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Question 1 of 60
1. Question
Which ministry has partnered with TCS iON to offer free online career skills training through NCS portal?
Correct
Answer – 4) Ministry of Labour and Employment
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment in partnership with TCS iON offers free online career skills training through the National Career Service (NCS) project to enhance the corporate etiquette, interpersonal skills, presentation skills and other softs skills of the job-seekers. NCS in partnership with HireMee, online assessment and hiring service provider, offers creation of video profiles for job-seekers.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Ministry of Labour and Employment
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment in partnership with TCS iON offers free online career skills training through the National Career Service (NCS) project to enhance the corporate etiquette, interpersonal skills, presentation skills and other softs skills of the job-seekers. NCS in partnership with HireMee, online assessment and hiring service provider, offers creation of video profiles for job-seekers. -
Question 2 of 60
2. Question
Who is the 1st Indian to receive the Richard Dawkins Award 2020?
Correct
Answer – 3) Javed Ahktar
Explanation:
Javed Ahktar, renowned poet, lyricist and writer became the first Indian to receive the Richard Dawkins Award 2020 for critical thinking, holding religious principles up to scrutiny, advancing human progress and humanist values.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Javed Ahktar
Explanation:
Javed Ahktar, renowned poet, lyricist and writer became the first Indian to receive the Richard Dawkins Award 2020 for critical thinking, holding religious principles up to scrutiny, advancing human progress and humanist values. -
Question 3 of 60
3. Question
Name the person who has been appointed as the chairman of the advisory committee on Service provider of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI).
Correct
Answer – 2) TV Mohandas Pai
Explanation:
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) reorganised its advisory committee on service providers and appointed TV Mohandas Pai, Service Chairman of Manipal Global Education as its chairman to support the 12-member panel and provide professional insights on the service providers handled by the IBBI.Incorrect
Answer – 2) TV Mohandas Pai
Explanation:
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) reorganised its advisory committee on service providers and appointed TV Mohandas Pai, Service Chairman of Manipal Global Education as its chairman to support the 12-member panel and provide professional insights on the service providers handled by the IBBI. -
Question 4 of 60
4. Question
Which state (among larger states) has ranked top in the State Food Safety Index for 2019-20 released by FSSAI?
Correct
Answer – 4) Gujarat
Explanation:
The 2nd State Food Safety Index (SFSI) for 2019-20 of Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has been topped by Gujarat among larger states and by Goa among smaller states. It was announced during a webinar conducted on the occasion of “World Food Safety Day” on June 7, 2020 on the theme “Food Safety is everyone’s business”.Rank Winner Large States 1 Gujarat 2 Tamil Nadu 3 Maharashtra Incorrect
Answer – 4) Gujarat
Explanation:
The 2nd State Food Safety Index (SFSI) for 2019-20 of Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has been topped by Gujarat among larger states and by Goa among smaller states. It was announced during a webinar conducted on the occasion of “World Food Safety Day” on June 7, 2020 on the theme “Food Safety is everyone’s business”.Rank Winner Large States 1 Gujarat 2 Tamil Nadu 3 Maharashtra -
Question 5 of 60
5. Question
Who is the only cricket player featured in Forbes’ top 100 highest paid athletes of 2020 (list topped by Roger Federer)?
Correct
Answer – 3) Virat Kohli
Explanation:
Virat Kohli, Indian Cricket Team Captain becomes the only cricketer and the only Indian to feature in the Forbes’ Top 100 highest paid athletes of 2020.Kohli ranked 66 with Forbes Magazine estimated earnings of around 26 million USD (24 million from endorsements and 2 million from salary/winnings). Tennis player Roger Federer Tops the list for the first time with estimated earnings 106.3 million USD. Cristiano Ronaldo stands 2nd with the estimated value of 105 million USD & Lionel Messi dropped to 3rd rank in 2020 with 104 million USD.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Virat Kohli
Explanation:
Virat Kohli, Indian Cricket Team Captain becomes the only cricketer and the only Indian to feature in the Forbes’ Top 100 highest paid athletes of 2020.Kohli ranked 66 with Forbes Magazine estimated earnings of around 26 million USD (24 million from endorsements and 2 million from salary/winnings). Tennis player Roger Federer Tops the list for the first time with estimated earnings 106.3 million USD. Cristiano Ronaldo stands 2nd with the estimated value of 105 million USD & Lionel Messi dropped to 3rd rank in 2020 with 104 million USD. -
Question 6 of 60
6. Question
What is India’s rank in Environment Performance Index (EPI) 2020 released jointly by Yale University and Columbia University (1 – Denmark)?
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Answer – 1) 168
Explanation:
According to the biennial Environment Performance Index (EPI) 2020 released jointly by Yale University and Columbia University, India has ranked 168 out of 180 countries with a score of 27.6 out of 100.While the Denmark has been topped the list with a score of 82.5. Here’s the list of top 3 nations in EPI 2020:Rank Country Name EPI score 1 Denmark 82.5 2 Luxembourg 82.3 3 Switzerland 81.5 168th India 27.6 Incorrect
Answer – 1) 168
Explanation:
According to the biennial Environment Performance Index (EPI) 2020 released jointly by Yale University and Columbia University, India has ranked 168 out of 180 countries with a score of 27.6 out of 100.While the Denmark has been topped the list with a score of 82.5. Here’s the list of top 3 nations in EPI 2020:Rank Country Name EPI score 1 Denmark 82.5 2 Luxembourg 82.3 3 Switzerland 81.5 168th India 27.6 -
Question 7 of 60
7. Question
The research project undertaken by which IIT, has helped to triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Chilika lake (Odisha)?
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Answer – 1) IIT Madras
Explanation:
A research project undertaken by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, a public technical and research university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN), has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Odisha’s Chilika lake, Asia’s largest natural water reservoir.Incorrect
Answer – 1) IIT Madras
Explanation:
A research project undertaken by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, a public technical and research university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN), has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Odisha’s Chilika lake, Asia’s largest natural water reservoir. -
Question 8 of 60
8. Question
The Theme of World Food Safety Day 2020 is “Food Safety, everyone’s business”. The day was celebrated every year on ______.
