- Question 1: Name the cyclonic storm which caused widespread rain in Tamil Nadu and Kerala?
Name the cyclonic storm which caused widespread rain in Tamil Nadu and Kerala?
Explanation:The cyclonic storm - Ockhi - has caused widespread rain along with ferocious winds in Southern Kerala, South Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep Islands.
It has left a trail of destruction in Kanyakumari district and adjoining areas where relief measures are going on in full swing.The cyclonic storm - Ockhi - has caused widespread rain along with ferocious winds in Southern Kerala, South Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep Islands.
It has left a trail of destruction in Kanyakumari district and adjoining areas where relief measures are going on in full swing.
- Question 2: On December 1 __ celebrated its 54th Statehood Day ?On December 1 __ celebrated its 54th Statehood Day ?
Explanation:Nagaland is all set to celebrate the 54th Statehood Day and the 18th Hornbill festival 2017 today at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama. President Ram Nath Kovind who is on a maiden visit to the state will grace the occasion and inaugurate the 10 day State Hornbill festival 2017.
Nagaland is all set to celebrate the 54th Statehood Day and the 18th Hornbill festival 2017 today at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama. President Ram Nath Kovind who is on a maiden visit to the state will grace the occasion and inaugurate the 10 day State Hornbill festival 2017.
- Question 3: Saraswati Tripathy who passed away recently was a famous..?Saraswati Tripathy who passed away recently was a famous..?
Explanation: Prominent Gandhian and freedom fighter Saraswati Tripathy passed away yesterday. She was 89. Saraswati Tripathy, wife of late freedom fighter Brundaban Tripathy, was suffering from old age related ailments.
Prominent Gandhian and freedom fighter Saraswati Tripathy passed away yesterday. She was 89. Saraswati Tripathy, wife of late freedom fighter Brundaban Tripathy, was suffering from old age related ailments.
- Question 4: Ajeya Warrior 2017 is a military exercise between India and the ...? Ajeya Warrior 2017 is a military exercise between India and the ...?
Explanation: A 14 day long Combined Military exercise ‘Ajeya Warrior- 2017’ between India and the UK begins near Bikaner this morning. The exercise will take place in the Mahajan Field Firing Range near Bikaner of Rajasthan.
A 14 day long Combined Military exercise ‘Ajeya Warrior- 2017’ between India and the UK begins near Bikaner this morning. The exercise will take place in the Mahajan Field Firing Range near Bikaner of Rajasthan.
- Question 5: Complete the full form of AAR: Air to Air ...?Complete the full form of AAR: Air to Air ...?
Explanation:An Indian Air Force Embraer transport aircraft specialised to conduct Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) function, successfully carried out Air to Air Refuelling (AAR) to fly a long duration flight beyond the aircraft’s stated endurance.An Indian Air Force Embraer transport aircraft specialised to conduct Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) function, successfully carried out Air to Air Refuelling (AAR) to fly a long duration flight beyond the aircraft’s stated endurance.
- Question 6: Kathakar - International Storytellers Festival has been inaugurated in.. ?
Kathakar - International Storytellers Festival has been inaugurated in.. ?
Explanation: Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju will inaugurate 7th edition of three day Kathakar - International Storytellers Festival in New Delhi.
Kathakar is the only oral storytelling festival in India and is a part of Ghummakkad Narain- the Travelling Literature Festival which was started under the aegis of UNESCO in 2010. The Festival is an attempt not only to preserve the art form but also create new audiences for the same. This year festival will be hosted in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida and Mumbai.
Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju will inaugurate 7th edition of three day Kathakar - International Storytellers Festival in New Delhi.
Kathakar is the only oral storytelling festival in India and is a part of Ghummakkad Narain- the Travelling Literature Festival which was started under the aegis of UNESCO in 2010. The Festival is an attempt not only to preserve the art form but also create new audiences for the same. This year festival will be hosted in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida and Mumbai.
- Question 7: The Cabinet has given its approval for signing and ratification of the Investment Cooperation and Facilitation Treaty (ICFT) between India and ... ?The Cabinet has given its approval for signing and ratification of the Investment Cooperation and Facilitation Treaty (ICFT) between India and ... ?
Explanation: The Cabinet has also given its approval for signing and ratification of the Investment Cooperation and Facilitation Treaty (ICFT) between India and Brazil.
The Treaty will result in increase of investment flows between the two countries. It will also provide appropriate facilitation to Brazilian investors in India and Indian investors in the Brazil.
The Cabinet has also given its approval for signing and ratification of the Investment Cooperation and Facilitation Treaty (ICFT) between India and Brazil.
The Treaty will result in increase of investment flows between the two countries. It will also provide appropriate facilitation to Brazilian investors in India and Indian investors in the Brazil.
- Question 8: Which Constitutional Amendment Bill Bill will grant constitutional status to NCBC?
Which Constitutional Amendment Bill Bill will grant constitutional status to NCBC?
Explanation: The proposed 123rd Constitutional Amendment Bill was first introduced and passed in the Lok Sabha. But, the Rajya Sabha passed it with certain amendments in the last session. This resulted in two different versions of the bill being passed by the two houses.
Therefore, the bill will now have to be reintroduced in the Lok Sabha.
The proposed 123rd Constitutional Amendment Bill was first introduced and passed in the Lok Sabha. But, the Rajya Sabha passed it with certain amendments in the last session. This resulted in two different versions of the bill being passed by the two houses.
Therefore, the bill will now have to be reintroduced in the Lok Sabha.
- Question 9: A Bill will grant constitutional status to NCBC to be re-introduced in Lok Sabha? In NBCC, what is the meaning of B ?
A Bill will grant constitutional status to NCBC to be re-introduced in Lok Sabha? In NBCC, what is the meaning of B ?
Explanation: Cabinet has cleared official amendments for reintroduction of a bill in the Lok Sabha in the forthcoming winter session to grant constitutional status to the National Commission for Backward Classes, NCBC.
Sources said, the Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved yesterday the amendments to clear the decks for reintroduction of the bill. Once passed by Parliament, the NCBC will have full powers to safeguard the rights and interests of OBCs.
Cabinet has cleared official amendments for reintroduction of a bill in the Lok Sabha in the forthcoming winter session to grant constitutional status to the National Commission for Backward Classes, NCBC.
Sources said, the Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved yesterday the amendments to clear the decks for reintroduction of the bill. Once passed by Parliament, the NCBC will have full powers to safeguard the rights and interests of OBCs.
- Question 10: Manodhairya scheme is related with....?Manodhairya scheme is related with....?
Explanation:The Bombay High Court has asked the Maharashtra government to notify the revised Manodhairya scheme under which monetary compensation to victims of rape and other offences against women was raised to Rs 10 lakh.
The government had told the court on Wednesday that it would revise the scheme, after facing flak from the court over the original scheme launched in October 2013.
The Bombay High Court has asked the Maharashtra government to notify the revised Manodhairya scheme under which monetary compensation to victims of rape and other offences against women was raised to Rs 10 lakh.
The government had told the court on Wednesday that it would revise the scheme, after facing flak from the court over the original scheme launched in October 2013.
- Question 11: ___ has resigned as national observer for Indian boxing?
___ has resigned as national observer for Indian boxing?
Explanation: Five-time world champion M C Mary Kom has resigned as the national observer for Indian boxing.
Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore had recently made it clear that active sportspersons will not be considered for the position.
Mary Kom said that she resigned as national observer 10 days ago after having a word with the Minister.
Five-time world champion M C Mary Kom has resigned as the national observer for Indian boxing.
Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore had recently made it clear that active sportspersons will not be considered for the position.
Mary Kom said that she resigned as national observer 10 days ago after having a word with the Minister.
- Question 12: Mahesh Mangaonkar is related with...?Mahesh Mangaonkar is related with...?
Explanation: Mahesh Mangaonkar did the star turn as eighth seed India edged out seventh seed Germany 2-1 and moved to the quarterfinal of the WSF World men's team squash championship in Marseille, France.
Mahesh Mangaonkar did the star turn as eighth seed India edged out seventh seed Germany 2-1 and moved to the quarterfinal of the WSF World men's team squash championship in Marseille, France.
- Question 13: UN seeks record $22.5 billion in humanitarian aid for...?
UN seeks record $22.5 billion in humanitarian aid for...?
Explanation:The United Nations is appealing for a record 22.5 billion Dollar to provide humanitarian assistance to 91 million victims of conflict and natural disasters in 2018.
According to Mark Lowcock, the UN undersecretary-general for humanitarian affairs and emergency relief coordinator, the money is to be used to give tens of millions of the world's most vulnerable people food, shelter, health care, emergency education, protection and other essential relief next year.
The United Nations is appealing for a record 22.5 billion Dollar to provide humanitarian assistance to 91 million victims of conflict and natural disasters in 2018.
According to Mark Lowcock, the UN undersecretary-general for humanitarian affairs and emergency relief coordinator, the money is to be used to give tens of millions of the world's most vulnerable people food, shelter, health care, emergency education, protection and other essential relief next year.
- Question 14: Where is the Headquarters of International Maritime Organization? Where is the Headquarters of International Maritime Organization?
Explanation: India was re-elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organisation at an assembly of the body at its headquarters in London on Friday. Indian High Commissioner to the UK, YK Sinha represented India at the assembly where India secured the second-highest 144 number of votes from member-countries, just after Germany's 146.
India was re-elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organisation at an assembly of the body at its headquarters in London on Friday. Indian High Commissioner to the UK, YK Sinha represented India at the assembly where India secured the second-highest 144 number of votes from member-countries, just after Germany's 146.
- Question 15: World AIDS day is observed on...?World AIDS day is observed on...?
Explanation:World AIDS day is celebrated every year all over the world on December 1st to raise the public awareness about Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome, AIDS. The theme for World AIDS day 2017 is - Right to health. World AIDS day is celebrated every year all over the world on December 1st to raise the public awareness about Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome, AIDS. The theme for World AIDS day 2017 is - Right to health.
- Question 16: BSF Raising Day is celebrated on BSF Raising Day is celebrated on
Explanation:Border Security Force (BSF), the sentinels of Indian borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh, celebrated its 52nd Anniversary of Raising Day on 1st December.
BSF is the biggest border guarding force in the world. It came into existence on the eventful day of 1st December, 1965.Border Security Force (BSF), the sentinels of Indian borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh, celebrated its 52nd Anniversary of Raising Day on 1st December.
BSF is the biggest border guarding force in the world. It came into existence on the eventful day of 1st December, 1965.
- Question 17: IMF has approved $88 billion Credit Line For ....?IMF has approved $88 billion Credit Line For ....?
Explanation:The International Monetary Fund has approved a new USD 88 billion credit line for Mexico, replacing the existing line.
The two-year flexible credit line boosts Mexico’s ability to immediately deal with a potential need for liquidity, without having to request an IMF loan.The International Monetary Fund has approved a new USD 88 billion credit line for Mexico, replacing the existing line.
The two-year flexible credit line boosts Mexico’s ability to immediately deal with a potential need for liquidity, without having to request an IMF loan.
- Question 18: ___ celebrates Hornbill festival ? ___ celebrates Hornbill festival ?
Explanation:Nagaland is all set to celebrate the 54th Statehood Day and the 18th Hornbill festival 2017 at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama.
Nagaland is all set to celebrate the 54th Statehood Day and the 18th Hornbill festival 2017 at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama.
- Question 19: How much budget has been allocated for National Nutrition Mission? How much budget has been allocated for National Nutrition Mission?
Explanation:The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved setting up of National Nutrition Mission (NNM) with a three year budget of Rs.9046.17 crore commencing from 2017-18.The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved setting up of National Nutrition Mission (NNM) with a three year budget of Rs.9046.17 crore commencing from 2017-18.
- Question 20: Jenny Kim has been crowned Miss Supranational 2017. She is from.... ? Jenny Kim has been crowned Miss Supranational 2017. She is from.... ?
Explanation:Jenny Kim, a South Korean beauty pageant titleholder, has been crowned Miss Supranational 2017 in Krynica-Zdroj, Poland on December 1, 2017. She was crowned by the very beautiful Miss Supranational 2016 “Srinidhi Ramesh Shetty” of India. Altogether 65 contestants from across the globe participated at the prestigious pageant with Jenny Kim emerging victorious. Jenny Kim, a South Korean beauty pageant titleholder, has been crowned Miss Supranational 2017 in Krynica-Zdroj, Poland on December 1, 2017. She was crowned by the very beautiful Miss Supranational 2016 “Srinidhi Ramesh Shetty” of India. Altogether 65 contestants from across the globe participated at the prestigious pageant with Jenny Kim emerging victorious.
- Question 21: Who was the chief guest of the Shared Value Summit (SVS-2017) in New Delhi?Who was the chief guest of the Shared Value Summit (SVS-2017) in New Delhi?
Explanation:Suresh Prabhu, the Union Minister of Industry and Commerce, was the chief guest for the Shared Value Summit 2017 in New Delhi on December 1.
The summit was organised by Shared Value Initiative India, Institute for Competitiveness (India), and SoulAce & India Council on Competitiveness in association with BusinessLine. Suresh Prabhu, the Union Minister of Industry and Commerce, was the chief guest for the Shared Value Summit 2017 in New Delhi on December 1.
The summit was organised by Shared Value Initiative India, Institute for Competitiveness (India), and SoulAce & India Council on Competitiveness in association with BusinessLine.
- Question 22: Who has been sworn-in as the new President of Republic of Kenya?Who has been sworn-in as the new President of Republic of Kenya?
Explanation:Uhuru Kenyatta has been sworn-in for a second and final five-year term for the post of President of Republic of Kenya, a month after winning a bitterly disputed election rerun marked by delays and boycott. Several heads of states and tens of thousands of his supporters attended the inauguration at a stadium in the capital, Nairobi, on 28th November 2017. Uhuru Kenyatta has been sworn-in for a second and final five-year term for the post of President of Republic of Kenya, a month after winning a bitterly disputed election rerun marked by delays and boycott. Several heads of states and tens of thousands of his supporters attended the inauguration at a stadium in the capital, Nairobi, on 28th November 2017.
