- Question 1: As per Union Budget two new AIIMS will be set up in ...?As per Union Budget two new AIIMS will be set up in ...?
Explanation: Presenting the Union budget for 2017-18 in the Lok Sabha today, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said two new All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) will be set up in Jharkhand and Gujarat.
Presenting the Union budget for 2017-18 in the Lok Sabha today, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said two new All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) will be set up in Jharkhand and Gujarat.
- Question 2: H1B visa reform bill introduced in US, minimum pay doubled to
H1B visa reform bill introduced in US, minimum pay doubled to
Explanation: A legislation has been introduced in the US House of Representatives which among other things calls for more than doubling the minimum salary of H-1B visa holders to $130,000, making it difficult for firms to use the programme to replace American employees with foreign workers, including from India.
A legislation has been introduced in the US House of Representatives which among other things calls for more than doubling the minimum salary of H-1B visa holders to $130,000, making it difficult for firms to use the programme to replace American employees with foreign workers, including from India.
- Question 3: In UBI what does B stand for ?In UBI what does B stand for ?
Explanation:The Economic Survey 2016-17 tabled in Parliament today has advocated for the concept of Universal Basic Income (UBI) as an alternative to the various social welfare schemes in an effort to reduce poverty.
The survey suggests that a more efficient way to help the poor will be to provide them resources directly, through a UBI.
The Economic Survey 2016-17 tabled in Parliament today has advocated for the concept of Universal Basic Income (UBI) as an alternative to the various social welfare schemes in an effort to reduce poverty.
The survey suggests that a more efficient way to help the poor will be to provide them resources directly, through a UBI.
- Question 4: World Cancer Day is observed on...?World Cancer Day is observed on...?
Explanation: A truly global event taking place every year on 4 February, World Cancer Day unites the world’s population in the fight against cancer.
It aims to save millions of preventable deaths each year by raising awareness and education about the disease, pressing governments and individuals across the world to take action.
A truly global event taking place every year on 4 February, World Cancer Day unites the world’s population in the fight against cancer.
It aims to save millions of preventable deaths each year by raising awareness and education about the disease, pressing governments and individuals across the world to take action.
- Question 5: As per budget 2017 no Cash transaction above ___ to be permitted ?
As per budget 2017 no Cash transaction above ___ to be permitted ?
Explanation: Continuing with the government steps to clamp down on black money, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday proposed to ban all cash transactions above Rs 3 lakh beginning April 1, 2017.
Continuing with the government steps to clamp down on black money, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday proposed to ban all cash transactions above Rs 3 lakh beginning April 1, 2017.
- Question 6: India to be Guest Country at ___ International Economic Forum ?
India to be Guest Country at ___ International Economic Forum ?
Explanation: India has been invited as a Guest Country at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum to be held from 1st to 3rd June in Russia. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup today said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Forum as a Guest of Honour.
India has been invited as a Guest Country at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum to be held from 1st to 3rd June in Russia. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup today said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Forum as a Guest of Honour.
- Question 7: Allocation for Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme doubled to ___ crore in Budget 2017?
Allocation for Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme doubled to ___ crore in Budget 2017?
Explanation: The allocation for the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme has been doubled to 200 crore rupees in the budget. Women and Child Development Ministry said, 500 crore rupees have been allocated for setting up Mahila Shakti Kendras at village level in the Anganwadi Centres.
The allocation for the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme has been doubled to 200 crore rupees in the budget. Women and Child Development Ministry said, 500 crore rupees have been allocated for setting up Mahila Shakti Kendras at village level in the Anganwadi Centres.
- Question 8: ___ is hosting SAARC programming committee ?___ is hosting SAARC programming committee ?
Explanation: The programming committee meeting of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) has began at Kathmandu today. Senior officials of all eight member countries are participating in the meeting.
The programming committee meeting of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) has began at Kathmandu today. Senior officials of all eight member countries are participating in the meeting.
- Question 9: Who is the new CBI Director ?Who is the new CBI Director ?
Explanation:Former Delhi Police Commissioner Alok Verma took charge as the new CBI Director. He will hold the charge of the premier investigating agency for a period of two years.
A 1979-batch IPS officer, Mr Verma was selected by a three-member committee comprising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Justice J S Khehar and Senior Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge.
Former Delhi Police Commissioner Alok Verma took charge as the new CBI Director. He will hold the charge of the premier investigating agency for a period of two years.
A 1979-batch IPS officer, Mr Verma was selected by a three-member committee comprising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Justice J S Khehar and Senior Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge.
- Question 10: India Post Payments Bank will offer an interest rate of ___ on deposits up to Rs. 25,000 ? India Post Payments Bank will offer an interest rate of ___ on deposits up to Rs. 25,000 ?
Explanation: The bank will offer an interest rate of 4.5% on deposits up to Rs. 25,000; 5% on deposits of Rs.25,000-50,000 and 5.5% on Rs. 50,000-1,00,000
The bank will offer an interest rate of 4.5% on deposits up to Rs. 25,000; 5% on deposits of Rs.25,000-50,000 and 5.5% on Rs. 50,000-1,00,000
- Question 11: Name NASA's spacecraft which was launched to study Jupiter’s composition and evolution? Name NASA's spacecraft which was launched to study Jupiter’s composition and evolution?
