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| 501. |
As per the Global Peace Index 2019, what is the possition of India? |
| Answer» India's rank has slipped five places to 141 among 163 countries on the Global Peace Index 2019, while Iceland remains the most peaceful country and Afghanistan the least peaceful nation, as per the report by Australian think tank Institute for Economics & Peace. It ranks countries according to their level of peacefulness based on three thematic domains - the level of societal safety and security, the extent of ongoing domestic and international conflict and the degree of militarisation. Iceland remains the most peaceful country in the world, a position it has held since 2008. Afghanistan is now the least peaceful country in the world, replacing Syria, which is now the second least peaceful. | |
| 502. |
Which is the host country of the Intersessional meeting of Kimberley Process (KP)? |
| Answer» The Intersessional meeting of Kimberley Process (KP) will be hosted by India from 17th to 21st June 2019 in Mumbai. Beside this, two special forums regarding Diamond Terminology and Artisanal Mining - Small Steps to Larger Outcomes, will be held during the Intersessional. India is one of the founder members of Kimberley Process Certification Scheme and is the Chair of Kimberley Process for the year 2019 with Russian Federation as Vice Chair. | |
| 503. |
India is to celebrate the __________ anniversary of victory in 'Operation VIJAY'. |
| Answer» India is to celebrate the 20th anniversary of victory in Operation VIJAY, which popularly known as the Kargil War. The Kargil War is a saga of strong political, military and diplomatic actions. The Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations for the year 2019 will be spread over three days from 25-27 July 2019 and will be organized at Dras and New Delhi. However, as part of the build up to the main event, numerous activities are planned to be organized all over the country with effect from first week of July 2019. The theme of the day is 'Remember, Rejoice and Renew'. The objective of these celebrations is to evoke feeling of nationalism and patriotism through nationwide campaigns especially amongst youth and to pay homage to the valiant soldiers. | |
| 504. |
According to UN report- World Population Prospects 2019- India will overtake China by around which year? |
| Answer» United Nations has released its World Population Prospects 2019 recently. This report explained that India is expected to show the highest population increase between now and 2050, overtaking China as the world's most populous country, by around 2027. | |
| 505. |
How many incubators are sets for startups in the information and communications technology space across India? |
| Answer» The GoI will set up 51 new incubators for startups in the information and communications technology space across India as part of its Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (Tide) 2.0 scheme. Tide 2.0 will offer financial and technical support to incubators supporting ICT startups that are involving usage of deep technologies including artificial intelligence, blockchain, robotics, and internet of things in "pre identified areas of societal relevance". | |
| 506. |
International Olympic Committee(IOC) has provisionally lifted ban from this country regarding hosting international sports events? |
| Answer» A non-governmental sports organization based in Lausanne, Switzerland, IOC (International Olympic Committee) lifted its sanctions imposed on Indian Olympic Association (IOA) hosting international sports events. The decision was taken after finally receiving a letter of guarantee from the Government that it will allow all eligible athletes, sportspersons, and officials in events held in the country.The restriction imposed under points 2 and 3 of the IOC EB decision in relation to giving permission to host sports events, lifted by the IOC. | |
| 507. |
Recently, who won "Save water Hero" award? |
| Answer» Social activist Makarand Tilloo won 'Save Water Hero Award'. This award presented to him in order to encourage his efforts to raise awareness about water conservation in the city. The ceremony was held in Pune, Maharashtra. | |
| 508. |
Indias first solar cruise vessel will debut in ________ |
| Answer» Close on the heels of launching India's first solar-powered ferry in 2016, Kerala is gearing up for the launch of the country's premier solar-powered cruise boat by December. | |
| 509. |
The government has developed a National Strategic Plan with the goal of ending Tuberculosis (TB) by which year? |
| Answer» The government has developed a National Strategic Plan with the goal of ending Tuberculosis (TB) by 2025. Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Ashwini Kumar Choubey stated that India accounts for 27.4 lakh estimated new TB cases annually, which is the highest in terms of absolute numbers. | |
