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India has been ranked at which position among countries in the list of UN World Happiness Report 2021? - a)145
- b)140
- c)124
- d)139
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
India has been ranked at which position among countries in the list of UN World Happiness Report 2021?
a)
145
b)
140
c)
124
d)
139
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Nikita Singh answered |
India has been ranked 139 out of 149 countries in the list of UN World Happiness Report 2021 released which is topped by Finland. In 2019, India was ranked 140th. 138th — Sierra Leone. 139th – Burundi.
People in war-torn Afghanistan are the most unhappy with their lives, followed by Zimbabwe (148), Rwanda (147), Botswana (146) and Lesotho (145).
People in war-torn Afghanistan are the most unhappy with their lives, followed by Zimbabwe (148), Rwanda (147), Botswana (146) and Lesotho (145).
Moudud Ahmed who passed away was the former prime minister of which country? - a)Turkey
- b)Bangladesh
- c)Pakistan
- d)Kuwait
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Moudud Ahmed who passed away was the former prime minister of which country?
a)
Turkey
b)
Bangladesh
c)
Pakistan
d)
Kuwait
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Poonam Reddy answered |
Former Bangladesh PM and eminent lawyer Moudud Ahmed passed away while undergoing treatment at a Singapore hospital.He was 81.
What is the theme of World Civil Defence Day 2021?
- a)Civil Defence and the first aider in every home
- b)Civil Defence and Safety at Home
- c)Strong Civil Protection to preserve the economy
- d)Civil Defence and national institutions against disasters
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
What is the theme of World Civil Defence Day 2021?
a)
Civil Defence and the first aider in every home
b)
Civil Defence and Safety at Home
c)
Strong Civil Protection to preserve the economy
d)
Civil Defence and national institutions against disasters
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Zara Khan answered |
World Civil Defence Day is observed on March 1 annually, across the world. The theme of World Civil Defence Day 2021-Civil Defence and the first aider in every home.
Who won the first MK Arjunan Master Award 2021? - a)Navneet Jain
- b)Sreekumaran Thampi
- c)Sidirao Dev
- d)Shri Shri Ravishankar
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Who won the first MK Arjunan Master Award 2021?
a)
Navneet Jain
b)
Sreekumaran Thampi
c)
Sidirao Dev
d)
Shri Shri Ravishankar
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Baishali Choudhury answered |
Introduction:
The MK Arjunan Master Award is a prestigious recognition presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of music. The award is named after the renowned music director and composer, MK Arjunan Master. In 2021, the first MK Arjunan Master Award was presented to Sreekumaran Thampi.
Background:
MK Arjunan Master was a prominent figure in the Malayalam film industry and composed music for numerous films. He is known for his melodious compositions and his contributions to the field of music. To honor his legacy, the MK Arjunan Master Award was established to recognize individuals who have excelled in the field of music.
Details about the First MK Arjunan Master Award 2021:
The first MK Arjunan Master Award was presented in 2021 to Sreekumaran Thampi. Sreekumaran Thampi is a renowned lyricist and writer in the Malayalam film industry. He has written lyrics for numerous hit songs and has collaborated with various music directors and artists.
Justification for the Answer:
The answer to the question is option 'B' - Sreekumaran Thampi. He was the recipient of the first MK Arjunan Master Award in 2021. Sreekumaran Thampi's contribution to the field of music, particularly through his impactful lyrics, has earned him this prestigious recognition.
Conclusion:
The MK Arjunan Master Award is a significant accolade in the field of music, and it was presented to Sreekumaran Thampi in 2021. His exceptional work as a lyricist and writer in the Malayalam film industry has made him deserving of this honor.
The MK Arjunan Master Award is a prestigious recognition presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of music. The award is named after the renowned music director and composer, MK Arjunan Master. In 2021, the first MK Arjunan Master Award was presented to Sreekumaran Thampi.
Background:
MK Arjunan Master was a prominent figure in the Malayalam film industry and composed music for numerous films. He is known for his melodious compositions and his contributions to the field of music. To honor his legacy, the MK Arjunan Master Award was established to recognize individuals who have excelled in the field of music.
