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What was the primary goal of the Krishonnathy Scheme?

  • To achieve self-sufficiency in food security (correct)
  • To increase the import of agricultural products
  • To reduce the number of agricultural schemes in India
  • To promote international trade in crops
  • Which monetary notes were demonetized in 2016?

  • Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 (correct)
  • Rs 1,000 and Rs 5,000
  • Rs 2,000 and Rs 10,000
  • Rs 100 and Rs 500
  • Which of the following schemes was introduced to support sustainable agriculture?

  • Prime Minister's National Agricultural Development Scheme (correct)
  • Indian Rupee Problems and Solutions
  • Ayushman Sahakar Scheme
  • Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi
  • How many state-of-the-art research instruments will the spacecraft carry?

    <p>19</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the Reserve Bank of India nationalized?

    <p>1949</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language was first declared as a Classical language in India?

    <p>Tamil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scheme is primarily aimed at increasing domestic oilseed production?

    <p>Krishonnathy Scheme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the projected annual efficiency goal for Uttarakhand's electricity by 2030?

    <p>65%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiative does the 'Jal Hi AMRIT' program fall under?

    <p>Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the SATHI website mentioned in the agricultural schemes?

    <p>To ensure timely availability of quality seeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the AMRUT scheme launched?

    <p>2015</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual took charge as the first woman director of the Indian Army Medical Services?

    <p>Arthi Sarin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the AMRUT 2.0 scheme expected to last?

    <p>5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did the Reserve Bank of India shift its head office from Calcutta to Mumbai?

    <p>1937</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which countries contributed to the design of the 3 devices for the spacecraft?

    <p>India, Russia, Germany, and Sweden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the spacecraft scheduled to be launched?

    <p>March 29, 2028</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiative does the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (PMTB MBA) aim to achieve?

    <p>Elimination of tuberculosis as a public health problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Trachoma?

    <p>Bacterial infection by Chlamydia Trachomatis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which program was initiated in India to monitor trachoma cases post-elimination declaration?

    <p>National Program for Control of Blindness &amp; Visual Impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tribes was recently recognized with caste certificates in Maharashtra?

    <p>Katkari tribe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people worldwide are estimated to be affected by Trachoma according to WHO?

    <p>150 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the full form of UMANG?

    <p>Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant health milestone did India achieve concerning Trachoma in 2017?

    <p>Declared free from infective Trachoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key initiative of the Government of India launched in 1963 regarding Trachoma?

    <p>National Trachoma Control Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the model legislative assembly and parliament being held for students?

    <p>Improving political knowledge and leadership skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Ramsar sites does Tamil Nadu currently have?

    <p>18</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant milestone did India achieve in relation to Ramsar sites in August 2022?

    <p>Increased to 75 sites.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the theme of this year's World Wetlands Day?

    <p>Wetlands: Human Welfare.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of the four new schemes launched in Tamil Nadu?

    <p>Eliminating maternal and child mortality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiative has been launched to assist in monitoring development for infants?

    <p>Special centers in designated locations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological support is provided for preterm and low-birth-weight infants?

    <p>Technology-assisted continuous monitoring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the change in the child mortality rate in Tamil Nadu over the last three years?

    <p>Decreased from 10.2 to 8 per 1,000 births.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant achievement did Chandrayaan-3 accomplish?

    <p>It became the first mission to land on the Moon's South Pole.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who served as the project director for Chandrayaan-2?

    <p>Muthayya Vanitha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mission is Chandrayaan-5 a joint project with?

    <p>Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the duration of Chandrayaan-1's orbit around the Moon?

    <p>312 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Chandrayaan-4 mission?

    <p>To bring lunar minerals back to India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the ISRO chairman mentioned in relation to the Chandrayaan-5 project?

    <p>Somanath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Chandrayaan-3 launched?

    <p>July 14, 2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was unique about Chandrayaan-2's landing attempt?

    <p>The lander crashed and was damaged.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key reason for the nationalization of the coal industry according to the 1982 judgement?

    <p>To reorganize the coal industry for public welfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primary function was associated with the Aadhaar card based on the Supreme Court's ruling?

    <p>To provide a unique and verifiable identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target demographic for the New India Literacy Programme (NILP)?

    <p>Non-literates aged 15 years and above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the 31st edition of the Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) held?

    <p>October 2024</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event does SAMAGAM primarily recognize and promote?

    <p>Contributions of senior citizens to society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which port was designated as India's 13th major port?

