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Question 1 of 40
1. Question
Name the e-Commerce company, which signed MoU with Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY- NULM) for e-Marketing of products made by Self Help Groups across the Country.
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Answer – 4) Amazon
Explanation:
Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY- NULM) functions under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs(MoHUA) signed MoU (Memorandum of Understandings) with Amazon for electronic marketing (e-Marketing) of products made by Self Help Groups (SHGs) across the Country.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Amazon
Explanation:
Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY- NULM) functions under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs(MoHUA) signed MoU (Memorandum of Understandings) with Amazon for electronic marketing (e-Marketing) of products made by Self Help Groups (SHGs) across the Country. -
Question 2 of 40
2. Question
Under which scheme the Inter Ministerial Approval Committee (IMAC) headed by Harsimrat Kaur Badal approved 8 projects worth Rs 230 Crores in TamilNadu.
Correct
Answer – 2) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY)
Explanation:
The Inter-Ministerial Approval Committee (IMAC) meeting which was held under the chairmanship of Union Food Processing Industries Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal, sanctioned 10 projects worth Rs 301.54 crore. The projects are sanctioned under the ‘Agro Processing Cluster Scheme’ of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) – Under this scheme IMAC approved 8 projects of Rs 230 Crore for 8 districts in TamilNadu.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY)
Explanation:
The Inter-Ministerial Approval Committee (IMAC) meeting which was held under the chairmanship of Union Food Processing Industries Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal, sanctioned 10 projects worth Rs 301.54 crore. The projects are sanctioned under the ‘Agro Processing Cluster Scheme’ of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) – Under this scheme IMAC approved 8 projects of Rs 230 Crore for 8 districts in TamilNadu. -
Question 3 of 40
3. Question
Name the Life Insurance company, which is going to provide football coaching to the under-privileged girls under ‘Bachhpan Ka Rakshakaran’ programme in association with ‘Oscar Foundation’.
Correct
Answer – 5) TATA AIA Life Insurance
Explanation:
In order to create interest in education for the under-privileged girls aged 12-16 years, by using football coaching as a medium, Tata AIA Life Insurance, a joint venture company formed by Tata Sons Ltd and AIA Group Ltd(AIA), has launched a ‘Bachhpan Ka Rakshakaran’ program in association with Mumbai based Non-profit ‘Oscar Foundation’.Incorrect
Answer – 5) TATA AIA Life Insurance
Explanation:
In order to create interest in education for the under-privileged girls aged 12-16 years, by using football coaching as a medium, Tata AIA Life Insurance, a joint venture company formed by Tata Sons Ltd and AIA Group Ltd(AIA), has launched a ‘Bachhpan Ka Rakshakaran’ program in association with Mumbai based Non-profit ‘Oscar Foundation’. -
Question 4 of 40
4. Question
Name the Metro which tied up with Paytm to launch QR-based metro ticketing system.
Correct
Answer – 3) Hyderabad Metro
Explanation:
Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL) in partnership with Paytm has launched a QR-code-based metro ticketing system at Rasoolpura metro station Hyderabad.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Hyderabad Metro
Explanation:
Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL) in partnership with Paytm has launched a QR-code-based metro ticketing system at Rasoolpura metro station Hyderabad. -
Question 5 of 40
5. Question
As per “Wealth Report 2020” released by Knight Frank LLP, what is India’s rank based on number UHNWIs (Ultra high net worth individuals – people who have a net worth of $30Mn or above).
Correct
Answer – 2) 12
Explanation:
India, according to Knight Frank’s ‘Wealth Report 2020’, ranks 12th and had 5,986 Ultra high net worth individuals in 2019, which is likely to reach 10,354 by 2024. United States ranked top with 240, 575 individuals. The number of billionaires in India, on the other hand, is likely to reach 113 by 2024, up from 104 in 2019. India had 5,986 UHNWIs (Ultra high-net-worth individuals – people who are having a net worth of at least $30 million(mn) and above) in 2019 and they expected to increase by 73% in the coming 5 years. This will almost double the current count to 10,354.Incorrect
Answer – 2) 12
Explanation:
India, according to Knight Frank’s ‘Wealth Report 2020’, ranks 12th and had 5,986 Ultra high net worth individuals in 2019, which is likely to reach 10,354 by 2024. United States ranked top with 240, 575 individuals. The number of billionaires in India, on the other hand, is likely to reach 113 by 2024, up from 104 in 2019. India had 5,986 UHNWIs (Ultra high-net-worth individuals – people who are having a net worth of at least $30 million(mn) and above) in 2019 and they expected to increase by 73% in the coming 5 years. This will almost double the current count to 10,354. -
Question 6 of 40
6. Question
Name the person who has become the first player in the world to play 500 T20 matches.
