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  1. Asked: May 28, 2024In:

    The Maharashtra Department of Prisons has launched a loan scheme for inmates serving sentences in jails across the state. What is the name of the scheme?

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    The correct answer is Jivhala. The Maharashtra Department of Prisons has introduced a financing programme called Jivhala for prisoners serving terms in various institutions throughout Maharashtra.

    The correct answer is Jivhala. The Maharashtra Department of Prisons has introduced a financing programme called Jivhala for prisoners serving terms in various institutions throughout Maharashtra.

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    Which company set up a factory on the banks of River Hugli in 1651?

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    In 1651, Hugli became the site of the first British factory. The East India Company obtained a charter from Queen Elizabeth I of England in 1600, giving it the exclusive right to trade with the East and shielding it from other British traders' competition.

    In 1651, Hugli became the site of the first British factory. The East India Company obtained a charter from Queen Elizabeth I of England in 1600, giving it the exclusive right to trade with the East and shielding it from other British traders’ competition.

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    Name an Indian player associated with boxing?

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    Lovlina Borgohain is an Indian boxer who plays in the 69Kg category. She is 23 years old and hails from the Golaghat district of Assam. She won a bronze medal in the women's welterweight category at Tokyo Olympics 2021.

    Lovlina Borgohain is an Indian boxer who plays in the 69Kg category. She is 23 years old and hails from the Golaghat district of Assam. She won a bronze medal in the women’s welterweight category at Tokyo Olympics 2021.

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    Which road plan in India was the first attempt for the Road Development programme between 1943-1963?

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    The First Road Development Plan (Nagpur Plan) was formulated in 1943. After independence, the First Five-Year Plan (1951-56) classified roads into National Highways, State Highways, District Roads, and Village Roads.

    The First Road Development Plan (Nagpur Plan) was formulated in 1943. After independence, the First Five-Year Plan (1951-56) classified roads into National Highways, State Highways, District Roads, and Village Roads.

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    In which year were the Parliament's 73rd and 74th amendments passed?

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    Amendment of article 58. The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments passed by Parliament in 1992 introduced local self governance throughout the territory of India. The Acts came into force as the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992 on April 24, 1993 and the Constitution (74th Amendment) Act, 1Read more

    Amendment of article 58. The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments passed by Parliament in 1992 introduced local self governance throughout the territory of India. The Acts came into force as the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992 on April 24, 1993 and the Constitution (74th Amendment) Act, 1992 on June 1, 1993.

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  6. Asked: May 28, 2024In:

    In August 2022, the “SMILE-75 Initiative” was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. What is the objective of the scheme?

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    The correct answer is To make our cities/town and municipal areas begging-free. Under the “SMILE-75” Initiative, 75 Municipal Corporations will undertake comprehensive rehabilitation of persons engaged in the act of begging in the spirit of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.

    The correct answer is To make our cities/town and municipal areas begging-free. Under the “SMILE-75” Initiative, 75 Municipal Corporations will undertake comprehensive rehabilitation of persons engaged in the act of begging in the spirit of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.

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  7. Asked: May 28, 2024In:

    Birju Maharaj was awarded which awards in 2012?

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    His choreography for Kamal Hassan in Vishwaroopam won him the National Film Award for Best Choreography in 2012, while his choreography for Deepika Padukone in Bajirao Mastani won him a Filmfare Award for Best Choreography in 2016.

    His choreography for Kamal Hassan in Vishwaroopam won him the National Film Award for Best Choreography in 2012, while his choreography for Deepika Padukone in Bajirao Mastani won him a Filmfare Award for Best Choreography in 2016.

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    Which Indian music directors won the Best Original Score at Amsterdam International Film Festival 2022?

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    Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja wins Best Original Score at Amsterdam International Film Festival - IMDb. One of India's greatest music directors Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja has won the award for Best Original Score at the Amsterdam International Film Festival.

    Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja wins Best Original Score at Amsterdam International Film Festival – IMDb. One of India’s greatest music directors Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja has won the award for Best Original Score at the Amsterdam International Film Festival.

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    In which state is the Maihar court where Baba Allauddin Khan was a musician?

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    Maihar was home to Baba Alauddin Khan, legendary musician and founder of Maihar gharana that produced some of the biggest names in Indian classical music. Maihar (Madhya Pradesh): Maihar in Madhya Pradesh is a town known for the Maa Sharda temple and for the Maihar gharana founded by sarod legend BaRead more

    Maihar was home to Baba Alauddin Khan, legendary musician and founder of Maihar gharana that produced some of the biggest names in Indian classical music. Maihar (Madhya Pradesh): Maihar in Madhya Pradesh is a town known for the Maa Sharda temple and for the Maihar gharana founded by sarod legend Baba Alauddin Khan.

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    During which period ostriches weee found in India ?

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    Ostriches were found in India during the Palaeolithic Era.

    Ostriches were found in India during the Palaeolithic Era.

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