UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 14 June 2025
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The Current Affairs Quiz 2024 is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to test your knowledge of current events. Solving these questions will help you retain both concepts and facts relevant to the UPSC IAS civil services exam.
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⢠Question 1 of 10 1. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan recognizes fisheries as a core component of rural livelihood security. Statement-II: The campaign launched CIFA Argu VAXâI, a novel fish vaccine developed to prevent parasitic infections in aquaculture. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Correct Solution: b) Statement-I is correct. The abhiyan involves the âIntegration of Fisheries & Agricultureâ and recognizes fisheries as a âcore component of livelihood security and rural development.â Statement-II is also correct. The campaign launch was marked by the introduction of CIFA Argu VAXâI, described as a novel fish vaccine developed by ICAR-CIFA to combat parasitic infections. However, Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement-I is correct. The abhiyan involves the âIntegration of Fisheries & Agricultureâ and recognizes fisheries as a âcore component of livelihood security and rural development.â Statement-II is also correct. The campaign launch was marked by the introduction of CIFA Argu VAXâI, described as a novel fish vaccine developed by ICAR-CIFA to combat parasitic infections. However, Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I.
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan recognizes fisheries as a core component of rural livelihood security.
Statement-II: The campaign launched CIFA Argu VAXâI, a novel fish vaccine developed to prevent parasitic infections in aquaculture.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
⢠a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
⢠b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
⢠c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
⢠d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Solution: b)
⢠Statement-I is correct. The abhiyan involves the âIntegration of Fisheries & Agricultureâ and recognizes fisheries as a âcore component of livelihood security and rural development.â
⢠Statement-II is also correct. The campaign launch was marked by the introduction of CIFA Argu VAXâI, described as a novel fish vaccine developed by ICAR-CIFA to combat parasitic infections.
⢠However, Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I.
Solution: b)
⢠Statement-I is correct. The abhiyan involves the âIntegration of Fisheries & Agricultureâ and recognizes fisheries as a âcore component of livelihood security and rural development.â
⢠Statement-II is also correct. The campaign launch was marked by the introduction of CIFA Argu VAXâI, described as a novel fish vaccine developed by ICAR-CIFA to combat parasitic infections.
⢠However, Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I.
⢠Question 2 of 10 2. Question 1 points The term âvogâ, often associated with eruptions of the Kilauea volcano, refers to: a) A type of fast-moving lava flow characteristic of shield volcanoes. b) The ash cloud that rises thousands of feet into the atmosphere during explosive eruptions. c) Volcanic smog created by the emission of sulphur dioxide, which reacts with oxygen, moisture, and sunlight. d) A phenomenon where the ground surface deforms due to the movement of magma beneath. Correct Solution: c) Vog is a portmanteau of âvolcanic smog.â It is a form of air pollution that results when sulphur dioxide (SO2) and other gases and particles emitted by an erupting volcano react with oxygen, atmospheric moisture, and sunlight. This chemical reaction creates a hazy mixture of gas and fine particles (aerosols), which can be carried by wind over long distances. Vog can cause respiratory problems, damage crops, and lead to acid rain. The Kilauea emits sulphur dioxide, leading to volcanic smog (vog). Incorrect Solution: c) Vog is a portmanteau of âvolcanic smog.â It is a form of air pollution that results when sulphur dioxide (SO2) and other gases and particles emitted by an erupting volcano react with oxygen, atmospheric moisture, and sunlight. This chemical reaction creates a hazy mixture of gas and fine particles (aerosols), which can be carried by wind over long distances. Vog can cause respiratory problems, damage crops, and lead to acid rain. The Kilauea emits sulphur dioxide, leading to volcanic smog (vog).
#### 2. Question
The term âvogâ, often associated with eruptions of the Kilauea volcano, refers to:
⢠a) A type of fast-moving lava flow characteristic of shield volcanoes.
⢠b) The ash cloud that rises thousands of feet into the atmosphere during explosive eruptions.
⢠c) Volcanic smog created by the emission of sulphur dioxide, which reacts with oxygen, moisture, and sunlight.
⢠d) A phenomenon where the ground surface deforms due to the movement of magma beneath.
Solution: c)
⢠Vog is a portmanteau of âvolcanic smog.â It is a form of air pollution that results when sulphur dioxide (SO2) and other gases and particles emitted by an erupting volcano react with oxygen, atmospheric moisture, and sunlight.
This chemical reaction creates a hazy mixture of gas and fine particles (aerosols), which can be carried by wind over long distances. Vog can cause respiratory problems, damage crops, and lead to acid rain. The Kilauea emits sulphur dioxide, leading to volcanic smog (vog).
Solution: c)
⢠Vog is a portmanteau of âvolcanic smog.â It is a form of air pollution that results when sulphur dioxide (SO2) and other gases and particles emitted by an erupting volcano react with oxygen, atmospheric moisture, and sunlight.
This chemical reaction creates a hazy mixture of gas and fine particles (aerosols), which can be carried by wind over long distances. Vog can cause respiratory problems, damage crops, and lead to acid rain. The Kilauea emits sulphur dioxide, leading to volcanic smog (vog).
⢠Question 3 of 10 3. Question 1 points Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The Advance Authorisation Scheme aims to enhance the global competitiveness of Indian exports. Statement-II: The scheme reduces the manufacturing cost for exporters by allowing duty-free import of raw materials that are physically incorporated into the export product. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Correct Solution: a) Statement-I is correct. The explicit aim of the Advance Authorisation Scheme is to boost exports by making them more competitive in the international market. Statement-II is also correct. The mechanism through which the scheme achieves its aim is by allowing exporters to import their inputs (raw materials, etc.) without paying customs duties. This directly reduces their input costs, making the final product cheaper to produce. The condition of âphysical incorporationâ ensures the benefit is tied directly to export manufacturing. Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I. Statement I states the goal (enhancing competitiveness), and Statement II describes the precise mechanism to achieve that goal (reducing costs via duty-free inputs). Incorrect Solution: a) Statement-I is correct. The explicit aim of the Advance Authorisation Scheme is to boost exports by making them more competitive in the international market. Statement-II is also correct. The mechanism through which the scheme achieves its aim is by allowing exporters to import their inputs (raw materials, etc.) without paying customs duties. This directly reduces their input costs, making the final product cheaper to produce. The condition of âphysical incorporationâ ensures the benefit is tied directly to export manufacturing. Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I. Statement I states the goal (enhancing competitiveness), and Statement II describes the precise mechanism to achieve that goal (reducing costs via duty-free inputs).
#### 3. Question
Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The Advance Authorisation Scheme aims to enhance the global competitiveness of Indian exports.
Statement-II: The scheme reduces the manufacturing cost for exporters by allowing duty-free import of raw materials that are physically incorporated into the export product.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
⢠a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
⢠b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
⢠c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
⢠d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Solution: a)
⢠Statement-I is correct. The explicit aim of the Advance Authorisation Scheme is to boost exports by making them more competitive in the international market.
⢠Statement-II is also correct. The mechanism through which the scheme achieves its aim is by allowing exporters to import their inputs (raw materials, etc.) without paying customs duties. This directly reduces their input costs, making the final product cheaper to produce. The condition of âphysical incorporationâ ensures the benefit is tied directly to export manufacturing.
Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I. Statement I states the goal (enhancing competitiveness), and Statement II describes the precise mechanism to achieve that goal (reducing costs via duty-free inputs).
Solution: a)
⢠Statement-I is correct. The explicit aim of the Advance Authorisation Scheme is to boost exports by making them more competitive in the international market.
⢠Statement-II is also correct. The mechanism through which the scheme achieves its aim is by allowing exporters to import their inputs (raw materials, etc.) without paying customs duties. This directly reduces their input costs, making the final product cheaper to produce. The condition of âphysical incorporationâ ensures the benefit is tied directly to export manufacturing.
Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I. Statement I states the goal (enhancing competitiveness), and Statement II describes the precise mechanism to achieve that goal (reducing costs via duty-free inputs).
⢠Question 4 of 10 4. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana: It is primarily aimed at promoting large-scale solar parks for industrial consumption. The scheme focuses on providing free electricity to all rural households irrespective of their income. It is recognized as one of the worldâs largest domestic rooftop solar initiatives. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only Correct Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is focused on domestic rooftop solar installations, not large-scale solar parks for industrial consumption. Statement 2 is incorrect. While the scheme aims to provide benefits related to electricity, its primary focus is on enabling households, particularly low-income ones, to install rooftop solar systems. It is not about providing free grid electricity to all rural households unconditionally. Statement 3 is correct. Launched in February 2024, the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is touted as the worldâs largest domestic rooftop solar initiative, aiming to bring rooftop solar to a significant number of homes, with a focus on benefiting low-income households. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement 1 is incorrect. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is focused on domestic rooftop solar installations, not large-scale solar parks for industrial consumption. Statement 2 is incorrect. While the scheme aims to provide benefits related to electricity, its primary focus is on enabling households, particularly low-income ones, to install rooftop solar systems. It is not about providing free grid electricity to all rural households unconditionally. Statement 3 is correct. Launched in February 2024, the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is touted as the worldâs largest domestic rooftop solar initiative, aiming to bring rooftop solar to a significant number of homes, with a focus on benefiting low-income households.
#### 4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana:
⢠It is primarily aimed at promoting large-scale solar parks for industrial consumption.
⢠The scheme focuses on providing free electricity to all rural households irrespective of their income.
⢠It is recognized as one of the worldâs largest domestic rooftop solar initiatives.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
⢠(a) 1, 2 and 3
⢠(b) 1 and 2 only
⢠(c) 2 and 3 only
⢠(d) 3 only
Solution: d)
⢠Statement 1 is incorrect. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is focused on domestic rooftop solar installations, not large-scale solar parks for industrial consumption.
⢠Statement 2 is incorrect. While the scheme aims to provide benefits related to electricity, its primary focus is on enabling households, particularly low-income ones, to install rooftop solar systems. It is not about providing free grid electricity to all rural households unconditionally.