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Answer – 3) June 7
Explanation:
The Second World Food Safety Day was celebrated to promote actions that support food security, human health, agriculture and sustainable development and prevent, detect and manage foodborne diseases. The First World Food Safety Day was celebrated on 7th June 2019. The Theme of World Food Safety Day 2020 remains the same as the theme of 2019 “Food Safety, everyone’s business”.Incorrect
Answer – 3) June 7
Explanation:
The Second World Food Safety Day was celebrated to promote actions that support food security, human health, agriculture and sustainable development and prevent, detect and manage foodborne diseases. The First World Food Safety Day was celebrated on 7th June 2019. The Theme of World Food Safety Day 2020 remains the same as the theme of 2019 “Food Safety, everyone’s business”. -
Question 9 of 60
9. Question
Which organization is organizing the “My Life, My Yoga” (Jeevan Yoga) contest along with AYUSH ministry?
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Answer – 4) Indian Council for Cultural Relations
Explanation:
Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi during his Mann Ki Baat address to the nation announced the “My Life – My Yoga” (Jeevan Yoga) Video Blogging Contest, as one of the activities related to the observation of the 6th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21st, 2020. The contest being organized by the Ministry of AYUSH and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) is open for participants from all countries.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Indian Council for Cultural Relations
Explanation:
Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi during his Mann Ki Baat address to the nation announced the “My Life – My Yoga” (Jeevan Yoga) Video Blogging Contest, as one of the activities related to the observation of the 6th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21st, 2020. The contest being organized by the Ministry of AYUSH and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) is open for participants from all countries. -
Question 10 of 60
10. Question
Name the company which has launched ‘Sodar’ app to help people maintain social distancing.
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Answer – 4) Google
Explanation:
Google is trying to do its bit in helping people maintain their social distance. The tech giant has launched a new app that will help people maintain distance in real life using augmented reality. The app has been developed under Experiments with Google and is not available on the Google Play Store but can be side-loaded separately. The app called ‘Sodar’.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Google
Explanation:
Google is trying to do its bit in helping people maintain their social distance. The tech giant has launched a new app that will help people maintain distance in real life using augmented reality. The app has been developed under Experiments with Google and is not available on the Google Play Store but can be side-loaded separately. The app called ‘Sodar’. -
Question 11 of 60
11. Question
Which private sector bank has acquired a 24.19% stake in Dish TV India Ltd?
Correct
Answer – 1) YES Bank
Explanation:
Private sector lender Yes Bank Limited has acquired a 24.19% stake in Dish TV India Ltd, a company providing Direct to Home (DTH) television service in India, following invocation of 44.53 crore pledged shares due to default in payment of debt by Dish TV and some other companies.Incorrect
Answer – 1) YES Bank
Explanation:
Private sector lender Yes Bank Limited has acquired a 24.19% stake in Dish TV India Ltd, a company providing Direct to Home (DTH) television service in India, following invocation of 44.53 crore pledged shares due to default in payment of debt by Dish TV and some other companies. -
Question 12 of 60
12. Question
Gairsain was declared as the summer capital of which state/UT?
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Answer – 1) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Uttarakhand Governor Baby Rani Maurya approved the declaration of Bhararisen(Gairsain) in Chamoli district as the state’s summer capital in compliance with the provisions of clause (3) of Article 348 of the Constitution of India. Dehradun (the largest city) will remain the winter capital.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Uttarakhand Governor Baby Rani Maurya approved the declaration of Bhararisen(Gairsain) in Chamoli district as the state’s summer capital in compliance with the provisions of clause (3) of Article 348 of the Constitution of India. Dehradun (the largest city) will remain the winter capital. -
Question 13 of 60
13. Question
Find the 1st private company which has sent astronauts into the space.
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Answer – 2) SpaceX
Explanation:
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s SpaceX became the first private company to launch two astronauts in space aboard its Crew Dragon spacecraft. The milestone flight marked the first time that American astronauts have flown from US soil since the NASA’s space shuttle programme ended in 2011. NASA astronauts Robrt Behnken and Douglas Hurley docked the SpaceX with the International Space Station(ISS) on 31st May 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 2) SpaceX
Explanation:
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s SpaceX became the first private company to launch two astronauts in space aboard its Crew Dragon spacecraft. The milestone flight marked the first time that American astronauts have flown from US soil since the NASA’s space shuttle programme ended in 2011. NASA astronauts Robrt Behnken and Douglas Hurley docked the SpaceX with the International Space Station(ISS) on 31st May 2020. -
Question 14 of 60
14. Question
World bank has granted Rs. 1950 cr to which state to combat COVID-19?
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Answer – 3) West Bengal
Explanation:
According to the Chief Minister (CM) of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee, the World Bank (WB) has granted loan worth of Rs. 1,950 crores to the state for tackling coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and developmental work.Incorrect
Answer – 3) West Bengal
Explanation:
According to the Chief Minister (CM) of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee, the World Bank (WB) has granted loan worth of Rs. 1,950 crores to the state for tackling coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and developmental work. -
Question 15 of 60
15. Question
What will be the growth of India in FY2020-21 as per World Bank’s Global Economic Prospect (GEP) June 2020?
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Answer – 5) -3.2%
Explanation:
The Washington based multilateral lender, World Bank in its latest edition of the Global Economic Prospect (GEP) June 2020 analytical chapters reports states that India’s growth is contract by 3.2% (so growth is -3.2%) for FY20-21. It was lower from 4.2% which forecasted in FY2019-20 at the end of March 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 5) -3.2%
Explanation:
The Washington based multilateral lender, World Bank in its latest edition of the Global Economic Prospect (GEP) June 2020 analytical chapters reports states that India’s growth is contract by 3.2% (so growth is -3.2%) for FY20-21. It was lower from 4.2% which forecasted in FY2019-20 at the end of March 2020. -
Question 16 of 60
16. Question
Wajid Khan who passed away recently is a renowned _______.
