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Question 1 of 60
1. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich state in India has topped the list in reducing malaria cases by 59% according to the World Health Organization’s “World Malaria Report 2020”?
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Answer-5) Meghalaya
Explanation:
According to the World Malaria Report 2020 released by the World Health Organization (WHO), India became the only high endemic country to report a decline of 17.6 % in 2019 compared to 2018. India reported the largest fall in Malaria cases in the WHO South-East Asia Region, it reported 5.6 Million cases in 2019 compared to 20 Million cases in 2000. Globally 229 Million malaria cases were reported in 2018 in 87 malaria endemic countries. As per the ‘World Malaria Report 2020’, Meghalaya has topped the list in reducing malaria cases by 59% in India.Incorrect
Answer-5) Meghalaya
Explanation:
According to the World Malaria Report 2020 released by the World Health Organization (WHO), India became the only high endemic country to report a decline of 17.6 % in 2019 compared to 2018. India reported the largest fall in Malaria cases in the WHO South-East Asia Region, it reported 5.6 Million cases in 2019 compared to 20 Million cases in 2000. Globally 229 Million malaria cases were reported in 2018 in 87 malaria endemic countries. As per the ‘World Malaria Report 2020’, Meghalaya has topped the list in reducing malaria cases by 59% in India. -
Question 2 of 60
2. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is India’s rank in the 16th Climate Change Performance Index 2021 released by Germanwatch and no country has placed on the first three positions?
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Answer-3) 10th
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020, a non-profit, non-governmental organization, Germanwatch has released the 16th edition of Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) i.e. CCPI 2021 for 57 countries and European Union (EU) in which India was ranked at 10th spot with a score of 63.98 out of 100.This was the second consecutive time that India remained in top 10 as it was at 9th position in 2019 with an overall score of 66.02.
Notably, the index has placed no country on the first three positions, which states overall very high rating, because countries are not performing well in all index categories. In categories ranking also there are no first three positions.Incorrect
Answer-3) 10th
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020, a non-profit, non-governmental organization, Germanwatch has released the 16th edition of Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) i.e. CCPI 2021 for 57 countries and European Union (EU) in which India was ranked at 10th spot with a score of 63.98 out of 100.This was the second consecutive time that India remained in top 10 as it was at 9th position in 2019 with an overall score of 66.02.
Notably, the index has placed no country on the first three positions, which states overall very high rating, because countries are not performing well in all index categories. In categories ranking also there are no first three positions. -
Question 3 of 60
3. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current Affairs‘Money Mitra’, a new channel, to make banking services accessible to its customers in their neighborhood was launched by which bank?
Correct
Answer-4) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank(SFB) Ltd introduced ‘Money Mitra’, a new channel, to make banking services accessible to its customers in their neighbourhood. Money Mitra facilitates entrepreneurs of local businesses like kirana / medical stores or Insurance agencies to offer retail banking solutions to Ujjivan SFB customers exclusively. Money Mitra is expected to be in accordance with Ujjivan SFB’s purpose to build banking behaviour among its micro banking customers.Incorrect
Answer-4) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020 Ujjivan Small Finance Bank(SFB) Ltd introduced ‘Money Mitra’, a new channel, to make banking services accessible to its customers in their neighbourhood. Money Mitra facilitates entrepreneurs of local businesses like kirana / medical stores or Insurance agencies to offer retail banking solutions to Ujjivan SFB customers exclusively. Money Mitra is expected to be in accordance with Ujjivan SFB’s purpose to build banking behaviour among its micro banking customers. -
Question 4 of 60
4. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsIn December, 2020 which bank has launched the Atmanirbhar Women Scheme?
Correct
Answer- 2) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020 Sanjiv Chadha, Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Bank of Baroda (BoB) launched ‘Atmanirbhar Women Scheme’ virtually at BOB’s Ramamurthy Nagar branch, Bengaluru, Karnataka. This launch is part of the bank’s Baroda Gold Loan. The launch was also made simultaneously in 18 branches coming under 18 zones in India.Incorrect
Answer- 2) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020 Sanjiv Chadha, Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Bank of Baroda (BoB) launched ‘Atmanirbhar Women Scheme’ virtually at BOB’s Ramamurthy Nagar branch, Bengaluru, Karnataka. This launch is part of the bank’s Baroda Gold Loan. The launch was also made simultaneously in 18 branches coming under 18 zones in India. -
Question 5 of 60
5. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsIndia’s first technologically backed group health insurance products was co-created by Plum Benefits Private Limited and _____.
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Answer-5) ICICI Lombard General Insurance Limited
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020 ICICI Lombard General Insurance Limited partnered with Plum Benefits Private Limited to co-create India’s first technologically backed group health insurance products. Aim of the initiative is to offer employers and employees flexibility, transparent pricing, and exceptional healthcare experience.Incorrect
Answer-5) ICICI Lombard General Insurance Limited
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020 ICICI Lombard General Insurance Limited partnered with Plum Benefits Private Limited to co-create India’s first technologically backed group health insurance products. Aim of the initiative is to offer employers and employees flexibility, transparent pricing, and exceptional healthcare experience. -
Question 6 of 60
6. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsIn December, 2020 a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Council of Scientific & Industrial Research-National Metallurgical Laboratory (CSIR-NML) and _______ for research and development in the field of material science and engineering.
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Answer-3) Indian Air Force
Explanation:
On 7th December 2020, the Indian Air Force(IAF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with Council of Scientific & Industrial Research-National Metallurgical Laboratory (CSIR-NML), Jamshedpur, Jharkhand for the research and development in the field of material science and engineering.Incorrect
Answer-3) Indian Air Force
Explanation:
On 7th December 2020, the Indian Air Force(IAF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with Council of Scientific & Industrial Research-National Metallurgical Laboratory (CSIR-NML), Jamshedpur, Jharkhand for the research and development in the field of material science and engineering. -
Question 7 of 60
7. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho is appointed as the inaugural CEO of WHO Foundation in December 2020?
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Answer-5) Anil Soni
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020 WHO Foundation appointed Anil Soni, Indian-origin global health expert as its 1st Chief Executive Officer(CEO) or inaugural CEO. He will take charge on January 1, 2021. Anil Soni as a CEO will expedite the work of WHO Foundation to invest in innovative, evidence-based initiatives that support WHO (World Health Organisation) to deliver on its mission to ensure healthy lives and improve well-being for everyone.Incorrect
Answer-5) Anil Soni
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020 WHO Foundation appointed Anil Soni, Indian-origin global health expert as its 1st Chief Executive Officer(CEO) or inaugural CEO. He will take charge on January 1, 2021. Anil Soni as a CEO will expedite the work of WHO Foundation to invest in innovative, evidence-based initiatives that support WHO (World Health Organisation) to deliver on its mission to ensure healthy lives and improve well-being for everyone. -
Question 8 of 60
8. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich two Indian cites have been inscribed by UNESCO to its world heritage cities under urban landscape city programme in December, 2020?