- Question 23: What is the theme of the 2017 International Day of Persons with Disabilities?What is the theme of the 2017 International Day of Persons with Disabilities?
Explanation:The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed every year on December 3 to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life. The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed every year on December 3 to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.
- Question 24: ___ will host a ministerial meeting of UN Security Council (UNSC) on North Korea’ nuclear efforts?___ will host a ministerial meeting of UN Security Council (UNSC) on North Korea’ nuclear efforts?
Explanation:Japan will host a ministerial meeting of the UN Security Council (UNSC) on December 15, which will be focused on finding peaceful ways to pressure North Korea to halt its nuclear and ballistic missile tests and de-nuclearise the Korean peninsula. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is expected to brief the council.Japan will host a ministerial meeting of the UN Security Council (UNSC) on December 15, which will be focused on finding peaceful ways to pressure North Korea to halt its nuclear and ballistic missile tests and de-nuclearise the Korean peninsula. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is expected to brief the council.
- Question 25: Which state government will set up the world’s first IT Campus for differently-abled persons?Which state government will set up the world’s first IT Campus for differently-abled persons?
Explanation:The Telangana State Government will set up the world’s first IT Campus for differently-abled persons. On the occasion of the World Disability Day (WDD), the state Government has signed an agreement with Vindhya E-Infomedia Private Limited to set up the Information and Technology (IT) campus to focus on creating employment opportunities for persons with disabilities on December 3, 2017. The Telangana State Government will set up the world’s first IT Campus for differently-abled persons. On the occasion of the World Disability Day (WDD), the state Government has signed an agreement with Vindhya E-Infomedia Private Limited to set up the Information and Technology (IT) campus to focus on creating employment opportunities for persons with disabilities on December 3, 2017.
- Question 26: Who has been appointed as the new CEO and MD of Infosys?Who has been appointed as the new CEO and MD of Infosys?
Explanation:Salil S Parekh has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director (MD) of Infosys, with effective from January 2, 2018. Parekh joins Infosys from Capgemini, where he was a member of the Group Executive Board.Salil S Parekh has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director (MD) of Infosys, with effective from January 2, 2018. Parekh joins Infosys from Capgemini, where he was a member of the Group Executive Board.
- Question 27: ___ hosts Konark Dance Festival ? ___ hosts Konark Dance Festival ?
Explanation:The 2017 Konark dance festival has started on December 1, 2017 in backdrop of the Sun temple in Konark, Odisha. It is one of the biggest dance festivals held in India. The 2017 Konark dance festival has started on December 1, 2017 in backdrop of the Sun temple in Konark, Odisha. It is one of the biggest dance festivals held in India.
- Question 28: Deepika Kumari is related with...? Deepika Kumari is related with...?
Explanation: India's Deepika Kumari has won the bronze medal at the Indoor Archery World Cup Stage 2 that concluded in Bangkok on Sunday.
Deepika, seeded third, defeated 13th seeded Sayana Tsyrempilova of Russia 7-3 in the women's recurve bronze play-off.
India's Deepika Kumari has won the bronze medal at the Indoor Archery World Cup Stage 2 that concluded in Bangkok on Sunday.
Deepika, seeded third, defeated 13th seeded Sayana Tsyrempilova of Russia 7-3 in the women's recurve bronze play-off.
- Question 29: ____ is hosting the 6th International Tourism Mart 2017?____ is hosting the 6th International Tourism Mart 2017?
Explanation:The 6th International Tourism Mart 2017 has started in Guwahati, Assam on December 5.
The three day program has been organized by Ministry of Tourism in association with all North Eastern states. Panel discussions, workshops, business to business meetings, cultural programs are being organized. The 6th International Tourism Mart 2017 has started in Guwahati, Assam on December 5.
The three day program has been organized by Ministry of Tourism in association with all North Eastern states. Panel discussions, workshops, business to business meetings, cultural programs are being organized.
- Question 30: __ has launched new virtual currency - Petro?__ has launched new virtual currency - Petro?
Explanation:Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro launched a crypto-currency - Petro - to advance issues of monetary sovereignty, make financial transactions and overcome the financial blockade. Beside this, Petro will also circumvent US-led financial sanctions. The digital currency will be backed by Venezuelan reserves of gold, oil, gas and diamonds. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro launched a crypto-currency - Petro - to advance issues of monetary sovereignty, make financial transactions and overcome the financial blockade. Beside this, Petro will also circumvent US-led financial sanctions. The digital currency will be backed by Venezuelan reserves of gold, oil, gas and diamonds.
- Question 31: ___ is hosting the 22nd conference of Asian Harmonization Working Party (AHWP)?___ is hosting the 22nd conference of Asian Harmonization Working Party (AHWP)?
Explanation:Anupriya Patel, MoS (Health & Family Welfare), has recently inaugurated the 22nd conference of Asian Harmonization Working Party (AHWP) at New Delhi.
The key objective of the event is to develop and recommend approaches for the convergence and harmonization of medical device regulations in Asia and beyond and to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and expertise amongst regulators and the industry.
Anupriya Patel, MoS (Health & Family Welfare), has recently inaugurated the 22nd conference of Asian Harmonization Working Party (AHWP) at New Delhi.
The key objective of the event is to develop and recommend approaches for the convergence and harmonization of medical device regulations in Asia and beyond and to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and expertise amongst regulators and the industry.
- Question 32: Name the new President of National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI)?Name the new President of National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI)?
Explanation:Rahul Singh, Founder & CEO of The Beer Café, has taken over as the new President of the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) in New Delhi. Rahul Singh, Founder & CEO of The Beer Café, has taken over as the new President of the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) in New Delhi.
- Question 33: Which country has recently withdraw from United Nations Global Compact on Migration?Which country has recently withdraw from United Nations Global Compact on Migration?
Explanation:The United States has pulled out from the UN Global Compact on Migration as it does not meet the policies and principles of the Donald Trump administration.
The US has been a part of the non-binding New York Declaration for Refugees and Migrants since it was unanimously adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2016. The United States has pulled out from the UN Global Compact on Migration as it does not meet the policies and principles of the Donald Trump administration.
The US has been a part of the non-binding New York Declaration for Refugees and Migrants since it was unanimously adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2016.
- Question 34: India’s largest floating solar power plant has been opened in...? India’s largest floating solar power plant has been opened in...?
Explanation:India’s largest floating solar power plant has become operational at the Banasura Sagar dam in Wayanad, Kerala on December 5, 2017.
The solar power plant that floats on the surface of water has a capacity of 500 kilowatts (KW). It consists of 1,938 solar panels with a capacity of 260 watts, a 500 kilo volt ampere (KVA) transformer and 17 inverters. India’s largest floating solar power plant has become operational at the Banasura Sagar dam in Wayanad, Kerala on December 5, 2017.
The solar power plant that floats on the surface of water has a capacity of 500 kilowatts (KW). It consists of 1,938 solar panels with a capacity of 260 watts, a 500 kilo volt ampere (KVA) transformer and 17 inverters.
- Question 35: World Soil Day is celebrated on..World Soil Day is celebrated on..
Explanation:The World Soil Day (WSD) is observed every year on December 5 to communicate messages on the importance of soil quality for food security, healthy ecosystems and human well-being. The 2017 theme is “Caring for the Planet starts from the Ground”The World Soil Day (WSD) is observed every year on December 5 to communicate messages on the importance of soil quality for food security, healthy ecosystems and human well-being. The 2017 theme is “Caring for the Planet starts from the Ground”
- Question 36: The Asian Development Bank has approved how ___ for Reliance Bangladesh Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)?The Asian Development Bank has approved how ___ for Reliance Bangladesh Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)?
Explanation: ADB’s financing package includes loans and partial risk guarantees for the power generation facility, as well as for the LNG terminal. The total project cost is approximately $1 billion. ADB’s financing package includes loans and partial risk guarantees for the power generation facility, as well as for the LNG terminal. The total project cost is approximately $1 billion.
- Question 37: How many districts are there in the National Capital Region (NCR)?How many districts are there in the National Capital Region (NCR)?
Explanation:The Shamli district of Uttar Pradesh has been included in the National Capital Region (NCR). With this, the total number of districts in the NCR goes to 23.
The decision to include Shamli in the NCR was taken at the 37th meeting of the National Capital Region Planning Board held in New Delhi on December 4, 2017. The Shamli district of Uttar Pradesh has been included in the National Capital Region (NCR). With this, the total number of districts in the NCR goes to 23.
The decision to include Shamli in the NCR was taken at the 37th meeting of the National Capital Region Planning Board held in New Delhi on December 4, 2017.
- Question 38: UNESCO has recognised ___ Mela as cultural heritage of humanity?
UNESCO has recognised ___ Mela as cultural heritage of humanity?
Explanation:India's Kumbh Mela has been recognised by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
In a tweet, the international organisation said, Kumbh Mela was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity at its 12th session in South Korea.
India's Kumbh Mela has been recognised by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
In a tweet, the international organisation said, Kumbh Mela was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity at its 12th session in South Korea.
- Question 39: Which country’s team has won the 2017 South Asian Regional Badminton Team Championship?Which country’s team has won the 2017 South Asian Regional Badminton Team Championship?
Explanation:India has won the first-ever South Asian Regional Badminton Team Championship. In the title clash played in Guwahati on 6th December 2017, India defeated Nepal, 3-0. The Indian team, which came into the Final without losing a single match, continued their good run with Aryaman Tandon drawing first blood in the boys’ singles competition. He defeated Dipesh Dhami 21-9, 21-15. Ashmita Chaliha continued the Indian juggernaut as she danced her way to a 21-9, 21-6 win over Rashila Maharjan in the Girls’ singles event. In Boys’ Doubles, the pair of Arintap Dasgupta and Krishna Prasad came back from a game behind to beat the duo of Dipesh Dhami and Nabin Shrestha 19-21, 21-14, 21-11 to seal the deal for India. India has won the first-ever South Asian Regional Badminton Team Championship. In the title clash played in Guwahati on 6th December 2017, India defeated Nepal, 3-0. The Indian team, which came into the Final without losing a single match, continued their good run with Aryaman Tandon drawing first blood in the boys’ singles competition. He defeated Dipesh Dhami 21-9, 21-15. Ashmita Chaliha continued the Indian juggernaut as she danced her way to a 21-9, 21-6 win over Rashila Maharjan in the Girls’ singles event. In Boys’ Doubles, the pair of Arintap Dasgupta and Krishna Prasad came back from a game behind to beat the duo of Dipesh Dhami and Nabin Shrestha 19-21, 21-14, 21-11 to seal the deal for India.
- Question 40: ___ has launched UNICEF-ICC’s adolescent campaign “Power of Sports to Shape the Future of Adolescents”?___ has launched UNICEF-ICC’s adolescent campaign “Power of Sports to Shape the Future of Adolescents”?
Explanation:Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has launched the UNICEF-ICC’s adolescent campaign “Power of Sports to Shape the Future of Adolescents” in Colombo, Sri Lanka to promote a UNICEF sports initiative for youngsters in South Asia. Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has launched the UNICEF-ICC’s adolescent campaign “Power of Sports to Shape the Future of Adolescents” in Colombo, Sri Lanka to promote a UNICEF sports initiative for youngsters in South Asia.
- Question 41: Mohamad Al Jounde has been honoured with the International Children’s Peace Prize 2017. He is hails from...? Mohamad Al Jounde has been honoured with the International Children’s Peace Prize 2017. He is hails from...?
Explanation:Mohamad Al Jounde (16) from Syria has been honoured with the International Children’s Peace Prize 2017 for his efforts to ensure the rights of Syrian refugee children. Al Jounde, a refugee of the Syrian civil war, set up a school together with his family in a Lebanese refugee camp that currently provides 200 children with education. Mohamad Al Jounde (16) from Syria has been honoured with the International Children’s Peace Prize 2017 for his efforts to ensure the rights of Syrian refugee children. Al Jounde, a refugee of the Syrian civil war, set up a school together with his family in a Lebanese refugee camp that currently provides 200 children with education.
- Question 42: India has joined Wassenaar Arrangement as its __ member?
India has joined Wassenaar Arrangement as its __ member?
Explanation:India joined the Wassenaar Arrangement after completing the internal procedures. The membership will facilitate high-technology tie-ups for country's defense and space programmes.
India has become the arrangement's 42nd participating State. In a tweet, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has thanked all the 41 Wassenaar Arrangement member states for their support.
The Wassenaar Arrangement on Export Controls for Conventional Arms and Dual-Use Goods and Technologies, commonly known as the Wassenaar Arrangement, is a multilateral export control regime (MECR) with 42 participating states including many former Comecon (Warsaw Pact) countries
India joined the Wassenaar Arrangement after completing the internal procedures. The membership will facilitate high-technology tie-ups for country's defense and space programmes.
India has become the arrangement's 42nd participating State. In a tweet, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has thanked all the 41 Wassenaar Arrangement member states for their support.
The Wassenaar Arrangement on Export Controls for Conventional Arms and Dual-Use Goods and Technologies, commonly known as the Wassenaar Arrangement, is a multilateral export control regime (MECR) with 42 participating states including many former Comecon (Warsaw Pact) countries
- Question 43: Which state assembly has passed a Bill awarding death to those found guilty of raping girls aged 12 and below?Which state assembly has passed a Bill awarding death to those found guilty of raping girls aged 12 and below?
Explanation:The Madhya Pradesh Assembly has unanimously passed a Bill awarding death to those found guilty of raping girls aged 12 and below on December 4, 2017. With this, Madhya Pradesh has become the India’s first State where those convicted of such rapes will face the gallows. The Capital punishment would be awarded to convicts under Section 376 (A), which is related to rape, and Section 376 (D, A), pertaining to gang rape. The Bill will now be sent to the President for his assent after which it will become a law. The Madhya Pradesh Assembly has unanimously passed a Bill awarding death to those found guilty of raping girls aged 12 and below on December 4, 2017. With this, Madhya Pradesh has become the India’s first State where those convicted of such rapes will face the gallows. The Capital punishment would be awarded to convicts under Section 376 (A), which is related to rape, and Section 376 (D, A), pertaining to gang rape. The Bill will now be sent to the President for his assent after which it will become a law.
