for the same. The bill aims to activate community participation in governance, thus empowering individuals at the lowest level.

3. Who is the head of the committee set up by the Urban Affairs Ministry to examine stalled real estate projects?

[A] Parameswaran
[B] Amitabh Kant
[C] Saraswat
[D] Urjit Patel

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Correct Answer: B [Amitabh Kant] Notes:
Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry has set up a committee headed by Amitabh Kant to examine stalled real estate projects.
It seeks to examine the issues related to legacy stalled real estate projects in the country and recommend ways to complete them.

4. Which state/UT launched the ‘Directorate of Paribar’ to have better connect with the people of the state within the country and across the world?

[A] West Bengal
[B] Odisha
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Karnataka

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Correct Answer: B [Odisha] Notes:
The establishment of the Directorate of Odisha Paribar was approved recently by the state cabinet. It will be the one-stop point of contact and support system for Odias dwelling in other parts of India and across the world.
The Directorate of Odisha Parivar will be under the Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture to have better connect with Pravasi Odias within the country and across the world.

5. Union External Affairs Minister Jaishankar launched ‘Tulsi Ghat Restoration Project’ in which country?

[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Nepal
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Uganda

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Correct Answer: D [Uganda] Notes:
Union External Affairs Minister Jaishankar launched ‘Tulsi Ghat Restoration Project’ of Varanasi during his visit to Uganda’s Kampala.
Uganda was endorsed to chair the Non-Aligned Movement on behalf of Africa for the period from 2022 to 2025.

6. As per a Supreme Court bench ruling, it can use its powers under which Article to directly grant a divorce decree?

[A] Article 21
[B] Article 92
[C] Article 121
[D] Article 142

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Correct Answer: D [Article 142] Notes:
Recently, a five-judge bench of the Supreme Court ruled that it can use its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution to grant a divorce decree directly to consenting parties in cases where there is an irretrievable breakdown of marriage.
This would eliminate the need for the parties to be referred to a family court, where they would have to wait for 6 to 18 months for a decree of divorce by mutual consent.

7. After nine-year ban, Coal mining has resumed legally in which state/UT?

[A] Assam
[B] Meghalaya
[C] West Bengal
[D] Odisha

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Correct Answer: B [Meghalaya] Notes:
After nine-year ban, coal mining in Meghalaya is set to resume legally by July this year. It was banned since 2014.
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the Centre had approved mining leases for four persons in the State, which will lead to scientific mining in the State.

8. Which institution introduced the ‘Star Labelling Program’?

[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Bureau of Energy Efficiency
[C] BARC
[D] BHEL

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Correct Answer: B [Bureau of Energy Efficiency] Notes:
Star Labelling Program was introduced by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) to provide customers with an informed choice about energy efficiency and cost saving.
This initiative has led to the improved energy efficiency of air conditioners and inverter technology. It led to an efficiency improvement of split ACs by 43% for 1-Star & 61% for 5-Star level.

9. Which Union Ministry is associated with the ‘Training Programme on Legislative Drafting’?

[A] Ministry of Defence
[B] Ministry of Justice
[C] Ministry of Home Affairs
[D] Ministry of Law

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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Home Affairs] Notes:
The Training Programme on Legislative Drafting will be inaugurated by the Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
The programme was organised by the Institute of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies (ICPS), in collaboration with the Parliamentary Research and Training Institute for Democracies (PRIDE).

10. Rice, maize, and cotton crops are usually sown in which season?

[A] Kharif
[B] Rabi
[C] Zaid
[D] Monsoon

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Correct Answer: A [Kharif] Notes:
The Central Government recently approved the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for Nitrogen (N), Phosphorous (P), Potash (K) and Sulphur (S) for the 2023 kharif season.
Rice, maize, and cotton are some of the major Kharif crops in India and require good rainfall. It had also approved NBS rates for Rabi season this year (January to March).

11. Which institution organises the ‘Operation Dhvast’?

[A] Coast Guard
[B] National Investigation Agency
[C] Indian Navy
[D] Reserve Bank of India

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Correct Answer: B [National Investigation Agency] Notes:
As part of the Operation Dhvast, a massive day-long operation was conducted by the National Investigation Agency.
This operation was conducted in 8 states in terrorist-gangster-drug smugglers nexus cases, along with Haryana Police and Punjab Police.

