- Question 1: Fill in the blank: After interest rate cut on small savings schemes, Kisan Vikas Patra will yield __ per cent with a maturity of ___ months.Fill in the blank: After interest rate cut on small savings schemes, Kisan Vikas Patra will yield __ per cent with a maturity of ___ months.
Explanation: PPF and NSC will fetch an annual interest rate of 7.9 per cent from the existing rate of 8 per cent, while Kisan Vikas Patra will yield 7.6 per cent with a maturity of 113 months.
At present, the interest rate on KVP is 7.7 percent and maturity is 112 months.
The girl child savings scheme Sukanya Samriddhi Account will fetch a lower return of 8.4 percent from 8.5 per cent.
The interest rate for the five-year Senior Citizens Savings Scheme will now fetch a lower rate of interest at 8.6 percent from 8.7 per cent.
PPF and NSC will fetch an annual interest rate of 7.9 per cent from the existing rate of 8 per cent, while Kisan Vikas Patra will yield 7.6 per cent with a maturity of 113 months.
At present, the interest rate on KVP is 7.7 percent and maturity is 112 months.
The girl child savings scheme Sukanya Samriddhi Account will fetch a lower return of 8.4 percent from 8.5 per cent.
The interest rate for the five-year Senior Citizens Savings Scheme will now fetch a lower rate of interest at 8.6 percent from 8.7 per cent.
- Question 2: New railway timetable which has come into effect on July 1, has reshuffled the timings of around __ trains?New railway timetable which has come into effect on July 1, has reshuffled the timings of around __ trains?
Explanation: The zone has introduced two new Tejas Express trains on the New Delhi-Chandigarh-New Delhi and the New Delhi-Lucknow-New Delhi routes.
The zone has introduced two new Tejas Express trains on the New Delhi-Chandigarh-New Delhi and the New Delhi-Lucknow-New Delhi routes.
- Question 3: Jal Shakti Abhiyan will be launched across the country from __ to accelerate water harvesting and conservation measures?Jal Shakti Abhiyan will be launched across the country from __ to accelerate water harvesting and conservation measures?
Explanation: The scheme is aimed at making water conservation and promotion of irrigation efficiency a mass movement through asset creation and communication campaigns.
These teams will visit identified blocks and districts, and coordinate the implementation of various water harvesting and conservation measures.
The scheme is aimed at making water conservation and promotion of irrigation efficiency a mass movement through asset creation and communication campaigns.
These teams will visit identified blocks and districts, and coordinate the implementation of various water harvesting and conservation measures.
- Question 4: Govt will introduce new return system for GST on trial basis on....?
Govt will introduce new return system for GST on trial basis on....?
Explanation:The second anniversary of Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be celebrated on July 1., 2019
It was launched on the 1st of July, 2017 at a function held in the Central Hall of Parliament on the midnight of 30th June, 2017.
Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs Anurag Thakur will preside over the function to be held in New Delhi to mark the occasion.
The second anniversary of Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be celebrated on July 1., 2019
It was launched on the 1st of July, 2017 at a function held in the Central Hall of Parliament on the midnight of 30th June, 2017.
Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs Anurag Thakur will preside over the function to be held in New Delhi to mark the occasion.
- Question 5: Where is Chhabra Thermal Power Plant ?Where is Chhabra Thermal Power Plant ?
Explanation:1. In Rajasthan, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurated 5th and 6th Unit of Chabra Super Critical Thermal Power Station this afternoon.
2. This is the state’s First project based on Super Critical Thermal Power Technology and the estimated cost of this project is 9 thousand 550 Crore Rupees.
3. With the starting of power generation at this project, 3 crore additional units of power daily will be generated and 78 lakh new consumers will get benefitted. This Project will not only meet out the power demand of the state but also it will make the state independent in the power production sector
1. In Rajasthan, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurated 5th and 6th Unit of Chabra Super Critical Thermal Power Station this afternoon.
2. This is the state’s First project based on Super Critical Thermal Power Technology and the estimated cost of this project is 9 thousand 550 Crore Rupees.
3. With the starting of power generation at this project, 3 crore additional units of power daily will be generated and 78 lakh new consumers will get benefitted. This Project will not only meet out the power demand of the state but also it will make the state independent in the power production sector
- Question 6: ___ systems is set to become cheaper after the Reserve Bank of India decided it will not impose any charges on such transactions?
___ systems is set to become cheaper after the Reserve Bank of India decided it will not impose any charges on such transactions?
Explanation:Fund transfer through Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) systems is set to become cheaper after the Reserve Bank of India decided it will not impose any charges on such transactions.
After announcing its decision to waive all charges on fund transfer through RTGS and NEFT systems from today, RBI has also asked banks to pass on the benefits to customers from the same day.
Fund transfer through Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) systems is set to become cheaper after the Reserve Bank of India decided it will not impose any charges on such transactions.
After announcing its decision to waive all charges on fund transfer through RTGS and NEFT systems from today, RBI has also asked banks to pass on the benefits to customers from the same day.
- Question 7: Wimbledon is played on...?Wimbledon is played on...?
Explanation:1. The Championships, Wimbledon, commonly known simply as Wimbledon, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, and is regarded by many as the most prestigious.
2. It has been held at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London, since 1877 and is played on outdoor grass courts1. The Championships, Wimbledon, commonly known simply as Wimbledon, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, and is regarded by many as the most prestigious.
2. It has been held at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London, since 1877 and is played on outdoor grass courts
- Question 8: Veer Chotrani is related with...Veer Chotrani is related with...
Explanation: In Squash, India won a gold as Veer Chotrani beat compatriot Yash Fadte to win the Under-19 title at the Asian Junior Championship in Macau, China.
With this victory, Veer became the third Indian to win the Asian trophy after Ravi Dixit and Vela Senthilkumar.
In Squash, India won a gold as Veer Chotrani beat compatriot Yash Fadte to win the Under-19 title at the Asian Junior Championship in Macau, China.
With this victory, Veer became the third Indian to win the Asian trophy after Ravi Dixit and Vela Senthilkumar.
- Question 9: Singhey Khababs Sindhu Festival is celebrated in...?Singhey Khababs Sindhu Festival is celebrated in...?
Explanation:1. Ladakh Singhey Khababs Sindhu Festival celebrated on the bank of Indus River at Leh.
2. The festival presents the Indus River as a symbol of the multi-dimensional cultural identity of India that got its name from the Indus River. 1. Ladakh Singhey Khababs Sindhu Festival celebrated on the bank of Indus River at Leh.
2. The festival presents the Indus River as a symbol of the multi-dimensional cultural identity of India that got its name from the Indus River.
- Question 10: __ has decided to set up Vedic education board?__ has decided to set up Vedic education board?
Explanation: The board will help future generations take inspiration from Vedic culture. The board will help future generations take inspiration from Vedic culture.
- Question 11: Vaibhav Yadav is related with...?Vaibhav Yadav is related with...?
Explanation: Indian pro boxer Vaibhav Yadav has become the World Boxing Council (WBC) Asia silver welterweight champion after defeating Thailand's Fahpetch Singmanassak in the title bout held in Pattaya, Thailand.
Indian pro boxer Vaibhav Yadav has become the World Boxing Council (WBC) Asia silver welterweight champion after defeating Thailand's Fahpetch Singmanassak in the title bout held in Pattaya, Thailand.
- Question 12: How many core sectors have recorded growth of 5.1% in May 2019?
How many core sectors have recorded growth of 5.1% in May 2019?
Explanation:1. These sectors are coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertiliser, steel, cement and electricity.
1. These sectors are coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertiliser, steel, cement and electricity.
- Question 13: UGC has approved new initiative __ to boost research culture?
UGC has approved new initiative __ to boost research culture?
Explanation:The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved a new initiative - Scheme for Trans-disciplinary Research for India’s Developing Economy (STRIDE) to boost research culture in the country.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved a new initiative - Scheme for Trans-disciplinary Research for India’s Developing Economy (STRIDE) to boost research culture in the country.
- Question 14: ___ has launched a project to plant 33 crore saplings within the next two months? ___ has launched a project to plant 33 crore saplings within the next two months?
Explanation:Maharastra has adopted the Japanese Miyawaki pattern of the plantation to increase forest cover. Maharastra has adopted the Japanese Miyawaki pattern of the plantation to increase forest cover.
- Question 15: Centre has extended the deadline to NRC in Assam till ...?
Centre has extended the deadline to NRC in Assam till ...?
Explanation:The Centre has given one-month extension till 31st of this month to complete the enumeration process for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam.
The Centre has given one-month extension till 31st of this month to complete the enumeration process for updating the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam.
- Question 16: The first international flight from Guwahati will connect Assam with...?The first international flight from Guwahati will connect Assam with...?
Explanation:1. Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has flagged off the first international flight connecting Guwahati and Dhaka at Borjahr airport in Guwahati. Mr. Sonowal said that the Centre has boosted the connectivity of the North East region.
2. The Assam Government has committed 100 crore rupees per year for three years under viability gap funding.
3. Another flight connecting Guwahati-Bangkok is also likely to be started in the next few months along with flights to Kathmandu, Yangon, Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur.
1. Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has flagged off the first international flight connecting Guwahati and Dhaka at Borjahr airport in Guwahati. Mr. Sonowal said that the Centre has boosted the connectivity of the North East region.
2. The Assam Government has committed 100 crore rupees per year for three years under viability gap funding.
3. Another flight connecting Guwahati-Bangkok is also likely to be started in the next few months along with flights to Kathmandu, Yangon, Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur.
- Question 17: Who will be the convenor of the chief ministers' panel for agriculture reforms? Who will be the convenor of the chief ministers' panel for agriculture reforms?
Explanation:1. Centre has constituted a high powered committee of Chief Ministers of several states for the transformation of Indian Agriculture.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will be the convenor of the committee, while the chief ministers of Karnataka, Haryana, Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh have been included as members.
2. Committee aims to transform agriculture and increase farmers' income. It will suggest the modalities for adoption and time-bound implementation of agriculture sector reforms.
1. Centre has constituted a high powered committee of Chief Ministers of several states for the transformation of Indian Agriculture.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will be the convenor of the committee, while the chief ministers of Karnataka, Haryana, Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh have been included as members.
2. Committee aims to transform agriculture and increase farmers' income. It will suggest the modalities for adoption and time-bound implementation of agriculture sector reforms.
- Question 18: Japan has gifted __ a Museum of Peace built on the memories of Battle of Imphal?Japan has gifted __ a Museum of Peace built on the memories of Battle of Imphal?
Explanation: Manipur recently opened a Peace Museum in Imphal, after Britain and Japan joined hands to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Imphal. T Manipur recently opened a Peace Museum in Imphal, after Britain and Japan joined hands to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Imphal. T
- Question 19: Sports Minister announces an increase in diet budget of all athletes to bring parity, the new budge is rupee __ for each athlete ?
Sports Minister announces an increase in diet budget of all athletes to bring parity, the new budge is rupee __ for each athlete ?
Explanation: The move will impact 12,500 athletes training in various centres of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Sports Ministry will release an additional amount of 150 crore rupees annually to fund the new diet budget.
The move will impact 12,500 athletes training in various centres of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Sports Ministry will release an additional amount of 150 crore rupees annually to fund the new diet budget.
- Question 20: The government will raise health services expenditure to 2.5% of GDP by ...?
The government will raise health services expenditure to 2.5% of GDP by ...?
Explanation:1. Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan has said the government has set a target to raise health services expenditure to 2.5 percent of the country's GDP by 2025.
2. National Health Policy 2017 envisages increasing the public health expenditure to 2.5 percent of the GDP by 2025.
1. Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan has said the government has set a target to raise health services expenditure to 2.5 percent of the country's GDP by 2025.
2. National Health Policy 2017 envisages increasing the public health expenditure to 2.5 percent of the GDP by 2025.
- Question 21: Government has extended Kisan Credit Card facility to --- sector?
