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The Wangala Festival, also known as the 100 drum festival was celebrated in which state?- a)Manipur
- b)Telangana
- c)Assam
- d)Meghalaya
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
The Wangala Festival, also known as the 100 drum festival was celebrated in which state?
a)
Manipur
b)
Telangana
c)
Assam
d)
Meghalaya
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Vinod Mehta answered |
The Wangala Festival, also known as the 100 drum festival is celebrated with much zeal and enthusiasm in India’s north-eastern state of Meghalaya.
Recently Tarak Sinha passed away.He is related to which field?- a)Actor
- b)Author
- c)Cricket Coach
- d)Politics
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Recently Tarak Sinha passed away.He is related to which field?
a)
Actor
b)
Author
c)
Cricket Coach
d)
Politics
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Kajal Shah answered |
Tarak Sinha, who recently passed away, was a renowned cricket coach. He dedicated his life to the sport and made significant contributions to Indian cricket. Let's delve into his achievements and impact in the cricketing world.
Coaching Career:
- Tarak Sinha served as a cricket coach for several decades, primarily in the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA).
- He played a crucial role in nurturing and honing the skills of numerous young cricketers in Delhi, many of whom went on to represent the national team.
- Sinha was widely regarded as one of the finest coaches in Indian cricket and was known for his meticulous approach and technical expertise.
Contributions to Indian Cricket:
- Sinha played a pivotal role in the development of several prominent Indian cricketers, including the likes of Virender Sehwag, Ashish Nehra, Gautam Gambhir, Aakash Chopra, and Rishabh Pant.
- Under his guidance, these players honed their skills and emerged as key contributors in Indian cricket, representing the national team with distinction.
- Sinha's coaching methods were highly regarded and respected, and his students often credited him for their success and growth as cricketers.
Impact on Delhi Cricket:
- Sinha's influence extended beyond individual players, as he significantly impacted the cricketing ecosystem in Delhi.
- He played a vital role in the development of infrastructure and facilities for cricket in Delhi, ensuring that young cricketers had access to the necessary resources to excel.
- Sinha's coaching academy in Delhi, Sonnet Club, became renowned for producing talented cricketers, and it served as a breeding ground for future stars.
Legacy:
- Tarak Sinha's contribution to Indian cricket and Delhi cricket, in particular, is immeasurable.
- His dedication, passion, and expertise in coaching have left a lasting impact on the sport and the lives of countless cricketers.
- Sinha's coaching philosophy and methods will continue to inspire aspiring cricketers and future coaches for years to come.
In conclusion, Tarak Sinha's passing is a significant loss to the cricketing fraternity. His coaching prowess and ability to nurture talent have played a crucial role in shaping Indian cricket. His legacy will live on through the success of the cricketers he mentored and the impact he made on the sport.
Coaching Career:
- Tarak Sinha served as a cricket coach for several decades, primarily in the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA).
- He played a crucial role in nurturing and honing the skills of numerous young cricketers in Delhi, many of whom went on to represent the national team.
- Sinha was widely regarded as one of the finest coaches in Indian cricket and was known for his meticulous approach and technical expertise.
Contributions to Indian Cricket:
- Sinha played a pivotal role in the development of several prominent Indian cricketers, including the likes of Virender Sehwag, Ashish Nehra, Gautam Gambhir, Aakash Chopra, and Rishabh Pant.
- Under his guidance, these players honed their skills and emerged as key contributors in Indian cricket, representing the national team with distinction.
- Sinha's coaching methods were highly regarded and respected, and his students often credited him for their success and growth as cricketers.
Impact on Delhi Cricket:
- Sinha's influence extended beyond individual players, as he significantly impacted the cricketing ecosystem in Delhi.
- He played a vital role in the development of infrastructure and facilities for cricket in Delhi, ensuring that young cricketers had access to the necessary resources to excel.
- Sinha's coaching academy in Delhi, Sonnet Club, became renowned for producing talented cricketers, and it served as a breeding ground for future stars.
Legacy:
- Tarak Sinha's contribution to Indian cricket and Delhi cricket, in particular, is immeasurable.
- His dedication, passion, and expertise in coaching have left a lasting impact on the sport and the lives of countless cricketers.
- Sinha's coaching philosophy and methods will continue to inspire aspiring cricketers and future coaches for years to come.
In conclusion, Tarak Sinha's passing is a significant loss to the cricketing fraternity. His coaching prowess and ability to nurture talent have played a crucial role in shaping Indian cricket. His legacy will live on through the success of the cricketers he mentored and the impact he made on the sport.
