
May Current Affairs 2020 Weekly Test -4
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Question 1 of 35
1. Question
Name the Indian state which has launched ‘ReStart’ programme to support MSME sector in the state?
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Answer – 3) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh (AP)’s Chief Minister (CM) Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has launched Rs 1,110 crores ‘ReStart’ a new programme to support & boost the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector in the State.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh (AP)’s Chief Minister (CM) Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has launched Rs 1,110 crores ‘ReStart’ a new programme to support & boost the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector in the State. -
Question 2 of 35
2. Question
The Khudol initiative of which Indian state/UT is among the top 10 global initiatives announced by UN for an inclusive fight against the COVID-19.
Correct
Answer – 5) Manipur
Explanation:
Jayathma Wickramanayake of Sri Lanka, United Nations (UN) Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth, has listed Khudol (gift), a crowdfunded initiative of Imphal (Manipur) based NGO Ya_All, among the top 10 global initiatives for an inclusive fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Khudol aims to provide food, health and hygiene of the LGBTQI+ community, people living with HIV,children and adolescents.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Manipur
Explanation:
Jayathma Wickramanayake of Sri Lanka, United Nations (UN) Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth, has listed Khudol (gift), a crowdfunded initiative of Imphal (Manipur) based NGO Ya_All, among the top 10 global initiatives for an inclusive fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Khudol aims to provide food, health and hygiene of the LGBTQI+ community, people living with HIV,children and adolescents. -
Question 3 of 35
3. Question
Name the person who has become world’s highest paid female athlete as per Forbes.
Correct
Answer – 4) Naomi Osaka
Explanation:
Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka, 22 years old, became the highest paid female athlete in the world, topping American great Serena Williams. Osaka has been ranked No.1 by the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). The complete Forbes list, due to be released next week.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Naomi Osaka
Explanation:
Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka, 22 years old, became the highest paid female athlete in the world, topping American great Serena Williams. Osaka has been ranked No.1 by the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). The complete Forbes list, due to be released next week. -
Question 4 of 35
4. Question
Name the person who headed the 9-member panel formed by IRDAI which recommends increase in indemnity provided to the policyholders under Trade Credit Insurance (TCI) from existing 85% to 90%.
Correct
Answer – 1) Atul Sahai
Explanation:
Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) formulated nine-member expert panel headed by New India Assurance (NIA) Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) Atul Sahai has recommended an increase in indemnity (protection against finances) being provided to the policyholders under Trade Credit Insurance (TCI) from existing 85% of the trade receivables from each buyer to 90%.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Atul Sahai
Explanation:
Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) formulated nine-member expert panel headed by New India Assurance (NIA) Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) Atul Sahai has recommended an increase in indemnity (protection against finances) being provided to the policyholders under Trade Credit Insurance (TCI) from existing 85% of the trade receivables from each buyer to 90%. -
Question 5 of 35
5. Question
The central government (Health and Family Welfare ministry) has formed 11-member committee to “simplify and expedite” the drug approval process in India. Who is the chairman of the committee?
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Answer – 2) Rajesh Bhushan
Explanation:
The centre has constituted a 11-member high-level committee to “simplify and expedite” the drug approval process in India. The committee chaired by Rajesh Bhushan, Officer on Special Duty, Ministry of Health was set up by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on May 11 as a measure to reform the drug regulatory system in India.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Rajesh Bhushan
Explanation:
The centre has constituted a 11-member high-level committee to “simplify and expedite” the drug approval process in India. The committee chaired by Rajesh Bhushan, Officer on Special Duty, Ministry of Health was set up by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on May 11 as a measure to reform the drug regulatory system in India. -
Question 6 of 35
6. Question
Name the state/UT which is 1st in the country to release report on conservation of endemic, threatened floras.