Details about the First MK Arjunan Master Award 2021:
The first MK Arjunan Master Award was presented in 2021 to Sreekumaran Thampi. Sreekumaran Thampi is a renowned lyricist and writer in the Malayalam film industry. He has written lyrics for numerous hit songs and has collaborated with various music directors and artists.
Justification for the Answer:
The answer to the question is option 'B' - Sreekumaran Thampi. He was the recipient of the first MK Arjunan Master Award in 2021. Sreekumaran Thampi's contribution to the field of music, particularly through his impactful lyrics, has earned him this prestigious recognition.
Conclusion:
The MK Arjunan Master Award is a significant accolade in the field of music, and it was presented to Sreekumaran Thampi in 2021. His exceptional work as a lyricist and writer in the Malayalam film industry has made him deserving of this honor.
According to a United Nations report, how much estimated food were wasted globally in 2019? - a)952 million tonnes
- b)931 million tonnes
- c)968 million tonnes
- d)927 million tonnes
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
According to a United Nations report, how much estimated food were wasted globally in 2019?
a)
952 million tonnes
b)
931 million tonnes
c)
968 million tonnes
d)
927 million tonnes
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Mira Sharma answered |
An estimated 931 million tonnes of food were wasted globally in 2019, enough to circle the Earth seven times, according to a UN report which said that household food waste in India is about 68.7 million tonnes a year.
According to a report released by EY-IVCA Trend Book 2021, the e-commerce sector in India is expected to reach $99 billion by which year? - a)2026
- b)2024
- c)2023
- d)2025
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
According to a report released by EY-IVCA Trend Book 2021, the e-commerce sector in India is expected to reach $99 billion by which year?
a)
2026
b)
2024
c)
2023
d)
2025
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Rajiv Reddy answered |
The e-commerce sector in India is predicted to grow at a 27% CAGR over 2019-24 and is expected to reach $99 billion by 2024, according to a report released by EY-IVCA Trend Book 2021.
Which company launched a new web platform ‘Women Will’ to support 1 million rural women in India to become entrepreneurs? - a)Microsoft
- b)Facebook
- c)Amazon
- d)Google
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which company launched a new web platform ‘Women Will’ to support 1 million rural women in India to become entrepreneurs?
a)
Microsoft
b)
Facebook
c)
Amazon
d)
Google
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Goel UPSC Coaching Center answered |
Marking the importance of “International Women’s Day”, Google India kick-started a new web platform ‘Women Will’ to empower Indian women.
This platform will provide its support to 1 million rural women in India to become entrepreneurs.
This platform will provide its support to 1 million rural women in India to become entrepreneurs.
National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development announced in this year’s budget, approved by cabinet, will be set up with a corpus and initial grant of how much amount respectively? - a)Rs 20,000 cr and Rs 8,000 cr
- b)Rs 20,000 cr and Rs 5,000 cr
- c)Rs 22,000 cr and Rs 5,000 cr
- d)Rs 25,000 cr and Rs 7,000 cr
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development announced in this year’s budget, approved by cabinet, will be set up with a corpus and initial grant of how much amount respectively?
a)
Rs 20,000 cr and Rs 8,000 cr
b)
Rs 20,000 cr and Rs 5,000 cr
c)
Rs 22,000 cr and Rs 5,000 cr
d)
Rs 25,000 cr and Rs 7,000 cr
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Vikram Verma answered |
The cabinet has approved a detailed proposal for setting up the developmental finance institution (DFI) that was announced in the budget last month, clearing the decks for a dedicated government-owned infrastructure financier.
The National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) will be set up with a corpus of ₹20,000 crore and an initial grant of ₹5,000 crore from the government.
The National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) will be set up with a corpus of ₹20,000 crore and an initial grant of ₹5,000 crore from the government.
S Srimathy is appointed as the Executive Director of which bank? - a)Indian Overseas Bank
- b)Indian Bank
- c)Canara Bank
- d)Dena Bank
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
S Srimathy is appointed as the Executive Director of which bank?
a)
Indian Overseas Bank
b)
Indian Bank
c)
Canara Bank
d)
Dena Bank
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Poonam Reddy answered |
S Srimathy has assumed charge as Executive Director of Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) with effect from March 10.
