9 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 25.09.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 10 Q1. Which edition of the Global Food Regulatory Summit was inaugurated by Health Minister JP Nadda on 20th September 2024? 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Explanation: 2nd edition of Global Food Regulatory Summit 2024 Inaugurated by Health Minister JP Nadda on 20 September. The summit organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare from 20th to 21st September. The summit was organized along with the World Food India 2024 program organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries. It aims to establish a global platform for food regulators to exchange insights on strengthening food safety systems and regulatory frameworks across the entire food value chain. 2 / 10 Q2. Which of the following statements is correct? 1. The centenary celebrations of ICAR-NISA inaugurated by President Draupadi Murmu. 2. ICAR-NISA has made a unique contribution in increasing lac production in the country. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: The centenary celebrations of ICAR-NISA inaugurated by President Draupadi Murmu. On 20 September, the centenary celebrations of the ICAR- National Institute of Secondary Agriculture (NISA) addressed by President Droupadi Murmu at Namkum, in Ranchi. The institute has efficiently carried out research and development work related to agriculture and has also ensured that such research reaches the grassroots level. • ICAR-NISA has made a unique contribution in increasing lac production in the country. Jharkhand produces 55 percent of the country's lac 3 / 10 Q3. In which city was the foundation stone of PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park laid? Nagpur Pune Amravati Ahmedabad Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park in Maharashtra’s Amravati. It is spread over 1000 acres and is being developed by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC). The central government had approved setting up 7 PM MITRA Parks for the textile industry. PM Modi also launched the “Acharya Chanakya Skill Development Centre” scheme of the Maharashtra government. Under this scheme, Skill development training centres will be established in renowned colleges across the state to provide training to youth aged 15 to 45. PM Modi also launched the “Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Women Startup” Scheme. Under this scheme, financial assistance of up to Rs 25 lakh will be provided to women-led startups. 4 / 10 Q4. Institutional credit to agriculture reached an all-time high of how many lakh crores in FY24? 35.10 25.10 15.10 5.10 Explanation: Institutional credit to agriculture reached to all-time high of ₹25.10 lakh cr in FY24. According to RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J, Institutional credit to agriculture reached to all-time high of ₹25.10 lakh cr. RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J highlighted that Indian agriculture is going through a demographic challenge. The average age of farmers now at 50.1 years. He underscored the need to attract younger generations to the agriculture sector. Swaminathan said about 7.4 crore active Kisan Credit Cards have become important tools for timely and flexible credit. He noted that climate change and sustainability are two critical issues. Sustainable agriculture means agricultural practices that fulfil today’s food needs while at the same time preserving resources for future generations. 5 / 10 Q5. Which has launched biometric authentic solution for Card Payments, Flash Pay? PayU Paytm PhonePe PayMoney Explanation: Biometric authentic solution for Card Payments has been launched by PayU. Flash Pay is the biometric authentic solution for card payments. It was unveiled by PayU at the Global FinTech Festival (GFF) 2024. Flash Pay is designed to improve security and to make the payment experience simple. It is also designed to increase transaction success rates. Advanced device-based biometric technologies, such fingerprint or face recognition, are used by Flash Pay to quickly and securely authenticate payments. Customers are no longer dependent on conventional OTP-based authentication because transactions are processed in less than ten seconds. 6 / 10 Q6. As per S&P Global India, India to become the world’s ________ economy by 2030–31. Third-largest Second-largest Fourth-largest Fifth-largest Explanation: India economy to be third-largest by 2030-31: S&P Global As per S&P Global India, India to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2030–31. India is projected to grow at an annual rate of 6.7 per cent. India emerged as the fastest-growing large economy with gross domestic product (GDP) growth at the rate of 8.2 per cent in the financial year (FY) 2024. S&P Global research further stated that India must develop infrastructure and geopolitical strategies regarding its extensive coastline. Around 90 per cent of India's trade is seaborne which required robust port infrastructure to manage increasing exports. As per the World Bank and S&P Global’s Container Port Performance Index 2023, only three Indian ports found a place among the top 50. India's medium-term prospects are healthy and filled with opportunities in multiple sectors. 7 / 10 Q7. Who became the new Director General of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)? Ravinder Singh Kailash Gupta Sameer Singh Anurag Garg Explanation: Anurag Garg has become the new Director General of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). He was serving as the Additional Director General in the Border Security Force (BSF). The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Anurag Garg. The Narcotics Control Bureau is an Indian central law enforcement and intelligence agency under the Ministry of Home Affairs. It was established in 1986 with the responsibility to combat drug trafficking and the use of illegal substances under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. 8 / 10 Q8. Which became the first country to eliminate leprosy? Syria Egypt Norway Jordan Explanation: Jordan became the first country to eliminate leprosy. Jordan has received official verification from the World Health Organisation (WHO) of completely eliminating leprosy. This milestone reflects Jordan's commitment to eradicate this disease. Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae. It affects the skin, nerves, and respiratory tract. It has long carried a social stigma. The Jordanian Ministry of Health in partnership with the WHO and other international organizations has worked to provide multi-drug therapy (MDT) and spread awareness about leprosy. WHO’s verification process is rigorous and requires meeting specific criteria. 9 / 10 Q9. Which state has topped in the 2024 State Food Safety Index (SFSI)? Gujarat Tamil Nadu Kerala Karnataka Explanation: Kerala secured first spot in the 2024 State Food Safety Index (SFSI). Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Jammu & Kashmir are the top 3 performers on the State Food Safety Index 2024. State Food Safety Index (SFSI) has been released by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Gujarat and Nagaland got special mentions and acknowledgement in the State Food Safety Index. The report has been unveiled at the inaugural session of the Global Food Safety Regulators Summit. 10 / 10 Q10. Who won the Miss India Worldwide 2024 title? Dhruv Patel Preeti Kamath Shreya Sinha Harmanpreet Kaur Explanation: Indian-origin student from the United States, Dhruvi Patel has won the title of Miss India Worldwide 2024. This is the longest-running Indian pageant outside India. After being crowned in New Jersey, Dhruvi said, "It is an incredible honor to win Miss India Worldwide. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC EXAM QUIZ 24.09.2024 UPSC EXAM QUIZ 27.09.2024