Explanation: NASA’s solar-powered Juno spacecraft completed closest flyby of Jupiter mysterious cloud tops for the fourth time. All eight of Juno’s science instruments were switched on during the flyby. NASA’s solar-powered Juno spacecraft completed closest flyby of Jupiter mysterious cloud tops for the fourth time. All eight of Juno’s science instruments were switched on during the flyby.
- Question 12: Air India will receive ___ crore as equity infusion in 2017-18 under the government’s ongoing financial assistance and the amount is slightly higher than the allocation for 2016-2017? Air India will receive ___ crore as equity infusion in 2017-18 under the government’s ongoing financial assistance and the amount is slightly higher than the allocation for 2016-2017?
Explanation: he allocation has been made in the Union Budget for 2017-18, which was presented by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.For 2016-17, the government had allocated Rs 1,713 crore to the airline against a demand of Rs 3,911 crore.The government-owned airline has been allocated Rs 1,800 crore as part of the Rs 30,0231 crore financial bailout package. he allocation has been made in the Union Budget for 2017-18, which was presented by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.For 2016-17, the government had allocated Rs 1,713 crore to the airline against a demand of Rs 3,911 crore.The government-owned airline has been allocated Rs 1,800 crore as part of the Rs 30,0231 crore financial bailout package.
- Question 13: Govt will set up dairy development fund with the corpus of ___ crore? Govt will set up dairy development fund with the corpus of ___ crore?
Explanation:To increase the income of farmers budget has proposed setting-up of a Dairy Processing and Infrastructure Development Fund with a corpus of Rs 8,000 crores over three years. To increase the income of farmers budget has proposed setting-up of a Dairy Processing and Infrastructure Development Fund with a corpus of Rs 8,000 crores over three years.
- Question 14: ___ scheme will be introduced by Govt of India to create infrastructure for exports ? ___ scheme will be introduced by Govt of India to create infrastructure for exports ?
Explanation:A new scheme will be introduced by Govt of India to create infrastructure for exports, a move aimed at reducing transaction costs for traders.
A new and restructured central scheme with a focus on export infrastructure namely Trade Infrastructure for Export Scheme (TIES) will be launched in 2017-18.A new scheme will be introduced by Govt of India to create infrastructure for exports, a move aimed at reducing transaction costs for traders.
A new and restructured central scheme with a focus on export infrastructure namely Trade Infrastructure for Export Scheme (TIES) will be launched in 2017-18.
- Question 15: Who is the CEO of UIDAI ? Who is the CEO of UIDAI ?
Explanation:In a massive crackdown on unauthorised agencies offering Aadhaar-related services illegally and charging excessive money from the public, UIDAI has got shut down 12 such websites and 12 mobile apps available on the Google Playstore.In a massive crackdown on unauthorised agencies offering Aadhaar-related services illegally and charging excessive money from the public, UIDAI has got shut down 12 such websites and 12 mobile apps available on the Google Playstore.
- Question 16: Pankaj Advani is related with...?Pankaj Advani is related with...?
Explanation:Champion cueist Pankaj Advani has won the Indian National Snooker Championship with a 6-0 win over Pandurangaiah of Railways in a one-sided final on 3rd February 2017.Champion cueist Pankaj Advani has won the Indian National Snooker Championship with a 6-0 win over Pandurangaiah of Railways in a one-sided final on 3rd February 2017.
- Question 17: Joginder Singh who died recently was the former chief of...?Joginder Singh who died recently was the former chief of...?
Explanation:Joginder Singh oversaw the investigation of several high-profile cases including Bofors scam and Bihar’s fodder scam, securities scam, JMM MPs bribery scandal, Rs. 133 crore urea scam, telecom deals by the then Union minister Sukh Ram, among others. Joginder Singh oversaw the investigation of several high-profile cases including Bofors scam and Bihar’s fodder scam, securities scam, JMM MPs bribery scandal, Rs. 133 crore urea scam, telecom deals by the then Union minister Sukh Ram, among others.
- Question 18: 2017 Cancer Day tagline?2017 Cancer Day tagline?
Explanation: The World Cancer Day (WCD) is observed every year on 4 February across the world to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. The theme (tagline) between 2016 and 2018 WCD is We can. I can. The World Cancer Day (WCD) is observed every year on 4 February across the world to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. The theme (tagline) between 2016 and 2018 WCD is We can. I can.
- Question 19: Railway Ministry has signed an MOU for technical cooperation with Italy’s ...? Railway Ministry has signed an MOU for technical cooperation with Italy’s ...?
Explanation: The Union Ministry of Railways and Italy’s public sector rail company Ferrovie Dello Stato Italiane Group (FS Group) has signed MoU for technical cooperation in rail sector especially in the area of safety and modernisation. The Union Ministry of Railways and Italy’s public sector rail company Ferrovie Dello Stato Italiane Group (FS Group) has signed MoU for technical cooperation in rail sector especially in the area of safety and modernisation.
- Question 20: Who is the new Managing Director & CEO of National Stock Exchange (NSE)?Who is the new Managing Director & CEO of National Stock Exchange (NSE)?
Explanation: The National Stock Exchange of India Limited is the leading stock exchange of India, located in Mumbai.NSE was established in 1992 as the first demutualized electronic exchange in the country. The National Stock Exchange of India Limited is the leading stock exchange of India, located in Mumbai.NSE was established in 1992 as the first demutualized electronic exchange in the country.
