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Question 1 of 50
1. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Indian university, which signed MoU with the Indian Air Force (IAF) to establish the chair of excellence named “Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Chair of Excellence” (Feb 2020).
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Answer – 2) Savitribai Phule Pune University
Explanation:
Indian Air Force (IAF) and Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) signed a MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) to establish a Chair of Excellence named “Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Chair of Excellence” at Department of Defense & Strategic Studies at Pune, Maharashtra.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Savitribai Phule Pune University
Explanation:
Indian Air Force (IAF) and Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) signed a MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) to establish a Chair of Excellence named “Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Chair of Excellence” at Department of Defense & Strategic Studies at Pune, Maharashtra. -
Question 2 of 50
2. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsMuhyiddin bin Haji Muhammad Yassin has been appointed as the Prime Minister of which of the following country (March 2020)?
Correct
Answer – 5) Malaysia
Explanation:
The Muhyiddin bin Haji Muhammad Yassin (former deputy PM) took oath of office as Malaysia’s 8th Prime Minister(PM) at National Palace in Kuala Lumpur. He is from Malaysian United Indigenous Party, Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (PPBM). He succeeds 94-year-old Mahathir bin Mohamad, who abruptly resigned & was in office since the general elections 2018.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Malaysia
Explanation:
The Muhyiddin bin Haji Muhammad Yassin (former deputy PM) took oath of office as Malaysia’s 8th Prime Minister(PM) at National Palace in Kuala Lumpur. He is from Malaysian United Indigenous Party, Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (PPBM). He succeeds 94-year-old Mahathir bin Mohamad, who abruptly resigned & was in office since the general elections 2018. -
Question 3 of 50
3. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the person, who has been honored with Dr. Syama Prasad Mukherjee Award for Politics in Swarajya Awards 2020.
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Answer – 4) Sarbananda Sonowal
Explanation:
Assam’s Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal was honoured with Swarajya Awards 2020 under the category, Dr. Syama Prasad Mukherjee Award for Politics at the 6th India Ideas Conclave at Tent City Narmada in Gujarat. The award is instituted by India Foundation & Indic Academy. He received the award for his work in integrating the nation, & to take Mukherjee’s vision & philosophy forward.
Winners ListAwardee Category Field Sarbananda Sonowal Dr S P Mukherjee Award Politics K Parasaran Sree Narayana Guru Award Social Work Bharatbala Ustad Bismillah Khan Award Culture N K Singh Dr B R Shenoy Award Economics Incorrect
Answer – 4) Sarbananda Sonowal
Explanation:
Assam’s Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal was honoured with Swarajya Awards 2020 under the category, Dr. Syama Prasad Mukherjee Award for Politics at the 6th India Ideas Conclave at Tent City Narmada in Gujarat. The award is instituted by India Foundation & Indic Academy. He received the award for his work in integrating the nation, & to take Mukherjee’s vision & philosophy forward.
Winners ListAwardee Category Field Sarbananda Sonowal Dr S P Mukherjee Award Politics K Parasaran Sree Narayana Guru Award Social Work Bharatbala Ustad Bismillah Khan Award Culture N K Singh Dr B R Shenoy Award Economics -
Question 4 of 50
4. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho won the 27th edition of Mexican Open (Abierto Mexicano Telcel) held between February 24-29, 2020 in Men’s singles Category?
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Answer – 4) Rafael Nadal (Spain)
Explanation:
The 2020 Mexican Open (27th edition) officially known as Abierto Mexicano Telcel (AMT) presentado por HSBC (Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation), a lawn tennis tournament was held at Acapulco, Mexico between 24 and 29 February 2020. It was played on Outdoor Hard Court Surface. Rafael Nadal wins the Mexican open tournament for the 3rd time and it is his 85th ATP title overall (Men’s singles category).2020 Mexican Open Winners Category Winner Runner Up Men’s Singles Rafael Nadal Parera (Spain) Taylor Harry Fritz (America) Women’s Singles Heather Miriam Watson (United Kingdom) Leylah Annie Fernandez (Canada) Men’s Doubles Łukasz Kubot (Poland) & Marcelo Pinheiro Davi de Melo (Brazil) Juan Sebastian Cabal Valdes (Colombo) & Robert Charbel Farah Maksoud (Colombo) Women’s Doubles Desirae Marie Krawczyk (America) & Giuliana Marion Olmos Dick (Mexico) Kateryna Volodymyrivna Bondarenko (Ukraine) & Sharon Fichman (Canada) Incorrect
Answer – 4) Rafael Nadal (Spain)
Explanation:
The 2020 Mexican Open (27th edition) officially known as Abierto Mexicano Telcel (AMT) presentado por HSBC (Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation), a lawn tennis tournament was held at Acapulco, Mexico between 24 and 29 February 2020. It was played on Outdoor Hard Court Surface. Rafael Nadal wins the Mexican open tournament for the 3rd time and it is his 85th ATP title overall (Men’s singles category).2020 Mexican Open Winners Category Winner Runner Up Men’s Singles Rafael Nadal Parera (Spain) Taylor Harry Fritz (America) Women’s Singles Heather Miriam Watson (United Kingdom) Leylah Annie Fernandez (Canada) Men’s Doubles Łukasz Kubot (Poland) & Marcelo Pinheiro Davi de Melo (Brazil) Juan Sebastian Cabal Valdes (Colombo) & Robert Charbel Farah Maksoud (Colombo) Women’s Doubles Desirae Marie Krawczyk (America) & Giuliana Marion Olmos Dick (Mexico) Kateryna Volodymyrivna Bondarenko (Ukraine) & Sharon Fichman (Canada) -
Question 5 of 50
5. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsJoginder Singh Saini who passed away recently (March 2020) is a _________.
