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- What is the target percentage of ethanol blending with petrol in India by 2025-26?
(a) 10%
(b) 15%
(c) 20%
(d) 25%
Ans: (c) 20% - Which agency is primarily responsible for promoting fuel-grade ethanol distilleries in India?
(a) Ministry of Agriculture
(b) Ministry of Environment
(c) Department of Food and Public Distribution
(d) Ministry of Energy
Ans: (c) Department of Food and Public Distribution - What are the primary raw materials used for ethanol production in India?
(a) Wheat and barley
(b) Sugarcane and maize
(c) Soybeans and sunflowers
(d) Potatoes and carrots
Ans: (b) Sugarcane and maize - Who discovered the Hayflick limit?
(a) Francis Crick
(b) Leonard Hayflick
(c) James Watson
(d) Paul Berg
Ans: (b) Leonard Hayflick - What does the Hayflick limit refer to?
(a) The number of times a cell can divide
(b) The number of DNA mutations a cell can undergo
(c) The amount of protein a cell can produce
(d) The maximum lifespan of a cell
Ans: (a) The number of times a cell can divide - What recent discovery was made regarding liquid water on Mars?
(a) Evidence of water ice in polar caps
(b) Vast amounts of liquid water deep within Mars’ crust
(c) Liquid water in the Martian atmosphere
(d) Water on the Martian surface
Ans: (b) Vast amounts of liquid water deep within Mars’ crust - Which journal published the study about liquid water in the Martian mid-crust?
(a) Nature
(b) Science
(c) Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
(d) The Lancet
Ans: (c) Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences - What does the Telecommunications Act, 2023, define as telecom services?
(a) Only mobile phone services
(b) Transmission of messages by wire, radio, optical, or other electromagnetic systems
(c) Internet services exclusively
(d) Satellite communication only
Ans: (b) Transmission of messages by wire, radio, optical, or other electromagnetic systems - Which laws does the Telecommunications Act, 2023, replace?
(a) Indian Penal Code
(b) Indian Telegraph Act, 1885, and the Indian Wireless Telegraph Act, 1933
(c) Indian Contract Act
(d) Indian Evidence Act
Ans: (b) Indian Telegraph Act, 1885, and the Indian Wireless Telegraph Act, 1933 - What is one of the guiding principles of the Telecommunications Act, 2023?
(a) Exclusion
(b) Security
(c) Restriction
(d) Static growth
Ans: (b) Security - Where was a vaccine-derived polio case recently confirmed?
(a) Delhi
(b) Mumbai
(c) Tikrikilla, Meghalaya
(d) Kolkata
Ans: (c) Tikrikilla, Meghalaya - When was India declared polio-free by the World Health Organization?
(a) 2010
(b) 2012
(c) 2014
(d) 2016
Ans: (c) 2014 - What does cVDPV stand for?
(a) Circulating Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus
(b) Central Viral-Derived Polio Virus
(c) Cell-Vaccine Derived Poliovirus
(d) Controlled Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus
Ans: (a) Circulating Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus - What is the primary purpose of the Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV)?
(a) To cure polio
(b) To prevent malaria
(c) To stimulate an immune response
(d) To treat tuberculosis
Ans: (c) To stimulate an immune response - Which Indian state is a major contributor to ethanol production?
(a) Maharashtra
(b) Uttar Pradesh
(c) Punjab
(d) Tamil Nadu
Ans: (b) Uttar Pradesh - What is a key feature of telomeres?
(a) They are located in the nucleus
(b) They are repetitive DNA sequences at the end of chromosomes
(c) They are found in the cell membrane
(d) They are involved in protein synthesis
Ans: (b) They are repetitive DNA sequences at the end of chromosomes - What happens to telomeres with each cell division?
(a) They lengthen
(b) They stay the same
(c) They shorten
(d) They replicate
Ans: (c) They shorten - Which principle is NOT one of the guiding principles of the Telecommunications Act, 2023?
(a) Inclusion
(b) Security
(c) Growth
(d) Restriction
Ans: (d) Restriction - Which of the following is NOT a benefit of ethanol blending with petrol?
(a) More efficient fuel combustion
(b) Reduction in engine performance
(c) Reduced pollution
(d) Increased use of renewable resources
Ans: (b) Reduction in engine performance - What is the primary role of apoptosis in cell biology?