- Question 44: What is the current repo rate in the 5th bi-monthly Monetary Policy Review (MPR) of RBI for 2017-18?What is the current repo rate in the 5th bi-monthly Monetary Policy Review (MPR) of RBI for 2017-18?
Explanation:The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept the key interest rate “repo rate” unchanged at 6% and reverse repo at 5.75% in its fifth bi-monthly monetary policy review for the year 2017-18 on December 6, 2017, as it feared that inflation may top the central bank’s medium-term target of 4%. It also maintained its neutral policy stance. Consequently, the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate remained at 6.25%. The central bank has raised inflation forecast to 4.3-4.7% in third and fourth quarters of current fiscal and kept the economic growth forecast “Gross Value Added (GVA)” unchanged at 6.7%. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept the key interest rate “repo rate” unchanged at 6% and reverse repo at 5.75% in its fifth bi-monthly monetary policy review for the year 2017-18 on December 6, 2017, as it feared that inflation may top the central bank’s medium-term target of 4%. It also maintained its neutral policy stance. Consequently, the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate and the Bank Rate remained at 6.25%. The central bank has raised inflation forecast to 4.3-4.7% in third and fourth quarters of current fiscal and kept the economic growth forecast “Gross Value Added (GVA)” unchanged at 6.7%.
- Question 45: Which state government will launch - Guru-Shishya - programme in all districts of the state?Which state government will launch - Guru-Shishya - programme in all districts of the state?
Explanation:The Rajasthan government will soon introduce ‘Guru-Shishya’ programme in all districts, under which college students can raise discuss with their teachers the issues and problems related to their institutes. According to state Higher Education Minister Kiran Maheshwari, the programme will be held in one nodal college in each district where students selected on merit and elected members of students union would participate. It will soon begin from Jaipur. The Rajasthan government will soon introduce ‘Guru-Shishya’ programme in all districts, under which college students can raise discuss with their teachers the issues and problems related to their institutes. According to state Higher Education Minister Kiran Maheshwari, the programme will be held in one nodal college in each district where students selected on merit and elected members of students union would participate. It will soon begin from Jaipur.
- Question 46: Which state has become the India’s first state to endorse Centre’s triple talaq draft bill?Which state has become the India’s first state to endorse Centre’s triple talaq draft bill?
Explanation:Uttar Pradesh has become the first State to endorse the Central government’s draft bill that makes instant triple talaq a cognisable and non-bailable offence. The draft law, which provides for three-year imprisonment and a fine to a man trying to divorce his wife by uttering “talaq” three times, got the State government’s approval at a Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow on December 5, 2017. Uttar Pradesh has become the first State to endorse the Central government’s draft bill that makes instant triple talaq a cognisable and non-bailable offence. The draft law, which provides for three-year imprisonment and a fine to a man trying to divorce his wife by uttering “talaq” three times, got the State government’s approval at a Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow on December 5, 2017.
- Question 47: Adithyan, who passed away recently, was the noted personality of ...? Adithyan, who passed away recently, was the noted personality of ...?
Explanation:Adithyan, the noted South Indian music director, has passed away in Hyderabad on December 6, 2017. The musician is known for his numbers in films such as the super hit gangster flick Amaran, besides Seevalaperi Pandi, in the early 90s. He has scored music for many Telugu and Malayalam movies, the sources added. Adithyan also hosted a culinary show in a popular Tamil TV channel. Adithyan, the noted South Indian music director, has passed away in Hyderabad on December 6, 2017. The musician is known for his numbers in films such as the super hit gangster flick Amaran, besides Seevalaperi Pandi, in the early 90s. He has scored music for many Telugu and Malayalam movies, the sources added. Adithyan also hosted a culinary show in a popular Tamil TV channel.
- Question 48: Michael I, who passed away recently, was the former King of ..? Michael I, who passed away recently, was the former King of ..?
Explanation:Michael I (96), the former King of Romania, has passed away in Aubonne, Switzerland on December 5, 2017. He ruled Romania twice – first in the 1920s, when he was just five years old and then again from 1940 to 1947. He was one of the last people alive to have served as a head of state during World War Two. Michael I (96), the former King of Romania, has passed away in Aubonne, Switzerland on December 5, 2017. He ruled Romania twice – first in the 1920s, when he was just five years old and then again from 1940 to 1947. He was one of the last people alive to have served as a head of state during World War Two.
- Question 49: India and ___ has recently signed MoU for cooperation in agriculture and phytosanitary issues?India and ___ has recently signed MoU for cooperation in agriculture and phytosanitary issues?
Explanation:India and Italy have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation in Agriculture and Phytosanitary issues on December 6, 2017 that will replace the one signed in 2008.
India and Italy have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation in Agriculture and Phytosanitary issues on December 6, 2017 that will replace the one signed in 2008.
- Question 50: Gurdeep Singh is associated with ....? Gurdeep Singh is associated with ....?
Explanation:Recently, Gurdeep Singh from India created three new senior national records in +105 Kilogram weight category in the just-concluded IWF World Weightlifting Championships at Anaheim in USA. Recently, Gurdeep Singh from India created three new senior national records in +105 Kilogram weight category in the just-concluded IWF World Weightlifting Championships at Anaheim in USA.
- Question 51: Which country to host the 46th Congress of the International Hockey Federation (FIH-2018)?Which country to host the 46th Congress of the International Hockey Federation (FIH-2018)?
Explanation:The 46th Congress of the International Hockey Federation (FIH-2018) will be held in New Delhi from October 30 to November 3.
The biennial event will run for four days and will comprise meetings, social events, networking opportunities and presentations. The 46th Congress of the International Hockey Federation (FIH-2018) will be held in New Delhi from October 30 to November 3.
The biennial event will run for four days and will comprise meetings, social events, networking opportunities and presentations.
- Question 52: The BR Ambedkar International Centre has recently launched in ...? The BR Ambedkar International Centre has recently launched in ...?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the BR Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi on December 7, 2017 to encourage research and original thinking among the youth. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the BR Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi on December 7, 2017 to encourage research and original thinking among the youth.
- Question 53: Who has been named Person of the Year for 2017 by the Time magazine?Who has been named Person of the Year for 2017 by the Time magazine?
Explanation:Time magazine has named ‘The silence breakers’ its Person of the Year for 2017 referring to those individuals, mostly women, who came forward this year to publicly expose patterns of sexual harassment and assault by powerful public figures in America. Time magazine has named ‘The silence breakers’ its Person of the Year for 2017 referring to those individuals, mostly women, who came forward this year to publicly expose patterns of sexual harassment and assault by powerful public figures in America.
- Question 54: World Human Rights Day is observed on...?World Human Rights Day is observed on...?
Explanation:World Human Rights Day is being observed today. On this day in 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted and proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris.
World Human Rights Day is being observed today. On this day in 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted and proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris.
- Question 55: Who was the last Governor General of IndiaWho was the last Governor General of India
Explanation:The inscription of elements on the list helps countries which are a part of UNESCO’s convention for safeguarding cultural heritage to mobilize international cooperation and assistance for ensuring that communities continue to practice and transmit such aspects of their heritage.The inscription of elements on the list helps countries which are a part of UNESCO’s convention for safeguarding cultural heritage to mobilize international cooperation and assistance for ensuring that communities continue to practice and transmit such aspects of their heritage.
- Question 56: __ committee has been set up by the National Commission for Minorities to study minority status for Hindus in 7 states and a Union Territory?__ committee has been set up by the National Commission for Minorities to study minority status for Hindus in 7 states and a Union Territory?
Explanation: The panel, led by the commission’s Vice Chairman George Kurien, has been given three months to submit its report. The commission’s decision is based on a plea filed by Bharatiya Janata Party leader Ashwini Upadhyaya, whose petition on the matter was rejected by the Supreme Court on November 10. The court had directed him to approach the minorities’ commission. The states and the Union Territory named in the plea are Lakshadweep, Mizoram, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Jammu and Kashmir, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur and Punjab. The panel, led by the commission’s Vice Chairman George Kurien, has been given three months to submit its report. The commission’s decision is based on a plea filed by Bharatiya Janata Party leader Ashwini Upadhyaya, whose petition on the matter was rejected by the Supreme Court on November 10. The court had directed him to approach the minorities’ commission. The states and the Union Territory named in the plea are Lakshadweep, Mizoram, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Jammu and Kashmir, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur and Punjab.
- Question 57: The 2017 Armed Forces Flag Day is celebrated on...? The 2017 Armed Forces Flag Day is celebrated on...?
Explanation:The day observed since 1949 and is dedicated towards collection of funds from people for the welfare of the Armed Forces personnel. It is the duty of every Indian to look after the wellbeing of those who have sacrificed their lives for the nation. Flag Day is an opportunity for every Indian citizen to contribute most generously to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund. The day observed since 1949 and is dedicated towards collection of funds from people for the welfare of the Armed Forces personnel. It is the duty of every Indian to look after the wellbeing of those who have sacrificed their lives for the nation. Flag Day is an opportunity for every Indian citizen to contribute most generously to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund.
- Question 58: India and _ have recently signed MoU for enhanced cooperation in the health sector?India and _ have recently signed MoU for enhanced cooperation in the health sector?
Explanation:The purpose of this MoU is to establish comprehensive inter-ministerial and inter-institutional cooperation between the two countries in the field of health by pooling technical, scientific, and financial and human resources with the ultimate goal of upgrading the quality and reach of human, material and infrastructural resources involved in health care, medical education & training, and research in both countries. The purpose of this MoU is to establish comprehensive inter-ministerial and inter-institutional cooperation between the two countries in the field of health by pooling technical, scientific, and financial and human resources with the ultimate goal of upgrading the quality and reach of human, material and infrastructural resources involved in health care, medical education & training, and research in both countries.
- Question 59: ____ city is hosting the first International Conference on Sports Medicine & Sports Sciences - SAICON 2017?____ city is hosting the first International Conference on Sports Medicine & Sports Sciences - SAICON 2017?
Explanation:The first International Conference on Sports Medicine & Sports Sciences - SAICON 2017 - was inaugurated by the Minister of State (I/C) Youth Affairs and Sports Col. Rajyavardhan Rathore in New Delhi on December 7, 2017. The first International Conference on Sports Medicine & Sports Sciences - SAICON 2017 - was inaugurated by the Minister of State (I/C) Youth Affairs and Sports Col. Rajyavardhan Rathore in New Delhi on December 7, 2017.
- Question 60: ___ is hosting the 7th International Ground Water Conference (IGWC-2017) on groundwater Vision 2030?___ is hosting the 7th International Ground Water Conference (IGWC-2017) on groundwater Vision 2030?
Explanation:The conference has been organized by the National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee and Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) under the aegis of Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation.The conference has been organized by the National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee and Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) under the aegis of Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation.
- Question 61: Who has been chosen for the 27th edition of Vyas Samman-2017?Who has been chosen for the 27th edition of Vyas Samman-2017?
Explanation:Mamta Kalia, the renowned Hindi scholar and writer, has been chosen for the 27th edition of Vyas Samman-2017 for her novel “Dukkham Sukkham”.Mamta Kalia, the renowned Hindi scholar and writer, has been chosen for the 27th edition of Vyas Samman-2017 for her novel “Dukkham Sukkham”.
- Question 62: Which country has officially recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel?Which country has officially recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel?
Explanation:With this, the United States will be the first country to move its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, which is claimed by both Israelis and Palestinians. At present, Jerusalem is the seat of the modern Israeli government. It is the home of the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, as well as the Israeli Supreme Court. It is the location of the official residence of the prime minister and the president. It is the headquarters of many government ministries. Other countries that have diplomatic relations with Israel keep their embassies in Tel Aviv. With this, the United States will be the first country to move its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, which is claimed by both Israelis and Palestinians. At present, Jerusalem is the seat of the modern Israeli government. It is the home of the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, as well as the Israeli Supreme Court. It is the location of the official residence of the prime minister and the president. It is the headquarters of many government ministries. Other countries that have diplomatic relations with Israel keep their embassies in Tel Aviv.
- Question 63: Which union ministry has signed MoU with Rotary India to achieve immunization target?Which union ministry has signed MoU with Rotary India to achieve immunization target?
Explanation:The MoU will provide support and accelerate the efforts under Polio Eradication Programme, Routine Immunization including Mission Indradhanush, Intensified Mission Indradhanush and Measles-Rubella. It will generate awareness through innovative approaches and involving private practitioners and local leaders to achieve immunization target. The MoU will provide support and accelerate the efforts under Polio Eradication Programme, Routine Immunization including Mission Indradhanush, Intensified Mission Indradhanush and Measles-Rubella. It will generate awareness through innovative approaches and involving private practitioners and local leaders to achieve immunization target.
- Question 64: Minister Ravi Shankar has launched the first ___ to prevent, predict cyber attacks on government utilities? Minister Ravi Shankar has launched the first ___ to prevent, predict cyber attacks on government utilities?
Explanation:Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad today launched first NIC-CERT, a setup of National Informatics Centre to prevent and predict cyber attacks on government utilities.
Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad today launched first NIC-CERT, a setup of National Informatics Centre to prevent and predict cyber attacks on government utilities.
- Question 65: Who has won the 2017 Ballon d’Or award for the year’s best player?Who has won the 2017 Ballon d’Or award for the year’s best player?
Explanation:Cristiano Ronaldo, the Real Madrid and Portugal superstar, has won the 2017 Ballon d’Or award for the year’s best player in Paris, France. Cristiano Ronaldo, the Real Madrid and Portugal superstar, has won the 2017 Ballon d’Or award for the year’s best player in Paris, France.
- Question 66: Name the newly appointed as the new Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan?Name the newly appointed as the new Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan?
Explanation:Azar A.H.Khan has been appointed as the new Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan. Presently, he is Consul General in the Consulate General of India. He is expected to take up his assignment shortly. Azar A.H.Khan has been appointed as the new Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan. Presently, he is Consul General in the Consulate General of India. He is expected to take up his assignment shortly.
- Question 67: Kanchanmala Pande has become the first Indian to win gold at the World Para Swimming Championship 2017. She is from ....?Kanchanmala Pande has become the first Indian to win gold at the World Para Swimming Championship 2017. She is from ....?