Correct
Answer – 2) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Uttarakhand became the 1st state to release a report highlighting its conservation efforts to save over 1,100 rare plants from extinction. The project aims at Germplasm conservation so that species remain conserved with the forest department & also to promote conservation of plant species among the general public so as to end plant blindness. The report is one of the largest repositories of conserved plants & is carried out by the research wing of the state forest department.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Uttarakhand became the 1st state to release a report highlighting its conservation efforts to save over 1,100 rare plants from extinction. The project aims at Germplasm conservation so that species remain conserved with the forest department & also to promote conservation of plant species among the general public so as to end plant blindness. The report is one of the largest repositories of conserved plants & is carried out by the research wing of the state forest department. -
Question 7 of 35
7. Question
Name the 1st Indian state which has granted “Industry” status to “sports” recently to boost the sports sector.
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Answer – 2) Mizoram
Explanation:
Mizoram sports minister Robert Romawia Royte informed that the state cabinet has cleared the proposal of the Sports and Youth Service department to grant sports an industry status to boost the sports sector & generate employment among others. It becomes the 1st state to do so.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Mizoram
Explanation:
Mizoram sports minister Robert Romawia Royte informed that the state cabinet has cleared the proposal of the Sports and Youth Service department to grant sports an industry status to boost the sports sector & generate employment among others. It becomes the 1st state to do so. -
Question 8 of 35
8. Question
‘Everybody will get employment’ scheme was launched in which Indian state in May 2020?
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Answer – 5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh (MP) Chief Minister (CM) Shivraj Singh Chouhan will inaugurate the ‘Everybody will get employment’ (Sabko Milega Rozgar) scheme through video conferencing. Under this scheme, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MNREGA) job cards will be distributed to the laborers.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh (MP) Chief Minister (CM) Shivraj Singh Chouhan will inaugurate the ‘Everybody will get employment’ (Sabko Milega Rozgar) scheme through video conferencing. Under this scheme, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MNREGA) job cards will be distributed to the laborers. -
Question 9 of 35
9. Question
Padma Shri awardee Balbir Singh who passed away recently is associated with which sports?
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Answer – 4) Hockey
Explanation:
Legendary hockey Player, three-time Olympic gold medalist and the best centre-forward, Balbir Singh Sr passed away at the age of 96 at the Fortis Hospital, Chandigarh where he was admitted due to multiple organ failure and remained in ventilator support from 8th May 2020. He is the 1st sportsperson to win Padma Shri award in 1957.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Hockey
Explanation:
Legendary hockey Player, three-time Olympic gold medalist and the best centre-forward, Balbir Singh Sr passed away at the age of 96 at the Fortis Hospital, Chandigarh where he was admitted due to multiple organ failure and remained in ventilator support from 8th May 2020. He is the 1st sportsperson to win Padma Shri award in 1957. -
Question 10 of 35
10. Question
Name the 1st Indian peacekeeper to receive UN Military Gender Advocate award 2019.
Correct
Answer – 4) Suman Gawani
Explanation:
Indian Army officer and woman peacekeeper Suman Gawani who has served with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) & Brazilian Naval Officer Commander Carla Monteiro de Castro Araujo have been selected for the prestigious United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award (2019). Suman Gawani becomes the 1st Indian peacekeeper to win the award. The award will be given during an online ceremony presided over by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on May 29, the International Day of UN Peacekeepers.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Suman Gawani
Explanation:
Indian Army officer and woman peacekeeper Suman Gawani who has served with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) & Brazilian Naval Officer Commander Carla Monteiro de Castro Araujo have been selected for the prestigious United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award (2019). Suman Gawani becomes the 1st Indian peacekeeper to win the award. The award will be given during an online ceremony presided over by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on May 29, the International Day of UN Peacekeepers. -
Question 11 of 35
11. Question
Name the start-up company which has developed India’s 1st contactless visitor management software.