Statement 3 is correct. Launched in February 2024, the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is touted as the worldâs largest domestic rooftop solar initiative, aiming to bring rooftop solar to a significant number of homes, with a focus on benefiting low-income households.
Solution: d)
⢠Statement 1 is incorrect. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is focused on domestic rooftop solar installations, not large-scale solar parks for industrial consumption.
⢠Statement 2 is incorrect. While the scheme aims to provide benefits related to electricity, its primary focus is on enabling households, particularly low-income ones, to install rooftop solar systems. It is not about providing free grid electricity to all rural households unconditionally.
Statement 3 is correct. Launched in February 2024, the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is touted as the worldâs largest domestic rooftop solar initiative, aiming to bring rooftop solar to a significant number of homes, with a focus on benefiting low-income households.
⢠Question 5 of 10 5. Question 1 points With reference to the IndiaAI Mission, consider the following statements: The mission operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology. One of its primary objectives is to build indigenous foundation and language models specific to Indiaâs linguistic diversity. The mission mandates that AI infrastructure, such as GPU clusters, be exclusively reserved for public sector undertakings. The âAI Koshâ is an initiative under this mission to create an open platform for datasets. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. The IndiaAI Mission is a national program launched and managed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), not the Ministry of Science and Technology. MeitY is the lead ministry for driving the Digital India initiative and related technological missions. Statement 2 is correct. A core objective of the mission is to âMake AI in Indiaâ by fostering indigenous capabilities. This includes supporting startups and research institutions in developing India-specific AI models, such as multilingual Large Language Models (LLMs) and Voice AI models, to cater to the countryâs diverse population. Statement 3 is incorrect. The mission aims to democratize AI access through a public-private partnership (PPP) model. The goal is to make AI infrastructure and resources available to a wide range of stakeholders, including startups, academia, and private researchers, not to reserve them exclusively for public sector undertakings. Statement 4 is correct. The AI Kosh (formerly known as the Open Datasets Platform) is a key component of the missionâs infrastructure. It is designed to be a repository of high-quality, curated datasets from public sources, which are essential for training and developing robust AI models for research and governance. About India AI Mission: What it is? IndiaAI is a national program by the Government of India to develop indigenous Artificial Intelligence capabilities, infrastructure, datasets, and startups under a structured public-private partnership model. Launched by: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Launched in: Approved by Cabinet in March 2024 Objectives: Make AI in India and Make AI work for India Democratize AI access and use for governance, startups, and citizens Build indigenous foundation and language models Promote ethical, safe, and responsible AI Create a self-reliant AI innovation ecosystem Key Features: Massive Compute Boost: India now has over 34,000 GPUs, enabling training of large AI models. Foundational Model Development: Selection of startups like Sarvam AI, Soket AI, Gnani AI, and Gan AI to build India-specific multilingual LLMs and Voice AI models. AI Innovation Centre (IAIC): A leading academic institution to drive research, foundational models, and talent retention. Open Datasets Platform (AI Kosh): Over 367 datasets already uploaded; aims to improve access to public data for AI research and governance. Startup Financing & Talent Pipeline: Includes startup funding, AI labs in Tier-II cities, and AI skill development programs for graduates and postgraduates. Ethical & Safe AI: Development of frameworks for safe, trusted, and inclusive AI deployment across sectors. Global AI Leadership: Aims to place India in the top league of AI-powered nations through indigenous innovation and global collaborations. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. The IndiaAI Mission is a national program launched and managed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), not the Ministry of Science and Technology. MeitY is the lead ministry for driving the Digital India initiative and related technological missions. Statement 2 is correct. A core objective of the mission is to âMake AI in Indiaâ by fostering indigenous capabilities. This includes supporting startups and research institutions in developing India-specific AI models, such as multilingual Large Language Models (LLMs) and Voice AI models, to cater to the countryâs diverse population. Statement 3 is incorrect. The mission aims to democratize AI access through a public-private partnership (PPP) model. The goal is to make AI infrastructure and resources available to a wide range of stakeholders, including startups, academia, and private researchers, not to reserve them exclusively for public sector undertakings. Statement 4 is correct. The AI Kosh (formerly known as the Open Datasets Platform) is a key component of the missionâs infrastructure. It is designed to be a repository of high-quality, curated datasets from public sources, which are essential for training and developing robust AI models for research and governance. About India AI Mission: What it is? IndiaAI is a national program by the Government of India to develop indigenous Artificial Intelligence capabilities, infrastructure, datasets, and startups under a structured public-private partnership model. Launched by: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Launched in: Approved by Cabinet in March 2024 Objectives: Make AI in India and Make AI work for India Democratize AI access and use for governance, startups, and citizens Build indigenous foundation and language models Promote ethical, safe, and responsible AI Create a self-reliant AI innovation ecosystem Key Features: Massive Compute Boost: India now has over 34,000 GPUs, enabling training of large AI models. Foundational Model Development: Selection of startups like Sarvam AI, Soket AI, Gnani AI, and Gan AI to build India-specific multilingual LLMs and Voice AI models. AI Innovation Centre (IAIC): A leading academic institution to drive research, foundational models, and talent retention. Open Datasets Platform (AI Kosh): Over 367 datasets already uploaded; aims to improve access to public data for AI research and governance. Startup Financing & Talent Pipeline: Includes startup funding, AI labs in Tier-II cities, and AI skill development programs for graduates and postgraduates. Ethical & Safe AI: Development of frameworks for safe, trusted, and inclusive AI deployment across sectors. Global AI Leadership: Aims to place India in the top league of AI-powered nations through indigenous innovation and global collaborations.
#### 5. Question
With reference to the IndiaAI Mission, consider the following statements:
⢠The mission operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
⢠One of its primary objectives is to build indigenous foundation and language models specific to Indiaâs linguistic diversity.
⢠The mission mandates that AI infrastructure, such as GPU clusters, be exclusively reserved for public sector undertakings.
⢠The âAI Koshâ is an initiative under this mission to create an open platform for datasets.
How many of the above statements are correct?
⢠(a) Only one
⢠(b) Only two
⢠(c) Only three
⢠(d) All four
Solution: b)
⢠Statement 1 is incorrect. The IndiaAI Mission is a national program launched and managed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), not the Ministry of Science and Technology. MeitY is the lead ministry for driving the Digital India initiative and related technological missions.
⢠Statement 2 is correct. A core objective of the mission is to âMake AI in Indiaâ by fostering indigenous capabilities. This includes supporting startups and research institutions in developing India-specific AI models, such as multilingual Large Language Models (LLMs) and Voice AI models, to cater to the countryâs diverse population.
⢠Statement 3 is incorrect. The mission aims to democratize AI access through a public-private partnership (PPP) model. The goal is to make AI infrastructure and resources available to a wide range of stakeholders, including startups, academia, and private researchers, not to reserve them exclusively for public sector undertakings.
⢠Statement 4 is correct. The AI Kosh (formerly known as the Open Datasets Platform) is a key component of the missionâs infrastructure. It is designed to be a repository of high-quality, curated datasets from public sources, which are essential for training and developing robust AI models for research and governance.
About India AI Mission:
⢠What it is? IndiaAI is a national program by the Government of India to develop indigenous Artificial Intelligence capabilities, infrastructure, datasets, and startups under a structured public-private partnership model.
⢠IndiaAI is a national program by the Government of India to develop indigenous Artificial Intelligence capabilities, infrastructure, datasets, and startups under a structured public-private partnership model.
⢠Launched by: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
⢠Launched in: Approved by Cabinet in March 2024
⢠Objectives: Make AI in India and Make AI work for India Democratize AI access and use for governance, startups, and citizens Build indigenous foundation and language models Promote ethical, safe, and responsible AI Create a self-reliant AI innovation ecosystem
⢠Make AI in India and Make AI work for India
⢠Democratize AI access and use for governance, startups, and citizens
⢠Build indigenous foundation and language models
⢠Promote ethical, safe, and responsible AI
⢠Create a self-reliant AI innovation ecosystem
⢠Key Features: Massive Compute Boost: India now has over 34,000 GPUs, enabling training of large AI models. Foundational Model Development: Selection of startups like Sarvam AI, Soket AI, Gnani AI, and Gan AI to build India-specific multilingual LLMs and Voice AI models. AI Innovation Centre (IAIC): A leading academic institution to drive research, foundational models, and talent retention. Open Datasets Platform (AI Kosh): Over 367 datasets already uploaded; aims to improve access to public data for AI research and governance. Startup Financing & Talent Pipeline: Includes startup funding, AI labs in Tier-II cities, and AI skill development programs for graduates and postgraduates. Ethical & Safe AI: Development of frameworks for safe, trusted, and inclusive AI deployment across sectors. Global AI Leadership: Aims to place India in the top league of AI-powered nations through indigenous innovation and global collaborations.
⢠Massive Compute Boost: India now has over 34,000 GPUs, enabling training of large AI models.
⢠Foundational Model Development: Selection of startups like Sarvam AI, Soket AI, Gnani AI, and Gan AI to build India-specific multilingual LLMs and Voice AI models.
⢠AI Innovation Centre (IAIC): A leading academic institution to drive research, foundational models, and talent retention.
⢠Open Datasets Platform (AI Kosh): Over 367 datasets already uploaded; aims to improve access to public data for AI research and governance.
⢠Startup Financing & Talent Pipeline: Includes startup funding, AI labs in Tier-II cities, and AI skill development programs for graduates and postgraduates.
⢠Ethical & Safe AI: Development of frameworks for safe, trusted, and inclusive AI deployment across sectors.
⢠Global AI Leadership: Aims to place India in the top league of AI-powered nations through indigenous innovation and global collaborations.
Solution: b)
⢠Statement 1 is incorrect. The IndiaAI Mission is a national program launched and managed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), not the Ministry of Science and Technology. MeitY is the lead ministry for driving the Digital India initiative and related technological missions.
⢠Statement 2 is correct. A core objective of the mission is to âMake AI in Indiaâ by fostering indigenous capabilities. This includes supporting startups and research institutions in developing India-specific AI models, such as multilingual Large Language Models (LLMs) and Voice AI models, to cater to the countryâs diverse population.
