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1. In which year was the Explosives Act proposed to be replaced with the new Explosives Bill 2024?
The Government of India aims to replace the Explosives Act 1884 with the new Explosives Bill 2024, as proposed by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). This initiative seeks to update regulations, raise fines for violations, and streamline licensing procedures related to explosives, ensuring better compliance and safety standards.