November, 2024
The ‘Namo Drone Didi’ scheme, recently approved by the Government, aims to provide drones to which group?
  • Women Self Help Groups (SHGs)
  • Agricultural Cooperatives of northeastern India
  • Educational Institutions
  • Youth Organizations
Explanation: The ‘Namo Drone Didi’ scheme allocates ₹1261 Crores to empower 14,500 Women Self Help Groups, providing drones for agricultural services. It aims to enhance farming efficiency and create sustainable livelihoods.
What is the name of the weather phenomenon that recently caused catastrophic flooding in Spain?
  • DANA storm
  • El Niño
  • La Niña
  • None of the Above
Explanation: The DANA storm in October 2024 caused severe flooding in Spain, leading to over 200 fatalities. The storm resulted from the clash of warm Mediterranean air and cold polar air, intensified by climate change.
Which state has recently approved a 35% reservation for women in all state government recruitments?
  • Odisha
  • Jharkhand
  • Madhya Pradesh
  • Rajasthan
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh has approved 35% reservation for women in all state government recruitments under Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Deputy CM Rajendra Shukla, aiming to empower women and boost economic growth.
Common Cat Snake, recently discovered in Valmiki Tiger Reserve, is endemic to which region?
  • South America
  • South Asia
  • North Africa
  • Australia
Explanation: The Common Cat Snake (Boiga trigonata), discovered in Valmiki Tiger Reserve, Bihar, is endemic to South Asia. Venomous but not highly dangerous, it inhabits various forests and is classified as “Least Concern.”
Recently, Maia Sandu has been elected as the president of which country?
  • Belgium
  • Moldova
  • Czechia
  • Spain
Explanation: Maia Sandu was re-elected President of Moldova with 55.26% of the vote, defeating Alexandr Stoianoglo. She gained strong support from Moldovans abroad despite criticism from Russia’s foreign ministry.
Recently, researchers discovered a new fire-resilient species of Dicliptera in which region of India?
  • Eastern Ghats
  • Western Ghats
  • Northeastern
  • Himalayas
Explanation: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has launched a patented mechanical passive motion machine. It is designed to help patients with motor disabilities by aiding in joint mobility and rehabilitation.
What type of missile is the HAWK missile, developed by American defence company Raytheon?
  • Ground-to-air missile
    • Explanation: Taiwan's Defense Minister noted that the U.S. will decide the fate of Taiwan's decommissioned HAWK anti-aircraft missiles. The HAWK MIM-23, a low-to-medium-altitude missile, was phased out by the U.S. in 2002.