Which Country chaired the 13th Meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSO) of BRICS that was held virtually in October 2021?- a)Brazil
- b)Russia
- c)India
- d)China
- e)South Africa
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which Country chaired the 13th Meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSO) of BRICS that was held virtually in October 2021?
a)
Brazil
b)
Russia
c)
India
d)
China
e)
South Africa
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Alok Verma answered |
The 13th Meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSO) of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) Countries was held virtually under the Chairship of India.
- The meeting was chaired by G. P. Samanta, Chief Statistician of India
- Rao Inderjit Singh is the Minister of State (I/C) for the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Name the Scheme that was launched (in Oct’21) by the Ministry of Cooperation during the 75th foundation year celebration of AMUL.- a)Dairy Booster
- b)Gaay Sahakar
- c)Anand Sahakar
- d)Gaay Booster
- e)Dairy Sahakar
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?
Name the Scheme that was launched (in Oct’21) by the Ministry of Cooperation during the 75th foundation year celebration of AMUL.
a)
Dairy Booster
b)
Gaay Sahakar
c)
Anand Sahakar
d)
Gaay Booster
e)
Dairy Sahakar
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Nikita Singh answered |
Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Cooperation, launched the ‘Dairy Sahakar’ scheme at Anand, Gujarat during the function organised by AMUL (Anand Milk Union Limited) for the celebration of its 75th foundation year.
- With an outlay of Rs 5000 crore, it will be implemented by National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), under the Ministry of Cooperation.
Where did Sarbananda Sonowal recently (in Oct’21) inaugurated 5 new vessels including 3 Floating Border Outposts & 2 Fully Electric Ferries?- a)Goa Shipyard Ltd
- b)Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd
- c)Hindustan Shipyard Ltd
- d)Cochin Shipyard Ltd
- e)Shipping Corporation of India
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Where did Sarbananda Sonowal recently (in Oct’21) inaugurated 5 new vessels including 3 Floating Border Outposts & 2 Fully Electric Ferries?
a)
Goa Shipyard Ltd
b)
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd
c)
Hindustan Shipyard Ltd
d)
Cochin Shipyard Ltd
e)
Shipping Corporation of India
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Nikita Singh answered |
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated the simultaneous launching of 5 new vessels at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL).
- 3 Floating Border Outposts for the Border Security Force
- 2 Fully Electric Autonomous Ferries
i. He also launched new Radars and VTMS (Vessel Traffic Management System) of Cochin Port Trust for enhancing the safety of navigation in the port by monitoring and regulating the shipping movements.
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) located?- a)Geneva, Switzerland
- b)Manila, Philippines
- c)Vienna, Austria
- d)Prague, Czech Republic
- e)Berlin, Germany
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) located?
a)
Geneva, Switzerland
b)
Manila, Philippines
c)
Vienna, Austria
d)
Prague, Czech Republic
e)
Berlin, Germany
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Alok Verma answered |
About United Nations Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR):
Head– Mami Mizutori
Headquarters– Geneva, Switzerland
Head– Mami Mizutori
Headquarters– Geneva, Switzerland
How many Padma Awards will be presented by President this year in 2021?- a)119
- b)121
- c)125
- d)130
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
How many Padma Awards will be presented by President this year in 2021?
a)
119
b)
121
c)
125
d)
130
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Poonam Reddy answered |
President Ram Nath Kovind presented Padma Vibhushan Award to Boxer MC Mary Kom this evening. He also honoured former Mauritius President Anerood Jugnauth and late seer of Pejawar Mutt Vishwesha Teertha Swami with the second-highest civilian honour posthumously.
When was the ‘Sovereign Gold Bond’ scheme launched by the Government of India?- a)2011
- b)2012
- c)2015
- d)2018
- e)2017
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
When was the ‘Sovereign Gold Bond’ scheme launched by the Government of India?
a)
2011
b)
2012
c)
2015
d)
2018
e)
2017
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Vikram Verma answered |
The Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme was launched by the Government of India in November 2015.
Who is India’s highest Wicket taker in Test Cricket?- a)Kapil Dev
- b)Ravichandran Ashwin
- c)Anil Kumble
- d)Ishant Sharma
- e)Harbhajan Singh
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Who is India’s highest Wicket taker in Test Cricket?
a)
Kapil Dev
b)
Ravichandran Ashwin
c)
Anil Kumble
d)
Ishant Sharma
e)
Harbhajan Singh
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Lalit Yadav answered |
Anil Kumble with 619 Test wickets & 334 ODI wickets is India’s highest wicket taker in both the formats.