| 510. |
Which state government has decided to launch Sarbat Sehat Bima Yojana (SSBY)? |
| Answer» Aimed at providing annual health cover of Rs.5 lakh per family to 43.18 lakh families of Punjab, the State Government is all set to launch its flagship universal health insurance scheme 'Sarbat Sehat Bima Yojana' (SSBY) from July this year. | |
| 511. |
Which country has placed 7th to implement an Central Command Centre for Air Traffic Flow Management (C-ATFM) system? |
| Answer» India became the seventh nation to implement Central Command Centre for Air Traffic Flow Management (C-ATFM) after the US, Europe, Australia, South Africa, Japan, Brazil. | |
| 512. |
When was Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) established? |
| Answer» The Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW or RAW) is the foreign intelligence agency of India. It was established in 1968 following the intelligence failures of the Sino-Indian War, which persuaded the Government of India to create a specialised, independent agency dedicated to foreign intelligence gathering. | |
| 513. |
Meeting of Expert Working Group on Paris Pact Initiative was held in New Delhi. It was hosted by which ministry? |
| Answer» The Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance is hosting a Meeting of Expert Working Group on Paris Pact Initiative in New Delhi. The meeting focuses on Illicit Financial Flows deriving from the trafficking of Opiates originating in Afghanistan. The Meeting is being organised with the support of United Nations Office on Drugs & Crimes. The Meeting will be attended by the representatives of the Member Countries of Paris Pact, Regional Representatives of UNODC and Senior Officers of the Indian agencies like DRI, ED and NCB. | |
| 514. |
Who is the new IB(Intelligence Bureau), India chief? |
| Answer» The new IB chief Arvind kumar is a 1984 batch IPS officer from Assam-Meghalaya cadre. | |
| 515. |
As per the report on Food & Nutrition Security (FNS) of India, How much percent of Indian children under five years will still be stunted by 2022? |
| Answer» The report on Food & Nutrition Security (FNS) Analysis of India developed by UN (United Nations) World Food Programme Reduction: Stunting in children in India under the age of five has reduced at a rate of about 1% per year in the last decade. India must double its rate of progress to reach the target of 25% by 2022 set by the National Nutrition Mission.stated that 31.4% of Indian children under five years will still be stunted by 2022. | |
| 516. |
Which year is set as a target year by the government of India to end Tuberculosis (TB) ? |
| Answer» The program will cover nine States of India. It will also support the government's National Strategic Plan to end TB in India by 2025. | |
| 517. |
Who is the new president of Exporters body FIEO? |
| Answer» Sharad Kumar Saraf will be the new President of Federation of Indian Export Organisations and will take charge from June 28. | |
| 518. |
India signs USD __________ loan agreement with World Bank to help treat and eliminate Tuberculosis from the country. |
| Answer» India has signed a loan agreement worth 400 million dollar with the World Bank to help treat and eliminate Tuberculosis from the country. The World Bank supported program will cover nine States and it will support the government's National Strategic Plan to end TB in India by 2025. Under the program, GoI provide Direct Benefit Transfers to patients for acquiring the critical nutrition needed during treatment. | |
| 519. |
How much fine will be imposed on the people for blocking ambulances as a part of Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the bill to fine people with Rs 10,000 for blocking ambulances. The rule is the part of Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill. The newly approved bill will update the Motor Vehicles Act 1988. | |
| 520. |
Under which ministry, Education Quality Upgradation and Inclusion Programme released? |
| Answer» The Department of Higher Education of HRD Ministry has finalized and released a five year vision plan named Education Quality Upgradation and Inclusion Programme. It consists of Double the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in higher education and resolve the geographically and socially skewed access to higher education institutions in India. Upgrade the quality of education to global standards. Position at least 50 Indian institutions among the top 1000 global universities. Introduce governance reforms in higher education for well-administered campuses. Accreditation of all institutions as an assurance of quality. | |
| 521. |
