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Which country recently launched the world's first commercial modular space station?
Who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2024?
Which Indian state topped the NITI Aayog's Health Index for 2024?
What was the theme of World Environment Day in 2024?
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What is the projected fiscal deficit for FY 2024-25 as announced in the Union Budget 2024?
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Which sector received the highest allocation in the Union Budget 2024?
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What is the new income tax exemption limit for individuals under the Union Budget 2024?
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Which initiative was introduced in the Union Budget 2024 to support MSMEs?
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What is the target for India's debt-to-GDP ratio by the end of FY 2025-26?
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Which new tax slab was introduced in the Union Budget 2024?
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What is the total capital expenditure allocated in the Union Budget 2024?
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Which scheme received a significant boost in funding for rural development in the Union Budget 2024?
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What is the projected GDP growth rate for India in FY 2024-25 according to the Union Budget 2024?
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Which new initiative was announced to promote green energy in the Union Budget 2024?
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Which party won the most seats in the 2024 Indian general elections?
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How many seats did the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secure in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections?
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Who is the current Prime Minister of India as of 2024?
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Which coalition did the Indian National Congress (INC) form for the 2024 elections?
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What was the voter turnout percentage in the 2024 Indian general elections?
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Which state had the highest voter turnout in the 2024 Indian general elections?
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Study Notes
Recent Global Developments
- World's First Commercial Modular Space Station: Launched by the United Kingdom.
- 2024 Nobel Peace Prize: Awarded to António Guterres.
- NITI Aayog Health Index: Kerala topped the list in 2024.
- World Environment Day Theme: "Restore Our Earth" was the theme for 2024.
- 2024 Summer Olympics Host: Details were not provided.
Union Budget 2024 Highlights
- Projected Fiscal Deficit for FY 2024-25: Set at 4.9%.
- Highest Allocation Sector: Infrastructure received the largest financial allocation.
- New Income Tax Exemption Limit: Increased to ₹5 lakh for individuals.
- MSME Support Initiative: Introduction of the MSME Growth Fund.
- Debt-to-GDP Ratio Target: Aiming for below 4.5% by FY 2025-26.
- New Tax Slab Introduced: A 25% tax slab was established.
- Total Capital Expenditure: Allocated ₹10 lakh crore.
- Rural Development Scheme Financial Boost: Significant funding allocated to MGNREGA.
- Projected GDP Growth Rate: Estimated at 7.2% for FY 2024-25.
- Green Energy Initiative: National Hydrogen Mission was introduced.
Indian General Elections 2024 Insights
- Winning Party: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured the most seats.
- BJP's Lok Sabha Seats: The party won 240 seats.
- Current Prime Minister: Narendra Modi continues in office as of 2024.
- INC Coalition for Elections: Formed the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).
- Voter Turnout: Recorded at 66.6% during the elections.
- Highest Voter Turnout State: Nagaland achieved the highest turnout.
- Election Phases: The elections were conducted in 7 phases.
- Main Opposition Party: Indian National Congress emerged as the leading opposition.
- Election Commissioner: Rajiv Kumar served during the elections.
- BJP's Stronghold State: Uttar Pradesh saw the highest number of seats won by the BJP.
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Test your knowledge on significant global events that occurred in 2024, including groundbreaking achievements in space exploration, notable awards, and key health statistics. This quiz covers a range of topics from international news, awards, and Indian states' performances.
