DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASS TEST JULY – 03

1. Choose the incorrect statement regarding World Plastic Bag Free Day

1. World Plastic Bag Free Day is observed globally on 3rd July.
2. The theme for 2026 is “Breaking Free from Plastic: Building a Sustainable Future”.

2. Choose the correct statement regarding National Green Hydrogen Mission

1. It was approved by the Union Cabinet in January 2023
2. The mission aims to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production, export, and electrolyser manufacturing.
3. A key target of the mission is to produce 50 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen per year by 2030.

3. Choose the correct statement about National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme

1. It was launched in October 2018.
2. The NSSH Scheme aims to promote entrepreneurship among SC and ST communities.
3. It is implemented by the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC).

4. Choose the correct statement regarding Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)

1. It provides free rice or wheat through the Public Distribution System (PDS).
2. PMGKAY is implemented under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013.
3. Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families receive 25 kg of foodgrains per month.

5. Choose the incorrect statement about MANAS Helpline

1. MANAS Helpline aims to encourage public participation in the fight against drugs.
2. MANAS Helpline is integrated with the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment Helpline 14446 for counselling support.
3. It provides a platform for anonymous reporting of drug-related offences.

6. With reference to the recently notified Borjuli Wetland, consider the following statements

1. It has been notified as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS).
2. It is known for harbouring disease- and pest-resistant varieties of wild rice. 
3. It is located in the state of Assam.

7. With reference to Vikram-1, consider the following statements:

1. It is India’s first privately designed and built orbital launch vehicle. 
2. It is being developed by Skyroot Aerospace. 
3. It is designed to place up to 350 kg of small satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

8. With reference to the Thayumanavar Scheme of Tamil Nadu, consider the following statements:

1. The scheme was launched on 12 August 2025 to provide doorstep delivery of Public Distribution System (PDS) commodities.
2. It provides doorstep delivery of ration items to senior citizens aged 65 years and above and persons with disabilities. 1
3. Ration items are delivered on the second Saturday and Sunday of every month. 
4. The scheme is implemented only in Chennai city through selected Fair Price Shops. 

Which one of the statements given above is NOT correct?

9. With reference to the National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA), consider the following statements:

1. It was established in 2006 under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
2. It is an advisory body headquartered in New Delhi.

10. With reference to the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM), consider the following statements

1. It was established in 2011.
2. It functions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC).
3. Its headquarters is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. 
4. One of its main objectives is to promote the integrated and sustainable     management of India’s coastal and marine areas. 

Which of the statements given above are correct?