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Answer-1) Gwalior and Orchha
Explanation:
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has inscribed the fort cities of Gwalior and Orchha in Madhya Pradesh (MP) in its world heritage cities under urban landscape city programme. This was informed by the state government of MP. With this Inclusion the total number of UNESCO World Heritage Cities of India will increase to 40.Incorrect
Answer-1) Gwalior and Orchha
Explanation:
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has inscribed the fort cities of Gwalior and Orchha in Madhya Pradesh (MP) in its world heritage cities under urban landscape city programme. This was informed by the state government of MP. With this Inclusion the total number of UNESCO World Heritage Cities of India will increase to 40. -
Question 9 of 60
9. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the initiative launched by Mastercard, National Institute for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (ni-msme) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in India to create awareness about digitization for MSMEs.
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Answer-1) Digital Saksham
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020 Mastercard, National Institute for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (ni-msme) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) entered into partnership to launch Digital Saksham, a capacity building initiative to drive awareness about digitization for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises(MSMEs) in India. Under this 3-year project, more than 3 lakh MSMEs will be trained to adopt digitisation.Incorrect
Answer-1) Digital Saksham
Explanation:
On December 7, 2020 Mastercard, National Institute for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (ni-msme) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) entered into partnership to launch Digital Saksham, a capacity building initiative to drive awareness about digitization for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises(MSMEs) in India. Under this 3-year project, more than 3 lakh MSMEs will be trained to adopt digitisation. -
Question 10 of 60
10. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich International organisation has released the 2nd edition of “State of the Education Report for India 2020: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)”?
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Answer-4) United Nations Education Scientific & Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020, the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), New Delhi virtually launched the 2nd edition of “State of the Education Report for India 2020: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)”. Madhya Pradesh (MP) is leading among the State government run schools offering vocationalization of secondary school education with 140384 enrolments.Incorrect
Answer-4) United Nations Education Scientific & Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020, the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), New Delhi virtually launched the 2nd edition of “State of the Education Report for India 2020: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)”. Madhya Pradesh (MP) is leading among the State government run schools offering vocationalization of secondary school education with 140384 enrolments. -
Question 11 of 60
11. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Organisation approved USD 300 million loan for the Strengthening Comprehensive Primary Health Care in Urban Areas Program in India and additional 2 million for its implementation?
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Answer-2) Asian Development Bank
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved USD 300 million (about Rs 2,200 crore) loan for Strengthening Comprehensive Primary Health Care in Urban Areas Program in India. In addition to the loan, a $2 million technical assistance grant was also provided from ADB’s Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction to provide technical support for program implementation.Incorrect
Answer-2) Asian Development Bank
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved USD 300 million (about Rs 2,200 crore) loan for Strengthening Comprehensive Primary Health Care in Urban Areas Program in India. In addition to the loan, a $2 million technical assistance grant was also provided from ADB’s Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction to provide technical support for program implementation. -
Question 12 of 60
12. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich license of bank was cancelled by RBI as it does not have adequate capital and earning prospects on December, 2020?
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Answer-5) Karad Janata Sahakari Bank
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the licence of The Karad Janata Sahakari Bank Ltd., Karad, Maharashtra to carry on banking business, which includes acceptance of deposits and repayment of deposits as defined in Section 5(b) read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 with effect from the close of business on December 7, 2020. The bank does not comply with the provisions of section 11(1) and section 22 (3) (d) read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 as it does not have adequate capital and earning prospects.Incorrect
Answer-5) Karad Janata Sahakari Bank
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the licence of The Karad Janata Sahakari Bank Ltd., Karad, Maharashtra to carry on banking business, which includes acceptance of deposits and repayment of deposits as defined in Section 5(b) read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 with effect from the close of business on December 7, 2020. The bank does not comply with the provisions of section 11(1) and section 22 (3) (d) read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 as it does not have adequate capital and earning prospects. -
Question 13 of 60
13. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Bank tied-up with OrbitRemit Limited to facilitate low cost money transfer to India by NRIs and small business in New Zealand?
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Answer-1) Federal Bank
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020 Federal Bank Ltd entered into an online Rupee remittance tie-up with OrbitRemit Limited. This partnership will facilitate Non-Resident Indians(NRIs) and small businesses in New Zealand to transfer money to India in a modern, low cost, fast, easy and more reliable way. NRIs in New Zealand can also make use of the mobile app of OrbitRemit and an online platform to transfer money to India.Incorrect
Answer-1) Federal Bank
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020 Federal Bank Ltd entered into an online Rupee remittance tie-up with OrbitRemit Limited. This partnership will facilitate Non-Resident Indians(NRIs) and small businesses in New Zealand to transfer money to India in a modern, low cost, fast, easy and more reliable way. NRIs in New Zealand can also make use of the mobile app of OrbitRemit and an online platform to transfer money to India. -
Question 14 of 60
14. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsForbes 100 Influential Women 2020 ranked Nirmala Sitharaman at ______ position.
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Answer-4) 41
Explanation:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made it to the 100 most powerful women list announced in the 17th annual Forbes power list. This is the second time she features in the list, in 2019 ranked at 34 and ranked 41st in 2020. India’s leading Business women, kiran mazumdar-shaw, Chairman of Biocon Limited also featured in the list at 68th position.Incorrect
Answer-4) 41
Explanation:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made it to the 100 most powerful women list announced in the 17th annual Forbes power list. This is the second time she features in the list, in 2019 ranked at 34 and ranked 41st in 2020. India’s leading Business women, kiran mazumdar-shaw, Chairman of Biocon Limited also featured in the list at 68th position. -
Question 15 of 60
15. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich country’s Anti-Drone System‘SMASH 2000 Plus fire Control Systems’
was finalised by Indian Navy for procurement?Correct
Answer-4) Israel
Explanation:
Indian Navy has finalised the contract for procurement of a batch of Israeli ‘SMASH 2000 Plus fire Control Systems’ Anti-Drone Systems which is capable of destroying high-speed enemy drones. It is manufactured by Israel Firm ‘Smart Shooter’. The SMASH 2000 Plus is based on SMASH 2000 System and is equipped with Advanced Counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) Mode to counter emerging drone threat. It is equipped with Targeting Algorithms to track and hit small drones which are capable of flying at high speeds.Incorrect
Answer-4) Israel
Explanation:
Indian Navy has finalised the contract for procurement of a batch of Israeli ‘SMASH 2000 Plus fire Control Systems’ Anti-Drone Systems which is capable of destroying high-speed enemy drones. It is manufactured by Israel Firm ‘Smart Shooter’. The SMASH 2000 Plus is based on SMASH 2000 System and is equipped with Advanced Counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) Mode to counter emerging drone threat. It is equipped with Targeting Algorithms to track and hit small drones which are capable of flying at high speeds. -
Question 16 of 60
16. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich event will make its debut at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris?
