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Question 1 of 70
1. Question
1 pointsFinance Minister Arun Jaitley took oath on April 15 for his new six years term in the Rajya Sabha. He has been elected from_________?
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Explanation: Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who was re-elected to the Rajya Sabha in March, took oath for his new term on April 15, 2018. He was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh.
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Explanation: Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who was re-elected to the Rajya Sabha in March, took oath for his new term on April 15, 2018. He was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh.
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Explanation: Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who was re-elected to the Rajya Sabha in March, took oath for his new term on April 15, 2018. He was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh.
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Question 2 of 70
2. Question
1 pointsThe 969- MW Neelum Jehlum Hydropower Project has been inaugurated in which of the following countries?
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Explanation: Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has inaugurated the first unit of a key hydropower mega project built with the financial and technical support of China in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The 969- MW Neelum Jehlum Hydropower Project near Muzaffarabad was announced more than 12 years ago.
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Explanation: Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has inaugurated the first unit of a key hydropower mega project built with the financial and technical support of China in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The 969- MW Neelum Jehlum Hydropower Project near Muzaffarabad was announced more than 12 years ago.
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Explanation: Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has inaugurated the first unit of a key hydropower mega project built with the financial and technical support of China in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The 969- MW Neelum Jehlum Hydropower Project near Muzaffarabad was announced more than 12 years ago.
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Question 3 of 70
3. Question
1 pointsThe Finance Act, 2018 has amended which of the following section of Income Tax Act, 1961 making certificate of incorporation (COI) issued by the Corporate Affairs Ministry sufficient proof of PAN or TAN for corporates?
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Explanation: The Income Tax department on Saturday said the certificate of incorporation (COI) issued by the Corporate Affairs Ministry would be considered sufficient proof of PAN or TAN for corporates. The Finance Act, 2018 amended section 139A of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and removed the requirement of issuing PAN in the form of a laminated card.
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Explanation: The Income Tax department on Saturday said the certificate of incorporation (COI) issued by the Corporate Affairs Ministry would be considered sufficient proof of PAN or TAN for corporates. The Finance Act, 2018 amended section 139A of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and removed the requirement of issuing PAN in the form of a laminated card.
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Explanation: The Income Tax department on Saturday said the certificate of incorporation (COI) issued by the Corporate Affairs Ministry would be considered sufficient proof of PAN or TAN for corporates. The Finance Act, 2018 amended section 139A of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and removed the requirement of issuing PAN in the form of a laminated card.
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Question 4 of 70
4. Question
1 pointsO’Connell Tower has been recently re-opened for general public after 47 years. The tower is located in ______?
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Explanation: O’Connell Tower of Ireland has reopened to the public here after 47 years following a bomb attack. It is the tallest tower of Ireland.
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Explanation: O’Connell Tower of Ireland has reopened to the public here after 47 years following a bomb attack. It is the tallest tower of Ireland.
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Explanation: O’Connell Tower of Ireland has reopened to the public here after 47 years following a bomb attack. It is the tallest tower of Ireland.
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Question 5 of 70
5. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following state government has recently launched an institution named QUEST for tribal development?
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Explanation: The Maharashtra government led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has set up an institution named ‘QUEST’ in Mumbai to evaluate and quantify special development budget allocations and their impact on tribal development.
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Explanation: The Maharashtra government led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has set up an institution named ‘QUEST’ in Mumbai to evaluate and quantify special development budget allocations and their impact on tribal development.
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Explanation: The Maharashtra government led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has set up an institution named ‘QUEST’ in Mumbai to evaluate and quantify special development budget allocations and their impact on tribal development.
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Question 6 of 70
6. Question
1 pointsName the nation-wide initiative launched by the Government of India from April 14 to May 5 in order to educate the BPL families.
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Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was launched in the state of Telangana by Shri. Dharmendra Pradhan on the ocassion of BR Ambedkar’s anniversary on April 14. In order to educate the BPL families, Government is organizing ‘Gram Swaraj Abhiyaan’ from 14th April – 5th May across the country showcasing 7 schemes of the central government.
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Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was launched in the state of Telangana by Shri. Dharmendra Pradhan on the ocassion of BR Ambedkar’s anniversary on April 14. In order to educate the BPL families, Government is organizing ‘Gram Swaraj Abhiyaan’ from 14th April – 5th May across the country showcasing 7 schemes of the central government.
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Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was launched in the state of Telangana by Shri. Dharmendra Pradhan on the ocassion of BR Ambedkar’s anniversary on April 14. In order to educate the BPL families, Government is organizing ‘Gram Swaraj Abhiyaan’ from 14th April – 5th May across the country showcasing 7 schemes of the central government.
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Question 7 of 70
7. Question
1 pointsThe government of India has recently inaugurated the Assembly & Distribution Centre for Solar Study Lamps in which of the following states?
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xplanation: Shri R K Singh, Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, on the occasion of 127th Birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar launched a number of initiatives in Bihar. He inaugurated Assembly & Distribution Centre for Solar Study Lamps at Mahuli village in Arrah. In this centre, local women Self Help Group (SHG) will assemble Solar Study Lamps and distribute them to underprivileged students who do not have access to electricity.
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xplanation: Shri R K Singh, Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, on the occasion of 127th Birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar launched a number of initiatives in Bihar. He inaugurated Assembly & Distribution Centre for Solar Study Lamps at Mahuli village in Arrah. In this centre, local women Self Help Group (SHG) will assemble Solar Study Lamps and distribute them to underprivileged students who do not have access to electricity.
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xplanation: Shri R K Singh, Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, on the occasion of 127th Birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar launched a number of initiatives in Bihar. He inaugurated Assembly & Distribution Centre for Solar Study Lamps at Mahuli village in Arrah. In this centre, local women Self Help Group (SHG) will assemble Solar Study Lamps and distribute them to underprivileged students who do not have access to electricity.
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Question 8 of 70
8. Question
1 pointsThe 7th edition of Home Expo India 2018 will be inaugurated in which of the following cities?
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Explanation: Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Irani will inaugurate the seventh edition of Home Expo India 2018 at India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida on 16 April 2018. Minister of State for Textiles Ajay Tamta will be the guest of honour at the event.
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Explanation: Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Irani will inaugurate the seventh edition of Home Expo India 2018 at India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida on 16 April 2018. Minister of State for Textiles Ajay Tamta will be the guest of honour at the event.
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Explanation: Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Irani will inaugurate the seventh edition of Home Expo India 2018 at India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida on 16 April 2018. Minister of State for Textiles Ajay Tamta will be the guest of honour at the event.
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Question 9 of 70
9. Question
1 pointsWhich among the given days has been announced by the government to be observed as Ujjwala Diwas?
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Explanation: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has decided to celebrate April 20, 2018 as the Ujjwala Diwas, as a part of the as a part of the ‘Gram Swaraj Abhiyan’. Around 15000 LPG Panchayats will be organized across the country to promote learning through peer group interaction – ‘Kuch seekhein, Kuch Sikhayein’, on Ujjwala Divas under the aegis of Gram Swaraj Abhiyan.
