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Question 1 of 60
1. Question
1 points
According to the official government data, the GDP growth of India in the third quarter of 2017-18 stood at ______ percent
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Explanation: According to an official data, India’s GDP for the third quarter of 2017-18 grew at 7.2 per cent. The GDP growth during the second quarter of the fiscal was at 6.5 per cent. With this India has replaced China as world’s fastest growing economy, which grew 6.8 percent in October-December 2017.
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Explanation: According to an official data, India’s GDP for the third quarter of 2017-18 grew at 7.2 per cent. The GDP growth during the second quarter of the fiscal was at 6.5 per cent. With this India has replaced China as world’s fastest growing economy, which grew 6.8 percent in October-December 2017.
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Explanation: According to an official data, India’s GDP for the third quarter of 2017-18 grew at 7.2 per cent. The GDP growth during the second quarter of the fiscal was at 6.5 per cent. With this India has replaced China as world’s fastest growing economy, which grew 6.8 percent in October-December 2017.
Question 2 of 60
2. Question
1 points
Recently, a pair of futuristic superheroes were launched as the mascot for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The event will take place in which city?
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Explanation: A pair of futuristic superheroes triumphed in the race to become mascots for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. It is the first time in Olympic history that pupils have the final say in selecting the mascot. The names of the mascots are yet to be decided.
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Explanation: A pair of futuristic superheroes triumphed in the race to become mascots for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. It is the first time in Olympic history that pupils have the final say in selecting the mascot. The names of the mascots are yet to be decided.
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Explanation: A pair of futuristic superheroes triumphed in the race to become mascots for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. It is the first time in Olympic history that pupils have the final say in selecting the mascot. The names of the mascots are yet to be decided.
Question 3 of 60
3. Question
1 points
Which state government has launched a mobile App named T App Folio to offer single point of access for all government services to the citizens?
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Explanation: The Telangana government launched an m-Governance mobile application called ‘T App Folio’ to help citizens with one point access to government services like MeeSeva services, RTA services, fee payments and bill payment services etc.
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Explanation: The Telangana government launched an m-Governance mobile application called ‘T App Folio’ to help citizens with one point access to government services like MeeSeva services, RTA services, fee payments and bill payment services etc.
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Explanation: The Telangana government launched an m-Governance mobile application called ‘T App Folio’ to help citizens with one point access to government services like MeeSeva services, RTA services, fee payments and bill payment services etc.
Question 4 of 60
4. Question
1 points
The Cabinet has approved continuation of Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) beyond 12th Plan for three years from 2017-18 to 2019-20. How much amount has been proposed for the program?
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Explanation: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by the PM Narendra Modi approved the continuation of Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) beyond 12th Plan for three years from 2017-18 to 2019-20. The program outlay is proposed at Rs.5,500 crore.
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Explanation: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by the PM Narendra Modi approved the continuation of Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) beyond 12th Plan for three years from 2017-18 to 2019-20. The program outlay is proposed at Rs.5,500 crore.
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Explanation: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by the PM Narendra Modi approved the continuation of Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) beyond 12th Plan for three years from 2017-18 to 2019-20. The program outlay is proposed at Rs.5,500 crore.
Question 5 of 60
5. Question
1 points
The 27th Technological Conference of Indian Jute Industries’ Research Association (IJIRA) on Shaping the Future of Jute was held in which city?
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Explanation: Union Textile Minister Smriti Irani attended the 27th Technological Conference of Indian Jute Industries’ Research Association (IJIRA) on Shaping the Future of Jute in Kolkata, West Bengal.
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Explanation: Union Textile Minister Smriti Irani attended the 27th Technological Conference of Indian Jute Industries’ Research Association (IJIRA) on Shaping the Future of Jute in Kolkata, West Bengal.
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Explanation: Union Textile Minister Smriti Irani attended the 27th Technological Conference of Indian Jute Industries’ Research Association (IJIRA) on Shaping the Future of Jute in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Question 6 of 60
6. Question
1 points
Who among the following has been appointed as the new secretary of Higher Education?
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Explanation: Senior IAS officers R Subrahmanyam and Anil Gopishankar Mukim have been appointed as secretaries of Higher Education, and Mines Department respectively, as part of a major bureaucratic reshuffle.
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Explanation: Senior IAS officers R Subrahmanyam and Anil Gopishankar Mukim have been appointed as secretaries of Higher Education, and Mines Department respectively, as part of a major bureaucratic reshuffle.
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Explanation: Senior IAS officers R Subrahmanyam and Anil Gopishankar Mukim have been appointed as secretaries of Higher Education, and Mines Department respectively, as part of a major bureaucratic reshuffle.
Question 7 of 60
7. Question
1 points
Which among the following countries has inked a trilateral agreement with India and Bangladesh for the construction of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant in Bangladesh?
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Explanation: Russia, India and Bangladesh signed a trilateral agreement to cooperate in the construction of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant in Bangladesh, work on which started late last year.
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Explanation: Russia, India and Bangladesh signed a trilateral agreement to cooperate in the construction of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant in Bangladesh, work on which started late last year.
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Explanation: Russia, India and Bangladesh signed a trilateral agreement to cooperate in the construction of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant in Bangladesh, work on which started late last year.
Question 8 of 60
8. Question
1 points
Arabinda Muduli passed away recently. He was a renowned Bhajan singer of which language?
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Explanation: Noted Odia Bhajan singer Arabinda Muduli has passed away following a cardiac arrest. He was 56. A musician, singer and lyricist, Muduli enthralled the audience with devotional songs and had won the hearts of millions of people in Odisha and elsewhere.