Identify the Indian Cricketer who was selected (in Oct’21) for the MCC awards Honorary Life Membership of the Club along with Indian Bowler Javagal Srinath.- a)Mithali Raj
- b)Harbhajan Singh
- c)Jhulan Goswami
- d)Gautam Gambhir
- e)Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Identify the Indian Cricketer who was selected (in Oct’21) for the MCC awards Honorary Life Membership of the Club along with Indian Bowler Javagal Srinath.
a)
Mithali Raj
b)
Harbhajan Singh
c)
Jhulan Goswami
d)
Gautam Gambhir
e)
Mahendra Singh Dhoni
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Poonam Reddy answered |
In October 2021, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) released the list of 18 Cricketers who were selected for the MCC awards Honorary Life Membership of the Club. The list witnessed the names of 2 former Indian cricketers – Harbhajan Singh and Javagal Srinath.
Who was appointed as new chief of National Disaster Response Force?- a)AtulKarwal
- b)SheelVardhan Singh
- c)Sanjay Chaturvedi
- d)Virendra Singh
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Who was appointed as new chief of National Disaster Response Force?
a)
AtulKarwal
b)
SheelVardhan Singh
c)
Sanjay Chaturvedi
d)
Virendra Singh
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Vikram Verma answered |
Senior IPS officers Sheel Vardhan Singh and Atul Karwal were appointed as chiefs of Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), respectively.
Which state issued the nod for tissue culture-based seed potato rules?- a)Uttar Pradesh
- b)Punjab
- c)Haryana
- d)Maharashtra
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which state issued the nod for tissue culture-based seed potato rules?
a)
Uttar Pradesh
b)
Punjab
c)
Haryana
d)
Maharashtra
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Nikita Singh answered |
The Punjab Cabinet approved the ‘Punjab Tissue Culture Based Seed Potato Rules-2021’ to develop Punjab as a standard potato seed centre.
The Karnataka government at the cabinet meeting, decided to rename the ‘Mumbai-Karnataka’ region as what ?- a)Kittur Karnataka
- b)Kalyana Karnataka
- c)Kaman Karnataka
- d)Kullu Karnataka
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
The Karnataka government at the cabinet meeting, decided to rename the ‘Mumbai-Karnataka’ region as what ?
a)
Kittur Karnataka
b)
Kalyana Karnataka
c)
Kaman Karnataka
d)
Kullu Karnataka
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Vinod Mehta answered |
The Karnataka government at the cabinet meeting held 8 November, decided to rename the ‘Mumbai-Karnataka’ region as ‘Kittur Karnataka’, state Law Minister JC Madhuswamy confirmed.
Recently Union Cabinet has approved continuation of National Apprenticeship Training Scheme for how many more years?- a)5
- b)2
- c)4
- d)3
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Recently Union Cabinet has approved continuation of National Apprenticeship Training Scheme for how many more years?
a)
5
b)
2
c)
4
d)
3
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Kabir Verma answered |
Union Cabinet has approved continuation of National Apprenticeship Training Scheme for next five years.
India’s First Fisheries Business Incubation Centre Launched in which city?- a)Mumbai
- b)Pune
- c)Gurugram
- d)Delhi
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
India’s First Fisheries Business Incubation Centre Launched in which city?
a)
Mumbai
b)
Pune
c)
Gurugram
d)
Delhi
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Abutorab Dyer answered |
Incubation center - it is the institution that assists entrepreneurs in developing their business and solving problems associated with it especially in the initial stages by providing an array of business and technical services initial seed funds lab facilities advisory network and linkages.
India's first Fisheries Business incubator LINAC-NCDC in Gurugram
Union Minister Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Parshottam Rupala inaugurated India's first of its kind, dedicated fisheries business incubator known as LINAC-NCDC Fisheries Business incubation center (LIFIC) in Gurugram. it aims to encourage initiatives among entrepreneurs providing them support in the fisheries sector to move towards self reliance.
The Incubator costs Rs.3.23 crore.In total there are around 30,000 co-operatives in the fisheries sector.
India's first Fisheries Business incubator LINAC-NCDC in Gurugram
Union Minister Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Parshottam Rupala inaugurated India's first of its kind, dedicated fisheries business incubator known as LINAC-NCDC Fisheries Business incubation center (LIFIC) in Gurugram. it aims to encourage initiatives among entrepreneurs providing them support in the fisheries sector to move towards self reliance.
