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Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 13, 2024

December 13, 2024

1. Which state government has launched the Indira Gandhi Sukh Shiksha Yojana? [A] Himachal Pradesh[B] Gujarat[C] Punjab[D] Odisha Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Himachal Pradesh] Notes:Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched six welfare schemes on his government’s two-year completion. ..

Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Controversy

December 12, 2024

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump aims to end birthright citizenship, which could impact millions, especially Indian Americans. Approximately 1.6 million Indian Americans born in the U.S. may be affected. The 14th Amendment currently guarantees automatic citizenship to anyone born on U.S. ..

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Elon Musk Reaches Historic $400 Billion Net Worth

December 12, 2024

Elon Musk is the first person to achieve a net worth of $400 billion, a milestone driven by financial moves and political developments. Musk sold shares of SpaceX, which greatly increased his wealth, and the recent U.S. election results also ..

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22nd Divya Kala Mela

December 12, 2024

The 22nd Divya Kala Mela will occur from December 12 to December 22, 2024, at India Gate, New Delhi. The event celebrates the creativity of Divyang artisans and entrepreneurs and aims to empower persons with disabilities through visibility and opportunity. ..

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National Panchayat Awards 2024

December 12, 2024

The National Panchayat Awards 2024 honored 45 exemplary Panchayats, and took place on December 11, 2024, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, presided over by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu. The Hon’ble Union Minister of Panchayati Raj, Shri ..

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Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024 – Progress Update

December 12, 2024

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is actively reviewing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, held to gather diverse opinions, and aims to ensure effective reforms in Waqf property management. Committee Composition The JPC consists of 31 members, including 21 Lok Sabha ..

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India to Launch ‘Bharat Antariksha Station’ by 2035

December 12, 2024

The announcement of the ‘Bharat Antariksha Station’ marks a milestone, and is expected to be operational by 2035. An Indian astronaut is also anticipated to land on the moon by 2040, which reflects India’s growing capabilities in space technology. Bharat ..

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India and Nicaragua Sign Impactful Agreement

December 12, 2024

India and Nicaragua recently signed an agreement to implement Quick Impact Projects (QIPs), which took place in Managua, Nicaragua’s capital. Indian Ambassador Sumit Seth and Nicaragua’s Foreign Minister Valdrack Jaentschke signed the agreement, enhancing local communities through various initiatives. Purpose ..

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