(a) To stimulate cell division
(b) To repair cellular damage
(c) To induce programmed cellular death
(d) To enhance cellular metabolism
Ans: (c) To induce programmed cellular death - What has the Odisha government exempted to boost biodiesel production?
(a) Sales tax
(b) Import fee and excise duty on methanol
(c) Income tax
(d) Export fee
Ans: (b) Import fee and excise duty on methanol - Which alcohol is known as wood alcohol?
(a) Ethanol
(b) Methanol
(c) Isopropanol
(d) Butanol
Ans: (b) Methanol - What is the molecular weight of methanol?
(a) 31.04 g/mol
(b) 32.04 g/mol
(c) 33.04 g/mol
(d) 34.04 g/mol
Ans: (b) 32.04 g/mol - What is the boiling point of methanol?
(a) 50.7 °C
(b) 64.7 °C
(c) 78.7 °C
(d) 90.7 °C
Ans: (b) 64.7 °C - Which digital initiative has the Odisha government launched for crop surveys?
(a) e-Kisan
(b) e-Crop
(c) e-Chasa
(d) e-Agriculture
Ans: (c) e-Chasa - How many farmers are expected to benefit from the e-Chasa initiative?
(a) 10 lakh
(b) 20 lakh
(c) 48 lakh
(d) 60 lakh
Ans: (c) 48 lakh - Which law has the Odisha government invoked to prevent strikes by nurses and paramedics?
(a) Industrial Disputes Act
(b) Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA)
(c) Trade Union Act
(d) Factories Act
Ans: (b) Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) - When was the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) enacted?
(a) 1965
(b) 1969
(c) 1972
(d) 1980
Ans: (b) 1969 - What is one of the key features of the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA)?
(a) Allows strikes in essential services
(b) Prohibits strikes and lockouts in essential services
(c) Provides subsidies for essential services
(d) Regulates wages in essential services
Ans: (b) Prohibits strikes and lockouts in essential services - Which institution is collaborating with the Odisha government for the NUA Odisha Scheme’s upskilling program?
(a) IIT-Madras
(b) IIT-Bombay
(c) IIT-Delhi
(d) IIT-Kanpur
Ans: (c) IIT-Delhi - What technology does the solar-powered microwave pyrolysis reactor developed by IIT Bhubaneswar use?
(a) Hydrolysis
(b) Incineration
(c) Microwave-assisted pyrolysis
(d) Gasification
Ans: (c) Microwave-assisted pyrolysis - What valuable products can be obtained from the reactor developed by IIT Bhubaneswar?
(a) Biogas and hydrogen
(b) Biochar and bio-oil
(c) Methanol and ethanol
(d) Plastics and metals
Ans: (b) Biochar and bio-oil - What is the freezing point of methanol?
(a) -50.8 °C
(b) -73.8 °C
(c) -97.8 °C
(d) -100.8 °C
Ans: (c) -97.8 °C - Which Odisha district is NOT mentioned as a location for the NUA Odisha Scheme’s upskilling program?
(a) Kalahandi
(b) Bhawanipatna
(c) Cuttack
(d) Puri
Ans: (d) Puri - Which law allows the government to take over the management of essential services in case of a strike?
(a) Industrial Disputes Act
(b) Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA)
(c) Labour Act
(d) Employment Act
Ans: (b) Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) - What is the density of methanol? (a) 0.7918 g/mL
(b) 0.890 g/mL
(c) 0.720 g/mL
(d) 0.850 g/mL
Ans: (a) 0.7918 g/mL - Which company is NOT mentioned as a collaborator in the NUA Odisha Scheme?
(a) Air India SATS Airport Services Private Limited
(b) GMR
(c) Bird Group
(d) Infosys
Ans: (d) Infosys - What does the abbreviation ‘e-Chasa’ stand for? (a) Electronic Crop Survey and Assessment
(b) Enhanced Crop Survey Application
(c) Electronic Crop Harvesting and Survey Application
(d) Electronic Crop Survey Application
Ans: (d) Electronic Crop Survey Application - What does the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) define as essential services?
