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1. The 4th National Chilika Bird Festival was held from January 27–29, 2024. Chilika Lake is situated
in which state?

A. Madhya Pradesh

B. Odisha 

C. Rajasthan

D. Kerala

✓ The 4th National Chilika Bird Festival was held from January 27–29, 2024. The festival celebrates
the 10 lakh winged visitors of 200 species that visit Mangalajodi during the winter. The festival
was inaugurated by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. The three-day program included 52
selected birders from different parts of India.

2. Deep Grace Ekka, who recently announced her retirement, is associated with which sports?
A. Hockey 

B. Cricket

C. Football

D. Table Tennis

✓ Deep Grace Ekka is a former Indian woman’s hockey defender and penalty corner specialist.
Recently, the 29-year-old announced her retirement from international hockey. Ekka played in
268 matches for the Indian women's hockey team, including two Olympic Games. She was a key
player in India's qualification for the 2016 Rio Olympics and was a key defender at the 2021 Tokyo
Olympics, where India finished fourth.

3. Which district of Kerala is set to host the International Literature Festival?

A. Thrissur 

B. Kollam

C. Wayanad

D. Kannur

✓ The International Literature Festival of Kerala (ILFK) commenced in Thrissur with Chief Minister
Pinarayi Vijayan emphasizing literature's role in uniting humanity. Themed "Literature, culture
and progress," the seven-day festival organized by the Kerala Sahitya Akademi features global,
Indian, and regional writers, including poets from Palestine and Manipur. The event aims at
cultural renaissance.

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4. Which Middle Eastern country recently launched the satellites namely Mahda, Kayhan-2, and Hatef-1?

A. Iran 

B. Iraq

C. Egypt

D. Jordan

✓ Iran launched three satellites into space using the Simorgh rocket: Mahda: A 32 kg satellite
Kayhan-2: A nano-satellite weighing less than 10 kg Hatef-1: A nano-satellite weighing less than 10
kg The satellites were launched from the Imam Khomeini Spaceport in Iran's Semnan province.

5. Which state is home to the ‘Kutia Kondh Tribe’ classified as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal
Group?

A. Odisha 

B. Jharkhand

C. Andhra Pradesh

D. Chhattisgarh

✓ 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.

6. Recently, which player made history by hitting the fastest triple-century in first-class cricket?
A. Tanmay Agarwal 

B. Hardik Tamore

C. Shivam Dube

D. Abhishek Reddy

✓ Tanmay Agarwal set the record for the fastest triple century in first-class cricket in January 2024.
Agarwal scored 323 runs off 160 balls against Arunachal Pradesh in a Ranji Trophy Plate Group
game. Agarwal's innings included 33 boundaries and 21 sixes. He broke the previous record held
by Marco Marais, who scored a triple century in 191 deliveries in 2017.

7. Ratle Hydro Electric Project is built on which river?

A. Chenab River 

B. Tawi River

C. Sutlej River

D. Kaveri River

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✓ The government has announced the diversion of Chenab River water through tunnels to
accelerate the 850-MW Ratle Hydro Electric Project in Jammu & Kashmir. The project, located in
the Kishtwar District, is a run-of-river hydroelectric power initiative on the Chenab River.
Developed by Ratle Hydroelectric Power Corporation (RHPCL) as a joint venture between Jammu
& Kashmir State Power Development Corporation and National Hydroelectric Power Corporation.

8. ‘INS Sumitra’ is what kind of vessel?

A. Patrol vessel 

B. Frigate

C. Destroyer

D. Aircraft Carrier

✓ The Indian Navy’s INS Sumitra, a Saryu-class patrol vessel, rescued hijacked fishermen off
Somalia’s east coast. Commissioned in 2014, it’s the last vessel of its class, constructed by Goa
Shipyard. Based in Chennai under the Eastern Naval Command, its primary roles include EEZ
surveillance, anti-piracy patrols, fleet support, maritime security, and escort operations. The
recent successful rescue underscores its vital contributions to regional security.