- Question 21: Lakshya Sen is associated with... ?Lakshya Sen is associated with... ?
Explanation: India's Lakshya Sen has become the World No 1 Junior Badminton player. He achieved the distinction in the latest rankings of the Badminton World Federation(BWF).
India's Lakshya Sen has become the World No 1 Junior Badminton player. He achieved the distinction in the latest rankings of the Badminton World Federation(BWF).
- Question 22: On Feb. 4 Centre of Integrative Oncology will be opened in...On Feb. 4 Centre of Integrative Oncology will be opened in...
Explanation:
- Question 23: In the annual budget of 2017, income tax for small companies with annual turnover of up to Rs. 50 crore has been reduced to In the annual budget of 2017, income tax for small companies with annual turnover of up to Rs. 50 crore has been reduced to
Explanation: Tax rates for small and medium-sized companies have also been cut. Companies with an annual turnover of up to Rs 50 crore will now pay 25% instead of the earlier 30%. The finance minister said this will benefit 96% of the companies in the country.
Tax rates for small and medium-sized companies have also been cut. Companies with an annual turnover of up to Rs 50 crore will now pay 25% instead of the earlier 30%. The finance minister said this will benefit 96% of the companies in the country.
- Question 24: Which of the following boards will be scrapped in the annual budget of 2017 presented by Finance Minister Arun Jaitely?Which of the following boards will be scrapped in the annual budget of 2017 presented by Finance Minister Arun Jaitely?
Explanation: The Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) has been decided to be abolished, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley declared in his budget presentation on Tuesday.
While, the FIPB had the final say in approving Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) proposals in the country for long, its power has been systematically reduced under the current government. The Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) has been decided to be abolished, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley declared in his budget presentation on Tuesday.
While, the FIPB had the final say in approving Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) proposals in the country for long, its power has been systematically reduced under the current government.
- Question 25: Online education platform ___ has been proposed by Finance Minister Arun Jaitely in the annual budget of 2017?Online education platform ___ has been proposed by Finance Minister Arun Jaitely in the annual budget of 2017?
Explanation: Indian government has proposed to launch an online education platform SWAYAM by leveraging information technology, finance minister Arun Jaitley said while presenting the union budget for the year 2017-18.
Indian government has proposed to launch an online education platform SWAYAM by leveraging information technology, finance minister Arun Jaitley said while presenting the union budget for the year 2017-18.
- Question 26: World's first country to fully divest public money from fossil fuels is ...?World's first country to fully divest public money from fossil fuels is ...?
Explanation:Ireland has voted to be the world’s first country to fully divest public money from fossil fuels.
Ireland has voted to be the world’s first country to fully divest public money from fossil fuels.
- Question 27: Project FINFIT has been launched by ... ? Project FINFIT has been launched by ... ?
Explanation:Lakshmi Vilas BankBSE 0.00 % has tied up with Fisdom, a Bangalore-based fin-tech startup, to launch financial planning and wealth management services based on robo-advisory platform. Lakshmi Vilas BankBSE 0.00 % has tied up with Fisdom, a Bangalore-based fin-tech startup, to launch financial planning and wealth management services based on robo-advisory platform.
- Question 28: Who is the CEO of Uber? Who is the CEO of Uber?
Explanation:Uber Technologies Inc Chief Executive Officer Travis Kalanick quit President Donald Trump's business advisory group on Thursday amid mounting pressure from activists and employees who oppose the administration's immigration policies.
Uber Technologies Inc Chief Executive Officer Travis Kalanick quit President Donald Trump's business advisory group on Thursday amid mounting pressure from activists and employees who oppose the administration's immigration policies.
- Question 29: Uber has launched its first two-wheeler aggregation service UberMOTO in... Uber has launched its first two-wheeler aggregation service UberMOTO in...
Explanation: Telangana signs MoU with rideshare major to provide last mile Metro connectivity. Getting on a scooter with a yellow plate that read ‘uberMoto’, Travis Kalanick displayed a ‘thumbs up’ sign to announce the launch o his new two-wheeler commuting platform.
Telangana signs MoU with rideshare major to provide last mile Metro connectivity. Getting on a scooter with a yellow plate that read ‘uberMoto’, Travis Kalanick displayed a ‘thumbs up’ sign to announce the launch o his new two-wheeler commuting platform.
- Question 30: Raising Day of National Disaster Response Force(NDFR) is observed on...? Raising Day of National Disaster Response Force(NDFR) is observed on...?
Explanation: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is a specialised force constituted "for the purpose of specialist response to a threatening disaster situation or disaster" under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is a specialised force constituted "for the purpose of specialist response to a threatening disaster situation or disaster" under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
- Question 31: Winner of 18th Asian Junior Squash Cup?
Winner of 18th Asian Junior Squash Cup?
Explanation: India defeated Pakistan in the finals. India defeated Pakistan in the finals.
- Question 32: Noted economist ___ has been appointed as the Principal Economic Adviser in the Ministry of Finance ? Noted economist ___ has been appointed as the Principal Economic Adviser in the Ministry of Finance ?
Explanation:Noted economist Sanjeev Sanyal has been appointed as the Principal Economic Adviser in the Ministry of Finance by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). He is the former Global Strategist and Managing Director of Deutsche Bank will serve as the Principal Economic Adviser in the Department of Economic Affairs.