Explanation:Kanchanmala Pande from Nagpur, the visually impaired swimmer, has scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win gold at the World Para Swimming Championship in Mexico on December 7, 2017.Kanchanmala Pande from Nagpur, the visually impaired swimmer, has scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win gold at the World Para Swimming Championship in Mexico on December 7, 2017.
- Question 68: Which Indian monument has been named 2nd best UNESCO world heritage site in the world, as per new survey of travel portal TripAdvisor?Which Indian monument has been named 2nd best UNESCO world heritage site in the world, as per new survey of travel portal TripAdvisor?
Explanation:The Taj Mahal, a mausoleum crafted in ivory-white marble, has been named 2nd best UNESCO world heritage site in the world, according to a new survey by travel portal TripAdvisor. The Taj Mahal, a mausoleum crafted in ivory-white marble, has been named 2nd best UNESCO world heritage site in the world, according to a new survey by travel portal TripAdvisor.
- Question 69: Which union ministry has signed agreement with German firm GIZ for technical cooperation in transport projects?Which union ministry has signed agreement with German firm GIZ for technical cooperation in transport projects?
Explanation:The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry (MoHUA ) has signed an agreement with German firm GIZ for technical cooperation in the implementation of transport projects in Coimbatore, Bhubaneshwar and Kochi. The agreement has been signed by the ministry’s officer on special duty Mukund Kumar Sinha, and GIZ Country Director Wolfgang Hanning in the presence of Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. As per agreement, an amount of around Rs 29 crore through GIZ is envisaged for this purpose over a period of three years. The main objective of the agreement is to improve planning and implementation of sustainable urban transport.The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry (MoHUA ) has signed an agreement with German firm GIZ for technical cooperation in the implementation of transport projects in Coimbatore, Bhubaneshwar and Kochi. The agreement has been signed by the ministry’s officer on special duty Mukund Kumar Sinha, and GIZ Country Director Wolfgang Hanning in the presence of Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. As per agreement, an amount of around Rs 29 crore through GIZ is envisaged for this purpose over a period of three years. The main objective of the agreement is to improve planning and implementation of sustainable urban transport.
- Question 70: Jallikattu is related with...?Jallikattu is related with...?
Explanation:The Supreme Court today referred to a Constitution bench a batch of petitions challenging Tamil Nadu’s Jallikattu Act permitting the bull-taming sport.
The Constitution Bench has been asked to decide whether jallikattu is a cultural right, and whether states can claim protection under Article 29 of the Constitution - which ensures the protection of interests of minorities.
The Supreme Court today referred to a Constitution bench a batch of petitions challenging Tamil Nadu’s Jallikattu Act permitting the bull-taming sport.
The Constitution Bench has been asked to decide whether jallikattu is a cultural right, and whether states can claim protection under Article 29 of the Constitution - which ensures the protection of interests of minorities.
- Question 71: MHA has released rupee ___ crore to six states for border development?
MHA has released rupee ___ crore to six states for border development?
Explanation: Home Ministry has released Rs 174 crore to six states having an international border for development of infrastructure in forward areas under the Border Area Development Programme (BADP).
An official said, the states that will be benefited include Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Assam, Manipur, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh.
Home Ministry has released Rs 174 crore to six states having an international border for development of infrastructure in forward areas under the Border Area Development Programme (BADP).
An official said, the states that will be benefited include Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Assam, Manipur, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh.
- Question 72: Universal Health Coverage Day is observed on...?
Universal Health Coverage Day is observed on...?
Explanation: Union Health Minister JP Nadda launched new initiatives including Laqshya-A Labour Room Quality Improvement Initiative and safe delivery application at a function in New Delhi on the occasion of Universal Health Coverage Day .
Laqshya initiative is expected to improve the quality of care that is being provided to the pregnant mother in the Labour Room and Maternity Operation Theatres, thereby preventing the undesirable adverse outcomes associated with childbirth.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda launched new initiatives including Laqshya-A Labour Room Quality Improvement Initiative and safe delivery application at a function in New Delhi on the occasion of Universal Health Coverage Day .
Laqshya initiative is expected to improve the quality of care that is being provided to the pregnant mother in the Labour Room and Maternity Operation Theatres, thereby preventing the undesirable adverse outcomes associated with childbirth.
- Question 73: ___ host 3rd Annual Meeting of Board of Governors of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank ?
___ host 3rd Annual Meeting of Board of Governors of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank ?
Explanation:India and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Secretariat today signed an MoU in New Delhi to delineate the duties and responsibilities of major stakeholders to be involved in organizing 3rd Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of AIIB.
India and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Secretariat today signed an MoU in New Delhi to delineate the duties and responsibilities of major stakeholders to be involved in organizing 3rd Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of AIIB.
- Question 74: What is the capital of Falkland Islands? What is the capital of Falkland Islands?
Explanation: The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini left Lyttelton this morning for its onward journey to Port Stanley in Falklands. The Sailing Vessel had arrived at Lyttelton on 29th of last month after completion of second leg of its maiden voyage to circumnavigate the globe.
The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini left Lyttelton this morning for its onward journey to Port Stanley in Falklands. The Sailing Vessel had arrived at Lyttelton on 29th of last month after completion of second leg of its maiden voyage to circumnavigate the globe.
- Question 75: ___ is hosting World Telugu Conference ? ___ is hosting World Telugu Conference ?
Explanation:President Ramnath Kovind would be the chief guest at the valedictory function of the World Telugu Conference to be organised in Hyderabad by the Telangana government from December 15 to 19.
An official release said in Hyderabad that Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu will be the chief guest for the inaugural session of the Conference.
President Ramnath Kovind would be the chief guest at the valedictory function of the World Telugu Conference to be organised in Hyderabad by the Telangana government from December 15 to 19.
An official release said in Hyderabad that Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu will be the chief guest for the inaugural session of the Conference.
- Question 76: Name the Union Minister of State for AYUSHName the Union Minister of State for AYUSH
Explanation:The Centre has accorded high priority to the development of homoeopathy along with other traditional systems of medicine.
This was stated by the Union Minister of State for AYUSH, Shripad Yesso Naik while speaking at the foundation day of the National Institute of Homoeopathy in Kolkata yesterday.
The Centre has accorded high priority to the development of homoeopathy along with other traditional systems of medicine.
This was stated by the Union Minister of State for AYUSH, Shripad Yesso Naik while speaking at the foundation day of the National Institute of Homoeopathy in Kolkata yesterday.
- Question 77: Indian economy likely to grow by ___ in 2018 and ___ in 2019: UN report ?
Indian economy likely to grow by ___ in 2018 and ___ in 2019: UN report ?
Explanation: Indian economy is likely to grow by 7(point)2 per cent in 2018 and go up further to 7(point)4 per cent in the following year on the back of strong private consumption, public investment and the ongoing structural reforms, says a UN report.
Indian economy is likely to grow by 7(point)2 per cent in 2018 and go up further to 7(point)4 per cent in the following year on the back of strong private consumption, public investment and the ongoing structural reforms, says a UN report.
- Question 78: Saurabh Chaudhary, who secured men’s quota place for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), is associated with which sport?Saurabh Chaudhary, who secured men’s quota place for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), is associated with which sport?
Explanation:Saurabh Chaudhary and Manu Bhaker booked their men’s and women’s quota places for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) by winning a gold and a silver each at the 10th Asian Championship 10M Rifle/Pistol at Wako City, Japan on December 11, 2017. Chaudhary won both the individual as well as the Team gold in the men’s 10m Air Pistol Youth event, while Bhaker clinched a silver in the women’s 10m Air Pistol Youth. Earlier, Mehuli Ghosh and Tushar Mane became the first Indian shooters to secure the women’s and men’s quota places for the 2018 YOG by winning a gold and bronze each in the tournament. In all, India added four medals to their kitty on the final day of the competition to finish with a total haul of 21 medals over four days, including six gold, eight silver and seven bronze, besides four Youth Olympic Games (YOG) quotas.Saurabh Chaudhary and Manu Bhaker booked their men’s and women’s quota places for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) by winning a gold and a silver each at the 10th Asian Championship 10M Rifle/Pistol at Wako City, Japan on December 11, 2017. Chaudhary won both the individual as well as the Team gold in the men’s 10m Air Pistol Youth event, while Bhaker clinched a silver in the women’s 10m Air Pistol Youth. Earlier, Mehuli Ghosh and Tushar Mane became the first Indian shooters to secure the women’s and men’s quota places for the 2018 YOG by winning a gold and bronze each in the tournament. In all, India added four medals to their kitty on the final day of the competition to finish with a total haul of 21 medals over four days, including six gold, eight silver and seven bronze, besides four Youth Olympic Games (YOG) quotas.
- Question 79: The Universal Health Coverage Day (UHCD) is observed on which date?The Universal Health Coverage Day (UHCD) is observed on which date?
Explanation:The Universal Health Coverage Day (UHCD) is observed annually on December 12 to promote the human right to health. The day is the anniversary of the first unanimous United Nations resolution calling for all nations to provide for their citizens affordable, quality health care and is promoted by the World Health Organization (WHO).The Universal Health Coverage Day (UHCD) is observed annually on December 12 to promote the human right to health. The day is the anniversary of the first unanimous United Nations resolution calling for all nations to provide for their citizens affordable, quality health care and is promoted by the World Health Organization (WHO).
- Question 80: The Madhav National Park (MNP) is located in which district of Madhya Pradesh?The Madhav National Park (MNP) is located in which district of Madhya Pradesh?
Explanation:The Madhav National Park (MNP) is located in Shivpuri District of Gwalior region in northwest Madhya Pradesh and covers an area of 354 square kilometres. The park has a varied terrain of forested hills and flat grasslands around the lake and is thus rich in biodiversity. The principal tree species found in the park are khair (Acacia catechu), salai (Boswellia serrata), kerdhai, dhawda, tendu (Diospyros melanoxylon) and palash (Butea monosperma). The park is home to many species of wild animals, including chinkara, chital, nilgai, sambar, chausingha or four-horned antelope, blackbuck, sloth bear, Indian leopard and the common langur.The Madhav National Park (MNP) is located in Shivpuri District of Gwalior region in northwest Madhya Pradesh and covers an area of 354 square kilometres. The park has a varied terrain of forested hills and flat grasslands around the lake and is thus rich in biodiversity. The principal tree species found in the park are khair (Acacia catechu), salai (Boswellia serrata), kerdhai, dhawda, tendu (Diospyros melanoxylon) and palash (Butea monosperma). The park is home to many species of wild animals, including chinkara, chital, nilgai, sambar, chausingha or four-horned antelope, blackbuck, sloth bear, Indian leopard and the common langur.
- Question 81: Which new initiative has been launched by the Union Health Ministry on Universal Health Coverage Day (UHCD)?Which new initiative has been launched by the Union Health Ministry on Universal Health Coverage Day (UHCD)?
Explanation:JP Nadda, the Union Health Minister, has launched new initiatives including “LaQshya-A Labour Room Quality Improvement Initiative” and “m-health: Safe delivery application” at a function in New Delhi to observe Universal Health Coverage Day (UHCD-2017) on December 11, 2017. The Laqshya initiative is expected to improve the quality of care that is being provided to the pregnant mother in the Labour Room and Maternity Operation Theatres, thereby preventing the undesirable adverse outcomes associated with childbirth. The goal of this initiative is to reduce preventable maternal and newborn mortality, morbidity and stillbirths associated with the care around delivery in Labour room. The Safe Delivery Application is an m-Health tool that can be used for health workers who manage normal and complicated deliveries in the peripheral areas. It can play a pivotal role in training, post-training reinforcement, mentoring and demonstration.JP Nadda, the Union Health Minister, has launched new initiatives including “LaQshya-A Labour Room Quality Improvement Initiative” and “m-health: Safe delivery application” at a function in New Delhi to observe Universal Health Coverage Day (UHCD-2017) on December 11, 2017. The Laqshya initiative is expected to improve the quality of care that is being provided to the pregnant mother in the Labour Room and Maternity Operation Theatres, thereby preventing the undesirable adverse outcomes associated with childbirth. The goal of this initiative is to reduce preventable maternal and newborn mortality, morbidity and stillbirths associated with the care around delivery in Labour room. The Safe Delivery Application is an m-Health tool that can be used for health workers who manage normal and complicated deliveries in the peripheral areas. It can play a pivotal role in training, post-training reinforcement, mentoring and demonstration.
- Question 82: Who will be the chief guest at the valedictory function of the World Telugu Conference (WTC-2017)?Who will be the chief guest at the valedictory function of the World Telugu Conference (WTC-2017)?
Explanation:President Ramnath Kovind would be the chief guest at the valedictory function of the World Telugu Conference (WTC), which will be organized at Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium in Hyderabad by the Telangana government from December 15 to 19, 2017. According to official release, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu will be the chief guest for the inaugural session of the Conference and the Telangana Sahitya Akademi will be the nodal agency for the conference. The conference will focus on how the Telugu language is preserved, protected, enriched in the Telangana region. It will provide the data related to Telugu Conferences (Telugu Maha Sabhalu) and eminent Telugu Personalities across the Globe.President Ramnath Kovind would be the chief guest at the valedictory function of the World Telugu Conference (WTC), which will be organized at Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium in Hyderabad by the Telangana government from December 15 to 19, 2017. According to official release, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu will be the chief guest for the inaugural session of the Conference and the Telangana Sahitya Akademi will be the nodal agency for the conference. The conference will focus on how the Telugu language is preserved, protected, enriched in the Telangana region. It will provide the data related to Telugu Conferences (Telugu Maha Sabhalu) and eminent Telugu Personalities across the Globe.
- Question 83: The 54th meeting of SAARC programming committee has started in which country?The 54th meeting of SAARC programming committee has started in which country?
