The major objectives of the Samagra Shiksha Scheme are:

1. Support States and UTs in implementing the recommendations of the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020).
2. Support States in implementation of Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009;
3. Focus on Early Childhood Care and Education
4. Bridging Social and Gender Gaps in School Education

How many of the above objective is/are correct?

The Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance (ASIA), Transforming Relationship Utilizing Strategic Technology (TRUST) initiative, INDUS Innovation, was recently launched by:

Consider the following statements regarding Regional Rural Banks (RRBs).

1. RRBs have a tripartite ownership structure between the Central Government, State Government, and Sponsor Bank with equity contribution in the ration 50:15:30.
2. As per the Regulation, RRBs has to maintain a minimum CRAR of 9 percent.
3. The guidelines for ‘Non-Achievement of Prior Sector Targets’ also applies to RRBs similar to other commercial banks.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners shall be appointed by the President on the recommendation of a Selection Committee consisting of:

1. Prime Minister
2. Leader of Opposition in the House of the People
3. Speaker of the Lok Sabha
4. Union Cabinet Minister to be nominated by the Prime Minister

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Consider the following pairs.

1. Bukavu: Iran
2. Gulf of Eilat: northern tip of the Red Sea

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With respect to Child Welfare Committee in India, consider the following statements.

1. A Child Welfare Committee is an autonomous institution in India formed under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences, or POCSO Act.
2. As per the demand by states, Central Government shall constitute SWC in every district.
3. The District Magistrate shall conduct a quarterly review of the Committee.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

Which of the following causes ‘soil acidification’?

1. removal of plant and animal products
2. leaching of excess nitrate
3. addition of some nitrogen-based fertilisers
4. build-up in mostly plant-based organic matter.

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Siachen Glacier is not situated to the (2020)

With respect to inflation targeting in India, consider the following statements.

1. The Central Government determine the inflation target in terms of the Consumer Price Index after every 3 months.
2. As per the rule, If RBI fails to meet the inflation target, RBI has to present a report to the Government the reasons for failure and remedial actions.

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Vaibhashika and Sautrantika belongs to which sect?