The Incubator costs Rs.3.23 crore.In total there are around 30,000 co-operatives in the fisheries sector.
Union Power Minister R K Singh virtually inaugurated the diversion of Marusudar River of Pakal Dul Hydro Electric Project in which state?- a)Jammu and Kashmir
- b)Uttar Pradesh
- c)Himachal Pradesh
- d)Uttarakhand
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Union Power Minister R K Singh virtually inaugurated the diversion of Marusudar River of Pakal Dul Hydro Electric Project in which state?
a)
Jammu and Kashmir
b)
Uttar Pradesh
c)
Himachal Pradesh
d)
Uttarakhand
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Lalit Yadav answered |
Union Power Minister R K Singh virtually inaugurated the diversion of Marusudar River of Pakal Dul Hydro Electric Project in Kishtwar.
Which bank was adjudged the best regional rural bank(RRB) under the ‘Regional Rural Banks’ category, in recognition of its initiatives in the sphere of digital financial services by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), Mumbai?- a)MadyanchalGramin Bank
- b)Baroda UP Gramin Bank
- c)Aryavart Bank
- d)Karnataka VikasGramin Bank
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which bank was adjudged the best regional rural bank(RRB) under the ‘Regional Rural Banks’ category, in recognition of its initiatives in the sphere of digital financial services by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), Mumbai?
a)
MadyanchalGramin Bank
b)
Baroda UP Gramin Bank
c)
Aryavart Bank
d)
Karnataka VikasGramin Bank
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Priya Menon answered |
The Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank (KVGB) was adjudged the best regional rural bank(RRB) under the ‘Regional Rural Banks’ category, in recognition of its initiatives in the sphere of digital financial services by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), Mumbai.
What are the points that are correctly related to Ayurveda Day?
A) Ayurveda Day is observed annually across the globe on Dhanwantri Jayanthi (2nd November 2021)
B) 2021’s Ayurveda day is observed under the theme “Ayurveda for Covid-19”
C) The Ministry of AYUSH celebrated the first National Ayurveda Day on 28th October 2016- a)All A, B & C
- b)Only B & C
- c)Only C
- d)Only A & C
- e)Only B
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
What are the points that are correctly related to Ayurveda Day?
A) Ayurveda Day is observed annually across the globe on Dhanwantri Jayanthi (2nd November 2021)
B) 2021’s Ayurveda day is observed under the theme “Ayurveda for Covid-19”
C) The Ministry of AYUSH celebrated the first National Ayurveda Day on 28th October 2016
A) Ayurveda Day is observed annually across the globe on Dhanwantri Jayanthi (2nd November 2021)
B) 2021’s Ayurveda day is observed under the theme “Ayurveda for Covid-19”
C) The Ministry of AYUSH celebrated the first National Ayurveda Day on 28th October 2016
a)
All A, B & C
b)
Only B & C
c)
Only C
d)
Only A & C
e)
Only B
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Zara Khan answered |
Ayurveda Day is observed annually across the globe on Dhanwantri Jayanthi (2nd November 2021) or Dhanteras, the festival of Dhanvantari, the Hindu god of Ayurveda to create awareness about the significance of Ayurveda and to promote Ayurvedic principles of healing in society.
i.The theme of Ayurveda Day 2021 is “Ayurveda for Poshan”.
ii.The Ministry of AYUSH celebrated the first National Ayurveda Day on 28th October 2016.
i.The theme of Ayurveda Day 2021 is “Ayurveda for Poshan”.
ii.The Ministry of AYUSH celebrated the first National Ayurveda Day on 28th October 2016.
How much amount was approved by Delhi Government under the Emergency COVID-19 Response Package?- a)₹1678 cr
- b)₹1568 cr
- c)₹1256 cr
- d)₹1544 cr
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
How much amount was approved by Delhi Government under the Emergency COVID-19 Response Package?
a)
₹1678 cr
b)
₹1568 cr
c)
₹1256 cr
d)
₹1544 cr
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Kiran Reddy answered |
The Delhi Cabinet approved a budget of Rs 1,544 crore under the Emergency COVID-19 Response Package to bolster health systems in order to be prepared for a possible third wave, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said.
Who won the Qatar Grand Prix 2021?- a)Lewis Hamilton
- b)Sebastian Vettel
- c)Nico Rosberg
- d)Nike Smith
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Who won the Qatar Grand Prix 2021?
a)
Lewis Hamilton
b)
Sebastian Vettel
c)
Nico Rosberg
d)
Nike Smith
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Vijay Kumar answered |
Lewis Hamilton has won the 2021 F1 Qatar Grand Prix. Max Verstappen came second while Fernando Alonso came third.
