- Question 1: Surya Kiran is a joint exercise between India and ..... ? Surya Kiran is a joint exercise between India and ..... ?
Explanation:A joint military exercise Surya Kiran-XI between India and Nepal begins in Pithoragarh area of Uttarakhand.This is a battalion level joint exercise between the two armies.
The two-week long exercise is aimed at training of both the troops in the area of various counter-insurgency operations over a prolonged period.
A joint military exercise Surya Kiran-XI between India and Nepal begins in Pithoragarh area of Uttarakhand.This is a battalion level joint exercise between the two armies.
The two-week long exercise is aimed at training of both the troops in the area of various counter-insurgency operations over a prolonged period.
- Question 2: First country in the world to ban metals mining is..?First country in the world to ban metals mining is..?
Explanation:El Salvador, Central America’s smallest nation, has become the first country in the world to ban metals mining nationwide.El Salvador, Central America’s smallest nation, has become the first country in the world to ban metals mining nationwide.
- Question 3: A three-day annual meeting of New Development Bank held at... ?
A three-day annual meeting of New Development Bank held at... ?
Explanation: The three Day annual meeting of the New Development Bank, NDB, began in national capital today with a focus on building a sustainable future. Tomorrow, BRICS Business Council will meet followed by the Opening Ceremony of the meeting of the NDB Board of Governors’.
The three Day annual meeting of the New Development Bank, NDB, began in national capital today with a focus on building a sustainable future. Tomorrow, BRICS Business Council will meet followed by the Opening Ceremony of the meeting of the NDB Board of Governors’.
- Question 4: Recently, ___ has passed Bill on cow slaughter ?Recently, ___ has passed Bill on cow slaughter ?
Explanation:Gujarat Assembly today passed the Gujarat Animal Preservation (Amendment) Bill, 2017 unopposed in absence of opposition members which has more stringent provision against the Cow slaughtering and cow transportation for slaughtering.
According to the provisions of this bill, the Cow transportation will be possible only with permit issued by Government authority.
Gujarat Assembly today passed the Gujarat Animal Preservation (Amendment) Bill, 2017 unopposed in absence of opposition members which has more stringent provision against the Cow slaughtering and cow transportation for slaughtering.
According to the provisions of this bill, the Cow transportation will be possible only with permit issued by Government authority.
- Question 5: Name India's first smart tribal village ? Name India's first smart tribal village ?
Explanation: The village has been introduced with smart classes in the schools, better roads, electricity and water facility.
The village has been introduced with smart classes in the schools, better roads, electricity and water facility.
- Question 6: ___ has won the Best Actress award at the International Film Festival and Awards of Australia (IFFAA)?___ has won the Best Actress award at the International Film Festival and Awards of Australia (IFFAA)?
Explanation: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s film Sarbjit has given her yet another reason to celebrate. The actor who played the character of Sarabjit Singh’s sister Dalbir Kaur, has won the Best Actress award at the International Film Festival and Awards of Australia (IFFAA). Aishwarya was seen in a de-glam look in the film, which left the audience in shock.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s film Sarbjit has given her yet another reason to celebrate. The actor who played the character of Sarabjit Singh’s sister Dalbir Kaur, has won the Best Actress award at the International Film Festival and Awards of Australia (IFFAA). Aishwarya was seen in a de-glam look in the film, which left the audience in shock.
- Question 7: ___ secured first position in the world in the prestigious Airports Council International (ACI)-Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey?
___ secured first position in the world in the prestigious Airports Council International (ACI)-Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey?
Explanation: GMR's Hyderabad International Airport has secured first position in the world in the prestigious Airports Council International (ACI)-Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey in the 5-15 million passengers per annum (MPPA) category for the year 2016. GMR's Hyderabad International Airport has secured first position in the world in the prestigious Airports Council International (ACI)-Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey in the 5-15 million passengers per annum (MPPA) category for the year 2016.
- Question 8: Which insurance company has launched India's first life insurance chatbot in collaboration ?Which insurance company has launched India's first life insurance chatbot in collaboration ?
Explanation:HDFC Life, one of India's leading private life insurance companies, announced the launch of India's first life insurance chatbot in collaboration with Haptik, India's largest chatbot platform. The chatbot will act as a financial guide to help users choose the most suitable life insurance plans and solutions. HDFC Life, one of India's leading private life insurance companies, announced the launch of India's first life insurance chatbot in collaboration with Haptik, India's largest chatbot platform. The chatbot will act as a financial guide to help users choose the most suitable life insurance plans and solutions.
- Question 9: __ is hosting International Yoga fest ?__ is hosting International Yoga fest ?
Explanation:The two-day International Yoga fest will begin in New Delhi. Information and Broadcasting Minister Venkaiah Naidu will inaugurate the fest at Talkatora stadium.
The two-day International Yoga fest will begin in New Delhi. Information and Broadcasting Minister Venkaiah Naidu will inaugurate the fest at Talkatora stadium.
- Question 10: MakeMyTrip and __ have partnered for hotel bookings
MakeMyTrip and __ have partnered for hotel bookings
Explanation:Payments platform PayPal announced an extension of its merchant partnership with MakeMyTrip, Indian online travel booking company, to facilitate hotel and holidays booking in addition to airline tickets. Payments platform PayPal announced an extension of its merchant partnership with MakeMyTrip, Indian online travel booking company, to facilitate hotel and holidays booking in addition to airline tickets.
- Question 11: Habbi is a village in...?Habbi is a village in...?
Explanation:Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Chowdhary Zulfkar Ali inaugurated the first smart tribal model village 'Habbi' in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Chowdhary Zulfkar Ali inaugurated the first smart tribal model village 'Habbi' in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.
- Question 12: __ has introduced Exam Locator app to help students ? __ has introduced Exam Locator app to help students ?
Explanation:The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a mobile application to help students appearing for class 10th and 12th examinations to locate their exam centres.The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a mobile application to help students appearing for class 10th and 12th examinations to locate their exam centres.
- Question 13: Who has launched 100MB mobile app?Who has launched 100MB mobile app?
Explanation:The app allows users access to their personal social media account within the app and access to exclusive information and interaction with Tendulkar.The app allows users access to their personal social media account within the app and access to exclusive information and interaction with Tendulkar.
- Question 14: India’s first International Centre for Foot and Mouth Disease (ICFMD) has been set up in ....?India’s first International Centre for Foot and Mouth Disease (ICFMD) has been set up in ....?
Explanation:The research centre has been constructed in joint collaboration of UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation and Union government’s Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to conduct research on viral disease of cattle and buffaloes. The research centre has been constructed in joint collaboration of UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation and Union government’s Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to conduct research on viral disease of cattle and buffaloes.
- Question 15: ___ become the 27th state to join UDAY scheme
___ become the 27th state to join UDAY scheme
Explanation: Mizoram has become the 27th state to join Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY) scheme meant for revival of debt-stressed discoms which will help it get overall benefits of 198 crore rupees. Centre and Mizoram have signed a MOU for operational improvement of the state's Power Distribution Department.
Mizoram has become the 27th state to join Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY) scheme meant for revival of debt-stressed discoms which will help it get overall benefits of 198 crore rupees. Centre and Mizoram have signed a MOU for operational improvement of the state's Power Distribution Department.
- Question 16: 80,000 gram panchayats in the country have been provided with broadband connectivity under ___ programme ? 80,000 gram panchayats in the country have been provided with broadband connectivity under ___ programme ?
Explanation: Minister of State for Communications (Independent Charge) Manoj Sinha has said, 2.4 lakh gram panchayats are being connected through optical fibre network for better connectivity.
Minister of State for Communications (Independent Charge) Manoj Sinha has said, 2.4 lakh gram panchayats are being connected through optical fibre network for better connectivity.
- Question 17: Axis Bank has tied up with __ for US remittances ?
Axis Bank has tied up with __ for US remittances ?
Explanation: Axis Bank has tied up with Wells Fargo (the third largest American bank by assets) to offer real-time remittances from the Indian diaspora to their relatives back home.
Axis Bank has tied up with Wells Fargo (the third largest American bank by assets) to offer real-time remittances from the Indian diaspora to their relatives back home.
- Question 18: The Reserve Bank of India was set up on recommendations of ... ?The Reserve Bank of India was set up on recommendations of ... ?
Explanation:82nd Establishment Day of RBI was observed on 1st April 2017.
Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 (II of 1934) provides the statutory basis for the functioning of the Bank, which commenced operations on April 1, 1935.
82nd Establishment Day of RBI was observed on 1st April 2017.
Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 (II of 1934) provides the statutory basis for the functioning of the Bank, which commenced operations on April 1, 1935.
- Question 19: __ has signed MoU with Indian Army ?__ has signed MoU with Indian Army ?
Explanation: The Indian Army has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M). The objective of the agreement is to identify and enhance the critical technological areas that can be enhanced in the armed forces.
The Indian Army has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M). The objective of the agreement is to identify and enhance the critical technological areas that can be enhanced in the armed forces.
- Question 20: Where is the headquarters of International Energy Association ?
Where is the headquarters of International Energy Association ?
Explanation:India world’s 3rd largest energy consumer has joined International Energy Association (IAE) as an associate member.
India will also now have a greater say in global energy issues. With India as an associate member, IEA now formally covers 70% of the world’s energy consumption, thus increasing its relevance.
India world’s 3rd largest energy consumer has joined International Energy Association (IAE) as an associate member.
India will also now have a greater say in global energy issues. With India as an associate member, IEA now formally covers 70% of the world’s energy consumption, thus increasing its relevance.
- Question 21: Where is Kanha tiger reserve ?Where is Kanha tiger reserve ?
Explanation: Kanha tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh has become the first tiger reserve in India to officially introduce a mascot of its own. The Mascot has been named 'Bhoorsingh the Barasingha.
Kanha tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh has become the first tiger reserve in India to officially introduce a mascot of its own. The Mascot has been named 'Bhoorsingh the Barasingha.
- Question 22: Barmer-Munawab, Pipad Road-Bilara rail routes have been declared as Green Corridors, now total no. of Green Corridors in India is...?Barmer-Munawab, Pipad Road-Bilara rail routes have been declared as Green Corridors, now total no. of Green Corridors in India is...?
Explanation:The North Western Railway has declared the Barmer-Munawab and Pipad Road-Bilara rail routes in Rajasthan as Green Corridors. With this total number of green corridors has increased to five.
The 114 km long Manamadurai– Rameswaram stretch of Southern Railway was India’s first ‘Green corridor’. Okha-Kanalus and Porbandar-Wasjaliya railway sections of Gujarat also have been declared green corridors.
The North Western Railway has declared the Barmer-Munawab and Pipad Road-Bilara rail routes in Rajasthan as Green Corridors. With this total number of green corridors has increased to five.
The 114 km long Manamadurai– Rameswaram stretch of Southern Railway was India’s first ‘Green corridor’. Okha-Kanalus and Porbandar-Wasjaliya railway sections of Gujarat also have been declared green corridors.
- Question 23: Name the new Chief Justice of Rajasthan HC ? Name the new Chief Justice of Rajasthan HC ?
Explanation: Justice Pradeep Nandrajog has taken over as Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court. He was administered oath of Office by Governor Kalyan Singh at Raj Bhawan in Jaipur. Justice Pradeep Nandrajog has taken over as Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court. He was administered oath of Office by Governor Kalyan Singh at Raj Bhawan in Jaipur.
- Question 24: Carolina Marin is a badminton player from...? Carolina Marin is a badminton player from...?
Explanation: If there was any doubt who the undisputed Indian queen of badminton is, PV Sindhu put that to rest by beating Olympic champion Carolina Marin in the women's singles final to win her maiden India Open Super Series title on Sunday. If there was any doubt who the undisputed Indian queen of badminton is, PV Sindhu put that to rest by beating Olympic champion Carolina Marin in the women's singles final to win her maiden India Open Super Series title on Sunday.
- Question 25: ___ has been ranked number one educational institution in India by Human Resources Development Ministry ? ___ has been ranked number one educational institution in India by Human Resources Development Ministry ?
Explanation: Indian Institute of Science, IISc Bangalore has been ranked number one educational institution in India by Human Resources Development Ministry.
Seven Indian Institutes of Technology, IITs have also made it to the list of the top ten educational institutions released under the National Institutional Ranking Framework. Indian Institute of Science, IISc Bangalore has been ranked number one educational institution in India by Human Resources Development Ministry.
Seven Indian Institutes of Technology, IITs have also made it to the list of the top ten educational institutions released under the National Institutional Ranking Framework.
- Question 26: ___ has become the 7th member of South Asia Sub-regional Economic Cooperation (SASEC) program of Asian Development Bank (ADB) ?___ has become the 7th member of South Asia Sub-regional Economic Cooperation (SASEC) program of Asian Development Bank (ADB) ?
Explanation: Myanmar became the 7th member of South Asia Sub-regional Economic Cooperation (SASEC) program of Asian Development Bank (ADB).
It was officially made member at the SASEC Finance Ministers’ meeting held in New Delhi and chaired by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley. Myanmar became the 7th member of South Asia Sub-regional Economic Cooperation (SASEC) program of Asian Development Bank (ADB).
It was officially made member at the SASEC Finance Ministers’ meeting held in New Delhi and chaired by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.
- Question 27: ___ is hosting 19th edition of Commonwealth Forestry Conference ?___ is hosting 19th edition of Commonwealth Forestry Conference ?
Explanation:The 19th edition of Commonwealth Forestry Conference (CFC) has started at Forest Research Institute in Dehradun, Uttarakhand with the theme Forests for Prosperity and Posterity on April 3, 2017. The 19th edition of Commonwealth Forestry Conference (CFC) has started at Forest Research Institute in Dehradun, Uttarakhand with the theme Forests for Prosperity and Posterity on April 3, 2017.
- Question 28: World Autism Awareness Day is observed on... ?World Autism Awareness Day is observed on... ?
Explanation: Toward Autonomy and Self-Determination was the theme of 2017 World Autism Awareness Day , Toward Autonomy and Self-Determination was the theme of 2017 World Autism Awareness Day ,
- Question 29: Winner of 2017 UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize? Winner of 2017 UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize?
Explanation: Dawit Isaak, an imprisoned Eritrean-Swedish journalist who was arrested in a crackdown on the media in September 2001 and was known for his critical and insightful reporting, has been chosen for the 2017 UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize Dawit Isaak, an imprisoned Eritrean-Swedish journalist who was arrested in a crackdown on the media in September 2001 and was known for his critical and insightful reporting, has been chosen for the 2017 UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize
- Question 30: Name the new Vice Chancellor of Nalanda University?Name the new Vice Chancellor of Nalanda University?
Explanation: The headquarters of Nalanda University is at Rajgir, Bihar. The headquarters of Nalanda University is at Rajgir, Bihar.
- Question 31: Which city has become the first Indian city to offer 1 Gbps wired broadband internet service? Which city has become the first Indian city to offer 1 Gbps wired broadband internet service?
Explanation:The Atria Convergence Technologies (ACT) Fibrenet has recently launched 1 Gigabit per second wired broadband internet service in Hyderabad. With this launch, Hyderabad has become the India’s first Giga-enabled. The Atria Convergence Technologies (ACT) Fibrenet has recently launched 1 Gigabit per second wired broadband internet service in Hyderabad. With this launch, Hyderabad has become the India’s first Giga-enabled.
- Question 32: Tax evasion over __ crore will be non-bailable offence under new GST regime ?Tax evasion over __ crore will be non-bailable offence under new GST regime ?
Explanation:Tax evasion of over five crore rupees under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime would be non-bailable offence with the police having the authority to make an arrest without a warrant.
Tax evasion of over five crore rupees under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime would be non-bailable offence with the police having the authority to make an arrest without a warrant.
- Question 33: __ will be the chairman of the newly constituted National Board for Electric Mobility (NBEM)?__ will be the chairman of the newly constituted National Board for Electric Mobility (NBEM)?
Explanation: The Union Government has recently constituted National Board of Electric Mobility (NBEM) to promote electric mobility and manufacturing of electric (& hybrid) vehicles and their components. The Board will be chaired by Girish Shankar, Secretary of the Department of Heavy Industry.
The Union Government has recently constituted National Board of Electric Mobility (NBEM) to promote electric mobility and manufacturing of electric (& hybrid) vehicles and their components. The Board will be chaired by Girish Shankar, Secretary of the Department of Heavy Industry.
- Question 34: UP Govt has formed ___ committee to implement farm loan waiver decission ? UP Govt has formed ___ committee to implement farm loan waiver decission ?
