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Question 1 of 60
1. Question
1 points
Which state government launched “Paudhagiri” campaign aimed at increasing the green cover in the state?
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Explanation: Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar launched the “Paudhagiri” campaign, aimed at increasing the green cover in the state. Under this campaign, 22 lakh students from class 6 to 12 of all government and private schools in Haryana will plant a sapling each during three months of monsoon — July, August and September.
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Explanation: Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar launched the “Paudhagiri” campaign, aimed at increasing the green cover in the state. Under this campaign, 22 lakh students from class 6 to 12 of all government and private schools in Haryana will plant a sapling each during three months of monsoon — July, August and September.
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Explanation: Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar launched the “Paudhagiri” campaign, aimed at increasing the green cover in the state. Under this campaign, 22 lakh students from class 6 to 12 of all government and private schools in Haryana will plant a sapling each during three months of monsoon — July, August and September.
Question 2 of 60
2. Question
1 points
ISRO successfully conducted a ground test of its high thrust version of which engine that would improve the payload capability of the space agency’s launch vehicles?
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Explanation: ISRO successfully conducted a ground test of its high thrust version of the Vikas Engine that would improve the payload capability of the space agency’s launch vehicles.
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Explanation: ISRO successfully conducted a ground test of its high thrust version of the Vikas Engine that would improve the payload capability of the space agency’s launch vehicles.
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Explanation: ISRO successfully conducted a ground test of its high thrust version of the Vikas Engine that would improve the payload capability of the space agency’s launch vehicles.
Question 3 of 60
3. Question
1 points
Which country unveiled the 64-dish MeerKAT radio telescope which is the world’s largest telescope?
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Explanation: South Africa has unveiled the 64-dish MeerKAT radio telescope, slated to be the world’s largest and most powerful telescope on its completion in 2030. Built for $330 million, MeerKAT will be integrated into an array of 3,000 dishes spread in a square-kilometre area.
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Explanation: South Africa has unveiled the 64-dish MeerKAT radio telescope, slated to be the world’s largest and most powerful telescope on its completion in 2030. Built for $330 million, MeerKAT will be integrated into an array of 3,000 dishes spread in a square-kilometre area.
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Explanation: South Africa has unveiled the 64-dish MeerKAT radio telescope, slated to be the world’s largest and most powerful telescope on its completion in 2030. Built for $330 million, MeerKAT will be integrated into an array of 3,000 dishes spread in a square-kilometre area.
Question 4 of 60
4. Question
1 points
Militaries of India and Pakistan will be part of a mega anti-terror drill named “Peace Mission”in August 2018.It will be held in which country?
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Explanation: Militaries of India and Pakistan will be part of a mega anti-terror drill in Russia named “Peace Mission” in August 2018 which is being organised by the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
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Explanation: Militaries of India and Pakistan will be part of a mega anti-terror drill in Russia named “Peace Mission” in August 2018 which is being organised by the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
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Explanation: Militaries of India and Pakistan will be part of a mega anti-terror drill in Russia named “Peace Mission” in August 2018 which is being organised by the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
Question 5 of 60
5. Question
1 points
State Bank of India has joined hands with which organization to provide collateral-free credit through Joint Liability Groups inTelangana?
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Explanation: State Bank of India and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development have joined hands to provide collateral-free credit through Joint Liability Groups inTelangana
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Explanation: State Bank of India and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development have joined hands to provide collateral-free credit through Joint Liability Groups inTelangana
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Explanation: State Bank of India and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development have joined hands to provide collateral-free credit through Joint Liability Groups inTelangana
Question 6 of 60
6. Question
1 points
According to IMF, which country will remain fastest growing economy in 2019?
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Explanation: The International Monetary Fund said India remains a key driver of global growth. However, the d World Economic Outlook forecast cut India’s GDP outlook one-tenth for this year to 7.3 per cent and three-tenths for next year to 7.5 per cent.
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Explanation: The International Monetary Fund said India remains a key driver of global growth. However, the d World Economic Outlook forecast cut India’s GDP outlook one-tenth for this year to 7.3 per cent and three-tenths for next year to 7.5 per cent.
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Explanation: The International Monetary Fund said India remains a key driver of global growth. However, the d World Economic Outlook forecast cut India’s GDP outlook one-tenth for this year to 7.3 per cent and three-tenths for next year to 7.5 per cent.
Question 7 of 60
7. Question
1 points
According to Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), India will grow at how much percent in 2018?
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Explanation: According to Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), India’s economic growth is poised to rise to 7.4% in 2018 and 7.5% in 2019 as the economy has been able to navigate through growth obstacles due to demonetisation and impact of GST rollout.
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Explanation: According to Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), India’s economic growth is poised to rise to 7.4% in 2018 and 7.5% in 2019 as the economy has been able to navigate through growth obstacles due to demonetisation and impact of GST rollout.
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Explanation: According to Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), India’s economic growth is poised to rise to 7.4% in 2018 and 7.5% in 2019 as the economy has been able to navigate through growth obstacles due to demonetisation and impact of GST rollout.
