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| 1. |
Which two countries signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation? |
| Answer» India and Fiji signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation for stepping up defence and security ties including in defence production and military training. Defence minister Arun Jaitley and minister of defence and national security, Republic of Fiji, Ratu Inoke Kubuabola sign an MoU, in New Delhi. | |
| 2. |
India and this country signs an agreement of legal framework for sharing of information and intelligence between the Customs authorities. |
| Answer» India and Tajikistan signing an Agreement to provide a legal framework for sharing of information and intelligence between the Customs authorities of the two countries and help in the proper application of Customs law. It was approved by the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It also gave its approval for the Multilateral Convention to Implement Tax Treaty Related Measures to Prevent Base Erosion and Profit Shifting. | |
| 3. |
What is the full form of THAAD in the context of US military? |
| Answer» The United States began installing a contentious missile system Terminal High-Altitude Area Defence system (THAAD) in South Korea. The US and South Korea agreed to deploy the THAAD system, and a golf course in the south of the country was chosen as the site for the missiles. | |
| 4. |
Who gave the new detecting devices to DRDO recently? |
| Answer» Defence Minister Arun Jaitley handed over a number of devices developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) to National Security Guard (NSG), Delhi Police and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). The device includes 'E-Nasika', a hand-held equipment which is capable of rapid detection of chemical agents well below their toxic limits. | |
| 5. |
The Indian Army successfully test fired an advanced version of this land-attack cruise missile in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. |
| Answer» The Indian Army successfully test fired an advanced version of the Brahmos land-attack cruise missile in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, revalidating the weapon's strike capability. The land-to-land configuration of Brahmos missile was launched from a mobile autonomous launcher (MAL). | |
| 6. |
The world level weapon production unit "Punj Lyod Defence System" was inaugurated in |
| Answer» Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister and Union Rural Development Minister inaugurated the world level weapon production unit "Punj Lyod Defence System" in Malanpur Industrial Area of Bhind district. The plant will manufacture the products like X95 carbine and assault rifle, Galil sniper rifle, Tavor assault rifle and Negev Light Machine Gun (LMG). | |
| 7. |
Which two countries decided to strengthen their military cooperation and to pursue a strategic partnership for ensuring regional peace and stability? |
| Answer» Japan and India are going to strengthen their military cooperation amid rising tension in the Asian region. Defence minister Arun Jaitley told his Japanese counterpart, Tomomi Inada in Tokyo that India hopes to pursue a strategic partnership with Japan for regional peace and stability. | |
| 8. |
Space Application Centre and this department has signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Data Sharing and Scientific cooperation in the field of Meteorology and Oceanology. |
| Answer» Indian Navy and the Space Application Centre has signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Data Sharing and Scientific cooperation in the field of Meteorology and Oceanology. As per the MoU, the scientific advancements and expertise achieved by Space Application Center (SAC) would be synergised into the Indian Naval efforts in order to keep the Indian Navy with rapid developments that have taken place in the field of Environment Sciences and Satellite Data acquisition technology. | |
| 9. |
Air Marshal PN Pradhan appointed as the Deputy Chief of ________. |
| Answer» Air Marshal PN Pradhan appointed as the Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) (Operations) a key platform to ensure a high degree of synergy between the armed forces. He was closely associated with the induction and operationalisation of Embraer-135 and C-130 fleets in the IAF. | |
| 10. |
How many millions did the Israel aerospace sign with India? |
| Answer» Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) signed a $ 630 million deal with the Indian State-owned aerospace and defense company Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) to supply air and defence missile systems for four ships of the Indian Navy. | |
| 11. |