Explanation:The Uttar Pradesh government has set up a six-member committee to implement its decision of waving off farmers’ agricultural loan. The committee will be headed by Chief Secretary Rahul Bhatnagar.
The Uttar Pradesh government has set up a six-member committee to implement its decision of waving off farmers’ agricultural loan. The committee will be headed by Chief Secretary Rahul Bhatnagar.
- Question 35: Five State Banks, Bharatiya Mahila Bank merged with SBI, which make total customer base of the bank will reach.... ?Five State Banks, Bharatiya Mahila Bank merged with SBI, which make total customer base of the bank will reach.... ?
Explanation: Five associates and the Bharatiya Mahila Bank became part of the State Bank of India, catapulting the country's largest lender to among the top 50 banks in the world.
State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Patiala and State Bank of Travancore, besides Bharatiya Mahila Bank merged with SBI.
The total customer base of the bank will reach 37 crores with a branch network of around 24,000 and nearly 59,000 ATMs across the country. The merged entity will have a deposit base of more than 26 lakh crore rupees and advances level of 18.50 lakh crore rupees.
Five associates and the Bharatiya Mahila Bank became part of the State Bank of India, catapulting the country's largest lender to among the top 50 banks in the world.
State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Patiala and State Bank of Travancore, besides Bharatiya Mahila Bank merged with SBI.
The total customer base of the bank will reach 37 crores with a branch network of around 24,000 and nearly 59,000 ATMs across the country. The merged entity will have a deposit base of more than 26 lakh crore rupees and advances level of 18.50 lakh crore rupees.
- Question 36: Ajay Jayaram is related with... ? Ajay Jayaram is related with... ?
Explanation:India's top shuttlers PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal suffered shocking first-round exits from the Malaysia Open Super Series IN Malaysia.
Rio Olympics silver-medallist Sindhu was shown the door by unseeded Chen Yufei of China 18-21 21-19 21-17 in women's singles at the Stadium Perpaduan.
Ajay Jayaram defeated Chinese Qiao Bin in straight sets 21-11 21-8, needing barely 31 minutes to complete a comfortable win in the men's singles opening round match.
India's top shuttlers PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal suffered shocking first-round exits from the Malaysia Open Super Series IN Malaysia.
Rio Olympics silver-medallist Sindhu was shown the door by unseeded Chen Yufei of China 18-21 21-19 21-17 in women's singles at the Stadium Perpaduan.
Ajay Jayaram defeated Chinese Qiao Bin in straight sets 21-11 21-8, needing barely 31 minutes to complete a comfortable win in the men's singles opening round match.
- Question 37: A day-long national conference on Communicating India is being held in... ?A day-long national conference on Communicating India is being held in... ?
Explanation:A day-long national conference on Communicating India is being held in New Delhi. The three main themes for the conference are Telling India's story to the world, Communicating via Journalism' and 'Dialogue with Diaspora.
A day-long national conference on Communicating India is being held in New Delhi. The three main themes for the conference are Telling India's story to the world, Communicating via Journalism' and 'Dialogue with Diaspora.
- Question 38: Gunotsav programme has been launched in 8 districts of...?Gunotsav programme has been launched in 8 districts of...?
Explanation: In Assam, Gunotsav programme was launched in 8 districts of the state today. The state government has launched the initiative to improve elementary education. The districts include Dibrugarh, Lakhimpur, Barpeta and Kamrup Metro.
In Assam, Gunotsav programme was launched in 8 districts of the state today. The state government has launched the initiative to improve elementary education. The districts include Dibrugarh, Lakhimpur, Barpeta and Kamrup Metro.
- Question 39: Who has been appointed as the CEO of Gulf Oil India for a day?Who has been appointed as the CEO of Gulf Oil India for a day?
Explanation: Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who has worn many hats over the years, worn another feather in his cap today.
Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who has worn many hats over the years, worn another feather in his cap today.
- Question 40: First bio-gas fuelled bus keeping a flat fare of just Re 1 was launched inFirst bio-gas fuelled bus keeping a flat fare of just Re 1 was launched in
Explanation: A city based company has claimed to have launched the first bio-gas fuelled bus in Kolkata keeping a flat fare of just Re 1.
All buses will have a flat fare of Re 1 irrespective of the distance, even in excess of 40 km, he said. A city based company has claimed to have launched the first bio-gas fuelled bus in Kolkata keeping a flat fare of just Re 1.
All buses will have a flat fare of Re 1 irrespective of the distance, even in excess of 40 km, he said.
- Question 41: FAME Stands forFAME Stands for
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- Question 42: Which Indian Institute is ranked number 1 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)?Which Indian Institute is ranked number 1 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)?
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- Question 43: ___ committee was set up to examine the alleged irregularities and cases of nepotism in the appointments across various Delhi ? ___ committee was set up to examine the alleged irregularities and cases of nepotism in the appointments across various Delhi ?
Explanation:BJP has attacked the AAP government in Delhi taking note of the Shunglu Committee’s report which found misuse of power by the AAP regime in different decisions. The party said, the Committee has probed only 400 files of the Arvind Kejriwal government and found large-scale corruption.
Shunglu committee, set up by Delhi's former LG Najeeb Jung to scrutinize decisions taken by the AAP government, has alleged irregularities were committed while taking decisions on land allotment for the AAP office in the national capital and the appointment of Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain's daughter in a health project.
BJP has attacked the AAP government in Delhi taking note of the Shunglu Committee’s report which found misuse of power by the AAP regime in different decisions. The party said, the Committee has probed only 400 files of the Arvind Kejriwal government and found large-scale corruption.
Shunglu committee, set up by Delhi's former LG Najeeb Jung to scrutinize decisions taken by the AAP government, has alleged irregularities were committed while taking decisions on land allotment for the AAP office in the national capital and the appointment of Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain's daughter in a health project.
- Question 44: _ has launched Deendayal Rasoi Yojna to provide food at a subsidized rate to the poor in urban areas ? _ has launched Deendayal Rasoi Yojna to provide food at a subsidized rate to the poor in urban areas ?
Explanation:In Madhya Pradesh, the state government is launching Deendayal Rasoi Yojna today to provide food at a subsidized rate to the poor in urban areas.
The scheme will be implemented in all the 51 district headquarters in the first phase.
In Madhya Pradesh, the state government is launching Deendayal Rasoi Yojna today to provide food at a subsidized rate to the poor in urban areas.
The scheme will be implemented in all the 51 district headquarters in the first phase.
- Question 45: __- is hosting 3day National Children’s Film Festival ?__- is hosting 3day National Children’s Film Festival ?
Explanation: Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting and Urban Development M. Venkaiah Naidu will inaugurate a three-day National Children’s Film Festival in Vishakhapatnam.
It is the largest film festival for children in the country giving the audience quality and wholesome entertainment. The aim of the film festival is to expose children to quality cinema and to introduce novel elements beyond films. Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting and Urban Development M. Venkaiah Naidu will inaugurate a three-day National Children’s Film Festival in Vishakhapatnam.
It is the largest film festival for children in the country giving the audience quality and wholesome entertainment. The aim of the film festival is to expose children to quality cinema and to introduce novel elements beyond films.
- Question 46: K Shyam Kumar is related with...?K Shyam Kumar is related with...?
Explanation: India's K Shyam Kumar advanced to the final of the Thailand International Boxing Tournament in Bangkok in the 49kg category.
However, Rohit Tokas had to settle for a bronze medal after going down in the semifinals of the 64kg category against Uzbekistan's Abduraimov Elnur. India's K Shyam Kumar advanced to the final of the Thailand International Boxing Tournament in Bangkok in the 49kg category.
However, Rohit Tokas had to settle for a bronze medal after going down in the semifinals of the 64kg category against Uzbekistan's Abduraimov Elnur.
- Question 47: Name the first woman police chief of Gujarat? Name the first woman police chief of Gujarat?
Explanation: Director General of Police (DGP) Geetha Johri was appointed in-charge police chief of Gujarat on Tuesday. The minister of state for home Pradeepsinh Jadeja announced the decision while stating that Johri has been given the additional charge as she is the senior-most IPS officer in the state. With this Johari has become the first woman IPS officer to be appointed for the top job in the state.
Director General of Police (DGP) Geetha Johri was appointed in-charge police chief of Gujarat on Tuesday. The minister of state for home Pradeepsinh Jadeja announced the decision while stating that Johri has been given the additional charge as she is the senior-most IPS officer in the state. With this Johari has become the first woman IPS officer to be appointed for the top job in the state.
- Question 48: Name the veteran NASA spacewoman who got three extra months in the orbit ? Name the veteran NASA spacewoman who got three extra months in the orbit ?
Explanation: Peggy Whitson, who broke Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams record for the most spacewalks by a woman, is poised to set a new record for cumulative time spent in space by a US astronaut.
NASA and the Russian space agency Roscosmos, signed an agreement to extend Whitson’s stay on the International Space Station by three months. Peggy Whitson, who broke Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams record for the most spacewalks by a woman, is poised to set a new record for cumulative time spent in space by a US astronaut.
NASA and the Russian space agency Roscosmos, signed an agreement to extend Whitson’s stay on the International Space Station by three months.
- Question 49: Name Australian Prime ? Name Australian Prime ?
Explanation: Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull will be on a four day official visit to India from 9th of this month.
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull will be on a four day official visit to India from 9th of this month.
- Question 50: World Health Day is observed on... ?World Health Day is observed on... ?
Explanation: The theme of our 2017 World Health Day campaign is: Depression Let's Talk
The theme of our 2017 World Health Day campaign is: Depression Let's Talk
- Question 51: Fill in the blanks:
Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has said, efforts are being made to further improve the road construction target to __ kms a day from the current __ kms per dayFill in the blanks:
Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has said, efforts are being made to further improve the road construction target to __ kms a day from the current __ kms per day
Explanation: He said, his Ministry has, on an average, recorded road construction of 23 kms a day as against 2 kms a day when the UPA government was in power. Mr Gadkari said, he intends to complete infrastructure work worth 25 lakh crore rupees in five years.
The government has also decided to increase the length of national highways from the existing 96,000 kms to 2 lakh kms. He said, his Ministry has, on an average, recorded road construction of 23 kms a day as against 2 kms a day when the UPA government was in power. Mr Gadkari said, he intends to complete infrastructure work worth 25 lakh crore rupees in five years.
The government has also decided to increase the length of national highways from the existing 96,000 kms to 2 lakh kms.
- Question 52: National Electronic Funds Transfer was started in..?National Electronic Funds Transfer was started in..?
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to slash clearance time for National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) in an attempt to enhance efficiency of the electronic payment system and add to customer convenience.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to slash clearance time for National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) in an attempt to enhance efficiency of the electronic payment system and add to customer convenience.
- Question 53: Sheikh Hasina is the ___ of __ ? Sheikh Hasina is the ___ of __ ?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina will hold talks in New Delhi.
The two leaders will discuss the entire gamut of bilateral relations. More than 20 pacts are set to be inked after the delegation-level talks.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina will hold talks in New Delhi.
The two leaders will discuss the entire gamut of bilateral relations. More than 20 pacts are set to be inked after the delegation-level talks.
- Question 54: The Indian Olympic Association, IOA, has granted affiliation to the ....? The Indian Olympic Association, IOA, has granted affiliation to the ....?
Explanation: The Indian Olympic Association, IOA, has granted affiliation to the Boxing Federation of India, BFI. The affiliation ends a logjam that goes back to September last year when BFI took charge of the sport after elections conducted in the presence of International Boxing Association, AIBA, and Sports Ministry observers. The Indian Olympic Association, IOA, has granted affiliation to the Boxing Federation of India, BFI. The affiliation ends a logjam that goes back to September last year when BFI took charge of the sport after elections conducted in the presence of International Boxing Association, AIBA, and Sports Ministry observers.
- Question 55: Where is Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant ? Where is Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant ?
Explanation: India and Russia has signed an agreement paving the way for building the third and fourth reactors at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu.
Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (or Koodankulam NPP or KKNPP) is the single largest nuclear power station in India, situated in Koodankulam in the Tirunelveli district of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
India and Russia has signed an agreement paving the way for building the third and fourth reactors at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu.
Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (or Koodankulam NPP or KKNPP) is the single largest nuclear power station in India, situated in Koodankulam in the Tirunelveli district of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
- Question 56: The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to provide power connections to five lakhs households within ___ days ?The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to provide power connections to five lakhs households within ___ days ?
Explanation:The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to provide power connections to five lakhs households within 100 days.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, the department should prepare a working plan to give the connections as per the target.The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to provide power connections to five lakhs households within 100 days.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, the department should prepare a working plan to give the connections as per the target.
- Question 57: Sex ratio in ___ has touched 950 mark for the first time ?
Sex ratio in ___ has touched 950 mark for the first time ?
Explanation: In Haryana, the sex ratio has touched the 950 mark for the first time in the history of the State. Stating this, Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said yesterday that the sex ratio at birth stood at 950 girls to 1,000 boys in March this year.
He said, the state had accepted the challenge of improving the skewed sex ratio after the launch of 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' programme by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Haryana. It launched a massive campaign in the state by strictly implementing Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act and Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act.
In Haryana, the sex ratio has touched the 950 mark for the first time in the history of the State. Stating this, Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said yesterday that the sex ratio at birth stood at 950 girls to 1,000 boys in March this year.
He said, the state had accepted the challenge of improving the skewed sex ratio after the launch of 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' programme by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Haryana. It launched a massive campaign in the state by strictly implementing Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act and Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act.
- Question 58: __ agree to pursue 100-day plan for reducing trade deficit
__ agree to pursue 100-day plan for reducing trade deficit
Explanation:US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping have agreed to pursue a 100 day plan aimed at reducing the US trade deficit with China.
The two leaders held their first summit at Trump's Mar-a-Lago retreat in the southern US state of Florida during last two days. Mr Trump said, he is seriously concerned because China's economic and trade policies are threatening US jobs and exports.
US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping have agreed to pursue a 100 day plan aimed at reducing the US trade deficit with China.
The two leaders held their first summit at Trump's Mar-a-Lago retreat in the southern US state of Florida during last two days. Mr Trump said, he is seriously concerned because China's economic and trade policies are threatening US jobs and exports.
- Question 59: Where is Betla National Park ? Where is Betla National Park ?
Explanation: Betla National Park is a national park located in the Chota Nagpur Plateau of the Palamu district of the Indian state of Jharkhand, in India. The park boasts a wide variety of wild life.
Betla National Park is a national park located in the Chota Nagpur Plateau of the Palamu district of the Indian state of Jharkhand, in India. The park boasts a wide variety of wild life.
- Question 60: Koel Irrigation project will mainly address the water requirements of... ?Koel Irrigation project will mainly address the water requirements of... ?
Explanation: The Centre has decided to revive the North Koel Irrigation project, envisaged nearly 40 years ago, to address the water requirements in Jharkhand and Bihar.
The Centre has decided to revive the North Koel Irrigation project, envisaged nearly 40 years ago, to address the water requirements in Jharkhand and Bihar.
- Question 61: The government has set a target to achieve Housing for All by .... ?The government has set a target to achieve Housing for All by .... ?
Explanation: The Prime Minister's Office has called a meeting in New Delhi today to review the government's affordable housing programme. The government has set a target to achieve 'Housing for All' by 2022.
Sources said, the PMO has called realtors' body CREDAI and NAREDCO to understand the problems faced by the developers in launching affordable housing projects.
The Prime Minister's Office has called a meeting in New Delhi today to review the government's affordable housing programme. The government has set a target to achieve 'Housing for All' by 2022.
Sources said, the PMO has called realtors' body CREDAI and NAREDCO to understand the problems faced by the developers in launching affordable housing projects.
- Question 62: Stockholm is the capital of... ?Stockholm is the capital of... ?
Explanation: In Sweden, four people were killed and 15 injured when a truck ploughed into a crowd of people outside a busy department store in central Stockholm yesterday. Police said, one man has been arrested in this connection. In Sweden, four people were killed and 15 injured when a truck ploughed into a crowd of people outside a busy department store in central Stockholm yesterday. Police said, one man has been arrested in this connection.
- Question 63: Who has taken over as the new Country Director of India Resident Mission of the Asian Development Bank (ADB)? Who has taken over as the new Country Director of India Resident Mission of the Asian Development Bank (ADB)?
Explanation: Kenichi Yokoyama has taken over as the new Country Director of India Resident Mission of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Yokoyama replaces M Teresa Kho who is now posted as Deputy Director General of ADBs East Asia Department in Manila. Yokoyama was previously heading the Nepal Resident Mission of ADB.
Kenichi Yokoyama has taken over as the new Country Director of India Resident Mission of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Yokoyama replaces M Teresa Kho who is now posted as Deputy Director General of ADBs East Asia Department in Manila. Yokoyama was previously heading the Nepal Resident Mission of ADB.