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Explanation: Noted Odia Bhajan singer Arabinda Muduli has passed away following a cardiac arrest. He was 56. A musician, singer and lyricist, Muduli enthralled the audience with devotional songs and had won the hearts of millions of people in Odisha and elsewhere.
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Explanation: Noted Odia Bhajan singer Arabinda Muduli has passed away following a cardiac arrest. He was 56. A musician, singer and lyricist, Muduli enthralled the audience with devotional songs and had won the hearts of millions of people in Odisha and elsewhere.
Question 9 of 60
9. Question
1 points
The state government of Maharashtra has collaborated with which of the following for promoting Marathi language?
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Explanation: The Maharashtra government has tied up with Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia, to propagate the Marathi language and increase its usage online.
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Explanation: The Maharashtra government has tied up with Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia, to propagate the Marathi language and increase its usage online.
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Explanation: The Maharashtra government has tied up with Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia, to propagate the Marathi language and increase its usage online.
Question 10 of 60
10. Question
1 points
Which among the given bank has signed an agreement with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for financial support to MSMEs in North Eastern India?
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Explanation: Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has signed an agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for financing a project on ‘Capacity Building of MSMEs in North East India for Export Competitiveness’.
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Explanation: Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has signed an agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for financing a project on ‘Capacity Building of MSMEs in North East India for Export Competitiveness’.
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Explanation: Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has signed an agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for financing a project on ‘Capacity Building of MSMEs in North East India for Export Competitiveness’.
Question 11 of 60
11. Question
1 points
The Cabinet has approved setting up of the NFRA as an independent regulator for the auditing profession. What is the full form of NFRA?
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Explanation: Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA). NFRA will act as an independent regulator for the auditing profession which was one of the key changes brought in by the Companies Act 2013.
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Explanation: Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA). NFRA will act as an independent regulator for the auditing profession which was one of the key changes brought in by the Companies Act 2013.
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Explanation: Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA). NFRA will act as an independent regulator for the auditing profession which was one of the key changes brought in by the Companies Act 2013.
Question 12 of 60
12. Question
1 points
Which state has launched a 24 X 7 toll free helpline number to provide guidance and information related to education to the students?
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Explanation: Tamil Nadu Government has set up a 24-hour helpline which is for the first time in the country that would provide information on education and offer guidance to students. Chief Minister K Palaniswami formally launched the toll free number 14417 through the 24-hour Education Guidance Centre set up at the Secretariat that would offer information relating to school education and offer guidance to students.
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Explanation: Tamil Nadu Government has set up a 24-hour helpline which is for the first time in the country that would provide information on education and offer guidance to students. Chief Minister K Palaniswami formally launched the toll free number 14417 through the 24-hour Education Guidance Centre set up at the Secretariat that would offer information relating to school education and offer guidance to students.
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Explanation: Tamil Nadu Government has set up a 24-hour helpline which is for the first time in the country that would provide information on education and offer guidance to students. Chief Minister K Palaniswami formally launched the toll free number 14417 through the 24-hour Education Guidance Centre set up at the Secretariat that would offer information relating to school education and offer guidance to students.
Question 13 of 60
13. Question
1 points
Which country has topped the Hurun’s Global Rich List 2018?
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Explanation: With 31 new Indians on the list, India comes third after China and USA on Hurun’s Global Rich List 2018. The Hurun Rich List 2018 ranked 2,694 billionaires from 68 countries and 2,157 companies.
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Explanation: With 31 new Indians on the list, India comes third after China and USA on Hurun’s Global Rich List 2018. The Hurun Rich List 2018 ranked 2,694 billionaires from 68 countries and 2,157 companies.
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Explanation: With 31 new Indians on the list, India comes third after China and USA on Hurun’s Global Rich List 2018. The Hurun Rich List 2018 ranked 2,694 billionaires from 68 countries and 2,157 companies.
Question 14 of 60
14. Question
1 points
Which among the following ministries has launched a competition for design of a logo and tagline for the Ayushman Bharat programme?
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Explanation: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched a competition for design of a logo and tagline for the Ayushman Bharat programme, announced in the 2018-19 Budget this year. The main aim of the competition is to generate awareness among the population about these health sector initiatives and engage them towards ownership in shaping a healthy India.
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Explanation: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched a competition for design of a logo and tagline for the Ayushman Bharat programme, announced in the 2018-19 Budget this year. The main aim of the competition is to generate awareness among the population about these health sector initiatives and engage them towards ownership in shaping a healthy India.
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Explanation: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched a competition for design of a logo and tagline for the Ayushman Bharat programme, announced in the 2018-19 Budget this year. The main aim of the competition is to generate awareness among the population about these health sector initiatives and engage them towards ownership in shaping a healthy India.
Question 15 of 60
15. Question
1 points
The first phase of the world’s largest 2000 MW solar park named Shakti Sthala has been inaugurated in which state recently?
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Explanation: The Karnataka government inaugurated the first phase of a 2,000 megawatts (MW) solar park in the drought-prone Pavagada region of Tumkur district, about 180km from Bengaluru. The first phase of the Rs 16,500 crore park called “Shakti Sthala” will generate 600MW, while the balance 1,400MW is expected to be commissioned by the end of this year.
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Explanation: The Karnataka government inaugurated the first phase of a 2,000 megawatts (MW) solar park in the drought-prone Pavagada region of Tumkur district, about 180km from Bengaluru. The first phase of the Rs 16,500 crore park called “Shakti Sthala” will generate 600MW, while the balance 1,400MW is expected to be commissioned by the end of this year.
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Explanation: The Karnataka government inaugurated the first phase of a 2,000 megawatts (MW) solar park in the drought-prone Pavagada region of Tumkur district, about 180km from Bengaluru. The first phase of the Rs 16,500 crore park called “Shakti Sthala” will generate 600MW, while the balance 1,400MW is expected to be commissioned by the end of this year.
