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Question 1 of 65
1. Question
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In September 2020, where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Patrika Gate?
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Patrika Gate in Jaipur through video conferencing.
The iconic gate is built by the Patrika Group of Newspapers on the Jawaharlal Nehru Marg in Jaipur.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Patrika Gate in Jaipur through video conferencing.
The iconic gate is built by the Patrika Group of Newspapers on the Jawaharlal Nehru Marg in Jaipur.
Question 2 of 65
2. Question
1 points
According to a latest report by job portal site Indeed, which city has topped the list of destinations for a career in artificial intelligence (AI)?
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Hyderabad is one of the top five cities in the country to offer jobs in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), a latest report by job portal site Indeed has revealed.
Bengaluru tops the list of destinations for a career in AI, followed by Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai.
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Hyderabad is one of the top five cities in the country to offer jobs in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), a latest report by job portal site Indeed has revealed.
Bengaluru tops the list of destinations for a career in AI, followed by Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai.
Question 3 of 65
3. Question
1 points
Under the chairmanship of which country, 35th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Asia and the Pacific held virtually on a video conferencing platform in September 2020?
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The 35th Session of the Regional Conference for Asia and the Pacific held virtually on a videoconferencing platform, on an exceptional basis, in light of the global COVID-19 pandemic and associated public health concerns.
The Conference was held under the Chair of the Host Country, Bhutan.
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The 35th Session of the Regional Conference for Asia and the Pacific held virtually on a videoconferencing platform, on an exceptional basis, in light of the global COVID-19 pandemic and associated public health concerns.
The Conference was held under the Chair of the Host Country, Bhutan.
Question 4 of 65
4. Question
1 points
Which of the following is set to enter online insurance business with the launch of portal called PayBima?
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Mahindra Finance is set to enter the business of online insurance broking giving digital services to the customers of its insurance brokerage subsidiary, Mahindra Insurance Brokers, through a soon-to-be launched portal called PayBima.
The new portal would play a role in the transformation of Mahindra’s insurance broking services to a “phygital” model.
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Mahindra Finance is set to enter the business of online insurance broking giving digital services to the customers of its insurance brokerage subsidiary, Mahindra Insurance Brokers, through a soon-to-be launched portal called PayBima.
The new portal would play a role in the transformation of Mahindra’s insurance broking services to a “phygital” model.
Question 5 of 65
5. Question
1 points
In which state is an awareness cum sensitization programme for newly proposed Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO) was organized by NABARD in coordination with District Administration?
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An awareness cum sensitization programme for newly proposed Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO) was organized by NABARD in coordination with District Administration in Anantnag, J & K.
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An awareness cum sensitization programme for newly proposed Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO) was organized by NABARD in coordination with District Administration in Anantnag, J & K.
Question 6 of 65
6. Question
1 points
Which state’s Rural Livelihoods Mission signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB) to link the Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Producer Groups/ Enterprises?
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Assam State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ASRLM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB) to work in cohesion in support of Bank Linkage of the Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Producer Groups/ Enterprises under ASRLM.
ASRLM is the first amongst all the State Livelihood Missions to initiate the signing of MoU with the new generation small finance banks.
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Assam State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ASRLM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB) to work in cohesion in support of Bank Linkage of the Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Producer Groups/ Enterprises under ASRLM.
ASRLM is the first amongst all the State Livelihood Missions to initiate the signing of MoU with the new generation small finance banks.
Question 7 of 65
7. Question
1 points
Sir David Attenborough who has been awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2019 is related with which profession?
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The Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust will present the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2019 to renowned broadcaster Sir David Attenborough.
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The Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust will present the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2019 to renowned broadcaster Sir David Attenborough.
Question 8 of 65
8. Question
1 points
When was First International Day of Clean Air for blue skies observed in 2020?
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The very first International Day of Clean Air for blue skies observed on September 7th, 2020, following the recognition by the United Nations General Assembly of the importance of clean air for the health and day-to-day lives of people.
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The very first International Day of Clean Air for blue skies observed on September 7th, 2020, following the recognition by the United Nations General Assembly of the importance of clean air for the health and day-to-day lives of people.
Question 9 of 65
9. Question
1 points
What is the theme of International Literacy Day 2020?
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International Literacy Day is observed every year on 8 September in an effort to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals and communities around the world.
The theme of International Literacy Day 2020 is “Literacy teaching and learning in the COVID-19 crisis and beyond.”
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International Literacy Day is observed every year on 8 September in an effort to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals and communities around the world.