Which country launched “AsterX”, its first military exercise in space to evaluate its ability to defend its satellites and other defense equipment from an attack? - a)Iraq
- b)Russia
- c)France
- d)Italy
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which country launched “AsterX”, its first military exercise in space to evaluate its ability to defend its satellites and other defense equipment from an attack?
a)
Iraq
b)
Russia
c)
France
d)
Italy
|
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Mira Sharma answered |
France launched its first military exercise in space to evaluate its ability to defend its satellites and other defense equipment from an attack.
The exercise, codenamed “AsterX” in memory of the first French satellite from 1965, will be based on 18 simulated events in an operations room.
The exercise, codenamed “AsterX” in memory of the first French satellite from 1965, will be based on 18 simulated events in an operations room.
Which city topped the list of 111 cities in the government’s ‘Ease of Living Index’? - a)Bengaluru
- b)Pune
- c)Chennai
- d)Mumbai
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which city topped the list of 111 cities in the government’s ‘Ease of Living Index’?
a)
Bengaluru
b)
Pune
c)
Chennai
d)
Mumbai
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Poonam Reddy answered |
Bengaluru topped the list of 111 cities in the government’s ‘Ease of Living Index’, followed by Pune, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Surat, Navi Mumbai, Coimbatore and Vadodara.
Shimla was ranked top in the category of cities with ‘population less than million’.
New Delhi Municipal Council topped the ‘Municipal Performance Index’ list in the ‘less than million population’ category.
Indore was ranked top on the ‘Municipal Performance Index’ list in the million-plus population category.
Shimla was ranked top in the category of cities with ‘population less than million’.
New Delhi Municipal Council topped the ‘Municipal Performance Index’ list in the ‘less than million population’ category.
Indore was ranked top on the ‘Municipal Performance Index’ list in the million-plus population category.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has tied up with which institute to set up a Space Technology Incubation Center (S-TIC) in the institute to carry out research and product development in space technology field?- a)NIT Patna
- b)NIT Mangalore
- c)NIT Rourkela
- d)NIT Jalandhar
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has tied up with which institute to set up a Space Technology Incubation Center (S-TIC) in the institute to carry out research and product development in space technology field?
a)
NIT Patna
b)
NIT Mangalore
c)
NIT Rourkela
d)
NIT Jalandhar
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Alok Verma answered |
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will set up a Space Technology Incubation Center (S-TIC) at the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) to carry out research and product development in space technology field.
ISRO will provide an annual grant-in-aid of ₹2 crore for a period of up to two years to NIT Rourkela as seed money for setting up the S-TIC.
ISRO will provide an annual grant-in-aid of ₹2 crore for a period of up to two years to NIT Rourkela as seed money for setting up the S-TIC.
WE Hub, India’s first and only state-led incubator to foster and promote women entrepreneurship announced ‘UPSurge’ with collaboration with which country? - a)Canada
- b)Australia
- c)France
- d)Italy
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
WE Hub, India’s first and only state-led incubator to foster and promote women entrepreneurship announced ‘UPSurge’ with collaboration with which country?
a)
Canada
b)
Australia
c)
France
d)
Italy
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Vinod Mehta answered |
WE Hub, India’s first and only state-led incubator to foster and promote women entrepreneurship to start up, scale up and accelerate with global market access, announced ‘UPSurge’, a collaboration with the Australian government.
In March 2021, Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) approved IPO application requests via which app? - a)Paytm
- b)Airtel Thanks
- c)YONO SBI
- d)Freecharge
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In March 2021, Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) approved IPO application requests via which app?
a)
Paytm
b)
Airtel Thanks
c)
YONO SBI
d)
Freecharge
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Rhea Reddy answered |
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has approved IPO application requests via Paytm UPI handle. This will help enable fast and seamless applications for the IPO, Paytm Payments Bank Ltd said.
Who has been inducted as one of the board members of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI)? - a)Ravi Shastri
- b)Kapil Dev
- c)Anil Kumble
- d)Sunil Gavaskar
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Who has been inducted as one of the board members of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI)?
a)
Ravi Shastri
b)
Kapil Dev
c)
Anil Kumble
d)
Sunil Gavaskar
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Mira Sharma answered |
Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev was inducted as one of the board members of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI).
