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| 1201. |
IIT __________ unveiled Data Platform to Improve efficiency of Government Infrastructure Development. |
| Answer» The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has launched a Data Platform of 'Integrated Database on Infrastructure Projects' (IDIP) to improve the efficiency of Government Infrastructure Development. It will help in effective decision-making among different stakeholders involved in the infrastructure sector. The development partner for the project is Akara Research and Technologies. It was launched on May 29, 2019 at the 15th World Conference on Transport Research (WCTR) held at IIT Bombay in a special session on Public-Private Partnership(PPP) in Indian Transport Sector by Prof G Raghuram, Director of Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore, in the presence of Prof Thillai Rajan A, IIT Madras, Prof Swapnil Garg, Associate Professor, Indian Institute of Management Indore and Co-ordinator of PPPINDIANET. | |
| 1202. |
Which ministry has organized a two-day workshop for Population Research Centres? |
| Answer» Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is organizinga two-day orientation workshop for Population Research Centres (PRCs) to highlight the various features of the flagship schemes of the Health Ministry for concurrent monitoring. Out of these, 12 are attached to various Universities and 6 are in research institutions of national repute. | |
| 1203. |
The Union Cabinet approved a monthly pension scheme of Rs __________ for Traders. |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved Rs.3000 monthly pension scheme for small retail traders and shopkeepers after they attain the age of 60 years. The scheme is based on self-declaration as no documents are required except bank account and Aadhaar Card. Also, the interested persons can enrol themselves via more than 3,25,000 Common Service Centres (CSC) spread across India. | |
| 1204. |
Name the mobile application has launched by AYUSH Ministry, recently? |
| Answer» Ahead of International yoga day celebrated on June 21, the ministry of AYUSH has launched "yoga locator" - an app to locate yoga events and centers providing training and instructor within the users range. This app is a map-based application which allows the instructor to register themselves and reach out to users. | |
| 1205. |
Which High Court has recently declared Animals as legal persons? |
| Answer» The Punjab and Haryana High Court has recently ruled that all animals are legal persons entitled to legal rights like human beings in Haryana. The verdict comes nearly a year after Uttarakhand High Court passed a similar order to protect and promote greater welfare of animals. Both the orders were written by Justice Rajiv Sharma, who was transferred from Uttarakhand to the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh in 2018. The order was passed in a case where the Punjab and Haryana High Court was informed that 29 cows were packed in a cruel manner while being transported from Uttar Pradesh to Haryana. In response, Justice Sharma's order emphasizes that animals cannot be reduced to mere property. This includes a ban in using animals to pull vehicles in extreme weather, limits on loads and the number of people that animals are made to carry, limits on the distances that an animal is made to walk at a stretch, instructions on how to tether an animal to the vehicle it is made to pull and a ban on the use of spike sticks, harness and other sharp instruments to avoid injuring the animal. The Court has also directed that animal-driven carts are given the 'Right of Way'. | |
| 1206. |
Which Bay is the largest Bay in the world? |
| Answer» Measured by shoreline, Hudson Bay is the largest bay in the world (the largest in area being the Bay of Bengal). | |
| 1207. |
The prestigious award UAE has conferred to PM Modi is_________ |
| Answer» Zayed medal was the prestigious award UAE has conferred to PM Modi. | |
| 1208. |
Which state will be hosting first ever Himalayan states conclave? |
| Answer» Uttarakhand will host the first-ever Himalayan states' conclave here on July 28 where the prime focus will be on sustainable development. | |
| 1209. |
Name the scheme for which the ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship waived fee for SC/ST candidates who join vocational training . |
| Answer» The ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India announced that fee for SC/ST candidates who join vocational training under Jan Shikshan Sansthans (JSS) have been waived off.This decision was taken by the Union Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey at the senior officials meet. The decision intended to strengthen the skill development and benefiting the underprivileged sections of society. The decision follows the recent reforms brought in January 2019 such as decentralization of powers for JSSs- giving more accountability and independence to the district administration, Training of Trainers to develop the capacity through NSTIs (National Skills Training Institutes). | |