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Explanation: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has decided to celebrate April 20, 2018 as the Ujjwala Diwas, as a part of the as a part of the ‘Gram Swaraj Abhiyan’. Around 15000 LPG Panchayats will be organized across the country to promote learning through peer group interaction – ‘Kuch seekhein, Kuch Sikhayein’, on Ujjwala Divas under the aegis of Gram Swaraj Abhiyan.
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Explanation: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has decided to celebrate April 20, 2018 as the Ujjwala Diwas, as a part of the as a part of the ‘Gram Swaraj Abhiyan’. Around 15000 LPG Panchayats will be organized across the country to promote learning through peer group interaction – ‘Kuch seekhein, Kuch Sikhayein’, on Ujjwala Divas under the aegis of Gram Swaraj Abhiyan.
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Question 10 of 70
10. Question
1 pointsHow many MoUs have been signed between India and Russia during the 3rd India-Russia Military Industrial Conference held on the side-lines of DefExpo 2018?
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Explanation: The third India-Russia Military Industrial Conference was held on the side-lines of DefExpo 2018 at Thiruvidanthai, Kancheepuram district on the East Coast Road near Chennai. Seven MoUs were signed between Indian and Russian companies for indigenous manufacturing of spare parts, wrapping up the deliberations on the aftersales services and spare parts availability for defence equipment that India bought from Russia.
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Explanation: The third India-Russia Military Industrial Conference was held on the side-lines of DefExpo 2018 at Thiruvidanthai, Kancheepuram district on the East Coast Road near Chennai. Seven MoUs were signed between Indian and Russian companies for indigenous manufacturing of spare parts, wrapping up the deliberations on the aftersales services and spare parts availability for defence equipment that India bought from Russia.
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Explanation: The third India-Russia Military Industrial Conference was held on the side-lines of DefExpo 2018 at Thiruvidanthai, Kancheepuram district on the East Coast Road near Chennai. Seven MoUs were signed between Indian and Russian companies for indigenous manufacturing of spare parts, wrapping up the deliberations on the aftersales services and spare parts availability for defence equipment that India bought from Russia.
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Question 11 of 70
11. Question
1 pointsThe government has recently laid the foundation of a solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing
plant in which of the following districts of Bihar?Correct
Explanation: Shri R K Singh, Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India laid the foundation (remotely) for a solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing plant in Sherghati block of Gaya district. This plant will be first of its kind in the State, and will be entirely owned and operated by local women Self Help Group Federations.
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Explanation: Shri R K Singh, Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India laid the foundation (remotely) for a solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing plant in Sherghati block of Gaya district. This plant will be first of its kind in the State, and will be entirely owned and operated by local women Self Help Group Federations.
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Explanation: Shri R K Singh, Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India laid the foundation (remotely) for a solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing plant in Sherghati block of Gaya district. This plant will be first of its kind in the State, and will be entirely owned and operated by local women Self Help Group Federations.
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Question 12 of 70
12. Question
1 pointsIn which of the following states, PM Modi has inaugurated the first health centre under Ayushman Bharat Scheme?
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first health centre under Ayushman Bharat Scheme in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur on April 14. He also inaugurated the first phase of the Bastar Internet scheme under which a 40,000-km-long network of fibre optics cable would be spread across the seven districts of the tribal region. The districts are Bijapur, Narayanpur, Bastar, Kanker, Kondagaon, Sukma and Dantewada.
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first health centre under Ayushman Bharat Scheme in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur on April 14. He also inaugurated the first phase of the Bastar Internet scheme under which a 40,000-km-long network of fibre optics cable would be spread across the seven districts of the tribal region. The districts are Bijapur, Narayanpur, Bastar, Kanker, Kondagaon, Sukma and Dantewada.
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first health centre under Ayushman Bharat Scheme in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur on April 14. He also inaugurated the first phase of the Bastar Internet scheme under which a 40,000-km-long network of fibre optics cable would be spread across the seven districts of the tribal region. The districts are Bijapur, Narayanpur, Bastar, Kanker, Kondagaon, Sukma and Dantewada.
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Question 13 of 70
13. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following institutions will financially assist the government of Himachal Pradesh to develop the Suketi Fossil Park in an effort to enhance tourism in the state?
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Explanation: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur announced that the Suketi Fossil Park in Sirmaur district will be developed through Asian Development Bank (ADB) assistance. The government is also open to private investment for the development of the part located near Nahan town.
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Explanation: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur announced that the Suketi Fossil Park in Sirmaur district will be developed through Asian Development Bank (ADB) assistance. The government is also open to private investment for the development of the part located near Nahan town.
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Explanation: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur announced that the Suketi Fossil Park in Sirmaur district will be developed through Asian Development Bank (ADB) assistance. The government is also open to private investment for the development of the part located near Nahan town.
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Question 14 of 70
14. Question
1 pointsWho among the following has won the gold medal in men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event at Commonwealth Games 2018?
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Explanation: Karnal’s 15 years old Anish Bhanwala created history by becoming the youngest ever gold medallist for India by winning the top prize in the men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event on Day 9 of Commonwealth Games 2018 at the Belmont Shooting Centre in Gold Coast, Australia.
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Explanation: Karnal’s 15 years old Anish Bhanwala created history by becoming the youngest ever gold medallist for India by winning the top prize in the men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event on Day 9 of Commonwealth Games 2018 at the Belmont Shooting Centre in Gold Coast, Australia.
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Explanation: Karnal’s 15 years old Anish Bhanwala created history by becoming the youngest ever gold medallist for India by winning the top prize in the men’s 25m Rapid Fire Pistol event on Day 9 of Commonwealth Games 2018 at the Belmont Shooting Centre in Gold Coast, Australia.
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Question 15 of 70
15. Question
1 pointsName the scheme launched by the government of Delhi to improve learning levels of children from classes 3 to 9.
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Explanation: The Delhi government launched the “Mission Buniyaad” scheme to improve learning levels of children from classes 3 to 9. Primary education falls within the ambit of the Municipal Corporations of Delhi (MCDs) while the Delhi government is supposed to offer education from classes 6 to 12.
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Explanation: The Delhi government launched the “Mission Buniyaad” scheme to improve learning levels of children from classes 3 to 9. Primary education falls within the ambit of the Municipal Corporations of Delhi (MCDs) while the Delhi government is supposed to offer education from classes 6 to 12.
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Explanation: The Delhi government launched the “Mission Buniyaad” scheme to improve learning levels of children from classes 3 to 9. Primary education falls within the ambit of the Municipal Corporations of Delhi (MCDs) while the Delhi government is supposed to offer education from classes 6 to 12.
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Question 16 of 70
16. Question
1 pointsWhat is the estimated range of GDP growth of India as predicted by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for the financial year FY19?
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Explanation: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) said it expects India’s gross domestic product (GDP) to grow at 7.3-7.7 per cent during the 2018-19 financial year.
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Explanation: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) said it expects India’s gross domestic product (GDP) to grow at 7.3-7.7 per cent during the 2018-19 financial year.
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Explanation: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) said it expects India’s gross domestic product (GDP) to grow at 7.3-7.7 per cent during the 2018-19 financial year.
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Question 17 of 70
17. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following has won the best feature film award at the 65th National Film Awards?
