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| 1. |
The rate of world's "multidimensionally poor" children live in India as per the report of OPHI is? |
| Answer» According to a new report by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI) about 31% of the world's "multidimensionally poor" children live in India followed by Nigeria (8%), Ethiopia (7%) and Pakistan (6%). The study is based on a survey conducted among 103 countries. Out of India's 217 million (21.7 crore) children, 49.9% were multidimensionally poor. | |
| 2. |
The committee which is formed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on corporate governance is? |
| Answer» The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has formed committee to improve standards of corporate governance of listed companies. The committee under the chairmanship of Uday Kotak, chief of Kotak Mahindra Bank, will submit the report within a period of 4 months. The committee would make recommendations to SEBI on ensuring independence in spirit of independent directors and their active participation in functioning of the company and steps for improving safeguards and disclosures pertaining to related party transactions. | |
| 3. |
How many non-Permanent UNSC Members are elected in the non-Permanent UNSC Members? |
| Answer» The UN General Assembly has elected Cote DIvoire, Equatorial Guinea, Kuwait, Poland and Peru as the non-permanent members of the Security Council for a two-year term. These five countries got these numbers of votes. 1.Cote DIvoire - 189 votes, 2.Equatorial Guinea-185 votes, 3.Kuwait- 188 votes, 4.Poland garnered -190, 5.Peru -186. | |
| 4. |
Which IIT institute has developed 'soil-to-soil' technology to manufacture cheaper, quicker and pollution-free bio fuel? |
| Answer» Researchers at IIT Kharagpur have developed a new technology which will change the way biofuel is manufactured by making the process cheaper, quicker and pollution-free. The 'soil-to-soil' manufacturing technology developed at the P.K. Sinha Centre for bio-energy at IIT-Kgp. 2gm bioethanol can be produced from various naturally available lignocellulosic components. The green leafy part of corn and sugarcane plants, the waste part of paddy straw,bamboo, banana plant, pineapple and cotton plants, kans grass (kassh phool), castor plant and even non-edible weeds that grow in dry and waste land and a mix of all has been used by IIT-KGP to produce bio fuel. The project is funded by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Department of Science and Technology and the Ministry of Human Resource Development. | |
| 5. |
Which scheme was renamed as the Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana? |
| Answer» Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is the renamed and revamped version of Matritva Sahyog Yojana under which government would provide Rs. 6000 aid to pregnant and lactating mothers for the first live birth. The main objective is 1. Providing the partial compensation to working women against their wage loss and ensure their proper rest nutrition, 2. Improving the health of pregnant women and lactating mothers and reducing the effects of under-nutrition through cash incentives. | |
| 6. |
A set of four rare stamps, featuring the portrait of Mahatma Gandhi was auctioned in UK at highest price ever paid for Indian stamps. These stamps were sold at what price? |
| Answer» A set of four rare stamps featuring with portraits of Mahatma Gandhi has been sold for a record £500,000 at an auction in the UK. The Indian stamps were particularly rare owing to the fact they were in a set of four. | |
| 7. |
Which report was published by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) to highlight that nearly 30% of World Heritage Sites are plagued by poaching, illegal logging and fishing? |
| Answer» Not For Sale is published by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), nearly 30% of World Heritage Sites are plagued by poaching, illegal logging and fishing. | |
| 8. |
India will declare ____ Yoga Parks across the country to promote the traditional practice. |
| Answer» Indian government has plans to declare a hundred parks especially dedicated for yoga activities across the country to promote the traditional practice. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the main event of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) which will be held in Lucknow, on June 21. Around 150 countries are expected to participate in the mega event, with Indian Missions in those nations coordinating the activities. | |
| 9. |
The Union Cabinet has approved 2.5% of the Central Road Fund (CRF) for the development of the National ___________. |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet has given its approval for allocating 2.5% of CRF for the development of the National Waterways. It will provide around Rs 2000 crore annually for the development and maintenance of the National Waterways which in turn will boost inland water transport. | |
| 10. |
What does VVPAT stand for, in voting? |
| Answer» Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for procurement of Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) Units for use in the General Elections, 2019. | |
| 11. |
Which airport has accredited with the 'Level 3 Plus Neutrality' certification under Airport Carbon Accreditation? |
| Answer» The Airports Council International has accredited Kempegowda International Airport with the 'Level 3 Plus Neutrality' certification under Airport Carbon Accreditation and becomes the fourth green airport in Asia Pacific region, reducing carbon emissions by 57% since 2008. | |
| 12. |
This institute has decided to launch the first ever Post-Graduate Diploma Course in Marathi Journalism from its Western Regional Campus. |