(a) Services that enhance economic growth
(b) Services necessary for the life, safety, or health of the community
(c) Services that are profitable for private companies
(d) Services related to education and entertainment
Ans: (b) Services necessary for the life, safety, or health of the community - How many candidates have registered for the cutting-edge courses under the NUA Odisha Scheme so far?
(a) 1,200
(b) 1,670
(c) 2,000
(d) 2,500
Ans: (b) 1,670 - Which company won the Dun & Bradstreet PSU Excellence Awards in the Best Mini-Ratna Category-1 for 2024?
(a) Coal India Limited
(b) Mahanadi Coalfields Limited
(c) NTPC Limited
(d) BHEL
Ans: (b) Mahanadi Coalfields Limited - What type of award did Mahanadi Coalfields Limited receive for the coal sector?
(a) Best Large PSU
(b) Best Mini-Ratna Category-1
(c) Best in Coal (Central PSU)
(d) Best Innovation in PSU
Ans: (c) Best in Coal (Central PSU) - Which year marks the second consecutive year that MCL has received accolades from Dun & Bradstreet?
(a) 2023
(b) 2024
(c) 2022
(d) 2021
Ans: (b) 2024 - What is the primary aim of the LAccMI Bus Scheme in Odisha?
(a) To increase urban connectivity
(b) To provide affordable transportation to rural areas
(c) To promote tourism
(d) To enhance interstate travel
Ans: (b) To provide affordable transportation to rural areas - Which entity is partnering with the Odisha government for the LAccMI Bus Scheme?
(a) Indian Railways
(b) Private bus operators
(c) International transport agencies
(d) NGOs
Ans: (b) Private bus operators - What award did Dr. Digendranath Swain receive in 2024?
(a) Padma Bhushan
(b) Nobel Prize in Physics
(c) Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award
(d) Bharat Ratna
Ans: (c) Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award - Which field was Dr. Digendranath Swain recognized for with the Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award?
(a) Medicine
(b) Space Science and Technology
(c) Environmental Science
(d) Engineering
Ans: (b) Space Science and Technology - Who presented the Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award to Dr. Digendranath Swain?
(a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
(b) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
(c) President Droupadi Murmu
(d) Minister of Science and Technology
Ans: (c) President Droupadi Murmu - What is the primary purpose of the LAccMI Bus Scheme?
(a) To offer luxury transportation
(b) To provide affordable transportation
(c) To promote trade
(d) To connect major cities
Ans: (b) To provide affordable transportation - Which district in Odisha is identified as landslide-prone?
(a) Ganjam
(b) Gajapati
(c) Koraput
(d) Kalahandi
Ans: (b) Gajapati - What kind of collaboration is ongoing to mitigate landslide risks in Gajapati district?
(a) Between Odisha and neighboring states
(b) With the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
(c) With international agencies
(d) With local NGOs
Ans: (b) With the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham - Which organization is involved in the survey of landslide-prone areas in Gajapati?
(a) Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA)
(b) Geological Survey of India (GSI)
(c) Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
(d) National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
Ans: (a) Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) - Where was the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar awarded to Dr. Digendranath Swain presented?
(a) Raj Bhavan
(b) Indian Science Congress
(c) Rashtrapati Bhavan
(d) Parliament House
Ans: (c) Rashtrapati Bhavan - What is the main goal of the LAccMI Bus Scheme’s extensive network?
(a) To connect major cities with international routes
(b) To improve rural-urban connectivity
(c) To enhance interstate travel
(d) To promote tourism
Ans: (b) To improve rural-urban connectivity - Which district’s gold deposit discovery was revealed by the Odisha Mines Minister?
(a) Jajpur
(b) Sundergarh
(c) Deogarh
(d) Angul
Ans: (c) Deogarh - What significant economic impact is expected from the gold deposit discovery in Deogarh?
(a) Boost to agriculture
(b) Enhancement of mining industry
(c) Increase in tourism
(d) Growth in the IT sector
Ans: (b) Enhancement of mining industry - Which award category did Dr. Digendranath Swain win in the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar?
(a) Vigyan Ratna
(b) Vigyan Shri
(c) Vigyan Yuva
(d) Vigyan Team
Ans: (c) Vigyan Yuva - What type of award is the Vigyan Yuva Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award?