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Answer – 5) VAMS
Explanation:
VAMS (Visitor Authentication & Management Systems) Global, a Mumbai based startup offering specialized solutions for Corporates & Commercial Buildings, has developed world’s 1st contactless Visitor Management Software called ‘VAMS SafeGuard’ that checks body temperature, scan faces with mask compliance & monitors social distancing on the premise.Incorrect
Answer – 5) VAMS
Explanation:
VAMS (Visitor Authentication & Management Systems) Global, a Mumbai based startup offering specialized solutions for Corporates & Commercial Buildings, has developed world’s 1st contactless Visitor Management Software called ‘VAMS SafeGuard’ that checks body temperature, scan faces with mask compliance & monitors social distancing on the premise. -
Question 12 of 35
12. Question
Name the Indian state which started Implementation of Solar Fence Farmland Protection Programme.
Correct
Answer – 1) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
The Government of Tamil Nadu started the preliminary works on implementing the Solar Fence Farmland Protection Programme, under the Central Agriculture Improvement Scheme. This scheme is to protect agricultural lands of the districts which have the western ghats as their boundaries and are at risk of animal (Elephant) attacks.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
The Government of Tamil Nadu started the preliminary works on implementing the Solar Fence Farmland Protection Programme, under the Central Agriculture Improvement Scheme. This scheme is to protect agricultural lands of the districts which have the western ghats as their boundaries and are at risk of animal (Elephant) attacks. -
Question 13 of 35
13. Question
The Mango department of which Indian state signed MoU with Flipkart to support mango farmers?
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Answer – 5) Karnataka
Explanation:
The Karnataka State Mango Department and Marketing Corporation Ltd. (KSMD&MCL) and Flipkart signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to support the mango farmers in this mango season to sell their produce through the online platform of Flipkart.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Karnataka
Explanation:
The Karnataka State Mango Department and Marketing Corporation Ltd. (KSMD&MCL) and Flipkart signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to support the mango farmers in this mango season to sell their produce through the online platform of Flipkart. -
Question 14 of 35
14. Question
Tsai Ing-wen has been re-elected as the president of which country for the 2nd term in May 2020?
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Answer – 1) Taiwan
Explanation:
Tsai Ing-wen (63), the current and first female President of Taiwan has been re-elected for a second four-year term of presidency. A representative of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), she took the oath on May 20, 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Taiwan
Explanation:
Tsai Ing-wen (63), the current and first female President of Taiwan has been re-elected for a second four-year term of presidency. A representative of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), she took the oath on May 20, 2020. -
Question 15 of 35
15. Question
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has approved to sell 50% stake in Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS) to which state government?
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Answer – 3) Gujarat
Explanation:
The principal bench of National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has given its nod to sell 50% stake in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City Co Ltd (GIFTCL) held by crisis hit Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS) to the Gujarat state government.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Gujarat
Explanation:
The principal bench of National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has given its nod to sell 50% stake in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City Co Ltd (GIFTCL) held by crisis hit Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS) to the Gujarat state government. -
Question 16 of 35
16. Question
Which IIT has developed a magnesium alloy to replace the steel and aluminium in the automobile industry?
Correct
Answer – 4) IIT Madras
Explanation:
The research team of Dr. Sushanta Kumar Panigrahi, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras, Professor Rajiv Mishra, University of North Texas and K. Cho, the United States(US) Army Research Laboratory has engineered a magnesium alloy to replace the steel and aluminium in the automobile industry to reduce the carbon footprint and increase fuel efficiency.Incorrect
Answer – 4) IIT Madras
Explanation:
The research team of Dr. Sushanta Kumar Panigrahi, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras, Professor Rajiv Mishra, University of North Texas and K. Cho, the United States(US) Army Research Laboratory has engineered a magnesium alloy to replace the steel and aluminium in the automobile industry to reduce the carbon footprint and increase fuel efficiency. -
Question 17 of 35
17. Question
Who has released the new online Children’s book titled ‘The Ickabog’ recently?