Noted economist Sanjeev Sanyal has been appointed as the Principal Economic Adviser in the Ministry of Finance by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). He is the former Global Strategist and Managing Director of Deutsche Bank will serve as the Principal Economic Adviser in the Department of Economic Affairs.
- Question 33: ___ has launched new Sub-Brand TAMO as an Incubator to Develop Futuristic Vehicles ?
___ has launched new Sub-Brand TAMO as an Incubator to Develop Futuristic Vehicles ?
Explanation:Automotive manufacturing company Tata Motors has come up with an innovative plan to strengthen its market share in the country. It is set to expand its passenger vehicle manufacturing segment by creating a new sub-brand under the name TAMO which will act as a start-up to develop new and innovative products.
Automotive manufacturing company Tata Motors has come up with an innovative plan to strengthen its market share in the country. It is set to expand its passenger vehicle manufacturing segment by creating a new sub-brand under the name TAMO which will act as a start-up to develop new and innovative products.
- Question 34: __ Bank has Hiked Cash Transaction Fees on Savings Accounts ?
__ Bank has Hiked Cash Transaction Fees on Savings Accounts ?
Explanation:India’s second largest private sector bank, HDFC, has planned to increase the fee for savings account holders doing cash transaction in order to encourage digital mode of payment.
India’s second largest private sector bank, HDFC, has planned to increase the fee for savings account holders doing cash transaction in order to encourage digital mode of payment.
- Question 35: ___ has banned U.S. Wrestlers to Compete Freestyle World Cup ?___ has banned U.S. Wrestlers to Compete Freestyle World Cup ?
Explanation: i. Iran government on February 3, 2017 banned the United States wrestlers from participating in the freestyle World Cup to be held in February 2017 as a counter-move against President Donald Trump’s executive order suspending visas for Iran.
i. Iran government on February 3, 2017 banned the United States wrestlers from participating in the freestyle World Cup to be held in February 2017 as a counter-move against President Donald Trump’s executive order suspending visas for Iran.
- Question 36: Who will be the chairman of Six-Member Haj Subsidy Committee ? Who will be the chairman of Six-Member Haj Subsidy Committee ?
Explanation:A six-member committee has been formed by the government to look into the matter of how to improve the Haj Poilcy of India and also deal with the issue of reducing and abolishing the subsidy to the pilgrims.
A six-member committee has been formed by the government to look into the matter of how to improve the Haj Poilcy of India and also deal with the issue of reducing and abolishing the subsidy to the pilgrims.
- Question 37: Recently, how many whole-time members in Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India have been included? Recently, how many whole-time members in Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India have been included?
Explanation:Former Deputy CAG Suman Saxena and two others have been appointed as whole-time members in Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI).
Besides Saxena, Mukulita Vijaywargiya and Navrang Saini have also been appointed as the new members. The code is meant for insolvency resolution of corporate persons, partnership firms and individuals in a time-bound manner.
Former Deputy CAG Suman Saxena and two others have been appointed as whole-time members in Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI).
Besides Saxena, Mukulita Vijaywargiya and Navrang Saini have also been appointed as the new members. The code is meant for insolvency resolution of corporate persons, partnership firms and individuals in a time-bound manner.
- Question 38: Which country recently introduced RTI Act ? Which country recently introduced RTI Act ?
Explanation: The Right to Information (RTI) Act came into force in Sri Lanka, a piece of legislation aimed at restoring transparency and good governance in a country that has been plagued by corruption and misrule.
The Right to Information (RTI) Act came into force in Sri Lanka, a piece of legislation aimed at restoring transparency and good governance in a country that has been plagued by corruption and misrule.
- Question 39: India has founded a Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to accelerate life-saving research and development for epidemics with .... ?India has founded a Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to accelerate life-saving research and development for epidemics with .... ?
Explanation: India and Norway have founded a Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to accelerate life-saving research and development for epidemics. An R&D blueprint for action to prevent epidemics- funding and coordination models for preparedness and response' and asked member countries, including India, to develop a research and development blueprint during epidemics.
India and Norway have founded a Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) to accelerate life-saving research and development for epidemics. An R&D blueprint for action to prevent epidemics- funding and coordination models for preparedness and response' and asked member countries, including India, to develop a research and development blueprint during epidemics.
- Question 40: ___ and ____ jointly launched India Innovation Index ? ___ and ____ jointly launched India Innovation Index ?
Explanation:The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) jointly launched India Innovation Index. Besides country’s first innovation index portal was also launched.
The index has been jointly developed by NITI Aayog, DIPP and CII in consultation with World Economic Forum (WEF), World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Cornell University, UNIDO, ILO, OECD, UNESCO, ITU etcThe National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) jointly launched India Innovation Index. Besides country’s first innovation index portal was also launched.
The index has been jointly developed by NITI Aayog, DIPP and CII in consultation with World Economic Forum (WEF), World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Cornell University, UNIDO, ILO, OECD, UNESCO, ITU etc
- Question 41: Income Tax Department will impose a penalty of ___ for a delay in filing income tax return?
Income Tax Department will impose a penalty of ___ for a delay in filing income tax return?
Explanation:Taxpayers who do not file their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) on time will have to shell out a penalty of upto Rs 10,000, but from the 2018-19 Assessment Year (AY).