9. Recently, where was the foundation stone of North-East India's first Naturopathy Hospital laid?
A. Arunachal Pradesh

B. Manipur

C. Mizoram

D. Assam 

✓ Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, and
Assam's Chief Minister, Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma, laid the foundation stone for the Central
Research Institute of Yoga & Naturopathy and a 100-bed Yoga & Naturopathy hospital in
Dibrugarh, Assam. With an investment of ₹100 crores, the 15-acre institution aims to synergize
traditional Yoga and Naturopathy with modern technology, setting benchmarks in education,
preventive healthcare, and research. The institute will focus on evidence-based research,
international collaboration, and incubation for startups in the Yoga and wellness sector.

10. Which naval ship was recently decommissioned after 38 years of service to the Indian Navy?
A. INS Suvarna

B. INS Nirupak 

C. INS Kabra

D. INS Aditya

✓ The Indian Navy bid farewell to INS Nirupak, a survey ship commissioned in 1985, after 38 years
of service. Launched on June 4, 1981, and based in Visakhapatnam, the vessel played a crucial role

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in hydrography, earning awards for excellence. It actively participated in humanitarian
operations, including the 2004 tsunami relief.

11. Recently, Who has been appointed as the new Chief Secretary of Puducherry?
A. Rajeev Verma

B. Abhijit Vijay Chaudhary

C. Sharat Chauhan 

D. Ashish Madhaorao

✓ The Union Home Ministry announced the appointment of Dr. Sharat Chauhan as the new Chief
Secretary of Puducherry. Chauhan is a member of the AGMUT (Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram
and Union Territory) cadre and previously served in Arunachal Pradesh.

12. Who is the author of the book ‘Ek Samandar, Mere Andar’?
A. Sanjeev Joshi 

B. Vikram Seth

C. Aravind Adiga

D. Vineet Bajpai

✓ National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan introduced
the book 'Ek Samandar, Mere Andar,' penned by Sanjeev Joshi, Deputy CEO of BrahMos Aerospace.
The book, consisting of 75 poems, was unveiled at the India International Centre.

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1. What is the purpose of the C-bot, an autonomous underwater vehicle, launched by the CSIR- NIO
in Goa?

A. Space Exploration

B. Monitoring coral reefs 

C. Agricultural Research

D. Air Quality Measurement

✓ The Goa-based CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) launched C-bot, an autonomous

underwater vehicle for monitoring coral reefs. The vehicle is also known as the Coral Reef
Monitoring and Surveillance Robot. C-bot is a robot with advanced features for increased
surveillance over the coral reefs. It can travel to a depth of 200 meters underwater.

2. Dr Radhakrishnan Committee is related to which one of the following reforms?

A. Agricultural Reforms

B. Educational Reforms 

C. Tax Reforms

D. Banking Reforms

✓ The Ministry of Education recently approved reforms in Higher Education Institutions'

accreditation system based on recommendations from the Dr Radhakrishnan Committee.

✓ The Composite Assessment System (CAS) merges Program and Institutional Accreditation,
introducing Binary Accreditation. NAAC aims to implement this in four months, with no new
applications under the old system. Maturity-Based Graded Accreditation from Level 1 to 5 will be
enforced by December 2024. Additionally, a unified One Nation One Data Platform and
"Stakeholder validation" are proposed for transparent accreditation processes.

3. The tableau themed “Bharat: Mother of Democracy” clinched 1st place at the Republic Day 2024.
It was associated with which ministry?

A. Ministry of Defence

B. Ministry of Culture 

C. Ministry of Finance

D. Ministry of Home Affairs

✓ The Ministry of Culture's tableau, themed "Bharat: Mother of Democracy", won first prize at the
75th Republic Day parade in 2024. The tableau showcased the evolution of democracy from
ancient India to modern times. The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) announced
the win. The Ministry of Home Affairs' tableau, depicting "vibrant villages", won second prize.

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4. What is the rank of India in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2023?

