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The correct answer is Pituitary.

Key Points

• The pituitary gland is a small, pea-shaped gland located at the base of the brain.
• It is often referred to as the "master gland" because it controls several other hormone glands in the body, including the thyroid and adrenal glands.
• The pituitary gland secretes growth hormone (GH), which is crucial for growth, cell repair, and metabolism.
• Growth hormone stimulates growth in almost all tissues of the body, including bones and muscles.
• The pituitary gland is divided into two parts: the anterior pituitary and the posterior pituitary. Growth hormone is produced in the anterior pituitary.

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• Thyroid
• The thyroid gland is located in the neck and produces hormones like thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) that regulate metabolism.
• It plays a vital role in controlling the body's metabolic rate, heart and digestive functions, muscle control, brain development, and bone maintenance.
• Pancreas
• The pancreas is located behind the stomach and has both endocrine and exocrine functions.
• It produces important hormones like insulin and glucagon which regulate blood sugar levels.
• Adrenal
• The adrenal glands are located on top of each kidney.
• They produce a variety of hormones including adrenaline and cortisol which help regulate metabolism, immune response, blood pressure, and stress responses.

The Correct Answer is ​Mohun Bagan Super Giant.

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• Mohun Bagan Super Giant clinches Indian Super League 2024-25 title.

Key Points 

• Mohun Bagan Super Giant won the ISL 2024-25 title.
• They beat Bengaluru FC 2-1 in the final.
• The match was held at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium, Kolkata.
• This was Mohun Bagan’s second ISL title (first was in 2022-23).
• They became only the second team to win both:
• League Winners Shield and
• ISL Cup in the same season.
• The first team to do this was Mumbai City FC in 2020-21.

The correct answer is Fit India Programme.

Key Points

• The "Fitness ka dose, aadha ghanta roz" campaign is part of the Fit India Programme launched by the Government of India.
• Fit India Programme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 29^th August 2019, which is also National Sports Day in India.
• The initiative aims to encourage citizens to include physical activity and sports in their daily lives.
• The campaign specifically promotes the idea of engaging in at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day to improve overall health and fitness.
• It is targeted at individuals of all age groups, emphasizing the importance of regular exercise to combat lifestyle diseases.

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• Fit India Movement:
• Launched by the Prime Minister on August 29, 2019, at Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi.
• The goal is to inspire Indians to incorporate physical activities and sports into their everyday lives.
• Includes fitness pledges, events, and activities across schools, colleges, and workplaces.
• Emphasizes making India a fit society and reducing the prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases.
• Activities under Fit India Programme:
• Fit India School Week: Schools organize various fitness-related activities to promote physical health among students.
• Fit India Plog Run: Combines fitness with cleanliness, encouraging participants to pick up litter while jogging.
• Fit India Cyclothon: Promotes cycling as a healthy and eco-friendly mode of transport.
• Fit India Freedom Run: Promotes running and walking activities across the country.
• Fit India Mobile App:
• A mobile application launched to help individuals track their fitness levels and activities.
• Provides guidance on various exercises and fitness routines.
• Includes features like daily activity tracking, fitness assessment, and tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

The correct answer is To enhance research in agriculture and animal husbandry.

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• The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) launched the 'One Scientist-One Product' scheme on July 16, 2024.

Key Points

• The scheme aims to improve research in the field of agriculture and animal husbandry.
• Over 5,500 scientists are tasked with developing a product, technology, model, concept, or publication.
• The progress of these projects will be monitored at institute and headquarters levels.
• The scheme will run for five years, with a focus on high-yielding oilseeds and pulses varieties this year.

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• One Scientist-One Product Scheme
• Launched by ICAR to enhance research in agriculture and animal husbandry.
• The scheme involves over 5,500 scientists.
• It includes the development of 323 new crop varieties, including climate-resilient and bio-fortified varieties.
• The initiative is part of ICAR's broader goal to develop 100 new seed varieties and 100 farm technologies in 100 days.

The correct answer is Ministry of Mines.

Key Points

• The National Geoscience Award is instituted by the Ministry of Mines.
• This award aims to honor individuals and teams for their extraordinary achievements in geosciences.
• The ceremony for the awards was held at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre.
• The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, presented the awards on August 20, 2024.
• The Ministry of Mines' role includes fostering research and development in geosciences and supporting the establishment of key institutions like the National Landslide Forecasting Centre.