The theme of International Literacy Day 2020 is “Literacy teaching and learning in the COVID-19 crisis and beyond.”
Question 10 of 65
10. Question
1 points
As per the data, how much amount have been allotted to nearly 42 crore people as financial assistance under the government’s Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana(PMGKP) to protect poor and vulnerable from the impact of COVID-19 crisis?
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The Finance Ministry said more than 42 crore people have received Rs 68,820-crore financial assistance under the government’s Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKP) to protect poor and vulnerable from the impact of COVID-19 crisis.
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The Finance Ministry said more than 42 crore people have received Rs 68,820-crore financial assistance under the government’s Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKP) to protect poor and vulnerable from the impact of COVID-19 crisis.
Question 11 of 65
11. Question
1 points
Which of the following e-commerce platform has launched a new hyper-casual game titled ‘Social Doori’ to encourage social distancing amid the Covid-19 pandemic?
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Reliance-backed eCommerce platform Fynd has launched a new hyper-casual game titled ‘Social Doori’ to encourage social distancing amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Reliance-backed eCommerce platform Fynd has launched a new hyper-casual game titled ‘Social Doori’ to encourage social distancing amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Question 12 of 65
12. Question
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Who is the head of the Multidimensional Poverty Index Coordination Committee (MPICC) constituted by the NITI Aayog?
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NITI Aayog has constituted a Multidimensional Poverty Index Coordination Committee (MPICC). The MPICC is chaired by Ms. Sanyukta Samaddar, Adviser (SDG).
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NITI Aayog has constituted a Multidimensional Poverty Index Coordination Committee (MPICC). The MPICC is chaired by Ms. Sanyukta Samaddar, Adviser (SDG).
Question 13 of 65
13. Question
1 points
Which of the following has announced to lead the global procurement and supply of the COVID-19 vaccine in order to ensure that all the countries have safe, equitable, and fast access to the initial doses when they are available?
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The (UNICEF) has announced that it will be leading the global procurement and supply of the COVID-19 vaccine in order to ensure that all the countries have safe, equitable, and fast access to the initial doses when they are available.
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The (UNICEF) has announced that it will be leading the global procurement and supply of the COVID-19 vaccine in order to ensure that all the countries have safe, equitable, and fast access to the initial doses when they are available.
Question 14 of 65
14. Question
1 points
Loan worth how much amount has been given by World Bank to the Himachal Pradesh government to strengthen transport of the state by improving the condition, safety, resilience, and engineering standards of state road network?
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The government of Himachal Pradesh and the World Bank signed $82 million loan for the implementation of Himachal Pradesh State Roads Transformation Project which will strengthen transport and road safety institutions of Himachal Pradesh by improving the condition, safety, resilience, and engineering standards of state road network.
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The government of Himachal Pradesh and the World Bank signed $82 million loan for the implementation of Himachal Pradesh State Roads Transformation Project which will strengthen transport and road safety institutions of Himachal Pradesh by improving the condition, safety, resilience, and engineering standards of state road network.
Question 15 of 65
15. Question
1 points
According to Fitch, India’s GDP is expected to contract to how much percent in the current fiscal 2020-21 (FY21)?
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Fitch has sharply lowered its forecast for India’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the current fiscal 2020-21 (FY21) and now expects the country’s GDP to contract 10.5 per cent versus its earlier estimate of 5 per cent contraction in this period.
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Fitch has sharply lowered its forecast for India’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the current fiscal 2020-21 (FY21) and now expects the country’s GDP to contract 10.5 per cent versus its earlier estimate of 5 per cent contraction in this period.
Question 16 of 65
16. Question
1 points
According to India Ratings and Research, India’s GDP is expected to contract to how much percent in the current fiscal 2020-21 (FY21)?
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Domestic rating agency India Ratings and Research revised the country’s FY21 GDP growth forecast to (-) 11.8 per cent from (-) 5.3 per cent earlier.
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Domestic rating agency India Ratings and Research revised the country’s FY21 GDP growth forecast to (-) 11.8 per cent from (-) 5.3 per cent earlier.
Question 17 of 65
17. Question
1 points
According to Goldman Sachs, India’s GDP is expected to contract to how much percent in the current fiscal 2020-21 (FY21)?
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Investment bank Goldman Sachs expects Indian economy to undergo a deeper recession in FY21 with a contraction of 14.8% against its earlier estimate of 11.8% dip in economic activity.
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Investment bank Goldman Sachs expects Indian economy to undergo a deeper recession in FY21 with a contraction of 14.8% against its earlier estimate of 11.8% dip in economic activity.