Telangana Grameena Bank and which other grameen bank have become the first among RRBs in the country to launch video-KYC facility? - a)Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank
- b)Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank
- c)Uttar Bihar Gramin Bank
- d)Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Telangana Grameena Bank and which other grameen bank have become the first among RRBs in the country to launch video-KYC facility?
a)
Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank
b)
Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank
c)
Uttar Bihar Gramin Bank
d)
Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank
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Alok Verma answered |
Telangana Grameena Bank (TGB) and Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank (APGVB) have become the first among RRBs in the country who have launched digital savings account opening facility through Video-Know Your Customer (KYC).
Which country is going to build the world’s first refuge for the platypus, to promote breeding and rehabilitation? - a)Australia
- b)Netherlands
- c)Denmark
- d)Haiti
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which country is going to build the world’s first refuge for the platypus, to promote breeding and rehabilitation?
a)
Australia
b)
Netherlands
c)
Denmark
d)
Haiti
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Rhea Reddy answered |
Australian conservationists unveiled plans to build the world’s first refuge for the platypus, to promote breeding and rehabilitation as the duck-billed mammal faces extinction due to climate change.
The World Customs Organisation recognised Central Revenues Control Laboratory CRCL, New Delhi as a regional customs laboratory for Asia Pacific. Where is the HQ of World Customs Organisation situated? - a)Rome, Italy
- b)Sydney, Australia
- c)California, USA
- d)Brussels, Belgium
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
The World Customs Organisation recognised Central Revenues Control Laboratory CRCL, New Delhi as a regional customs laboratory for Asia Pacific. Where is the HQ of World Customs Organisation situated?
a)
Rome, Italy
b)
Sydney, Australia
c)
California, USA
d)
Brussels, Belgium
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Vikram Verma answered |
The World Customs Organisation recognised Central Revenues Control Laboratory CRCL, New Delhi as a regional customs laboratory for Asia Pacific. The CRCL is working under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, CBIC.
Which institute topped the QS World University Rankings by Subject in which 12 Indian institutions made it to the top 100? - a)California Institute of Technology
- b)Harvard University
- c)Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- d)Stanford University
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which institute topped the QS World University Rankings by Subject in which 12 Indian institutions made it to the top 100?
a)
California Institute of Technology
b)
Harvard University
c)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
d)
Stanford University
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Suresh Khanna answered |
According to the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject, as many as 25 courses offered by Indian universities have been featured in the top 100 globally while 12 Indian institutions have made it to the top 100.
12 institutions which made to the top 12 include IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IISC Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad, JNU, Anna University, University of Delhi, and OP Jindal University.
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA have retained its position as number 1.
12 institutions which made to the top 12 include IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IISC Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad, JNU, Anna University, University of Delhi, and OP Jindal University.
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA have retained its position as number 1.
Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of the International Boxing Association’s (AIBA) champions and veterans committee?- a)Lucia Rijker
- b)Christy Martin
- c)Regina Halmich
- d)Mary Kom
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of the International Boxing Association’s (AIBA) champions and veterans committee?
a)
Lucia Rijker
b)
Christy Martin
c)
Regina Halmich
d)
Mary Kom
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Rhea Reddy answered |
Six-time world champion pugilist Mary Kom has been appointed as the Chairperson of the International Boxing Association’s (AIBA) champions and veterans committee.
In February 2021, Unified Payments Interface or UPI has registered how many trasactions worth over 4,25,000 crore rupees? - a)3.41 billion
- b)2.78 billion
- c)2.29 billion
- d)3.12 billion
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In February 2021, Unified Payments Interface or UPI has registered how many trasactions worth over 4,25,000 crore rupees?
a)
3.41 billion
b)
2.78 billion
c)
2.29 billion
d)
3.12 billion
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Zara Khan answered |
Unified Payments Interface or UPI has registered 2.29 billion transactions worth over 4 lakh 25 thousand crore rupees in the last month.
What is the theme for International Women’s Day 2021? - a)Think equal, build smart, innovate for change
- b)Realizing Women’s Rights
- c)I am Generation Equality
- d)Choose to Challenge
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
What is the theme for International Women’s Day 2021?
a)
Think equal, build smart, innovate for change
b)
Realizing Women’s Rights
c)
I am Generation Equality
d)
Choose to Challenge
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Zara Khan answered |
International Women’s Day celebrated on March 8 every to honour women, salute their courage, celebrate their success and raise awareness about women’s equality.
