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| 451. |
This is the host country of 11th edition of Geo Intelligence Asia. |
| Answer» The eleventh edition of Geo-Intelligence Asia 2018 was held at Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on June 4-5, 2018. The annual event was organized by GeoSpatial Media and Communication in collaboration with Directorate General of Information System as Knowledge Partners and Military Survey as co-organisers. The seminar brought together military, security officials including BSF and police forces, government and industry together to assess the latest technology solutions and discuss and deliberate on the critical role of geospatial technology for safety and security. The seminar included an exhibition comprising stalls of various technological firms dealing with geospatial technologies. | |
| 452. |
Which institute releases "Citizen Services" Mobile App on its 33rd Inception Day? |
| Answer» National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) celebrated its 33rd Inception Day at Mahipalpur, New Delhi. Rajiv Jain, Director of Intelligence Bureau (IB) was the Chief Guest of the event. He launched a Mobile App called "Citizen Services". This app was developed by NCRB. This app is a collection of various essential police related services to citizens. Citizens can use this app for Complaint Registration & Status Check, View FIR Detail, SOS - Stay Safe, Locate Police Stations, Vahan-Samanvay, Emergency Contact List, Police Stations Telephone Directory etc. | |
| 453. |
This becomes first alcohol-free village in Ranchi district of Jharkhand. |
| Answer» Banlotwa has become the first alcohol-free village in Ranchi district of Jharkhand. Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das lauded the residents of the village for achieving this feat and has given Rs 1 lakh cash to the village head of Banlotwa. It is to be noted that, two years ago, Raghubar Das had announced that any village becoming alcohol-free would be given Rs. 1 lakh for its development. Mr. Das stated that people of Banlotwa have joined hands to make the village nasa mukti (alcohol-free). Even Jharkhand state government wants to ensure greater participation of the people in bringing about change and development. | |
| 454. |
The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) signed a MoU with this to facilitate interaction and cooperation between the two organisations to promote wellness, spiritual and cultural tourism in the Krishna Circuit. |
| Answer» The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) and the Indian Yoga Association (IYA) signed a MoU. The MoU will facilitate interaction and cooperation between the two organisations to promote wellness, spiritual and cultural tourism in the Krishna Circuit. Places associated with Lord Krishna constitute the Krishna Circuit in Uttar Pradesh. | |
| 455. |
Which Government hosted the first edition of 'Soldierathon,' a special marathon aimed at raising funds for welfare of Indian soldiers and their families? |
| Answer» Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of State for External Affairs General VK Singh and cricketer Gautam Gambhir attended the first edition of 'Soldierathon' in New Delhi. 'Soldierathon' is a special marathon aimed at raising funds for welfare of Indian soldiers and their families. Over 6000 individuals participated in this marathon. Cricketer Mohammad Kaif and Actor Varun Sood also witnessed this marathon. The marathon began from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. Participation was open in four categories viz. 10km, 5km, 3km and wheelchair. Funds raised during this event will be donated to Indian Army's Artificial Limb Centre (ALC) and for the education of martyrs' children. | |
| 456. |
Which railway station ranks to be 3rd in country to have airport-like facilities? |
| Answer» The Surat railway station will be the third in the country and the second in Gujarat after Gandhinagar to be developed as a world-class facility under a Railway Ministry station redevelopment programme. The station will be equipped with several "airport-like" amenities under the ministry's 'Rs 1 lakh crore station redevelopment' programme,. ITCO, a joint venture between the IRSDC, the Surat Municipal Corporation, and the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation invited request for qualification (RFQ) and request for proposal (RFP) for the development of a multi-modal transportation hub at the station. | |
| 457. |
What is the name of the committee that is constituted by the Haryana government to find solution to polluted water flowing in Yamuna river? |
| Answer» The Haryana government will constitute a committee to find a solution to polluted water flowing in Yamuna river affecting the four districts of the state. The committee, led by State Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Om Parkash Dhankhar, will discuss the issue with the Delhi government and the Centre. It was announced by the Chief Minister of Haryana in the Haryana Assembly during Zero hour to the issue of quality of water in Okhla Barrage and effulents entering Yamuna from 37 polluted channels in Delhi. | |
