0 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 29.11.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 10 Q1. What is the allocated budget for the continuation of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) until March 31, 2028? 1,750 crore 2,750 crore 3,750 crore 4,750 crore Explanation: The continuation of the Atal Innovation Mission with a 2,750 crore budget till 2028 has been approved by the Union Cabinet. The flagship initiative, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), has been approved with an expanded scope of work and an allocated budget of 2,750 crore for the period up to March 31, 2028. AIM 2.0 is a step towards a Viksit Bharat aimed at expanding, strengthening, and deepening India's already vibrant innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. India ranks 39th on the Global Innovation Index and is home to the third largest start-up ecosystem in the world. The continuation of AIM will directly contribute to the creation of better jobs, innovative products and high-impact services across sectors. AIM 2.0 is designed to strengthen India's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem by increasing inputs and improving the quality of outputs. 2 / 10 Q2. Which edition of the National Campaign against Gender-Based Violence, ‘Nayi Chetna—Pehal Badlaav Ki,’ was launched by Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhanon on November 25th? 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Explanation: Nayi Chetna 3.0 campaign launched by Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan. On 25th November, the 3rd edition of the National Campaign against Gender-Based Violence ‘Nayi Chetna – Pehal Badlaav Ki’ launched by Union Minister for Rural Development, Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, in New Delhi. The objectives of Nayi Chetna 3.0 are to raise awareness about gender-based violence, encourage communities to speak out, ensure access to support systems, and empower local institutions to act against violence. Mr Chauhan stressed that gender-based violence persists not only in rural areas but also in urban areas. He said that the Government will ensure that through our coordinated efforts every woman can live her life with dignity, respect and self-confidence. 3 / 10 Q3. Which of the following statements is correct about the Riyadh Design Law Treaty? 1. India signed the final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty. 2. After two decades of negotiations, the member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) adopted the landmark Design Law Treaty (DLT). Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: India signed the final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty. After two decades of negotiations, the member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) adopted the landmark Design Law Treaty (DLT). India signed the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty. By signing this treaty, India builds on its progress and reaffirms its commitment to fostering inclusive growth. The treaty seeks to harmonize the procedural frameworks for industrial design protection, improving the efficiency and accessibility of registration processes across multiple jurisdictions. It will now be easier, faster and more affordable for designers the world over to protect their work both at home and abroad. This treaty introduces a standardised framework for industrial design registration. It will significantly reduce procedural complexities and the administrative burden for applicants. Under this treaty, there is now a mechanism to restore rights in case of lapses which will ensure that applicants can recover lost opportunities. 4 / 10 Q4. Which bank has collaborated with UNICEF for strengthening climate resilience in five districts? State Bank of India IndusInd Bank ICICI Bank HDFC Bank Explanation: IndusInd Bank has collaborated with UNICEF for strengthening climate resilience in five districts. Collaboration aims to improve disaster preparedness, government policies and implement climate-responsive systems. The names of five districts are Dharashiv (Maharashtra), Begusarai (Bihar), Virudhunagar (Tamil Nadu), Baran (Rajasthan) and Bahraich (Uttar Pradesh). It is part of IndusInd Bank’s Holistic Rural Development program (Climate Action section) in Aspirational Districts. District-level disaster risk reduction programs will be promoted by the bank in collaboration with UNICEF. The CSR Trust for SDGs in India (CTSI) will oversee the program. IIT Gandhinagar will create a monitoring and early warning system. 5 / 10 Q5. Indian Coast Guard (ICG) will conduct SAREX-24, the largest-ever National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise, in ________. Kochi Chennai Hyderabad Kolkata Explanation: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) will conduct SAREX-24, the largest-ever National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise, in Kochi. ICG will host SAREX-24 and the 22nd National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board meeting. "Enhancing SAR capabilities through regional collaboration" is the theme of SAREX-24. It includes live simulations designed to improve the abilities needed for successful Search and Rescue (SAR) missions. Both SAR capabilities and SAR links will be strengthened as a result. The exercise would involve more than 40 international observers from partner countries. India's contribution to improving operational preparedness and forging closer regional coordination in marine safety will be highlighted during the event. 