Which department to grant license industrial license to defence manufacturers? |
| Answer» The Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) has been given back the power to grant licenses for defence manufacturing with respect to the category of arms and ammunition and defence items under the Arms Act. | |
| 12. |
18 Which country announced online visa applications for Indians from July 1? |
| Answer» The Australian Government announced that Indian Nationals can apply for a visitor visa online starting from 1 of July 2017. The online application option would make applying for the country's visitor visas easier and enhance the experience for Indians. It will offer benefits like 24/7 accessibility, electronic payment of the visa application charge and the ability to check the status of applications lodged online, all through the department's ImmiAccount portal. | |
| 13. |
What is the name of India's first indigenously built floating dock? |
| Answer» FDN-2 is India's first indigenously built floating dock for the Indian Navy. It was formally launched at the L&T Shipbuilding Yard at Kattupalli near Chennai. The Floating Dock is an indigenously built designed and built platform with state-of-the-art machinery and control systems capable of docking ships of upto 8,000 tonne displacement. | |
| 14. |
Which system is employed in the civilians in peace stations? |
| Answer» Indian Army is actively now considering the recruiting civilian staff in peace stations with the colonial-era Sahayak system. Sahayaks are soldiers and their duties include protecting the officers, maintaining their weapons and equipment and also helping them in carrying out their responsibilities. | |
| 15. |
GST has been primarily categorised into how many tax slab rates? |
| Answer» GST has been primarily categorised into four tax slab rates- 5%, 12%, 18% and 28%. GST is part of a One Nation, One Tax vision of the Modi-led government. | |
| 16. |
For which purpose the Union Government empowers Army recently? |
| Answer» The Union Government has empowered the Indian Army to procure critical weapons systems and military platforms to maintain readiness for short duration intense wars. The purpose of this new scheme is to maintain an optimum level to fight small wars. | |
| 17. |
Which two country test-fired a hypersonic missile HIFiRE? |
| Answer» The US and Australia have jointly test-fired a hypersonic missile capable of moving at a speed eight times faster than sound as part of a $54-million research project. The test was part of a project called the Hypersonic International Flight Research Experimentation Program (HIFiRE) involving the US and Australian militaries, Queensland University, Australia's Defence Science and Technology Group. | |
| 18. |
Which country's Navy tested the world's first-ever active Laser Weapons System (LaWS) recently? |
| Answer» The U.S. Navy recently tested the world's first-ever active laser weapons system, which is now deployed and ready for war. The system has special materials that release photons and at the speed of light, it silently hits an object, burning it to a temperature of thousands of degrees. USS Ponce is first ship in the world to be deployed with such advanced weapons system. | |
| 19. |
Which two countries signed a MoU on military cooperation recently? |
| Answer» Iran and Iraq signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to step up military cooperation and the fight against terrorism and extremism. The MoU encourages the promotion of interaction and share of experiences in the fight against terrorism and extremism, border security, training and logistical, technical and military support between both countries. | |
| 20. |
Which ship was commissioned at Goa by Indian Coast Guard? |
| Answer» Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Shaurya was commission in Vasco, Goa. ICGS Shaurya is an offshore patrol vessel designed and built indigenously by Goa. It will be based in Chennai under the administrative and operational control of Commander Coast Guard Region (East). | |
| 21. |
India and this country hold Major Tri-Service 'Indra' Combat Exercise in October. |
| Answer» India and Russia will hold a mega war game in October involving their armies, navies and the air forces for the first time to further ramp up military ties. The exercise Indra, which will be held in Russia from October 19 to 29, will primarily focus on achieving coordination between forces of the two countries in a tri- services integrated theatre command scenario. | |
| 22. |
Which country appoints First Tamil Navy Chief After Four Decades? |
| Answer» Rear Admiral Travis Sinniah appointed as the chief of Sri Lanka's naval forces to head the Navy since the brutal civil war erupted in the country 45 years ago. He succeeds Vice Admiral Ravi Wijegunaratne got retired. He got appointed as the Navy Chief by President Maithripala Sirisena. | |