Question 16 of 60
16. Question
1 points
What is the rank of India in the Hurun Global Rich List 2018?
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Explanation: With 31 new Indians on the list, India comes third after China and USA on Hurun’s Global Rich List 2018. The Hurun Rich List 2018 ranked 2,694 billionaires from 68 countries and 2,157 companies. The report mentioned that the most number of billionaires – 19 – in India were produced by the pharmaceuticals sector, followed by automobiles with 14 and consumer products with 11.
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Explanation: With 31 new Indians on the list, India comes third after China and USA on Hurun’s Global Rich List 2018. The Hurun Rich List 2018 ranked 2,694 billionaires from 68 countries and 2,157 companies. The report mentioned that the most number of billionaires – 19 – in India were produced by the pharmaceuticals sector, followed by automobiles with 14 and consumer products with 11.
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Explanation: With 31 new Indians on the list, India comes third after China and USA on Hurun’s Global Rich List 2018. The Hurun Rich List 2018 ranked 2,694 billionaires from 68 countries and 2,157 companies. The report mentioned that the most number of billionaires – 19 – in India were produced by the pharmaceuticals sector, followed by automobiles with 14 and consumer products with 11.
Question 17 of 60
17. Question
1 points
Who among the following has been conferred with the lifetime achievement award at the United Kingdom’s annual Political and Public Life Awards?
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Explanation: Actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award for his contribution to the fields of arts and politics at a ceremony in the UK’s Parliament complex.
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Explanation: Actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award for his contribution to the fields of arts and politics at a ceremony in the UK’s Parliament complex.
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Explanation: Actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award for his contribution to the fields of arts and politics at a ceremony in the UK’s Parliament complex.
Question 18 of 60
18. Question
1 points
Which country has won the inaugural IBSF Snooker Team World Cup?
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Explanation: India defeated Pakistan in the inaugural IBSF Snooker Team World Cup in Doha. The Indian combine of Pankaj Advani and Manan Chandra came back from 0-2 down in the best-of-five final to clinch it with a margin of 3-2. The Indian team was awarded $15,000 (nearly ₹10 lakh) for winning the tournament.
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Explanation: India defeated Pakistan in the inaugural IBSF Snooker Team World Cup in Doha. The Indian combine of Pankaj Advani and Manan Chandra came back from 0-2 down in the best-of-five final to clinch it with a margin of 3-2. The Indian team was awarded $15,000 (nearly ₹10 lakh) for winning the tournament.
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Explanation: India defeated Pakistan in the inaugural IBSF Snooker Team World Cup in Doha. The Indian combine of Pankaj Advani and Manan Chandra came back from 0-2 down in the best-of-five final to clinch it with a margin of 3-2. The Indian team was awarded $15,000 (nearly ₹10 lakh) for winning the tournament.
Question 19 of 60
19. Question
1 points
Veteran politician Khagendra Jamataia passed away recently. He served as the minister of which state?
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Explanation: Khagendra Jamataia, Tripura Fisheries and Cooperation minister and a CPM contestant in the recent state assembly poll has passed away.
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Explanation: Khagendra Jamataia, Tripura Fisheries and Cooperation minister and a CPM contestant in the recent state assembly poll has passed away.
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Explanation: Khagendra Jamataia, Tripura Fisheries and Cooperation minister and a CPM contestant in the recent state assembly poll has passed away.
Question 20 of 60
20. Question
1 points
Name the first Indian female wrestler to win gold medal at the Asian Wrestling Championships recently?
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Explanation: Navjot Kaur produced a dominating performance in the final of the women’s 65 kg freestyle category to clinch the gold medal in what was a day to remember for Indian wrestling at the Asian Wrestling Championships in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
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Explanation: Navjot Kaur produced a dominating performance in the final of the women’s 65 kg freestyle category to clinch the gold medal in what was a day to remember for Indian wrestling at the Asian Wrestling Championships in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
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Explanation: Navjot Kaur produced a dominating performance in the final of the women’s 65 kg freestyle category to clinch the gold medal in what was a day to remember for Indian wrestling at the Asian Wrestling Championships in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Question 21 of 60
21. Question
1 points
What was the theme of the 2018 World Wild Life Day?
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Explanation: On 20 December 2013, at its 68th session, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) decided to proclaim 3 March, the day of the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), as World Wildlife Day, which was proposed by Thailand, to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild fauna and flora. The World Wild Life Day 2018 theme is “Big cats – predators under threat”.
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Explanation: On 20 December 2013, at its 68th session, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) decided to proclaim 3 March, the day of the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), as World Wildlife Day, which was proposed by Thailand, to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild fauna and flora. The World Wild Life Day 2018 theme is “Big cats – predators under threat”.
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Explanation: On 20 December 2013, at its 68th session, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) decided to proclaim 3 March, the day of the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), as World Wildlife Day, which was proposed by Thailand, to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild fauna and flora. The World Wild Life Day 2018 theme is “Big cats – predators under threat”.
Question 22 of 60
22. Question
1 points
Ama Gaon, Ama Vikas programme on Panchayatiraj has been launched by which state?
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Explanation: The Odisha government has launched a programme Ama Gaon, Ama Vikas (Our Village, our development) to reach out to the people in rural areas and involve themselves in the developmental activities. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik flagged off mobile video vans for ‘Ama Gaon Ama Vikas’ programme that will move across the State to highlight various welfare schemes at villages in the state.
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Explanation: The Odisha government has launched a programme Ama Gaon, Ama Vikas (Our Village, our development) to reach out to the people in rural areas and involve themselves in the developmental activities. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik flagged off mobile video vans for ‘Ama Gaon Ama Vikas’ programme that will move across the State to highlight various welfare schemes at villages in the state.