Question 8 of 60
8. Question
1 points
Who was named India’s Chef de Mission at Asian Games 2018?
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Explanation: Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Saran Singh is set to be named the Chef de Mission of the Asian games bound Indian Contigent.
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Explanation: Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Saran Singh is set to be named the Chef de Mission of the Asian games bound Indian Contigent.
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Explanation: Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Saran Singh is set to be named the Chef de Mission of the Asian games bound Indian Contigent.
Question 9 of 60
9. Question
1 points
Who was appointed as interim coach of Indian women ‘s cricket team?
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Explanation: Former off-spinner Ramesh Powar has been appointed as the interim coach of the Indian women’s team until the BCCI finds a suitable replacement for Tushar Arothe.
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Explanation: Former off-spinner Ramesh Powar has been appointed as the interim coach of the Indian women’s team until the BCCI finds a suitable replacement for Tushar Arothe.
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Explanation: Former off-spinner Ramesh Powar has been appointed as the interim coach of the Indian women’s team until the BCCI finds a suitable replacement for Tushar Arothe.
Question 10 of 60
10. Question
1 points
Recently, MN Vyasa Rao passed away. He was a poet of which language?
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Explanation: Kannada poet and film song lyricist M.N. Vyasa Rao has passed away at the age of 73 years. Mr. Rao entered the Kannada film industry as a lyricist in 1975 in the hit film Shubhamangala, directed by Puttanna Kanagal.
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Explanation: Kannada poet and film song lyricist M.N. Vyasa Rao has passed away at the age of 73 years. Mr. Rao entered the Kannada film industry as a lyricist in 1975 in the hit film Shubhamangala, directed by Puttanna Kanagal.
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Explanation: Kannada poet and film song lyricist M.N. Vyasa Rao has passed away at the age of 73 years. Mr. Rao entered the Kannada film industry as a lyricist in 1975 in the hit film Shubhamangala, directed by Puttanna Kanagal.
Question 11 of 60
11. Question
1 points
India’s first National Skill Training Institute is to be opened in which state?
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Explanation: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan laid the foundation stone of India ‘s first National Skill Training Institute in Bhubaneshwar,Odisha.
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Explanation: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan laid the foundation stone of India ‘s first National Skill Training Institute in Bhubaneshwar,Odisha.
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Explanation: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan laid the foundation stone of India ‘s first National Skill Training Institute in Bhubaneshwar,Odisha.
Question 12 of 60
12. Question
1 points
According to UN bodies WHO and UNICEF, “BIMARU” Indian states have the highest numbers of partially immunized and non-immunized children. Which of the following states is not constituted in BIMARU?
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Explanation: The “BIMARU” Indian states-Bihar,MP,Rajasthan and UP– have the highest numbers of partially immunized and non-immunized children, according to UN bodies WHO and Unicef.
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Explanation: The “BIMARU” Indian states-Bihar,MP,Rajasthan and UP– have the highest numbers of partially immunized and non-immunized children, according to UN bodies WHO and Unicef.
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Explanation: The “BIMARU” Indian states-Bihar,MP,Rajasthan and UP– have the highest numbers of partially immunized and non-immunized children, according to UN bodies WHO and Unicef.
Question 13 of 60
13. Question
1 points
The government has decided to set up a committee to strengthen National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS). Who will be heading this committee?
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Explanation: The government has decided to set up a committee under the chairmanship of Mr Anil Swarup, former Secretary, School Education, with suitable representations from NCC, M/o Youth Affairs and Ministry of HRD to suggest measures to strengthen National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS).
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Explanation: The government has decided to set up a committee under the chairmanship of Mr Anil Swarup, former Secretary, School Education, with suitable representations from NCC, M/o Youth Affairs and Ministry of HRD to suggest measures to strengthen National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS).
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Explanation: The government has decided to set up a committee under the chairmanship of Mr Anil Swarup, former Secretary, School Education, with suitable representations from NCC, M/o Youth Affairs and Ministry of HRD to suggest measures to strengthen National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS).
Question 14 of 60
14. Question
1 points
UN has entered into an agreement with which company to monitor the impacts of human activity on global ecosystems by using sophisticated online tools?
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Explanation: The aim of the partnership is to develop a platform to enable governments, NGO’s and the public to track specific environment-related development targets with a user-friendly Google front-end, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) said.
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Explanation: The aim of the partnership is to develop a platform to enable governments, NGO’s and the public to track specific environment-related development targets with a user-friendly Google front-end, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) said.
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Explanation: The aim of the partnership is to develop a platform to enable governments, NGO’s and the public to track specific environment-related development targets with a user-friendly Google front-end, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) said.
Question 15 of 60
15. Question
1 points
Who won German Grand Prix 2018?
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Explanation: Honda’s Marc Marquez cruised to his ninth consecutive German GP victory to extend his MotoGP lead.
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Explanation: Honda’s Marc Marquez cruised to his ninth consecutive German GP victory to extend his MotoGP lead.