This year, the theme for International Women’s Day is “Choose To Challenge”.
This year, the theme for International Women’s Day is “Choose To Challenge”.
According to a report by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), India’s FY22 GDP may grow at what percent? - a)7.2%
- b)7.0%
- c)5.6%
- d)6.7%
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
According to a report by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), India’s FY22 GDP may grow at what percent?
a)
7.2%
b)
7.0%
c)
5.6%
d)
6.7%
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Alok Verma answered |
India’s FY22 GDP may grow at 7%: UNESCAP
Which bank has been awarded ‘Great place to work’ certification by the Great place to Work Institute? - a)Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
- b)ESAF Small Finance Bank
- c)Equitas Small Finance Bank
- d)Jana Small Finance Bank
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which bank has been awarded ‘Great place to work’ certification by the Great place to Work Institute?
a)
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
b)
ESAF Small Finance Bank
c)
Equitas Small Finance Bank
d)
Jana Small Finance Bank
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Rajiv Reddy answered |
Kerala based ESAF Small Finance Bank had been awarded ‘Great place to work’ certification by the Great place to Work Institute.
Which of the following has established an e-Tendering Portal-PRANIT? - a)Steel Authority of India
- b)NHPC Limited
- c)Power Grid Corporation of India
- d)Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following has established an e-Tendering Portal-PRANIT?
a)
Steel Authority of India
b)
NHPC Limited
c)
Power Grid Corporation of India
d)
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
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Suresh Khanna answered |
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, a central PSU, has established an e-Tendering Portal-PRANIT. This will lead to less paperwork, ease of operation and make the tendering process more transparent.
Which state has become the first in the country to launch FPO (Farmer Producer Organization) Shakti Portal as part of Kisan Kalyan Mission? - a)Uttar Pradesh
- b)Karnataka
- c)Rajasthan
- d)Madhya Pradesh
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which state has become the first in the country to launch FPO (Farmer Producer Organization) Shakti Portal as part of Kisan Kalyan Mission?
a)
Uttar Pradesh
b)
Karnataka
c)
Rajasthan
d)
Madhya Pradesh
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Mira Sharma answered |
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched UPFPO Shakti Portal as part of Kisan Kalyan Mission at an event in Gorakhpur. The portal, which is the first of its kind in the country, is aimed at benefiting the farmers at the grassroots level.
Which state/UT has become the third in the country to achieve 100 percent Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) coverage?- a)Puducherry
- b)Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- c)Andhra Pradesh
- d)Gujarat
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which state/UT has become the third in the country to achieve 100 percent Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) coverage?
a)
Puducherry
b)
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
c)
Andhra Pradesh
d)
Gujarat
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Alok Verma answered |
Andaman and Nicobar Islands Lt. Governor Admiral D K Joshi declared that the UT achieved 100 percent Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) coverage in Islands. With this, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands becomes the third state/UT in the country to achieve the target after Goa and Telangana under Jal Jeevan Mission.
Who won gold medal in Women’s 10 metre air pistol event at the 2021 ISSF World Cup at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi? - a)Manu Bhaker
- b)Chinki Yadav
- c)Yashaswini Singh Deswal
- d)Nivetha Paramanantham
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Who won gold medal in Women’s 10 metre air pistol event at the 2021 ISSF World Cup at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi?
a)
Manu Bhaker
b)
Chinki Yadav
c)
Yashaswini Singh Deswal
d)
Nivetha Paramanantham
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Poonam Reddy answered |
India finished at the top of the medals table at the 2021 ISSF World Cup at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi. India secured 30 medals which included 15 gold, 9 silver and 6 bronze. USA came second with eight medals including four gold, three silver and one bronze.
Pakistan and China will hold joint exercise “Pabbi-Antiterror-2021” with which other country? - a)Singapore
- b)Nepal
- c)India
- d)Russia
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Pakistan and China will hold joint exercise “Pabbi-Antiterror-2021” with which other country?
a)
Singapore
b)
Nepal
c)
India
d)
Russia
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Rhea Reddy answered |
India, Pakistan, China and other members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) will hold a joint anti-terrorism exercise this year.
