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- Under which ministry Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan also known as the Accessible India Campaign (AIC), a flagship initiative of Government of India (GoI) has completed 9 years of successful implementation on 3rd December 2024?
1) Ministry of Home Affairs
2) Ministry of Labour and Employment
3) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
4) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
5) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and PensionsAnswer-4) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Explanation:
On December 3 2024, Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, also known as the Accessible India Campaign (AIC), a flagship initiative of Government of India (GoI) for persons with disabilities (PwDs), completed 9 years of successful implementation.
It was launched by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on 3rd December, 2015, on the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
It is being monitored by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJ&E).
The primary objective of the campaign is to ensure universal accessibility for PwDs across 3 main domains: built infrastructure, transport systems, and the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) ecosystem.
So far, 1,671 government buildings were audited for accessibility under the target of auditing 25 to 50 buildings in 50 cities.
The Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC) was set up in September 2015 in New Delhi (Delhi), to promote the use, teaching and research of Indian Sign Language (ISL).
The GoI is working on finalising accessibility standards for the 4 remaining identified sectors: Road Transport and Highways, Tourism, Information and Broadcasting, and Financial Services.
Sugamya Bharat App is a crowdsourcing mobile application (app) launched in 2021 by the MoSJ&E, under the AIC to address the issues related to accessibility being faced by Divyangjan (differently-abled). Click here to read more. - Which traditional saree from Gujarat was recently (in November ‘24) received the GI tag from the Geographical Indications (GI) Registry?
1) Patola
2) Panetar
3) Banarasi
4) Bandhani
5) GharcholaAnswer- 5) Gharchola
Explanation:
In November 2024, Chennai(Tamil Nadu, TN) based Geographical Indications (GI) Registry, operating under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), has granted the prestigious GI tag to Gujarat’s “Gharchola”, a traditional sari worn during weddings. This is Gujarat’s 27the GI tags, with 23 of them recognizing handicrafts.
The GI tag for Gharchola was presented during the “GI and Beyond – Virasat Se Vikas Tak” program organized by the Ministry of Textiles (MoT) in New Delhi, Delhi.
The GI recognition highlights Gujarat’s dedication to preserving its rich cultural legacy. This GI tag not only certifies the authenticity of the Gharchola but also acts as an important marketing tool to elevate its global presence.
Traditionally worn at weddings and other important events, these sarees are crafted using time-honored techniques.
Several other traditional crafts from Gujarat have received GI recognition. These include Surat’s ‘Saadeli’ art, Banaskantha’s ‘Soof’ embroidery, Bharuch’s ‘Sujni’ craft, Ahmedabad’s ‘Saudagiri Print’, Kutch’s Ajrakh, and the colourful ‘Mata Ni Pachedi’ handicrafts, further enhancing the state’s position as a hub of exceptional craftsmanship. - Which organisation has recently (in November ‘24) signed an MoU with Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) marking a significant step towards advancing multidisciplinary research and education?
1) Medical Council of India
2) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
3) National Centre for Biological Sciences
4) World Health Organisation
5) All India Institute of Medical SciencesAnswer-5) All India Institute of Medical Sciences
Explanation:
In November 2024, the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (Delhi) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) marking a significant step towards advancing multidisciplinary research and education.
The collaboration aims to address critical scientific and technological challenges in the fields of high-altitude, aerospace (aviation), and marine medicine.
Under this MoU on ‘High Altitude, Aerospace (Aviation), and Marine Medicine,’ the two organisations announced the first scientific ‘Continuing Medical Education’ (CME).
This is the first scientific CME being held under the MoU on ‘High Altitude, Aerospace (Aviation), and Marine Medicine’ at JLN Auditorium AIIMS in New Delhi. - Which company has recently (in December ‘24) topped in India and the world, respectively, as per the report “SIPRI TOP 100 ARMS-PRODUCING AND MILITARY SERVICES COMPANIES, 2023” released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)?
1) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and Lockheed Martin
2) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited and General Dynamics
3) Cochin Shipyard Limited and Raytheon Technologies Corporation
4) TATA Advanced Systems Limited and Northrop Grumman
5) Bharat Electronics Limited and Lockheed MartinAnswer-1) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited and Lockheed Martin
Explanation:
According to the Report “SIPRI TOP 100 ARMS-PRODUCING AND MILITARY SERVICES COMPANIES, 2023” released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) on 2nd December 2024, The three companies – Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)(43rd), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) (67th), and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) (94th) are placed among the world’s 100 largest arms producers in 2023.
All three defense public sector undertakings (DPSUs) combined revenues from sales of arms and military services has increased to USD 6.74 billion in 2023, growing 5.8% from USD 6.37 billion in 2022.
The top 5 companies in the list belong to United States of America (USA) namely Lockheed Martin (USD 60.81 billion) on the top followed by Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX) (USD 40.66 billion) on 2nd spot, Northrop Grumman (USD 35.57 billion) on 3rd, Boeing (USD 31.1 billion) on 4th and General Dynamics (USD 30.2 billion) on 5th spot respectively.
According to the SIPRI report, HAL increased its arms revenue to USD 3.71 billion in 2023, up 6.9% from USD 3.47 billion in 2022.
SIPRI reported that there was a 4.2% rise in FY23 arms revenues for the Top 100 arms producers globally earning a total of USD 632 billion (Rs. 53,54,936 crore), due to increased regional conflicts and rearmament efforts. Click here to read more. - In December 2024, the United States of America approved a USD 1.17 billion deal to supply advanced communication systems, sensors, and logistical support to enhance the Indian Navy’s (IN) _______________ MH-60R multi-role helicopters.
1) Airbus
2) Sikorsky
3) Dornier
4) Boeing
5) TiltrotorAnswer-2) Sikorsky
Explanation:
On December 3 2024, the United States of America (USA) approved a USD 1.17 billion deal under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme to supply advanced communication systems, sensors, and logistical support to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Navy’s (IN) Sikorsky MH-60R multi-role helicopters.
The proposed deal will improve India’s capability to deter current and future threats by upgrading its anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
These USA made helicopters are replacing the ageing fleet of Sea King choppers, which served the IN for over 3 decades.
In February 2020, during Donald Trump’s presidency, India and the USA signed defence deals worth over USD 3 billion for 24 MH-60R Seahawk Multi-Role Helicopters for the Indian Navy and six AH-64E attack helicopters for the Indian Army.
The MH-60R is a 4th generation helicopter designed for anti-submarine and surface combat missions, featuring Mk 54 torpedoes for targeting hidden submarines, and Hellfire missiles for air-to-surface strikes.
MH-60R Seahawk emerged as a major force multiplier for the Indian Navy amidst the growing challenges from China and Pakistan in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). - Which ministry has recently (in December ‘24) collaborated with Razorpay along with Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) to enhance cyber security of the digital payments ecosystem in India?
1) Ministry of Home Affairs
2) Ministry of Communications
3) Ministry of Law and Justice
4) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
5)Ministry of Electronics and Information TechnologyAnswer-1) Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation:
On December 2 2024, Razorpay, India’s first full-stack financial solutions company, collaborated with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) to enhance cyber security of the digital payments ecosystem in the country.
This collaboration aims to provide necessary knowledge to the businesses and end customers to protect themselves and promote awareness about cybersecurity across India.
This initiative will integrate Razorpay’s technological expertise with the government’s cybersecurity strategies to strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure.
India now accounts for 46% of the world’s digital payment volume.
According to the data from the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal, India has witnessed over 7,000 daily cybercrime complaints, with 85% linked to financial fraud between January 2024 and April 2024.
Razorpay has connected with over 1,600 cybercrime stations across 25 states and union territories, to boost collaboration in preventing cybercrime. - According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)’s “Economic Outlook December 2024” released in December 2024, India’s growth forecast by 20 basis points (bps) to ______ in Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25).