The correct answer is - Afghan

Key Points

• Battle of Dauraha
• Fought in 1532 AD between Humayun and the Afghans.
• Humayun emerged victorious in this battle, establishing his authority over the Afghans.
• This victory was significant in consolidating the Mughal rule in India.

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• Humayun
• Humayun was the second emperor of the Mughal Empire, succeeding his father, Babur.
• His reign was marked by both military victories and setbacks, including his temporary loss of the empire to Sher Shah Suri.
• Humayun is also known for his architectural contributions, including the construction of the Din Panah at Delhi.
• Rajputs
• The Rajputs were a prominent warrior class in India known for their resistance against various invaders, including the Mughals.
• They fought several battles against the Mughals, but the Battle of Dauraha was not one of them.
• Bundele
• The Bundelas were a group of Rajputs in central India known for their resistance against the Mughals and other invaders.
• They were significant in the history of the region, but they did not participate in the Battle of Dauraha.
• Mohammad Khan
• Mohammad Khan is a common name and could refer to various historical figures, but none were specifically involved in the Battle of Dauraha.
• This option might be a distractor or a reference to a less-known individual.

The correct answer is II and III.

Key Points

• 6 out of 28 states have bicameral legislatures, namely Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh, with the remaining states having a unicameral one.
• The Vidhan Sabha is the lower house and corresponds to the Lok Sabha while the Vidhan Parishad is the upper house and corresponds to the Rajya Sabha of the Parliament of India.
• Article 168 mentions about the Legislative Council in some of the States of our country.

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• The State Legislative Assembly, or Vidhan Sabha, is a legislative body in the states and union territories of India.
• 5 union territories are governed directly by the Union Government of India and have no legislative body.
• Each Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) is directly elected to serve 5-year terms by single-member constituencies.

The correct answer is 2.56 Lakh Crore.

Key Points

• Total expenditure (excluding debt repayment) in 2024-25 is targeted at Rs 2.56 lakh crore.
• This is a decrease of 12% over the revised estimates for 2023-24.
• This expenditure is proposed to be met through receipts (excluding borrowings) of Rs 2,27,238 crore and net borrowings of Rs 29,295 crore.
• Total receipts for 2023-24 (other than borrowings) are expected to register an increase of 5.7% over the revised estimates for 2023-24.

The correct answer is tropical humid climate.

Key Points

• Tropical humid regions have low yearly temperature variation and substantial annual rainfall.
• The climatic zone known as the humid tropics is one in which evapotranspiration outpaces precipitation for at least 270 days out of every year and mean monthly temperatures are continuously high and exceed 18 C.
• The first of the five main climatic groups assigned the letter A in the Köppen climate classification is the tropical climate.

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• Mediterranean climate 
• Hot, dry summers and warm, rainy winters are characteristics of the Mediterranean climate. Central California, Central Chile, and the coasts of South Eastern and South Western Australia all have a Mediterranean climate.
• In the summer, subtropical highs affect these locations, and in the winter, westerly winds. Hence, the region experiences hot, dry summers and warm, rainy winters.​
• Temperate climate
• The region of the globe between the middle latitudes, or 40 to 60 degrees north-south of the Equator, is known as the temperate zone. The areas of the Earth between the tropics and the poles are known as the temperate zones.
• The temperate climate is the one that prevails in this area. These places' average yearly temperatures show that they are neither extremely hot nor extremely cold.
• Cold climate
• Cold climates are one of the types of climates on our list that affect locations that man has not inhabited, and plant and animal species hardly survive. The arctic environment is the most extreme subtype and is inhospitable to all life except for a few species of lichens and moss.
• Polar and highland climates are two examples of chilly climates.

The correct answer is Tamil Nadu.

Key Points

• Karagam is a popular folk dance in Tamil Nadu, a state in southern India.
• The dance is performed in praise of the rain goddess Mari Amman and the river goddess Gangai Amman, as a part of rituals during the month of Aadi.
• Karagam is traditionally performed using a pot filled with uncooked rice, topped with a coconut and surrounded by a garland, all of which are balanced on the dancers' heads.
• Initially, the dance was performed only with the accompaniment of the Naiyandi Melam, but now it also includes songs.
• Over time, the Karagam dance has evolved into two types
• Aatta Karagam is performed on stage with decorated pots and it involves acrobatic feats
• Sakthi Karagam is mainly performed in temples as a spiritual offering.

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