| 458. |
How many Indian sites are recognised as Ramsar wetland sites of international importance? |
| Answer» The Sunderban Reserve Forest, spread of 4,260 sq. km. with over 2,000 sq. km. of mangrove forests and creeks, is likely to be declared a Ramsar Site soon. The Indian Sunderbans, with mangrove forests, comprise almost 43% of the mangrove cover in India. There are currently 26 sites in India recognised as Ramsar wetland sites of international importance. | |
| 459. |
The 17th Annual Conference of International Competition Network 2018 will be hosted in __________. |
| Answer» India will host the 17th Annual Conference of International Competition Network 2018 (ICN2018) for the first time from 21st to 23rd March 2018 in New Delhi. The ICN advocates adoption of superior standards and procedures in competition enforcement around the world, formulates proposals for procedural and substantive convergence, and facilitates effective international cooperation to the benefit of member agencies, consumers and economies worldwide. | |
| 460. |
By which year WHO Member-Countries Commit To End TB? |
| Answer» Member-countries of the World Health Organisation (WHO) South-East Asia Region, including India, committed to intensifying efforts to eradicate tuberculosis by 2030. The summit sets the stage for the September 2018 United Nations high-level meeting on TB, wherein the issue will be discussed at the Heads of State level. The UN meeting is likely to endorse a set of goals to put the world on course to ending TB. | |
| 461. |
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched this program to improve quality of maternity care. |
| Answer» The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched LaQshya program aimed at improving quality of maternity care in labor room and maternity Operation. It is being implemented to 'fast-track' interventions for achieving tangible results. Key Facts The program aims to improve quality of care for pregnant. It is implemented at all Medical College Hospitals, District Hospitals and First Referral Unit (FRU) and Community Health Center (CHCs). | |
| 462. |
This commission introduced the SATH-E Roadmaps recently. |
| Answer» NITI Aayog released comprehensive roadmaps and detailed timelines for its initiative 'Sustainable Action for Transforming Human Capital in Education (SATH-E)' project. Amitabh Kant, CEO, NITI Aayog released the forward-looking blueprints. These roadmaps, which operate between 2018 to 2020, lay out detailed interventions which will be taken by the three participating States- Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha - aiming to become 'Role Model States' in school education. | |
| 463. |
As per the survey of Economist Intelligence Unit which city is the world's most expensive city? |
| Answer» Singapore is the most expensive city in the world as per Worldwide Cost of Living 2018 report by Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). Singapore has retained its title as the world's most expensive city for the fifth consecutive year. Worldwide Cost of Living is a bi-annual study of 133 cities conducted by London-headquartered Economist Intelligence Unit. It serves as a reference for companies to calculate cost-of-living allowances and prepare compensation packages for expatriates and business travellers. To derive the rankings, cost of more than 100 items such as cars, food, rent and clothing were compared across 133 cities. India's capital New Delhi along with Chennai and Bengaluru has featured in the ten cheapest cities of the world. | |
| 464. |
CBGs from G20 agree for Economic Growth by Promoting Trade with which union ministry? |
| Answer» The Finance Ministers Arun Jaitley and Central Bank Governors from G20, the Group of 20 economies have agreed to aim for economic growth by promoting trade. In their two day meeting at Washington, the financial leaders agreed to work together to promote trade and global economic growth. Argentine Treasury Minister Nicolas Dujovne chaired the meeting. | |
| 465. |
How many countries were recommended by United Nations Committee for Development Policy (CDP) for graduation from the least developed country (LDC) category? |
| Answer» United Nations Committee for Development Policy (CDP) has announced that Bhutan along with Kiribati, Sao Tome and Principe and Solomon Islands will be recommended for graduation from the least developed country (LDC) category. These four nations will be recommended to move up from ranks of poorest nations on account of increasing national earning power as well as access to better health care. At the United Nations (UN), LDC category is assessed using three criteria viz. gross national income per capita, economic vulnerability and human assets (health and education targets). Countries in this category are reviewed on these criteria at interval of three years. In order to be eligible for being recommended to graduate from LDC, a country must meet two of the three criteria. As per CDP the above listed four countries have fulfilled this condition and have thus been recommended for graduation. The recommendation has been sent to ECOSOC (the UN Economic and Social Council) for endorsement, which in turn will refer its decision to the UN General Assembly. | |