| Answer» Indian Institute of Mass Communication is all set to launch the first ever Post-Graduate Diploma Course in Marathi Journalism from its Western Regional Campus at Amravati in Vidarbha region with effect from August 01, 2017 | |
| 13. |
Which union ministry has made a provision enabling people to apply online for passports in Hindi? |
| Answer» The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has made a provision enabling people to apply online for passports in Hindi. It comes after President Pranab Mukherjee recently accepted recommendations made in this regard by the Committee of Parliament on Official Language via its 9th report. The report was submitted in 2011. People can download the application form available in Hindi, fill it in and upload it while applying for the passport. | |
| 14. |
The central government has informed the Supreme Court to provide unique identification number for which animal? |
| Answer» All cows their calves, oxen and bulls in the country will be tagged with a tamper-proof Unique Identification Number (UIN) to stop their smuggling, the Centre told the Supreme Court. Identification details includes age, breed, sex, lactation, height, body colour, horn type, tail switch and special marks. | |
| 15. |
The international conference on "Dara Shikoh: Reclaiming Spiritual Legacy of India" will be held on _____. |
| Answer» The international conference on "Dara Shikoh: Reclaiming Spiritual Legacy of India" will be held on April 27 and 28. The conference will be organised by the Indian Council Of Cultural Relations (ICCR). The conference will see the participation of eminent scholars from the US, Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and India. The objective of the conference is to highlight Dara Shikoh's contributions to bring about spiritual homogenisation of Hinduism and Islam. | |
| 16. |
The double-decker AC train to be launched on high-density routes like Delhi-Lucknow in July 2017. The name of the train is |
| Answer» The Indian Railways will be launching a special rail service, Utkrisht Double Decker AC Yatri (Uday) Express in July 2017. The aim of the double-decker service is to provide better amenities to passengers in a lesser fare. It would ply only on high-demand routes like Delhi-Lucknow. | |
| 17. |
AIIMS becomes India's first public hospital for ______ Tumours. |
| Answer» All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is India's first public hospital to start plaque brachytherapy facility for the treatment of eye tumours. The facility is a form of local radiation delivered to the eye through a radioactive device which is attached to the eye for a temporary period of time. | |
| 18. |
The 29th series of IndiaIndonesia CORPAT is being conducted at ________. |
| Answer» The 29th series of IndiaIndonesia CORPAT is scheduled from 09 to 25 May 17 with the opening ceremony being conducted at Port Blair of Andaman and Nicobar icelands. The CORPAT reflects the shared concerns between the two countries for the peaceful Indian Ocean for the benefit of an international community. The closing ceremony of the CORPAT is scheduled at Belawan, Indonesia from 22 - 25 May 17. | |
| 19. |
Which metro services decided to employ the transgender workers in India? |
| Answer» The Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has decided to induct transgender employees based on their educational qualifications and experience, extending a helping hand to the marginalised section that often faces violence and discrimination. | |
| 20. |
Union Health Minister JP Nadda has launched the Test and Treat policy for providing treatment to ______ Patients. |
| Answer» JP Nadda has launched the Test and Treat policy for providing treatment to patients suffering from Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It will provide Anti- Retroviral Therapy (ART) treatment to the patients free of cost. | |
| 21. |
___________ is India's first smart and green highway. |
| Answer» Eastern Peripheral Expressway is India's first smart and green Highway. It is replete with smart and intelligent highway traffic management system (HTMS) and video incident detection system (VIDS) besides a closed tolling system. It has been built at a cost of Rs.11000 crore. | |
| 22. |
What is the new name of the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? |
| Answer» Mumbai Airport named "Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport" has been renamed as "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport". The airport is India's biggest International and domestic hub. | |
| 23. |
Which railway station is renamed as 'Prabhadevi' by the Central Govt? |
| Answer» Western Railway's "Elphinstone Road station" has been rechristened as 'Prabhadevi' station and the Mumbai's iconic railway station, "Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus" (CST) renamed to "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus" (CSMT) by the Central Govt. | |
| 24. |
Which country recently became the first time importer of Indian mangoes? |
| Answer» Indian mangoes will be imported to Australia for the first time. The fruit would be allowed into Australia as long as they were treated with irradiation before leaving India, Xinhua news agency reported. | |
| 25. |
Indian Railways set to launch its first _____ train with Wi-Fi, entertainment screens, and vending machines for passengers. |
| Answer» Indian Railways is expected to launch a new 20 coach premier train called the Tejas Express connecting Mumbai and Goa in June. Tejas means brilliance', and the trains coaches will be painted a golden colour. The train will be fitted with automatic doors, LCD screens onboard wifi, Tea/Coffee vending machines, magazines and snack tables, will also have food curated by celebrity chefs. | |
