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What is the primary purpose of the INSAT-3DS satellite, being launched by ISRO?

A. Astronomical observations and space exploration

B. Weather forecasting and disaster management

C. Communication and broadcasting services

D. Navigation and geospatial mapping

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B. Weather forecasting and disaster management


INSAT-3DS, scheduled for launch by ISRO, holds a primary focus on improving weather forecasting and disaster management. This meteorological satellite is part of India's commitment to leveraging space technology for societal benefits. With design features based on the proven I-2k bus platform, INSAT-3DS aims to enhance India's capabilities in addressing weather-related challenges and disaster response.

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What is the name of the robotic system introduced by Stanford University to enhance bimanual mobile manipulation capabilities?

A. Mobile ALOHA

B. NanoBot X

C. Quantum GRIP

D. ManipuBOT

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Which bank has introduced the SmartFin digital Supply Chain Finance platform in collaboration with Veefin Solutions?

A. Canara Bank

B. Yes Bank

C. Federal Bank

D. IndusInd Bank

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On which date is World Leprosy Day marked in 2024?

A. January 15

B. January 22

C. January 28

D. February 5

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Which Indian bank is actively pursuing expansion into Singapore by applying for a banking license?

A. ICICI Bank

B. Axis Bank

C. HDFC Bank

D. IndusInd Bank

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Who inaugurated the 5th Meghalaya Games?

A. Droupadi Murmu

B. Anurag Thakur

C. Anurag Thakur

D. Jagdeep Dhankhar

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Which technology company has initiated the 'AI Odyssey' program in India, to train 100,000 developers in the latest AI technologies?

A. Google

B. IBM

C. Microsoft

D. Infosys

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In which event did Rhythm Sangwan and Ujjwal Malik secure gold at the ISSF World Cup in Cairo?

A. 10m air rifle mixed team

B. 10m air pistol mixed team

C. 50m rifle prone

D. Skeet shooting

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In the Indian Constitution, which article outlines the government's annual financial statement, commonly referred to as the budget?

A. Article 112

B. Article 150

C. Article 200

D. Article 110

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In which city did Mansukh Mandaviya lay the foundation stone for a Cancer Hospital and Research Center, initiated by Shree Khodaldham Trust?

A. Nashik

B. Rajkot

C. Surat

D. Lucknow

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On which date is International Mind-Body Wellness Day observed annually?

A. January 1

B. January 3

C. February 14

D. March 7

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Which Indian state is associated with the Lanjia Saura paintings and the Dongaria Kondh shawl, both of which recently received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag?

A. Maharashtra

B. Uttar Pradesh

C. Odisha

D. Kerala

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What is the name of the indigenous assault rifle launched by DRDO for the armed forces?

A. Ugram

B. Rakshak

C. Nirbhay

D. Shakti

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The global headquarters of the Square Kilometre Array Observatory (SKAO) is located in which country?

A. United States

B. Australia

C. South Africa

D. United Kingdom

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In which Union Territory did the inaugural multi-sports beach games, featuring over 1,200 players from 20 Indian states and union territories, take place starting January 4?

A. Goa

B. Diu

C. Puducherry

D. Lakshadweep

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What is the name of the University Grants Commission's (UGC) new directive aimed at promoting ethical education in India?

A. EduEthics Initiative

B. Values education 2.0

C. EthicsExcel Program

D. Mulya Pravah 2.0

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What is the name of the recently introduced silicon-proven Artificial Intelligence (AI) chip by the Digital University Kerala?

A. Silicon Edge

B. Kerala AI Pro

C. Kairali AI Chip

D. TechSmart AI

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In which Indian state is the government planning to install solar rooftops on 25,000 households in Varanasi within two months, offering substantial subsidies?

A. Bihar

B. Maharashtra

C. Gujarat

D. Uttar Pradesh

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Which city in Chhattisgarh unveiled a Green Corridor system for organ transplants, promising efficient and timely transportation in collaboration with the Government of India and Bangalore?

A. Bilaspur

B. Durg

C. Bhilai

D. Raipur

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Which country successfully launched the Long March-11 carrier rocket?

A. China

B. Russia

C. United States

D. Japan

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Which countries are participating in the 2nd edition of Exercise CYCLONE?

A. India and Egypt

B. India and USA

C. Egypt and Iran

D. India and Iran

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Which digital payment platform app has partnered with NPCI to extend UPI payments globally?

A. Paytm

B. Google Pay

C. PhonePe

D. Amazon Pay

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Who secured a bronze medal at the Grand Prix De France Henri Deglane wrestling tournament in Nice, France?

A. Sushil Kumar

B. Bajrang Punia

C. Ravi Kumar Dahiya

D. Deepak Punia

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Which Indian states are associated with the traditional folk performance, Gangireddu Melam, performed during the Sankranti harvest festival?

A. Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh

B. Telangana and Andhra Pradesh

C. Maharashtra and Punjab

D. Tamil Nadu and Kerala

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Who recently achieved the historic milestone of becoming the first bowler to take 150 wickets in T20 Internationals?

A. Trent Boult

B. Tim Southee

C. Mitchell Starc

D. Jasprit Bumrah

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Which country is set to conduct the joint military exercise Sada Tanseeq with India?

A. United States

B. Saudi Arabia

C. Oman

D. Iran

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Which of the following organizations celebrated its 66th Foundation Day on January 1, 2024?

A. DRDO

B. ISRO

C. HAL

D. IAF

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Which country shares the international border with India where the Free Movement Regime (FMR) is planned to be terminated?

A. Myanmar

B. Bhutan

C. Nepal

D. Bangladesh

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In which Indian state will the world's first health tech and life sciences-focused Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) be established?

A. Maharashtra

B. Telangana

C. Haryana

D. Karnataka

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Who has been appointed as the CEO of the Indian Olympic Association?

A. Suresh Kalmadi

B. Raghuram Iyer

C. Karthik Gupta

D. Bhalindra Singh

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On which date is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day observed annually?

A. January 11

B. February 14

C. March 8

D. April 22