| 1210. |
Which Indian city tops in the Traffic Index-2018? |
| Answer» An analysis of traffic congestion in more than 400 cities across six continents has found that commuters in Mumbai spent the most time on the road in 2018. Mumbai ranked first in the study, 'Traffic Index-2018', compiled by location technology specialist TomTom, with a congestion level of 65%, while New Delhi ranked fourth with congestion of 58%. The study covered 403 cities in 56 countries and defined congestion as the extra time added to road travel when traffic doesn't flow freely. | |
| 1211. |
Who has launched a Fiscal Performance Index (FPI) to assess state and central budgets? |
| Answer» Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has launched a Fiscal Performance Index (FPI) to assess state and central budgets. The Index incorporates qualitative assessments of revenue expenditure, capital expenditure, revenues, fiscal prudence and the level of public debt arrive at a more holistic picture of fiscal performance than the fiscal deficit to GDP ratio according to the CII. | |
| 1212. |
Which Government programme, has led to reduce ground water contamination as per the UNICEF study titled "Environmental impact of the Swachh Bharat Mission on Water, Soil, and Food" ? |
| Answer» According to the study on "Environmental impact of the Swachh Bharat Mission on Water, Soil, and Food" by United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation shows Swachh Bharat has reduced groundwater contamination.The study showed that in terms of faecal contamination, non-ODF (Open Defecation Free) villages were, on average 11.25 times more likely to have their groundwater sources contaminated (12.7 times more from contaminants traceable to humans alone).1.13 times more likely to have their soil contaminated.1.48 times more likely to have food contaminated iv. 2.68 times more likely to have household drinking water contaminated. | |
| 1213. |
Name the Telangana based NGO, which bagged the United Nation's Equator Prize for 2019. |
| Answer» The women sangams (groups) of the Deccan Development Society (DDS) bagged the United Nation's Equator Prize for 2019. They were selected for standing as 'an outstanding example of a local, nature-based solution to climate change and sustainable development.' The six women farmers are Maisanagari Ratnamma, Begari Tuljamma, Chilkapalli Ansuyamma, Nagwar Sunandamma, Yerrolla Kanakamma, and Nadimidoddi Anjamma. | |
| 1214. |
Which union ministry has instituted the Antarashtriya Yoga Diwas Media Samman (AYDMS) Samman? |
| Answer» The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) has instituted the first Antarashtriya Yoga Diwas Media Samman (AYDMS) for 2019 to mark the contribution of media in spreading the message of Yoga. The AYDMS will be conferred to print and electronic media houses. The contribution of the media in popularizing Yoga would be assessed by six juries. A total of 33 awards, under three categories, will be conferred. The award will comprise a special medal, plaque and trophy and a citation. The duration of the coverage for AYDMS would be from June 10 to June 25. Yoga has been universally acknowledged by the United Nations (UN) and is now practiced globally around 200 countries on June 21 every year. | |
| 1215. |
How many Medical Bills are approved by the Union Cabinet that was lapsed in the 16th Lok Sabha session? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet approved the two Medical Bills, Indian Medical Council (Amendment Bill), 2019, and the Homoeopathy Central Council (Amendment Bill), 2019. Both the bills had lapsed in the 16th Lok Sabha session. The Bills will be reintroduced in the upcoming Parliament session. The Bill is aimed at bringing in accountability, transparency, and quality in the governance of medical education in the country. The bill will also provide for supersession of the Medical Council of India (MCI) for a period of two years from August 26, 2018. | |
| 1216. |
For which community, the Union Government has decided to develop Eklavya Model Residential Schools? |
| Answer» The Union Government has decided to develop Eklavya Model Residential Schools meant for scheduled tribes at par with Navodya Vidyalaya. The initiative is part of the 100 days target of the Ministry towards the welfare of scheduled tribes. | |
| 1217. |
Researchers from this university have created high-resolution maps of points around the globe where groundwater meets the oceans, for the first time? |
| Answer» For the first time, Researchers at Ohio State University have created high-resolution maps of points around the globe where groundwater meets the oceans. It gives important data points to communities and conservationists to help protect drinking water and the seas. The study was published in the Journal "Geophysical Research Letters" on June 3, 2019. The team of Ohio State University worked with researchers at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the University of Saskatchewan in the research. | |
| 1218. |