The decision to hold the joint exercise “Pabbi-Antiterror-2021” was announced during the 36th meeting of the Council of the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
The decision to hold the joint exercise “Pabbi-Antiterror-2021” was announced during the 36th meeting of the Council of the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
In partnership with which of the following has Yes Bank launched ‘YES Essence Plus’, a unique accelerator to support women-led startups? - a)SHEROES
- b)NAAREE
- c)SAIREE
- d)NOILSEE
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In partnership with which of the following has Yes Bank launched ‘YES Essence Plus’, a unique accelerator to support women-led startups?
a)
SHEROES
b)
NAAREE
c)
SAIREE
d)
NOILSEE
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Vikram Verma answered |
YES BANK announced the launch of YES Essence Plus, a unique accelerator to support women-led startups in partnership with SHEROES, the women-only social network.
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has signed an agreement with the Government of India, to provide how much loan amount for development of Phase 2 of ‘R6, 2A and 2B’ of Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL)?- a)Yen 52,872 million
- b)Yen 52,451 million
- c)Yen 52,376 million
- d)Yen 52,036 million
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has signed an agreement with the Government of India, to provide how much loan amount for development of Phase 2 of ‘R6, 2A and 2B’ of Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL)?
a)
Yen 52,872 million
b)
Yen 52,451 million
c)
Yen 52,376 million
d)
Yen 52,036 million
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Nikita Singh answered |
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has signed an agreement with the Government of India, to provide Japanese (ODA) loan amounting to Japanese Yen 52,036 million (approximately ₹3,717 crore) for the development of Phase 2 of ‘R6, 2A and 2B’ of Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL)in Bengaluru.
Which country has successfully launched its first satellite “Arktika-M” to monitor the Arctic’s climate and environment? - a)Australia
- b)India
- c)France
- d)Russia
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Which country has successfully launched its first satellite “Arktika-M” to monitor the Arctic’s climate and environment?
a)
Australia
b)
India
c)
France
d)
Russia
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Vinod Mehta answered |
Russia has successfully launched its first satellite to monitor the Arctic’s climate and environment, the country’s space corporation Roscosmos.
A Soyuz-2.1b carrier rocket with the “Arktika-M” satellite on board blasted off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.
A Soyuz-2.1b carrier rocket with the “Arktika-M” satellite on board blasted off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.
Who has become the most successful captain in T20 internationals breaking MS Dhoni’s record? - a)Virat Kohli
- b)Simon Katich
- c)Mashrafe Mortaza
- d)Asghar Afghan
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Who has become the most successful captain in T20 internationals breaking MS Dhoni’s record?
a)
Virat Kohli
b)
Simon Katich
c)
Mashrafe Mortaza
d)
Asghar Afghan
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Suresh Khanna answered |
Afghanistan’s Asghar Afghan went past former India captain MS Dhoni to become the most successful captain in T20 internationals.
Which country regained its position as India’s top trade partner in 2020? - a)Australia
- b)China
- c)USA
- d)Switzerland
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which country regained its position as India’s top trade partner in 2020?
a)
Australia
b)
China
c)
USA
d)
Switzerland
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Kiran Reddy answered |
China regained its position as India’s top trade partner in 2020, as New Delhi’s reliance on imported machines outweighed its efforts to curb commerce with Beijing after a bloody border conflict.
According to Moody’s, India’s gross domestic product (GDP) is likely to grow at what percent in 2021?- a)12.0%
- b)7.8%
- c)8.9%
- d)11.4%
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
According to Moody’s, India’s gross domestic product (GDP) is likely to grow at what percent in 2021?
a)
12.0%
b)
7.8%
c)
8.9%
d)
11.4%
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Zara Khan answered |
After contracting by 7.1 per cent in 2020, India’s gross domestic product (GDP) is likely to grow 12 per cent in 2021 as near-term prospects have turned more favourable, Moody’s Analytics said.
Union minister Nitin Gadkari expected to complete the construction work of Dwarka Expressway before 15 August 2022. It will connect Dwarka in Delhi to which region? - a)Gurugram
- b)Noida
- c)Jaipur
- d)Agra
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Union minister Nitin Gadkari expected to complete the construction work of Dwarka Expressway before 15 August 2022. It will connect Dwarka in Delhi to which region?
a)
Gurugram
b)
Noida
c)
Jaipur
d)
Agra
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Alok Verma answered |
Union minister Nitin Gadkari said that he is hopeful that the construction work on Rs 8,662-crore Dwarka Expressway will be completed before 15 August 2022.