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Explanation: Honda’s Marc Marquez cruised to his ninth consecutive German GP victory to extend his MotoGP lead.
Question 16 of 60
16. Question
1 points
Who won Spanish Grand Prix 2018 held in Madrid?
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Explanation: Vinesh won the gold medal in the women’s freestyle 50kg category in dominating fashion which saw her give up only one point during her five bouts.
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Explanation: Vinesh won the gold medal in the women’s freestyle 50kg category in dominating fashion which saw her give up only one point during her five bouts.
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Explanation: Vinesh won the gold medal in the women’s freestyle 50kg category in dominating fashion which saw her give up only one point during her five bouts.
Question 17 of 60
17. Question
1 points
Recently Rita Bhaduri passed away. She belongs to which profession?
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Explanation: Veteran actress Rita Bhaduri has passed away at the age of 62. She was reportedly suffering from a serious kidney ailment.
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Explanation: Veteran actress Rita Bhaduri has passed away at the age of 62. She was reportedly suffering from a serious kidney ailment.
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Explanation: Veteran actress Rita Bhaduri has passed away at the age of 62. She was reportedly suffering from a serious kidney ailment.
Question 18 of 60
18. Question
1 points
Centre has formed a committee to tackle industrial pollution near Taj Mahal. Who is the head of this committee?
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Explanation: The government has formed a committee comprising officials of the environment ministry, experts from NEERI, IITs and various other forums to look into the issue of industrial pollution around the iconic Taj Mahal.
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Explanation: The government has formed a committee comprising officials of the environment ministry, experts from NEERI, IITs and various other forums to look into the issue of industrial pollution around the iconic Taj Mahal.
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Explanation: The government has formed a committee comprising officials of the environment ministry, experts from NEERI, IITs and various other forums to look into the issue of industrial pollution around the iconic Taj Mahal.
Question 19 of 60
19. Question
1 points
3rd BRICS Media Forum held in which city?
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Explanation: The 3rd BRICS Media Forum under the theme of “BRICS Media Cooperation-Fostering an inclusive ,just World Order” will be held on July 18-19 in Cape Town, South Africa.
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Explanation: The 3rd BRICS Media Forum under the theme of “BRICS Media Cooperation-Fostering an inclusive ,just World Order” will be held on July 18-19 in Cape Town, South Africa.
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Explanation: The 3rd BRICS Media Forum under the theme of “BRICS Media Cooperation-Fostering an inclusive ,just World Order” will be held on July 18-19 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Question 20 of 60
20. Question
1 points
In July 2018, finance Ministry approved how much amount in five Public Sector Banks to help them meet regulatory capital requirements?
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Explanation: Punjab National Bank will get the maximum amount at Rs 2,816 crore, followed by Corporation Bank, which will see infusion of about Rs 2,555 crore. The others are Indian Overseas Bank (Rs 2,157 crore), Andhra Bank (Rs 2,019 crore) and Allahabad Bank (Rs 1,790 crore).
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Explanation: Punjab National Bank will get the maximum amount at Rs 2,816 crore, followed by Corporation Bank, which will see infusion of about Rs 2,555 crore. The others are Indian Overseas Bank (Rs 2,157 crore), Andhra Bank (Rs 2,019 crore) and Allahabad Bank (Rs 1,790 crore).
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Explanation: Punjab National Bank will get the maximum amount at Rs 2,816 crore, followed by Corporation Bank, which will see infusion of about Rs 2,555 crore. The others are Indian Overseas Bank (Rs 2,157 crore), Andhra Bank (Rs 2,019 crore) and Allahabad Bank (Rs 1,790 crore).
Question 21 of 60
21. Question
1 points
Which company acquired POS platform Zopper Retail?
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Explanation: Flipkart’s digital payment subsidiary PhonePe has acquired Zopper Retail– a hyperlocal Point of Sale (POS) platform for small and medium businesses.
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Explanation: Flipkart’s digital payment subsidiary PhonePe has acquired Zopper Retail– a hyperlocal Point of Sale (POS) platform for small and medium businesses.
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Explanation: Flipkart’s digital payment subsidiary PhonePe has acquired Zopper Retail– a hyperlocal Point of Sale (POS) platform for small and medium businesses.
Question 22 of 60
22. Question
1 points
Who was appointed as the sports ambassador of Assam?
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Explanation: The announcement came after Hima Das recently became the first Indian woman to win gold at IAAF World U-20 Athletics Championships.
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Explanation: The announcement came after Hima Das recently became the first Indian woman to win gold at IAAF World U-20 Athletics Championships.
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Explanation: The announcement came after Hima Das recently became the first Indian woman to win gold at IAAF World U-20 Athletics Championships.
Question 23 of 60
23. Question
1 points
India ranked which position in the men’s hockey world rankings issued by the International Hockey Federation (FIH)?
