PIB 247 – 16th to 18th June 2022

Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to 12th WTO ministerial conference
and identify the correct statement/s

(1) India agreed to the temporary moratorium on e-commerce

(2) There would be export restrictions on WFP purchases for food security in other
countries
(3) The dispute settlement body will be revived and play its expected role in settling
trade disputes

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is correct
[e] All are correct
Answer – [c]
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 12 th WTO Ministerial Conference

➢ What: The 12th edition of WTO ministerial conference was held at

Geneva in Switzerland.

• Indian delegation was led by minister of commerce and industry, Sh.

Piyush Goyal.

• Key areas of discussion –

▪ WTO’s response to the pandemic
▪ Fisheries subsidies negotiations
▪ Agriculture issues including Public Stockholding for Food
security
▪ WTO Reforms and Moratorium on Custom Duties on Electronic
Transmission
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 • Fisheries
▪ There would be a check on illegal unreported and unregulated
fishing in our waters and elsewhere
▪ There would be very strict controls on overfished areas so that
fish stocks are restored
▪ No subsidies to be provided for fishing in areas outside EEZ or
RFMOs

• Pandemic and Vaccine

▪ A country can authorize production of vaccines patented
elsewhere and there would be no consent required as well as
there would be no limit on exports.
▪ There would be faster pandemic response in future and there
would be fewer trade barriers in pandemics

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 • Reforms in WTO

▪ The dispute settlement body will be revived and play its

expected role in settling trade disputes.
▪ The reform would deliver better trade outcomes for developing
countries.
▪ A reference to Gender, Environment & MSME has been made in
the WTO reform agenda

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 • Temporary moratorium
▪ While agreeing to the temporary moratorium, India asked for
intensifying discussions on the moratorium including on its
scope, definition and impact for taking an informed decision on
the same.

• Food Security Declaration

▪ It focusses on making food available in developing countries
while working towards increasing productivity and production

• World Food Program

▪ There would be no export restrictions on WFP purchases for
food security in other countries; However, domestic food security
will take priority

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Q.2) Which of the following statements is correct with respect to Sovereign Gold Bond
Scheme?

[a] Minimum permissible investment under the scheme is 10 gm gold

[b] Rate of interest given for investment is 3.00% per annum
[c] The tenure of bond is 10 years
[d] Early redemption is allowed after 5th year from the date of issue
[e] Joint holding of bonds is not allowed

Answer – [d]
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 Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme

➢ What: Ministry of finance in consultation with RBI has announced the

dates to issue gold bonds under SGB scheme

• Objective
▪ For substituting physical gold with bond with a fixed interest rate.
▪ SGBs are government securities issued by RBI, denominated in
grams of gold.
▪ Investors have to pay issue price in cash and the bonds will be
redeemed in cash after maturity.

• Launch year – 2015

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 ➢ Eligibility
• Persons resident in India as defined under FEMA 1999
• Eligible investors include individuals, HUFs, trusts, universities and
charitable institutions.
• A minor can also invest (application has to be made by his or her
guardian)
• Joint holding is also allowed.

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 ➢ Limits of holding
• Minimum – 1 gram
• Maximum – 4 kg for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families, 20 kg
for trusts and universities.

➢ Rate of interest – 2.50% per annum

➢ Tenure – 8 years, early redemption is allowed after 5th year from the
date of issue.

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 ➢ Selling agencies
• Nationalised Banks
• Scheduled Private Banks
• Scheduled Foreign Banks
• designated Post Offices
• Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd.
• Authorised stock exchanges

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 ➢ Other features of the bond
• TDS is not applicable
• Bonds can be held in demat form
• Bonds are tradable
• Bonds can be used as collateral for loan

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Q.3) Consider the following statements –

(1) A three year skill based bachelor degree program, developed by IGNOU, has been
launched by ministry of education for Agniveers
(2) Under this program, 50 % of the credits required for a graduate degree will come
from the skill training
(3) National Institute of Open Schooling will develop customized courses for 10 th pass
Agniveers which help them to obtain 12th class pass certificate

[a] Only 1 and 2

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect? [b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is incorrect
[e] All are incorrect Answer – [d]
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 Agniveers – Announcements by MoEducation

➢Three-year skill-based bachelor degree program

• Under this program, 50% of the credits required for a graduate

degree will come from the skill training - both technical and non-
technical - received by the Agniveer.

• The remaining 50% will come from a basket of courses that cover a
wide variety of subjects

• The program has been designed by IGNOU and is aligned with

UGC norms and with the National Credit Framework / National Skill
Qualification Framework

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 • Degree will be awarded by IGNOU as per UGC nomenclature
• Army, Navy and Air Force will sign Memoranda of Understanding
(MoU) with IGNOU for implementation of the scheme.

➢ Support to 10th Pass Agniveers

• Department of school education and literacy through National

Institute of Open Schooling will launch a program for 10th class pass
Agniveers.
• Under the program, Agniveers will be able to obtain 12th class pass
certificate.
• The certificate will be given after undergoing a customized course
which will be developed for Agniveers

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Q.4) Which ministry has proposed the setting up of Innovation Bank for new ideas,
research findings and technologies to focus on quality in infrastructure development?

[a] Ministry of housing and urban affairs

[b] Ministry of Jal Shakti
[c] Ministry of Railways
[d] Ministry of communication
[e] Ministry of road transport and highways

Answer – [e]
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Q.5) How much percent of reservation has been approved by ministry of defence for
Agniveers in the Indian Coast Guard, defence civilian posts and 16 defence PSUs?

[a] 5%
[b] 10%
[c] 7%
[d] 3%
[e] 8%

Answer – [b]
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PIB 247 – 19th to 21st June 2022
Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to National Initiative for
Promoting Upskilling of Nirman workers and identify the correct statements.

(1) It has been launched by ministry of skill development and entrepreneurship

(2) National Skill development corporation will be the implementing agency of the
project
(3) The objective of this program is to train over 1 lakh construction workers, through
fresh skilling and upskilling programs and provides them with work opportunities
(4) NAREDCO and CREDAI are the industry partners for implementing the project
[a] Only 1 and 2
[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] All 1,2,3, and 4
[d] Only 2, 3 and 4
[e] Only 1 Answer – [d]
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 Project NIPUN

➢ What: Ministry of housing and urban affairs has launched National

Initiative for Promoting Upskilling of Nirman workers (NIPUN)

➢ Why: To train over 1 lakh construction workers, through fresh

skilling and upskilling programs and provides them with work
opportunities

• Industry partners
▪ National Real Estate Development Council
▪ Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India

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 • The implementation of project NIPUN is divided into three
parts –
▪ Training through Recognition of Prior Learning at
construction sites
▪ Training through Fresh Skilling by Plumbing and
Infrastructure sector skill councils
▪ International Placement through industries/ builders/
contractors

• The courses are aligned with National Skills Qualifications

Framework (NSQF) and will be imparted at accredited and
affiliated training centres.

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 • It is also envisaged that NSDC will place approximately 12,000
people in foreign countries such as the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia, UAE and other GCC countries

• NSDC will provide trainees with ‘Kaushal Bima’, a three-year

accidental insurance with coverage of INR 2 lakhs

• A project committee with members from both NSDC and

MoHUA will be formed. This committee will be chaired by the
Additional Secretary-cum-Mission Director, DAY-NULM.

• The committee will oversee and monitor the project

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Q.2) Which of the following institutes under ministry of education has been
awarded with the UNESCO’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICT
in Education for the year 2021?

[a] NCERT
[b] Central Institute of Education Technology
[c] National Bal Bhawan
[d] National Council for Teacher Education
[e] CBSE

Answer – [b]
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 UNESCO’s Recognition to PM e -Vidya

➢ What: PM e-Vidya, an initiative of ministry of education has won

UNESCO’s recognition.

➢ Why: It has been recognized for using ICT to impart education

during pandemic

• Central Institute of Educational Technology has taken various steps

in taking learning to the doorsteps of the children through PM e-
Vidya program.

• CIET has been awarded with the UNESCO’s King Hamad Bin Isa
Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICT in Education for the year 2021.

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 ➢ About the Award

• This award recognizes innovative approaches in leveraging

new technologies to expand educational opportunities for all

• The award was established in 2005 and rewards individuals

and organizations that are implementing outstanding projects
for imparting education.