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Explanation: The Odisha government has launched a programme Ama Gaon, Ama Vikas (Our Village, our development) to reach out to the people in rural areas and involve themselves in the developmental activities. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik flagged off mobile video vans for ‘Ama Gaon Ama Vikas’ programme that will move across the State to highlight various welfare schemes at villages in the state.
Question 23 of 60
23. Question
1 points
Prafulla Das passed away recently. He was a renowned ________
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Explanation: Literateur Prafulla Das has passed away. Das was a bachelor and was suffering from old age related ailments. He was a recipient of the prestigious “Sarala Award” for his achievement in the literary field.
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Explanation: Literateur Prafulla Das has passed away. Das was a bachelor and was suffering from old age related ailments. He was a recipient of the prestigious “Sarala Award” for his achievement in the literary field.
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Explanation: Literateur Prafulla Das has passed away. Das was a bachelor and was suffering from old age related ailments. He was a recipient of the prestigious “Sarala Award” for his achievement in the literary field.
Question 24 of 60
24. Question
1 points
Mukul Sangma has recently resigned from the post of the Chief Minister of which state?
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Explanation: Mukul Sangma submitted his resignation from the post of Meghalaya Chief Minister. Sangma submitted his resignation to Meghalaya Governor Ganga Prasad in Shillong following the assembly election results.
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Explanation: Mukul Sangma submitted his resignation from the post of Meghalaya Chief Minister. Sangma submitted his resignation to Meghalaya Governor Ganga Prasad in Shillong following the assembly election results.
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Explanation: Mukul Sangma submitted his resignation from the post of Meghalaya Chief Minister. Sangma submitted his resignation to Meghalaya Governor Ganga Prasad in Shillong following the assembly election results.
Question 25 of 60
25. Question
1 points
Javed Abidi died of health issues. He was one of the first activists of _______ movement in India
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Explanation: Disability rights activist Javed Abidi has passed away after succumbing to chest infection.
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Explanation: Disability rights activist Javed Abidi has passed away after succumbing to chest infection.
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Explanation: Disability rights activist Javed Abidi has passed away after succumbing to chest infection.
Question 26 of 60
26. Question
1 points
Davide Astori who died recently was related with which sports?
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Explanation: Italy international footballer Davide Astori has been found dead in his hotel room. Astori, who was captain of Fiorentina, passed away in his sleep overnight.
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Explanation: Italy international footballer Davide Astori has been found dead in his hotel room. Astori, who was captain of Fiorentina, passed away in his sleep overnight.
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Explanation: Italy international footballer Davide Astori has been found dead in his hotel room. Astori, who was captain of Fiorentina, passed away in his sleep overnight.
Question 27 of 60
27. Question
1 points
Who is the author of the book titled ‘How to be a Human’, launched by Aamir Khan recently?
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Explanation: Aamir Khan launched the book ‘How to be a Human’, which is penned by Rajkumar Hirani’s wife Manjeet Hirani. The book is based on the dog which the Hirani’s adopted from ‘PK’ sets.
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Explanation: Aamir Khan launched the book ‘How to be a Human’, which is penned by Rajkumar Hirani’s wife Manjeet Hirani. The book is based on the dog which the Hirani’s adopted from ‘PK’ sets.
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Explanation: Aamir Khan launched the book ‘How to be a Human’, which is penned by Rajkumar Hirani’s wife Manjeet Hirani. The book is based on the dog which the Hirani’s adopted from ‘PK’ sets.
Question 28 of 60
28. Question
1 points
Who has been nominated as the new Chief Minister of Meghalaya?
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Explanation: National People’s Party (NPP) President Conrad Sangma will be the new chief minister of Meghalaya. He will replace Mukul Sangma.
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Explanation: National People’s Party (NPP) President Conrad Sangma will be the new chief minister of Meghalaya. He will replace Mukul Sangma.
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Explanation: National People’s Party (NPP) President Conrad Sangma will be the new chief minister of Meghalaya. He will replace Mukul Sangma.
Question 29 of 60
29. Question
1 points
The Centre has constituted a steering committee to study issues related with Fintech space under the chairmanship of Economic Affairs Secretary. Name the head of the panel.
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Explanation: The government has set up a steering committee headed by Economic Affairs Secretary, Subhash Chandra Garg to consider various issues relating to the development of Fintech space in India with a view to make Fintech related regulations more flexible and generate enhanced entrepreneurship.
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Explanation: The government has set up a steering committee headed by Economic Affairs Secretary, Subhash Chandra Garg to consider various issues relating to the development of Fintech space in India with a view to make Fintech related regulations more flexible and generate enhanced entrepreneurship.
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Explanation: The government has set up a steering committee headed by Economic Affairs Secretary, Subhash Chandra Garg to consider various issues relating to the development of Fintech space in India with a view to make Fintech related regulations more flexible and generate enhanced entrepreneurship.
Question 30 of 60
30. Question
1 points
Angela Merkel has been re-elected as Chancellor of Germany. This is her ______ term as leader of Europe’s most powerful economy
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Explanation: Germany’s Angela Merkel secured her fourth term as the Chancellor after the Social Democratic party voted in favour of a grand coalition with Merkel’s Christian Democratic Union.
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Explanation: Germany’s Angela Merkel secured her fourth term as the Chancellor after the Social Democratic party voted in favour of a grand coalition with Merkel’s Christian Democratic Union.
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Explanation: Germany’s Angela Merkel secured her fourth term as the Chancellor after the Social Democratic party voted in favour of a grand coalition with Merkel’s Christian Democratic Union.