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Answer – 4) Athletics Coach
Explanation:
Senior athletics coach & Dronacharya awardee Joginder Singh Saini, who trained some of India’s finest track and field stars, passed away at the age of 90, in Patiala, Punjab, due to age related problems. He served as the chief national athletics coach for many years from the year 1970 to 1990.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Athletics Coach
Explanation:
Senior athletics coach & Dronacharya awardee Joginder Singh Saini, who trained some of India’s finest track and field stars, passed away at the age of 90, in Patiala, Punjab, due to age related problems. He served as the chief national athletics coach for many years from the year 1970 to 1990. -
Question 6 of 50
6. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsThe theme for Zero Discrimination Day 2020 is ‘Zero Discrimination against Women & Girls’. The Zero Discrimination Day is observed annually on _______.
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Answer – 2) March 1
Explanation:
Zero Discrimination is celebrated annually on March 1 to challenge the discrimination faced by women & girls, to raise awareness & mobilize action to promote equality & empowerment for women & girls. The theme for 2020 is “Zero Discrimination against Women & Girls”. The symbol for this day is Butterfly.Incorrect
Answer – 2) March 1
Explanation:
Zero Discrimination is celebrated annually on March 1 to challenge the discrimination faced by women & girls, to raise awareness & mobilize action to promote equality & empowerment for women & girls. The theme for 2020 is “Zero Discrimination against Women & Girls”. The symbol for this day is Butterfly. -
Question 7 of 50
7. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Indian digital payment platform’s subsidiary has received the Brokerage License from Insurance Regulatory and Authority of India (IRDAI)?
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Answer – 3) Paytm
Explanation:
Indian digital payments platform Paytm’s subsidiary, Paytm Insurance Broking, has received the brokerage licence from the Insurance Regulatory and Authority of India (IRDAI).Incorrect
Answer – 3) Paytm
Explanation:
Indian digital payments platform Paytm’s subsidiary, Paytm Insurance Broking, has received the brokerage licence from the Insurance Regulatory and Authority of India (IRDAI). -
Question 8 of 50
8. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsRecently (March 2020) State Bank of India (SBI) has switched to CBBA method from “Projected Balance Sheet (PBS)” method of Fund Based Working Capital (FBWC) limits for assessment of the working capital requirement for corporates or large advances. The ‘C’ in CBBA denotes?
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Answer – 5) Cash
Explanation:
State Bank of India (SBI) has switched to “Cash Budget Based Assessment (CBBA)” from “Projected Balance Sheet (PBS)” method of Fund Based Working Capital (FBWC) limits for assessment of the working capital requirement for corporates or large advances. CBBA of limits has been initiated for assessment of the FBWC limits for units with total FBWC exposure of more than ₹50 crores from the banking system.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Cash
Explanation:
State Bank of India (SBI) has switched to “Cash Budget Based Assessment (CBBA)” from “Projected Balance Sheet (PBS)” method of Fund Based Working Capital (FBWC) limits for assessment of the working capital requirement for corporates or large advances. CBBA of limits has been initiated for assessment of the FBWC limits for units with total FBWC exposure of more than ₹50 crores from the banking system. -
Question 9 of 50
9. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsAs per the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD) report titled “OECD Interim Economic Assessment Coronavirus: The world economy at risk”, What is the estimated growth rate (GDP) of India for the year 2020?
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Answer –3) 5.1%
Explanation:
Global agency Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in its report titled “OECD Interim Economic Assessment Coronavirus: The world economy at risk” has trimmed India’s real GDP (Gross Domestic Product) growth forecast to 5.1% from the earlier projection of 6.2% for 2020 due to the impact of deadly coronavirus (COVID-19) on the domestic as well as the global economy. For 2021, India’s real GDP growth is projected at 5.6% from the earlier forcast of 6.4%. Fitch has lowered the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of India for the Fiscal Year 20 (FY20) from 5.1% to 4.9%.Incorrect
Answer –3) 5.1%
Explanation:
Global agency Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in its report titled “OECD Interim Economic Assessment Coronavirus: The world economy at risk” has trimmed India’s real GDP (Gross Domestic Product) growth forecast to 5.1% from the earlier projection of 6.2% for 2020 due to the impact of deadly coronavirus (COVID-19) on the domestic as well as the global economy. For 2021, India’s real GDP growth is projected at 5.6% from the earlier forcast of 6.4%. Fitch has lowered the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of India for the Fiscal Year 20 (FY20) from 5.1% to 4.9%. -
Question 10 of 50
10. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Indian City which is going to host the 108th Indian Science Congress in 2021 (January 3-7, 2021) based on the theme ‘Science and Technology for Sustainable Development with Women Empowerment’.
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Answer – 4) Pune
Explanation:
The Indian Science Congress association (ISCA) announced that Pune will host the annual session of 108th Indian Science Congress on January 3-7, 2021 at Symbiosis International University’s Lavale campus with the theme,” Science and Technology for Sustainable Development with Women Empowerment”.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Pune
Explanation:
The Indian Science Congress association (ISCA) announced that Pune will host the annual session of 108th Indian Science Congress on January 3-7, 2021 at Symbiosis International University’s Lavale campus with the theme,” Science and Technology for Sustainable Development with Women Empowerment”. -
Question 11 of 50
11. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWhich Indian Ministry has launched the multi-lingual version of “Incredible India” website and mobile app in New Delhi?
