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Question 1 of 60
1. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the theme of the 9th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit (SMDS IX) organized by Integrated Mountain Initiative (IMI) and hosted by Sustainable Development Forum Uttaranchal (SDFU), Dehradun on December, 2020?
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Answer-2) Emerging Pathways for Building a Resilient Post COVID-19 Mountain Economy, Adaptation, Innovation & Acceleration
Explanation:
The 9th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit (SMDS IX) organized by Integrated Mountain Initiative (IMI) and hosted by Sustainable Development Forum Uttaranchal (SDFU), Dehradun took place virtually in Dehradun from December 11-14, 2020. The Summit was held on occasion of the United Nations (UN) International Mountain Day 2020. Theme for 2020 SMDS IX – ‘Emerging Pathways for Building a Resilient Post COVID-19 Mountain Economy, Adaptation, Innovation & Acceleration’.Incorrect
Answer-2) Emerging Pathways for Building a Resilient Post COVID-19 Mountain Economy, Adaptation, Innovation & Acceleration
Explanation:
The 9th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit (SMDS IX) organized by Integrated Mountain Initiative (IMI) and hosted by Sustainable Development Forum Uttaranchal (SDFU), Dehradun took place virtually in Dehradun from December 11-14, 2020. The Summit was held on occasion of the United Nations (UN) International Mountain Day 2020. Theme for 2020 SMDS IX – ‘Emerging Pathways for Building a Resilient Post COVID-19 Mountain Economy, Adaptation, Innovation & Acceleration’. -
Question 2 of 60
2. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich countries virtually participated in the First Trilateral Working Group (TWG) meeting to discuss the joint use of Chabahar port in Iran?
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Answer-5) India, Iran, Uzbekistan
Explanation:
On December 14, 2020, The First Trilateral Working Group (TWG) meeting was held virtually between India, Iran & Uzbekistan to discuss the joint use of Chabahar port in Iran to increase regional connectivity within the 3 countries. The meeting was jointly chaired by Sanjeev Ranjan, Secretary (Shipping), Government of India, D. Dehkanov, Deputy Minister of Transport of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Shahram Adamnejad, Deputy Transport Minister of Islamic Republic of Iran.Incorrect
Answer-5) India, Iran, Uzbekistan
Explanation:
On December 14, 2020, The First Trilateral Working Group (TWG) meeting was held virtually between India, Iran & Uzbekistan to discuss the joint use of Chabahar port in Iran to increase regional connectivity within the 3 countries. The meeting was jointly chaired by Sanjeev Ranjan, Secretary (Shipping), Government of India, D. Dehkanov, Deputy Minister of Transport of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Shahram Adamnejad, Deputy Transport Minister of Islamic Republic of Iran. -
Question 3 of 60
3. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Insurance company has launched a first of its kind, Open Application Programming Interface(API) Gateway to enable full digital collaboration with its business partners on December, 2020?
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Answer-1) Edelweiss General Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
On December 14, 2020 Edelweiss General Insurance Company Limited launched a first of its kind, Open Application Programming Interface(API) Gateway to enable full digital collaboration with its business partners. The authorised partners of Edelweiss General Insurance, with this gateway can integrate the available and new products and services in a speed manner with the technology platform of the company.Incorrect
Answer-1) Edelweiss General Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
On December 14, 2020 Edelweiss General Insurance Company Limited launched a first of its kind, Open Application Programming Interface(API) Gateway to enable full digital collaboration with its business partners. The authorised partners of Edelweiss General Insurance, with this gateway can integrate the available and new products and services in a speed manner with the technology platform of the company. -
Question 4 of 60
4. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Bank recently launched its new technology product ‘FX 4 U’ to help its users to handle Forex transactions through Internet Banking?
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Answer-4) Canara Bank
Explanation:
On December 12, 2020 Canara Bank launched ‘FX 4 U’, a new technology(tech) product. This product helps the users of its Internet Banking(IB) to handle forex transactions. This facility enables all the eligible individual customers to undertake remittance facilities as per the Foreign Exchange Management Act(FEMA), 1999. Once the letter of credit (LC) module is activated, the corporate customers can make and submit LC applications with documents through IB.Incorrect
Answer-4) Canara Bank
Explanation:
On December 12, 2020 Canara Bank launched ‘FX 4 U’, a new technology(tech) product. This product helps the users of its Internet Banking(IB) to handle forex transactions. This facility enables all the eligible individual customers to undertake remittance facilities as per the Foreign Exchange Management Act(FEMA), 1999. Once the letter of credit (LC) module is activated, the corporate customers can make and submit LC applications with documents through IB. -
Question 5 of 60
5. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho was appointed as the Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Kotak Mahindra Bank(KMB) for a period of 3 years effective from 1st January 2021 on December, 2020?
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Answer-4) Uday Kotak
Explanation:
On December 14, 2020 Reserve Bank of India(RBI) approved the reappointment of Uday Kotak as Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Kotak Mahindra Bank(KMB) for a period of 3 years effective from 1st January 2021. Uday Kotak is the founder and promoter of KMB. He had served for the past 17 years as the head of KMB. He is currently serving as the president of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for 2020-21.Incorrect
Answer-4) Uday Kotak
Explanation:
On December 14, 2020 Reserve Bank of India(RBI) approved the reappointment of Uday Kotak as Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Kotak Mahindra Bank(KMB) for a period of 3 years effective from 1st January 2021. Uday Kotak is the founder and promoter of KMB. He had served for the past 17 years as the head of KMB. He is currently serving as the president of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for 2020-21. -
Question 6 of 60
6. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhere did Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stone for First-of-its-kind world’s largest hybrid renewable energy (RE) park on December, 2020?
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Answer-4) Dhordo, Gujarat
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi undertook a visit to Dhordo in Kutch, Gujarat where he virtually laid the Foundation Stone of several development projects in the State viz. world’s largest hybrid renewable energy (RE) park, a desalination plant and a fully automated milk processing and packing plant. First-of-its-kind world’s largest hybrid RE park, spanning over 72,600 hectares (ha) of waste land with 30,000 megawatt (MW) capacity at near the India-Pakistan border in Kutch, Gujarat. This park will use both wind and solar energy.Incorrect
Answer-4) Dhordo, Gujarat
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi undertook a visit to Dhordo in Kutch, Gujarat where he virtually laid the Foundation Stone of several development projects in the State viz. world’s largest hybrid renewable energy (RE) park, a desalination plant and a fully automated milk processing and packing plant. First-of-its-kind world’s largest hybrid RE park, spanning over 72,600 hectares (ha) of waste land with 30,000 megawatt (MW) capacity at near the India-Pakistan border in Kutch, Gujarat. This park will use both wind and solar energy. -
Question 7 of 60
7. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhere is the Losar-a New Year festival celebrated every year?