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Question 18 of 70
18. Question
1 pointsHow many agreements have been signed between India and Zambia during President Kovind’s visit to Zambia?
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Explanation: India and Zambia signed four agreements during President Ram Nath Kovind’s visit to Lusaka. The two sides signed four agreements – on double taxation avoidance; on judicial cooperation; on mutual visa waivers for officials and diplomats, and on the Entrepreneurship Development Institute that India will build in Zambia.
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Explanation: India and Zambia signed four agreements during President Ram Nath Kovind’s visit to Lusaka. The two sides signed four agreements – on double taxation avoidance; on judicial cooperation; on mutual visa waivers for officials and diplomats, and on the Entrepreneurship Development Institute that India will build in Zambia.
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Explanation: India and Zambia signed four agreements during President Ram Nath Kovind’s visit to Lusaka. The two sides signed four agreements – on double taxation avoidance; on judicial cooperation; on mutual visa waivers for officials and diplomats, and on the Entrepreneurship Development Institute that India will build in Zambia.
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Question 19 of 70
19. Question
1 pointsWhich state government has made Aadhaar mandatory to avail any state run free nutrition scheme to bring transparency in the initiative?
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Explanation: Maharashtra government has made Aadhaar cards mandatory to avail any state-run free nutrition scheme in a bid to bring in transparency and enable beneficiaries to get their entitlements directly in a convenient and seamless manner.
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Explanation: Maharashtra government has made Aadhaar cards mandatory to avail any state-run free nutrition scheme in a bid to bring in transparency and enable beneficiaries to get their entitlements directly in a convenient and seamless manner.
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Explanation: Maharashtra government has made Aadhaar cards mandatory to avail any state-run free nutrition scheme in a bid to bring in transparency and enable beneficiaries to get their entitlements directly in a convenient and seamless manner.
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Question 20 of 70
20. Question
1 pointsWho among the given players has won the gold in women’s singles Table Tennis event at the Commonwealth Games 2018?
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Explanation: Manika Batra won a first ever women’s singles Table Tennis gold for India at the Commonwealth Games, blanking Yu Mengyu of Singapore 4-0 in the final on Day 9 of the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2018 in Gold Coast.
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Explanation: Manika Batra won a first ever women’s singles Table Tennis gold for India at the Commonwealth Games, blanking Yu Mengyu of Singapore 4-0 in the final on Day 9 of the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2018 in Gold Coast.
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Explanation: Manika Batra won a first ever women’s singles Table Tennis gold for India at the Commonwealth Games, blanking Yu Mengyu of Singapore 4-0 in the final on Day 9 of the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2018 in Gold Coast.
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Question 21 of 70
21. Question
1 pointsThe 2018 India Mobile Congress will be held in which city?
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Explanation: India Mobile Congress will be held from 25th to 27th October 2018, at Aerocity, New Delhi. Theme: “NEW DIGITAL HORIZONS: Connect. Create. Innovate.”
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Explanation: India Mobile Congress will be held from 25th to 27th October 2018, at Aerocity, New Delhi. Theme: “NEW DIGITAL HORIZONS: Connect. Create. Innovate.”
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Explanation: India Mobile Congress will be held from 25th to 27th October 2018, at Aerocity, New Delhi. Theme: “NEW DIGITAL HORIZONS: Connect. Create. Innovate.”
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Question 22 of 70
22. Question
1 pointsName the player to clinch the gold medal at the Commonwealth Games 2018 in Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions event.
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Explanation: Tejaswini Sawant clinched her maiden gold medal at Commonwealth Games 2018 as she broke the Commonwealth Games record in Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions event with a best score of 457.9 in Gold Coast.
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Explanation: Tejaswini Sawant clinched her maiden gold medal at Commonwealth Games 2018 as she broke the Commonwealth Games record in Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions event with a best score of 457.9 in Gold Coast.
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Explanation: Tejaswini Sawant clinched her maiden gold medal at Commonwealth Games 2018 as she broke the Commonwealth Games record in Women’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions event with a best score of 457.9 in Gold Coast.
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Question 23 of 70
23. Question
1 pointsThe Government of India has launched e-FRRO scheme to provide hassle-free travel for foreigners visiting India. What does FRRO stands for?
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Explanation: The Union Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh launched the web-based application ‘e-FRRO’ (e-Foreigners Regional Registration Office). e-FRRO scheme is aimed at building a centralized, transparent online platform for the foreigners to avail visa related services and to provide Faceless, Cashless and Paperless services to the foreigners with user friendly experience.In the new system, foreigners would be able to get as many as 27 Visa and Immigration related services in India.
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Explanation: The Union Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh launched the web-based application ‘e-FRRO’ (e-Foreigners Regional Registration Office). e-FRRO scheme is aimed at building a centralized, transparent online platform for the foreigners to avail visa related services and to provide Faceless, Cashless and Paperless services to the foreigners with user friendly experience.In the new system, foreigners would be able to get as many as 27 Visa and Immigration related services in India.
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Explanation: The Union Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh launched the web-based application ‘e-FRRO’ (e-Foreigners Regional Registration Office). e-FRRO scheme is aimed at building a centralized, transparent online platform for the foreigners to avail visa related services and to provide Faceless, Cashless and Paperless services to the foreigners with user friendly experience.In the new system, foreigners would be able to get as many as 27 Visa and Immigration related services in India.
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Question 24 of 70
24. Question
1 pointsWho among the following will head the 13-member task force formed by the government to prepare a road map for the implementation of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology?
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Explanation: The Government has decided to constitute a Task Force under the chairmanship of Shri Jayant Sinha, Minister of State for Civil Aviation for fast-tracking the roll-out of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology. The Task Force will develop a roadmap with implementable recommendations for Central as well as State Governments, Industry and Research Institutions.
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Explanation: The Government has decided to constitute a Task Force under the chairmanship of Shri Jayant Sinha, Minister of State for Civil Aviation for fast-tracking the roll-out of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology. The Task Force will develop a roadmap with implementable recommendations for Central as well as State Governments, Industry and Research Institutions.
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Explanation: The Government has decided to constitute a Task Force under the chairmanship of Shri Jayant Sinha, Minister of State for Civil Aviation for fast-tracking the roll-out of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology. The Task Force will develop a roadmap with implementable recommendations for Central as well as State Governments, Industry and Research Institutions.
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Question 25 of 70
25. Question
1 pointsThe Indian Army has signed an MoU with which bank on the Defence Salary Package?
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Explanation: A Memorandum of Undertaking (MoU) was signed between the Indian Army and Axis Bank on the Defence Salary Package on 13 Apr 2018. Under the current MoU, the Army personnel will get free personal accident death cover and free permanent total disability cover of Rs 30 lakh and free educational cover of up to Rs 2 Lakh for children between the age of 12 and 20 years. Recently, Indian Army has also signed a MoU with HDFC bank.
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Explanation: A Memorandum of Undertaking (MoU) was signed between the Indian Army and Axis Bank on the Defence Salary Package on 13 Apr 2018. Under the current MoU, the Army personnel will get free personal accident death cover and free permanent total disability cover of Rs 30 lakh and free educational cover of up to Rs 2 Lakh for children between the age of 12 and 20 years. Recently, Indian Army has also signed a MoU with HDFC bank.
