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11. The 18th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) took place in which city of India?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Bhubaneswar
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Hyderabad
Correct Answer: B [Bhubaneswar]
Notes:
The 18th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is scheduled to be held in Bhubaneswar from January 8 to 10, 2025. This gathering seeks to enhance the relationship between India and its global diaspora. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the event, while President Christine Carla Kangaloo of Trinidad and Tobago will participate as the chief guest, addressing attendees virtually. The occasion honors the significant contributions of Indians living abroad to the development of India. Annually observed on January 9, the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas commemorates Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India from South Africa in 1915. This event underscores the vital role of the Indian diaspora in shaping the nation’s identity and its standing on the world stage, serving as a poignant reminder of the historical ties that bind India to its citizens abroad.
12. What is theme of World Hindi Day 2025?
[A] Hindi – Traditional Knowledge to Artificial Intelligence
[B] A Global Voice of Unity and Cultural Pride
[C] Hindi: Vishwa Aur Bharatiy Sanskrit
[D] Making Hindi a part of public opinion
Correct Answer: B [A Global Voice of Unity and Cultural Pride]
Notes:
World Hindi Day, known as ‘Vishwa Hindi Diwas’, is celebrated every year on January 10. This day aims to promote Hindi as one of the most spoken languages globally, alongside English and Mandarin. It is a celebration of Hindi as a worldwide language. Hindi is not just a way to communicate; it connects millions of people emotionally. With a deep history and cultural importance, Hindi has changed over time, adopting words from different languages and becoming clearer and more refined. Today, Hindi plays a crucial role in media and literature, proving its significance as a language of expression. The theme for this year is “Hindi: A Global Voice of Unity and Cultural Pride.” It aims to promote the language in the digital era, according to report.
13. The National Youth Day is celebrated on 12th January every year in commemoration of which Indian leader?
[A] Bal Gangadhar Tilak
[B] Swami Vivekananda
[C] Bhagat Singh
[D] Subhas Chandra Bose
Correct Answer: B [Swami Vivekananda]
Notes:
The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 took place on January 11-12, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, celebrating the 162nd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. On January 11, 2025, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, will officially open the event. On January 12, 2025, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will interact with 3,000 energetic young leaders from all over India, chosen through a merit-based selection process from more than 3 million applicants.
