National Current Affairs
- India’s First Vertical Lift Rail Bridge: The New Pamban Bridge 🚂: The New Pamban Bridge, India’s first vertical lift railway sea bridge, is replacing the 105-year-old Pamban Bridge to enhance connectivity between the Indian mainland and Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu. This state-of-the-art bridge is designed for speed, safety, and modern train compatibility1.
- Ayush Ministry’s Decadal Milestones Unveiled 🌿: The Ministry of Ayush has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, emerging as a global leader in traditional medicine. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi since its inception in 2014, the Ministry has achieved significant milestones in public health, education, research, and economic growth1.
- UNESCO Declares West Bengal a Top Heritage Tourism Destination 🏛️: West Bengal’s tourism sector has received international recognition with UNESCO declaring it a top destination for heritage tourism. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee emphasized the state’s significant progress in religious, heritage, and tea tourism1. This development has not only boosted tourism but also generated employment for thousands of youth.
International Current Affairs
- India Highlights Green Initiatives at UNCCD COP16 in Riyadh 🌍: India joins 197 nations at the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), which commenced on December 2, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This marks the convention’s first-ever session in West Asia1.
- PRAGATI’s Role in Infrastructure Growth Highlighted by Oxford & Gates Foundation 🏗️: India’s digital governance platform, PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation), has revolutionized the nation’s infrastructure development landscape. A study by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and the Gates Foundation has highlighted the transformative impact of PRAGATI on the nation’s infrastructure, overseeing $205 billion worth of projects
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) with Answers 📝
1. What is India’s first vertical lift railway sea bridge called?
- a) Howrah Bridge
- b) Pamban Bridge
- c) New Pamban Bridge
- d) Konkan Bridge
- Answer: c) New Pamban Bridge
2. What transformation has the Ministry of Ayush undergone over the past decade?
- a) Global leader in traditional medicine
- b) Leader in digital technology
- c) Pioneer in environmental conservation
- d) Innovator in space research
- Answer: a) Global leader in traditional medicine
3. Which state has been declared a top heritage tourism destination by UNESCO?
- a) Tamil Nadu
- b) Kerala
- c) West Bengal
- d) Rajasthan
- Answer: c) West Bengal
4. Where is the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) under the UNCCD being held?
- a) Paris
- b) New Delhi
- c) Riyadh
- d) Tokyo
- Answer: c) Riyadh
5. What is PRAGATI known for in India?
- a) Environmental conservation
- b) Infrastructure development
- c) Agricultural advancements
- d) Space exploration
- Answer: b) Infrastructure development