12. Which company will operate and maintain Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ Metro’s line 3, Mumbai’s first fully underground corridor?

[A] Delhi Metro Rail Corporation
[B] Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation
[C] Chennai Metro Rail Corporation
[D] Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation

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Correct Answer: A [Delhi Metro Rail Corporation] Notes:
Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ Metro’s line 3 is Mumbai’s first fully underground corridor. It will be operated and maintained by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC).
The contract has been awarded to DMRC for a duration of 10 years for the operation and maintenance of the metro line.

13. Which institutions released the ‘Gaganyaan Recovery Training Plan’?

[A] ISRO and Indian Air Force
[B] ISRO and Indian Navy
[C] ISRO and Indian Army
[D] ISRO and NSIL

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Correct Answer: B [ISRO and Indian Navy] Notes:
The Indian Navy and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have released the Gaganyaan Recovery Training Plan at INS Garuda in Kochi.
It provides a training plan for recovery of the Crew Module of the Gaganyaan Mission. The Crew Module Recovery Model was also formally handed over to the Indian Navy.

14. Census 2021, which was postponed due to COVID-19, includes options for how many religions?

[A] Four
[B] Six
[C] Eight
[D] Ten

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Correct Answer: B [Six] Notes:
The Next Census will only count Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Sikh and Jain as distinct religion options.
This is despite demands from several sections including Sarnaism, the Lingayat religion, to be counted as a separate religion. Census 2021, which was to be conducted in two phases, has been postponed indefinitely, with the Central government initially attributing the delay to the COVID-19 pandemic.

15. Which state is set to host the ‘Mahakumbh 2025’ event?

[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Odisha
[D] West Bengal

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Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh] Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh government is preparing for organising Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj. As part of this initiative, the setting up of Digital Kumbh Museum is being proposed.
This museum will be built at the cost of Rs 60 crores and will serve as an attraction for the devotees.

16. NTPC Green Energy Limited signed MoU with which state to collaborate in the development of Renewable Energy projects?

[A] Assam
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Gujarat

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Correct Answer: B [Uttar Pradesh] Notes:
An MoU was signed recently by the NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) and Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL) to collaborate in the development of Renewable Energy Parks and Projects.
This MoU also seeks to facilitate renewable energy transition in India. NTPC is India’s largest Power Utility, with a total installed capacity of about 72 GW.

17. What is the name of the ‘Electronic signage systems’ that have been installed in High Courts of India?

[A] NITI Clocks
[B] Justice Clocks
[C] Court Clocks
[D] Judge Clocks

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Correct Answer: B [Justice Clocks] Notes:
Electronic signage systems known as Justice Clocks have been installed across the court complexes of High Courts.
The initiative will inform stakeholders about court-related key parameters and bring awareness among public by providing an overview of court-related data.

18. The Central government has assigned ₹145 crore to which state for development of a Unity Mall?

[A] Assam
[B] Odisha
[C] Nagaland
[D] Manipur

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Correct Answer: C [Nagaland] Notes:
The Central government has assigned ₹145 crore to Nagaland for the development of a Unity Mall in Dimapur.
This initiative aims to highlight and promote the One District One Product (ODOP) offerings of the state. The allocated amount is a component of the Union Budget 2023-24, which has dedicated ₹5,000 crore for the establishment of Unity Malls nationwide.

19. The Green Diamond, which was presented by Prime Minister Modi to the US President Joe Biden and First Lady, was developed in which state?

[A] Gujarat
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Goa
[D] Telangana

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Correct Answer: A [Gujarat] Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a unique gift upon US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. It was produced by a lab based in Surat, Gujarat.
The lab-grown 7.5-carat green diamond possesses similar chemical and optical characteristics as naturally mined diamonds from the Earth. The diamond is eco-friendly as resources like solar and wind power were used in its making. It has emitted only 0.028 grams of carbon per carat, and is certified by the Gemological Lab, International Gemological Institute.