- Question 64: Recently, Which state has launched 1 year diploma course on Hindu priesthood ?
Recently, Which state has launched 1 year diploma course on Hindu priesthood ?
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh government-run Maharshi Patanjali Sanskrit Sansthan will launch one-year diploma course on Hindu priesthood ‘Purohityam’ from July 2017. Madhya Pradesh government-run Maharshi Patanjali Sanskrit Sansthan will launch one-year diploma course on Hindu priesthood ‘Purohityam’ from July 2017.
- Question 65: Where is the HQ of The Indian Olympic Association ?Where is the HQ of The Indian Olympic Association ?
Explanation: Indian Olympic Association grants affiliation to Boxing Federation of India.
Indian Olympic Association grants affiliation to Boxing Federation of India.
- Question 66: Which state is planning to observe Mahavir birth anniversary as Ahimsa Diwas ?Which state is planning to observe Mahavir birth anniversary as Ahimsa Diwas ?
Explanation: Maharashtra Governor C Vidyasagar Rao on Sunday said teachings of Bhagwan Mahavir can save the world from devastation and suggested his birth anniversary be observed as 'Ahimsa Diwas' at the global level.
Maharashtra Governor C Vidyasagar Rao on Sunday said teachings of Bhagwan Mahavir can save the world from devastation and suggested his birth anniversary be observed as 'Ahimsa Diwas' at the global level.
- Question 67: Which country has declared 3-month state of emergency following twin church bombings ?Which country has declared 3-month state of emergency following twin church bombings ?
Explanation:Egypt's President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi announced a three-month state of emergency after yesterday's attacks on two Coptic churches that left at least 44 people dead.
Egypt's President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi announced a three-month state of emergency after yesterday's attacks on two Coptic churches that left at least 44 people dead.
- Question 68: India ranked ___among 41 countries in bribery and corrupt practices in businesses, according to the findings of a recent survey ? India ranked ___among 41 countries in bribery and corrupt practices in businesses, according to the findings of a recent survey ?
Explanation: Nearly 78 per cent respondents queried in the country said that bribery and corrupt practices happen widely in businesses here, as per the EY Europe, Middle East, India and Africa (EMEIA) Fraud Survey 2017.
Nearly 78 per cent respondents queried in the country said that bribery and corrupt practices happen widely in businesses here, as per the EY Europe, Middle East, India and Africa (EMEIA) Fraud Survey 2017.
- Question 69: Madhya Pradesh CM has launched Deendayal Rasoi Yojana in ___ districts of Madhya Pradesh ? Madhya Pradesh CM has launched Deendayal Rasoi Yojana in ___ districts of Madhya Pradesh ?
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh is all set to join the league of those states which have launched populist subsidised meal scheme for poor with the opening of canteens that provides wholesome food at Rs 5 under the Deendayal Antyodaya Rasoi Yojana.
Madhya Pradesh is all set to join the league of those states which have launched populist subsidised meal scheme for poor with the opening of canteens that provides wholesome food at Rs 5 under the Deendayal Antyodaya Rasoi Yojana.
- Question 70: Who is this person in the image?
Who is this person in the image?
Explanation: Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull arrived in New Delhi today on a four-day India visit during which he will hold talks with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on ways to boost ties in key areas including defence, security, energy and trade. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull arrived in New Delhi today on a four-day India visit during which he will hold talks with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on ways to boost ties in key areas including defence, security, energy and trade.
- Question 71: Quoting of Aadhaar has been made mandatory for filing income tax returns with effect from ...?Quoting of Aadhaar has been made mandatory for filing income tax returns with effect from ...?
Explanation: Quoting of Aadhaar has been made mandatory for filing income tax returns with effect from July 1, as introduced by the Finance Act, 2017.
Aadhaar will also be compulsory for making an application for allotment of Permanent Account Number (PAN), with effect from July 1.
Quoting of Aadhaar has been made mandatory for filing income tax returns with effect from July 1, as introduced by the Finance Act, 2017.
Aadhaar will also be compulsory for making an application for allotment of Permanent Account Number (PAN), with effect from July 1.
- Question 72: ___ set to become world’s first country to neutralise gender pay gap ?___ set to become world’s first country to neutralise gender pay gap ?
Explanation: Iceland is set to become the first country in the world to neutralise gender pay gap. In this regard, a bill was introduced in Iceland’s parliament that makes mandatory for public and private businesses to prove they offer equal pay to employees. Iceland is set to become the first country in the world to neutralise gender pay gap. In this regard, a bill was introduced in Iceland’s parliament that makes mandatory for public and private businesses to prove they offer equal pay to employees.
- Question 73: Hrudaya Deposit scheme is associated with .... ? Hrudaya Deposit scheme is associated with .... ?
Explanation:ESAF Small Finance Bank has launched a social deposit scheme called Hrudaya Deposit at a function held in Thrissur.
The deposit scheme, as the name suggests, stands for a social cause, through which, ESAF Bank provides the customers an opportunity to be a part in social welfare projects, which none of the other banks has given so far, said K. Paul Thomas, Managing Director and CEO, ESAF Small Finance Bank.ESAF Small Finance Bank has launched a social deposit scheme called Hrudaya Deposit at a function held in Thrissur.
The deposit scheme, as the name suggests, stands for a social cause, through which, ESAF Bank provides the customers an opportunity to be a part in social welfare projects, which none of the other banks has given so far, said K. Paul Thomas, Managing Director and CEO, ESAF Small Finance Bank.
- Question 74: In BFSI what is the meaning of F? In BFSI what is the meaning of F?
Explanation:The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector will pay out fairly large increments this time around in sharp contrast to the last couple of years when hikes were affected, the Team-Lease Jobs and Salaries Primer: 2017 has revealed. The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector will pay out fairly large increments this time around in sharp contrast to the last couple of years when hikes were affected, the Team-Lease Jobs and Salaries Primer: 2017 has revealed.
- Question 75: Government has reduced the number of centrally sponsored schemes to ....?
Government has reduced the number of centrally sponsored schemes to ....?
Explanation:The government has reduced the number of centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) to 28 umbrella schemes from 66.
Based on the recommendation of the sub-group of Chief Ministers on rationalisation of centrally sponsored schemes, the government of India has rationalised centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) effective from the financial year 2016-17.
The government has reduced the number of centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) to 28 umbrella schemes from 66.
Based on the recommendation of the sub-group of Chief Ministers on rationalisation of centrally sponsored schemes, the government of India has rationalised centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) effective from the financial year 2016-17.
- Question 76: ___ and Centre govt. have signed MoU for - Power for All scheme ?___ and Centre govt. have signed MoU for - Power for All scheme ?
Explanation:Uttar Pradesh government and the Centre have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the 'Power for All' scheme in the state.
The aim of this scheme is to ensure 24-hour quality power supply in the state by October 2018 and electric connection to every house and agriculture field by 2019.
Uttar Pradesh government and the Centre have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the 'Power for All' scheme in the state.
The aim of this scheme is to ensure 24-hour quality power supply in the state by October 2018 and electric connection to every house and agriculture field by 2019.
- Question 77: Fill in the blank for: Hrudaya Deposit Scheme can be joined with a minimum deposit rupee ___________ > Fill in the blank for: Hrudaya Deposit Scheme can be joined with a minimum deposit rupee ___________ >
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- Question 78: Who is the writer of the book - Hope in a challenged democracy; An Indian narrative ? Who is the writer of the book - Hope in a challenged democracy; An Indian narrative ?
Explanation:An eminent lawyer, author, and veteran parliamentarian, Dr. Ashwani Kumar’s second book Hope in a Challenged Democracy – An Indian Narrative, will be launched in New Delhi on April 10, 2017, by Dr. Manmohan Singh. An eminent lawyer, author, and veteran parliamentarian, Dr. Ashwani Kumar’s second book Hope in a Challenged Democracy – An Indian Narrative, will be launched in New Delhi on April 10, 2017, by Dr. Manmohan Singh.
- Question 79: Winner of Hindi Sevi Samman of The Ganesh Shankar Vidhyarthi Award for Hindi journalism 2017 is... ? Winner of Hindi Sevi Samman of The Ganesh Shankar Vidhyarthi Award for Hindi journalism 2017 is... ?
Explanation:Central Hindi Institute Director N.K. Pandey on Tuesday announced the names of 26 writers from different categories for the prestigious Hindi Sevi Samman Awards.
Central Hindi Institute Director N.K. Pandey on Tuesday announced the names of 26 writers from different categories for the prestigious Hindi Sevi Samman Awards.
- Question 80: A new web portal nakshe has been launched onA new web portal nakshe has been launched on
Explanation: A new web portal nakshe was launched by the Union Minister for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Harsh Vardhan in New Delhi , on the occasion of 250th anniversary of Survey of India(SoI).
Topographic maps or Open Series Maps (OSM) containing natural and man-made geographical features including terrain or topography are prepared by the SoI since its inception in 1767 and is in conformity with the National Map Policy-2005.
These OSM maps have been made available for free download from “nakshe” web portal in pdf format on 1:50,000 scale through Aaadhar enabled user authentication process, in line with Digital India programme of the Government of India.
A new web portal nakshe was launched by the Union Minister for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Harsh Vardhan in New Delhi , on the occasion of 250th anniversary of Survey of India(SoI).
Topographic maps or Open Series Maps (OSM) containing natural and man-made geographical features including terrain or topography are prepared by the SoI since its inception in 1767 and is in conformity with the National Map Policy-2005.
These OSM maps have been made available for free download from “nakshe” web portal in pdf format on 1:50,000 scale through Aaadhar enabled user authentication process, in line with Digital India programme of the Government of India.
- Question 81: Which book of Colson Whitehead has won Pulitzer prize for fiction 2017?Which book of Colson Whitehead has won Pulitzer prize for fiction 2017?
Explanation:Colson Whitehead's - The Underground Railroad - depicts the journey of a young woman who escapes slavery with the help of a fantastical train system. The book has won many awards including the National Book Award 2016. Colson Whitehead's - The Underground Railroad - depicts the journey of a young woman who escapes slavery with the help of a fantastical train system. The book has won many awards including the National Book Award 2016.
- Question 82: Adarana - a scheme of Andhra Pradesh is designed for improvingAdarana - a scheme of Andhra Pradesh is designed for improving
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- Question 83: Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari are related with...?Pankaj Advani and Sourav Kothari are related with...?
Explanation: Sixteen-time world champion Pankaj Advani won his sixth Asian Billiards title and seventh overall Asian championship.
The ace cueist defeated his compatriot Sourav Kothari 6-3 in an entertaining final of the Asian Billiards Championship in Chandigarh.
Sixteen-time world champion Pankaj Advani won his sixth Asian Billiards title and seventh overall Asian championship.
The ace cueist defeated his compatriot Sourav Kothari 6-3 in an entertaining final of the Asian Billiards Championship in Chandigarh.
- Question 84: The first China-bound freight train carrying British products travels through how many nations during its journey?The first China-bound freight train carrying British products travels through how many nations during its journey?
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- Question 85: __ has launched unemployment allowance scheme ?
__ has launched unemployment allowance scheme ?
Explanation: In Himachal Pradesh, Chief minister Virbhadra Singh today launched an unemployment allowance scheme and decided to regularise contract employees after three years in service, instead of the present period of five years.
the state government has decided to provide unemployment allowance of 1,000 rupees to youth having intermediate or above qualification, whereas the unemployed youth with disability would be given 1,500 rupees per month.
In Himachal Pradesh, Chief minister Virbhadra Singh today launched an unemployment allowance scheme and decided to regularise contract employees after three years in service, instead of the present period of five years.
the state government has decided to provide unemployment allowance of 1,000 rupees to youth having intermediate or above qualification, whereas the unemployed youth with disability would be given 1,500 rupees per month.
- Question 86: Manappuram Finance launched has tied up with __ to launch its co-branded prepaid card? Manappuram Finance launched has tied up with __ to launch its co-branded prepaid card?
Explanation: In its efforts to promote digital financial transactions, the Kerala-based NBFC Manappuram Finance will launch its own co-branded prepaid card in tie-up with YES Bank.
In its efforts to promote digital financial transactions, the Kerala-based NBFC Manappuram Finance will launch its own co-branded prepaid card in tie-up with YES Bank.
- Question 87: Name the Union Minister of State for MSME ? Name the Union Minister of State for MSME ?
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- Question 88: According to Amnesty International, __ has topped the list of execution ? According to Amnesty International, __ has topped the list of execution ?
Explanation: In its most recent annual report on the death penalty worldwide, Amnesty recorded executions to at least 1,634 in 2015, an increase of more than 50% on the year before.
In its most recent annual report on the death penalty worldwide, Amnesty recorded executions to at least 1,634 in 2015, an increase of more than 50% on the year before.
- Question 89: Who among the following is not one of the fours Managing Directors of LIC India?Who among the following is not one of the fours Managing Directors of LIC India?
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- Question 90: Asha Parekh's autobiography The Hit Girl has been written by...? Asha Parekh's autobiography The Hit Girl has been written by...?
Explanation: In a star-studded event in Mumbai on Monday (April 10), the Dabangg Khan of Bollywood launched the biography of yesteryears actress Asha Parekh’s autobiography ‘The Hit Girl’, for which he’s written the Foreword as well. Authored by celebrated film critic and author Khalid Mohamed,the book covers the life and times of an actress who ruled the hearts of many in the 1960s and 1970s.
In a star-studded event in Mumbai on Monday (April 10), the Dabangg Khan of Bollywood launched the biography of yesteryears actress Asha Parekh’s autobiography ‘The Hit Girl’, for which he’s written the Foreword as well. Authored by celebrated film critic and author Khalid Mohamed,the book covers the life and times of an actress who ruled the hearts of many in the 1960s and 1970s.
- Question 91: ___ has been included in the 8 ambassadors of ICC Champions Trophy 2017?___ has been included in the 8 ambassadors of ICC Champions Trophy 2017?
Explanation: Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi, Bangladesh’s Habibul Bashar, England’s Ian Bell, New Zealand’s Shane Bond, Australia’s Mike Hussey, Kumar Sangakkara of Sri Lanka and Graeme Smith of South Africa were unveiled as the other ambassadors for the tournament.
Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi, Bangladesh’s Habibul Bashar, England’s Ian Bell, New Zealand’s Shane Bond, Australia’s Mike Hussey, Kumar Sangakkara of Sri Lanka and Graeme Smith of South Africa were unveiled as the other ambassadors for the tournament.
- Question 92: The pink patrol cars called the Pink Hoysalas have been launched in... ? The pink patrol cars called the Pink Hoysalas have been launched in... ?
Explanation: A fleet of pink patrol vehicles to attend to the distress calls from women and an exclusive police mobile phone distress application have been introduced in Bengaluru as part of an effort to improve the safety and security of women in the city.
A fleet of pink patrol vehicles to attend to the distress calls from women and an exclusive police mobile phone distress application have been introduced in Bengaluru as part of an effort to improve the safety and security of women in the city.
- Question 93: Swachhagraha, Bapu Ko Karyanjali, recently held at.... ? Swachhagraha, Bapu Ko Karyanjali, recently held at.... ?
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated an exhibition titled Swachhagraha – Bapu Ko Karyanjali - in New Delhi on April 10, 2017 to mark centenary of the historic Champaran Satyagraha – Mahatma Gandhi’s first Satyagraha in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated an exhibition titled Swachhagraha – Bapu Ko Karyanjali - in New Delhi on April 10, 2017 to mark centenary of the historic Champaran Satyagraha – Mahatma Gandhi’s first Satyagraha in India.
- Question 94: India’s first-ever micro-drama festival Thespis has started in ....? India’s first-ever micro-drama festival Thespis has started in ....?
Explanation: India’s first-ever micro-drama festival - Thespis - has started at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts in New Delhi on April 9, 2017. The micro-drama festival has presented the series of 25 micro-drama tales composed with the duration of 10 minutes and is named after Thespis of Icaria. India’s first-ever micro-drama festival - Thespis - has started at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts in New Delhi on April 9, 2017. The micro-drama festival has presented the series of 25 micro-drama tales composed with the duration of 10 minutes and is named after Thespis of Icaria.
- Question 95: Mongolian Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant held at... ?
Mongolian Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant held at... ?
Explanation: The 12th edition of Indo – Mongolian Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant has started at Vairengte in Mizoram from April 5, 2017, and will continue till April 18, 2017.
The 12th edition of Indo – Mongolian Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant has started at Vairengte in Mizoram from April 5, 2017, and will continue till April 18, 2017.
