Govt Job Daily Current Affairs MCQ 13th September 2024

1. At the 4th anniversary of PMMSY, which initiative was launched to support and organize fish farmers?
A. Launch of the National Aquaculture Development Fund (NADF)
B. Introduction of the Fish Farmers Producer Organization (FFPO) Scheme
C. Incentives for Marine Fisheries Research and Development
D. Expansion of the National Dairy Development Program

2. Which initiative did the Union Cabinet approve with an outlay of Rs. 2,000 crore over two years?
A. National Clean Energy Mission
B. Mission Mausam
C. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana
D. Swachh Bharat Mission

3. What significant event did Prime Minister Modi recently mark?
A. 100th anniversary of India’s independence
B. 132nd anniversary of Swami Vivekananda’s Chicago speech
C. 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi
D. 75th anniversary of the United Nations

4. In which round did Vidhatri Urs extend her lead by three shots in Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tournament?
A. First Round
B. Second round
C. Third round
D. Final round

5. What new facility has AIIMS recently inaugurated in New Delhi?
A. Diabetes Research Center
B. Tobacco Cessation Clinic
C. Cardiovascular Center
D. Pediatric Hospital

6. What is the primary benefit of the newly approved health cover (AB-PMJAY)?
A. Coverage for dental care
B. Health cover for senior citizens
C. Free gym memberships
D. Subsidies for medical equipment

7. In which tennis tournament did Germany, Australia, Canada, and Belgium win their matches?
A. US Open
B. French Open
C. Davis Cup
D. Wimbledon

8. Which event will the Uttar Pradesh government host in 2024?
A. Tech Summit
B. Semicon India 2024
C. Global Trade Fair
D. Science Expo

9. What is the new stake percentage that LIC holds in IRCTC?
A. 7.5%
B. 8.0%
C. 9.3%
D. 10%

10. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), recently seen in the news, is implemented by which ministry?
A.  Ministry of Rural Development
B.  Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
C. Ministry of Home Affairs
D. Ministry of Urban Development

Answer & Solution
1. B
On the 4th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), the Fish Farmers Producer Organization (FFPO) Scheme was introduced. This initiative aims to support and organize fish farmers by forming producer organizations that can help them access better resources, markets, and services, thus improving productivity and profitability in the fisheries sector. The FFPO scheme helps bring fish farmers together, allowing them to collectively work on aspects like marketing, financial access, and technical support.

2. B
The Union Cabinet approved an outlay of Rs. 2,000 crore for the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana to enhance irrigation and water conservation efforts. This initiative aims to improve water-use efficiency and expand irrigation coverage across India, ensuring water reaches every farm.

3. B
Prime Minister Modi recently commemorated the 132nd anniversary of Swami Vivekananda’s historic speech delivered at the World’s Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893. In this speech, Vivekananda introduced India’s spiritual teachings and philosophy to the Western world, promoting messages of unity and religious harmony. Modi highlighted the lasting influence of Vivekananda’s words, which continue to inspire global peace and understanding

4. C
Vidhatri Urs extended her lead by three shots during the second round of the Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tournament.

5. B
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi recently inaugurated a Tobacco Cessation Clinic. This new facility aims to provide specialized services to help individuals quit smoking and reduce the overall public health burden caused by tobacco use.This initiative is part of AIIMS’s ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare services and promote healthier lifestyles.

6. B
The newly approved health cover under AB-PMJAY (Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana) primarily focuses on providing comprehensive health insurance, which includes coverage for senior citizens, ensuring they have access to essential medical services.

7. C
The Davis Cup is an international men’s tennis competition where national teams compete against each other. Germany, Australia, Canada, and Belgium winning their matches suggests this took place during a team-based event like the Davis Cup, not individual tournaments like the US Open, French Open, or Wimbledon.

8. B
The Uttar Pradesh government will host Semicon India 2024 in 2024, a key event focused on boosting India’s semiconductor industry and positioning the state as a hub for electronics and semiconductor manufacturing.

9. C
LIC (Life Insurance Corporation of India) recently increased its stake in IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) to 9.3%. This increase in holding is part of LIC’s strategy to enhance its investment portfolio in the Indian stock market.

10. A
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) is implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development. It aims to improve rural road connectivity and provide all-weather roads to unconnected villages.