Correct
Answer – 1) JK Rowling
Explanation:
Harry Potter author JK Rowling released a new online Children’s book named ‘The Ickabog’ to entertain children during Coronavirus lockdown. The new story will be serialized with a couple of chapters released for free online and posted on “The Ickabog” website every weekday from May 26, 2020 to July 10, 2020 in instalments. This is the first book of author JK Rowling aimed at children since “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows”. Author also wrote books for adults — ‘The Casual Vacancy’ and ‘The Cuckoo’s Calling’ (under the pseudonym of Robert Galbraith).Incorrect
Answer – 1) JK Rowling
Explanation:
Harry Potter author JK Rowling released a new online Children’s book named ‘The Ickabog’ to entertain children during Coronavirus lockdown. The new story will be serialized with a couple of chapters released for free online and posted on “The Ickabog” website every weekday from May 26, 2020 to July 10, 2020 in instalments. This is the first book of author JK Rowling aimed at children since “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows”. Author also wrote books for adults — ‘The Casual Vacancy’ and ‘The Cuckoo’s Calling’ (under the pseudonym of Robert Galbraith). -
Question 18 of 35
18. Question
Padma Shri awardee Mujtaba Hussain, who passed away recently is the renowned author in which language?
Correct
Answer – 5) Urdu
Explanation:
Famous Urdu author, humorist and satirist Mujtaba Hussain passed away at the age of 84, after a prolonged illness in Hyderabad, Telangana. Hussain was often described as the Mark Twain of Urdu. He was born on July 15, 1936, in Hyderabad, Telangana. He was often described as the Mark Twain of Urdu.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Urdu
Explanation:
Famous Urdu author, humorist and satirist Mujtaba Hussain passed away at the age of 84, after a prolonged illness in Hyderabad, Telangana. Hussain was often described as the Mark Twain of Urdu. He was born on July 15, 1936, in Hyderabad, Telangana. He was often described as the Mark Twain of Urdu. -
Question 19 of 35
19. Question
What is the interest rate of savings bonds scheme (RBI Bonds or GOI bonds) that was withdrawn by government due to declining interest rates?
Correct
Answer – 4) 7.75%
Explanation:
Government has ceased the 7.75% Savings (Taxable) Bonds scheme commonly known as RBI (Reserve Bank of India) Bonds or GOI (Government of India) bonds for subscription due to the declining interest rates as RBI has lowered the short-term lending (repo) rate which is currently at 4%. It should be noted that these bonds offered a higher interest rate as compared to bank fixed deposits and other financial investment instruments offering equal degree of safety.Incorrect
Answer – 4) 7.75%
Explanation:
Government has ceased the 7.75% Savings (Taxable) Bonds scheme commonly known as RBI (Reserve Bank of India) Bonds or GOI (Government of India) bonds for subscription due to the declining interest rates as RBI has lowered the short-term lending (repo) rate which is currently at 4%. It should be noted that these bonds offered a higher interest rate as compared to bank fixed deposits and other financial investment instruments offering equal degree of safety. -
Question 20 of 35
20. Question
According to the report titled “Children in monetary poor households and COVID-19: Technical Note” released by UNICEF & Save the children, how many children will be trapped in to poverty by the end of 2020?
Correct
Answer – 3) 672 million
Explanation:
According to the report “Children in monetary poor households and COVID-19: Technical Note” released jointly by the UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) & Save the Children, a United Kingdom (UK) based non-profit organization which works for child rights, the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic may increase the number of children living in poor households in low- and middle-income countries by 86 million (or an increase of 15%) to reach 672 million by the end of 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 3) 672 million
Explanation:
According to the report “Children in monetary poor households and COVID-19: Technical Note” released jointly by the UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) & Save the Children, a United Kingdom (UK) based non-profit organization which works for child rights, the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic may increase the number of children living in poor households in low- and middle-income countries by 86 million (or an increase of 15%) to reach 672 million by the end of 2020. -
Question 21 of 35
21. Question
The Asian Development Bank and Government of India has signed loan agreement of $177 million to upgrade roads in which state?
Correct
Answer – 3) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India signed a USD 177 million loan to upgrade 11 state highways & 2 major district roads with a combined length of 450 km, to 2-lane standard across seven districts of Maharashtra.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India signed a USD 177 million loan to upgrade 11 state highways & 2 major district roads with a combined length of 450 km, to 2-lane standard across seven districts of Maharashtra. -
Question 22 of 35
22. Question
RBI to raise 80,000 crores through CMBs. CMB is abbreviated as Cash ________ Bills.
