INTERNATIONAL
International Organizations
WHO Foundation and Novo Nordisk Partner to Combat Childhood Obesity in India
The WHO Foundation and Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk have partnered to address the rising levels of childhood obesity in India.
The initiative will implement school-based programs focusing on health screenings, nutritional education, and mental health support in selected districts.
This partnership aligns with the 'Ayushman Bharat – School Health & Wellness Programme' launched by the Indian government in 2018.
Significance: The focus on early risk identification aims to prevent a future surge in lifestyle-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
The initiative will implement school-based programs focusing on health screenings, nutritional education, and mental health support in selected districts.
This partnership aligns with the 'Ayushman Bharat – School Health & Wellness Programme' launched by the Indian government in 2018.
Significance: The focus on early risk identification aims to prevent a future surge in lifestyle-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Key Facts / Static GK
WHO HQ: Geneva, Switzerland
WHO Director-General: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Novo Nordisk HQ: Bagsværd, Denmark
WHO Director-General: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Novo Nordisk HQ: Bagsværd, Denmark
Practice Quiz — 13 March 2026
Q1. Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of HDFC ERGO General Insurance in March 2026?
Answer: (B) Parthanil Ghosh — Parthanil Ghosh has been selected to lead HDFC ERGO General Insurance as its MD and CEO, succeeding Anuj Tyagi.
Q2. What is the primary objective of the 'Lake and Air Watch' initiative launched by the Gujarat government?
Answer: (B) To monitor urban lake ecosystems and air quality using real-time digital systems — The 'Lake and Air Watch' initiative is designed for real-time environmental monitoring of lake health and air quality across Gujarat's cities using digital and satellite-based systems.
Q3. Under the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme of the Assam government, what is the specific amount transferred to each woman beneficiary?
Answer: (C) ₹9,000 — The Assam government transferred ₹9,000 each to 40 lakh women beneficiaries under the Orunodoi 3.0 scheme to provide financial assistance.
Q4. Regarding the 'Nirbhaya Nisha' initiative, which of the following statements is correct?
Answer: (B) It provides rapid police assistance to women between 9 PM and 5 AM. — The Kerala Police launched 'Nirbhaya Nisha' specifically to provide rapid assistance to women during night hours (9 PM to 5 AM).
Q5. Where was the 'Indian Orchid Festival 2026' held?
Answer: (B) Pakyong, Sikkim — The Indian Orchid Festival 2026 concluded at the Pakyong district in Sikkim.
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