India appreciated 'Royal Pardon' to _______Indians by the Sultan of Oman. |
| Answer» On the occasion of Eid ul Fitr, Oman's Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said granted a royal pardon to 17 Indians serving various jail sentences in Oman. Indian Embassy in Oman and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar appreciated the merciful gesture of Oman's Sultan. India-Oman relations are between the Republic of India and the Sultanate of Oman. | |
| 1219. |
This institute launched a training programme to help Rural Poor Farm Holds adapt to Climate Change and sustain their livelihoods. |
| Answer» The National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR) launched a training programme. It is of Sustainable Livelihoods and Adaptation to Climate Change (SLACC) to help Rural Poor Farm Holds adapt to Climate Change and sustain their livelihoods. Total 638 drought and flood-prone villages of MP and Bihar are being covered on pilot basis under this first of its kind initiative. | |
| 1220. |
This organisation has hiked the Third Party (TP) motor insurance premium for small and medium private cars by 12-12.5% for 2019-20. |
| Answer» The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) hiked the Third Party (TP) motor insurance premium for small and medium private cars by 12-12.5% for 2019-20. The rates are applicable from June 16, 2019. TP premium for two-wheelers and heavy vehicles was also increased. These powers which are provided to IRDAI are mentioned under Section 14 (B) (i) of the IRDA Act, 1999. Two-wheelers with engine capacities between 150cc and 350cc witnessed the highest percentage increase at 21.11%. Rates were increased from Rs 985 to Rs 1,193. For two-wheelers between 75 cc and 150 cc, it hiked TP rate by 4.44% to Rs 752. There was a hike of 12% in private cars below 1000 cc engine to Rs 2,072 and 12.50% increase to Rs 3,221 for cars with an engine capacity of 1000-1500 cc. | |
| 1221. |
Mann Ki Baat Indian radio programme will be resumed from; |
| Answer» Mann Ki Baat Indian radio programme hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in which he addresses the people of the nation on All India Radio, DD National and DD News. Mann Ki Baat is to resume on June 30. The programme aims to deliver the Prime Minister's voice to the general masses of India. It also aims to spread joy, positivity and celebrate the strength of 130 crore Indians. People can share their questions on the NaMo App Open Forum. People can dial the toll-free number 1800-11-7800 to record the messages. This will be the first Mann ki Baat episode after Modi assumed office for the second time. The first episode of the second season will be broadcasted on All India Radio, on June 30. The final episode of the last season was aired on February 24 and the program was later discontinued during the Lok Sabha elections. It was originally released on 3 October 2014. | |
| 1222. |
PENCIL Portal was launched by the ministry of; |
| Answer» Union Minister of Labour & Employment Santosh Kumar Gangwar (MoS) informed that 361 Complaints of Child Labour were resolved out of the 1010 complaints received, through the Platform for Effective Enforcement for No Child Labour (PENCIL) Portal. Through the portal, online complaints regarding child labour can be filed by anybody and the complaint gets assigned to the concerned Nodal Officer automatically by the system for further necessary action. It was launched on September 26, 2017 to ensure effective enforcement of the provisions of the Child Labour Act 1986 and smooth implementation of the National Child Labour Project (NCLP) Scheme. It's components are Child Tracking System, Complaint Corner, State Government, National Child Labour Project and Convergence. | |
| 1223. |
What is the full form of UPI, a payment system? |
| Answer» Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is an instant real-time payment system developed by National Payments Corporation of India facilitating inter-bank transactions | |
| 1224. |
Who is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom? |
| Answer» Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson is a British politician serving as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party since July 2019. | |
| 1225. |
Who plans to construct a road using plastic waste for the first time? |
| Answer» In an environment-friendly initiative, Lucknow constructed its first plastic waste road. The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has started using plastic waste to construct roads as a pilot project. This environment-friendly road is being constructed as a trial from Gomti Nagar Police Station to Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow. The LDA will follow all the road-making guidelines set by the Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) for the construction. Mixed plastic waste increases the durability of roads by 40 to 50 percent. About 8-10 percent of plastic waste mixed in coal tar and it will be durable for a longer time. | |
| 1226. |