| 466. |
IRCTC ties up with this company with an aim of providing first-and-last-mile connectivity. |
| Answer» With an aim to providing first-and-last-mile connectivity, railway PSU IRCTC announced a partnership with cab aggregator Ola, giving commuters an option book taxi on its app. The tie-up, a six-month pilot project, will give customers access to Ola booking services when they visit the IRCTC Rail Connect App and on its website. The Ola cab facility will provide all the services offered. | |
| 467. |
Which ministry organizing the event in the first National workshop on POSHAN Abhiyan in New Delhi? |
| Answer» The first National workshop on POSHAN Abhiyan involving all the states and union territories was held at Pravasi Bharatiya Kendra, New Delhi. The Ministry of Women and Child Development is organizing the day-long workshop with participation from all the states/UTs. It is been organized to provide a complete orientation on the POSHAN Abhiyan, to explain the key components of the Abhiyaan and to provide handholding in using the software involved. The Ministry of WCD is also launching five e-ILA (e-Incremental Learning Approach) courses and two ECCE(Early Childhood Care and Education) software modules. | |
| 468. |
For whom, India Post releases special cover recently? |
| Answer» India Post paid a tribute to theoretical physicist, cosmologist and author Stephen Hawking by issuing a special cover on him. Stephen Hawking passed away at the age of 76 on March 14, 2018 in his home in Cambridge in the United Kingdom. The special cover on Stephen Hawking was jointly issued by Chief Post Master General (CPMG) of Maharashtra and Goa Circle, H C Agrawal and Director of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) Dr Sandip Trivedi at an event held in the General Post Office (GPO), Mumbai. Special cover on Stephen Hawking will be released at all 22 Circles of India Post. 'A Brief History of Time', 'The Universe in a Nutshell', 'On the Shoulders of Giants" are some of the popular books written by Stephen Hawking. | |
| 469. |
This Indian city is the highest paying city for talent as per the Randstad study. |
| Answer» Bengaluru has emerged as the highest paying city in India, with an average annual cost to company (CTC) for talents through all levels and functions at Rs 11 lakh, as per the report of Randstad Insights. Second position was secured by Pune with an average annual CTC at Rs 10 lakh. NCR occupies the 3rd position with an average annual CTC figure of a little under Rs 10 lakh. Mumbai has come fourth with an average annual CTC of Rs 9 lakh. Chennai (Rs 8 lakh), Hyderabad (a little under Rs 8 lakh) and Kolkata (around Rs 7 lakh) are the other three cities in the list of Indian cities paying the highest average salaries for professionals. Randstad Insights' report also states that professionals from pharma and healthcare industry are paid the highest in India with an average annual CTC of Rs 10 lakh across all levels and functions. | |
| 470. |
This ministry anounced Smart India Hackathon 2018. |
| Answer» Ministry of Communications announced that the Smart India Hackathon 2018 - Software edition Grand Finale is scheduled to be held on March 30-31, 2018 in Panipat. Smart India Hackathon 2018 would be the 2nd hackathon initiative in India following Smart India Hackathon 2017. | |
| 471. |
The world's longest sandstone cave named 'Krem Puri' has been discovered in __________. |
| Answer» The world's longest sandstone cave named 'Krem Puri' has been discovered in Meghalaya. Krem Puri was discovered in 2016. However its actual length was found between 5th February and 1st March 2018. It was measured by the Meghalaya Adventurers' Association (MAA). It is 24,583 metres long. This cave is over 6,000 metres longer than the world record-holder Cueva Del Saman, a sandstone cave in Edo Zulia, Venezuela. It has also become India's second longest cave in the general category. The longest India cave is the Krem Liat Prah-Umim-Labit system in the Jaintia Hills in Meghalaya. | |
| 472. |
Indian Government signed a MoU with Guyana for cooperation in which field? |
| Answer» Cabinet apprised of MoU between India and Guyana on cooperation in Renewable Energy. This memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed on January 30, 2018 in New Delhi. The MoU contains a framework for a cooperative institutional relationship between India and Guyana to encourage and promote technical bilateral cooperation on new and renewable energy. As per the terms of the MoU, a Joint Working Committee comprising representatives from both the sides will be set up to review, monitor and discuss matters related to areas of cooperation. | |