Question 18 of 65
18. Question
1 points
Dr. Govind Swarup who passed away in September 2020, is known to be the father of India’s _________?
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Father of India’s Radio Astronomy, Dr. Govind Swarup passed away at Pune. He was 91. Dr. Swarup is known not only for his many important research contributions in several areas of astronomy and astrophysics, but also for his outstanding achievements in building ingenious, innovative and powerful observational facilities for front-line research in radio astronomy.
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Father of India’s Radio Astronomy, Dr. Govind Swarup passed away at Pune. He was 91. Dr. Swarup is known not only for his many important research contributions in several areas of astronomy and astrophysics, but also for his outstanding achievements in building ingenious, innovative and powerful observational facilities for front-line research in radio astronomy.
Question 19 of 65
19. Question
1 points
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for focused and sustainable development of fisheries sector in the country is launched at an estimated investment of how much amount?
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi digitally launched the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). He also inaugurated the e-Gopala app that will provide farmers marketplace for livestock.
The PMMSY is a flagship scheme for focused and sustainable development of fisheries sector in the country with an estimated investment of ₹20,050 crore for its implementation during 2020-21 to 2024-25 as part of Aatmanirbhar Bharat package.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi digitally launched the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). He also inaugurated the e-Gopala app that will provide farmers marketplace for livestock.
The PMMSY is a flagship scheme for focused and sustainable development of fisheries sector in the country with an estimated investment of ₹20,050 crore for its implementation during 2020-21 to 2024-25 as part of Aatmanirbhar Bharat package.
Question 20 of 65
20. Question
1 points
In September 2020, where did Food Processing Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal inaugurated Organic India Pvt Ltd’s plant?
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Food Processing Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal inaugurated Organic India Pvt Ltd’s plant at Barabanki in Uttar Pradesh that has been set up at a cost of Rs 55 crore.
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Food Processing Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal inaugurated Organic India Pvt Ltd’s plant at Barabanki in Uttar Pradesh that has been set up at a cost of Rs 55 crore.
Question 21 of 65
21. Question
1 points
In which city is ‘Veer Savarkar’ flyover inaugurated which is named after Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar?
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Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa inaugurated the ‘Veer Savarkar’ flyover in Bengaluru. The flyover has been named after Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar.
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Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa inaugurated the ‘Veer Savarkar’ flyover in Bengaluru. The flyover has been named after Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar.
Question 22 of 65
22. Question
1 points
In which city is the country’s first integrated air ambulance service launched?
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Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa unveiled the country’s first integrated air ambulance service jointly launched in the State capital, Bengaluru by the International Critical Air Transfer Team (ICATT) and the Kyathi in the city.
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Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa unveiled the country’s first integrated air ambulance service jointly launched in the State capital, Bengaluru by the International Critical Air Transfer Team (ICATT) and the Kyathi in the city.
Question 23 of 65
23. Question
1 points
Which state has signed a MoU with United Nation World Food Programme for manufacturing and distribution of take-home ration with the help of Self Help Groups?
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The Uttar Pradesh government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with United Nation World Food Programme for manufacturing and distribution of take-home ration with the help of Self Help Groups.
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The Uttar Pradesh government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with United Nation World Food Programme for manufacturing and distribution of take-home ration with the help of Self Help Groups.
Question 24 of 65
24. Question
1 points
Employees’ Provident Fund (EPFO) has decided to pay how much percent interest during 2019-20?
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In view of the exceptional circumstances arising out of Covid-19, the Central Board has recommended the same interest rate at 8.50 per cent to the Central Government.
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In view of the exceptional circumstances arising out of Covid-19, the Central Board has recommended the same interest rate at 8.50 per cent to the Central Government.
Question 25 of 65
25. Question
1 points
Accoriding to the United Nations, India’s child mortality rate has declined substantially between __________ and 2019?
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India’s child mortality rate has declined substantially between 1990 and 2019 but the country, along with Nigeria, still accounted for almost a third of all under-five deaths last year, according to a new UN report which warned that COVID-19 pandemic threatens to undo decades of progress in eliminating preventable child deaths globally.
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India’s child mortality rate has declined substantially between 1990 and 2019 but the country, along with Nigeria, still accounted for almost a third of all under-five deaths last year, according to a new UN report which warned that COVID-19 pandemic threatens to undo decades of progress in eliminating preventable child deaths globally.
Question 26 of 65
26. Question
1 points
The first World Solar Technology Summit was hosted by the International Solar Alliance (ISA) on September 8, 2020 virtually. International Solar Alliance (ISA) aims to create a world solar bank with authorised capital of how much amount to fund projects?