Correct
Answer-5) Breakdancing or Breaking
Explanation:
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board added “Breaking” – a competitive form of & 3 other sports – Skateboarding, Sport Climbing, and Surfing to Medal Events Program in Olympic Games. Breaking will make its Olympic debut at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, while 3 other sports will make their olympic debut at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics to be held in July, 2021 (delayed due to COVID-19). The additional sports were proposed by the Paris 2024 Organising Committee.Incorrect
Answer-5) Breakdancing or Breaking
Explanation:
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board added “Breaking” – a competitive form of & 3 other sports – Skateboarding, Sport Climbing, and Surfing to Medal Events Program in Olympic Games. Breaking will make its Olympic debut at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, while 3 other sports will make their olympic debut at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics to be held in July, 2021 (delayed due to COVID-19). The additional sports were proposed by the Paris 2024 Organising Committee. -
Question 17 of 60
17. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the theme of 2020, United Nations(UN) International Anti-Corruption Day is observed annually on December 9?
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Answer-1) Recover with Integrity
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN) International Anti-Corruption Day is observed annually on December 9 to raise awareness about corruption and ways through which it can be reduced. The day also aims to create awareness of the role of the UN Convention against Corruption and its role in combating and preventing corruption. The day also highlights the need to eradicate corruption. Theme of International Anti-Corruption Day 2020– ‘Recover with Integrity’.Incorrect
Answer-1) Recover with Integrity
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN) International Anti-Corruption Day is observed annually on December 9 to raise awareness about corruption and ways through which it can be reduced. The day also aims to create awareness of the role of the UN Convention against Corruption and its role in combating and preventing corruption. The day also highlights the need to eradicate corruption. Theme of International Anti-Corruption Day 2020– ‘Recover with Integrity’. -
Question 18 of 60
18. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the name of mobile app launched by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) for real-time monitoring of Covid-19 vaccine delivery?
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Answer-3) Co-WIN
Explanation:
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) has developed ‘Co-WIN’ – A Digital Platform & Mobile Application for real-time monitoring of COVID-19 vaccine delivery and recording data. The platform can be used by the people to register themselves for vaccination. The app can also send real-time data of temperature of cold-storage facilities to the main server. Co-WIN will also help the Government to monitor the entire vaccination process. Co-WIN app will have 5 modules – administrator, registration, vaccination, beneficiary acknowledgement & report.Incorrect
Answer-3) Co-WIN
Explanation:
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) has developed ‘Co-WIN’ – A Digital Platform & Mobile Application for real-time monitoring of COVID-19 vaccine delivery and recording data. The platform can be used by the people to register themselves for vaccination. The app can also send real-time data of temperature of cold-storage facilities to the main server. Co-WIN will also help the Government to monitor the entire vaccination process. Co-WIN app will have 5 modules – administrator, registration, vaccination, beneficiary acknowledgement & report. -
Question 19 of 60
19. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsOn December 2020, Union Cabinet chaired by PM Modi approved wireless internet hotspot service project “PM-WANI”. What does ‘A’ stands for in PM-WANI?
Correct
Answer-4) Access
Explanation:
On December 9, 2020, Union Cabinet Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a new policy to allow businesses to offer wireless internet hotspot services through the project “Public Wi-Fi Access Network Interface or PM-WANI”. In this regard, Public Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) Networks will be set up by Public Data Office Aggregators (PDOAs) to provide public Wi-Fi service through Public Data Offices (PDOs) using Bharatnet.Incorrect
Answer-4) Access
Explanation:
On December 9, 2020, Union Cabinet Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a new policy to allow businesses to offer wireless internet hotspot services through the project “Public Wi-Fi Access Network Interface or PM-WANI”. In this regard, Public Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) Networks will be set up by Public Data Office Aggregators (PDOAs) to provide public Wi-Fi service through Public Data Offices (PDOs) using Bharatnet. -
Question 20 of 60
20. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich country organized the 14th ADMM/7th ADMM-Plus Meeting (ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Defence Ministers’ Meeting) 2020 and also the Defence Minister of India, Rajnath Singh was virtually participated?
Correct
Answer-2) Vietnam
Explanation:
On December 10, 2020, Union Minister of Defence, Rajnath Singh attended 14th ADMM/7th ADMM-Plus Meeting (ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Defence Ministers’ Meeting) 2020 held virtually at Hanoi, Vietnam. The meeting was held on the 10th Anniversary of ADMM-Plus. The meeting was hosted by Vietnam. Rajnath Singh welcomed Brunei Darussalam as the new Chair of ASEAN in 2021.Incorrect
Answer-2) Vietnam
Explanation:
On December 10, 2020, Union Minister of Defence, Rajnath Singh attended 14th ADMM/7th ADMM-Plus Meeting (ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Defence Ministers’ Meeting) 2020 held virtually at Hanoi, Vietnam. The meeting was held on the 10th Anniversary of ADMM-Plus. The meeting was hosted by Vietnam. Rajnath Singh welcomed Brunei Darussalam as the new Chair of ASEAN in 2021. -
Question 21 of 60
21. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current Affairs“Shaheen (Eagle)-IX”, the joint air force exercise was conducted between _____.
Correct
Answer-4) Pakistan and China
Explanation:
The air forces of Pakistan and China on 9th December commenced a joint exercise designed to deepen practical cooperation and improve the actual-combat training level of the two sides. The joint air force exercise “Shaheen (Eagle)-IX” started on Wednesday at an operational air base of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) in Sindh province.Incorrect
Answer-4) Pakistan and China
Explanation:
The air forces of Pakistan and China on 9th December commenced a joint exercise designed to deepen practical cooperation and improve the actual-combat training level of the two sides. The joint air force exercise “Shaheen (Eagle)-IX” started on Wednesday at an operational air base of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) in Sindh province. -
Question 22 of 60
22. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is name of Rs. 22,810 crore project launched by Union Cabinet on December, 2020, to boost employment?