What was the theme of Dubai World Expo 2020? |
| Answer» Dubai World Expo 2020 will take place for six months beginning 20th October 2020 up to 10th April 2021. The theme of the Expo is 'Connecting Minds, Creating the Future' with 3 sub themes - Opportunity, Mobility and Sustainability. At expo, the Indian Pavilion will showcase the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Railways - Piyush Goyal. | |
| 1227. |
How many years of imprisonment was given to the culprits of child pornography? |
| Answer» Rajya Sabha passed the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) (Amendment) Bill, 2019 which provides for death penalty to the culprits in the cases of sexual assault and stringent punishments for other crimes against children. It provides for the levy of fines and imprisonment up to 5 years to curb child pornography. In the event of a second or subsequent conviction, the punishment would be up to seven years and fine. | |
| 1228. |
India's first fully electric motorbik was unveiled recently. It was named as; |
| Answer» Revolt Intellicorp has finally unveiled India's first fully electric motorcycle, the RV 400. The company has announced that the bike will be launched next month and that deliveries will commence soon after. The company added that the top speed has been capped at 85kmph. | |
| 1229. |
Which department approved penalties on Bharti Airtel Ltd and Vodafone Idea Ltd for denial of interconnection to Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd |
| Answer» The highest decision-making body of the Department of Telecom (DoT), Digital Communications Commission (DCC) approved to levy penalties on Bharti Airtel Ltd and Vodafone Idea Ltd for denial of interconnection to Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd when it had entered the market in 2016. In October 2016, Telecom Regulatory authority of India (TRAI) had fined Airtel and Vodafone with Rs. 1,050 crore each (Rs 50 cr per circle for 21 circles) and for Idea (Rs 50 cr per circle for 19 circles) it was Rs 950 crore. But as Vodafone and Idea merged (August 2018) to form Vodafone-Idea, the new entity had to bear the combined burden of Rs. 2000 cr. Reliance Jio had complained that its subscribers were unable to call other networks as its rivals did not release sufficient number of Points of Interconnect (PoI). | |
| 1230. |
What was the theme of 5th Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Summit 2019 held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan? |
| Answer» The 5th Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Summit 2019 was held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, from 14-15 June 2019. The theme of the 5th Summit was "Shared Vision for a Secure and More Prosperous CICA Region". India is a member of CICA since 1999. Late Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee had participated in the first CICA Summit held in 2002 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. | |
| 1231. |
Which Indian institutions tops in the QS World University Ranking 2020? |
| Answer» In the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Ranking 2020, The Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IIT-Bombay) emerged as India's best institution. For the past three years, it has been securing the top position among Indian institutes. It was followed by IIT Delhi and Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore. These are the only three universities in India that made it to the top 200 universities in the world. The ranking comprised of world's top 1000 colleges which were divided on the basis of several factors including subjects, location, study level, academic reputation, employer reputation, and research impact. IIT Bombay secured 152th rank, IIT Delhi secured 182th rank and IISc Bangalore secured 184th rank. IIT-Madras (27A), IIT-Kharagpur (28A), IIT-Kanpur (29A) and IIT-Roorkee (38C) are among the top 400 institutes. IIT-Guwahati, was ranked 491 and the Delhi University was placed at 474th rank. | |
| 1232. |
Who organised the 4th edition of National Yoga Olympiad of school children in New Delhi? |
| Answer» National Council of Educational Research and Training organised 4th edition of National Yoga Olympiad of school children in New Delhi. The Olympiad was inaugurated by the Director and UNESCO Representative for India, Mr. Eric Falt. This year 567 students from 33 States/UTs participated in the Olympiad. The purpose of olympiad was to create positive attitude among all human beings and promote peaceful living together in the society. | |
| 1233. |
"AWaRe" a new tool to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) was launched by; |
