current events, national developments, international developments - Question Bank
1. The 'National Mission for Clean Ganga' (NMCG) is a flagship program aimed at river conservation. Which Union Ministry oversees NMCG?
2. Which nation hosted the 'SCO' (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation) summit in 2023?
3. The 'e-Sanjeevani' platform is an initiative by the Indian government to provide:
4. India's G20 Presidency theme was 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', which translates to:
5. The 'World Health Assembly' (WHA) is the decision-making body of which international organization?
6. Which Indian state launched the 'Mukhyamantri Siksha Protsahan Yojana' to support students' educational pursuits?
7. The 'Atal Pension Yojana' is a social security scheme primarily for:
8. Which country successfully launched the 'SLIM' (Smart Lander for Investigating Moon) mission in 2023?
9. The 'Jan Dhan Yojana' is a financial inclusion scheme that aims to provide access to banking, insurance, and pension. What is the primary objective?
10. India's first aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, was commissioned in which year?
11. The 'Global Climate Risk Index' is published by which German environmental organization?
12. Which Indian state launched the 'Har Ghar Jal Yojana' to ensure piped water supply to every household?
13. The 'COP28' summit concluded with a historic agreement to transition away from fossil fuels. Which city hosted COP28?
14. The 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' (Women's Reservation Bill) was passed by the Indian Parliament. What percentage of seats does it reserve for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies?
15. Which country hosted the 2023 Asia Cup cricket tournament, with some matches played in Sri Lanka?
16. The 'Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity' (IPEF) was launched by the US. Which of these is NOT a pillar of IPEF?
17. Which Indian state launched the 'Pehla Kadam' and 'Pehli Udaan' schemes to support girl child education?
18. The 'PM-KISAN' scheme provides direct income support to farmers. What is the amount of financial assistance provided per farmer per year?
19. Which international organization declared 2024 as the 'International Year of Camelids'?
20. The 'National Logistics Policy' was launched by the Indian government to improve efficiency and reduce costs in the logistics sector. What is a key objective of this policy?
21. Which country is the largest producer of electricity from renewable sources globally, as of recent reports?
22. India's first underwater metro tunnel was inaugurated in which city?
23. The 'BRICS' group of nations includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and which other country?
24. Which Indian state recently introduced the 'Chief Minister's Comprehensive Solar Power Policy'?
25. The 'Mission LiFE' (Lifestyle for Environment) movement was launched to promote sustainable living. Which country is leading this initiative globally?
26. The 'Digital India' initiative aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society. Which of these is a key component of Digital India?
27. Which country successfully launched its first-ever commercial space station, 'Tiangong'?
28. The 'Sankalp Saptaah' program, launched recently, aims to improve the implementation of government schemes in aspirational districts. Who launched this program?
29. Which Indian city hosted the 'Voice of the Global South Summit' in January 2023?
30. The 'Global South' concept gained prominence in international discourse. Which of the following best defines the Global South?
31. India's 'National Green Hydrogen Mission' was approved with a significant financial outlay. What is the primary goal of this mission?
32. Which organization released the 'World Investment Report' in 2023, highlighting global investment trends?
33. The 'Quad' grouping, comprising India, USA, Japan, and Australia, held its Leaders' Summit in 2023 in which city?
34. Which Indian state launched the 'Chalo School Chalein' campaign to increase school enrollment?
35. The 'International Year of Millets' was observed in which year, championed by India?
36. The 'PM-WANI' scheme aims to provide affordable internet access across rural India. What does 'WANI' stand for?
37. Which country hosted the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup?
38. The 'Startup20' engagement group, a key outcome of India's G20 Presidency, aims to foster collaboration among startups. Which city hosted the final Startup20 Summit?
39. India's first ever national security strategy document was reportedly being drafted in 2023. Which government body is primarily responsible for national security?
40. The 'Global Hunger Index' is published annually by which two organizations?
41. Which nation became the first to successfully land a spacecraft on the far side of the Moon?
42. The 'Agni-V' missile, successfully test-fired by India, is a type of:
43. Which country assumed the presidency of the UN Security Council for December 2023?
44. The 'Kirankiran' initiative, aimed at empowering women in rural areas, was launched in which Indian state?
45. Which international organization released the 'World Happiness Report' in 2023?
46. India's first 3D printed post office was inaugurated in which city?
47. The 'Operation Kaveri' was launched by India to evacuate its citizens from which conflict-ridden nation?
48. Which country recently hosted the COP28 climate summit?
49. What significant Indian space mission successfully landed near the lunar south pole in August 2023?
50. The G20 Summit in 2023 was hosted by which country?