Government has extended Kisan Credit Card facility to --- sector?
Explanation:Government has extended the facility of Kisan Credit Card (KCC) to fisheries and animal husbandry farmers to help them meet their working capital needs.
Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Pratap Chandra Sarangi said this in a written reply in Lok Sabha.
Government has extended the facility of Kisan Credit Card (KCC) to fisheries and animal husbandry farmers to help them meet their working capital needs.
Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Pratap Chandra Sarangi said this in a written reply in Lok Sabha.
- Question 22: In term FIEO, E stands for? In term FIEO, E stands for?
Explanation:Federation of Indian Export Organisations. Federation of Indian Export Organisations.
- Question 23: ___ is hosting FIFA Women's Football World Cup 2019?___ is hosting FIFA Women's Football World Cup 2019?
Explanation:The 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup is the eighth edition of the FIFA Women's World Cup.The 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup is the eighth edition of the FIFA Women's World Cup.
- Question 24: Pullela Gopichand has been bestowed honorary doctorate by ...?
Pullela Gopichand has been bestowed honorary doctorate by ...?
Explanation: India's chief national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand was bestowed upon an honorary doctorate by IIT Kanpur on the occasion of their 52nd convocation.
India's chief national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand was bestowed upon an honorary doctorate by IIT Kanpur on the occasion of their 52nd convocation.
- Question 25: Name first-ever woman to lead EU Commission?
Name first-ever woman to lead EU Commission?
Explanation: Chief of International Monetary Fund Christine Lagarde has been nominated as the first woman to head the European Central Bank.
Chief of International Monetary Fund Christine Lagarde has been nominated as the first woman to head the European Central Bank.
- Question 26: BLA is an armed separatist group that operates in...?BLA is an armed separatist group that operates in...?
Explanation:The United States has designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), which is fighting Pakistani rule in Balochistan province, as a terrorist organisation.
The United States has designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), which is fighting Pakistani rule in Balochistan province, as a terrorist organisation.
- Question 27: _ has passed controversial science sector reform bill
_ has passed controversial science sector reform bill
Explanation:The Hungarian parliament passed a bill that will enable the takeover of research institutes by Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government, which is accused by critics of seeking to control key institutions and sectors.
The Hungarian parliament passed a bill that will enable the takeover of research institutes by Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government, which is accused by critics of seeking to control key institutions and sectors.
- Question 28: Fill in the blank:
Sino-British Joint Declaration of __ obliges the Chinese government to uphold Hong Kong's high degree of autonomy and its rights and freedoms?Fill in the blank:
Sino-British Joint Declaration of __ obliges the Chinese government to uphold Hong Kong's high degree of autonomy and its rights and freedoms?
Explanation: UK has warned China of serious consequences if it breaches a bilateral agreement to preserve Hong Kong's freedoms, after an unprecedented night of anti-government protests UK has warned China of serious consequences if it breaches a bilateral agreement to preserve Hong Kong's freedoms, after an unprecedented night of anti-government protests
- Question 29: Recently, Niqab has banned in __ government offices?
Recently, Niqab has banned in __ government offices?
Explanation:Tunisia's Premier has banned the Niqab, Muslim face covering for women in government offices, citing security concerns after attacks in the North African country.
Tunisia's Premier has banned the Niqab, Muslim face covering for women in government offices, citing security concerns after attacks in the North African country.
- Question 30: Hima Das is an Indian...?Hima Das is an Indian...?
Explanation:
- Question 31: Ajay Jayaram, Sourabh Verma and Lakshya Sen are related with...Ajay Jayaram, Sourabh Verma and Lakshya Sen are related with...
Explanation: In Badminton, Indian trio of Ajay Jayaram, Sourabh Verma and Lakshya Sen have moved to the second round of the men's singles event of Canada Open Super 100 tournament.
In Badminton, Indian trio of Ajay Jayaram, Sourabh Verma and Lakshya Sen have moved to the second round of the men's singles event of Canada Open Super 100 tournament.
- Question 32: Atul Verma and Laishram Bombayla Devi are related with...?Atul Verma and Laishram Bombayla Devi are related with...?
Explanation: In Archery, the recurve mixed players Atul Verma and Laishram Bombayla Devi will compete for a bronze play-off in Berlin to brighten India's medal prospects.
In Archery, the recurve mixed players Atul Verma and Laishram Bombayla Devi will compete for a bronze play-off in Berlin to brighten India's medal prospects.
- Question 33: The world's largest burn and plastic surgery institute has started its operation ...?The world's largest burn and plastic surgery institute has started its operation ...?
Explanation:Buil with 500 crore Taka, the 500-bed hospital with 50 ICU and 12 operation theatres will offer advanced treatment to burn patients.
Buil with 500 crore Taka, the 500-bed hospital with 50 ICU and 12 operation theatres will offer advanced treatment to burn patients.
- Question 34: France has approved __ tax on online giants like Google, Amazon and Facebook.
France has approved __ tax on online giants like Google, Amazon and Facebook.
Explanation:As of now, the companies pay nearly no tax in countries where they have large sales from their various prodcuts.
As of now, the companies pay nearly no tax in countries where they have large sales from their various prodcuts.
- Question 35: Where is Kolkewadi Dam?Where is Kolkewadi Dam?
Explanation: Kolkewadi Dam is in the Konkani region, Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra.
Recently. people were killed after the Tiware dam in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra breached causing a flood-like situation in seven villages.
Kolkewadi Dam is in the Konkani region, Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra.
Recently. people were killed after the Tiware dam in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra breached causing a flood-like situation in seven villages.
- Question 36: __ has launched a toll-free CM helpline 1076?
__ has launched a toll-free CM helpline 1076?
Explanation:Uttar Pradesh government has launched a toll-free Chief Minister helpline 1076 that will empower state residents to register their complaints and get a time-bound action on the complaints.
Uttar Pradesh government has launched a toll-free Chief Minister helpline 1076 that will empower state residents to register their complaints and get a time-bound action on the complaints.
- Question 37: Where is National Centre for Good Governance ?Where is National Centre for Good Governance ?
Explanation: Eighteen hundred Bangladeshi mid-career civil servants will be trained at the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) in Mussoorie between 2019-2025.
The first batch of 30 civil servants leaving for a two-week-long training programme in Mussoorie paid a visit to the Indian High Commission in Dhaka on July 5th .
Eighteen hundred Bangladeshi mid-career civil servants will be trained at the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) in Mussoorie between 2019-2025.
The first batch of 30 civil servants leaving for a two-week-long training programme in Mussoorie paid a visit to the Indian High Commission in Dhaka on July 5th .
- Question 38: A report - Working on a Warmer Planet - The Impact of Heat Stress on Labour Productivity and Decent Work, has been published by ...?A report - Working on a Warmer Planet - The Impact of Heat Stress on Labour Productivity and Decent Work, has been published by ...?
Explanation: A UN reports say India is projected to lose 5.8 per cent of working hours in 2030 due to global warming, particularly impacting agriculture and construction sectors.
The report said that working hours will be lost because it is too hot to work or because workers work at a slower pace.
A UN reports say India is projected to lose 5.8 per cent of working hours in 2030 due to global warming, particularly impacting agriculture and construction sectors.
The report said that working hours will be lost because it is too hot to work or because workers work at a slower pace.
- Question 39: Kataragama festival is celebrated in?Kataragama festival is celebrated in?
Explanation: The Sri Lanka Kataragama Perahera or Festival is an annual event that takes place in July/August in Kataragama and is dedicated to Buddhist guardian deity Kataragama The Sri Lanka Kataragama Perahera or Festival is an annual event that takes place in July/August in Kataragama and is dedicated to Buddhist guardian deity Kataragama
- Question 40: Government has decided to invest 50 lakh crore rupees in railways by ...?
Government has decided to invest 50 lakh crore rupees in railways by ...?
Explanation:Railways Minister said that the rail infrastructure in the country has increased by just 30 per cent in the last 65 years due to the lack of adequate investment, while freight and passenger traffic increased by 1500 per cent.
Railways Minister said that the rail infrastructure in the country has increased by just 30 per cent in the last 65 years due to the lack of adequate investment, while freight and passenger traffic increased by 1500 per cent.
- Question 41: Axom Darshan is related with...?Axom Darshan is related with...?
Explanation:
- Question 42: __ will host North East Youth Festival?
__ will host North East Youth Festival?
Explanation:The central government is also going to set-up three Sports Centre of Excellence in Itanagar very soon.
The central government is also going to set-up three Sports Centre of Excellence in Itanagar very soon.
- Question 43: Where is Babatpur airport?Where is Babatpur airport?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled the statue of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri at Babatpur airport in Varanasi . Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled the statue of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri at Babatpur airport in Varanasi .
- Question 44: Recently, ___ has approved Aadhaar-linked payment mode for disbursal of pension?
Recently, ___ has approved Aadhaar-linked payment mode for disbursal of pension?
Explanation:Jammu and Kashmir government has approved Aadhaar-linked payment mode for disbursal of pension to beneficiaries under various central and state-sponsored schemes in order to ensure transparency and avoid delays.
Jammu and Kashmir government has approved Aadhaar-linked payment mode for disbursal of pension to beneficiaries under various central and state-sponsored schemes in order to ensure transparency and avoid delays.
- Question 45: In 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, what limit was set up for Iran to stockpiles of enriched uranium ? In 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, what limit was set up for Iran to stockpiles of enriched uranium ?
Explanation:International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will hold an emergency meeting on Iran's nuclear programme , days after Tehran breached one of the limits set in a 2015 deal with world powers.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will hold an emergency meeting on Iran's nuclear programme , days after Tehran breached one of the limits set in a 2015 deal with world powers.
- Question 46: Almaty is a place in...?Almaty is a place in...?
Explanation: Indian track and field athletes won six medals, including three gold, on the first day of the Qasanov Memorial Meet at Almaty in Kazakhstan.
Indian track and field athletes won six medals, including three gold, on the first day of the Qasanov Memorial Meet at Almaty in Kazakhstan.
- Question 47: The first UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK) has been established in...? The first UIDAI-run Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK) has been established in...?
Explanation:The new Aadhaar centres are similar to Passport Seva Kendras run by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).The new Aadhaar centres are similar to Passport Seva Kendras run by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
- Question 48: Recently, the Impressed tortoise has been discovered in...?Recently, the Impressed tortoise has been discovered in...?
Explanation:For the first time ever, the critically endangered Impressed Tortoise (Manouria impressa) has been found in India. For the first time ever, the critically endangered Impressed Tortoise (Manouria impressa) has been found in India.
- Question 49: __ and National Investment and Infrastructure Fund have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost the availability of capital for infrastructure projects?__ and National Investment and Infrastructure Fund have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost the availability of capital for infrastructure projects?
Explanation:
- Question 50: Name the Indian scientist, who has been selected as the Co-Investigator for NASA’s PUNCH mission?Name the Indian scientist, who has been selected as the Co-Investigator for NASA’s PUNCH mission?
Explanation:PUNCH: Polarimeter to Unify the Corona and HeliospherePUNCH: Polarimeter to Unify the Corona and Heliosphere
- Question 51: 6th edition of Exercise Garuda-VI between Indian and French Air Force held in...? 6th edition of Exercise Garuda-VI between Indian and French Air Force held in...?
Explanation:Four Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighters are participating in Garuda-VI, while the French contingent includes the Rafale and Mirage 2000 jets. Four Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighters are participating in Garuda-VI, while the French contingent includes the Rafale and Mirage 2000 jets.
- Question 52: Cirrochroa thais, has been officially declared as state butterfly of ....? Cirrochroa thais, has been officially declared as state butterfly of ....?