| Answer» The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a global campaign "AdoptAWaRe, Handle antibiotics with care" urging governments to adopt a tool named "AWaRe" (Access, Watch, and Reserve), to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), adverse events and costs. It is developed by the WHO Essential Medicines List. It classified antibiotics into three groups - Access (antibiotics used to treat the most common and serious infections), Watch (antibiotics available at all times in the healthcare system), and Reserve (antibiotics to be used sparingly or preserved and used only as a last resort). The aim is to increase the proportion of global consumption of antibiotics in the Access group to at least 60% and to reduce the usage of the antibiotics at risk of resistance from the Watch and Reserve groups. | |
| 1234. |
What was the theme of 'Global Innovation Index' 2019? |
| Answer» The theme of the 2019 GII is Creating Healthy Lives - The Future of Medical Innovation | |
| 1235. |
Who has proposed to sell only e-vehicles after 2030? |
| Answer» The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog, think tank of the government, has proposed that only Electric Vehicles (EVs) should be sold after 2030. This is proposed in order to expand the scope of the clean fuel technology beyond two and three-wheelers. The panel headed by NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant had suggested earlier that only EV (three-wheelers and two-wheelers) with an engine capacity of up to 150 cc should be sold from 2025 onwards. According to the joint study by NITI Aayog and Rocky Mountain Institute, USA, India can save 64% of anticipated road-based mobility-related energy demand and 37% of carbon emissions in 2030 by pursuing a shared, electric, and connected mobility future. | |
| 1236. |
The DD India channel will now be broadcasted in which two countries and in return, their state channels will be shown on DD Free Dish in India? |
| Answer» The Union Government has entered into agreements with Bangladesh and South Korea to broadcast DD (Doordarshan) India channel in these countries. In return, the state channels of these two countries will be shown on DD Free Dish in India. | |
| 1237. |
Who has organized a training program "Capacity Building Program" On Electoral Technology, recently? |
| Answer» India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) (ECI) organized a five-day training program. The program on Use of Technology in Elections for Election Officials of Union Election Commission of Myanmar. The Capacity Building Programs on Electoral technology is the 7th program of 09 programs scheduled across 2018-2019. Election Commissioner of India Sushil Chandra shared the need of sharing best practices of Elections among Election Management Bodies. Their aim is to strengthen the democracy around the world and create transparency. | |
| 1238. |
Name the world famous handcrafted footwear, which gets a Geographic Indication (GI) tag from the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Mark . |
| Answer» World famous handcrafted footwear, Kolhapuri chappal gets a Geographic Indication (GI) tag from The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Mark. The tag was given to the states of Maharashtra and Karnataka, covering four districts each. Benefits: Tagging will help artisans in Kolhapur make& market their products domestically and internationally. It will also help these artisans to tackle attempts to copy or imitate the footwear brand illegally.Kolhapuri Chappal: Brand Kolhapuri came at the beginning of the 20th century when the footwear began to be traded in Kolhapur. | |
| 1239. |
Which institute signed MoU with PGCIL to enter Power Distribution Business? |
| Answer» Indian Public Sector Undertaking's (PSUs) National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC Ltd) and Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) signed an agreement to set up National Electricity Distribution Company Limited (NEDCL). National Electricity Distribution Company by NTPC, a leading power generator, and Power Grid, which owns India's largest power transmission network to get into consumer electricity supply business. Main Objective: To undertake business for distribution of electricity in distribution circles in various states and Union Territories (UTs) and other related activities. | |
| 1240. |
How many Memorandum of Agreements are signed by Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation for the renovation of 22 railway stations? |
| Answer» Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation (IRSDC) signed 2 Memorandum of Agreements (MoAs) on 'Railway Station Redevelopment' for the renovation of 22 railway stations. IRSDC signed a MoA with MECON Limited (Formerly known as Metallurgical & Engineering Consultants Limited). 8 railway stations including Andheri, Bandra Terminus, Ranchi, Chennai Egmore will be redeveloped. | |
| 1241. |
As per Adarsh Station Scheme, how many railway stations are developed? |
| Answer» Minister of Railways and Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha stated that under Adarsh Station Scheme (ASS), of the 1,253 stations which were identified for development, 1,103 railway stations were developed. Modernisation and upgradation of railway stations in Indian Railways are undertaken from time to time under various modernisation schemes such as Model Station Scheme, Modern Station Scheme and Adarsh Station Scheme. The remaining stations are planned to be developed by 2019-20. 68 stations were identified for soft upgradation and all stations were upgraded in the year 2018-19. The work of redevelopment was in progress at Gandhinagar (Gujarat) and Habibganj (Madhya Pradesh) stations. Contracts for redevelopment were awarded for Gomtinagar, Charbagh (Uttar Pradesh) and Puducherry (Union Territory of Puducherry) stations. | |