A. 93 

B. 83

C. 91

D. 81

✓ According to a Transparency International report, India ranked 93 out of 180 countries in the 2023
Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). The CPI is published annually by Transparency International,
a non-governmental organization. The CPI ranks countries on a scale of 0 (highly corrupt) to 100
(very clean) based on their perceived levels of public sector corruption.

5. Who has been appointed as the first woman chief secretary of Uttarakhand?
A. Radha Raturi 

B. Kusum Kandwal

C. Kamini Gupta

D. Geeta Khanna

✓ Radha Raturi, a senior IAS officer of the 1988 batch, has been appointed as the first woman chief
secretary of Uttarakhand. She replaces Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and is the first woman to hold this
top administrative post in the state.

6. According to Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) report, which state/UT has
the highest number of snow leopard?

A. Ladakh 

B. Jammu and Kashmir

C. Himachal Pradesh

D. Sikkim

✓ Union Minister of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav released
India’s first-ever Snow Leopard Population Assessment report.

✓ The four-year-long scientific exercise, coordinated by the Wildlife Institute of India, estimates
approximately 718 snow leopards in the wild. Ladakh leads with 477, followed by Uttarakhand
(124), Himachal Pradesh (51), Arunachal Pradesh (36), Sikkim (21), and Jammu and Kashmir (nine).
India holds 10-15% of the global snow leopard population.

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7. Salher fort, Shivneri fort and Panhala fort are located in which Indian state?
A. Madhya Pradesh

B. Maharashtra 

C. Karnataka

D. Rajasthan

✓ India has proposed the “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” for UNESCO World Heritage List
recognition in 2024-25. Developed between the 17th and 19th centuries, these military landscapes
showcase an exceptional fortification system envisioned by Maratha rulers.

✓ The network of forts, spanning the Sahyadri mountain ranges, Konkan Coast, Deccan Plateau, and
Eastern Ghats, integrates distinctive landscapes. Notable components include Salher fort,
Shivneri fort, Raigad, Vijaydurg, and others. The Maratha Military ideology, dating from the 17th
century, continued until Peshwa rule in 1818 CE.

8. Which ministry has released the report titled “The Indian Economy: A Review”?
A. Ministry of Agriculture

B. Ministry of Commerce & Industry

C. Ministry of Finance 

D. Ministry of Home Affairs

✓ The Ministry of Finance released a report titled The Indian Economy: A Review in January 2024.
The report was released a few days before the Union Budget for 2024-25 was presented in
Parliament on February 1. The Ministry of Finance is made up of five divisions: Economic Affairs,
Revenue, Expenditures, Investment and Public Asset Management, and Financial Services.

9. Eravikulam National Park is located in which state?

A. Tamil Nadu

B. Kerala 

C. Odisha

D. Karnataka

✓ Eravikulam National Park in Kerala's Idukki district, closing for the Nilgiri tahr's calving season,
hosts diverse flora and fauna. Declared a National Park in 1978, it spans 97 sq.km, featuring
Anamudi, the highest peak of the Western Ghats. Famous for the "Neelakurinji" flower blooming
every twelve years, the park experiences heavy monsoons.

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10. Recently, which state government has signed a MoU with NTPC for green hydrogen and renewable
energy development?

A. Tamil Nadu

B. Rajasthan

C. Maharashtra 

D. Haryana

✓ NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the
Maharashtra government for the development of green hydrogen and renewable energy. The MoU
includes the development of green hydrogen and its derivatives, such as green ammonia and
green methanol, with a capacity of up to 1 million tons per year. The MoU also includes the
development of renewable energy projects and pumped storage projects of 2 GW.

11. “Bharat 5G Portal- an integrated portal” is launched by which ministry?

A. Ministry of Communication 

B. Ministry of Finance

C. Ministry of Commerce and Industry

D. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting

✓ The Secretary, Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, unveiled the

"Bharat 5G Portal" during 'Bharat Telecom 2024.' This integrated platform focuses on quantum,
6G, IPR, and 5G domains. In collaboration with PANIIT USA, it introduces the Future Tech-Experts
registration portal to support India's Telecom ecosystem. The portal serves as a centralized hub
for quantum, IPR, PoCs/Pilot, 5G, and 6G, promoting innovation, collaboration.