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Answer – 5) Music Director
Explanation:
Music Director Wajid Khan, of the popular duo Sajid-Wajid, known for his compositions for Salman Khan’s popular movies such as ‘Wanted’, the ‘Dabangg’ and ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, passed away at the age of 42 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Wajid Khan was the brother of music director Sajid Khan.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Music Director
Explanation:
Music Director Wajid Khan, of the popular duo Sajid-Wajid, known for his compositions for Salman Khan’s popular movies such as ‘Wanted’, the ‘Dabangg’ and ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, passed away at the age of 42 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Wajid Khan was the brother of music director Sajid Khan. -
Question 17 of 60
17. Question
Who has honored with “NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal” recently?
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Answer – 5) Renjith Kumar
Explanation:
Renjith Kumar, Engineer from Kerala and Indian Entrepreneur based in Virginia is honoured with NASA’s highest form of recognition for a non-governmental individual “NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal” for his service to NASA through executive leadership, engineering contribution, technical excellence and customer satisfaction.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Renjith Kumar
Explanation:
Renjith Kumar, Engineer from Kerala and Indian Entrepreneur based in Virginia is honoured with NASA’s highest form of recognition for a non-governmental individual “NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal” for his service to NASA through executive leadership, engineering contribution, technical excellence and customer satisfaction. -
Question 18 of 60
18. Question
Which among the following is the world’s oldest known land animal as per research published in the journal Historical Biology?
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Answer – 1) Kampecaris obanensis
Explanation:
According to the research published in the journal Historical Biology, fossilized millipede-like Silurian Period creature called Kampecaris obanensis (approximately 450 million years old) is unearthed on the island of Kerrera in the Scottish Inner Hebrides(Scotland), which is likely to be the world’s oldest-known land animal.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Kampecaris obanensis
Explanation:
According to the research published in the journal Historical Biology, fossilized millipede-like Silurian Period creature called Kampecaris obanensis (approximately 450 million years old) is unearthed on the island of Kerrera in the Scottish Inner Hebrides(Scotland), which is likely to be the world’s oldest-known land animal. -
Question 19 of 60
19. Question
Name the company which has partnered with Mastercard to launch “Cardless ATM powered by Mastercard”.
Correct
Answer – 1) Empays Payment Systems
Explanation:
In order to eliminate the use a physical card or touch an ATM PIN pad, amid the spread of coronavirus from contaminated surfaces, Empays Payment Systems has joined hands with Mastercard to launch “Cardless ATM powered by Mastercard” in India based on the standards of EMV (Europay, Mastercard, and Visa).Incorrect
Answer – 1) Empays Payment Systems
Explanation:
In order to eliminate the use a physical card or touch an ATM PIN pad, amid the spread of coronavirus from contaminated surfaces, Empays Payment Systems has joined hands with Mastercard to launch “Cardless ATM powered by Mastercard” in India based on the standards of EMV (Europay, Mastercard, and Visa). -
Question 20 of 60
20. Question
Which company has won the world’s largest solar contract worth $6 billion recently?
Correct
Answer – 2) Adani Green Energy Limited
Explanation:
Gautam Adani led Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has won one of world’s largest solar contract from Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) to develop 8 GW of solar projects along with a commitment to establish 2 GW of additional solar cell and module manufacturing capacity at cost of ₹45,000 crore or $6 bilion, creating 4 lakh direct and indirect jobs.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Adani Green Energy Limited
Explanation:
Gautam Adani led Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has won one of world’s largest solar contract from Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) to develop 8 GW of solar projects along with a commitment to establish 2 GW of additional solar cell and module manufacturing capacity at cost of ₹45,000 crore or $6 bilion, creating 4 lakh direct and indirect jobs. -
Question 21 of 60
21. Question
The developers of which country has developed the world’s 1st digital contact tracing app utilizing the Exposure Notification API of Apple and Google.
Correct
Answer – 3) Switzerland
Explanation:
The developer team of EPFL & ETH of Switzerland has developed the “SwissCovid”, first of its kind for digital contact tracing app utilizing the Exposure Notification API (Application Programming Interface) of Apple and Google and based on a decentralized approach to track the spread of coronavirus.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Switzerland
Explanation:
The developer team of EPFL & ETH of Switzerland has developed the “SwissCovid”, first of its kind for digital contact tracing app utilizing the Exposure Notification API (Application Programming Interface) of Apple and Google and based on a decentralized approach to track the spread of coronavirus. -
Question 22 of 60
22. Question
Who chairs the committee which was constituted by Ministry of Home Affairs for the welfare of the freedom fighters?
Correct
Answer – 3) Kishan Reddy
Explanation:
MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs) reconstituted a new committee for the welfare of the freedom fighters with the chairman G Kishan Reddy and 9 other “eminent freedom fighters” from across the country. Along with Reddy, former Congress MLA from Gujarat Dinakar Bhai Desai, who took part in 1942 Quit India Movement is one among the 9-member panel.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Kishan Reddy
Explanation:
MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs) reconstituted a new committee for the welfare of the freedom fighters with the chairman G Kishan Reddy and 9 other “eminent freedom fighters” from across the country. Along with Reddy, former Congress MLA from Gujarat Dinakar Bhai Desai, who took part in 1942 Quit India Movement is one among the 9-member panel. -
Question 23 of 60
23. Question
What is the revised turnover limit of Medium enterprises as per approval of union cabinet recently?
Correct
Answer – 4) 250 crore
Explanation:
Union Cabinet has approved the upward revision of MSME definition and modalities/ road map for laying down effective implementation mechanism under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Package. Following are the revisions:Category New Capital New Turnover Old Capital Old Turnover Micro 1 Crore 5 Crore 25 Lakh 10 Lakh Small 10 Crore 50 Crore 5 Crore 2 Crore Medium 50 Crore 250 Crore 10 crore 5 Crore Incorrect
Answer – 4) 250 crore
Explanation:
Union Cabinet has approved the upward revision of MSME definition and modalities/ road map for laying down effective implementation mechanism under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Package. Following are the revisions:Category New Capital New Turnover Old Capital Old Turnover Micro 1 Crore 5 Crore 25 Lakh 10 Lakh Small 10 Crore 50 Crore 5 Crore 2 Crore Medium 50 Crore 250 Crore 10 crore 5 Crore -
Question 24 of 60
24. Question
The central government has formed a committee headed by Rajnath Singh for the implementation of Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) for MSME. What is the amount that was allocated under ECLGS scheme by GoI?