(a) International Science Award
(b) National Scientific Honor
(c) State Science Award
(d) Regional Science Award
Ans: (b) National Scientific Honor - What aspect of the LAccMI Bus Scheme has faced financial losses according to the state’s transport minister?
(a) Operational costs
(b) Maintenance costs
(c) Subsidy allocation
(d) Revenue generation
Ans: (d) Revenue generation - How many areas in Gajapati district have been identified as landslide-prone?
(a) 100
(b) 129
(c) 75
(d) 150
Ans: (b) 129 - Why has the Lunar Magma Ocean (LMO) theory gained renewed interest recently?
(a) New discoveries from the Hubble Space Telescope
(b) Findings from India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission
(c) Observations from the James Webb Space Telescope
(d) Data from the Mars Rover
Ans. (b) Findings from India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission - What significant finding did the Chandrayaan-3 mission make regarding the Lunar Magma Ocean?
(a) Discovery of liquid water on the moon
(b) Identification of ferroan anorthosite at the lunar south pole
(c) Evidence of volcanic activity on the moon
(d) Detection of a new type of moon rock
Ans. (b) Identification of ferroan anorthosite at the lunar south pole - What does ferroan anorthosite provide evidence for?
(a) A volcanic eruption on the moon
(b) The existence of an ancient magma ocean
(c) The presence of extraterrestrial life
(d) Recent meteor impacts on the moon
Ans. (b) The existence of an ancient magma ocean - Which ministry administers the Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP)?
(a) Ministry of Education
(b) Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)
(c) Ministry of Finance
(d) Ministry of Rural Development
Ans. (b) Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) - What is a primary objective of the PMEGP?
(a) To provide scholarships for higher education
(b) To enhance employment opportunities through self-employment ventures
(c) To fund international business ventures
(d) To support large-scale industrial projects
Ans. (b) To enhance employment opportunities through self-employment ventures - What is the eligibility criterion for individuals to receive assistance under PMEGP?
(a) Must be under 30 years old
(b) No income ceiling for assistance
(c) Must have a minimum of a graduate degree
(d) Must be a government employee
Ans. (b) No income ceiling for assistance - What is the theme for National Space Day 2024?
(a) India’s Journey to Mars
(b) Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: India’s Space Saga
(c) Innovations in Space Technology
(d) Exploring the Universe: India’s Contributions
Ans. (b) Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: India’s Space Saga - When is National Space Day celebrated in India?
(a) August 23
(b) July 20
(c) September 1
(d) October 15
Ans. (a) August 23 - Which space mission is planned to follow Chandrayaan-3?
(a) Gaganyaan Mission
(b) Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5
(c) Mars Orbiter Mission
(d) Venus Exploration Mission
Ans. (b) Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5 - What is the objective of the Gaganyaan Mission?
(a) To explore the moon’s south pole
(b) To send the first Indian into space
(c) To establish a space station
(d) To study the Martian atmosphere
Ans. (b) To send the first Indian into space - Which organization compiles the Global Peace Index (GPI)?
(a) United Nations
(b) Institute for Economics and Peace
(c) World Health Organization
(d) Amnesty International
Ans. (b) Institute for Economics and Peace - What does the Global Peace Index assess?
(a) Economic stability of countries
(b) Safety and stability of countries
(c) Educational achievements of countries
(d) Technological advancements of countries
Ans. (b) Safety and stability of countries - Which countries are among the most dangerous according to the 2024 Global Peace Index?
(a) Sweden and Norway
(b) Yemen, Afghanistan, and Sudan
(c) Japan and Australia
(d) Canada and New Zealand
Ans. (b) Yemen, Afghanistan, and Sudan - What is the source of the genome-editing tool ISDra2TnpB?
(a) Plant DNA
(b) Human cells
(c) Bacteria Deinococcus radiodurans
(d) Yeast cells
Ans. (c) Bacteria Deinococcus radiodurans - What is a key feature of the ISDra2TnpB genome-editing tool?
(a) It is larger than Cas9 and Cas12
(b) It has high editing efficiency
(c) It requires high energy for function
(d) It is only effective in animal cells
Ans. (b) It has high editing efficiency - Which plant types can ISDra2TnpB edit?
(a) Only monocots
(b) Only dicots
(c) Both monocots and dicots
(d) Only algae
Ans. (c) Both monocots and dicots - What potential application does ISDra2TnpB have in agriculture?