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Answer-5) Ladakh
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020, Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA) celebrated the ‘Losar’ festival to mark the beginning of Ladakhi New Year. ‘Losar’ is celebrated in the 11th month of the Tibetan calendar. ‘Tarchen’ – a religious and traditional flag was hoisted to mark the beginning of the new year. ‘Losar’ started as a tradition during the rule of the 9th King of Tibet, King Jamyang Namgyal in the early 17th century.Incorrect
Answer-5) Ladakh
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020, Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA) celebrated the ‘Losar’ festival to mark the beginning of Ladakhi New Year. ‘Losar’ is celebrated in the 11th month of the Tibetan calendar. ‘Tarchen’ – a religious and traditional flag was hoisted to mark the beginning of the new year. ‘Losar’ started as a tradition during the rule of the 9th King of Tibet, King Jamyang Namgyal in the early 17th century. -
Question 8 of 60
8. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the name of the premium brand credit card jointly launched by SBI Cards and Payment Services Limited (SBI Card) and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd(BPCL) on December, 2020?
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Answer-4) BPCL SBI Card OCTANE
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020 SBI Cards and Payment Services Limited (SBI Card) and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd(BPCL) jointly launched ‘BPCL SBI Card OCTANE’, a premium co-branded credit card. The card is designed to offer maximum savings to the affluent customer segment that spends a significant amount on fuel. The cardholder can avail the benefit of the card from more than 17,000 BPCL fuel stations across India. For Fuel spends there is no minimum transaction.Incorrect
Answer-4) BPCL SBI Card OCTANE
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020 SBI Cards and Payment Services Limited (SBI Card) and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd(BPCL) jointly launched ‘BPCL SBI Card OCTANE’, a premium co-branded credit card. The card is designed to offer maximum savings to the affluent customer segment that spends a significant amount on fuel. The cardholder can avail the benefit of the card from more than 17,000 BPCL fuel stations across India. For Fuel spends there is no minimum transaction. -
Question 9 of 60
9. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Insurance company has partnered with IntrCity RailYatri to provide domestic travel Insurance cover of Rs. 5 Lakhs to bus customers who travel through IntrCity SmartBus?
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Answer-2) SBI General Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020 SBI General Insurance Company Limited has partnered with IntrCity RailYatri to provide domestic travel Insurance to bus customers who travel through IntrCity RailYatri. Under this partnership, the travel premium charges to the domestic bus travellers have been waived off, i.e., every IntrCity SmartBus traveler can avail complementary travel cover of Rs. 5 Lakhs along with the travel ticket.Incorrect
Answer-2) SBI General Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020 SBI General Insurance Company Limited has partnered with IntrCity RailYatri to provide domestic travel Insurance to bus customers who travel through IntrCity RailYatri. Under this partnership, the travel premium charges to the domestic bus travellers have been waived off, i.e., every IntrCity SmartBus traveler can avail complementary travel cover of Rs. 5 Lakhs along with the travel ticket. -
Question 10 of 60
10. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is India’s rank in the recently released “Human Development Report 2020 – The next frontier: Human Development and the Anthropocene” by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)?
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Answer-3) 131st
Explanation:
According to the “Human Development Report 2020 – The next frontier: Human Development and the Anthropocene” released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), India (score of 0.645) was ranked 131 in the list of 189 countries based on Human Development Index (HDI). Norway topped the list with a score of 0.957, the second place was grabbed by 2 countries – Ireland (0.955) and Switzerland (0.955). The report provides HDI ranks for the year 2019. India slipped two spots to 131, it ranked 129 in 2019 HDI.Incorrect
Answer-3) 131st
Explanation:
According to the “Human Development Report 2020 – The next frontier: Human Development and the Anthropocene” released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), India (score of 0.645) was ranked 131 in the list of 189 countries based on Human Development Index (HDI). Norway topped the list with a score of 0.957, the second place was grabbed by 2 countries – Ireland (0.955) and Switzerland (0.955). The report provides HDI ranks for the year 2019. India slipped two spots to 131, it ranked 129 in 2019 HDI. -
Question 11 of 60
11. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhere will be the International Hockey Federation’s (FIH), Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 conducted?
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Answer-1) Odisha, India
Explanation:
After the stupendous success of Odisha Men’s Hockey World Cup in 2018 and the scale at which it was hosted, International Hockey Federation (FIH), had announced last year that the 2023 FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup will be hosted in Odisha, for a second consecutive time, at two venues, Bhubaneswar and Rourkela.Incorrect
Answer-1) Odisha, India
Explanation:
After the stupendous success of Odisha Men’s Hockey World Cup in 2018 and the scale at which it was hosted, International Hockey Federation (FIH), had announced last year that the 2023 FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup will be hosted in Odisha, for a second consecutive time, at two venues, Bhubaneswar and Rourkela. -
Question 12 of 60
12. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the name of Digital Payment app launched by, Department of Posts (DoP) and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) on December, 2020?
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Answer-2) DakPay
Explanation:
As part of ongoing efforts to provide Digital Financial inclusion across India, the DoP and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) have virtually unveiled a new digital payment app DakPay. Its launch was announced by Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad while its logo was launched by IPPB. It allows users to create Unified Payments Interface (UPI) ID and link multiple accounts across banks through Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS).Incorrect
Answer-2) DakPay
Explanation:
As part of ongoing efforts to provide Digital Financial inclusion across India, the DoP and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) have virtually unveiled a new digital payment app DakPay. Its launch was announced by Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad while its logo was launched by IPPB. It allows users to create Unified Payments Interface (UPI) ID and link multiple accounts across banks through Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS). -
Question 13 of 60
13. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich North Eastern state did not get covered under the North Eastern Region Power System Improvement Project (NERPSIP) after received approval from Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on December, 2020?
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Answer-2) Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation:
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved the revised cost estimate of the North Eastern Region Power System Improvement Project (NERPSIP) for six states at an estimated cost of Rs 6,700 crore. The 6 states are Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura. Arunachal Pradesh is the only North-Eastern State that does not get covered under this project.Incorrect
Answer-2) Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation:
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved the revised cost estimate of the North Eastern Region Power System Improvement Project (NERPSIP) for six states at an estimated cost of Rs 6,700 crore. The 6 states are Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura. Arunachal Pradesh is the only North-Eastern State that does not get covered under this project. -
Question 14 of 60
14. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Zoo became the 1st in India to receive ISO 9001:2015 certification?
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Answer-4) Nehru Zoological Park, Telangana
Explanation:
The Nehru Zoological Park (NZP) in Hyderabad, Telangana has become the first in India to acquire ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 9001:2015 Quality Management Standards Certification from Accreditation Service for Certifying Bodies (ASCB) United Kingdom (UK) as the zoo passed the extensive documentation of every activity.Incorrect
Answer-4) Nehru Zoological Park, Telangana
Explanation:
The Nehru Zoological Park (NZP) in Hyderabad, Telangana has become the first in India to acquire ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 9001:2015 Quality Management Standards Certification from Accreditation Service for Certifying Bodies (ASCB) United Kingdom (UK) as the zoo passed the extensive documentation of every activity. -
Question 15 of 60
15. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the name of $9 billion vaccine initiative by Asian Development Bank (ADB) to help member economies to procure COVID-19 vaccine?