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Answer – 5) 3 Lakh crore
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed a committee headed by Rajnath Singh to solve the difficulties faced in the implementation of Rs.3 Lakh crore collateral-free loan for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises(MSME) under Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) scheme announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 13th May 2020 as a part of Rs.20 Lakh crore Covid-19 aid to raise the economy. Under the Scheme, 100% guarantee coverage to be provided by National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC) for additional funding of up to Rs. 3 lakh crore to eligible MSMEs and interested MUDRA. borrowers, in the form of a Guaranteed Emergency Credit Line (GECL) facility.Incorrect
Answer – 5) 3 Lakh crore
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed a committee headed by Rajnath Singh to solve the difficulties faced in the implementation of Rs.3 Lakh crore collateral-free loan for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises(MSME) under Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) scheme announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 13th May 2020 as a part of Rs.20 Lakh crore Covid-19 aid to raise the economy. Under the Scheme, 100% guarantee coverage to be provided by National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC) for additional funding of up to Rs. 3 lakh crore to eligible MSMEs and interested MUDRA. borrowers, in the form of a Guaranteed Emergency Credit Line (GECL) facility. -
Question 25 of 60
25. Question
Name the special micro credit facility Scheme launched by Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs for providing affordable loans to street vendors.
Correct
Answer – 4) PM SVANidhi
Explanation:
On the lines of the announcement made by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 14 May, 2020 to provide special micro-credit facility to street vendors, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched a scheme PM SVANidhi – PM Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbharNidhi under which the street vendors, who had their businesses operational on or before 24 March, 2020 can avail a working capital loan of up to Rs. 10,000 which is repayable in monthly instalments in the tenure of one year.Incorrect
Answer – 4) PM SVANidhi
Explanation:
On the lines of the announcement made by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 14 May, 2020 to provide special micro-credit facility to street vendors, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched a scheme PM SVANidhi – PM Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbharNidhi under which the street vendors, who had their businesses operational on or before 24 March, 2020 can avail a working capital loan of up to Rs. 10,000 which is repayable in monthly instalments in the tenure of one year. -
Question 26 of 60
26. Question
Pritam Singh who passed away recently is a renowned ______.
Correct
Answer – 1) Management trainer
Explanation:
The Management guru, Padma Shri Pritam Singh, who contributed more than 50 research papers and 7 books on management education in India and abroad passed away at the age of 78 at a hospital in Gurugram due to cardiac arrest.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Management trainer
Explanation:
The Management guru, Padma Shri Pritam Singh, who contributed more than 50 research papers and 7 books on management education in India and abroad passed away at the age of 78 at a hospital in Gurugram due to cardiac arrest. -
Question 27 of 60
27. Question
The credit rating agency Moody’s has predicted India’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to contract by _______ in fiscal 2021.
Correct
Answer – 5) 4%
Explanation:
Rating agency Moody’s expects India’s real Gross Domestic Product(GDP) to contract by 4% in fiscal 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related lockdown measures. India’s foreign-currency and local-currency long-term issuer ratings have been downgraded to Baa3 from Baa2. Meanwhile India’s local-currency senior unsecured rating was also reduced to Baa3 from Baa2, and its short-term local currency rating to Prime(P)-3 from P-2. The outlook remains negative.Incorrect
Answer – 5) 4%
Explanation:
Rating agency Moody’s expects India’s real Gross Domestic Product(GDP) to contract by 4% in fiscal 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related lockdown measures. India’s foreign-currency and local-currency long-term issuer ratings have been downgraded to Baa3 from Baa2. Meanwhile India’s local-currency senior unsecured rating was also reduced to Baa3 from Baa2, and its short-term local currency rating to Prime(P)-3 from P-2. The outlook remains negative. -
Question 28 of 60
28. Question
Kurt Bilteaux Thomas who is in news recently is related to which sport?
Correct
Answer – 5) Gymnastics
Explanation:
kurt Bilteaux Thomas, the first American to win the gold medal in the Gymnastic World Championship 1978 in floor exercise held at the Strasbourg, France passed away at the age of 64 after suffering from a stroke on 24th May 2020 in Texas. He was born on 29th March 1956 in Miami, Florida.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Gymnastics
Explanation:
kurt Bilteaux Thomas, the first American to win the gold medal in the Gymnastic World Championship 1978 in floor exercise held at the Strasbourg, France passed away at the age of 64 after suffering from a stroke on 24th May 2020 in Texas. He was born on 29th March 1956 in Miami, Florida. -
Question 29 of 60
29. Question
According to “Poonam Avlokkan” survey the population of the Asiatic lion at the Gir sanctuary risen to 29% (approx.) in 5 years. The Gir national park is located in which state?
Correct
Answer – 1) Gujarat
Explanation:
According to the “Poonam Avlokkan” survey the population of the Asiatic lion at the Gir sanctuary in Gujarat has seen a commendable rise to approximately 29% (28.87%) from 27% in 2015 i.e their population went from 523 in 2015 to 674 in 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Gujarat
Explanation:
According to the “Poonam Avlokkan” survey the population of the Asiatic lion at the Gir sanctuary in Gujarat has seen a commendable rise to approximately 29% (28.87%) from 27% in 2015 i.e their population went from 523 in 2015 to 674 in 2020. -
Question 30 of 60
30. Question
PM Narendra Modi has appointed a committee to solve the difficulties in the implementation of Rs.3 Lakh crore collateral-free loan for MSME. Who heads the committee?
Correct
Answer – 1) Rajnath Singh
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed a committee headed by Rajnath Singh to solve the difficulties faced in the implementation of Rs.3 Lakh crore collateral-free loan for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises(MSME) announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 13th May 2020 as a part of Rs.20 Lakh crore Covid-19 aid to raise the economy.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Rajnath Singh
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed a committee headed by Rajnath Singh to solve the difficulties faced in the implementation of Rs.3 Lakh crore collateral-free loan for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises(MSME) announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 13th May 2020 as a part of Rs.20 Lakh crore Covid-19 aid to raise the economy. -
Question 31 of 60
31. Question
Which state/UT government has renamed Environment ministry as ‘Environment and Climate change’ ministry in June 2020?