Question 31 of 60
31. Question
1 points
The 2018 edition of FICCI Frame was held in which city?
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Explanation: Information and Broadcasting Minister Smiriti Irani inaugurated 2018 edition of FICCI Frame in Mumbai. The three- day global convention covering the entire gamut of Media and Entertainment Industry will attract not only the industry stakeholders from across the world but also the government policy makers from India and abroad.
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Explanation: Information and Broadcasting Minister Smiriti Irani inaugurated 2018 edition of FICCI Frame in Mumbai. The three- day global convention covering the entire gamut of Media and Entertainment Industry will attract not only the industry stakeholders from across the world but also the government policy makers from India and abroad.
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Explanation: Information and Broadcasting Minister Smiriti Irani inaugurated 2018 edition of FICCI Frame in Mumbai. The three- day global convention covering the entire gamut of Media and Entertainment Industry will attract not only the industry stakeholders from across the world but also the government policy makers from India and abroad.
Question 32 of 60
32. Question
1 points
Name the winner of the rapid event at the 11th Tal Memorial Chess Tournament
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Explanation: Viswanathan Anand won the rapid event at the 11th Tal Memorial chess in Moscow. The World rapid champion finished the event with 6 points while Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (with 5 points) came second.
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Explanation: Viswanathan Anand won the rapid event at the 11th Tal Memorial chess in Moscow. The World rapid champion finished the event with 6 points while Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (with 5 points) came second.
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Explanation: Viswanathan Anand won the rapid event at the 11th Tal Memorial chess in Moscow. The World rapid champion finished the event with 6 points while Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (with 5 points) came second.
Question 33 of 60
33. Question
1 points
The 29th edition of the annual International Yoga Festival (IYF) was organized in which state?
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Explanation: The week-long 29th annual, world-famous International Yoga Festival (IYF) was inaugurated in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. The IYF offers daily classes in meditation, mudras, Sanskrit chanting, reiki, Indian philosophy and spiritual discourses to be held by revered spiritual leaders from India and abroad
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Explanation: The week-long 29th annual, world-famous International Yoga Festival (IYF) was inaugurated in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. The IYF offers daily classes in meditation, mudras, Sanskrit chanting, reiki, Indian philosophy and spiritual discourses to be held by revered spiritual leaders from India and abroad
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Explanation: The week-long 29th annual, world-famous International Yoga Festival (IYF) was inaugurated in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. The IYF offers daily classes in meditation, mudras, Sanskrit chanting, reiki, Indian philosophy and spiritual discourses to be held by revered spiritual leaders from India and abroad
Question 34 of 60
34. Question
1 points
Shigmotsav is a popular spring festival celebrated in which Indian state?
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Explanation: Shigmotsav has been organized enthusiastically in Goa. Shigmotsav or Shigmo is one of the several cultural festivals of the coastal state and is celebrated through colours, costumes, music, dance and parades. Shigmo parades offer glimpses of Goan life depicted through folk dance and music performances by locals.
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Explanation: Shigmotsav has been organized enthusiastically in Goa. Shigmotsav or Shigmo is one of the several cultural festivals of the coastal state and is celebrated through colours, costumes, music, dance and parades. Shigmo parades offer glimpses of Goan life depicted through folk dance and music performances by locals.
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Explanation: Shigmotsav has been organized enthusiastically in Goa. Shigmotsav or Shigmo is one of the several cultural festivals of the coastal state and is celebrated through colours, costumes, music, dance and parades. Shigmo parades offer glimpses of Goan life depicted through folk dance and music performances by locals.
Question 35 of 60
35. Question
1 points
Name the first country of the World to launch its own crypto-currency as legal tender in a bid to raise money?
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Explanation: The Marshall Islands is creating its own digital currency in a bid to raise money. In doing so it becomes the first country in the world to recognize a cryptocurrency as legal tender. The small Pacific Island nation passed the Sovereign Currency Act to create the ‘sovereign’, or SOV.
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Explanation: The Marshall Islands is creating its own digital currency in a bid to raise money. In doing so it becomes the first country in the world to recognize a cryptocurrency as legal tender. The small Pacific Island nation passed the Sovereign Currency Act to create the ‘sovereign’, or SOV.
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Explanation: The Marshall Islands is creating its own digital currency in a bid to raise money. In doing so it becomes the first country in the world to recognize a cryptocurrency as legal tender. The small Pacific Island nation passed the Sovereign Currency Act to create the ‘sovereign’, or SOV.
Question 36 of 60
36. Question
1 points
The magazine titled ‘Namaste Shalom’ on India-Israel bilateral relations was launched recently. Who has edited and complied the magazine?
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Explanation: The Union Minister of State (I/C) of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr Jitendra Singh, launched the social media of “Namaste Shalom”, a magazine on India-Israel relations. The magazine ‘Namaste Shalom’ is edited by Tarun Vijay, former MP.
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Explanation: The Union Minister of State (I/C) of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr Jitendra Singh, launched the social media of “Namaste Shalom”, a magazine on India-Israel relations. The magazine ‘Namaste Shalom’ is edited by Tarun Vijay, former MP.
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Explanation: The Union Minister of State (I/C) of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Dr Jitendra Singh, launched the social media of “Namaste Shalom”, a magazine on India-Israel relations. The magazine ‘Namaste Shalom’ is edited by Tarun Vijay, former MP.
Question 37 of 60
37. Question
1 points
What is the estimated GDP growth target set by China for the financial year 2018-19?
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Explanation: China has set its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth target at around 6.5 percent for the year 2018-19. The figures are, however, slightly lower than previous figures of 6.7 percent in 2016 and 6.8 percent in 2017 respectively. China will still remain as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies in the world.