- Question 96: The first-ever G20 Digital Ministerial Meeting on Digital Economy held in .... ? The first-ever G20 Digital Ministerial Meeting on Digital Economy held in .... ?
Explanation: The first-ever G20 Digital Ministerial Meeting on Digital Economy was held in Dusseldorf, Germany on April 6-7, 2017 with theme -
Digitisation: Policies for a Digital Future. The first-ever G20 Digital Ministerial Meeting on Digital Economy was held in Dusseldorf, Germany on April 6-7, 2017 with theme -
Digitisation: Policies for a Digital Future.
- Question 97: __ has executed most people in 2016, as per Amnesty International Global Report - Death Sentences & Executions 2016 - ?
__ has executed most people in 2016, as per Amnesty International Global Report - Death Sentences & Executions 2016 - ?
Explanation:As per Amnesty International Global Report - Death Sentences & Executions 2016, China has executed most people in 2016, despite the number of executions worldwide dropped by 37%.
The report stated that it is difficult to get a clear number as Beijing classifies most information related to the death penalty as - state secrets.
As per Amnesty International Global Report - Death Sentences & Executions 2016, China has executed most people in 2016, despite the number of executions worldwide dropped by 37%.
The report stated that it is difficult to get a clear number as Beijing classifies most information related to the death penalty as - state secrets.
- Question 98: __ team beat Malaysia to lift Asian School Hockey Championship ?
__ team beat Malaysia to lift Asian School Hockey Championship ?
Explanation: The Indian School team beat Malaysia 5-1 to lift the title at the Fifth Asian School Hockey Championship in Bhopal at the Aishbagh Stadium.
For India Alishan Mohammad scored two goals and Pratap Lakra successfully converted a penalty corner and a penalty stroke in the goal. Maninder Singh scored the fifth goal. Malaysia managed to score its single goal through Akhimullah Anuar Esook.
The Indian School team beat Malaysia 5-1 to lift the title at the Fifth Asian School Hockey Championship in Bhopal at the Aishbagh Stadium.
For India Alishan Mohammad scored two goals and Pratap Lakra successfully converted a penalty corner and a penalty stroke in the goal. Maninder Singh scored the fifth goal. Malaysia managed to score its single goal through Akhimullah Anuar Esook.
- Question 99: Winner of 2017 Pulitzer Prize in fiction? Winner of 2017 Pulitzer Prize in fiction?
Explanation: Colson Whitehead from United States has won the 2017 Pulitzer Prize in fiction for his novel - The Underground Railroad. Colson Whitehead from United States has won the 2017 Pulitzer Prize in fiction for his novel - The Underground Railroad.
- Question 100: Madhesi are the people of... ?Madhesi are the people of... ?
Explanation: In a bid to take agitating Madhesi parties on board before May 14 local elections Nepal government has presented a new constitution amendment bill.
In a bid to take agitating Madhesi parties on board before May 14 local elections Nepal government has presented a new constitution amendment bill.
- Question 101: The official Innovation Partner for the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy 2017 is...?The official Innovation Partner for the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy 2017 is...?
Explanation: The 2017 ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to be a One Day International cricket tournament held in England and Wales between 1 and 18 June 2017. The 2017 ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to be a One Day International cricket tournament held in England and Wales between 1 and 18 June 2017.
- Question 102: The Best Children Film in the 64th National Awards 2017... ? The Best Children Film in the 64th National Awards 2017... ?
Explanation: Hindi film Dhanak has won the Best Children’s Film award at the 64th National Awards. The award carries a ‘Golden Lotus Award (Swarna Kamal)’, a certificate and cash prize of Rs. 1.5 Lakh.
Hindi film Dhanak has won the Best Children’s Film award at the 64th National Awards. The award carries a ‘Golden Lotus Award (Swarna Kamal)’, a certificate and cash prize of Rs. 1.5 Lakh.
- Question 103: Name the youngest United Nations Messenger of Peace?Name the youngest United Nations Messenger of Peace?
Explanation: Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai is set to become the UN's youngest-ever Messenger of Peace after she was selected by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for the highest honour bestowed by the world body on a global citizen. Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai is set to become the UN's youngest-ever Messenger of Peace after she was selected by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for the highest honour bestowed by the world body on a global citizen.
- Question 104: Which country has topped the Global travel and tourism ranking 2017? Which country has topped the Global travel and tourism ranking 2017?
Explanation:India has jumped 12 places to 40th rank globally in total 136 countries in Travel and Tourism Competitiveness report 2017 by World Economic Forum.
India has jumped 12 places to 40th rank globally in total 136 countries in Travel and Tourism Competitiveness report 2017 by World Economic Forum.
- Question 105: __ bank has announced its UPI on Chillr ? __ bank has announced its UPI on Chillr ?
Explanation:The transactions conducted on Chillr will go through HDFC Bank's UPI platform. Chillr has witnessed monthly transactions worth Rs 3,000 crore from HDFC Bank customers alone.
After UPI's launch, Chillr's users base will expand as customers of over 33 more banks will be able to use it The transactions conducted on Chillr will go through HDFC Bank's UPI platform. Chillr has witnessed monthly transactions worth Rs 3,000 crore from HDFC Bank customers alone.
After UPI's launch, Chillr's users base will expand as customers of over 33 more banks will be able to use it
- Question 106: National Basketball Association is setting up its first tuition-based basketball development programme in...?National Basketball Association is setting up its first tuition-based basketball development programme in...?
Explanation:The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced the setting up of its first basketball school, a network of tuition-based basketball development programmes, in Mumbai.
The school, as part of a multi-year agreement announced with India On Track (IOT), is open to male and female players between ages 6-18.
The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced the setting up of its first basketball school, a network of tuition-based basketball development programmes, in Mumbai.
The school, as part of a multi-year agreement announced with India On Track (IOT), is open to male and female players between ages 6-18.
- Question 107: Teesta water is between India and ....?Teesta water is between India and ....?
Explanation:Bangladesh has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to ensuring the early solution to Teesta water issue.
Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Shahidul Haque in a media interaction in New Delhi last evening said Mr Modi's comment in the joint statement with visiting Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is very important.
Bangladesh has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to ensuring the early solution to Teesta water issue.
Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Shahidul Haque in a media interaction in New Delhi last evening said Mr Modi's comment in the joint statement with visiting Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is very important.
- Question 108: ___ has imposed a 10% cow cess as surcharge on stamp duty for protection and propagation of cows?___ has imposed a 10% cow cess as surcharge on stamp duty for protection and propagation of cows?
Explanation: The cess will have a bearing on costs of making documents like property sale or lease deeds, rent agreements and mortgage. The cess will have a bearing on costs of making documents like property sale or lease deeds, rent agreements and mortgage.
- Question 109: Name the new chairman of NASSCOM ?Name the new chairman of NASSCOM ?
Explanation: The National Association of Software and Services Companies is a trade association of Indian Information Technology and Business Process Outsourcing industry. Established in 1988, NASSCOM is a non-profit organisation. HQ: New Delhi The National Association of Software and Services Companies is a trade association of Indian Information Technology and Business Process Outsourcing industry. Established in 1988, NASSCOM is a non-profit organisation. HQ: New Delhi
- Question 110: Winner of National Film Award for the best Hindi movie 2017 is... ?Winner of National Film Award for the best Hindi movie 2017 is... ?
Explanation:Neerja has been directed by Ram Madhvani Neerja has been directed by Ram Madhvani
- Question 111: The Gulf of Aden is a gulf located in the ....?The Gulf of Aden is a gulf located in the ....?
Explanation: Indian and Chinese navies rescued a merchant ship in the Gulf of Aden after the vessel was hijacked by pirates.
Indian and Chinese navies rescued a merchant ship in the Gulf of Aden after the vessel was hijacked by pirates.
- Question 112: India observes April 14 as... ?India observes April 14 as... ?
Explanation:India observe B R Ambedkar's birth anniversary as - Water Day - in view of his contribution toward management of the country's resources. India observe B R Ambedkar's birth anniversary as - Water Day - in view of his contribution toward management of the country's resources.
- Question 113: Government will set up ___ new seismological observatories ?
Government will set up ___ new seismological observatories ?
Explanation:Government will set up 31 new seismological observatories by the year-end to boost information gathering capability on earthquakes.At present 84 such observatiories are functional in the country.
The observatories generate ground motion data recorded by the digital seismography used for estimation of data and other earthquake parameters.
Government will set up 31 new seismological observatories by the year-end to boost information gathering capability on earthquakes.At present 84 such observatiories are functional in the country.
The observatories generate ground motion data recorded by the digital seismography used for estimation of data and other earthquake parameters.
- Question 114: ___ is not included in the five pilot cities to implement the daily price revision of petrol and diesel?___ is not included in the five pilot cities to implement the daily price revision of petrol and diesel?
Explanation:From May, oil marketing companies are expected to introduce a daily revision of petrol and diesel prices in select markets, on a pilot basis.
Reports suggest that outlets in Puducherry, Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Udaipur (Rajasthan), Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) and Chandigarh will be the first to see this dynamic pricing.From May, oil marketing companies are expected to introduce a daily revision of petrol and diesel prices in select markets, on a pilot basis.
Reports suggest that outlets in Puducherry, Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Udaipur (Rajasthan), Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) and Chandigarh will be the first to see this dynamic pricing.
- Question 115: Recently, a two-day BJP national executive meet concluded in... ?
Recently, a two-day BJP national executive meet concluded in... ?
Explanation:Two resolutions have been passed in Bhubaneswar BJP's national executive meet. A resolution was passed thanking Prime minister Modi for the commission on OBC. Hukum Dev Narayan presented it.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Dharmendra Pradhan, Raghubar Das seconded it. Another resolution also condemned the manner in which Congress and other parties are playing politics in this connection and stalling the bill.
Two resolutions have been passed in Bhubaneswar BJP's national executive meet. A resolution was passed thanking Prime minister Modi for the commission on OBC. Hukum Dev Narayan presented it.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Dharmendra Pradhan, Raghubar Das seconded it. Another resolution also condemned the manner in which Congress and other parties are playing politics in this connection and stalling the bill.
- Question 116: Ammaku Vandanam is a scheme launched by Andhra Pradesh which means...? Ammaku Vandanam is a scheme launched by Andhra Pradesh which means...?
Explanation: A unique programme to pay tribute to mothers will be introduced in the government-run schools in Andhra Pradesh from this year.
Under 'Ammaku Vandanam' -- mother worship -- the school children will take the blessings of their mothers and may also do 'paada pooja' (washing her feet).
A unique programme to pay tribute to mothers will be introduced in the government-run schools in Andhra Pradesh from this year.
Under 'Ammaku Vandanam' -- mother worship -- the school children will take the blessings of their mothers and may also do 'paada pooja' (washing her feet).
- Question 117: ___ e-commerce site has got RBI's approval to launch e-wallet in India? ___ e-commerce site has got RBI's approval to launch e-wallet in India?
Explanation: After Flipkart and Snapdeal, Amazon is set to enter the digital payments market in India.
Amazon India, on Thursday, said it has received Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approval to operate a Pre-Paid Instrument (PPI), or its own digital wallet, giving the Seattle based e-commerce giant an opportunity to grab a part of the growing but increasingly crowded digital payments pie.
After Flipkart and Snapdeal, Amazon is set to enter the digital payments market in India.
Amazon India, on Thursday, said it has received Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approval to operate a Pre-Paid Instrument (PPI), or its own digital wallet, giving the Seattle based e-commerce giant an opportunity to grab a part of the growing but increasingly crowded digital payments pie.
- Question 118: ___ and India have started a Sports Partnership that would facilitate the exchange of athletes, coaches, technical officials, sports scientists between the two countries?___ and India have started a Sports Partnership that would facilitate the exchange of athletes, coaches, technical officials, sports scientists between the two countries?
Explanation:India and Australia on Wednesday started a partnership aimed at increasing cooperation in sports, in the presence of visiting Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and batting great Sachin Tendulkar. Also involved in the launch was Sports Minister Vijay Goel.
It will advance India–Australia cooperation in four areas – athlete and coach training and development, sport science, sport governance and integrity, and grassroots participation.
India and Australia on Wednesday started a partnership aimed at increasing cooperation in sports, in the presence of visiting Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and batting great Sachin Tendulkar. Also involved in the launch was Sports Minister Vijay Goel.
It will advance India–Australia cooperation in four areas – athlete and coach training and development, sport science, sport governance and integrity, and grassroots participation.
- Question 119: B. Sai Praneeth is related with... ?B. Sai Praneeth is related with... ?
Explanation: Sai Praneeth has won the title match of Men's singles at Singapore Open Badminton beating his compatriot Kidambi Srikanth. Returning in the match after losing first game 17-21 Praneeth won last two games 21-17, 21-12 .
Sai Praneeth has won the title match of Men's singles at Singapore Open Badminton beating his compatriot Kidambi Srikanth. Returning in the match after losing first game 17-21 Praneeth won last two games 21-17, 21-12 .
- Question 120: Gayatri Pullela is related with...?Gayatri Pullela is related with...?
Explanation:National Badminton coach Pullela Gopichand's daughter Gayatri Pullela has bagged both the singles and doubles crown at the Pembangunan Jaya Raya Junior Grand Prix in Jakarta.
Gayatri eked out a hard-fought 21-11, 18-21, 21-16 win over her doubles partner Samiya Farooqui to win the girls U-15 singles title.
National Badminton coach Pullela Gopichand's daughter Gayatri Pullela has bagged both the singles and doubles crown at the Pembangunan Jaya Raya Junior Grand Prix in Jakarta.
Gayatri eked out a hard-fought 21-11, 18-21, 21-16 win over her doubles partner Samiya Farooqui to win the girls U-15 singles title.
- Question 121: ___ is planning to supply free seeds, pesticides to marginal farmers ?___ is planning to supply free seeds, pesticides to marginal farmers ?
Explanation: The Maharashtra government is planning to supply seeds, fertilisers and pesticides free of cost to small and marginal farmers to keep the production costs minimal and to reduce their losses.
The Maharashtra government is planning to supply seeds, fertilisers and pesticides free of cost to small and marginal farmers to keep the production costs minimal and to reduce their losses.
- Question 122: PM Narendra Modi launched real-time bank-to-bank money transfer platform, what is the name it? PM Narendra Modi launched real-time bank-to-bank money transfer platform, what is the name it?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the BHIM-Aadhaar platform, putting in place yet another keystone of a digital payment system that will help India make the shift to a less-cash economy.
The biometric-based indigenous payment solution will enable real-time bank-to bank money transfers even for those without a phone and at no additional cost. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the BHIM-Aadhaar platform, putting in place yet another keystone of a digital payment system that will help India make the shift to a less-cash economy.
The biometric-based indigenous payment solution will enable real-time bank-to bank money transfers even for those without a phone and at no additional cost.
- Question 123: Name the President of Nepal? Name the President of Nepal?
Explanation:Bidhya Devi Bhandari is the second and current President of Nepal, elected in 2015. She is the first woman to hold the officeBidhya Devi Bhandari is the second and current President of Nepal, elected in 2015. She is the first woman to hold the office
- Question 124: SC has ordered sale of Sahara Group's Aamby Valley worth .... ?
SC has ordered sale of Sahara Group's Aamby Valley worth .... ?
Explanation: The Supreme Court today asked Bombay High Court's official liquidator to sell the 34,000 crore rupees worth of properties of the Aamby Valley owned by the Sahara Group and directed its chief Subrata Roy to personally appear before it on April 28.
The Supreme Court today asked Bombay High Court's official liquidator to sell the 34,000 crore rupees worth of properties of the Aamby Valley owned by the Sahara Group and directed its chief Subrata Roy to personally appear before it on April 28.
- Question 125: RUSA Portal is on...?RUSA Portal is on...?
Explanation:Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA), under the aegis of the Ministry of Human Resource Development, will launch its own portal and mobile app.
Human Resource and Development Minister Prakash Javadekar will launch the portal and mobile app in New Delhi.
Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA), under the aegis of the Ministry of Human Resource Development, will launch its own portal and mobile app.
Human Resource and Development Minister Prakash Javadekar will launch the portal and mobile app in New Delhi.
- Question 126: World Bank hs approved $375-mn loan for India’s first waterway project, which will be on .... ? World Bank hs approved $375-mn loan for India’s first waterway project, which will be on .... ?
Explanation: The World Bank has approved a $375 million loan to India’s first waterway project. The National Waterway 1 project is to create a water transport fairway on a 1,360-km stretch of the Ganga river between Varanasi and Haldia. The World Bank has approved a $375 million loan to India’s first waterway project. The National Waterway 1 project is to create a water transport fairway on a 1,360-km stretch of the Ganga river between Varanasi and Haldia.