| 23. |
What is the name of the ship which is Circumnavigating the Globe on an Indian-Built SailBoat INSV Tarini by Women Naval Officers? |
| Answer» Navika Sagar Parikrama is a project wherein a team of women officers of the Indian Navy would circumnavigate the globe on an Indian-built sail boat INSV Tarini. This is the first ever Indian circumnavigation of the globe by an all-women crew. The voyage of Navika Sagar Parikrama will begin from Goa in the first week of September 2017 and culminate on their return in March 2018. | |
| 24. |
Indian Navy's second CU (landing craft utility) Mark IV L52 ship was commissioned at __________. |
| Answer» Indian Navy's second CU (landing craft utility) Mark IV L52 ship was commissioned at Port Blair, capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata. It is an amphibious ship with the primary role to transport and deploy Main Battle Tanks (MTBs), Armoured Vehicles, troops and equipment from the ship. | |
| 25. |
The joint military training exercise "Yudh Abhyas - 2017" will be conducted between India and which country? |
| Answer» The 13th edition of the joint military training exercise "Yudh Abhyas - 2017" will be conducted at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, USA from September 14 to 27. The exercise is one of the largest joint running military training and defence corporation endeavors between India and USA. The exercise Yudh Abhyas will provide an opportunity to the armed forces of both countries to train in an integrated manner at Battalion level with joint planning at Brigade level. | |
| 26. |
With which country Indian army begin 'Yudh Abhyas 2017' military exercise? |
| Answer» The 13th edition Yudh Abhyas 2017, a joint military training exercise between India and United States held at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington. Yudh Abhyas is annual bilateral military exercise, alternately held by the two countries. Both sides jointly trained, planned and executed series of well-developed tactical drills for neutralization of likely threats that may be encountered. | |
| 27. |
Which country organized Operation Sadbhavana for National Integration? |
| Answer» The Indian Army has organized Operation Sadbhavana for National Integration. These operations are carried out by Indian Army in Jammu & Kashmir and North East states respectively. It has been organized on 21st of Sept. 2017. The Sadbhavana tour was organised by the 109 Infantry Brigade of the Indian Army. Its main aim is to develop trust among and reignite the minds of youth towards national integration. | |
| 28. |
How many countries signed a UN treaty to ban nuclear weapons? |
| Answer» 50 Countries signed the United Nations treaty to ban nuclear weapons. Brazil was the first country to sign onto the ban, followed by nations from Algeria to Venezuela. More than 120 countries approved the new nuclear weapons ban treaty in July. | |
| 29. |
The joint military exercise "Iron Union 5" will start between United States and which country? |
| Answer» The joint military exercise "Iron Union 5" will start between United States and United Arab Emirates (UAE) exercise in Abu Dhabi on September 23, 2017 to consolidate their bilateral relations and exchange training and military expertise. The purpose of the exercise is to upgrade and boost the readiness of the UAE's armed forces and to allow both armies to promote their international co-operation in joint military operations. | |
| 30. |
"Panda-Kangaroo 2017" is the joint military training exercise between China and |
| Answer» China and Australia joint military training exercise called "Panda-Kangaroo 2017" concluded in Kunming, capital of southwest China's Yunnan Province, on September 20. This exercise kicked off on September 10, China and Australia each sent 10 soldiers to participate in the joint training. | |
| 31. |
Which naval Ship commissioned into Indian Navy? |
| Answer» INS Tarasa, a Water Jet Fast Attack Craft intended for extended coastal and offshore surveillance and patrolling, was commissioned into the Indian Navy. Western Naval Command chief Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, who commissioned the vessel, expressed the hope that "she would discharge her duties with elan and resolve, and bring laurels to the WNC. | |
| 32. |
With Which country Russia begin joint military drills DRUZBA 2017? |
| Answer» The joint exercise DRUZBA 2017 between special forces of Pakistan and Russia Armies started in Minralney Vody, Russia. Pakistan and Russia are holding two-week long joint military drill focusing on counter-terrorism operations to enhance military ties between the two countries. The joint exercise will enhance and further strengthen military ties between the two countries and share Pakistan Army's experience in the war against terrorism. | |