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Answer – 4) Ministry of Tourism
Explanation:
The Minister of State (MoS) for Tourism & Culture, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel has launched the multilingual version of ‘Incredible India’ website and mobile app in New Delhi with the aim to provide more information about India’s tourist destinations, attractions, experiences, and where the value lies. The website was earlier hosted only in English & Hindi and now it has been launched in 3 new languages i.e. Chinese, Arabic and Spanish.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Ministry of Tourism
Explanation:
The Minister of State (MoS) for Tourism & Culture, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel has launched the multilingual version of ‘Incredible India’ website and mobile app in New Delhi with the aim to provide more information about India’s tourist destinations, attractions, experiences, and where the value lies. The website was earlier hosted only in English & Hindi and now it has been launched in 3 new languages i.e. Chinese, Arabic and Spanish. -
Question 12 of 50
12. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the 1st cricketer who has played 100 matches in all three formats (Test, ODI, T20).
Correct
Answer – 4) Ross Taylor
Explanation:
During the India tour of New Zealand (Between January – March 2020), Ross Taylor became the 1st New Zealand male cricketer to play 100 matches in all three formats of cricket.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Ross Taylor
Explanation:
During the India tour of New Zealand (Between January – March 2020), Ross Taylor became the 1st New Zealand male cricketer to play 100 matches in all three formats of cricket. -
Question 13 of 50
13. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsAs per Ministry of Personnel, Public grievance and Pensions (MoPP&P), the fine for false complaint under Lokpal extends upto Rs. ___________.
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Answer – 4) 1 Lakh
Explanation:
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (MoPP&P) has issued a format for filing complaints of corruption against public servants with the Lokpal or anti-corruption ombudsman under Lokpal (Complaint) Rules, 2020. The Lokpal rules has been laid down under the Section 59 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013. Any false and vexatious complaint is punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year and with fine which may extend to Rs 1 Lakh.Incorrect
Answer – 4) 1 Lakh
Explanation:
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (MoPP&P) has issued a format for filing complaints of corruption against public servants with the Lokpal or anti-corruption ombudsman under Lokpal (Complaint) Rules, 2020. The Lokpal rules has been laid down under the Section 59 of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013. Any false and vexatious complaint is punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year and with fine which may extend to Rs 1 Lakh. -
Question 14 of 50
14. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the country which becomes first nation in the world to make all the public transport free from 29 February, 2020.
Correct
Answer – 4) Luxembourg
Explanation:
Luxembourg, the 7th smallest country in Europe, has become the 1st country in the world to make public transport free from February 29, 2020 inorder to reduce traffic pressure on the road.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Luxembourg
Explanation:
Luxembourg, the 7th smallest country in Europe, has become the 1st country in the world to make public transport free from February 29, 2020 inorder to reduce traffic pressure on the road. -
Question 15 of 50
15. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsNational Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has granted Rs. ________ in the Rural Banking system during the fiscal year 2020.
Correct
Answer – 3) 1.46 Lakh crore
Explanation:
According to the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), an Apex Development Financial Institution in India, it has granted Rs 1.46 lakh crore in the rural banking system during the current fiscal-FY (2019-20) with the aim to help them get their resources effectively for handling the credit needs of rural people, including farmers.Incorrect
Answer – 3) 1.46 Lakh crore
Explanation:
According to the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), an Apex Development Financial Institution in India, it has granted Rs 1.46 lakh crore in the rural banking system during the current fiscal-FY (2019-20) with the aim to help them get their resources effectively for handling the credit needs of rural people, including farmers. -
Question 16 of 50
16. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsAccording to the Ministry of Finance data, more than ____% of account holders under the Stand Up India scheme are women (as on 17 Feb 2020).
Correct
Answer – 5) 81
Explanation:
The Ministry of Finance has released figures related to various schemes having special provisions for empowerment of women. As per the data, more than 81% account holders under Stand Up India Scheme are women (As on 17 Feb 2020).Incorrect
Answer – 5) 81
Explanation:
The Ministry of Finance has released figures related to various schemes having special provisions for empowerment of women. As per the data, more than 81% account holders under Stand Up India Scheme are women (As on 17 Feb 2020). -
Question 17 of 50
17. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the person who has been named as the 128th winner of Commonwealth points of light award.
Correct
Answer – 4) Jadav Payeng
Explanation:
Jadav Payeng, an environmental activist of Assam also known as the “Forest man of India” named as 128th winner of Commonwealth Points of Light Award. He earned the name Forest man of India by spending 30 years of his life planting trees. He was honored by the Head of Common Wealth the Queen Elizabeth II for his exceptional volunteer service in environmental conservation.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Jadav Payeng
Explanation:
Jadav Payeng, an environmental activist of Assam also known as the “Forest man of India” named as 128th winner of Commonwealth Points of Light Award. He earned the name Forest man of India by spending 30 years of his life planting trees. He was honored by the Head of Common Wealth the Queen Elizabeth II for his exceptional volunteer service in environmental conservation. -
Question 18 of 50
18. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the food delivery business company which was acquired by Zomato for $206 million.
Correct
Answer – 1) UberEats
Explanation:
According to the Uber ‘s recent regulatory filings, Zomato, an Indian restaurant aggregator and food delivery startup has acquired Uber’s food delivery business in India, Uber Eats for $206 million, where the investment was priced at $171 million, the balance $35 million was received as a reimbursement of goods and services tax (GST) receivable from Zomato.Incorrect
Answer – 1) UberEats
Explanation:
According to the Uber ‘s recent regulatory filings, Zomato, an Indian restaurant aggregator and food delivery startup has acquired Uber’s food delivery business in India, Uber Eats for $206 million, where the investment was priced at $171 million, the balance $35 million was received as a reimbursement of goods and services tax (GST) receivable from Zomato. -
Question 19 of 50
19. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Indian cricketer who has become No.1 Batswomen in latest International Cricket Council’s (ICC) T20I ranking 2020 (as on 4th March 2020).
Correct
Answer – 2) Shafali Verma
Explanation:
According to the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20I (Twenty-twenty International) rankings 2020 for Women players, the 16-year-old Indian opener Shafali Verma climbed 19 places to reach the top with 761 points. She replaced New Zealand’s Suzie Bates down a notch, who now have 750 points.