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Explanation: India have jumped a rung to fifth position in the men’s hockey world rankings issued by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
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Explanation: India have jumped a rung to fifth position in the men’s hockey world rankings issued by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
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Explanation: India have jumped a rung to fifth position in the men’s hockey world rankings issued by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
Question 24 of 60
24. Question
1 points
Which actress became the face and voice of the Elephants Campaign by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)?
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Explanation: An international organisation, PETA, with the help of Richa, has sent a letter to the Odisha Chief Minister to seek its support for the campaign. Richa will take on the cause to not just get the government involved but also inform people about the accidents that are on the rise and how they can be curbed.
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Explanation: An international organisation, PETA, with the help of Richa, has sent a letter to the Odisha Chief Minister to seek its support for the campaign. Richa will take on the cause to not just get the government involved but also inform people about the accidents that are on the rise and how they can be curbed.
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Explanation: An international organisation, PETA, with the help of Richa, has sent a letter to the Odisha Chief Minister to seek its support for the campaign. Richa will take on the cause to not just get the government involved but also inform people about the accidents that are on the rise and how they can be curbed.
Question 25 of 60
25. Question
1 points
Cabinet approved Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Civil Aviation with which of the following organization?
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Explanation: The government aims for the BRICS nations to benefit from the establishment of an institutional framework to corporate in the field of civil aviation.
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Explanation: The government aims for the BRICS nations to benefit from the establishment of an institutional framework to corporate in the field of civil aviation.
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Explanation: The government aims for the BRICS nations to benefit from the establishment of an institutional framework to corporate in the field of civil aviation.
Question 26 of 60
26. Question
1 points
The government is planning to notify a new standard for automobile industry which involves spraying thousands of small dots laser etched with a vehicle identification number throughout the vehicle body. Name it?
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Explanation: In a move to put a check on vehicle thefts, the government will soon notify a new standard for automobile industry to use a technology which involves spraying thousands of small dots laser etched with a vehicle identification number throughout the vehicle body, including their engines. The technology named MicroDots makes it almost impossible to remove the dots and hence, the car’s identity can be established at any stage.
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Explanation: In a move to put a check on vehicle thefts, the government will soon notify a new standard for automobile industry to use a technology which involves spraying thousands of small dots laser etched with a vehicle identification number throughout the vehicle body, including their engines. The technology named MicroDots makes it almost impossible to remove the dots and hence, the car’s identity can be established at any stage.
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Explanation: In a move to put a check on vehicle thefts, the government will soon notify a new standard for automobile industry to use a technology which involves spraying thousands of small dots laser etched with a vehicle identification number throughout the vehicle body, including their engines. The technology named MicroDots makes it almost impossible to remove the dots and hence, the car’s identity can be established at any stage.
Question 27 of 60
27. Question
1 points
Elphinstone Road Station in Mumbai has been renamed as which station?
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Explanation: The station code for newly renamed Prabhadevi station will be PBHD.
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Explanation: The station code for newly renamed Prabhadevi station will be PBHD.
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Explanation: The station code for newly renamed Prabhadevi station will be PBHD.
Question 28 of 60
28. Question
1 points
Which state government launched online pension system “Aabhaar-Aapki seva ka”?
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Explanation: Through this app and the website, 80,000 pensioners of the state will now get all the information related to pension and payment online.
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Explanation: Through this app and the website, 80,000 pensioners of the state will now get all the information related to pension and payment online.
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Explanation: Through this app and the website, 80,000 pensioners of the state will now get all the information related to pension and payment online.
Question 29 of 60
29. Question
1 points
“Pitch Black” Warfare Exercise is to be held in which country in which Indian Air Force will participate for the very first time?
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Explanation: For the first time, the Indian Air Force will participate with fighter aircraft in Exercise Pitch Black 2018 (PB-18), which is scheduled from July 24, 2018 to August 18, 2018 in Australia.
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Explanation: For the first time, the Indian Air Force will participate with fighter aircraft in Exercise Pitch Black 2018 (PB-18), which is scheduled from July 24, 2018 to August 18, 2018 in Australia.
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Explanation: For the first time, the Indian Air Force will participate with fighter aircraft in Exercise Pitch Black 2018 (PB-18), which is scheduled from July 24, 2018 to August 18, 2018 in Australia.
Question 30 of 60
30. Question
1 points
What is the base color of the newly launched Rs.100 note by RBI?
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Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will soon issue Rs 100 denomination bank notes. According to the RBI, the new bank notes will be in the “Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series”.The new denomination has motif of “RANI KI VAV”– a stepwell located on the banks of Saraswati river in Gujarat’s Patan, on the reverse.
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Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will soon issue Rs 100 denomination bank notes. According to the RBI, the new bank notes will be in the “Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series”.The new denomination has motif of “RANI KI VAV”– a stepwell located on the banks of Saraswati river in Gujarat’s Patan, on the reverse.
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Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will soon issue Rs 100 denomination bank notes. According to the RBI, the new bank notes will be in the “Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series”.The new denomination has motif of “RANI KI VAV”– a stepwell located on the banks of Saraswati river in Gujarat’s Patan, on the reverse.