⢠Statement 3 is incorrect. The mission aims to democratize AI access through a public-private partnership (PPP) model. The goal is to make AI infrastructure and resources available to a wide range of stakeholders, including startups, academia, and private researchers, not to reserve them exclusively for public sector undertakings.
⢠Statement 4 is correct. The AI Kosh (formerly known as the Open Datasets Platform) is a key component of the missionâs infrastructure. It is designed to be a repository of high-quality, curated datasets from public sources, which are essential for training and developing robust AI models for research and governance.
About India AI Mission:
⢠What it is? IndiaAI is a national program by the Government of India to develop indigenous Artificial Intelligence capabilities, infrastructure, datasets, and startups under a structured public-private partnership model.
⢠IndiaAI is a national program by the Government of India to develop indigenous Artificial Intelligence capabilities, infrastructure, datasets, and startups under a structured public-private partnership model.
⢠Launched by: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
⢠Launched in: Approved by Cabinet in March 2024
⢠Objectives: Make AI in India and Make AI work for India Democratize AI access and use for governance, startups, and citizens Build indigenous foundation and language models Promote ethical, safe, and responsible AI Create a self-reliant AI innovation ecosystem
⢠Make AI in India and Make AI work for India
⢠Democratize AI access and use for governance, startups, and citizens
⢠Build indigenous foundation and language models
⢠Promote ethical, safe, and responsible AI
⢠Create a self-reliant AI innovation ecosystem
⢠Key Features: Massive Compute Boost: India now has over 34,000 GPUs, enabling training of large AI models. Foundational Model Development: Selection of startups like Sarvam AI, Soket AI, Gnani AI, and Gan AI to build India-specific multilingual LLMs and Voice AI models. AI Innovation Centre (IAIC): A leading academic institution to drive research, foundational models, and talent retention. Open Datasets Platform (AI Kosh): Over 367 datasets already uploaded; aims to improve access to public data for AI research and governance. Startup Financing & Talent Pipeline: Includes startup funding, AI labs in Tier-II cities, and AI skill development programs for graduates and postgraduates. Ethical & Safe AI: Development of frameworks for safe, trusted, and inclusive AI deployment across sectors. Global AI Leadership: Aims to place India in the top league of AI-powered nations through indigenous innovation and global collaborations.
⢠Massive Compute Boost: India now has over 34,000 GPUs, enabling training of large AI models.
⢠Foundational Model Development: Selection of startups like Sarvam AI, Soket AI, Gnani AI, and Gan AI to build India-specific multilingual LLMs and Voice AI models.
⢠AI Innovation Centre (IAIC): A leading academic institution to drive research, foundational models, and talent retention.
⢠Open Datasets Platform (AI Kosh): Over 367 datasets already uploaded; aims to improve access to public data for AI research and governance.
⢠Startup Financing & Talent Pipeline: Includes startup funding, AI labs in Tier-II cities, and AI skill development programs for graduates and postgraduates.
⢠Ethical & Safe AI: Development of frameworks for safe, trusted, and inclusive AI deployment across sectors.
⢠Global AI Leadership: Aims to place India in the top league of AI-powered nations through indigenous innovation and global collaborations.
⢠Question 6 of 10 6. Question 1 points Which one of the following statements best describes the âDigital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address (DHRUVA)â? (a) It is a centralized database for storing the academic credentials of all Indian citizens. (b) It is a geospatial platform for real-time tracking of public transportation systems in smart cities. (c) It is a national policy framework for creating a standardized, geo-coded digital address system as a public good. (d) It is a secure communication network developed exclusively for India's defence forces. Correct Solution: c) Option (c) is the most accurate description. The DHRUVA framework, launched by the Department of Posts, aims to establish a national-level digital addressing infrastructure. Its core purpose is to create a standardized system where every address is geo-coded (linked to precise geographic coordinates) and available as a service (âAddress-as-a-Serviceâ). This is designed to be a digital public good, accessible to both public and private entities for improving services like logistics, e-commerce, banking, and emergency response. It is built on the principles of interoperability, security, and user consent, representing a foundational shift in how address information is managed in India. About DHRUVA (Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address): What is DHRUVA? DHRUVA is a national policy framework for creating a standardized, geo-coded, and digital address infrastructure, serving as Address-as-a-Service (AaaS) for secure, efficient data sharing. Launched in: May 2025, by the Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications. Objective: To transform address information management into a digital public good. Enable interoperable, secure, and user-consent-based access to address data. Foster public-private collaboration in sectors like e-governance, e-commerce, logistics, and emergency response. Key Features: DIGIPIN Integration: Builds upon the geo-tagged Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN) system for national-level consistency. Address-as-a-Service (AaaS): Allows address data to be securely managed, shared, and validated across platforms. User Autonomy: Citizens have control over their digital address data, enhancing privacy and user experience. Open and Accessible: Designed as freely accessible infrastructure for public and private stakeholders. Consent-Driven Framework: Enables address data to be shared securely, only with user approval. Significance: Geospatial Governance: Supports better planning, disaster response, and targeted public delivery. Inclusive Access: Streamlines KYC, banking, subsidy delivery, and rural service reach. Boost to Logistics & E-commerce: Improves last-mile delivery efficiency and transparency. Digital Economy Push: Aligns with Digital India and ease of living goals through smart, location-based services. Public-Private Synergy: Encourages collaborative innovation in address-linked solutions. Incorrect Solution: c) Option (c) is the most accurate description. The DHRUVA framework, launched by the Department of Posts, aims to establish a national-level digital addressing infrastructure. Its core purpose is to create a standardized system where every address is geo-coded (linked to precise geographic coordinates) and available as a service (âAddress-as-a-Serviceâ). This is designed to be a digital public good, accessible to both public and private entities for improving services like logistics, e-commerce, banking, and emergency response. It is built on the principles of interoperability, security, and user consent, representing a foundational shift in how address information is managed in India. About DHRUVA (Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address): What is DHRUVA? DHRUVA is a national policy framework for creating a standardized, geo-coded, and digital address infrastructure, serving as Address-as-a-Service (AaaS) for secure, efficient data sharing. Launched in: May 2025, by the Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications. Objective: To transform address information management into a digital public good. Enable interoperable, secure, and user-consent-based access to address data. Foster public-private collaboration in sectors like e-governance, e-commerce, logistics, and emergency response. Key Features: DIGIPIN Integration: Builds upon the geo-tagged Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN) system for national-level consistency. Address-as-a-Service (AaaS): Allows address data to be securely managed, shared, and validated across platforms. User Autonomy: Citizens have control over their digital address data, enhancing privacy and user experience. Open and Accessible: Designed as freely accessible infrastructure for public and private stakeholders. Consent-Driven Framework: Enables address data to be shared securely, only with user approval. Significance: Geospatial Governance: Supports better planning, disaster response, and targeted public delivery. Inclusive Access: Streamlines KYC, banking, subsidy delivery, and rural service reach. Boost to Logistics & E-commerce: Improves last-mile delivery efficiency and transparency. Digital Economy Push: Aligns with Digital India and ease of living goals through smart, location-based services. Public-Private Synergy: Encourages collaborative innovation in address-linked solutions.
#### 6. Question
Which one of the following statements best describes the âDigital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address (DHRUVA)â?
⢠(a) It is a centralized database for storing the academic credentials of all Indian citizens.
⢠(b) It is a geospatial platform for real-time tracking of public transportation systems in smart cities.
⢠(c) It is a national policy framework for creating a standardized, geo-coded digital address system as a public good.
⢠(d) It is a secure communication network developed exclusively for India's defence forces.
Solution: c)
Option (c) is the most accurate description.
The DHRUVA framework, launched by the Department of Posts, aims to establish a national-level digital addressing infrastructure. Its core purpose is to create a standardized system where every address is geo-coded (linked to precise geographic coordinates) and available as a service (âAddress-as-a-Serviceâ). This is designed to be a digital public good, accessible to both public and private entities for improving services like logistics, e-commerce, banking, and emergency response. It is built on the principles of interoperability, security, and user consent, representing a foundational shift in how address information is managed in India.
About DHRUVA (Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address):
⢠What is DHRUVA? DHRUVA is a national policy framework for creating a standardized, geo-coded, and digital address infrastructure, serving as Address-as-a-Service (AaaS) for secure, efficient data sharing.
⢠DHRUVA is a national policy framework for creating a standardized, geo-coded, and digital address infrastructure, serving as Address-as-a-Service (AaaS) for secure, efficient data sharing.
⢠Launched in: May 2025, by the Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications.
⢠Objective:
⢠To transform address information management into a digital public good. Enable interoperable, secure, and user-consent-based access to address data. Foster public-private collaboration in sectors like e-governance, e-commerce, logistics, and emergency response.
⢠To transform address information management into a digital public good.
⢠Enable interoperable, secure, and user-consent-based access to address data.
⢠Foster public-private collaboration in sectors like e-governance, e-commerce, logistics, and emergency response.
⢠Key Features:
⢠DIGIPIN Integration: Builds upon the geo-tagged Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN) system for national-level consistency. Address-as-a-Service (AaaS): Allows address data to be securely managed, shared, and validated across platforms. User Autonomy: Citizens have control over their digital address data, enhancing privacy and user experience. Open and Accessible: Designed as freely accessible infrastructure for public and private stakeholders. Consent-Driven Framework: Enables address data to be shared securely, only with user approval.
⢠DIGIPIN Integration: Builds upon the geo-tagged Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN) system for national-level consistency.
⢠Address-as-a-Service (AaaS): Allows address data to be securely managed, shared, and validated across platforms.
⢠User Autonomy: Citizens have control over their digital address data, enhancing privacy and user experience.
⢠Open and Accessible: Designed as freely accessible infrastructure for public and private stakeholders.
⢠Consent-Driven Framework: Enables address data to be shared securely, only with user approval.