Here’s the list of top3 & Indian players in ICC T20 ranking 2020:Rank Batting Bowling All-rounder 1 Shafali Verma (India) Sophie Ecclestone (England) Sophie Frances Monique Devine (New Zealand ) 2 Suzannah Wilson “Suzie” Bates (New Zealand ) Megan Schutt (Australia) Ellyse Alexandra Perry ( Australia) 3 Bethany Louise Mooney (Australia) Shabnim Ismail (South Africa) Natalie sciver (England) Rank of Indian players Smriti Shriniwas Mandhana-6h
Jemimah Rodriques-9thDeepti Bhagwan Sharma-5th
Radha Prakash Yadav-7th
Poonam yadav-8thDeepti Bhagwan Sharma-7th Incorrect
Answer – 2) Shafali Verma
Explanation:
According to the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20I (Twenty-twenty International) rankings 2020 for Women players, the 16-year-old Indian opener Shafali Verma climbed 19 places to reach the top with 761 points. She replaced New Zealand’s Suzie Bates down a notch, who now have 750 points.
Here’s the list of top3 & Indian players in ICC T20 ranking 2020:Rank Batting Bowling All-rounder 1 Shafali Verma (India) Sophie Ecclestone (England) Sophie Frances Monique Devine (New Zealand ) 2 Suzannah Wilson “Suzie” Bates (New Zealand ) Megan Schutt (Australia) Ellyse Alexandra Perry ( Australia) 3 Bethany Louise Mooney (Australia) Shabnim Ismail (South Africa) Natalie sciver (England) Rank of Indian players Smriti Shriniwas Mandhana-6h
Jemimah Rodriques-9thDeepti Bhagwan Sharma-5th
Radha Prakash Yadav-7th
Poonam yadav-8thDeepti Bhagwan Sharma-7th -
Question 20 of 50
20. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Public Sector Bank (PSB) which is going to be Amalgamated with Indian Bank in effect from April 1, 2020.
Correct
Answer – 4) Allahabad Bank
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet has approved the mega consolidation of following ten PSBs into four which would be effective from 1.4.2020.Amalgamating Bank Amalgamated Bank Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) and United Bank of India (UBI) Punjab National Bank (PNB) Syndicate Bank Canara Bank Andhra Bank and Corporation Bank Union Bank of India Allahabad Bank Indian Bank The above amalgamation will be in addition to State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BoB), and Bank of India (BoI) comprises of 7 Big PSBs. There were 27 PSBs in 2017 and now there would be 12 (7 big PSB + 5 Small PSB). The five smaller PSBs are Central Bank of India (CBI), Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), UCO Bank, Bank of Maharashtra (BOM), and Punjab and Sind Bank.
Incorrect
Answer – 4) Allahabad Bank
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet has approved the mega consolidation of following ten PSBs into four which would be effective from 1.4.2020.Amalgamating Bank Amalgamated Bank Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) and United Bank of India (UBI) Punjab National Bank (PNB) Syndicate Bank Canara Bank Andhra Bank and Corporation Bank Union Bank of India Allahabad Bank Indian Bank The above amalgamation will be in addition to State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BoB), and Bank of India (BoI) comprises of 7 Big PSBs. There were 27 PSBs in 2017 and now there would be 12 (7 big PSB + 5 Small PSB). The five smaller PSBs are Central Bank of India (CBI), Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), UCO Bank, Bank of Maharashtra (BOM), and Punjab and Sind Bank.
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Question 21 of 50
21. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Indian state which announced Gairsain town as summer capital.
Correct
Answer – 2) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand Trivendra Singh Rawat announced Gairsain (Chamoli District) as the summer capital of the state, on the 3rd day of the budget session held in Gairsain, Uttarakhand. The Dehradun will act as Winter Capital now.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand Trivendra Singh Rawat announced Gairsain (Chamoli District) as the summer capital of the state, on the 3rd day of the budget session held in Gairsain, Uttarakhand. The Dehradun will act as Winter Capital now. -
Question 22 of 50
22. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsSupreme Court has lifted ban on trading in cryptocurrency by cancelling the Reserve Bank of India’s(RBI) circular in 2018. The Cryptocurrency runs on which Technology?
Correct
Answer – 4) Blockchain
Explanation:
Supreme Court (SC) has lifted ban on trading in virtual currency, cryptocurrency and bitcoins by cancelling the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 2018 circular that barred banks from serving companies dealing in cryptocurrency exchanges. The decision in this regard has been taken by the three-judge Bench headed by Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman. Cryptocurrency is used to move money between bank and a client which usually runs on a blockchain technology. Blockchain is a type of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT).Incorrect
Answer – 4) Blockchain
Explanation:
Supreme Court (SC) has lifted ban on trading in virtual currency, cryptocurrency and bitcoins by cancelling the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 2018 circular that barred banks from serving companies dealing in cryptocurrency exchanges. The decision in this regard has been taken by the three-judge Bench headed by Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman. Cryptocurrency is used to move money between bank and a client which usually runs on a blockchain technology. Blockchain is a type of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). -
Question 23 of 50
23. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsThe Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has introduced a scheme namely “LLP Settlement Scheme, 2020” for LLPs by allowing a one-time condonation of delay in filing forms with the Registrar of Office (ROC). The LLP denotes?