• Each prizewinner receives US$ 25000, a medal and a diploma

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 ➢ About PM e-Vidya

• It was announced by Finance minister in May 2020

• It is a program that provides multi-modal access to digital
education.
• Under the program, many educational channels, radio
podcasts, e-learning content are commencing. It includes –
▪ DIKSHA for school education in all the states/UTs
▪ One designated TV channel per class from class 1st to 12th
▪ Use of radio, podcasts and community radio
▪ Special e-content for visually and hearing impaired

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Q.3) Which of the following organizations has won the Prime Minister's Award for
Outstanding Contribution towards the Development and Promotion of Yoga 2021?

[a] Parmarth Niketan

[b] Yoga Mandiram
[c] Ramamani Memorial Yoga Institute
[d] Ashtanga institute
[e] Divine Life Society

Answer – [e]
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 PM’s Award for Promotion of Yoga

➢ What: The Prime Minister's Award for Outstanding Contribution

towards the Development and Promotion of Yoga has been
announced for the year 2021.

➢ Why: The awards are given for Outstanding Contribution towards

the Development and Promotion of Yoga

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 • Two individuals and two organizations have been awarded.

• Individuals – Shri Bhikkhu Sanghasena, Ladakh and Shri

Marcus Vinicius Rojo Rodrigues, Sao Paulo, Brazil

• Organizations - Divine Life Society, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand and

the British Wheel of Yoga, United Kingdom

• Rs.25 Lakhs is given as cash prize to the winners

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Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to PLI Scheme for Promoting
Telecom & Networking Products and identify the incorrect statement/s

(1) Total outlay of the scheme is Rs.12,195 Crore

(2) Total 31 companies have been selected under the scheme
(3) The core component of this scheme is to offset the huge import of telecom
equipment worth more than Rs.50,000 crores

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is incorrect
[e] All are incorrect
Answer – [d]
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 PLI Scheme for Telecom & Networking products

➢ What: PLI scheme for Promoting Telecom & Networking

Products has been extended by 1 year

➢ About the scheme

• To boost domestic manufacturing in the telecom and networking
products by incentivizing incremental investment

• Total Outlay – Rs.12,195 Crore

• The scheme is effective from 1st April 2021

• Duration – Up to 2025-26

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 • Eligible companies – Total 31 (16 MSMEs and 15 non-
MSMEs)

• The Scheme stipulates a minimum investment threshold of ₹10

Crores for MSME and ₹100 Crores for non MSME applicants.

• Incremental production of around ₹ 1.82 Lakh Crore over the

scheme period is expected.

• The core component of this scheme is to offset the huge import

of telecom equipment worth more than Rs.50,000 crores

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 Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
MSMEs 7% 7% 6% 5% 4%
Others 6% 6% 5% 5% 4%

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Q.5) Union health minister, Mansukh Mandaviya had participated in G20 health
minister’s meeting. Where was this meeting held?

[a] Indonesia
[b] Italy
[c] India
[d] Australia
[e] Japan

Answer – [a]
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Q.6) Where has the National Conference on Cyber Safety and National Security –
“Cyber Apradh Se Azadi” been organized by Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre,
ministry of home affairs?

[a] New Delhi

[b] Mumbai
[c] Gwalior
[d] Kanpur
[e] Pune

Answer – [a]
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PIB 247 – 22nd to 24th June 2022
Q.1) In how many categories, the first ever National Logistics Excellence Awards were
given by the ministry of commerce and industry?

[a] 11
[b] 10
[c] 12
[d] 8
[e] 5

Answer – [c]
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 National Logistics Excellence Awards

➢ What: Ministry of commerce and industry has hosted the first

ever National Logistics Excellence Awards in New Delhi

➢ Why: The awards are given to acknowledge the logistics service

providers in the country that have been able to display innovation,
diversity and efficiency

• The awards were given in 12 categories

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 ▪ Best Cargo Airline & Terminal Operator – FedEx Express
Transportation and Supply Chain Services (India) Pvt. Ltd.
▪ Best Road Freight Service Provider – DHL Supply Chain India
Pvt. Ltd.
▪ Best Rail Freight Service Provider – Adani Logistics Ltd.
▪ Best Shipping & NVOCC service Provider – Maersk India Pvt.
Ltd.
▪ Best Port Service Provider – DP World
▪ Best Warehouse service provider – Transport Corporation of India
Ltd.

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 ▪ Best Cold Chain/Refrigerated service provider - Transport
Corporation of India Ltd. (Through TCI Supply Chain Solutions)
▪ Best Express Logistics Service Provider – Safexpress Pvt. Ltd.
▪ Best Logistics infrastructure and service provider – Adani
Logistics Ltd.
▪ Best Freight Forwarders – Kuehne + Nagel Pvt. Ltd.
▪ Best Customs House Agent/Customs broker – International
Clearing & Shipping Agency (India) Pvt. Ltd.
▪ Industry Excellence Award – Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

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Q.2) Which of the following has become the last state/UT to implement One Nation One
Ration Card?

[a] Chhattisgarh
[b] Delhi
[c] Assam
[d] Chandigarh
[e] West Bengal

Answer – [c]
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 One Nation One Ration Card – Fully Implemented

➢ What: Assam has become the 36th state/UT to implement the one
nation one ration card scheme

➢ About the Scheme

• Objective: It seeks to provide portability of food security benefits

all across the nation.
▪ This means poor migrant workers will be able to buy
subsidised rice and wheat from any ration shop in the country,
so long as their ration cards are linked to Aadhaar.
▪ Ration card portability is aimed at providing intra-state as well
as inter-state portability of ration cards.

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 ➢ Launch year – 2019

• Under the scheme, a beneficiary can buy subsidized food grains

from any FPS across the country.

• A beneficiary is identified through biometric authentication. (ration

cards must be linked to Aadhaar)

• This is being done with the electronic Point of Sale (ePoS)

devices installed at the FPSs.

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Q.3) In which state, ministry of skill development and entrepreneurship has organized
Pradhan Mantri National Apprenticeship Mela?

[a] Gujarat
[b] West Bengal
[c] Haryana
[d] Tamil Nadu
[e] Odisha

Answer – [e]
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Q.4) With which of the following oil companies, ministry of petroleum and natural gas
has developed an indigenous solar cooker – Surya Nutan?

[a] Hindustan Petroleum

[b] Bharat Petroleum
[c] Indian Oil
[d] Reliance Oil
[e] Adani Oil

Answer – [c]
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Q.5) In which state, National Commission for Women has organized a Workshop on
Gender Responsive Governance for elected women representatives under ‘She Is A
Changemaker’ project?

[a] Uttarakhand
[b] Punjab
[c] Gujarat
[d] Himachal Pradesh
[e] Uttar Pradesh

Answer – [d]
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Q.6) Name the portal launched by PM Narendra Modi to provide all information related
to India’s foreign trade.

[a] AAYAT
[b] NIRYAT
[c] DURGAMI
[d] SAKSHAM
[e] SAMBHAV

Answer – [b]
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Q.7) Which of the following industry body has organized National Conference on Millets
on the theme – “The future super food for India”?

[a] NASSCOM
[b] FICCI
[c] DPIIT
[d] CII
[e] ASSOCHAM

Answer – [e]
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Q.8) Name the wellness wear which has been designed by Centre of excellence for
Khadi to showcase the versatility of Khadi.

[a] Swara
[b] Svadha
[c] Aaram
[d] Sura
[e] Swarg

Answer – [b]
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PIB 247 – 25th to 27th June 2022
Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to 14th BRICS summit and identify
the incorrect statement/s

(1) It was convened under the chairmanship of Russia

(2) PM Modi called for Establishment of Online Database for BRICS documents
(3) At the conclusion of the Summit, BRICS Leaders adopted the ‘Moscow Declaration’
(4) Afghanistan was one of the participating guests at the 14th BRICS summit

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 4
[c] Only 1, 3 and 4
[d] Only 2 and 3
[e] Only 2, 3 and 4
Answer – [c]
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 14 th BRICS Summit

• Discussions were held on various fields like – Counter-Terrorism,

Trade, Health, Traditional Medicine, Environment, Science,
Technology & Innovation, Agriculture, Technical and Vocational
Education & Training, reforms of the multilateral system, COVID-
19 pandemic and global economic recovery.