1) 6.4%
2) 6.5%
3) 6.6%
4) 6.7%
5) 6.8%Answer- 5) 6.8%
Explanation:
According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)’s “Economic Outlook December 2024” released on 4th December 2024. It has raised India’s growth forecast by 20 basis points (bps) to 6.8% in Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25), from its previous estimate of 6.6% made in May 2024.
It has cited this projection is based on rapidly increasing public infrastructure spending and ongoing strong private consumption growth.
It has also revised India’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) projection from 6.8% (projected in September 2024 economic outlook) to 6.9% for FY26.
OECD’s report has raised India’s headline inflation from 4.5% (predicted in September 2024) to 4.8% in FY25.
The economic outlook has estimated that India’s general government deficit, including states, will fall below 8% of the GDP, supported by additional revenues from efforts to widen the tax base.
It has retained the Global GDP forecast to 3.2% in 2024 but has increased its global growth projection for both 2025 and 2026 by 10 bps, from 3.2% (in September 2024) to 3.3%.
The report has projected that annual consumer price inflation in the Group-20 (G20) countries will moderate to 3.5% and 2.9% in 2025 and 2026 respectively, from 5.4% in 2024. - Which airline was recently (in November ‘24) awarded the ‘2024 Airline of the Year’ by Centre for Aviation (CAPA) at its 2024 Global Aviation Awards for Excellence in Belgrade, Serbia?
1) Air India
2) IndiGo
3) Akasa Air
4) SpiceJet
5) Air India ExpressAnswer-2) IndiGo
Explanation:
In November 2024, India’s preferred carrier IndiGo was named the ‘2024 Airline of the Year’ by Centre for Aviation (CAPA) at its 2024 Global Aviation Awards for Excellence in Belgrade, Serbia. CAPA is a trusted source of aviation market intelligence and a part of the Aviation Week Network.
The award was presented to IndiGo and was received by Neha Narain, VP Strategy and Chief Executive Officer’s(CEO) Office, accepted the award on behalf of the airline.
CAPA awarded IndiGo for its excellence in aviation strategy and operations, highlighting airlines and airports that adapt effectively to changes in the industry. - Who has recently (in December ‘24) won the Formula 1 (F1) Qatar Grand Prix 2024 held in Lusail, Qatar?
1) Charles Leclerc
2) Oscar Piastri
3) George Russell
4) Max Verstappen
5) Pierre GaslyAnswer-4) Max Verstappen
Explanation:
On December 1 2024, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen (Netherlands) won the Formula 1 (F1) Qatar Grand Prix 2024 which was held at the Lusail International Circuit in Lusail, Qatar.
This was his 9th win of the season and 63rd of his career.
Monégasque racing driver Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) secured the 2nd spot (18 points) for Ferrari and Australia’s Oscar Piastri (McLaren) (15 points) claimed the 3rd spot.
Max Verstappen won his first F1 World Championship title in 2021 after winning 10 Grands Prix (GP) during the 2021 season.
He won the next two championships in 2022 and 2023 and secured his 4th consecutive title in 2024 after winning 9 Grand Prix. - When is the United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Banks annually observed across the globe?
1) August 9
2) September 16
3) October 26
4) December 4
5) November 30Answer- 4) December 4
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Banks is annually observed across the globe on December 4 to recognize the crucial role of banking systems in enhancing living standards and fostering sustainable development across member nations.
The first ever International Day of Banks was observed on 4th December 2020.
The Addis Ababa Action Agenda (AAAA) is a comprehensive global framework aimed at financing sustainable development.
The UN Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB), introduced in 2019, work in partnership with the banking community to drive a positive global transformation for the benefit of people and the planet.
The economic growth and development of India have been significantly influenced by banks, particularly when the Government of India (GoI) nationalized around 20 major private banks between 1969 and 1991, in two phases—1969 and 1980—and introduced priority sector lending (PSL) in 1972.
Since 2014, the banking sector has embraced the Jan-Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile (JAM) trinity, granted licenses to Payment Banks and Small Finance Banks (SFBs), and introduced digital payment systems.
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