Correct
Answer-2) Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana
Explanation:
On December 9, 2020, Union Cabinet Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana (ABRY) as a part of Atmanirbhar Bharat Package 3.0, to boost employment in the formal sector and creation of new employment during the COVID-19 recovery phase. It should be noted that Cabinet has approved an expenditure of Rs. 1,584 crore for FY21 and Rs. 22,810 crore for the entire Scheme period i.e. 2020-2023.Incorrect
Answer-2) Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana
Explanation:
On December 9, 2020, Union Cabinet Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana (ABRY) as a part of Atmanirbhar Bharat Package 3.0, to boost employment in the formal sector and creation of new employment during the COVID-19 recovery phase. It should be noted that Cabinet has approved an expenditure of Rs. 1,584 crore for FY21 and Rs. 22,810 crore for the entire Scheme period i.e. 2020-2023. -
Question 23 of 60
23. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich organisation has partnered with ICICI Prudential Life Insurance to offer Life Insurance Products through “Bancassurance Partnership”?
Correct
Answer-3) RBL Bank
Explanation:
On December 9, 2020 RBL Bank Ltd & ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Ltd entered into a bancassurance partnership to offer a range of life insurance products, i.e., protection and long-term savings products of ICICI Prudential Life to the customers of RBL Bank. This partnership will allow more than 8.7 million customers of RBL Bank to access and purchase ICICI Prudential Life’s customer-centric protection and long-term savings products.Incorrect
Answer-3) RBL Bank
Explanation:
On December 9, 2020 RBL Bank Ltd & ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Ltd entered into a bancassurance partnership to offer a range of life insurance products, i.e., protection and long-term savings products of ICICI Prudential Life to the customers of RBL Bank. This partnership will allow more than 8.7 million customers of RBL Bank to access and purchase ICICI Prudential Life’s customer-centric protection and long-term savings products. -
Question 24 of 60
24. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich company has partnered with YES Bank to provide premium credit card “Yes Private Prime Credit Card” to its Ultra High-Net-Worth-Individuals (HNWIs) of India?
Correct
Answer-5) Mastercard
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020 YES Bank in partnership with Mastercard launched ‘Yes Private Prime Credit Card’ for the Affluent and Ultra High-Net-Worth-Individuals (HNWIs) of India. The card is available on the Mastercard World Elite platform. The card is a strictly by-invitation-only lifestyle Credit Card. YES Private Prime credit card is in line with YES Bank’s strategy to deliver premium and exclusive services to its valued customers.Incorrect
Answer-5) Mastercard
Explanation:
On December 8, 2020 YES Bank in partnership with Mastercard launched ‘Yes Private Prime Credit Card’ for the Affluent and Ultra High-Net-Worth-Individuals (HNWIs) of India. The card is available on the Mastercard World Elite platform. The card is a strictly by-invitation-only lifestyle Credit Card. YES Private Prime credit card is in line with YES Bank’s strategy to deliver premium and exclusive services to its valued customers. -
Question 25 of 60
25. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich organisation has got approval from the Cabinet to sign a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Financial and Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), Luxembourg?
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Answer-5) Securities and Exchange Board of India
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet has also approved the proposal of Securities & Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to sign a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between SEBI and Financial and Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), Luxembourg to strengthen cross border cooperation in the area of securities regulations and facilitate mutual assistance.Incorrect
Answer-5) Securities and Exchange Board of India
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet has also approved the proposal of Securities & Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to sign a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between SEBI and Financial and Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), Luxembourg to strengthen cross border cooperation in the area of securities regulations and facilitate mutual assistance. -
Question 26 of 60
26. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsDRDO successfully demonstrated encrypted communication between 2 labs of DRDO using QKD technology, where QKD stands for?
Correct
Answer-3) Quantum Key Distribution
Explanation:
On 9th December, 2020, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully demonstrated communication between 2 labs of DRDO using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Technology to share encryption keys. The QKD technology was developed by CAIR (Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics), Bengaluru, and DYSL-QT (DRDO Young Scientists Laboratories-Quantum Technologies), Mumbai. The 2 DRDO labs which participated are Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) and the Research Centre Imarat (RCI).Incorrect
Answer-3) Quantum Key Distribution
Explanation:
On 9th December, 2020, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully demonstrated communication between 2 labs of DRDO using Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Technology to share encryption keys. The QKD technology was developed by CAIR (Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics), Bengaluru, and DYSL-QT (DRDO Young Scientists Laboratories-Quantum Technologies), Mumbai. The 2 DRDO labs which participated are Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) and the Research Centre Imarat (RCI). -
Question 27 of 60
27. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich organisation has collaborated with the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) to promote energy storage in India on December, 2020?
Correct
Answer-3) United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
Explanation:
On December 10, 2020, the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) and United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) collaborated to promote innovations in energy storage in India. The collaboration was done on the lines of the launch of the 4th round of innovation challenge by UNIDO’s Facility of Low Carbon Technology Deployment (FLCTD) to support and encourage new innovations in Indian energy storage and e-mobility space.Incorrect
Answer-3) United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
Explanation:
On December 10, 2020, the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) and United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) collaborated to promote innovations in energy storage in India. The collaboration was done on the lines of the launch of the 4th round of innovation challenge by UNIDO’s Facility of Low Carbon Technology Deployment (FLCTD) to support and encourage new innovations in Indian energy storage and e-mobility space. -
Question 28 of 60
28. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the theme of 4th edition of India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2020, organised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and Cellular Operator Association of India (COAI)?
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Answer-1) Inclusive Innovation – Smart I Secure I Sustainable
Explanation:
The 4th edition of the largest digital technology forum in South Asia i.e. India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2020 held virtually on December 8-10, 2020 amid COVID-19 and was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It was organised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and Cellular Operator Association of India (COAI) on the theme “Inclusive Innovation – Smart I Secure I Sustainable”. The prime sponsors of the conference included Dell Technologies, Ribbon Communications and Red Hat.Incorrect
Answer-1) Inclusive Innovation – Smart I Secure I Sustainable
Explanation:
The 4th edition of the largest digital technology forum in South Asia i.e. India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2020 held virtually on December 8-10, 2020 amid COVID-19 and was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It was organised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and Cellular Operator Association of India (COAI) on the theme “Inclusive Innovation – Smart I Secure I Sustainable”. The prime sponsors of the conference included Dell Technologies, Ribbon Communications and Red Hat. -
Question 29 of 60
29. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Company has partnered with Skylotech India to launch world’s first satellite based Narrow Band-Internet of Things (NB-IoT) device to provide Pan-India Connectivity?
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Answer-2) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
Explanation:
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in partnership with Skylotech India has launched the world’s first satellite-based NB-IoT (Narrow Band-Internet of Things) device that can be used PAN-India where mobile towers are not present including Indian seas. The device developed by Skylo will be provided only through the state-run firm at a price of around Rs 10,000 a unit.Incorrect
Answer-2) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
Explanation:
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in partnership with Skylotech India has launched the world’s first satellite-based NB-IoT (Narrow Band-Internet of Things) device that can be used PAN-India where mobile towers are not present including Indian seas. The device developed by Skylo will be provided only through the state-run firm at a price of around Rs 10,000 a unit. -
Question 30 of 60
30. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is India’s rank in the Climatescope Survey ‘Emerging Markets Outlook 2020: Energy Transition in the World’s Fastest Growing economies’ released by Bloomberg New Energy Finance Limited (BNEF)?
