Tuberculosis in India India has made notable progress in its mission to eliminate tuberculosis (TB), with a 17.7% decline in TB incidence from 2015 to 2023, surpassing the global average. The National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) aims to end TB by 2025, five years ahead of the global 2030 deadline1.
2. PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme The Union Cabinet approved the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, which provides financial support to meritorious students pursuing higher education. The scheme offers collateral-free, guarantor-free loans to cover tuition fees and other expenses2.
3. Maha Kumbh Mela The Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, is set to take place in 2025. The event attracts millions of pilgrims and has significant cultural and economic impacts.
4. Allulose Mill India inaugurated its first Allulose mill, a low-calorie sugar substitute, to cater to the growing demand for healthier food options.
5. Markhor Mapping The Indian government launched a project to map the habitat of the endangered Markhor, a species of wild goat, to aid in conservation efforts.
6. Gravity Energy Storage India announced a new project to develop gravity energy storage systems, which use gravitational potential energy to store and generate electricity.
7. Tuna Cluster The government launched a Tuna Cluster project to boost the fishing industry and create employment opportunities in coastal regions.
8. Mahasagar Agrivoltaic Farming India introduced the Mahasagar Agrivoltaic Farming project, which combines agriculture and solar power generation to optimize land use and increase farmers’ income.
9. Millimeter Wave Transceiver India developed a new millimeter wave transceiver for high-speed wireless communication, enhancing connectivity and communication infrastructure.
10. Proba-3 Space Satellite The Proba-3 space satellite mapping project aims to enhance our understanding of Earth’s atmosphere and space weather.
What percentage decline in TB incidence did India achieve from 2015 to 2023? A) 10.5% B) 15.2% C) 17.7% D) 20.3% Answer: C) 17.7%
2. What is the name of the scheme approved by the Union Cabinet to provide financial support to meritorious students pursuing higher education? A) PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme B) PM Shiksha Scheme C) PM Scholar Scheme D) PM Vidya Scheme Answer: A) PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme
3. Which event is set to take place in 2025 and is known as one of the largest religious gatherings in the world? A) Maha Shivaratri B) Diwali C) Maha Kumbh Mela D) Holi Answer: C) Maha Kumbh Mela
4. What is the name of the low-calorie sugar substitute mill inaugurated in India? A) Stevia Mill B) Aspartame Mill C) Sucralose Mill D) Allulose Mill Answer: D) Allulose Mill
5. What project was launched to map the habitat of the endangered Markhor in India? A) Tiger Trail B) Markhor Mapping C) Wildlife Watch D) Goat Guard Answer: B) Markhor Mapping
6. What type of energy storage system did India announce a new project for? A) Solar Energy Storage B) Wind Energy Storage C) Battery Energy Storage D) Gravity Energy Storage Answer: D) Gravity Energy Storage
7. What project was launched to boost the fishing industry in coastal regions of India? A) Fishery Development Scheme B) Coastal Catch Project C) Tuna Cluster D) Marine Harvest Answer: C) Tuna Cluster
8. What is the Mahasagar Agrivoltaic Farming project combining? A) Aquaculture and Solar Power B) Agriculture and Solar Power C) Wind Farming and Agriculture D) Hydroponics and Wind Energy Answer: B) Agriculture and Solar Power
9. What technology does the new millimeter wave transceiver developed in India enhance? A) Satellite Communication B) High-Speed Wireless Communication C) GPS Navigation D) Radio Broadcasting Answer: B) High-Speed Wireless Communication
10. What is the aim of the Proba-3 space satellite mapping project? A) Mapping ocean floors B) Understanding wildlife migrations C) Enhancing our understanding of Earth’s atmosphere and space weather D) Surveying agricultural lands Answer: C) Enhancing our understanding of Earth’s atmosphere and space weather