Question 31 of 60
31. Question
1 points
According to a report by Asian Development Bank (ADB), India’s economy will accelerate to how much percent in 2019?
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Explanation: According to a report by Asian Development Bank (ADB), India continues to be the fastest growing economy in Asia and is on track to meet current fiscal year’s projected growth of 7.3%.It further said, Indian economy’s growth will further accelerate to 7.6 percent in 2019, as measures taken to strengthen the banking system and tax reform boost investment.
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Explanation: According to a report by Asian Development Bank (ADB), India continues to be the fastest growing economy in Asia and is on track to meet current fiscal year’s projected growth of 7.3%.It further said, Indian economy’s growth will further accelerate to 7.6 percent in 2019, as measures taken to strengthen the banking system and tax reform boost investment.
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Explanation: According to a report by Asian Development Bank (ADB), India continues to be the fastest growing economy in Asia and is on track to meet current fiscal year’s projected growth of 7.3%.It further said, Indian economy’s growth will further accelerate to 7.6 percent in 2019, as measures taken to strengthen the banking system and tax reform boost investment.
Question 32 of 60
32. Question
1 points
According to industry body Ficci, India’s economic growth to be how much percent in current financial year?
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Explanation: According to industry body Ficci, despite short-term challenges India’s economic growth story remains intact and the country’s GDP is expected to grow around 7.5 percent in the current financial year.
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Explanation: According to industry body Ficci, despite short-term challenges India’s economic growth story remains intact and the country’s GDP is expected to grow around 7.5 percent in the current financial year.
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Explanation: According to industry body Ficci, despite short-term challenges India’s economic growth story remains intact and the country’s GDP is expected to grow around 7.5 percent in the current financial year.
Question 33 of 60
33. Question
1 points
Recently Rajmata Satvashilla Devi passed away. She belongs to which profession?
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Explanation: Noted activist from Konkan region in Maharashtra, Rajmata Satvashila Devi Bhosle of Sawantwadi Sansthan has passed away due to prolonged illness. She was 83.
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Explanation: Noted activist from Konkan region in Maharashtra, Rajmata Satvashila Devi Bhosle of Sawantwadi Sansthan has passed away due to prolonged illness. She was 83.
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Explanation: Noted activist from Konkan region in Maharashtra, Rajmata Satvashila Devi Bhosle of Sawantwadi Sansthan has passed away due to prolonged illness. She was 83.
Question 34 of 60
34. Question
1 points
Which state government launched “e-Pragati” portal?
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Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched e-Pragati portal,a digital platform for governance in the state, would help to connect all the state government departments and act as a stand-alone to resolve the issues.
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Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched e-Pragati portal,a digital platform for governance in the state, would help to connect all the state government departments and act as a stand-alone to resolve the issues.
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Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched e-Pragati portal,a digital platform for governance in the state, would help to connect all the state government departments and act as a stand-alone to resolve the issues.
Question 35 of 60
35. Question
1 points
Which state CM inaugurated “Kharchi Puja”, being annual festival of the state?
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Explanation: Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar inaugurated the seven day long “Kharchi Puja” at Puran Habeli, seven km from the state capital. The annual festival is meant to cleanse the sins of mortal souls. Originally a Hindu tribals’ festivity, it is now observed by all communities and religion.
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Explanation: Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar inaugurated the seven day long “Kharchi Puja” at Puran Habeli, seven km from the state capital. The annual festival is meant to cleanse the sins of mortal souls. Originally a Hindu tribals’ festivity, it is now observed by all communities and religion.
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Explanation: Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar inaugurated the seven day long “Kharchi Puja” at Puran Habeli, seven km from the state capital. The annual festival is meant to cleanse the sins of mortal souls. Originally a Hindu tribals’ festivity, it is now observed by all communities and religion.
Question 36 of 60
36. Question
1 points
Which country became the 68th member of International Solar Alliance(ISA)?
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Explanation: Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and then French President Francois Hollande at the Paris climate summit in 2015, the ISA was conceived as a coalition of solar resource-rich countries to address their special energy needs and provide a platform to collaborate on dealing with the identified gaps through a common, agreed approach.
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Explanation: Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and then French President Francois Hollande at the Paris climate summit in 2015, the ISA was conceived as a coalition of solar resource-rich countries to address their special energy needs and provide a platform to collaborate on dealing with the identified gaps through a common, agreed approach.
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Explanation: Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and then French President Francois Hollande at the Paris climate summit in 2015, the ISA was conceived as a coalition of solar resource-rich countries to address their special energy needs and provide a platform to collaborate on dealing with the identified gaps through a common, agreed approach.
Question 37 of 60
37. Question
1 points
Poet Gopal Das Neeraj passed away. He was poet of which language?
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Explanation: Born in Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh on 4th January 1925, Neeraj also created name for his lyrics for films like Prem Pujari, Tere Mere Sapne, Chanda Aur Bijli and Sharmili.