20. Joha rice, which was seen in the news, is from which state/UT?

[A] West Bengal
[B] Assam
[C] Odisha
[D] Bihar

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Correct Answer: B [Assam] Notes:
Scientists at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology conducted research on the nutraceutical properties of Joha rice, an aromatic rice grown in the Northeastern region of India, especially Assam.
They found that Joha rice is effective in reducing blood glucose levels and preventing the onset of diabetes, making it a promising choice for managing diabetes.

21. What is the name of the ‘Electronic signage systems’ that have been installed in High Courts of India?

[A] NITI Clocks
[B] Justice Clocks
[C] Court Clocks
[D] Judge Clocks

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Correct Answer: B [Justice Clocks] Notes:
Electronic signage systems known as Justice Clocks have been installed across the court complexes of High Courts.
The initiative will inform stakeholders about court-related key parameters and bring awareness among the public by providing an overview of court-related data.

22. Which is the first state/UT to introduce trial runs of buses powered by hydrogen?

[A] West Bengal
[B] Assam
[C] New Delhi
[D] Tamil Nadu

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Correct Answer: C [New Delhi] Notes:
In the coming months, the initial trial runs of buses powered by hydrogen are expected to commence in Delhi, with other states to follow suit.
In this trial, the hydrogen-powered buses operate similarly to electric buses, as hydrogen reacts with a ‘fuel cell’ battery to generate electricity without generating any carbon emissions.

23. As per WHO data, what is the immunisation coverage for DPT3 in India in 2022?

[A] 50 %
[B] 75 %
[C] 90 %
[D] 93 %

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Correct Answer: D [93 %] Notes:
The coverage rate for DPT3, the third dose of diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus vaccines, in India rose to an all-time of 93% in 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) said.
It surpassed the previous pre-pandemic best of 91% recorded in 2019, and also marking a sharp increase from the 85% recorded in 2021.

24. ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign aims to create a garden in which city?

[A] New Delhi
[B] Mumbai
[C] Gandhi Nagar
[D] Ladakh

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Correct Answer: A [New Delhi] Notes:
As part of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebration, the Union government has initiated the ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign, aimed at creating a garden along the Kartavya Path in Delhi.
Soil collected from various regions of India in August will be used for this purpose. The campaign includes events at different levels, starting with panchayat-level programs scheduled between August 9 and 15, followed by village, block, urban local body, state, and national-level programs.

25. The First-ever Aadhaar Centre in Indian Army has been inaugurated in which city/town?

[A] New Delhi
[B] Ladakh
[C] Guwahati
[D] Tawang

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Correct Answer: A [New Delhi] Notes:
The inaugural ceremony of the first Permanent Aadhaar Enrolment Centre (PAEC) for the Army took place at 1 Central Base Post Office (CBPO) in New Delhi.
The PAEC is set up to provide convenient Aadhaar services, including enrolment and updates, for both Defence and civilian personnel of the tri-services, as well as their dependents. These services will be accessible through their Field Post Offices (FPO) at 48 designated locations across the country. The establishment of PAEC services is planned at all Command HQs, Corps HQs, and selected FPOs.

26. Which institution approved the Guidelines for Institutional Development Plan (IDP) for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)?

[A] NITI Aayog
[B] UGC
[C] AICTE
[D] CBSE

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Correct Answer: B [UGC] Notes:
Recently, the University Grants Commission (UGC) approved the Guidelines for Institutional Development Plan (IDP) for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
These guidelines are intended to assist HEIs in attaining academic and research excellence while enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. Additionally, the IDP will offer direction to HEIs in exercising academic, administrative, financial, and business autonomy, while maintaining accountability.

27. Which state/UT has approved ‘Water Tourism and Adventure Sports Policy, 2023’?

[A] Gujarat
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Goa

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Correct Answer: C [Uttar Pradesh] Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved the Uttar Pradesh Water Tourism and Adventure Sports Policy, 2023.
The policy aims to transform the state into a water tourism and adventure sports hub, valid for 10 years from the date notified by the state government.