The World’s most sophisticated MRI facility was launched at National Brain Research Centre in Which state?- a)West Bengal
- b)Bihar
- c)Uttar Pradesh
- d)Haryana
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
The World’s most sophisticated MRI facility was launched at National Brain Research Centre in Which state?
a)
West Bengal
b)
Bihar
c)
Uttar Pradesh
d)
Haryana
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Zara Khan answered |
Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh launched first of its kind, latest, world’s most sophisticated MRI facility at the National Brain Research Centre (NBRC), Manesar in Haryana.
Where has Indian Navy conducted security exercise ‘Prasthan’?- a)Chennai
- b)Mumbai
- c)Pune
- d)Kerela
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Where has Indian Navy conducted security exercise ‘Prasthan’?
a)
Chennai
b)
Mumbai
c)
Pune
d)
Kerela
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Zara Khan answered |
The Indian Navy conducted a security exercise, called “Prasthan“, in the Offshore Development Area (ODA) off the coast of Mumbai.
Which state Government launched Janasevaka and Janaspandana scheme for doorstep delivery and complaint portal for citizens?- a)Kerala
- b)Karnataka
- c)Telangana
- d)Rajasthan
- e)Uttar Pradesh
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which state Government launched Janasevaka and Janaspandana scheme for doorstep delivery and complaint portal for citizens?
a)
Kerala
b)
Karnataka
c)
Telangana
d)
Rajasthan
e)
Uttar Pradesh
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Alok Verma answered |
Karnataka CM launched the state’s ambitious ‘Janasevaka’ (peoples’ servant) scheme and ‘Janaspandana’, an Integrated Public Grievance Redressal System (IPGRS).
- Janasevaka’ – A scheme for Citizens to avail doorstep delivery of government services.
- ‘Janaspandana’ – It is a one-stop platform for citizens to raise complaints on any government scheme or service.
Which state tops the list in the 3rd edition of the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) report, 2021?- a)Gujarat
- b)Maharashtra
- c)Uttar Pradesh
- d)Haryana
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which state tops the list in the 3rd edition of the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) report, 2021?
a)
Gujarat
b)
Maharashtra
c)
Uttar Pradesh
d)
Haryana
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Zara Khan answered |
Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal launched the 3rd edition of the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) report, 2021.
With which country,India signed a pact to speed up innovation, dual-use technology?- a)Israel
- b)Iran
- c)Japan
- d)USA
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
With which country,India signed a pact to speed up innovation, dual-use technology?
a)
Israel
b)
Iran
c)
Japan
d)
USA
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Zara Khan answered |
India and Israel signed a pact aimed at spurring innovation and speeding up the development of dual use technologies by small and medium sized firms in both countries.
Which organisationsigned an MoU with Japan Railway Track Consultant Co Limited (JRTC) for the designs of High-Speed Rail (HSR) track works?- a)NHSRCL
- b)NHAI
- c)IRDA
- d)MOFPI
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which organisationsigned an MoU with Japan Railway Track Consultant Co Limited (JRTC) for the designs of High-Speed Rail (HSR) track works?
a)
NHSRCL
b)
NHAI
c)
IRDA
d)
MOFPI
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Suresh Khanna answered |
The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), signed an MoU with Japan Railway Track Consultant Co Limited (JRTC) for the designs of High-Speed Rail (HSR) track works.
With which country,India agreed to strengthen defence and security partnershipby enhancing intelligence and information sharing?- a)UK
- b)France
- c)USA
- d)Russia
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
With which country,India agreed to strengthen defence and security partnershipby enhancing intelligence and information sharing?
a)
UK
b)
France
c)
USA
d)
Russia
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Vikram Verma answered |
A significant move, India and France agreed to strengthen defence and security partnershipby enhancing intelligence and information sharing, bolstering mutual capabilities, expanding military drills and pursuing new initiatives in maritime, space and cyber domains.
How much amount of loan was committed by EXIM Bank for Covid vaccines in FY 22?- a)$150 million
- b)$50 million
- c)$75 million
- d)$100 million
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
How much amount of loan was committed by EXIM Bank for Covid vaccines in FY 22?
a)
$150 million
b)
$50 million
c)
$75 million
d)
$100 million
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Meera Singh answered |
Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has committed loans worth $100 million for domestic manufacturers of Covid-19 vaccines or related products.