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International Solar Alliance (ISA) aims to create a a world solar bank with authorised capital of dollar 15 billion to fund projects.
The alliance, which is an Indian initiative, was jointly launched by Prime Minister Modi and former French President Hollande on November 30, 2015, in Paris, on the sidelines of COP21, the UN climate conference.
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International Solar Alliance (ISA) aims to create a a world solar bank with authorised capital of dollar 15 billion to fund projects.
The alliance, which is an Indian initiative, was jointly launched by Prime Minister Modi and former French President Hollande on November 30, 2015, in Paris, on the sidelines of COP21, the UN climate conference.
Question 27 of 65
27. Question
1 points
Which bank has topped the EASE (Enhanced Access and Service Excellence) Banking Reforms Index 2.0?
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Bank of Baroda has topped the EASE Banking Reforms Index 2.0. State Bank of India and erstwhile Oriental Bank of Commerce are second and third respectively.
EASE (Enhanced Access and Service Excellence) reform index is prepared by the Indian Banking Association (IBA).
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Bank of Baroda has topped the EASE Banking Reforms Index 2.0. State Bank of India and erstwhile Oriental Bank of Commerce are second and third respectively.
EASE (Enhanced Access and Service Excellence) reform index is prepared by the Indian Banking Association (IBA).
Question 28 of 65
28. Question
1 points
Which bank is planning to launch a loan product, SAFAL, primarily focused on organic cotton growers who don’t have any credit history?
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State Bank of India is planning to launch a loan product, SAFAL, primarily focused on organic cotton growers who don’t have any credit history.
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State Bank of India is planning to launch a loan product, SAFAL, primarily focused on organic cotton growers who don’t have any credit history.
Question 29 of 65
29. Question
1 points
How much loan agreement has been signed between India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor?
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India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a 500 million US dollar loan for Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor.The first tranche of a total one billion dollar facility, to build a modern, high-speed 82-kilometer Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor will improve regional connectivity and mobility in India’s national capital region (NCR).
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India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a 500 million US dollar loan for Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor.The first tranche of a total one billion dollar facility, to build a modern, high-speed 82-kilometer Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor will improve regional connectivity and mobility in India’s national capital region (NCR).
Question 30 of 65
30. Question
1 points
What is the theme of World Suicide Prevention Day 2020?
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World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is an awareness day observed on 10 September every year, in order to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides, with various activities around the world since 2003.
The theme of the World Suicide Prevention Day 2020 is “Working Together to Prevent Suicide”.
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World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is an awareness day observed on 10 September every year, in order to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides, with various activities around the world since 2003.
The theme of the World Suicide Prevention Day 2020 is “Working Together to Prevent Suicide”.
Question 31 of 65
31. Question
1 points
The first-ever ‘Kisan Rail’ of South India was flagged off from which railway station Adarsh Nagar in Delhi?
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The first-ever ‘Kisan Rail’ of South India chugged off from Anantapur Railway Station carrying 322 tonnes of fruits and vegetables to Adarsh Nagar in Delhi after it was virtually flagged off by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.
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The first-ever ‘Kisan Rail’ of South India chugged off from Anantapur Railway Station carrying 322 tonnes of fruits and vegetables to Adarsh Nagar in Delhi after it was virtually flagged off by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.
Question 32 of 65
32. Question
1 points
Which state government has launched WhatsApp chatbot ”Apka Mitra” to resolve any admission-related queries of the students?
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The Chief Minister of Haryana Manohar Lal Khattar has launched an online registration portal for admissions in undergraduate (UG) programmes in government, aided and self-financed colleges for the new academic session 2020-21.
He also launched WhatsApp chatbot “Apka Mitra” to resolve any admission-related queries of the students.
Students can send a message on WhatsApp chatbot number 7419444449 to get any information regarding admissions, scholarships etc.
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The Chief Minister of Haryana Manohar Lal Khattar has launched an online registration portal for admissions in undergraduate (UG) programmes in government, aided and self-financed colleges for the new academic session 2020-21.
He also launched WhatsApp chatbot “Apka Mitra” to resolve any admission-related queries of the students.
Students can send a message on WhatsApp chatbot number 7419444449 to get any information regarding admissions, scholarships etc.
Question 33 of 65
33. Question
1 points
Who is chosen as the chairman of the committee formed by the Central Government to assist in the assessment of relief to bank borrowers?
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Government has constituted a three member expert committee to assist in the assessment of relief to bank borrowers.