• Prime Minister Modi called for strengthening of the BRICS Identity

and proposed –
▪ Establishment of Online Database for BRICS documents
▪ Establishment of BRICS Railways Research Network
▪ Strengthening cooperation among MSMEs

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 • Prime Minister threw a light on security concerns of each other.

• Prime Minister noted the importance of circular economy. He

invited citizens of participating countries to join Lifestyle for
Environment (LIFE) campaign.

• The participating guest countries were Algeria, Argentina,

Cambodia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Indonesia, Iran, Kazakhstan,
Malaysia, Senegal, Thailand and Uzbekistan.

• At the conclusion of the Summit, BRICS Leaders adopted the

‘Beijing Declaration’.

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Q.2) Ministry of housing and urban affairs has launched revised Swachh Certification
Protocols for ODF, ODF+, ODF++ and water + under Swachh Bharat Mission – Urban
2.0. Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to the revised
protocols?

(1) No untreated used water or faecal sludge is discharged into the environment and all
used water is safely contained
(2) Open defecation free status will be sustained in all statutory towns
(3) There will be an emphasis on mechanized cleaning of septic tanks and sewers
[a] Only 1 and 2
[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] All 1, 2 and 3
[e] Only 3 Answer – [d]
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 Revised Swachh Certification Protocols

➢ What: Ministry of housing and urban affairs has launched revised

Swachh Certification Protocols for ODF, ODF+, ODF++ and water
+ under Swachh Bharat Mission – Urban 2.0

➢ Revised Protocols

• No untreated used water or faecal sludge is discharged into the

environment and all used water is safely contained, transported,
and treated, along with maximum reuse of treated used water, in
all cities with less than 1 lakh population.

• To sustain open defecation free status in all statutory towns

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 • Key interventions against each certification are –

▪ ODF - Robust monitoring mechanism ensured by increasing

the number of survey sample size and location types

▪ ODF+ - Focus on innovative Operation & Maintenance

business model for their sustainability in long run

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 ▪ ODF++ - Emphasis on mechanized cleaning of septic tanks and
sewers. Safe collection & treatment of used water as well as safe
management of faecal sludge

▪ Water+ - The focus is on collection, transportation, treatment, and

reuse of both used water and faecal sludge to prevent
environmental pollution. For towns having population more than
20,000, a minimum of 25% households to be connected to
sewerage network.

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 ➢ Other Key points from the event

• Third episode of Swachh Talks was also launched.

• The first edition of Swachh talks was titled as “Safai Mitra
Suraksha”, second was titled as “Swachhata ki Jyoti” and third
was titled as “Swachh Certifications: The Face of Urban
Transformation”

• Namma Toilet model was discussed during the event.

• These are modular toilets that can be installed within two months
and offer a scope of modification at any time.
• These were developed by commissionerate of municipal
administration, Tamil Nadu.

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 • ODF – It is the termination of Faecal oral transmission, defined
by –
▪ No visible faeces found in the environment/village
▪ Every household as well as public institutions using safe
technology option for disposal of faeces.

• ODF +
▪ A city, ward or work circle could be declared ODF+ if, “at any
point of the day, not a single person is found defecating
and/or urinating in the open, and all community and public
toilets are functional and well-maintained.”

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 • ODF ++
▪ The ODF++ protocol adds the condition that “faecal
sludge/septage and sewage is safely managed and treated,
with no discharging and/or dumping of untreated faecal
sludge/septage and sewage in drains, water bodies or open
areas.”

• Water +
▪ It aims to provide a guideline for cities and towns to ensure
that no untreated wastewater is released into the
environment thereby enabling sustainability of the sanitation
value chain.

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Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to 7th anniversary of PM Awas
Yojana – Urban and identify the correct statement/s

(1) An e-book was released during the event showing the achievements of mission
(2) PMAY-U field inspection module in dashboard was launched during the occasion
(3) Winners of “Khushiyon Ka Aashiyana” Short Film Contest were declared

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is correct
[e] All are correct
Answer – [e]
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 7 Years of PM – Awas Yojana

➢ What: Ministry of housing and urban affairs has organized a

virtual event to celebrate the 7 years of PM Awas Yojana – Urban

• An e-Book showing achievements of the Mission was released

• Winners of “Khushiyon Ka Aashiyana” Short Film Contest were
declared
▪ The contest was launched by MoHUA as part of Azadi ka
Amrit Mahotsav celebrations. The broad theme was
‘Transforming Human Lives in Urban Landscape’ through
PMAY-U mission.
▪ A total of 34 participants have been selected under three
categories for recognition.

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 • PMAY-U field inspection module in dashboard was also launched
on the occasion.
▪ The purpose is to assist visitors to inspect PMAY-U project
sites/houses construction by beneficiaries with the help of
just a mobile phone.

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Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to Banking Awareness Program
organized by Department of Pension and Pensioner’s welfare and identify the correct
statement/s

(1) The program has been organized for capacity building of RBI officials.
(2) It was decided during the program, that immediate efforts are needed for creation of
Integrated Pension Portal by linking DoPPW and SBI existing portals
(3) Special sessions were organized on Income Tax matters related to pensioners as
well as Digital means of submitting the Annual Life Certificates
[a] Only 1 and 2
[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] Only 1
[e] All 1, 2 and 3 Answer – [b]
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 Bankers Awareness Program

➢ What: Department of Pension and Pensioner’s welfare has

organized Bankers Awareness Program in Udaipur for officers of
SBI handling pension related work.

• Four such awareness programs will be conducted in collaboration

with State Bank of India to cover the whole country.

➢ Why: Through these programs, the objective of enhancing ‘Ease

of Living’ of pensioners will be achieved

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 ➢ Key highlights from the program

• Sessions on Pension policy reforms & digitization regarding

disbursement of pension to Central Government pensioners were
conducted

• Special sessions were organized on Income Tax matters related

to pensioners as well as Digital means of submitting the Annual
Life Certificates.

• It was decided that immediate efforts are needed for creation of

Integrated Pension Portal by linking DoPPW and SBI existing
portals

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Q.5) Which IIT has organized a seminar on Production and use of Green Hydrogen and
Green Ammonia in Process Industry in association with Fertilizer Association of India?

[a] IIT Bombay

[b] IIT Madras
[c] IIT Ropar
[d] IIT Delhi
[e] IIT Roorkee

Answer – [d]
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PIB 247 – 27th to 28th June 2022
Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to Performance Grading Index –
Districts and identify the correct statement/s

(1) The index consists of 83 indicators grouped into 6 categories which are further
divided into 12 domains
(2) Three districts of Rajasthan – Sikar, Jhunjhunu and Jaipur reached UTKARSH grade
in 2019-20
(3) There was only 1 district i.e. Kurukshetra, that reached UTKARSH grade in 2018-19
(4) Overall, 8 districts improved their PGI score by more than 20% and 14 districts
improved their PGI score by more than 10%
[a] Only 1 and 2
[b] Only 2, 3 and 4
[c] Only 1, 3 and 4
[d] Only 1, 2 and 4
[e] Only 1 and 4 Answer – [d]
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 Performance Grading Index - Districts

➢ What: The Department of School Education and Literacy,

ministry of education has released the Performance Grading
Index for Districts for 2018-19 and 2019-20

• The report has graded 725 districts in 2018-19 and 733 districts
in 2019-20

➢ Why: The index assesses the performance of school education

system at the district level

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 • Total points – 600

• Indicators – 83

• Categories – The 83 indicators are grouped under 6 categories -

1. Outcomes
2. Effective Classroom Transaction
3. Infrastructure Facilities & Student’s Entitlements
4. School Safety & Child Protection
5. Digital Learning
6. Governance Process

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• Domains –
o Learning Outcomes and Quality o School Safety and Child Protection (SS&CP)
(LO)
o Access Outcomes (AO) o Digital Learning (DL)
o Teacher Availability and o Funds convergence and utilization (FCV)
Professional Development
Outcomes (TAPDO)
o Enhancing CRCs Performance (CRCP)
o Learning Management (LM)
o Learning Enrichment Activities o Attendance Monitoring Systems (AMS)
(LEA)
o Infrastructure, Facilities, Student o School Leadership Development (SLD)
Entitlements (IF&SE)

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 • Grading – The index grades the districts into 10 grades.

o Highest grade – Daksh (District scoring more than 90% of

total points)

o Lowest grade – Akankshi – 3 (District scoring up to 10% of

total points)

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 ➢ Key highlights of the Index

• None of the districts attained the highest-grade DAKSH in both

2019-20 and 2018-19

• Three districts of Rajasthan – Sikar, Jhunjhunu and Jaipur

reached UTKARSH (More than 80% score) grade in 2019-20.
There was none in this grade in 2018-19

• Number of districts in Ati-Uttam (71-80%) grade has increased

from 49 to 86 during 2018-19 to 2019-20

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 • Rajasthan has the highest 24 districts in Ati-Uttam grade
followed by Punjab (14), Gujarat (13) and Kerala (13)

• The 12 states/ UTs which don’t have a single district in the

Ati-Uttam and Uttam (61-70%) are –
o Bihar, Goa, Jammu and Kashmir, Arunachal Pradesh,
Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura
and Uttarakhand.