Explanation:The 54th meeting of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) programming committee has started at the Kathmandu-based SAARC Secretariat in Nepal on December 11, 2017. The 2-day meeting will discuss about budget issues of the Secretariat, SAARC five regional centers and four specialized bodies. The representatives of all 8 member countries are participating in it. The SAARC is the regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union of nations in South Asia. Its member states include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, the Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.The 54th meeting of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) programming committee has started at the Kathmandu-based SAARC Secretariat in Nepal on December 11, 2017. The 2-day meeting will discuss about budget issues of the Secretariat, SAARC five regional centers and four specialized bodies. The representatives of all 8 member countries are participating in it. The SAARC is the regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union of nations in South Asia. Its member states include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, the Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
- Question 84: Which union minister has launched the first NIC-CERT to prevent and predict cyber attacks on government utilities?Which union minister has launched the first NIC-CERT to prevent and predict cyber attacks on government utilities?
Explanation: Ravi Shankar Prasad, the Union Minister of Law & Justice and Electronics & Information Technology, has launched the first NIC-CERT in New Delhi to prevent and predict cyber attacks on government utilities. The NIC-CERT is a setup of National Informatics Centre. It has been setup with an objective of creating a comprehensive framework that integrates world class security components and inbuilt threat intelligence for detection, prevention and incident response. Using the tools, the team will correlate events that would help in generating a canvas of the attack surface and identify the vulnerabilities and possible exploits. Ravi Shankar Prasad, the Union Minister of Law & Justice and Electronics & Information Technology, has launched the first NIC-CERT in New Delhi to prevent and predict cyber attacks on government utilities. The NIC-CERT is a setup of National Informatics Centre. It has been setup with an objective of creating a comprehensive framework that integrates world class security components and inbuilt threat intelligence for detection, prevention and incident response. Using the tools, the team will correlate events that would help in generating a canvas of the attack surface and identify the vulnerabilities and possible exploits.
- Question 85: Sukharanjan Sengupta, who passed away recently, was associated with which field?Sukharanjan Sengupta, who passed away recently, was associated with which field?
Explanation:Sukharanjan Sengupta (85), the veteran journalist, has passed away in Kolkata, West Bengal on December 9, 2017. He had worked for Bengali dailies ‘Jugantar’ and ‘Ananda Bazar Patrika’ in his long career spanning over six decades. Sengupta extensively covered the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1970-71. He came to the limelight after managing to sneak into Marichjhapi, a reserved island in the Sundarbans, on the eve of a state crackdown on migrant settlers in 1979 and filing reports about the state-sponsored cruelty. Despite age, Sengupta never gave up on his journalism and continued to freelance for several Bengali newspapers even years after his official retirement. He has authored several books, mostly in Bengali.Sukharanjan Sengupta (85), the veteran journalist, has passed away in Kolkata, West Bengal on December 9, 2017. He had worked for Bengali dailies ‘Jugantar’ and ‘Ananda Bazar Patrika’ in his long career spanning over six decades. Sengupta extensively covered the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1970-71. He came to the limelight after managing to sneak into Marichjhapi, a reserved island in the Sundarbans, on the eve of a state crackdown on migrant settlers in 1979 and filing reports about the state-sponsored cruelty. Despite age, Sengupta never gave up on his journalism and continued to freelance for several Bengali newspapers even years after his official retirement. He has authored several books, mostly in Bengali.
- Question 86: Which Indian sportsperson has clinched bronze in the women’s 10m Air Pistol event at the 10th Asian Championship 10m Rifle/Pistol in Japan?Which Indian sportsperson has clinched bronze in the women’s 10m Air Pistol event at the 10th Asian Championship 10m Rifle/Pistol in Japan?
Explanation:Pistol aces Jitu Rai and Heena Sidhu bagged a bronze each to continue India’s medal charge at the 10th Asian Championship 10m Rifle/Pistol in Wako City, Japan on December 10, 2017. Jitu won an individual bronze in the men’s 10m Air Pistol, which also helped the Indian team comprising Shahzar Rizvi and Omkar Singh besides Jitu, to bag the Team gold in the event.Heena claimed an individual bronze in the women’s 10m Air Pistol. Her effort, along with teammates Shri Nivetha Paramantham and Harveen Srao, helped the Team clinch a silver. India added another individual bronze through Anmol Jain in the junior men’s 10m Air Pistol as well as the Team silver in the event, with combined efforts of Anmol, Gaurav Rana and Abhishek Arya.Pistol aces Jitu Rai and Heena Sidhu bagged a bronze each to continue India’s medal charge at the 10th Asian Championship 10m Rifle/Pistol in Wako City, Japan on December 10, 2017. Jitu won an individual bronze in the men’s 10m Air Pistol, which also helped the Indian team comprising Shahzar Rizvi and Omkar Singh besides Jitu, to bag the Team gold in the event.Heena claimed an individual bronze in the women’s 10m Air Pistol. Her effort, along with teammates Shri Nivetha Paramantham and Harveen Srao, helped the Team clinch a silver. India added another individual bronze through Anmol Jain in the junior men’s 10m Air Pistol as well as the Team silver in the event, with combined efforts of Anmol, Gaurav Rana and Abhishek Arya.
- Question 87: Which country’s team has clinched gold at the Hockey World League (HWL-2017) tournament?Which country’s team has clinched gold at the Hockey World League (HWL-2017) tournament?
Explanation:The Australian hockey team has defeated Rio Olympics champions Argentina 2-1 in the final of the Hockey World League Final to win gold at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha on December 11, 2017. Goals from Blake Govers and Jeremy Hayward helped the defending champions to beat Argentina hockey team. Earlier in the day, India reclaimed the bronze medal in the tournament. In the third-fourth place classification match, they defeated Germany 2-1. Indian took the lead in the 21st minute through SV Sunil. Germany equalised through its reserve custodian Mark Appel in the 36th minute. A penalty corner conversion by Harmanpreet Singh in the 54th minute sealed the win and the third place for the Indians. India had also won the bronze in the last edition of the tournament in Raipur in 2015The Australian hockey team has defeated Rio Olympics champions Argentina 2-1 in the final of the Hockey World League Final to win gold at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha on December 11, 2017. Goals from Blake Govers and Jeremy Hayward helped the defending champions to beat Argentina hockey team. Earlier in the day, India reclaimed the bronze medal in the tournament. In the third-fourth place classification match, they defeated Germany 2-1. Indian took the lead in the 21st minute through SV Sunil. Germany equalised through its reserve custodian Mark Appel in the 36th minute. A penalty corner conversion by Harmanpreet Singh in the 54th minute sealed the win and the third place for the Indians. India had also won the bronze in the last edition of the tournament in Raipur in 2015
- Question 88: Mehuli Ghosh, who has secured her women’s quota place for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), is associated with which sports?Mehuli Ghosh, who has secured her women’s quota place for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), is associated with which sports?
Explanation:Mehuli Ghosh and Tushar Mane became the first Indian shooters to secure the women’s and men’s quota places for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) by winning a gold and bronze each at the 10th Asian Championship 10M Rifle/Pistol at Wako City, Japan on December 9, 2017. Ghosh struck gold to bag one out of three quota places up for grabs in women’s 10m Air Rifle Youth, while Mane settled for a bronze medal to secure one out of four quota places available in the men’s 10m Air Rifle Youth. Apart from booking two quota places at YOG, India bagged a total of three gold and three bronze to add to their five medals won on the first day of the competitions.Mehuli Ghosh and Tushar Mane became the first Indian shooters to secure the women’s and men’s quota places for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) by winning a gold and bronze each at the 10th Asian Championship 10M Rifle/Pistol at Wako City, Japan on December 9, 2017. Ghosh struck gold to bag one out of three quota places up for grabs in women’s 10m Air Rifle Youth, while Mane settled for a bronze medal to secure one out of four quota places available in the men’s 10m Air Rifle Youth. Apart from booking two quota places at YOG, India bagged a total of three gold and three bronze to add to their five medals won on the first day of the competitions.
- Question 89: The Union Government has sanctioned how much amount for setting up a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) bottling plant in Meghalaya?The Union Government has sanctioned how much amount for setting up a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) bottling plant in Meghalaya?
Explanation:The Union Government has sanctioned Rs. 75 crore for setting up a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) bottling plant in Meghalaya. Meghalaya is the only state in the region which has no bottling plant. The new bottling plant will be constructed at an existing site located in Shillong. A memorandum of understanding was inked between the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and the state government in the presence of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma in Shillong on December 09, 2017.The Union Government has sanctioned Rs. 75 crore for setting up a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) bottling plant in Meghalaya. Meghalaya is the only state in the region which has no bottling plant. The new bottling plant will be constructed at an existing site located in Shillong. A memorandum of understanding was inked between the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and the state government in the presence of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma in Shillong on December 09, 2017.
- Question 90: The Palpur-Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary (PKWLS) is located in which district of Madhya Pradesh?The Palpur-Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary (PKWLS) is located in which district of Madhya Pradesh?
Explanation:The Palpur-Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary (PKWLS) is located in the Sheopur district of north western Madhya Pradesh and covers an area of 900 square kilometres. Its ecoregion is that of Kathiawar-Gir dry deciduous forests.The park is home to many species of wild animals, including Indian wolves, monkeys, Indian leopards and nilgai. The researchers at Wildlife Institute of India (WII) has confirmed that the sanctuary is the most promising location to re-establish a free ranging population of Asiatic lions and certified it ready to receive its first batch of trans-located lions from Gir Wildlife Sanctuary where they are highly overpopulated.The Palpur-Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary (PKWLS) is located in the Sheopur district of north western Madhya Pradesh and covers an area of 900 square kilometres. Its ecoregion is that of Kathiawar-Gir dry deciduous forests.The park is home to many species of wild animals, including Indian wolves, monkeys, Indian leopards and nilgai. The researchers at Wildlife Institute of India (WII) has confirmed that the sanctuary is the most promising location to re-establish a free ranging population of Asiatic lions and certified it ready to receive its first batch of trans-located lions from Gir Wildlife Sanctuary where they are highly overpopulated.
- Question 91: Who is leading the Indian delegation at the 11th Ministerial conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?Who is leading the Indian delegation at the 11th Ministerial conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?
Explanation:The 11th Ministerial conference of the 164-member World Trade Organization (WTO) has started in Buenos Aires, Argentina on December 10, 2017. At the meeting, India is represented by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Suresh Prabhu who will be pushing for a permanent solution to the public food stock-holding issue which is crucial for operating the food security programme. In it, he will not only have to safeguard the interests of Indian farmers, but will also have to put his foot down on blocking introduction of new issues such as e-commerce. During the course of the 4-day deliberations, the developing nations will resist the efforts by the developed nations to formally set aside the Doha Development Agenda (DDA) and place new issues including e-commerce on the negotiating table.The 11th Ministerial conference of the 164-member World Trade Organization (WTO) has started in Buenos Aires, Argentina on December 10, 2017. At the meeting, India is represented by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Suresh Prabhu who will be pushing for a permanent solution to the public food stock-holding issue which is crucial for operating the food security programme. In it, he will not only have to safeguard the interests of Indian farmers, but will also have to put his foot down on blocking introduction of new issues such as e-commerce. During the course of the 4-day deliberations, the developing nations will resist the efforts by the developed nations to formally set aside the Doha Development Agenda (DDA) and place new issues including e-commerce on the negotiating table.
- Question 92: India has been declared free from trachoma, which is a contagious bacterial infection of which part of human body?India has been declared free from trachoma, which is a contagious bacterial infection of which part of human body?
Explanation:India has been declared free from infective trachoma, a contagious bacterial infection of the eye common among children. It causes inflamed granulation on the inner surface of the lids. Recently, the Union Health Minister J P Nadda released the National Trachoma Survey Report (2014-17) in New Delhi. The survey results indicate that active Trachoma is no longer a public health problem in the country. Trachoma is common in children till nine years of age. It is caused by the bacterial agent chlamydia trachomatis and usually spread due to flies, poor hygiene, crowded places, lack of water, and environmental factors such as humidity.India has been declared free from infective trachoma, a contagious bacterial infection of the eye common among children. It causes inflamed granulation on the inner surface of the lids. Recently, the Union Health Minister J P Nadda released the National Trachoma Survey Report (2014-17) in New Delhi. The survey results indicate that active Trachoma is no longer a public health problem in the country. Trachoma is common in children till nine years of age. It is caused by the bacterial agent chlamydia trachomatis and usually spread due to flies, poor hygiene, crowded places, lack of water, and environmental factors such as humidity.
- Question 93: UN Women in collaboration with which social networking site launched ‘We The Women’ event in Mumbai?UN Women in collaboration with which social networking site launched ‘We The Women’ event in Mumbai?
Explanation:The UN Women in collaboration with Facebook launched ‘We The Women’ event in Mumbai, Maharashtra on December 9, 2017 to empower and recognize the magnificent contribution of women in our society. It was a two-day participatory, open-to-all forum for women offering a ‘Break Free’ 48 hours to bring together diverse viewpoints, challenges, concerns and a celebration of everything that women have achieved. It’s annual space giving women a platform to voice their unfettered expressions, forging bonds, great conversation and a wide community of friends.The UN Women in collaboration with Facebook launched ‘We The Women’ event in Mumbai, Maharashtra on December 9, 2017 to empower and recognize the magnificent contribution of women in our society. It was a two-day participatory, open-to-all forum for women offering a ‘Break Free’ 48 hours to bring together diverse viewpoints, challenges, concerns and a celebration of everything that women have achieved. It’s annual space giving women a platform to voice their unfettered expressions, forging bonds, great conversation and a wide community of friends.
- Question 94: Which union minister has launched a public procurement portal ‘MSME Sambandh’ for MSMEs?Which union minister has launched a public procurement portal ‘MSME Sambandh’ for MSMEs?
Explanation:Giriraj Singh, the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for MSME, has launched a Public Procurement Portal ‘MSME Sambandh’ in New Delhi on December 8, 2017. The purpose of the portal is to monitor the implementation of the Public Procurement from MSEs by Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs). The procurement policy mandates the Central government departments/CPSEs to procure an overall 20% of their total annual purchases from MSEs.Giriraj Singh, the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for MSME, has launched a Public Procurement Portal ‘MSME Sambandh’ in New Delhi on December 8, 2017. The purpose of the portal is to monitor the implementation of the Public Procurement from MSEs by Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs). The procurement policy mandates the Central government departments/CPSEs to procure an overall 20% of their total annual purchases from MSEs.
