GISAT-1 is a A. Communications Satellite B. Remote Sensing Satellite C. Earth Observation Satellite D. Drone Satellite Explanation: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched its earth observation satellite GISAT-1. Geo Imaging Satellite or GISAT is an Indian imaging satellite class for geostationary orbit with a high temporal resolution, meant for providing near real time imaging […]

How many Indian coastal cities likely to sink due to rising sea level? A. 6 B. 12 C. 18 D. 24 Explanation: According to a report by Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), nearly 12 coastal cities of India sitting on the bank of the Indian coastline are likely to face the wrath of going

When World Elephant Day is celebrated? A. 9 August B. 10 August C. 11 August D. 12 August Explanation: World Elephant Day is celebrated on August 12 each year to spread awareness about the plight of elephants and recognize the importance of elephants in our ecosystem. Over the years, the initiative gained extensive support from

When International Youth Day is observed? A. 9 August B. 10 August C. 11 August D. 12 August Explanation: International Youth Day is observed on August 12 each year to recognise and bring attention to the problems faced by the youth. Each year, the United Nations decides a theme that is relevant to all global

Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Constitution (127th) Amendment Bill? A. The Lok Sabha recently passed the Constitution (127th) Amendment Bill to restore the states’ power to make their own OBC lists. B. The amendment was thought necessary because the SC, in its order on Maratha reservation, upheld the 102nd

Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the criminalization of polity? A. The Supreme court had directed political parties to publish the criminal history, if any, of their election candidates on the homepage of their websites. B. The Supreme court recently ordered the Election Commission of India to launch a dedicated mobile

Recently seen in news, Pusa Decomposer Technology is developed by: A. ICAR-IARI B. CSIR C. Greenpeace D. All of the above Explanation: Government of India recently took some steps for awareness about the new low-cost capsule which can convert the paddy stubble into bio-manure. IARI has licensed this technology to 12 companies for mass multiplication

Which of the following are the measures taken by Union Government to promote Hydro Power Sector? A. Declaring Large Hydro Projects (>25 MW) as Renewable Energy source. B. Tariff rationalization measures for bringing down hydropower tariff. C. Budgetary Support for Flood Moderation/ Storage Hydro Electric Projects (HEPs). D. All of these Explanation: The Government had

Which ministry recently launched loan interest subvention scheme? A. Ministry of Education B. Ministry of Defence C. Ministry of Home Affairs D. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Explanation: GEF-MNRE-UNIDO launched loan interest subvention scheme for demonstration of innovative industrial organic waste to energy biomethanation projects and business models. The industrial organic waste-to-energy bio-methanation projects

Which of the following ministry recently formulated a scheme SMILE? A. Ministry of Home Affairs B. Ministry of Finance C. Ministry of Education D. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Explanation: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has formulated a scheme “SMILE – Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise”. The focus of