Daily Current Affairs – July

With reference to UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the historical legacy of Sarnath, consider the following statements: 1 Sarnath is historically associated with 'Dharmachakra Pravartan', marking the event where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon to his five former companions. 2 The site contains the famous Dhamek Stupa, the Chaukhandi Stupa, and the capital pillar of Ashoka which features the Lion Capital. 3 Uttar Pradesh now holds a total of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Sarnath, the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri. How many of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the "NATGASIND" futures contract launched by the National Stock Exchange (NSE), consider the following statements: 1 NATGASIND is India's first domestic natural gas futures contract benchmarked directly against the pricing dynamics of the Dahej LNG terminal hub. 2 Trading natural gas contracts in Indian Rupees helps domestic fertilizer plants, power producers, and city gas distributors hedge against foreign exchange volatility. 3 Under the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, commodity futures contracts in India are regulated directly by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). How many of the statements given above are correct?

Regarding the 'Saksham Anganwadi' framework under the overarching Poshan 2.0 scheme, consider the following statements: 1 Saksham Anganwadis are upgraded centers equipped with clean drinking water, smart learning aids, renewable solar energy units, and early childhood education tools. 2 Poshan 2.0 integrates the Anganwadi Services, Scheme for Adolescent Girls, and Poshan Abhiyaan to address malnutrition across vulnerable age groups. 3 The digital tracking tool 'Poshan Tracker' is used to monitor real-time nutrition delivery and growth metrics of children and pregnant women. How many of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to inland water transport and green shipping initiatives in India, consider the following statements: 1 Converting conventional diesel or manual boats to lithium-ion electric propulsion significantly reduces carbon emissions and acoustic disturbance to river ecosystems. 2 Inland waterways development in India is governed centrally by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), established under a statutory Act of Parliament. 3 Under international maritime laws, electric boats operating on inland rivers are strictly required to fly foreign flags to qualify for domestic municipal permits. How many of the statements given above are correct?

In the context of constitutional provisions governing executive appointments, consider the following statements: 1 The Prime Minister is appointed by the President, and other Ministers are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister. 2 The total number of Ministers, including the Prime Minister, in the Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15 percent of the total number of members of the Lok Sabha. 3 A Minister who for any period of six consecutive months is not a member of either House of Parliament shall at the expiration of that period cease to be a Minister. How many of the statements given above are correct?