Today in History (June 3^rd, 1984)

Operation Blue Star, a military offensive, is launched by the Indian government at Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, the holiest shrine for Sikhs, in Amritsar. The operation continues until June 6, with casualties, most of them civilians, in excess of 5,000.

Let’s revise

A) What is the primary difference between real GDP and nominal GDP?

1. Real GDP is adjusted for changes in the population, while nominal GDP is not.
2. Real GDP is adjusted for changes in the level of production, while nominal GDP measures the value of output based on current prices.
3. Real GDP is adjusted for inflation, while nominal GDP is not.
4. Real GDP includes the value of all goods and services produced, while nominal GDP only includes goods.

Ans. (3)

B) _______is an office responsible for conducting large scale sample surveys on an All India basis.

1. PMO
2. The office of the finance minister
3. National Statistical Office (NSO)
4. Reserve Bank of India

Ans. (3)

C) The National Statistical Office(NSO) acts as the nodal agency under the Ministry of ____________

1. Statistics and Programme Implementation
2. Home Affairs
3. Finance
4. Economic affairs

Ans. (1)

D) What was the GDP growth rate of Indian economy in the previous financial year (2023-24)?

1. 7%
2. 10%
3. 8.2%
4. 5%

Ans. (3)

E) Find the incorrect statement about the only ape found in India

1. It is Hoolock gibbon
2. It is found in western ghats
3. It is found in the North East India
4. It is tailless ape

Ans. (2)

F) Wildlife Institute of India (WII) is located in _____

1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Uttarakhand
3. Delhi
4. Kolkata

Ans. (2)
G) The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of ______

1. Home affairs
2. Science and technology
3. Earth Sciences
4. Environment, Forest and Climate Change

Ans. (4)

H) Which one is the capital city of Mongolia?

1. Jakarta
2. Seoul
3. Ulaanbaatar
4. Pyongyang

Ans. (3)

Summary of Today’s News

Delhi may turn into desert if deforestation is not checked: HC

• The High Court warned that Delhi could become a “barren desert” if deforestation continues unchecked, emphasizing the urgency by citing the recent extreme temperatures, including a disputed record of 52.9 degrees Celsius.
• The court highlighted the necessity of providing adequate infrastructure and support for the committee chairperson overseeing forest protection to effectively address the issue.

Baby trafficking in India.

• The recent bust of an inter-State baby smuggling racket by the Telangana police highlights the socio-economic factors driving such criminal activities.
• This racket involved trafficking babies from Delhi and Pune to Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, driven by the desperation of impoverished parents and the impatience of childless couples facing long legal adoption wait times.
•The operation spanned several states, with babies sold for up to ₹5.50 lakh. To prevent such incidents, the government must implement effective poverty alleviation programs, create employment opportunities, streamline the adoption process, raise awareness about legal adoption, and enhance policing.

Let us dedicate next 25 years for ‘Viksit Bharat’, says Modi.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reflecting on his 45-hour meditation retreat, emphasized that India’s development must be viewed in a global context.
• He called for a 25-year dedication to building a strong foundation for future generations, inspired by Swami Vivekananda’s vision. Modi highlighted India’s achievements in poverty alleviation, welfare delivery, and digital public goods.
• He underscored the need for comprehensive reforms in all aspects of life, aligning with the goal of a developed India by 2047.
• Modi also noted India’s enhanced global role post-G-20 and praised Kanniyakumari for symbolizing national unity and cultural heritage.