Correct
Answer – 1) Maharashtra
Explanation:
On the occasion of World Environment Day (June 05, 2020), the Maharashtra cabinet chaired by its Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Bal Thackeray has approved a proposal to rename the state’s Environment Ministry as ‘Environment and Climate Change Ministry’ with the aim to play an active role in climate change mitigation.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Maharashtra
Explanation:
On the occasion of World Environment Day (June 05, 2020), the Maharashtra cabinet chaired by its Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Bal Thackeray has approved a proposal to rename the state’s Environment Ministry as ‘Environment and Climate Change Ministry’ with the aim to play an active role in climate change mitigation. -
Question 32 of 60
32. Question
What is the rank of India in “Countries Global Ranking of Startup Ecosystem 2020” report released by StartupBlink (topped by United States)?
Correct
Answer – 1) 23
Explanation:
In accordance with the “Countries Global Ranking of Startup Ecosystem 2020” by global innovation mapping and research company StartupBlink, India ranked at 23rd position, a drop of 6 places from 17th position in 2019. The ranking has been topped by the United States (US), followed by the United Kingdom (UK), and Israel at 2nd and 3rd position.Rank Country 1 United States (US) 2 United Kingdom (UK) 3 Israel 23 India Incorrect
Answer – 1) 23
Explanation:
In accordance with the “Countries Global Ranking of Startup Ecosystem 2020” by global innovation mapping and research company StartupBlink, India ranked at 23rd position, a drop of 6 places from 17th position in 2019. The ranking has been topped by the United States (US), followed by the United Kingdom (UK), and Israel at 2nd and 3rd position.Rank Country 1 United States (US) 2 United Kingdom (UK) 3 Israel 23 India -
Question 33 of 60
33. Question
Which country has signed agreement with Italy to demarcate maritime boundaries?
Correct
Answer – 1) Greece
Explanation:
Greece and Italy have signed an agreement demarcating their maritime boundaries, amid tension in the Mediterranean region over rights to natural resources. The agreement signed on Tuesday in Athens tackled an issue that had been pending for 40 years.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Greece
Explanation:
Greece and Italy have signed an agreement demarcating their maritime boundaries, amid tension in the Mediterranean region over rights to natural resources. The agreement signed on Tuesday in Athens tackled an issue that had been pending for 40 years. -
Question 34 of 60
34. Question
Which ministry has released the e-booklet titled ‘One Year of Modi 2.0 – Towards A Self-Reliant India’?
Correct
Answer – 3) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Explanation:
A 92-page e-booklet called ‘One Year of Modi 2.0 – Towards A Self-Reliant India’ on the key achievements of the Modi government during its second term was released on June 1, 2020, by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B). This marks the first anniversary of the second term of the government.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Explanation:
A 92-page e-booklet called ‘One Year of Modi 2.0 – Towards A Self-Reliant India’ on the key achievements of the Modi government during its second term was released on June 1, 2020, by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B). This marks the first anniversary of the second term of the government. -
Question 35 of 60
35. Question
Central government has allocated the 1 Lakh crore for which scheme in FY 2020-21 (more than 50% of budget estimation)?
Correct
Answer – 5) MGNREGS
Explanation:
The highest ever allocation of funds worth Rs. 1,01,500 made under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) in the current Financial Year(FY) 2020-2021. A sum of Rs. 31,493 crores have already been released in 2020-21, which is more than 50 percent of budget estimation of current Financial Year 2020-21.Incorrect
Answer – 5) MGNREGS
Explanation:
The highest ever allocation of funds worth Rs. 1,01,500 made under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) in the current Financial Year(FY) 2020-2021. A sum of Rs. 31,493 crores have already been released in 2020-21, which is more than 50 percent of budget estimation of current Financial Year 2020-21. -
Question 36 of 60
36. Question
Name the portal which was launched by PM Modi to help the smaller MSMEs by resolving their grievances and the complaints received on the portal.
Correct
Answer – 3) CHAMPIONS
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has launched CHAMPIONS (Creation and Harmonious Application of Modern Processes for Increasing the Output and National Strength) to help the smaller MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) by resolving their grievances and the complaints received on the portal will also be redressed within the prescribed limit.Incorrect
Answer – 3) CHAMPIONS
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has launched CHAMPIONS (Creation and Harmonious Application of Modern Processes for Increasing the Output and National Strength) to help the smaller MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) by resolving their grievances and the complaints received on the portal will also be redressed within the prescribed limit. -
Question 37 of 60
37. Question
Shobha Sekhar who received “Order of Australia” medal is a renowned _______.
Correct
Answer – 5) Musician
Explanation:
Indian Musician Shobha Sekhar, the founder of Kalakruthi a music organisation in Australia receives the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the Queen’s Birthday 2020 for her service to Indian music and dance.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Musician
Explanation:
Indian Musician Shobha Sekhar, the founder of Kalakruthi a music organisation in Australia receives the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the Queen’s Birthday 2020 for her service to Indian music and dance. -
Question 38 of 60
38. Question
Which is the 1st Indian state to declare internet as fundamental right?
Correct
Answer – 4) Kerala
Explanation:
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced on a Rs.1500 crore Kerala Fiber Optic Network(K-FON) project executed by the association of Bharat Electronics Limited(BEL), RailTel Corporation (Public sector companies) and SRIT and LS Cables (Private sector companies) to provide free internet access for the poor by December 2020 and become the first state to declare the internet as a fundamental right of the citizen.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Kerala
Explanation:
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced on a Rs.1500 crore Kerala Fiber Optic Network(K-FON) project executed by the association of Bharat Electronics Limited(BEL), RailTel Corporation (Public sector companies) and SRIT and LS Cables (Private sector companies) to provide free internet access for the poor by December 2020 and become the first state to declare the internet as a fundamental right of the citizen. -
Question 39 of 60
39. Question
Which institute/university ranked top in the QS World University Rankings 2021?