• Overall, 8 districts improved their PGI score by more than 20%

and 14 districts improved their PGI score by more than 10%

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Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and
identify the correct statement/s

(1) It was organized by Department of social justice and empowerment

(2) It was organized in 272 districts of the country
(3) It was organized in association with Health Fitness Trust, New Delhi

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] Only 2
[e] All 1, 2 and 3

Answer – [e]
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 Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

➢ What: Department of social justice and empowerment has organized

Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

➢ Why: The campaign was organized to aware youths about drug abuse
and to wean away them from drugs.

• It was organized in association with Health Fitness Trust, New Delhi

• The theme of the campaign was – “Share facts on drugs, Save Lives”
• It was organized in 272 districts of the country.
• The ministry of social justice and empowerment has targeted that 100
districts will be declared drug free by the end of 2022

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Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to textile sector of India and identify
the correct statement/s

(1) Textile is the largest work provider in India

(2) The industry size is about ₹10 lakh Crore
(3) The export is about ₹ 3.5 lakh crore
(4) Roughly 3.5-4 crore people are engaged in the total value chain of Textile sector

[a] Only 1, 2 and 3

[b] Only 2, 3 and 4
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] Only 2 and 4
[e] All 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer – [b]
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 Textile Hubs

➢ What: Union Minister of textiles, Piyush Goyal has targeted that

government of India will set up 75 textile hubs on the lines of the
hub, set up in Tiruppur.

➢ Key highlights about textile sector

• Textiles is the second largest provider of work after agriculture.

• The industry size is about ₹10 lakh Cr. The export is about ₹ 3.5
lakh crore.
• Textile sector has the potential to grow to ₹20 lakh Cr industry in
the next 5 years with exports of ₹10 lakh Cr.

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 • Even then, a modest export target of 7.5-8 lakh crore and
production target of about 20 lakh crores in next 5 years has
been set.

• Roughly 3.5-4 crore people are engaged in the total value chain
of Textile sector.

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Q.4) Recently minister of defence, Rajnath Singh has interacted with his counterpart of
a country. Both sides discussed the existing defence cooperation activities and
framework between the two countries, and ways to further enhance them under the
existing MIDCOM framework. Identify the country.

[a] Maldives
[b] Malta
[c] Malaysia
[d] Madagascar
[e] Malawi

Answer – [c]
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 India-Malaysia Defence Cooperation

➢ What: Minister of Defence, Rajnath Singh has interacted with his

Malaysian Counterpart to deepen defence cooperation between
the two countries.

➢ Key Highlights of the Meeting

• Both countries highlighted the areas in which Indian defence

industries could assist Malaysia.

• Malaysia expressed the need for inducting women personnel in

peace keeping missions. Both sides agreed to engage each
other on this issue.

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 • Both countries agreed to upgrade Humanitarian Assistance and
Disaster Relief (HADR) operations.

• Both sides discussed the existing defence cooperation activities

and framework between the two countries, and ways to further
enhance them under the existing Malaysia India Defence
Cooperation Meeting (MIDCOM) framework.

o The next MIDCOM is scheduled to held in July 2022, and it

was decided to use this platform for a deeper engagement in
defence.

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Q.5) Consider the following statements with respect to UN Ocean Conference and
identify the correct statement/s

(1) The conference was co-hosted by India and Kenya

(2) India has proposed to establish Sustainable Coastal and Ocean Research Institute
to meet the needs and aspirations of the Pacific Island Countries
(3) India will provide science and innovation-based solutions for the implementation of
SDG-Goal 14 through partnerships and environmentally friendly solutions

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is correct
[e] All are correct
Answer – [b]
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 UN Ocean Conference
➢ What: The UN Ocean Conference took off with leaders from over
130 countries across the world.

➢ Why: The conference has been organized to find an international

agreement on protecting the world’s oceans, seas and marine
resources.

• It is a five-day conference, co-hosted by Kenya and Portugal

• Union minister, Dr. Jitendra Singh participated from India side.
• Theme of the conference – “Scaling up Ocean Action based on
Science and Innovation for the implementation of Goal 14:
Stocktaking, Partnerships and Solutions”

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 ➢ Key highlights from Minister’s statement

• India is committed to protect at least 30% of its lands, waters and

oceans, and thus adhere to its commitment of 30X30 by 2030.

• India joined the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People,
which was initiated at the “One Planet Summit” in Paris in
January 2021.
▪ It aims to promote an international agreement to protect at
least 30% of the world's land and ocean by 2030.

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 • India will provide science and innovation-based solutions for the
implementation of SDG-Goal 14 through partnerships and
environmentally friendly solutions.

• India is committed to the “Coastal Clean Seas Campaign”

• India has proposed to establish Sustainable Coastal and Ocean

Research Institute (SCORI) to meet the needs and aspirations of
the Pacific Island Countries

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Q.6) Consider the following statements with respect to National Highway Excellence
Awards and identify the correct statement/s

(1) The awards were first started in 2014

(2) In 2021 edition, the awards were given in 9 categories
(3) The theme of the awards in 20212 was – “Innovation and Excellence in Road
Construction

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is correct
[e] All are correct
Answer – [b]
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 National Highway Excellence Awards

➢ What: Ministry of road transport and highways has given away

the “National Highway Excellence Awards”

➢ Why: These awards are given to incentivize stakeholders in the

highway construction and maintenance process and to create a
spirit of healthy competitiveness amongst them.

• The awards were initiated in 2018.

• This year the theme of the awards was – “Innovation and

Excellence in Road Construction”

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 • There are 9 categories in which the awards were given –

▪ Excellence in project management

▪ Excellence in highway safety
▪ Excellence in operation and maintenance
▪ Excellence in toll management
▪ Innovation
▪ Green highway
▪ Outstanding work in challenging condition
▪ Bridge construction
▪ Tunnel construction

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Q.7) Consider the following statements with respect to launches during Udyami Bharat
Program and identify the incorrect statement/s

(1) Maximum project cost under PMEGP has been increased from Rs.25 Lakhs to
Rs.50 Lakhs for manufacturing sector
(2) Capacity Building of First-Time MSME Exporters’ scheme has been launched
(3) Results of MSME Idea hackathon were announced

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is incorrect
[e] All are incorrect
Answer – [d]
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 Udyami Bharat Program

➢ What: PM Modi has participated in Udyami Bharat Program at

Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi

➢ Why: The program is a reflective of the continuous commitment

of the government, right from day one, to work towards
empowerment of MSMEs

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 • Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP)
Scheme

▪ It aims to scale up the implementation capacity and coverage of

MSMEs in the States

▪ It will complement the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan by

fostering innovation, encouraging ideation, incubating new
business and entrepreneurship

▪ Total outlay is Rs.6000 Crore

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 • Capacity Building of First-Time MSME Exporters’ scheme

▪ It aims to encourage MSMEs to offer products and services of

international standards for the global market.

▪ This will enhance the participation of Indian MSMEs in the global

value chain and help them realise their export potential.

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 • New features of Prime Minister’s Employment Generation
Programme

▪ Increase in the maximum project cost to Rs. 50 lakhs (from

Rs.25 lakhs) for manufacturing sector and Rs. 20 lakhs (from Rs.
10 lakhs) in the service sector

▪ Inclusion of applicants from Aspirational districts & Transgenders

in the Special Category applicants for availing higher subsidies

▪ Handholding support to applicants/entrepreneurs through

engagement of banking, technical & marketing experts.