Explanation: Cirrochroa thais, the Tamil yeoman, is a species of nymphalid butterfly found in forested areas of tropical Sri Lanka and India Cirrochroa thais, the Tamil yeoman, is a species of nymphalid butterfly found in forested areas of tropical Sri Lanka and India
- Question 53: After resumed commercial whaling, Japan has joined __ as the only nations to allow commercial whaling?After resumed commercial whaling, Japan has joined __ as the only nations to allow commercial whaling?
Explanation: In 1986 the countries of the International Whaling Commission, including Japan agreed to stop whales hunting. In 1986 the countries of the International Whaling Commission, including Japan agreed to stop whales hunting.
- Question 54: International Day of the Tropics is observed on...?International Day of the Tropics is observed on...?
Explanation: International Day of the Tropics aims to create awareness on the issues faced by world tropical areas, as if these issues are not addressed on time then they may be too tackle later.
What are the tropics regions?
These regions of the Earth that lie roughly in the middle of the globe include the Equator and parts of North America, South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
International Day of the Tropics aims to create awareness on the issues faced by world tropical areas, as if these issues are not addressed on time then they may be too tackle later.
What are the tropics regions?
These regions of the Earth that lie roughly in the middle of the globe include the Equator and parts of North America, South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
- Question 55: International Day of Parliamentarism is observed on...?International Day of Parliamentarism is observed on...?
Explanation:On June 30, 1889, the Inter-Parliamentary Union — the global organization of parliaments — was established.On June 30, 1889, the Inter-Parliamentary Union — the global organization of parliaments — was established.
- Question 56: Lessons Life Taught Me, Unknowingly - is the autobiography of? Lessons Life Taught Me, Unknowingly - is the autobiography of?
Explanation: The book will be available from August 5 and promises to make some behind-the-scenes revelations and bring the unseen character of Anupam Kher to the fore.
The book will be available from August 5 and promises to make some behind-the-scenes revelations and bring the unseen character of Anupam Kher to the fore.
- Question 57: India has handed over 250 pre-fabricated houses to ....?
India has handed over 250 pre-fabricated houses to ....?
Explanation: External Affairs Ministry said in a release that India had taken up the project under its Rakhine State Development Programme under which 25 million dollars are allocated for a period of five years.
External Affairs Ministry said in a release that India had taken up the project under its Rakhine State Development Programme under which 25 million dollars are allocated for a period of five years.
- Question 58: US State Department has approved a potential 2.2 billion arms sale to ...?
US State Department has approved a potential 2.2 billion arms sale to ...?
Explanation: China urged Washington to immediately cancel the potential weapons sale. Beijing views Taiwan as part of its territory. China urged Washington to immediately cancel the potential weapons sale. Beijing views Taiwan as part of its territory.
- Question 59: India and ___ have decided to exchange crucial information on drug trafficking?
India and ___ have decided to exchange crucial information on drug trafficking?
Explanation:India and Myanmar have resolved to exchange crucial information relating to drug trafficking and precursors.
The decision was taken at the 4th Director General level talks between Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and Central Committee for Drug Abuse Control (CCDAC) in New Delhi.
India and Myanmar have resolved to exchange crucial information relating to drug trafficking and precursors.
The decision was taken at the 4th Director General level talks between Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and Central Committee for Drug Abuse Control (CCDAC) in New Delhi.
- Question 60: The first India-Russia Strategic Economic Dialogue was held in St. Petersburg in ...?
The first India-Russia Strategic Economic Dialogue was held in St. Petersburg in ...?
Explanation:The second India-Russia Strategic Economic Dialogue will be held in New Delhi on July 10.
It will be held under the chairmanship of NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar and Deputy Minister of the Economic Development of Russia, Timur Maksimov.
The second India-Russia Strategic Economic Dialogue will be held in New Delhi on July 10.
It will be held under the chairmanship of NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar and Deputy Minister of the Economic Development of Russia, Timur Maksimov.
- Question 61: Name the manufacturer of heavy-lift Chinook helicopters?
Name the manufacturer of heavy-lift Chinook helicopters?
Explanation:American aerospace major Boeing has announced the arrival of two new heavy-lift Chinook helicopters for the Indian Air Force at the Mundra port in Gujarat.
Indian Air Force has ordered 15 Chinooks and the first four helicopters arrived in February. American aerospace major Boeing has announced the arrival of two new heavy-lift Chinook helicopters for the Indian Air Force at the Mundra port in Gujarat.
Indian Air Force has ordered 15 Chinooks and the first four helicopters arrived in February.
- Question 62: Which Indian state will produce its own seeds soon, known as Sah-Beej? Which Indian state will produce its own seeds soon, known as Sah-Beej?
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh will produce seeds too, under the brand name of seeds will be Sah-Beej. Madhya Pradesh will produce seeds too, under the brand name of seeds will be Sah-Beej.
- Question 63: _- has set a target to become 1-trillion economy in coming years?
_- has set a target to become 1-trillion economy in coming years?
Explanation: Uttar Pradesh government has set the target to become one trillion dollar economy in coming years so that the state can contribute in fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dream of expanding country's economy to 5 trillion dollars. Uttar Pradesh government has set the target to become one trillion dollar economy in coming years so that the state can contribute in fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi's dream of expanding country's economy to 5 trillion dollars.
- Question 64: Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship 2019 held in...? Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship 2019 held in...?
Explanation: India won 13 medals on the opening day of the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship in Apia, Samoa
India won 13 medals on the opening day of the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship in Apia, Samoa
- Question 65: Kutno Athletics Meet 2019 held in...? Kutno Athletics Meet 2019 held in...?
Explanation: Indian sprinter Hima Das won her second international gold in women's 200m with a top finish at the Kutno Athletics Meet in Poland. Indian sprinter Hima Das won her second international gold in women's 200m with a top finish at the Kutno Athletics Meet in Poland.
- Question 66: Fashionova, India's first design development centre has been launched in...?Fashionova, India's first design development centre has been launched in...?
Explanation:The centre will offer and fulfill business needs from co-working space, technicians, expert advice to cognitive workshops and industry exposure.The centre will offer and fulfill business needs from co-working space, technicians, expert advice to cognitive workshops and industry exposure.
- Question 67: ___ has NOT set up dedicated universities for conducting courses in police services and internal security?
___ has NOT set up dedicated universities for conducting courses in police services and internal security?
Explanation:India has initiated a proposal to establish the first National Police University in the country. It will aim to impart education in policing and internal security.
India has initiated a proposal to establish the first National Police University in the country. It will aim to impart education in policing and internal security.
- Question 68: Govt has given principle approval for leasing of __ airports?
Govt has given principle approval for leasing of __ airports?
Explanation:These six airports are: Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Guwahati, Thiruvananthapuram, and Mangaluru.
These six airports are: Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Guwahati, Thiruvananthapuram, and Mangaluru.
- Question 69: How much fund has been earmarked for the third phase of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY).?
How much fund has been earmarked for the third phase of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY).?
Explanation:An estimated cost of eighty thousand two hundred fifty crore rupees out of which the central share will be fifty-three thousand eight hundred crore rupees while the state would invest twenty-six thousand four hundred fifty crore rupees.An estimated cost of eighty thousand two hundred fifty crore rupees out of which the central share will be fifty-three thousand eight hundred crore rupees while the state would invest twenty-six thousand four hundred fifty crore rupees.
- Question 70: Who is the new Head of Cricket at the National Cricket Academy?Who is the new Head of Cricket at the National Cricket Academy?
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- Question 71: Where is Budj Bim Cultural Landscape?Where is Budj Bim Cultural Landscape?
Explanation:Located in south-west Victoria Budj Bim Cultural Landscape has become the first in Australia to receive world heritage protection solely for its Aboriginal cultural importance.Located in south-west Victoria Budj Bim Cultural Landscape has become the first in Australia to receive world heritage protection solely for its Aboriginal cultural importance.
- Question 72: A 3- year roadmap — named Utkarsh 2022 has been launched by...?A 3- year roadmap — named Utkarsh 2022 has been launched by...?
Explanation:The main of the plan is to improve the regulation and supervision of the central bank.The main of the plan is to improve the regulation and supervision of the central bank.
- Question 73: __ has been identified to predict monsoon accuracy? __ has been identified to predict monsoon accuracy?
Explanation:It measures how much of isotope Berylium-7 is in the air It measures how much of isotope Berylium-7 is in the air
- Question 74: Asia's first Six Sigma Institute of Mountain Medicines and High Altitude Rescue will be established in...?Asia's first Six Sigma Institute of Mountain Medicines and High Altitude Rescue will be established in...?
Explanation:Institute aims to develop all type of research in Allopathy, Homeopathy, Ayurveda, Naturopathy and Yoga concerning High Altitude Mountains. Institute aims to develop all type of research in Allopathy, Homeopathy, Ayurveda, Naturopathy and Yoga concerning High Altitude Mountains.
- Question 75: 5th India-EU High-Level Dialogue on Migration and Mobility held in...?5th India-EU High-Level Dialogue on Migration and Mobility held in...?
Explanation:These Dialogues cover a wide range of issues of mutual interest in the context of migration and mobility along the India-EU corridor.
These Dialogues cover a wide range of issues of mutual interest in the context of migration and mobility along the India-EU corridor.
- Question 76: Which is the latest state to launch the Witness Protection Scheme?Which is the latest state to launch the Witness Protection Scheme?
Explanation:The scheme aims to give protection to the court witnesses. As in the absence of such measure in place, the witnesses often had turned hostile giving serious jolts to sensational criminal trials in courts.The scheme aims to give protection to the court witnesses. As in the absence of such measure in place, the witnesses often had turned hostile giving serious jolts to sensational criminal trials in courts.
- Question 77: Name the new chief of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)?Name the new chief of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)?
Explanation: DGCA investigates aviation accidents and incidents and has its headquarter in New Delhi. DGCA investigates aviation accidents and incidents and has its headquarter in New Delhi.
- Question 78: Where is Amrabad Tiger Reserve?Where is Amrabad Tiger Reserve?
Explanation:Ministry of Forest and Environment (MoEF) has recommended for in-principle permission for exploration Uranium in the reserve. Ministry of Forest and Environment (MoEF) has recommended for in-principle permission for exploration Uranium in the reserve.
- Question 79: __ has won Indian Railway Best Innovation Award for its project the Plan Bee, which helps in preventing trains from hitting elephants crossing tracks? __ has won Indian Railway Best Innovation Award for its project the Plan Bee, which helps in preventing trains from hitting elephants crossing tracks?
Explanation:Northeast Frontier Railway started a novel way of getting elephants to buzz off from train tracks: speakers that play the sound of bees to scare the jumbos away, known as Plan Bee.
Elephants have long been known to be frightened by the buzzing of bees and stings.
Northeast Frontier Railway started a novel way of getting elephants to buzz off from train tracks: speakers that play the sound of bees to scare the jumbos away, known as Plan Bee.
Elephants have long been known to be frightened by the buzzing of bees and stings.
- Question 80: The 2019 Women Startup Summit (WSS) will be held in ...? The 2019 Women Startup Summit (WSS) will be held in ...?
Explanation:With an aim to promote women entrepreneurship in the country, the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) is hosting the Women Startup Summit on August 1, in association with the Indian Women Network floated by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). With an aim to promote women entrepreneurship in the country, the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) is hosting the Women Startup Summit on August 1, in association with the Indian Women Network floated by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
- Question 81: A successful landing of Chandrayaan-2 would make India the __- country to soft-land on the Moon?A successful landing of Chandrayaan-2 would make India the __- country to soft-land on the Moon?
Explanation: Launch of Chandrayaan-2 is scheduled for 14 July 2019.
First three country are: USA, USSR, and China Launch of Chandrayaan-2 is scheduled for 14 July 2019.
First three country are: USA, USSR, and China
- Question 82: How much money will be earmarked for the project to identify accident black spots and plug gaps on National Highways to reduce casualties?
