26 OCTOBER 2024

26 OCTOBER 2024

1. Which of the following statements are true regarding the food testing kiosks in Bengaluru?
1. The kiosks use FSSAI-approved tools, including a “magic box” and rapid testing kits to detect adulterants.
2. The kiosks only test processed food items such as ghee, paneer, and butter.
3. FSSAI-trained workers at each kiosk conduct on-the-spot testing of samples brought by the public.
4. In a recent inspection, 5 out of 230 ghee samples tested were found unsafe, although none contained animal fat.
Select the correct answer:
A. 1, 3, and 4
B. 1 and 4 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, and 3 only
2. Which of the following statements are true?
1. Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) has partnered with Sarla Aviation to introduce electric air taxi services between Electronics City and Kempegowda International Airport
2. Sarla Aviation is a Bengaluru-based startup named after Sarla Thakral, India’s first licensed female pilot
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1&2
D. Neither 1nor2
3. Which of the following statements are true regarding the recent updates to the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana?
1. Loans up to ₹20 lakh under PMMY now have guarantee coverage under the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU).
2. The “Tarun Plus” category under PMMY is for new entrepreneurs starting their first business.
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1&2
D. Neither 1nor2
4. Which of the following statements are true regarding recent ISRO-DBT agreement?
1. The recent ISRO-DBT agreement focuses on experiments related to biotechnology in a space environment.
2. The Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) is expected to be operational by 2025.
3. The BIOE3 Policy aims to enhance India’s bio-economy to $300 billion by 2030.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
5.Which of the following statements are true regarding Chanakya Defence Dialogue?
1. The Chanakya Defence Dialogue is organized by the Indian Navy.
2. This year’s theme focuses on “Drivers in Nation Building: Fuelling Growth Through Comprehensive Security.”
3. The dialogue will feature six expert-led sessions addressing critical aspects of comprehensive security.
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. 1 and 3
D. 2 and 3