Questions and Answers
What is the conservation status of the Hog Deer according to the IUCN Red List?
Which product was recently conferred with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag from Odisha?
What type of art is represented by the Lanjia Saura paintings?
Which of the following is NOT one of the regions that recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Signup and view all the answers
Which traditional product is made from the sweet juice of palm known as neera?
Signup and view all the answers
Which actor received the Best Supporting Actor award for their role in Oppenheimer?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the geographic scope of Rajaji National Park and Tiger Reserve?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following shawls is traditionally made by the hill tribe Dongaria Kondh?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the main objective of the Peregrine-1 mission?
Signup and view all the answers
When is the Peregrine-1 lunar lander scheduled to land?
Signup and view all the answers
Which private company operates the Peregrine-1 lunar lander?
Signup and view all the answers
Which country will chair the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in 2024?
Signup and view all the answers
What type of award did Alluri Sitharama Raju District receive?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the significance of the Peregrine-1 mission?
Signup and view all the answers
Which district received a Silver award for Red Rice?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the scheduled date for the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the primary role of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
Signup and view all the answers
In which year was the UNESCO World Heritage Committee established?
Signup and view all the answers
How many member states are represented in the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
Signup and view all the answers
During which term was India elected to the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
Signup and view all the answers
What award did Araku Coffee receive under the One District One Product scheme in 2023?
Signup and view all the answers
Which country had the highest number of new cancer cases in Asia in 2019?
Signup and view all the answers
According to the Lancet study, where does India rank in terms of cancer deaths in Asia?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the leading type of cancer in Asia in 2019?
Signup and view all the answers
Which aircraft participated in Exercise Sea Dragon 24?
Signup and view all the answers
What are the dates of the Startup India Innovation Week in 2024?
Signup and view all the answers
Which state was the recent discovery of paleolithic quartzite tools found?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the main purpose of organizing Startup India Innovation Week?
Signup and view all the answers
Which Indian state's harvest festival is known as Suggi?
Signup and view all the answers
What significant geological period is associated with the discovered paleolithic tools?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following navies did not participate in Exercise Sea Dragon 24?
Signup and view all the answers
What month was National Start-up Day celebrated in 2024?
Signup and view all the answers
Who co-authored the book "Gandhi: A Life in Three Campaigns" with M.J. Akbar?
Signup and view all the answers
Which three pivotal campaigns led by Mahatma Gandhi are explored in the mentioned book?
Signup and view all the answers
Where was the 9th Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival celebrated in 2024?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the unique feature of the roads built using steel slag in India?
Signup and view all the answers
Which organization is coordinating this year's awards related to contributions in Science Technology?
Signup and view all the answers
In which Indian city was the first processed steel slag road inaugurated?
Signup and view all the answers
What was the theme of the Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival held in 2024?
Signup and view all the answers
Which award is aimed at young scientists with exceptional contributions to Science Technology?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Peregrine-1 Mission
- Launch date: January 8, 2024, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida.
- First private lunar mission and the first U.S. lunar launch in over 50 years.
- Operated by the private company Astrobotic.
- Scheduled to land on February 23, 2024, aiming to study the Moon’s surface for future human missions.
Districts Awards (Agriculture and Non-Agriculture)
- One District One Product (ODOP) Awards 2023 highlights local products:
- Gold for Araku Coffee from Alluri Sitharama Raju, Andhra Pradesh.
- Silver for Red Rice from Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand.
- Non-Agriculture awards include:
- Gold for Uppada Jamdani Saree from Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
- Silver for Shazar Stone from Banda, Uttar Pradesh.
UNESCO World Heritage Committee
- India will host the 46th session from July 21-31, 2024, in New Delhi.
- Committee selects and protects cultural and natural landmarks globally.
- Established in 1972, consisting of 21 member states.
- India is a member from 2021-2025.
Cancer Statistics in Asia
- India ranks second in cancer deaths in Asia, following China.
- 12 lakh new cancer cases and 9.3 lakh deaths reported in India in 2019.
- Leading cancers include tracheal, bronchus, lung, breast, and colon cancers.
Geographical Indications and Traditional Products
- Over 17 products received Geographical Indication (GI) tags recently.
- Notable products include:
- Koraput Kalajeera Rice from Odisha.
- Dongaria Kondh shawl from the hill tribe in Odisha.
- Various unique food items recognized across India.
Conservation Status of the Hog Deer
- Classified as endangered according to the IUCN Red List.
- Protected under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972.
Indian Navy Exercise Sea Dragon 24
- P-8I aircraft participated in Exercise Sea Dragon 24, held in Guam, USA.
Startup India Innovation Week 2024
- Scheduled from January 10-18, 2024, celebrating the Indian startup ecosystem.
- Focused on engaging stakeholders and supporting innovation.
- Coincides with National Startup Day on January 16.
Historical Archaeological Discovery
- Paleolithic quartzite tools discovered in Mulugu district, Telangana.
- Tools date back approximately 30 lakh years, signifying ancient human activity.
Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival
- Celebrated from January 18-20, 2024, in Seijosa, Arunachal Pradesh.
- Theme: "Let Our Hornbills Remain".
Infrastructure Development: Steel Slag Roads
- India's first processed steel slag road inaugurated on Mumbai-Goa National Highway.
- Steel slag roads are an eco-friendly alternative, enhancing road durability and sustainability.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge with this quiz on CA Objective Questions from January 2024. Focused on various topics including agriculture and district awards, this quiz challenges your understanding of key concepts. Get ready to enhance your preparation for competitive exams!