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Answer-2) 2nd
Explanation:
According to Climatescope Survey ‘Emerging Markets Outlook 2020: Energy Transition in the World’s Fastest Growing economies’ released by Bloomberg New Energy Finance Limited (BNEF) India with a score of 2.61 dropped to the 2nd position in the 2020 survey due to decline in Clean Energy Investment. India’s investment declined from 32% in 2017 to 12% in 2018-2019. Chile topped the survey rankings with a score of 2.85, Brazil came third with a score of 2.44.Incorrect
Answer-2) 2nd
Explanation:
According to Climatescope Survey ‘Emerging Markets Outlook 2020: Energy Transition in the World’s Fastest Growing economies’ released by Bloomberg New Energy Finance Limited (BNEF) India with a score of 2.61 dropped to the 2nd position in the 2020 survey due to decline in Clean Energy Investment. India’s investment declined from 32% in 2017 to 12% in 2018-2019. Chile topped the survey rankings with a score of 2.85, Brazil came third with a score of 2.44. -
Question 31 of 60
31. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Small Finance Bank launched a 3-in-1 account (tripartite account), that comprises savings, trading and demat accounts for its customers in December, 2020?
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Answer-1) Equitas Small Finance Bank
Explanation:
On December 10, 2020 Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd(ESFBL)launched a 3-in-1 account (tripartite account), which comprises savings, trading and demat accounts for its customers. The account enables customers to hold all their bank and financial investments under one umbrella. This account was launched to widen the bank’s product offerings.Incorrect
Answer-1) Equitas Small Finance Bank
Explanation:
On December 10, 2020 Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd(ESFBL)launched a 3-in-1 account (tripartite account), which comprises savings, trading and demat accounts for its customers. The account enables customers to hold all their bank and financial investments under one umbrella. This account was launched to widen the bank’s product offerings. -
Question 32 of 60
32. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich organisation has got draft guidelines for dividend payout from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its 4th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) 2020-21, on December, 2020?
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Answer-5) Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFC)
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its recent 4th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) 2020-21 announced to issue guidelines for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) with regard to distribution of dividend. Therefore on December 9, 2020, the apex bank released the “Draft Circular on Declaration of Dividend by NBFCs” to ensure greater transparency and uniformity in practice. It is open for comments by December 24, 2020. The guidelines will be applicable for dividends to be declared for the financial year beginning April 01, 2020 (FY 2020-21) onwards.Incorrect
Answer-5) Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFC)
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its recent 4th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) 2020-21 announced to issue guidelines for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) with regard to distribution of dividend. Therefore on December 9, 2020, the apex bank released the “Draft Circular on Declaration of Dividend by NBFCs” to ensure greater transparency and uniformity in practice. It is open for comments by December 24, 2020. The guidelines will be applicable for dividends to be declared for the financial year beginning April 01, 2020 (FY 2020-21) onwards. -
Question 33 of 60
33. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the theme of World’s largest virtual entrepreneurial summit, The IndUS Entrepreneurs (TiE) Global Summit-2020 (TGS 2020) hosted by TiE Hyderabad?
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Answer-3) Entrepreneurship 360
Explanation:
World’s largest virtual entrepreneurial summit, The IndUS Entrepreneurs (TiE) Global Summit-2020 (TGS 2020) was held virtually from December 8-10, 2020. It was hosted by TiE Hyderabad. Vice-President(VP) Venkaiah Naidu virtually inaugurated the TGS 2020. Theme of TGS 2020 – ‘Entrepreneurship 360’. The summit focused on issues faced by Entrepreneurs, Funding Platform, pitching tactics to help start-ups.Incorrect
Answer-3) Entrepreneurship 360
Explanation:
World’s largest virtual entrepreneurial summit, The IndUS Entrepreneurs (TiE) Global Summit-2020 (TGS 2020) was held virtually from December 8-10, 2020. It was hosted by TiE Hyderabad. Vice-President(VP) Venkaiah Naidu virtually inaugurated the TGS 2020. Theme of TGS 2020 – ‘Entrepreneurship 360’. The summit focused on issues faced by Entrepreneurs, Funding Platform, pitching tactics to help start-ups. -
Question 34 of 60
34. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsFor which of his Novel, Raj Kamal Jha won the 3rd Edition of Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize 2020?
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Answer-2) The City and the Sea: A Novel
Explanation:
Raj Kamal Jha, Indian Author and the Chief Editor of The Indian Express wins 3rd Edition of Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize 2020 for his literary fiction novel ‘The City and the Sea’. This is Raj Kamal Jha’s 5th novel. His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, late Sultan of Oman and The People of Oman and Sandip Soparrkar from India a renowned dancer choreographer from India named as the winner of TagorePrize for Social Achievement 2020.Incorrect
Answer-2) The City and the Sea: A Novel
Explanation:
Raj Kamal Jha, Indian Author and the Chief Editor of The Indian Express wins 3rd Edition of Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize 2020 for his literary fiction novel ‘The City and the Sea’. This is Raj Kamal Jha’s 5th novel. His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, late Sultan of Oman and The People of Oman and Sandip Soparrkar from India a renowned dancer choreographer from India named as the winner of TagorePrize for Social Achievement 2020. -
Question 35 of 60
35. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich disease remained as the Top Cause of death at the Global level over the period 2000-19 in World Health Organization’s (WHO) 2019 Global Health Estimates?
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Answer-5) Ischaemic Heart Disease
Explanation:
According to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) 2019 Global Health Estimates, Ischaemic Heart Disease remained the Top Cause of death at the Global level over the period 2000-19, it is responsible for 16% of World’s total deaths. The study has also stated that Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) constitute 7 of the World’s Top 10 causes of death. Based on Total Number of lives lost the global causes are grouped into 3 broad topics – cardiovascular, respiratory and neonatal conditions.
Top 3 diseases- Ischaemic Heart Disease, Stroke, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.Incorrect
Answer-5) Ischaemic Heart Disease
Explanation:
According to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) 2019 Global Health Estimates, Ischaemic Heart Disease remained the Top Cause of death at the Global level over the period 2000-19, it is responsible for 16% of World’s total deaths. The study has also stated that Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) constitute 7 of the World’s Top 10 causes of death. Based on Total Number of lives lost the global causes are grouped into 3 broad topics – cardiovascular, respiratory and neonatal conditions.
