1. The National Deworming Day (NDD) is celebrated on which date in India?
[A] February 13
[B] February 10
[C] February 12
[D] February 11
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Correct Answer: B [February 10]
Notes:
The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has observed its 3rd National Deworming Day (NDD) on February 10 to tackle worm infections among pre-school (anganwadi) and school-age children across India. The aim of the NDD is to reach every child, regardless of their socio-economic circumstance. It is the world’s largest deworming programme that covers 340 million children under-19 years of age across 36 states/ UTs. The deworming programme is India’s commitment to a comprehensive national response to the public health threat posed by worms.
2. Which among the following organizations publishes “The New Courier” ?
[A] World Economic Forum
[B] UNESCO
[C] UNICEF
[D] UNDP
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Correct Answer: B [UNESCO]
Notes:
“The New Courier” is published by UNESCO. It has largest and widest-ranging readership of all the journals published by the United Nations and its specialized institutions.
3. World Health day is observed on?
[A] 3rd April
[B] 4th April
[C] 5th April
[D] 7th April
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Correct Answer: D [7th April]
Notes:
The World Health Day (WHD) is observed every year on 7 April to mark the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO)
4. Which among the following has been decided by the government to observe as India Corporate Week ?
[A] First Week of December Every Year
[B] Second Week of December Every Year
[C] Third Week of December Every Year
[D] Last Week of December Every Year
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Correct Answer: C [Third Week of December Every Year]
Notes:
The Indian government has designated the Third Week of December every year to observe India Corporate Week. This initiative aims to promote corporate governance, encourage entrepreneurship, and highlight the contributions of the corporate sector to the economy. The week serves as a platform for discussions on business practices and policies, fostering a better understanding of corporate responsibilities.
5. Which among the following has the motto ‘Unity and Discipline’
[A] National Defense Academy
[B] National Cadet Corps
[C] Border Security Force
[D] CRPF
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Correct Answer: B [National Cadet Corps]
Notes:
The motto of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) is “Unity and Discipline”. This motto reflects the organization’s focus on promoting teamwork and discipline among its members. The NCC is a voluntary organization that seeks to instill a sense of patriotism and national pride in young people, and to develop their physical, mental, and moral abilities through a variety of activities and training programs.
6. Which among the following is an Indian Document / proposal ?
[A] International Convention for the Suppression of Terrorist Bombings
[B] Declaration on Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism.
[C] Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism
[D] Convention against Nuclear Terrorism
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Correct Answer: C [Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism]
Notes:
Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism or, the CCIT is an Indian document, which outlines the definition of terrorism and proposal of anti-terror law submitted to United Nations in the late 90s, which is under discussion for many years.In 2001, India in fact submitted its revised version and has been pitching for its implementation.
7. Bandung Conference which was an important step toward the crystallization of the Non-Aligned Movement was organized by Asian and African states, most of which were newly independent. Which among the following participant of the Bandung Conference in 1955, was not an independent state at that time?
[A] Ceylon
[B] Cyprus
[C] Laos
[D] Liberia
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Correct Answer: B [Cyprus]
Notes:
Please note that Cyprus got independence in 1960, after an agreement in Zurich and London between the United Kingdom, Greece and Turkey
8. COMESA is a regional organization active in which of the following?
[A] South America
[B] Africa
[C] Asia Pacific
[D] Central Asia
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Correct Answer: B [Africa]
Notes:
COMESA- Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa
9. In context with the environment , February 2 is observed as which among the following days?
[A] Earth Day
[B] World Oceans Day
[C] World Water Day
[D] World Wetlands Day
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Correct Answer: D [World Wetlands Day]
Notes:
February 2nd is World Wetlands Day. This day is celebrated annually to raise awareness about the importance of wetlands and how to restore them. It also commemorates the Ramsar Convention, which was signed on February 2nd, 1971 in Ramsar, Iran.
10. Which among the following countries make G-4?
[A] India, South Korea, Brazil and South America
[B] India, Russia, Brazil and South America
[C] India, Russia, Japan and Brazil
[D] India, Japan, Germany and Brazil
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Correct Answer: D [India, Japan, Germany and Brazil]
Notes:
India, Japan, Germany and Brazil are the G4 countries. They are presenting a united front for the permanent seat in the UNSC.