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Answer-4) Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX)
Explanation:
On December 11, 2020 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) launched a $9 billion vaccine initiative, the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX). This facility will help its developing member economies to procure and deliver an effective and safe coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine. APVAX uses 2 complementary components to support the vaccine access to developing Asia namely: Rapid Response Component, Project Investment Component.Incorrect
Answer-4) Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX)
Explanation:
On December 11, 2020 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) launched a $9 billion vaccine initiative, the Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX). This facility will help its developing member economies to procure and deliver an effective and safe coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine. APVAX uses 2 complementary components to support the vaccine access to developing Asia namely: Rapid Response Component, Project Investment Component. -
Question 16 of 60
16. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich bank has approved 4 Indian projects worth over $800 million on December, 2020?
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Answer-3) World Bank
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020 the World Bank has approved 4 India projects worth over $800 million. The projects will support a range of development initiatives that supports the efforts of India to rebuild itself by creating sustainable and resilient economy.
4 Projects Include:
$400 million Second Accelerating India’s COVID-19 Social Protection Response Program
$100 million Chhattisgarh Inclusive Rural and Accelerated Agriculture Growth Project (CHIRAAG)
$68 million Nagaland: Enhancing Classroom Teaching and Resources Project
$250 million Second Dam Improvement and Rehabilitation Project (DRIP-2)Incorrect
Answer-3) World Bank
Explanation:
On December 15, 2020 the World Bank has approved 4 India projects worth over $800 million. The projects will support a range of development initiatives that supports the efforts of India to rebuild itself by creating sustainable and resilient economy.
4 Projects Include:
$400 million Second Accelerating India’s COVID-19 Social Protection Response Program
$100 million Chhattisgarh Inclusive Rural and Accelerated Agriculture Growth Project (CHIRAAG)
$68 million Nagaland: Enhancing Classroom Teaching and Resources Project
$250 million Second Dam Improvement and Rehabilitation Project (DRIP-2) -
Question 17 of 60
17. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Payment processor recently partnered with YES bank to enhance salaried and YES FIRST account holders’ payment experience on December, 2020?
Correct
Answer-2) Visa
Explanation:
On December 16, 2020 YES bank partnered with Visa as a payment processor to enhance salaried and YES FIRST account holders’ payment experience. The bank has also introduced a new line of vertical Debit cards under the E-series across Mastercard and VISA cards. This launch enables customers to avail VISA-branded YES bank debit cards along with Mastercard and RuPay branded debit cards.Incorrect
Answer-2) Visa
Explanation:
On December 16, 2020 YES bank partnered with Visa as a payment processor to enhance salaried and YES FIRST account holders’ payment experience. The bank has also introduced a new line of vertical Debit cards under the E-series across Mastercard and VISA cards. This launch enables customers to avail VISA-branded YES bank debit cards along with Mastercard and RuPay branded debit cards. -
Question 18 of 60
18. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho was elected as the Vice President of Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union(ABU), one of the World’s largest broadcasting associations for a 3-year term starting from 1st January, 2021?
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Answer-3) Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Explanation:
On 16th December 2020, Shashi Shekhar Vempati, CEO of Prasar Bharati was elected as the Vice President of Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union(ABU), one of the World’s largest broadcasting associations. He will be serving for a three-year term, which starts on 1st January 2021. The election was conducted during the 57th ABU General Assembly and Associated Meeting which was conducted as a virtual event due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.Incorrect
Answer-3) Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Explanation:
On 16th December 2020, Shashi Shekhar Vempati, CEO of Prasar Bharati was elected as the Vice President of Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union(ABU), one of the World’s largest broadcasting associations. He will be serving for a three-year term, which starts on 1st January 2021. The election was conducted during the 57th ABU General Assembly and Associated Meeting which was conducted as a virtual event due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. -
Question 19 of 60
19. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Indian Entrepreneur become one of the 7 recipients of the “Young Champions of the Earth” 2020 Prize that was announced by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)?
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Answer-1) Vidyut Mohan
Explanation:
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) announced 7 recipients for the “Young Champions of the Earth” 2020 Prize, Indian Entrepreneur Vidyut Mohan featured in the list for his Social Enterprise “Takachar”. The prize is given to global change-makers who use innovative ideas and ambitious action to solve the world’s most important environmental challenges.Recipients Country Name of firm & Contribution Vidyut Mohan India (Asia and the Pacific) Takachar Harvesting Value from Agricultural waste.
Xiaoyuan Ren China (Asia and the Pacific) MyH2O A data platform that tests and records the quality of groundwater
Nzambi Matee Kenya (Africa) Gjenge Makers Low-cost construction materials from recycled plastic waste and sand
Lefteris Arapakis Greece (Europe) Enaleia Mediterranean cleanup.
Max Hidalgo Quinto Peru(Latin America and the Caribbean) YAWA Sustainable Technology for Access to Water
Niria Alicia Garcia United States of America(North America) Run4Salmon Indigenous Lead Conservation
Fatemah Alzelzela Kuwait (West Asia) Eco Star Trees for Waste
Incorrect
Answer-1) Vidyut Mohan
Explanation:
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) announced 7 recipients for the “Young Champions of the Earth” 2020 Prize, Indian Entrepreneur Vidyut Mohan featured in the list for his Social Enterprise “Takachar”. The prize is given to global change-makers who use innovative ideas and ambitious action to solve the world’s most important environmental challenges.Recipients Country Name of firm & Contribution Vidyut Mohan India (Asia and the Pacific) Takachar Harvesting Value from Agricultural waste.
Xiaoyuan Ren China (Asia and the Pacific) MyH2O A data platform that tests and records the quality of groundwater
Nzambi Matee Kenya (Africa) Gjenge Makers Low-cost construction materials from recycled plastic waste and sand
Lefteris Arapakis Greece (Europe) Enaleia Mediterranean cleanup.
Max Hidalgo Quinto Peru(Latin America and the Caribbean) YAWA Sustainable Technology for Access to Water
Niria Alicia Garcia United States of America(North America) Run4Salmon Indigenous Lead Conservation
Fatemah Alzelzela Kuwait (West Asia) Eco Star Trees for Waste
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Question 20 of 60
20. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat does ‘NE’ stand for in ‘NETRA’ a dedicated Space Situational Awareness (SSA) Control Centre recently set up by ISRO on December, 2020?
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Answer-3) Network
Explanation:
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has set up ‘NETRA’ (NEtwork for space object TRacking and Analysis) – a dedicated Space Situational Awareness (SSA) Control Centre at ISTRAC (ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network) Campus at Peenya, Bengaluru. The main objective of NETRA is to protect Indian Space Assets from Space debris close approaches and collisions. Only America, Russia and Europe have similar SSA capabilities to track space objects and share collision warnings.Incorrect
Answer-3) Network
Explanation:
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has set up ‘NETRA’ (NEtwork for space object TRacking and Analysis) – a dedicated Space Situational Awareness (SSA) Control Centre at ISTRAC (ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network) Campus at Peenya, Bengaluru. The main objective of NETRA is to protect Indian Space Assets from Space debris close approaches and collisions. Only America, Russia and Europe have similar SSA capabilities to track space objects and share collision warnings. -
Question 21 of 60
21. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the theme of the 2nd Cohort under the Regulatory Sandbox (RS) testing environment by Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?
