16TH JANUARY CURRENT AFFAIRS
Swachh Mandir Campaign: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches the ‘Swachh Mandir’ campaign to promote cleanliness at pilgrimage sites, aiming to make Ayodhya the cleanest city in India.
‘Modi: Energising A Green Future’ Book Release: Explore Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a sustainable future in the book ‘Modi: Energising A Green Future,’ recently published by Pentagon Press.
UGC’s Mulya Pravah 2.0 Guidelines: The University Grants Commission (UGC) issues Mulya Pravah 2.0 guidelines to instill human values and professional ethics in higher education institutions.
Aruna Nayar as Secretary of Railway Board: Aruna Nayar, an Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) Officer, makes history as the first IRPS officer appointed as Secretary of Railway Board.
Rear Admiral Upal Kundu as Chief of Staff at Southern Naval Command: Rear Admiral Upal Kundu assumes the position of Chief of Staff at the Southern Naval Command, bringing his expertise in anti-submarine warfare to the role.
PM Narendra Modi’s Clean Pilgrimage Initiative: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches an initiative to clean pilgrimage sites, encouraging citizens to participate in a cleanliness drive from January 14 to 22.
‘Modi: Energising A Green Future’ Editors: The book ‘Modi: Energising A Green Future’ is edited by RK Pachnanda and Bibek Debroy, providing a comprehensive analysis of India’s environmental policies.
Pentagon Press Publication: The book ‘Modi: Energising A Green Future’ is published by Pentagon Press in collaboration with the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation.
Ganga Sagar Mela in West Bengal: Ganga Sagar Mela, India’s second-largest fair after Kumbh Mela, attracts millions of devotees annually in South Pargana district, West Bengal.
SBI’s Green Rupee Term Deposit: State Bank of India (SBI) introduces the SBI Green Rupee Term Deposit (SGRTD) scheme, aimed at raising funds for environmentally-friendly initiatives and projects.
1.Recently, which scheme was launched by the Karnataka Government for providing financial aid to unemployed graduates and diploma holders?
- [A] Yuva Nidhi scheme
- [B] State Programme for Youth Development
- [C] Kaushal Vikas scheme
- [D] Yuva Shakti Scheme
- Answer: A [Yuva Nidhi scheme]
- Notes: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated Yuva Nidhi, providing financial aid to unemployed graduates and diploma holders for two years.
2.Recently, in which city did the International Camel Festival commence?
- [A] Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
- [B] Kutch, Gujarat
- [C] Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- [D] Bikaner, Rajasthan
- Answer: D [Bikaner, Rajasthan]
- Notes: The festival in Bikaner featured a vibrant Heritage Walk, showcasing decorated camels, traditional costumes, and local folk artists.
3.Ganga Sagar Mela, India’s second-largest fair after Kumbh Mela, is celebrated in which state of India?
- [A] Mizoram
- [B] West Bengal
- [C] Goa
- [D] Karnataka
- Answer: B [West Bengal]
- Notes: Gangasagar Mela is celebrated annually on Makar Sankranti, attracting a large number of devotees in South Pargana district of West Bengal.
4.Which bank of India has introduced the Green Rupee Term Deposit?
- [A] State Bank of India (SBI)
- [B] HDFC Bank
- [C] ICICI Bank
- [D] Indian Bank
- Answer: A [State Bank of India (SBI)]
- Notes: SBI launched the SBI Green Rupee Term Deposit to raise funds for environmentally-friendly initiatives and projects.
5.Which ministry is responsible for the PM-eBus Sewa scheme?
- [A] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
- [B] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
- [C] Ministry of Rural Development
- [D] Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
- Answer: A [Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs]
- Notes: The PM-eBus Sewa scheme, deploying 10,000 e-buses, is under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, operating on a 10-year Public Private Partnership model.
6.Which initiative was recently launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote cleanliness at pilgrimage sites?
- [A] Clean Pilgrimage project
- [B] Swachh Mandir Campaign
- [C] Swachh Bharat Initiative
- [D] Sacred Site Hygiene Program
- Answer: B [Swachh Mandir Campaign]
- Notes: The ‘Swachh Mandir’ campaign was launched ahead of the Ram temple consecration in Ayodhya to make Ayodhya the cleanest city in India.
7.Recently, which printing press published a book titled ‘Modi: Energising A Green Future’?
- [A] Pentagon Press
- [B] Penguin Random House
- [C] Acme Printing Press
- [D] Harper Collins Publishers
- Answer: A [Pentagon Press]
- Notes: The book ‘Modi: Energising A Green Future’ was published by Pentagon Press in collaboration with the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation.
8.What is the name of a guideline issued by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in India to instill human values and professional ethics in higher education institutions?
- [A] UTSAH
- [B] NEP SAARTHI
- [C] Mulya Pravah 2.0
- [D] Diksha
- Answer: C [Mulya Pravah 2.0]
- Notes: The UGC issued Mulya Pravah 2.0 guidelines to promote values and ethics in higher education.
9.Who has been recently appointed as the Secretary of Railway Board?
- [A] Aruna Nayar (IRPS)
- [B] Arun Kumar (IPS)
- [C] Preeti Singh (IPS)
- [D] Swati Sharma (IAS)
- Answer: A [Aruna Nayar (IRPS)]
- Notes: Aruna Nayar, an IRPS officer, assumed the role of Secretary of Railway Board.
10.Who has recently assumed the position of Chief of Staff at Southern Naval Command?
- [A] Admiral Naveen Kumar
- [B] Vice Admiral Arjun Singh
- [C] Commodore Priya Ranjan Sharma
- [D] Rear Admiral Upal Kundu
- Answer: D [Rear Admiral Upal Kundu]
- Notes: Rear Admiral Upal Kundu has taken over as the Chief of Staff at the Southern Naval Command (SNC).