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Explanation: China has set its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth target at around 6.5 percent for the year 2018-19. The figures are, however, slightly lower than previous figures of 6.7 percent in 2016 and 6.8 percent in 2017 respectively. China will still remain as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies in the world.
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Explanation: China has set its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth target at around 6.5 percent for the year 2018-19. The figures are, however, slightly lower than previous figures of 6.7 percent in 2016 and 6.8 percent in 2017 respectively. China will still remain as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies in the world.
Question 38 of 60
38. Question
1 points
According to the rating agency CRISIL, India’s GDP is expected to grow at ________ percent for 2018-19
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Explanation: The GDP growth is seen rising to a respectable 7.5 per cent next fiscal from 6.5 per cent expected this fiscal, propelled by domestic consumption, policy push, and synchronised global growth, according to Crisil.
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Explanation: The GDP growth is seen rising to a respectable 7.5 per cent next fiscal from 6.5 per cent expected this fiscal, propelled by domestic consumption, policy push, and synchronised global growth, according to Crisil.
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Explanation: The GDP growth is seen rising to a respectable 7.5 per cent next fiscal from 6.5 per cent expected this fiscal, propelled by domestic consumption, policy push, and synchronised global growth, according to Crisil.
Question 39 of 60
39. Question
1 points
How much amount of fund has been approved by the government under the Nirbhaya fund for the safety of women in 8 major cities?
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Explanation: Women and Child Development Ministry has approved projects worth over Rs 2,900 crore under the Nirbhaya fund for eight major cities to make them safer for women. These cities are Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Lucknow.
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Explanation: Women and Child Development Ministry has approved projects worth over Rs 2,900 crore under the Nirbhaya fund for eight major cities to make them safer for women. These cities are Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Lucknow.
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Explanation: Women and Child Development Ministry has approved projects worth over Rs 2,900 crore under the Nirbhaya fund for eight major cities to make them safer for women. These cities are Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Lucknow.
Question 40 of 60
40. Question
1 points
Who has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Nagaland?
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Explanation: Nagaland Governor PB Acharya has appointed Neiphiu Rio as the Chief Minister of the state. He will replace TR Zeliang.
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Explanation: Nagaland Governor PB Acharya has appointed Neiphiu Rio as the Chief Minister of the state. He will replace TR Zeliang.
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Explanation: Nagaland Governor PB Acharya has appointed Neiphiu Rio as the Chief Minister of the state. He will replace TR Zeliang.
Question 41 of 60
41. Question
1 points
Name the President of Vietnam who was on 3 days visit to India for various bilateral conversations?
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Explanation: Vietnam President Tran Dai Quang arrived on a three-day visit to India at the invitation of his Indian counterpart Ram Nath Kovind. Vietnam is an important partner in southeast Asia and is currently the country coordinator for India with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) regional bloc, a role that will be handed over to Thailand later this year.
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Explanation: Vietnam President Tran Dai Quang arrived on a three-day visit to India at the invitation of his Indian counterpart Ram Nath Kovind. Vietnam is an important partner in southeast Asia and is currently the country coordinator for India with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) regional bloc, a role that will be handed over to Thailand later this year.
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Explanation: Vietnam President Tran Dai Quang arrived on a three-day visit to India at the invitation of his Indian counterpart Ram Nath Kovind. Vietnam is an important partner in southeast Asia and is currently the country coordinator for India with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) regional bloc, a role that will be handed over to Thailand later this year.
Question 42 of 60
42. Question
1 points
Which among the given won the best picture award at the 90th Academy Awards?
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Explanation: Best Picture – “The Shape of Water”
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Explanation: Best Picture – “The Shape of Water”
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Explanation: Best Picture – “The Shape of Water”
Question 43 of 60
43. Question
1 points
How much amount has been sanctioned under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme of Ministry of Tourism?
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Explanation: A total amount of Rs. 5638.87 crore was sanctioned with release of Rs. 2148.17 crore since 2014-15 till date under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme of Ministry of Tourism.
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Explanation: A total amount of Rs. 5638.87 crore was sanctioned with release of Rs. 2148.17 crore since 2014-15 till date under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme of Ministry of Tourism.
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Explanation: A total amount of Rs. 5638.87 crore was sanctioned with release of Rs. 2148.17 crore since 2014-15 till date under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme of Ministry of Tourism.
Question 44 of 60
44. Question
1 points
Which among the following private sector lender has launched first of its kind home loan linked to government’s T-Bill?
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Explanation: Citi India has launched India’s first home loan linked to the 3-month Government of India Treasury Bill benchmark rate. This will give home buyers the opportunity to take part in a floating rate benchmarked to a publicly available external reference rate, which is driven by market forces, and in line with international markets such as the US, Singapore, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
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Explanation: Citi India has launched India’s first home loan linked to the 3-month Government of India Treasury Bill benchmark rate. This will give home buyers the opportunity to take part in a floating rate benchmarked to a publicly available external reference rate, which is driven by market forces, and in line with international markets such as the US, Singapore, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
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Explanation: Citi India has launched India’s first home loan linked to the 3-month Government of India Treasury Bill benchmark rate. This will give home buyers the opportunity to take part in a floating rate benchmarked to a publicly available external reference rate, which is driven by market forces, and in line with international markets such as the US, Singapore, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Question 45 of 60
45. Question
1 points
Who among the following has been nominated to be the new Chief Minister of Tripura?
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Explanation: Biplab Kumar Deb will be the new Chief Minister of Tripura. He will replace Manik Sarkar.
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Explanation: Biplab Kumar Deb will be the new Chief Minister of Tripura. He will replace Manik Sarkar.