- Question 95: Alappuzha has been included in top 5 global cities by the UNEP list to successfully manage solid waste. It is located in which state?Alappuzha has been included in top 5 global cities by the UNEP list to successfully manage solid waste. It is located in which state?
Explanation:Alappuzha, the coastal town of Kerala, has been recognised by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) as one of the five models across the world for fighting the pollution menace. It has been reconized for its decentralised waste management system. Alappuzha, often called “the Venice of East”, has been listed in the UNEP environment report entitled, ‘Solid approach to waste: how five cities are beating pollution’ alongside cities like Osaka in Japan, Ljubljana in Slovenia, Penang in Malaysia and Cajica in Colombia.Alappuzha, the coastal town of Kerala, has been recognised by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) as one of the five models across the world for fighting the pollution menace. It has been reconized for its decentralised waste management system. Alappuzha, often called “the Venice of East”, has been listed in the UNEP environment report entitled, ‘Solid approach to waste: how five cities are beating pollution’ alongside cities like Osaka in Japan, Ljubljana in Slovenia, Penang in Malaysia and Cajica in Colombia.
- Question 96: Lalji Singh, the father of Indian DNA fingerprinting has passed away. He hailed from which state?Lalji Singh, the father of Indian DNA fingerprinting has passed away. He hailed from which state?
Explanation:Lalji Singh (70), the eminent scientist and the father of DNA fingerprinting in India, has passed away in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on December 10, 2017. He was the founder of the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) & also served as its director. Singh also found various institutes and laboratories that included laboratory for the Conservation of Endangered Species (LaCONES), Genome Foundation that aims to diagnose and treat genetic disorders affecting the underprivileged people, especially in rural India.Lalji Singh (70), the eminent scientist and the father of DNA fingerprinting in India, has passed away in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on December 10, 2017. He was the founder of the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) & also served as its director. Singh also found various institutes and laboratories that included laboratory for the Conservation of Endangered Species (LaCONES), Genome Foundation that aims to diagnose and treat genetic disorders affecting the underprivileged people, especially in rural India.
- Question 97: Which country’s team has clinched bronze at the Hockey World League (HWL-2017) tournament?Which country’s team has clinched bronze at the Hockey World League (HWL-2017) tournament?
Explanation:Indian national hockey team has reclaimed the bronze medal at the Hockey World League (HWL-2017) tournament by defeating Germany in the final by 2-1 at Bhubaneswar, Odisha on December 11, 2017. Indian players took the lead in 21st minute through SV Sunil. Germany equalized through its reserve custodian Mark Appel in the 36th minute. A penalty corner conversion by Harmanpreet Singh in the 54th minute sealed the win and the third place for the Indians. India had also won the bronze in the last edition of the tournament in Raipur in 2015.Indian national hockey team has reclaimed the bronze medal at the Hockey World League (HWL-2017) tournament by defeating Germany in the final by 2-1 at Bhubaneswar, Odisha on December 11, 2017. Indian players took the lead in 21st minute through SV Sunil. Germany equalized through its reserve custodian Mark Appel in the 36th minute. A penalty corner conversion by Harmanpreet Singh in the 54th minute sealed the win and the third place for the Indians. India had also won the bronze in the last edition of the tournament in Raipur in 2015.
- Question 98: Where is Tuirial hydroelectric ? Where is Tuirial hydroelectric ?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 60-megawatt Tuirial hydroelectric power project from Aizawl, Mizoram. Mizoram had become the third power- surplus state in the north-east after Sikkim and Tripura.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 60-megawatt Tuirial hydroelectric power project from Aizawl, Mizoram. Mizoram had become the third power- surplus state in the north-east after Sikkim and Tripura.
- Question 99: President of India Lays Foundation Stone of - NYAYA GRAM - Project at.. ? President of India Lays Foundation Stone of - NYAYA GRAM - Project at.. ?
Explanation:The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, laid the foundation stone of the - Nyaya Gram project - of the High Court of Allahabad in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, laid the foundation stone of the - Nyaya Gram project - of the High Court of Allahabad in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
- Question 100: Recently, Tropical storm Kai-tak flooded ...?
Recently, Tropical storm Kai-tak flooded ...?
Explanation:In central Philippines, moderate to heavy rains caused flooding and landslides as tropical storm Kai-tak made landfall today, and may hit more areas while moving westward.
The weather bureau said Kai-tak was barreling through the eastern region of Visayas, hitting islands and coastal towns such as Tacloban City where Supertyphoon Haiyan claimed 8,000 lives in 2013.
In central Philippines, moderate to heavy rains caused flooding and landslides as tropical storm Kai-tak made landfall today, and may hit more areas while moving westward.
The weather bureau said Kai-tak was barreling through the eastern region of Visayas, hitting islands and coastal towns such as Tacloban City where Supertyphoon Haiyan claimed 8,000 lives in 2013.
- Question 101: Recently, WHO has certified ___ as polio free?Recently, WHO has certified ___ as polio free?
Explanation: The World Health Organisation has declared Gabon a "polio-free country", given the lack of new reported or suspected cases in the central African country.
According to a WHO statement obtained today, the UN health agency nonetheless recommended taking the necessary steps to continue monitoring for possible signs of the disease.
The World Health Organisation has declared Gabon a "polio-free country", given the lack of new reported or suspected cases in the central African country.
According to a WHO statement obtained today, the UN health agency nonetheless recommended taking the necessary steps to continue monitoring for possible signs of the disease.
- Question 102: Frenchman ___ has created the world record for the fastest solo navigation of the globe.
Frenchman ___ has created the world record for the fastest solo navigation of the globe.
Explanation:Frenchman Francois Gabart has smashed the world record for the fastest solo navigation of the globe.
Gabart completed the feat in 42 days, 16 hours, 40 minutes and 35 seconds.
Frenchman Francois Gabart has smashed the world record for the fastest solo navigation of the globe.
Gabart completed the feat in 42 days, 16 hours, 40 minutes and 35 seconds.
- Question 103: A Friendship Park at Chottakhola has been inaugurated at Indo __ border?
A Friendship Park at Chottakhola has been inaugurated at Indo __ border?
Explanation: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar has inaugurated Indo-Bangla Friendship Park at Chottakhola in South Tripura district. Chief Minister said this park is a historic witness of friendship between Tripura and Bangladesh.
The foundation stone for the 20 hectare park, which encompasses seven hillocks and a lake near the Trishna wild life sanctuary, was laid by the then Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dipu Moni in November 2010.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar has inaugurated Indo-Bangla Friendship Park at Chottakhola in South Tripura district. Chief Minister said this park is a historic witness of friendship between Tripura and Bangladesh.
The foundation stone for the 20 hectare park, which encompasses seven hillocks and a lake near the Trishna wild life sanctuary, was laid by the then Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dipu Moni in November 2010.
- Question 104: Jhalak Tomar is related with...?Jhalak Tomar is related with...?
Explanation:Indian Junior Girls have claimed four gold, three silver and a bronze medal at the Valeria Demyanova Memorial International Boxing Tournament in Ukraine.
15-year-old junior boxer Jhalak Tomar claimed a silver medal in the 54 kg category of the tournament on the concluding day in the Ukrainian city of Nadvirna.
Indian Junior Girls have claimed four gold, three silver and a bronze medal at the Valeria Demyanova Memorial International Boxing Tournament in Ukraine.
15-year-old junior boxer Jhalak Tomar claimed a silver medal in the 54 kg category of the tournament on the concluding day in the Ukrainian city of Nadvirna.
- Question 105: Vijay Diwas is observed on ...?Vijay Diwas is observed on ...?
Explanation: Vijay Diwas is celebrated across the Nation on 16th December. The day marks the glorious victory over Pakistan in 1971 during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, in alliance with Bangladesh Mukti Bahini. Vijay Diwas is celebrated across the Nation on 16th December. The day marks the glorious victory over Pakistan in 1971 during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, in alliance with Bangladesh Mukti Bahini.
- Question 106: ___ has Sahafat Finance Scheme?___ has Sahafat Finance Scheme?
Explanation:Jammu and Kashmir Bank launched a special financial scheme for journalists of the state. The scheme "J&K Bank Sahafat Finance Scheme" was launched by the bank's chairman and CEO Parvez Ahmad.Jammu and Kashmir Bank launched a special financial scheme for journalists of the state. The scheme "J&K Bank Sahafat Finance Scheme" was launched by the bank's chairman and CEO Parvez Ahmad.
- Question 107: Work to integrate Brahmos missile on 40 Sukhoi aircraft will be completed by..
Work to integrate Brahmos missile on 40 Sukhoi aircraft will be completed by..
Explanation: The work has begun to integrate the Brahmos supersonic cruise missile on 40 Sukhoi combat aircraft.
Official sources said, the fleet of 40 Sukhoi jets will undergo structural modifications at the state-run aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for integration of the missile on them.
The project is likely to be completed by 2020 and is expected to fulfill the critical needs of the Indian Air Force.
The work has begun to integrate the Brahmos supersonic cruise missile on 40 Sukhoi combat aircraft.
Official sources said, the fleet of 40 Sukhoi jets will undergo structural modifications at the state-run aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for integration of the missile on them.
The project is likely to be completed by 2020 and is expected to fulfill the critical needs of the Indian Air Force.
- Question 108: __ and UNESCO have partnered for Videos on Indian Heritage Sites? __ and UNESCO have partnered for Videos on Indian Heritage Sites?
Explanation:Samsung India has entered into a partnership with UNESCO to launch virtual reality content and 360-degree videos on Indian heritage sites.Samsung India has entered into a partnership with UNESCO to launch virtual reality content and 360-degree videos on Indian heritage sites.
- Question 109: The GST Council has decided to implement the e-way bill mechanism throughout the country by ..? The GST Council has decided to implement the e-way bill mechanism throughout the country by ..?
Explanation: The GST Council has decided to implement the e-way bill mechanism throughout the country by June 1st after reviewing the readiness of the IT network. Under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, the waybill is replaced by an e-way bill. The GST Council has decided to implement the e-way bill mechanism throughout the country by June 1st after reviewing the readiness of the IT network. Under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, the waybill is replaced by an e-way bill.
- Question 110: UIDAI has temporarily barred __ from Conducting Aadhaar Linked e-KYC Certification? UIDAI has temporarily barred __ from Conducting Aadhaar Linked e-KYC Certification?
Explanation:The action follows allegations of Bharti Airtel using the Aadhaar-eKYC based SIM verification process to open payments bank accounts of its subscribers without their informed consent.The action follows allegations of Bharti Airtel using the Aadhaar-eKYC based SIM verification process to open payments bank accounts of its subscribers without their informed consent.
- Question 111: India’s first compressed natural gas (CNG) stations for scooters in...?India’s first compressed natural gas (CNG) stations for scooters in...?
Explanation:Oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated eastern India’s first compressed natural gas (CNG) stations for scooters in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.Oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated eastern India’s first compressed natural gas (CNG) stations for scooters in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
- Question 112: __ has approved Cabinet Approves Pension for State's Transgenders? __ has approved Cabinet Approves Pension for State's Transgenders?
Explanation:The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approved a scheme to provide a pension of Rs 1500 to transgenders above 18 years of age in the state.The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet approved a scheme to provide a pension of Rs 1500 to transgenders above 18 years of age in the state.
- Question 113: Kaka is related with..?Kaka is related with..?
Explanation: Former AC Milan and Real Madrid midfielder Kaka, who lifted the 2002 World Cup with Brazil, announced his retirement from football. Former AC Milan and Real Madrid midfielder Kaka, who lifted the 2002 World Cup with Brazil, announced his retirement from football.
- Question 114: Sushil Kumar is related with...?Sushil Kumar is related with...?
Explanation:Double Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar clinched a gold medal at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in South Africa. Sushil defeated New Zealand's Akash Khullar via a pinfall in the final of the 74kg freestyle category to clinch the medal.
Double Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar clinched a gold medal at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in South Africa. Sushil defeated New Zealand's Akash Khullar via a pinfall in the final of the 74kg freestyle category to clinch the medal.
- Question 115: Commonwealth Wrestling Championships 2017 held at...?Commonwealth Wrestling Championships 2017 held at...?
Explanation:Double Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar clinched a gold medal at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in South Africa. Sushil defeated New Zealand's Akash Khullar via a pinfall in the final of the 74kg freestyle category to clinch the medal.Double Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar clinched a gold medal at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in South Africa. Sushil defeated New Zealand's Akash Khullar via a pinfall in the final of the 74kg freestyle category to clinch the medal.
- Question 116: Sebastian Pinera has won __ Presidential Election?Sebastian Pinera has won __ Presidential Election?
Explanation: A conservative billionaire and former president, Sebastian Pinera, has won Chile's presidential election run-off. A conservative billionaire and former president, Sebastian Pinera, has won Chile's presidential election run-off.
- Question 117: Capital market regulator, SEBI has raised the investment limit for foreign portfolio investors in central government securities to over ___ lakh crore from next monthCapital market regulator, SEBI has raised the investment limit for foreign portfolio investors in central government securities to over ___ lakh crore from next month
Explanation: Capital market regulator, SEBI, today, raised the investment limit for foreign portfolio investors in central government securities to over 1.91 lakh crore from next month.
Currently, investment limit for foreign portfolio investors is 1.89 lakh crore rupees.The move is part of an effort by Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to push inflow from overseas investors in the country's capital markets.
Capital market regulator, SEBI, today, raised the investment limit for foreign portfolio investors in central government securities to over 1.91 lakh crore from next month.
Currently, investment limit for foreign portfolio investors is 1.89 lakh crore rupees.The move is part of an effort by Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to push inflow from overseas investors in the country's capital markets.
- Question 118: ___ has decided to run buses upto Uttrakhand, Jammu and Kashmir ?
___ has decided to run buses upto Uttrakhand, Jammu and Kashmir ?
Explanation:Uttar Pradesh government has decided to run it's government buses in Uttrakhand and Jammu & Kashmir states. An MOU in this regard was executed between the state governments in Lucknow.
According to the agreement, UP buses From Mathura, Saharanpur and Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh will run up to Katra in J&K facilitating Vaishno Devi pilgrims.