The committee chaired by former CAG Rajiv Mehrishi will measure the impact on the national economy and financial stability of waiving of interest and COVID-19 related moratorium.
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Government has constituted a three member expert committee to assist in the assessment of relief to bank borrowers.
The committee chaired by former CAG Rajiv Mehrishi will measure the impact on the national economy and financial stability of waiving of interest and COVID-19 related moratorium.
Question 34 of 65
34. Question
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Who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Supreme Court legal services committee for implementing the legal services programme in connection with the Supreme Court?
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The Central Authority has appointed Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman as the Chairman of the Supreme Court legal services committee.
The committee has been constituted for implementing the legal services programme in connection with the top court.
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The Central Authority has appointed Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman as the Chairman of the Supreme Court legal services committee.
The committee has been constituted for implementing the legal services programme in connection with the top court.
Question 35 of 65
35. Question
1 points
According to a report by Care Ratings, the employment growth rate declined to what percent in FY20 from 3.8 per cent in the previous fiscal year?
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According to the CARE Ratings report, the employment growth rate declined to 3.5 per cent in FY20 from 3.8 per cent in the previous fiscal year, but the total number of jobs increased to 50.02 lakh from 48.32 lakh.
In FY20, 1.70 lakh new jobs were added, while the net addition was 1.76 lakh in FY19. But in FY20, as many as 321 companies reduced their headcounts by 1.13 lakh compared to 272 companies doing so by 1.18 lakh in the previous year.
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According to the CARE Ratings report, the employment growth rate declined to 3.5 per cent in FY20 from 3.8 per cent in the previous fiscal year, but the total number of jobs increased to 50.02 lakh from 48.32 lakh.
In FY20, 1.70 lakh new jobs were added, while the net addition was 1.76 lakh in FY19. But in FY20, as many as 321 companies reduced their headcounts by 1.13 lakh compared to 272 companies doing so by 1.18 lakh in the previous year.
Question 36 of 65
36. Question
1 points
By which year, World Health Organization (WHO) has aimed to eliminate industrially produced Trans Fats?
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Two years into its efforts to eliminate industrially produced trans fats from the global food supply, the apex global public health agency in a report titled ‘Countdown to 2023: WHO report on global trans-fat elimination 2020’ released said that 58 countries so far have introduced laws that will protect 3.2 billion people from the harmful substance by the end of 2021. But more than 100 countries still need to take actions to remove these harmful substances from their food supplies.
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Two years into its efforts to eliminate industrially produced trans fats from the global food supply, the apex global public health agency in a report titled ‘Countdown to 2023: WHO report on global trans-fat elimination 2020’ released said that 58 countries so far have introduced laws that will protect 3.2 billion people from the harmful substance by the end of 2021. But more than 100 countries still need to take actions to remove these harmful substances from their food supplies.
Question 37 of 65
37. Question
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Which insurance company has joined hands with NSDL Payments Bank to provide its products to customers of payments bank?
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ICICI Prudential Life Insurance joined hands with NSDL Payments Bank to provide its products to customers of payments bank.
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ICICI Prudential Life Insurance joined hands with NSDL Payments Bank to provide its products to customers of payments bank.
Question 38 of 65
38. Question
1 points
Who has been crowned Wushu World Champion 2019 after her silver medal at the Wushu World Championship last year been upgraded to a Gold medal?
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Indian Wushu stalwart Poonam Khatri has claimed World Championship status after her silver medal at the Wushu World Championship last year has been upgraded to a Gold medal.
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Indian Wushu stalwart Poonam Khatri has claimed World Championship status after her silver medal at the Wushu World Championship last year has been upgraded to a Gold medal.
Question 39 of 65
39. Question
1 points
What is the theme of the Himalayan Day 2020?
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Every year September 9 is observed as ‘Himalaya Diwas’ or Himalayan Day, a day which would be celebrated across the State to spread the message of conservation of the Himalayan ecosystems.
The theme of the Himalayan Day this year is “The Himalaya and Nature”.
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Every year September 9 is observed as ‘Himalaya Diwas’ or Himalayan Day, a day which would be celebrated across the State to spread the message of conservation of the Himalayan ecosystems.
The theme of the Himalayan Day this year is “The Himalaya and Nature”.
Question 40 of 65
40. Question
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When was first International Day to Protect Education from Attack observed in 2020?
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First-ever International Day to Protect Education from Attack, is observed on September 9 to raise awareness of the plight of millions of children living in countries affected by conflict.
The International Day to Protect Education from Attack 2020 theme is “Protect Education, Save a Generation”.