Correct
Answer – 1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Explanation:
QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) is a global education analyst that released the 17th edition of the QS World University Rankings 2021. This year only 3 Indian Institutions were among the top two-hundred ranks 2 IIT’s and IISC. Globally, MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), USA continues to be the number one for the 9th year in a row.QS World University Rankings 2021 ( TOP 5) 2021 Institution Country 1 Massachusetts Institute of Technology(MIT) USA 2 Stanford University USA 3 Harvard University USA 4 California Institute of Technology(Cal Tech) USA 5 University of Oxford UK Incorrect
Answer – 1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Explanation:
QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) is a global education analyst that released the 17th edition of the QS World University Rankings 2021. This year only 3 Indian Institutions were among the top two-hundred ranks 2 IIT’s and IISC. Globally, MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), USA continues to be the number one for the 9th year in a row.QS World University Rankings 2021 ( TOP 5) 2021 Institution Country 1 Massachusetts Institute of Technology(MIT) USA 2 Stanford University USA 3 Harvard University USA 4 California Institute of Technology(Cal Tech) USA 5 University of Oxford UK -
Question 40 of 60
40. Question
Name the longest expressway of India, which is likely to be completed by 2021.
Correct
Answer – 4) Purvanchal Expressway
Explanation:
Purvanchal Expressway: India’s longest expressway –in Uttar Pradesh is likely to be completed by the end of the year. The foundation stone of the Purvanchal Expressway project was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Azamgarh, located in the state of Uttar Pradesh in July 2018.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Purvanchal Expressway
Explanation:
Purvanchal Expressway: India’s longest expressway –in Uttar Pradesh is likely to be completed by the end of the year. The foundation stone of the Purvanchal Expressway project was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Azamgarh, located in the state of Uttar Pradesh in July 2018. -
Question 41 of 60
41. Question
Which is the most expensive Indian city as per 26th Annual Cost of Living Survey 2020 released by Mercer (Hong Kong is the most expensive city of the world)?
Correct
Answer – 3) Mumbai
Explanation:
Mercer released its 26th Annual Cost of Living Survey 2020. From India, Mumbai city has been ranked 60th most expensive city globally and also 19th in Asia. Mumbai is the only Indian city ranked in the top 100. Hongkong tops the list globally. Hong Kong is the most expensive city of the world, followed by Ashgabat and Tokyo.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Mumbai
Explanation:
Mercer released its 26th Annual Cost of Living Survey 2020. From India, Mumbai city has been ranked 60th most expensive city globally and also 19th in Asia. Mumbai is the only Indian city ranked in the top 100. Hongkong tops the list globally. Hong Kong is the most expensive city of the world, followed by Ashgabat and Tokyo. -
Question 42 of 60
42. Question
‘COVID-19 Technology Access Pool’ (C-Tap) was launched by WHO for equal access to life-saving technology around the world. How many countries supported C-Tap (till May 29, 2020)?
Correct
Answer – 5) 35
Explanation:
The COVID-19 (Technology) Access Pool or C-TAP which was mooted by President Carlos Alvarado of Costa Rica has been launched by the World Health Organization (WHO) during an event co-hosted by WHO and Costa Rica on May 29, 2020 at Geneva, Switzerland. This was launched after 35 countries and multiple international partners and institutions have signed for this pool to support it. Countries that have supported C-TAP till May 29, 2020: 35.Incorrect
Answer – 5) 35
Explanation:
The COVID-19 (Technology) Access Pool or C-TAP which was mooted by President Carlos Alvarado of Costa Rica has been launched by the World Health Organization (WHO) during an event co-hosted by WHO and Costa Rica on May 29, 2020 at Geneva, Switzerland. This was launched after 35 countries and multiple international partners and institutions have signed for this pool to support it. Countries that have supported C-TAP till May 29, 2020: 35. -
Question 43 of 60
43. Question
Which is the 1st country in the world that runs Double-Stack Container train in OHE electrified region?
Correct
Answer – 3) India
Explanation:
Indian railways created a benchmark by setting a new world history on the successful running of the first Double-decker Container Train with a contact wire of 7.57-metre height on its high reach pantograph in the high rise Over Head Equipment (OHE) electrified territory on the western railway from Palanpur and Botad stations in Gujarat.Incorrect
Answer – 3) India
Explanation:
Indian railways created a benchmark by setting a new world history on the successful running of the first Double-decker Container Train with a contact wire of 7.57-metre height on its high reach pantograph in the high rise Over Head Equipment (OHE) electrified territory on the western railway from Palanpur and Botad stations in Gujarat. -
Question 44 of 60
44. Question
Which Indian writer has won 2020 Commonwealth short story prize (for Asia region) for the story “The Great Indian Tee and Snakes”?
Correct
Answer – Kritika Pandey
Explanation:
Kritika Pandey, a 29-year-old Indian Writer from Ranchi, was announced as the winner of regional award for Asia in 2020 Commonwealth short story prize for her story “The Great Indian Tee and Snakes” – about love in an age of hatred and prejudice.Incorrect
Answer – Kritika Pandey
Explanation:
Kritika Pandey, a 29-year-old Indian Writer from Ranchi, was announced as the winner of regional award for Asia in 2020 Commonwealth short story prize for her story “The Great Indian Tee and Snakes” – about love in an age of hatred and prejudice. -
Question 45 of 60
45. Question
Who has received the 2020 World Food Prize Laureate?
Correct
Answer – 1) Rattan Lal
Explanation:
76-year-old Indian-American Soil scientist, Dr. Rattan Lal received the 2020 World Food Prize Laureate (250,000 USD – Rs. 1.89 crore) for developing and mainstreaming a soil centric approach to increase food production that conserves natural resources and mitigates climate change. He was born in 1944 in Karyal, West Punjab, India.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Rattan Lal
Explanation:
76-year-old Indian-American Soil scientist, Dr. Rattan Lal received the 2020 World Food Prize Laureate (250,000 USD – Rs. 1.89 crore) for developing and mainstreaming a soil centric approach to increase food production that conserves natural resources and mitigates climate change. He was born in 1944 in Karyal, West Punjab, India. -
Question 46 of 60
46. Question
Find the Indian NGO which has won the World Health Organization’s ‘World No Tobacco Day Award 2020’.
