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October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 1

Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi launch Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan Scheme? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 1

Answer – 1. Gandhinagar
Explanation

During his Gujarat visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan Scheme aimed at imparting digital literacy to citizens in rural areas.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 2

Which country is considered to be the second largest supplier of about 19% of our crude oil imports and also 29% of LPG imports to India? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 2

Answer – 3. Saudi Arabia
Explanation

Saudi Arabia is considered to be the second largest supplier of about 19% of our crude oil imports and also 29% of LPG imports to India after Iraq. During 2016-17, India imported about 39.5 MMT of crude from Saudi Arabia.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 3

‘Mera Houchongba’ is which state’s traditional festival?

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 3

Answer – 3. Manipur
Explanation

Manipur’s traditional Mera Houchongba festival symbolizes brotherhood and unity among indigenous communities settled in both hill and valley of State.It was celebrated at the Manipur Royal palace (Sana Konung) in Imphal in the presence of King of Manipur, Leishemba Sanajaoba as the main host.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 4

In the BRICS-themed subway train with carriages, Indian Carriage is represented by________. 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 4

Answer – 2. elephants and yoga
Explanation

The Chinese carriage is red and displays icons such as the Great Wall and Tian’anmen Square.Russian carriage shows off the country’s ballet and matryoshka dolls.
Brazilian carriage is green and decorated with images of footballs and football stars. South African carriage displays pictures of diamonds.The Indian carriage depicts elephants and yoga.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 5

10. Who is the present chairman of SEBI? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 5

Answer – 4.Ajay Tyagi
Explanation

SEBI Chairman Ajay Tyagi has been named among the world’s top 10 regulators in the Market structure. He has placed seventh position among the top 10 regulators worldwide.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 6

In which two sectors Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has signed two more advance pricing agreements (APAs) with taxpayers?

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 6

Answer – 3. automobile and healthcare consulting sectors.
Explanation

On October 6, 2017, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said it has signed two more advance pricing agreements (APAs) in September 2017 with Indian taxpayers.hese two latest APAs pertain to automobile and healthcare consulting sectors.Including these two agreements, CBDT has so far entered into 177 APAs, out of which 164 are unilateral and 13 are bilateral.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 7

Gulbarga region of Karnataka was recently in news. The area is known for its______.

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 7

Answer – . 4. 1 and 2 ( limestone mines and crushers)
Explanation

Gulbarga is situated in Deccan Plateau located at 17.33°N 76.83°E and the general elevation ranges from 300 to 750 meters above mean sea level. Two main rivers, Krishna and Bhima, flow in the district. Black soil is predominant soil type in the district.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 8

Where was 20th Asia Masters Athletics Championship held? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 8

Answer – 4.Rugao, China.
Explanation

India finished second in 20th Asia Masters Athletics Championship held in Rugao, China. and bagged 146 medals, including 37 golds, 43 silvers and 66 bronze.China was topped.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 9

Where is the IAF Headquarters located? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 9

Answer – 5. New Delhi
Explanation

The Indian Air Force is the air arm of the Indian armed forces. Its complement of personnel and aircraft assets ranks fourth amongst the airforces of the world.
♦ Headquarters – New Delhi
♦ Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) – Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 10

Where did scientist identify a bacteria named Allostreptomyces indica YIM 75704T? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 10

Answer – 1. Karnataka
Explanation

Bacteria named as Allostreptomyces indica YIM 75704T, the bacterium belonged to Streptomycetaceae, a family of bacteria are largely found in soil and decaying vegetation. Most of them produce chains of spores and some are noted for their distinct ‘earthy’ odor that results from production of a volatile metabolite called geosmin.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 11

In which city of Gujarat, Prime minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation to a new airport? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 11

Answer – 3.Rajkot
Explanation

Gujarat government had proposed this new Greenfield Airport at Hirasar, Rajkot, as the existing airport in Rajkot is capacity constrained with no further scope for expansion.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 12

The embarkation Points (congregation place from where all the Hajis start the journey) in Haj policy have been reduced from 21 to ____________. 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 12

Answer – 3.9
Explanation

Embarkation Points (congregation place from where all the Hajis start the journey) to be reduced from 21 to 9. The 9 embarkation Points which have been retained are (1) Delhi (2) Lucknow (3) Kolkata (4) Ahmedabad (5) Mumbai (6) Chennai (7) Hyderabad (8) Bengaluru and (9) Cochin.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 13

Name the state government has launched Northeast labour ministers’ meeting. 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 13

Answer – 2. Manipur
Explanation

Manipur government hosts Northeast labour ministers’ meeting. Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has addressed a regional conference of north east labour ministers and officials to take a sincere effort to end the alienation of people from the north east on 6th Oct. 2017.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 14

Where did a BRICS themed subway train with carriages representing the five member nations – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa has start test operations? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 14

Answer – 2. China
Explanation

A BRICS-themed subway train with carriages representing the five member nations – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa has started test operations in China’s south-eastern Xiamen city.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 15

IDBI Bank informed that its promoter the government of India, has increased its stake in the company to 77.79% by acquiring 3.81% shares through _________. 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 15

Answer – 1.Preferential allotment
Explanation

IDBI Bank informed that its promoter the government of India, has increased its stake in the company to 77.79% by acquiring 3.81% shares through preferential allotment.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 16

Which entity has signed a MoU with National Buildings Construction Corporation (NBCC) for developing electric vehicle charging infrastructure in upcoming development projects in India? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 16

Answer – 1. Finlands Fortum Oyj
Explanation

Finlands Fortum Oyj MoU has been made only for co- operative institutional relationship and does not involve any joint venture or financial implication.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 17

Which Private Sector bank has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Freecharge? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 17

Answer – 5.Axis Bank
Explanation

Axis Bank has completed the acquisition of Freecharge for a cash consideration of 373.27 crore.It has also announced appointment of Sangram Singh as the CEO of Freecharge Payment Technologies Private Ltd.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 18

On which occasion Prasar Bharati Chairman A Surya Prakash has launched an online application system for music auditions for the All India Radio (AIR)? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 18

Answer – 1.64th Akashvani Sangeet Sammelan.
Explanation

On Oct. 5 2017, National Buildings Construction Corporation (NBCC) has signed a MoU with Finlands Fortum Oyj for developing electric vehicle charging infrastructure in upcoming development projects in India.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 19

On what date Indian Air-force day will be celebrated? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 19

Answer – 3.October 8
Explanation

On October 8 2017, The Indian Air Force (IAF) celebrated its 85th anniversary. The celebrations were marked by a stellar show in the skies by various aircraft at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad.

October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 20

Where is the Headquarters of The International Olympic Committee (IOC)? 

Detailed Solution for October 8, 2017 - Current Affairs Quiz - Question 20

Answer – 2. Lausanne, Switzerland
Explanation

Lausanne, Switzerland is the Headquarters of The International Olympic Committee (IOC)
The stated mission of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is to promote Olympic throughout the world and to lead the Olympic Movement.

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