How much money will be earmarked for the project to identify accident black spots and plug gaps on National Highways to reduce casualties?
Explanation: Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that the government has prepared a 14 thousand crore rupees project to identify accident black spots and plug gaps on National Highways to reduce casualties.
Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that the government has prepared a 14 thousand crore rupees project to identify accident black spots and plug gaps on National Highways to reduce casualties.
- Question 83: Which of these strait connects the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman? Which of these strait connects the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman?
Explanation:Recently, the United Kingdom Government has said that three Iranian ships attempted to impede the passage of a British oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz, forcing a United Kingdom frigate to intervene.
Recently, the United Kingdom Government has said that three Iranian ships attempted to impede the passage of a British oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz, forcing a United Kingdom frigate to intervene.
- Question 84: Where is Kataragama temple?Where is Kataragama temple?
Explanation: In Sri Lanka, each year the annual festival at Kataragama temple hosts this famous festival. In Sri Lanka, each year the annual festival at Kataragama temple hosts this famous festival.
- Question 85: Name the new World Bank MD and CFO? Name the new World Bank MD and CFO?
Explanation:Anshula Kant, Managing Director of State Bank of India, has been appointed as MD and Chief Financial Officer of the World Bank.
He will be responsible for financial and risk management of the organisation.
Anshula Kant, Managing Director of State Bank of India, has been appointed as MD and Chief Financial Officer of the World Bank.
He will be responsible for financial and risk management of the organisation.
- Question 86: Pardeep Singh is related with..? Pardeep Singh is related with..?
Explanation: Pardeep Singh created a new Commonwealth record in the clean and jerk category on the way to a gold medal as Indian weightlifters continued their impressive run on the last day of the Commonwealth Championships in Apia (Samoa) today.
Pardeep Singh created a new Commonwealth record in the clean and jerk category on the way to a gold medal as Indian weightlifters continued their impressive run on the last day of the Commonwealth Championships in Apia (Samoa) today.
- Question 87: __ has decided to impose a green tax on plane tickets from 2020? __ has decided to impose a green tax on plane tickets from 2020?
Explanation:Frence has decided to impose a tax of up to 18 euros nearly $20 on plane tickets for all flights from airports in France to fund less-pollution free transport solutions. Frence has decided to impose a tax of up to 18 euros nearly $20 on plane tickets for all flights from airports in France to fund less-pollution free transport solutions.
- Question 88: ___ has won NETPAC Award for Best Asian Film at the 23rd Bucheon Film Festival 2019?___ has won NETPAC Award for Best Asian Film at the 23rd Bucheon Film Festival 2019?
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- Question 89: Name the new Prime Minister of Greece?Name the new Prime Minister of Greece?
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- Question 90: World Population Day is observed on..World Population Day is observed on..
Explanation:The world population had reached 7,700,000,000 in 2019.The world population had reached 7,700,000,000 in 2019.
- Question 91: __ has announced Rs 10k monthly allowance for Padma Shri awardees? __ has announced Rs 10k monthly allowance for Padma Shri awardees?
Explanation: The decision has come in the wake of the news which highlighted the plight of several Padma Shri winners from the state and how they are forced to do odd jobs. The decision has come in the wake of the news which highlighted the plight of several Padma Shri winners from the state and how they are forced to do odd jobs.
- Question 92: Name the new President of the European Parliament?Name the new President of the European Parliament?
Explanation:Sassoli is an Italian socialist. Sassoli is an Italian socialist.
- Question 93: Nane the Secretary of Overseas Indian Affairs?Nane the Secretary of Overseas Indian Affairs?
Explanation: At present, he is India's High Commissioner to Canada. Swarup is the author of award-winning book Q&A, At present, he is India's High Commissioner to Canada. Swarup is the author of award-winning book Q&A,
- Question 94: Recently term HPTI was in news, what is the meaning of I in it? Recently term HPTI was in news, what is the meaning of I in it?
Explanation:HPTI: House Price to Income. The price to income ratio is the basic affordability measure for housing in a given areaHPTI: House Price to Income. The price to income ratio is the basic affordability measure for housing in a given area
- Question 95: M J Radhakrishnan was related with ___ cinema?M J Radhakrishnan was related with ___ cinema?
Explanation:He is better known for his works in Deshadanam, Karunam and Naalu Pennungal. He is better known for his works in Deshadanam, Karunam and Naalu Pennungal.
- Question 96: Where is National Film Archives of India?Where is National Film Archives of India?
Explanation:Recently, rare footage of an iconic Marathi film Vande Mataram (1948) has become part of the Pune-based National Film Archives of India (NFAI).Recently, rare footage of an iconic Marathi film Vande Mataram (1948) has become part of the Pune-based National Film Archives of India (NFAI).
- Question 97: Recently, ___ has blocked all language editions of Wikipedia?
Recently, ___ has blocked all language editions of Wikipedia?
Explanation:China has broadened its block of online encyclopedia Wikipedia to include all language editions.
According to a report by the Open Observatory of Network Interference (OONI), China started blocking all language editions of Wikipedia last month.
China has broadened its block of online encyclopedia Wikipedia to include all language editions.
According to a report by the Open Observatory of Network Interference (OONI), China started blocking all language editions of Wikipedia last month.
- Question 98: Kharchi Puja Festival is celebrated in...Kharchi Puja Festival is celebrated in...
Explanation:The centuries-old annual Kharchi Puja festival has started with at Puran Agartala in Tripura.The centuries-old annual Kharchi Puja festival has started with at Puran Agartala in Tripura.
- Question 99: Geological Survey of India, GSI, has revealed that 35 per cent the country's Graphite deposits of the country is found in ...?Geological Survey of India, GSI, has revealed that 35 per cent the country's Graphite deposits of the country is found in ...?
Explanation:The GSI presented the data during its annual interactive meeting with the Department of Geology and Mining and Government of Arunachal Pradesh in Itanagar.
The GSI presented the data during its annual interactive meeting with the Department of Geology and Mining and Government of Arunachal Pradesh in Itanagar.
- Question 100: 2019 global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) has been published by 2019 global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) has been published by
Explanation:The report states that India lifted 271 million people out of poverty between 2006 and 2016. The report states that India lifted 271 million people out of poverty between 2006 and 2016.
- Question 101: Which public sector bank has registered a loss of 189.77 crore rupees in the last quarter, as compared to its previous quarter?
Which public sector bank has registered a loss of 189.77 crore rupees in the last quarter, as compared to its previous quarter?
Explanation:Representational PicThe public sector Indian Bank has registered a loss of 189.77 crore rupees in the last quarter, as compared to its previous quarter.
Its Chairperson and Managing Director Padmaja Chunduru unveiled the bank's annual financial results today in Chennai. Later, addressing the media, she said, the net profit has turned negative due to two corporate loans turning into NPAs for which no provisioning has been made earlier.
Representational PicThe public sector Indian Bank has registered a loss of 189.77 crore rupees in the last quarter, as compared to its previous quarter.
Its Chairperson and Managing Director Padmaja Chunduru unveiled the bank's annual financial results today in Chennai. Later, addressing the media, she said, the net profit has turned negative due to two corporate loans turning into NPAs for which no provisioning has been made earlier.
- Question 102: __ has launched Operation Thirst?__ has launched Operation Thirst?
Explanation:The operation aims to crackdown the selling of unauthorized Packaged Drinking Water (PDW).The operation aims to crackdown the selling of unauthorized Packaged Drinking Water (PDW).
- Question 103: ___ hosted first-ever Global Conference for Media Freedom?___ hosted first-ever Global Conference for Media Freedom?
Explanation:It was co-hosted by the UK and Canada in London. The Conference aims to strengthen media freedom around the world. It was co-hosted by the UK and Canada in London. The Conference aims to strengthen media freedom around the world.
- Question 104: Recently, India joins global initiative, ___ to combat extremism online
Recently, India joins global initiative, ___ to combat extremism online
Explanation:Representational Pic India has joined a major global initiative to combat terrorism and extremism online and secure the internet.
The initiative -- Christchurch call to action -- has been named after the New Zealand city where 51 people were killed in an attack on mosques Representational Pic India has joined a major global initiative to combat terrorism and extremism online and secure the internet.
The initiative -- Christchurch call to action -- has been named after the New Zealand city where 51 people were killed in an attack on mosques
- Question 105: Anthony Amalraj is related with...?Anthony Amalraj is related with...?
Explanation:Indian pair of G. Sathiyan and Anthony Amalraj won the bronze at the 2019 World Tour Platinum Australian Table Tennis OpenIndian pair of G. Sathiyan and Anthony Amalraj won the bronze at the 2019 World Tour Platinum Australian Table Tennis Open
- Question 106: Rama Sengupta Paul was a famous...?Rama Sengupta Paul was a famous...?
Explanation:Rama Sengupta Paul (66), the Veteran lady mountaineer, has passed away in Kolkata, West Bengal. She led the first successful all-women expedition to Kedarnath Dome in Garhwal Himalaya. Rama Sengupta Paul (66), the Veteran lady mountaineer, has passed away in Kolkata, West Bengal. She led the first successful all-women expedition to Kedarnath Dome in Garhwal Himalaya.
- Question 107: Who has become the first ethnic Indian to contest and win an election in Japan ?Who has become the first ethnic Indian to contest and win an election in Japan ?
Explanation: He has been elected to Edogawa Ward assembly of Tokyo. Hence, this is the first-ever victory of a naturalized Japanese of Indian origin in elections in Japan. He has been elected to Edogawa Ward assembly of Tokyo. Hence, this is the first-ever victory of a naturalized Japanese of Indian origin in elections in Japan.
- Question 108: The first-ever Himalayan states conclave will be held in ...?The first-ever Himalayan states conclave will be held in ...?
Explanation:To be later in July 209, the prime focus of the summit will be on sustainable development.To be later in July 209, the prime focus of the summit will be on sustainable development.
- Question 109: __ will officially abolish its controversial exit visa system, kafala, for all foreign workers by the end of 2019?__ will officially abolish its controversial exit visa system, kafala, for all foreign workers by the end of 2019?
Explanation: The International Labour Organization (ILO) has recently announced that Qatar will officially abolish its controversial exit visa system for all foreign workers.
Qatar has introduced a series of labour reforms since its selection as the 2022 World Cup host, with the event setting in motion a huge construction programme employing foreign workers.
In September 2018, Qatar approved legislation to scrap the kafala or sponsorship, system which required that foreign workers obtain permission from their employers to leave the country. The International Labour Organization (ILO) has recently announced that Qatar will officially abolish its controversial exit visa system for all foreign workers.
Qatar has introduced a series of labour reforms since its selection as the 2022 World Cup host, with the event setting in motion a huge construction programme employing foreign workers.
In September 2018, Qatar approved legislation to scrap the kafala or sponsorship, system which required that foreign workers obtain permission from their employers to leave the country.
- Question 110: Malaria Elimination Research Alliance (MERA) India' has been launched to eliminate malaria from India by ...?Malaria Elimination Research Alliance (MERA) India' has been launched to eliminate malaria from India by ...?
Explanation:The Indian Council of Medical Research has launched the 'Malaria Elimination Research Alliance (MERA) India' - a conglomeration of partners working on malaria control - in order to prioritise, plan and scale up research to eliminate the disease. The Indian Council of Medical Research has launched the 'Malaria Elimination Research Alliance (MERA) India' - a conglomeration of partners working on malaria control - in order to prioritise, plan and scale up research to eliminate the disease.
- Question 111: ___ has collaborated with Ministry of Health to conduct the largest pan-India oral health survey till date? ___ has collaborated with Ministry of Health to conduct the largest pan-India oral health survey till date?