| 473. |
The First Indian Sign Language Dictionary was launched with __________ words. |
| Answer» The First Indian Sign Language Dictionary of 3000 words was launched by Thaawarchand Gehlot, Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment at a function. The dictionary has been developed by Indian Sign Language Research & Training Centre (ISLR&TC) under Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD). The basic aim of developing the ISL Dictionary is to remove communications barriers between the deaf and hearing communities. | |
| 474. |
Which Indian organisation has won the 'Most Informative Pavilion' award at the 105th Indian Science Congress (ISC-2018)? |
| Answer» The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has received the 'Most Informative Pavilion' Award in Pride of India Expo organized as part of the 105th Indian Science Congress (ISC) held from 16 to 20 March 2018 at Manipur University, Imphal. DRDO participated in the expo showcasing cutting-edge indigenous defence technologies with over 150 exhibits and models from 18 DRDO laboratories. The DRDO pavilion at the Expo was a big attraction among the visitors particularly students, who got opportunity to interact with DRDO scientists. The scientists engaged the visitors in the lively discussions on science and technologies. | |
| 475. |
What is the theme of "Scientific Convention on World Homeopathy Day" which is inagurated by Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu? |
| Answer» Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu inaugurated the two-day "Scientific Convention on World Homeopathy Day" in New Delhi. The two-day convention has been organized by Union Ministry of AYUSH. The inaugural function was presided over by Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH Shripad Yesso. Nearly 1500 delegates including homoeopathic researchers, practitioners, scientists from allied sciences, industrialists, students as well as representatives of various homoeopathic associations will be attending this convention. The theme of this convention is "Innovate: Evolve; Progress: Exploring Science since 40 years".World Homeopathy Day is observed on April 10 every yeaer to commemorate the birth anniversary of the founder of Homoeopathy, Dr. Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann. | |
| 476. |
This government starts 'green budget' for controlling pollution. |
| Answer» Delhi government presented a 'green budget' aimed at controlling pollution and monitoring its impact on the environment. Rs. 53000 crore Budget for fiscal 2018-19 was unveiled by Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia (Aam Aadmi Party). Mr. Sisodia highlighted that, under Delhi Budget 2018-19, 26 programmes and schemes of transport, power, environment and PWD will be threaded together for devising a unified system of pollution control. The 26 initiatives include procuring 1000 electric buses, subsidies to restaurants to replace coal tandoors with electricity- or gas-based tandoors and undertaking a joint study with University of Washington to explore the possibility of using technology to ascertain the source of air pollution at designated spots. | |
| 477. |
How many Indian Railway encompass stations revamping in world class transit hub? |
| Answer» The Indian Railway has been keen on welcoming changes and revamping the railway stations that will be made feasible for the passengers. The Indian Railways sights to convert stations into world-class 'airport-like' transit hubs! The Railway Ministry has decided to redevelop 90 railway stations into world-class transit hubs. | |
| 478. |
The 'Study in India' programme has been approved by the ministry of __________. |
| Answer» Ministry of Human Resource Development has approved 'Study in India' programme. The 'Study in India' programme's primary objective is to target foreign students by branding India as an attractive education destination. The move is aimed to improve the global ranking of Indian educational institutes. Under the programme, meritorious students will be provided with fee waiver and scholarship. | |
| 479. |
Project Dhoop is launched by ____________. |
| Answer» The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched Project Dhoop to address rising incidence of Vitamin D deficiencies (VDD), particularly amongst the young people. The project aims to encourage schools to shift their morning assembly to around noon-time, mainly between 11 am to 1 pm to ensure maximum absorption of Vitamin D in students through natural sunlight. It has been launched by FSSAI along with National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) as well as North MCD Schools. The concept of noon school assembly under it is an innovative and effective concept to ensure that school students get adequate Vitamin D through sunlight, while also opting to choose food products like milk and edible oils that are fortified with Vitamins A and D. | |