Correct
Answer – 4) Kieron Pollard
Explanation:
West Indies skipper Kieron Pollard has become the first player in the history of T20 (Twenty20) cricket to feature in 500 matches during the field against Sri Lanka for the first T20I in Pallekele, Srilanka.Dwayne Bravo is second in the list followed by Chris Gayle.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Kieron Pollard
Explanation:
West Indies skipper Kieron Pollard has become the first player in the history of T20 (Twenty20) cricket to feature in 500 matches during the field against Sri Lanka for the first T20I in Pallekele, Srilanka.Dwayne Bravo is second in the list followed by Chris Gayle. -
Question 7 of 40
7. Question
‘Chapchar Kut’ is the biggest and oldest festival of which Indian state (celebrated on March 6, 2020)?
Correct
Answer – 5) Mizoram
Explanation:
March 6 2020 “Chapchar Kut”, a biggest and oldest festival of Mizoram, is celebrated on March 6 2020. The pre-celebration started on 5th March 2020, with the mega event held at the Assam Rifles Ground at Aizawl.This festival is considered as the most popular spring festival celebrated on Mizoram.It is originated in- 1450-1700 A.D at Suaipui village.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Mizoram
Explanation:
March 6 2020 “Chapchar Kut”, a biggest and oldest festival of Mizoram, is celebrated on March 6 2020. The pre-celebration started on 5th March 2020, with the mega event held at the Assam Rifles Ground at Aizawl.This festival is considered as the most popular spring festival celebrated on Mizoram.It is originated in- 1450-1700 A.D at Suaipui village. -
Question 8 of 40
8. Question
With which world organization the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD) had organized a discussion Programme on the topic “The Future of Work: Women in India’s Workforce” at New Delhi.
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Answer – 4) World Bank (WB)
Explanation:
The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) & the World Bank organized a discussion Programme on the topic “The Future of Work: Women in India’s Workforce” at New Delhi.Incorrect
Answer – 4) World Bank (WB)
Explanation:
The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) & the World Bank organized a discussion Programme on the topic “The Future of Work: Women in India’s Workforce” at New Delhi. -
Question 9 of 40
9. Question
As per the Report titled “A New Era for Girls: Taking stock on 25 years of progress”, The global participation of female youth aged 15–24 years in the labour force has declined from 47% in 1995 to ____% in 2020.
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Answer – 2) 33
Explanation:
As per the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) report titled “A New Era for Girls: Taking stock on 25 years of progress” in collaboration with UN Women and Plan International, the global participation of female youth aged 15–24 years in the labour force has declined from 47% in 1995 to 33% in 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 2) 33
Explanation:
As per the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) report titled “A New Era for Girls: Taking stock on 25 years of progress” in collaboration with UN Women and Plan International, the global participation of female youth aged 15–24 years in the labour force has declined from 47% in 1995 to 33% in 2020. -
Question 10 of 40
10. Question
Indian Coastal Guard ‘s 9th edition of rescue exercise “SAREX-2019”, conducted at which Indian state?
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Answer – 3) Goa
Explanation:
Indian Coast Guard (ICG), an armed force that protects India’s maritime interests, has conducted a 2-day 9th edition of national level search and rescue exercise ‘SAREX-2020’ based on the theme ‘Harmonization of Maritime and Aeronautical Search and Rescue (HAMSAR)’ in the sea at Vasco, South Goa district from March 5-7,2020.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Goa
Explanation:
Indian Coast Guard (ICG), an armed force that protects India’s maritime interests, has conducted a 2-day 9th edition of national level search and rescue exercise ‘SAREX-2020’ based on the theme ‘Harmonization of Maritime and Aeronautical Search and Rescue (HAMSAR)’ in the sea at Vasco, South Goa district from March 5-7,2020. -
Question 11 of 40
11. Question
Name the Indian state which is 1st in the country to own a separate department for Self Help Groups (SHGs) named ‘Department of Mission Shakti’.
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Answer – 4) Odisha
Explanation:
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced that Odisha is the 1st state to own a separate department for Self Help Groups named as” Department of Mission Shakti”. It is created for the development of women & is dedicated to all the women of Odisha.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Odisha
Explanation:
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced that Odisha is the 1st state to own a separate department for Self Help Groups named as” Department of Mission Shakti”. It is created for the development of women & is dedicated to all the women of Odisha. -
Question 12 of 40
12. Question
Name the 103-year old Athlete, who got Nari Shakti Puraskar award for 2019 for her achievements in Athletics.
Correct
Answer – 1) Man Kaur
Explanation:
A 104-year old woman Man Kaur will be presented will be awarded the ‘Nari Shakti Puraskar’ for her achievements in athletics on the occasion of International women’s day by President Ram Nath Kovind in New Delhi.