- Question 127: Recently, __ has legalized Marijuana ?Recently, __ has legalized Marijuana ?
Explanation: he ruling Liberal Party in the Canadian Parliament introduced a bill that would legalize marijuana for recreational purposes. It would be the first developed country in the world to fully legalize pot since the international war on drugs began in the 1970s. he ruling Liberal Party in the Canadian Parliament introduced a bill that would legalize marijuana for recreational purposes. It would be the first developed country in the world to fully legalize pot since the international war on drugs began in the 1970s.
- Question 128: Which Indian actress made it to Forbes Under 30 Asia listWhich Indian actress made it to Forbes Under 30 Asia list
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- Question 129: Who has taken over charge as Whole Time Member, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India ? Who has taken over charge as Whole Time Member, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India ?
Explanation: Dr. (Ms.) Vijayawargiya was a member of Bankruptcy Law Reforms Committee (BLRC) based on which, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 has been framed.
She played a key role in drafting the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 as Additional Secretary in the Legislative Department, Ministry of Law & Justice.
Dr. (Ms.) Vijayawargiya was a member of Bankruptcy Law Reforms Committee (BLRC) based on which, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 has been framed.
She played a key role in drafting the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 as Additional Secretary in the Legislative Department, Ministry of Law & Justice.
- Question 130: ___ has started - Tare Zameen Par - program for underprivileged kids ? ___ has started - Tare Zameen Par - program for underprivileged kids ?
Explanation:With a motive to enlighten children in naxal-affected areas of Jharkhand's Palamau district, Jharkhand Police has initiated Tare Zameen Par program to encourage children to lead happy lives.With a motive to enlighten children in naxal-affected areas of Jharkhand's Palamau district, Jharkhand Police has initiated Tare Zameen Par program to encourage children to lead happy lives.
- Question 131: Winner of Unite Ideas #UNGAViz Textual Analysis and Visualisation Challenge? Winner of Unite Ideas #UNGAViz Textual Analysis and Visualisation Challenge?
Explanation:Abdulqadir Rashik, an Indian software engineer, has recently won first prize in Unite Ideas #UNGAViz Textual Analysis and Visualisation Challenge for his ‘Global Policy’, an open-source tool that enables users to search and interactively view General Assembly resolutions to gain a deeper understanding of the voting patterns and decisions made by United Nations Member States.
Rashik’s prototype will be made public and shared with United Nations bodies and member states. He will also receive recognition from the Department of State and the Office of Information and Communications Technology. Previously, he won the top prize in the United Nations #LinksSDGs challenge in March 2017 for his ‘Links to Sustainable Cities’, an interactive visualisation that identifies and maps the links between various Sustainable Development Goals. Rashik is an entrepreneur and founder of India-based Miavy Systems. Abdulqadir Rashik, an Indian software engineer, has recently won first prize in Unite Ideas #UNGAViz Textual Analysis and Visualisation Challenge for his ‘Global Policy’, an open-source tool that enables users to search and interactively view General Assembly resolutions to gain a deeper understanding of the voting patterns and decisions made by United Nations Member States.
Rashik’s prototype will be made public and shared with United Nations bodies and member states. He will also receive recognition from the Department of State and the Office of Information and Communications Technology. Previously, he won the top prize in the United Nations #LinksSDGs challenge in March 2017 for his ‘Links to Sustainable Cities’, an interactive visualisation that identifies and maps the links between various Sustainable Development Goals. Rashik is an entrepreneur and founder of India-based Miavy Systems.
- Question 132: ___ will provide pension to former circus artistes ?
___ will provide pension to former circus artistes ?
Explanation:The Kerala Government has decided to provide pension to former circus artistes in the state and allocated 1.13 crore rupees for the same.
The decision was taken after a group of circus artistes met Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan during his recent visit to Kannur district and appraised him of their plight.
Thalassery in Kannur district is considered to be the cradle of Indian circus.
The Kerala Government has decided to provide pension to former circus artistes in the state and allocated 1.13 crore rupees for the same.
The decision was taken after a group of circus artistes met Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan during his recent visit to Kannur district and appraised him of their plight.
Thalassery in Kannur district is considered to be the cradle of Indian circus.
- Question 133: Winner of 2017 Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards?Winner of 2017 Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards?
Explanation:Trupti Jain, an Indian environmental engineer, has won prestigious 2017 Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards at the Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall in Singapore for providing women working on farms with water management solutions and protecting small farmers against droughts and flash floods.
Trupti Jain, an Indian environmental engineer, has won prestigious 2017 Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards at the Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall in Singapore for providing women working on farms with water management solutions and protecting small farmers against droughts and flash floods.
- Question 134: Girish Saxena was the former governor of .... ? Girish Saxena was the former governor of .... ?
Explanation:Saxena was the 1950-batch IPS officer, who served in Uttar Pradesh as Chief of Police in various districts including Rampur, Aligarh, Bareilly and Allahabad.Saxena was the 1950-batch IPS officer, who served in Uttar Pradesh as Chief of Police in various districts including Rampur, Aligarh, Bareilly and Allahabad.
- Question 135: Winner of 2017 Asian Billiards Championship title ?Winner of 2017 Asian Billiards Championship title ?
Explanation:Pankaj Advani, 16-time world champion, has won his 7th Asian title by defeating his compatriot Sourav Kothari 6-3 in an entertaining final of the 2017 Asian Billiards Championship in Chandigarh. Pankaj Advani, 16-time world champion, has won his 7th Asian title by defeating his compatriot Sourav Kothari 6-3 in an entertaining final of the 2017 Asian Billiards Championship in Chandigarh.
- Question 136: India’s first privately run railway station will be in... India’s first privately run railway station will be in...
Explanation:The Union Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has stated that the Habibganj station in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh has been handed over to a private firm to be operated by it. With this, Habibganj station has become the India’s first privately-run railway station. The Union Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has stated that the Habibganj station in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh has been handed over to a private firm to be operated by it. With this, Habibganj station has become the India’s first privately-run railway station.
- Question 137: Where is Barmer refinery ? Where is Barmer refinery ?
Explanation:In Rajasthan, the state government will sign a reworked MoU with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited -HPCL today for the Rs 43,129 crore Barmer refinery in the presence of Union Minister of state for petroleum and natural gas Dharmendra Pradhan and Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje.
In Rajasthan, the state government will sign a reworked MoU with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited -HPCL today for the Rs 43,129 crore Barmer refinery in the presence of Union Minister of state for petroleum and natural gas Dharmendra Pradhan and Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje.
- Question 138: Where Koradi Thermal Power Station (KTPS) ?Where Koradi Thermal Power Station (KTPS) ?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated to the nation the 3,300 MW Koradi Thermal Power Plant.
The much-delayed power plant will help boost the state's power utilisation and help farmers draw power at flexible hours as per their requirements.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated to the nation the 3,300 MW Koradi Thermal Power Plant.
The much-delayed power plant will help boost the state's power utilisation and help farmers draw power at flexible hours as per their requirements.
- Question 139: Sagarmatha Friendship 2017 military exercise was between ...? Sagarmatha Friendship 2017 military exercise was between ...?
Explanation:he first ever joint military drill between Nepal and China -- Sagarmatha Friendship-2017 -- kicked off at Nepal Army's Para Training School in Maharajgunj in Kathmandu on Sunday.he first ever joint military drill between Nepal and China -- Sagarmatha Friendship-2017 -- kicked off at Nepal Army's Para Training School in Maharajgunj in Kathmandu on Sunday.
- Question 140: The time and place where a retail transaction is completed is known as ...The time and place where a retail transaction is completed is known as ...
Explanation:The point of sale (POS) or point of purchase (POP) is the time and place where a retail transaction is completed.
At the point of sale, the merchant would calculate the amount owed by the customer and indicate the amount, and may prepare an invoice for the customer (which may be a cash register printout), and indicate the options for the customer to make payment. The point of sale (POS) or point of purchase (POP) is the time and place where a retail transaction is completed.
At the point of sale, the merchant would calculate the amount owed by the customer and indicate the amount, and may prepare an invoice for the customer (which may be a cash register printout), and indicate the options for the customer to make payment.
- Question 141: Kia Motors is a carmaker from... ?Kia Motors is a carmaker from... ?
Explanation:South Korea’s second largest carmaker, Kia Motors, will end its five-year evaluation on India entry when the company signs a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh (AP) government later this month for setting up a factory.
South Korea’s second largest carmaker, Kia Motors, will end its five-year evaluation on India entry when the company signs a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh (AP) government later this month for setting up a factory.
- Question 142: Himachal Day is celebrated onHimachal Day is celebrated on
Explanation:On 15th April every year Himachal Day will be celebrated in the Himachal Pradesh state. The first Himachal day was held on 15th April 1948 On 15th April every year Himachal Day will be celebrated in the Himachal Pradesh state. The first Himachal day was held on 15th April 1948
- Question 143: First batsman, to score 10 thousand runs in 20-20 ? First batsman, to score 10 thousand runs in 20-20 ?
Explanation: Chris Gayle became 1st batsman to score 10,000 runs while playing against Gujarat Lions on April 18. Chris Gayle became 1st batsman to score 10,000 runs while playing against Gujarat Lions on April 18.
- Question 144: __ is the first state to launch a special awareness drive to ensure that transgenders in the state register as voters?__ is the first state to launch a special awareness drive to ensure that transgenders in the state register as voters?
Explanation:Maharashtra will be the first state to launch a special awareness drive to ensure that transgenders in the state register as voters in greater numbers. The state branch of the Election Commission of India (ECI) will launch the drive on April 15, celebrated as Third Gender Day.
Maharashtra will be the first state to launch a special awareness drive to ensure that transgenders in the state register as voters in greater numbers. The state branch of the Election Commission of India (ECI) will launch the drive on April 15, celebrated as Third Gender Day.
- Question 145: ___ will increase Muslim quota to 12% from 4%___ will increase Muslim quota to 12% from 4%
Explanation:The Telangana government has decided to hike the reservations for the socially and economically backward among Muslims to 12 per cent from the existing four per cent.
The Telangana government has decided to hike the reservations for the socially and economically backward among Muslims to 12 per cent from the existing four per cent.
- Question 146: GRAF a framework introduced by Bank Board Bureau, stands forGRAF a framework introduced by Bank Board Bureau, stands for
Explanation: A Governance, Reward and Accountability Framework (GRAF) within PSBs incorporating: A Governance, Reward and Accountability Framework (GRAF) within PSBs incorporating:
- Question 147: __ has scraped skilled visa programme ?__ has scraped skilled visa programme ?
Explanation: Australia has announced to abolish temporary work visa popular with foreigners and replace it with a new programme requiring better English-language and job skills.
Australia abolished a visa programme used by over 95,000 temporary foreign workers, majority of them Indians, to tackle the growing unemployment in the country
Australia has announced to abolish temporary work visa popular with foreigners and replace it with a new programme requiring better English-language and job skills.
Australia abolished a visa programme used by over 95,000 temporary foreign workers, majority of them Indians, to tackle the growing unemployment in the country
- Question 148: ___ movie of Shah Rukh Khan was screened at 60th San Francisco Internation Film Festival?___ movie of Shah Rukh Khan was screened at 60th San Francisco Internation Film Festival?
Explanation: The longest-running film festival in the Americas, the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM Festival) is an extraordinary showcase of cinematic discovery and innovation. The longest-running film festival in the Americas, the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM Festival) is an extraordinary showcase of cinematic discovery and innovation.
- Question 149: ___ has launched DARPAN a web application to monitor all government funded projects ? ___ has launched DARPAN a web application to monitor all government funded projects ?
Explanation:Manipur Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh today launched two web applications to check corruption and keep track of government activities.
The two web applications were Anti-Corruption Cell and Digital Application for Review by Public And Nation (DARPAN). Manipur Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh today launched two web applications to check corruption and keep track of government activities.
The two web applications were Anti-Corruption Cell and Digital Application for Review by Public And Nation (DARPAN).
- Question 150: Robert W. Taylor was renowned __ pioneer?Robert W. Taylor was renowned __ pioneer?
Explanation:Robert William Taylor (85), the internet and computer pioneer, has recently passed away in California, United States.
He was instrumental in creating the internet and the modern personal computer. Taylor’s was also responsible for developing ethernet local networking and a word processing program that became Microsoft Word. Robert William Taylor (85), the internet and computer pioneer, has recently passed away in California, United States.
He was instrumental in creating the internet and the modern personal computer. Taylor’s was also responsible for developing ethernet local networking and a word processing program that became Microsoft Word.
- Question 151: __ will set up Quiz Clubs in schools to make education more interesting?
__ will set up Quiz Clubs in schools to make education more interesting?
Explanation:Haryana Government has decided to set up Quiz Clubs in schools to make education more interesting, child-centric and activity-oriented. Stating this at Chandigarh, Education Minister Ram Bilas Sharma said, these quiz clubs will provide opportunity for expanding the sense and analytical strength of the students.
Haryana Government has decided to set up Quiz Clubs in schools to make education more interesting, child-centric and activity-oriented. Stating this at Chandigarh, Education Minister Ram Bilas Sharma said, these quiz clubs will provide opportunity for expanding the sense and analytical strength of the students.
- Question 152: Complete the full form of VVPAT Voter Verifiable Paper Audit ___ Complete the full form of VVPAT Voter Verifiable Paper Audit ___
Explanation:The Cabinet has given its nod to Election Commission's proposal for procurement of new 16 lakh 15 thousand new Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machines.
Briefing media in New Delhi this afternoon, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, the machines, if ordered in this month can be supplied by the manufacturers by September 2018. The Cabinet has given its nod to Election Commission's proposal for procurement of new 16 lakh 15 thousand new Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machines.
Briefing media in New Delhi this afternoon, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, the machines, if ordered in this month can be supplied by the manufacturers by September 2018.
- Question 153: The Union Government has launched RUSA for Higher Education Plans, RUSA full form is.... ? The Union Government has launched RUSA for Higher Education Plans, RUSA full form is.... ?
Explanation:The Union Minister of Human Resource and Development (HRD) Prakash Javadekar has launched the portal and mobile app Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) The Union Minister of Human Resource and Development (HRD) Prakash Javadekar has launched the portal and mobile app Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA)
- Question 154: Gayatri Pullela is associated with which sports?Gayatri Pullela is associated with which sports?
Explanation:Gayatri Pullela has bagged both the singles and doubles crown at the Pembangunan Jaya Raya Junior Grand Prix in Jakarta, Indonesia. She won girls U-15 singles title by defeating her compatriot Samiya Farooqui by 21-11, 18-21, 21-16. Later, Pullela and Samiya won their U-15 doubles title by defeating Indonesian pair of Kelly Larissa and Shelandry Vyola in the final by 21-17, 21-15. Both Gayatri and Samiya train together at the Pullela Gopichand Academy in Hyderabad. Gayatri Pullela is the daughter of National Badminton coach Pullela Gopichand.Gayatri Pullela has bagged both the singles and doubles crown at the Pembangunan Jaya Raya Junior Grand Prix in Jakarta, Indonesia. She won girls U-15 singles title by defeating her compatriot Samiya Farooqui by 21-11, 18-21, 21-16. Later, Pullela and Samiya won their U-15 doubles title by defeating Indonesian pair of Kelly Larissa and Shelandry Vyola in the final by 21-17, 21-15. Both Gayatri and Samiya train together at the Pullela Gopichand Academy in Hyderabad. Gayatri Pullela is the daughter of National Badminton coach Pullela Gopichand.
- Question 155: Who has won the 2017 Time Magazine’s Most Influential Person Reader’s poll?Who has won the 2017 Time Magazine’s Most Influential Person Reader’s poll?
Explanation:Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has won the 2017 Time magazine’s readers’ poll of the 100 most influential people in the world. Duterte got 5% of the total “yes” votes in the poll, which closed on April 16, 2017. The official TIME 100 list, which is selected by TIME’s editors, will be announced on April 20, 2017. Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has won the 2017 Time magazine’s readers’ poll of the 100 most influential people in the world. Duterte got 5% of the total “yes” votes in the poll, which closed on April 16, 2017. The official TIME 100 list, which is selected by TIME’s editors, will be announced on April 20, 2017.
- Question 156: Emma Morano, the world’s oldest person was from...? Emma Morano, the world’s oldest person was from...?
Explanation:She was the Guinness World Record holder for the oldest living person and oldest living woman. Upon Morano’s death, Violet Brown from Jamaica became the world’s oldest known person in the world. She was the Guinness World Record holder for the oldest living person and oldest living woman. Upon Morano’s death, Violet Brown from Jamaica became the world’s oldest known person in the world.