Taxpayers who do not file their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) on time will have to shell out a penalty of upto Rs 10,000, but from the 2018-19 Assessment Year (AY).
- Question 42: Name KPMG India chairman ? Name KPMG India chairman ?
Explanation:KPMG India board has elected Arun M Kumar as chairman and CEO to lead the India operations of the consulting and accounting major. He succeeds Richard Rekhy, who stepped down in November last year following a large-scale exodus of key people from the advisory team.KPMG India board has elected Arun M Kumar as chairman and CEO to lead the India operations of the consulting and accounting major. He succeeds Richard Rekhy, who stepped down in November last year following a large-scale exodus of key people from the advisory team.
- Question 43: In Chinese what is the meaning of Tuanyuan ?In Chinese what is the meaning of Tuanyuan ?
Explanation: A mobile app developed by Alibaba helped Chinese authorities recover 611 missing children last year. The Tuanyuan app, which means reunion in Chinese, sends push notifications with photos and descriptions to users who are close to the location of a child disappearance. A mobile app developed by Alibaba helped Chinese authorities recover 611 missing children last year. The Tuanyuan app, which means reunion in Chinese, sends push notifications with photos and descriptions to users who are close to the location of a child disappearance.
- Question 44: Which cricket player has recently received Order of the British Empire ?Which cricket player has recently received Order of the British Empire ?
Explanation:Cook is the only England player to have scored over 10,000 runs in Tests and has also led England in the most number of Tests. Cook is the only England player to have scored over 10,000 runs in Tests and has also led England in the most number of Tests.
- Question 45: __ has acquired Google satellite imaging business ?
__ has acquired Google satellite imaging business ?
Explanation: American startup Planet Labs, that launches small satellites into orbit and sells the imagery, has announced its acquisition of Google's Terra Bella satellite business. As part of the agreement, 60 Google employees will join the startup founded by ex-NASA scientists. Terra Bella, formerly Skybox, was acquired by Google in 2014 for $500 million. American startup Planet Labs, that launches small satellites into orbit and sells the imagery, has announced its acquisition of Google's Terra Bella satellite business. As part of the agreement, 60 Google employees will join the startup founded by ex-NASA scientists. Terra Bella, formerly Skybox, was acquired by Google in 2014 for $500 million.
- Question 46: A penalty of equal amount for receiving cash over rupee ___ has been introduced ?
A penalty of equal amount for receiving cash over rupee ___ has been introduced ?
Explanation: Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia has said, the penalty for doing cash transaction will be steep and the receiver will have to pay an amount equivalent to the cash received. In a bid to check generation of black money, a steep penalty awaits those accepting cash in excess of 3 lakh rupees, beginning April 1, to settle any transaction.
Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia has said, the penalty for doing cash transaction will be steep and the receiver will have to pay an amount equivalent to the cash received. In a bid to check generation of black money, a steep penalty awaits those accepting cash in excess of 3 lakh rupees, beginning April 1, to settle any transaction.
- Question 47: Renowned Urdu author Bano Qudsia was from...?Renowned Urdu author Bano Qudsia was from...?
Explanation: Among her prominent writings include Aadhi Baat, Aatish-i-zer-i-paa, Aik Din, Amer Bail, Asay Pasay, Chahar Chaman, Chhotaa Sheher Baray Log, Footpath ki Ghaas, Hasil Ghaat and Hawa Kay Naam. She was awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz in 2003 and Hilal-i-Imtiaz in 2010.
Among her prominent writings include Aadhi Baat, Aatish-i-zer-i-paa, Aik Din, Amer Bail, Asay Pasay, Chahar Chaman, Chhotaa Sheher Baray Log, Footpath ki Ghaas, Hasil Ghaat and Hawa Kay Naam. She was awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz in 2003 and Hilal-i-Imtiaz in 2010.
- Question 48: World's smallest pacemaker has been unveiled in... ?
World's smallest pacemaker has been unveiled in... ?
Explanation: The world's smallest pacemaker, which is about as big as a large vitamin capsule and provides the most advanced pacing technology, has been successfully implanted for the first time in a patient in the US. Scientists said, the pacemaker is for patients with bradycardia, a condition characterised by a slow heart rate, usually fewer than 60 beats per minute.
The world's smallest pacemaker, which is about as big as a large vitamin capsule and provides the most advanced pacing technology, has been successfully implanted for the first time in a patient in the US. Scientists said, the pacemaker is for patients with bradycardia, a condition characterised by a slow heart rate, usually fewer than 60 beats per minute.
- Question 49: Bureau of Civil Aviation Security suspends ___ security training centre licence ?
Bureau of Civil Aviation Security suspends ___ security training centre licence ?
Explanation: Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, BCAS has suspended the licence of budget carrier IndiGo's aviation security training facility. The regulatory authority took the decision after several lapses were detected in the examination procedure that it was following.
Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, BCAS has suspended the licence of budget carrier IndiGo's aviation security training facility. The regulatory authority took the decision after several lapses were detected in the examination procedure that it was following.
- Question 50: Finance Ministry has granted __ thousand crore rupees to Fertilizer Ministry to provide the loan to cash-starved fertiliser companies at reasonable rates ?
Finance Ministry has granted __ thousand crore rupees to Fertilizer Ministry to provide the loan to cash-starved fertiliser companies at reasonable rates ?