⢠Significance:
⢠Geospatial Governance: Supports better planning, disaster response, and targeted public delivery. Inclusive Access: Streamlines KYC, banking, subsidy delivery, and rural service reach. Boost to Logistics & E-commerce: Improves last-mile delivery efficiency and transparency. Digital Economy Push: Aligns with Digital India and ease of living goals through smart, location-based services. Public-Private Synergy: Encourages collaborative innovation in address-linked solutions.
⢠Geospatial Governance: Supports better planning, disaster response, and targeted public delivery.
⢠Inclusive Access: Streamlines KYC, banking, subsidy delivery, and rural service reach.
⢠Boost to Logistics & E-commerce: Improves last-mile delivery efficiency and transparency.
⢠Digital Economy Push: Aligns with Digital India and ease of living goals through smart, location-based services.
⢠Public-Private Synergy: Encourages collaborative innovation in address-linked solutions.
Solution: c)
Option (c) is the most accurate description.
The DHRUVA framework, launched by the Department of Posts, aims to establish a national-level digital addressing infrastructure. Its core purpose is to create a standardized system where every address is geo-coded (linked to precise geographic coordinates) and available as a service (âAddress-as-a-Serviceâ). This is designed to be a digital public good, accessible to both public and private entities for improving services like logistics, e-commerce, banking, and emergency response. It is built on the principles of interoperability, security, and user consent, representing a foundational shift in how address information is managed in India.
About DHRUVA (Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address):
⢠What is DHRUVA? DHRUVA is a national policy framework for creating a standardized, geo-coded, and digital address infrastructure, serving as Address-as-a-Service (AaaS) for secure, efficient data sharing.
⢠DHRUVA is a national policy framework for creating a standardized, geo-coded, and digital address infrastructure, serving as Address-as-a-Service (AaaS) for secure, efficient data sharing.
⢠Launched in: May 2025, by the Department of Posts, under the Ministry of Communications.
⢠Objective:
⢠To transform address information management into a digital public good. Enable interoperable, secure, and user-consent-based access to address data. Foster public-private collaboration in sectors like e-governance, e-commerce, logistics, and emergency response.
⢠To transform address information management into a digital public good.
⢠Enable interoperable, secure, and user-consent-based access to address data.
⢠Foster public-private collaboration in sectors like e-governance, e-commerce, logistics, and emergency response.
⢠Key Features:
⢠DIGIPIN Integration: Builds upon the geo-tagged Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN) system for national-level consistency. Address-as-a-Service (AaaS): Allows address data to be securely managed, shared, and validated across platforms. User Autonomy: Citizens have control over their digital address data, enhancing privacy and user experience. Open and Accessible: Designed as freely accessible infrastructure for public and private stakeholders. Consent-Driven Framework: Enables address data to be shared securely, only with user approval.
⢠DIGIPIN Integration: Builds upon the geo-tagged Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN) system for national-level consistency.
⢠Address-as-a-Service (AaaS): Allows address data to be securely managed, shared, and validated across platforms.
⢠User Autonomy: Citizens have control over their digital address data, enhancing privacy and user experience.
⢠Open and Accessible: Designed as freely accessible infrastructure for public and private stakeholders.
⢠Consent-Driven Framework: Enables address data to be shared securely, only with user approval.
⢠Significance:
⢠Geospatial Governance: Supports better planning, disaster response, and targeted public delivery. Inclusive Access: Streamlines KYC, banking, subsidy delivery, and rural service reach. Boost to Logistics & E-commerce: Improves last-mile delivery efficiency and transparency. Digital Economy Push: Aligns with Digital India and ease of living goals through smart, location-based services. Public-Private Synergy: Encourages collaborative innovation in address-linked solutions.
⢠Geospatial Governance: Supports better planning, disaster response, and targeted public delivery.
⢠Inclusive Access: Streamlines KYC, banking, subsidy delivery, and rural service reach.
⢠Boost to Logistics & E-commerce: Improves last-mile delivery efficiency and transparency.
⢠Digital Economy Push: Aligns with Digital India and ease of living goals through smart, location-based services.
⢠Public-Private Synergy: Encourages collaborative innovation in address-linked solutions.
⢠Question 7 of 10 7. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding the National Florence Nightingale Awards: The awards were instituted by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The award is exclusively for nurses serving in central government hospitals. The award consists of a cash prize, a medal, and a certificate of merit. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 3 only (b) 2 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 3 only Correct Solution: d) Statement 1 is correct. The National Florence Nightingale Awards were established in 1973 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. They were created as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, to recognize and honor the contributions of nursing professionals in the country. Statement 2 is incorrect. The eligibility for these awards is broad and is not restricted to central government employees. It is open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), Staff Nurses, and Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), among others, who are engaged in nursing and public health services across the country. Nominations are submitted by state governments, Union Territories, and various healthcare institutions, reflecting the awardâs inclusive nature. Statement 3 is correct. The award is a prestigious recognition that includes multiple components to honor the recipientâs meritorious service. The awardee receives a cash prize of âš1,00,000, along with a medal and a Certificate of Merit, acknowledging their dedication, innovation, and impact on public health. About National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025: What It Is? A prestigious national award recognizing meritorious services of nurses and midwives in India. Awarded By: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Established: Instituted in the year 1973 as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Key Features: Award Components: Cash prize of âš1,00,000. Medal and Certificate of Merit. Eligibility: Open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANM), Staff Nurses, Lady Health Visitors (LHV), and others engaged in nursing and public health services. Candidates are nominated by state governments, UTs, and healthcare institutions. Selection Process: Involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels from the health sector. Based on service record, dedication, innovation, and public health impact. Awardees 2025: Recognized nurses from 15 states and UTs including Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Notably includes the Devrani sisters from Uttarakhand for their four-decade-long service. Significance: Promotes excellence in the healthcare sector by motivating frontline workers. Highlights the role of nurses in public health, maternal care, immunization, and rural outreach. Strengthens the spirit of service, empathy, and dedication, especially in resource-limited settings. Encourages more youth to pursue nursing as a noble profession, essential to Indiaâs health system resilience. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement 1 is correct. The National Florence Nightingale Awards were established in 1973 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. They were created as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, to recognize and honor the contributions of nursing professionals in the country. Statement 2 is incorrect. The eligibility for these awards is broad and is not restricted to central government employees. It is open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), Staff Nurses, and Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), among others, who are engaged in nursing and public health services across the country. Nominations are submitted by state governments, Union Territories, and various healthcare institutions, reflecting the awardâs inclusive nature. Statement 3 is correct. The award is a prestigious recognition that includes multiple components to honor the recipientâs meritorious service. The awardee receives a cash prize of âš1,00,000, along with a medal and a Certificate of Merit, acknowledging their dedication, innovation, and impact on public health. About National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025: What It Is? A prestigious national award recognizing meritorious services of nurses and midwives in India. Awarded By: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Established: Instituted in the year 1973 as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Key Features: Award Components: Cash prize of âš1,00,000. Medal and Certificate of Merit. Eligibility: Open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANM), Staff Nurses, Lady Health Visitors (LHV), and others engaged in nursing and public health services. Candidates are nominated by state governments, UTs, and healthcare institutions. Selection Process: Involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels from the health sector. Based on service record, dedication, innovation, and public health impact. Awardees 2025: Recognized nurses from 15 states and UTs including Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Notably includes the Devrani sisters from Uttarakhand for their four-decade-long service. Significance: Promotes excellence in the healthcare sector by motivating frontline workers. Highlights the role of nurses in public health, maternal care, immunization, and rural outreach. Strengthens the spirit of service, empathy, and dedication, especially in resource-limited settings. Encourages more youth to pursue nursing as a noble profession, essential to Indiaâs health system resilience.
#### 7. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the National Florence Nightingale Awards:
⢠The awards were instituted by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
⢠The award is exclusively for nurses serving in central government hospitals.
⢠The award consists of a cash prize, a medal, and a certificate of merit.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
⢠(a) 3 only
⢠(b) 2 only
⢠(c) 1, 2 and 3
⢠(d) 1 and 3 only
Solution: d)
⢠Statement 1 is correct. The National Florence Nightingale Awards were established in 1973 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. They were created as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, to recognize and honor the contributions of nursing professionals in the country.
⢠Statement 2 is incorrect. The eligibility for these awards is broad and is not restricted to central government employees. It is open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), Staff Nurses, and Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), among others, who are engaged in nursing and public health services across the country. Nominations are submitted by state governments, Union Territories, and various healthcare institutions, reflecting the awardâs inclusive nature.
⢠Statement 3 is correct. The award is a prestigious recognition that includes multiple components to honor the recipientâs meritorious service. The awardee receives a cash prize of âš1,00,000, along with a medal and a Certificate of Merit, acknowledging their dedication, innovation, and impact on public health.
About National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025:
⢠What It Is? A prestigious national award recognizing meritorious services of nurses and midwives in India.
⢠A prestigious national award recognizing meritorious services of nurses and midwives in India.
⢠Awarded By: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
⢠Established: Instituted in the year 1973 as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.
⢠Key Features: Award Components: Cash prize of âš1,00,000. Medal and Certificate of Merit. Eligibility: Open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANM), Staff Nurses, Lady Health Visitors (LHV), and others engaged in nursing and public health services. Candidates are nominated by state governments, UTs, and healthcare institutions. Selection Process: Involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels from the health sector. Based on service record, dedication, innovation, and public health impact. Awardees 2025: Recognized nurses from 15 states and UTs including Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Notably includes the Devrani sisters from Uttarakhand for their four-decade-long service. Significance: Promotes excellence in the healthcare sector by motivating frontline workers. Highlights the role of nurses in public health, maternal care, immunization, and rural outreach. Strengthens the spirit of service, empathy, and dedication, especially in resource-limited settings. Encourages more youth to pursue nursing as a noble profession, essential to Indiaâs health system resilience.
⢠Award Components: Cash prize of âš1,00,000. Medal and Certificate of Merit.
⢠Cash prize of âš1,00,000.
⢠Medal and Certificate of Merit.
⢠Eligibility: Open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANM), Staff Nurses, Lady Health Visitors (LHV), and others engaged in nursing and public health services. Candidates are nominated by state governments, UTs, and healthcare institutions.