| 480. |
An international conference on Water, Environment and Climate Change has started in ___________. |
| Answer» An international conference on 'Water, Environment and Climate Change: Knowledge Sharing and Partnership' started in Kathmandu, Nepal. The three-day event is being organized by the Department of Water Supply and Sewerage and Govt of Nepal. The basic objective of the conference is to bring together professionals, government and non-government institutions to discuss and deliberate on challenges related to water and environmental issues. More than 100 international participants from 20 different countries, including India, will attend the conference. | |
| 481. |
Which union ministry has approved Rs. 5000 crore in financial year 2017-18 for Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) bonds to be subscribed by Life Insurance Corporation (LIC)? |
| Answer» Union Ministry of Finance has approved Government guarantee of Rs. 5000 crore in financial year 2017-18 for Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) bonds to be subscribed by Life Insurance Corporation (LIC). | |
| 482. |
This Indian depatment launches Cool EMS Service between India And Japan. |
| Answer» Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications launched the Cool EMS Service between India and Japan. Cool EMS service is one-way service from Japan to India which allows customers in India to import Japanese food items for personal use which is allowed under Indian regulations. Initially, Cool EMS Service will be available in Delhi only. Food items will be carried by Japan Post in special cool boxes containing refrigerant to preserve the quality of the food items. All other features like track and trace, etc of Express Mail Service (EMS) will be available for Cool EMS service as well. | |
| 483. |
The campaign which has been launched by WWF-India at the 12th edition of Earth Hour 2018 is? |
| Answer» The 12th edition of Earth Hour was observed across the world by turning off non-essential electric lights for one hour from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm on March 24, 2018. It is the world's largest grassroots movement for the environment where people around the globe unite to take a stand against climate change by turning off non-essential lights for one hour. It is a global initiative of the World Wide Fund for Nature India or WWF-India. This year, in 2018, WWF-India has launched the "Give Up to Give Back" initiative to inspire organisations, institutions and individuals to make the choice to curb some habits, practices and lifestyles that burden lives and environment. The campaign includes taking steps like giving up single-use plastics, fossil fuels and e-waste among others. | |
| 484. |
Who launches Baseline Ranking Of 115 Aspirational Districts? |
| Answer» The NITI Aayog launched the baseline ranking for 115 aspirational districts based on 49 indicators across five sectors that include health and nutrition, education, agriculture and water resources, financial inclusion and skill development, and basic infrastructure. This would be followed by delta ranking of these districts from May 2018 based on their incremental progress. | |
| 485. |
With which ministry, Ministry of Power joined hands to support household electrification scheme 'Saubhagya'? |
| Answer» The Union Ministry of Power has partnered with the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship to train the manpower in six states - Assam, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh - for speedy implementation of its household electrification scheme 'SAUBHAGYA' on March 27, 2018. The scheme is undertaken as a special project under the government's Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). Around 47,000 Distribution Lineman-Multi Skills and 8,500 Technical Helpers will be trained to meet the requirement of power sector. The purpose of the SAUBHAGYA (Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojna) scheme is to achieve universal household electrification in all parts of the country in a time bound manner. Around 4 crore households are expected to get electricity connections under the scheme. | |
| 486. |
US state of New Jersey's State Assembly has declared which month as 'Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month'? |
| Answer» In wake of increasing and unacceptable levels of anti-Sikh bigotry, US state of New Jersey's State Assembly has declared April as 'Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month'. During the month of April, efforts will be made to promote public awareness of the Sikh faith, recognise the important contributions of the Sikh community and combat anti-Sikh bigotry. As per US Government data, nearly 60 per cent of Americans know nothing about Sikh religion or its practitioners. After 9/11 terrorist attacks in US, rates of anti-Sikh bigotry rose dramatically as Sikhs in America are often confused for Muslims. | |
| 487. |
Which become the first city to roll-out Euro VI fuel? |