(a) Reducing soil erosion
(b) Increasing pesticide use
(c) Enhancing pest resistance
(d) Expanding farmland area
Ans. (c) Enhancing pest resistance - What is the primary goal of the Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP)?
(a) To improve infrastructure in cities
(b) To generate self-employment opportunities
(c) To provide financial aid to existing businesses
(d) To promote international trade
Ans. (b) To generate self-employment opportunities - What major space milestone did India achieve on August 23, 2023?
(a) First manned mission to the moon
(b) Successful soft landing of the Vikram Lander on the moon
(c) Launch of the Mars Orbiter Mission
(d) Establishment of the Bhartiya Antariksh Station
Ans. (b) Successful soft landing of the Vikram Lander on the moon - When is India planning to establish the Bhartiya Antariksh Station?
(a) 2025
(b) 2030
(c) 2035
(d) 2045
Ans. (c) 2035 - What is the main objective of the Subhadra Yojana announced by the Odisha government?
(a) To provide housing for women
(b) To provide financial assistance to one crore women
(c) To create job opportunities for women
(d) To offer educational scholarships to women
Ans: (b) - How much financial assistance will each eligible woman receive under the Subhadra Yojana in the financial year 2024-25?
(a) Rs 5,000
(b) Rs 10,000
(c) Rs 15,000
(d) Rs 20,000
Ans: (b) - On which two occasions is the financial assistance under the Subhadra Yojana disbursed?
(a) Diwali and Holi
(b) Rakhi Purnima and International Women’s Day
(c) New Year’s Day and Independence Day
(d) Christmas and Eid
Ans: (b) - What is the total number of Dengue cases reported in Odisha as of the latest update?
(a) 1,800
(b) 2,200
(c) 2,400
(d) 2,600
Ans: (c) - Which two districts in Odisha have reported the highest number of Dengue cases?
(a) Ganjam and Cuttack
(b) Sundargarh and Khordha
(c) Puri and Balasore
(d) Kalahandi and Nabarangpur
Ans: (b) - When was the Machkund Hydroelectric Project (MHEP) inaugurated?
(a) August 15, 1950
(b) August 19, 1955
(c) August 25, 1960
(d) August 30, 1965
Ans: (b) - Who inaugurated the Machkund Hydroelectric Project (MHEP)?
(a) Jawaharlal Nehru
(b) Sardar Patel
(c) Dr. Rajendra Prasad
(d) Indira Gandhi
Ans: (c) - What is the current installed capacity of the Machkund Hydroelectric Project (MHEP)?
(a) 50 MW
(b) 63 MW
(c) 80 MW
(d) 120 MW
Ans: (b) - Which river is the Machkund Hydroelectric Project (MHEP) located on?
(a) Godavari
(b) Krishna
(c) Machkund
(d) Ganges
Ans: (c) - What is the main challenge faced by Ekamra Kshetra in its bid to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
(a) Insufficient funding
(b) Lack of public interest
(c) Widespread encroachment and unauthorized construction
(d) Natural disasters
Ans: (c) - Which historical period does Ekamra Kshetra cover in its architectural heritage?
(a) 1st century BC to 10th century AD
(b) 3rd century BC to 15th century AD
(c) 5th century BC to 12th century AD
(d) 7th century BC to 14th century AD
Ans: (b) - What initiative is Ramjit Tudu known for?
(a) Developing a new educational curriculum
(b) Revitalizing the Santali language through digital tools
(c) Promoting tourism in Odisha
(d) Establishing a new hydroelectric project
Ans: (b) - What kind of digital resources has Ramjit Tudu developed for the Santali language?
(a) Video tutorials
(b) Online courses
(c) Keyboards, fonts, and translation aids
(d) E-books and audiobooks
Ans: (c) - What is Santali?
(a) A type of dance
(b) A Munda language
(c) A traditional food dish
(d) A regional festival
Ans: (b) - Where is the Santali language primarily spoken?
(a) Southern India
(b) Western India
(c) Eastern India, Bangladesh, and Nepal
(d) Northern India
Ans: (c) - Which state in India is NOT specifically mentioned as having high Dengue cases?