Which bank has inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Puducherry Cooperative Milk Producers Union (PONLAIT) to provide loan to individual dairy farmers?- a)SBI
- b)PNB
- c)IDBI
- d)UBI
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which bank has inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Puducherry Cooperative Milk Producers Union (PONLAIT) to provide loan to individual dairy farmers?
a)
SBI
b)
PNB
c)
IDBI
d)
UBI
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Rahul Mehta answered |
State Bank of India (Chennai circle) has inked a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Puducherry Cooperative Milk Producers Union (PONLAIT) to provide loan to individual dairy farmers
Recently Films Division paid cinematic tribute to Lala Lajpat Rai on his which death anniversary?- a)89th
- b)92nd
- c)90th
- d)93th
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Recently Films Division paid cinematic tribute to Lala Lajpat Rai on his which death anniversary?
a)
89th
b)
92nd
c)
90th
d)
93th
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Meera Singh answered |
Films Division will pay a cinematic tribute to the doyen of Indian Independence movement, popularly known as Punjab Kesari on his 93th death anniversary.
Which country’s Army chief has been conferred with the honorary rank of General of the Indian Army by President Ram Nath Kovind?- a)Sri Lanka
- b)Phillipines
- c)Nepal
- d)Maldives
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which country’s Army chief has been conferred with the honorary rank of General of the Indian Army by President Ram Nath Kovind?
a)
Sri Lanka
b)
Phillipines
c)
Nepal
d)
Maldives
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Ujjal Tongchangya answered |
Yes, Because is a small country and that people would not be more conferred themselves..that is the Nepal chief Army will promote the honarary rank of General of Indian Army..
Pilgrimage site Bhadrachalam of which state has been added as a destination in the IRCTC’s Ramayana Circuit train?- a)Tamil Nadu
- b)Telangana
- c)Karnataka
- d)Kerela
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Pilgrimage site Bhadrachalam of which state has been added as a destination in the IRCTC’s Ramayana Circuit train?
a)
Tamil Nadu
b)
Telangana
c)
Karnataka
d)
Kerela
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Utkarsh Joshi answered |
The Hindu pilgrimage site Bhadrachalam in Telangana has been added as one of the destinations in the Ramayana Circuit of the Pilgrim Special Train of IRCTC
What is the theme of recently launched global hackthon HARBINGER by RBI?- a)Innovation for Transformation
- b)Smarter Digital Payments
- c)Learn to lead
- d)Digital World
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
What is the theme of recently launched global hackthon HARBINGER by RBI?
a)
Innovation for Transformation
b)
Smarter Digital Payments
c)
Learn to lead
d)
Digital World
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Zara Khan answered |
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced its first global hackathon ‘HARBINGER 2021 – Innovation for Transformation’ with the theme ‘smarter digital payments’.
Which organisation has signed a MoU with UNODCto further strengthen the cooperation between the two organisations in fighting corruption and crime in sport?- a)IOC
- b)UNEP
- c)AFI
- d)SAI
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which organisation has signed a MoU with UNODCto further strengthen the cooperation between the two organisations in fighting corruption and crime in sport?
a)
IOC
b)
UNEP
c)
AFI
d)
SAI
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Poonam Reddy answered |
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to further strengthen the cooperation between the two organisations in fighting corruption and crime in sport.
Which state developed country’s ‘first-ever’ bamboo made cricket bat, stumps?- a)Assam
- b)Tripura
- c)Nagaland
- d)Meghalaya
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which state developed country’s ‘first-ever’ bamboo made cricket bat, stumps?
a)
Assam
b)
Tripura
c)
Nagaland
d)
Meghalaya
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Lalit Yadav answered |
Bamboo and Cane Development Institute (BCDI) of Tripura along with North East Centre of Technology Application and Reach (NECTAR) claimed to have developed the country’s first-ever bamboo made cricket bat maintaining all the standard protocols used for manufacturing cricket bats.
What is the total loan amount approved under Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX) by Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) & Asian Development Bank (ADB) to India for procuring COVID-19 vaccines?- a)USD 5 Trillion
- b)USD 5 Billion
- c)USD 2 Billion
- d)USD 2 Trillion
- e)USD 1 Billion
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
What is the total loan amount approved under Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX) by Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) & Asian Development Bank (ADB) to India for procuring COVID-19 vaccines?
a)
USD 5 Trillion
b)
USD 5 Billion
c)
USD 2 Billion
d)
USD 2 Trillion
e)
USD 1 Billion
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Mira Sharma answered |
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) along with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) are currently processing a USD 2 billion loan for India to purchase COVID-19 vaccines under ADB’s Asia Pacific Vaccine Access Facility (APVAX).