Awardees ListS.no Name Key Accomplishment State 1 Bina Devi or ‘Mushroom Mahila’ Popularizing mushroom cultivation Munger , Bihar 2 Padala Bhudevi Working for development of Tribal People Through a CAVS (Chinnai Adhivasi Vikas Society), established in 1996. Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh 3 Arifa Jan Restored the culture and heritage of Jammu and Kashmir- Numdha handicrafts Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 4 Chami Murmu or ‘Lady Tarzan’ of Jharkhand Planted trees & protected local wildlife Rajnagar, SaraikelaKharsawan, Jharkhand 5 Nilza Wangmo First one to serve Ladhak cuisines in her Alchi Kitchen Restaurant & represented Ladakhi recipes in 5-star hotels in India Leh ,Ladakh 6 Rashmi Urdhwardeshe Development of automobile technologies Pune, Maharashtra 7 Sardarni Mann Kaur or ‘Miracle from Chandigarh'(103) Achievements in athletics Patiala, Punjab 8 Kalavati Devi- ‘lady mason’ Built toilets & created awareness regarding the ills of open defecation Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 9 Tashi and Nungshi Malik First female twins to scale Mount Everest in 2013 Dehradun, Uttarakhand 10 Kaushiki Chakroborty Khayal and Thumri exponent. Kolkata, West Bengal 11 Bhageerathi Amma
(105)Karthyayini Amma(96)Cleared the fourth standard equivalency examination & became the oldest equivalency course student of Kerala.topped “Akshara Laksham”
in 2018 scoring 98/100 marksKollam, Alappuzha, Kerala 12 AvaniChaturvedi
Bhawna Kanth
Mohana Singh Jitarwal
(Indian Air Force)First Indian Women Pilots to take a solo flight in MIG-21 in 2018 Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
Darbhanga, Bihar
Agra, Uttar PradeshIncorrect
Answer – 1) Man Kaur
Explanation:
A 104-year old woman Man Kaur will be presented will be awarded the ‘Nari Shakti Puraskar’ for her achievements in athletics on the occasion of International women’s day by President Ram Nath Kovind in New Delhi.
Awardees ListS.no Name Key Accomplishment State 1 Bina Devi or ‘Mushroom Mahila’ Popularizing mushroom cultivation Munger , Bihar 2 Padala Bhudevi Working for development of Tribal People Through a CAVS (Chinnai Adhivasi Vikas Society), established in 1996. Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh 3 Arifa Jan Restored the culture and heritage of Jammu and Kashmir- Numdha handicrafts Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir 4 Chami Murmu or ‘Lady Tarzan’ of Jharkhand Planted trees & protected local wildlife Rajnagar, SaraikelaKharsawan, Jharkhand 5 Nilza Wangmo First one to serve Ladhak cuisines in her Alchi Kitchen Restaurant & represented Ladakhi recipes in 5-star hotels in India Leh ,Ladakh 6 Rashmi Urdhwardeshe Development of automobile technologies Pune, Maharashtra 7 Sardarni Mann Kaur or ‘Miracle from Chandigarh'(103) Achievements in athletics Patiala, Punjab 8 Kalavati Devi- ‘lady mason’ Built toilets & created awareness regarding the ills of open defecation Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 9 Tashi and Nungshi Malik First female twins to scale Mount Everest in 2013 Dehradun, Uttarakhand 10 Kaushiki Chakroborty Khayal and Thumri exponent. Kolkata, West Bengal 11 Bhageerathi Amma
(105)Karthyayini Amma(96)Cleared the fourth standard equivalency examination & became the oldest equivalency course student of Kerala.topped “Akshara Laksham”
in 2018 scoring 98/100 marksKollam, Alappuzha, Kerala 12 AvaniChaturvedi
Bhawna Kanth
Mohana Singh Jitarwal
(Indian Air Force)First Indian Women Pilots to take a solo flight in MIG-21 in 2018 Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
Darbhanga, Bihar
Agra, Uttar Pradesh -
Question 13 of 40
13. Question
As per the paper “Rethinking Gender Representation across Value Chains” released during the 3rd Gender Equality Summit 2020, If Women’s labour force is same as Men’s labour force then it can boost India’s GDP by _______.
Correct
Answer – 3) 27%
Explanation:
As per the paper “Rethinking Gender Representation across Value Chains” released during the 3rd Gender Equality Summit 2020, If Women’s labour force is same as Men’s labour force then it can boost India’s GDP by 27%.Incorrect
Answer – 3) 27%
Explanation:
As per the paper “Rethinking Gender Representation across Value Chains” released during the 3rd Gender Equality Summit 2020, If Women’s labour force is same as Men’s labour force then it can boost India’s GDP by 27%. -
Question 14 of 40
14. Question
Wasim Jaffer who is in news recently related to which sports (March 2020)?
Correct
Answer – 5) Cricket
Explanation:
Wasim Jaffer (42) a former Indian opening batsman and a domestic cricket giant has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. He hails from Mumbai, Maharashtra.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Cricket
Explanation:
Wasim Jaffer (42) a former Indian opening batsman and a domestic cricket giant has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. He hails from Mumbai, Maharashtra. -
Question 15 of 40
15. Question
Name the person, who has become the youngest cricketer to play any ICC World Cup finals.