⢠Open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANM), Staff Nurses, Lady Health Visitors (LHV), and others engaged in nursing and public health services.
⢠Candidates are nominated by state governments, UTs, and healthcare institutions.
⢠Selection Process: Involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels from the health sector. Based on service record, dedication, innovation, and public health impact.
⢠Involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels from the health sector.
⢠Based on service record, dedication, innovation, and public health impact.
⢠Awardees 2025: Recognized nurses from 15 states and UTs including Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Notably includes the Devrani sisters from Uttarakhand for their four-decade-long service.
⢠Recognized nurses from 15 states and UTs including Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
⢠Notably includes the Devrani sisters from Uttarakhand for their four-decade-long service.
⢠Significance: Promotes excellence in the healthcare sector by motivating frontline workers. Highlights the role of nurses in public health, maternal care, immunization, and rural outreach. Strengthens the spirit of service, empathy, and dedication, especially in resource-limited settings. Encourages more youth to pursue nursing as a noble profession, essential to Indiaâs health system resilience.
⢠Promotes excellence in the healthcare sector by motivating frontline workers.
⢠Highlights the role of nurses in public health, maternal care, immunization, and rural outreach.
⢠Strengthens the spirit of service, empathy, and dedication, especially in resource-limited settings.
⢠Encourages more youth to pursue nursing as a noble profession, essential to Indiaâs health system resilience.
Solution: d)
⢠Statement 1 is correct. The National Florence Nightingale Awards were established in 1973 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. They were created as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, to recognize and honor the contributions of nursing professionals in the country.
⢠Statement 2 is incorrect. The eligibility for these awards is broad and is not restricted to central government employees. It is open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), Staff Nurses, and Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), among others, who are engaged in nursing and public health services across the country. Nominations are submitted by state governments, Union Territories, and various healthcare institutions, reflecting the awardâs inclusive nature.
⢠Statement 3 is correct. The award is a prestigious recognition that includes multiple components to honor the recipientâs meritorious service. The awardee receives a cash prize of âš1,00,000, along with a medal and a Certificate of Merit, acknowledging their dedication, innovation, and impact on public health.
About National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025:
⢠What It Is? A prestigious national award recognizing meritorious services of nurses and midwives in India.
⢠A prestigious national award recognizing meritorious services of nurses and midwives in India.
⢠Awarded By: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
⢠Established: Instituted in the year 1973 as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.
⢠Key Features: Award Components: Cash prize of âš1,00,000. Medal and Certificate of Merit. Eligibility: Open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANM), Staff Nurses, Lady Health Visitors (LHV), and others engaged in nursing and public health services. Candidates are nominated by state governments, UTs, and healthcare institutions. Selection Process: Involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels from the health sector. Based on service record, dedication, innovation, and public health impact. Awardees 2025: Recognized nurses from 15 states and UTs including Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Notably includes the Devrani sisters from Uttarakhand for their four-decade-long service. Significance: Promotes excellence in the healthcare sector by motivating frontline workers. Highlights the role of nurses in public health, maternal care, immunization, and rural outreach. Strengthens the spirit of service, empathy, and dedication, especially in resource-limited settings. Encourages more youth to pursue nursing as a noble profession, essential to Indiaâs health system resilience.
⢠Award Components: Cash prize of âš1,00,000. Medal and Certificate of Merit.
⢠Cash prize of âš1,00,000.
⢠Medal and Certificate of Merit.
⢠Eligibility: Open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANM), Staff Nurses, Lady Health Visitors (LHV), and others engaged in nursing and public health services. Candidates are nominated by state governments, UTs, and healthcare institutions.
⢠Open to Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANM), Staff Nurses, Lady Health Visitors (LHV), and others engaged in nursing and public health services.
⢠Candidates are nominated by state governments, UTs, and healthcare institutions.
⢠Selection Process: Involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels from the health sector. Based on service record, dedication, innovation, and public health impact.
⢠Involves rigorous evaluation by expert panels from the health sector.
⢠Based on service record, dedication, innovation, and public health impact.
⢠Awardees 2025: Recognized nurses from 15 states and UTs including Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Notably includes the Devrani sisters from Uttarakhand for their four-decade-long service.
⢠Recognized nurses from 15 states and UTs including Delhi, Karnataka, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
⢠Notably includes the Devrani sisters from Uttarakhand for their four-decade-long service.
⢠Significance: Promotes excellence in the healthcare sector by motivating frontline workers. Highlights the role of nurses in public health, maternal care, immunization, and rural outreach. Strengthens the spirit of service, empathy, and dedication, especially in resource-limited settings. Encourages more youth to pursue nursing as a noble profession, essential to Indiaâs health system resilience.
⢠Promotes excellence in the healthcare sector by motivating frontline workers.
⢠Highlights the role of nurses in public health, maternal care, immunization, and rural outreach.
⢠Strengthens the spirit of service, empathy, and dedication, especially in resource-limited settings.
⢠Encourages more youth to pursue nursing as a noble profession, essential to Indiaâs health system resilience.
⢠Question 8 of 10 8. Question 1 points Match the following items related to the Ghatampur Thermal Power Project: Column A (Feature) Column B (Technology/System) A. NOx reduction 1. Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) B. SOx reduction 2. Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) C. Water conservation 3. Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) Select the correct answer using the code given below: A B C (a) 1 2 3 (b) 2 3 1 (c) 2 1 3 (d) 3 1 2 Correct Solution: b) NOx reduction (A) is correctly matched with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) (2). SCR is an advanced emissions control technology system used in thermal power plants. It converts nitrogen oxides (NOx), which are potent air pollutants and contributors to acid rain and smog, into diatomic nitrogen (Nâ) and water (HâO) by reacting them with a catalyst and a reducing agent like ammonia or urea. SOx reduction (B) is correctly matched with Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) (3). FGD is a set of technologies used to remove sulphur dioxide (SOâ) from the exhaust flue gases of fossil-fuel power plants. This is crucial for preventing acid rain and reducing particulate matter pollution. The Ghatampur project uses this system to control its sulphur emissions. Water conservation (C) is correctly matched with the Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system (1). ZLD is a water treatment process in which all wastewater is purified and recycled; therefore, leaving zero discharge at the end of the treatment cycle. The Ghatampur projectâs ZLD system ensures that no polluted water is released into the environment, promoting the efficient reuse and conservation of water resources. About Ghatampur Thermal Power Project: Location: The power plant is located in Ghatampur, in Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. Implementing Agency: The project is managed by Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Ltd (NUPPL) â a joint venture between: NLC India Ltd (owns 51%) and UP Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (UPRVUNL) (owns 49%). Power Capacity: The project has 3 power units, each of 660 MW. Total capacity is 1,980 MW. Total Cost: The project cost is âš21,780.94 crore. Power Distribution: 75.12% (1487.28 MW) of electricity will go to Uttar Pradesh. 24.88% (492.72 MW) will go to Assam, depending on the transfer of shares. Main Features: Efficient Technology: Uses supercritical boilers with 88.81% efficiency, which saves fuel and increases output. No Wastewater Release: The plant has a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system, so no water is released into rivers or land. Pollution Control: Uses modern systems to cut air pollution: SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) reduces harmful NOx gases. FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization) reduces SOx gases from smoke. CEMS & AAQMS track emissions and air quality 24/7. Water Saving: 288 km of canal is lined to save 195 million litres of water per day. The plant stores up to 46 lakh cubic meters of raw water. Coal Supply: Has its own coal mine producing 9 million tonnes per year. Can store coal for 30 days of full operation (10.165 lakh tonnes). Incorrect Solution: b) NOx reduction (A) is correctly matched with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) (2). SCR is an advanced emissions control technology system used in thermal power plants. It converts nitrogen oxides (NOx), which are potent air pollutants and contributors to acid rain and smog, into diatomic nitrogen (Nâ) and water (HâO) by reacting them with a catalyst and a reducing agent like ammonia or urea. SOx reduction (B) is correctly matched with Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) (3). FGD is a set of technologies used to remove sulphur dioxide (SOâ) from the exhaust flue gases of fossil-fuel power plants. This is crucial for preventing acid rain and reducing particulate matter pollution. The Ghatampur project uses this system to control its sulphur emissions. Water conservation (C) is correctly matched with the Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system (1). ZLD is a water treatment process in which all wastewater is purified and recycled; therefore, leaving zero discharge at the end of the treatment cycle. The Ghatampur projectâs ZLD system ensures that no polluted water is released into the environment, promoting the efficient reuse and conservation of water resources. About Ghatampur Thermal Power Project: Location: The power plant is located in Ghatampur, in Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. Implementing Agency: The project is managed by Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Ltd (NUPPL) â a joint venture between: NLC India Ltd (owns 51%) and UP Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (UPRVUNL) (owns 49%). Power Capacity: The project has 3 power units, each of 660 MW. Total capacity is 1,980 MW. Total Cost: The project cost is âš21,780.94 crore. Power Distribution: 75.12% (1487.28 MW) of electricity will go to Uttar Pradesh. 24.88% (492.72 MW) will go to Assam, depending on the transfer of shares. Main Features: Efficient Technology: Uses supercritical boilers with 88.81% efficiency, which saves fuel and increases output. No Wastewater Release: The plant has a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system, so no water is released into rivers or land. Pollution Control: Uses modern systems to cut air pollution: SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) reduces harmful NOx gases. FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization) reduces SOx gases from smoke. CEMS & AAQMS track emissions and air quality 24/7. Water Saving: 288 km of canal is lined to save 195 million litres of water per day. The plant stores up to 46 lakh cubic meters of raw water. Coal Supply: Has its own coal mine producing 9 million tonnes per year. Can store coal for 30 days of full operation (10.165 lakh tonnes).
#### 8. Question
Match the following items related to the Ghatampur Thermal Power Project:
Column A (Feature) | Column B (Technology/System)
A. NOx reduction | 1. Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD)
B. SOx reduction | 2. Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
C. Water conservation | 3. Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD)
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Solution: b)
⢠NOx reduction (A) is correctly matched with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) (2). SCR is an advanced emissions control technology system used in thermal power plants. It converts nitrogen oxides (NOx), which are potent air pollutants and contributors to acid rain and smog, into diatomic nitrogen (Nâ) and water (HâO) by reacting them with a catalyst and a reducing agent like ammonia or urea.