Explanation:It will be the largest nationwide oral health survey in collaboration with the Ministry of Health to collect data that would act as a baseline for planning preventive and treatment strategies.It will be the largest nationwide oral health survey in collaboration with the Ministry of Health to collect data that would act as a baseline for planning preventive and treatment strategies.
- Question 112: Asian Road para-cycling championships 2019 held in...? Asian Road para-cycling championships 2019 held in...?
Explanation: Indian para-athletes came up with brilliant performance to secure a silver and two bronze medals at the Asian Road para-cycling championships at Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
Indian para-athletes came up with brilliant performance to secure a silver and two bronze medals at the Asian Road para-cycling championships at Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
- Question 113: Where is Asia's largest solar Power project located?Where is Asia's largest solar Power project located?
Explanation: Located in Rewa, MP, rain has damaged Asia's largest solar Power project. Located in Rewa, MP, rain has damaged Asia's largest solar Power project.
- Question 114: Sharma committee has been formed to formulate design policy for...?Sharma committee has been formed to formulate design policy for...?
Explanation:The committee has been set up under the chairmanship of CPWD's Additional Director General M K Sharma.
The committee has been set up under the chairmanship of CPWD's Additional Director General M K Sharma.
- Question 115: 8th meeting of India-Uzbekistan Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism was held in 8th meeting of India-Uzbekistan Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism was held in
Explanation:The Group discussed an action plan to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the sphere of counter-terrorism through information sharing, mutual capacity building and sharing of best practices.
The Group discussed an action plan to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the sphere of counter-terrorism through information sharing, mutual capacity building and sharing of best practices.
- Question 116: Name the new Governor of Andhra Pradesh?
Name the new Governor of Andhra Pradesh?
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- Question 117: Who is the Governor of Chhattisgarh? Who is the Governor of Chhattisgarh?
Explanation:President Ram Nath Kovind has appointed Anusuiya Uikey as Governor of Chhattisgarh.
President Ram Nath Kovind has appointed Anusuiya Uikey as Governor of Chhattisgarh.
- Question 118: Global Skill challenge 2019 held in...?Global Skill challenge 2019 held in...?
Explanation: India brought home two silver and two bronze medals in Global Skill challenge, held in Melbourne from 10th to 14th April. Nidhin Prem won Silver in 3D Digital Game Art.
Sumanth Santemavathuru Chikkabettaiah and Manjunatha Desurakara won Silver in Mechatronics, Sanjoy Pramanik clinched Bronze in Jewellery and Saurabh Baghel bagged Bronze in Patisserie and Confectionery. Total of 22 participants represented India in 21 skill trades at the competition.
India brought home two silver and two bronze medals in Global Skill challenge, held in Melbourne from 10th to 14th April. Nidhin Prem won Silver in 3D Digital Game Art.
Sumanth Santemavathuru Chikkabettaiah and Manjunatha Desurakara won Silver in Mechatronics, Sanjoy Pramanik clinched Bronze in Jewellery and Saurabh Baghel bagged Bronze in Patisserie and Confectionery. Total of 22 participants represented India in 21 skill trades at the competition.
- Question 119: Recently, India and __ have decided to set up a fast track mechanism to facilitate investors and companies?
Recently, India and __ have decided to set up a fast track mechanism to facilitate investors and companies?
Explanation:The fast-track system in Italy aims to identify and solve problems faced by Indian companies and investors. The fast-track system in Italy aims to identify and solve problems faced by Indian companies and investors.
- Question 120: Complete this full form: CBDT Central Board of Direct ___ ? Complete this full form: CBDT Central Board of Direct ___ ?
Explanation:Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has said, no changes have been made in any of the Income-tax Return (ITR) forms since the notification made on 1st April this year.
Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has said, no changes have been made in any of the Income-tax Return (ITR) forms since the notification made on 1st April this year.
- Question 121: India has fixed a deadline of ___ for eradicating TB ?India has fixed a deadline of ___ for eradicating TB ?
Explanation:India has fixed a deadline of 2025 for eradicating TB against the global deadline of 2030. India has fixed a deadline of 2025 for eradicating TB against the global deadline of 2030.
- Question 122: The world's fattest species of parrot is...?The world's fattest species of parrot is...?
Explanation: The critically endangered ‘Kakapos’ - the world's fattest species of parrot - have enjoyed a record breaking breeding season, according to New Zealand Department of Conservation.
The kakapo is an unusual parrot as the females control the breeding process and only mate every two to four years when their favourite fruit grows in New Zealand's Rimu trees - the period is known as a mast year. The critically endangered ‘Kakapos’ - the world's fattest species of parrot - have enjoyed a record breaking breeding season, according to New Zealand Department of Conservation.
The kakapo is an unusual parrot as the females control the breeding process and only mate every two to four years when their favourite fruit grows in New Zealand's Rimu trees - the period is known as a mast year.
- Question 123: 9th SAARC Film Festival held in 9th SAARC Film Festival held in
Explanation:Indian fills won six awards including the Best Feature Film for the movie Nagarkirtan at the 9th SAARC Film Festival held in Colombo.
Indian fills won six awards including the Best Feature Film for the movie Nagarkirtan at the 9th SAARC Film Festival held in Colombo.
- Question 124: Houthi rebels are related with...?Houthi rebels are related with...?
Explanation:In Yemen, 85 people have been killed in heavy fighting between pro-government forces and rebels in Dhale province.
Officials said, the Houthi rebels recaptured the district of Damt and the surrounding area from forces allied with the internationally recognized government after more than a week of fighting. Dozens of people have also been injured.
In Yemen, 85 people have been killed in heavy fighting between pro-government forces and rebels in Dhale province.
Officials said, the Houthi rebels recaptured the district of Damt and the surrounding area from forces allied with the internationally recognized government after more than a week of fighting. Dozens of people have also been injured.
- Question 125: Bajrang Punia is related with...?
Bajrang Punia is related with...?
Explanation:India’s first gold at the 2019 Asian Wrestling Championship has been won by Bajrang PuniaIndia’s first gold at the 2019 Asian Wrestling Championship has been won by Bajrang Punia
- Question 126: After the formation of two new districts in Tamil Nadu, the total number of districts will be...?
After the formation of two new districts in Tamil Nadu, the total number of districts will be...?
Explanation:Two new districts, 1st Tenkasi District would be formed from Tirunelveli and 2nd - Chengalpet District would be carved from Kanchipuram district.
Two new districts, 1st Tenkasi District would be formed from Tirunelveli and 2nd - Chengalpet District would be carved from Kanchipuram district.
- Question 127: Booth Chalo Abhiyan under membership campaign of BJP was launched in...?Booth Chalo Abhiyan under membership campaign of BJP was launched in...?
Explanation:In Uttar Pradesh, BJP is carrying out Booth Chalo Abhiyan under membership campaign in the state with an eye on the election. In Uttar Pradesh, BJP is carrying out Booth Chalo Abhiyan under membership campaign in the state with an eye on the election.
- Question 128: AS per ICRA, the Indian wireless broadband subscriber base has touched __ million in February?
AS per ICRA, the Indian wireless broadband subscriber base has touched __ million in February?
Explanation:Rating and Research Agency ICRA has reported that Wireless broadband subscriber base in India has surged to 532 million in February 2019.
ICRA in its latest report said the wireless broadband subscriber base continues to maintain its strong growth trajectory witnessing the addition of 10.2 million during the month.
Wireless broadband subscriber base amounts to 45 per cent of the total subscriber base, it added.
Rating and Research Agency ICRA has reported that Wireless broadband subscriber base in India has surged to 532 million in February 2019.
ICRA in its latest report said the wireless broadband subscriber base continues to maintain its strong growth trajectory witnessing the addition of 10.2 million during the month.
Wireless broadband subscriber base amounts to 45 per cent of the total subscriber base, it added.
- Question 129: India will be launching the Global Innovation Index on July 24, what will be the theme of 2019? India will be launching the Global Innovation Index on July 24, what will be the theme of 2019?
Explanation:Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will launch the Global Innovation Index, GII on 24th July.
The GII is a charter to asses the innovation capabilities of national economies worldwide.
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will launch the Global Innovation Index, GII on 24th July.
The GII is a charter to asses the innovation capabilities of national economies worldwide.
- Question 130: Sonbhadra is a district in...?Sonbhadra is a district in...?
Explanation:National Commission for Scheduled Tribes team will visit Sonbhadra District of Uttar Pradesh to inquire into the incident which led to the killing of 10 persons belonging to Scheduled Tribes over a land dispute.
National Commission for Scheduled Tribes team will visit Sonbhadra District of Uttar Pradesh to inquire into the incident which led to the killing of 10 persons belonging to Scheduled Tribes over a land dispute.
- Question 131: Based on the recommendation of Narasimham Committee, RBI has divested its entire stake in NHB and ???Based on the recommendation of Narasimham Committee, RBI has divested its entire stake in NHB and ???
Explanation:The entire stake worth twenty crore rupees in NABARD and 1,450 crore rupees in NHB in the last quarter of 2018-19, adding that the government is now cent percent holder of both these institutions.
The entire stake worth twenty crore rupees in NABARD and 1,450 crore rupees in NHB in the last quarter of 2018-19, adding that the government is now cent percent holder of both these institutions.
- Question 132: ___ has launched cyber defense insurance to protect businesses from financial and reputational losses due to cyber attacks? ___ has launched cyber defense insurance to protect businesses from financial and reputational losses due to cyber attacks?
Explanation:It is designed to protect against major insurable cyber exposures like hacking attacks, identity theft, disclosure of sensitive information and business interruption.
It is designed to protect against major insurable cyber exposures like hacking attacks, identity theft, disclosure of sensitive information and business interruption.
- Question 133: Where was Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana launched in 2016? Where was Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana launched in 2016?
Explanation:International Energy Agency has said that the scheme is a major achievement in improving the environment and health of women. International Energy Agency has said that the scheme is a major achievement in improving the environment and health of women.
- Question 134: Where is Dibang Multipurpose Project ?Where is Dibang Multipurpose Project ?
Explanation:Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved 2880 Megawatt Dibang Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh at the cost of 1600 crore rupees.
Once completed Dibang Multipurpose Project will house the highest dam in the country with a height of 278 metres.
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved 2880 Megawatt Dibang Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh at the cost of 1600 crore rupees.
Once completed Dibang Multipurpose Project will house the highest dam in the country with a height of 278 metres.
- Question 135: As per ADB India is expected to grow at ___ per cent in 2019? As per ADB India is expected to grow at ___ per cent in 2019?
Explanation:According to the Asian Development Outlook 2019, India's growth slowed from 7.2 per cent in fiscal 2017 to 7 per cent in 2018, with weaker agricultural output and consumption growth curtailed by higher global oil prices and lower government expenditure.
According to the Asian Development Outlook 2019, India's growth slowed from 7.2 per cent in fiscal 2017 to 7 per cent in 2018, with weaker agricultural output and consumption growth curtailed by higher global oil prices and lower government expenditure.
- Question 136: National Broadcasting day is observed on...?
National Broadcasting day is observed on...?
Explanation:National Broadcasting day is observed on July 23. It was on this day in 1927, the first ever radio broadcast in the country went on the air from the Bombay Station under a private company, the Indian Broadcasting Company.
On 8th of June, 1936, the Indian State Broadcasting Service became All India Radio. National Broadcasting day is observed on July 23. It was on this day in 1927, the first ever radio broadcast in the country went on the air from the Bombay Station under a private company, the Indian Broadcasting Company.
On 8th of June, 1936, the Indian State Broadcasting Service became All India Radio.
- Question 137: As per the Asian Development Bank, India is expected to grow ___ per cent in 2020? As per the Asian Development Bank, India is expected to grow ___ per cent in 2020?
Explanation: It is expected to rebound to 7.2 per cent in 2019 and 7.3 per cent in 2020 as policy rates are cut and farmers receive income support, bolstering domestic demand.