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 • Results of MSME Idea Hackathon
▪ This Hackathon is aimed at promoting and supporting the
untapped creativity of individuals, promoting adoption of latest
technologies and innovation among MSMEs.
▪ The selected incubatee ideas will be provided funding support of
up to Rs.15 lakhs per approved idea.

• National MSME Awards 2022

▪ The award is a recognition of the contributions of MSMEs,
States/UTs, Aspirational Districts and Banks for their outstanding
performance in the growth and development of India’s dynamic
MSME sector

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Q.8) Consider the following statements with respect to India-Chem 2022 and identify
the correct statement/s

(1) India-chem 2022 will be the 11th edition of the event

(2) It will be organized by the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, in
association with ASSOCHAM
(3) The theme of this edition will be “Vision 2030-Chemicals and Petrochemicals Build
India”

[a] Only 1 and 3

[b] Only 2
[c] Only 3
[d] Only 1 and 2
[e] Only 2 and 3
Answer – [c]
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 India-Chem 2022

➢ What: Minister of chemical and fertilizers, Mansukh Mandaviya

has chaired the meeting for upcoming 12th edition of India – Chem
2022

• India-Chem is one of the largest composite events of the

chemical and petrochemical sector in the Asia-Pacific Region

• It aims to showcase the huge potential of the Indian Chemical

industry and different industry segments

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 • The 12th edition will be organized by the Department of
Chemicals and Petrochemicals, in association with FICCI from
October 6-8, 2022.

• The theme of 12th edition will be “Vision 2030-Chemicals and

Petrochemicals Build India”

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Q.9) Ministry of communications has launched an e-learning portal of department of
posts. This will enable the trainees to access the uniform standardized training content
online. Name the portal.

[a] Post-Man
[b] Dak Sevaks
[c] Dak Karmayogi
[d] Post Seva
[e] Post Yogi

Answer – [c]
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 Dak Karmayogi
➢ What: Ministry of communications has launched an e-learning
portal of department of posts – Dak Karmayogi

➢ Why: The portal will bring efficiency among the employees of

department of posts

• The portal has been developed in-house under Mission

Karmayogi
• It will enable the trainees to access the uniform standardized
training content online
• Departmental employees and Gramin Dak Sevaks will be able to
avail training ‘Any-time, Any-where’ and upgrade their Attitude,
Skill and Knowledge.

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 • During the event, Meghdoot awards were given in 8 different
categories

▪ The award was introduced in 1984

▪ This is the highest award of Department of Posts at National
level for overall performance and excellence.
▪ Awardees are conferred with medallion, certificate and cash
award of Rs.21,000

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Q.10) Minister of information and broadcasting, Anurag Thakur has attended the
National Conference on Changing Landscape of Media & Entertainment. He has set a
target under which Media and Entertainment industry will generate ………………..
annually by 2025. Fill the gap.

[a] Rs.10 Lakh Crore

[b] Rs.5 Lakh Crore
[c] Rs.15 Lakh Crore
[d] Rs.4 Lakh Crore
[e] Rs.2.5 Lakh Crore

Answer – [d]
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 Conference on Media and Entertainment

➢ What: Minister of information and broadcasting, Anurag Thakur

has attended the National Conference on Changing Landscape
of Media & Entertainment

• The conference was organized by Symbiosis Skill &

Professional University, Pune.

• Minister has set a target under which Media and Entertainment

industry will generate Rs.4 Lakh crore annually by 2025.

• This sector will reach $100 billion or Rs.7.5 Lakh Crore by 2030

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Q.11) Name the event organized by MOIL limited to thank government of India for
MOIL’s wage revision which was approved on 1st November 2021, benefitting more than
5000 workers.

[a] Sneh Milan

[b] Kamgaar Milan
[c] Sambhav Milan
[d] Prem Milan
[e] Shukriya Milan

Answer – [a]
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Q.12) How much amount has been allocated to Tamil Nadu for medical infrastructure
development under PM Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure mission?

[a] Rs.303 Crore

[b] Rs.202 Crore
[c] Rs.404 Crore
[d] Rs.505 Crore
[e] Rs.101 Crore

Answer – [c]
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PIB 247 – 29th – 30th June 2022
Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to second phase of GOAL program
and identify the correct statement/s

(1) It is a joint initiative of ministry of social justice and empowerment and Meta
(2) Through this program, the identified GOAL participants will have access to Meta
Business Coach
(3) It aims to digitally upskill 10 lakh youth by on promoting entrepreneurship amongst
tribal communities of the country
[a] Only 1 and 2
[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is incorrect
[e] All are incorrect
Answer – [b]
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 Second Edition of Goal Program

➢ What: Ministry of tribal affairs has launched the 2nd edition of

Going Online as Leaders (Goal) program

➢ Why: It aims to digitally upskill 10 lakh youth by on promoting

entrepreneurship amongst tribal communities of the country

• The Goal program is a joint initiative of Ministry of tribal affairs and

Meta

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 • Through this program, the identified GOAL participants will have
access to Meta Business Coach - a WhatsApp based learning bot

• It will give the participants an opportunity to learn skills on how to

build and grow their business using Facebook, Instagram and
WhatsApp.

• The program will also include Facebook Live sessions in 9

languages by master trainers on topics like Anti Scamming
education, staying safe online, how to combat misinformation etc.

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Q.2) Consider the following statement with respect to 23rd edition of Handicrafts Export
Award and identify the correct statement/s

(1) The awards have been given for the years 2017-18 and 2018-19
(2) There were 65 winners for 2017-18 and 61 winners for 2018-19
(3) The awards have been given in 4 categories

[a] Only 1 and 3

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 2
[d] None is correct
[e] All are correct

Answer – [a]
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 Handicrafts Exports Awards
➢ What: Ministry of textiles has organized the 23rd Handicrafts Export
Award function

➢ Why: The objective of awards is to create a sense of healthy and

wholesome competition amongst exporters.

• There were 61 winners for 2017-18 and 65 winners for 2018-19

• The awards have been given in 4 categories –
▪ Top Export Award
▪ Product Group-wise Awards
▪ Regional Awards
▪ Woman Entrepreneur Award

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Q.3) With which country’s ministry of trade and industry, government of India’s
department of science and technology has signed an MoU for Cooperation in the fields of
Science, Technology and Innovation?

[a] Malaysia
[b] Singapore
[c] Kuwait
[d] Japan
[e] China

Answer – [b]
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 MoU – India & Singapore
➢ What: Union cabinet has approved an MoU between Department
of science and technology, India and Ministry of trade and industry,
Singapore.

➢ Why: The MoU was signed for Cooperation in the fields of Science,
Technology and Innovation.

• The MoU will provide a mechanism and help in creating an

ecosystem that will promote innovation and entrepreneurship

• The activities envisaged in the MoU will involve product

development and technology exchange which may lead to
generation of new enterprises and employment.

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 • Priority areas –

▪ Agriculture and food science and technology

▪ Advanced manufacturing and engineering
▪ Green economy, energy, water, climate and natural
resources
▪ Data science, Emerging Technologies
▪ Advanced Materials
▪ Health and biotechnology

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 Q.4) With which international agency, Union cabinet has approved a strategic
partnership agreement signed between Ministry of new and renewable energy and that
agency?

[a] International Energy Agency

[b] International Renewable Energy Agency
[c] World Energy Council
[d] International Atomic Energy Agency
[e] None of the above

Answer – [b]
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 MoU – MNRE & IRENA

➢ What: Union cabinet has approved a strategic partnership agreement

signed between Ministry of new and renewable energy and International
Renewable Energy Agency

➢ Why: To drive ambition, leadership and knowledge on green energy

transitions based on renewable energy in India.

▪ The Strategic Partnership Agreement will support India in achieving its

ambitious target of 500 GW of installed non-fossil fuel electricity
capacity by 2030

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Q.5) Consider the following statements with respect to Coalition for Disaster Resilient
Infrastructure and identify the correct statement/s

(1) CDRI was launched by the Prime Minister of India during the United Nations Climate
Action Summit in 2019, at New York
(2) Union cabinet has approved the categorization of Coalition for Disaster Resilient
Infrastructure (CDRI) as an “International Organization”
(3) It will be granted exemptions, immunities and privileges under Section-5 of the United
Nations (Privileges & Immunities) Act, 1947
[a] Only 1 and 2
[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is correct
[e] All are correct
Answer – [a]
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 CDRI as International Organization

➢ What: Union cabinet has approved the categorization of Coalition

for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) as an “International
Organization”

▪ The cabinet has also approved the signing of the Headquarters

Agreement with CDRI for granting it the exemptions, immunities
and privileges as contemplated under the United Nations
(Privileges & Immunities) Act, 1947.

