- Health Ministry’s ‘One Health’ Pavilion Wins Medal at IITF 2024: Imagine walking into a pavilion at a trade fair and being wowed by all the cool, innovative stuff about healthcare in India! That’s what happened at the 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) in New Delhi. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s ‘One Health’ Pavilion was so impressive that it snagged a Special Appreciation Medal for its awesome design and impactful presentation of India’s healthcare initiatives. High-five to the health team!
- Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Campaign Launched: Child marriage is a serious issue, and guess what? There’s a powerful new campaign to tackle it! Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annapurna Devi, launched the “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat” campaign in New Delhi. This campaign aims to stop child marriages and empower young girls. Super inspiring, right?
- Gujarat’s New Policy to Boost Cottage Industries: Gujarat is stepping up its game with the Cottage and Rural Industries Policy 2024-29. This ambitious plan is all about supporting local artisans, preserving traditional handicrafts, and making a mark both in India and globally. Pretty cool for those small businesses!
- India and Japan Talk Economic Security and Trade: It’s always exciting when countries collaborate for the greater good. The first round of the India-Japan Dialogue on Economic Security, Strategic Trade, and Technology took place in Tokyo. Leaders discussed ways to enhance economic security, strengthen supply chain resilience, and push forward emerging technologies. Talk about teamwork!
- Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Eases Monetary Policy: Over in Sri Lanka, the Central Bank decided to give the economy a boost by introducing a single Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 8%. This move aims to support the country’s recovery by easing its monetary policy. Fingers crossed for positive results!
Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with Answers
1. Which ministry’s pavilion won a Special Appreciation Medal at IITF 2024?
- a) Ministry of Education
- b) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
- c) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
- d) Ministry of Women and Child Development
- Answer: b) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
2. What is the aim of the ‘Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat’ campaign?
- a) To promote literacy
- b) To eradicate child marriage
- c) To enhance women’s employment
- d) To support rural development
- Answer: b) To eradicate child marriage
3. Which state introduced the Cottage and Rural Industries Policy 2024-29?
- a) Maharashtra
- b) Karnataka
- c) Gujarat
- d) Tamil Nadu
- Answer: c) Gujarat
4. The first round of the India-Japan Dialogue on Economic Security took place in which city?
- a) New Delhi
- b) Tokyo
- c) Osaka
- d) Mumbai
- Answer: b) Tokyo
5. What is the new Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) introduced by Sri Lanka’s Central Bank?
- a) 6%
- b) 7%
- c) 8%
- d) 9%
- Answer: c) 8%
6. What was the focus of the India-Japan Dialogue on Economic Security?
- a) Cultural exchange programs
- b) Environmental protection
- c) Economic security, supply chain resilience, and emerging technologies
- d) Tourism promotion
- Answer: c) Economic security, supply chain resilience, and emerging technologies
7. Who launched the ‘Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat’ campaign?
- a) Prime Minister of India
- b) Union Minister for Women and Child Development
- c) President of India
- d) Chief Minister of New Delhi
- Answer: b) Union Minister for Women and Child Development
8. At which event did the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s pavilion receive recognition?
- a) India International Trade Fair (IITF)
- b) World Health Summit
- c) International Health Expo
- d) Global Trade Symposium
- Answer: a) India International Trade Fair (IITF)
9. The Cottage and Rural Industries Policy 2024-29 aims to bolster which sector?
- a) IT industry
- b) Automobile industry
- c) Cottage industry and handicrafts
- d) Pharmaceutical industry
- Answer: c) Cottage industry and handicrafts
10. Which country’s central bank introduced a new Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) to support economic recovery?
- a) India
- b) Japan
- c) Sri Lanka
- d) Bangladesh
- Answer: c) Sri Lanka