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First-ever International Day to Protect Education from Attack, is observed on September 9 to raise awareness of the plight of millions of children living in countries affected by conflict.
The International Day to Protect Education from Attack 2020 theme is “Protect Education, Save a Generation”.
Question 41 of 65
41. Question
1 points
Road Transport and Highways Ministry is in the process of implementing Integrated Road Accident Database Project (iRAD) which will be applicable across the country. Which is not one of the states in which the proposal will be implemented in the first instance?
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Road Transport and Highways Ministry is in the process of implementing Integrated Road Accident Database Project (iRAD) which will be applicable across the country.
In the first instance, it has been decided to implement the proposal in six states. These are Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
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Road Transport and Highways Ministry is in the process of implementing Integrated Road Accident Database Project (iRAD) which will be applicable across the country.
In the first instance, it has been decided to implement the proposal in six states. These are Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
Question 42 of 65
42. Question
1 points
At a cost of 2 thousand crore rupees, where will the research lab od DRDO be opened as notified in September 2020?
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A Research lab of DRDO at a cost of 2 thousand crore rupees will be opened in Kailaras-Jaura region of Morena district in Madhya Pradesh.
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A Research lab of DRDO at a cost of 2 thousand crore rupees will be opened in Kailaras-Jaura region of Morena district in Madhya Pradesh.
Question 43 of 65
43. Question
1 points
Who won the women’s singles title in US Open Tennis 2020?
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In US Open Tennis Women’s Singles category, Japan’s Naomi Osaka defeated Victoria Azarenka of Belarus in the Women’s Singles final to clinch her third Grand Slam title.
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In US Open Tennis Women’s Singles category, Japan’s Naomi Osaka defeated Victoria Azarenka of Belarus in the Women’s Singles final to clinch her third Grand Slam title.
Question 44 of 65
44. Question
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Filmmaker Chaitanya Tamhane’s ‘The Disciple’ won the Best Screenplay award at Venice International Film Festival. The drama film is based in which language?
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Filmmaker Chaitanya Tamhane’s ‘The Disciple’ won the Best Screenplay award at Venice International Film Festival. This is the second award the film got at the festival. Earlier, it was honoured with the International Critics’ Prize awarded by FIPRESCI.
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Filmmaker Chaitanya Tamhane’s ‘The Disciple’ won the Best Screenplay award at Venice International Film Festival. This is the second award the film got at the festival. Earlier, it was honoured with the International Critics’ Prize awarded by FIPRESCI.
Question 45 of 65
45. Question
1 points
What is the theme of United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation 2020?
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The United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation is annually observed on September 12.
Theme for 2020 is “Pathways toward the SDGs through South-South solidarity beyond COVID-19.”
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The United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation is annually observed on September 12.
Theme for 2020 is “Pathways toward the SDGs through South-South solidarity beyond COVID-19.”
Question 46 of 65
46. Question
1 points
Which state government launched a scheme called ‘GARIMA’ for sanitation workers to ensure their safety and dignity?
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The Odisha government launched a statewide welfare scheme “GARIMA” for sanitation workers to ensure their safety and dignity.
The ‘Garima’ scheme will institutionalise and regulate core sanitation services to provide social security and financial benefits to the sanitation workers and their families.
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The Odisha government launched a statewide welfare scheme “GARIMA” for sanitation workers to ensure their safety and dignity.
The ‘Garima’ scheme will institutionalise and regulate core sanitation services to provide social security and financial benefits to the sanitation workers and their families.
Question 47 of 65
47. Question
1 points
According to a report on ‘Freelancing in 2020: An Abundance of Opportunities’ by Payoneer, India is on which position at the scale of fastest-growing freelance markets in the world with a massive increase in the number of freelancers this year?
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India is the second-fastest-growing freelance market in the world with a massive increase in the number of freelancers this year, according to a report on ‘Freelancing in 2020: An Abundance of Opportunities’ by Payoneer.
Apart from India, other popular markets for gig workers include the US, Pakistan, and Ukraine.
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India is the second-fastest-growing freelance market in the world with a massive increase in the number of freelancers this year, according to a report on ‘Freelancing in 2020: An Abundance of Opportunities’ by Payoneer.
Apart from India, other popular markets for gig workers include the US, Pakistan, and Ukraine.
Question 48 of 65
48. Question
1 points
Which country’s government has launched a campaign named ‘Asol Chini’ or ‘real-sugar’ to fight fake information and rumour spreading on social media?
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The government of Bangladesh has launched a campaign named ‘Asol Chini’ or ‘real-sugar’ to fight fake information and rumour spreading on social media.