(a) Odisha
(b) West Bengal
(c) Khordha
(d) Sundargarh
Ans: (b) - How is the financial assistance under the Subhadra Yojana transferred to the beneficiaries?
(a) Through cheques
(b) By cash delivery
(c) Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to bank accounts
(d) Mobile money transfers
Ans: (c) - Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Dengue fever?
(a) Severe headache
(b) Rash
(c) High fever
(d) Loss of vision
Ans: (d) - What was the original installed capacity of the Machkund Hydroelectric Project (MHEP)?
(a) 100 MW
(b) 120 MW
(c) 150 MW
(d) 200 MW
Ans: (b) - Which prominent feature is NOT part of Ekamra Kshetra’s heritage?
(a) Ancient sandstone temples
(b) Heritage ponds and water tanks
(c) Modern skyscrapers
(d) Architectural monuments from over 2,000 years
Ans: (c) - What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?
(a) To provide free healthcare services
(b) To expand affordable access to financial services
(c) To improve public transportation
(d) To enhance educational facilities
Answer: (b) To expand affordable access to financial services - Which of the following is NOT a benefit under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?
(a) Savings bank accounts for unbanked people
(b) Accident Insurance Cover of Rs. 1 lakh
(c) Free mobile phone with internet connection
(d) Overdraft facility up to Rs. 10,000
Answer: (c) Free mobile phone with internet connection - Where is the Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary located?
(a) Himachal Pradesh
(b) Arunachal Pradesh
(c) Uttarakhand
(d) Assam
Answer: (b) Arunachal Pradesh - Which of the following rivers does NOT flow through the Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary?
(a) Pange
(b) Sipu
(c) Karing
(d) Brahmaputra
Answer: (d) Brahmaputra - What is the goal of exploring nuclear-powered trains by the Indian Railways?
(a) To reduce travel time
(b) To increase reliance on non-fossil fuel sources
(c) To improve passenger comfort
(d) To lower ticket prices
Answer: (b) To increase reliance on non-fossil fuel sources - On which date is National Sports Day celebrated in India?
(a) August 15
(b) August 29
(c) September 5
(d) October 2
Answer: (b) August 29 - Who is honored on National Sports Day in India?
(a) Major Dhyan Chand
(b) Sachin Tendulkar
(c) Milkha Singh
(d) Vishwanathan Anand
Answer: (a) Major Dhyan Chand - What is the conservation status of the Northern bald ibis as of the latest update?
(a) Critically Endangered
(b) Endangered
(c) Vulnerable
(d) Near Threatened
Answer: (b) Endangered - Which of the following statements is true about the Northern bald ibis?
(a) It is found exclusively in North America
(b) It prefers open areas with short grass
(c) It nests in high tree canopies
(d) It primarily feeds on insects
Answer: (b) It prefers open areas with short grass - How does a nuclear-powered train generate electricity for its auxiliary systems?
(a) Using solar panels
(b) Using wind turbines
(c) By steam driving turbines
(d) Through hydraulic mechanisms
Answer: (c) By steam driving turbines - What is the new loan limit under the MUDRA scheme’s Tarun category as per the Union Budget 2024?
(a) ₹5 lakh
(b) ₹10 lakh
(c) ₹15 lakh
(d) ₹20 lakh
Ans: (d) ₹20 lakh - When was the MUDRA scheme launched?
(a) 2010
(b) 2012
(c) 2015
(d) 2018
Ans: (c) 2015 - What is the primary objective of the MUDRA scheme?
(a) To support large-scale industries
(b) To “fund the unfunded” by providing affordable credit to micro and small enterprises
(c) To provide scholarships to students
(d) To promote international trade
Ans: (b) To “fund the unfunded” by providing affordable credit to micro and small enterprises - Under the MUDRA scheme, which category provides loans between ₹50,000 and ₹5 lakh?
(a) Shishu
(b) Kishore
(c) Tarun
(d) Premium
Ans: (b) Kishore - Which program aims to achieve 95% literacy in a State or UT?
(a) National Literacy Mission
(b) New India Literacy Programme (NILP)
(c) Adult Education Program
(d) Foundational Literacy Program
Ans: (b) New India Literacy Programme (NILP) - What does the New India Literacy Programme (NILP) focus on for non-literate individuals?