| 33. |
Which country commissioning its first radar-evading J-20 stealth fighter jets into military service recently? |
| Answer» The Chengdu J-20 is China's fourth-generation medium and long-range fighter jet. China announced the commissioning of its first radar-evading J-20 stealth fighter jets into military service, in Beijing. It is a twin-engine, single seat stealth fighter. It was built by Chengdu Aerospace Corporation. | |
| 34. |
India successfully test-fired its home-grown long range intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) Agni-IV in which coast? |
| Answer» India successfully test-fired its home-grown long range intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) Agni-IV from the Abdul Kalam Wheeler Island off Odisha coast. The test was aimed at revalidating new technologies incorporated in Agni-IV system and checking the readiness of armed forces to launch the missile on its own. | |
| 35. |
India-Oman joint military exercise Al-Nagah-II 2017 held in ___________. |
| Answer» The joint military exercise Al-Nagah-II 2017 between India and Oman began in the Dhauladhar Ranges in Bakloh belt of Himachal Pradesh to strengthen the military ties between the two countries. This is the second edition of the exercise in continuation of a series of joint exercises between the armies of the two countries. The first edition of the exercise was held at Muscat, Oman in 2015. | |
| 36. |
Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved capital acquisition proposals of the defence services, valued at Rs ______ crore? |
| Answer» Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman approved capital acquisition proposals of the defence services, valued at Rs 15935 crore. Light Machine Guns for the three services at an estimated cost of over Rs 1819 crore. Seven lakh forty thousand assault rifles for the three services at an estimated cost of Rs 12,280 crore. These rifles will be made by the Ordnance Factory Board and a private company. 5719 sniper rifles for the army and the air force at an estimated cost of Rs 982 crore. DAC has also approved the procurement of Advanced Torpedo Decoy Systems for enhancing the anti-submarine warfare capabilities of the Indian naval ships. | |
| 37. |
'Lamitye' is the joint counter insurgency/counter terrorism exercise between India and this country. |
| Answer» 8th edition of Indo-Seychelles joint counter insurgency/counter terrorism exercise, named 'Lamitye' began on February 24, 2018 in Seychelles. 'Lamiye' means friendship in Creole (local dialect). 'Exercise Lamitye' is conducted biennially with an aim of enhancing cooperation and interoperability between Indian Army and Seychelles People's Defence Forces. Indian contingent to 8th edition of 'Exercie Lamitye' comprises four officers, five Junior Commissioned Officers and 36 army personnel from other Ranks. | |
| 38. |
What is the status given to National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) for the fourth consecutive term of five years? |
| Answer» National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India has retained its 'A' status of accreditation with Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) for the fourth consecutive term of five years. GANHRI, is a global network of national human rights institutions (NHRIs), the administrative bodies set up to promote, protect and monitor human rights in a particular country. GANHRI was formerly known as the International Coordinating Committee of National Human Rights Institutions. GANHRI accreditation confers international recognition and protection to the NHRI of a particular country. 'A' status accreditation is given to those NHRIs, which are found fully compliant with the UN mandated Paris Principles. Any NHRI getting 'A' status accreditation can participate in the work and decision-making of the GANHRI. | |
| 39. |
Which Indian naval command has conducted tri-Services maritime exercise 'Paschim Leher (XPL -18)' in the Arabian Sea? |
| Answer» The Western Naval Command has carried out three-week long tri-Services maritime exercise termed 'Paschim Leher (XPL - 2018)' in the Arabian Sea from February 12 with an aim of building inter- operability. In addition, units from Eastern Naval Command, Indian Army, Indian Air Force and the Indian Coast Guard also participated in the exercise. The exercise involves 40 warships and submarines, helicopters, reconnaissance aircraft and UAVs. The exercise includes a number of weapon firings, including missile, gun and torpedo firings during the initial phase. The second phase is structured to validate and refine the operational plans of the Western Naval Command. The XPL 2018 enabled testing and revalidation of operational plans and manoeuvres in a hostile maritime scenario on India's Western Seaboard. The maritime exercise, which came after the Eastern Naval Command Operational Readiness Exercise (ENCORE), is ostensibly being conducted to show China India's military prowess. | |