The 29-km expressway, which connects Dwarka in Delhi to Gurugram, is being constructed under the Bharatmala Project.
The 29-km expressway, which connects Dwarka in Delhi to Gurugram, is being constructed under the Bharatmala Project.
Samia Suluhu Hassan is sworn in as the first female president of which president? - a)Tanzania
- b)Ethiopia
- c)Mozambique
- d)Uganda
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Samia Suluhu Hassan is sworn in as the first female president of which president?
a)
Tanzania
b)
Ethiopia
c)
Mozambique
d)
Uganda
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Mira Sharma answered |
Samia Suluhu Hassan made history when she was sworn in as Tanzania’s first female president after the death of her controversial predecessor, John Magufuli, who denied that COVID-19 is a problem in the East African country.
Which state/UT government has launched the SAAMAR (Strategic Action for Alleviation of Malnutrition and Anemia Reduction) campaign to tackle malnutrition in the state? - a)Jharkhand
- b)Himachal Pradesh
- c)Jammu and Kashmir
- d)Karnataka
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which state/UT government has launched the SAAMAR (Strategic Action for Alleviation of Malnutrition and Anemia Reduction) campaign to tackle malnutrition in the state?
a)
Jharkhand
b)
Himachal Pradesh
c)
Jammu and Kashmir
d)
Karnataka
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Suresh Khanna answered |
The Jharkhand government announced the launch of SAAMAR (Strategic Action for Alleviation of Malnutrition and Anemia Reduction) campaign to tackle malnutrition in the state.
Which company has become the first Company globally to be certified with highest level of verification – L3, by UN-backed Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) ecolabel? - a)LT Foods Limited
- b)Heritage Foods
- c)Ruchi Soya
- d)REI Agro Limited
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which company has become the first Company globally to be certified with highest level of verification – L3, by UN-backed Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) ecolabel?
a)
LT Foods Limited
b)
Heritage Foods
c)
Ruchi Soya
d)
REI Agro Limited
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Alok Verma answered |
LT Foods Limited has become the first Company globally to be certified with highest level of verification – L3, by UN-backed Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) ecolabel.
Samsung India partnered with which university to open a Samsung Innovation Lab under the Samsung Innovation Campus initiative? - a)Delhi Technological University
- b)Birla Institute of Technology and Science
- c)Netaji Subhas University of Technology
- d)Maharshi Dayanand University
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Samsung India partnered with which university to open a Samsung Innovation Lab under the Samsung Innovation Campus initiative?
a)
Delhi Technological University
b)
Birla Institute of Technology and Science
c)
Netaji Subhas University of Technology
d)
Maharshi Dayanand University
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Rhea Reddy answered |
Samsung India has inaugurated a Samsung Innovation Lab at Delhi Technological University (DTU) under the Samsung Innovation Campus initiative, strengthening its commitment towards the Government’s Skill India initiative as part of its new vision #PoweringDigitalIndia.
Where did the 11th edition of the joint military exercise ‘Vajra Prahar’ between special forces of India and the US held? - a)Chamba
- b)Bhuntur
- c)Bakloh
- d)Palampur
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Where did the 11th edition of the joint military exercise ‘Vajra Prahar’ between special forces of India and the US held?
a)
Chamba
b)
Bhuntur
c)
Bakloh
d)
Palampur
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Kiran Reddy answered |
Special forces of India and the US carried out a joint military exercise at Bakloh in Himachal Pradesh to further enhance interoperability between the two sides. It was the 11th edition of the exercise ‘Vajra Prahar’.
Which bank partnered with TRRAIN (Trust for Retailers & Retail Associates of India), a non-profit engaged in training and placement of youth in e-commerce & retail sectors?- a)DBS Bank
- b)City Union Bank
- c)Catholic Syrian Bank
- d)RBL Bank
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which bank partnered with TRRAIN (Trust for Retailers & Retail Associates of India), a non-profit engaged in training and placement of youth in e-commerce & retail sectors?
a)
DBS Bank
b)
City Union Bank
c)
Catholic Syrian Bank
d)
RBL Bank
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Rhea Reddy answered |
DBS Bank India announced its partnership with TRRAIN (Trust for Retailers & Retail Associates of India), a non-profit engaged in training and placement of youth in e-commerce & retail sectors.