28. The Government of NCT of Delhi Bill proposes to constitute which institution?

[A] National Capital Civil Service Authority
[B] National Capital Authority
[C] National Capital Government Affairs Authority
[D] National Capital Chief Secretary Authority

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Correct Answer: A [National Capital Civil Service Authority] Notes:
Parliament has passed the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2023. The Rajya Sabha cleared it by voting 131 MPs in favour of the bill, while 102 MPs against bill.
It empowers the Central Government to make rules in connection with the affairs of the Government of Delhi. It also has a provision of the constitution of the National Capital Civil Service Authority, consisting of Delhi Chief Minister, the Chief Secretary of Delhi, and the Principal Home Secretary of Delhi.

29. Inter-Services Organisation Bill, 2023 which was passed recently, grant full authority over the service personnel to?

[A] The President of India
[B] Commander-in-Chief and the Officer-in Command of ISO
[C] Chief of Defence Staff
[D] Prime Minister of India

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Correct Answer: B [Commander-in-Chief and the Officer-in Command of ISO] Notes:
Rajya Sabha recently passed the Inter-Services Organisation (Command, Control and Discipline) Bill, 2023.
The legislation aims to grant the Commander-in-Chief and the Officer-in Command of Inter-Services Organisations (ISOs) full administrative and disciplinary authority over the service personnel under their command, irrespective of their service.

30. ‘Kamar’ Tribal Group is a particularly vulnerable tribal group (PVTG) of which state/UT?

[A] Chhattisgarh
[B] Odisha
[C] Jharkhand
[D] Madhya Pradesh

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Correct Answer: A [Chhattisgarh] Notes:
The ‘Kamar’ tribe in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari district, a particularly vulnerable tribal group (PVTG), has been granted habitat rights to protect their culture and livelihood.
This makes Kamar the first PVTG in the state to receive such status. Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel handed over the habitat rights certificates to heads of 22 settlements on the occasion of the World Tribal Day- 9 August.

31. Which state/UT banned the cultivation of PUSA-44 paddy variety?

[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Punjab
[C] Assam
[D] Kerala

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Correct Answer: B [Punjab] Notes:
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced recently that the state will prohibit the cultivation of the PUSA-44 paddy variety starting from next year, due to its high water consumption and stubble production.
Previously, this variety accounted for 70 to 80 percent of the total paddy cultivation area in the state, and the farmers were highly content with its impressive yield.

32. South Lhonak Lake is a glacial lake situated in which state?

[A] Sikkim
[B] Arunachal Pradesh
[C] Bihar
[D] West Bengal

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Correct Answer: A [Sikkim] Notes:
14 people were killed and 102 others are missing in Sikkim after the South Lhonak Lake burst due to incessant rains, leading to the release of water in downstream areas.
South Lhonak Lake is a glacial lake situated in the state’s northwest at 17,000 feet. The substantial storage capacity of the Teesta-III dam’s reservoir and the failure to activate its spillways may be the reasons for the flood, as per experts.

33. Which state houses India’s first bamboo-based biorefinery?

[A] West Bengal
[B] Kerala
[C] Assam
[D] Maharashtra

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Correct Answer: C [Assam] Notes:
The Assam biorefinery is a joint venture between Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL), a public sector oil company in Assam and its Finnish partners Chempolis and Fortum.
This biorefinery, with a total investment of 40 billion rupees, is anticipated to have an annual output of 50,000 tonnes of ethanol, 16,000 tonnes of furfural, and 11,000 tonnes of acetic acid.

34. As per the 2nd Advance Estimates of production of various horticultural crops for the year 2022-23, what is the pattern of production from last year?

[A] Increased
[B] Decreased
[C] Remained Same
[D] No Data

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Correct Answer: A [Increased] Notes:
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has released the 2nd Advance Estimates of the area and production of various horticultural crops for the year 2022-23. According to this estimate, total horticulture production in the country is expected to be a record 351.92 million tonnes in the year 2022-23.
This is an increase of about 4.74 million tonnes (1.37%) as compared to the year 2021-22 (final).

35. India has collaborated with which country on Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership?

[A] Australia
[B] Sweden
[C] Japan
[D] Israel

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Correct Answer: C [Japan] Notes:
The Union Cabinet approved the Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between India and Japan on Japan-India Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership.
The MoC intends to strengthen cooperation between India and Japan towards enhancement of semiconductor supply chain, recognizing the importance of semiconductor for the advancement of industries and digital technologies.