Correct
Answer – 5) SEEDS
Explanation:
The World Health Organization(WHO) has accorded the World No Tobacco Day Award 2020 to Socio-Economic and Educational Development Society (SEEDS), an Indian non-governmental organization(NGO), one among the 3 SouthEast Asian Region awardees, for its efforts to ban pan masala, gutkha, e-cigarettes and hookah in Bihar and Jharkhand.Incorrect
Answer – 5) SEEDS
Explanation:
The World Health Organization(WHO) has accorded the World No Tobacco Day Award 2020 to Socio-Economic and Educational Development Society (SEEDS), an Indian non-governmental organization(NGO), one among the 3 SouthEast Asian Region awardees, for its efforts to ban pan masala, gutkha, e-cigarettes and hookah in Bihar and Jharkhand. -
Question 47 of 60
47. Question
The petroleum and natural gas ministry has formed 3-member committee to inquire the Assam oil well disaster. Who head the committee/Panel?
Correct
Answer – 3) SCL Das
Explanation:
A 3-member high-level committee was formed by the Petroleum Ministry to inquire the disaster at Oil India Ltd well in Assam. The panel will be headed by Director General of Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH), SCL Das, other members of the panel include BC Bora former ONGC (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation) chairman and T K Sengupta former ONGC director.Incorrect
Answer – 3) SCL Das
Explanation:
A 3-member high-level committee was formed by the Petroleum Ministry to inquire the disaster at Oil India Ltd well in Assam. The panel will be headed by Director General of Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH), SCL Das, other members of the panel include BC Bora former ONGC (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation) chairman and T K Sengupta former ONGC director. -
Question 48 of 60
48. Question
The Expert Committees on Rationalisation of Film Media Units and on Review of Autonomous Bodies submitted its report to Minister of Information and broadcasting recently. Who heads the committee?
Correct
Answer – 3) Bimal Julka
Explanation:
Expert Committees on Rationalisation/Closure/Merger of Film Media Units, and on Review of Autonomous Bodies under the aegis of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) submitted their report to Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar during a meet in New Delhi. Both committees were headed by Bimal Julka for rationalisation and professionalisation of film institutes.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Bimal Julka
Explanation:
Expert Committees on Rationalisation/Closure/Merger of Film Media Units, and on Review of Autonomous Bodies under the aegis of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) submitted their report to Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar during a meet in New Delhi. Both committees were headed by Bimal Julka for rationalisation and professionalisation of film institutes. -
Question 49 of 60
49. Question
A team of Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has discovered a 1100-year-old monolithic sandstone Shiva lingam in which country (recently)?
Correct
Answer – 1) Vietnam
Explanation:
A 4-member team of Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has discovered a 1100-year-old monolithic sandstone Shiva lingam, a representation of the Hindu deity Shiva, at the Cham Temple Complex located in My Son Sanctuary of Quang Nam Province, Vietnam.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Vietnam
Explanation:
A 4-member team of Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has discovered a 1100-year-old monolithic sandstone Shiva lingam, a representation of the Hindu deity Shiva, at the Cham Temple Complex located in My Son Sanctuary of Quang Nam Province, Vietnam. -
Question 50 of 60
50. Question
Who authored the book titled ‘Lockdown Liaisons’?
Correct
Answer – 5) Shobhaa De
Explanation:
Writer and Columnist Shobhaa De’s new collection of stories titled “Lockdown Liaisons” a book reflecting the impacts of COVID-19 on human lives published by Simon & Schuster India and released on May 30, 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Shobhaa De
Explanation:
Writer and Columnist Shobhaa De’s new collection of stories titled “Lockdown Liaisons” a book reflecting the impacts of COVID-19 on human lives published by Simon & Schuster India and released on May 30, 2020. -
Question 51 of 60
51. Question
For which country, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has extended the individual sanctions, travel ban and an arms embargo until May 2021?
Correct
Answer – 5) South Sudan
Explanation:
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has extended the individual sanctions, travel ban and an arms embargo in South Sudan until May 2021. An arms embargo is a restriction or a set of sanctions that applies solely to weaponry. This extension has been drafted by the United States (US), which received 12 votes in favor while Russia, China and South Africa abstained from it.Incorrect
Answer – 5) South Sudan
Explanation:
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has extended the individual sanctions, travel ban and an arms embargo in South Sudan until May 2021. An arms embargo is a restriction or a set of sanctions that applies solely to weaponry. This extension has been drafted by the United States (US), which received 12 votes in favor while Russia, China and South Africa abstained from it. -
Question 52 of 60
52. Question
The Theme for world day against child labor 2020 is “COVID-19: Protect children from child labour, now more than ever”. When was the day observed annually?
Correct
Answer – 1) June 12
Explanation:
June 12 of Every year is observed as the World Day Against Child Labour which was launched by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in 2002 to focus on the global extent of child labour and the steps to be taken to eliminate it. Theme of 2020: “COVID-19: Protect children from child labour, now more than ever”.Incorrect
Answer – 1) June 12
Explanation:
June 12 of Every year is observed as the World Day Against Child Labour which was launched by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in 2002 to focus on the global extent of child labour and the steps to be taken to eliminate it. Theme of 2020: “COVID-19: Protect children from child labour, now more than ever”. -
Question 53 of 60
53. Question
RBI has created Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF) of worth _____ to boost digitalization.
Correct
Answer – 3) 500 Crore
Explanation:
To encourage the deployment of Points of Sale (PoS) infrastructure in smaller cities and towns, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has created a Rs 500-crore ($66 million) Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF), in which it will start with an initial contribution of Rs 250 crore & the remaining half of the amount will be installed by card issuing banks and card networks working in the country.Incorrect
Answer – 3) 500 Crore
Explanation:
To encourage the deployment of Points of Sale (PoS) infrastructure in smaller cities and towns, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has created a Rs 500-crore ($66 million) Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF), in which it will start with an initial contribution of Rs 250 crore & the remaining half of the amount will be installed by card issuing banks and card networks working in the country. -
Question 54 of 60
54. Question
Find the person who was appointed as the brand ambassador of Bihar’s Khadi.
