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Question 1
Name Scotland's first Muslim minister, who resigned after 13 months in office.

A Anas Sarwar

B Hamza Yousaf

C Sadiq Khan

D Alex Salman

Correct Answer: Option B

Scotland's first Muslim First minister resigned after 13 months in office.
On 29 April, British Pakistani Scottish First Minister Hamza Yousaf announced his
resignation ahead of two no-confidence votes tabled this week, one against him and
one against his government.
Hamza has also left the post of Scottish National Party (SNP) leader.

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Yousaf's leadership has come under criticism after the collapse of the SNP's coalition
with the Scottish Greens, leading to two motions of no confidence from opposition
parties this weekend.
Hence, (b) is the correct answer.

Question 2
Representatives of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) are observers in
the Nilgiri Tahr survey that began on April 29 in __________.

A Uttar Pradesh

B Karnataka

C Madhya Pradesh

D Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option D

IUCN representatives will be observers in the Nilgiri Tahr survey in Tamil Nadu.
From April 29, the Tamil Nadu Government will execute a synchronized survey of the
state animal with a resolve to remove the Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius) from
endangered status.
The three-day exercise is being conducted to estimate the population of Tahrs, which
once roamed the length and breadth of the Anamalai and Nilgiri landscapes.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has listed this animal as an
endangered species and protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act,
1972.
Hence, (d) is the correct answer.

Question 3
AstraZeneca admits its Covid vaccine___________, can cause rare side effects.

A Covaxin

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B Sputnik-V

C Novavax

D Covishield

Correct Answer: Option D

AstraZeneca admits its Covid vaccine, Covishield, can cause rare side effects.
For the first time, UK pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca admits in court that its Covid
vaccine, Covishield, can cause rare side effects known as Thrombosis with
Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS).
AstraZeneca is facing allegations of severe harm and deaths caused by the vaccine.
AstraZeneca developed the vaccine in collaboration with the University of Oxford to
develop Covishield.
Jamie Scott claimed that after the vaccination in April 2021, he suffered a blood clot
that left him unable to work.
51 cases have been lodged in the High Court, with victims and grieving relatives seeking
damages estimated to be worth up to £100 million.
Hence, (d) is the correct answer.

Question 4
Ayushman Bharat Day is celebrated every year_____________.

A 25 April

B 24 April

C 29 April

D 30 April

Correct Answer: Option D

Ayushman Bharat Day is celebrated every year on 30th April.
It is observed to raise awareness about its Ayushman Bharat Yojana. Its main aim is to
transform the lives of people.

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Under this scheme, the Indian government wants to ensure that everyone has access to
affordable, high-quality healthcare.
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana was launched to give free treatment in
government hospitals and clinics to needy individuals.
Under this scheme, free health care coverage of Rs 5 lakh is provided to more than
10.74 crore poor and vulnerable families.
Hence, (d) is the correct answer.

Question 5
On 30 April 2024, India and Croatia organised _____ session of Foreign Office Consultations in
New Delhi.

A 10th

B 11th

C 12th

D 13th

Correct Answer: Option B

On 30 April 2024, India and Croatia organised the 11th session of Foreign Office
Consultations in New Delhi.
During the Consultations, both sides discussed views on regional and global issues of
mutual interest.
They comprehensively reviewed current bilateral relations.
They also reviewed strengthening of cooperation in fields of trade and economy,
defence and maritime, science and technology, innovation, tourism and culture.
They also emphasized the importance of strengthening people-to-people and cultural
exchanges.
Pavan Kapoor, Secretary (West) led the Indian side during the Foreign Office
Consultations.
Hence, (b) is the correct answer.

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Question 6
Embassy of India, Kathmandu organised Post Investment Summit India-Nepal B2B Meet after
the ______ Nepal Investment Summit.