Correct
Answer – 2) Limited Liability Partnership
Explanation:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has introduced a scheme namely “LLP Settlement Scheme, 2020” for limited liability partnership (LLPs) by allowing a one-time condonation of delay in filing statutorily required documents with the Registrar of Office (ROC). In simplified language, it means the scheme is providing a three-month window from 16th March, 2020 to 13th June, 2020 to LLPs for completing overdue or delayed filings of four forms which were due for filing till 31st October, 2019. Also, the additional fee on these forms is reduced to Rs. 10 from Rs. 100 per day of delay with upper cap of Rs. 5,000 per form.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Limited Liability Partnership
Explanation:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has introduced a scheme namely “LLP Settlement Scheme, 2020” for limited liability partnership (LLPs) by allowing a one-time condonation of delay in filing statutorily required documents with the Registrar of Office (ROC). In simplified language, it means the scheme is providing a three-month window from 16th March, 2020 to 13th June, 2020 to LLPs for completing overdue or delayed filings of four forms which were due for filing till 31st October, 2019. Also, the additional fee on these forms is reduced to Rs. 10 from Rs. 100 per day of delay with upper cap of Rs. 5,000 per form. -
Question 24 of 50
24. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Indian City where the 5th edition of India Pharma 2020 and India Medical Device 2020 Conference & Exhibition conducted at.
Correct
Answer – 2) Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Explanation:
The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers (C&F), in association with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry- FICCI is organising India Pharma 2020 & India Medical Device 2020 Conference & Exhibition at Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat from March 5-7, 2020. The was inaugurated by the Chemicals & Fertilizers Minister Sadananda Gowda MoS (C&F) & Mansukh Mandviya (C&F Minister).
Theme of the conference: “India Pharma: Meeting Challenges of Affordable and Quality Healthcare and India Medical Device: Promoting Affordable responsible and Quality Medical Device for Universal Health Care”.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Explanation:
The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers (C&F), in association with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry- FICCI is organising India Pharma 2020 & India Medical Device 2020 Conference & Exhibition at Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat from March 5-7, 2020. The was inaugurated by the Chemicals & Fertilizers Minister Sadananda Gowda MoS (C&F) & Mansukh Mandviya (C&F Minister).
Theme of the conference: “India Pharma: Meeting Challenges of Affordable and Quality Healthcare and India Medical Device: Promoting Affordable responsible and Quality Medical Device for Universal Health Care”. -
Question 25 of 50
25. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsThe Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs has constituted a committee to examine and recommend Community Forest Resources (CFR) Guidelines under the Forest Rights Act, 2006 (FRA). Who heads the Committee?
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Answer – 5) Naresh Chandra Saxena
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) has consituted a committee headed by Naresh Chandra Saxena, former member of the Planning Commission of India and of the National Advisory Council (NAC), to examine and recommend Community Forest Resources (CFR) Guidelines under the Forest Rights Act, 2006 (FRA).Incorrect
Answer – 5) Naresh Chandra Saxena
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) has consituted a committee headed by Naresh Chandra Saxena, former member of the Planning Commission of India and of the National Advisory Council (NAC), to examine and recommend Community Forest Resources (CFR) Guidelines under the Forest Rights Act, 2006 (FRA). -
Question 26 of 50
26. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsAs per Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2020 by Subject, which Institute ranked top among Indian institutions?
Correct
Answer – 3) IIT Bombay
Explanation:
According to the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2020 by Subject, Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Bombay and IIT Delhi have made it to the top 50 institutes in the world for the category of engineering and technology (E&T) and ranked 44th and 47th respectively with a score of 81.9 and 81.4.
Here’s the list of Top 3 & Indian institutes in top 100 in QS World University Ranking 2020 on Engineering & Technology categoryCategory : Engineering & Technology 1 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) 98.1 2 Stanford University 96.3 3 University of Cambridge 94.1 Indian Institutes 44th Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) 81.9 47th Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) 81.4 86th Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT-KGP) 77.8 88th Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) 77.7 96th Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) 76.4 Incorrect
Answer – 3) IIT Bombay
Explanation:
According to the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2020 by Subject, Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Bombay and IIT Delhi have made it to the top 50 institutes in the world for the category of engineering and technology (E&T) and ranked 44th and 47th respectively with a score of 81.9 and 81.4.
Here’s the list of Top 3 & Indian institutes in top 100 in QS World University Ranking 2020 on Engineering & Technology categoryCategory : Engineering & Technology 1 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) 98.1 2 Stanford University 96.3 3 University of Cambridge 94.1 Indian Institutes 44th Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) 81.9 47th Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) 81.4 86th Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT-KGP) 77.8 88th Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) 77.7 96th Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) 76.4 -
Question 27 of 50
27. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsJavier Perez de Cuellar who passed away recently (March 2020) is the former Secretary General of which world Organisation?
Correct
Answer – 3) United Nations Organization (UNO)
Explanation:
Javier Perez de Cuellar (born in Lima, Peru) was the president of the UN Security Council from 1973 to 1974 and he served as UN fifth secretary general from 1981 to 1991. He was often described as a “pacifist by vocation and nature.”Incorrect
Answer – 3) United Nations Organization (UNO)
Explanation:
Javier Perez de Cuellar (born in Lima, Peru) was the president of the UN Security Council from 1973 to 1974 and he served as UN fifth secretary general from 1981 to 1991. He was often described as a “pacifist by vocation and nature.” -
Question 28 of 50
28. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Indian state which renamed Aurangabad Airport as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Airport (March 2020).
Correct
Answer – 4) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Maharashtra Government renamed Aurangabad Airport as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Airport. The decision was taken at a meeting of the state cabinet, chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Bal Thackeray. Earlier, Mumbai airport has been named as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport while Kolhapur airport was renamed as Chhatrapati Rajaram Maharaj.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Maharashtra Government renamed Aurangabad Airport as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Airport. The decision was taken at a meeting of the state cabinet, chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Bal Thackeray. Earlier, Mumbai airport has been named as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport while Kolhapur airport was renamed as Chhatrapati Rajaram Maharaj. -
Question 29 of 50
29. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Indian state which organizes 3-day ‘Namaste Orchha’ festival (March 6-8, 2020).