Top 3 diseases- Ischaemic Heart Disease, Stroke, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. -
Question 36 of 60
36. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Bank has partnered with Haqdarshak Empowerment Solutions Private Limited to help Indian MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) to recover from COVID-19 pandemic through Haqdarshak MSME platform?
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Answer-1)DBS Bank India Ltd
Explanation:
On December 11, 2020 DBS Bank India Ltd. (DBIL) partnered with Haqdarshak Empowerment Solutions Private Limited to help Indian MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) to recover from COVID-19 pandemic. This aid will happen through the newly launched Haqdarshak MSME platform. It provides information about the government schemes like- Loan schemes of Small Industries Development Bank of India(SIDBI) for MSMEs, Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme Prime Minister(PM) Street vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi Yojana (PM SVANidhi), etc.,Incorrect
Answer-1)DBS Bank India Ltd
Explanation:
On December 11, 2020 DBS Bank India Ltd. (DBIL) partnered with Haqdarshak Empowerment Solutions Private Limited to help Indian MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) to recover from COVID-19 pandemic. This aid will happen through the newly launched Haqdarshak MSME platform. It provides information about the government schemes like- Loan schemes of Small Industries Development Bank of India(SIDBI) for MSMEs, Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme Prime Minister(PM) Street vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi Yojana (PM SVANidhi), etc., -
Question 37 of 60
37. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Country has signed 9 Agreements with India in its first High level bilateral virtual summit that was co-chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to establish close friendship and strong partnership between the Nations in the post COVID-19 world?
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Answer-5) Uzbekistan
Explanation:
On December 11, 2020 the first bilateral virtual summit between India and Uzbekistan was co-chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev to discuss the entire gamut of bilateral relationship, including strengthening India-Uzbekistan cooperation in the post-COVID-19 world between both nations. Both sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. Both nations have set a target to boost USD 1 billion for bilateral trade in the next few years. Indian side confirmed the approval of USD 448 million of Line of Credit (LoC) for four developmental projects in Uzbekistan.
Important fields of cooperation- Counter-Terrorism, Uzbek-Indian free pharmaceutical zone, Uzbekistan-India Business Council, International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).Incorrect
Answer-5) Uzbekistan
Explanation:
On December 11, 2020 the first bilateral virtual summit between India and Uzbekistan was co-chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev to discuss the entire gamut of bilateral relationship, including strengthening India-Uzbekistan cooperation in the post-COVID-19 world between both nations. Both sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. Both nations have set a target to boost USD 1 billion for bilateral trade in the next few years. Indian side confirmed the approval of USD 448 million of Line of Credit (LoC) for four developmental projects in Uzbekistan.
Important fields of cooperation- Counter-Terrorism, Uzbek-Indian free pharmaceutical zone, Uzbekistan-India Business Council, International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC). -
Question 38 of 60
38. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the name of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between World Health Organization (WHO) & International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) on December, 2020?
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Answer-3) Red Channel Agreement
Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) & International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) known as ‘Red Channel Agreement’ for the implementation of Emergency Medical Team (EMT) initiative. EMT initiative will strengthen the delivery of emergency medical and health services during humanitarian crises. The agreement recognizes IFRC’s Emergency Response Units as EMTs.Incorrect
Answer-3) Red Channel Agreement
Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) & International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) known as ‘Red Channel Agreement’ for the implementation of Emergency Medical Team (EMT) initiative. EMT initiative will strengthen the delivery of emergency medical and health services during humanitarian crises. The agreement recognizes IFRC’s Emergency Response Units as EMTs. -
Question 39 of 60
39. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich country become the 2nd to plant their National Flag on Moon’s Surface?
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Answer-5) China
Explanation:
China’s Chang’e-5 probe planted the Chinese National Flag on the Moon’s Surface. The United States was the first country to plant its National Flag on the Lunar surface during the manned Apollo 11 mission in 1969. Chang’e-5 planted the flag before starting on its return journey from the moon. It is carrying China’s first Lunar Samples.Incorrect
Answer-5) China
Explanation:
China’s Chang’e-5 probe planted the Chinese National Flag on the Moon’s Surface. The United States was the first country to plant its National Flag on the Lunar surface during the manned Apollo 11 mission in 1969. Chang’e-5 planted the flag before starting on its return journey from the moon. It is carrying China’s first Lunar Samples. -
Question 40 of 60
40. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich organisation released the Book ‘Putting Farmers First’ on December, 2020?
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Answer-3) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Explanation:
On December 10, 2020 The Bureau of Outreach and Communication (BOC) of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting(I&B) released a booklet, ‘Putting Farmers First’. It highlights the reforms introduced by the government of India in the agriculture sector through the recent 3 farm laws enacted and also the various steps taken since 2014 for the farmers’ welfare.Incorrect
Answer-3) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Explanation:
On December 10, 2020 The Bureau of Outreach and Communication (BOC) of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting(I&B) released a booklet, ‘Putting Farmers First’. It highlights the reforms introduced by the government of India in the agriculture sector through the recent 3 farm laws enacted and also the various steps taken since 2014 for the farmers’ welfare. -
Question 41 of 60
41. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhen was the United Nations(UN)’s International Universal Health Coverage Day(UHCDAY) 2020 is observed with the theme Health for All: Protect Everyone?
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Answer-2) 12th December
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s International Universal Health Coverage Day(UHCDAY) is annually observed across the globe on 12th December to raise awareness about the need for a strong and resilient health system and universal health coverage with multi stakeholder partners.The day also marks the anniversary of the UN’s endorsement of Universal health coverage in 2012.The theme of International UHCDAY 2020 is Health for All: Protect Everyone.Incorrect
Answer-2) 12th December
Explanation:
The United Nations(UN)’s International Universal Health Coverage Day(UHCDAY) is annually observed across the globe on 12th December to raise awareness about the need for a strong and resilient health system and universal health coverage with multi stakeholder partners.The day also marks the anniversary of the UN’s endorsement of Universal health coverage in 2012.The theme of International UHCDAY 2020 is Health for All: Protect Everyone. -
Question 42 of 60
42. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhere will the World’s largest scooter manufacturing factory to produce Electric Vehicles be built by Ola?
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Answer-1) Hosur, Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
On 14th December, 2020 Ola has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tamil Nadu state government to set up a Rs. 2400 crore Electric vehicle manufacturing hub in the state, this turns out to be the world’s largest scooter factory. Ola manufactures EVs that won the Marketing Innovation award at CES and the German Design Award. Ola’s world’s largest scooter manufacturing unit in Hosur, with investment of Rs. 2,354 crore, with initial production capacity of 2million unit.Incorrect
Answer-1) Hosur, Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
On 14th December, 2020 Ola has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tamil Nadu state government to set up a Rs. 2400 crore Electric vehicle manufacturing hub in the state, this turns out to be the world’s largest scooter factory. Ola manufactures EVs that won the Marketing Innovation award at CES and the German Design Award. Ola’s world’s largest scooter manufacturing unit in Hosur, with investment of Rs. 2,354 crore, with initial production capacity of 2million unit. -
Question 43 of 60
43. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich state has become first in India to modernize the fire safety certification process completely through its portal “Fire Safety COP”?
