1. What is the primary focus of the new rules introduced by the Election Commission?
- Enhancing transparency
- Encouraging political funding
- Reducing election expenses
- Modifying election dates
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Correct Answer: Enhancing transparency
The primary focus of the new rules is to enhance transparency in political party symbol allocation. Ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process is crucial for maintaining the democratic integrity of elections.
2. What do the revised rules for Registered Unorganized Political Parties (RUPPs) mandate?
- Submission of audited accounts for the last three years
- Submission of expenditure statements from the last two elections
- The signature of the authorized office bearer
- All of the above
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Correct Answer: All of the above
The revised rules for RUPPs mandate all the mentioned criteria, ensuring accountability in the allocation of symbols. This step aims to bring more clarity and legitimacy to the political process.
3. What is the objective of the “Prerana Program” launched by the Ministry of Education?
- Enhancing theoretical learning
- Revolutionizing education through experiential learning methodologies
- Reducing school hours
- Focusing on rote learning
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Correct Answer: Revolutionizing education through experiential learning methodologies
The objective of the “Prerana Program” is to revolutionize education through experiential learning methodologies. This signifies a shift towards a more practical and hands-on approach to learning, providing students with a holistic educational experience.
4. Where will the “Prerana Program” be implemented?
- Metropolitan cities
- Rural areas
- Vernacular school in Vadnagar
- International schools
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Correct Answer: Vernacular school in Vadnagar
The program will be implemented at the vernacular school in Vadnagar. The choice of Vadnagar, being the birthplace of the Prime Minister, adds cultural and historical significance to the initiative.
5. What is the primary goal of establishing a domestic Protection and Indemnity (P&I) entity?
- Reducing maritime activities
- Providing shipowners with comprehensive high-risk coverage
- Enhancing international insurers’ presence
- Focusing on maritime regulations
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Correct Answer: Providing shipowners with comprehensive high-risk coverage’
The primary goal of establishing a domestic P&I entity is to provide shipowners with comprehensive high-risk coverage. This strategic move aims to empower the domestic maritime industry and reduce the dependency on international insurers for such coverage.
6. What is the role of the international P&I Club?
- Providing coverage for losses and damages
- Funding domestic P&I entities
- Implementing maritime regulations
- Restricting shipowners’ activities
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Correct Answer: Providing coverage for losses and damages
The international P&I Club plays a crucial role by providing coverage for losses and damages incurred by ships and vessels globally. Shipowners often seek membership in these clubs to safeguard their interests and mitigate financial risks associated with maritime activities on an international scale.
7. What is the Aditya L1 Mission’s primary objective?
- Studying distant galaxies
- Exploring Mars
- Studying the sun up close
- Observing lunar eclipses
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Correct Answer: Studying the sun up close
The primary objective of the Aditya L1 Mission is to study the sun up close. This groundbreaking venture represents India’s commitment to advancing space exploration and understanding celestial phenomena.
8. When is Aditya L1 set to enter the hollow orbit?
- December 31
- January 6
- February 14
- March 21
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Correct Answer: January 6
Aditya L1 is set to enter the hollow orbit on January 6. This marks a significant milestone in solar exploration, as the mission will operate in a space with zero gravitational pull.
9. What is the purpose of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between India and Nepal?
- Strengthening cultural ties
- Addressing the cash crunch in India
- Enhancing energy collaboration
- Encouraging tourism
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Correct Answer: Enhancing energy collaboration
The purpose of the MOU between India and Nepal is to enhance energy collaboration. This collaborative effort aims to address the energy needs of both nations and foster bilateral cooperation.
10. How much electricity does Nepal commit to exporting to India over the next decade?
- 5,000 Megawatts
- 8,000 Megawatts
- 10,000 Megawatts
- 15,000 Megawatts
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Correct Answer: 10,000 Megawatts
Nepal commits to exporting 10,000 Megawatts of electricity to India over the next decade. This initiative signifies a step towards regional energy cooperation to meet the growing power demands in both countries.
11. What does World Braille Day commemorate?
- Invention of the printing press
- Revolutionary communication system for the blind
- Development of the internet
- Introduction of sign language
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Correct Answer: Revolutionary communication system for the blind
World Braille Day commemorates the revolutionary communication system designed to transform the lives of blind individuals. Louis Braille, the French inventor, introduced the tactile writing system, Braille.
12. What does World Braille Day aim to raise awareness about?
- Importance of internet connectivity
- Need for advanced printing technologies
- Critical role of braille in facilitating communication for the visually impaired
- Advancements in sign language
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Correct Answer: Critical role of braille in facilitating communication for the visually impaired
World Braille Day aims to raise awareness about the critical role of braille in facilitating communication for the visually impaired. It serves as a platform to advocate for the full realization of human rights for the blind.
13. What aligns with India’s historic achievement in palm oil exports?
- Launch of a space mission
- Unveiling the National Mission on Edible Oils
- Completion of a railway project
- Signing a trade agreement
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Correct Answer: Unveiling the National Mission on Edible Oils
India’s historic achievement in palm oil exports aligns with the unveiling of the National Mission on Edible Oils. This mission is a significant step towards enhancing self-sufficiency in edible oils.
14. What is the financial outlay of the National Mission on Edible Oils?
- 5,000 crore
- 8,000 crore
- 10,000 crore
- 15,000 crore
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Correct Answer: 10,000 crore
The financial outlay of the National Mission on Edible Oils is 11,040 crore. This substantial investment underscores the importance of boosting palm oil production in India.
15. What is the primary goal of the Smart 2.0 Mission?
- Promoting modern medicine
- Advancing Ayurveda research
- Eliminating traditional practices
- Focusing on homeopathy
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Correct Answer: Advancing Ayurveda research
The primary goal of the Smart 2.0 Mission is to advance Ayurveda research among teaching professionals. This collaborative initiative seeks to generate concrete evidence demonstrating the efficacy and safety of Ayurvedic practices.
16. Who launched the Smart 2.0 Mission?
- Ministry of Education
- Ministry of Health
- Central Council of Research in Ayurvedic Sciences
- National Commission for Indian System of Medicine
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Correct Answer: Central Council of Research in Ayurvedic Sciences
The Smart 2.0 Mission was jointly launched by the Central Council of Research in Ayurvedic Sciences and the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine. This collaborative effort emphasizes the integration of Ayurvedic practices in the field of medicine.
17. What is the notable trend termed as “Reverse Flipping” associated with?
- Stock market trends
- Startup ecosystem
- Real estate market
- International politics
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Correct Answer: Startup ecosystem
The notable trend “Reverse Flipping” is associated with the startup ecosystem. Startups are considering relocating their holding companies to India in anticipation of potential Initial Public Offerings (IPOs).
18. What factors drive startups to consider relocating their holding companies to India?
- Tightening regulatory environment
- Prospects of new IPOs
- Preference for home market
- All of the above
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Correct Answer: All of the above
Startups consider relocating due to the tightening regulatory environment, prospects of new IPOs, and a preference for the home market. The “Reverse Flipping” trend highlights India’s attractiveness in the global startup ecosystem.
Daily Current Affairs – 06 January 2024
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