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Answer-3) Cross Border Payments
Explanation:
After the commencement of Test Phase of First Cohort under the Regulatory Sandbox (RS) by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on November 17, 2020, now the apex bank has announced the opening of the Second Cohort on the theme of “Cross Border Payments”. The theme of the first cohort was “Retail Payments” while for third Cohort, the theme will be “MSME Lending”. This program allows the collaboration of banks, fintech and technology companies to conduct real-time experimental projects under the supervision of the RBI team.Incorrect
Answer-3) Cross Border Payments
Explanation:
After the commencement of Test Phase of First Cohort under the Regulatory Sandbox (RS) by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on November 17, 2020, now the apex bank has announced the opening of the Second Cohort on the theme of “Cross Border Payments”. The theme of the first cohort was “Retail Payments” while for third Cohort, the theme will be “MSME Lending”. This program allows the collaboration of banks, fintech and technology companies to conduct real-time experimental projects under the supervision of the RBI team. -
Question 22 of 60
22. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich finance service company has partnered with IndusInd Bank to launch its 1st metal credit card, ‘IndusInd Bank Pioneer Heritage Credit Card’?
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Answer-1) MasterCard
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020 IndusInd Bank in partnership with Mastercard launched its 1st metal credit card, ‘IndusInd Bank Pioneer Heritage Credit Card’. This Contactless Credit Card is designed to meet the needs of High-Net-Worth-Individuals (HNWIs), especially of the affluent Indian professionals and entrepreneurs. It offers a complimentary personal air accident cover of Rs 2.5 crores and insurance cover for a sum up to the credit limit on the card.Incorrect
Answer-1) MasterCard
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020 IndusInd Bank in partnership with Mastercard launched its 1st metal credit card, ‘IndusInd Bank Pioneer Heritage Credit Card’. This Contactless Credit Card is designed to meet the needs of High-Net-Worth-Individuals (HNWIs), especially of the affluent Indian professionals and entrepreneurs. It offers a complimentary personal air accident cover of Rs 2.5 crores and insurance cover for a sum up to the credit limit on the card. -
Question 23 of 60
23. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the total amount sanctioned by Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi, for 7 Capital Military hardware acquisition in December, 2020?
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Answer-3) Rs. 28000 Cr
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020, a Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) meeting was held under the Chairmanship of Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD) in New Delhi where 7 Capital Acquisition proposals regarding military hardware worth Rs. 28,000 Crore were approved. The Government has sanctioned Rs 10,994-crore project for the development of six AEW&C or AWACS Block-2 aircraft for IAF. The DAC also approved the procurement of 11 next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessels for Indian Navy (NGOPVs) worth over Rs 9,000 crore.Incorrect
Answer-3) Rs. 28000 Cr
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020, a Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) meeting was held under the Chairmanship of Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD) in New Delhi where 7 Capital Acquisition proposals regarding military hardware worth Rs. 28,000 Crore were approved. The Government has sanctioned Rs 10,994-crore project for the development of six AEW&C or AWACS Block-2 aircraft for IAF. The DAC also approved the procurement of 11 next-generation Offshore Patrol Vessels for Indian Navy (NGOPVs) worth over Rs 9,000 crore. -
Question 24 of 60
24. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the service provided by ISRO’s recently launched satellite CMS-01 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota in December, 2020?
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Answer-1) Telecommunication
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020 India’s communication satellite CMS-01 was successfully launched by Indian Space Research Organization’s (ISRO) PSLV-C50 (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. It will provide Telecom services in the Extended-C band of the Frequency spectrum. The Extended-C band coverage includes Indian mainland, Andaman-Nicobar & Lakshadweep islands. It has a mission life of 7 years and will replace GSAT-12 (Geostationary Satellite) satellite launched in 2011.Incorrect
Answer-1) Telecommunication
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020 India’s communication satellite CMS-01 was successfully launched by Indian Space Research Organization’s (ISRO) PSLV-C50 (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. It will provide Telecom services in the Extended-C band of the Frequency spectrum. The Extended-C band coverage includes Indian mainland, Andaman-Nicobar & Lakshadweep islands. It has a mission life of 7 years and will replace GSAT-12 (Geostationary Satellite) satellite launched in 2011. -
Question 25 of 60
25. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich sport was formally recognised by Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports as a Competitive sport in India, on December, 2020?
Correct
Answer-3) Yogasana
Explanation:
On 17th December, 2020 Ministry of AYUSH and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports jointly announced the formal recognition of Yogasana as a Competitive sport in India. The ministries also plan to conduct ‘National Individual Yogasana Sports Championship’ in February 2021. Yogasana will be included in Khelo India and other University games making its way for National games.Incorrect
Answer-3) Yogasana
Explanation:
On 17th December, 2020 Ministry of AYUSH and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports jointly announced the formal recognition of Yogasana as a Competitive sport in India. The ministries also plan to conduct ‘National Individual Yogasana Sports Championship’ in February 2021. Yogasana will be included in Khelo India and other University games making its way for National games. -
Question 26 of 60
26. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsOn which date the UN annually observes International Migrants Day?
Correct
Answer-2) 18th December
Explanation:
The UN’s International Migrants Day is annually observed across the globe on 18th December with an aim to ensure effective and full protection of human rights of the migrants and to spread the information on the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all migrants. The theme of 2020 International Migrants Day is “Reimagining Human Mobility”, which highlights that migration should be a choice and not a necessity.Incorrect
Answer-2) 18th December
Explanation:
The UN’s International Migrants Day is annually observed across the globe on 18th December with an aim to ensure effective and full protection of human rights of the migrants and to spread the information on the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all migrants. The theme of 2020 International Migrants Day is “Reimagining Human Mobility”, which highlights that migration should be a choice and not a necessity. -
Question 27 of 60
27. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsMinistry of Food Processing Industries signed a Joint Communique with Ministry of Tribal Affairs and also inked MoUs with 5 government entities for the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro food processing Enterprises (PM-FME) Scheme. Which bank becomes the Nodal Bank for PM-FME Scheme?
Correct
Answer-4) Union Bank of India
Explanation:
On December 18, 2020, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) signed a Joint Communique with Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) and also inked 5 Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with TRIFED, ICAR, NSFDC, NAFED and NCDC for the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro food processing Enterprises (PM-FME) Scheme. MoFPI signed an agreement with Union Bank of India as nodal bank for PM FME scheme. Union Bank of India would help in transferring the subsidy recevied from Centre and states into loan accounts.Incorrect
Answer-4) Union Bank of India
Explanation:
On December 18, 2020, Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) signed a Joint Communique with Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) and also inked 5 Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with TRIFED, ICAR, NSFDC, NAFED and NCDC for the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro food processing Enterprises (PM-FME) Scheme. MoFPI signed an agreement with Union Bank of India as nodal bank for PM FME scheme. Union Bank of India would help in transferring the subsidy recevied from Centre and states into loan accounts. -
Question 28 of 60
28. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich country became the 23rd member of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) at the 20th IORA Council of Ministers Meeting virtually hosted by UAE?
