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    What is the primary focus of the Memorandum of

    Understanding (MoU) signed between NITI Aayog and UNDP India recently?
    A Promoting cultural exchanges and tourism Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Cooperation in the development of space technology Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Enhancing trade relations between India and the United Nations Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Facilitating the adoption and monitoring of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Encouraging data-driven research and development Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

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    Reiterating a mutual commitment towards fast-tracking progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals, NITI Aayog and UNDP India have signed, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalise a framework of cooperation on a range of areas, including SDG localisation, data-driven monitoring, Aspirational Districts and Blocks, among others. The MoU was signed for a period of five years. NITI Aayog is the nodal Institution for coordinating the adoption and monitoring of SDGs at the national and sub-national levels. UNDP plays the integrator role in coordinating efforts to fast-track progress on the SDGs within the UN system. About UNDP Headquarters: New York, United States                  Founded: 22 November 1965  About NITI Ayog Formed: 1 January 2015                     Headquarters: New Delhi               Chairperson: Narendra Modi

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