    <p>Galathea Bay port</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the New India Literacy Programme (NILP) launched?

    <p>April 2022</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial name of the Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) when it started?

    <p>Exercise Lion King</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant feature distinguishes the Indra rocket from other rockets being developed?

    <p>Its ability to carry 20 tonnes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which film won the Most Awards at the 70th National Film Awards?

    <p>Ponniyin Selvan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the established pension range offered under the Atal Pension Yojana?

    <p>Rs. 1000 to Rs. 5000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the Atal Pension Yojana officially become operational?

    <p>1st June 2015</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the previous scheme that the Atal Pension Yojana replaced?

    <p>Swavalamban Yojana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Fifth and Sixth Schedules of the Constitution of India?

    <p>To protect the rights of tribals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who presented the National Awards at the 70th National Film Awards ceremony?

    <p>President of India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What notable achievement is associated with A.R. Rahman concerning the National Film Awards?

    <p>He received the Best Music Director award for the seventh time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Tamil Nadu Startup Policy 2018?

    <p>To support entrepreneurs and startups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which months are the Glossy ibis typically present in Tamil Nadu?

    <p>September to February</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature will the TN ALERT app provide to its users?

    <p>Weather forecasts and warnings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the historical significance of the ancient potteries found near Marandaalli?

    <p>They date back to 3,500 years ago.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many phases of excavation are planned for Keezhadi by the Tamil Nadu Archaeology Department?

    <p>Ten phases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which district is not listed as a location for ongoing excavations by the Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology?

    <p>Tirunelveli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the STARTUP TN initiative?

    <p>To assist entrepreneurs in launching startups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant environmental factor leading to the Glossy ibis migrating to Tamil Nadu?

    <p>High water levels in delta districts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total height of the Thiruvalluvar statue, including its pedestal?

    <p>133 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for sculpting the Thiruvalluvar statue?

    <p>Ganapati Sthapati</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the Thiruvalluvar statue opened to the public?

    <p>2000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which initiative aims to provide nutritional support to individuals affected by tuberculosis in India?

    <p>Energy Dense Nutritional Supplementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 38-foot-long pedestal of the Thiruvalluvar statue represent?

    <p>The chapters in Arathupal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the total height of 133 feet in relation to Thirukkural?

    <p>It corresponds to the number of chapters in Tirukkural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What bacterial infection is responsible for Trachoma?

    <p>Chlamydia trachomatis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was India declared free from infective Trachoma?

    <p>2017</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first person credited with publishing the Tirukkural?

    <p>Gnanaprakasaam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant action was taken by the Government of India in response to Trachoma?

    <p>National Trachoma Control Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary structure of the Tirukkural?

    <p>Kural Venbas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the UMANG application?

    <p>Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which date is celebrated as Thiruvalluvar Day in Tamil Nadu?

    <p>15th January</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following communities is predominantly known for living in poor environmental conditions and is related to Trachoma?

    <p>Tribal Populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary objective of the National Trachomatous Trichiasis Survey?

    <p>Estimate Blindness Prevalence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scheme was introduced to facilitate caste certifications in India?

    <p>Special Caste Certification Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum age a Chairperson can serve in the National Human Rights Commission?

    <p>70 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period does the 'Megalithic' burial site at Totalathur primarily represent?

    <p>Iron Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which institution led the recent research identifying a new approach for cancer treatment targeting TDP1?

    <p>Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of the 'Gati Shakti' National Programme?

    <p>To achieve a developed India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the National Human Rights Commission established?

    <p>October 12, 1993</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the current Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission?

    <p>Vijaya Bharathi Sayani</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the National Human Rights Commission headquartered?

    <p>New Delhi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the burial mounds in the Totalathur excavation site?

    <p>They are from the Megalithic period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary structure that comprises the new spacecraft missions set to launch by 2028?

    <p>Habitat module and command module</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique identifier is associated with the Digitization of Land Records in rural India?

    <p>Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was the 21st Livestock Census launched?

    <p>2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key initiatives under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme?

    <p>National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approximate percentage of land records in rural India has been digitized since 2016?

    <p>95%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often is the Livestock Census conducted?

    <p>Every five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intended completion year for the expansion of the new spacecraft missions?

    <p>2035</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bank has been recognized as India's Best Bank for 2024?

    <p>State Bank of India (SBI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the New India Literacy Programme (NILP)?

    <p>Improving adult literacy in all demographics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the Tamil Nadu State Election Commission?