⢠SOx reduction (B) is correctly matched with Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) (3). FGD is a set of technologies used to remove sulphur dioxide (SOâ) from the exhaust flue gases of fossil-fuel power plants. This is crucial for preventing acid rain and reducing particulate matter pollution. The Ghatampur project uses this system to control its sulphur emissions.
⢠Water conservation (C) is correctly matched with the Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system (1). ZLD is a water treatment process in which all wastewater is purified and recycled; therefore, leaving zero discharge at the end of the treatment cycle. The Ghatampur projectâs ZLD system ensures that no polluted water is released into the environment, promoting the efficient reuse and conservation of water resources.
About Ghatampur Thermal Power Project:
⢠Location: The power plant is located in Ghatampur, in Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh.
⢠Implementing Agency: The project is managed by Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Ltd (NUPPL) â a joint venture between: NLC India Ltd (owns 51%) and UP Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (UPRVUNL) (owns 49%).
⢠The project is managed by Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Ltd (NUPPL) â a joint venture between: NLC India Ltd (owns 51%) and UP Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (UPRVUNL) (owns 49%).
⢠Power Capacity: The project has 3 power units, each of 660 MW. Total capacity is 1,980 MW.
⢠The project has 3 power units, each of 660 MW.
⢠Total capacity is 1,980 MW.
⢠Total Cost: The project cost is âš21,780.94 crore.
⢠Power Distribution: 75.12% (1487.28 MW) of electricity will go to Uttar Pradesh. 24.88% (492.72 MW) will go to Assam, depending on the transfer of shares.
⢠75.12% (1487.28 MW) of electricity will go to Uttar Pradesh.
⢠24.88% (492.72 MW) will go to Assam, depending on the transfer of shares.
⢠Main Features: Efficient Technology: Uses supercritical boilers with 88.81% efficiency, which saves fuel and increases output. No Wastewater Release: The plant has a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system, so no water is released into rivers or land. Pollution Control:
⢠Efficient Technology: Uses supercritical boilers with 88.81% efficiency, which saves fuel and increases output.
⢠No Wastewater Release: The plant has a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system, so no water is released into rivers or land.
⢠Pollution Control:
Uses modern systems to cut air pollution:
⢠SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) reduces harmful NOx gases. FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization) reduces SOx gases from smoke. CEMS & AAQMS track emissions and air quality 24/7. Water Saving: 288 km of canal is lined to save 195 million litres of water per day. The plant stores up to 46 lakh cubic meters of raw water. Coal Supply: Has its own coal mine producing 9 million tonnes per year. Can store coal for 30 days of full operation (10.165 lakh tonnes).
⢠SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) reduces harmful NOx gases. FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization) reduces SOx gases from smoke. CEMS & AAQMS track emissions and air quality 24/7.
⢠SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) reduces harmful NOx gases.
⢠FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization) reduces SOx gases from smoke.
⢠CEMS & AAQMS track emissions and air quality 24/7.
⢠Water Saving: 288 km of canal is lined to save 195 million litres of water per day. The plant stores up to 46 lakh cubic meters of raw water.
⢠288 km of canal is lined to save 195 million litres of water per day.
⢠The plant stores up to 46 lakh cubic meters of raw water.
⢠Coal Supply: Has its own coal mine producing 9 million tonnes per year. Can store coal for 30 days of full operation (10.165 lakh tonnes).
⢠Has its own coal mine producing 9 million tonnes per year.
⢠Can store coal for 30 days of full operation (10.165 lakh tonnes).
Solution: b)
⢠NOx reduction (A) is correctly matched with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) (2). SCR is an advanced emissions control technology system used in thermal power plants. It converts nitrogen oxides (NOx), which are potent air pollutants and contributors to acid rain and smog, into diatomic nitrogen (Nâ) and water (HâO) by reacting them with a catalyst and a reducing agent like ammonia or urea.
⢠SOx reduction (B) is correctly matched with Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) (3). FGD is a set of technologies used to remove sulphur dioxide (SOâ) from the exhaust flue gases of fossil-fuel power plants. This is crucial for preventing acid rain and reducing particulate matter pollution. The Ghatampur project uses this system to control its sulphur emissions.
⢠Water conservation (C) is correctly matched with the Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system (1). ZLD is a water treatment process in which all wastewater is purified and recycled; therefore, leaving zero discharge at the end of the treatment cycle. The Ghatampur projectâs ZLD system ensures that no polluted water is released into the environment, promoting the efficient reuse and conservation of water resources.
About Ghatampur Thermal Power Project:
⢠Location: The power plant is located in Ghatampur, in Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh.
⢠Implementing Agency: The project is managed by Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Ltd (NUPPL) â a joint venture between: NLC India Ltd (owns 51%) and UP Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (UPRVUNL) (owns 49%).
⢠The project is managed by Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Ltd (NUPPL) â a joint venture between: NLC India Ltd (owns 51%) and UP Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (UPRVUNL) (owns 49%).
⢠Power Capacity: The project has 3 power units, each of 660 MW. Total capacity is 1,980 MW.
⢠The project has 3 power units, each of 660 MW.
⢠Total capacity is 1,980 MW.
⢠Total Cost: The project cost is âš21,780.94 crore.
⢠Power Distribution: 75.12% (1487.28 MW) of electricity will go to Uttar Pradesh. 24.88% (492.72 MW) will go to Assam, depending on the transfer of shares.
⢠75.12% (1487.28 MW) of electricity will go to Uttar Pradesh.
⢠24.88% (492.72 MW) will go to Assam, depending on the transfer of shares.
⢠Main Features: Efficient Technology: Uses supercritical boilers with 88.81% efficiency, which saves fuel and increases output. No Wastewater Release: The plant has a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system, so no water is released into rivers or land. Pollution Control:
⢠Efficient Technology: Uses supercritical boilers with 88.81% efficiency, which saves fuel and increases output.
⢠No Wastewater Release: The plant has a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system, so no water is released into rivers or land.
⢠Pollution Control:
Uses modern systems to cut air pollution:
⢠SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) reduces harmful NOx gases. FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization) reduces SOx gases from smoke. CEMS & AAQMS track emissions and air quality 24/7. Water Saving: 288 km of canal is lined to save 195 million litres of water per day. The plant stores up to 46 lakh cubic meters of raw water. Coal Supply: Has its own coal mine producing 9 million tonnes per year. Can store coal for 30 days of full operation (10.165 lakh tonnes).
⢠SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) reduces harmful NOx gases. FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization) reduces SOx gases from smoke. CEMS & AAQMS track emissions and air quality 24/7.
⢠SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) reduces harmful NOx gases.
⢠FGD (Flue Gas Desulphurization) reduces SOx gases from smoke.
⢠CEMS & AAQMS track emissions and air quality 24/7.
⢠Water Saving: 288 km of canal is lined to save 195 million litres of water per day. The plant stores up to 46 lakh cubic meters of raw water.
⢠288 km of canal is lined to save 195 million litres of water per day.
⢠The plant stores up to 46 lakh cubic meters of raw water.
⢠Coal Supply: Has its own coal mine producing 9 million tonnes per year. Can store coal for 30 days of full operation (10.165 lakh tonnes).
⢠Has its own coal mine producing 9 million tonnes per year.
⢠Can store coal for 30 days of full operation (10.165 lakh tonnes).
⢠Question 9 of 10 9. Question 1 points Consider the following statements regarding thrombectomy device: Statement-I: The development of an indigenous mechanical thrombectomy device is significant for Indiaâs public health infrastructure. Statement-II: The device, by being manufactured locally, reduces import dependency and is expected to make critical stroke treatment more affordable and accessible, especially under schemes like Ayushman Bharat. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements? (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct Correct Solution: a) Statement-I is correct. The development of Indiaâs first indigenous mechanical thrombectomy device represents a major advancement for the countryâs public health infrastructure. This technology is used for treating acute ischemic stroke, a leading cause of death and disability. Having such a critical medical device produced domestically enhances the countryâs self-reliance in the high-tech medical sector and strengthens its capacity to handle neurological emergencies. Statement-II is also correct. The key benefits of this indigenous development are economic and accessibility-related. By manufacturing the device in India, the country can significantly reduce its reliance on expensive imports from other nations. This localization of production is expected to lower the cost of the device, making the life-saving thrombectomy procedure more affordable for a larger segment of the population. Its inclusion in public health programs like Ayushman Bharat would further enhance its accessibility, particularly in Tier-II and Tier-III cities. Statement-II provides the specific reasons (reduced import dependency, affordability, accessibility) that make the development mentioned in Statement-I significant. Therefore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I. About Indiaâs First Indigenous Thrombectomy Device: What is it? A Mechanical Thrombectomy Kit used to treat acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel blockage. It offers quicker and more effective recovery than traditional clot-busting drugs. Developed by: M/s S3V Vascular Technologies Limited, Mysuru â with financial assistance from the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology. How It Works: The device is put into a blocked artery in the brain during a stroke. It removes the blood clot using special tools like stent retrievers and aspiration catheters. This helps restore blood flow to the brain, preventing paralysis or permanent brain damage. Key Features: Indigenous Innovation: First Indian company to design and manufacture stroke-care tools like microcatheters, aspiration catheters, guidewires, and stent retrievers. Advanced Manufacturing: Built at Medical Devices Park, Oragadam, with an integrated facility for high-precision production. Patent-Driven R&D: Patent filings underway for innovations like clot retriever head design and advanced catheter structures. Skill Development: Offers simulator-based training programs for young doctors, especially in Tier-II cities. Global Standards: Targeting CE and USFDA certifications to enable global exports and ensure world-class quality. Why It Matters? Helps India reduce its need to import expensive stroke-care devices. Makes stroke treatment more affordable and easier to access for patients. Will be part of Ayushman Bharat, supporting public health programs. Strengthens Indiaâs global presence in medical technology. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement-I is correct. The development of Indiaâs first indigenous mechanical thrombectomy device represents a major advancement for the countryâs public health infrastructure. This technology is used for treating acute ischemic stroke, a leading cause of death and disability. Having such a critical medical device produced domestically enhances the countryâs self-reliance in the high-tech medical sector and strengthens its capacity to handle neurological emergencies. Statement-II is also correct. The key benefits of this indigenous development are economic and accessibility-related. By manufacturing the device in India, the country can significantly reduce its reliance on expensive imports from other nations. This localization of production is expected to lower the cost of the device, making the life-saving thrombectomy procedure more affordable for a larger segment of the population. Its inclusion in public health programs like Ayushman Bharat would further enhance its accessibility, particularly in Tier-II and Tier-III cities. Statement-II provides the specific reasons (reduced import dependency, affordability, accessibility) that make the development mentioned in Statement-I significant. Therefore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I. About Indiaâs First Indigenous Thrombectomy Device: What is it? A Mechanical Thrombectomy Kit used to treat acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel blockage. It offers quicker and more effective recovery than traditional clot-busting drugs. Developed by: M/s S3V Vascular Technologies Limited, Mysuru â with financial assistance from the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology. How It Works: The device is put into a blocked artery in the brain during a stroke. It removes the blood clot using special tools like stent retrievers and aspiration catheters. This helps restore blood flow to the brain, preventing paralysis or permanent brain damage. Key Features: Indigenous Innovation: First Indian company to design and manufacture stroke-care tools like microcatheters, aspiration catheters, guidewires, and stent retrievers. Advanced Manufacturing: Built at Medical Devices Park, Oragadam, with an integrated facility for high-precision production. Patent-Driven R&D: Patent filings underway for innovations like clot retriever head design and advanced catheter structures. Skill Development: Offers simulator-based training programs for young doctors, especially in Tier-II cities. Global Standards: Targeting CE and USFDA certifications to enable global exports and ensure world-class quality. Why It Matters? Helps India reduce its need to import expensive stroke-care devices. Makes stroke treatment more affordable and easier to access for patients. Will be part of Ayushman Bharat, supporting public health programs. Strengthens Indiaâs global presence in medical technology.
