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What is the conservation status of the Hog Deer according to the IUCN Red List?
What is the conservation status of the Hog Deer according to the IUCN Red List?
- Critically Endangered
- Least Concern
- Vulnerable
- Endangered (correct)
Which product was recently conferred with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag from Odisha?
Which product was recently conferred with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag from Odisha?
- Similipal Kai Chutney
- Koraput Kalajeera Rice (correct)
- Nayagarh Kanteimundi Brinjal
- Dongaria Kondh Shawl
What type of art is represented by the Lanjia Saura paintings?
What type of art is represented by the Lanjia Saura paintings?
- Sculpture
- Wood carving
- Wall mural art (correct)
- Pottery
Which of the following is NOT one of the regions that recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Which of the following is NOT one of the regions that recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Which traditional product is made from the sweet juice of palm known as neera?
Which traditional product is made from the sweet juice of palm known as neera?
Which actor received the Best Supporting Actor award for their role in Oppenheimer?
Which actor received the Best Supporting Actor award for their role in Oppenheimer?
What is the geographic scope of Rajaji National Park and Tiger Reserve?
What is the geographic scope of Rajaji National Park and Tiger Reserve?
Which of the following shawls is traditionally made by the hill tribe Dongaria Kondh?
Which of the following shawls is traditionally made by the hill tribe Dongaria Kondh?
What is the main objective of the Peregrine-1 mission?
What is the main objective of the Peregrine-1 mission?
When is the Peregrine-1 lunar lander scheduled to land?
When is the Peregrine-1 lunar lander scheduled to land?
Which private company operates the Peregrine-1 lunar lander?
Which private company operates the Peregrine-1 lunar lander?
Which country will chair the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in 2024?
Which country will chair the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in 2024?
What type of award did Alluri Sitharama Raju District receive?
What type of award did Alluri Sitharama Raju District receive?
What is the significance of the Peregrine-1 mission?
What is the significance of the Peregrine-1 mission?
Which district received a Silver award for Red Rice?
Which district received a Silver award for Red Rice?
What is the scheduled date for the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee?
What is the scheduled date for the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee?
What is the primary role of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
What is the primary role of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
In which year was the UNESCO World Heritage Committee established?
In which year was the UNESCO World Heritage Committee established?
How many member states are represented in the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
How many member states are represented in the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
During which term was India elected to the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
During which term was India elected to the UNESCO World Heritage Committee?
What award did Araku Coffee receive under the One District One Product scheme in 2023?
What award did Araku Coffee receive under the One District One Product scheme in 2023?
Which country had the highest number of new cancer cases in Asia in 2019?
Which country had the highest number of new cancer cases in Asia in 2019?
According to the Lancet study, where does India rank in terms of cancer deaths in Asia?
According to the Lancet study, where does India rank in terms of cancer deaths in Asia?
What was the leading type of cancer in Asia in 2019?
What was the leading type of cancer in Asia in 2019?
Which aircraft participated in Exercise Sea Dragon 24?
Which aircraft participated in Exercise Sea Dragon 24?
What are the dates of the Startup India Innovation Week in 2024?
What are the dates of the Startup India Innovation Week in 2024?
Which state was the recent discovery of paleolithic quartzite tools found?
Which state was the recent discovery of paleolithic quartzite tools found?
What is the main purpose of organizing Startup India Innovation Week?
What is the main purpose of organizing Startup India Innovation Week?
Which Indian state's harvest festival is known as Suggi?
Which Indian state's harvest festival is known as Suggi?
What significant geological period is associated with the discovered paleolithic tools?
What significant geological period is associated with the discovered paleolithic tools?
Which of the following navies did not participate in Exercise Sea Dragon 24?
Which of the following navies did not participate in Exercise Sea Dragon 24?
What month was National Start-up Day celebrated in 2024?
What month was National Start-up Day celebrated in 2024?
Who co-authored the book "Gandhi: A Life in Three Campaigns" with M.J. Akbar?
Who co-authored the book "Gandhi: A Life in Three Campaigns" with M.J. Akbar?
Which three pivotal campaigns led by Mahatma Gandhi are explored in the mentioned book?
Which three pivotal campaigns led by Mahatma Gandhi are explored in the mentioned book?
Where was the 9th Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival celebrated in 2024?
Where was the 9th Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival celebrated in 2024?
What is the unique feature of the roads built using steel slag in India?
What is the unique feature of the roads built using steel slag in India?
Which organization is coordinating this year's awards related to contributions in Science Technology?
Which organization is coordinating this year's awards related to contributions in Science Technology?
In which Indian city was the first processed steel slag road inaugurated?
In which Indian city was the first processed steel slag road inaugurated?
What was the theme of the Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival held in 2024?
What was the theme of the Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival held in 2024?
Which award is aimed at young scientists with exceptional contributions to Science Technology?
Which award is aimed at young scientists with exceptional contributions to Science Technology?
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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.
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