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Answer-2) France
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020, the 20th Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Council of Ministers (COM) Meeting 2020 hosted virtually by United Arab Emirates (UAE) where Indian side was represented by Vellamvelly Muraleedharan, Minister of State (MoS) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). It should be noted that the UAE is the chair of IORA for a period 2019-2021 on the theme “Promoting a Shared Destiny and Path to Prosperity in the Indian Ocean”. France became the 23rd member of the IORA. Sri Lanka will be the Vice Chair of IORA for the period 2021-23.Incorrect
Answer-2) France
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020, the 20th Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Council of Ministers (COM) Meeting 2020 hosted virtually by United Arab Emirates (UAE) where Indian side was represented by Vellamvelly Muraleedharan, Minister of State (MoS) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). It should be noted that the UAE is the chair of IORA for a period 2019-2021 on the theme “Promoting a Shared Destiny and Path to Prosperity in the Indian Ocean”. France became the 23rd member of the IORA. Sri Lanka will be the Vice Chair of IORA for the period 2021-23. -
Question 29 of 60
29. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsReserve Bank of India (RBI) amended the Master Direction by extending the applicability of centralized KYC registry to legal entities (LEs), from individual accounts with effect from ______, on December 2020.
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Answer-3) April 1, 2021
Explanation:
On December 18, 2020, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has amended the Master Direction (MD) on “Know Your Customer (KYC)”, dated February 25, 2016, by extending the applicability of centralized KYC registry to legal entities (LEs), from individual accounts w.e.f. April 1, 2021. Since 2017, banks, non-banks, and other entities regulated by RBI have been uploading the KYC data of individual accounts opened on or after 1 January 2017 on to the centralized KYC registry (CKYCR).Incorrect
Answer-3) April 1, 2021
Explanation:
On December 18, 2020, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has amended the Master Direction (MD) on “Know Your Customer (KYC)”, dated February 25, 2016, by extending the applicability of centralized KYC registry to legal entities (LEs), from individual accounts w.e.f. April 1, 2021. Since 2017, banks, non-banks, and other entities regulated by RBI have been uploading the KYC data of individual accounts opened on or after 1 January 2017 on to the centralized KYC registry (CKYCR). -
Question 30 of 60
30. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich cardholders will be benefited by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) Pilot program on the Contactless (Offline) feature for retail payments?
Correct
Answer-5) RuPay
Explanation:
On December 16 2020 National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced RuPay Contactless (Offline) feature, that also provides reloadable wallets within RuPay Card, for daily transit payments. NPCI has also introduced RuPay Contactless (Offline) feature for retail payments on pilot basis. All these additional features will expand the total transaction experience for Rupay cardholders and also transform the overall card payment ecosystem.Incorrect
Answer-5) RuPay
Explanation:
On December 16 2020 National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced RuPay Contactless (Offline) feature, that also provides reloadable wallets within RuPay Card, for daily transit payments. NPCI has also introduced RuPay Contactless (Offline) feature for retail payments on pilot basis. All these additional features will expand the total transaction experience for Rupay cardholders and also transform the overall card payment ecosystem. -
Question 31 of 60
31. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich state has signed an MoU with British Council to increase bilateral cooperation in higher education sector, on December, 2020?
Correct
Answer-1) Karnataka
Explanation:
On 17th December, 2020 Dominic Raab visited Bengaluru to meet the Chief Minister of Karnataka, B. S. Yediyurappa. They signed multiple Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with the state. Karnataka State Higher Education Council (KSHEC) & British Council signed an 1st-its-kind, 3-years MoU to increase bilateral cooperation in higher education sector. o aid mobility of students & faculty exchange across Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Karnataka and UK. To enhance research & support internationalisation of HEIs.Incorrect
Answer-1) Karnataka
Explanation:
On 17th December, 2020 Dominic Raab visited Bengaluru to meet the Chief Minister of Karnataka, B. S. Yediyurappa. They signed multiple Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with the state. Karnataka State Higher Education Council (KSHEC) & British Council signed an 1st-its-kind, 3-years MoU to increase bilateral cooperation in higher education sector. o aid mobility of students & faculty exchange across Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Karnataka and UK. To enhance research & support internationalisation of HEIs. -
Question 32 of 60
32. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is India’s rank in 6th ‘Human Freedom Index 2020: A Global Measurement of Personal, Civil, and Economic Freedom’ report released by Cato Institute of United States & Fraser Institute, Canada?
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Answer-1) 111
Explanation:
According to the ‘Human Freedom Index 2020: A Global Measurement of Personal, Civil, and Economic Freedom’ – 6th Annual Report released by Cato Institute of United States & Fraser Institute in Canada, India (overall score of 6.43) ranked 111 in the list of 162 countries. New Zealand (score – 8.87) topped the index followed by Switzerland (score – 8.82) & Hong Kong (score – 8.74). It was prepared by Ian Vásquez and Fred McMahon. India was ranked 94 on the HFI 2019.Incorrect
Answer-1) 111
Explanation:
According to the ‘Human Freedom Index 2020: A Global Measurement of Personal, Civil, and Economic Freedom’ – 6th Annual Report released by Cato Institute of United States & Fraser Institute in Canada, India (overall score of 6.43) ranked 111 in the list of 162 countries. New Zealand (score – 8.87) topped the index followed by Switzerland (score – 8.82) & Hong Kong (score – 8.74). It was prepared by Ian Vásquez and Fred McMahon. India was ranked 94 on the HFI 2019. -
Question 33 of 60
33. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the name of India’s first Indigenously developed Air-to-Air Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missile that was handed over to Indian Air Force by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh?
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Answer-3) Astra MK-I Missile
Explanation:
On December 18, 2020, Union Minister for Defence, Rajnath Singh handed over 3 New Indigenous Systems – Border Surveillance System (BOSS), Indian Maritime Situational Awareness System (IMSAS) & ASTRA MK-I Missile all developed by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) to the Chiefs of 3 Armed Forces – Indian Navy, Indian Air Force (IAF) & Indian Army at a function held in DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi.
ASTRA Mk-I is a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missile capable of being launched from Sukhoi-30, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), Mig-29 & Mig-29K. It is the 1st Air-to-Air missile developed by India.Incorrect
Answer-3) Astra MK-I Missile
Explanation:
On December 18, 2020, Union Minister for Defence, Rajnath Singh handed over 3 New Indigenous Systems – Border Surveillance System (BOSS), Indian Maritime Situational Awareness System (IMSAS) & ASTRA MK-I Missile all developed by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) to the Chiefs of 3 Armed Forces – Indian Navy, Indian Air Force (IAF) & Indian Army at a function held in DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi.
ASTRA Mk-I is a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Missile capable of being launched from Sukhoi-30, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), Mig-29 & Mig-29K. It is the 1st Air-to-Air missile developed by India. -
Question 34 of 60
34. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsVP Venkaiah Naidu Released “Oh, Mizoram”, Book of English Poems by Governor of Mizoram. Who is Governor of Mizoram?
