51. Which day is observed as ‘World Refugee Day’ every year?
[A] 19 June
[B] 20 June
[C] 21 June
[D] 22 June
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Correct Answer: B [20 June]
Notes:
World Refugee Day is celebrated annually on June 20 to raise awareness about refugees’ plight and promote their inclusion. The 2024 theme is “For a World Where Refugees Are Welcomed.” Established in 2001 to mark the 1951 Refugee Convention’s 50th anniversary, it underscores international cooperation. Refugees flee due to conflict, persecution, and violence, highlighting the need for global solidarity and lasting solutions to the refugee crisis.
52. Which day is observed as Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) day every year?
[A] 26 June
[B] 27 June
[C] 28 June
[D] 29 June
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Correct Answer: B [27 June]
Notes:
Since 2017, June 27 has been observed as Micro Small Medium Enterprise (MSME) Day, recognizing the sector’s role in economic development and employment. MSMEs account for 90% of businesses, 60-70% of employment, and 50% of GDP globally. The United Nations General Assembly established MSME Day on April 6, 2017. The 2024 theme is “MSMEs and the SDG,” focusing on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
53. Which day is observed as ‘Goods and Services Tax (GST) Day’ every year?
[A] 1 July
[B] 2 July
[C] 3 July
[D] 4 July
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Correct Answer: A [1 July]
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Goods and Services Tax (GST) Day, observed annually on July 1, commemorates the implementation of India’s transformative tax system. The 2024 celebration marks the seventh anniversary of GST, introduced to simplify the complex tax structure previously managed by central and state governments. GST revolutionized India’s fiscal landscape, significantly impacting the economy by streamlining indirect taxes and fostering economic efficiency.
54. Recently, where was the 25th Prime Minister’s Science, Technology & Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC) meeting held?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Chennai
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]
Notes:
The 25th Prime Minister’s Science, Technology & Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC) meeting, chaired by Professor Ajay Kumar Sood on July 9, 2024 in New Delhi, reviewed various science and technology initiatives. Established in 2018, PM-STIAC advises on strategic matters, formulates missions like Deep Ocean Exploration, AI, National Quantum, Electric Vehicle, and AGNIi missions, and oversees their implementation across government agencies to advance India’s scientific and technological capabilities.
55. Which day is observed as ‘World Malala’ Day every year?
[A] 11 July
[B] 12 July
[C] 13 July
[D] 14 July
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Correct Answer: B [12 July]
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World Malala Day, celebrated on July 12th, honors Malala Yousafzai’s advocacy for women’s and children’s rights. Born on July 12, 1997, in Pakistan, Malala survived a Taliban assassination attempt in 2012. She gained global recognition, speaking at the UN on her 16th birthday, being named one of TIME’s most influential people in 2013, and winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014. She continues her education and activism from Birmingham.
56. Which day is observed as ‘National Broadcasting Day’ every year?
[A] 22 July
[B] 23 July
[C] 24 July
[D] 25 July
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Correct Answer: B [23 July]
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National Broadcasting Day is celebrated in India every July 23, marking the start of radio broadcasting on this day in 1927 by the Indian Broadcasting Company from Bombay. Renamed All India Radio (AIR) in 1936, it grew into one of the world’s largest networks. Radio has been vital in connecting India, offering news, music, and stories, and playing a key role in historical events like the freedom struggle.
57. Which day is observed as ‘World Day Against Trafficking in Persons’ every year?
[A] 28 July
[B] 29 July
[C] 30 July
[D] 31 July
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Correct Answer: C [30 July]
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World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, observed on July 30th, aims to raise awareness and protect the rights of human trafficking victims. The 2024 theme is “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking.” Established by the UN in 2010, the Global Plan of Action urges worldwide efforts against trafficking and includes setting up a UN Voluntary Trust Fund for victims. A high-level meeting in 2013 focused on advancing this plan.
58. Recently, where was the ‘Tech Leaders Forum of India (TELFI)’ launched?
[A] London
[B] Paris
[C] Moscow
[D] Dubai
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Correct Answer: D [Dubai]
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The Tech Leaders Forum of India (TELFI) was launched at the World Education Conference 2024 in Dubai, hosted by Federation of Economic Development Association (FEDA). TELFI aims to empower engineers with resources, knowledge, and networking opportunities through webinars, workshops, and training. Dr. E. Syed Mohamed, President of TELFI, emphasized its role in fostering innovation and professional growth in India’s engineering sector. The conference featured over 150 attendees from diverse academic fields.
59. Ministry of Culture recently hosted ‘State Museum Conclave’ at which place?
[A] Udaipur, Rajasthan
[B] Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
[C] Bhopal, MP
[D] Ayodhya, UP
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Correct Answer: B [Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi]
Notes:
Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat inaugurated the ‘State Museum Conclave on the upcoming Yuga Yugeen Bharat Museum’ in New Delhi. The event aims to gather insights from stakeholders to develop a world-class museum. Minister highlighted India’s growing global interest and the need to showcase its heritage. The Yuga Yugeen Bharat Museum, part of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project, will be the world’s largest museum.
60. Recently, where was the 5th meeting of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) Joint Committee held?
[A] Jakarta
[B] New Delhi
[C] Moscow
[D] Beijing
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Correct Answer: A [Jakarta ]
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The fifth ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) Joint Committee meeting in Jakarta from July 29 to August 1, 2024, aimed to enhance economic cooperation between ASEAN and India by reviewing the 2009 AITIGA. ASEAN is a key trade partner for India, with significant trade volumes and a notable trade deficit. The meeting focused on improving the trade agreement and fostering deeper economic collaboration.