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 • CDRI was launched by the Prime Minister of India during the
United Nations Climate Action Summit in 2019, at New York.

• It is the second major global initiative launched by the

Government of India, after the International Solar Alliance.

• In 2019, the union cabinet had approved the setting up of CDRI,

with its secretariat in New Delhi

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 • Government of India provided Rs.480 Crores as support to CDRI

• The support from Government of India serves as a corpus for

CDRI to fund technical assistance and research projects on an
ongoing basis.

• Since its launch, 31 Countries, 6 International Organizations and

02 private sector organizations have joined as members of CDRI.

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 • Categorization of CDRI as an ‘International Organization’ will
provide it an independent and international legal persona so that it
can efficiently and effectively carry out its functions internationally.

• It will be granted exemptions, immunities and privileges under

Section-3 of the United Nations (Privileges & Immunities) Act,
1947

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Q.6) As per ministry of commerce and industry, India’s marine exports has recorded an
all-time high in financial year 2021-22. Which of the following marine products has
retained the top position in terms of exports?

[a] Frozen Shrimps

[b] Vannamei
[c] Frozen Fish
[d] Frozen Squid
[e] Cuttlefish

Answer – [a]
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 Marine Exports

➢ What: As per ministry of commerce and industry, India’s marine

exports has recorded an all time high in financial year 2021-22

• India managed to do exports worth $7.76 Billion (Rs.57,586

Crores)

• Frozen shrimp remained the major export item in terms of quantity

and value.

• USA continued to be the major importer of Indian seafood in value

and volume followed by China, European union, South-East Asia,
Japan and Middle East.

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Q.7) Union cabinet has approved the computerization of Primary Agriculture Credit
Societies. This project proposes computerization of about …………. functional PACS
over a period of 5 years. Fill the gap.

[a] 12000
[b] 35000
[c] 9000
[d] 63000
[e] 89000

Answer – [d]
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 Computerization of PACS

➢ What: Union cabinet has approved the computerization of Primary

Agriculture Credit Societies

➢ Why: This has been done for increasing efficiency of PACS and
bringing transparency and accountability in their operations

• This project proposes computerization of about 63,000 functional

PACS over a period of 5 years

• Total budgetary outlay for this project is Rs.2516 Crore with

government of India’s share of Rs.1528 Crores

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 ➢ Need of computerization

• PACS constitute the lowest tier of the three-tier Short-term cooperative

credit in the country comprising of approx. 13 Crore farmers as its
members

• PACS account for 41% of the KCC loans given by all entities in the
Country

• The other two tiers viz. State Cooperative Banks and District Central
Cooperative Banks have already been automated by the NABARD and
brought on Common Banking Software (CBS).
• There is no such mechanism for PACS till now.

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Q.8) Which ministry has signed an MoU with ministry of skill development and
entrepreneurship to create a collaborative ecosystem for imparting skill development
training in the capital goods sector?

[a] Ministry of heavy industries

[b] Ministry of finance
[c] Ministry of MSME
[d] Ministry of commerce and industry
[e] Ministry of Jal shakti

Answer – [a]
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 MoU – MHI and MSDE

➢ What: Ministry of heavy industries and Ministry of skill development

and entrepreneurship have signed an MoU

➢ Why: To create a collaborative ecosystem for imparting skill

development training in the capital goods sector.

• The partnership is aimed at facilitating training in several

engineering trades through Qualification Packs developed by Sector
Skill Councils under the Scheme for Enhancement of
Competitiveness in the Capital Goods Sector Phase II.

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Q.9) With which of the following institutes, Climate Centre for Cities has launched India’s
first national coalition platform for urban nature-based solutions?

[a] Green Peace India

[b] World Resources Institute India
[c] India Youth Climate Network
[d] National Biodiversity Authority
[e] Swechha India

Answer – [b]
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 Platform for Nature -Based Solutions
➢ What: National Institute of Urban Affairs’ branch Climate Centre for
Cities (C3) in partnership with World Resources Institute India has
launched India’s first national coalition platform for urban nature-
based solutions (NbS)
• It has been launched ay 11th World Urban Forum in Poland.

➢ Objectives of the Forum

▪ Communicating the benefits of NbS intervention in tackling the
challenges associated with climate change.
▪ Driving investment and strengthening delivery mechanisms
through multi-stakeholder coordination
▪ Policy formulation regarding ecosystem-based services and
nature-based solutions in India

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 • The forum is led by NIUA’s C3 and anchored by WRI India under
cities4forests initiative.

• It is supported by Caterpillar Foundation, Department of

Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, UK and Norway’s International
Climate and Forest Initiative.

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Q.10) Where has the department of pension and pensioner’s welfare organized the
Pensioner’s Awareness Program, the first physical program post pandemic covering the
southern region of the country?

[a] Chennai
[b] Puducherry
[c] Andaman & Nicobar
[d] Ernakulum
[e] Kochi

Answer – [b]
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Q.11) Which ministry has on boarded itself PM Gati Shakti Portal with the help of
Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics?

[a] Ministry of finance

[b] Ministry of road transport and highways
[c] Ministry of steel
[d] Ministry of mines
[e] Ministry of coal

Answer – [c]
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PIB 247 – June 2nd Week 2022
Q.1) Which of the following statements is/are incorrect with respect to MoUs approved
by the union cabinet with three countries – USA, UAE and Australia?

(1) With USA, MoU has been approved for cooperation in the field of Industries and
Advanced Technologies
(2) MoU has been for Technical Cooperation in urban water management with UAE
(3) In the field of health sector, MoU has been approved with Australia

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is incorrect
[e] All are incorrect

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Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to Technology Development Fund
Scheme and identify the correct statement/s

(1) The scheme was launched in 2015

(2) Under the scheme, 90% of the project cost is provided
(3) It is being implemented by ministry of science and technology

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] Only 2
[e] Only 1

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 Technology Development Fund Scheme

➢ What: Ministry of defence has enhanced the funding of DRDO

under Technology Development Fund Scheme to Rs.10 Crore to
Rs.50 Crore

➢ About the Scheme

• Objective – To provide a major fillip to the defence manufacturing

sector by encouraging the industry to innovate and develop
defence technologies.
• Launch year – 2016
• Under the scheme, 90% of the project cost is provided by the
ministry.
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Q.3) Ministry of fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying has launched Management
Information System Dashboard for a scheme. The Management Information System
dashboard will help in aggregating all the information regarding the scheme at one place.
For which scheme, the dashboard has been launched?

[a] Centrally sponsored scheme on development of inland fisheries and aquaculture

[b] PM Matsya Sampada Yojana
[c] National Scheme on welfare of fishermen
[d] Both [a] and [b]
[e] Both [b] and [c]

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Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to 2nd edition of “Awards for
excellence in District Skill Development Planning” and identify the incorrect statement/s

(1) Total 50 districts were awarded for their innovative best practices in skill development
in the region
(2) Rajkot in Gujarat has topped the ranking
(3) IIT Delhi and IIT Madras were the evaluation partners to assess the award entries

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is incorrect
[e] All are incorrect

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 District Skill Development Planning Award

➢ What: Ministry of skill development and entrepreneurship has

launched 2nd edition of “Awards for excellence in District Skill
Development Planning”.

➢ Why: The districts were awarded for their innovative best

practices in skill development in the region

• Total 30 districts have been awarded for their performance

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 • Category of awards –
▪ 8 Awards for Excellence in District Skill Development Planning
▪ 13 Certificate for Excellence in District Skill Development
Planning
▪ 9 Letter of Appreciation for District Skill Development Planning
• IIT Delhi and IIT Kharagpur were the evaluation partners to assess
the award entries
• Top districts –
1. Rajkot, Gujarat
2. Cachar, Assam
3. Satara, Maharashtra

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Q.5) For which state, ministry of civil aviation in collaboration with FICCI has organized a
Conference for promotion Civil Aviation Sector in the state?