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Explanation: Born in Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh on 4th January 1925, Neeraj also created name for his lyrics for films like Prem Pujari, Tere Mere Sapne, Chanda Aur Bijli and Sharmili.
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Explanation: Born in Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh on 4th January 1925, Neeraj also created name for his lyrics for films like Prem Pujari, Tere Mere Sapne, Chanda Aur Bijli and Sharmili.
Question 38 of 60
38. Question
1 points
Who became the youngest Indian golfer to make the cut in any Major after capping a wonderful back nine to achieve the feat at the 147th Open Championships at Carnoustie, Scotland?
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Explanation: Shubhankar Sharma became the youngest Indian golfer to make the cut in any Major after he capped a wonderful back nine to achieve the feat at the 147th Open Championships at Carnoustie, Scotland.
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Explanation: Shubhankar Sharma became the youngest Indian golfer to make the cut in any Major after he capped a wonderful back nine to achieve the feat at the 147th Open Championships at Carnoustie, Scotland.
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Explanation: Shubhankar Sharma became the youngest Indian golfer to make the cut in any Major after he capped a wonderful back nine to achieve the feat at the 147th Open Championships at Carnoustie, Scotland.
Question 39 of 60
39. Question
1 points
Who will launch a satellite named “Athena” in 2019 that will provide broadband internet connections to rural and underserved areas?
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Explanation: Facebook has confirmed it is working on a new satellite project named Athena , that will provide broadband internet connections to rural and underserved areas. The company aims to launch satellite in early 2019.
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Explanation: Facebook has confirmed it is working on a new satellite project named Athena , that will provide broadband internet connections to rural and underserved areas. The company aims to launch satellite in early 2019.
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Explanation: Facebook has confirmed it is working on a new satellite project named Athena , that will provide broadband internet connections to rural and underserved areas. The company aims to launch satellite in early 2019.
Question 40 of 60
40. Question
1 points
NABARD has launched a centre for accelerating concerted action on climate change in which city?
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Explanation: NABARD has launched a centre for accelerating concerted action on climate change by various stakeholders including government, private and financial sectors.
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Explanation: NABARD has launched a centre for accelerating concerted action on climate change by various stakeholders including government, private and financial sectors.
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Explanation: NABARD has launched a centre for accelerating concerted action on climate change by various stakeholders including government, private and financial sectors.
Question 41 of 60
41. Question
1 points
Minister for Science and Technology Harsh Vardhan has unveiled the first of a kind air quality and weather forecast system “SAFAR”in which city?
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Explanation: The giant true colour LED display will give real-time air quality index on 24×7 basis with colour coding along with 72-hour advance forecast.
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Explanation: The giant true colour LED display will give real-time air quality index on 24×7 basis with colour coding along with 72-hour advance forecast.
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Explanation: The giant true colour LED display will give real-time air quality index on 24×7 basis with colour coding along with 72-hour advance forecast.
Question 42 of 60
42. Question
1 points
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated ambulance service in which country in July 2018?
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Explanation: Apart from providing ambulances, the grant also covers the training of manpower in India and meeting operational costs for one year.
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Explanation: Apart from providing ambulances, the grant also covers the training of manpower in India and meeting operational costs for one year.
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Explanation: Apart from providing ambulances, the grant also covers the training of manpower in India and meeting operational costs for one year.
Question 43 of 60
43. Question
1 points
International Festival “Mizo Hnahthlak “ was held in which city?
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Explanation: In yet another celebration to revive unity and brotherhood- socially and culturally- the first international festival of Mizoram-Mizo Hnahthlak International Festival– was organised in Aizawl, which brought the Mizo ethnic community from across borders. Mizoram celebrated the first international cultural festival of the Mizo ethnic group with pomp and gaiety.
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Explanation: In yet another celebration to revive unity and brotherhood- socially and culturally- the first international festival of Mizoram-Mizo Hnahthlak International Festival– was organised in Aizawl, which brought the Mizo ethnic community from across borders. Mizoram celebrated the first international cultural festival of the Mizo ethnic group with pomp and gaiety.
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Explanation: In yet another celebration to revive unity and brotherhood- socially and culturally- the first international festival of Mizoram-Mizo Hnahthlak International Festival– was organised in Aizawl, which brought the Mizo ethnic community from across borders. Mizoram celebrated the first international cultural festival of the Mizo ethnic group with pomp and gaiety.
Question 44 of 60
44. Question
1 points
According to Public Affairs Index 2018 released by the think tank Public Affairs Centre (PAC), which state stands as the best governed state in the country?
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Explanation: Kerala stands as the best governed state in the country and Karnataka is in the fourth position, said the Public Affairs Index 2018 released by the think tank Public Affairs Centre (PAC).
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Explanation: Kerala stands as the best governed state in the country and Karnataka is in the fourth position, said the Public Affairs Index 2018 released by the think tank Public Affairs Centre (PAC).
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Explanation: Kerala stands as the best governed state in the country and Karnataka is in the fourth position, said the Public Affairs Index 2018 released by the think tank Public Affairs Centre (PAC).