Correct
Answer – 3) Management
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India will raise Rs 80,000 crore by selling Cash Management Bills (CMBs) or shorter duration sovereign debt instruments as the government would be requiring money to meet immediate debt obligations amid coronavirus outbreak. Those securities will mature in the next 84 days on August 20, 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Management
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India will raise Rs 80,000 crore by selling Cash Management Bills (CMBs) or shorter duration sovereign debt instruments as the government would be requiring money to meet immediate debt obligations amid coronavirus outbreak. Those securities will mature in the next 84 days on August 20, 2020. -
Question 23 of 35
23. Question
ISRO has received patent for method of manufacturing _____ soil recently.
Correct
Answer – 5) Moon
Explanation:
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has received a patent for its method of manufacturing highland lunar soil simulant or moon soil which was prepared to create an artificial moon surface as a part of 2019’s Moon landing mission Chandrayaan-2 so that the Vikram lander and Pragyaan rover could be tested. This soil simulant represents the regolith (loose unconsolidated rock and dust that sits atop a layer of bedrock) of lunar highland region.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Moon
Explanation:
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has received a patent for its method of manufacturing highland lunar soil simulant or moon soil which was prepared to create an artificial moon surface as a part of 2019’s Moon landing mission Chandrayaan-2 so that the Vikram lander and Pragyaan rover could be tested. This soil simulant represents the regolith (loose unconsolidated rock and dust that sits atop a layer of bedrock) of lunar highland region. -
Question 24 of 35
24. Question
Which state/UT planned to launch 1st of its kind state health register to maintain records of citizens of the state/UT?
Correct
Answer – 2) Karnataka
Explanation:
Karnataka is all set to roll out the first of its kind in the country a “State Health Register” that will maintain the health records of all 6.5 crore citizens of the state. This decision to launch the standardized health repository of citizens has been taken after the COVID-19 crisis which needed urgent focus on better healthcare for all. This decision has been taken by after a meeting with medical experts from both government and private hospitals, in Bengaluru, Karnataka.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Karnataka
Explanation:
Karnataka is all set to roll out the first of its kind in the country a “State Health Register” that will maintain the health records of all 6.5 crore citizens of the state. This decision to launch the standardized health repository of citizens has been taken after the COVID-19 crisis which needed urgent focus on better healthcare for all. This decision has been taken by after a meeting with medical experts from both government and private hospitals, in Bengaluru, Karnataka. -
Question 25 of 35
25. Question
Name the AI based chatbot which was launched by National Payment Corporation of India recently (developed by CoRover Private Limited).
Correct
Answer – 3) PAi
Explanation:
National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched an artificial intelligence (AI) based chatbot, PAi, to create awareness around its products like FASTag, RuPay, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS) on a real time basis & to improve digital financial inclusion in India. It is developed by Bengaluru based startup CoRover Private Limited.Incorrect
Answer – 3) PAi
Explanation:
National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched an artificial intelligence (AI) based chatbot, PAi, to create awareness around its products like FASTag, RuPay, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS) on a real time basis & to improve digital financial inclusion in India. It is developed by Bengaluru based startup CoRover Private Limited. -
Question 26 of 35
26. Question
NASA has renamed its Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope (WFIRST) space telescope after which astronomer?
Correct
Answer – 3) Nancy Grace Roman
Explanation:
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA) renamed its Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope(WFIRST), a next-generation space telescope as Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope or Roman Space Telescope to honor Nancy Grace Roman(“Mother” of NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope), NASA’s 1st chief astronomer, who paved way for space telescopes focused on the broader universe.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Nancy Grace Roman
Explanation:
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA) renamed its Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope(WFIRST), a next-generation space telescope as Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope or Roman Space Telescope to honor Nancy Grace Roman(“Mother” of NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope), NASA’s 1st chief astronomer, who paved way for space telescopes focused on the broader universe. -
Question 27 of 35
27. Question
Ajit Jogi who passed away recently is the 1st Chief minister of which state/UT?