- Question 157: What is the theme of the 2017 World Hemophilia Day (WHD)?What is the theme of the 2017 World Hemophilia Day (WHD)?
Explanation:The World Hemophilia Day (WHD) is observed every year on April 17 to improve and sustain care for people with inherited bleeding disorders around the world. The 2017 World Hemophilia Day theme is “Hear Their Voices” to unite the community and show support for the millions of people affected by bleeding disorders. Hemophilia is an inherited bleeding disorder in which a person lacks or has low levels of certain proteins called “clotting factors” and as a result, the blood doesn’t clot properly. Clotting factor is a protein in blood that controls bleeding. If you have hemophilia, you may bleed for a longer time after an injury than you would if your blood clotted normally. Hemophilia is quite rare. About 1 in 10,000 people are born with it.The World Hemophilia Day (WHD) is observed every year on April 17 to improve and sustain care for people with inherited bleeding disorders around the world. The 2017 World Hemophilia Day theme is “Hear Their Voices” to unite the community and show support for the millions of people affected by bleeding disorders. Hemophilia is an inherited bleeding disorder in which a person lacks or has low levels of certain proteins called “clotting factors” and as a result, the blood doesn’t clot properly. Clotting factor is a protein in blood that controls bleeding. If you have hemophilia, you may bleed for a longer time after an injury than you would if your blood clotted normally. Hemophilia is quite rare. About 1 in 10,000 people are born with it.
- Question 158: A new film Institute will be set up in ... ?A new film Institute will be set up in ... ?
Explanation:Information and Broadcasting Minister M Venkaiah Naidu announced that a Film Institute will be set up in Itanagar. The institute will start functioning from a temporary campus with an introduction of 10 week short term course from 15th of May this year.
Information and Broadcasting Minister M Venkaiah Naidu announced that a Film Institute will be set up in Itanagar. The institute will start functioning from a temporary campus with an introduction of 10 week short term course from 15th of May this year.
- Question 159: Which country has renamed six places in Arunachal PradeshWhich country has renamed six places in Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation:Taking offence to China renaming six places in Arunachal Pradesh, India gas said inventing names of states of a neighbour does not make illegal occupation legal.
MEA spokesperson Gopal Baglay said Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India and will always remain so.
Yesterday, China had announced that it has standardised official names for six places in the North-Eastern state and termed the provocative move as a legitimate action.
The Chinese move came days after Beijing lodged strong protests with India over the Dalai Lama's visit to the frontier state.
Taking offence to China renaming six places in Arunachal Pradesh, India gas said inventing names of states of a neighbour does not make illegal occupation legal.
MEA spokesperson Gopal Baglay said Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India and will always remain so.
Yesterday, China had announced that it has standardised official names for six places in the North-Eastern state and termed the provocative move as a legitimate action.
The Chinese move came days after Beijing lodged strong protests with India over the Dalai Lama's visit to the frontier state.
- Question 160: After which City Indian navy dedicated a Kolkata-class stealth guided missile destroyer After which City Indian navy dedicated a Kolkata-class stealth guided missile destroyer
Explanation: The Kolkata class are a class of stealth guided missile destroyers constructed for the Indian Navy. The class comprises three ships – Kolkata, Kochi and Chennai, all of which were built by Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL) in India, and are the largest destroyers to be operated by the Indian Navy The Kolkata class are a class of stealth guided missile destroyers constructed for the Indian Navy. The class comprises three ships – Kolkata, Kochi and Chennai, all of which were built by Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL) in India, and are the largest destroyers to be operated by the Indian Navy
- Question 161: The Uttar Pradesh government has renamed Agra airport as.... ?
The Uttar Pradesh government has renamed Agra airport as.... ?
Explanation:
- Question 162: Govt has raised Rs 1,200 cr through sale of ___ stake in NALCO ?
Govt has raised Rs 1,200 cr through sale of ___ stake in NALCO ?
Explanation:The government has raised 1,200 crore rupees through the sale of 9.2 per cent stake in National Aluminum Company Ltd ,NALCO.
In the disinvestment, the offer for sale was pegged at 5 per cent of paid-up capital, but seeing the overwhelming response from the market, the government exercised the option to retain over-subscription and raised the offer to 9.2 per cent yesterday.
The government has raised 1,200 crore rupees through the sale of 9.2 per cent stake in National Aluminum Company Ltd ,NALCO.
In the disinvestment, the offer for sale was pegged at 5 per cent of paid-up capital, but seeing the overwhelming response from the market, the government exercised the option to retain over-subscription and raised the offer to 9.2 per cent yesterday.
- Question 163: ___ has launched its first cargo spacecraft ? ___ has launched its first cargo spacecraft ?
Explanation:China launched its first cargo spacecraft today, taking another step towards its goal of establishing a permanently manned space station by 2022. President Xi Jinping has prioritized advancing China's space program to strengthen national security.
The Tianzhou-1 cargo resupply spacecraft lifted off on a Long March-7 Y2 rocket from the Wenchang Satellite Launch Centre in the southern island province of Hainan.
China launched its first cargo spacecraft today, taking another step towards its goal of establishing a permanently manned space station by 2022. President Xi Jinping has prioritized advancing China's space program to strengthen national security.
The Tianzhou-1 cargo resupply spacecraft lifted off on a Long March-7 Y2 rocket from the Wenchang Satellite Launch Centre in the southern island province of Hainan.
- Question 164: Where is Sinai Peninsula ? Where is Sinai Peninsula ?
Explanation: The Egyptian military says, its air force has killed 19 Islamic extremists in the volatile Sinai Peninsula.
The Egyptian military say, its air force has killed 19 Islamic extremists in the volatile Sinai Peninsula. The Egyptian military says, its air force has killed 19 Islamic extremists in the volatile Sinai Peninsula.
The Egyptian military say, its air force has killed 19 Islamic extremists in the volatile Sinai Peninsula.
- Question 165: ___ will merge five social security schemes into one ?
Note: Yesterday some of were seeing the wrong answer, so we are reposting it. ___ will merge five social security schemes into one ?
Note: Yesterday some of were seeing the wrong answer, so we are reposting it.
Explanation:The five social security schemes which were merged into a single Samajik Suraksha Yojana are: Social Assistance Scheme of Provident Fund for unorganised workers, West Bengal unorganised sector worker health security scheme, Building and Other Construction workers' act, West Bengal transport workers social security scheme and West Bengal Bidi workers welfare scheme.The five social security schemes which were merged into a single Samajik Suraksha Yojana are: Social Assistance Scheme of Provident Fund for unorganised workers, West Bengal unorganised sector worker health security scheme, Building and Other Construction workers' act, West Bengal transport workers social security scheme and West Bengal Bidi workers welfare scheme.
- Question 166: ___ is an amnesty scheme is on the lines of the Income declaration scheme ? ___ is an amnesty scheme is on the lines of the Income declaration scheme ?
Explanation:Government has extended the last date to make deposits under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojna (PMGKY) to 30th of this month for those availing the scheme and have already paid tax, surcharge and penalties.
Government has extended the last date to make deposits under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojna (PMGKY) to 30th of this month for those availing the scheme and have already paid tax, surcharge and penalties.
- Question 167: Government of India planned to merge 26 PSU banks into ____ Government of India planned to merge 26 PSU banks into ____
Explanation: A proposal has been made seeking a merger of small public sector banks, a Reuters report says. The merger will be led by big names like State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Canara Bank, Union Bank, Bank of Baroda and Bank of India.
A proposal has been made seeking a merger of small public sector banks, a Reuters report says. The merger will be led by big names like State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Canara Bank, Union Bank, Bank of Baroda and Bank of India.
- Question 168: Which country will host 2022 Asian Games ?
Which country will host 2022 Asian Games ?
Explanation: The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) will feature Video gaming as a full sport at the 2022 Asian Games at Hangzhou, China.
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) will feature Video gaming as a full sport at the 2022 Asian Games at Hangzhou, China.
- Question 169: ___ will host the first-ever World Ocean Festival (WOF)?
___ will host the first-ever World Ocean Festival (WOF)?
Explanation: The first-ever World Ocean Festival (WOF) will be held in New York City, United States from June 4, 2017, which will be organized by the Global Brian Foundation (GBF). The first-ever World Ocean Festival (WOF) will be held in New York City, United States from June 4, 2017, which will be organized by the Global Brian Foundation (GBF).
- Question 170: ___ will host 2017 BRICS Film Festival?___ will host 2017 BRICS Film Festival?
Explanation:The 2017 BRICS Film Festival will be held in Chengdu, southwest China’s Sichuan Province from June 23 to 27. There will be 30 films from BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) screened during the festival, including an anthology by five directors from the aforementioned countries - Where has the time gone. The 2017 BRICS Film Festival will be held in Chengdu, southwest China’s Sichuan Province from June 23 to 27. There will be 30 films from BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) screened during the festival, including an anthology by five directors from the aforementioned countries - Where has the time gone.
- Question 171: Name the unmanned aerial vehicle, of the Indian Air Force which crashed recently?Name the unmanned aerial vehicle, of the Indian Air Force which crashed recently?
Explanation:An unmanned aerial vehicle, Lakshya of the Indian Air Force has crashed near a place of missile testing centre of Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha.
An unmanned aerial vehicle, Lakshya of the Indian Air Force has crashed near a place of missile testing centre of Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha.
- Question 172: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has signed agreements with three ___ universities to provide training opportunities to students ? The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has signed agreements with three ___ universities to provide training opportunities to students ?
Explanation: 2. The Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) will allow the universities and International Enterprise (IE) Singapore, a business promotion agency, to tap into CII's network of over 8,000 members to create overseas attachment opportunities for enrolled students.
2. The Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) will allow the universities and International Enterprise (IE) Singapore, a business promotion agency, to tap into CII's network of over 8,000 members to create overseas attachment opportunities for enrolled students.
- Question 173: NDMA conducts its first mock exercise on the forest fire in ... ?
NDMA conducts its first mock exercise on the forest fire in ... ?
Explanation:1. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) conducted a first-of-its-kind State-level mock exercise on forest fire in Uttarakhand.
2. The mock exercise, aimed at assessing the efficacy of integrating the preparedness and response mechanisms of the forest department with those of the district administration, has been conducted in collaboration with the State Government. 1. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) conducted a first-of-its-kind State-level mock exercise on forest fire in Uttarakhand.
2. The mock exercise, aimed at assessing the efficacy of integrating the preparedness and response mechanisms of the forest department with those of the district administration, has been conducted in collaboration with the State Government.
- Question 174: India observes Civil Services Day on...?India observes Civil Services Day on...?
Explanation:Every year, the Civil Services Day is observed on April 21.
The Civil Services Day function is being organised by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
Every year, the Civil Services Day is observed on April 21.
The Civil Services Day function is being organised by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
- Question 175: Recently, India tested the land attack version of ___ supersonic cruise missile tested ?Recently, India tested the land attack version of ___ supersonic cruise missile tested ?
Explanation: ndian Navy has successfully tested the land attack version of the supersonic cruise missile, Brahmos. The long range missile was fired from Indian Navy's ship Teg on a target on land. ndian Navy has successfully tested the land attack version of the supersonic cruise missile, Brahmos. The long range missile was fired from Indian Navy's ship Teg on a target on land.
- Question 176: Where is Gwadar port ?Where is Gwadar port ?
Explanation: Pakistan has leased the operations of its strategic Gwadar port to a State-run Chinese firm, the China Overseas Port Holding Company (COPHC) for a period of 40 years. Pakistan has leased the operations of its strategic Gwadar port to a State-run Chinese firm, the China Overseas Port Holding Company (COPHC) for a period of 40 years.
- Question 177: The 75th Master Dinanath Mangeshkar award for his outstanding contribution to Indian Cricket will be given to... ?
The 75th Master Dinanath Mangeshkar award for his outstanding contribution to Indian Cricket will be given to... ?
Explanation: The cricket icon Kapil Dev will be honoured with the 75th Master Dinanath Mangeshkar award on April 24, 2017 for his outstanding contribution to Indian Cricket. Beside this, Actor Aamir Khan will be honoured with the Vishesh Puraskar for Best Film Dangal. . The cricket icon Kapil Dev will be honoured with the 75th Master Dinanath Mangeshkar award on April 24, 2017 for his outstanding contribution to Indian Cricket. Beside this, Actor Aamir Khan will be honoured with the Vishesh Puraskar for Best Film Dangal. .
- Question 178: World Book day is observed on...?World Book day is observed on...?
Explanation: World Book Day[or World Book and Copyright Day (also known as International Day of the Book or World Book Days) is a yearly event on April 23rd, organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), to promote reading, publishing and copyright. World Book Day[or World Book and Copyright Day (also known as International Day of the Book or World Book Days) is a yearly event on April 23rd, organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), to promote reading, publishing and copyright.
- Question 179: The UN Chinese Language Day is observed on ... ?The UN Chinese Language Day is observed on ... ?
Explanation: The UN Chinese Language Day is observed every year on April 20 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to raise awareness and respect for the history, culture and achievements of each of the six official languages of the world body. The UN Chinese Language Day is observed every year on April 20 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to raise awareness and respect for the history, culture and achievements of each of the six official languages of the world body.
- Question 180: Name NITI Aayog Vice Chairman.... ? Name NITI Aayog Vice Chairman.... ?
Explanation:NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Arvind Panagariya will make a presentation on roadmap for rapid transformation of India by outlining key aspects of the document, comprising a 7-year strategy paper and a 3-year action plan. NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Arvind Panagariya will make a presentation on roadmap for rapid transformation of India by outlining key aspects of the document, comprising a 7-year strategy paper and a 3-year action plan.
- Question 181: ___ is a form of social security in which all citizens or residents of a country regularly receive an unconditional sum of money ?___ is a form of social security in which all citizens or residents of a country regularly receive an unconditional sum of money ?
Explanation: Universal basic income (UBI) will guarantee all citizens enough income to cover their basic needs and would be easier to administer than the current anti-poverty schemes, which are plagued by waste, corruption and abuse.
Universal basic income (UBI) will guarantee all citizens enough income to cover their basic needs and would be easier to administer than the current anti-poverty schemes, which are plagued by waste, corruption and abuse.
- Question 182: As per International Monetary Fund (IMF) post demonetisation, India's growth is projected at ___ in fiscal year 2018 ?
As per International Monetary Fund (IMF) post demonetisation, India's growth is projected at ___ in fiscal year 2018 ?
Explanation: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) today said that post demonetisation, India's growth is projected to rebound to 7.2 per cent in fiscal year 2018 and further to 7.7 per cent the next year. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) today said that post demonetisation, India's growth is projected to rebound to 7.2 per cent in fiscal year 2018 and further to 7.7 per cent the next year.
- Question 183: Which state has urged PM to ensure early construction of Sutlej-Yamuna Link Canal ?
Which state has urged PM to ensure early construction of Sutlej-Yamuna Link Canal ?
Explanation: Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar today urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure early construction of the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) Canal, and sought a loan waiver scheme for farmers of Haryana.
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar today urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure early construction of the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) Canal, and sought a loan waiver scheme for farmers of Haryana.
- Question 184: Velavan Senthilkumar is related with...?Velavan Senthilkumar is related with...?
Explanation:In Squash, Velavan Senthilkumar reached the final of the West Rand Open Squash tournament in Roodepoort, Johannesburg.
In the semifinal, Senthilkumar, who won the British Junior Open earlier this year, ousted fourth-seed Tristan Eysele of South Africa in straight games 16-14, 15-13, 11-7 last night.In Squash, Velavan Senthilkumar reached the final of the West Rand Open Squash tournament in Roodepoort, Johannesburg.
In the semifinal, Senthilkumar, who won the British Junior Open earlier this year, ousted fourth-seed Tristan Eysele of South Africa in straight games 16-14, 15-13, 11-7 last night.
- Question 185: Name Canada Minister for National Defence who is on India's visit? Name Canada Minister for National Defence who is on India's visit?
Explanation: Canada's Minister for National Defence Harjit Singh Sajjan visited the Western Naval Command headquarters in Mumbai today. A release from Defence spokesperson said that Sajjan interacted with Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Western Naval Command Vice Admiral Girish Luthra.
Canada's Minister for National Defence Harjit Singh Sajjan visited the Western Naval Command headquarters in Mumbai today. A release from Defence spokesperson said that Sajjan interacted with Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Western Naval Command Vice Admiral Girish Luthra.
- Question 186: World Book Capital 2017 is... ? World Book Capital 2017 is... ?
Explanation:Conakry in Guinea has been designated World Book Capital 2017. A series of events, conferences, debates, exhibition, workshops are being held around the world to mark the day.