How many houses were approved under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)? |
| Answer» Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, Hardeep Singh Puri announced that 81,03,196 houses were approved under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) scheme. 47,57,987 houses are at stages of construction and 26,07,913 houses were completed or occupied.Central Assistance of Rs. 51,113 crores was released under the PMAY (Urban) and the assistance was met through Budgetary Resources as well as Extra Budgetary Resources (EBR). | |
| 522. |
What is the name of the satellite that India is planning to send to study the sun's corona? |
| Answer» India is planning to send up its own satellite Aditya-L1, a mission to study the Sun's corona, and Prof. Banerjee is the co-Chair of the Science Working Group. | |
| 523. |
Which space agency is planning to study the corona of the sun through its 'PUNCH' mission? |
| Answer» NASA has selected Texas-based Southwest Research Institute to lead its PUNCH mission which will image the Sun. This is a landmark mission that will image regions beyond the Sun's outer corona. | |
| 524. |
Which country has became the low cost solar energy producer in the world as per International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)'s report "Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2018"? |
| Answer» According to a report, "Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2018" by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), India leads in producing solar power at lowest cost globally and is far ahead of other nations in low average production costs. Even India beats China(cheapest manufacturer of everything,) it also left behind the countries of the UK, Canada, and France among others. India's report: India has the lowest total installed cost for new utility-scale solar PV projects that were commissioned in 2018 at $793/Kw(kilowatt), which is 27% lower than in 2017. High cost: Canada($2,427/kW) Russian($2,302/kW) Japan($2,101/kW) South Africa($1,617/kW) and Australia($1,554/kW) are charging high for setting up solar projects. Low cost: China, Italy , France($1,074/kW) and Germany($1,113/kW) have the lowest installation cost. | |
| 525. |
Name the country which has contribute USD 5M in 2019 to UN Palestine refugee agency. |
| Answer» India has pledged to contribute USD 5 Million in 2019 to the UN Palestine refugee agency. The Indian Government is assisting 150 Palestinian professionals every year under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation programme. | |
| 526. |
Who is the chief minister of Nagaland? |
| Answer» Neiphiu Rio (born 11 November 1950) is an Indian politician who is the current Chief Minister of Nagaland. Rio has also served as Chief Minister for three separate terms (2003-08, 2008-13 and 2013-14), making him the only Nagaland Chief Minister to have served three consecutive terms. | |
| 527. |
Which state has the largest area? |
| Answer» According to area, Rajasthan is the largest state in India, followed by Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. | |
| 528. |
Which state in India is the largest producer of gold? |
| Answer» Kolar Gold Fields in Karnatka is one of the deepest mines of the world. [Usually, gold mines are the deepest mines in the world. Mponeng Gold Mine in South Africa is the deepest mine in the world (3.9 km deep)] | |
| 529. |
Which country has abstained from voting on a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution to find the possibility to end the trade in goods used for capital punishment and torture recently? |
| Answer» India has abstained from voting on a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution to find the possibility to end the trade in goods used for capital punishment and torture.The First Secretary in India's Permanent Mission to the UN (United Nations) Paulomi Tripathi stated that it was unacceptable to place death penalty on par with torture.Resolution: The UNGA (193 members) adopted the resolution 'Towards torture-free trade: examining the feasibility, scope, and parameters for possible common international standards'. Result: 81 voted in favor, 20 voted against and 44 abstained from the resolution. | |
| 530. |
India is a federal union comprising twenty-eight states and how many union territories? |
| Answer» After The Removal Of Article 370 & Article 35A, India Got 28 States & 9 Union Territories. Union Territories are: 1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands 2. Chandigarh 3. Dadar and Nagar Haveli 4. Daman and Diu 5. Lakshadweep 6. Delhi 7. Puducherry (Pondicherry) 8. Leh & Ladakh 9. Jammu & Kashmir. | |
| 531. |
As per the report compelled by the Swiss National Bank, what is the position of India? |
