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Where was the 3-day Kisan Mela, promoting medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) cultivation, inaugurated by Dr. Himanshu Pathak?

A. Gujarat

B. Rajasthan

C. Maharashtra

D. Madhya Pradesh

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A. Gujarat


Dr Himanshu Pathak inaugurated the 3-day Kisan Mela in Anand, Gujarat, organized by ICAR-DMAPR, focusing on promoting medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) cultivation. The event witnessed the participation of more than 2000 farmers, including a significant number of women farmers, and the signing of two MoUs with M/s Vasu Research Centre and Healthcare, Vadodara.

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Who inaugurated the Tur Dal Procurement Portal, allowing farmers to register and sell their produce at MSP or market rates to NAFED and NCCF?

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Who clinched the gold medal at the Asian Marathon Championships 2024 in Hong Kong, marking a historic moment for Indian athletics?

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C. Geetika Mehta

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Which city set a world record with the longest solar light line installation?

A. Ayodhya

B. Mathura

C. Varanasi

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On which date is the International Day of Clean Energy observed?

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C. January 26

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Which digital payments app recently secured a payment aggregator (PA) license from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for e-commerce transactions?

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What is the recent professional role taken up by Sheel Vardhan Singh?

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What has the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (PNHZP), West Bengal, been internationally recognized for by the World Association for Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA)?

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In 2024, which country will chair the UNESCO World Heritage Committee and host its 46th session?

A. China

B. India

C. France

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Which National Highway witnessed the inauguration of the first steel slag road, converting steel industry waste into a resource for construction?

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C. NH-30 Kolkata-Patna

D. NH-22 Chandigarh-Manali

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Which Indian oil and gas company received government approval to establish a subsidiary for green energy initiatives?

A. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation

B. Reliance Industries Limited

C. Indian Oil Corporation Limited

D. Adani Green Energy Limited

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What is the name of the missile that DRDO successfully tested, showcasing its capability to intercept high-speed unmanned aerial targets at very low altitudes?

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With which country has Qatar finalized a 15-year LNG Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) to bolster energy ties?

A. Bangladesh

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With which institution has Hyundai Motor India Ltd partnered to establish a 'Hydrogen Innovation Valley' in Tamil Nadu?

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Which Indian state leads in poverty reduction, with 5.94 crore people escaping multidimensional poverty according to the NITI Aayog report?

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C. Bihar

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Which bank recently achieved the milestone of issuing 20 million active credit cards in India?

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B. State Bank of India

C. Axis Bank

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Who has been appointed as Indias ambassador to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in Geneva?

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Which Indian state launched the 'Paying Guest' scheme to boost tourism experiences?

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Which organization signed a deal with the Indian government for the acquisition of 14 Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) for the Indian Coast Guard?

A. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders

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C. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited

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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

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Which company won the CII National Award for Excellence in Water Management and has set a goal to become 500% water-positive by 2025?

A. Bajaj Auto

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Which media company has signed a four-year media rights deal with the International Hockey Federation (FIH) covering the period 2023-2027?

A. Sony Pictures Networks

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Which Indian firm achieved the first ISO 27001:2022 certification?

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B. Indian Oil Corporation

C. Reliance Industries Limited

D. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited

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In a recent announcement, which state has reduced the age limit for old-age pensions from 60 to 50, with a focus on tribals and Dalits?

A. Maharashtra

B. Gujarat

C. Punjab

D. Jharkhand

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When is the International Day of Education 2024 celebrated?

A. January 24

B. February 15

C. March 8

D. January 12

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Which organization has financed 80% of the total project cost of Atal Setu, the longest bridge in India?

A. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

B. International Finance Corporation (IFC)

C. Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

D. European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

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Which institute hosted the 2nd edition of 'IInvenTiv' inaugurated by Shri Pradhan?

A. IIT Bombay

B. IIT Delhi

C. IIT Kanpur

D. IIT Hyderabad

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In the joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone 2024,' which two nations are collaborating to enhance interoperability?

A. India and Oman

B. India and UAE

C. India and Saudi Arabia

D. India and Qatar