[a] Uttar Pradesh

[b] Haryana
[c] Bihar
[d] Gujarat
[e] Himachal Pradesh

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 Civil Aviation in Bihar

➢ What: Ministry of civil aviation in collaboration with government of

Bihar and FICCI has organised a Conference for promotion Civil
Aviation Sector in the state of Bihar.

➢ Why: For strengthening the state’s opportunities in Airports

infrastructure, Heli services, agro-business, and tourist destinations,
increase regional connectivity, attract investment, and identify
business.

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Q.6) Which of the following organizations has launched CiSS application under the Baal
Swaraj portal help in the rehabilitation process of Children in Street Situations?

[a] NCPCR
[b] Child rights and you
[c] Katha
[d] Childline India
[e] Aasha

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 CiSS Application
➢ What: The National Commission for the Protection of Child Rights
has launched a “CiSS application” under the Baal Swaraj portal.

➢ Why: The app will help in the rehabilitation process of Children in

Street Situations (CiSS)

• It is a first-of-its-kind initiative in India to help children in street

situations

• The CiSS application is used for receiving data of children in

street situations from all the states and union territories, tracking
their rescue and rehabilitation process.

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 ➢ About the Bal Swaraj Portal

• It was launched by National Commission for Protection of Child

Rights in 2021

• It was launched for online tracking and digital real-time monitoring

mechanism of children in need of care and protection.

• The portal has two functions- COVID care and CiSS.

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 • It follows six stages framework for the rehabilitation of children

▪ Collection of child’s details

▪ Social investigation report (Investigation of child’s
background)
▪ Formulating an individual care plan for the child
▪ Order of child welfare committee based on the investigation
report
▪ Allocating the schemes and benefits
▪ Evaluation of progress

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Q.7) Consider the following statements with respect to National e-Governance Service
Delivery Assessment (NeSDA) report and identify the correct statements.

(1) DARPG had constituted the National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment
(NeSDA) in 2020
(2) In ranking of State / UT Portals, the states Nagaland, Meghalaya and Assam are the
top-ranking states in the grouping of North-East and Hill States.
(3) Ministry of Rural Development is the top performer in Ministry Portal ranking and
Ministry of Home Affairs is the best performer in Ministry Service Portal ranking
[a] Only 1
[b] Only 2
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] Only 2 and 3
[e] All are correct

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 National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment Report

➢ What: The second edition of the National e-Governance Service

Delivery Assessment has been released.

➢ Why: This report provides suggestions to governments to

enhance their e-Governance service delivery systems.

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 • DARPG had constituted the National e-Governance Service
Delivery Assessment (NeSDA) in 2019.

• It is a biennial study to assess effectiveness of e-Governance

service delivery

• The NeSDA 2021 Portal was formally launched in June 2021 to

conduct the entire assessment process online.

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 • NeSDA 2021 covers services across seven sectors -

▪ Finance
▪ Labour & Employment
▪ Education
▪ Local Governance & Utility Services
▪ Social Welfare
▪ Environment
▪ Tourism sectors

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 Categories Purpose Parameters
State / UT / Central It is a designated portal Accessibility, Content
Ministry Portal of the respective Availability, Ease of Use,
government that and Information Security
provides a Single window & Privacy.
access to information
and service links
State / UT / Central It focuses on the Digital End-service
Ministry Services Portals delivery of services and Delivery, Integrated
provide service-related Service Delivery,
information. and Status & Request
Tracking

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 Grouping Top ranking States

Group A (Other States) Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Punjab

Group B (Other States) Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar

North-East and Hilly regions Nagaland, Meghalaya, Assam

Union Territories Jammu & Kashmir, Andaman &

Nicobar islands, Puducherry

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 Grouping Top ranking States

Group A (Other States) Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Haryana

Group B (Other States) Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh,

Madhya Pradesh
North-East and Hilly regions Meghalaya, Tripura, Assam

Union Territories Jammu and Kashmir, Andaman &

Nicobar Islands, Delhi

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 Ranks Ministry Portal Ministry Services Portal
1. Home Affairs Finance – Central Public
Procurement Portal (CPPP)
2. Rural Home Affairs - Digital Police
Development
3. Education Personnel, Public Grievances
& Pensions – Bhavishya Portal

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Q.8) Which of the following is the objective of Intensified Diarrhoea Control Fortnight
2022, launched by ministry of health and family welfare?

[a] To attain zero child deaths due to childhood diarrhoea

[b] To attain zero maternal deaths due to childhood diarrhoea
[c] To attain zero adult deaths due to childhood diarrhoea
[d] Both [a] and [b]
[e] Both [b] and [c]

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 Intensified Diarrhoea Control Fortnight – 2022

➢ Why: The program has been launched to attain zero child deaths
due to childhood Diarrhoea

▪ Intensification of advocacy & awareness generation activities for

diarrhoea management
▪ Strengthening service provision for diarrhoea case management
▪ Establishment of ORS-Zinc corners
▪ Prepositioning of ORS by ASHA in households with under-five
children
▪ Awareness generation activities for hygiene and sanitation

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Q.9) Up to how much grant will be provided to innovators under Start-Ups for Railways
bring scale and efficiency in the field of operation, maintenance and infrastructure
creation in Indian railways?

[a] Rs.2 Crore

[b] Rs.1 Crore
[c] Rs.5 Crore
[d] Rs.2.5 Crore
[e] Rs.1.5 Crore

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 Indian Railway Innovation Policy – Start-Ups for Railways

• Grant up to Rs.1.5 Crore/50% of the project cost will be provided

to innovator with provision of milestone-wise payment

• Complete online process from floating of problem statement to

development of prototype

• Trials of prototypes will be done in Railways. Enhanced funding

will be provided to scale up deployment on successful
performance of prototypes.

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 • Selection of Innovators will be done by a transparent and fair
system which will be dealt through online portal

• Developed Intellectual property rights will remain with innovator

only

• De-centralization of complete product development process at

divisional level to avoid delays

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Q.10) Union cabinet has approved a memorandum of association for establishment of
BIMSTEC Technology Transfer Facility. This facility will coordinate, facilitate and
strengthen cooperation in technology transfer among the BIMSTEC Member states.
Where will this facility be established?

[a] Dhaka
[b] New Delhi
[c] Kathmandu
[d] Colombo
[e] Thimpu

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 BIMSTEC Technology Transfer Facility

➢ What: Union cabinet has approved a memorandum of association

for establishment of BIMSTEC Technology Transfer Facility at
Colombo, Sri Lanka
• The objective of this facility is to coordinate, facilitate and
strengthen cooperation in technology transfer among the
BIMSTEC Member States

• The TTF shall have a Governing Board and the overall control of
activities of the TTF shall be vested in the Governing Board.

• The Governing Board shall consist of one nominee from each

Member State
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 • Expected Outcomes of the facility –

▪ Databank of technologies available in BIMSTEC Countries

▪ Repository of information on good practices in the areas of

technology transfer management, standards, accreditation,
metrology, testing and calibration facilities

▪ Capacity building, sharing of experiences and good practices in

development

▪ Transfer and use of technologies among BIMSTEC countries

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Q.11) Consider the following statements with respect to newly launched AGNIPATH
scheme and identify the incorrect statement/s

(1) Minimum age to enroll under the scheme is 17.5 years

(2) Rs.30,000 per month will be given as salary during 1st year of service
(3) Rs.11.71 Lakhs will be given as Seva Nidhi package on completion of 4 years of
service

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is incorrect
[e] All are incorrect

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 ➢ Key Features of the scheme

• Enrolment

▪ Enrolment under the scheme will be done through an online

system for all three services

▪ Eligible age to enroll – 17.5 years to 21 years

▪ Educational qualification will remain as in vogue for

enrollment in various categories

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 1st year - 2nd year - 3rd year - 4th year -
Rs.30000/month Rs.33000/month Rs.36500/month Rs.40000/month

▪ On completion of 4 years, Agniveers will get Rs.11.71 Lakhs as

Seva Nidhi Package
▪ The seva nidhi will be exempted from Income tax.
▪ There shall be no entitlement to gratuity and pensionary benefits
▪ They will be provided non-contributory Life Insurance Cover of
Rs 48 lakhs for the duration of their engagement period in the
Indian Armed Forces

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 • Other terms and conditions

▪ Agniveers would form a distinct rank in the Armed Forces,

different from any other existing ranks.