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Answer-3) Shri P.S. Sreedharan Pillai
Explanation:
On 18th December 2020, M Venkaiah Naidu, Vice President of India virtually released the book titled “Oh, Mizoram”, a collection of poems written by P S Sreedharan Pillai, the Governor of Mizoram. The book is published by Indus Scrolls Press.Incorrect
Answer-3) Shri P.S. Sreedharan Pillai
Explanation:
On 18th December 2020, M Venkaiah Naidu, Vice President of India virtually released the book titled “Oh, Mizoram”, a collection of poems written by P S Sreedharan Pillai, the Governor of Mizoram. The book is published by Indus Scrolls Press. -
Question 35 of 60
35. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhere did India Smart Grid Forum (ISGF), Power Ledger & Abajyon Consulting launched South Asia’s 1st blockchain-enabled Peer to Peer (P2P) Trading Platform for Rooftop Solar Power Producers?
Correct
Answer-2) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020, Uttar Pradesh (UP) launched India, South Asia’s 1st blockchain-enabled Peer to Peer (P2P) Trading Platform for Rooftop Solar Power Producers in Lucknow, UP. The Pilot project will be implemented by India Smart Grid Forum (ISGF), Power Ledger (Australia based Blockchain technology partner) & Abajyon Consulting. The platform will also be used to set prices, track energy trading in real time & enable settlement of surplus solar energy transactions.Incorrect
Answer-2) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
On December 17, 2020, Uttar Pradesh (UP) launched India, South Asia’s 1st blockchain-enabled Peer to Peer (P2P) Trading Platform for Rooftop Solar Power Producers in Lucknow, UP. The Pilot project will be implemented by India Smart Grid Forum (ISGF), Power Ledger (Australia based Blockchain technology partner) & Abajyon Consulting. The platform will also be used to set prices, track energy trading in real time & enable settlement of surplus solar energy transactions. -
Question 36 of 60
36. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich bank partnered with IIFL (India Infoline Limited) Home Finance Ltd, to provide affordable housing and MSME loans on December, 2020?
Correct
Answer-2) ICICI Bank
Explanation:
On December 19, 2020, IIFL (formerly India Infoline Limited) Home Finance Ltd, the subsidiary of IIFL Finance has joined hands with ICICI (Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation of India) Bank for sourcing and servicing arrangement to provide affordable housing and MSME (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) loans.Incorrect
Answer-2) ICICI Bank
Explanation:
On December 19, 2020, IIFL (formerly India Infoline Limited) Home Finance Ltd, the subsidiary of IIFL Finance has joined hands with ICICI (Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation of India) Bank for sourcing and servicing arrangement to provide affordable housing and MSME (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) loans. -
Question 37 of 60
37. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Bank approved USD 231 million (Rs. 1,701 cr) as loan for the construction of the Lower Kopili Hydroelectric Power (LKHEP) plant in Central Assam on December, 2020?
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Answer-5) Asian Development Bank
Explanation:
On December 19, 2020 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $231 million (Rs 1, 701 core) loan to construct the Lower Kopili Hydroelectric Power (LKHEP) plant in Central Assam, India. This loan is the 3rd and largest tranche of the $300 million (about Rs 2,200 crore) Assam Power Sector Investment Program that was approved by ADB in 2014. This will finance the community-based disaster recovery efforts and resource management.Incorrect
Answer-5) Asian Development Bank
Explanation:
On December 19, 2020 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $231 million (Rs 1, 701 core) loan to construct the Lower Kopili Hydroelectric Power (LKHEP) plant in Central Assam, India. This loan is the 3rd and largest tranche of the $300 million (about Rs 2,200 crore) Assam Power Sector Investment Program that was approved by ADB in 2014. This will finance the community-based disaster recovery efforts and resource management. -
Question 38 of 60
38. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich organisation virtually signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently with Indian Navy to share information on Ocean services and field expertise on December, 2020?
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Answer-2) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)
Explanation:
On December 18, 2020, a virtual Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Indian Navy (IN) and Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) under the administrative control of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India on sharing of ocean services, data, and expertise in the field of operational oceanography.Incorrect
Answer-2) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)
Explanation:
On December 18, 2020, a virtual Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Indian Navy (IN) and Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) under the administrative control of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India on sharing of ocean services, data, and expertise in the field of operational oceanography. -
Question 39 of 60
39. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho received the ASSOCHAM Enterprise of the Century Award from PM Narendra Modi on the occasion of 5-day virtual event “ASSOCHAM Foundation Week 2020” celebration on December, 2020?
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Answer-2) Ratan Tata
Explanation:
The Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) Foundation Day 2020 was commemorated on December 12, 2020. To mark this occasion, the chamber organized a 5-day virtual event “ASSOCHAM Foundation Week 2020” from 15th to 19th December 2020 on the theme “India’s resilience: Aatmanirbhar roadmap towards a US$5 trillion economy”. During the occasion, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi delivered the keynote address via video conferencing and also presented “ASSOCHAM Enterprise of the Century Award” to Ratan Tata, who received the award on behalf of the TATA Group.Incorrect
Answer-2) Ratan Tata
Explanation:
The Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) Foundation Day 2020 was commemorated on December 12, 2020. To mark this occasion, the chamber organized a 5-day virtual event “ASSOCHAM Foundation Week 2020” from 15th to 19th December 2020 on the theme “India’s resilience: Aatmanirbhar roadmap towards a US$5 trillion economy”. During the occasion, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi delivered the keynote address via video conferencing and also presented “ASSOCHAM Enterprise of the Century Award” to Ratan Tata, who received the award on behalf of the TATA Group. -
Question 40 of 60
40. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is India’s rank in the EODB 2020 report released by the World Bank on December, 2020?
Correct
Answer-2) 63
Explanation:
The World Bank (WB) has released the updated the Ease of Doing Business(EODB) 2018 & EODB 2020 reports after correcting the data irregularities submitted by 4 countries – China, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia & Azerbaijan. India Ranked 63 in the 17th edition of WB report ‘Ease of Doing Business 2020-Comparing Business Regulation in 190 Economies’ report remains unchanged.Incorrect
Answer-2) 63
Explanation:
The World Bank (WB) has released the updated the Ease of Doing Business(EODB) 2018 & EODB 2020 reports after correcting the data irregularities submitted by 4 countries – China, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia & Azerbaijan. India Ranked 63 in the 17th edition of WB report ‘Ease of Doing Business 2020-Comparing Business Regulation in 190 Economies’ report remains unchanged. -
Question 41 of 60
41. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhere is Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex located, in which India’s first advanced Hypersonic Wind Tunnel (HWT) test facility was inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh?
Correct
Answer-1) Hyderabad
Explanation:
On December 19-20, 2020, Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD) visited Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO’s) Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in Hyderabad, Telangana. He was accompanied by Union Minister of State (MoS) Gangapuram Kishan Reddy, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and G Satheesh Reddy, DRDO Chairman. With this, India becomes the 3rd country to have such a large facility in terms of size and operating capability after the USA (United States of America) and Russia. Rajnath Singh inaugurated India’s first advanced Hypersonic Wind Tunnel (HWT) test facility.Incorrect
Answer-1) Hyderabad
Explanation:
On December 19-20, 2020, Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD) visited Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO’s) Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in Hyderabad, Telangana. He was accompanied by Union Minister of State (MoS) Gangapuram Kishan Reddy, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and G Satheesh Reddy, DRDO Chairman. With this, India becomes the 3rd country to have such a large facility in terms of size and operating capability after the USA (United States of America) and Russia. Rajnath Singh inaugurated India’s first advanced Hypersonic Wind Tunnel (HWT) test facility. -
Question 42 of 60
42. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich one of the sport is NOT among the 4 Indigenous Games that were recently added to be a part of 4th Edition Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) in 2021 at Panchkula, Haryana?