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Explanation: Biplab Kumar Deb will be the new Chief Minister of Tripura. He will replace Manik Sarkar.
Question 46 of 60
46. Question
1 points
What is the total allocation approved under the PRASHAD scheme of the government for the holistic development of identified pilgrimage and heritage destination?
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Explanation: Under the PRASHAD scheme, 23 projects have been sanctioned to 15 States for a total amount of Rs.687.92 crore with release of Rs.241.28 crore since 2015-16 till date.
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Explanation: Under the PRASHAD scheme, 23 projects have been sanctioned to 15 States for a total amount of Rs.687.92 crore with release of Rs.241.28 crore since 2015-16 till date.
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Explanation: Under the PRASHAD scheme, 23 projects have been sanctioned to 15 States for a total amount of Rs.687.92 crore with release of Rs.241.28 crore since 2015-16 till date.
Question 47 of 60
47. Question
1 points
Name the Indian city to launch India’s first helicopter taxi service?
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Explanation: India’s first helicopter taxi service was launched in Bengaluru to fly passengers from Kempegowda International Airport to Electronic City. The service is expected to reduce the time taken to cover the distance from 2 hours to 15 minutes. The helicopter will seat up to six people apart from the pilot and the service will cost ₹3,500 plus GST.
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Explanation: India’s first helicopter taxi service was launched in Bengaluru to fly passengers from Kempegowda International Airport to Electronic City. The service is expected to reduce the time taken to cover the distance from 2 hours to 15 minutes. The helicopter will seat up to six people apart from the pilot and the service will cost ₹3,500 plus GST.
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Explanation: India’s first helicopter taxi service was launched in Bengaluru to fly passengers from Kempegowda International Airport to Electronic City. The service is expected to reduce the time taken to cover the distance from 2 hours to 15 minutes. The helicopter will seat up to six people apart from the pilot and the service will cost ₹3,500 plus GST.
Question 48 of 60
48. Question
1 points
What is the rank of India on the Global Firepower (GFP) list 2017 for the top military powers of the world?
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Explanation: Out of 133 countries, India is ranked fourth on a global index for its military strength, only the United States, Russia and China are ranked above India on the list. Meanwhile, neighbouring Pakistan is ranked 13th on the Global Firepower index 2017.
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Explanation: Out of 133 countries, India is ranked fourth on a global index for its military strength, only the United States, Russia and China are ranked above India on the list. Meanwhile, neighbouring Pakistan is ranked 13th on the Global Firepower index 2017.
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Explanation: Out of 133 countries, India is ranked fourth on a global index for its military strength, only the United States, Russia and China are ranked above India on the list. Meanwhile, neighbouring Pakistan is ranked 13th on the Global Firepower index 2017.
Question 49 of 60
49. Question
1 points
Nargis Rabadi, well known as Shammi aunty passed away at 89. She was a veteran _______
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Explanation: Veteran Bollywood actor Shammi has passed away after prolonged illness. She was 89. Fondly addressed as ‘Shammi aunty’ by Bollywood celebrities, Shammi, whose real name is Nargis Rabadi, started her film career with Malhar as a leading lady and later on moved to the comic genre.
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Explanation: Veteran Bollywood actor Shammi has passed away after prolonged illness. She was 89. Fondly addressed as ‘Shammi aunty’ by Bollywood celebrities, Shammi, whose real name is Nargis Rabadi, started her film career with Malhar as a leading lady and later on moved to the comic genre.
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Explanation: Veteran Bollywood actor Shammi has passed away after prolonged illness. She was 89. Fondly addressed as ‘Shammi aunty’ by Bollywood celebrities, Shammi, whose real name is Nargis Rabadi, started her film career with Malhar as a leading lady and later on moved to the comic genre.
Question 50 of 60
50. Question
1 points
The award for the best director has been won by ___________ at the 2018 Oscar Award.
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Explanation: Best Director – Guillermo del Toro, “The Shape of Water”
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Explanation: Best Director – Guillermo del Toro, “The Shape of Water”
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Explanation: Best Director – Guillermo del Toro, “The Shape of Water”
Question 51 of 60
51. Question
1 points
Name the player to clinch gold medal in Women’s 10m Air Pistol event at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup in Mexico
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Explanation: Manu Bhaker, who recently earned a quota place for the Beunos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games scheduled for October, won a sensational gold in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol, to put India firmly on top of the medals tally in the year’s first International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup stage in Mexico’s Guadalajara.
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Explanation: Manu Bhaker, who recently earned a quota place for the Beunos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games scheduled for October, won a sensational gold in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol, to put India firmly on top of the medals tally in the year’s first International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup stage in Mexico’s Guadalajara.
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Explanation: Manu Bhaker, who recently earned a quota place for the Beunos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games scheduled for October, won a sensational gold in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol, to put India firmly on top of the medals tally in the year’s first International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup stage in Mexico’s Guadalajara.
Question 52 of 60
52. Question
1 points
Popular actor Sarat Mohanty passed away recently. He worked for which cinema?
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Explanation: Veteran Odia film actor Sarat Mohanty has passed away following prolonged illness. The comedian, a native of Khirkona, had acted in a number of Odia films.
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Explanation: Veteran Odia film actor Sarat Mohanty has passed away following prolonged illness. The comedian, a native of Khirkona, had acted in a number of Odia films.
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Explanation: Veteran Odia film actor Sarat Mohanty has passed away following prolonged illness. The comedian, a native of Khirkona, had acted in a number of Odia films.
Question 53 of 60
53. Question
1 points
Who among the following has been conferred with the best actor award at the 90th Academy Awards?