Correct
Answer – 3) Shafali Verma
Explanation:
Indian Cricketer Shafali Verma (16-year-old) on March 8, 2020 has become the Youngest ever cricketer to play any ICC world cup finals. She thus broke the record previously held by West Indies’ Shaquana Quintyne, who was 17 years and 45 days old when she took the field for the West Indies in the 2013 women’s World Cup final. Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir is third on the list as he was 17 years and 69 days old when he played in the 2009 men’s World T20 final.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Shafali Verma
Explanation:
Indian Cricketer Shafali Verma (16-year-old) on March 8, 2020 has become the Youngest ever cricketer to play any ICC world cup finals. She thus broke the record previously held by West Indies’ Shaquana Quintyne, who was 17 years and 45 days old when she took the field for the West Indies in the 2013 women’s World Cup final. Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir is third on the list as he was 17 years and 69 days old when he played in the 2009 men’s World T20 final. -
Question 16 of 40
16. Question
The International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrated annually on March 8. What is the theme for IWD 2020?
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Answer – 5) Theme: “I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights”
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN) Women is organizing International Women’s Day (IWD) all over the world on March 8 to recognize women for their efforts in changing the individual lives as well as of nations. The 2020 theme for IWD was “I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights”.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Theme: “I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights”
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN) Women is organizing International Women’s Day (IWD) all over the world on March 8 to recognize women for their efforts in changing the individual lives as well as of nations. The 2020 theme for IWD was “I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights”. -
Question 17 of 40
17. Question
Moody has lowered the India’s Growth projections for the Year 2020 from 5.4% to ____ due to outbreak of Corona Virus.
Correct
Answer – 5) 5.3 %
Explanation:
Moody’s Investors Service, a rating agency again lowered India’s growth projection to 5.3% for 2020 as a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), previously on February 17, 2020 it had reduced India’s growth projection from 6.6% to 5.4% for 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 5) 5.3 %
Explanation:
Moody’s Investors Service, a rating agency again lowered India’s growth projection to 5.3% for 2020 as a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), previously on February 17, 2020 it had reduced India’s growth projection from 6.6% to 5.4% for 2020. -
Question 18 of 40
18. Question
Name the person who has been appointed as the head of Delimitation Commission for the delimitation of Assembly and Parliamentary constituencies of J&K (UT) & Assam, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur (NE states).
Correct
Answer – 2) Ranjana Prakash Desai
Explanation:
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 3 of the Delimitation Act, 2002, the Central government has set up a Delimitation Commission, headed by former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai (for 1 year), for the delimitation of Assembly and Parliamentary constituencies of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and the northeastern states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh(AP), Manipur and Nagaland. The Commission will also comprise of members, viz an Election Commissioner (presently Mr. Sushil Chandra) and the State Election Commissioners of the respective States and UT, who will be made ex-officio members of the commission.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Ranjana Prakash Desai
Explanation:
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 3 of the Delimitation Act, 2002, the Central government has set up a Delimitation Commission, headed by former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai (for 1 year), for the delimitation of Assembly and Parliamentary constituencies of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and the northeastern states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh(AP), Manipur and Nagaland. The Commission will also comprise of members, viz an Election Commissioner (presently Mr. Sushil Chandra) and the State Election Commissioners of the respective States and UT, who will be made ex-officio members of the commission. -
Question 19 of 40
19. Question
As per progress report of NITI Aayog (September 2019) titled, “Transforming Nutrition in India: POSHAN Abhiyaan”, which Indian state ranked top in the overall implementation of POSHAN Abhiyaan.
Correct
Answer – 2) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh (AP) ranked 1st in the country for overall implementation of POSHAN (Prime Minister’s Overarching Scheme for Holistic Nourishment) Abhiyaan as per September 2019 progress report of NITI Aayog, “Transforming Nutrition in India: POSHAN Abhiyaan”. The 2nd anniversary of POSHAN Abhiyaan is recognized by celebrating Poshan Pakhwada from 8th-22nd March 2020.
Top PositionRank Large State Small State UT 1 Andhra Pradesh Mizoram Dadra & Nagar Haveli 2 Chhattisgarh Sikkim Chandigarh 3 Madhya Pradesh Nagaland Daman & Diu Incorrect
Answer – 2) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh (AP) ranked 1st in the country for overall implementation of POSHAN (Prime Minister’s Overarching Scheme for Holistic Nourishment) Abhiyaan as per September 2019 progress report of NITI Aayog, “Transforming Nutrition in India: POSHAN Abhiyaan”. The 2nd anniversary of POSHAN Abhiyaan is recognized by celebrating Poshan Pakhwada from 8th-22nd March 2020.
Top PositionRank Large State Small State UT 1 Andhra Pradesh Mizoram Dadra & Nagar Haveli 2 Chhattisgarh Sikkim Chandigarh 3 Madhya Pradesh Nagaland Daman & Diu -
Question 20 of 40
20. Question
Name the world organization which released the 1st edition of ‘Gender Social Norms Index (GSNI) 2020’.
Correct
Answer – 4) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Explanation:
According to the 1st edition of ‘Gender Social Norms Index (GSNI) 2020’, released by the UNDP (United Nations Development Programme), about 90 % or 9 in 10 of the world’s population has some bias against women.Incorrect
Answer – 4) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Explanation:
According to the 1st edition of ‘Gender Social Norms Index (GSNI) 2020’, released by the UNDP (United Nations Development Programme), about 90 % or 9 in 10 of the world’s population has some bias against women. -
Question 21 of 40
21. Question
Name the Indian state which launched NIGHA app to control electoral malpractices in the upcoming local body elections (March 2020).
