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CLAT General Knowledge – Quiz Facts 4 Feb

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India Goes Global: UPI Makes its Debut at the Eiffel Tower!!

 

Namaste, Paris! UPI conquers the Eiffel Tower!  Easy payments for Indian tourists, global expansion begins!  Digital future, stronger ties!

Key Points:

  • India’s UPI payment system launches at the Eiffel Tower, marking a global expansion.
  • Tourists can now use UPI to make payments in France, boosting convenience and India-France ties.
  • Collaboration with French payments firm Lyra facilitates seamless transactions.
  • Expansion planned across Europe, further promoting digital payments and financial inclusion.
  • Initiative strengthens India-France strategic partnership in the digital era.

India Champions Timely Payments: Joins UN’s “Honour Roll”

 

India pays it forward! 🇮🇳 Joins UN “honour roll” with on-time budget contribution!  Supporting global efforts, building a better future!!

Key Points:

  • India contributes USD 32.89 million to the 2024 UN Regular Budget.
  • Payment made within the 30-day due period, earning “honour roll” status.
  • Demonstrates India’s commitment to supporting the UN and its global mission.
  • Consistent record of timely contributions underlines India’s responsible stance.

Protecting Public Property: India’s Law Commission Proposes Stronger Measures

 

Smashing public property? Think again! Law Commission gets tough! ⚖️ Burden shift, hefty fines, bail reforms!  Protecting taxpayer money & public assets!!

Key Points:

  • Law Commission recommends stricter laws to combat public property damage.
  • Key changes:
    1. Accused proves innocence (burden shift).
    2. Fines based on damage value.
    3. Bail requires depositing estimated damage cost.
    4. New laws for willful obstruction.
  • Report cites various incidents highlighting the need for reforms.
  • Retaining criminal defamation with safeguards, balancing free speech and reputation.

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