| Answer» The annual banking statistics report compelled by the Swiss National Bank (SNB), India slipped to 74th place in terms of money with Swiss banks. UK (United Kingdom) remained top in the list of the survey. India holds 6% in 2018 to 955 million Swiss francs (about Rs.6,757 crore). A second lowest level in over two decades. The top-ranked countries in the list are the 1.UK, the US (United States); 2. West Indies, France, and Hong Kong. | |
| 532. |
Indian Railways to install CCTV cameras in how many train coaches? |
| Answer» According to the GoI, the Indian Railways has set a target to install CCTV cameras in more than 7,000 coaches of mainline passenger trains by March 2021. Also, CCTV cameras have already been installed in coaches of premium, mail, express and suburban trains. | |
| 533. |
As per Henley Passport Index 2019, what is the position of India? |
| Answer» India is ranked at the 86th position in the Henley Passport Index 2019 with a mobility score of 58. India shares the position with Mauritiana and Sao Tome and Principe. In 2018, India was ranked at the 79th position. | |
| 534. |
Who is the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India? |
| Answer» The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is an authority, established by Article 148 of the Constitution of India, which audits all receipts and expenditure of the Government of India and the state governments. | |
| 535. |
Which state has launched the 'Jan Choupal' program to discuss public issues? |
| Answer» Bhupesh Baghel, the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh has started a program to address various issues faced by the general public. This 'Jan Choupal' program will take place every week in Raipur district. | |
| 536. |
Which Union Territory has decided to introduce a bi-cycle sharing scheme? |
| Answer» A bicycle sharing scheme will be introduced in Puducherry in the upcoming months. The scheme has been conceived under the Puducherry smart city development plan. | |
| 537. |
Name the Scheme, which is extended to fisheries and animal husbandry farmers in order to assist them to meet their working capital needs. |
| Answer» The Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Pratap Chandra Sarangi informed that the facility of Kisan Credit Card (KCC) has been extended to fisheries and animal husbandry farmers in order to assist them to meet their working capital needs. Extension of KCC facility will help to meet the short term credit requirements of farmers in rearing of animals, poultry birds and other aquatic organisms and capture of fish.The credit limit for the existing KCC holders is Rs 3 lakh including animal husbandry and fisheries activities and KCC holders for animal husbandry and fisheries have the credit limit of Rs. 2 lakh to meet their working capital requirements for animal husbandry and fisheries activities. | |
| 538. |
India to get the first e-Vehicle Charging Highway by __________. |
| Answer» The highways of Delhi-Jaipur and Delhi-Agra are India's first highway corridors will get charging stations for electric vehicles by March 2020. The total distance of the corridors on Yamuna Expressway (between Delhi and Agra) and National Highway 48 (between Delhi and Jaipur) will be 500 km and 18 charging stations will be set up near toll plazas on both these highways routes to charge &change batteries. The e-corridor was first proposed under the Ease of Doing Business Programme of the Advance Services for Social and Administrative Reforms (ASSAR), a private firm backed by the central government. The 500-km of the expressway will be converted into electric corridors with facilities for charging electric vehicles and each of the 18 stations will have eight to 10 chargers and 20 charging points. About two crore rupees would be spent in the development of a single charging station and the electricity tariff. | |
| 539. |
The 14th conference of the parties will be hosted by this country from September 02 to 13. |
| Answer» India will host the 14th conference of the parties from September 02 to 13 in Greater Noida. 197 countries are expected to participate in the conference. Three crucial issues in this conference are desertification, land degradation and drought. | |
| 540. |
Immunocontraception Project was launched by the ministry of; |
| Answer» Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) launched a project for undertaking 'immunocontraceptive measures' for population management of 4 species of wild animals namely Elephant, Wild boar, Monkeys and Blue Bull (Nilgai). Human-elephant conflict caused the maximum number of casualties. Between 2014 and March 2019, 2,398 people died in an elephant attack in the country. West Bengal had a maximum number of such deaths. Immunocontraception is a birth control method that uses the body's immune response to prevent pregnancy. It is a technology that uses a female animal's immune system to build a protein around the egg that prevents it from fertilizing. | |