#### 9. Question
Consider the following statements regarding thrombectomy device:
Statement-I: The development of an indigenous mechanical thrombectomy device is significant for Indiaâs public health infrastructure.
Statement-II: The device, by being manufactured locally, reduces import dependency and is expected to make critical stroke treatment more affordable and accessible, especially under schemes like Ayushman Bharat.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
⢠(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
⢠(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
⢠(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
⢠(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Solution: a)
Statement-I is correct. The development of Indiaâs first indigenous mechanical thrombectomy device represents a major advancement for the countryâs public health infrastructure. This technology is used for treating acute ischemic stroke, a leading cause of death and disability. Having such a critical medical device produced domestically enhances the countryâs self-reliance in the high-tech medical sector and strengthens its capacity to handle neurological emergencies.
Statement-II is also correct. The key benefits of this indigenous development are economic and accessibility-related. By manufacturing the device in India, the country can significantly reduce its reliance on expensive imports from other nations. This localization of production is expected to lower the cost of the device, making the life-saving thrombectomy procedure more affordable for a larger segment of the population. Its inclusion in public health programs like Ayushman Bharat would further enhance its accessibility, particularly in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.
Statement-II provides the specific reasons (reduced import dependency, affordability, accessibility) that make the development mentioned in Statement-I significant. Therefore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.
About Indiaâs First Indigenous Thrombectomy Device:
⢠What is it? A Mechanical Thrombectomy Kit used to treat acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel blockage. It offers quicker and more effective recovery than traditional clot-busting drugs.
⢠A Mechanical Thrombectomy Kit used to treat acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel blockage. It offers quicker and more effective recovery than traditional clot-busting drugs.
⢠Developed by: M/s S3V Vascular Technologies Limited, Mysuru â with financial assistance from the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology.
⢠How It Works:
⢠The device is put into a blocked artery in the brain during a stroke. It removes the blood clot using special tools like stent retrievers and aspiration catheters. This helps restore blood flow to the brain, preventing paralysis or permanent brain damage.
⢠The device is put into a blocked artery in the brain during a stroke.
⢠It removes the blood clot using special tools like stent retrievers and aspiration catheters.
⢠This helps restore blood flow to the brain, preventing paralysis or permanent brain damage.
⢠Key Features: Indigenous Innovation: First Indian company to design and manufacture stroke-care tools like microcatheters, aspiration catheters, guidewires, and stent retrievers. Advanced Manufacturing: Built at Medical Devices Park, Oragadam, with an integrated facility for high-precision production. Patent-Driven R&D: Patent filings underway for innovations like clot retriever head design and advanced catheter structures. Skill Development: Offers simulator-based training programs for young doctors, especially in Tier-II cities. Global Standards: Targeting CE and USFDA certifications to enable global exports and ensure world-class quality.
⢠Indigenous Innovation: First Indian company to design and manufacture stroke-care tools like microcatheters, aspiration catheters, guidewires, and stent retrievers.
⢠Advanced Manufacturing: Built at Medical Devices Park, Oragadam, with an integrated facility for high-precision production.
⢠Patent-Driven R&D: Patent filings underway for innovations like clot retriever head design and advanced catheter structures.
⢠Skill Development: Offers simulator-based training programs for young doctors, especially in Tier-II cities.
⢠Global Standards: Targeting CE and USFDA certifications to enable global exports and ensure world-class quality.
⢠Why It Matters?
⢠Helps India reduce its need to import expensive stroke-care devices. Makes stroke treatment more affordable and easier to access for patients. Will be part of Ayushman Bharat, supporting public health programs. Strengthens Indiaâs global presence in medical technology.
⢠Helps India reduce its need to import expensive stroke-care devices.
⢠Makes stroke treatment more affordable and easier to access for patients.
⢠Will be part of Ayushman Bharat, supporting public health programs.
⢠Strengthens Indiaâs global presence in medical technology.
Solution: a)
Statement-I is correct. The development of Indiaâs first indigenous mechanical thrombectomy device represents a major advancement for the countryâs public health infrastructure. This technology is used for treating acute ischemic stroke, a leading cause of death and disability. Having such a critical medical device produced domestically enhances the countryâs self-reliance in the high-tech medical sector and strengthens its capacity to handle neurological emergencies.
Statement-II is also correct. The key benefits of this indigenous development are economic and accessibility-related. By manufacturing the device in India, the country can significantly reduce its reliance on expensive imports from other nations. This localization of production is expected to lower the cost of the device, making the life-saving thrombectomy procedure more affordable for a larger segment of the population. Its inclusion in public health programs like Ayushman Bharat would further enhance its accessibility, particularly in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.
Statement-II provides the specific reasons (reduced import dependency, affordability, accessibility) that make the development mentioned in Statement-I significant. Therefore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.
About Indiaâs First Indigenous Thrombectomy Device:
⢠What is it? A Mechanical Thrombectomy Kit used to treat acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel blockage. It offers quicker and more effective recovery than traditional clot-busting drugs.
⢠A Mechanical Thrombectomy Kit used to treat acute ischemic stroke caused by large vessel blockage. It offers quicker and more effective recovery than traditional clot-busting drugs.
⢠Developed by: M/s S3V Vascular Technologies Limited, Mysuru â with financial assistance from the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology.
⢠How It Works:
⢠The device is put into a blocked artery in the brain during a stroke. It removes the blood clot using special tools like stent retrievers and aspiration catheters. This helps restore blood flow to the brain, preventing paralysis or permanent brain damage.
⢠The device is put into a blocked artery in the brain during a stroke.
⢠It removes the blood clot using special tools like stent retrievers and aspiration catheters.
⢠This helps restore blood flow to the brain, preventing paralysis or permanent brain damage.
⢠Key Features: Indigenous Innovation: First Indian company to design and manufacture stroke-care tools like microcatheters, aspiration catheters, guidewires, and stent retrievers. Advanced Manufacturing: Built at Medical Devices Park, Oragadam, with an integrated facility for high-precision production. Patent-Driven R&D: Patent filings underway for innovations like clot retriever head design and advanced catheter structures. Skill Development: Offers simulator-based training programs for young doctors, especially in Tier-II cities. Global Standards: Targeting CE and USFDA certifications to enable global exports and ensure world-class quality.
⢠Indigenous Innovation: First Indian company to design and manufacture stroke-care tools like microcatheters, aspiration catheters, guidewires, and stent retrievers.
⢠Advanced Manufacturing: Built at Medical Devices Park, Oragadam, with an integrated facility for high-precision production.
⢠Patent-Driven R&D: Patent filings underway for innovations like clot retriever head design and advanced catheter structures.
⢠Skill Development: Offers simulator-based training programs for young doctors, especially in Tier-II cities.
⢠Global Standards: Targeting CE and USFDA certifications to enable global exports and ensure world-class quality.
⢠Why It Matters?
⢠Helps India reduce its need to import expensive stroke-care devices. Makes stroke treatment more affordable and easier to access for patients. Will be part of Ayushman Bharat, supporting public health programs. Strengthens Indiaâs global presence in medical technology.
⢠Helps India reduce its need to import expensive stroke-care devices.
⢠Makes stroke treatment more affordable and easier to access for patients.
⢠Will be part of Ayushman Bharat, supporting public health programs.
⢠Strengthens Indiaâs global presence in medical technology.