Correct
Answer – 4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
The Madhya Pradesh Government (Tourism Board) organizes a three-day festival “Namaste Orchha” From March 6 to March 8, 2020 in the ancient town of Orchha in Bundelkhand region, Madhya Pradesh. The aim of this festival is to promote tourism in the heritage city of Orchha, Madhya Pradesh.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
The Madhya Pradesh Government (Tourism Board) organizes a three-day festival “Namaste Orchha” From March 6 to March 8, 2020 in the ancient town of Orchha in Bundelkhand region, Madhya Pradesh. The aim of this festival is to promote tourism in the heritage city of Orchha, Madhya Pradesh. -
Question 30 of 50
30. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the Organisation which released the report “Impact of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) on the convenience, safety and self-respect of women in rural India” along with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF).
Correct
Answer – 4) United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Explanation:
Union Minister of for Jal Shakti, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launched Phase II of Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) [SBM (G)] at a National Dissemination and Consultation workshop in New Delhi. During the workshop the he also released a study namely “Impact of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) on the convenience, safety and self-respect of women in rural India” by the UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund), and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) on the impact of the SBM(G) on rural women.Incorrect
Answer – 4) United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Explanation:
Union Minister of for Jal Shakti, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launched Phase II of Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) [SBM (G)] at a National Dissemination and Consultation workshop in New Delhi. During the workshop the he also released a study namely “Impact of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) on the convenience, safety and self-respect of women in rural India” by the UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund), and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) on the impact of the SBM(G) on rural women. -
Question 31 of 50
31. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsAs per MicroSave Consulting’s (MSC) report titled ‘The real story of women’s financial inclusion in India’, women’s ownership of bank accounts under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) is increased from 43% in 2014 to ______% in 2017.
Correct
Answer – 4) 77
Explanation:
In accordance with the report by MicroSave Consulting (MSC) titled “The real story of women’s financial inclusion in India”, the women’s ownership of bank accounts is increased from 43% in 2014 to 77% in 2017 under the flagship scheme Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), however 42% accounts are still inactive. The gender gap in financial inclusion reduced by 14 percentage points in three years (2014-17).Incorrect
Answer – 4) 77
Explanation:
In accordance with the report by MicroSave Consulting (MSC) titled “The real story of women’s financial inclusion in India”, the women’s ownership of bank accounts is increased from 43% in 2014 to 77% in 2017 under the flagship scheme Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), however 42% accounts are still inactive. The gender gap in financial inclusion reduced by 14 percentage points in three years (2014-17). -
Question 32 of 50
32. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsUnder which section of Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Ministry of Finance has imposed moratorium on Yes Bank (March 5, 2020 till April 3, 2020).
Correct
Answer – 4) Section 45
Explanation:
In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (10 of 1949), the Central Government, through the Ministry of Finance has imposed moratorium on Yes Bank Limited w.e.f. 6PM of March 5, 2020 till April 3, 2020. The decision has been taken on the recommendations of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under sub-section (1) of section 45.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Section 45
Explanation:
In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (10 of 1949), the Central Government, through the Ministry of Finance has imposed moratorium on Yes Bank Limited w.e.f. 6PM of March 5, 2020 till April 3, 2020. The decision has been taken on the recommendations of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under sub-section (1) of section 45. -
Question 33 of 50
33. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsRBI has restricted the withdrawal limit in Yes Bank during the moratorium period (March 5, 2020 till April 3, 2020) to Rs. ______ per account.
Correct
Answer – 3) 50,000
Explanation:
The RBI has restricted the withdrawal limit in Yes Bank during the period of moratorium to Rs 50,000 per account. If a depositor maintains more than one account, then also the total amount payable from all the accounts together should not exceed Rs 50,000. In case of unforeseen expenses like medical treatment, higher education, marriage or unavoidable expenses the sum should not exceed 5,00,000 or the actual balance lying to the credit of the account of such depositor.Incorrect
Answer – 3) 50,000
Explanation:
The RBI has restricted the withdrawal limit in Yes Bank during the period of moratorium to Rs 50,000 per account. If a depositor maintains more than one account, then also the total amount payable from all the accounts together should not exceed Rs 50,000. In case of unforeseen expenses like medical treatment, higher education, marriage or unavoidable expenses the sum should not exceed 5,00,000 or the actual balance lying to the credit of the account of such depositor. -
Question 34 of 50
34. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsThe Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has reduced the interest rate on EPF deposits for 2019-20 from 8.65% to _____% (7-yr low).
Correct
Answer – 4) 8.50
Explanation:
EPFO (Employees Provident Fund Organisation) has declined interest rate on EPF deposits for 2019-20 to seven years’ low by 0.15% or 15 basis points fom 8.65% to 8.5%. This downward revision of interest rate was recommended by Finance Investment & Audit Committee (FIAC) with an interest rate of 8.45% but EPFO went for 8.5%.Incorrect
Answer – 4) 8.50
Explanation:
EPFO (Employees Provident Fund Organisation) has declined interest rate on EPF deposits for 2019-20 to seven years’ low by 0.15% or 15 basis points fom 8.65% to 8.5%. This downward revision of interest rate was recommended by Finance Investment & Audit Committee (FIAC) with an interest rate of 8.45% but EPFO went for 8.5%. -
Question 35 of 50
35. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsAs per the report titled ‘Global trade impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Epidemic’, India has faced a trade impact of $348 million dollars due to slowdown in china’s production. The report was released by which of the following organization?
