Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 3-4, 2024
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1. Recently, which state government has decided to establish a State Water Information Centre (SWIC)?
[A] Bihar
[B] Odisha
[C] Gujarat
[D] Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: B [Odisha]
Notes:
The Odisha government is establishing the State Water Information Centre (SWIC) to coordinate, store, and disseminate water resource data. Operating under the Water Resources Department, it aims to maintain a comprehensive repository of hydro-meteorological data for Odisha. The center will be staffed with experts in water resources management and data handling. Additionally, the approval for contractual supervisors will enhance service delivery in Internal Child Development Services in Odisha.
2. Sindri Fertiliser Plant, recently seen in the news, is located in which state?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: A [Jharkhand]
Notes:
PM Modi dedicated the HURL Sindri Fertilizer Plant in Jharkhand on March 1, 2024, addressing India’s urea demand. The nation requires 360 lakh metric tons yearly, but in 2014, produced only 225 lakh metric tons. Thanks to government efforts, production increased to 310 lakh metric tons in the last decade. Modi revealed plans to revive more plants by 2025, ensuring affordable fertilizers for farmers and generating employment opportunities for local youth, including the Talcher Fertilizer Plant.
3. Recently, which state became the first state to issue five crore Ayushman cards under AB-PMJAY?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: C [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh has marked a milestone by issuing 5 crore Ayushman cards, making it the first state to do so under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. The state boasts 50,017,920 issued cards, benefiting 74,382,304 individuals across 3,716 hospitals. With 3,481,252 health claims filed, an impressive 92.48% were settled, reflecting the scheme’s success. Sangeeta Singh, CEO of the State Agency for Comprehensive Health, credits the achievement to continuous support from the National Health Authority and the dedication of various healthcare workers.
4. Amrabad Tiger Reserve, recently seen in the news, is located in which state?
[A] Telangana
[B] Kerala
[C] Karnataka
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: A [Telangana]
Notes:
The leopard population in Amrabad Tiger Reserve, Telangana, has significantly increased, as per the recent ‘Status of Leopards in India’ report. Spanning 2611.4 sq km, it is one of India’s largest tiger reserves and the second-largest in core area. Originally part of Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve, Amrabad Tiger Reserve emerged post-state bifurcation. Situated in Nagarkurnool and Nalgonda districts, it encompasses Nallamala Forest and vital water sources like Srishailam Dam and Nagarjunsagar Dam, fed by Krishna River.
5. Where was the 66th meeting of Network Planning Group (NPG) held?
[A] Chennai
[B] New Delhi
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Jaipur
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Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Notes:
The 66th Network Planning Group (NPG) meeting in New Delhi, chaired by the Additional Secretary of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, assessed three projects from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and two from the Ministry of Railways. The Integrated Multimodal NPG oversees unified planning and integration for connectivity infrastructure ministries, facilitating stakeholder interactions. It guides departments in creating economic zones and connectivity infrastructure, aligning with the National Master Plan objectives to minimize disruptions and enhance efficiency in national infrastructure projects.
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