| 1242. |
The scientists of which CSIR institute has developed a Cancer cell detection 'dots' from coal? |
| Answer» A team of scientists from CSIR-NEIST Assam has developed a chemical process that turns 'dirty' coal into a biomedical 'dot' to help detect cancer cells. The team, led by Binoy Kumar Saikia and Tonkeswar Das, has applied for a patent for their chemical method of producing Carbon Quantum Dots (CQDs) from cheap, abundant, low-quality and high-sulphur coals. CQDs are carbon-based nanomaterials whose size is less than 10 nm (or nanometer). The CQDs that the CSIR-NEIST team developed emit a bluish colour with high-stability, good-conductivity, low-toxicity, environmental friendliness, and good optical properties. CQDs are futuristic materials whose demand in India has been increasing leading to a considerable volume of import. The CSIR-NEIST technology can produce approximately 1 litre of CQDs per day at a low cost to become an import substitute. The acronym 'CSIR-NEIST' stands for "Council of Scientific & Industrial Research-North East Institute of Science and Technology". | |
| 1243. |
Under which scheme, Ministry of Human Resource Development introduced a Self Defence training program to train the girls of class VI to XII? |
| Answer» Samagra Shiksha, an Integrated Scheme for School Education has been launched by Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Human Resource Development. Self Defence training will be imparted to girls of class VI to XII belonging to Government Schools to ensure their safety and security. | |
| 1244. |
Who has signed an MoU with Common Service Centres e-Governance Services India? |
| Answer» National Small Industries Corporation has signed an MoU with Common Service Centres e-Governance Services India. The aim is to enhance new offerings for the MSME sector by synergizing each other's competence. MoU will also enable CSCs to utilize plethora of NSIC offerings through the NSIC portal. | |
| 1245. |
How many donors has announced contributions for their intention to contribute to UNRWA's 2019 budget? |
| Answer» NRWA is currently under difficult financial crisis. This has caused concern and has put to the agency's core services to Palestine refugees risk Agency's core services, like especially in fields of health, education and assistance to the most vulnerable refugees, to Palestine refugees at risk. A total of 23 donors has announced their contributions to UNRWA's 2019 budget. Most of the UNRWA's resources are from voluntarily contributions, with a limited donor base of traditional donors. | |
| 1246. |
Which country is the largest producer of cocoa in the world? |
| Answer» The Ivory Coast supplies 30 percent of the world's total cocoa, leading the rest of the world by over half a million metric tons with a total crop of 1,448,992 tonnes. | |
| 1247. |
How much penalty amount has been proposed for not providing way to emergency vehicles under the Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill approved by cabinet? |
| Answer» The government approved the Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill that proposes hefty penalties for violation of traffic norms including up to Rs. 10,000 fine for not providing way to emergency vehicles and Rs. 10,000 for driving despite disqualification. | |
| 1248. |
The United Nation observe Micro, Small and Medium sized Enterprises(MSME) Day on______? |
| Answer» The United Nations observe 27 June as the Micro, Small and Medium sized Enterprises Day. Since 2017, Micro, small and Medium-sized businesses celebrate this day in recognition of their work in local and global economies. | |
| 1249. |
Name the collaborative initiative launched by Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS) and South Korea recently? |
| Answer» South Korean Ambassador to India Bong-kil Shin launched a collaborative initiative between South Korea and Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS) named 'Jaipur Foot Korea'. An agreement was also signed by the Korean Ambassador with BMVSS to provide assistance in prosthetic limbs sector.Korea will grant financial and technical assistance for research and development collaboration in the med-tech sector in the area of prosthetic limbs, bionic arms, 3-D printing-based Flat foot solution and mobility solutions. | |
| 1250. |
The theme for WHD (World Hydrography Day) 2019, observed on June 21 was; |
| Answer» The theme for WHD 2019 is "Hydrographic information driving marine knowledge". It was adopted by the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) and was first celebrated in 2006, and since then it has been celebrated every year. | |