Correct
Answer – 4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh (AP) Chief Minister (CM) Yeduguri Sandinti Jaganmohan Reddy launched the NIGHA application at Vijayawada, AP. The app is aimed at curbing the use of money and alcohol in the upcoming local body elections & launched in addition to the measures taken by State Election Commission & Police department in order to control the electoral malpractices. The app was developed by Department of Panchayat Raj.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh (AP) Chief Minister (CM) Yeduguri Sandinti Jaganmohan Reddy launched the NIGHA application at Vijayawada, AP. The app is aimed at curbing the use of money and alcohol in the upcoming local body elections & launched in addition to the measures taken by State Election Commission & Police department in order to control the electoral malpractices. The app was developed by Department of Panchayat Raj. -
Question 22 of 40
22. Question
Name the person who has won the BBC Indian sportswoman of the year award 2019.
Correct
Answer – 1) PV Sindhu
Explanation:
Pusarla Venkata Sindhu has won the inaugural BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) Indian Sportswoman of the year award 2019 in the BBC award ceremony held in New Delhi. In 2019, Sindhu became the first Indian to win badminton World Championship gold in Basel, Switzerland and she also has 5 world championship medals. Also PT Usha was awarded with Lifetime Achievement award for her contribution to Indian sports in the event.Incorrect
Answer – 1) PV Sindhu
Explanation:
Pusarla Venkata Sindhu has won the inaugural BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) Indian Sportswoman of the year award 2019 in the BBC award ceremony held in New Delhi. In 2019, Sindhu became the first Indian to win badminton World Championship gold in Basel, Switzerland and she also has 5 world championship medals. Also PT Usha was awarded with Lifetime Achievement award for her contribution to Indian sports in the event. -
Question 23 of 40
23. Question
Name the person who has been awarded with ‘Best Citizens of India’ gold medal award which was given by Global Economic Progress and Research Association (GEPRA) in March 2020.
Correct
Answer – 4) Jaimanti Bakshi
Explanation:
Dr Jaimanti Bakshi, Professor & Unit Head II, Department of Otolaryngology and Head Neck surgery at PGIMER (Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research), Chandigarh was awarded with “Best Citizens of India”. The award was given by “GEPRA” (Global Economic Progress and Research Association) during the National Unity conference held in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN).Incorrect
Answer – 4) Jaimanti Bakshi
Explanation:
Dr Jaimanti Bakshi, Professor & Unit Head II, Department of Otolaryngology and Head Neck surgery at PGIMER (Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research), Chandigarh was awarded with “Best Citizens of India”. The award was given by “GEPRA” (Global Economic Progress and Research Association) during the National Unity conference held in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN). -
Question 24 of 40
24. Question
Name the person who has Authored the Book ‘Lady, You’re the Boss’.
Correct
Answer – 3) Apurva Purohit
Explanation:
Apurva Purohit the President of the Jagran Group, one of India’s largest multi-media conglomerates launched her 2nd book- ‘Lady, You’re the Boss!’, which was published by Westland Publications (an Amazon company). Her 1st book was, ‘Lady, You’re Not a Man! The Adventures Of A Woman At Work’. Apurva is named as one of the Most Powerful Women in Business as per Fortune India in 2018 & 2019 & India Today Group 2016, 2018 & 2019, & also featured in Fortune India’s Most Powerful Women in Business list 2018 & 2019.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Apurva Purohit
Explanation:
Apurva Purohit the President of the Jagran Group, one of India’s largest multi-media conglomerates launched her 2nd book- ‘Lady, You’re the Boss!’, which was published by Westland Publications (an Amazon company). Her 1st book was, ‘Lady, You’re Not a Man! The Adventures Of A Woman At Work’. Apurva is named as one of the Most Powerful Women in Business as per Fortune India in 2018 & 2019 & India Today Group 2016, 2018 & 2019, & also featured in Fortune India’s Most Powerful Women in Business list 2018 & 2019. -
Question 25 of 40
25. Question
Name the Indian state which approved ‘Happy Hours’ (reducing 15% of fare from 12pm to 4pm) in auto rickshaws as per recommendation of Kathua panel.
Correct
Answer – 1) Maharashtra
Explanation:
Maharashtra Government (govt) has approved the implementation of “happy hours” for auto rickshaws, reducing 15% of fare prices from 12 pm to 4 pm, barring the minimum fare for first 1.5 km, as recommended by Khatua panel. The decision will not be applicable to local taxis and app based taxis.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Maharashtra
Explanation:
Maharashtra Government (govt) has approved the implementation of “happy hours” for auto rickshaws, reducing 15% of fare prices from 12 pm to 4 pm, barring the minimum fare for first 1.5 km, as recommended by Khatua panel. The decision will not be applicable to local taxis and app based taxis. -
Question 26 of 40
26. Question
In which Indian City, the India post launched India’s 1st digital parcel locker service.
