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1. Which state has recently celebrated the annual Kagyed Dance Festival in Gangtok?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Assam
[C] Sikkim
[D] Arunachal Pradesh
Correct Answer: C [Sikkim]
Notes:
The Kagyed Chaam Dance Festival is a prestigious Buddhist celebration held annually at Tsuklakhang Palace in Gangtok, Sikkim. This event showcases elaborate masked dances performed by Buddhist monks and lamas, representing the removal of negative forces and the ushering in of peace and prosperity for the forthcoming year. Occurring on the 28th and 29th days of the 10th month of the Tibetan Lunar Calendar, which generally falls in early December, the festival is a vibrant cultural event that draws both local inhabitants and international tourists seeking spiritual blessings. The festivities conclude with a ceremonial burning of effigies, symbolizing the victory of good over evil.
2. Recently, which state government has been Launched an ‘Atlas to Protect Indian Wolf Habitat’?
[A] Gujarat
[B] West Bengal
[C] Kerala
[D] Himachal Pradesh
Correct Answer: A [Gujarat]
Notes:
Gujarat is enhancing conservation efforts to protect the Indian wolf by launching the ‘Atlas of Indian Wolf Habitats. ‘ Guided by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the initiative maps crucial habitats across 13 districts, aiding in ecological balance and agricultural sustainability through strategic conservation plans. The Atlas of Indian Wolf Habitats in Gujarat, jointly prepared by the ‘GEER’ Foundation and the Gujarat Forest Department, identifies suitable habitats for wolves in Gujarat.
3. Which of the following has recently released the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) report 2023-24?
[A] Ministry of Home
[B] Ministry of Education
[C] Ministry of Cultural Affairs
[D] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Education]
Notes:
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has published the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) report for the 2023-24 academic year. It shows a drop in student enrolment, which is now at 24.8 crore, down by more than one crore from previous years. This change is significant, as enrolment had remained steady at about 26 crore for the past four years. In the academic year 2018-19, enrolment was at 26.02 crore. It rose by 1.6% in 2019-20 to 26.45 crore. However, there was a small decrease in 2020-21, followed by a slight increase of 0.76% in 2021-22. The enrolment for 2022-23 fell to 25.18 crore, leading to a total of 24.8 crore for 2023-24. This shows a 6% drop compared to the 2018-19 numbers.
4. The first Jallikattu event of Tamil Nadu for 2025 took place on January 4 at which place?
[A] Thatchankurichi
[B] Siruvallur
[C] Peruvallur
[D] Keelad
Correct Answer: A [Thatchankurichi]
Notes:
The initial Jallikattu event in Tamil Nadu for 2025 took place on January 4 in Thatchankurichi village, located in the Gandarvakottai taluk of Pudukkottai district. This traditional bull-taming event signifies the start of the Pongal festivities and the Jallikattu season in the region. More than 600 bulls and 350 participants engaged in this significant event, representing the rich cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu.
5. The torch named ‘Tejaswini’ of the 38th National Games has started its journey across which state to generate excitement and awareness?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] West Bengal
[D] Rajasthan
Correct Answer: B [Uttarakhand]
Notes:
The 38th National Games will take place in Uttarakhand for the first time, marking an important moment in the state’s sports history. The torch, called ‘Tejaswini,’ has started its journey through the state, creating excitement and raising awareness about the games. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the torch rally from Haldwani, which will travel 3,823 km and visit 99 locations across 13 districts before arriving in the capital, Dehradun. The National Games are scheduled for January 28 to February 14, 2025, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Dehradun.