36. ‘Amrit Kalash Yatra Trains’ are flagged off under which campaign?

[A] Ek Bharat Shreshta Bharat
[B] Meri Maati Mera Desh
[C] YUVA
[D] Atmanirbhar Bharat

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Correct Answer: B [Meri Maati Mera Desh] Notes:
The ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ (MMMD) campaign is a tribute to the soldiers of the Indian Army who sacrificed their lives for their nation.
Under the campaign, ‘Amrit Kalash Yatra Trains’ are flagged off. During this Yatra, urns containing soil from various districts will be collected, symbolizing the soil of the city, and the journey will conclude at the National War Memorial.

37. Which state legislative assembly approved a legislation that increases the reservation for SC/ST/EBE and OBC from 50% to 65%?

[A] Bihar
[B] West Bengal
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Kerala

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Correct Answer: A [Bihar] Notes:
The Bihar Legislature collectively approved a legislation that increases the reservation for Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), Extremely Backward Classes (EBCs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in educational entities and public employment from 50% to 65%.
Taking into account the current 10% reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), the total reservation will now stand at 75%.

38. ‘FoSCoS’ is the portal of which institution?

[A] FAO
[B] FSSAI
[C] FICCI
[D] FCI

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Correct Answer: B [FSSAI] Notes:
Food safety regulator FSSAI has launched the Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal in four regional languages, apart from Hindi and English, in order to enhance user experience and accessibility.
The portal is now available in Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu and Marathi, apart from Hindi and English. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) also plans to launch the portal in Kannada, Punjabi, Malayalam, Assamese, Bengali and Odia soon.

39. Which scarce element has been discovered in the Sutlej River?

[A] Titanium
[B] Tantalum
[C] Scandium
[D] Lithium

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Correct Answer: B [Tantalum] Notes:
Tantalum was discovered recently in Sutlej. Tantalum is a scarce metallic element characterized by its atomic number 73, denoting the count of protons within a single atom of the element.
Possessing a grey hue, considerable weight, and exceptional hardness, tantalum is one of the most corrosion-resistant metals currently employed in various applications.

40. Rat hole mining, which was seen in the news, is prevalent in which state?

[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Meghalaya
[C] Sikkim
[D] Arunachal Pradesh

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Correct Answer: B [Meghalaya] Notes:
Rat hole mining, which is used in Uttarkashi tunnel rescue, is a method of extracting coal from narrow and horizontal seams. Meghalaya predominantly engages in rat hole mining because of the difficult terrain and nature of coal available in this region.
The term “rat hole” refers to the narrow pits dug into the ground, typically just large enough for one person to descend and extract coal. Rat hole mining poses significant safety and environmental hazards. Additionally, the mining process can cause land degradation, deforestation, and water pollution. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) banned the practice in 2014, as water flood into the mining areas resulting in death of many.

41. Which South-Indian state cleared to take up a comprehensive caste-based census?

[A] Karnataka
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Telangana
[D] Tamil Nadu

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Correct Answer: B [Andhra Pradesh] Notes:
Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has cleared a proposal to take up a comprehensive caste-based census in the State.
The cabinet decided to implement a new land allotment policy for setting up industries. It also ratified the State Investment Promotion Board’s (SIPB) approval of fresh investments worth ₹19,037 crore in various sectors.

42. Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project is located on the border of Arunachal Pradesh and _:

[A] Assam
[B] Bhutan
[C] Nagaland
[D] Myanmar

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Correct Answer: A [Assam] Notes:
Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, which had already faced significant delays, encountered another setback.
Located on the border of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, this project experienced a hillside collapse on the left side of the dam, leading to the deposition of debris into its reservoir. This event resulted in the obstruction of the only operational diversion tunnel and halted the flow of water downstream of the dam into the Subansiri River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra.

43. Which state has roped in ‘Delhi Metro Rail Corporation’ as a consultant for metro network in the state?

[A] Bihar
[B] Odisha
[C] Punjab
[D] Rajasthan

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Correct Answer: B [Odisha] Notes:
The Odisha government has roped in Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to serve as a consultant for the development of the first phase of the metro rail project in Bhubaneswar.
The estimated investment for this project is approximately Rs 5,929 crore. In exchange for their consultancy services, DMRC will receive a fee of Rs 326 crore.