Explanation:The finance ministry has granted Rs.10,000 crore under a special banking arrangement (SBA) as sought by the department of fertilizer to help the industry tide over the liquidity crunch. We have provided Rs.10,000 crore as SBA as demanded by the fertilizer ministry.
The finance ministry has granted Rs.10,000 crore under a special banking arrangement (SBA) as sought by the department of fertilizer to help the industry tide over the liquidity crunch. We have provided Rs.10,000 crore as SBA as demanded by the fertilizer ministry.
- Question 51: Which of the following airways has launched the world's longest flight?Which of the following airways has launched the world's longest flight?
Explanation: Qatar Airways has launched the world's longest scheduled commercial airline route with the arrival of its flight from Doha to Auckland, New Zealand. The Gulf carrier said flight QR920 touched down in Auckland early on Monday after covering a distance of 14,535 kilometers, or 9,032 miles. Qatar Airways has launched the world's longest scheduled commercial airline route with the arrival of its flight from Doha to Auckland, New Zealand. The Gulf carrier said flight QR920 touched down in Auckland early on Monday after covering a distance of 14,535 kilometers, or 9,032 miles.
- Question 52: ___ has commenced operations as a small finance bank (SFB) with launch of five pilot branches of in Bengaluru ?
___ has commenced operations as a small finance bank (SFB) with launch of five pilot branches of in Bengaluru ?
Explanation: Ujjivan SFB would offer a no-minimum balance savings bank account with the full range of banking services and benefits using the latest technology to unserved and under-served customers.
Ujjivan SFB would offer a no-minimum balance savings bank account with the full range of banking services and benefits using the latest technology to unserved and under-served customers.
- Question 53: __ has tied up with Earthport to offer cross-border payment solutions?
__ has tied up with Earthport to offer cross-border payment solutions?
Explanation:India third largest private bank, Axis BankBSE 0.20 %, has tied up with Earthport Plc, a cross-border payment network, to enable faster outbound cross-border payments for its customers through Earthport’s state-of-the-art global payments network.
India third largest private bank, Axis BankBSE 0.20 %, has tied up with Earthport Plc, a cross-border payment network, to enable faster outbound cross-border payments for its customers through Earthport’s state-of-the-art global payments network.
- Question 54: Bank of ___ has tied up with Cigna TTK to offer insurance products? Bank of ___ has tied up with Cigna TTK to offer insurance products?
Explanation: Public sector lender Bank of Maharashtra has partnered with insurance company Cigna TTK Health to market the insurer's products in the bank's branches across the entire country. Under the agreement, the bank will offer the all of Cigna TTK's superior health insurance products to its 2 crore users. Public sector lender Bank of Maharashtra has partnered with insurance company Cigna TTK Health to market the insurer's products in the bank's branches across the entire country. Under the agreement, the bank will offer the all of Cigna TTK's superior health insurance products to its 2 crore users.
- Question 55: Alastair Cook is related with... ?Alastair Cook is related with... ?
Explanation:Alastair Cook has resigned as England Test captain after a record 59 matches in the role. Cook tendered his resignation to England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chairman Colin Graves, but intends to continue playing Test cricket.
Alastair Cook has resigned as England Test captain after a record 59 matches in the role. Cook tendered his resignation to England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chairman Colin Graves, but intends to continue playing Test cricket.
- Question 56: Which state will give 2 percent reservation for sportspersons in govt jobs ?
Which state will give 2 percent reservation for sportspersons in govt jobs ?
Explanation: Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das has said the state will give two per cent reservation to sports persons in government jobs and nutritious food to them. He said efforts were also being taken to give nutritious food to the sports persons, an official release said in Ranchi.
Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das has said the state will give two per cent reservation to sports persons in government jobs and nutritious food to them. He said efforts were also being taken to give nutritious food to the sports persons, an official release said in Ranchi.
- Question 57: ___ has launched its First Smart Police Station inaugurated ?___ has launched its First Smart Police Station inaugurated ?
Explanation: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the first model police station at Nagarampalem in the capital region Amaravati. He also inaugurated the second model police station in old Guntur town.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the first model police station at Nagarampalem in the capital region Amaravati. He also inaugurated the second model police station in old Guntur town.
- Question 58: has launched Rs 30,000 cr village development scheme ?
has launched Rs 30,000 cr village development scheme ?
Explanation:Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana, a mega mission with a financial outlay of 30,000 crore rupees will be implemented in all the villages in Assam in the next five years culminating in 2021-22.
The programme will be implemented through saturation model by covering each revenue village through focused interventions in direct economic activities, logistic support including market linkages, and community support.
Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana, a mega mission with a financial outlay of 30,000 crore rupees will be implemented in all the villages in Assam in the next five years culminating in 2021-22.
The programme will be implemented through saturation model by covering each revenue village through focused interventions in direct economic activities, logistic support including market linkages, and community support.
- Question 59: India has decided to open for markets for non-state companies in the field of ----- ? India has decided to open for markets for non-state companies in the field of ----- ?
Explanation: India government has decided to allow commercial mining of Coal by non-state mining companies in the next fiscal, according to federal Coal secretary. The decision to allow private companies to mine and sell Coal has been taken for the first time in more than four decades.
India government has decided to allow commercial mining of Coal by non-state mining companies in the next fiscal, according to federal Coal secretary. The decision to allow private companies to mine and sell Coal has been taken for the first time in more than four decades.