12. Where was the first ‘National Conference on Promotion of Seaweed Cultivation’ held?
A. Rameshwaram

B. Kutch 

C. Ahmedabad

D. Thiruvananthapuram

✓ The National Conference on Promotion of Seaweed Cultivation, chaired by the Union Minister of
Fisheries in Koteshwar, Kutch, Gujarat, showcased diverse seaweed cultivation methods
(Monoline, tube-net, and rafts).

✓ CMFRI, CSMCRI, and NFDB demonstrated these techniques. Seaweeds, macroscopic algae lacking
true roots and leaves, thrive in marine and coastal waters. They are classified into four groups
based on pigments that absorb specific wavelengths of light. The event aimed at fostering seaweed
development and enhancing awareness about its potential in India.

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1. Agasthyagama edge belongs to which one of the following species?
A. Snake

B. Kangaroo lizard 

C. Wolf Spider

D. Frog

✓ Scientists recently discovered a new kangaroo lizard species, Agasthyagama edge, in the Western
Ghats. Named after the EDGE program, it's the second in the Agasthyagama genus. Found in
Kulamavu, Idukki, it belongs to the Agamidae family. These terrestrial reptiles, lacking a fifth toe
for climbing, prefer leaf-covered areas. Averaging 4.3 cm in length, they are fast runners feeding
on small insects, and they hide within dry leaves to avoid predators.

2. “Ungalai Thedi, Ungal Ooril” (Come Look for You, In Your Village) scheme is launched by which state?
A. Tamil Nadu 

B. Kerala

C. Karnataka

D. Andhra Pradesh

✓ The Government of Tamil Nadu introduces the Ungalai Thedi Ungal Ooril Scheme, offering citizens
monthly access to state government schemes and scholarships. This initiative aims to review
project performance, inspect infrastructure, and address public concerns, ensuring effective
implementation of government programs.

3. Recently, which neurotechnology company has embedded the first computer chip in a human
brain?

A. Neuralink 

B. Kernel

C. Blackrock Neurotech

D. Neurable

✓ Neuralink is the first company to implant a computer chip in a human brain. Neuralink is a
neurotechnology company founded in 2016 by Musk and seven other scientists and engineers. The
company's implant, known as the "Link," is a small device that's surgically placed inside the
human brain. Neuralink says its device can interpret neural activity so a person can operate a
computer or smartphone by simply thinking. The company ultimately hopes to use the brain-
machine interface to restore sensory and motor functions in people with disabilities, treat
neurological conditions like dementia and depression, and even enable telepathic communication.

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4. What is ‘Kudavolai System’?

A. Caste System

B. Electoral System 

C. Irrigation System

D. Tax System

✓ Tamil Nadu's Republic Day Parade 2024 featured the Kudavolai System, an ancient electoral
method dating back to the 10th century Chola era. Documented in Uthiramerur inscriptions, it was
employed to elect village administration representatives.

✓ The system involved dividing villages into wards, with residents choosing their representatives
through a unique process: contestants' names on palm leaf tickets (volai) placed in a pot (kuda),
and a boy selecting tickets to declare elected leaders. Tamil Nadu's tableau showcasing this
historical system earned the third-best award.

5. Recently, which department launched the ‘StartupShala’, a flagship accelerator program of

startup India?

A. Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

B. Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade 

C. Department of Economic Affairs

D. Department of Agricultural Research and Education

✓ StartupShala, launched by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT),
features the Flagship Accelerator Program. Designed to propel early-stage startups, the program
aims to expedite their growth by furnishing resources and opportunities.

✓ Through a vast network of partners spanning incubation centers, educational institutions, and
corporate entities, startups benefit from diverse facilities and resources, elevating their journey
to the next level of success.

6. What is the IMF’s estimated forecast for India’s GDP growth in the current financial year?
A. 6.1% B. 6.2%

C. 6.4% D. 6.7% 

✓ The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded India's GDP growth forecast to 6.7% for the
current fiscal year, a 40 basis points rise from the previous estimate of 6.3%. This positive revision
is credited to strong public investment and positive labor market trends, as outlined in the latest
World Economic Outlook report.

