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Which one of the following became the first State or Union Territory in India to launch Carbon Watch, a mobile application to assess the carbon footprint of an individual ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Delhi” option2=”Karnataka” option3=”Puducherry” option4=”Chandigarh” correct=”option4″]

Chandigarh became the first State or Union Territory in India to launch the mobile application named “Carbon Watch”. This application is designed to assess the carbon footprint of an individual.

The initiative aims to make citizens aware of their environmental impact and encourages them to adopt more sustainable practices to reduce carbon emissions.

The “Carbon Watch” app allows individuals to calculate their carbon footprint based on factors like energy consumption, transport, waste generation, and water usage, and suggests actions to reduce it.

The Indian shooting contingent has topped the medals tally in the first-ever Asian Online Shooting Championship, organised by

[amp_mcq option1=”Kuwait Shooting Federation” option2=”Japan Shooting Federation” option3=”Taiwan Shooting Federation” option4=”Israel Shooting Federation” correct=”option1″]

The first-ever Asian Online Shooting Championship, where the Indian shooting contingent topped the medals tally, was organised by the Kuwait Shooting Federation.

Holding shooting championships online became a practice in response to restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing athletes to compete remotely.

The championship provided valuable competitive exposure to shooters despite the global challenges posed by the pandemic and highlighted the growing prowess of Indian shooters.

A team of scientists, doctors and photographers have launched a mobile application named “Snakepedia” that will present all relevant information on snakes, to help the public as well as doctors in treating snake bites. The team belongs to which one of the following states ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Kerala” option2=”Madhya Pradesh” option3=”Tamil Nadu” option4=”Uttar Pradesh” correct=”option1″]

The mobile application “Snakepedia,” aimed at providing comprehensive information on snakes to help both the public and medical professionals, was launched by a team of scientists, doctors, and photographers belonging to Kerala.

The app was developed in the context of Kerala’s rich biodiversity and the prevalence of snake-related incidents, highlighting a public health and conservation initiative.

The app serves as a digital encyclopedia and a guide for identifying snakes and providing appropriate medical aid in case of bites, featuring photographs and descriptions of various snake species found in the region.

Which one of the following metros has become the first metro in India to use ultraviolet rays to sanitise train coaches ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Delhi Metro” option2=”Bangalore Metro” option3=”Lucknow Metro” option4=”Chennai Metro” correct=”option3″]

The correct answer is C. Lucknow Metro became the first metro in India to use ultraviolet rays to sanitise train coaches.

In February 2021, Lucknow Metro Rail Corporation (LMRC) announced it was using UV light technology to sanitise train coaches, a method certified by DRDO for its effectiveness against viruses and bacteria. This was done as a measure against the spread of COVID-19.

UV-C radiation is known to be effective in killing or inactivating microorganisms by destroying nucleic acids and disrupting their DNA, leaving them unable to perform vital cellular functions. Lucknow Metro’s adoption of this technology was a pioneering effort in the Indian metro network.

World Unani Day is observed every year on

[amp_mcq option1=”11th February” option2=”11th March” option3=”17th February” option4=”17th March” correct=”option1″]

The correct answer is A. World Unani Day is observed every year on 11th February.

This day commemorates the birth anniversary of social reformer and renowned Indian Unani scholar and freedom fighter Hakim Ajmal Khan. The first World Unani Day was celebrated in 2017 at the Central Research Institute of Unani Medicine (CRIUM) in Hyderabad.

Unani System of Medicine is one of the ancient systems of medicine that originated in Greece and was later developed by Arab and Persian scholars. In India, it was introduced by the Arabs and Persians and has been practised for centuries.

Tech major Microsoft has launched its new India Development Center (IDC) facility in

[amp_mcq option1=”Bangalore” option2=”Pune” option3=”Noida” option4=”Hyderabad” correct=”option3″]

The correct answer is C. Tech major Microsoft launched its new India Development Center (IDC) facility in Noida in January 2021.

The new facility is inspired by the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, incorporating intricate details and motifs in its architecture. This was Microsoft’s third IDC facility in India, adding to its existing centres in Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

India Development Centers (IDCs) are strategic engineering hubs for global technology companies, leveraging India’s vast pool of engineering talent for product development, research, and innovation.

Indian Air Force and French Air and Space Force have conducted a bilateral Air exercise, “Ex Desert Knight-21″ in

[amp_mcq option1=”Maharashtra” option2=”Rajasthan” option3=”Karnataka” option4=”Tamil Nadu” correct=”option2″]

The correct answer is B. The bilateral Air exercise “Ex Desert Knight-21” between the Indian Air Force and the French Air and Space Force was conducted in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

“Ex Desert Knight-21” was a significant military exercise held in January 2021. It involved various fighter aircraft from both sides, including Rafales from both forces, as well as IAF’s Sukhoi-30 MKI, Mirage 2000, and Tejas.

Bilateral military exercises are a key component of defense cooperation between countries, enhancing interoperability, sharing best practices, and building mutual understanding. Jodhpur Air Force Station is a strategically important base in western India.

The book titled, ‘Platform Scale : For a Post-Pandemic World’ has been authored by

[amp_mcq option1=”Michael Joseph” option2=”Meghna Pant” option3=”Sangeet Paul Choudhary” option4=”Priyanka Chopra Jonas” correct=”option3″]

The book titled, ‘Platform Scale : For a Post-Pandemic World’ is authored by Sangeet Paul Choudhary. The book discusses the impact of platforms in the digital economy and their potential role in a post-pandemic world.

This is a factual question about the authorship of a specific book. The book deals with themes relevant to technology and the economy.

Sangeet Paul Choudhary is known for his work on platform business models. Books on contemporary economic and technological themes, especially if authored by recognised experts, are often included in current affairs questions.

The book titled, ‘By Many a Happy Accident : Recollections of a Life’ has been authored by

[amp_mcq option1=”R.P. Gupta” option2=”Mohammad Hamid Ansari” option3=”Peter Mukerjea” option4=”Kabir Bedi” correct=”option2″]

The book titled, ‘By Many a Happy Accident : Recollections of a Life’ is the autobiography of Mohammad Hamid Ansari, the former Vice-President of India.

This is a factual question about the authorship of a specific book. Mohammad Hamid Ansari served as the 12th Vice-President of India from 2007 to 2017.

Autobiographies and memoirs by prominent political figures, bureaucrats, and public personalities are often featured in current affairs sections of examinations like UPSC. Staying updated on recent book releases by notable figures is helpful.

Which one of the following countries has once again topped the list of being the most powerful passport in the world, for the third consecutive year as per Henley Passport Index 2021 ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Japan” option2=”Singapore” option3=”South Korea” option4=”Syria” correct=”option1″]

The Henley Passport Index ranks passports based on the number of destinations holders can access visa-free. According to the Henley Passport Index published in 2021 (across all quarters of the year), Japan held the top position for the third consecutive year, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to the highest number of destinations worldwide. Singapore was consistently ranked second, often sharing the spot with other countries like South Korea or Germany. Syria was ranked among the lowest on the index.

– The Henley Passport Index ranks passports based on visa-free access.
– Japan consistently ranked highest in the Henley Passport Index throughout 2021.

The Henley Passport Index is based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and is updated regularly. It is considered a standard reference tool for global mobility. While rankings can shift slightly quarter to quarter or year to year, Japan maintained a strong lead in 2021.