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The government of Bangladesh has launched a campaign named ‘Asol Chini’ or ‘real-sugar’ to fight fake information and rumour spreading on social media.
Question 49 of 65
49. Question
1 points
How much amount is released by the government to 14 states as revenue deficit grant in September 2020?
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Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Punjab, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttarakhand and West Bengal are the 14 states to whom the grant has been released.
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Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Punjab, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttarakhand and West Bengal are the 14 states to whom the grant has been released.
Question 50 of 65
50. Question
1 points
In which state Union Minister of State for Shipping Mansukh Mandaviya launched ‘SAROD-Ports through a virtual ceremony?
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SAROD-Ports will resolve the disputes in fair and just manner while saving huge amount of legal expenditure and time.
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SAROD-Ports will resolve the disputes in fair and just manner while saving huge amount of legal expenditure and time.
Question 51 of 65
51. Question
1 points
How much amount has been allotted to India’s largest piggery mission launched in Meghalaya?
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The main objective of the Piggery Mission is to reduce the annual import of Pork worth Rs 150 Crore and make Meghalaya self-sufficient (“Aatma Nirbhar”) in pork production over the next 3 years. It was launched in Meghalaya by the Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Kailash Choudhary.
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The main objective of the Piggery Mission is to reduce the annual import of Pork worth Rs 150 Crore and make Meghalaya self-sufficient (“Aatma Nirbhar”) in pork production over the next 3 years. It was launched in Meghalaya by the Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Kailash Choudhary.
Question 52 of 65
52. Question
1 points
What is the rank of India in the Global Economic Freedom Index as per the Economic Freedom of the World: 2020 Annual Report?
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According to the Economic Freedom of the World: 2020 Annual Report, India’s rank dropped 26 spots from 79 to 105. Hong Kong and Singapore retain the top two positions followed by New Zealand, Switzerland, Australia, United States, Mauritius, Georgia, Canada, and Ireland.
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According to the Economic Freedom of the World: 2020 Annual Report, India’s rank dropped 26 spots from 79 to 105. Hong Kong and Singapore retain the top two positions followed by New Zealand, Switzerland, Australia, United States, Mauritius, Georgia, Canada, and Ireland.
Question 53 of 65
53. Question
1 points
Which bank signed a pact with Suguna Foods to help sustain poultry farming operations, rural livelihoods and food security in India?
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a pact for a USD 15-million debt financing through the subscription of non-convertible debentures for Suguna Foods, to help sustain poultry farming operations, rural livelihoods and food security in India.
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a pact for a USD 15-million debt financing through the subscription of non-convertible debentures for Suguna Foods, to help sustain poultry farming operations, rural livelihoods and food security in India.
Question 54 of 65
54. Question
1 points
The Asian Development Bank and France’s ENGIE group have signed a long-term loan of up to ₹ 466 crore for setting up a 200-MW solar power project in which Indian state?
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The ADB and France’s ENGIE group have signed a long-term loan of up to ₹ 466 crore for setting up a 200-MW solar power project in Gujarat. The project will be developed in the Raghanesda Solar Park.
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The ADB and France’s ENGIE group have signed a long-term loan of up to ₹ 466 crore for setting up a 200-MW solar power project in Gujarat. The project will be developed in the Raghanesda Solar Park.
Question 55 of 65
55. Question
1 points
According to Moody’s Investors Service, India’s growth projection for the current fiscal declined to how much percent?
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According to Moody’s Investors Service, India’s credit profile is increasingly constrained by low growth, high debt burden and weak financial system. These risks have been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic.
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According to Moody’s Investors Service, India’s credit profile is increasingly constrained by low growth, high debt burden and weak financial system. These risks have been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic.
Question 56 of 65
56. Question
1 points
According to CRISIL report, by how much percent Indian economy will contract by 2020-21?
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The Indian economy will contract by 9 per cent in 2020-21 as the coronavirus infections are yet to peak and the government is not providing adequate direct fiscal support, ratings agency Crisil said. It will be the highest since the 1950s.
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The Indian economy will contract by 9 per cent in 2020-21 as the coronavirus infections are yet to peak and the government is not providing adequate direct fiscal support, ratings agency Crisil said. It will be the highest since the 1950s.
Question 57 of 65
57. Question
1 points
According to CARE Ratings, how much percent Indian economy contracted in this current financial year?
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Domestic rating agency CARE Ratings said the country’s economy is likely to see a sharper contraction of 8-8.2 per cent in the current financial year compared to a decline of 6.4 per cent it had projected earlier.