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7. Which one of the following is the mascot for the Khelo India Winter Games 2024?
A. Bengal Tiger

B. Snow Leopard 

C. Falcon

D. Arctic Fox

✓ The mascot for the 2024 Khelo India Winter Games is the snow leopard, named "Sheen-e She" or
"Shan" in the Ladakh region. The mascot was chosen to reflect the region's biodiversity and
tradition. The games will be held in Ladakh from February 2–6, and in Gulmarg, Jammu and
Kashmir from February 21–25. The mascot symbolizes the spirit of the games and highlights the
need to conserve this endangered species.

8. Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary and Longwood Shola Reserve Forest are located in which state?
A. Tamil Nadu 

B. Kerala

C. Karnataka

D. Himachal Pradesh

✓ India has included five additional wetlands in the Ramsar Convention's global list of significant
wetlands, bringing the nation's total to 80. Announced by Union Environment Minister Bhupender
Yadav, the newly added wetlands include Magadi Kere Conservation Reserve, Ankasamudra Bird
Conservation Reserve, and Aghanashini Estuary from Karnataka, along with Karaivetti Bird
Sanctuary and Longwood Shola Reserve Forest from Tamil Nadu. This designation underscores
India's commitment to preserving vital waterlogged ecosystems.

9. Which state of India has recorded the highest number of Ramsar sites?
A. Tamil Nadu 

B. Kerala

C. Odisha

D. Karnataka

✓ Tamil Nadu leads India in environmental conservation with 16 Ramsar sites, the highest
nationwide. The recent additions, Longwood Shola Reserve Forest and Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary,
underscore the state's commitment to ecological preservation. Ramsar sites, designated under an
international treaty, highlight the ecological importance, biodiversity richness, and their crucial
role in supporting human life and environmental health.

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10. Which player won the Women’s singles title at the Australian Open, 2024?
A. Ankita Raina

B. Aryna Sabalenka 

C. Zheng Qinwen

D. Barbora Krejcikova

✓ Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus won the 2024 Australian Open women’s singles title. Sabalenka
defeated China’s Zheng Qinwen 6–3, 6–2 to win her second consecutive Grand Slam title. Sabalenka
is the 1st woman to win back-to-back Australian Open titles since Victoria Azarenka in 2012 & 2013.

11. ‘Kalaignar Sports Kit’ scheme is launched by which state?

A. Tamil Nadu 

B. Kerala

C. Karnataka

D. Maharashtra

✓ Sports Development and Youth Welfare Ministry announced the ‘Kalaignar Sports Kit’ initiative,
distributing sports equipment in 12,000 village panchayats to commemorate M. Karunanidhi’s
birth centenary. The scheme begins on February 7 in Tiruchi, Tamil Nadu and aims to support
young athletes.

12. Which ministry has received the highest budgetary allocation in the Interim Budget 2024?
A. Ministry of Railways

B. Ministry of Defence 

C. Ministry of Home Affairs

D. Ministry of Rural Development

✓ The Defence Budget for the Financial Year 2024-25 has reached Rs 6,21,540.85 crore, constituting
13.04% of the total Union Budget. Finance Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman presented this budget
with a focus on self-reliance and exports.

✓ The Ministry of Defence (MoD) received the highest allocation, marking an 18.35% increase from
FY 2022-23. Capital accounts for 27.67%, revenue for 14.82%, pay and allowances for 30.68%,
defence pensions for 22.72%, and civil organizations under MoD for 4.11%.