Correct
Answer – 1) Pankaj Tripathi
Explanation:
Pankaj Tripathi, Bollywood Actor, was appointed as the brand ambassador of Bihar’s Khadi by the Government of Bihar.He will promote the usage of Khadi product as well as the Patna’s Khadi Mall.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Pankaj Tripathi
Explanation:
Pankaj Tripathi, Bollywood Actor, was appointed as the brand ambassador of Bihar’s Khadi by the Government of Bihar.He will promote the usage of Khadi product as well as the Patna’s Khadi Mall. -
Question 55 of 60
55. Question
Name the Indian who has been appointed as the senior advisor at World Bank recently.
Correct
Answer – 4) Rajeev Topno
Explanation:
Cabinet’s Appointment committee approved the appointments of Rajeev Topno, the private secretary to the prime minister as Senior Advisor to the Executive Director (ED), World Bank & Brajendra Navnit, the Joint Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office (July 2014 – September 2019) as Ambassador and Permanent Representative of India (PRI) to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) & will be posted at the Permanent Mission of India (PMI) to the WTO, under the Department of Commerce. He replaced JS Deepak at the PMI whose two-year extended term ended on May 31.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Rajeev Topno
Explanation:
Cabinet’s Appointment committee approved the appointments of Rajeev Topno, the private secretary to the prime minister as Senior Advisor to the Executive Director (ED), World Bank & Brajendra Navnit, the Joint Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office (July 2014 – September 2019) as Ambassador and Permanent Representative of India (PRI) to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) & will be posted at the Permanent Mission of India (PMI) to the WTO, under the Department of Commerce. He replaced JS Deepak at the PMI whose two-year extended term ended on May 31. -
Question 56 of 60
56. Question
Who heads the 5-member Internal working group formed by RBI to review ownership and control of Private banks?
Correct
Answer – 2) PK Mohanty
Explanation:
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has set up a 5-member internal working group (IWG) headed by its Central Board Director Prasanna Kumar (PK) Mohanty to review ownership guidelines and corporate structure for private banks in light of recent developments in the banking sector. The committee is due to submit its report by 30th September 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 2) PK Mohanty
Explanation:
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has set up a 5-member internal working group (IWG) headed by its Central Board Director Prasanna Kumar (PK) Mohanty to review ownership guidelines and corporate structure for private banks in light of recent developments in the banking sector. The committee is due to submit its report by 30th September 2020. -
Question 57 of 60
57. Question
Who has been named as the EY world entrepreneur of the year 2020?
Correct
Answer – 5) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Explanation:
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (67), Executive Chairperson of India-based Biocon Limited was named as EY World Entrepreneur of the year 2020 for her contribution to improve access to affordable life-saving medicine & transform the world in one of its kind virtual entrepreneurship award ceremony. She became the 3rd Indian to win this award, after Uday Kotak of Kotak Mahindra Bank (2014) and Narayana Murthy of Infosys Technologies Limited (2005).Incorrect
Answer – 5) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Explanation:
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (67), Executive Chairperson of India-based Biocon Limited was named as EY World Entrepreneur of the year 2020 for her contribution to improve access to affordable life-saving medicine & transform the world in one of its kind virtual entrepreneurship award ceremony. She became the 3rd Indian to win this award, after Uday Kotak of Kotak Mahindra Bank (2014) and Narayana Murthy of Infosys Technologies Limited (2005). -
Question 58 of 60
58. Question
The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) has bought ______% stake in Jio platforms for Rs 5,863.50 crores.
Correct
Answer – 5) 1.16
Explanation:
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), one of the world’s biggest sovereign wealth funds, has invested Rs 5,863.50 crore for a 1.16 % stake in Jio platforms, a subsidiary of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani-controlled Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL).Incorrect
Answer – 5) 1.16
Explanation:
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), one of the world’s biggest sovereign wealth funds, has invested Rs 5,863.50 crore for a 1.16 % stake in Jio platforms, a subsidiary of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani-controlled Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL). -
Question 59 of 60
59. Question
The World Environment Day (WED) was observed every year on June 5. What is the theme for WED 2020?
Correct
Answer – 4) “Biodiversity”
Explanation:
June 5th of every year is celebrated as the World Environment Day since 1974 in more than 100 countries. This is a United Nations flagship day to promote and encourage the involvement of the government, businesses, celebrities and citizens to focus on environmental issues. The activities of World Environment Day 2020 will be hosted by Colombia in partnership with Germany. Theme of World Environment Day 2020 is “Biodiversity”.Incorrect
Answer – 4) “Biodiversity”
Explanation:
June 5th of every year is celebrated as the World Environment Day since 1974 in more than 100 countries. This is a United Nations flagship day to promote and encourage the involvement of the government, businesses, celebrities and citizens to focus on environmental issues. The activities of World Environment Day 2020 will be hosted by Colombia in partnership with Germany. Theme of World Environment Day 2020 is “Biodiversity”. -
Question 60 of 60
60. Question
Name the app which is India’s first indigenous wireless physiological parameters monitoring system for the COVID-19 affected patients (launched by Jitendra Singh).
Correct
Answer – 2) COVID BEEP
Explanation:
Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) medical college, Hyderabad in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad and the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Hyderabad, and Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECL) have developed India’s first indigenous wireless physiological parameters monitoring system for the COVID-19 affected patients namely “COVID BEEP” app. It is an acronym for Continuous Oxygenation & Vital Information Detection Biomed ECIL ESIC Pod. It has been virtually launched by Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr. Jitendra Singh along with Minister of State for Home Affairs, Gangapuram Kishan Reddy, Dean ESIC Medical College, Prof. Srinivas M.Incorrect
Answer – 2) COVID BEEP
Explanation:
Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) medical college, Hyderabad in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad and the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Hyderabad, and Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECL) have developed India’s first indigenous wireless physiological parameters monitoring system for the COVID-19 affected patients namely “COVID BEEP” app. It is an acronym for Continuous Oxygenation & Vital Information Detection Biomed ECIL ESIC Pod. It has been virtually launched by Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr. Jitendra Singh along with Minister of State for Home Affairs, Gangapuram Kishan Reddy, Dean ESIC Medical College, Prof. Srinivas M.