44. Which is the first airport in the country to land a commercial aircraft in low visibility?

[A] Deoghar Airport
[B] Shillong Airport
[C] Jodhpur Airport
[D] Silchar Airport

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Correct Answer: A [Deoghar Airport] Notes:
Deoghar Airport in Jharkhand is the first airport in the country to land a commercial aircraft in low visibility.
It has the capability to land a commercial aircraft even in a visibility of just 3200 meters. Special Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations are being started for commercial flights for the first time from Deoghar Airport.

45. Which state signed MoU with Uber to launch bus service called “Uber Shuttle”?

[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] West Bengal
[C] Odisha
[D] Goa

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Correct Answer: B [West Bengal] Notes:
The West Bengal government and Uber signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a bus service called “Uber Shuttle” in Kolkata. The MoU was signed at the Bengal Global Business Summit 2023. Uber is expected to start the service by March 2024.
The service will offer commuters technology-optimized mobility options. As part of the MoU, Uber has pledged to invest $10 million in the state by 2025.

46. Anumula Revanth has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of which state?

[A] Telangana
[B] Chhattisgarh
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Mizoram

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Correct Answer: A [Telangana] Notes:
Indian National Congress’ Anumula Revanth Reddy took oath as Chief Minister of the southern Indian state of Telangana.
This marked the first time the youngest state has got a chief minister from the grand old party of India. Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu took oath as the deputy Chief minister of the state. The state of Telangana was carved out from Andhra Pradesh in the year 2014.

47. What is the name of the potato disease that has caused substantial damage to potato crops across various districts of Punjab?

[A] Downy Mildew
[B] Late Blight
[C] Powdery Mildew
[D] Verticillium Wilt

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Correct Answer: B [Late Blight ] Notes:
The potato disease that has ravaged crops across Punjab districts is called late blight (100 words). It displays symptoms like green circular spots on potatoes that expand into dark brown lesions. Over 50% of the state’s potato cultivation has been impacted by late blight fungal infestation. Excess moisture and humidity encouraged its proliferation, resulting in rotting of tubers.

48. Recently, which IIT hosted Phase 3 of the ‘Yuva Sangam’ programme under ‘Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat’?

[A] IIT Guwahati
[B] IIT Kanpur
[C] IIT Bombay
[D] IIT Kharagpur

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Correct Answer: A [IIT Guwahati] Notes:
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati hosted Phase 3 of the Yuva Sangam program. The program is an initiative under the Ministry of Education’s “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat”. The Yuva Sangam program aims to strengthen connections between the country’s youth. During the program, youth are exposed to five areas: Paryatan (Tourism) Parampara (Traditions) Pragati (Development) Paraspar Sampark (People-to-people connect) & Prodyogik (Technology).

49. Which state is home to the ‘Kutia Kondh Tribe’, recently seen in the news and classified as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG)?

[A] Odisha
[B] Jharkhand
[C] Chattisgarh
[D] Madhya Pradesh

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Correct Answer: A [Odisha ] Notes:
Two Kutia Kondh individuals, belonging to a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group in Odisha, have been invited as special guests to the Republic Day parade in New Delhi. Each year, the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs invites representatives from such groups for Republic Day events. The Kutia Kondh community, situated in Odisha’s Kandhamal district, is a significant part of the Kandha tribe known for their unique buffalo sacrifice ritual, “Kedu,” dedicated to worshiping their Earth Goddess.

50. Which state government has recently launched a ‘Mass Drug Administration’ campaign to eliminate filariasis?

[A] Gujarat
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Tamil Nadu

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Correct Answer: C [Uttar Pradesh ] Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh Government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is launching the Annual Mass Drug Administration (MDA) Campaign from February 5 to 15 to eradicate filariasis. This initiative covers 17 districts and involves door-to-door visits by health workers to administer preventive medication, excluding specific demographics. The Chief Minister emphasizes active public participation, warns of filariasis symptoms, and advocates preventive medicine intake. The government is committed to eliminating filariasis by 2027, providing training for patient management, and involving Community Health Officers in the mission.

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