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6. The Government of India formed an expert panel headed by whom to review and revise the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) and develop a new Producer Price Index (PPI)?
[A] Rajiv Khannan
[B] Ramesh Chand
[C] Suresh Chandra
[D] Madan Gupta
Correct Answer: B [Ramesh Chand]
Notes:
The government recently announced the formation of an 18-member panel headed by NITI Aayog member Ramesh Chand to revise the base year from 2011-12 to 2022-23 of the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) and develop a new Producer Price Index (PPI). It was notified by the Department for Promotino of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I). The working group is tasked with submitting its final report to the office of the Economic Adviser, MOC&I by June 30, 2026.
7. Which of the following ministries has been released annual ground water quality report of the country of the year 2024?
[A] Ministry of Jal Shakti
[B] Ministry of Current Affairs
[C] Ministry of Home
[D] Ministry of Science and Technology
Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Jal Shakti]
Notes:
The total annual groundwater recharge in the nation has seen a significant increase of 15 billion cubic meters, while extraction has decreased by three billion cubic meters in 2024. Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil unveiled the Dynamic Ground Water Resource Assessment Report for the year 2024. The findings indicate that the total annual groundwater recharge has been evaluated at over 446 billion cubic meters. The annual groundwater extraction for various uses exceeds 245 billion cubic meters. The report emphasizes that all groundwater samples from the North-Eastern States fall within the excellent category for irrigation purposes. This assessment was conducted collaboratively by the Central Ground Water Board along with the States and Union Territories. According to the Ministry, of the total 6,746 assessment units across Blocks, Mandals, and Talukas, more than 73 percent are classified as Safe, while approximately three percent are deemed Critical.
8. Which of the following ministries has kept the interest rate on small savings schemes unchanged for Q4FY25?
[A] Ministry of Home
[B] Ministry of Current Affairs
[C] Ministry of Finance
[D] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Finance]
Notes:
The Union Ministry of Finance kept the interest rates on small savings schemes unchanged for the fourth quarter of the 2024-25 fiscal year. This decision was announced on January 1, 2025, and the interest rates will remain the same from January 1 to March 31, 2025. The return on Sukanya Samriddhi Account Scheme, which is also tax-free like the PPF, was raised to 8.2% at the beginning of this year. The PPF rate will remain unchanged at 7.1%, a level it has been kept at since April 2020.
9. Which company has launched an instant ambulance service in Gurgaon?
[A] Blinkit
[B] Flipkart
[C] Paytm
[D] Yatra
Correct Answer: A [Blinkit]
Notes:
Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa has introduced a new instant ambulance service for Gurgaon residents. They can now book an ambulance via the Blinkit app, which will arrive in just 10 minutes. This service is designed to meet the urgent need for quick medical transport in cities. It features Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulances, representing an important advancement in delivering prompt and dependable medical assistance.
10. The Indian government is contemplating the introduction of honorary senior ranks for retiring CAPF officers. CAPF comes under which ministry?
[A] Ministry of Home
[B] Ministry of Current Affairs
[C] Ministry of Defence
[D] Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Home]
Notes:
The Indian government is considering giving honorary senior ranks to retiring Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) members who haven’t been promoted because of organizational limits. This plan is meant to boost the spirits of retiring staff and recognize their contributions. The CAPF includes seven armed police groups under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