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Explanation: A Memorandum of Undertaking (MoU) was signed between the Indian Army and Axis Bank on the Defence Salary Package on 13 Apr 2018. Under the current MoU, the Army personnel will get free personal accident death cover and free permanent total disability cover of Rs 30 lakh and free educational cover of up to Rs 2 Lakh for children between the age of 12 and 20 years. Recently, Indian Army has also signed a MoU with HDFC bank.
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Question 26 of 70
26. Question
1 pointsWho among the given Indian wrestlers clinched a gold medal in 65 kg freestyle category at the 21st Commonwealth Games?
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Explanation: For the second consecutive day of wrestling at Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2018, four wrestlers took the mat and all four returned with medals with Bajrang Kumar winning the gold medal in the 65kg freestyle category. Finishing with a silver medals were Pooja Dhanda (57kg) and Mausam Khatri (97kg), while Divya Kakran (68kg) settled for a bronze medal.
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Explanation: For the second consecutive day of wrestling at Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2018, four wrestlers took the mat and all four returned with medals with Bajrang Kumar winning the gold medal in the 65kg freestyle category. Finishing with a silver medals were Pooja Dhanda (57kg) and Mausam Khatri (97kg), while Divya Kakran (68kg) settled for a bronze medal.
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Explanation: For the second consecutive day of wrestling at Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2018, four wrestlers took the mat and all four returned with medals with Bajrang Kumar winning the gold medal in the 65kg freestyle category. Finishing with a silver medals were Pooja Dhanda (57kg) and Mausam Khatri (97kg), while Divya Kakran (68kg) settled for a bronze medal.
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Question 27 of 70
27. Question
1 pointsName the financial institution which has approved loan worth USD 140 million to improve the rural road connectivity in Madhya Pradesh for better livelihoods, education and mobility within the state?
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Explanation: USD 140 million loan was approved by the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) through which approximately 1.5 million rural residents in Madhya Pradesh will directly benefit from improved livelihoods, education and mobility. The project, co-financed with the World Bank, aims to improve the rural road connectivity and management for residents of about 5,640 villages who use the rural roads for daily activities.
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Explanation: USD 140 million loan was approved by the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) through which approximately 1.5 million rural residents in Madhya Pradesh will directly benefit from improved livelihoods, education and mobility. The project, co-financed with the World Bank, aims to improve the rural road connectivity and management for residents of about 5,640 villages who use the rural roads for daily activities.
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Explanation: USD 140 million loan was approved by the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) through which approximately 1.5 million rural residents in Madhya Pradesh will directly benefit from improved livelihoods, education and mobility. The project, co-financed with the World Bank, aims to improve the rural road connectivity and management for residents of about 5,640 villages who use the rural roads for daily activities.
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Question 28 of 70
28. Question
1 pointsHow much amount of fund has been released by the Government under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme for FY19?
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Explanation: In the 2nd week of the current Financial Year, Ministry of Rural Development has already released Rs. 23,147 crore to various States/UTs under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme. The funds, besides clearing all wage and payment liabilities of previous year, will also ensure smooth implementation of the scheme in the coming months of FY 2018-19.
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Explanation: In the 2nd week of the current Financial Year, Ministry of Rural Development has already released Rs. 23,147 crore to various States/UTs under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme. The funds, besides clearing all wage and payment liabilities of previous year, will also ensure smooth implementation of the scheme in the coming months of FY 2018-19.
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Explanation: In the 2nd week of the current Financial Year, Ministry of Rural Development has already released Rs. 23,147 crore to various States/UTs under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme. The funds, besides clearing all wage and payment liabilities of previous year, will also ensure smooth implementation of the scheme in the coming months of FY 2018-19.
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Question 29 of 70
29. Question
1 pointsAccording to the the 2018 Asian Development Outlook (ADO) report by ADB Bank, Indian economy is estimated to grow by __________ percent in 2018-19.
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Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) noted that the Indian economy is set to expand by 7.3% in fiscal year (FY) 2018 and 7.6% in the next fiscal, aided by various growth-oriented policy measures.
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Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) noted that the Indian economy is set to expand by 7.3% in fiscal year (FY) 2018 and 7.6% in the next fiscal, aided by various growth-oriented policy measures.
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Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) noted that the Indian economy is set to expand by 7.3% in fiscal year (FY) 2018 and 7.6% in the next fiscal, aided by various growth-oriented policy measures.
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Question 30 of 70
30. Question
1 pointsThe 16th International Energy Forum Ministerial Meeting was held in which of the following cities?
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 16th International Energy Forum Ministerial Meeting in New Delhi. It is the largest gathering of Ministers from energy consuming, producing and transit countries which is hosted by India and co-hosted by China and Korea.
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 16th International Energy Forum Ministerial Meeting in New Delhi. It is the largest gathering of Ministers from energy consuming, producing and transit countries which is hosted by India and co-hosted by China and Korea.
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 16th International Energy Forum Ministerial Meeting in New Delhi. It is the largest gathering of Ministers from energy consuming, producing and transit countries which is hosted by India and co-hosted by China and Korea.
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Question 31 of 70
31. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following mobile web browsers has launched India’s first women only mobile news channel for increased women welfare and awareness?
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Explanation: UC Browser has launched India’s first women-only news channel where they aim to show women related content, based on relationships, education, health, fashion and lifestyle. UC Browser has also kicked off a campaign to select 20 Sheros or real-life female heroes of India with an aim to publish their inspirational stories on its platform.
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Explanation: UC Browser has launched India’s first women-only news channel where they aim to show women related content, based on relationships, education, health, fashion and lifestyle. UC Browser has also kicked off a campaign to select 20 Sheros or real-life female heroes of India with an aim to publish their inspirational stories on its platform.
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Explanation: UC Browser has launched India’s first women-only news channel where they aim to show women related content, based on relationships, education, health, fashion and lifestyle. UC Browser has also kicked off a campaign to select 20 Sheros or real-life female heroes of India with an aim to publish their inspirational stories on its platform.
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Question 32 of 70
32. Question
1 pointsName the Indian state which is soon to have the world’s largest solar park of 5000 MW capacity
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Explanation: Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani approved setting up a 5,000 MW capacity solar park at the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), which would be the largest such entity in the world after its completion. The proposed solar power generation project would be set up in 11,000 hectares of land with an investment of Rs 25,000 crore.
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Explanation: Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani approved setting up a 5,000 MW capacity solar park at the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), which would be the largest such entity in the world after its completion. The proposed solar power generation project would be set up in 11,000 hectares of land with an investment of Rs 25,000 crore.
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Explanation: Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani approved setting up a 5,000 MW capacity solar park at the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), which would be the largest such entity in the world after its completion. The proposed solar power generation project would be set up in 11,000 hectares of land with an investment of Rs 25,000 crore.
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Question 33 of 70
33. Question
1 pointsThe HRD Ministry has formed a committee to suggest measures of reducing the fear of mathematics amongst the students. Who will head the panel?