| 40. |
In terms of military prowes, India has ranked __________ on the Global Firepower (GFP) list 2017. |
| Answer» In terms of military prowess, India has ranked 4th out of 133 countries on the Global Firepower (GFP) list 2017. India at 4th rank, trails behind only US, Russia and China. India and China's high rank can be largely attributed to a sizeable number of armed personnel, which is the most important ranking parameter. With 4207250 total armed personnel, India is ahead of China, which has 3712500 total armed personnel. However, China has 2260000 active troops as compared to India's 1362500. Besides, in terms of defence budget allocation, China is much ahead of India. China's defence budget allocation is over three times higher as compared to India. When compared with Pakistan (13th Rank), India is superior on all parameters except the number of attack helicopters, self-propelled artillery and waterway coverage. | |
| 41. |
The closing ceremony of 31st edition of the India - Indonesia Coordinated Patrol (IND-INDO CORPAT) is held in ___________ Indonesia. |
| Answer» On 6th to 9th June 2018, the closing ceremony of the 31st edition of the India - Indonesia Coordinated Patrol (IND-INDO CORPAT) is held in Belawan, Indonesia. INS Kulish, a Kora class Missile Corvette commanded by Commander Deepak Bali and one Dornier Maritime Patrol Aircraft of the Andaman and Nicobar Command reached Belawan on 6th June 2018 for the closing ceremony. During the stay in harbour, activities like official calls, formal reception on board ship, sporting fixture, ship open to visitors and professional interaction between naval personnel of both the countries have been planned. | |
| 42. |
With which country India test-fires M777 ultra-light howitzers in Pokhran. |
| Answer» Officials from India and the United States were at the Pokhran firing range (Rajasthan) to test-fire M777 ultra-light howitzers. In May 2017, Indian Army took delivery of two M777 ultralight howitzers from BAE Systems, US under a contract signed between Indian and US Government in 2016. However, in September 2017, during trial firing, a projectile had burst in the barrel. The test conducted on March 5, 2018, was the first one after that accident. The results of this test will be examined by a joint team of experts. Built with titanium and aluminium alloys, M777 weighs around 4200 kg. It has a modular design; due to which it can be can be easily towed through narrow and treacherous mountain roads prevalent along India-China border and India-Pakistan Border in Jammu & Kashmir. | |
| 43. |
Which committee has been constituted by the Union Government to study issues in Fintech space? |
| Answer» The Union government has set up a steering committee to consider various issues relating to the development of Fintech space in India with a view to make Fintech related regulations more flexible and generate enhanced entrepreneurship. The move is a follow up to the announcement made by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in his Budget speech of 2018-19. The 8-member committee headed by Economic Affairs Secretary, Subhash Chandra Garg will also focus on how Fintech can be leveraged to enhance financial inclusion of MSMEs. According to the terms and reference, the committee will take stock of the developments in the fintech sector globally, and in India. It will also work with Government agencies like UIDAI to explore creation and use of unique enterprise identification number. | |
| 44. |
As part of the 10th edition of MILAN 2018, which first-ever multi-nation naval exercise at sea has started? |
| Answer» As part of the 10th edition of MILAN 2018, the first-ever multi-nation naval exercise at sea called MILES-18 has started on March 11, 2018. The exercise will be conducted for three days in the Andaman Sea. Those participating in the event include 11 foreign naval ships and six Indian ships. Apart from enhancing inter-operability, the exercise will enable honing of search and rescue operations procedures, maritime interdiction operations, core operational skills and exercise a variety of maritime security scenarios. The Andaman Nicobar naval command is organizing multi-national mega event "Milan 2018" with theme 'Friendship Across the Seas' at Port Blair in Andaman & Nicobar islands from March 6 to March 13, 2018. The purpose of Milan 2018 is to enhance regional cooperation for combating Unlawful Activities at sea will be organised. | |