Correct
Answer – 3) Kolkata
Explanation:
For the 1st time in India, the Department of posts(DoP), Kolkata (West Bengal circle), has launched free digital parcel locker service in 2 post offices (the Nabadiganta IT post office in Sector 5 of Salt Lake City & at the post office in New Town’s Action Area I).Incorrect
Answer – 3) Kolkata
Explanation:
For the 1st time in India, the Department of posts(DoP), Kolkata (West Bengal circle), has launched free digital parcel locker service in 2 post offices (the Nabadiganta IT post office in Sector 5 of Salt Lake City & at the post office in New Town’s Action Area I). -
Question 27 of 40
27. Question
Name the Indian state which signed the loan agreement of $80 million with World Bank to improve water management & agricultural productivity in Gram Panchayats.
Correct
Answer – 1) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
The Government of India, Government of Himachal Pradesh(HP) & the World Bank signed a loan agreement of US$80 million (about Rs 600 crore) to improve water management practices & also to increase agricultural productivity in selected Gram Panchayats (Village Councils) in HP.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
The Government of India, Government of Himachal Pradesh(HP) & the World Bank signed a loan agreement of US$80 million (about Rs 600 crore) to improve water management practices & also to increase agricultural productivity in selected Gram Panchayats (Village Councils) in HP. -
Question 28 of 40
28. Question
Name the world’s 1st Digital solutions exchange cloud which was launched in India.
Correct
Answer – 3) GOKADDAL
Explanation:
The World’s first Digital Solutions Exchange in Cloud, was launched in India on March 11, 2020. http://www.gokaddal.com, a cloud based solution exchange platform mainly focuses on 4A’s – Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics and Augmentative Technologies.Incorrect
Answer – 3) GOKADDAL
Explanation:
The World’s first Digital Solutions Exchange in Cloud, was launched in India on March 11, 2020. http://www.gokaddal.com, a cloud based solution exchange platform mainly focuses on 4A’s – Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics and Augmentative Technologies. -
Question 29 of 40
29. Question
The Number of Indian Boxers qualified to Tokyo Olympics 2020 from the Asian/Oceanian Boxing Olympic Qualifiers event 2020 held at Amman, Jordan is/are ______.
Correct
Incorrect
Answer – 4) 9
Explanation:
The Asian/Oceanian Boxing Olympic Qualifiers event 2020 was held at Amman, Jordan from march 3- 11, 2020. A total of 9 Indian boxers qualified in this event for Tokyo 2020 Olympics, which is to be held at Tokyo, Japan from 24 July, 2020 – 9 August, 2020. China emerged as top of the medals standings with 6 medals (4 gold, 2 bronze) in this event, while India ranked 9th with 8 medals (2 Silver, 6 Bronze).
Qualified boxer of India at Asia/Oceania Tokyo 2020 Olympic boxing qualifying tournament:S.No Qualified boxer of India Category Medal won 1 Amit Panghal Men’s Flyweight (52 kg) Bronze 2 Manish Kaushik Men’s Lightweight (63 kg) – 3 Vikas Krishan Yadav Men’s Welterweight (69 kg) Silver 4 Ashish Kumar Men’s Middleweight (75 kg) Bronze 5 Satish Kumar Men’s Super-heavyweight (+91 kg) Bronze 6 Mary Kom Women’s Flyweight (51 kg) Bronze 7 Simranjit Kaur Baatth Women’s Lightweight (60 kg) Silver 8 Lovlina Borgohain Women’s Welterweight (69 kg) Bronze 9 Pooja Rani Women’s Middleweight (75 kg) Bronze Incorrect
Incorrect
Answer – 4) 9
Explanation:
The Asian/Oceanian Boxing Olympic Qualifiers event 2020 was held at Amman, Jordan from march 3- 11, 2020. A total of 9 Indian boxers qualified in this event for Tokyo 2020 Olympics, which is to be held at Tokyo, Japan from 24 July, 2020 – 9 August, 2020. China emerged as top of the medals standings with 6 medals (4 gold, 2 bronze) in this event, while India ranked 9th with 8 medals (2 Silver, 6 Bronze).
Qualified boxer of India at Asia/Oceania Tokyo 2020 Olympic boxing qualifying tournament:S.No Qualified boxer of India Category Medal won 1 Amit Panghal Men’s Flyweight (52 kg) Bronze 2 Manish Kaushik Men’s Lightweight (63 kg) – 3 Vikas Krishan Yadav Men’s Welterweight (69 kg) Silver 4 Ashish Kumar Men’s Middleweight (75 kg) Bronze 5 Satish Kumar Men’s Super-heavyweight (+91 kg) Bronze 6 Mary Kom Women’s Flyweight (51 kg) Bronze 7 Simranjit Kaur Baatth Women’s Lightweight (60 kg) Silver 8 Lovlina Borgohain Women’s Welterweight (69 kg) Bronze 9 Pooja Rani Women’s Middleweight (75 kg) Bronze -
Question 30 of 40
30. Question
Name the Indian City which is going to host the 6th International Yoga Day (IYD) on June 21, 2020.