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Explanation: Human Resource Development Ministry constituted the committee under the Chairmanship of Gujarat Education Minister Shri Bhupendrasinh Chudasama to suggest the ways to make the maths subject easy.
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Explanation: Human Resource Development Ministry constituted the committee under the Chairmanship of Gujarat Education Minister Shri Bhupendrasinh Chudasama to suggest the ways to make the maths subject easy.
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Explanation: Human Resource Development Ministry constituted the committee under the Chairmanship of Gujarat Education Minister Shri Bhupendrasinh Chudasama to suggest the ways to make the maths subject easy.
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Question 34 of 70
34. Question
1 pointsThe Airports Authority of India (AAI) has signed an agreement with the Ministry of External Affairs to develop Kalaymyo Airport into green airport as a part of its initiative to develop airports abroad. The airport is located in which country?
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Explanation: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has signed an agreement with the Ministry of External Affairs, for preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) in the first phase for development of the Kalay Airport as a green airport in Myanmar.
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Explanation: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has signed an agreement with the Ministry of External Affairs, for preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) in the first phase for development of the Kalay Airport as a green airport in Myanmar.
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Explanation: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has signed an agreement with the Ministry of External Affairs, for preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) in the first phase for development of the Kalay Airport as a green airport in Myanmar.
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Question 35 of 70
35. Question
1 pointsWhich country has decided to do away with the reservation system in the government jobs after furious protest by thousands of students?
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Explanation: Bangladesh Prime Minister Minister Sheikh Hasina announced she will be abolishing the quota system for government jobs. The decision is being viewed as a victory for tens of thousands of students and job-seekers who came out in protest against the reservation policy for special groups.
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Explanation: Bangladesh Prime Minister Minister Sheikh Hasina announced she will be abolishing the quota system for government jobs. The decision is being viewed as a victory for tens of thousands of students and job-seekers who came out in protest against the reservation policy for special groups.
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Explanation: Bangladesh Prime Minister Minister Sheikh Hasina announced she will be abolishing the quota system for government jobs. The decision is being viewed as a victory for tens of thousands of students and job-seekers who came out in protest against the reservation policy for special groups.
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Question 36 of 70
36. Question
1 pointsThe tenth edition of a biennial exhibition of weapons and military hardware named DefExpo India- 2018 has been orgainzed in which state?
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Explanation: The tenth edition of a biennial exhibition of weapons and military hardware – DefExpo India- 2018 has begun at Kancheepuram in Tamil Nadu.
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Explanation: The tenth edition of a biennial exhibition of weapons and military hardware – DefExpo India- 2018 has begun at Kancheepuram in Tamil Nadu.
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Explanation: The tenth edition of a biennial exhibition of weapons and military hardware – DefExpo India- 2018 has begun at Kancheepuram in Tamil Nadu.
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Question 37 of 70
37. Question
1 pointsThe National Highways Authority of India has recently signed its first international project to upgrade the Yagyi – Kalewa section of highway which is a trilateral highway connecting India with which countries?
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Explanation: To provide seamless vehicular movement for enhancing trade, business, health, education and tourism between Indian, Myanmar and Thailand, the National Highways Authority of India has signed an agreement for upgradation of Yagyi – Kalewa section of highway (Milepost 40/0 to Milepost 115/5) in Myanmar to two lane with earthen shoulder.
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Explanation: To provide seamless vehicular movement for enhancing trade, business, health, education and tourism between Indian, Myanmar and Thailand, the National Highways Authority of India has signed an agreement for upgradation of Yagyi – Kalewa section of highway (Milepost 40/0 to Milepost 115/5) in Myanmar to two lane with earthen shoulder.
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Explanation: To provide seamless vehicular movement for enhancing trade, business, health, education and tourism between Indian, Myanmar and Thailand, the National Highways Authority of India has signed an agreement for upgradation of Yagyi – Kalewa section of highway (Milepost 40/0 to Milepost 115/5) in Myanmar to two lane with earthen shoulder.
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Question 38 of 70
38. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following navigation satellite has been successfully launched by ISRO recently to replace the faulty IRNSS-1A satellite?
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Explanation: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System-1I or IRNSS-1I from Satish Dhawan Space Centre on Sriharikota Island. The IRNSS-1I will replace the IRNSS-1A which was rendered ineffective as the onboard atomic clocks had failed. The satellite is part of the constellation of seven NavIC navigation satellite.
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Explanation: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System-1I or IRNSS-1I from Satish Dhawan Space Centre on Sriharikota Island. The IRNSS-1I will replace the IRNSS-1A which was rendered ineffective as the onboard atomic clocks had failed. The satellite is part of the constellation of seven NavIC navigation satellite.
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Explanation: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System-1I or IRNSS-1I from Satish Dhawan Space Centre on Sriharikota Island. The IRNSS-1I will replace the IRNSS-1A which was rendered ineffective as the onboard atomic clocks had failed. The satellite is part of the constellation of seven NavIC navigation satellite.
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Question 39 of 70
39. Question
1 pointsName the cricketer who has been crowned as 2018 Wisden’s leading male cricketers of the year in the world?
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Both Indian captains of men and women’s cricket team, Virat Kohli and Mithali Raj were named among Wisden’s leading cricketers of the year. Kohli was named leading male cricketer for the second successive year.
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Both Indian captains of men and women’s cricket team, Virat Kohli and Mithali Raj were named among Wisden’s leading cricketers of the year. Kohli was named leading male cricketer for the second successive year.
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Both Indian captains of men and women’s cricket team, Virat Kohli and Mithali Raj were named among Wisden’s leading cricketers of the year. Kohli was named leading male cricketer for the second successive year.
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Question 40 of 70
40. Question
1 pointsWhat is the rank of India in the 2018 Index of Economic Freedom released by The Heritage Foundation, a top American think-tank?
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Explanation: India has jumped 13 places in the last one year to be earn 130th spot in the latest annual Index of Economic Freedom released by a top American think-tank. In 2017, India with a score of 52.6 points was ranked at 143 among 180 countries, two spots below neighbour Pakistan, according to the Index of Economic Freedom.
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Explanation: India has jumped 13 places in the last one year to be earn 130th spot in the latest annual Index of Economic Freedom released by a top American think-tank. In 2017, India with a score of 52.6 points was ranked at 143 among 180 countries, two spots below neighbour Pakistan, according to the Index of Economic Freedom.
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Explanation: India has jumped 13 places in the last one year to be earn 130th spot in the latest annual Index of Economic Freedom released by a top American think-tank. In 2017, India with a score of 52.6 points was ranked at 143 among 180 countries, two spots below neighbour Pakistan, according to the Index of Economic Freedom.
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Question 41 of 70
41. Question
1 pointsWho has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Banks Board Bureau (BBB)?
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Explanation: The government appointed former DoPT Secretary Bhanu Pratap Sharma as Chairman of the Banks Board Bureau (BBB). He replaces Vinod Rai, who was appointed as the first chairnman of BBB for a two year term.
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Explanation: The government appointed former DoPT Secretary Bhanu Pratap Sharma as Chairman of the Banks Board Bureau (BBB). He replaces Vinod Rai, who was appointed as the first chairnman of BBB for a two year term.