Correct
Answer – 2) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Explanation:
In accordance with the estimates prepared by Division on International Trade and Commodities, UNCTAD and published by United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) titled “Global trade impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Epidemic”, India is among the top 20 economies most affected by the slowdown of manufacturing in China due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic has a trade impact of $348 million dollars, which is disrupting world trade and could result in a 50-billion-dollar decrease in global exports.Incorrect
Answer – 2) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Explanation:
In accordance with the estimates prepared by Division on International Trade and Commodities, UNCTAD and published by United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) titled “Global trade impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Epidemic”, India is among the top 20 economies most affected by the slowdown of manufacturing in China due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic has a trade impact of $348 million dollars, which is disrupting world trade and could result in a 50-billion-dollar decrease in global exports. -
Question 36 of 50
36. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsName the person who has been appointed as the administrator of Yes Bank by RBI under 36ACA of the Banking Regulation Act 1949 (for 30 days until April 3, 2020).
Correct
Answer – 2) Prashant Kumar
Explanation:
In exercise of the powers conferred under 36ACA of the Banking Regulation Act 1949, RBI has also superseded (replaced) the board of YES bank with immediate effect by appointing ex- Deputy Managing Director (DMD) & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of SBI Prashant Kumar as its administrator for a period of 30 days citing serious deterioration in the financial position of the Bank. His appointment has been made under Section 36ACA (2) of the Act.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Prashant Kumar
Explanation:
In exercise of the powers conferred under 36ACA of the Banking Regulation Act 1949, RBI has also superseded (replaced) the board of YES bank with immediate effect by appointing ex- Deputy Managing Director (DMD) & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of SBI Prashant Kumar as its administrator for a period of 30 days citing serious deterioration in the financial position of the Bank. His appointment has been made under Section 36ACA (2) of the Act. -
Question 37 of 50
37. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsAmrit Kaur has been honored as ‘Women of the year’ for 1947 in ‘100 women of the year’ project by TIME magazine. Name the person who has been honored as ‘Women of the year’ for 1976.
Correct
Answer – 3) Indira Gandhi
Explanation:
TIME Magazine created 100 New Covers for the Project ‘100 women of the year’ to recognize selected women or groups to represent each year from 1920 to 2019. India’s Freedom Fighter Amrit Kaur will be honored as ‘Women of the Year’ for 1947 & Former prime minister Indira Gandhi for 1976.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Indira Gandhi
Explanation:
TIME Magazine created 100 New Covers for the Project ‘100 women of the year’ to recognize selected women or groups to represent each year from 1920 to 2019. India’s Freedom Fighter Amrit Kaur will be honored as ‘Women of the Year’ for 1947 & Former prime minister Indira Gandhi for 1976. -
Question 38 of 50
38. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsWho has been honored with Icon of the Century special award in Times of India sports award 2019 (TOISA 2019).
Correct
Answer – 4) Balbir Singh
Explanation:
In Times of India sports award 2019 (TOISA 2019) a special award – Icon of the Century was given to 3-time Olympic gold medalist and hockey legend Balbir Singh.Incorrect
Answer – 4) Balbir Singh
Explanation:
In Times of India sports award 2019 (TOISA 2019) a special award – Icon of the Century was given to 3-time Olympic gold medalist and hockey legend Balbir Singh. -
Question 39 of 50
39. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsAccording to the ‘Freedom in the world 2020’ report released by US based Freedom House, what is India’s rank in ‘Free’ category, which was topped by Finland?
Correct
Answer – 5) 83
Explanation:
According to the ‘Freedom in the World 2020” report, which analyzes democratic values and people’s freedom in 195 countries & 15 territories and ranks them category-wise, released by the Freedom House, a U.S (United States) -based watchdog that conducts research and advocacy on democracy, India has ranked 83rd in the report along with Timor-Leste and Senegal in ‘Free’ category. While, Finland topped the list as the free democratic country.
Here’s the list of Top 3& Bottom 3 nation in free category of the report:Top 3 nation in free category Finland Norway Sweden Bottom 3 nation in free category India Timor-leste Tunisia Incorrect
Answer – 5) 83
Explanation:
According to the ‘Freedom in the World 2020” report, which analyzes democratic values and people’s freedom in 195 countries & 15 territories and ranks them category-wise, released by the Freedom House, a U.S (United States) -based watchdog that conducts research and advocacy on democracy, India has ranked 83rd in the report along with Timor-Leste and Senegal in ‘Free’ category. While, Finland topped the list as the free democratic country.
Here’s the list of Top 3& Bottom 3 nation in free category of the report:Top 3 nation in free category Finland Norway Sweden Bottom 3 nation in free category India Timor-leste Tunisia -
Question 40 of 50
40. Question
1 pointsCategory: Current AffairsFind the person who replaced Rajiv Kumar as the new Finance Secretary of India.
Correct
Answer – 5) Ajay Bhushan Pandey
Explanation:
Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) headed by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has approved the appointment of Ajay Bhushan Pandey as the new Finance Secretary in Ministry of Finance. He will succeed current Rajiv Kumar, who has retired in February 2020.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Ajay Bhushan Pandey
Explanation:
Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) headed by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has approved the appointment of Ajay Bhushan Pandey as the new Finance Secretary in Ministry of Finance. He will succeed current Rajiv Kumar, who has retired in February 2020. -
Question 41 of 50
41. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhat is the Capital & Currency of Slovenia?
Correct
Answer – 2) Ljubljana & Euro
Explanation:
Recently Slovenia’s lawmakers have approved the Leader of Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS), Janez Jansa as Slovenia’s new Prime Minister. He will replace center-left Prime Minister Marjan Sarec, who resigned from his post in January 2020.
Slovenia’s – Capital – Ljubljana & Currency – Euro.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Ljubljana & Euro
Explanation:
Recently Slovenia’s lawmakers have approved the Leader of Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS), Janez Jansa as Slovenia’s new Prime Minister. He will replace center-left Prime Minister Marjan Sarec, who resigned from his post in January 2020.