(a) Basic Healthcare
(b) Literacy and Critical Life Skills
(c) Agricultural Skills
(d) Industrial Training
Ans: (b) Literacy and Critical Life Skills - What is the primary feature of India’s first reusable hybrid rocket, RHUMI-1?
(a) Fully liquid propulsion
(b) Fully solid propulsion
(c) Hybrid propulsion system combining solid and liquid fuels
(d) Solar-powered propulsion
Ans: (c) Hybrid propulsion system combining solid and liquid fuels - Which ministry has mandated the registration of exotic pets through the PARIVESH 2.0 portal?
(a) Ministry of Finance
(b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
(c) Ministry of Home Affairs
(d) Ministry of Health
Ans: (b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) - What is the maximum imprisonment term for offenses applicable under plea bargaining in India?
(a) Three years
(b) Five years
(c) Seven years
(d) Ten years
Ans: (c) Seven years - Which types of cases are excluded from plea bargaining in India?
(a) Economic offenses
(b) Crimes against women, children, or socio-economic offenses
(c) Civil disputes
(d) Traffic violations
Ans: (b) Crimes against women, children, or socio-economic offenses - What is the role of the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT)?
(a) To assess vocational skills
(b) To confirm literacy after passing the test
(c) To evaluate digital literacy
(d) To provide financial support
Ans: (b) To confirm literacy after passing the test - Which loan category under the MUDRA scheme is for business expansion?
(a) Shishu
(b) Kishore
(c) Tarun
(d) Senior
Ans: (c) Tarun - Which of the following is NOT a component of the New India Literacy Programme (NILP)?
(a) Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
(b) Critical Life Skills
(c) Advanced Technological Training
(d) Continuing Education
Ans: (c) Advanced Technological Training - Which is a feature of the hybrid propulsion system used in RHUMI-1?
(a) Uses only solid propellant
(b) Uses only liquid oxidizer
(c) Reduces operational costs and risk of accidental detonation
(d) Incorporates fireworks for recovery
Ans: (c) Reduces operational costs and risk of accidental detonation - Which Act mandates the registration of possession and transfer of exotic species?
(a) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
(b) Environment Protection Act, 1986
(c) Forest Conservation Act, 1980
(d) Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Act, 2022
Ans: (d) Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Act, 2022 - What is the purpose of the Enhanced Credit Guarantee Scheme (ECGS) under MUDRA 2.0?
(a) To reduce loan amounts
(b) To increase the scope of loans
(c) To enhance the security and guarantee for loans
(d) To provide direct financial aid
Ans: (c) To enhance the security and guarantee for loans - What distinguishes the hybrid propulsion system in RHUMI-1 from traditional systems?
(a) It uses only solid fuels
(b) It uses only liquid fuels
(c) It combines solid propellant with liquid oxidizer
(d) It relies on solar energy
Ans: (c) It combines solid propellant with liquid oxidizer - In the context of plea bargaining, what can a court do if the accused breaches the agreement?
(a) Approve the breach without action
(b) Continue with the plea bargaining process
(c) Set aside the agreement and proceed with the trial
(d) Provide additional concessions
Ans: (c) Set aside the agreement and proceed with the trial - What is the definition of ‘full literacy’ under the New India Literacy Programme (NILP)?
(a) Ability to read and write only
(b) Ability to compute and apply digital skills
(c) Achieving 95% literacy in a State or UT
(d) Ability to speak multiple languages
Ans: (c) Achieving 95% literacy in a State or UT - Which of the following is NOT a focus area under the New India Literacy Programme (NILP)?
(a) Vocational Skills
(b) Continuing Education
(c) Advanced Research
(d) Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
Ans: (c) Advanced Research - What is the primary goal of the SPICED scheme launched by the Spices Board of India?
(a) To increase the production of spices
(b) To enhance spice exports and improve cardamom productivity
(c) To introduce new spice varieties
(d) To promote traditional spice markets
Ans: (b) To enhance spice exports and improve cardamom productivity - What is the full form of SPICED in the context of the scheme launched by the Spices Board of India?
(a) Sustainable Processing and Innovation in Cardamom for Export Development
(b) Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative, and Collaborative Interventions for Export Development
(c) Strategic Planning for Indian Cardamom and Export Development
(d) Spices Production and International Collaborative Export Development
Ans: (b) Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative, and Collaborative Interventions for Export Development - What is the approved outlay for the SPICED scheme during the 15th Finance Commission cycle?
