Current Affairs Quiz Question And Answers #51

Note: The correct answer is c) Ministry of Shipping. The Ministry of Shipping announced a project to install Transponders
in sea vessels to enhance safety and security measures in maritime activities. This initiative aims to improve monitoring
and management of vessel movements in Indian waters, thereby contributing to maritime safety and security.

Note: The correct answer is a) Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh government approved the MSME (Facilitation of Establishment
& Operation) Rules, 2023, to streamline and facilitate the establishment and operation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises
(MSMEs) in the state. These rules aim to create a conducive environment for MSMEs to thrive and contribute to the state’s
economic growth.

Note: The correct answer is b) Ministry of Women and Child Development. Mission Vatsalya is associated with the
Ministry of Women and Child Development. It aims to provide care and support to orphaned and vulnerable children
across the country, ensuring their well-being and protection. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment
to safeguarding the rights and welfare of children in need of care and protection.

Note: The correct answer is b) Rajasthan. The state of Rajasthan has announced plans to establish ‘CM Rise’ schools. These
schools aim to provide quality education and improve educational infrastructure across the state. This initiative reflects the
government’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for students and promoting academic excellence.

Note: The correct answer is a) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The Price Stabilisation Fund is managed by the
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. It aims to stabilize the prices of agricultural commodities and ensure fair
returns to farmers while also protecting consumers from sudden price fluctuations in essential commodities.

Note: The correct answer is b) Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Market Access Initiatives (MAI) Scheme is
implemented by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It aims to enhance market access for Indian exporters in various
countries and promote India’s exports globally.

Note: The correct answer is b) 2017. The Khelo India Scheme was launched in the year 2017 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs
and Sports, Government of India, with the aim of promoting sports and identifying sporting talent at the grassroots level.

Note: The correct answer is b) Bihar. The ‘Amrit Brikshya Andolan’ app was launched by the Bihar government as part
of its initiative to promote afforestation and environmental conservation. It aims to engage citizens in tree plantation
drives and raise awareness about the importance of preserving green cover.

Note: The correct answer is b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The e-CARe portal was launched by the
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change to facilitate the online submission of applications for environmental
clearances. It aims to streamline the clearance process and promote transparency in environmental governance.

Note: The correct answer is a) Ministry of Human Resource Development. The Study in India program is a flagship initiative
launched by the Ministry of Human Resource Development to attract foreign students to pursue higher education in Indian
universities and institutions. It aims to promote India as a preferred destination for higher education among international
students.

Note: The correct answer is c) Telangana. The SC/ST (Prevention of Transfer of Certain Lands) (Amendment) Bill was
launched by the state of Telangana. This bill aims to prevent the transfer of lands belonging to Scheduled Castes and
Scheduled Tribes to non-Scheduled Caste and non-Scheduled Tribe persons.

Note: The correct answer is a) Ayushman Bharat. Tele MANAS helpline is the toll-free digital arm of the Ayushman
Bharat scheme. It provides mental health support and counseling services to individuals across India.

ote: The correct answer is a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The ‘Ayushman Bhav programme’ is an initiative of
the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility and affordability for all citizens.

Note: The correct answer is b) Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The ‘Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar’ initiative is associated with
the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and focuses on the preservation and promotion of tribal heritage and culture in rural areas.

Note: The correct answer is b) West Bengal. The Indira Gandhi Free Smartphone Yojana 2023 was announced by the government
of West Bengal, aimed at providing free smartphones to eligible beneficiaries.

Note: The correct answer is a) Rajasthan. Ramgarh Dam is located in the state of Rajasthan, serving as an important water
reservoir for irrigation and other purposes in the region.

Note: The correct answer is b) SURYA. The SURYA scheme aims to enhance city bus operations by introducing 10,000 electric
buses on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, contributing to sustainable urban mobility and reducing carbon emissions.

Note: The correct answer is c) 10. The ‘Mission Amrit Sarovar’ aims to set up 10 Amrit Sarovars (water bodies) per district
to address water scarcity issues and ensure water security. These Sarovars will play a crucial role in water conservation
efforts and sustainable development at the district level.

Note: The correct answer is d) Puducherry. The Puducherry government recently launched a dedicated ‘Solid Waste Management Project’
to address the challenges of waste management in the union territory. This initiative aims to promote sustainable waste management
practices and ensure environmental cleanliness across the region.

Note: The correct answer is c) Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh government recently launched the ‘Manav Sampada Portal’ to
promote transparency and efficiency in administrative procedures related to human resource management. This initiative aims
to streamline processes and ensure better governance in the state’s administrative affairs.

Note: The correct answer is b) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao. The ‘LAKHPATI DIDIs’ initiative is part of the Beti Bachao Beti
Padhao (BBBP) mission aimed at empowering and incentivizing women to save for their future and enhance financial inclusion.
This initiative encourages women to become financially independent and secure their future through savings.

Note: The correct answer is d) Madhya Pradesh. The Mukhyamantri Ladli Bahna Awas Yojana is a housing scheme launched by
the Madhya Pradesh government aimed at providing affordable housing to families with girl children. Under this scheme,
financial assistance is provided to eligible families for the construction of houses.

Note: The correct answer is c) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. The ‘PM Daksh Portal’ was released
by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship to provide skill training and employment opportunities to the
youth of the country.

Note: The correct answer is not a city but a program initiated by the Government of India. The ‘Aspirational City Scheme’ was
approved by the Government of India for 100 Most Backward Urban Areas across the country, aiming to uplift these areas by
providing them with necessary infrastructure and development initiatives.

The Prime Minister dedicated important rail sector projects worth around ₹6,350 crore and laid the foundation stone of 50-bed each ‘
critical care blocks’ to be built in nine districts of Chhattisgarh.
The nine critical care blocks will be built under the Pradhan Mantri-Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) at
a cost of more than ₹210 crore. Prime Minister also distributed one lakh sickle cell counselling cards to the screened population
under the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission (NSAEM).

Note: The correct answer is (a) Madhya Pradesh. The ‘Mukhyamantri Gramin Awas NYAY Yojana’ is a housing scheme launched by
the Madhya Pradesh government to provide affordable housing to rural households in the state.

Note: The correct answer is (c) Maharashtra. The state of Maharashtra launched the ‘Tourism Policy 2023’ with the objective of
attracting significant investments in the tourism sector over the next five years.

Note: The correct answer is (d) Ministry of Corporate Affairs. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs launched the ‘CRIIIO 4
GOOD modules’ to promote Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives among companies, emphasizing social welfare and
community development.

Note: The correct answer is (c) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The ‘UMMEED’ guidelines were released by the Ministry
of Health and Family Welfare to provide guidance for the management of children with Developmental Disabilities and Delay
through Early Identification and Intervention.

Note: The correct answer is (a) Maharashtra. The ‘Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana’ is a scheme launched by the
Maharashtra state government to provide financial assistance to farmers for agricultural purposes.