Correct
Answer – 3) Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister (CM) Ajit Pramod Kumar Jogi, passed away at the age of 74 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. He was born on April 29, 1946 in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. In November 2000, when the new state of Chhattisgarh was carved from Madhya Pradesh (MP), Ajit Jogi, was chosen by Sonia Gandhi to serve as the first Chief Minister (CM) of the State.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister (CM) Ajit Pramod Kumar Jogi, passed away at the age of 74 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. He was born on April 29, 1946 in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. In November 2000, when the new state of Chhattisgarh was carved from Madhya Pradesh (MP), Ajit Jogi, was chosen by Sonia Gandhi to serve as the first Chief Minister (CM) of the State. -
Question 28 of 35
28. Question
When was the International Day of UN Peacekeepers 2020 observed annually?
Correct
Answer – 1) May 29
Explanation:
The first UN Peacekeeping mission was established on 29th May 1948 to commemorate this day General Assembly of the United Nations designated May 29th as International Day of United National Peacekeepers in its resolution 57/129 on December 11, 2002 to acknowledge the women and men who serve as military, police and civilians in the UN Peacekeeping. In 2003 the first International Day of UN peacekeepers was observed. The theme of 2020 International Day of UN Peacekeepers is “Women in Peacekeeping – A key to Peace”.Incorrect
Answer – 1) May 29
Explanation:
The first UN Peacekeeping mission was established on 29th May 1948 to commemorate this day General Assembly of the United Nations designated May 29th as International Day of United National Peacekeepers in its resolution 57/129 on December 11, 2002 to acknowledge the women and men who serve as military, police and civilians in the UN Peacekeeping. In 2003 the first International Day of UN peacekeepers was observed. The theme of 2020 International Day of UN Peacekeepers is “Women in Peacekeeping – A key to Peace”. -
Question 29 of 35
29. Question
What is the name of missile park which is going to be set up in INS Kalinga (laid foundation stone recently)?
Correct
Answer – 4) Agneeprastha
Explanation:
The foundation stone for a Missile Park named ‘Agneeprastha’ was laid by Commodore Rajesh Debnath & a 2 MegaWatt (MW) solar photovoltaic plant was commissioned by Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENS) at INS Kalinga, Visakhapatnam.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Agneeprastha
Explanation:
The foundation stone for a Missile Park named ‘Agneeprastha’ was laid by Commodore Rajesh Debnath & a 2 MegaWatt (MW) solar photovoltaic plant was commissioned by Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENS) at INS Kalinga, Visakhapatnam. -
Question 30 of 35
30. Question
When was the World turtle day (WTD) observed annually?
Correct
Answer – 4) May 23
Explanation:
May 23 of every year is celebrated as World Turtle day since 2000 by the American Tortoise Rescue (ATR), a non-profit organisation, to celebrate and protect the turtles, tortoises and their habitats which is now celebrated throughout the world in the countries like United States, Canada, Pakistan, India, Australia and others.Incorrect
Answer – 4) May 23
Explanation:
May 23 of every year is celebrated as World Turtle day since 2000 by the American Tortoise Rescue (ATR), a non-profit organisation, to celebrate and protect the turtles, tortoises and their habitats which is now celebrated throughout the world in the countries like United States, Canada, Pakistan, India, Australia and others. -
Question 31 of 35
31. Question
The 1st meeting of the 15th Finance Commission’s committee on Fiscal Consolidation Roadmap was held recently. The committee estimated India’s GDP growth to -6% to 1% in FY21. Name the person who heads the committee.