A First

B Second

C Third

D Fourth

Correct Answer: Option C

Embassy of India, Kathmandu organised Post Investment Summit India-Nepal B2B
Meet.
Embassy of India, Kathmandu organised the B2B meeting after the third Nepal
Investment Summit in Kathmandu Valley.
The B2B meeting was organised in collaboration with the Investment Board of Nepal
(IBN) and Nepal India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI).
35 delegates from the Millenium India International Chamber of Commerce and
Industry (MICCIA) and Nepal India Chamber of Commerce and Industry attended the
B2B meeting.
During the B2B meeting, a MoU for cooperation between MICCIA and NICCI was signed.
Hence, (c) is the correct answer.

Question 7
The growth of the core sector has slowed to ___________in March from 7.1% in February.

A 5.2%

B 6.7%

C 7.5%

D 4.8%

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Correct Answer: Option A

India's core sector growth declined to 5.2% in March.
The growth of the core sector has slowed to 5.2% in March from 7.1% in February.
In March, coal (8.7 per cent), crude oil (2 per cent), natural gas (6.3 per cent) and steel
(5.5 per cent) declined.
The output of refinery products (-0.3 per cent) and fertilisers (-1.3 per cent) contracted
during March.
The Output of cement and electricity increased by 10.6% and 8%, respectively, in March.
The core sector witnessed a growth of 4.2 per cent in March 2023.
Electricity generation showed a positive growth expansion in March and maintained a
robust pace in April.
Hence, (a) is the correct answer.

Question 8
Which has developed a 3D-printed dummy ballot unit?

A IIT Kanpur

B IIT Guwahati

C IIT Delhi

D IIT Mumbai

Correct Answer: Option B

IIT Guwahati has developed a 3D-printed dummy ballot unit.
The Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation of Kamrup Election
District has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati to develop an
inventive 3D-printed dummy ballot unit.
The 3D-printed dummy ballot unit's main objective is to inform citizens, mainly first-time
voters and senior citizens, about the voting process.
This dummy ballot unit was created using 3D printing technology and PLA, a
biodegradable material derived from corn starch.
It was created by researchers at IIT Guwahati in merely 48 hours.

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The dummy ballot seeks maximum voter participation by offering a practical

experience.
It has unique interactive elements such as sound and light output indicators to assist
users during the voting process.
Hence, (b) is the correct answer.

Question 9
Which of the following statements is correct?
1. The government will replace the existing Explosives Act of 1884 with Explosives Bill 2024.
2. Under the new law, If a license holder, violates regulations he/she could face imprisonment
for up to three years, a fine of Rs 1,00,000, or both.

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A 1 only

B 2 only

C 1 and 2

D None of the above

Correct Answer: Option C

The government is planning to replace the existing Explosives Act of 1884.
To further promote ease of doing business, the government will replace the existing
Explosives Act of 1884 with a new law.
Government introduces the draft Explosives Bill 2024 to replace the Explosives Act, of
1884.
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has proposed
increasing the fines for violating of regulations.
Under the new law, If a license holder, violates regulations he/she could face
imprisonment for up to three years, a fine of Rs 1,00,000, or both.
Under the provisions of the new bill, if someone is found in possession, using, selling, or
transporting any explosive, they may face imprisonment for up to two years, a fine of Rs
50,000, or both.
Hence, (c) is the correct answer.

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Question 10
On 30 April 2024, the Ruang volcano in ___________ erupted.

A Indonesia

B Ecuador

C Japan

D Peru

Correct Answer: Option A

On 30 April 2024, the Ruang volcano in Indonesia erupted.
Indonesia’s Ruang volcano is located off the island of Sulawesi.
When it erupted earlier this month, the airport was closed and hundreds of people had
to be evacuated.
Following the eruption on 30 April, the Centre for Volcanology and Geological Hazard
Mitigation in Indonesia increased the alert level to the highest.
There are more than 800 people living on the island of Ruang in the North Sulawesi
province. The majority of whom have been evacuated.
The volcano is located about 100 km from the provincial capital Manado.
Indonesia is located on the "Pacific Ring of Fire." The Pacific Ring of Fire is the meeting
point of many tectonic plates, a region with intense seismic activity.
Hence, (a) is the correct answer.

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