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Answer-4) Gujarat
Explanation:
On December 13, 2020, Gujarat became the first state in the country that has approved a system to modernize fire safety certification process. In this regard, the approval and renewal of fire safety certification will be done entirely on the portal called Fire Safety COP, or Fire Safety Compliance Portal covering facilitation and empanelment of fire safety officers (FSOs) and approval and renewal of fire safety certificate (FSC) along with provision of online payment. The system has been designed by Gujarat Institute of Disaster Management (GIDM) under its director general PK Taneja.Incorrect
Answer-4) Gujarat
Explanation:
On December 13, 2020, Gujarat became the first state in the country that has approved a system to modernize fire safety certification process. In this regard, the approval and renewal of fire safety certification will be done entirely on the portal called Fire Safety COP, or Fire Safety Compliance Portal covering facilitation and empanelment of fire safety officers (FSOs) and approval and renewal of fire safety certificate (FSC) along with provision of online payment. The system has been designed by Gujarat Institute of Disaster Management (GIDM) under its director general PK Taneja. -
Question 44 of 60
44. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho will be provided essential public health functionaries through the USD 2 billion that India committed to provide during the World Health Organisation(WHO)’s ‘Lives In The Balance’ Summit 2020, on December 2020?
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Answer-4) Women, newborns, young children and adolescents
Explanation:
At the World Health Organisation(WHO)’s ‘Lives In The Balance’ Summit 2020 held on December 11, 2020, India pledged a commitment of USD 2 billion during 2020-2021 to strengthen all levels of care in response to COVID-19 pandemic and to ensure essential public health functions with focus on Women, newborns, young children and adolescents. The total commitment made by all the countries is USD 20.6 billion.Incorrect
Answer-4) Women, newborns, young children and adolescents
Explanation:
At the World Health Organisation(WHO)’s ‘Lives In The Balance’ Summit 2020 held on December 11, 2020, India pledged a commitment of USD 2 billion during 2020-2021 to strengthen all levels of care in response to COVID-19 pandemic and to ensure essential public health functions with focus on Women, newborns, young children and adolescents. The total commitment made by all the countries is USD 20.6 billion. -
Question 45 of 60
45. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich bank has extended a Line of Credit (LOC) of $448 million to the Government of Republic of Uzbekistan for financing in Roads & Transport, Water and Technology & Communication sectors?
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Answer-2) Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank)
Explanation:
On December 12, 2020, Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank), on behalf of the Government of India, has extended a Line of Credit (LOC) of $448 million to the Government of Republic of Uzbekistan for financing the latter’s various projects in the Roads & Transport, Water and Technology & Communication sectors. Exim Bank has now in place 266 Lines of Credit, covering 62 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and the Oceania, with credit commitments of around $26.59 billion.Incorrect
Answer-2) Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank)
Explanation:
On December 12, 2020, Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank), on behalf of the Government of India, has extended a Line of Credit (LOC) of $448 million to the Government of Republic of Uzbekistan for financing the latter’s various projects in the Roads & Transport, Water and Technology & Communication sectors. Exim Bank has now in place 266 Lines of Credit, covering 62 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and the Oceania, with credit commitments of around $26.59 billion. -
Question 46 of 60
46. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Bank has partnered with Aceware to launch ‘AceMoney Micro ATM (Automated Teller Machine) service’ in Kochi, Kerala that enables money withdrawal from the comfort of home?
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Answer-5) ICICI Bank
Explanation:
On December 14, 2020 Aceware in association with ICICI Bank launched ‘AceMoney Micro ATM (Automated Teller Machine) service’ in Kochi, Kerala. This service will enable people to withdraw money from their bank account from home. The customers of all banks can avail this service. The money will be delivered, within 30 to 40 minutes of placing the order at the doorstep of the customer. The company also plans to expand this service to all the municipalities in the state by January 2021.Incorrect
Answer-5) ICICI Bank
Explanation:
On December 14, 2020 Aceware in association with ICICI Bank launched ‘AceMoney Micro ATM (Automated Teller Machine) service’ in Kochi, Kerala. This service will enable people to withdraw money from their bank account from home. The customers of all banks can avail this service. The money will be delivered, within 30 to 40 minutes of placing the order at the doorstep of the customer. The company also plans to expand this service to all the municipalities in the state by January 2021. -
Question 47 of 60
47. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhere did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to set up an Automated Banknote Processing Centre (ABPC) for Receipt, Storage & Dispatch of bank notes as of December, 2020?
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Answer-1) Jaipur, Rajasthan
Explanation:
On December 13, 2020, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to set up an Automated Banknote Processing Centre (ABPC) in Jaipur, Rajasthan for automated receipt, storage of fresh banknotes received from the printing presses, and then retrieval and dispatch of these banknotes to the identified issue offices (IOs)/currency chests (CCs). The centre will also demolish destruction of soiled banknotes. This all process will be done in an automated manner.
The coins are minted at four mints viz, Mumbai (Maharashtra), Hyderabad (Telangana), Kolkata (West Bengal) and NOIDA (New Okhla Industrial Development Authority), Uttar Pradesh.Incorrect
Answer-1) Jaipur, Rajasthan
Explanation:
On December 13, 2020, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to set up an Automated Banknote Processing Centre (ABPC) in Jaipur, Rajasthan for automated receipt, storage of fresh banknotes received from the printing presses, and then retrieval and dispatch of these banknotes to the identified issue offices (IOs)/currency chests (CCs). The centre will also demolish destruction of soiled banknotes. This all process will be done in an automated manner.
The coins are minted at four mints viz, Mumbai (Maharashtra), Hyderabad (Telangana), Kolkata (West Bengal) and NOIDA (New Okhla Industrial Development Authority), Uttar Pradesh. -
Question 48 of 60
48. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich field does the recent launched ‘UNESCO-Bangladesh Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman International Prize’ by UNESCO adopted on its 210th Executive Board belongs to?