Correct
Answer-4) Varma kalai
Explanation:
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has approved the inclusion of 4 Indigenous Games – Gatka, Kalaripayattu, Thang-Ta and Mallakhamba as part of 4th Edition Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) in 2021 set to take place at Panchkula, Haryana. The inclusion will help in preservation, promotion and popularization of these games. Along with the 4 games, Yogasana will also be a part of the Khelo India Youth Games 2021.Incorrect
Answer-4) Varma kalai
Explanation:
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has approved the inclusion of 4 Indigenous Games – Gatka, Kalaripayattu, Thang-Ta and Mallakhamba as part of 4th Edition Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) in 2021 set to take place at Panchkula, Haryana. The inclusion will help in preservation, promotion and popularization of these games. Along with the 4 games, Yogasana will also be a part of the Khelo India Youth Games 2021. -
Question 43 of 60
43. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhere is Asia’s Deepest Gas Field ‘R-cluster’, the 1st operational project of the 3 deep-water gas projects by Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), BP (The British Petroleum Company) located?
Correct
Answer-3) Krishna-Godavari River Basin
Explanation:
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), BP (formerly known as The British Petroleum Company plc) have commenced Gas production from Asia’s Deepest Gas Field ‘R-cluster’ situated in the KG-D6 block, Krishna-Godavari basin of the Bay of Bengal (eastern coast of India). The gas reserve is located at a water depth of greater than 2, 000 meters, making it the deepest offshore gas field in Asia. ‘R-cluster’ is the 1st operational project of the 3 deep-water gas projects that RIL & BP are developing together in the KG-D6 block. The other two projects are Satellites Cluster & MJ Field.Incorrect
Answer-3) Krishna-Godavari River Basin
Explanation:
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), BP (formerly known as The British Petroleum Company plc) have commenced Gas production from Asia’s Deepest Gas Field ‘R-cluster’ situated in the KG-D6 block, Krishna-Godavari basin of the Bay of Bengal (eastern coast of India). The gas reserve is located at a water depth of greater than 2, 000 meters, making it the deepest offshore gas field in Asia. ‘R-cluster’ is the 1st operational project of the 3 deep-water gas projects that RIL & BP are developing together in the KG-D6 block. The other two projects are Satellites Cluster & MJ Field. -
Question 44 of 60
44. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Bank recently launched its ‘RuPay Select’ contactless debit card in association with National Payments Corporation of India(NPCI) on December, 2020?
Correct
Answer-5) Central Bank of India
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020, the occasion of Central Bank of India’s 110th foundation day, the bank in association with National Payments Corporation of India(NPCI) launched ‘RuPay Select’, a unique variant of contactless debit card. It is the bank’s one-of-its-kind health & wellness focused card. On this occasion, the Central Bank of India also launched FASTAG (for electronic toll collection) in association with OSTA. Cardholders can avail complimentary membership and concessional access to golf courses, gyms, spas and restaurants.Incorrect
Answer-5) Central Bank of India
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020, the occasion of Central Bank of India’s 110th foundation day, the bank in association with National Payments Corporation of India(NPCI) launched ‘RuPay Select’, a unique variant of contactless debit card. It is the bank’s one-of-its-kind health & wellness focused card. On this occasion, the Central Bank of India also launched FASTAG (for electronic toll collection) in association with OSTA. Cardholders can avail complimentary membership and concessional access to golf courses, gyms, spas and restaurants. -
Question 45 of 60
45. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat is the name of package for which a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Bank of Baroda with Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard and renewed its existing MoU with the Indian Army?
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Answer-4) Baroda Military Salary Package
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020 Bank of Baroda(BoB) to offer special customized banking services through ‘Baroda Military Salary Package’ has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard and renewed its existing MoU with the Indian Army. This package was also presented to the Indian Air Force. The bank has covered all 4 Armed Forces under the Ministry of Defence. A similar package was also introduced to Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) by the bank.Incorrect
Answer-4) Baroda Military Salary Package
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020 Bank of Baroda(BoB) to offer special customized banking services through ‘Baroda Military Salary Package’ has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard and renewed its existing MoU with the Indian Army. This package was also presented to the Indian Air Force. The bank has covered all 4 Armed Forces under the Ministry of Defence. A similar package was also introduced to Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) by the bank. -
Question 46 of 60
46. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhat was India’s Gross Domestic Product(GDP) projection for FY 2021, which is forecasted by National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) in the ‘2020-21 Mid-Year Review of the Indian Economy’ report on December 2020?
Correct
Answer-2) –7.3%
Explanation:
On December 22, 2020 The ‘2020-21 Mid-Year Review of the Indian Economy’ of National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) has forecasted that India’s Gross Domestic Product(GDP) in FY21 will contract by 7.3%(-7.3%) from -12.6% estimated in September 2020 with anticipation that the economy will register marginal growth in the December quarter.Incorrect
Answer-2) –7.3%
Explanation:
On December 22, 2020 The ‘2020-21 Mid-Year Review of the Indian Economy’ of National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) has forecasted that India’s Gross Domestic Product(GDP) in FY21 will contract by 7.3%(-7.3%) from -12.6% estimated in September 2020 with anticipation that the economy will register marginal growth in the December quarter. -
Question 47 of 60
47. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich organisation signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), Ministry of Jal Shakti for the use of High-Resolution Aquifer Mapping & Management in Arid Region of North-Western India, on December 2020?
Correct
Answer-4) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI)
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020, a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed between Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), Ministry of Jal Shakti and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) headquartered in Hyderabad (Telangana) for use of advanced heliborne geophysical survey and other scientific studies in parts of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Haryana under the Aquifer Mapping Programme.Incorrect
Answer-4) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI)
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020, a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed between Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), Ministry of Jal Shakti and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) headquartered in Hyderabad (Telangana) for use of advanced heliborne geophysical survey and other scientific studies in parts of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Haryana under the Aquifer Mapping Programme. -
Question 48 of 60
48. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Indian organisation signed an MoU with Vietnam National Cancer Hospital to collaborate in research and health care service to treat Cancer patients?