The certificate of registration of which company as a sub-broker has been cancelled by the Markets regulator Sebi? - a)Sahara India Financial Corporation
- b)Angel Broking Franchise
- c)ICICI Direct Franchise
- d)Peerless Group
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
The certificate of registration of which company as a sub-broker has been cancelled by the Markets regulator Sebi?
a)
Sahara India Financial Corporation
b)
Angel Broking Franchise
c)
ICICI Direct Franchise
d)
Peerless Group
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Suresh Khanna answered |
Markets regulator Sebi cancelled the certificate of registration of Sahara India Financial Corporation Ltd as a sub-broker citing its failure to fulfill the “fit and proper” criteria.
Which team won the 2020-21 Indian Super League (ISL) Winners Shield? - a)SC East Bengal
- b)Kerala Blasters FC
- c)Mumbai City FC
- d)ATK Mohun Bagan
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Which team won the 2020-21 Indian Super League (ISL) Winners Shield?
a)
SC East Bengal
b)
Kerala Blasters FC
c)
Mumbai City FC
d)
ATK Mohun Bagan
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Vinod Mehta answered |
The football club Mumbai City FC defeated ATK Mohun Bagan 2-0 in the final league game to clinch the 2020-21 Indian Super League (ISL) Winners Shield.
Suchitra Durai who received the prestigious King Bhumibol World Soil Day – 2020 Award of Food and Agriculture Organization on the behalf of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research is the ambassador of India to which country? - a)Uzbekistan
- b)Indonesia
- c)Sweden
- d)Thailand
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Suchitra Durai who received the prestigious King Bhumibol World Soil Day – 2020 Award of Food and Agriculture Organization on the behalf of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research is the ambassador of India to which country?
a)
Uzbekistan
b)
Indonesia
c)
Sweden
d)
Thailand
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Nikita Singh answered |
Ambassador of India to Thailand Suchitra Durai received the prestigious King Bhumibol World Soil Day – 2020 Award of Food and Agriculture Organization on the behalf of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research.
The 2020 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership has been awarded to Mahamadou Issoufou, president of which country? - a)Libya
- b)Chad
- c)Niger
- d)Senegal
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
The 2020 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership has been awarded to Mahamadou Issoufou, president of which country?
a)
Libya
b)
Chad
c)
Niger
d)
Senegal
|
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Poonam Reddy answered |
The 2020 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership has been awarded to Mahamadou Issoufou, President of Niger, the Mo Ibrahim Foundation announced.
Which country topped the UNCTAD’s Business-to-Consumer E-commerce Index 2020? - a)Kenya
- b)Switzerland
- c)Denmark
- d)Netherlands
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which country topped the UNCTAD’s Business-to-Consumer E-commerce Index 2020?
a)
Kenya
b)
Switzerland
c)
Denmark
d)
Netherlands
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Rhea Reddy answered |
Switzerland replaced the Netherlands at the top of UNCTAD’s Business-to-Consumer E-commerce Index 2020, which ranks 152 countries on their readiness to engage in online commerce.
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) upgraded its FY21 credit growth estimates to what per cent from 1.8 per cent?- a)6.9%
- b)4.5%
- c)7.3%
- d)5.6%
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) upgraded its FY21 credit growth estimates to what per cent from 1.8 per cent?
a)
6.9%
b)
4.5%
c)
7.3%
d)
5.6%
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Poonam Reddy answered |
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has upgraded its FY21 credit growth estimates to 6.9 per cent from 1.8 per cent, given the improved economic environment in 2H FY21 and the government’s focus on higher — spending especially on infrastructure.
Which of the following has integrated with India’s official vaccination registration website, cowin.gov.in? - a)Map my India
- b)Bharat Maps
- c)Maptell
- d)India map Digital
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following has integrated with India’s official vaccination registration website, cowin.gov.in?
a)
Map my India
b)
Bharat Maps
c)
Maptell
d)
India map Digital
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Zara Khan answered |
Map my India has integrated with India’s official vaccination registration website, cowin.gov.in. The second phase of Covid-19 vaccine started and registrations are now open via the Aarogya Setu app and the official website.
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