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13. Recently, which five countries officially joined the BRICS group?
A. Saudi Arabia, Egypt, UAE, Iran & Ethiopia 

B. Argentina, Chile, Iraq, Sudan & Somalia

C. Peru, Namibia, Guyana, Bulgaria & Turkey

D. Mali, Thailand, Myanmar, Laos & Bhutan

✓ Five countries officially joined the BRICS group: Saudi Arabia, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Iran,
and Ethiopia. The countries were invited to join the group in August 2023, after the 15th BRICS
Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa. Argentina was also invited but backed out at the end of
December. BRICS is an acronym for the emerging national economies of Brazil, Russia, India,
China, and South Africa. The term was originally coined in 2001 as "BRIC" by the Goldman Sachs
economist Jim O'Neill.

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1. What was the theme of the 20th National Good Governance Webinar Series for 2023-2024?
A. Advancing Agricultural Practices for Sustainable Growth

B. Enhancing Educational Opportunities through Digital Initiatives

C. Promoting Excellence in Sports and Wellness through Khelo India Scheme 

D. Strenghthening Healthcare Infrastructure for Public Welfare

✓ The theme of the 20th National Good Governance Webinar Series for 2023-2024 was "Promoting
Excellence in Sports and Wellness through Khelo India Scheme". The webinar included
presentations on initiatives taken by the districts of Churu, Rajasthan and Bishnupur, Manipur,
which were awarded the PM's Award for 2021.

2. ‘Economics of the Food System Transformation’ report is released by which organization?

A. International Monetary Fund

B. Food and Agricultural Organization

C. Food System Economics Commission (FSEC) 

D. World Bank

✓ The 'Economics of the Food System Transformation' report is a global policy report from the Food
System Economics Commission (FSEC). The report estimates that transforming the global food
system could create economic benefits of 5–10 trillion USD per year. The report also states that the
policies and implementation to achieve these transformations would cost only 0.2–0.4% of global
GDP. The report discusses the unsustainable trajectory of the global food system and the potential
economic benefits of a transformation. It also states that transforming food systems worldwide
could help address global climate, nature, and health emergencies.

3. ‘Operation Black Gold’ is related to which one of the following?

A. Crude oil Smuggling

B. Gold Smuggling 

C. Black Money Smuggling

D. Drugs Smuggling

✓ Operation Black Gold is about the seizure of an alloy containing 16.67 kg of gold and 39.73 kg of
silver in Delhi. The alloy was worth over Rs 10 crore and was seized by the Directorate of Revenue
Intelligence (DRI) at FPO Delhi. According to preliminary investigations, a systematic syndicate
was involved in the gold smuggling. The gold was coated with silver to change its color from yellow
to white. The white mixture was then used to make electric meter covers, which were then painted
black to avoid suspicion.

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4. Recently, the Government of India has declared which airport as an 'International Airport'?

A. Surat Airport 

B. Shimla Airport

C. Gorakhpur Airport

D. Jorhat Airport

✓ Surat Airport in Gujarat has achieved 'International Airport' status, per the Indian government's
recent announcement. The move, aimed at facilitating global travel and boosting import-export
activities for the diamond and textile industries, is set to unlock economic potential.

5. Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed restrictions on which payment bank?
A. Airtel Payments Bank

B. Paytm Payment Bank 

C. Jio Payment Bank

D. India Post Payment Bank

✓ The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed restrictions on Paytm Payments Bank (PPBL). The
restrictions will come into effect on February 29, 2024. The RBI has ordered PPBL to stop accepting
fresh deposits in its accounts or wallets after February 29, 2024. The RBI has also ordered PPBL to
halt deposits and credit transactions after February 29, 2024. Customers will face restrictions on
deposits, credit transactions, and top-ups.

6. Which state has secured the first position in the medal tally at the Khelo India Youth Games 2023
in Chennai?

A. Tamil Nadu

B. Maharashtra 

C. Gujarat

D. Uttar Pradesh

✓ Maharashtra topped the medal tally at the 2023 Khelo India Youth Games with 158 medals. The
host state, Tamil Nadu, finished second with 98 medals. Haryana came in third. Maharashtra's
medal count included 57 gold, 48 silver, and 53 bronze medals. Tamil Nadu's medal count included
38 gold, 21 silver, and 39 bronze medals.