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Explanation: The government appointed former DoPT Secretary Bhanu Pratap Sharma as Chairman of the Banks Board Bureau (BBB). He replaces Vinod Rai, who was appointed as the first chairnman of BBB for a two year term.
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Question 42 of 70
42. Question
1 pointsThe first edition of the India-Nordic Summit will take place in which country on April 17, 2018?
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet leaders of Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark & Iceland for the first India-Nordic Summit in Stockholm on April 17. Modi will be the first Indian PM to visit Stockholm since 1988.
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet leaders of Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark & Iceland for the first India-Nordic Summit in Stockholm on April 17. Modi will be the first Indian PM to visit Stockholm since 1988.
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet leaders of Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark & Iceland for the first India-Nordic Summit in Stockholm on April 17. Modi will be the first Indian PM to visit Stockholm since 1988.
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Question 43 of 70
43. Question
1 pointsName the personality who has been appointed by the UN Body as the Responsible Tourism Ambassador for UN World Tourism Organization?
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Explanation: The UN World Tourism Organization has appointed FC Barcelona’s Argentine star Lionel Messi as an ambassador to promote responsible tourism.
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Explanation: The UN World Tourism Organization has appointed FC Barcelona’s Argentine star Lionel Messi as an ambassador to promote responsible tourism.
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Explanation: The UN World Tourism Organization has appointed FC Barcelona’s Argentine star Lionel Messi as an ambassador to promote responsible tourism.
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Question 44 of 70
44. Question
1 pointsAndhra Pradesh has become the second state of the country to set up a department dedicated exclusively for happiness. Which is the first Indian state to do so?
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Explanation: The Andhra Pradesh government will soon constitute a Happiness Commission that will take up a series of programmes to promote “happiness” in the state. Andhra Pradesh became the second state in the country to introduce an exclusive ministry for happiness in April 2017. Madhya Pradesh is the first.
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Explanation: The Andhra Pradesh government will soon constitute a Happiness Commission that will take up a series of programmes to promote “happiness” in the state. Andhra Pradesh became the second state in the country to introduce an exclusive ministry for happiness in April 2017. Madhya Pradesh is the first.
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Explanation: The Andhra Pradesh government will soon constitute a Happiness Commission that will take up a series of programmes to promote “happiness” in the state. Andhra Pradesh became the second state in the country to introduce an exclusive ministry for happiness in April 2017. Madhya Pradesh is the first.
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Question 45 of 70
45. Question
1 pointsRecently, Google dedicated a special Doodle as a tribute to mark 114th birth anniversary of K.L. Saigal. He was a renowed__________
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Explanation: Google paid tribute to “India’s first superstar” K.L. Saigal with a special Doodle to mark his 114th birth anniversary. Born on April 11, 1904 in Jammu, Kundanlal Saigal was considered the first superstar of the Hindi film industry. He sang 200 film and non-film songs that continue to enthrall generations of music lovers even today.
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Explanation: Google paid tribute to “India’s first superstar” K.L. Saigal with a special Doodle to mark his 114th birth anniversary. Born on April 11, 1904 in Jammu, Kundanlal Saigal was considered the first superstar of the Hindi film industry. He sang 200 film and non-film songs that continue to enthrall generations of music lovers even today.
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Explanation: Google paid tribute to “India’s first superstar” K.L. Saigal with a special Doodle to mark his 114th birth anniversary. Born on April 11, 1904 in Jammu, Kundanlal Saigal was considered the first superstar of the Hindi film industry. He sang 200 film and non-film songs that continue to enthrall generations of music lovers even today.
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Question 46 of 70
46. Question
1 pointsWho among the following has been appointed as the new President of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)?
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Explanation: Industry chamber Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has appointed Rakesh Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman, Bharti Enterprises as its new President.
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Explanation: Industry chamber Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has appointed Rakesh Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman, Bharti Enterprises as its new President.
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Explanation: Industry chamber Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has appointed Rakesh Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman, Bharti Enterprises as its new President.
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Question 47 of 70
47. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following state government has launched Water ATM Policy in the state to provide clean drinking water to people in urban areas?
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Explanation: The Haryana government has come up with Water ATM Policy to provide clean drinking water to people at public places in cities. Residents of cities in Haryana can now look forward to having a water ATM every 400 metres.
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Explanation: The Haryana government has come up with Water ATM Policy to provide clean drinking water to people at public places in cities. Residents of cities in Haryana can now look forward to having a water ATM every 400 metres.
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Explanation: The Haryana government has come up with Water ATM Policy to provide clean drinking water to people at public places in cities. Residents of cities in Haryana can now look forward to having a water ATM every 400 metres.
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Question 48 of 70
48. Question
1 pointsWho among the following has been appointed as the new Chairman of NASSCOM?
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Explanation: Global software major Wipro’s Chief Strategy Officer Rishad Premji has been appointed the new Nasscom Chairman for 2018-19.
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Explanation: Global software major Wipro’s Chief Strategy Officer Rishad Premji has been appointed the new Nasscom Chairman for 2018-19.
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Explanation: Global software major Wipro’s Chief Strategy Officer Rishad Premji has been appointed the new Nasscom Chairman for 2018-19.
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Question 49 of 70
49. Question
1 pointsThe maiden meeting of the “NITI Forum for North East” was held in which state?
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Explanation: The first meeting of the newly constituted ‘NITI Forum for North East’ was held in Agartala, Tripura. The meeting was organized by the NITI Aayog, Ministry of DoNER and the North Eastern Council (NEC)
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Explanation: The first meeting of the newly constituted ‘NITI Forum for North East’ was held in Agartala, Tripura. The meeting was organized by the NITI Aayog, Ministry of DoNER and the North Eastern Council (NEC)
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Explanation: The first meeting of the newly constituted ‘NITI Forum for North East’ was held in Agartala, Tripura. The meeting was organized by the NITI Aayog, Ministry of DoNER and the North Eastern Council (NEC)
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Question 50 of 70
50. Question
1 pointsName the initiative launched by FSSAI to address Vitamin D deficiency among school children by shifting assembly hours to noon.
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Explanation: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched ‘Project Dhoop’, an initiative aimed at shifting the school assembly time to noon to ensure maximum absorption of Vitamin D in students through natural sunlight.
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Explanation: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched ‘Project Dhoop’, an initiative aimed at shifting the school assembly time to noon to ensure maximum absorption of Vitamin D in students through natural sunlight.
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Explanation: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched ‘Project Dhoop’, an initiative aimed at shifting the school assembly time to noon to ensure maximum absorption of Vitamin D in students through natural sunlight.
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Question 51 of 70
51. Question
1 pointsThe Union government has recently banned imports of which chemical in a bid to curb its misuse in livestock industry by dairy owners and farmers?
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Explanation: The Central government has banned the import of Oxytocin and asked the customs department to prevent any attempt to smuggle it into the country.
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Explanation: The Central government has banned the import of Oxytocin and asked the customs department to prevent any attempt to smuggle it into the country.
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Explanation: The Central government has banned the import of Oxytocin and asked the customs department to prevent any attempt to smuggle it into the country.
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Question 52 of 70
52. Question
1 pointsIndia’s first ‘Happy Cities Summit 2018’ was organised in which state?
