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4. Which of the following programmes is implemented under Lakhpati Didi Initiative, recently seen in the news? (a) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (b) Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (c) National Rural Health Mission (d) National Social Assistance Programme Answer: (b) Explanation: The Lakhpati Didi Initiative is implemented under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), which is administered by the Ministry of Rural Development. The initiative aims to enable women members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to achieve a sustainable annual household income of ₹1 lakh or more, with an average monthly income exceeding ₹10,000 over multiple agricultural seasons or business cycles. Under DAY-NRLM, the initiative promotes: Diversified livelihood opportunities, including agriculture, livestock, and village-based micro-enterprises Capacity building and skill development through structured training and handholding Access to institutional credit and financial assistance Market linkages and value chain support The programme focuses on individual SHG women rather than the group as a whole. The Government has set a revised target of creating 6 crore Lakhpati Didis by March 2029. Source: PIB 5. With reference to the Indian Grey Hornbill, consider the following statements: It is primarily an arboreal bird and feeds mainly on fruits. It is found throughout India, including Assam. It plays an important ecological role as a seed disperser. It is classified as Endangered under the IUCN Red List. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only Answer: (a) Explanation: Statement 1 is correct: The Indian Grey Hornbill is largely arboreal, spending most of its time on trees. Its diet mainly consists of fruits, particularly figs, although it may also feed on insects and small animals. Statement 2 is incorrect: The species is widely distributed across the Indian subcontinent, but it is generally absent from Assam. Therefore, it is not found throughout India. Statement 3 is correct: The bird plays a crucial ecological role as a seed disperser. By consuming fruits and dispersing seeds through its droppings, it contributes to forest regeneration and ecosystem stability. Statement 4 is incorrect: The IUCN Red List categorises the Indian Grey Hornbill as Least Concern, not Endangered. Source: The Hindu

Mega Quiz with correct Answer & Explanation 1. With reference to the Dibang River, consider the following statements: It originates in India and flows entirely within Arunachal Pradesh. It is a tributary of the Brahmaputra River. The Dibang Multipurpose Project is being constructed on this river. The river joins the Brahmaputra in the plains of Assam. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: (b) Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect: The Dibang River does not originate in India. It originates in the glacial regions of Tibet (China) and then flows into Arunachal Pradesh. Therefore, it does not flow entirely within India. Statement 2 is correct: The Dibang River is a major tributary of the Brahmaputra River. Statement 3 is correct: The Dibang Multipurpose Hydropower Project (2,880 MW) is being constructed on this river in Arunachal Pradesh. Statement 4 is correct: After flowing through Arunachal Pradesh, the river enters Assam, where it joins the Brahmaputra system in the plains (after merging with the Lohit and Siang to form the main Brahmaputra channel). Source: India Today 2. With reference to the World Food Programme (WFP), consider the following statements: It is a specialized agency of the United Nations funded entirely through assessed contributions from member states. It is governed by an Executive Board consisting of 36 member countries. The Executive Director of WFP is appointed jointly by the United Nations Secretary-General and the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization. Its operations are aligned with the objective of achieving Sustainable Development Goal 2. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: (b) Explanation Statement 1 is incorrect: The World Food Programme is not funded through assessed (mandatory) contributions. It is financed entirely through voluntary donations from governments, international organizations, corporations and private donors. This makes its funding structure unique and sometimes uncertain. Statement 2 is correct: WFP is governed by an Executive Board of 36 Member States, which provides policy direction, oversight and intergovernmental support. Statement 3 is correct: The Executive Director of WFP is appointed jointly by the UN Secretary-General and the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for a fixed term. Statement 4 is correct: WFP’s work is aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger), which aims to end hunger, achieve food security, improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture by 2030. Source: PIB 3. Which of the following is a mission of CHaracterising ExOPlanet Satellite (CHEOPS), recently seen in the news? (a) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) (b) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) (c) European Space Agency (ESA) (d) Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Answer: (c) Explanation: The CHaracterising ExOPlanet Satellite (CHEOPS) is a space mission of the European Space Agency (ESA), launched on 18 December 2019. Its primary objective is to conduct high-precision observations of known exoplanets by measuring their size (radius) as they transit across their host stars. Unlike many missions that search for new planets, CHEOPS focuses on characterising already discovered exoplanets, particularly those in the super-Earth to Neptune size range. The satellite operates in a Sun-synchronous orbit about 700 km above Earth and carries a single scientific instrument—a high-precision photometer. When its size measurements are combined with mass data from ground-based observations, scientists can determine the density of exoplanets, which provides insights into whether they are rocky, gaseous, or water-rich. Source: Space Daily

With reference to the Indian Grey Hornbill, consider the following statements: It is primarily an arboreal bird and feeds mainly on fruits. It is found throughout India, including Assam. It plays an important ecological role as a seed disperser. It is classified as Endangered under the IUCN Red List.

With reference to the World Food Programme (WFP), consider the following statements: It is a specialized agency of the United Nations funded entirely through assessed contributions from member states. It is governed by an Executive Board consisting of 36 member countries. The Executive Director of WFP is appointed jointly by the United Nations Secretary-General and the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization. Its operations are aligned with the objective of achieving Sustainable Development Goal 2.

With reference to the Dibang River, consider the following statements: It originates in India and flows entirely within Arunachal Pradesh. It is a tributary of the Brahmaputra River. The Dibang Multipurpose Project is being constructed on this river. The river joins the Brahmaputra in the plains of Assam.

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