The report added that sub-region wise, southeast Asia will sustain growth at close to 5 per cent this year and the next one.
It is expected to rebound to 7.2 per cent in 2019 and 7.3 per cent in 2020 as policy rates are cut and farmers receive income support, bolstering domestic demand.
The report added that sub-region wise, southeast Asia will sustain growth at close to 5 per cent this year and the next one.
- Question 138: Name the new Governor of GujaratName the new Governor of Gujarat
Explanation:In Gujarat, Shri Acharya Devvrat has taken the oath as a new Governor of the state.In Gujarat, Shri Acharya Devvrat has taken the oath as a new Governor of the state.
- Question 139: Section ___ empowers the central government to authorise the RBI for issuing directions to banking companies to initiate insolvency resolution process?
Section ___ empowers the central government to authorise the RBI for issuing directions to banking companies to initiate insolvency resolution process?
Explanation: Bruised by the Supreme Court’s verdict on the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI’s) February 12, 2018, circular on resolving bad debt, the government is planning to authorise the central bank to refer companies to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) on a case-by-case basis.
Bruised by the Supreme Court’s verdict on the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI’s) February 12, 2018, circular on resolving bad debt, the government is planning to authorise the central bank to refer companies to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) on a case-by-case basis.
- Question 140: Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, how many farmers will be covered? Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, how many farmers will be covered?
Explanation:PM-KISAN aims to cover approximately 14 crore 50 lakh beneficiaries across the country subject to exclusion criteria.
PM-KISAN aims to cover approximately 14 crore 50 lakh beneficiaries across the country subject to exclusion criteria.
- Question 141: Pakistan GDP growth to slump further to __ this year as per ADB?
Pakistan GDP growth to slump further to __ this year as per ADB?
Explanation:The Asian Development Bank (ADB) says, Pakistan's economic growth is set to slump further to 3.9 per cent in the fiscal year 2019 from 5.2 per cent in 2018.
In its flagship economic publication titled "Asian Development Outlook 2019," the Manila-based bank said Pakistan's economic growth decelerated in the fiscal year 2018 despite revived agriculture. It cited the "macroeconomic challenges" faced by the cash-strapped country for deceleration.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) says, Pakistan's economic growth is set to slump further to 3.9 per cent in the fiscal year 2019 from 5.2 per cent in 2018.
In its flagship economic publication titled "Asian Development Outlook 2019," the Manila-based bank said Pakistan's economic growth decelerated in the fiscal year 2018 despite revived agriculture. It cited the "macroeconomic challenges" faced by the cash-strapped country for deceleration.
- Question 142: Hima Das is a/an...?Hima Das is a/an...?
Explanation:Hima Das won her fifth gold of the month by claiming the top honors in a 400 m race in Czech Republic.
Hima Das won her fifth gold of the month by claiming the top honors in a 400 m race in Czech Republic.
- Question 143: Chandrayaan-2 is expected to land at the moon on..?Chandrayaan-2 is expected to land at the moon on..?
Explanation:It will be the first-ever soft-landing of a probe by India, that is expected to be on September 7.
It will be the first-ever soft-landing of a probe by India, that is expected to be on September 7.
- Question 144: H S Prannoy is related with...H S Prannoy is related with...
Explanation:In Badminton, H S Prannoy has reached the second round of men's singles of Japan Open 2019.
In Badminton, H S Prannoy has reached the second round of men's singles of Japan Open 2019.
- Question 145: Diksha Dagar is related with...? Diksha Dagar is related with...?
Explanation: Diksha Dagar's dream season continued as she sunk in a hole-in-one to lie tied-sixth after round one of the Lavaux Ladies Championship at Puidoux in Switzerland. The event is on the Ladies European Tour's Access Series, the second rung of the Tour.
Diksha Dagar's dream season continued as she sunk in a hole-in-one to lie tied-sixth after round one of the Lavaux Ladies Championship at Puidoux in Switzerland. The event is on the Ladies European Tour's Access Series, the second rung of the Tour.
- Question 146: ___ will bring in a legislation to ensure journalist job security
___ will bring in a legislation to ensure journalist job security
Explanation:The legislation aims at social security of Journalist and the same will also address the issues of retrenchment of Journalists and closure of TV channels and Newspapers publication houses.
The legislation aims at social security of Journalist and the same will also address the issues of retrenchment of Journalists and closure of TV channels and Newspapers publication houses.
- Question 147: Recently, Bihar cabinet has sanctioned __ crore for old age pension scheme?
Recently, Bihar cabinet has sanctioned __ crore for old age pension scheme?
Explanation:
- Question 148: __ Assembly has passed the bill, which will raise the OBC quota to 27%
__ Assembly has passed the bill, which will raise the OBC quota to 27%
Explanation:The will increase reservation in government jobs and education for Other Backward Classes (OBC) to 27 per cent from the present 14 per cent.
The will increase reservation in government jobs and education for Other Backward Classes (OBC) to 27 per cent from the present 14 per cent.
- Question 149: __ government has waived admission fees for students taking admission up to Post Graduate level whose parental income is less than 2 lakh rupees per year? __ government has waived admission fees for students taking admission up to Post Graduate level whose parental income is less than 2 lakh rupees per year?
Explanation:Assam government has waived admission fees for students taking admission up to Post Graduate level whose parental income is less than 2 lakh rupees per year.
All provincialized government colleges and 5 universities are incorporated under the scheme. Assam government has waived admission fees for students taking admission up to Post Graduate level whose parental income is less than 2 lakh rupees per year.
All provincialized government colleges and 5 universities are incorporated under the scheme.
- Question 150: Where is river Lidder?Where is river Lidder?
Explanation: Jammu & Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik has saluted the bravery of Tourist Guide Rouf Ahmad Dar, who lost his life while rescuing tourists from the Lidder river in Pahalgam. Jammu & Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik has saluted the bravery of Tourist Guide Rouf Ahmad Dar, who lost his life while rescuing tourists from the Lidder river in Pahalgam.
- Question 151: Bhagyabati Kachari is related with...?Bhagyabati Kachari is related with...?
Explanation:Bhagyabati Kachari has reached to the semifinals at the Thailand International Boxing Tournament in Bangkok.
Bhagyabati Kachari has reached to the semifinals at the Thailand International Boxing Tournament in Bangkok.
- Question 152: Abhay Singh and Tanvi Khanna are related withAbhay Singh and Tanvi Khanna are related with
Explanation:Abhay Singh and Asian Games medallist Tanvi Khanna have won the men's and women's titles, respectively in the sixth Bengal Open squash tournament in Kolkatta .
Abhay Singh and Asian Games medallist Tanvi Khanna have won the men's and women's titles, respectively in the sixth Bengal Open squash tournament in Kolkatta .
- Question 153: FDI inflow has witnessed a growth of ___ over the last six years?
FDI inflow has witnessed a growth of ___ over the last six years?
Explanation:Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflow has increased during the last six years from 36.05 billion US Dollars in 2013-14 to 64.38 billion US Dollars in 2018-19, clocking a growth of whooping 79 per cent.
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflow has increased during the last six years from 36.05 billion US Dollars in 2013-14 to 64.38 billion US Dollars in 2018-19, clocking a growth of whooping 79 per cent.
- Question 154: Lok Sabha has passed Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, which seeks to amend the Motor Vehicles Act...?
Lok Sabha has passed Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, which seeks to amend the Motor Vehicles Act...?
Explanation:Bill has clause related to increasing penalties of traffic violations, addressing issues on third-party insurance, regulation of cab aggregators and road safety are proposed in the amendment.
Bill has clause related to increasing penalties of traffic violations, addressing issues on third-party insurance, regulation of cab aggregators and road safety are proposed in the amendment.
- Question 155: ___ will host 2019 International shark meet?___ will host 2019 International shark meet?
Explanation:The summit aims set up a platform for researchers from across the globe working on shark and ray trade to share their experience in the field. The summit aims set up a platform for researchers from across the globe working on shark and ray trade to share their experience in the field.
- Question 156: Name the author of the book: Indo-Pak Relations: Beyond Pulwama & Balakot”Name the author of the book: Indo-Pak Relations: Beyond Pulwama & Balakot”
Explanation:The book talks about the fundamental causes of the Indo-Pak conflict since 1947. The book talks about the fundamental causes of the Indo-Pak conflict since 1947.
- Question 157: Name the new Chairman of Asian Boxing Confederation's (ASBC) competitions commission? Name the new Chairman of Asian Boxing Confederation's (ASBC) competitions commission?
Explanation:
- Question 158: NAM Ministerial Meeting 2019 held in...?NAM Ministerial Meeting 2019 held in...?
Explanation:Indian envoy to United Nations Syed Akbaruddin represented India at the 2019 Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Ministerial Meeting in Caracas, Venezuela. Indian envoy to United Nations Syed Akbaruddin represented India at the 2019 Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Ministerial Meeting in Caracas, Venezuela.
- Question 159: Saurabh Chaudhary is related with..?Saurabh Chaudhary is related with..?
Explanation: In ISSF shooting World Cup, in Munich Germany, India's Saurabh Chaudhary has won 10m Air Pistol Gold beating his own World Record .
In ISSF shooting World Cup, in Munich Germany, India's Saurabh Chaudhary has won 10m Air Pistol Gold beating his own World Record .
- Question 160: Govt will introduce Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill in Rajya Sabha, which seeks to amend the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code ...?.
Govt will introduce Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill in Rajya Sabha, which seeks to amend the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code ...?.
Explanation:The government is likely to introduce the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2019 in Rajya Sabha on July 24.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce a Bill, which seeks to amend the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
The government is likely to introduce the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2019 in Rajya Sabha on July 24.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce a Bill, which seeks to amend the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
- Question 161: Name the new New Chief Minister of Sikkim? Name the new New Chief Minister of Sikkim?
Explanation:Sikkim Krantikari Morcha, SKM President Prem Singh Golay (Tamang) today took oath as the New Chief Minister of Sikkim.
Governor Ganga Prasad administered the oath of office and secrecy to Mr. Golay and his council of ministers at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok amid a huge gathering of people. Along with Mr Golay, 11 cabinet ministers were also administered the oath.
Sikkim Krantikari Morcha, SKM President Prem Singh Golay (Tamang) today took oath as the New Chief Minister of Sikkim.
Governor Ganga Prasad administered the oath of office and secrecy to Mr. Golay and his council of ministers at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok amid a huge gathering of people. Along with Mr Golay, 11 cabinet ministers were also administered the oath.
- Question 162: Where is the Secretariat of BIMSTEC?
Where is the Secretariat of BIMSTEC?
Explanation:BIMSTEC: Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation
BIMSTEC member states are: Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand , Nepal and Bhutan —these are the countries dependent on the Bay of Bengal. BIMSTEC: Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation
BIMSTEC member states are: Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand , Nepal and Bhutan —these are the countries dependent on the Bay of Bengal.
- Question 163: It was in the year ___ that income Tax was introduced for the first time in India It was in the year ___ that income Tax was introduced for the first time in India
Explanation:The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is celebrating the 159th Income Tax Day on July 24.
It was on 24th July, 1860 that Income Tax was introduced for the first time in India by Sir James Wilson to compensate for the losses incurred by the British regime during the first war of independence against British Rule.
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is celebrating the 159th Income Tax Day on July 24.
It was on 24th July, 1860 that Income Tax was introduced for the first time in India by Sir James Wilson to compensate for the losses incurred by the British regime during the first war of independence against British Rule.
- Question 164: ADB has sanctioned about rupee __ crore for power projects in Tripura?
ADB has sanctioned about rupee __ crore for power projects in Tripura?
Explanation:The funds will be used to upgrade capacity of 63 MW Rokhia Project to 120 MW at an estimated cost of over 699 crores and modernizing Gumti Hydro Electric ProjectThe funds will be used to upgrade capacity of 63 MW Rokhia Project to 120 MW at an estimated cost of over 699 crores and modernizing Gumti Hydro Electric Project
- Question 165: In the term POCSO , what is the meaning of the term C?In the term POCSO , what is the meaning of the term C?