Uttar Pradesh government has decided to run it's government buses in Uttrakhand and Jammu & Kashmir states. An MOU in this regard was executed between the state governments in Lucknow.
According to the agreement, UP buses From Mathura, Saharanpur and Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh will run up to Katra in J&K facilitating Vaishno Devi pilgrims.
- Question 119: ___ has allowed shops, hotels and malls can now remain open round-the-clock throughout the week in Maharashtra?
___ has allowed shops, hotels and malls can now remain open round-the-clock throughout the week in Maharashtra?
Explanation:Maharashtra Labour Minister Sambhaji Nilangekar-Patil has informed that shops, hotels and malls can now remain open round-the-clock throughout the week in Maharashtra. However, the law in not applied to for bars, pubs, liquor shops and discotheques.
According to the new law that was implemented yesterday, the shops, malls and hotels on crowded places or on public places remains open 24 hrs now. The bill was passed by the Maharashtra legislature during its last session.
Maharashtra Labour Minister Sambhaji Nilangekar-Patil has informed that shops, hotels and malls can now remain open round-the-clock throughout the week in Maharashtra. However, the law in not applied to for bars, pubs, liquor shops and discotheques.
According to the new law that was implemented yesterday, the shops, malls and hotels on crowded places or on public places remains open 24 hrs now. The bill was passed by the Maharashtra legislature during its last session.
- Question 120: __ will host 2018 Hockey World Cup ?
__ will host 2018 Hockey World Cup ?
Explanation: India's Raghu Prasad and Javed Shaikh were today named in the panel of umpires for next year's Hockey World Cup to be held in Bhubaneswar.
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) today announced that 25 officials representing 19 countries from all five continents will officiate at this prestigious event taking place at the Kalinga Stadium from November 28 to December 16.
India's Raghu Prasad and Javed Shaikh were today named in the panel of umpires for next year's Hockey World Cup to be held in Bhubaneswar.
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) today announced that 25 officials representing 19 countries from all five continents will officiate at this prestigious event taking place at the Kalinga Stadium from November 28 to December 16.
- Question 121: ___ is hosting Hamesha Vijayee Military exercise?
___ is hosting Hamesha Vijayee Military exercise?
Explanation: Southern Command are conducting a major exercise called ‘Hamesha Vijayee’ in the deserts of Rajasthan from 16 to 22 December 2017.
Southern Command are conducting a major exercise called ‘Hamesha Vijayee’ in the deserts of Rajasthan from 16 to 22 December 2017.
- Question 122: ___ has become the first country to ban oil and gas production by 2024?___ has become the first country to ban oil and gas production by 2024?
Explanation:Notably oil and gas produced in France is just 1% of domestic consumption and the rest is imported.
Notably oil and gas produced in France is just 1% of domestic consumption and the rest is imported.
- Question 123: BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2017 was given to......? BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2017 was given to......?
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- Question 124: ___ has been conferred with the First Smita Patil Memorial Award in 2017?___ has been conferred with the First Smita Patil Memorial Award in 2017?
Explanation: egendary actress Rekha, who received the first Smita Patil Memorial Award here, said she found the late actress was a far better performer than her.
Rekha was conferred the award for her contribution in the field of cinema. egendary actress Rekha, who received the first Smita Patil Memorial Award here, said she found the late actress was a far better performer than her.
Rekha was conferred the award for her contribution in the field of cinema.
- Question 125: Fodder scam case is related with..?Fodder scam case is related with..?
Explanation:A special CBI court has convicted former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad and 15 others in a fodder scam case while acquitting six including another former chief minister Jagannath Mishra.
CBI judge Shivpal Singh pronounced the verdict in a packed courtroom in the case pertaining to fraudulent withdrawal of Rs 89.27 lakh from Deoghar Treasury between 1991 and 1994.
A special CBI court has convicted former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad and 15 others in a fodder scam case while acquitting six including another former chief minister Jagannath Mishra.
CBI judge Shivpal Singh pronounced the verdict in a packed courtroom in the case pertaining to fraudulent withdrawal of Rs 89.27 lakh from Deoghar Treasury between 1991 and 1994.
- Question 126: IOC has banned 11 ___for life over alleged Sochi Games doping violations?
IOC has banned 11 ___for life over alleged Sochi Games doping violations?
Explanation: Sochi luge silver medallists Albert Demchenko and Tatyana Ivanova are among a group of 11 Russians disqualified for doping and handed lifetime bans by the International Olympic Committee yesterday.
The announcement comes following hearings by an IOC commission into allegations of state-sponsored doping by hosts Russia at the 2014 Winter Games. Sochi luge silver medallists Albert Demchenko and Tatyana Ivanova are among a group of 11 Russians disqualified for doping and handed lifetime bans by the International Olympic Committee yesterday.
The announcement comes following hearings by an IOC commission into allegations of state-sponsored doping by hosts Russia at the 2014 Winter Games.
- Question 127: Government has formally launched - Ganga Gram - project at Ganga Gram Swachata Sammelan in ....?
Government has formally launched - Ganga Gram - project at Ganga Gram Swachata Sammelan in ....?
Explanation:Government has formally launched 'Ganga Gram' project at Ganga Gram Swachata Sammelan in New Delhi.
As part of its clean Ganga mission - Namami Gange, Ganga Gram project is an integrated approach for holistic development of villages situated on the banks of the holy river with active participation of villagers.
Government has formally launched 'Ganga Gram' project at Ganga Gram Swachata Sammelan in New Delhi.
As part of its clean Ganga mission - Namami Gange, Ganga Gram project is an integrated approach for holistic development of villages situated on the banks of the holy river with active participation of villagers.
- Question 128: 32nd Indian Engineering Congress held at..? 32nd Indian Engineering Congress held at..?
Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind will give valedictory address at the 32nd Indian Engineering Congress organised by the Institution of Engineers in Chennai today.
President Ram Nath Kovind will give valedictory address at the 32nd Indian Engineering Congress organised by the Institution of Engineers in Chennai today.
- Question 129: As a part of comprehensive strategic relationship and to strengthen defence cooperation between India and the United Arab Emirates, two ships of the Indian Navy ___ and ___ will make port of call in Abu DhabiAs a part of comprehensive strategic relationship and to strengthen defence cooperation between India and the United Arab Emirates, two ships of the Indian Navy ___ and ___ will make port of call in Abu Dhabi
Explanation: As a part of comprehensive strategic relationship and to strengthen defence cooperation between India and the United Arab Emirates, two ships of the Indian Navy - INS Teg and INS Trikand will make port of call in Abu Dhabi. The ships are scheduled to arrive today and depart on 26 December.
As a part of comprehensive strategic relationship and to strengthen defence cooperation between India and the United Arab Emirates, two ships of the Indian Navy - INS Teg and INS Trikand will make port of call in Abu Dhabi. The ships are scheduled to arrive today and depart on 26 December.
- Question 130: ___ has been appointed as election in-charge of Nagaland?
___ has been appointed as election in-charge of Nagaland?
Explanation: BJP President Amit Shah today appointed senior party leader and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju as the election in-charge of Nagaland.
BJP President Amit Shah today appointed senior party leader and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju as the election in-charge of Nagaland.
- Question 131: ___ is hosting Iranshah Udvada Utsav?___ is hosting Iranshah Udvada Utsav?
Explanation:In Gujarat, the second edition of the Iranshah Udvada Utsav, a cultural festival of Parsi community, has began.
Newly elected Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and union minority affairs minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi will officially inaugurate the three-day festival in Ahmedabad tomorrow.
In Gujarat, the second edition of the Iranshah Udvada Utsav, a cultural festival of Parsi community, has began.
Newly elected Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and union minority affairs minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi will officially inaugurate the three-day festival in Ahmedabad tomorrow.
- Question 132: Pankaj Advani is related with...? Pankaj Advani is related with...?
Explanation: Defending champion Pankaj Advani of PSPB entered the semifinals of the 7th National 6-Red snooker tournament in Chennai. Defending champion Pankaj Advani of PSPB entered the semifinals of the 7th National 6-Red snooker tournament in Chennai.
- Question 133: ___ will host the 2022 Commonwealth Games?___ will host the 2022 Commonwealth Games?
Explanation: This will be the third Commonwealth Games to be hosted in England following London 1934 and Manchester 2002. This will be the third Commonwealth Games to be hosted in England following London 1934 and Manchester 2002.
- Question 134: Education loans' default in repayment roe to ___ per cent of the outstanding amount at March 2017? Education loans' default in repayment roe to ___ per cent of the outstanding amount at March 2017?
Explanation: Education loans too have started bleeding the banking sector with the default in repayment rising to 7.67 per cent of the outstanding amount at March-end, 2017 from 5.7 per cent two years ago. As per the data compiled by the Indian Banks' Association (IBA), the total outstanding education loan at end of the fiscal 2016-17 was 67,678.5 crore Rupees, of which 5,191.72 crore was Non-performing Assets (NPA).
Education loans too have started bleeding the banking sector with the default in repayment rising to 7.67 per cent of the outstanding amount at March-end, 2017 from 5.7 per cent two years ago. As per the data compiled by the Indian Banks' Association (IBA), the total outstanding education loan at end of the fiscal 2016-17 was 67,678.5 crore Rupees, of which 5,191.72 crore was Non-performing Assets (NPA).
- Question 135: Good Governance Day is observed on...?
Good Governance Day is observed on...?
Explanation: Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's birthday is being celebrated as Good Governance Day across the country today. Good Governance Day was established in 2014 to honor Mr Vajpayee by fostering awareness among the people of accountability in government.
Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's birthday is being celebrated as Good Governance Day across the country today. Good Governance Day was established in 2014 to honor Mr Vajpayee by fostering awareness among the people of accountability in government.
- Question 136: Recently, Typhoon ___ affected Vietnam and Philippines>
Recently, Typhoon ___ affected Vietnam and Philippines>
Explanation: Authorities in Vietnam prepared to move a million people from low-lying areas along the south coast today as typhoon Tembin approached after it battered the Philippines with floods and landslides that killed around 240 people.
Authorities in Vietnam prepared to move a million people from low-lying areas along the south coast today as typhoon Tembin approached after it battered the Philippines with floods and landslides that killed around 240 people.
- Question 137: Recently, a new Magenta Metro line has started in.. ?Recently, a new Magenta Metro line has started in.. ?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated a stretch of the new Magenta line of the Delhi Metro today. The line connects Botanical Garden in Noida with Kalkaji Mandir in Delhi.
It will significantly reduce travel time between Noida and South Delhi. On this occasion, the Prime Minister will also address a public meeting in Noida.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated a stretch of the new Magenta line of the Delhi Metro today. The line connects Botanical Garden in Noida with Kalkaji Mandir in Delhi.
It will significantly reduce travel time between Noida and South Delhi. On this occasion, the Prime Minister will also address a public meeting in Noida.
- Question 138: Tunisia has banned ___ airline from landing in the capital Tunis?Tunisia has banned ___ airline from landing in the capital Tunis?
Explanation: Tunisia has banned Emirates airline from landing in the capital Tunis after a number of Tunisian women were prevented from boarding its flights. The move comes amid widespread anger in Tunisia, with rights groups condemning racist and discriminatory measures. Tunisia has banned Emirates airline from landing in the capital Tunis after a number of Tunisian women were prevented from boarding its flights. The move comes amid widespread anger in Tunisia, with rights groups condemning racist and discriminatory measures.
- Question 139: World’s Longest Glass Bridge has Opened ...?World’s Longest Glass Bridge has Opened ...?
Explanation:The world’s longest glass bridge has been opened in China to the public. Though it has a capacity to hold 2000 people, only 500 would be allowed at a time.
Located in Shijiazhuang, the magnificent bridge lies 218 meters above hanging between the two cliffs in Hongyagu Scenic Area in Pingshan county.The world’s longest glass bridge has been opened in China to the public. Though it has a capacity to hold 2000 people, only 500 would be allowed at a time.
Located in Shijiazhuang, the magnificent bridge lies 218 meters above hanging between the two cliffs in Hongyagu Scenic Area in Pingshan county.
- Question 140: UP government has signs MoU with __ enhance cooperation in the field of tourism, skill development, culture and farming?
UP government has signs MoU with __ enhance cooperation in the field of tourism, skill development, culture and farming?
Explanation:An agreement was signed in 2000 to develop Ayodhya and Gimhae as sister cities, following which a memorial was constructed in Ayodhya which is visited by a large number of tourists from South Korea every year.
An agreement was signed in 2000 to develop Ayodhya and Gimhae as sister cities, following which a memorial was constructed in Ayodhya which is visited by a large number of tourists from South Korea every year.
- Question 141: __ has become the First Indian City to have its Own Logo?
__ has become the First Indian City to have its Own Logo?
Explanation:Karnataka's capital city Bengaluru has become the first Indian city to have its own logo after the state government launched it. The logo was designed by a design start-up and uses both English and Kannada alphabets.Karnataka's capital city Bengaluru has become the first Indian city to have its own logo after the state government launched it. The logo was designed by a design start-up and uses both English and Kannada alphabets.
- Question 142: Gauri Lankesh was a ___ ? Gauri Lankesh was a ___ ?
Explanation:The book, The Way I See It - a Gauri Lankesh Reader, has been edited by writer and sociologist Chandan Gowda.
A book containing selected writings by late journalist Gauri Lankesh was launched at the Mumbai Press Club, three months after she was gunned down.
The book, The Way I See It - a Gauri Lankesh Reader, has been edited by writer and sociologist Chandan Gowda.
A book containing selected writings by late journalist Gauri Lankesh was launched at the Mumbai Press Club, three months after she was gunned down.
- Question 143: Name the new chief minister of Gujarat? Name the new chief minister of Gujarat?
Explanation: In Gujarat, Bhartiya Janata Party formed its government sixth time in a row today in Gandhinagar. Vijay Rupani was sworn-in as the chief minister of the state for the second consecutive term.
In Gujarat, Bhartiya Janata Party formed its government sixth time in a row today in Gandhinagar. Vijay Rupani was sworn-in as the chief minister of the state for the second consecutive term.
