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What initiative was launched by the Ministry of Rural Development in New Delhi?
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The Prajjwala Challenge was launched by the Ministry of Rural Development as part of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM).
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Question 2
What is the theme of the second phase of the Sari Festival "VIRAASAT"?
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The second phase of the Sari Festival "VIRAASAT" celebrates 75 handwoven Saris of India at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi.
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Question 3
What is the approved initial outlay for the National Green Hydrogen Mission?
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The Union Cabinet approved an initial outlay of Rs 19,744 crore for the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
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Question 4
How much has the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved for the scheme to upgrade Prasar Bharati’s broadcast infrastructure?
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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved a scheme worth more than Rs 2,500 crore for Doordarshan and All India Radio to upgrade their broadcast infrastructure.
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Question 5
What ministry formed the High Powered Committee (HPC) to address issues related to Ladakh’s culture, language, land, and employment opportunities?
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The Ministry of Home Affairs in India established a High Powered Committee (HPC) to protect Ladakh’s culture, language, land, and employment opportunities.
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Question 6
What is the name of the new integrated food security scheme approved by PM Modi?
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PM Modi approved the integrated food security scheme named Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana, providing free foodgrains to AAY and PHH beneficiaries.
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Question 7
Which two destinations in Karnataka have been identified by the Ministry of Tourism for development under the PRASHAD Scheme?
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The Ministry of Tourism has identified 'Hampi' and 'Mysuru' as pilgrim centers for development under the PRASHAD Scheme.
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Question 8
What is the budgetary outlay approved for Namami Gange Mission-II till 2026?
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Namami Gange Mission-II has been approved with a budgetary outlay of ₹22,500 crore till 2026 to rejuvenate River Ganga.
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Question 9
Why did the Shipping Ministry form a committee?
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The Shipping Ministry formed a committee to draft revised Guidelines for operationalization of Roll on-Roll off (Ro-Ro) and Roll on-Passenger (Ro-Pax) ferry service.
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Question 10
How many members are there in the committee formed by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for the Draft Digital Competition Act?
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CCI constituted a 16-member committee to look into the Draft Digital Competition Act.
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Question 11
Who launched the 'Save Wetlands Campaign' for wetland conservation?
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Union Minister Bhupender Yadav launched the 'Save Wetlands Campaign' for wetland conservation in the presence of the Chief Minister of Goa.
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Question 12
Till which year has the government extended the PM-KUSUM scheme?
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The government has extended the PM-KUSUM scheme till March 2026 due to pandemic-related delays in implementation.
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Question 13
How many monuments is the Ministry of Culture planning to hand over to the private sector under the Monument Scheme?
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The Ministry of Culture plans to hand over around 1,000 monuments under the control of the Archaeological Survey of India.
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Question 14
What is the objective of EPFO's 'Nidhi Aapke Nikat' massive outreach program?
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EPFO launched a massive district outreach program through the revamped 'Nidhi Aapke Nikat' program to connect with members in all districts.
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Question 15
In which year did Atal Pension Yojana achieve the highest-ever takers, crossing the 10 million mark in a calendar year?
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Atal Pension Yojana achieved the highest-ever takers in 2022 with a rise of 36 percent in enrolment, crossing the 10 million mark.
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Question 16
What is the government considering in healthcare to provide more hospital options for patients?
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The government is considering allowing CGHS beneficiaries to avail treatment at hospitals empaneled with the flagship AB-PMJAY.
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Question 17
Which ministry has discontinued the 'Padho Pardesh' scheme related to education loans?
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The Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA) has discontinued the 'Padho Pardesh' scheme related to education loans for overseas studies for students belonging to minority communities.
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Question 18
Where was the success event of "Womaniya on Government eMarketplace" commemorated?
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The success event was commemorated in New Delhi and organized by Government eMarketplace (GeM).
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Question 19
Which state became the first to implement the Blindness Control Policy under the campaign 'Nirogi Rajasthan'?
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Rajasthan, under Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, implemented the Blindness Control Policy with the objective of 'Right to Sight.'
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Question 20
What is the objective of PM Modi's 'Aarogya Maitri' project?
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PM Narendra Modi announced 'Aarogya Maitri,' a project to provide essential medical supplies to developing countries during crises.
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Question 21
Who is set to launch the MAARG (Mentorship, Advisory, Assistance, Resilience, and Growth) portal?
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Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will launch the MAARG portal for startup mentorship.
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Question 22
Why was the deadline for completing projects under the Smart Cities Mission extended to June 2023?
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The deadline extension for the Smart Cities Mission was due to delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in all 100 participating cities.
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Question 23
Recent surveys have raised doubts about the success of which government initiative aimed at promoting sanitation in India?
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Despite government efforts, recent surveys cast doubt on the success of the Swachh Bharat initiative in ending open defecation.
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Question 24
The Ministry of Culture administers a scheme providing financial assistance to veteran artists aged 60 and above. What is the scheme called?
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The Ministry of Culture administers the 'Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists' scheme for artists aged 60 and above.