Conakry is the capital and largest city of Guinea.Conakry in Guinea has been designated World Book Capital 2017. A series of events, conferences, debates, exhibition, workshops are being held around the world to mark the day.
Conakry is the capital and largest city of Guinea.
- Question 187: What is the India’s rank in the 2017 A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index?
What is the India’s rank in the 2017 A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index?
Explanation: India has been ranked at the 8th position in the 2017 A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index. As per A.T. Kearney report, foreign companies have considered India as an attractive destination due to its reforms to enable a transparent and an easy business environment.
India has been ranked at the 8th position in the 2017 A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index. As per A.T. Kearney report, foreign companies have considered India as an attractive destination due to its reforms to enable a transparent and an easy business environment.
- Question 188: Which country is hosting World Cricket League regional qualifier? Which country is hosting World Cricket League regional qualifier?
Explanation:China, Arabia Thailand, Bahrain, Bhutan, Kuwait and Qatar are taking part in the tournament.
China, Arabia Thailand, Bahrain, Bhutan, Kuwait and Qatar are taking part in the tournament.
- Question 189: Washington Sundar is related with...?Washington Sundar is related with...?
Explanation: Aged 17 years and 199 days, Rising Pune Supergiant spinner Washington Sundar has become the third youngest cricketer to play in IPL.
Aged 17 years and 199 days, Rising Pune Supergiant spinner Washington Sundar has become the third youngest cricketer to play in IPL.
- Question 190: __ has been removed from 2018 Asian Games programme ?
__ has been removed from 2018 Asian Games programme ?
Explanation: One of the sports to miss out from the programme list of the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta and Palembang is cricket. Apart from cricket, skateboarding, sambo and surfing are among the other sports which have been removed from the programme in order to reduce the burden on Indonesian organisers.
One of the sports to miss out from the programme list of the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta and Palembang is cricket. Apart from cricket, skateboarding, sambo and surfing are among the other sports which have been removed from the programme in order to reduce the burden on Indonesian organisers.
- Question 191: ___ Airlines has become the first carrier to adopt a satellite flight-tracking system?___ Airlines has become the first carrier to adopt a satellite flight-tracking system?
Explanation:Malaysia Airlines which lost a jetliner with 239 people on board in 2014 in one of aviation’s greatest mysteries — has become the first carrier to adopt a satellite flight-tracking system. Malaysia Airlines which lost a jetliner with 239 people on board in 2014 in one of aviation’s greatest mysteries — has become the first carrier to adopt a satellite flight-tracking system.
- Question 192: Vesak Day is also known as ...? Vesak Day is also known as ...?
Explanation:Vesākha also known as Buddha Purnima and Buddha Day, is a holiday observed traditionally by Buddhists on different days in India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Nepal, Tibet, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia and Myanmar and in other places all over the worldVesākha also known as Buddha Purnima and Buddha Day, is a holiday observed traditionally by Buddhists on different days in India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Nepal, Tibet, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia and Myanmar and in other places all over the world
- Question 193: The Theme of Earth Day 2017 was...? The Theme of Earth Day 2017 was...?
Explanation: Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22. Worldwide, various events are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22. Worldwide, various events are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
- Question 194: Which state has decided to set up welfare board for transgenders ?Which state has decided to set up welfare board for transgenders ?
Explanation:Andhra Pradesh has now followed in Tamil Nadu and Kerala’s footsteps to establish a welfare board for transgender persons in the state.
They launched the ‘Andhra Pradesh Hijra Transgender Welfare Board’ on Thursday at the Sri Venkateshwara University in Tirupati, and the move was welcomed by the trans community in Andhra.Andhra Pradesh has now followed in Tamil Nadu and Kerala’s footsteps to establish a welfare board for transgender persons in the state.
They launched the ‘Andhra Pradesh Hijra Transgender Welfare Board’ on Thursday at the Sri Venkateshwara University in Tirupati, and the move was welcomed by the trans community in Andhra.
- Question 195: With which state you will relate battle of Khongjom.? With which state you will relate battle of Khongjom.?
Explanation:Manipur paid homage to the war heroes of the Battle of Khongjom.
State Governor Dr. Najma Heptulla and Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh led the people in paying floral tribute to the heroic sons of the state including Paona Brajabasi who made supreme sacrifice for the cause of the motherland in the Anglo-Manipur War, 1891.
Manipur paid homage to the war heroes of the Battle of Khongjom.
State Governor Dr. Najma Heptulla and Chief Minister Nongthombam Biren Singh led the people in paying floral tribute to the heroic sons of the state including Paona Brajabasi who made supreme sacrifice for the cause of the motherland in the Anglo-Manipur War, 1891.
- Question 196: What is the length of historic Mughal road connecting Kashmir Valley with rest of country?What is the length of historic Mughal road connecting Kashmir Valley with rest of country?
Explanation: In Jammu and Kashmir, the historic Mughal road connecting Kashmir Valley with rest of the country through the twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu region has been thrown reopened.
The road has remained closed due to snow accumulation for the period of over four months in the winter. In Jammu and Kashmir, the historic Mughal road connecting Kashmir Valley with rest of the country through the twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu region has been thrown reopened.
The road has remained closed due to snow accumulation for the period of over four months in the winter.
- Question 197: ___ has signed MoU with Railways to expand green cover ?___ has signed MoU with Railways to expand green cover ?
Explanation: In a bid to expand the green cover, the Maharashtra government recently signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Railways, under which trees will be planted on the land adjacent to the railway tracks in the state.
In a bid to expand the green cover, the Maharashtra government recently signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Railways, under which trees will be planted on the land adjacent to the railway tracks in the state.
- Question 198: World Malaria Day is observed on...? World Malaria Day is observed on...?
Explanation:World Malaria Day is observed on April 25. The day is observed every year to create awareness among the people about this vector borne disease. This year the theme for the Day made by World Health Organisation, WHO, is - ending malaria for good.
World Malaria Day is observed on April 25. The day is observed every year to create awareness among the people about this vector borne disease. This year the theme for the Day made by World Health Organisation, WHO, is - ending malaria for good.
- Question 199: Ramdhari Singh Dinkar was a famous... writer?Ramdhari Singh Dinkar was a famous... writer?
Explanation:Poet Ramdhari Singh Dinkar's contribution to Hindi literature was today remembered at a memorial in New Delhi on his 43rd death anniversary. Dinkar was conferred with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1959 for his work 'Sanskriti ke Char Adhyaya' and was also honoured with Padma Bhushan in 1959 by the Government of India.
Poet Ramdhari Singh Dinkar's contribution to Hindi literature was today remembered at a memorial in New Delhi on his 43rd death anniversary. Dinkar was conferred with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1959 for his work 'Sanskriti ke Char Adhyaya' and was also honoured with Padma Bhushan in 1959 by the Government of India.
- Question 200: Name Indian warships that have arrived in France on three day visit ?
Name Indian warships that have arrived in France on three day visit ?
Explanation:In continuation of the Indian Navy’s overseas deployment to the Mediterranean Sea and West Coast of Africa, three Indian warships INS Mumbai, Trishul, and Aditya, arrived at Toulon for a three day visit.
The ships were warmly received by the Administration in Toulon and the French Navy at Toulon Naval Base in coordination with the Embassy of India.
In continuation of the Indian Navy’s overseas deployment to the Mediterranean Sea and West Coast of Africa, three Indian warships INS Mumbai, Trishul, and Aditya, arrived at Toulon for a three day visit.
The ships were warmly received by the Administration in Toulon and the French Navy at Toulon Naval Base in coordination with the Embassy of India.
- Question 201: Where is Sukma district Where is Sukma district
Explanation:Home Minister Rajnath Singh briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi last night on the attack on a CRPF team in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district in which 25 jawans were killed.
The home minister, who is in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, was earlier briefed by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh on the attack.
Home Minister Rajnath Singh briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi last night on the attack on a CRPF team in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district in which 25 jawans were killed.
The home minister, who is in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, was earlier briefed by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh on the attack.
- Question 202: Who wrote Sanskriti ke Char Adhyaya ? Who wrote Sanskriti ke Char Adhyaya ?
Explanation:Poet Ramdhari Singh Dinkar's contribution to Hindi literature was today remembered at a memorial in New Delhi on his 43rd death anniversary.
Poet Ramdhari Singh Dinkar's contribution to Hindi literature was today remembered at a memorial in New Delhi on his 43rd death anniversary.
- Question 203: Recently, __ has legalized Marijuana ?Recently, __ has legalized Marijuana ?
Explanation: he ruling Liberal Party in the Canadian Parliament introduced a bill that would legalize marijuana for recreational purposes. It would be the first developed country in the world to fully legalize pot since the international war on drugs began in the 1970s. he ruling Liberal Party in the Canadian Parliament introduced a bill that would legalize marijuana for recreational purposes. It would be the first developed country in the world to fully legalize pot since the international war on drugs began in the 1970s.
- Question 204: Central university for Divyangs to be set up in ...?
Central university for Divyangs to be set up in ...?
Explanation: Government will set up a Central university for Divyangs in Uttar Pradesh. This was stated by HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar while addressing the convocation function of Shakuntala Mishra national rehabilitation university in Lucknow.
Government will set up a Central university for Divyangs in Uttar Pradesh. This was stated by HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar while addressing the convocation function of Shakuntala Mishra national rehabilitation university in Lucknow.
- Question 205: Haryana has renamed Ballabhgarh as ___Haryana has renamed Ballabhgarh as ___
Explanation:Haryana Government has changed the name of Ballabhgarh to Balramgarh. Haryana Chief Minister, Mr Manohar Lal, yesterday announced this at Ballabhgarh in Faridabad district addressing a public meeting.
He also took nod of the people by raising their hands before making this announcement. Chief Minister also announced a number of projects for the development of Ballabhgarh.
Haryana Government has changed the name of Ballabhgarh to Balramgarh. Haryana Chief Minister, Mr Manohar Lal, yesterday announced this at Ballabhgarh in Faridabad district addressing a public meeting.
He also took nod of the people by raising their hands before making this announcement. Chief Minister also announced a number of projects for the development of Ballabhgarh.
- Question 206: Manpreet Kaur is related with...?Manpreet Kaur is related with...?
Explanation:Indian shot putter Manpreet Kaur has clinched a gold in the first leg of the Asian Grand Prix Athletics Meet in Jinhua, China.
Manpreet came up with a best throw of 18.86 metre, which was nearly one meter more than her earlier national record of 17.96 metre that she had set in 2015.Indian shot putter Manpreet Kaur has clinched a gold in the first leg of the Asian Grand Prix Athletics Meet in Jinhua, China.
Manpreet came up with a best throw of 18.86 metre, which was nearly one meter more than her earlier national record of 17.96 metre that she had set in 2015.
- Question 207: Recently, an International Conference on Dara Shikoh held at... ?Recently, an International Conference on Dara Shikoh held at... ?
Explanation: The international conference on Dara Shikoh: Reclaiming Spiritual Legacy of India will be held on April 27 and 28.Dara Shukoh, also known as Dara Shikoh was the eldest son and the heir-apparent of the fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
The international conference on Dara Shikoh: Reclaiming Spiritual Legacy of India will be held on April 27 and 28.Dara Shukoh, also known as Dara Shikoh was the eldest son and the heir-apparent of the fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
- Question 208: ___ is the world's fifth-largest military spender ?___ is the world's fifth-largest military spender ?
Explanation: Correct Answer is: India. As per Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) India's military expenditure grew around 8.5 percent in 2016, making it the world's fifth largest spender at $55.9 billion.
Correct Answer is: India. As per Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) India's military expenditure grew around 8.5 percent in 2016, making it the world's fifth largest spender at $55.9 billion.
- Question 209: Joint naval exercise Varuna is between India and __ ?Joint naval exercise Varuna is between India and __ ?
Explanation:Correct Answer is: France. The Indian Navy has begun a joint maritime exercise with the French Navy at the Mediterranean Sea to further deepen combat coordination between the two navies.
Correct Answer is: France. The Indian Navy has begun a joint maritime exercise with the French Navy at the Mediterranean Sea to further deepen combat coordination between the two navies.
- Question 210: Winner of Dadasaheb Phalke award for 2016 is... ?Winner of Dadasaheb Phalke award for 2016 is... ?
Explanation: Renowned Director and actor Kasinathuni Viswanath has won the Dadasaheb Phalke award for the year 2016 for his outstanding contribution to the film industry. Top environmental activist Prafulla Samantara selected for Goldman Environmental Prize from Asia region
Renowned Director and actor Kasinathuni Viswanath has won the Dadasaheb Phalke award for the year 2016 for his outstanding contribution to the film industry. Top environmental activist Prafulla Samantara selected for Goldman Environmental Prize from Asia region
- Question 211: First National Panchayati Raj Diwas was observed in..First National Panchayati Raj Diwas was observed in..
Explanation: In India, April 24th is celebrated as National Panchayati Raj Diwas every year. This day marks the passing of the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992 that came into force with effect from 24 April 1993 In India, April 24th is celebrated as National Panchayati Raj Diwas every year. This day marks the passing of the Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992 that came into force with effect from 24 April 1993
- Question 212: __ has become the 1st state to invite Twitter, FB users to interact with CM ?__ has become the 1st state to invite Twitter, FB users to interact with CM ?
Explanation: Haryana has become the first state to invite all Twitter and Facebook users to interact with the Chief Minister Manohar Lal and contribute towards further improving various services being provided by different departments. Haryana has become the first state to invite all Twitter and Facebook users to interact with the Chief Minister Manohar Lal and contribute towards further improving various services being provided by different departments.
- Question 213: ___ has started its first direct international flight to Kuala Lumpur ?
___ has started its first direct international flight to Kuala Lumpur ?
Explanation: The Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar will start its maiden direct international flight to Kuala Lumpur. Air Asia will fly four times a week to the Malaysian capital on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar will start its maiden direct international flight to Kuala Lumpur. Air Asia will fly four times a week to the Malaysian capital on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
- Question 214: Where is Jubbar Hatti airport ?Where is Jubbar Hatti airport ?
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the low-cost air connectivity scheme 'UDAN' by flagging off the Alliance Airlines flight from Jubbar Hatti airport near Shimla.
UDAN, Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik, is a first-of-its-kind scheme globally to stimulate regional connectivity through a market-based mechanism.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the low-cost air connectivity scheme 'UDAN' by flagging off the Alliance Airlines flight from Jubbar Hatti airport near Shimla.
UDAN, Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik, is a first-of-its-kind scheme globally to stimulate regional connectivity through a market-based mechanism.
- Question 215: What is the capital of Armenia ?What is the capital of Armenia ?
Explanation:Vice President Hamid Ansari has left for Poland for the second and final leg of his two-nation visit after concluding his three-day trip to Armenia. During his stay at Yerevan, Ansari held talks with the top leadership of Armenia and oversaw the signing of three agreements in the field of cultural co-operation, youth affairs and peaceful use of space.
Vice President Hamid Ansari has left for Poland for the second and final leg of his two-nation visit after concluding his three-day trip to Armenia. During his stay at Yerevan, Ansari held talks with the top leadership of Armenia and oversaw the signing of three agreements in the field of cultural co-operation, youth affairs and peaceful use of space.
- Question 216: Where is Northeast India's largest IT hub has been inaugurated?
Note: Yesterday some of you were seeing the wrong answer so we are reposting it. Where is Northeast India's largest IT hub has been inaugurated?
Note: Yesterday some of you were seeing the wrong answer so we are reposting it.
Explanation: Northeast India's largest Information Technology (IT) hub was inaugurated at Agartala to boost employment and e-governance besides to export software technology.
Northeast India's largest Information Technology (IT) hub was inaugurated at Agartala to boost employment and e-governance besides to export software technology.
- Question 217: ___ will host 18th World Road Meeting ?___ will host 18th World Road Meeting ?
Explanation:The International Road federation (IRF) has named India to be the host of the 18th World Road Meeting (WRM 2017). WRM 2017 will be held on November 13, 2017. The theme of this year’s WRM is ‘Safe Roads and Smart Mobility: The Engines of Economic Growth’.The International Road federation (IRF) has named India to be the host of the 18th World Road Meeting (WRM 2017). WRM 2017 will be held on November 13, 2017. The theme of this year’s WRM is ‘Safe Roads and Smart Mobility: The Engines of Economic Growth’.
- Question 218: Name the new CRPF chief ?Name the new CRPF chief ?