- Question 144: India’s first runway on - Sea Bridge - will come up in...? India’s first runway on - Sea Bridge - will come up in...?
Explanation:India’s first runway on - Sea Bridge - will come up in Lakshadweep because the Airports Authority of India (AAI) has recently got a green nod to extend Lakshadweep’s Agatti Airport.India’s first runway on - Sea Bridge - will come up in Lakshadweep because the Airports Authority of India (AAI) has recently got a green nod to extend Lakshadweep’s Agatti Airport.
- Question 145: ___ is the India’s first home-grown high purity gold reference standard, which is launched at the India Government Mint (IGM)?
___ is the India’s first home-grown high purity gold reference standard, which is launched at the India Government Mint (IGM)?
Explanation:The BND-4201 is the reference material for gold of ‘9999’ fineness (gold that is 99.99% pure) and will be beneficial to the consumers and public at large to ensure purity of gold. The BND-4201 is the reference material for gold of ‘9999’ fineness (gold that is 99.99% pure) and will be beneficial to the consumers and public at large to ensure purity of gold.
- Question 146: __ will host the annual meeting of World Economic Forum (WEF) 2018?__ will host the annual meeting of World Economic Forum (WEF) 2018?
Explanation: The annual meeting of World Economic Forum (WEF) 2018 will be held in Davos, Switzerland from January 22. In the 5-day event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the first Indian PM in 20 years to visit the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. The annual meeting of World Economic Forum (WEF) 2018 will be held in Davos, Switzerland from January 22. In the 5-day event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the first Indian PM in 20 years to visit the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.
- Question 147: Name the new Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh?Name the new Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh?
Explanation: Thakur is a MLA from Seraj in Mandi district. In the recent 2017 election, the BJP ousted the Congress from power by winning 44 out of the 68 seats. Thakur is a MLA from Seraj in Mandi district. In the recent 2017 election, the BJP ousted the Congress from power by winning 44 out of the 68 seats.
- Question 148: __ has launched the world’s largest amphibious aircraft - AG600?__ has launched the world’s largest amphibious aircraft - AG600?
Explanation: It’s the latest step in China’s military modernization program. The 121-feet long AG600 aircraft plane, codenamed - Kunlong - has a 38.8-meter wingspan and 4 turboprop engines. It’s the latest step in China’s military modernization program. The 121-feet long AG600 aircraft plane, codenamed - Kunlong - has a 38.8-meter wingspan and 4 turboprop engines.
- Question 149: Union Home Ministry has directed all NGOs, business entities and individuals who receive funds from abroad to open accounts in any of the ___ designated banks, within a month for higher level of transparency?
Union Home Ministry has directed all NGOs, business entities and individuals who receive funds from abroad to open accounts in any of the ___ designated banks, within a month for higher level of transparency?
Explanation:According to the ministry order, the directive to the NGOs, companies and individuals to open foreign contribution accounts in banks, which are integrated with the central government's Public Financial Management System (PFMS), came for providing a higher level of transparency and hassle-free reporting compliance.
According to the ministry order, the directive to the NGOs, companies and individuals to open foreign contribution accounts in banks, which are integrated with the central government's Public Financial Management System (PFMS), came for providing a higher level of transparency and hassle-free reporting compliance.
- Question 150: Atal Innovation Mission has selected additional ___ Schools for establishment of Atal Tinkering Labs?
Atal Innovation Mission has selected additional ___ Schools for establishment of Atal Tinkering Labs?
Explanation: NITI Aayog’s Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), Government of India’s flagship program to promote innovation and entrepreneurship nationwide in schools, universities and industry, has selected additional 1500 Schools for establishment of Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs).
NITI Aayog’s Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), Government of India’s flagship program to promote innovation and entrepreneurship nationwide in schools, universities and industry, has selected additional 1500 Schools for establishment of Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs).
- Question 151: Govt has released rupee 167 crore to ___ states with international border for development of infrastructure ?
Govt has released rupee 167 crore to ___ states with international border for development of infrastructure ?
Explanation: Home Ministry has released 167 crore rupees to nine states with international border for the development of infrastructure in forward areas.
Home Ministry has released 167 crore rupees to nine states with international border for the development of infrastructure in forward areas.
- Question 152: Who has edited the book - The Way I See It: A Gauri Lankesh Reader -?Who has edited the book - The Way I See It: A Gauri Lankesh Reader -?
Explanation: The book containing selected writings by late journalist Gauri Lankesh was launched at the Mumbai Press Club on 22nd December 2017, three months after she was gunned down outside her home in Bengaluru by unidentified men. The book containing selected writings by late journalist Gauri Lankesh was launched at the Mumbai Press Club on 22nd December 2017, three months after she was gunned down outside her home in Bengaluru by unidentified men.
- Question 153: Name the director general of Narcotics Control Bureau ? Name the director general of Narcotics Control Bureau ?
Explanation: Senior IPS officer Abhay was on Wednesday appointed Director General of Narcotics Control Bureau NCB.
The order issued by Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) said, the appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved his appointment to the post till 18th of November 2019.
Senior IPS officer Abhay was on Wednesday appointed Director General of Narcotics Control Bureau NCB.
The order issued by Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) said, the appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved his appointment to the post till 18th of November 2019.
- Question 154: 25th National Children Science Congress held in ...? 25th National Children Science Congress held in ...?
Explanation: Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani will inaugurate the 25th National Children Science Congress in Ahmedabad this afternoon.
The theme of the five-day Congress is 'Science and Innovation for Sustainable Development' with the special focus on persons with disabilities.
Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani will inaugurate the 25th National Children Science Congress in Ahmedabad this afternoon.
The theme of the five-day Congress is 'Science and Innovation for Sustainable Development' with the special focus on persons with disabilities.
- Question 155: 1st air cargo flight from Kabul to ___ has started?
1st air cargo flight from Kabul to ___ has started?
Explanation: The first air cargo flight from Kabul to Mumbai will take off today. Officials said it will be the second route on the air cargo link between Afghanistan and India.
The first route from Kabul to New Delhi was launched in June.
CEO of Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce, Atiqullah Nusrat said the cargo plane will carry 40 tonnes of fresh fruits from Kabul.
Afghanistan has so far exported 1,600 tonnes of fruits worth more than 20 million US dollars to India via the air corridor.
The first air cargo flight from Kabul to Mumbai will take off today. Officials said it will be the second route on the air cargo link between Afghanistan and India.
The first route from Kabul to New Delhi was launched in June.
CEO of Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce, Atiqullah Nusrat said the cargo plane will carry 40 tonnes of fresh fruits from Kabul.
Afghanistan has so far exported 1,600 tonnes of fruits worth more than 20 million US dollars to India via the air corridor.
- Question 156: UN has approved ___ million dollar cut in annual budget for next year?
UN has approved ___ million dollar cut in annual budget for next year?
Explanation: The United Nations has approved a 286 million US dollar cut in its annual budget for the next year, a five per cent historic reduction in spending.
The UN said in a statement that the General Assembly on Sunday approved the regular budget of 5.3 billion dollars for 2018-2019.
The United Nations has approved a 286 million US dollar cut in its annual budget for the next year, a five per cent historic reduction in spending.
The UN said in a statement that the General Assembly on Sunday approved the regular budget of 5.3 billion dollars for 2018-2019.
- Question 157: Erie is a city in __ state ? Erie is a city in __ state ?
Explanation: A heavy storm has brought a record amount of snow to the US city of Erie on Christmas Day, forcing officials to declare a state of emergency.
A total of 34in of snow blanketed the city and surrounding areas in the Pennsylvania state.
There was no respite on Boxing Day, with meteorologists registering a grand total of 60in over the two-day period.
A heavy storm has brought a record amount of snow to the US city of Erie on Christmas Day, forcing officials to declare a state of emergency.
A total of 34in of snow blanketed the city and surrounding areas in the Pennsylvania state.
There was no respite on Boxing Day, with meteorologists registering a grand total of 60in over the two-day period.
- Question 158: __ has set up Automatic service ATMs at nearly 9900 Atal Seva Kendras ?
__ has set up Automatic service ATMs at nearly 9900 Atal Seva Kendras ?
Explanation: In Rajasthan, taking a step ahead towards delivering services through e-governance, state government is setting up Automatic service ATMs ‘E-Mitra Plus’ at nearly 9 thousand 9 hundred Atal Seva Kendras and 2500 urban locations situated across the state.
In Rajasthan, taking a step ahead towards delivering services through e-governance, state government is setting up Automatic service ATMs ‘E-Mitra Plus’ at nearly 9 thousand 9 hundred Atal Seva Kendras and 2500 urban locations situated across the state.
- Question 159: The government is likely to impose anti-dumping duty on a ___ antibiotic ?
The government is likely to impose anti-dumping duty on a ___ antibiotic ?
Explanation:The government is likely to impose anti-dumping duty on a Chinese antibiotic.
The commerce ministry's investigation arm Directorate General of Anti-Dumping and Allied Duties,DGAD has recommended levy of up to 9.48 dollar per kg in its final findings.
The government is likely to impose anti-dumping duty on a Chinese antibiotic.
The commerce ministry's investigation arm Directorate General of Anti-Dumping and Allied Duties,DGAD has recommended levy of up to 9.48 dollar per kg in its final findings.
- Question 160: ___ hosts Sagar Fair ?___ hosts Sagar Fair ?
Explanation:The West Bengal Chief Minister Ms. Mamata Banerjee has said that the Sagar Fair at the confluence of river Ganga and the Bay of Bengal is as holy as any other holy place in the country.
The West Bengal Chief Minister Ms. Mamata Banerjee has said that the Sagar Fair at the confluence of river Ganga and the Bay of Bengal is as holy as any other holy place in the country.
- Question 161: Samsung has tied-up with ___ to offer Bill Payments on Samsung Pay?Samsung has tied-up with ___ to offer Bill Payments on Samsung Pay?
Explanation:The new feature launched by the company will enable users to pay their utility bills seamlessly via Samsung Pay secure and convenient platform.The new feature launched by the company will enable users to pay their utility bills seamlessly via Samsung Pay secure and convenient platform.
- Question 162: India has signed a loan agreement with WorldBank for 40 Million dollar for ___ Pro-Poor Tourism Development Project?India has signed a loan agreement with WorldBank for 40 Million dollar for ___ Pro-Poor Tourism Development Project?
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- Question 163: Anisa Sayyed is related with..?Anisa Sayyed is related with..?
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- Question 164: Who is the winner of Harivarasanam Award 2017?Who is the winner of Harivarasanam Award 2017?
Explanation: Veteran singer K S Chitra has been selected for the prestigious - Harivarasanam award 2017, instituted by the Kerala government. Veteran singer K S Chitra has been selected for the prestigious - Harivarasanam award 2017, instituted by the Kerala government.
- Question 165: SBI has got board Approval to Raise___ crore to Comply Basel III?
SBI has got board Approval to Raise___ crore to Comply Basel III?
Explanation:Masala bonds are rupee denominated specialised debt instruments that can be floated in overseas markets only to raise capital.Masala bonds are rupee denominated specialised debt instruments that can be floated in overseas markets only to raise capital.
- Question 166: Robbie Malinga was a famous..?Robbie Malinga was a famous..?
Explanation: Robbie Malinga, the legendary South African musician, has passed away on December 25, 2017. He is known for his hit songs such as, Sobabili, Mthanda and Baby Please. Robbie Malinga, the legendary South African musician, has passed away on December 25, 2017. He is known for his hit songs such as, Sobabili, Mthanda and Baby Please.
- Question 167: __ has got the the post Joint Secretary in the 15th Finance Commission?__ has got the the post Joint Secretary in the 15th Finance Commission?
Explanation: Mukhmeet Singh Bhatia, a 1990 batch IAS officer of Jharkhand cadre, has been given charge for the post of Joint Secretary in Fifteenth Finance Commission under the Department of Economic Affairs for tenure of five years. Mukhmeet Singh Bhatia, a 1990 batch IAS officer of Jharkhand cadre, has been given charge for the post of Joint Secretary in Fifteenth Finance Commission under the Department of Economic Affairs for tenure of five years.
- Question 168: India will overtake UK, France to become 5th-largest economy in ...?
India will overtake UK, France to become 5th-largest economy in ...?
Explanation:India is set to leapfrog Britain and France next year to become the world's fifth-largest economy in dollar terms.
The Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr) consultancy’s 2018 World Economic League Table painted an upbeat view of the global economy, boosted by cheap energy and technology prices.
India is set to leapfrog Britain and France next year to become the world's fifth-largest economy in dollar terms.
The Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr) consultancy’s 2018 World Economic League Table painted an upbeat view of the global economy, boosted by cheap energy and technology prices.
- Question 169: Who has been appointed joint secretary in Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council ? Who has been appointed joint secretary in Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council ?
Explanation: The PMEAC is mandated to analyse all critical issues, economic or otherwise, referred to it by the prime minister and advising him thereon. The PMEAC is mandated to analyse all critical issues, economic or otherwise, referred to it by the prime minister and advising him thereon.
- Question 170: The Lok Sabha has passed the Muslim Women Bill 2017 making instant triple talaq illegal with up to __ years in jail for the husband?
The Lok Sabha has passed the Muslim Women Bill 2017 making instant triple talaq illegal with up to __ years in jail for the husband?
Explanation:The bill introduced in the Lok Sabha earlier, was passed after the House rejected a string of amendments moved by various opposition members.
The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriages) Bill 2017 bill seeks to make instant triple talaq in any form spoken, in writing or by electronic means such as email, SMS and WhatsApp as bad or illegal and void.
The bill introduced in the Lok Sabha earlier, was passed after the House rejected a string of amendments moved by various opposition members.
The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriages) Bill 2017 bill seeks to make instant triple talaq in any form spoken, in writing or by electronic means such as email, SMS and WhatsApp as bad or illegal and void.
- Question 171: Name the animators who designed the iconic characters Bugs Bunny, who died recently?
Name the animators who designed the iconic characters Bugs Bunny, who died recently?
Explanation:Bob Givens, one of the animators behind designing the iconic characters Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd, died at the age of 99. He was from the USA. Bob Givens, one of the animators behind designing the iconic characters Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd, died at the age of 99. He was from the USA.