Correct Answer: A [Arunachal Pradesh]

Notes:
India launched its first survey of high-risk glacial lakes in Tawang and Dibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh. The initiative follows a glacial lake outburst flood in Sikkim’s South Lhonak lake last October. It is led by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). It is part of the National Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) Mission. The survey aims to assess risks and feasibility for early warning systems and other preventive measures. It will evaluate lake accessibility, geo coordinates, boundaries, elevation, and land use patterns to install early warning systems and weather stations.

Correct Answer: C [Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: India’s Space Saga]

Notes:
India celebrated its first National Space Day on August 23, 2024. This day marks the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3’s Vikram Lander on the Moon’s southern polar region. India is the first country to land in this uncharted region and the fourth overall to achieve a lunar landing. The theme for the celebration is “Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: India’s Space Saga.”

Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Civil Aviation]

Notes:
The Union Minister for Civil Aviation launched new guidelines for seaplane operations in India. The Minister also introduced UDAN version 5.4, with fresh bids invited for cancelled routes. The Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)-UDAN was launched in 2016 to improve air connectivity to remote or unserved areas. Key provisions include extending Viability Gap Funding (VGF) under RCS for seaplane operations. The guidelines adopt the Non-Scheduled Operator Permit (NSOP) framework, which is currently used for helicopters, for seaplanes as well.