Correct
Answer-1) Tata Memorial Centre
Explanation:
India-Vietnam signed 7 MoUs (Memorandum of Understandings) and also set forth the Joint Vision for Peace, Prosperity and People to guide the future development of India – Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. One of them was to promote exchanges in the areas of training and scientific research, health care services, collaboration in diagnosis and treatment for cancer patients, a MoU was inked between Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) and Vietnam National Cancer Hospital.Incorrect
Answer-1) Tata Memorial Centre
Explanation:
India-Vietnam signed 7 MoUs (Memorandum of Understandings) and also set forth the Joint Vision for Peace, Prosperity and People to guide the future development of India – Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. One of them was to promote exchanges in the areas of training and scientific research, health care services, collaboration in diagnosis and treatment for cancer patients, a MoU was inked between Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) and Vietnam National Cancer Hospital. -
Question 49 of 60
49. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho was recently honoured with ‘Legion of Merit’ (Degree: Chief Commander) by US President Donald Trump on December, 2020?
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Answer-3) Narendra Modi
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020, United States (US) President, Donald Trump conferred the ‘Legion of Merit’ (Degree: Chief Commander) to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Advancement of India-US strategic partnership & steadfast leadership and vision for India’s Emergence as a Global power. The Honor was also bestowed upon Scott Morrison, Prime Minister of Australia & Former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe.Incorrect
Answer-3) Narendra Modi
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020, United States (US) President, Donald Trump conferred the ‘Legion of Merit’ (Degree: Chief Commander) to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Advancement of India-US strategic partnership & steadfast leadership and vision for India’s Emergence as a Global power. The Honor was also bestowed upon Scott Morrison, Prime Minister of Australia & Former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe. -
Question 50 of 60
50. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich state has highest number of Leopards as per the ‘Status of Leopards in India, 2018’ report released by Union Minister Prakash Javadekar, that recorded India’s 60 % jump in Leopard population compared to 2014?
Correct
Answer-5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020, Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC), Prakash Javadekar released the ‘Status of Leopards in India, 2018’ report. The report states that India has recorded a 60% rise in Leopard population across the country and it now has 12, 852 Leopards. The states Madhya Pradesh (3, 421), Karnataka (1, 783) & Maharashtra (1, 690) recorded the most number of leopards.Incorrect
Answer-5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
On December 21, 2020, Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC), Prakash Javadekar released the ‘Status of Leopards in India, 2018’ report. The report states that India has recorded a 60% rise in Leopard population across the country and it now has 12, 852 Leopards. The states Madhya Pradesh (3, 421), Karnataka (1, 783) & Maharashtra (1, 690) recorded the most number of leopards. -
Question 51 of 60
51. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhere will the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 26) take place?
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Answer-4) Glasgow, United Kingdom
Explanation:
This summit also regarded as a “sprint to Glasgow” as the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 26) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is scheduled to take place from 1–12 November 2021 in Glasgow, Scotland. It will be hosted by the UK in partnership with Italy.Incorrect
Answer-4) Glasgow, United Kingdom
Explanation:
This summit also regarded as a “sprint to Glasgow” as the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 26) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is scheduled to take place from 1–12 November 2021 in Glasgow, Scotland. It will be hosted by the UK in partnership with Italy. -
Question 52 of 60
52. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKBangladesh began relocating the Myanmar’s Rohingya refugees to _____ on December, 2020.
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Answer- 4) Bhasan Char Island
Explanation:
Amid concerns being raised about safety and consent of refugees, Bangladesh has begun moving Rohingya families from refugee camps near Ukhia in Cox’s Bazar district of Bangladesh to Bhasan Char – an island formed from a build-up of silt in the Bay of Bengal only 20 years ago.Incorrect
Answer- 4) Bhasan Char Island
Explanation:
Amid concerns being raised about safety and consent of refugees, Bangladesh has begun moving Rohingya families from refugee camps near Ukhia in Cox’s Bazar district of Bangladesh to Bhasan Char – an island formed from a build-up of silt in the Bay of Bengal only 20 years ago. -
Question 53 of 60
53. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhere is the headquarters of International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) located?
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Answer-5) Gland, Switzerland
Explanation:
The headquarters of International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) located at Gland, Switzerland.Incorrect
Answer-5) Gland, Switzerland
Explanation:
The headquarters of International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) located at Gland, Switzerland. -
Question 54 of 60
54. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhere is Dehing Patkai Elephant Reserve located?
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Answer-1) Assam
Explanation:
A special team of experts set up by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change will visit the Dehing Patkai Elephant Reserve, Assam on 15 or 16 December to investigate the recent incidents of elephants dying from Anthrax.Incorrect
Answer-1) Assam
Explanation:
A special team of experts set up by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change will visit the Dehing Patkai Elephant Reserve, Assam on 15 or 16 December to investigate the recent incidents of elephants dying from Anthrax. -
Question 55 of 60
55. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhere is the Headquarters of World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) located?
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Answer-1) Montreal, Canada
Explanation:
The Headquarters of World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) located at Montreal, Canada.Incorrect
Answer-1) Montreal, Canada
Explanation:
The Headquarters of World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) located at Montreal, Canada. -
Question 56 of 60
56. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhich Wildlife Sanctuary contains Dajipur Sanctuary, Maharashtra as a part of it?
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Answer-5) Radhanagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Explanation:
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray announced that 25 crore rupees will be provided in the first phase for the development of Dajipur Sanctuary, which is part of the Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary in Kolhapur district.Incorrect
Answer-5) Radhanagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Explanation:
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray announced that 25 crore rupees will be provided in the first phase for the development of Dajipur Sanctuary, which is part of the Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary in Kolhapur district. -
Question 57 of 60
57. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhere is Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium located?
Correct
Answer-3) New Delhi
Explanation:
In a bid to popularise the sport of Squash, the Government of India has sanctioned the construction of six new courts at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. The venue, which had hosted the inaugural Asian Games in 1951, is known for its hockey facility and now squash will be part of the complex.Incorrect
Answer-3) New Delhi
Explanation:
In a bid to popularise the sport of Squash, the Government of India has sanctioned the construction of six new courts at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. The venue, which had hosted the inaugural Asian Games in 1951, is known for its hockey facility and now squash will be part of the complex. -
Question 58 of 60
58. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhere is Kilauea volcano located?
Correct
Answer-1) Hawaii
Explanation:
Kīlauea is an active shield volcano in the Hawaiian Islands. Historically, Kīlauea is the most active of the five volcanoes that together form the island of Hawaii.Incorrect
Answer-1) Hawaii
Explanation:
Kīlauea is an active shield volcano in the Hawaiian Islands. Historically, Kīlauea is the most active of the five volcanoes that together form the island of Hawaii. -
Question 59 of 60
59. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKIn which state does the world heritage site Bodh Gaya located?
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Answer-3) Bihar
Explanation:
Bodh Gaya is a village in the northeast Indian state of Bihar. Considered one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites, it’s dominated by the ancient brick Mahabodhi Temple Complex, built to mark the site where the Buddha attained enlightenment beneath a sacred Bodhi Tree.Incorrect
Answer-3) Bihar
Explanation:
Bodh Gaya is a village in the northeast Indian state of Bihar. Considered one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites, it’s dominated by the ancient brick Mahabodhi Temple Complex, built to mark the site where the Buddha attained enlightenment beneath a sacred Bodhi Tree. -
Question 60 of 60
60. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhich is the capital of Vietnam?
Correct
Answer-5) Hanoi
Explanation:
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences.Incorrect
Answer-5) Hanoi
Explanation:
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences.
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