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Domestic rating agency CARE Ratings said the country’s economy is likely to see a sharper contraction of 8-8.2 per cent in the current financial year compared to a decline of 6.4 per cent it had projected earlier.
Question 58 of 65
58. Question
1 points
How much amount has been increased by EPFO under Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance scheme?
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The EDLI scheme is a mandatory insurance cover provided to to all subscribers of EPF scheme. A nominee gets a lump sum payment of up to ₹7 lakh in the event of death due to natural causes, illness or accident. All organisations covered under EPF and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 get enrolled for EDLI automatically.
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The EDLI scheme is a mandatory insurance cover provided to to all subscribers of EPF scheme. A nominee gets a lump sum payment of up to ₹7 lakh in the event of death due to natural causes, illness or accident. All organisations covered under EPF and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 get enrolled for EDLI automatically.
Question 59 of 65
59. Question
1 points
Which actor has been appointed as celebrity advocate by UNICEF for children’s rights campaign, For Every Child?
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UNICEF India announced Ayushmann Khurrana as its celebrity advocate for children’s rights campaign, For Every Child. He will work towards this initiative in India and joins the likes of former football star David Beckham, who works on this campaign globally.
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UNICEF India announced Ayushmann Khurrana as its celebrity advocate for children’s rights campaign, For Every Child. He will work towards this initiative in India and joins the likes of former football star David Beckham, who works on this campaign globally.
Question 60 of 65
60. Question
1 points
Which country has been elected as the member of the Commission on Status of Women (CSW), a body of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)?
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India has been elected as the member of the Commission on Status of Women (CSW), a body of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
India will be a member of the prestigious body for four years from 2021 to 2025.
India, Afghanistan and China had contested the elections to the Commission on Status of Women.
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India has been elected as the member of the Commission on Status of Women (CSW), a body of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
India will be a member of the prestigious body for four years from 2021 to 2025.
India, Afghanistan and China had contested the elections to the Commission on Status of Women.
Question 61 of 65
61. Question
1 points
Which state/UT government launched a state-wide campaign, ‘My Family, My Responsibility’, to tackle the coronavirus pandemic amid further relaxation of lockdown curbs?
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Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray launched a state-wide campaign, ‘My Family, My Responsibility’, to tackle the coronavirus pandemic amid further relaxation of lockdown curbs.
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Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray launched a state-wide campaign, ‘My Family, My Responsibility’, to tackle the coronavirus pandemic amid further relaxation of lockdown curbs.
Question 62 of 65
62. Question
1 points
Which of the following institute in collaboration with International Financial Services Centre Authority (IFSCA) is going to establish the International Bullion Exchange in India?
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International Financial Services Centre Authority (IFSCA) and India Gold Policy Centre (IGPC) – IIMA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the IFSCA, GIFT City Gandhinagar, Gujarat for providing consulting to facilitate the establishment of International Bullion Exchange in India.
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International Financial Services Centre Authority (IFSCA) and India Gold Policy Centre (IGPC) – IIMA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the IFSCA, GIFT City Gandhinagar, Gujarat for providing consulting to facilitate the establishment of International Bullion Exchange in India.
Question 63 of 65
63. Question
1 points
S&P Global Ratings slashed its growth forecast for India to how much per cent in the current fiscal in view of the Coronavirus pandemic?
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S&P Global Ratings slashed its growth forecast for India to (-) 9 per cent in the current fiscal, from (-) 5 per cent estimated earlier, saying that rising COVID-19 cases would keep private spending and investment lower for longer.
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S&P Global Ratings slashed its growth forecast for India to (-) 9 per cent in the current fiscal, from (-) 5 per cent estimated earlier, saying that rising COVID-19 cases would keep private spending and investment lower for longer.
Question 64 of 65
64. Question
1 points
Who has been elected as the new chairman of the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI)
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Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has elected Subhash Kamath as its new chairman of the board of governors.
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Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has elected Subhash Kamath as its new chairman of the board of governors.
Question 65 of 65
65. Question
1 points
Who has been appointed as the Executive Director at the World Bank by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet?
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The appointments committee of the cabinet has approved the appointment of Haryana IAS officer as executive director, World Bank headquarters, in Washington DC.
Khullar will represent a group of countries including India, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Sri Lanka as the World Bank executive director.
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The appointments committee of the cabinet has approved the appointment of Haryana IAS officer as executive director, World Bank headquarters, in Washington DC.
Khullar will represent a group of countries including India, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Sri Lanka as the World Bank executive director.