Explanation:Senior IPS officer Rajiv Rai Bhatnagar was appointed as the new Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Wednesday. His appointment comes two days after the CRPF lost 25 jawans in the deadly Sukma attack.Senior IPS officer Rajiv Rai Bhatnagar was appointed as the new Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Wednesday. His appointment comes two days after the CRPF lost 25 jawans in the deadly Sukma attack.
- Question 219: Which state has cancelled 15 government holidays ?Which state has cancelled 15 government holidays ?
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh state government has cancelled 15 public holidays marking the birth or death anniversaries of eminent personalities. Alternatively, on these days, the school and college students would be taught about these public figures through various programmes.
Uttar Pradesh state government has cancelled 15 public holidays marking the birth or death anniversaries of eminent personalities. Alternatively, on these days, the school and college students would be taught about these public figures through various programmes.
- Question 220: Under UDAN ___ unserved and under-served airports are set to be connected ? Under UDAN ___ unserved and under-served airports are set to be connected ?
Explanation:Around 45 unserved and under-served airports are set to be connected under UDAN scheme to make flying more affordable. As per the modalities of the scheme, airfare for a one-hour journey of 500 km has been capped at an all-inclusive charge of Rs. 2,500.Around 45 unserved and under-served airports are set to be connected under UDAN scheme to make flying more affordable. As per the modalities of the scheme, airfare for a one-hour journey of 500 km has been capped at an all-inclusive charge of Rs. 2,500.
- Question 221: Winner of wins Miss Teen Universe pageant 2017?Winner of wins Miss Teen Universe pageant 2017?
Explanation:Srishti Kaur of India has been crowned Miss Teen Universe 2017 at Managua, the capital of Nicaragua. She won after beating 25 contestants from across the world.Srishti Kaur of India has been crowned Miss Teen Universe 2017 at Managua, the capital of Nicaragua. She won after beating 25 contestants from across the world.
- Question 222: India has successfully test-fired Agni-III ballistic missile, what is its range?India has successfully test-fired Agni-III ballistic missile, what is its range?
Explanation:India successfully carried out a fresh user trial of 3,000-kilometer range Agni-III ballistic missile from Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha coast. India successfully carried out a fresh user trial of 3,000-kilometer range Agni-III ballistic missile from Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha coast.
- Question 223: Recently, NHRC organized a two-day workshop on Good Governance in ...?Recently, NHRC organized a two-day workshop on Good Governance in ...?
Explanation:National Human Rights Commission, NHRC is organizing a two-day regional workshop for northern India on ‘Good Governance, Development and Human Rights’ at Chandigarh. Punjab, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh are participating in the workshop.
National Human Rights Commission, NHRC is organizing a two-day regional workshop for northern India on ‘Good Governance, Development and Human Rights’ at Chandigarh. Punjab, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh are participating in the workshop.
- Question 224: Who among the following female shotputter won the gold at Asian Grand Prix 2017?Who among the following female shotputter won the gold at Asian Grand Prix 2017?
Explanation: Shot putter Manpreet Kaur’s outstanding performance in the first leg of the Asian Grand Prix in Jinhua, China, helped her take No 1 spot in the world rankings. Shot putter Manpreet Kaur’s outstanding performance in the first leg of the Asian Grand Prix in Jinhua, China, helped her take No 1 spot in the world rankings.
- Question 225: Sandhya Aggarwal is related with..?Sandhya Aggarwal is related with..?
Explanation: The Marylebone Cricket Club has offered honourary life membership to Sandhya Agarwal, former captain of the Indian women’s Test team.
A resident of Indore, Agarwal has played 13 Tests and 21 ODIs from 1984 to 1995. The Marylebone Cricket Club has offered honourary life membership to Sandhya Agarwal, former captain of the Indian women’s Test team.
A resident of Indore, Agarwal has played 13 Tests and 21 ODIs from 1984 to 1995.
- Question 226: As per ___ GST will to push Indian growth to over 8% ?
As per ___ GST will to push Indian growth to over 8% ?
Explanation: International Monetary Fund has said the ambitious Goods and Services Tax, GST to be implemented from July 1 would help raise India's medium-term growth to above eight per cent. It also said that reforms being done is expected to pay off in terms of higher growth in the future.
International Monetary Fund has said the ambitious Goods and Services Tax, GST to be implemented from July 1 would help raise India's medium-term growth to above eight per cent. It also said that reforms being done is expected to pay off in terms of higher growth in the future.
- Question 227: Fifth state in the country to pass GST Bill is...
Fifth state in the country to pass GST Bill is...
Explanation: Chhattisgarh legislative assembly today passed the state Goods and Service Tax Bill 2017 by a voice vote after a three hour long debate.
It became the fifth state in the country to pass the bill. Replying to the debate on the bill, Chief Minister Raman Singh said there is no cause of worry about the state's finances as the revenue loss being caused to the producer states like Chhattisgarh after GST's implementation would be compensated for the next five years.
Chhattisgarh legislative assembly today passed the state Goods and Service Tax Bill 2017 by a voice vote after a three hour long debate.
It became the fifth state in the country to pass the bill. Replying to the debate on the bill, Chief Minister Raman Singh said there is no cause of worry about the state's finances as the revenue loss being caused to the producer states like Chhattisgarh after GST's implementation would be compensated for the next five years.
- Question 228: ___ to provide broadband services to rural post offices ?___ to provide broadband services to rural post offices ?
Explanation: Bharat broadband network limited, Department of Posts and BSNL today signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding in New Delhi for providing of BharatNet broadband connectivity to Post Offices in rural areas.
Under the MoU, about 1.3 lakh post offices in rural areas and 25 thousand sub-post offices will be connected through broadband for high speed Internet connectivity in rural masses.
Bharat broadband network limited, Department of Posts and BSNL today signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding in New Delhi for providing of BharatNet broadband connectivity to Post Offices in rural areas.
Under the MoU, about 1.3 lakh post offices in rural areas and 25 thousand sub-post offices will be connected through broadband for high speed Internet connectivity in rural masses.
- Question 229: ___ committee has suggested modifications in some allowances applicable universally to all central government employees in the 7th Pay Commission recommendations?
___ committee has suggested modifications in some allowances applicable universally to all central government employees in the 7th Pay Commission recommendations?
Explanation:It has recommended some changes in certain other allowances which apply to specific employee categories including railwaymen, postal employees, scientists, defence forces personnel, doctors and nurses.
The committee headed by Finance Secretary Mr. Lavasa was set up in June last year to study the recommendations of Commission on allowances and it submitted its report to Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.
It has recommended some changes in certain other allowances which apply to specific employee categories including railwaymen, postal employees, scientists, defence forces personnel, doctors and nurses.
The committee headed by Finance Secretary Mr. Lavasa was set up in June last year to study the recommendations of Commission on allowances and it submitted its report to Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.
- Question 230: India's 1st green highway EP Expressway to be ready by August ...?
India's 1st green highway EP Expressway to be ready by August ...?
Explanation: the Eastern Peripheral Expressway will set a benchmark in highway construction in terms of World Class Highway with safety features along with smart and interactive infrastructure. After hitting several road blocks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone for the expressway in November 2015. It will divert around 2 lakh vehicles passing through National Capital thereby curbing pollution. the Eastern Peripheral Expressway will set a benchmark in highway construction in terms of World Class Highway with safety features along with smart and interactive infrastructure. After hitting several road blocks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had laid the foundation stone for the expressway in November 2015. It will divert around 2 lakh vehicles passing through National Capital thereby curbing pollution.
- Question 231: Name the president of Turky ? Name the president of Turky ?
Explanation: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will arrive New Delhi on April 30 on a two-day India visit.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will arrive New Delhi on Sunday on a two-day India visit. Addressing media in New Delhi yesterday, External Affairs Ministry Secretary (West) Ruchi Ghanashyam said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a delegation-level talks with Mr Erdogan on 1st May on key bilateral, regional and international issues of mutual interest.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will arrive New Delhi on April 30 on a two-day India visit.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will arrive New Delhi on Sunday on a two-day India visit. Addressing media in New Delhi yesterday, External Affairs Ministry Secretary (West) Ruchi Ghanashyam said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a delegation-level talks with Mr Erdogan on 1st May on key bilateral, regional and international issues of mutual interest.
- Question 232: Over 21 lakh LED street lights have been installed across India under ___ Programme across the country ?Over 21 lakh LED street lights have been installed across India under ___ Programme across the country ?
Explanation:Over 21 lakh LED street lights have been installed across India under Street Light National Programme across the country.
Ministry of Power said in a statement that the newly installed lights have led to brighter streets, feeling of enhanced safety and security among the residents and motorists.
Over 21 lakh LED street lights have been installed across India under Street Light National Programme across the country.
Ministry of Power said in a statement that the newly installed lights have led to brighter streets, feeling of enhanced safety and security among the residents and motorists.
- Question 233: Railways has been working to ensure confirmed berths on demand by ... ?
Railways has been working to ensure confirmed berths on demand by ... ?
Explanation:Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu has said a passenger could be assured of a confirmed berth on his preferred train by 2021, if the plan to augment capacity on busy routes materialises.
this could be made possible once goods trains are shifted to dedicated freight corridors and infrastructure on the busy Delhi-Howrah and Delhi-Mumbai routes is upgraded to speed up trains. He also said augmentation of infrastructure is required in high demand routes to increase passenger reservation. Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu has said a passenger could be assured of a confirmed berth on his preferred train by 2021, if the plan to augment capacity on busy routes materialises.
this could be made possible once goods trains are shifted to dedicated freight corridors and infrastructure on the busy Delhi-Howrah and Delhi-Mumbai routes is upgraded to speed up trains. He also said augmentation of infrastructure is required in high demand routes to increase passenger reservation.
- Question 234: Sushila Panwar is related with...?Sushila Panwar is related with...?
Explanation: Just days after footballer Subrata Paul tested positive for a banned substance, weightlifter Sushila Panwar has failed a dope test.
Panwar's 'A' sample was found positive and she has been placed under provisional suspension by the Indian Weightlifting Federation.
Just days after footballer Subrata Paul tested positive for a banned substance, weightlifter Sushila Panwar has failed a dope test.
Panwar's 'A' sample was found positive and she has been placed under provisional suspension by the Indian Weightlifting Federation.
- Question 235: Name the 11-member committee which has been set up to review cyber threats? Name the 11-member committee which has been set up to review cyber threats?
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India has constituted an inter department Standing Committee on Cyber Security to establish an ongoing system of security review and analysis of the emerging threats to protect the Indian banking system from cyber attacks, said the Reserve Bank of India in its sixth bi-monthly policy statement for 2016-17.
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted an inter department Standing Committee on Cyber Security to establish an ongoing system of security review and analysis of the emerging threats to protect the Indian banking system from cyber attacks, said the Reserve Bank of India in its sixth bi-monthly policy statement for 2016-17.
- Question 236: Name the renowned computer pioneer, who was instrumental in creating the internet and the modern personal computer ? Name the renowned computer pioneer, who was instrumental in creating the internet and the modern personal computer ?
Explanation:Robert William Taylor (85), the internet and computer pioneer, has recently passed away in California, United States.
He was instrumental in creating the internet and the modern personal computer. Taylor’s was also responsible for developing ethernet local networking and a word processing program that became Microsoft Word. Robert William Taylor (85), the internet and computer pioneer, has recently passed away in California, United States.
He was instrumental in creating the internet and the modern personal computer. Taylor’s was also responsible for developing ethernet local networking and a word processing program that became Microsoft Word.
- Question 237: Yes Bank ties up with ___ for to offer conditionally approved loans ?Yes Bank ties up with ___ for to offer conditionally approved loans ?
Explanation:Private sector lender Yes Bank announced the alliance with Paisabazaar.com under which the bank will offer conditionally approved loans to the latter’s existing customers.Private sector lender Yes Bank announced the alliance with Paisabazaar.com under which the bank will offer conditionally approved loans to the latter’s existing customers.
- Question 238: __ will set up Quiz Clubs in schools to make education more interesting?
__ will set up Quiz Clubs in schools to make education more interesting?
Explanation:Haryana Government has decided to set up Quiz Clubs in schools to make education more interesting, child-centric and activity-oriented. Stating this at Chandigarh, Education Minister Ram Bilas Sharma said, these quiz clubs will provide opportunity for expanding the sense and analytical strength of the students.
Haryana Government has decided to set up Quiz Clubs in schools to make education more interesting, child-centric and activity-oriented. Stating this at Chandigarh, Education Minister Ram Bilas Sharma said, these quiz clubs will provide opportunity for expanding the sense and analytical strength of the students.
- Question 239: Complete the full form of VVPAT - Voter __ Paper Audit TrailComplete the full form of VVPAT - Voter __ Paper Audit Trail
Explanation:The Cabinet has given its nod to Election Commission's proposal for procurement of new 16 lakh 15 thousand new Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machines.
Briefing media in New Delhi this afternoon, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, the machines, if ordered in this month can be supplied by the manufacturers by September 2018. The Cabinet has given its nod to Election Commission's proposal for procurement of new 16 lakh 15 thousand new Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machines.
Briefing media in New Delhi this afternoon, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, the machines, if ordered in this month can be supplied by the manufacturers by September 2018.
- Question 240: With which country you will relate - Muktijodha scholarship - scheme ? With which country you will relate - Muktijodha scholarship - scheme ?
Explanation:Correct Answer: Bangladesh. India will give 35 crore rupees to children of freedom fighters in Bangladesh during the next five years under the new 'Muktijodha scholarship' scheme.
Correct Answer: Bangladesh. India will give 35 crore rupees to children of freedom fighters in Bangladesh during the next five years under the new 'Muktijodha scholarship' scheme.
- Question 241: Gayatri Pullela is associated with which sports?Gayatri Pullela is associated with which sports?
Explanation:Gayatri Pullela has bagged both the singles and doubles crown at the Pembangunan Jaya Raya Junior Grand Prix in Jakarta, Indonesia. She won girls U-15 singles title by defeating her compatriot Samiya Farooqui by 21-11, 18-21, 21-16. Later, Pullela and Samiya won their U-15 doubles title by defeating Indonesian pair of Kelly Larissa and Shelandry Vyola in the final by 21-17, 21-15. Both Gayatri and Samiya train together at the Pullela Gopichand Academy in Hyderabad. Gayatri Pullela is the daughter of National Badminton coach Pullela Gopichand.Gayatri Pullela has bagged both the singles and doubles crown at the Pembangunan Jaya Raya Junior Grand Prix in Jakarta, Indonesia. She won girls U-15 singles title by defeating her compatriot Samiya Farooqui by 21-11, 18-21, 21-16. Later, Pullela and Samiya won their U-15 doubles title by defeating Indonesian pair of Kelly Larissa and Shelandry Vyola in the final by 21-17, 21-15. Both Gayatri and Samiya train together at the Pullela Gopichand Academy in Hyderabad. Gayatri Pullela is the daughter of National Badminton coach Pullela Gopichand.
- Question 242: Name the US aircraft carrier which has started drill with South Korean navy ? Name the US aircraft carrier which has started drill with South Korean navy ?
Explanation:The US aircraft carrier, USS Carl Vinson, kicked off a joint drill with the South Korean navy yesterday. The exercise began amidst tensions over North Korea's latest test-fire of a ballistic missile.
The US aircraft carrier, USS Carl Vinson, kicked off a joint drill with the South Korean navy yesterday. The exercise began amidst tensions over North Korea's latest test-fire of a ballistic missile.
- Question 243: Azlan Shah Cup is related with __ ? Azlan Shah Cup is related with __ ?
Explanation:26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament is being played in Ipoh - Malaysia. 26th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament is being played in Ipoh - Malaysia.
- Question 244: India's 1st book village will be opened India's 1st book village will be opened
Explanation:From May 4, Bhilar will become India’s first ‘book village’ where tourists and locals can come and read books, magazines, newspapers stacked at 25 premises.
Near the popular the British-era hill station of Mahabaleshwar, Bhilar already attracts a large number of tourists, who come to taste the locally produced strawberries.
From May 4, Bhilar will become India’s first ‘book village’ where tourists and locals can come and read books, magazines, newspapers stacked at 25 premises.
Near the popular the British-era hill station of Mahabaleshwar, Bhilar already attracts a large number of tourists, who come to taste the locally produced strawberries.
- Question 245: Jehan Daruvala is related with..Jehan Daruvala is related with..
Explanation:Jehan Daruvala, in his rookie season at the FIA Formula 3 European Championship, is already making waves. The 18-year-old product of Force India Academy, became the first Indian to take pole in the F3 European series.Jehan Daruvala, in his rookie season at the FIA Formula 3 European Championship, is already making waves. The 18-year-old product of Force India Academy, became the first Indian to take pole in the F3 European series.