Correct
Answer – 4) Leh
Explanation:
The 6th International day of Yoga (IDY) is to be celebrated on 21st June and a National event organized on this day is to be held at Leh, Ladakh (Union Territory). Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of AYUSH announces that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the event held at Leh.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Leh
Explanation:
The 6th International day of Yoga (IDY) is to be celebrated on 21st June and a National event organized on this day is to be held at Leh, Ladakh (Union Territory). Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of AYUSH announces that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the event held at Leh. -
Question 31 of 40
31. Question
Name the Indian state which is 1st in country to notify regulations to prevent the outbreak and spread of the novel coronavirus under Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897.
Correct
Answer – 2) Karnataka
Explanation:
Karnataka became the first state in the country to notify regulations titled “The Karnataka Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020” to prevent the outbreak and spread of the novel coronavirus under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Karnataka
Explanation:
Karnataka became the first state in the country to notify regulations titled “The Karnataka Epidemic Diseases, COVID-19 Regulations, 2020” to prevent the outbreak and spread of the novel coronavirus under the Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897. -
Question 32 of 40
32. Question
Name the railway station which is going to be upgraded as World Class station, first-of-its-kind project as a part of Government of India’s (GoI) plan to converting the conditions of Indian railway stations into world class one.
Correct
Answer – 4) New Delhi Railway Station
Explanation:
The New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) will be converted into a world-class railway station with an estimated outlay of Rs 6500 crore. Ministry of Railways has entrusted the work of redevelopment of this station to Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) under PPP mode. Station redevelopment projects at this scale in PPP mode are first of its kind and complex in nature which requires detailed techno-financial feasibility studies.Incorrect
Answer – 4) New Delhi Railway Station
Explanation:
The New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) will be converted into a world-class railway station with an estimated outlay of Rs 6500 crore. Ministry of Railways has entrusted the work of redevelopment of this station to Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) under PPP mode. Station redevelopment projects at this scale in PPP mode are first of its kind and complex in nature which requires detailed techno-financial feasibility studies. -
Question 33 of 40
33. Question
The Central Board of State Bank of India (SBI) has approved the investment of Rs. ________ in Yes Bank as the part of RBI’s ‘Yes Bank Ltd. Reconstruction Scheme, 2020’.
Correct
Answer – 3) 7250 Crore
Explanation:
The executive committee of the central board of State Bank of India (SBI) has approved an investment of Rs 7,250 crore in Yes Bank Ltd. as a part of RBI formulated rescue plan titled “Yes Bank Ltd. Reconstruction Scheme, 2020” for the revival of Yes Bank. The SBI has not specified its shareholding the bank but it will remain under 49% of the paid up capital of the Yes Bank.Incorrect
Answer – 3) 7250 Crore
Explanation:
The executive committee of the central board of State Bank of India (SBI) has approved an investment of Rs 7,250 crore in Yes Bank Ltd. as a part of RBI formulated rescue plan titled “Yes Bank Ltd. Reconstruction Scheme, 2020” for the revival of Yes Bank. The SBI has not specified its shareholding the bank but it will remain under 49% of the paid up capital of the Yes Bank. -
Question 34 of 40
34. Question
As per RBI’s report titled ‘Developments in India’s Balance of Payments during the third quarter (October-December) of 2019-20’, the Current Account Deficit (CAD) fell to ____ of GDP for Oct-Dec 2019 quarter.
Correct
Answer – 2) $ 1.4 Billion
Explanation:
According to the report “Developments in India’s Balance of Payments during the third quarter (October-December) of 2019-20”, released by Reserve Bank of India (RBI), India’s current account deficit (CAD) fell sharply to $ 1.4 billion, or 0.2 % of GDP (gross domestic product), for the October-December 2019 quarter of the current financial year (FY 2019-20) due to the lower trade deficit.Incorrect
Answer – 2) $ 1.4 Billion
Explanation:
According to the report “Developments in India’s Balance of Payments during the third quarter (October-December) of 2019-20”, released by Reserve Bank of India (RBI), India’s current account deficit (CAD) fell sharply to $ 1.4 billion, or 0.2 % of GDP (gross domestic product), for the October-December 2019 quarter of the current financial year (FY 2019-20) due to the lower trade deficit. -
Question 35 of 40
35. Question
Name the person who heads the committee which recommended the concession of commercial operation of train services like Rajdhani/Shatabdi to private parties.