| Answer» Delhi started supplying Ultra-clean Euro-VI or Bharat Stage (BS)-VI grade petrol and diesel without any additional cost in order to curb air pollution. It become the first city in India to switch from Euro-IV grade petrol and diesel to Euro-VI grade petrol and diesel. Cities in the national capital region like Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad and 13 major cities like Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune will switch to Euro-VI grade fuel from 1st January 2018. Rest of India will switch to Euro-VI grade fuel from April 2020. Euro-VI grade fuel is estimated to cost nearly 50 paisa a litre more. But customers are not charged any additional cost. Mathura refinery in Uttar Pradesh, Panipat refinery in Haryana, Bina refinery in Madhya Pradesh and Bhatinda refinery in Punjab are currently supplying Euro-VI grade fuel to Delhi. | |
| 488. |
Who approves continuation of Nutrient Based Subsidy and City Compost Scheme? |
| Answer» The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved for continuation of Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) Scheme and City Compost Scheme and City Compost Scheme beyond 12th Five Year plan till 2019-20. The proposal was forwarded by Department of Fertilizers. 61,972 crore. The expenditure will be on actual basis since the national rollout of DBT entails 100% payment of subsidy to fertilizer companies. Similarly, MDA is being governed by City Compost Scheme which was launched in 2016. | |
| 489. |
What is the theme of India's 1st Insect Museum? |
| Answer» India's first insect museum opens in Tamil Nadu. The museum, established at a 6,691 sqft area, is fully dedicated to insects and claimed to be the first of its in the country. It would display insects preserved as specimens as also live ones depicting their different developmental stages, images, videos and models of their unique behaviour, habits and habitats. The uniqueness of the museum is visible in the lobby, which depicts the theme, "BUGS ARE KINGS", while the exhibiting area comprises seven radial walls (bay) on the right side and an undivided wall on the left side. | |
| 490. |
Which airport has been adjudged as the cleanest airport in India? |
| Answer» The Mangalore International Airport has been adjudged the cleanest airport in the country. Airport director VV Rao received the award during the 23rd annual day celebrations of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) in New Delhi. In the survey conducted across 53 airports in the country by AAI, Mangaluru airport was adjudged the cleanest. | |
| 491. |
The world's largest importer of almonds are __________. |
| Answer» India has now become the largest importer of almonds in the world. India, the second largest almond importer in the world in 2017, has already imported 154 million pounds till February this crop year (August 2017 to July 2018), overtaking Spain and China. Spain was the biggest almond importer in 2016-17 with 210 million pounds, while China had 150 million pound import. | |
| 492. |
The transporters have to produce a e-way bill for moving goods of worth over how much amount from one State to another? |
| Answer» With the beginning of the financial year 2018-19, the e-way Bill System for Inter-State movement of goods comes into force. Under this system businesses and transporters have to produce before a GST inspector e-way bill for moving goods worth over Rs 50,000 from one state to another. | |
| 493. |
This institute conferred with the best Indian university in National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF-2018)? |
| Answer» Prakash Javadekar, the Union Minister of Human Resource Development (HRD), has recently released INDIA RANKINGS 2018 for Higher Educational Institutions and presented awards to the institutions under the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF-2018). In it, the Indian Institute of Science (IISC) in Bengaluru has been adjudged the overall best institution in the country. Apart from this, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-M) - has been adjudged the best engineering college and the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIM - A) the best management institution. Delhi University's Miranda House was the best college and National Law School of India University, Bengaluru (NLSIU - B) the best law school in the country. In the medical college category, AIIMS New Delhi stood first, followed by PGIMER Chandigarh and CMC Vellore. The idea behind these rankings is to promote quality in education. The aim is also encourage competition to perform better and set up new benchmarks of performance in higher education space. | |
| 494. |
Which committee has been formed by the Union government to examine CBSE's exam conduct process? |
