Q.1) The Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024, which assesses export readiness of States and Union Territories, has been released by which institution?
[a] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[b] Reserve Bank of India
[c] NITI Aayog
[d] Directorate General of Foreign Trade
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Answer: [c] NITI Aayog
Explanation:
NITI Aayog has released the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024, a comprehensive assessment of export readiness across India’s States and Union Territories (UTs). This is the 4th edition of the index; the first edition was published in August 2020. The EPI recognises the diversity of subnational e States and districts are drivers of export infrastructure, logistics, and production. Tailored policies improve regional competitiveness and diversification economic structures and their crucial role in advancing India’s global trade ambitions.
Q.2) Which of the following synthetic cattle breeds have been officially registered by the Government of India to strengthen dairy productivity?
[a] Gir and Sahiwal
[b] Karan Fries and Vrindavani
[c] Medini and Rohikhandi
[d] Melghati and Murrah
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Answer: [b] Karan Fries and Vrindavani
Explanation:
Government of India has officially registered two high-yielding synthetic cattle breeds- Karan Fries and Vrindavani, to boost dairy productivity while ensuring adaptability to Indian agro-climatic conditions. Alongside these synthetic breeds, the government has also recognised new indigenous cattle and buffalo breeds, reflecting a balanced policy approach that combines productivity enhancement with conservation of native genetic resources. Newly Recognised Indigenous Breeds are Medini – Jharkhand, Rohikhandi – Uttar Pradesh and Melghati – Maharashtra.
Q.3) Armed Forces Veterans’ Day is observed every year in India on which date?
[a] 15 January
[b] 26 January
[c] 14 January
[d] 11 November
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Answer: [c] 14 January
Explanation:
Armed Forces Veterans’ Day is observed annually on 14 January to honour the selfless service and sacrifices of India’s armed forces veterans and to express solidarity with the next of kin of fallen soldiers. India marked the 10th Armed Forces Veterans’ Day on 14 January 2026, with nationwide events recognising the continued contribution of ex-servicemen to society and the nation. 14 January marks the day in 1953 when Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
Q.4) The Gruha Lakshmi Digital Marketing Portal, recently launched to promote women entrepreneurship, has been introduced by which State Government?
[a] Telangana
[b] Tamil Nadu
[c] Karnataka
[d] Kerala
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Answer: [c] Karnataka
Explanation:
Government of Karnataka has launched the Gruha Lakshmi Digital Marketing Portal to strengthen the economic independence of women. The initiative aligns with the state’s vision of inclusive growth and digital empowerment and is implemented through the Karnataka State Women Development Corporation. The portal functions as a government-supported digital marketplace, enabling women entrepreneurs to access markets beyond local and district boundaries. Karnataka is among the few Indian states running dedicated women-centric digital schemes. It Strengthens women-led enterprises through institutional support and encourages digital adoption in MSMEs led by women.