- Question 60: Who is the Chief Election Commissioner of India? Who is the Chief Election Commissioner of India?
Explanation: In Uttar Pradesh, Chief Election Commissioner Nasim Zaidi along with his team of Commissioners have reached in Lucknow on two day visit today to review the preparedness of the forth coming assembly election. According to election office during the two-day stay, the commission will have review meeting with the officials related to the third and fourth phase of election in state.
In Uttar Pradesh, Chief Election Commissioner Nasim Zaidi along with his team of Commissioners have reached in Lucknow on two day visit today to review the preparedness of the forth coming assembly election. According to election office during the two-day stay, the commission will have review meeting with the officials related to the third and fourth phase of election in state.
- Question 61: Which state has implemented e-Cabinet system ?
Which state has implemented e-Cabinet system ?
Explanation: The Arunachal Pradesh government it has implemented a paperless system to cut down on the time taken to hold a cabinet meeting. The e-Cabinet system uses a web-based software by which ministers can prepare for cabinet meetings, entirely without paper.
The Arunachal Pradesh government it has implemented a paperless system to cut down on the time taken to hold a cabinet meeting. The e-Cabinet system uses a web-based software by which ministers can prepare for cabinet meetings, entirely without paper.
- Question 62: Which country has become the World’s Largest Solar Energy Producer ?
Which country has become the World’s Largest Solar Energy Producer ?
Explanation:China has become the world’s largest producer of solar energy, according to a new report from the country’s energy administration. The most populous nation on Earth nearly doubled their capacity for solar power in 2016, but they still have a very low per-capita rate for solar power use.
China's National Energy Administration announced over the weekend that their photovoltaic (PV) capacity reached an impressive 77.42 gigawatts. Germany, the former global solar-power leader, produced 40.78 gigawatts in November 2016.
China has become the world’s largest producer of solar energy, according to a new report from the country’s energy administration. The most populous nation on Earth nearly doubled their capacity for solar power in 2016, but they still have a very low per-capita rate for solar power use.
China's National Energy Administration announced over the weekend that their photovoltaic (PV) capacity reached an impressive 77.42 gigawatts. Germany, the former global solar-power leader, produced 40.78 gigawatts in November 2016.
- Question 63: Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana (CMSGUY) has been launched ...? Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana (CMSGUY) has been launched ...?
Explanation: In a move to bring about paradigm shift towards holistic development of villages in Assam, Chief Minsiter Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday launched Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana (CMSGUY) .
Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana, a mega mission with a financial outlay of Rs. 30,000 crore will be implemented in all the villages in Assam in the next five years culminating in 2021-22.
The programme will be implemented through ‘saturation model’ by covering each revenue village through focused interventions in direct economic activities, logistic support including market linkages, and community support.
In a move to bring about paradigm shift towards holistic development of villages in Assam, Chief Minsiter Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday launched Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana (CMSGUY) .
Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana, a mega mission with a financial outlay of Rs. 30,000 crore will be implemented in all the villages in Assam in the next five years culminating in 2021-22.
The programme will be implemented through ‘saturation model’ by covering each revenue village through focused interventions in direct economic activities, logistic support including market linkages, and community support.
- Question 64: Andaman Nicobar's first train route will link Port Blair to .... ?
Andaman Nicobar's first train route will link Port Blair to .... ?
Explanation: A 240-KM broad-gauge railway line connecting two major islands, with bridges and stations along the coast, will be part of an ambitious rail link connecting Port Blair with Diglipur on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands — a first in the country that will bring the archipelago on the rail map.
A 240-KM broad-gauge railway line connecting two major islands, with bridges and stations along the coast, will be part of an ambitious rail link connecting Port Blair with Diglipur on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands — a first in the country that will bring the archipelago on the rail map.
- Question 65: ___ has been banned from London World Athletics Championships?
___ has been banned from London World Athletics Championships?
Explanation:Russia has been barred from international competition since November 2015 following a damaging report alleging that state-sponsored doping was rife in the country.
The ban had already been extended in March and then June 2016, preventing Russia’s athletes from competing at the Rio Olympics.
Russia has been barred from international competition since November 2015 following a damaging report alleging that state-sponsored doping was rife in the country.
The ban had already been extended in March and then June 2016, preventing Russia’s athletes from competing at the Rio Olympics.
- Question 66: Name the new acting CEO of Prasar Bharati ?
Name the new acting CEO of Prasar Bharati ?
Explanation:Member (Finance) in Prasar Bharati Rajiv Singh took over as the acting CEO of the countrys public service broadcaster.
Singh has taken over as per a resolution of the Prasar Bharati Boards Resolution taken on January 14 in a meeting in Hyderabad.
Member (Finance) in Prasar Bharati Rajiv Singh took over as the acting CEO of the countrys public service broadcaster.
Singh has taken over as per a resolution of the Prasar Bharati Boards Resolution taken on January 14 in a meeting in Hyderabad.
- Question 67: Dalhousie Road in Delhi has been renamed as ... ? Dalhousie Road in Delhi has been renamed as ... ?