| 541. |
Who is the CEO of Byju's? |
| Answer» Byju Raveendran is the founder and CEO of Byju's Classes, the Education Technology firm whose tagline is "Fall in love with learning" | |
| 542. |
What percentage of the higher education budget goes to IITs? |
| Answer» 16.7% percentage of the higher education budget goes to IITs, 1% to IIMs, and 2.3% to IISERs. | |
| 543. |
Who became the first Indian athelete to clinch a medal in World Universiade? |
| Answer» National record holder Dutee Chand became the first Indian woman track and field athlete to clinch a gold medal in the World Universiade after she won the 100m dash event in Napoli. | |
| 544. |
India's Child mortality reduced to what percent as per the Multidimensional Poverty Index 2019? |
| Answer» UN Development Programme released the 2019 Multidimensional Poverty Index, which states that India's Child mortality dropped from 4.5 percent to 2.2 percent. India successfully lifted over 250 million people out of poverty during 2006 - 2016. | |
| 545. |
With which country, EU hold high-level talks on migration, mobility? |
| Answer» India and the European Union (EU) held the fifth high-level dialogue on migration and mobility (HLDMM). They discussed steps aimed at realizing the full potential of further strengthening cooperation in the key areas. Sanjiv Arora, Secretary (Consular, Passport and Visa and Overseas Indian Affairs) and Paraskevi MICHOU, Director General (Migration and Home Affairs), European Commission put out by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The two delegations led by the co-chairs, the dialogue attended by heads of mission. The other representatives of the diplomatic missions of EU Member States in New Delhi. The discussions at the 5th India-EU HLDM were held in a highly friendly and constructive spirit encompassed a wide range of issues of mutual interest in the context of migration and mobility along the India-EU corridor. Both sides reaffirmed that migration and mobility are an important dimension of the strategic partnership between India and the EU. | |
| 546. |
Which ministry launched a scheme named 'LaQshya' to improve quality of care in labor room and maternity operation theatres in public health facilities? |
| Answer» The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India launched 'LaQshya' (Labour room Quality improvement Initiative)Initiative to improve quality of care in labor room and maternity operation theatres in public health facilities. It is a safe delivery mobile application for health workers who manage normal and complicated deliveries in the peripheral area. It aims to reduce preventable maternal and newborn mortality, morbidity, and stillbirths associated with the care around delivery in the Labour room and Maternity Operation Theatre and ensure respectful maternity care. | |
| 547. |
NIVEA, a personal care brand that specializes in body-care, is owned by which country? |
| Answer» NIVEA is a German personal care brand that specializes in body-care. It is owned by the Hamburg-based company Beiersdorf Global AG. | |
| 548. |
Which ministry will launch a Jan Jagrukta Abhiyaan in Delhi? |
| Answer» Ministry of Health and Family Welfare will launch a Jan Jagrukta Abhiyaan in Delhi to accelerate measures for prevention and control of Vector Borne Diseases like Malaria, Dengue and Chikungunya. It will start from 17th to 19th July, 2019 in Delhi through active involvement of people's representatives, officers from Government of India, Government of NCT Delhi, all three Delhi Municipal Corporations, New Delhi Municipal Council, Railways and Cantonment board and other stakeholders to combat malaria, dengue and chikungunya. | |
| 549. |
How much of people has enrolled under PM Shram Yogi Maandhan Scheme? |
| Answer» Around 30 lakh persons enrolled under PM Shram Yogi Maandhan Scheme. The union government notified the eligibility criteria for its mega pension scheme - Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan. They announced in the budget 2019 for unorganized sector workers. People who are at 40 years or already covered under a pension with part contribution by the government are not eligible for the scheme. Only one spouse will be eligible for family pension in case of demise of the pensioner. The Government via notification dated February 7, 2019 notified the rules and other criteria for the mega pension scheme announced by the Finance Minister. | |
| 550. |
Who invented Radio? |
| Answer» The invention of radio communication, although generally attributed to Guglielmo Marconi in November 1904. | |