| Answer» The Union Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry has set up a high-powered committee to examine the process by which the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducts examinations. The panel, headed by former HRD Secretary VS Oberoi, will suggest measures to make the process secure and foolproof through use of technology. The committee will submit a report by May 31 to the Ministry. The move comes following the alleged leak of the Class 10 Mathematics and Class 12 Economics papers. The Ministry recently announced re-examination of the Class 12 Economics paper on April 25. It, however, decided against conducting the Class 10 Maths re-test. | |
| 495. |
"Satyagraha Se Swachhagraha" has been launched by which ministry? |
| Answer» The Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation (MoDWS) launched "Satyagraha Se Swachhagraha" campaign in New Delhi. It is a nationwide campaign and will culminate on 10th of this month marking the 100th year of Champaran Satyagraha. The campaign commemorates Champaran Satyagraha to spread the message of Swachhata across the country. | |
| 496. |
Ministry of Tourism and ___________ has launched "Adopt a Heritage Project" recently. |
| Answer» Ministry of Tourism along with Ministry of Culture and Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has launched "Adopt a Heritage Project". Adopt a Heritage Project aims to provide world class tourist facilities at the natural/cultural heritage sites. Main focus of the project will be to provide basic facilities like cleanliness, public convenience, drinking water, ease of access for tourists, signage etc. and advanced facilities like Souvenir shop, Cafeteria etc. The project envisions that selected public sector companies, private sector companies and individuals will create tourist facilities at heritage sites. Those entities will be named 'Monument Mitra'. They will adopt the sites under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. They will manage operations and maintenance of the adopted site initially for 5 years. The work will be reviewed at any time. The project was launched by the President on 27th September 2017 (World Tourism Day). | |
| 497. |
This ministry has approved establishment of the first multipurpose "Van Dhan Vikas Kendra" in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh? |
| Answer» Union Ministry of Tribal affairs has approved establishment of the first multipurpose "Van Dhan Vikas Kendra" in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh for value addition of Forest Produce. Van Dhan Vikas Kendra will be an important part of Central Government's scheme of "Mechanism for marketing of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) through Minimum Support price (MSP) and development of Value chain for MFP". This scheme is for socio economic development of tribals living in forests, for whom, collecting Minor Forest Produce (MFP) is a major source of livelihood. The first "Van Dhan Vikas Kendra" in Bijapur District of Chhattisgarh will provide skill upgradation and capacity building training and will have primary processing and value addition facility. Initially, this Kendra will have processing facility for Tamarind brick making, Mahua flower storage facility and chironjee cleaning and packaging. | |
| 498. |
Who decided to set up Data Sciences Lab to improve its forecasting, surveillance and early warning detection abilities? |
| Answer» Reserve Bank of India has decided to set up Data Sciences Lab to improve its forecasting, surveillance and early warning detection abilities which will aid policy formulation. RBI said the lab will comprise experts and budding analysts, who are trained in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Econometrics and Finance. The unit will become operational by December 2018. | |
| 499. |
___________ and the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for promotion of outbound shipments among small and medium enterprises (SMEs). |
| Answer» A digital payments company PayPal and the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for promotion of outbound shipments among small and medium enterprises (SMEs). As per the terms of the MoU, PayPal will work with FIEO to educate SMEs on how to leverage global opportunities, help them receive money in a safe and timely manner with PayPal products and inform them of global best practices. The programmes and seminars undertaken for this purpose will not only create awareness but will also address some commonly faced challenges by SMEs. Through activities carried out under the scope of this MoU, FIEO will be able to reach out to cottage industries, MSMEs, artisans and clusters, even in distant areas to develop their orientation towards exports. | |
| 500. |
This city tops in the list of Hospitality Index. |
| Answer» Global hospitality chain Airbnb announced that New Delhi and Maharashtra have been recognised as the most hospitable city and state respectively, according to its Hospitality Index. As per the index, the most hospitable states were Maharashtra, Goa, Delhi, Karnataka and Kerala. New Delhi led the charts as the most hospitable city in the country, followed closely by Jaipur, Cochin and Mumbai. | |