Repo Rate is key monetary policy tool.
The Repo Rate is the rate at which the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) lends money to commercial banks. It is a primary tool used by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee to control inflation and manage liquidity in the economy.
PM-KISAN provides income support to farmer families.
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a central sector scheme providing financial assistance to eligible farmer families. It aims to supplement farmers' financial needs for procuring inputs and meeting household expenses.
Preamble is introduction to Indian Constitution.
The Preamble serves as an introductory statement to the Constitution of India, outlining its guiding principles and objectives. It declares India to be a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic and aims to secure justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity for all citizens.
ISRO successfully soft-landed Chandrayaan-3 on Moon's south pole.
The Chandrayaan program comprises lunar exploration missions by ISRO. Chandrayaan-3 successfully achieved a soft landing near the Moon's south polar region, making India the fourth nation globally to achieve this feat.
BRICS is an economic and political bloc.
BRICS is an acronym for the grouping of five major emerging economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. It acts as a platform for multilateral cooperation and aims to promote peace, security, development, and cooperation among member states.
Major Dhyan Chand, legendary Indian hockey player.
Major Dhyan Chand is widely considered one of the greatest field hockey players of all time. He played a pivotal role in India securing three Olympic gold medals in 1928, 1932, and 1936. His birthday, August 29, is celebrated as National Sports Day in India.