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Question 25
The revamped version of the MSME Competitive (LEAN) Programme aims to encourage MSMEs to adopt specific manufacturing practices. What does LEAN stand for?
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The Competitive (LEAN) Scheme in MSMEs stands for Long-term Employment Assistance Network.
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Question 26
Which group of central government employees has been given a one-time option to opt for the old pension scheme?
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A select group of central government employees has the one-time option to opt for the old pension scheme.
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Question 27
What does SWAYATT, a program supporting start-ups on GeM, aim to achieve?
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SWAYATT is a program on GeM supporting start-ups, women, and youth through e-transactions.
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Question 28
What is the purpose of the committee formed by the Supreme Court regarding the Adani-Hindenburg row?
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The Supreme Court formed an experts committee to look into the Hindenburg report on Adani Group shares crash.
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Question 29
What is the purpose of the Grievance Appellate Committee (GAC) launched by Rajeev Chandrasekhar?
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The GAC will look into social media users' concerns regarding content and other issues.
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Question 30
Which D2C personal care brand announced its first-ever ESOP scheme?
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Pilgrim, a D2C personal care brand, announced its first-ever ESOP scheme.
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Question 31
India joined which mission, initiated by the US and the UAE, to boost climate-smart agriculture?
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India joined the Agricultural Innovation Mission for Climate to boost climate-smart agriculture.
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Question 32
On which date did the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana complete four years?
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PM-KISAN completed four years on 24 February 2023.
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Question 33
Who launched the revised norms for the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS)?
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The revised norms for MPLADS were launched by Rao Inderjit Singh, the Minister of State for Statistics and Programme Implementation.
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Question 34
"Jaadui Pitara" was introduced by which minister as a play-based learning resource for kids aged three to eight?
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Dharmendra Pradhan introduced "Jaadui Pitara" as a play-based learning resource for kids aged three to eight.
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Question 35
What is the objective of SADUN, launched by Power Minister RK Singh?
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SADUN aims to modernise the distribution of utilities in South Asia through knowledge sharing among discoms.
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Question 36
Who will head the panel set up to monitor the implementation of Mission Karmayogi for government employees' training?
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Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba will head the panel to monitor the implementation of Mission Karmayogi.
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Question 37
Which government body has been set up to monitor the impact of the rise in temperature on the wheat crop?
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The government has set up a committee under the Ministry of Agriculture to monitor the impact of the rise in temperature on the wheat crop.
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Question 38
What is the allocated budget for the 'Vibrant Villages Programme' approved by the Cabinet for the development of villages along the northern border areas?
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The Cabinet approved the 'Vibrant Villages Programme' with an allocation of Rs 4,800 crore for the comprehensive development of villages along the northern border areas.
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Question 39
How much is the worth of the eight projects approved by the Executive Committee of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG)?
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The NMCG approved eight projects worth approximately Rs 638 crore for the clean Ganga mission.
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Question 40
Who launched the 'Sangathan Se Samriddhi' scheme aimed at empowering marginalized rural households?
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Rural Development Minister Giriraj Singh launched the 'Sangathan Se Samriddhi' campaign to empower marginalized rural households.
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Question 41
Where was the Marketing and Logistics Development for Promotion of Tribal Products from North-Eastern Region (PTP-NER) scheme launched?
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Minister of Tribal Affairs Arjun Munda launched the scheme in Manipur.
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Question 42
What is the Ministry of Culture promoting through the Global Engagement Scheme?
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The Ministry of Culture is promoting Indian folk arts and culture abroad through the Global Engagement Scheme.
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Question 43
What changes did the government implement regarding domestic natural gas pricing based on the recommendations of the Kirit Parikh committee?
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The government implemented changes to the pricing model of domestic natural gas as per the Kirit Parikh committee's recommendations.
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Question 44
Why did the Indian government form a committee led by finance secretary TV Somanathan?
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The committee was formed to explore ways to address concerns raised by government employees over the National Pension System (NPS).
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Question 45
For the 2023-24 season, by how much has the Indian government increased the minimum support price (MSP) for raw jute?
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The MSP for raw jute has been increased by Rs 300 to Rs 5,050 per quintal.
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Question 46
How long has the Cabinet sanctioned the extension of the subsidy under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)?
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The Cabinet extended the subsidy of Rs 200 per LPG cylinder under PMUY for a period of one year.
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Question 47
What is the objective of the Trade Infrastructure for Export Scheme (TIES)?
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TIES aims to assist Central and State Government agencies in creating infrastructure for the growth of exports.
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Question 48
When did the fourth phase of the Sagar Parikrama program conclude in Karnataka?
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The fourth phase of the Sagar Parikrama program concluded on March 19 as announced by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
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Question 49
With which organization did the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment sign an MoU to enhance the effectiveness of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan?
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The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment signed an MoU with Art of Living to enhance the effectiveness and reach of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
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Question 50
Who will oversee the Wrestling Federation of India's office as part of the two-member Ad Hoc committee announced by IOA?
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The Indian Olympic Association has announced a two-member ad-hoc committee to oversee the Wrestling Federation of India's office.