- AIIB provides USD 500 million and the Manila-based ADB is expected to finance USD 1.5 billion.
Identify the state government that launched the mobile app – ‘e-Sarkar’ on pilot basis to make paperless administrative works.- a)Gujarat
- b)Assam
- c)West Bengal
- d)Karnataka
- e)Uttar Pradesh
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Identify the state government that launched the mobile app – ‘e-Sarkar’ on pilot basis to make paperless administrative works.
a)
Gujarat
b)
Assam
c)
West Bengal
d)
Karnataka
e)
Uttar Pradesh
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Nikita Singh answered |
The Gujarat government launched the ‘e-Sarkar’ app on a pilot basis to make administrative works paperless, quick and easy for citizens.
- The state govt plans to launch the app on a full scale on December 25, 2021, the Good Governance Day.
Satyajit Ray, the only Indian to receive Academy Honorary Award, received the prestigious award in which year?- a)2001
- b)1992
- c)1987
- d)2003
- e)1995
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Satyajit Ray, the only Indian to receive Academy Honorary Award, received the prestigious award in which year?
a)
2001
b)
1992
c)
1987
d)
2003
e)
1995
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Vinod Mehta answered |
Satyajit Ray is the only Indian to receive Academy Honorary Award, he received the award during 1992 Oscars.
Who will Chair the 20-member Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS) that was recently (in Nov’21) set-up to look after the implementation of ‘PM Gati Shakti’ programme?- a)Prime Minister
- b)Secretary of Road Transport & Highways
- c)Cabinet Secretary
- d)Chairman of Railway Board
- e)Union Minister of Tourism
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Who will Chair the 20-member Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS) that was recently (in Nov’21) set-up to look after the implementation of ‘PM Gati Shakti’ programme?
a)
Prime Minister
b)
Secretary of Road Transport & Highways
c)
Cabinet Secretary
d)
Chairman of Railway Board
e)
Union Minister of Tourism
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Vikram Verma answered |
In October 2021, the Prime Minister (PM) of India, Narendra Damodardas Modi launched ‘PM Gati Shakti – National Master Plan for Multi-Modal Connectivity’ during an event at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
- He announced a 20-member Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS) to look after the implementation of ‘PM Gati Shakti’, which will be Chaired by the Cabinet Secretary (Currently Rajiv Gauba).
Which state won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021?- a)Madhya Pradesh
- b)Karnataka
- c)Kerala
- d)Tamil Nadu
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which state won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021?
a)
Madhya Pradesh
b)
Karnataka
c)
Kerala
d)
Tamil Nadu
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Amit Sharma answered |
M Shahrukh Khan smashed a dramatic last ball six to help Tamil Nadu defend the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 title with a thrilling four-wicket win over Karnataka in the summit clash.
Where is Indian Oil Corporation planning to set-up India’s first mega-scale Maleic Anhydride Plant?- a)Panipat, Haryana
- b)Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
- c)Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
- d)Nashik, Maharashtra
- e)Durgapur, West Bengal
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Where is Indian Oil Corporation planning to set-up India’s first mega-scale Maleic Anhydride Plant?
a)
Panipat, Haryana
b)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
c)
Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
d)
Nashik, Maharashtra
e)
Durgapur, West Bengal
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Zara Khan answered |
The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) will set up India’s first mega-scale Maleic Anhydride Plant with an outlay of Rs 3,681 crore to manufacture value-added chemical products at its Panipat refinery and petroleum complex (PRPC) in Haryana.
Where was the 3-day long National Tribal Dance Festival 2021 celebrated?- a)Kolkata, West Bengal
- b)Hyderabad, Telangana
- c)Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- d)Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- e)Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?
Where was the 3-day long National Tribal Dance Festival 2021 celebrated?
a)
Kolkata, West Bengal
b)
Hyderabad, Telangana
c)
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
d)
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
e)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
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Alok Verma answered |
Chhattisgarh observed a 3-days annual 2nd National Tribal Dance Festival 2021, which was held at Raipur’s Science College ground as a part of the tourism development plan of the state.
- Chhattisgarh also observed its state foundation day – Rajyotsava (on November 1, 2021).
___________ addressed the “Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue” (IPRD) 2021, where he highlighted the importance of maintaining the rules under United Nations Convention on the Law of Seas (UNCLOS), ________.- a)Rajnath Singh; 1975
- b)Narendra Modi; 1982
- c)Rajnath Singh; 1947
- d)Narendra Modi; 1975
- e)Rajnath Singh; 1982
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?