Correct
Answer – 4) Bibek Debroy
Explanation:
The committee chaired by Bibek Debroy has recommended concession of commercial operation of train service like Rajdhani/Shatabdi to private parties. Already, Railways proposed to initiate 150 passenger trains through private operators in PPP (Public-private partnership) mode on 100 routes by 2022. In this regard, Ministry of Railways had constituted Group of Secretaries (GoS) under NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant in 2019 to advice on the terms and conditions for private passenger train operators regarding world-class technology and services for the Indian Railways network through PPP mode.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Bibek Debroy
Explanation:
The committee chaired by Bibek Debroy has recommended concession of commercial operation of train service like Rajdhani/Shatabdi to private parties. Already, Railways proposed to initiate 150 passenger trains through private operators in PPP (Public-private partnership) mode on 100 routes by 2022. In this regard, Ministry of Railways had constituted Group of Secretaries (GoS) under NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant in 2019 to advice on the terms and conditions for private passenger train operators regarding world-class technology and services for the Indian Railways network through PPP mode. -
Question 36 of 40
36. Question
Which of the following, is the portal of MSME ministry which spreads awareness about the Government schemes.
Correct
Answer – 5) Udyam Shaki
Explanation:
Minister of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME), Nitin Gadkari recently requested the members of Lok Sabha to spread the information about “Udyam Sakhi” Portal for awareness about government schemes and to facilitate the networking of women start-ups, entrepreneurs, investors, incubators, mentors, students and enterprise facilitators.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Udyam Shaki
Explanation:
Minister of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME), Nitin Gadkari recently requested the members of Lok Sabha to spread the information about “Udyam Sakhi” Portal for awareness about government schemes and to facilitate the networking of women start-ups, entrepreneurs, investors, incubators, mentors, students and enterprise facilitators. -
Question 37 of 40
37. Question
Name the person who has been nominated as the Director on Central Board of RBI by Indian Government (March 2020).
Correct
Answer – 5) Debasish Panda
Explanation:
Shri Debasish Panda, the Secretary, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, New Delhi, was nominated by the central Government as a Director on the Central Board of Reserve Bank with effect from 11th March 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Debasish Panda
Explanation:
Shri Debasish Panda, the Secretary, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, New Delhi, was nominated by the central Government as a Director on the Central Board of Reserve Bank with effect from 11th March 2020. -
Question 38 of 40
38. Question
Name the person who has been appointed as 1st ever ambassador of IDFC First bank.
Correct
Answer – 2) Amitabh Bachchan
Explanation:
Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan was appointed as the first ever ambassador of the IDFC FIRST Bank.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Amitabh Bachchan
Explanation:
Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan was appointed as the first ever ambassador of the IDFC FIRST Bank. -
Question 39 of 40
39. Question
As per the report titled ‘Trends in international arms transfers, 2019’ released by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute’s (SIPRI), What is India’s rank in largest arms importer during 2015-19.
Correct
Answer – 4) 2
Explanation:
In accordance with the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute’s (SIPRI) annual report titled “Trends in international arms transfers, 2019”, India is the world’s second largest arms importer during 2015-19 with its global share of 9.2% after Saudi Arabia, who has topped the ranking with global share of 12%. Whereas, India ranked 23rd in the exporters list during the same period with the global share of 0.2%.Rank Exporters (Share of arms exports) Importers (Share of arms imports) Importers-Region Wise (Share of arms imports) 1 United States (36%) Saudi Arabia (12%) Asia and Oceania (41%) 2 Russia (21%) India (9.2%) Middle East (35%) 3 France (7.9%) Egypt (5.8%) Europe (11%) 4 Germany (5.8%) Australia (4.9%) Africa (7.2%) 5 China (5.5%) China (4.3%) Americas (5.7%) 23 India (0.2%) Incorrect
Answer – 4) 2
Explanation:
In accordance with the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute’s (SIPRI) annual report titled “Trends in international arms transfers, 2019”, India is the world’s second largest arms importer during 2015-19 with its global share of 9.2% after Saudi Arabia, who has topped the ranking with global share of 12%. Whereas, India ranked 23rd in the exporters list during the same period with the global share of 0.2%.Rank Exporters (Share of arms exports) Importers (Share of arms imports) Importers-Region Wise (Share of arms imports) 1 United States (36%) Saudi Arabia (12%) Asia and Oceania (41%) 2 Russia (21%) India (9.2%) Middle East (35%) 3 France (7.9%) Egypt (5.8%) Europe (11%) 4 Germany (5.8%) Australia (4.9%) Africa (7.2%) 5 China (5.5%) China (4.3%) Americas (5.7%) 23 India (0.2%) -
Question 40 of 40
40. Question
The Government reconstructs the multisectoral decision making body – National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR). Name the person who has been appointed as Chairman of NPDRR.
Correct
Answer – 3) Home Minister
Explanation:
The government reconstructs the National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR) a multi- stakeholder & multisectoral decision making body on disaster management & appoints Union Home Minister Amit Shah as chairman. The NPDRR is chaired by the Union Home Minister and the Minister of State in-charge of Disaster Management in the Ministry of Home Affairs.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Home Minister
Explanation:
The government reconstructs the National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (NPDRR) a multi- stakeholder & multisectoral decision making body on disaster management & appoints Union Home Minister Amit Shah as chairman. The NPDRR is chaired by the Union Home Minister and the Minister of State in-charge of Disaster Management in the Ministry of Home Affairs.