Slovenia’s – Capital – Ljubljana & Currency – Euro. -
Question 42 of 50
42. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKWhat is the Capital & Currency of Malaysia?
Correct
Answer – 5) Kuala Lumpur & Ringgit
Explanation:
Malaysia’s Capital – Kuala Lumpur & Currency – RinggitIncorrect
Answer – 5) Kuala Lumpur & Ringgit
Explanation:
Malaysia’s Capital – Kuala Lumpur & Currency – Ringgit -
Question 43 of 50
43. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKSumit Sangwan belongs to which sports?
Correct
Answer – 3) Boxing
Explanation:
Indian boxer Sumit Sangwan, who was to serve a one-year ban for consuming a prohibited substance, has been cleared by National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) after the athlete proved he took the medicine unintentionally.Incorrect
Answer – 3) Boxing
Explanation:
Indian boxer Sumit Sangwan, who was to serve a one-year ban for consuming a prohibited substance, has been cleared by National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) after the athlete proved he took the medicine unintentionally. -
Question 44 of 50
44. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKManas National Park is located in which Indian State?
Correct
Answer – 1) Assam
Explanation:
Manas National Park, a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site located in Assam’s Baksa district, welcomed two female rhinos from Kaziranga National Park on 2nd March 2020 as part of a translocation programme by Assam forest department.Incorrect
Answer – 1) Assam
Explanation:
Manas National Park, a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site located in Assam’s Baksa district, welcomed two female rhinos from Kaziranga National Park on 2nd March 2020 as part of a translocation programme by Assam forest department. -
Question 45 of 50
45. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKUnder Which act Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFC) registered in India?
Correct
Answer – Companies Act, 1956
Explanation:
A Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) is a company registered under the Companies Act, 1956 and to perform Banking operations it should be registered in RBI under Section 45-IA of the RBI Act, 1934 (It should have a minimum net owned fund of Rs. 200 lakh).Incorrect
Answer – Companies Act, 1956
Explanation:
A Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) is a company registered under the Companies Act, 1956 and to perform Banking operations it should be registered in RBI under Section 45-IA of the RBI Act, 1934 (It should have a minimum net owned fund of Rs. 200 lakh). -
Question 46 of 50
46. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKBhupesh Baghel is the Chief Minister of Which Indian state (March 2020)?
Correct
Answer – 4) Chhattisgarh
Incorrect
Answer – 4) Chhattisgarh
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Question 47 of 50
47. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKRiver Majuli is located in which Indian state?
Correct
Answer – 5) Assam
Explanation:
Majuli is the world’s largest river Island.Incorrect
Answer – 5) Assam
Explanation:
Majuli is the world’s largest river Island. -
Question 48 of 50
48. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKThe Kaziranga National Park is located in which Indian state?
Correct
Answer – 2) Assam
Explanation:
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has notified that under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA), a financial assistance of Rs 1.51 crore has been sanctioned to Kaziranga National Park in Kanchanjuri, Assam during the financial years 2018-19 and 2019-2020.For the financial years 2018-19 Rs 94,46,585 was sanctioned while Rs 51,24,670 was allocated for 2019-2020. Also under the Project Tiger scheme, Rs 33 crore was sanctioned to Kaziranga Tiger Reserve, which includes Kaziranga National Park.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Assam
Explanation:
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has notified that under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA), a financial assistance of Rs 1.51 crore has been sanctioned to Kaziranga National Park in Kanchanjuri, Assam during the financial years 2018-19 and 2019-2020.For the financial years 2018-19 Rs 94,46,585 was sanctioned while Rs 51,24,670 was allocated for 2019-2020. Also under the Project Tiger scheme, Rs 33 crore was sanctioned to Kaziranga Tiger Reserve, which includes Kaziranga National Park. -
Question 49 of 50
49. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKThe National Chambal sanctuary is located at which Indian state?
Correct
Answer – 2) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Centre notified 870 sq km around the National Chambal Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh(MP) as eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) to prohibit polluting activities like industries, major hydroelectric project, mining, stone quarrying & big construction within the ‘no-go area’ for the purpose of conservation of water bodies, unique geographical features(ravines), flora & fauna. It is the first and only tri-state riverine protected area in India for the breeding population of Gharial. It is also called as the National Chambal Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Centre notified 870 sq km around the National Chambal Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh(MP) as eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) to prohibit polluting activities like industries, major hydroelectric project, mining, stone quarrying & big construction within the ‘no-go area’ for the purpose of conservation of water bodies, unique geographical features(ravines), flora & fauna. It is the first and only tri-state riverine protected area in India for the breeding population of Gharial. It is also called as the National Chambal Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary. -
Question 50 of 50
50. Question
1 pointsCategory: Static GKName the constituency where the present Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla elected from (in 17th lok sabha general elections 2019)?
Correct
Answer – 2) Kota, Rajasthan
Explanation:
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has launched ‘Suposhit Maa Abhiyan’ in his constituency Kota, Rajasthan, to provide nutritional support to pregnant women and adolescent girls. Smriti Irani, Ministry of Women & Child Development & Ministry of Textiles, also presided over the function.
About Suposhit Maa Abhiyan: In the first phase of the campaign, 1,000 kits of 17 kg balanced diet each was provided to 1,000 pregnant women.Incorrect
Answer – 2) Kota, Rajasthan
Explanation:
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has launched ‘Suposhit Maa Abhiyan’ in his constituency Kota, Rajasthan, to provide nutritional support to pregnant women and adolescent girls. Smriti Irani, Ministry of Women & Child Development & Ministry of Textiles, also presided over the function.
About Suposhit Maa Abhiyan: In the first phase of the campaign, 1,000 kits of 17 kg balanced diet each was provided to 1,000 pregnant women.
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