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Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Founder of Isha Foundation Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev inaugurated a three-day long ‘Happy Cities Summit 2018’ at Mangalagiri town in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh.
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Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Founder of Isha Foundation Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev inaugurated a three-day long ‘Happy Cities Summit 2018’ at Mangalagiri town in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh.
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Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Founder of Isha Foundation Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev inaugurated a three-day long ‘Happy Cities Summit 2018’ at Mangalagiri town in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh.
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Question 53 of 70
53. Question
1 pointsThe 2018 Asia Cup will be held in which country?
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Explanation: The 2018 Asia Cup, that was earlier scheduled to be held in India, has now been moved out to the United Arab Emirates. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and the winner of Asia Cup qualifier will compete in the 50-overs format event.
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Explanation: The 2018 Asia Cup, that was earlier scheduled to be held in India, has now been moved out to the United Arab Emirates. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and the winner of Asia Cup qualifier will compete in the 50-overs format event.
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Explanation: The 2018 Asia Cup, that was earlier scheduled to be held in India, has now been moved out to the United Arab Emirates. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and the winner of Asia Cup qualifier will compete in the 50-overs format event.
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Question 54 of 70
54. Question
1 pointsIndian Railways first all-electric high speed train of 12,000 horsepower (HP) has been flagged off in which of the following state by PM Modi?
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched India’s first all-electric high-speed locomotive in Bihar. The addition of all-electric high-speed locomotive in Bihar will be a giant leap in PM Modi’s govt initiative ‘Make in India’. The electric locomotive, with a 12,000 horsepower (HP) was will be flagged off from Bihar’s Madhepura loco factory.
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched India’s first all-electric high-speed locomotive in Bihar. The addition of all-electric high-speed locomotive in Bihar will be a giant leap in PM Modi’s govt initiative ‘Make in India’. The electric locomotive, with a 12,000 horsepower (HP) was will be flagged off from Bihar’s Madhepura loco factory.
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Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched India’s first all-electric high-speed locomotive in Bihar. The addition of all-electric high-speed locomotive in Bihar will be a giant leap in PM Modi’s govt initiative ‘Make in India’. The electric locomotive, with a 12,000 horsepower (HP) was will be flagged off from Bihar’s Madhepura loco factory.
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Question 55 of 70
55. Question
1 pointsThe first edition of the international conference on ‘Water, Environment and Climate Change: Knowledge Sharing and Partnership’ was organised in which country?
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Explanation: The first international conference on ‘Water, Environment and Climate Change: Knowledge Sharing and Partnership’ has started in Kathmandu, Nepal. Vice President of Nepal Nanda Bahadur Pun inaugurated the conference.
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Explanation: The first international conference on ‘Water, Environment and Climate Change: Knowledge Sharing and Partnership’ has started in Kathmandu, Nepal. Vice President of Nepal Nanda Bahadur Pun inaugurated the conference.
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Explanation: The first international conference on ‘Water, Environment and Climate Change: Knowledge Sharing and Partnership’ has started in Kathmandu, Nepal. Vice President of Nepal Nanda Bahadur Pun inaugurated the conference.
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Question 56 of 70
56. Question
1 pointsWho has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia?
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Explanation: Former UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon was elected chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia, which is currently underway in China’s Hainan province. Ban replaced Japan’s Yasuo Fukuda.
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Explanation: Former UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon was elected chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia, which is currently underway in China’s Hainan province. Ban replaced Japan’s Yasuo Fukuda.
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Explanation: Former UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon was elected chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia, which is currently underway in China’s Hainan province. Ban replaced Japan’s Yasuo Fukuda.
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Question 57 of 70
57. Question
1 pointsWho has won the 2018 Monterrey Open?
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Explanation: Top seed and World No.3 Garbiñe Muguruza of Spain fought her way to her first title of the year at the Abierto GNP Seguros, with a 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory over No.4 seed Timea Babos of Hungary to win 2018 Monterrey Open.
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Explanation: Top seed and World No.3 Garbiñe Muguruza of Spain fought her way to her first title of the year at the Abierto GNP Seguros, with a 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory over No.4 seed Timea Babos of Hungary to win 2018 Monterrey Open.
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Explanation: Top seed and World No.3 Garbiñe Muguruza of Spain fought her way to her first title of the year at the Abierto GNP Seguros, with a 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory over No.4 seed Timea Babos of Hungary to win 2018 Monterrey Open.
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Question 58 of 70
58. Question
1 pointsViktor Orban has been re-elected as the Prime Minister of which country for the third straight term?
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Explanation: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban won a third straight term in power in elections after his anti-immigration campaign message secured a strong majority for his party in parliament, granting him two-thirds of seats based on preliminary results.
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Explanation: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban won a third straight term in power in elections after his anti-immigration campaign message secured a strong majority for his party in parliament, granting him two-thirds of seats based on preliminary results.
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Explanation: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban won a third straight term in power in elections after his anti-immigration campaign message secured a strong majority for his party in parliament, granting him two-thirds of seats based on preliminary results.
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Question 59 of 70
59. Question
1 pointsWhich Indian bank will invest an amount worth Rs 80 billion in 900 MW Hydropower project of Nepal?
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Explanation: The State Bank of India (SBI) will be investing a total of Rs 80 billion in the Arun III hydropower project of Nepal, which has 900 megawatts (MW) electricity production capacities.
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Explanation: The State Bank of India (SBI) will be investing a total of Rs 80 billion in the Arun III hydropower project of Nepal, which has 900 megawatts (MW) electricity production capacities.
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Explanation: The State Bank of India (SBI) will be investing a total of Rs 80 billion in the Arun III hydropower project of Nepal, which has 900 megawatts (MW) electricity production capacities.
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Question 60 of 70
60. Question
1 pointsWho among the following has been conferred with an Honorary degree at GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Dehradun?
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Explanation: Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, who is on a three-day State visit to India, was presented an Honorary degree at GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology in the capital city of Uttarakhand Dehradun.
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Explanation: Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, who is on a three-day State visit to India, was presented an Honorary degree at GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology in the capital city of Uttarakhand Dehradun.
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Explanation: Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, who is on a three-day State visit to India, was presented an Honorary degree at GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology in the capital city of Uttarakhand Dehradun.
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Question 61 of 70
61. Question
1 pointsWho is the winner of the 2018 Bahrain Grand Prix?
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Explanation: German Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel has won the Bahrain Grand Prix, the second race of the 2018 Formula 1 season, for a record of fourth time, two weeks after clinching the Australian GP, strengthening his grip on the top spot in the driver standings.
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Explanation: German Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel has won the Bahrain Grand Prix, the second race of the 2018 Formula 1 season, for a record of fourth time, two weeks after clinching the Australian GP, strengthening his grip on the top spot in the driver standings.
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Explanation: German Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel has won the Bahrain Grand Prix, the second race of the 2018 Formula 1 season, for a record of fourth time, two weeks after clinching the Australian GP, strengthening his grip on the top spot in the driver standings.
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Question 62 of 70
62. Question
1 pointsThe Reserve Bank of India has switched back to the gross domestic product (GDP) methodology from gross value added (GVA) methodology to measure the economy. The GVA methodology was adopted by RBI in which year?
