GA Revision Questions for IBPS Clerk, LIC Assistant and Other exams.
- Where is the HQ of Indian Meteorological Department?
A)Lucknow
B)Mumbai
C)New Delhi
D)Chennai
E)Kolkata
- What is the rank of India in The Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2019 Global Microscope on Financial Inclusion report?
A)1st
B)6th
C)5th
D)3rd
E)4th
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Option C
Explanation:
India has been ranked at 5th spot in The Economist Intelligence Unit’s 2019 Global Microscope on Financial Inclusion report. Colombia has topped the ranking.
- Which common foundation course for civil service probationers is underway at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat?
A)Ganesh
B)Akash
C)Arkash
D)Aarambh
E)Agni
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Option D
Explanation:
Aarambh’, the common foundation course for civil service probationers is underway at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat, with around 450 civil service probationers participating in it.
- The ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2020 to be held in which country?
A)England
B)Australia
C)South Africa
D)India
E)Singapore
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Option C
Explanation:
The International Cricket Council announced the schedule of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2020, which will be held in South Africa from January 17 to February 10.
- Which state has launched online platform SMARTPORT?
A)Andhra Pradesh
B)Madhya Pradesh
C)Maharashtra
D)Tamil Nadu
E)Kerala
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Option A
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh, which is ranked number 1 in Ease of Doing Business in the country, is set to become a pioneer by bringing port-related services also under the EDB ambit through a new initiative called SMARTPORT.
- Recently New Development BankBoard of Directors approved two projects worth how much amount bringing the Bank’s portfolio to 44 projects?
A)USD 950 million
B)USD 740 million
C)USD 700 million
D)USD 800 million
E) USD 810 million
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Option D
Explanation:
The Board of Directors of the New Development Bank (NDB) approved two projects worth USD 800 million, bringing the Bank’s portfolio to 44 projects with loans aggregating to USD 12.4 billion.
- Which district of Gujarat has become the first Kerosene-free district of the state?
A)Vadodara
B)Ahmedabad
C)Gandhinagar
D)Surat
E)Jaipur
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Option C
Explanation:
Gandhinagar district of Gujarat has become the first Kerosene-free district of the state. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has allotted one thousand LPG connections to the women beneficiaries of Gandhinagar district.
- What is the rank of India in Global Health Security Index?
A)57
B)55
C)56
D)58
E)50
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Option A
Explanation:
India has been placed at 57 position among 195 countries in the Global Health Security Index 2019 with a score of 46.5 out of 100.
- Which state has launched a a social service initiative aimed at encouraging environment protection, blood donation and welfare of its citizens in distress?
A)Assam
B)Odisha
C)Maharashtra
D)Bihar
E)Tamil Nadu
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Option B
Explanation:
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched a social service initiative aimed at encouraging environment protection, blood donation and the welfare of Odias in distress.
- Recently which country successfully tested Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile?
A)China
B)Russia
C)India
D)USA
E)Bangladesh
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Option B
Explanation:
Russia’s most advanced new nuclear-powered submarine has successfully test-launched a Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile, according to its defence ministry.
- Recently as per government order,the disabled and people over how much years of age can now cast their vote through postal ballot?
A)85 years
B)90 years
C)80 years
D)75 years
E) 70 years
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Option C
Explanation:
The disabled and people over 80 years of age can now cast their vote through postal ballot, the government said in a move that will help increase voter turnout.
- Who will represent Asian bloc in athlete ambassadors group in Tokyo Olympics 2020?
A)Sania Mirza
B)PV Sindhu
C)Virat Kohli
D)Mary Kom
E)Yuvraj Singh
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Option D
Explanation:
Six-time world champion M C Mary Kom has been included in a 10-strong athlete ambassadors group to represent boxers in the build-up to next year’s Tokyo Olympic Games by the IOC’s Task Force for the sport.
- Which state has announced several incentives for the athletes of the state after interactions with Sports Hostel students?
A)West Bengal
B)Assam
C)Odisha
D)Karnataka
E)Chattishgarh
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Option C
Explanation:
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced several incentives for the athletes of the state after interactions with Sports Hostel students.
- What is the term which refers to an economy where the government imposes few or no restrictions and regulations on buyers and sellers?
A) Free-market Economy
B) True-cost Economy
C) Socialist Economy
D) Command Economy
E) Supply Side Economics
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Option A
Explanation:
Free market refers to an economy where the government imposes few or no restrictions and regulations on buyers and sellers. In a free market, participants determine what products are produced, how, when and where they are made, to whom they are offered, and at what price—all based on supply and demand.
- Which company CEO topped the list in Best-Performing CEOs in the World, 2019 as per Harvard Business Review?
A)Google
B)Microsoft
C)Apple
D)Nvidia
E)Reliance
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Option D
Explanation:
The Best-Performing CEOs in the World, 2019′ list compiled by the Harvard Business Review (HBR) features 100 CEOs. The list has been topped by American technology company NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang. Among the top 10 chief executives on the list, 3 spots have been occupied by the Indian-origin CEOs.
- Recently a new history was created at Ayodhya in UP as a record 6 lakh earthen lamps lit up.Ayodhya is situated on which river?
A)Yamuna
B)Sarayu
C)Ganga
D)Gomti
E)Satluj
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Option B
Explanation:
A new history was created at Ayodhya in UP as a record 6 lakh earthen lamps lit up the Sarayu river bank on the eve of Diwali, days ahead of the Supreme Court verdict on the title suit over the disputed Ram Janambhoomi-Babri Masjid land.
- Recently which company got approval from IRDAI to sell life and non-life insurance products?
A)Hike
B)Mobikwik
C)Ebix
D)Paytm
E)WhatsApp
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Option C
Explanation:
Asia’s oldest exchange BSE and its joint venture partner Ebix, the global leader in insurance exchanges, have received in-principle approval for a certificate of registration to act as a direct insurance broker under the IRDAI (Insurers Brokers) Regulations 2018.
- Where is the HQ of IRDAI?
A)Delhi
B)Mumbai
C)Ahmedabad
D)Hyderabad
E)Kolkata
- Which Company has launched Preventive Health’ Tool to Raise Awareness of Personal Health Concerns?
A)Facebook
B)Google
C)Microsoft
D)Amazon
E)Flipkart
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Option A
Explanation:
Facebook has introduced a new health tool to push users towards preventive health measures. The Preventive Health tool connects users to health resources and assists in setting checkup reminders. In its official blog, Facebook explained that the activity within Preventive Health will not be posted publicly or shared with others.
- Recently V Nanammal passed away.He was related to which field?
A)Social Activist
B)Actor
C)Yoga Teacher
D)Journalist
E)Writer
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Option C
Explanation:
The country has lost its oldest yoga teacher and exponent, V Nanammal. Her family said the yoga teacher who was confined to her bed for the past 30 days due to a fall she suffered, died peacefully.