| 45. |
__________ and US organised "Juniper Cobra" exercise to counter missile threats. |
| Answer» Israeli and American troops train together through "Juniper Cobra" exercise in Israel. Over 5,000 Israeli and American troops are undergoing training together in Israel. Brig. Gen. Zvika Haimovich, chief of Israel's air defence command, said that, Juniper Cobra is not focused on any particular adversary. It is aimed to train for very complex scenarios like simultaneous attacks from enemy countries and militant groups. Israel faces potential threat from Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and Iranian forces. Juniper Cobra comprises field training, computer simulations and live-fire drills of sophisticated missile-defence systems. | |
| 46. |
India's first coastal policing academy set up in __________. |
| Answer» India's first national coastal policing academy, National Academy of Coastal Policing (NACP) to train police forces in effectively safeguarding country's shoreline will start functioning from April 2018. It will be launched from campus of Gujarat's Fisheries Research Centre located in coastal Okha town in Devbhumi Dwarka district of Gujarat. The first-of-its-kind national coastal policing academy will be created and run by multi-agency team of paramilitary and defence forces to sharpen response and skills of marine forces of multiple states which have sea lines. It will train police personnel and other security agencies staff in maritime laws, seamanship, boat work, navigation, weapons handling, usage of sea guidance and surveillance gadgets and survival skills for long haul operations on sea or during distress times when they may get stranded in these territorial waters running up to 12 nautical miles from shore. | |
| 47. |
Which has signed a MoU with the Ministry of Civil Aviation and National Aviation University to improve human resource availability in India's aviation industry? |
| Answer» International Air Transport Association (IATA) said that, it has signed a MoU with the Ministry of Civil Aviation and National Aviation University to improve human resource availability in India's aviation industry. The three parties formalised this partnership in the presence of Jayant Sinha, Minister of State for Civil Aviation at the Wings India 2018 event in Hyderabad. This MoU also aims in developing better academic cooperation between IATA and National Aviation University. As per the MoU, the institutions will also utilize the existing infrastructure for training in India to improve the reach of vocational training in aviation sector. | |
| 48. |
With which Navy Indian Navy plans to host the Bilateral Exercise 'Varuna'? |
| Answer» The Indian Navy and the French Navy have conducted bilateral maritime exercises since May 1993. Since 2001, the exercises have been named VARUNA and there have been fifteen editions of the same till date. The last edition of VARUNA was conducted off the French Coast in April 2017. This year to VARUNA-18 would be conducted in three sea areas, namely, the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal and South Western Indian Ocean. The conduct of VARUNA and the special impetus on taking this Navy-to-Navy cooperative engagement forward was reiterated in the Joint Statement made by the Prime Minister of India and the President of France. | |
| 49. |
India currently offers ________________ quantity of bio-fuel and bio-energy business to the world? |
| Answer» Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the first edition of Delhi Energy Dialogue (DED) 2018 in New Delhi. The dialogue was organised by Ashden India Collective (AIC) in alliance with the Climate Parliament and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). While inaugurating the dialogue, Mr. Pradhan stated that India is a happening place for energy as every day 40 million people are going to hydrocarbon retail points to meet their demand and 190 million people are getting the benefit of subsidies. He also added that by 2040, India's energy consumption will grow by compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4 per cent and India currently offers 1 lakh crore of bio-fuel and bio-energy business to the world. | |
| 50. |
Which country Bans Use Of Venezuelan Cryptocurrency Petro? |
| Answer» The Donald Trump administration banned all use by Americans of Venezuelan cryptocurrency (Petro) that its introduction is intended to skirt U.S. sanctions. The prohibition applies to all people and companies subject to U.S. jurisdiction. In February 2018, cash-strapped Venezuela became the first country to launch its own version of bitcoin, the petrol. | |