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Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India switched back to the gross domestic product (GDP)-based measure to offer its growth estimates from the gross value added (GVA) methodology, citing global best practices. The government had started analysing growth estimates using GVA methodology from January 2015 and had also changed the base year to 2018 from January.
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Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India switched back to the gross domestic product (GDP)-based measure to offer its growth estimates from the gross value added (GVA) methodology, citing global best practices. The government had started analysing growth estimates using GVA methodology from January 2015 and had also changed the base year to 2018 from January.
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Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India switched back to the gross domestic product (GDP)-based measure to offer its growth estimates from the gross value added (GVA) methodology, citing global best practices. The government had started analysing growth estimates using GVA methodology from January 2015 and had also changed the base year to 2018 from January.
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Question 63 of 70
63. Question
1 pointsThe President of India Ram Nath Kovind has been honored with the “Condecoracion” which is the highest civilian award of which country?
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Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind was conferred with the Condecoracion, the highest honour accorded to a non-citizen by the government of Equatorial Guinea while his visit there.
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Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind was conferred with the Condecoracion, the highest honour accorded to a non-citizen by the government of Equatorial Guinea while his visit there.
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Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind was conferred with the Condecoracion, the highest honour accorded to a non-citizen by the government of Equatorial Guinea while his visit there.
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Question 64 of 70
64. Question
1 pointsThe Government of India has announced to organise Gram Swaraj Abhiyan on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti which is observed annually on ____________
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Explanation: The Prime Minister has announced that on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti a “Gram Swaraj Abhiyan” would be organised starting from 14th April to 5th May, 2018. This Abhiyan is being undertaken for reaching out to poor households, spreading awareness about government welfare schemes and other people centric initiatives.
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Explanation: The Prime Minister has announced that on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti a “Gram Swaraj Abhiyan” would be organised starting from 14th April to 5th May, 2018. This Abhiyan is being undertaken for reaching out to poor households, spreading awareness about government welfare schemes and other people centric initiatives.
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Explanation: The Prime Minister has announced that on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti a “Gram Swaraj Abhiyan” would be organised starting from 14th April to 5th May, 2018. This Abhiyan is being undertaken for reaching out to poor households, spreading awareness about government welfare schemes and other people centric initiatives.
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Question 65 of 70
65. Question
1 pointsThe Ganga Hariteema Yojana has been launched by which state in a move to enhance green cover across the areas of the river Ganga and to control the land erosion?
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Explanation: The Uttar Pradesh Government launched the Ganga Hariteema Yojana, also known as Ganga Greenery scheme, on in the 27 districts of Uttar Pradesh that are located on the bank of river Ganga. The scheme aims to enhance the green cover in the catchment areas of the river Ganga and to control the land erosion.
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Explanation: The Uttar Pradesh Government launched the Ganga Hariteema Yojana, also known as Ganga Greenery scheme, on in the 27 districts of Uttar Pradesh that are located on the bank of river Ganga. The scheme aims to enhance the green cover in the catchment areas of the river Ganga and to control the land erosion.
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Explanation: The Uttar Pradesh Government launched the Ganga Hariteema Yojana, also known as Ganga Greenery scheme, on in the 27 districts of Uttar Pradesh that are located on the bank of river Ganga. The scheme aims to enhance the green cover in the catchment areas of the river Ganga and to control the land erosion.
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Question 66 of 70
66. Question
1 pointsWho among the given has been selected to be conferred with Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award for 2018?
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Explanation: The Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award for 2018 is being awarded to Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma for her genre-defining successful movies.
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Explanation: The Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award for 2018 is being awarded to Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma for her genre-defining successful movies.
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Explanation: The Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award for 2018 is being awarded to Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma for her genre-defining successful movies.
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Question 67 of 70
67. Question
1 pointsName the Indian actress who has been named to be honored with Sridevi Award at the Zee Apsara Awards 2018?
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Explanation: Actress Tamannaah Bhatia, who has worked in both the Hindi film industry and southern cinema, will be felicitated with Sridevi Award at the Zee Apsara Awards. She will be honoured for her contribution to cinema and as a deserving woman achiever.
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Explanation: Actress Tamannaah Bhatia, who has worked in both the Hindi film industry and southern cinema, will be felicitated with Sridevi Award at the Zee Apsara Awards. She will be honoured for her contribution to cinema and as a deserving woman achiever.
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Explanation: Actress Tamannaah Bhatia, who has worked in both the Hindi film industry and southern cinema, will be felicitated with Sridevi Award at the Zee Apsara Awards. She will be honoured for her contribution to cinema and as a deserving woman achiever.
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Question 68 of 70
68. Question
1 pointsThe Indian Air Force (IAF) is going to conduct its biggest combat exercise named Gagan Shakti-2018 along the borders of which country?
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Explanation: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is going to conduct its biggest ever combat exercise along Pakistan and China borders. The exercise- Gagan Shakti, 2018– will be taking place between April 10 to 23. Depending upon the order of the Air Force Chief, the Air Force will mobilise its assets in the war scenario within 48 hours of the orders.
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Explanation: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is going to conduct its biggest ever combat exercise along Pakistan and China borders. The exercise- Gagan Shakti, 2018– will be taking place between April 10 to 23. Depending upon the order of the Air Force Chief, the Air Force will mobilise its assets in the war scenario within 48 hours of the orders.
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Explanation: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is going to conduct its biggest ever combat exercise along Pakistan and China borders. The exercise- Gagan Shakti, 2018– will be taking place between April 10 to 23. Depending upon the order of the Air Force Chief, the Air Force will mobilise its assets in the war scenario within 48 hours of the orders.
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Question 69 of 70
69. Question
1 pointsWho among the following has won the “Top Model India” award 2018?
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Explanation: Mahir Pandhi, an aspiring model from New Delhi, has won “Top Model India”, which showcases diverse talent and breaks stereotypes. The show gave a chance to 12 aspiring models to transform into supermodels.
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Explanation: Mahir Pandhi, an aspiring model from New Delhi, has won “Top Model India”, which showcases diverse talent and breaks stereotypes. The show gave a chance to 12 aspiring models to transform into supermodels.
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Explanation: Mahir Pandhi, an aspiring model from New Delhi, has won “Top Model India”, which showcases diverse talent and breaks stereotypes. The show gave a chance to 12 aspiring models to transform into supermodels.
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Question 70 of 70
70. Question
1 pointsName the player who has become the most successful doubles players in the history of Davis Cup?
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Explanation: Indian tennis’ ageless wonder Leander Paes became the most successful doubles player in the history of Davis Cup as he combined with Rohan Bopanna to not only grab a record 43rd win but also bring the country back in the tie against China.
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Explanation: Indian tennis’ ageless wonder Leander Paes became the most successful doubles player in the history of Davis Cup as he combined with Rohan Bopanna to not only grab a record 43rd win but also bring the country back in the tie against China.
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Explanation: Indian tennis’ ageless wonder Leander Paes became the most successful doubles player in the history of Davis Cup as he combined with Rohan Bopanna to not only grab a record 43rd win but also bring the country back in the tie against China.
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