Explanation:The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2019 has been passed by Rajya Sabha.
The bill seeks to enhance punishment, including a provision for death penalty, for committing sexual crimes against children.
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2019 has been passed by Rajya Sabha.
The bill seeks to enhance punishment, including a provision for death penalty, for committing sexual crimes against children.
- Question 166: Recently, Fitch has cut India’s GDP growth forecast to -- for fiscal year 20? Recently, Fitch has cut India’s GDP growth forecast to -- for fiscal year 20?
Explanation: Fitch Ratings on Friday cut India’s economic growth forecast for the next financial year starting April 1, to 6.8 per cent from its previous estimate of 7 per cent, on weaker than expected momentum in the economy.
Fitch Ratings on Friday cut India’s economic growth forecast for the next financial year starting April 1, to 6.8 per cent from its previous estimate of 7 per cent, on weaker than expected momentum in the economy.
- Question 167: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the creation of buffer stock of ___ lakh Metric Tonnes of sugar for one year from the 1st of August?
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the creation of buffer stock of ___ lakh Metric Tonnes of sugar for one year from the 1st of August?
Explanation:CCEA has also approved the determination of Fair and Remunerative Price of sugarcane payable by sugar mills for 2019-20 sugar season at 275 rupees per quintal. CCEA has also approved the determination of Fair and Remunerative Price of sugarcane payable by sugar mills for 2019-20 sugar season at 275 rupees per quintal.
- Question 168: Krem Um Ladaw is a place in...? Krem Um Ladaw is a place in...?
Explanation: India's deepest shaft cave has been discovered at Krem Um Ladaw in East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya during the 28th edition of the annual Caving in the Abode of the Clouds Expedition. India's deepest shaft cave has been discovered at Krem Um Ladaw in East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya during the 28th edition of the annual Caving in the Abode of the Clouds Expedition.
- Question 169: Who is the Chairman of15th Finance Commission?
Who is the Chairman of15th Finance Commission?
Explanation:The 15th Finance Commission has met representatives of the Panchayati Raj Institutions, Urban Local Bodies and the Political Parties of Chhattisgarh in Raipur.
The 15th Finance Commission has met representatives of the Panchayati Raj Institutions, Urban Local Bodies and the Political Parties of Chhattisgarh in Raipur.
- Question 170: Name the author of the book - Chandra Shekhar- The Last Icon of Ideological Politics? Name the author of the book - Chandra Shekhar- The Last Icon of Ideological Politics?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited the families of all former Prime Ministers to share the important aspects of their lives to be put on display at the museum on Prime Ministers of India, where he released this book.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited the families of all former Prime Ministers to share the important aspects of their lives to be put on display at the museum on Prime Ministers of India, where he released this book.
- Question 171: Who will be the new Governor of MP ? Who will be the new Governor of MP ?
Explanation:Lalji Tandon will take oath as Madhya Pradesh Governor at a function at Raj Bhawan in Bhopal on July 29.
Lalji Tandon will take oath as Madhya Pradesh Governor at a function at Raj Bhawan in Bhopal on July 29.
- Question 172: Name the new governor of Andhra Pradesh Governor
Name the new governor of Andhra Pradesh Governor
Explanation:Biswa Bhusan Harichandan took charge as new Governor of Andhra Pradesh in Rajbhavan on July 25 in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Biswa Bhusan Harichandan took charge as new Governor of Andhra Pradesh in Rajbhavan on July 25 in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
- Question 173: BRICS Foreign Ministers Meet 2019 held in..?BRICS Foreign Ministers Meet 2019 held in..?
Explanation:BRICS have urged to prevent the financing of terrorist networks and terrorist actions from their territories.
The five nations Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa held its meeting of Foreign Ministers at Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.
BRICS have urged to prevent the financing of terrorist networks and terrorist actions from their territories.
The five nations Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa held its meeting of Foreign Ministers at Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.
- Question 174: Which of these is NOT a Basin country of Strait of Hormuz? Which of these is NOT a Basin country of Strait of Hormuz?
Explanation:There is unprecedented tension between Iran and the West, mainly regarding the safety of commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.There is unprecedented tension between Iran and the West, mainly regarding the safety of commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.
- Question 175: Govt has approves national permit scheme for inter-state travel for bus operators, which will increase state revenue by ___ per cent?
Govt has approves national permit scheme for inter-state travel for bus operators, which will increase state revenue by ___ per cent?
Explanation:The money will be directly credited to the states in a proportionate manner.
The money will be directly credited to the states in a proportionate manner.
- Question 176: Thrissur Pooram Festival is held in...?Thrissur Pooram Festival is held in...?
Explanation:Thrissur Pooram is an annual Hindu festival held in Kerala, India.
It is held at the Vadakkunnathan Temple in Thrissur every year on the Pooram day - the day when the moon rises with the Pooram star in the Malayalam Calendar month of Medam Thrissur Pooram is an annual Hindu festival held in Kerala, India.
It is held at the Vadakkunnathan Temple in Thrissur every year on the Pooram day - the day when the moon rises with the Pooram star in the Malayalam Calendar month of Medam
- Question 177: Which American city will Howdy, Modi, event on September 22?
Which American city will Howdy, Modi, event on September 22?
Explanation:Houston-based Texas India Forum will host a community summit in honor of visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the NRG Stadium on September 22.
The event will be called "Howdy, Modi!", mean how are you doing Modi.
Houston-based Texas India Forum will host a community summit in honor of visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the NRG Stadium on September 22.
The event will be called "Howdy, Modi!", mean how are you doing Modi.
- Question 178: The third meeting of the Advisory Council of the 15th Finance Commission was held in ...? The third meeting of the Advisory Council of the 15th Finance Commission was held in ...?
Explanation: During the meeting, the Council Members were d by the Commission on the progress made in terms of State Visits by the Commission and consultations with the RBI, bankers and financial institutions.
During the meeting, the Council Members were d by the Commission on the progress made in terms of State Visits by the Commission and consultations with the RBI, bankers and financial institutions.
- Question 179: Which committee has been formed to coordinate and strategize the preparation for the 2020 and 2024 Olympics?
Which committee has been formed to coordinate and strategize the preparation for the 2020 and 2024 Olympics?
Explanation:Committee will work to ensure that the performance of the Indian athletes is optimized in the Olympics and other multidisciplinary events.
Committee will work to ensure that the performance of the Indian athletes is optimized in the Olympics and other multidisciplinary events.
- Question 180: Japan plans to launch the world's fastest-ever bullet train Alfa-X by...? Japan plans to launch the world's fastest-ever bullet train Alfa-X by...?
Explanation:Alfa-X, which is capable of reaching 400 kilometers per hour (249 mph).Alfa-X, which is capable of reaching 400 kilometers per hour (249 mph).
- Question 181: ___ has recently launched the Mosquito Disease Protection Policy?___ has recently launched the Mosquito Disease Protection Policy?
Explanation: HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company has recently launched the - Mosquito Disease Protection Policy. HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company has recently launched the - Mosquito Disease Protection Policy.
- Question 182: Which is the first state to implement Pradhanamntri Suraksha Beema Yojna Which is the first state to implement Pradhanamntri Suraksha Beema Yojna
Explanation: Uttar Pradesh has become the first state to implement Pradhanamntri Suraksha Beema Yojna in the country.
As per a press release in the state as many as 1.95 crores people have been given insurance cover under the scheme till 31 march 2019.
Uttar Pradesh has become the first state to implement Pradhanamntri Suraksha Beema Yojna in the country.
As per a press release in the state as many as 1.95 crores people have been given insurance cover under the scheme till 31 march 2019.
- Question 183: Which city is targetting to plant 1 Crore tree within the next five years? Which city is targetting to plant 1 Crore tree within the next five years?
Explanation:Chief Minister Pema Khandu has launched the statewide tree plantation program known as Clean-Green Arunachal Campaign 2019’ in Itanagar.
Chief Minister Pema Khandu has launched the statewide tree plantation program known as Clean-Green Arunachal Campaign 2019’ in Itanagar.
- Question 184: Microsoft has unveiled fully-managed __ Blockchain Service ?Microsoft has unveiled fully-managed __ Blockchain Service ?
Explanation:Microsoft has unveiled fully-managed Azure Blockchain Service that would simplify the formation, management, and governance so that businesses can focus on workflow logic and application development.
Microsoft has unveiled fully-managed Azure Blockchain Service that would simplify the formation, management, and governance so that businesses can focus on workflow logic and application development.
- Question 185: SUPARCO is the official space agency of...?SUPARCO is the official space agency of...?
Explanation:SUPARCO: Space and Upper Atmosphere Research CommissionSUPARCO: Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission
- Question 186: The new official sponsor for the Indian cricket team is...The new official sponsor for the Indian cricket team is...
Explanation:From 5 September, 2019 until 31 March, 2022 team India players will sport Byju's logo. Till Sept. 5 team India sponsor will be Oppo. From 5 September, 2019 until 31 March, 2022 team India players will sport Byju's logo. Till Sept. 5 team India sponsor will be Oppo.
- Question 187: Indian Navy has launched its 4th Scorpene Class Submarine INS ___?
Indian Navy has launched its 4th Scorpene Class Submarine INS ___?
Explanation:The fourth of Indian Navy’s stealth Scorpene class Submarines of Project 75, INS Vela was launched at the Kanhoji Angre Wet Basin of Mazagon Dock Limited at Mumbai in Maharashtra.
The fourth of Indian Navy’s stealth Scorpene class Submarines of Project 75, INS Vela was launched at the Kanhoji Angre Wet Basin of Mazagon Dock Limited at Mumbai in Maharashtra.
- Question 188: Recently. ___ court denies bail to fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi for the third time.Recently. ___ court denies bail to fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi for the third time.
Explanation: A UK court has denied bail to Nirav Modi for the third time, saying that fugitive diamond merchant who is the main accused in the Punjab National Bank fraud and money laundering case amounting to up to 2 billion dollars would fail to surrender A UK court has denied bail to Nirav Modi for the third time, saying that fugitive diamond merchant who is the main accused in the Punjab National Bank fraud and money laundering case amounting to up to 2 billion dollars would fail to surrender
- Question 189: Who is the writer of the book - Fire and Fury Corps - Saga of Valour, Fortitude and Sacrifice?Who is the writer of the book - Fire and Fury Corps - Saga of Valour, Fortitude and Sacrifice?
Explanation:It is a coffee table book and have documents, images and textual content on the courage and bravery of the Fire and Fury Warriors and portrays the rich heritage and ethos of the Indian Army. It is a coffee table book and have documents, images and textual content on the courage and bravery of the Fire and Fury Warriors and portrays the rich heritage and ethos of the Indian Army.
- Question 190: Sai Praneeth is related with...Sai Praneeth is related with...
Explanation:Recently, India's challenge at the Japan Open ended after Sai Praneeth lost to top seed and local favourite Kento Momota in the semifinals in Tokyo.
Recently, India's challenge at the Japan Open ended after Sai Praneeth lost to top seed and local favourite Kento Momota in the semifinals in Tokyo.
- Question 191: India’s first dragon blood-oozing tree has recently discovered in ...? India’s first dragon blood-oozing tree has recently discovered in ...?
Explanation:Dragon tree species' sap turns bright red once it comes in contact with air.
The tree is of great value and its bright red resin used since ancient times as a medicine, body oil, varnish, incense and dye.Dragon tree species' sap turns bright red once it comes in contact with air.
The tree is of great value and its bright red resin used since ancient times as a medicine, body oil, varnish, incense and dye.