___________ addressed the “Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue” (IPRD) 2021, where he highlighted the importance of maintaining the rules under United Nations Convention on the Law of Seas (UNCLOS), ________.
a)
Rajnath Singh; 1975
b)
Narendra Modi; 1982
c)
Rajnath Singh; 1947
d)
Narendra Modi; 1975
e)
Rajnath Singh; 1982
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Poonam Reddy answered |
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the “Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue” (IPRD) 2021, where he highlighted the importance of protecting the maritime interest of countries & maintaining a rule-based maritime system as per the United Nations Convention on the Law of Seas (UNCLOS), 1982.
- 2021’s IPRD was held under the theme “Evolution in Maritime Strategy during the 21st Century: Imperatives, Challenges and Way Ahead”
Which country issued an LoE (Letter of Exchange) with India to formalize 7 additional Entry – exit trade points?- a)Nepal
- b)Afghanistan
- c)Bhutan
- d)Myanmar
- e)Pakistan
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which country issued an LoE (Letter of Exchange) with India to formalize 7 additional Entry – exit trade points?
a)
Nepal
b)
Afghanistan
c)
Bhutan
d)
Myanmar
e)
Pakistan
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Mira Sharma answered |
India and Bhutan formalised 7 additional entry – exit points for trade through Letters of Exchange (LoE) issued during the Commerce Secretary level meeting, the countries that discussed Trade & Transit issues.
In October 2021, Cricketer Alan Keith Davidson, who was the 1st player to score 100 runs and take 10 wickets in a single Test match passed away. Which country did he represent in International Cricket?- a)West Indies
- b)South Africa
- c)England
- d)Australia
- e)Netherlands
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In October 2021, Cricketer Alan Keith Davidson, who was the 1st player to score 100 runs and take 10 wickets in a single Test match passed away. Which country did he represent in International Cricket?
a)
West Indies
b)
South Africa
c)
England
d)
Australia
e)
Netherlands
|
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Lalit Yadav answered |
The Australian all-rounder cricketer Alan Keith Davidson passed away at the age of 92. He was the first player to score 100 runs and take 10 wickets in a single Test match.
- Former Australian Test spinner Ashley Mallett passed away at the age of 76 in Adelaide, South Australia.
When is World Vegan Day annually observed?- a)1st November
- b)2nd November
- c)3rd November
- d)4th November
- e)5th November
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
When is World Vegan Day annually observed?
a)
1st November
b)
2nd November
c)
3rd November
d)
4th November
e)
5th November
|
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Nikita Singh answered |
World Vegan Day is annually observed by vegans across the globe on November 1st to encourage people to follow a vegan lifestyle which is beneficial to one’s health as well as good for the environment.
Which company launched a client innovation centre in Mysuru, Karnataka, with support from the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM)?- a)Infosys
- b)Wipro
- c)IBM
- d)TCS
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which company launched a client innovation centre in Mysuru, Karnataka, with support from the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM)?
a)
Infosys
b)
Wipro
c)
IBM
d)
TCS
|
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Suresh Khanna answered |
IBM Corp. launched a client innovation centre in Mysuru, Karnataka, with support from the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) which aims to attract companies to set up operations in cities beyond Bengaluru.
Who becomes the youngest bowler to take 400 T20 wickets?- a)Mohammed Nabi
- b)Rashid Khan
- c)Tim Southee
- d)Alex Riley
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Who becomes the youngest bowler to take 400 T20 wickets?
a)
Mohammed Nabi
b)
Rashid Khan
c)
Tim Southee
d)
Alex Riley
|
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Vt Sir - Kota answered |
Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan became the youngest bowler to take 400 T20 wicketsduring his team’s crucial Super 12 encounter against New Zealand in Dubai. Rashid joined an elite list of cricketers as he picked up his 400th wicket in the ongoing New Zealand vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup game.
Which bank launched Vaccine-linked deposit scheme knows as Kavacham?- a)Kerala Gramin Bank
- b)Gramin Bank of Aryavrat
- c)MadyanchalGramin Bank
- d)IDBI bank
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which bank launched Vaccine-linked deposit scheme knows as Kavacham?
a)
Kerala Gramin Bank
b)
Gramin Bank of Aryavrat
c)
MadyanchalGramin Bank
d)
IDBI bank
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Nikita Singh answered |
Even as government bodies are exploring options to encourage people to take Covid jabs, a regional rural bank in Kerala has come out with a novel motivational incentive by offering an additional interest rate on the deposits for its customers.
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