⢠Question 10 of 10 10. Question 1 points The International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation, 2025, was held with the support of the United Nations. With reference to this conference, consider the following statements: The conference was held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. One of its objectives was to propose the formation of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund. The year 2025 was declared as the International Year of Glacier Preservation by a UN Resolution. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: d) Statement 1 is correct. The high-level global summit, the International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation, was held in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. Tajikistan, a country with significant glacial resources, has been proactive in championing global action on water and cryosphere preservation. Statement 2 is correct. A key proposal and objective of the conference was the establishment of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund. This fund is envisioned to provide long-term, sustainable financing for projects related to glacier monitoring, research, risk mitigation in glacial zones, and adaptation strategies for communities that depend on glacial meltwater. Statement 3 is correct. The conference and its associated activities are part of a larger global focus. The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciersâ Preservation. This declaration aims to raise global awareness, galvanize political will, and accelerate action to address the rapid retreat of glaciers due to climate change. About International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation â 2025: What is it? A high-level global summit focusing on urgent action to combat glacier retreat and ensure sustainable freshwater supplies from cryospheric sources. Held in: Dushanbe, Tajikistan Organised by: Republic of Tajikistan, with support from United Nations agencies Declared under: UN Resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciersâ Preservation Objectives: Promote climate-resilient water resource management. Raise global awareness of the threats posed by glacier melt. Encourage strong multilateral climate action aligned with the Paris Agreement and SDGs. Key Features: Scientific Collaboration: Foster glacier monitoring, cryospheric data sharing, and research coordination across nations. Policy Integration: Align NDCs and NAPs with practical water governance and climate-resilient investments. Early Warning Systems: Develop roadmaps for mountain-specific climate risk prediction and disaster response. Knowledge Exchange: Disseminate best practices, case studies, and adaptive innovations in glacial risk zones. Gender Inclusion: Promote womenâs participation in glacier-related water policy and decision-making. UN Trust Fund: Propose formation of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund for long-term financing. Urban Water Security: Prioritize resilient urban and agricultural water supply systems through smart investments. Expected Impact: Ensure targeted hydro-meteorological services for glacier-reliant communities and boost global cryosphere protection efforts. Incorrect Solution: d) Statement 1 is correct. The high-level global summit, the International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation, was held in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. Tajikistan, a country with significant glacial resources, has been proactive in championing global action on water and cryosphere preservation. Statement 2 is correct. A key proposal and objective of the conference was the establishment of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund. This fund is envisioned to provide long-term, sustainable financing for projects related to glacier monitoring, research, risk mitigation in glacial zones, and adaptation strategies for communities that depend on glacial meltwater. Statement 3 is correct. The conference and its associated activities are part of a larger global focus. The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciersâ Preservation. This declaration aims to raise global awareness, galvanize political will, and accelerate action to address the rapid retreat of glaciers due to climate change. About International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation â 2025: What is it? A high-level global summit focusing on urgent action to combat glacier retreat and ensure sustainable freshwater supplies from cryospheric sources. Held in: Dushanbe, Tajikistan Organised by: Republic of Tajikistan, with support from United Nations agencies Declared under: UN Resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciersâ Preservation Objectives: Promote climate-resilient water resource management. Raise global awareness of the threats posed by glacier melt. Encourage strong multilateral climate action aligned with the Paris Agreement and SDGs. Key Features: Scientific Collaboration: Foster glacier monitoring, cryospheric data sharing, and research coordination across nations. Policy Integration: Align NDCs and NAPs with practical water governance and climate-resilient investments. Early Warning Systems: Develop roadmaps for mountain-specific climate risk prediction and disaster response. Knowledge Exchange: Disseminate best practices, case studies, and adaptive innovations in glacial risk zones. Gender Inclusion: Promote womenâs participation in glacier-related water policy and decision-making. UN Trust Fund: Propose formation of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund for long-term financing. Urban Water Security: Prioritize resilient urban and agricultural water supply systems through smart investments. Expected Impact: Ensure targeted hydro-meteorological services for glacier-reliant communities and boost global cryosphere protection efforts.
#### 10. Question
The International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation, 2025, was held with the support of the United Nations. With reference to this conference, consider the following statements:
⢠The conference was held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
⢠One of its objectives was to propose the formation of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund.
⢠The year 2025 was declared as the International Year of Glacier Preservation by a UN Resolution.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
⢠(a) 1 and 2 only
⢠(b) 2 and 3 only
⢠(c) 1 and 3 only
⢠(d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: d)
Statement 1 is correct. The high-level global summit, the International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation, was held in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. Tajikistan, a country with significant glacial resources, has been proactive in championing global action on water and cryosphere preservation.
Statement 2 is correct. A key proposal and objective of the conference was the establishment of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund. This fund is envisioned to provide long-term, sustainable financing for projects related to glacier monitoring, research, risk mitigation in glacial zones, and adaptation strategies for communities that depend on glacial meltwater.
Statement 3 is correct. The conference and its associated activities are part of a larger global focus. The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciersâ Preservation. This declaration aims to raise global awareness, galvanize political will, and accelerate action to address the rapid retreat of glaciers due to climate change.
About International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation â 2025:
⢠What is it? A high-level global summit focusing on urgent action to combat glacier retreat and ensure sustainable freshwater supplies from cryospheric sources.
⢠A high-level global summit focusing on urgent action to combat glacier retreat and ensure sustainable freshwater supplies from cryospheric sources.
⢠Held in: Dushanbe, Tajikistan
⢠Organised by: Republic of Tajikistan, with support from United Nations agencies
⢠Declared under: UN Resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciersâ Preservation
⢠Objectives:
⢠Promote climate-resilient water resource management. Raise global awareness of the threats posed by glacier melt. Encourage strong multilateral climate action aligned with the Paris Agreement and SDGs.
⢠Promote climate-resilient water resource management.
⢠Raise global awareness of the threats posed by glacier melt.
⢠Encourage strong multilateral climate action aligned with the Paris Agreement and SDGs.
⢠Key Features:
⢠Scientific Collaboration: Foster glacier monitoring, cryospheric data sharing, and research coordination across nations. Policy Integration: Align NDCs and NAPs with practical water governance and climate-resilient investments. Early Warning Systems: Develop roadmaps for mountain-specific climate risk prediction and disaster response. Knowledge Exchange: Disseminate best practices, case studies, and adaptive innovations in glacial risk zones. Gender Inclusion: Promote womenâs participation in glacier-related water policy and decision-making. UN Trust Fund: Propose formation of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund for long-term financing. Urban Water Security: Prioritize resilient urban and agricultural water supply systems through smart investments. Expected Impact: Ensure targeted hydro-meteorological services for glacier-reliant communities and boost global cryosphere protection efforts.
⢠Scientific Collaboration: Foster glacier monitoring, cryospheric data sharing, and research coordination across nations.
⢠Policy Integration: Align NDCs and NAPs with practical water governance and climate-resilient investments.
⢠Early Warning Systems: Develop roadmaps for mountain-specific climate risk prediction and disaster response.
⢠Knowledge Exchange: Disseminate best practices, case studies, and adaptive innovations in glacial risk zones.
⢠Gender Inclusion: Promote womenâs participation in glacier-related water policy and decision-making.
⢠UN Trust Fund: Propose formation of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund for long-term financing.
⢠Urban Water Security: Prioritize resilient urban and agricultural water supply systems through smart investments.
⢠Expected Impact: Ensure targeted hydro-meteorological services for glacier-reliant communities and boost global cryosphere protection efforts.
Solution: d)
Statement 1 is correct. The high-level global summit, the International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation, was held in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. Tajikistan, a country with significant glacial resources, has been proactive in championing global action on water and cryosphere preservation.
Statement 2 is correct. A key proposal and objective of the conference was the establishment of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund. This fund is envisioned to provide long-term, sustainable financing for projects related to glacier monitoring, research, risk mitigation in glacial zones, and adaptation strategies for communities that depend on glacial meltwater.
Statement 3 is correct. The conference and its associated activities are part of a larger global focus. The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciersâ Preservation. This declaration aims to raise global awareness, galvanize political will, and accelerate action to address the rapid retreat of glaciers due to climate change.
About International Conference on Glaciersâ Preservation â 2025:
⢠What is it? A high-level global summit focusing on urgent action to combat glacier retreat and ensure sustainable freshwater supplies from cryospheric sources.
⢠A high-level global summit focusing on urgent action to combat glacier retreat and ensure sustainable freshwater supplies from cryospheric sources.
⢠Held in: Dushanbe, Tajikistan
⢠Organised by: Republic of Tajikistan, with support from United Nations agencies
⢠Declared under: UN Resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciersâ Preservation
⢠Objectives:
⢠Promote climate-resilient water resource management. Raise global awareness of the threats posed by glacier melt. Encourage strong multilateral climate action aligned with the Paris Agreement and SDGs.
⢠Promote climate-resilient water resource management.
⢠Raise global awareness of the threats posed by glacier melt.
⢠Encourage strong multilateral climate action aligned with the Paris Agreement and SDGs.
⢠Key Features:
⢠Scientific Collaboration: Foster glacier monitoring, cryospheric data sharing, and research coordination across nations. Policy Integration: Align NDCs and NAPs with practical water governance and climate-resilient investments. Early Warning Systems: Develop roadmaps for mountain-specific climate risk prediction and disaster response. Knowledge Exchange: Disseminate best practices, case studies, and adaptive innovations in glacial risk zones. Gender Inclusion: Promote womenâs participation in glacier-related water policy and decision-making. UN Trust Fund: Propose formation of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund for long-term financing. Urban Water Security: Prioritize resilient urban and agricultural water supply systems through smart investments. Expected Impact: Ensure targeted hydro-meteorological services for glacier-reliant communities and boost global cryosphere protection efforts.
⢠Scientific Collaboration: Foster glacier monitoring, cryospheric data sharing, and research coordination across nations.
⢠Policy Integration: Align NDCs and NAPs with practical water governance and climate-resilient investments.
⢠Early Warning Systems: Develop roadmaps for mountain-specific climate risk prediction and disaster response.
⢠Knowledge Exchange: Disseminate best practices, case studies, and adaptive innovations in glacial risk zones.
⢠Gender Inclusion: Promote womenâs participation in glacier-related water policy and decision-making.
⢠UN Trust Fund: Propose formation of a UN-supported Glacier Preservation Fund for long-term financing.
⢠Urban Water Security: Prioritize resilient urban and agricultural water supply systems through smart investments.
⢠Expected Impact: Ensure targeted hydro-meteorological services for glacier-reliant communities and boost global cryosphere protection efforts.
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