- Question 192: How many companies have won 2019 CSR Journal Excellence Awards?How many companies have won 2019 CSR Journal Excellence Awards?
Explanation: These companies are: Tata Power, ReNew Power, Hindustan Zinc, Aditya Birla Capital Ltd., YES Bank Ltd. and Mahindra & Mahindra These companies are: Tata Power, ReNew Power, Hindustan Zinc, Aditya Birla Capital Ltd., YES Bank Ltd. and Mahindra & Mahindra
- Question 193: Indian Naval Ships ___ will arrive at Qingdao in China on April 21 to participate in the International Fleet Review,Indian Naval Ships ___ will arrive at Qingdao in China on April 21 to participate in the International Fleet Review,
Explanation: Indian Naval Ships Kolkata and Shakti will arrive at Qingdao in China on to participate in the International Fleet Review, IFR as part of 70th Anniversary celebrations of People's Liberation Army (Navy).
International Fleet Review is a parade of naval ships, aircraft and submarines, and is organised by nations to promote goodwill, strengthen cooperation and showcase their organisational capabilities.
Indian Naval Ships Kolkata and Shakti will arrive at Qingdao in China on to participate in the International Fleet Review, IFR as part of 70th Anniversary celebrations of People's Liberation Army (Navy).
International Fleet Review is a parade of naval ships, aircraft and submarines, and is organised by nations to promote goodwill, strengthen cooperation and showcase their organisational capabilities.
- Question 194: Indian Railway's first printing press heritage gallery has come up in...?Indian Railway's first printing press heritage gallery has come up in...?
Explanation:The Western Railway has opened the first-of-its-kind printing press heritage gallery of the Indian Railways at Mahalaxmi in Mumbai.The Western Railway has opened the first-of-its-kind printing press heritage gallery of the Indian Railways at Mahalaxmi in Mumbai.
- Question 195: Name Britain's first Indian-origin home secretary?Name Britain's first Indian-origin home secretary?
Explanation: Priti Sushil Pate, 1 47-year old, is a British politician who has been Secretary of State for the Home Department since 24 July 2019.
Priti has Indian roots and she was born in London to a Ugandan-Indian family. Priti Sushil Pate, 1 47-year old, is a British politician who has been Secretary of State for the Home Department since 24 July 2019.
Priti has Indian roots and she was born in London to a Ugandan-Indian family.
- Question 196: Where is National Institute of Miners’ Health located? Where is National Institute of Miners’ Health located?
Explanation:The National Institute of Miners’ Health (NIMH) has been dissolved and merged with the National Institute of Occupational Health (NIOH), Ahmedabad. The National Institute of Miners’ Health (NIMH) has been dissolved and merged with the National Institute of Occupational Health (NIOH), Ahmedabad.
- Question 197: Where is Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences? Where is Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences?
Explanation:The Indian scientists at the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences also known as ARIES, has recently discovered 28 new variable stars in the Milky Way.
This is for the first time that variable stars have been identified in Globular cluster NGC 4147 in the constellation of Coma Berenices.The Indian scientists at the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences also known as ARIES, has recently discovered 28 new variable stars in the Milky Way.
This is for the first time that variable stars have been identified in Globular cluster NGC 4147 in the constellation of Coma Berenices.
- Question 198: International Day for Monuments and Sites was first celebrated in...?International Day for Monuments and Sites was first celebrated in...?
Explanation: i. In 1982, ICOMOS (International Council on Monuments and Sites) established 18 April as the International Day for Monuments and Sites.
i. In 1982, ICOMOS (International Council on Monuments and Sites) established 18 April as the International Day for Monuments and Sites.
- Question 199: Rohit Tokas is related with...? Rohit Tokas is related with...?
Explanation:Two Indian boxers have entered the pre-quarterfinals of the Asian Championship in Bangkok on Friday.
National champion Deepak in 49kg category and Rohit Tokas in 64kg category advanced to the last-16 stage with confident victories.
Two Indian boxers have entered the pre-quarterfinals of the Asian Championship in Bangkok on Friday.
National champion Deepak in 49kg category and Rohit Tokas in 64kg category advanced to the last-16 stage with confident victories.
- Question 200: ___ has become India’s First Comprehensive Financial Services App To Integrate With UPI?___ has become India’s First Comprehensive Financial Services App To Integrate With UPI?
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- Question 201: Name India's next High Commissioner to South Africa ?Name India's next High Commissioner to South Africa ?
Explanation: Jaideep Sarkar has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to South Africa. External Affairs Ministry said in New Delhi that he is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
Sarkar, a 1987-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, is currently serving as India's ambassador in Bhutan.
Jaideep Sarkar has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to South Africa. External Affairs Ministry said in New Delhi that he is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
Sarkar, a 1987-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, is currently serving as India's ambassador in Bhutan.
- Question 202: GST Council has reduced GST Rate on Electrical Vehicles from 12 per cent to __ per cent?GST Council has reduced GST Rate on Electrical Vehicles from 12 per cent to __ per cent?
Explanation:During its 36th meeting in New Delhi, the Council also decided to reduce the rate on Electric Vehicle Chargers from 18 percent to 5 percent.
The new rates will come into effect from the 1st of August.
During its 36th meeting in New Delhi, the Council also decided to reduce the rate on Electric Vehicle Chargers from 18 percent to 5 percent.
The new rates will come into effect from the 1st of August.
- Question 203: India's 7th Economic Census will begin from ...?
India's 7th Economic Census will begin from ...?
Explanation:The Economic census is conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) after a gap of five years.
The census will collect data through door to door survey of each household and commercial establishment under the provisions of Collection of Statistics Act 2008.
The Economic census is conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) after a gap of five years.
The census will collect data through door to door survey of each household and commercial establishment under the provisions of Collection of Statistics Act 2008.
- Question 204: Who is the winner of German Grand Prix 2019?Who is the winner of German Grand Prix 2019?
Explanation: Red Bull's driver Max Verstappen has won German Grand Prix at Hockenheim.
Verstappen now has the second title of the Formula One season.
Red Bull's driver Max Verstappen has won German Grand Prix at Hockenheim.
Verstappen now has the second title of the Formula One season.
- Question 205: __ will host 2022 Commonwealth?__ will host 2022 Commonwealth?
Explanation:The Commonwealth Games Federation has said it absolutely wants India to participate in the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games after the IOA wrote to the government, proposing a boycott for dropping shooting from the roster.
The Commonwealth Games Federation has said it absolutely wants India to participate in the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games after the IOA wrote to the government, proposing a boycott for dropping shooting from the roster.
- Question 206: ___ has received affiliation from BCCI and it will have its own cricket team?
___ has received affiliation from BCCI and it will have its own cricket team?
Explanation:After nearly four decades, Chandigarh has finally received affiliation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India and now the city will play in BCCI tournament.
After nearly four decades, Chandigarh has finally received affiliation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India and now the city will play in BCCI tournament.
- Question 207: The third edition of Khelo India Youth Games 2019 will be held in ...?The third edition of Khelo India Youth Games 2019 will be held in ...?
Explanation:The Games to be held from 18th January next year, and as many as 10,000 athletes and officials are expected to take part in this national event.
The Games to be held from 18th January next year, and as many as 10,000 athletes and officials are expected to take part in this national event.
- Question 208: ___ is hosting India-Nepal Logistics Summit 2019?___ is hosting India-Nepal Logistics Summit 2019?
Explanation: The theme of the summit is - Transforming Logistics Landscape
The theme of the summit is - Transforming Logistics Landscape
- Question 209: Global Tiger Day is observed on...?Global Tiger Day is observed on...?
Explanation:The 2014 country-level tiger assessment had shown a 30 percent increase of tigers.
From 1706 in 2010, the tiger population has increased to 2226 in 2014.The 2014 country-level tiger assessment had shown a 30 percent increase of tigers.
From 1706 in 2010, the tiger population has increased to 2226 in 2014.
- Question 210: What is the capital of Benin? What is the capital of Benin?
Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind has reached Benin on the first leg of his three nations tour to the West African region.
President Ram Nath Kovind has reached Benin on the first leg of his three nations tour to the West African region.
- Question 211: Simranjit Kaur is related with boxing...?Simranjit Kaur is related with boxing...?
Explanation: Six-time world champion Mary Kom and Simranjit Kaur won a gold medal in 23rd President's Cup Boxing Tournament in Labuan Bajo, Indonesia.
Six-time world champion Mary Kom and Simranjit Kaur won a gold medal in 23rd President's Cup Boxing Tournament in Labuan Bajo, Indonesia.
- Question 212: ___ has got Geographical Indication tag? ___ has got Geographical Indication tag?
Explanation:The mouthwatering rasagulla has bagged geographical indication or GI tag from the Registrar of Geographical Indication after a long wait.
Odisha has finally won the much-awaited ownership right over its Rasagola.
The Chennai-based Registrar of Geographical Indications yesterday issued the ownership certificate registering the sweetmeat as ‘Odisha Rasagola’ under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.
The mouthwatering rasagulla has bagged geographical indication or GI tag from the Registrar of Geographical Indication after a long wait.
Odisha has finally won the much-awaited ownership right over its Rasagola.
The Chennai-based Registrar of Geographical Indications yesterday issued the ownership certificate registering the sweetmeat as ‘Odisha Rasagola’ under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.
- Question 213: RBI has imposed a Rs 26 lakh fine on ....?
RBI has imposed a Rs 26 lakh fine on ....?
Explanation: The Reserve Bank has imposed a fine of about 26 lakh rupees on two online payment solutions providers for non-compliance of regulatory guidelines.
The central bank said in a release that Mobikwik Systems Private Limited has been slapped a fine of 15 lakh rupees while Hip Bar Pvt Ltd faced a fine of 10.85 lakh rupees.
The Reserve Bank has imposed a fine of about 26 lakh rupees on two online payment solutions providers for non-compliance of regulatory guidelines.
The central bank said in a release that Mobikwik Systems Private Limited has been slapped a fine of 15 lakh rupees while Hip Bar Pvt Ltd faced a fine of 10.85 lakh rupees.
- Question 214: Annie Zaidi is .../Annie Zaidi is .../
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- Question 215: Indian IT companies have contributed__ billion dollars to the GDP of the US in 2017.Indian IT companies have contributed__ billion dollars to the GDP of the US in 2017.
Explanation:India's Ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringla yesterday said that Indian IT companies contributed 57.2 billion dollars to the GDP of the US in 2017.
India's Ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringla yesterday said that Indian IT companies contributed 57.2 billion dollars to the GDP of the US in 2017.
- Question 216: Atal Innovation Mission is a flagship initiative set up by the ...?Atal Innovation Mission is a flagship initiative set up by the ...?
Explanation: NITI Aayog's flagship initiative, the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) will launch a new programme for Community Innovation in New Delhi. The new initiative aims to encourage the spirit of innovation in the country.
NITI Aayog's flagship initiative, the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) will launch a new programme for Community Innovation in New Delhi. The new initiative aims to encourage the spirit of innovation in the country.
- Question 217: Parliament has passed the Companies (Amendment) Bill, which seeks to amend Companies Act....
Parliament has passed the Companies (Amendment) Bill, which seeks to amend Companies Act....
Explanation:The will strive to tighten Corporate Social Responsibility-CSR compliance, transfer certain responsibilities to National Company Law Tribunal and recategorise certain offences as civil offences. The will strive to tighten Corporate Social Responsibility-CSR compliance, transfer certain responsibilities to National Company Law Tribunal and recategorise certain offences as civil offences.
- Question 218: Where is Netravati River?
Where is Netravati River?
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- Question 219: Prithvi Shaw is related with...Prithvi Shaw is related with...
Explanation: Indian Test opener Prithvi Shaw has been suspended by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) till November 15, 2019, for a doping violation. Indian Test opener Prithvi Shaw has been suspended by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) till November 15, 2019, for a doping violation.