Question 45 of 60
45. Question
1 points
Who won the Asia Junior Championship in Jakarta, Indonesia?
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Explanation: Indian badminton player Lakshaya Sen bagged the gold medal after defeating Indonesia’s top-seeded Kunlavut Vitidsaran in the final match of the Badminton Asia Junior Championship in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Explanation: Indian badminton player Lakshaya Sen bagged the gold medal after defeating Indonesia’s top-seeded Kunlavut Vitidsaran in the final match of the Badminton Asia Junior Championship in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Explanation: Indian badminton player Lakshaya Sen bagged the gold medal after defeating Indonesia’s top-seeded Kunlavut Vitidsaran in the final match of the Badminton Asia Junior Championship in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Question 46 of 60
46. Question
1 points
Who broke his own 400m national record at the Cena Noveho Mesta nad Metuji event in Prague, Czech Republic?
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Explanation: Indian sprinter Muhammad Anas broke his own 400m national record at the Cena Noveho Mesta nad Metuji event in Prague, Czech Republic.
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Explanation: Indian sprinter Muhammad Anas broke his own 400m national record at the Cena Noveho Mesta nad Metuji event in Prague, Czech Republic.
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Explanation: Indian sprinter Muhammad Anas broke his own 400m national record at the Cena Noveho Mesta nad Metuji event in Prague, Czech Republic.
Question 47 of 60
47. Question
1 points
Who became the first Indian woman to win gold in the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) World U-20 Athletic Championships?
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Explanation: Sprinter Hima Das , from Assam, scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman to win gold in the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) World U-20 Athletic Championships.
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Explanation: Sprinter Hima Das , from Assam, scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman to win gold in the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) World U-20 Athletic Championships.
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Explanation: Sprinter Hima Das , from Assam, scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman to win gold in the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) World U-20 Athletic Championships.
Question 48 of 60
48. Question
1 points
The Tokyo 2020 Committee announced its Olympic mascot in a event recently. Name it?
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Explanation: The Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee officially presented its Olympic mascots Miraitowa and Someity at a massive event.
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Explanation: The Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee officially presented its Olympic mascots Miraitowa and Someity at a massive event.
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Explanation: The Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee officially presented its Olympic mascots Miraitowa and Someity at a massive event.
Question 49 of 60
49. Question
1 points
Recently, Jonathan Gold passed away. He won Pulitzer Prize in which area?
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Explanation: Pulitzer Prize-Winning food critic, Jonathan Gold, has passed away at the age of 57. In 2007, he became the first food critic to win the Pulitzer Prize for Criticism.
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Explanation: Pulitzer Prize-Winning food critic, Jonathan Gold, has passed away at the age of 57. In 2007, he became the first food critic to win the Pulitzer Prize for Criticism.
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Explanation: Pulitzer Prize-Winning food critic, Jonathan Gold, has passed away at the age of 57. In 2007, he became the first food critic to win the Pulitzer Prize for Criticism.
Question 50 of 60
50. Question
1 points
Who won the German Grand Prix 2018?
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Explanation: Four-time world champion Lewis Hamilton won the German GP 2018 despite starting from the 14th position on the grid. Hamilton’s championship rival Sebastian Vettel crashed while leading the race with 15 laps to go.
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Explanation: Four-time world champion Lewis Hamilton won the German GP 2018 despite starting from the 14th position on the grid. Hamilton’s championship rival Sebastian Vettel crashed while leading the race with 15 laps to go.
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Explanation: Four-time world champion Lewis Hamilton won the German GP 2018 despite starting from the 14th position on the grid. Hamilton’s championship rival Sebastian Vettel crashed while leading the race with 15 laps to go.
Question 51 of 60
51. Question
1 points
Who have won the men’s doubles title at Lagos International Badminton held in Abuja, Nigeria?
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Explanation: The senior national badminton champions Mannu Attri and Sumeeth Reddy have won the men’s doubles title at Lagos International Badminton held in Abuja, Nigeria.
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Explanation: The senior national badminton champions Mannu Attri and Sumeeth Reddy have won the men’s doubles title at Lagos International Badminton held in Abuja, Nigeria.
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Explanation: The senior national badminton champions Mannu Attri and Sumeeth Reddy have won the men’s doubles title at Lagos International Badminton held in Abuja, Nigeria.
Question 52 of 60
52. Question
1 points
The environment ministry has decided to re-introduce which scheme for awarding Indian authors for their original work in Hindi on subjects related to environment including pollution and climate change?
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Explanation: The environment ministry has decided to re-introduce a scheme for awarding Indian authors for their original work in Hindi on subjects related to environment including pollution and climate change.
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Explanation: The environment ministry has decided to re-introduce a scheme for awarding Indian authors for their original work in Hindi on subjects related to environment including pollution and climate change.
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Explanation: The environment ministry has decided to re-introduce a scheme for awarding Indian authors for their original work in Hindi on subjects related to environment including pollution and climate change.
