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- Which Indian Institute of Management (IIM) has recently (in April ‘24) prepared the report ‘Synchronizing Energy Transitions Toward Possible Net Zero for India: Affordable and Clean Energy for All’ to achieve India’s net-zero Targets?
1) IIM Ahmedabad
2) IIM Visakhapatnam
3) IIM Mumbai
4) IIM Bangalore
5) IIM TiruchirappalliAnswer-1) IIM Ahmedabad
Explanation:
On April 3, 2024, a report titled ‘Synchronizing Energy Transitions Toward Possible Net Zero for India: Affordable and Clean Energy for All‘ prepared by IIM-A (Indian Institute of Management- Ahmedabad) Gujarat, under the sanction of the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India (GoI) was launched during a meeting held in New Delhi, Delhi. It was launched by Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the GoI.
i. The reports part-funding (one-third) is from Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL).
The report aims to analyze the energy transition necessary for achieving a net-zero energy basket for India. - According to the 38th annual World’s Billionaires list released by Forbes in April 2024, India’s Mukesh Ambani secured _______ rank globally, while ___________ topped the list with a net worth of USD 233 Billion.
1) 9th, Elon Musk
2) 10th, Mark Zuckerberg
3) 9th, Bernard Arnault
4) 10th, Elon Musk
5) 8th, Bill GatesAnswer-3) 9th, Bernard Arnault
Explanation:
On April 2, 2024, Forbes released its 38th annual World’s Billionaires list – ‘Forbes World’s Billionaires List: The Richest in 2024‘ in partnership with J.P. Morgan Bank. Bernard Arnault (France), Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH ) topped the list with a net worth of USD 233 Billion.
He is followed by Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Motors with a net worth of USD 195 Billion and Jeff Bezos, founder & Former CEO of Amazon with USD 194 Billion at 3rd place.
i. Mukesh Ambani, Chairman And Managing Director(CMD) of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), ranked 9th globally with a net worth of USD 116 Billion, becomes the richest man in India. He is the only Indian to feature among the top 10.
He also became the first Asian to break into the USD 100 billion club. Click here to read more. - Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the opening ceremony of RBI@90 in Mumbai, Maharashtra on 1 April 2024, organised to mark the 90 years of the establishment of Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
The coin weighs about _______
1) 90 grams
2) 100 grams
3) 75 grams
4) 60 grams
5) 40 gramsAnswer-5) 40 grams
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi addressed the opening ceremony of RBI@90, as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) marked its 90th year on April 1, 2024. The ceremony took place at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
i. A special Rs 90 coin was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to commemorate 90 years of RBI.
ii. The coin is made from pure silver and it weighs about 40 grams.
iii. On the observer side the RBI emblem is embossed at the centre of the coin, below which “RBI@90” is inscribed.
iv. The Reverse Side Showcases the Lion Capital of Ashoka Pillar with the national motto “Satyamev Jayate” (Truth Alone Triumphs) inscribed in Devanagari script below. Click here to read more. - According to Worldline India Digital Payments Report H2 2023 released in April 2024, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions volume in the second half of 2023 increased by _________to 65.77 billion.
1) 56%
2) 77%
3) 44%
4) 38%
5) 45%Answer-1) 56%
Explanation:
According to Worldline India Digital Payments Report H2 2023 the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions volume in the second half (H2) of 2023 (July 2023 – December 2023) increased by 56% to 65.77 billion from 42.09 billion in H2 2022.
i. The value of transactions increased by 44% from Rs 69.36 Lakh Crore to Rs 99.68 lakh crore.
ii. The Average Ticket Size(ATS) of UPI transactions reduced by 8% to Rs 1515 from Rs 1648 in H2 2022.
iii. The volume of Online transactions via mobile phone apps increased by 38% to 62.95 billion(H2 2023) from 45.58 billion(H2 2022). Click here to read more. - Which bank has recently (in April ‘24) launched a healthcare loan product, Heal, to cover hospitalization expenses beyond insurance limits?