| 26. |
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative stamp on the 1,000th birth anniversary of ___________. |
| Answer» Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative stamp on the 1,000th birth anniversary of Saint Ramanujacharya with the central message of his life was inclusive society and religion. And PM said Ramanujacharya saw manifestation of God in human beings and saw all devotees of God as equal. | |
| 27. |
What is the name of the web portal launched by the Department of Telecommunications to know the information on Mobile Tower Radiation? |
| Answer» The Department of Telecommunications has launched 'Tarang Sanchar' web portal for tracking the radiation emitted from mobile towers and check their compliance with the Electromagnetic field (EMF) emission norms defined by the government. | |
| 28. |
Which Indian cities ranked among the top 20 tourist destinations in Asia Pacific Region as per the 'Mastercard Asia Pacific Destinations Index 2017'? |
| Answer» Mumbai and Chennai have been named among the top 20 tourist destinations in the Asia Pacific region. Overall, Bangkok remains the most visited destination in Asia Pacific in the list of 171 destinations across 22 countries in the Asia Pacific region. The rankings have been based in terms of total number of international overnight arrivals, number of nights spent at each destination and cross-border spending. | |
| 29. |
President Pranab Mukherjee signed an ordinance giving more power to the RBI to deal with the growing problem of non performing assets (NPA) on the basis of which amends? |
| Answer» President Pranab Mukherjee has given a nod to an ordinance giving greater powers to the Reserve Bank of India to tackle mounting bad loans. The ordinance amends Section 35A of the Banking Regulations Act. The amendments to the Act will help the RBI resolving the bad loans problem. | |
| 30. |
How many cities were surveyed for Swachh Survekshan 2017? |
| Answer» Swachh Survekshan 2017 was carried out by Quality Council of India on the spot assessment of 17,500 locations in 434 cities and towns. Indore is India's cleanest city, according to the Swachh Survekshan 2017. | |
| 31. |
The World's highest railway bridge is coming up in _________. |
| Answer» The World's highest railway bridge which will be 35 metres taller than the Eiffel Tower is to come up over the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir at a cost of around Rs. 1,100 crore. The bridge will be of an arch-shaped structure in hostile terrain. It will be constructed using over 24,000 tonnes of steel. | |
| 32. |
Which airport becomes International Airport as per provisions of Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet has granted international airport status for the Vijayawada Airport.The approval was given as per provisions of Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014. The airport is currently undergoing infrastructural upgradations and improvement in facilities for international operations. | |
| 33. |
Whis is the host country of 27th session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC)? |
| Answer» The 27th Session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group has started at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, Switzerland. Attorney General of India Mukul Rohatgi is leading the Indian delegation. The National Report of India covers areas that were part of the recommendations accepted by India following the UPR-II in 2012. | |
| 34. |
India has successfully carried out a fresh user trial of Agni-II ballistic missile in ______. |
| Answer» The Agni-ll Ballistic Missile was successfully test fired at A.P.J Abdul Kalam island of Dhamara in Odisha by the personnel of the Strategic Forces Command of the Indian Army. The missile reportedly achieved its full range and splashed down at the pre-designated target in the sea with high degree of accuracy. | |
| 35. |
Which type of Mango received a Geographical Indication(GI) tag? |
| Answer» Banganapalle Mango received a Geographical Indication(GI) tag, indicates the product comes from a specific region. It's known for its sweetness and is called as the King of fruits. It received the GI registration certificate from the GI registry in Chennai, after its application was accept. | |
| 36. |
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved a schemes _________ for the period of 2016-20 with the 14th Finance Commission cycle. |
| Answer» SAMPADA - Scheme for Agro-Marine Processing and Development of Agro-Processing Clusters. The cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the restructuring of schemes of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) under new central Scheme "SAMPADA". | |
| 37. |
The world's biggest X-ray laser generated its first light in ___________. |
| Answer» The world's biggest X-ray laser generated its first light in Hamburg, Germany. It was the "last major milestone" for the European X-ray free electron laser (XFEL). The light produced at the European XFEL has a wavelength of about 0.8 nanometers, which is 500 times shorter than visible light wavelength and corresponds to the size of an atom. The repetition rate at first lasing was one pulse a second, but that will eventually go up to 27,000 pulses every second, according to the plan for the facility. | |
| 38. |
The 2017 India Integrated Transport and Logistics Summit was held in ________. |
| Answer» Thirty-four Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) amounting about Rs 2 lakh crores were signed in the three-day India Integrated Transport and Logistics Summit that was concluded in New Delhi. The sessions focused on six major themes that included Multi Modal Logistics Parks, New developments in Urban Transportation, Freight Corridors for Economic Development, Supply Chain Transformation- Storage Innovations, GST and Role of Digitization for Decongestion and Standards and Skills for Logistics. | |