Question 53 of 60
53. Question
1 points
Government has set up a committee to formulate steps to check mob lynchings in the country. Who will head this committee?
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Explanation: The Centre has set up a high-level committee headed by Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba to formulate steps to check mob lynchings and directed it to submit the recommendations within four weeks.
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Explanation: The Centre has set up a high-level committee headed by Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba to formulate steps to check mob lynchings and directed it to submit the recommendations within four weeks.
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Explanation: The Centre has set up a high-level committee headed by Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba to formulate steps to check mob lynchings and directed it to submit the recommendations within four weeks.
Question 54 of 60
54. Question
1 points
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik set up a committee for development of Odia film industry. Who will head this committee?
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Explanation: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik set up a ministerial committee for the development of Odia film industry. The panel,headed by Finance Minister Sashi Bhusan Behera, would submit a report to the state government in one month regarding steps to be taken for development of Odia cine industry.
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Explanation: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik set up a ministerial committee for the development of Odia film industry. The panel,headed by Finance Minister Sashi Bhusan Behera, would submit a report to the state government in one month regarding steps to be taken for development of Odia cine industry.
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Explanation: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik set up a ministerial committee for the development of Odia film industry. The panel,headed by Finance Minister Sashi Bhusan Behera, would submit a report to the state government in one month regarding steps to be taken for development of Odia cine industry.
Question 55 of 60
55. Question
1 points
India will setup 6 Border Haat with which country by March 2019?
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Explanation: The India-Bangladesh Joint Committee on ‘Border Haat’ would finalise the places and related issues for six more such haats by March next year.
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Explanation: The India-Bangladesh Joint Committee on ‘Border Haat’ would finalise the places and related issues for six more such haats by March next year.
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Explanation: The India-Bangladesh Joint Committee on ‘Border Haat’ would finalise the places and related issues for six more such haats by March next year.
Question 56 of 60
56. Question
1 points
According to the results of a global survey by human rights group Walk Free Foundation (WFF), who topped the list of the Global Slavery index?
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Explanation: According to the results of a global survey by human rights group Walk Free Foundation (WFF), India is home to 8 million slaves among its whopping population of 1.3 billion.
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Explanation: According to the results of a global survey by human rights group Walk Free Foundation (WFF), India is home to 8 million slaves among its whopping population of 1.3 billion.
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Explanation: According to the results of a global survey by human rights group Walk Free Foundation (WFF), India is home to 8 million slaves among its whopping population of 1.3 billion.
Question 57 of 60
57. Question
1 points
Which bank has set up a “war room lawyer team” for bad loans recovery?
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Explanation: Bank of Baroda has set up a dedicated team of lawyers to speed up recovery of bad loans that get embroiled in litigation.
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Explanation: Bank of Baroda has set up a dedicated team of lawyers to speed up recovery of bad loans that get embroiled in litigation.
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Explanation: Bank of Baroda has set up a dedicated team of lawyers to speed up recovery of bad loans that get embroiled in litigation.
Question 58 of 60
58. Question
1 points
Who was declared as the men’s AIFF (All India Football Federation) Player of the year?
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Explanation: The All India Football Federation (AIFF), the governing body of football in India named India and Bengaluru FC Captain Sunil Chhetri as the AIFF Player of the year in the Federation’s Executive Committee Meeting in Mumbai. The meeting was chaired by AIFF President Praful Patel.
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Explanation: The All India Football Federation (AIFF), the governing body of football in India named India and Bengaluru FC Captain Sunil Chhetri as the AIFF Player of the year in the Federation’s Executive Committee Meeting in Mumbai. The meeting was chaired by AIFF President Praful Patel.
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Explanation: The All India Football Federation (AIFF), the governing body of football in India named India and Bengaluru FC Captain Sunil Chhetri as the AIFF Player of the year in the Federation’s Executive Committee Meeting in Mumbai. The meeting was chaired by AIFF President Praful Patel.
Question 59 of 60
59. Question
1 points
Which badminton player bagged gold at the recently-concluded Asian Junior Championship?
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Explanation: Badminton Association of India has decided to honour Lakshya Sen who bagged gold at the recently-concluded Asian Junior Championship.
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Explanation: Badminton Association of India has decided to honour Lakshya Sen who bagged gold at the recently-concluded Asian Junior Championship.
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Explanation: Badminton Association of India has decided to honour Lakshya Sen who bagged gold at the recently-concluded Asian Junior Championship.
Question 60 of 60
60. Question
1 points
National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has entered into strategic partnership with which platform to train youth and entrepreneurs in the country on digital skills?
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Explanation: Facebook and the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) have entered into strategic partnership to train youth and entrepreneurs in the country on digital skills.
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Explanation: Facebook and the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) have entered into strategic partnership to train youth and entrepreneurs in the country on digital skills.
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Explanation: Facebook and the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) have entered into strategic partnership to train youth and entrepreneurs in the country on digital skills.