▪ Up to 25% of each specific batch of Agniveers will be enrolled

in regular cadre of the Armed Forces.

▪ Based on organizational requirement and policies

promulgated by the Armed Forces, Agniveers will be offered
an opportunity to apply for permanent enrolment in the Armed
Forces
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Q.12) With which of the following organizations National Health Authority has organized
a conclave on Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission – Revolutionizing Digital health in
Association?

[a] FICCI
[b] ASSOCHAM
[c] NASSCOM
[d] CII
[e] NITI Aayog

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Q.13) During Biotech Start-Up expo, Dr. Jitendra Singh has announced a target to raise
the biotech sector from the current valuation of $70 billion to …………. in next 4 years.
Fill the gap.

[a] $ 100 billion

[b] $ 150 billion
[c] $ 1200 billion
[d] $ 200 billion
[e] $ 250 billion

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Q.14) Union minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has released an e-book of Income Tax
department. The e-book gives an overview of the major reforms undertaken over the
years in the Income Tax Department. Name the e-book.

[a] Aarogya
[b] Aarohan
[c] Avagya
[d] Aasha
[e] Aashayen

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Q.15) With which IIT, National Highway Development Corporation has signed an MoU for
sharing knowledge on innovative ideas and technologies in the field of highway
engineering?

[a] IIT Madras

[b] IIT Delhi
[c] IIT Bombay
[d] IIT Roorkee
[e] IIT Ropar

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Q.16) Ancovax is a vaccine developed for animals to protect them from COVID 19. CAN-
CoV 2- ELISA kit is for anti-body detection against SARS- CoV2 in canines. Which of the
following organizations of ICAR has developed the vaccine and the kit?

[a] Indian Agriculture Research Institute

[b] Indian Veterinary Research Institute
[c] Central Avian Research Institute
[d] Central Institute of Agriculture Engineering
[e] National Research Centre on Equines

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PIB 247 – June 1st Week 2022
Q.1) Ministry of health and family welfare has launched Har Ghar Dastak Campaign 2.0
which will be implemented from 1st June 2022 to 31st July 2022. What is the objective of
the campaign?

[a] To accelerate the coverage of COVID 19 vaccination

[b] To create awareness about waste management
[c] To accelerate vaccination coverage under Mission Indradhanush
[d] Both [a] and [b]
[e] None of the above

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 Har Ghar Dastak 2.0

➢ What: Ministry of health and family welfare has launched Har Ghar
Dastak campaign 2.0

➢ Why: The campaign has been launched to accelerate the pace and
coverage of COVID19 vaccination across States and UTs

• The first edition was launched in November 2021

• The second edition will be implemented from 1st June 2022 to 31st
July 2022

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Q.2) Vice-President of India during his visit to a country has signed three MoUs, one for
visa-free regime for Diplomatic and Official passport holders, second for Renewal of
Cultural Exchange Programme for the period 2022-26 and third, to enhance bilateral
cooperation in youth matters. Identify the country out of the following given options.

[a] Australia
[b] Senegal
[c] Eritrea
[d] Jordan
[e] Egypt

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Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to Central Sector Scheme -
Promotion of MSMEs in N-E region and Sikkim and identify the correct statement/s

(1) For development of new and existing industrial estates, central government will
provide 90% of the project cost
(2) Maximum assistance for development of tourism is limited to Rs.7.50 Crore
(3) For setting up of New and Modernizing of existing Mini Technology Centre, the
financial assistance of Central Government will be 90% of the project cost

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is correct
[e] All are correct

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 Central Sector Scheme – Promotion of MSMEs
in N-E region and Sikkim

➢ What: The Central Government has approved New Guidelines of

Central Sector Scheme “Promotion of MSMEs in North Eastern
Region and Sikkim”

• Objective - To provide financial support for enhancing the productivity

and competitiveness as well as capacity building of MSMEs in the N-
E Region and Sikkim

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 • Components of the scheme

▪ Setting up of New and Modernizing of existing Mini

Technology Centre

o Financial assistance will be provided to state governments

o The financial assistance of Central Government will be 90% for

projects up to Rs.15 Crore

o The projects with total project cost more than Rs.15 crore will
also be considered but maximum assistance shall be limited to
Rs.13.50 crore

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 ▪ Development of New and Existing Industrial Estates

o Financial assistance will be provided to state governments

o Centre’s assistance – 90% of the project cost

o Maximum cost of project – Rs.15 Crores for development of new

industrial estates. Rs.10 Crores for development of existing
industrial estates

o Projects more than 10 Crore/15 Crore will also be considered

but the assistance is limited to 9 Crore/13.5 Crore respectively.

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 ▪ Development of Tourism Sector

o Financial assistance will be provided to state governments

o The financial assistance of Central Government will be 90%

of projects

o Maximum assistance is limited to Rs.4.50 crore

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Q.4) With which of the following flagship scheme, e-Sanjeevani, India’s free telemedicine
service has been integrated?

[a] Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission

[b] Rashtriya Aarogya Nidhi
[c] Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan
[d] PM-Jan Aarogya Yojana
[e] None of the above

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Q.5) Which of the following ministries has formulated Sagarmala Young Professional
Scheme to engage talented and dynamic young professionals in various divisions of the
Ministry?

[a] Ministry of finance

[b] Ministry of commerce and industry
[c] Ministry of Fisheries and Animal Husbandry
[d] Ministry of skill development and entrepreneurship
[e] Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways

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 Sagarmala Young Professional Scheme
➢ What: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has formulated
a scheme Sagarmala Young Professional Scheme
➢ Why: To engage talented and dynamic young professionals in
various divisions of the Ministry

• The professionals will have the opportunity to learn about the

functioning of the government as well as developmental policy
concerns.

• Initially, more than 25 young professionals will be hired under this

scheme.
• The initial period of engagement shall be 2 years which can be
extended to additional 2 years on the basis of performance
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Q.6) Consider the following statements with respect to 4th edition of State food safety
index and identify the incorrect statement/s

(1) Among large states, Gujarat has topped the index

(2) The index is based on 5 parameters having equal weightage
(3) The first edition of the index was launched in 2017-18

[a] Only 1 and 2

[b] Only 2 and 3
[c] Only 1 and 3
[d] None is incorrect
[e] All are incorrect

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 State Food Safety Index

➢ What: Ministry of health and family welfare has launched 4th edition of
State Food Safety Index

➢ Why: The index measures the performance of States across five

parameters of food safety with an aim of creating a competitive and
positive change in the food safety ecosystem in the country

• Parameters
▪ Human Resources and Institutional Data (20%)
▪ Compliance (30%)
▪ Food testing – Infrastructure and surveillance (20%)
▪ Training and capacity building (10%)
▪ Consumer empowerment (20%)

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 1. Tamil Nadu (Score – 82)
Large States 2. Gujarat
3. Maharashtra
1. Goa (Score – 56)
Small States 2. Manipur
3. Sikkim
1. Jammu and Kashmir
Union Territories 2. Delhi
3. Chandigarh

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Q.7) Leaders in climate change program has been launched by ministry of housing and
urban affairs. It aims at building capacity among urban professionals to lead climate
action across sectors and geographies in India. It has been launched by National Institute
of Urban affairs in collaboration with ……………

[a] NITI Aayog

[b] World Resources Institute India
[c] NCAER
[d] UNDP
[e] UNEP

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Q.8) Which movement was launched by Prime Minister on the occasion of World
Environment Day to invite collaboration from stakeholders for an environment conscious
lifestyle?

[a] LiFE
[b] EnVI
[c] NaTuRe
[d] GrEEN
[e] SoUL

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Q.9) Which of the following forces under its “Operation Mahila Suraksha” has secured
women safety?

[a] CISF
[b] RPF
[c] Delhi Police
[d] CRPF
[e] Maharashtra Police

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Q.10) A Consultation on 'Transnational Access to Justice to Women Deserted in NRI
Marriages: Policy & Procedural Gaps' has been organized to provide relief to Indian
women deserted by their NRI husbands. Which of the following organizations has
organized the event?

[a] Indian Women and child welfare trust

[b] India women Welfare foundation
[c] National Commission for Women
[d] Both [a] and [b]
[e] Both [b] and [c]

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