    <p>It operates independently of the Tamil Nadu government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of snakebite envenomation in the context of public health?

    <p>It predominantly affects individuals in tropical regions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does Archana Patnaik hold historically in Tamil Nadu?

    <p>First woman to be appointed as Chief Electoral Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people worldwide are estimated to suffer from snakebites annually?

    <p>About 5 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which articles from the Constitution of India govern the operations of the Tamil Nadu State Election Commission?

    <p>Articles 243-K and 243-ZA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the year of establishment for the Tamil Nadu State Election Commission?

    <p>1994</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major public health issue did the World Health Organization prioritize as a neglected tropical disease in 2017?

    <p>Snakebite envenomation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the height of the Thiruvalluvar statue, including its pedestal?

    <p>133 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan primarily aim to achieve?

    <p>Eliminate tuberculosis as a public health problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the composition of Tirukkural?

    <p>Three parts, totaling 133 chapters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant action did Ganapati Sthapati undertake for the Thiruvalluvar statue?

    <p>He sculpted the statue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the condition caused by Chlamydia Trachomatis?

    <p>It causes irreversible blindness if untreated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the year of Thiruvalluvar calculated according to the provided information?

    <p>By adding 31 to the English year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Trachoma considered a neglected tropical disease by WHO?

    <p>It is primarily found in communities with poor environmental conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the significant milestones achieved by India regarding Trachoma in 2017?

    <p>India was declared free from infective Trachoma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following names is NOT associated with Thiruvalluvar?

    <p>Munanthar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which districts of India is the Katkari tribe primarily found?

    <p>Pune, Raigad, and Thane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique feature distinguishes the UMANG app?

    <p>It serves as a unified app for various government services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was the Thiruvalluvar statue opened to the public?

    <p>2000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first person to publish Tirukkural?

    <p>Gnanaprakasaam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ongoing initiative was mandated by WHO following India's declaration regarding Trachoma?

    <p>Continuing surveillance for trachoma cases in all districts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people worldwide are estimated to be affected by Trachoma?

    <p>150 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Pudhumai Penn Scheme?

    <p>To support girls pursuing higher education with financial assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How frequently is the Grama Sabha held in Tamil Nadu?

    <p>Once every two months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an objective of the Pudhumai Penn Scheme?

    <p>To reduce the dropout rate of boys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which emergency helpline number is designated for Child Protection?

    <p>1098</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section describes the Constitution of Panchayats?

    <p>Section 243B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the amount of monthly stipend provided under the Pudhumai Penn Scheme?

    <p>Rs. 1000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What day is celebrated as Local Bodies Day in Tamil Nadu?

    <p>November 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is NOT included as an emergency helpline?

    <p>Emergency Medical Services - 1075</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum loan amount that can be obtained under the MUDRA scheme?

    <p>Rs. 20 lakh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of MUDRA loan is specifically designed for amounts above INR 50,000 and up to INR 5 lakhs?

    <p>Kishore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant financial benefit is expected for Indian ports due to the ICTP?

    <p>Savings of up to $220 million annually in transshipment charges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the indigenous content percentage designed for the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC)?

    <p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for financing under the MUDRA scheme?

    <p>Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency (MUDRA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was 'Abhay', the seventh ASW SWC ship, launched?

    <p>25 Oct 2024</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total amount approved by the Union Cabinet to support Indian space start-ups?

    <p>Rs. 1,000 crore</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the venture capital fund launched under IN-SPACe?

    <p>To support about 40 space start-ups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept does bioenergy agriculture incorporate to enhance crop production?

    <p>Natural almanacs guided by the seasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a focus of the conference 'Shaping India's Future Bioenergy Agriculture'?

    <p>Increasing reliance on chemical fertilizers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the e-SHRAM initiative?

    <p>To act as a one-stop solution for unorganized workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of bioenergy agriculture is emphasized by the Indian Bio-Shakti Agriculture Association?

    <p>Holistic farming practices avoiding chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical event is being commemorated during the conference on bioenergy agriculture?

    <p>The 100th anniversary of Dr. Rudolf Steiner's speech</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) primarily aim to achieve?

    <p>Connecting remote areas through domestic flights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who received recognition for contributions to the Chandrayaan 3 project?

    <p>ISRO Chairman S. Somnath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ministry is responsible for the e-SHRAM initiative?

    <p>Ministry of Labour &amp; Employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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