(a) ₹300 crore
(b) ₹350 crore
(c) ₹422.30 crore
(d) ₹500 crore
Ans: (c) ₹422.30 crore - Which of the following is NOT a key component of the SPICED scheme?
(a) Mission Value Addition
(b) Mission Clean and Safe Spices
(c) Promotion of GI-tagged spices
(d) Quantum Nonlocality Research
Ans: (d) Quantum Nonlocality Research - What recent scientific finding challenges Einstein’s principle that nothing can travel faster than the speed of light?
(a) Quantum Entanglement
(b) Quantum Superposition
(c) Classical Mechanics
(d) Quantum Tunneling
Ans: (a) Quantum Entanglement - What principle of classical physics is contradicted by quantum mechanics?
(a) Principle of Inertia
(b) Principle of Locality
(c) Principle of Conservation of Energy
(d) Principle of Relativity
Ans: (b) Principle of Locality - Which organization is implementing the National Glacial Lake Outburst Floods Risk Mitigation Programme?
(a) National Institute of Disaster Management
(b) National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
(c) Indian Meteorological Department
(d) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Ans: (b) National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) - How many high-risk glacial lakes has the NDMA identified for monitoring under the National Glacial Lake Outburst Floods Risk Mitigation Programme?
(a) 150
(b) 189
(c) 200
(d) 250
Ans: (b) 189 - Which technology is used for monitoring weather and water levels in the National Glacial Lake Outburst Floods Risk Mitigation Programme?
(a) Satellite Imaging
(b) Automated Weather and Water Level Monitoring Stations (AWWS)
(c) Drones
(d) Manual Surveys
Ans: (b) Automated Weather and Water Level Monitoring Stations (AWWS) - What is Nikkomycin used for in drug delivery with nanotechnology?
(a) Treating bacterial infections
(b) Targeting fungal infections
(c) Treating viral infections
(d) Enhancing cell growth
Ans: (b) Targeting fungal infections - What component in fungal cell walls is targeted by Nikkomycin-loaded nanoparticles?
(a) Protein
(b) Lipid
(c) Chitin
(d) DNA
Ans: (c) Chitin - Which country recently unearthed the second-largest diamond ever discovered?
(a) South Africa
(b) Botswana
(c) Russia
(d) Australia
Ans: (b) Botswana - What is the name of the largest diamond ever discovered?
(a) Koh-i-Noor
(b) Hope Diamond
(c) Cullinan Diamond
(d) Regent Diamond
Ans: (c) Cullinan Diamond - What technology was used to recover the newly discovered second-largest diamond?
(a) X-ray Transmission Technology
(b) Laser Cutting Technology
(c) Ultrasound Imaging
(d) Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Ans: (a) X-ray Transmission Technology - Which Indian state is NOT mentioned as being part of the National Glacial Lake Outburst Floods Risk Mitigation Programme?
(a) Himachal Pradesh
(b) Uttarakhand
(c) Sikkim
(d) Assam
Ans: (d) Assam - What is the main advantage of using nanotechnology in drug delivery systems?
(a) Reduces drug production costs
(b) Targets specific cells and improves treatment safety
(c) Increases drug shelf life
(d) Enhances the taste of the drug
Ans: (b) Targets specific cells and improves treatment safety - Which component is NOT part of the SPICED scheme’s objectives?
(a) Value Addition
(b) Innovation
(c) Sustainability
(d) Reducing Import of Spices
Ans: (d) Reducing Import of Spices - Which scientific concept involves objects being instantaneously aware of each other’s state regardless of distance?
(a) Classical Mechanics
(b) Quantum Nonlocality
(c) General Relativity
(d) Electromagnetism
Ans: (b) Quantum Nonlocality - What is the main focus of the SPICED scheme’s “Mission Clean and Safe Spices” component?
(a) Reducing pesticide use
(b) Enhancing spice processing methods
(c) Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of spices
(d) Promoting organic farming
Ans: (c) Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of spices - Which of the following is a major diamond location in India?
(a) Golconda
(b) Panna belt
(c) Kimberley
(d) De Beers
Ans: (b) Panna belt