1) Bank of Maharashtra
2) Canara Bank
3) Punjab National Bank
4) Bank of Baroda
5) Union Bank of IndiaAnswer-2) Canara Bank
Explanation:
On 3rd April 2024, Canara Bank launched a range of innovative products aimed at enhancing financial inclusivity and addressing healthcare needs.
i. Canara Heal: A healthcare loan product to cover hospitalization expenses beyond insurance limits, available at competitive interest rates.
ii. Canara Angel: A custom savings account for women with unique features like cancer care policy.
iii. Canara ReadyCash, a pre-approved personal loans
iv. Canara MyMoney, an online loan against term deposit product. Click Here to read more - In April 2024, Ousmane Sonko was appointed as the Prime Minister (PM) of ________ (Country).
1) Ghana
2) Morocco
3) Tanzania
4) Cameroon
5) SenegalAnswer-5) Senegal
Explanation:
The Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye appointed Ousmane Sonko as the Prime Minister(PM) of Senegal in his first act as President.
i. Ousmane Sonko replaced Sidiki Kaba as the new prime minister. Sidiki Kaba was appointed as the prime minister by former President Macky Sall in March 2024.
ii. Bassirou Diomaye Faye was newly appointed as the President of Senegal on April 2 2024. - Which Ministry has recently (in April ‘24) ) launched the myCGHS app to advance healthcare accessibility for Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries?
1) Ministry of Home Affairs
2) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
3) Ministry of Finance
4) Ministry of Women & Child Development
5) Ministry of Science and TechnologyAnswer-2) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Explanation:
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) launched the myCGHS app for the iPhone Operating System (iOS) devices to advance in healthcare accessibility for Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries.
i. The app is designed to enhance access to Electronic Health Records, information, and resources for CGHS beneficiaries.
ii. The myCGHS iOS app is developed by the technical teams of the National Informatics Centre (NIC) Himachal Pradesh and the NIC Health Team. - Which Company has recently (in April ‘24) tested the lunar rover prototype, the Flexible Logistics and Exploration (FLEX) rover in Mojave Desert, California?
1) Xona Space Systems
2) Umbra Lab Inc
3) Venturi Astrolab Inc
4) Turion Space
5) Viridian Space CorporationAnswer-3) Venturi Astrolab Inc
Explanation:
Venturi Astrolab Inc, a Los Angeles, United States (US)-based startup, has successfully tested a groundbreaking lunar rover prototype, the Flexible Logistics and Exploration (FLEX) rover, in California’s Mojave Desert.
i. Piloted by retired Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield and MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) aerospace graduate student Michelle Lin, the FLEX rover demonstrated agility and capabilities, including setting up a vertical solar array.
ii. It is designed for National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)’s Artemis program. - Which country’s defence force has recently (in April ‘24) received two Dornier 228 planes from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)?
1) France
2) Uruguay
3) Ecuador
4) Guyana
5) ArgentinaAnswer-4) Guyana
Explanation:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) delivers two Dornier 228 planes to Guyana Defence Force (GDF) via Boeing C-17 Globemaster military transport planes at Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA).
i. The Dornier 228 aircraft is known for its versatility and reliability. It is suitable for diverse military and civilian applications such as surveillance, reconnaissance, medical evacuation, and transport operations. - When was the United Nations (UN) International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action 2024 observed across the globe with the theme of ‘Protecting Lives, Building Peace’?
1) 4th April 2024
2) 3rd April 2024
3) 2nd April 2024
4) 1st April 2024
5) 31st March 2024Answer-1) 4th April 2024
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action 2024 was observed across the globe on 4th April 2024 with the theme of ‘Protecting Lives, Building Peace’ to raise awareness and encourage the establishment and development of national mine-action capacities in affected countries.
i. 4th April 2024 marks the observance of the 19th International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action.
ii. The annual observance is led by the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS). Click here to read more.
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