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Answer-2) Creative Economy
Explanation:
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) in its 210th Executive Board has unanimously adopted the proposal to launch a USD 50,000 ‘UNESCO-Bangladesh Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman International Prize’ for the Creative Economy. It is UNESCO’s 1st award in the field of the creative economy. The prize is named after Bangabandhu (Friend of Bengal) Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (Sheikh Mujib or Mujib), the ‘Father of the Nation of Bangladesh’. The award will be given from November 2021.The Prize will be established for an initial period of six years (2021-2027).Incorrect
Answer-2) Creative Economy
Explanation:
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) in its 210th Executive Board has unanimously adopted the proposal to launch a USD 50,000 ‘UNESCO-Bangladesh Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman International Prize’ for the Creative Economy. It is UNESCO’s 1st award in the field of the creative economy. The prize is named after Bangabandhu (Friend of Bengal) Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (Sheikh Mujib or Mujib), the ‘Father of the Nation of Bangladesh’. The award will be given from November 2021.The Prize will be established for an initial period of six years (2021-2027). -
Question 49 of 60
49. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho has won the 11th edition of Social Entrepreneur of the Year (SEOY) Award – India 2020 for developing a generation of empathetic, sensitive youth?
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Answer-3) Ashraf Patel
Explanation:
On November 26, 2020 Ashraf Patel of Pravah & ComMutiny Youth Collective (CYC) named as the winner of the Social Entrepreneur of the Year (SEOY) Award – India 2020 at a virtual ceremony. The prize was presented by Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, Union Minister of Women & Child Development & Textiles, Government of India. Ashraf Patel has been developing a generation of empathetic, sensitive youth change-makers through psycho-social interventions, that helps them to build more inclusive identities and societies that bring about revolutionary changes.Incorrect
Answer-3) Ashraf Patel
Explanation:
On November 26, 2020 Ashraf Patel of Pravah & ComMutiny Youth Collective (CYC) named as the winner of the Social Entrepreneur of the Year (SEOY) Award – India 2020 at a virtual ceremony. The prize was presented by Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, Union Minister of Women & Child Development & Textiles, Government of India. Ashraf Patel has been developing a generation of empathetic, sensitive youth change-makers through psycho-social interventions, that helps them to build more inclusive identities and societies that bring about revolutionary changes. -
Question 50 of 60
50. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhen is the National Energy Conservation day celebrated annually in India?
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Answer-2) 14th December
Explanation:
The National Energy Conservation day is annually celebrated across India on 14th December to create awareness among the general public about the importance of energy conservation for the present and the future. Every year the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), an agency of the Government of India, under the Ministry of Power organises the National Energy Conservation day with an aim to showcase the achievements of India in energy efficiency and conservation.Incorrect
Answer-2) 14th December
Explanation:
The National Energy Conservation day is annually celebrated across India on 14th December to create awareness among the general public about the importance of energy conservation for the present and the future. Every year the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), an agency of the Government of India, under the Ministry of Power organises the National Energy Conservation day with an aim to showcase the achievements of India in energy efficiency and conservation. -
Question 51 of 60
51. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWho is the director of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre in December, 2020?
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Answer-4) Mechtild Rossler
Explanation:
Mechtild Rossler is the current director of UNESCO World Heritage Centre in December, 2020.Incorrect
Answer-4) Mechtild Rossler
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Mechtild Rossler is the current director of UNESCO World Heritage Centre in December, 2020. -
Question 52 of 60
52. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhich is the highest Peak in Mizo hills?
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Answer-5) Phawngpui
Explanation:
Phawngpui also known as Blue Mountain, is the highest mountain peak in the Mizo Hills (Lushai Hills) and in the state of Mizoram, India.Incorrect
Answer-5) Phawngpui
Explanation:
Phawngpui also known as Blue Mountain, is the highest mountain peak in the Mizo Hills (Lushai Hills) and in the state of Mizoram, India. -
Question 53 of 60
53. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhere is the Headquarters of United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) located?
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Answer-1) Nairobi,Kenya
Explanation:
The United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), UNEP’s Headquarters is located at Nairobi, Kenya.Incorrect
Answer-1) Nairobi,Kenya
Explanation:
The United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), UNEP’s Headquarters is located at Nairobi, Kenya. -
Question 54 of 60
54. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWho is the current chairman of Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) in December, 2020?
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Answer-2) Subhash Chandra Khuntia
Explanation:
Subhash Chandra Khuntia, is the current chairman of Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) in December, 2020.Incorrect
Answer-2) Subhash Chandra Khuntia
Explanation:
Subhash Chandra Khuntia, is the current chairman of Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) in December, 2020. -
Question 55 of 60
55. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhere is the Headquarters of International Judo Federation (IJF) located?
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Answer-2) Budapest,Hungary
Explanation:
The Headquarters of International Judo Federation (IJF) located Budapest.Incorrect
Answer-2) Budapest,Hungary
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The Headquarters of International Judo Federation (IJF) located Budapest. -
Question 56 of 60
56. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWho was the Prime Minister of Portugal on December, 2020?
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Answer-4) Antonio Costa
Explanation:
António Luís Santos da Costa GCIH is a Portuguese lawyer and politician serving as the 119th and current Prime Minister of Portugal.Incorrect
Answer-4) Antonio Costa
Explanation:
António Luís Santos da Costa GCIH is a Portuguese lawyer and politician serving as the 119th and current Prime Minister of Portugal. -
Question 57 of 60
57. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhat is the currency of Myanmar?
Correct
Answer-4) Kyat
Explanation:
The kyat is the currency of Myanmar. It is often abbreviated as “K” or “Ks”.Incorrect
Answer-4) Kyat
Explanation:
The kyat is the currency of Myanmar. It is often abbreviated as “K” or “Ks”. -
Question 58 of 60
58. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWho is the current chairman of World Economic Forum (WEF)?
Correct
Answer-1) Klaus Schwab
Explanation:
Klaus Martin Schwab is a German engineer and economist best known as the founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum.Incorrect
Answer-1) Klaus Schwab
Explanation:
Klaus Martin Schwab is a German engineer and economist best known as the founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum. -
Question 59 of 60
59. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWho is ranked as the world’s number 1 driver, as per Formula One rankings on December, 2020?
Correct
Answer- 3) Lewis Hamilton
Explanation:
Lewis Hamilton from Team Mercedes is placed at the top driver spot as per Formula One rankings on December, 2020.Incorrect
Answer- 3) Lewis Hamilton
Explanation:
Lewis Hamilton from Team Mercedes is placed at the top driver spot as per Formula One rankings on December, 2020. -
Question 60 of 60
60. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhat is the Tagline of ICICI Bank?
Correct
Answer-5) Hum Hai Na, Khayal Apka
Explanation:
ICICI Bank is headquarters at Mumbai, Maharashtra, with a Tagline “Hum Hai Na, Khayal Apka”. Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO)of ICICI Bank is Sandeep Bakhshi.Incorrect
Answer-5) Hum Hai Na, Khayal Apka
Explanation:
ICICI Bank is headquarters at Mumbai, Maharashtra, with a Tagline “Hum Hai Na, Khayal Apka”. Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO)of ICICI Bank is Sandeep Bakhshi.
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