6 / 10 Q6. Over 1,115 crore rupees have been approved by the central government for disaster mitigation and capacity building projects for how many states. 5 10 15 20 Explanation: Over ₹1,115 crore rupees have been approved by the central government for disaster mitigation and capacity building projects for fifteen States. This fund has been approved by a High-Level Committee, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The Committee approved 139 crore rupees each for Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and 378 crore rupees for eight North East states. Karnataka and Kerala each received 72 crore rupees, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal each received 50 crore rupees, while Maharashtra received 100 crore rupees. Another civil defence training and capacity building project, at a total outlay of more than 115 crore rupees, has also been approved by the High-Level Committee for all States and Union Territories. The committee previously approved ₹3075.65 crore worth of urban flood risk mitigation projects in seven cities. The committee previously approved ₹150 crore worth of Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) risk control projects in four states. 7 / 10 Q7. Which has joined hands with Nikon India to launch its first Centre of Excellence (CoE)? IIT Madras IIT Hyderabad IIT Chennai IIT Gandhinagar Explanation: IIT Hyderabad and Nikon India joined hands to launch its first Centre of Excellence (CoE). IIT Hyderabad in association with Nikon India has opened its first Centre of Excellence (CoE) at its campus. It will offer advanced imaging technologies to trainees, visiting scholars and collaborators across the country. It will create an impactful collaboration between IIT Hyderabad researchers and Nikon teams. Nikon India is a 100 per cent subsidiary of Nikon Corporation. The Centre of Excellence offers a Confocal Microscope System AX R with advanced technology. The COE is equipped with the most up-to-date imaging technologies. 8 / 10 Q8. Which edition of the International Tourism Mart has been inaugurated by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat? 11th 12th 13th 14th Explanation: 12th edition of the International Tourism Mart has been inaugurated by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. The 12th edition of the International Tourism Mart at the UNESCO World Heritage site Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has been organized by the Union Ministry of Tourism. It has been inaugurated by Union Minister for Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. It will highlight the tourism potential of the North Eastern region for both domestic and international audiences. It will act as a vital platform to bring together tourism businesses and entrepreneurs from eight North Eastern States. It will foster collaboration and interactions among buyers, sellers, media, and government agencies. This event is being held rotationally across these North East states. It will highlight the tourism potential of the eight northeastern states. Around 400 participants including international and domestic tour operators, hoteliers and homestay owners, and tourism service providers participated in this event. 9 / 10 Q9. The government has given ISRO permission to launch its next Venus Orbiting Satellite mission, called Shukrayaan, in which of the following years? 2026 2028 2030 2032 Explanation: The government has given ISRO permission to launch its next Venus Orbiting Satellite mission, called Shukrayaan, in 2028. As a follow-up to Chandrayaan 3, Chandrayaan 4 will be a joint Indian-Japanese project that aims to land precisely at the Moon's south pole at 90 degrees south latitude. It will also carry a much heavier rover, weighing 350 kg, which is 12 times the size of its predecessor. The project has not yet received full approval. ISRO is also working on improving its weather and communication systems. Advanced sensor and satellite launches as part of the INSAT 4 series are being discussed. In addition to putting a satellite in Mars' orbit, ISRO plans to try to land on the planet's surface as part of the Mars mission. The introduction of Gaganyaan is scheduled in the next two years. It will be an unmanned flight after which a manned flight will be launched. Additionally, the government has approved the construction of India's own space station. It will feature five modules but be smaller than the ISS. India's space station will be operational by 2035, with the first module scheduled for launch in 2028. 10 / 10 Q10. For how many years has the National Anti-Doping Agency banned wrestler Bajrang Punia? 1 2 3 4 Explanation: The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has suspended Olympic bronze medalist Bajrang Punia for four years for violating doping rules. NADA first suspended Punia on April 23, 2024 for not submitting samples. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC EXAM QUIZ 28.11.2024 UPSC EXAM QUIZ 29.11.2024