| 39. |
How many themes are included in the Indian Transport Summit? |
| Answer» India Integrated Transport Summit signed MoUs Worth Rs 2 Lakh Crores. The sessions focused on six major themes that included Multi Modal Logistics Parks, New developments in Urban Transportation, Freight Corridors for Economic Development, Supply Chain Transformation- Storage Innovations, GST and Role of Digitization for Decongestion and Standards and Skills for Logistics. | |
| 40. |
Which Indian group topped the UK rich list 2017 recently? |
| Answer» The Hinduja Brothers - Srichand and Gopichand retained their top spot in the United Kingdom's the SundayTimes Rich List 2017 with an estimated fortune of 16.2 billion pounds, a massive 3.2 billion pound hike in their fortunes over the previous year. Their investments in industries such as oil and gas, automotive, IT, energy, media, banking, property and healthcare sectors. | |
| 41. |
Which flight going to introduce 50 ATR-72 aircraft? |
| Answer» India's largest airline IndiGo has signed a non-binding term sheet for the purchase of 50 ATR-72 aircraft. The government plans to improve air connectivity in smaller towns by enticing airlines to operate at Rs 2,500 per seat for up to an hour's journey. | |
| 42. |
Which organisation has been instructed by Home Ministry to use core banking services? |
| Answer» The Home Ministry has instructed 5,845 Non - Governmental Organisations (NGOs) to open their accounts in banks having core banking facilities and furnish details for real-time access to security agencies in case of any discrepancy. In the latest series of steps taken by the NDA government aimed at checking "errant" NGOs. | |
| 43. |
Which digital filing system has been launched for Supreme Court of India (SCI)? |
| Answer» Integrated Case Management Information System (ICMIS) was inaugurated on Wednesday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an event attended by Chief Justice of India J.S. Khehar aims at serving as a digital repository for case-related information. It include the option of e-filing cases, checking listing dates, case status, online service of notice/summons, office reports and overall tracking of progress of a case filed with the apex court registry. | |
| 44. |
Which department launched a new e-facility to link a person's Aadhaar with the PAN? |
| Answer» The Income Tax department launched a new e-facility to link a person's Aadhaar with the Permanent Account Number (PAN). The department's e-filing website incometaxindiaefiling.gov.in has created a new link on its homepage making it "easy" to link the two unique identities of an individual. It requires a person to punch in his PAN number, Aadhaar number and the " exact name as given in the Aadhaar card. | |
| 45. |
Which Public service commission decided to share online scores of candidates taking competitive exams in order to boost hiring by the private sector? |
| Answer» The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has decided to share online scores of candidates taking competitive exams. This is part of the government's proposal to boost hiring by the private sector. The available scores will act as a useful database to other employers to enable them to identify good, employable candidates. | |
| 46. |
Which organization launched the National Contact Centre with a toll-free No 1800111950? |
| Answer» The Election Commission of India launched National Contact Centre with a toll-free No. 1800111950. It is operated on a National Grievance Redressal System Software, a single window platform to manage complaints and feedback received through calls, emails, SMS and website access in an integrated and time-bound manner. | |
| 47. |
Nitin Gadkari launched the NHAI __________ bond at the London Stock Exchange. |
| Answer» Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari launched the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) Masala Bond for Rs 3,000 crore at the London Stock Exchange. The initial issue amount of Rs 1,500 crore was upsized to Rs 3,000 crore at a price yielding 7.30% annually in view of the highly positive response from the investor market. | |
| 48. |
The President of India conferred the Florence Nightingale Awards to ______ nurses on International Nurses Day at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi. |
| Answer» The President of India Shri Pranab Mukherjee conferred the Florence Nightingale Awards to 35 nurses from across the country on the occasion of International Nurses Day at the Rashrapati Bhavan. The Florence Nightingale Awards carries Rs.50,000/- cash, a certificate, a citation certificate and a Medal. It is given to the outstanding nursing personnel employed in Central, State/UTs. Nurses working in Government, Voluntary Organizations, Mission institutions and the private institutions. | |
| 49. |
Indian Railways going to install this much of CCTV cameras at 900 stations to ensure security. |
| Answer» The Indian Railways will install CCTV surveillance systems at more than 900 stations under the Nirbhaya Fund at an approved cost of Rs. 500 crore to strengthen security at rail premises. install about 19,000 high definition CCTV cameras at 983 stations across the country to ensure round-the-clock security to passengers including women. | |
| 50. |
For which, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved recently? |
| Answer» The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved a new coal linkage policy to ensure an adequate supply of the fuel to power plants through a reverse auction. It will help in ensuring fuel supplies to the power plants in an organised manner. | |