Correct
Answer – 3) N.K.Singh
Explanation:
The first meeting of the 15th Finance Commission’s (XVFC) committee on Fiscal Consolidation Roadmap was held through video conferencing (VC). The committee headed by Nand Kishore (NK) Singh has recommended the judgement of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on monetisation of fiscal deficit, as RBI is government’s principal debt manager. The Committee also estimated India’s GDP growth to -6% to 1% in the financial year 2020-21. The nominal GDP will accelerate to 4-5% in FY2021-22.Incorrect
Answer – 3) N.K.Singh
Explanation:
The first meeting of the 15th Finance Commission’s (XVFC) committee on Fiscal Consolidation Roadmap was held through video conferencing (VC). The committee headed by Nand Kishore (NK) Singh has recommended the judgement of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on monetisation of fiscal deficit, as RBI is government’s principal debt manager. The Committee also estimated India’s GDP growth to -6% to 1% in the financial year 2020-21. The nominal GDP will accelerate to 4-5% in FY2021-22. -
Question 32 of 35
32. Question
What is the fish production target of India by 2024-25 as per the Fisheries ministry (in Lakh Metric Tons)?
Correct
Answer – 4) 220
Explanation:
Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Giriraj Singh detailed the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) during a press conference. PMMSY was announced as a part of the Rs 20 Lakh crore economic stimulus package in response to COVID-19 and received the Union Cabinet approval on May 20, 2020. It will be implemented for a period of 5 years (FY 2020-21 to FY 2024-25) in all states and UTs. The Objective of scheme: To enhance fish production to 220 lakh metric tons by 2024-25 from 137.58 lakh metric tons in 2018-19 at an average annual growth rate of about 9%. It also aims to double incomes of fishers and export earnings by 2024-25.Incorrect
Answer – 4) 220
Explanation:
Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Giriraj Singh detailed the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) during a press conference. PMMSY was announced as a part of the Rs 20 Lakh crore economic stimulus package in response to COVID-19 and received the Union Cabinet approval on May 20, 2020. It will be implemented for a period of 5 years (FY 2020-21 to FY 2024-25) in all states and UTs. The Objective of scheme: To enhance fish production to 220 lakh metric tons by 2024-25 from 137.58 lakh metric tons in 2018-19 at an average annual growth rate of about 9%. It also aims to double incomes of fishers and export earnings by 2024-25. -
Question 33 of 35
33. Question
What is the capital and currency of Australia?
Correct
Answer – 4) Canberra & Dollar
Explanation:
The capital and currency of Australia is Canberra and Australian Dollar respectively.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Canberra & Dollar
Explanation:
The capital and currency of Australia is Canberra and Australian Dollar respectively. -
Question 34 of 35
34. Question
Dampa Tiger reserve is in which Indian state?
Correct
Answer – 2) Mizoram
Explanation:
Dampa Tiger Reserve or Dampha Tiger Reserve is a tiger reserve of western Mizoram, India. It covers an area of about 500 km² in the Lushai Hills at an altitude range of 800–1,100 m. It was declared a tiger reserve in 1994 and is part of Project Tiger.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Mizoram
Explanation:
Dampa Tiger Reserve or Dampha Tiger Reserve is a tiger reserve of western Mizoram, India. It covers an area of about 500 km² in the Lushai Hills at an altitude range of 800–1,100 m. It was declared a tiger reserve in 1994 and is part of Project Tiger. -
Question 35 of 35
35. Question
‘Hunar Haat’ programme to restart from September 2020 with the theme “Local to Global”. Name the ministry which conducts Hunar Haat.
Correct
Answer – 4) Ministry of Minority Affairs
Explanation:
A flagship initiative ‘Hunar Haat’ by the Minority Affairs Ministry will make a comeback in September 2020 with a theme ‘Local to Global’, which is a platform for artisans and craftsmen from various parts of the country to showcase their art and craft and to generate employment for master craftspeople.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Ministry of Minority Affairs
Explanation:
A flagship initiative ‘Hunar Haat’ by the Minority Affairs Ministry will make a comeback in September 2020 with a theme ‘Local to Global’, which is a platform for artisans and craftsmen from various parts of the country to showcase their art and craft and to generate employment for master craftspeople.