Current affairs Feb 11(2025-02-12)

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Under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013, the proportion of the population covered for receiving subsidized food grains is determined based on Census data. As per the provisions of the Act, what is the maximum percentage of the population that can be covered under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS)?

With reference to "Zero Hour" in the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements:
1. Zero Hour is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business of Parliament.
2. It allows Members of Parliament to raise matters of urgent public importance without prior notice.
3. Zero Hour takes place immediately after the Question Hour in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the India-Sri Lanka fisheries dispute in the Palk Bay region, consider the following statements.
1. The primary cause of the dispute is the crossing of the International Maritime Boundary Line by Indian fishermen.
2. Sri Lankan Tamil fishermen oppose Indian fishing methods due to the practice of bottom trawling, which is ecologically destructive.
Which of the above statements are true regarding this?

With reference to the economic performance of Southern States in India, as highlighted by the Chief Economic Adviser (CEA), consider the following statements:
1. Southern States contribute over 30% of India’s GDP and have a higher annual growth rate compared to the rest of the country.
2. The region has a higher share of workforce engaged in manufacturing compared to its share of output, indicating scope for productivity improvement.
3. Southern States have a low proportion of workforce with high and advanced professional skills compared to the rest of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?