7. What is ‘eROSITA’?
A. Drone B. X-ray telescope 

C. Artificial Intelligence tool D. Submarine

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✓ The German eROSITA consortium has released data from the first all-sky survey conducted by the
eROSITA X-ray telescope on the Russian-German SRG observatory. eROSITA stands for extended
ROentgen Survey with an Imaging Telescope Array and is the main instrument on the Russian
spacecraft Spektrum-Roentgen-Gamma (SRG). Launched in July 2019, it maps the entire celestial
sphere every six months.

8. ‘Sphaerotheca varshaabhu’ belongs to which one of the following species?

A. Frog 

B. Fish

C. Spider

D. Snake

✓ Researchers have discovered a new frog species, Sphaerotheca varshaabhu, thriving in

Bengaluru's urban landscape. Named for its rain-loving behavior, the amphibian emerges from
burrows during early showers. With unique characteristics, it adapts to urban challenges,
displaying behaviors and physical attributes that set it apart.

9. ‘One Stop Centre scheme’ is formulated by which ministry?

A. Ministry of Women and Child Development 

B. Ministry of Finance

C. Ministry of Rural Development

D. Ministry of Agriculture

✓ The Union Minister for Women and Child Development announced the establishment of One Stop
Centres (OSCs) in over 700 districts nationwide, under a Centrally Sponsored Scheme by the
Ministry of Women and Child Development. The initiative aims to offer comprehensive support for
women facing violence, providing immediate access to medical, legal, psychological, and
counseling services. The funding comes from the Nirbhaya Fund, with 100% financial assistance
from the Central Government.

10. Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?

A. Tamil Nadu 

B. Kerala

C. Karnataka

D. Maharashtra

✓ The Tamil Nadu government has designated 80,114.80 hectares of Bargur Hills in Erode district as
the Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. This area connects the Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve
to the Male Mahadeshwara Hills Tiger Reserve and the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, forming a
vital corridor for the tiger population.

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✓ The region is rich in biodiversity, serving as a habitat for diverse flora and fauna. It is identified
by the National Tiger Conservation Authority, part of the Nilgiris Elephant Reserve, and crucial
for water sources and cultural significance to local communities.

11. C- CARES web portal is associated with which sector?

A. Petroleum sector

B. Renewable energy sector

C. Coal sector 

D. Agriculture sector

✓ Recently, Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi launched the C-CARES web portal for the Coal Mines
Provident Fund Organization (CMPFO). Developed by C-DAC, it aims to digitize records and
streamline processes for 3.3 lakh Provident Fund subscribers and 6.1 lakh pensioners in the coal
sector. The portal enables online settlement of claims, ensuring transparency, faster processing,
and better record management. Aligned with the vision of Digital India, it signifies a significant
leap towards efficient and transparent operations in the coal sector.

12. Which Union Ministry implemented the 'Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 scheme'?
A. Ministry of Railways B. Ministry of Women and Child Development 

C. Ministry of Home Affairs D. Ministry of Rural Development

✓ The budget allocation for Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 in 2023-24 is ₹25,449 crore, which
is a 6%, increase from the revised estimates of ₹23,913 crore for 2022-23. In 2024, the budget
estimate is ₹20,554 crore, which is 1.4% higher than the revised allocation of ₹20,263 crore for 2023.
Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 is a part of the Mission Poshan 2.0, which was launched in
February 2021 by Finance Minister. The Ministry of Women and Child Development is responsible
for implementing this scheme.

13. In the interim budget 2024-25, which of the following crops are taken into consideration for
‘Atmanirbhar Oil Seeds Abhiyan’?

A. Mustard, Groundnut, Sesame, Soybean & Sunflower 

B. Palm, Coconut, Canola & Castor

C. Peanuts, Cotton & Flax

D. Rapeseed & Palm

✓ Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman, highlighted farmer's
welfare and rural demand in the interim budget 2024-25. The budget emphasizes achieving
'atmanirbharta' in oil seeds, outlining strategies like research for high-yielding varieties, modern
farming techniques adoption, market linkages, procurement, value addition, and crop insurance
for mustard, groundnut, sesame, soybean, and sunflower.

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