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Explanation: Best Actor – Gary Oldman, “Darkest Hour”
Best Actress – Frances McDormand, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”
Best Supporting Actor – Sam Rockwell, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”
Best Supporting Actress – Allison Janney, “I, Tonya”
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Explanation: Best Actor – Gary Oldman, “Darkest Hour”
Best Actress – Frances McDormand, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”
Best Supporting Actor – Sam Rockwell, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”
Best Supporting Actress – Allison Janney, “I, Tonya”
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Explanation: Best Actor – Gary Oldman, “Darkest Hour”
Best Actress – Frances McDormand, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”
Best Supporting Actor – Sam Rockwell, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”
Best Supporting Actress – Allison Janney, “I, Tonya”
Question 54 of 60
54. Question
1 points
Name the mobile app launched by the Union Government for the Highway users on March 7, 2018
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Explanation: Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shipping, Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Nitin Gadkari launched a mobile App named Sukhad Yatra and Toll-free Emergency number 1033 for Highway users in New Delhi.
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Explanation: Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shipping, Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Nitin Gadkari launched a mobile App named Sukhad Yatra and Toll-free Emergency number 1033 for Highway users in New Delhi.
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Explanation: Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shipping, Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Nitin Gadkari launched a mobile App named Sukhad Yatra and Toll-free Emergency number 1033 for Highway users in New Delhi.
Question 55 of 60
55. Question
1 points
How much amount has recently been sanctioned by the Union Government for the second phase of the Impacting Research Innovation and Technology (IMPRINT) India programme?
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Explanation: In a major boost for research and innovation in the country, the Central Government has sanctioned a sum of Rs. 1000 crore for the phase two of the Impacting Research Innovation and Technology (IMPRINT) India programme. Under the IMPRINT-I Programme, 142 projects at a cost of Rs. 318.71 crore are already under implementation.
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Explanation: In a major boost for research and innovation in the country, the Central Government has sanctioned a sum of Rs. 1000 crore for the phase two of the Impacting Research Innovation and Technology (IMPRINT) India programme. Under the IMPRINT-I Programme, 142 projects at a cost of Rs. 318.71 crore are already under implementation.
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Explanation: In a major boost for research and innovation in the country, the Central Government has sanctioned a sum of Rs. 1000 crore for the phase two of the Impacting Research Innovation and Technology (IMPRINT) India programme. Under the IMPRINT-I Programme, 142 projects at a cost of Rs. 318.71 crore are already under implementation.
Question 56 of 60
56. Question
1 points
Who among the following Indian has emerged as the top ranked Indian in the 2018 World Billionaire List?
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Explanation: According to Forbes’ 2018 ‘World’s Billionaires’ list, Mukesh Ambani’s net worth has soared to $40.1 billion, making him the richest Indian for the 11th year in a row, while Amazon founder Jeff Bezos toppled Bill Gates as the world’s wealthiest person.
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Explanation: According to Forbes’ 2018 ‘World’s Billionaires’ list, Mukesh Ambani’s net worth has soared to $40.1 billion, making him the richest Indian for the 11th year in a row, while Amazon founder Jeff Bezos toppled Bill Gates as the world’s wealthiest person.
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Explanation: According to Forbes’ 2018 ‘World’s Billionaires’ list, Mukesh Ambani’s net worth has soared to $40.1 billion, making him the richest Indian for the 11th year in a row, while Amazon founder Jeff Bezos toppled Bill Gates as the world’s wealthiest person.
Question 57 of 60
57. Question
1 points
In a move to have better coordination between the environment ministry and the the board, the headquarter of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has been shifted from Chennai to ____________
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Explanation: The headquarters of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has been shifted from Chennai to Haryana’s Ballabhgarh for “better coordination” between the environment ministry and the the board.
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Explanation: The headquarters of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has been shifted from Chennai to Haryana’s Ballabhgarh for “better coordination” between the environment ministry and the the board.
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Explanation: The headquarters of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has been shifted from Chennai to Haryana’s Ballabhgarh for “better coordination” between the environment ministry and the the board.
Question 58 of 60
58. Question
1 points
The 2018 World ATM Congress (WATMC) is being held in which country?
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Explanation: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is participating in World ATM Congress (WATMC) 2018 being held at IFEMA, Feria de Madrid, Spain from March 6 to 8.
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Explanation: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is participating in World ATM Congress (WATMC) 2018 being held at IFEMA, Feria de Madrid, Spain from March 6 to 8.
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Explanation: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is participating in World ATM Congress (WATMC) 2018 being held at IFEMA, Feria de Madrid, Spain from March 6 to 8.
Question 59 of 60
59. Question
1 points
Shivaji Dasgupta passed away due to age related issues. He was a veteran ________
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Explanation: Shivaji Dasgupta, a doyen of Indian broadcasting has passed away after prolonged illness. He was 71.
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Explanation: Shivaji Dasgupta, a doyen of Indian broadcasting has passed away after prolonged illness. He was 71.
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Explanation: Shivaji Dasgupta, a doyen of Indian broadcasting has passed away after prolonged illness. He was 71.
Question 60 of 60
60. Question
1 points
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved India’s membership. This makes India to become _____ member of the global financial institution.
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Explanation: India is all set to become the 69th member of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) after shareholders of the international financial institution gave their nod to the country’s candidature. The formal membership process will now get underway, which includes the purchase of shares by India at an estimated cost of around €1 million.
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Explanation: India is all set to become the 69th member of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) after shareholders of the international financial institution gave their nod to the country’s candidature. The formal membership process will now get underway, which includes the purchase of shares by India at an estimated cost of around €1 million.
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Explanation: India is all set to become the 69th member of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) after shareholders of the international financial institution gave their nod to the country’s candidature. The formal membership process will now get underway, which includes the purchase of shares by India at an estimated cost of around €1 million.