Explanation:New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has renamed Dalhousie Road as Dara Shikoh Road. Dara Shikoh was the elder brother of Mughal emperor Aurganzeb. The road, named after Lord Dalhousie who served as governor general of India from 1848-56, is located less than 2 km from Rashtrapati Bhawan.New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has renamed Dalhousie Road as Dara Shikoh Road. Dara Shikoh was the elder brother of Mughal emperor Aurganzeb. The road, named after Lord Dalhousie who served as governor general of India from 1848-56, is located less than 2 km from Rashtrapati Bhawan.
- Question 68: Name the Minister of State for Labour and Employment (Independent Charge) ? Name the Minister of State for Labour and Employment (Independent Charge) ?
Explanation:The Lok Sabha today passed the Payment of Wages (Amendment) Bill, 2017. The bill seeks to enable employers to pay wages to workers through cheque or directly crediting their accounts.
The bill, moved by Labour and Employment Minister Bandaru Dattatreya in the House, will replace the Ordinance promulgated by the President on 28th December last year. The Lok Sabha today passed the Payment of Wages (Amendment) Bill, 2017. The bill seeks to enable employers to pay wages to workers through cheque or directly crediting their accounts.
The bill, moved by Labour and Employment Minister Bandaru Dattatreya in the House, will replace the Ordinance promulgated by the President on 28th December last year.
- Question 69: The Cabinet has approved Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan to make 6 crore rural households digitally literate by March ___ ? The Cabinet has approved Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan to make 6 crore rural households digitally literate by March ___ ?
Explanation: The Cabinet has approved Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan to make 6 crore rural households digitally literate by March 2019. The outlay for this project is over two thousand 351 crore rupees to usher in digital literacy in rural India. An official release said, the Abhiyan is expected to be one of the largest digital literacy programmes in the world The Cabinet has approved Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan to make 6 crore rural households digitally literate by March 2019. The outlay for this project is over two thousand 351 crore rupees to usher in digital literacy in rural India. An official release said, the Abhiyan is expected to be one of the largest digital literacy programmes in the world
- Question 70: Which committee has been constituted by the Haryana Government to resolve the problem of those agitating for reservation and other issues of the state? Which committee has been constituted by the Haryana Government to resolve the problem of those agitating for reservation and other issues of the state?
Explanation:As stated by the government, any organization, section of the society or an individual could submit their viewpoint and suggestions to the committee in writing or orally. As stated by the government, any organization, section of the society or an individual could submit their viewpoint and suggestions to the committee in writing or orally.
- Question 71: Govt to start Highway Advisory Services in ___ states through All India Radio?
Govt to start Highway Advisory Services in ___ states through All India Radio?
Explanation: The government is going to start Highways Advisory Services to provide real time traffic updates on 12 National Highways in 13 States through All India Radio.
The government is going to start Highways Advisory Services to provide real time traffic updates on 12 National Highways in 13 States through All India Radio.
- Question 72: ____ has won the Best IT Startup of India award at the 2016 National Entrepreneurship Awards (NEA)? ____ has won the Best IT Startup of India award at the 2016 National Entrepreneurship Awards (NEA)?
Explanation: Lucideus, an IT risk assessment and digital security services provider, has won the Best IT Startup of India award under the IT (Information Technology) and ITES (Information Technology Enabled Services) category at the National Entrepreneurship Award 2016 at the DRDO auditorium in New Delhi. Lucideus, an IT risk assessment and digital security services provider, has won the Best IT Startup of India award under the IT (Information Technology) and ITES (Information Technology Enabled Services) category at the National Entrepreneurship Award 2016 at the DRDO auditorium in New Delhi.
- Question 73: India’s first centre of excellence for differently-abled sportsmen will be set up in.. ?India’s first centre of excellence for differently-abled sportsmen will be set up in.. ?
Explanation:Recently, the Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel has laid the foundation stone of the India’s first centre of excellence for differently-abled sportsmen at Gandhinagar, Gujarat.Recently, the Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel has laid the foundation stone of the India’s first centre of excellence for differently-abled sportsmen at Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
- Question 74: Satwik Sai Raj is associated with ... ?Satwik Sai Raj is associated with ... ?
Explanation:Satwik Sai Raj and Maneesha K have recently won the mixed doubles title at the 81st Senior National Badminton Championships by defeating Venkat Gaurav Prasad and Juhi Dewangan in the final by 21-14, 21-18 at Patna, Bihar. Satwik Sai Raj and Maneesha K have recently won the mixed doubles title at the 81st Senior National Badminton Championships by defeating Venkat Gaurav Prasad and Juhi Dewangan in the final by 21-14, 21-18 at Patna, Bihar.
- Question 75: Which state has launched Civil Service Awards for excellence in public administration?
Which state has launched Civil Service Awards for excellence in public administration?
Explanation:The purpose of the award is not only to boost the morale of the state government employees by recognizing their hard work and innovative work done by them, but also is expected to bring in a productive work culture. The purpose of the award is not only to boost the morale of the state government employees by recognizing their hard work and innovative work done by them, but also is expected to bring in a productive work culture.
- Question 76: Recently, India and __ have signed protocol amending tax treaty ?
Recently, India and __ have signed protocol amending tax treaty ?
Explanation:
- Question 77: ___ has launched India's first social innovation hub in Nizamabad ?
___ has launched India's first social innovation hub in Nizamabad ?
Explanation: The Telangana government has launched India's first social innovation centre -- The ‘Kakatiya Hub For Social Innovation’ in Nizamabad
The Telangana government has launched India's first social innovation centre -- The ‘Kakatiya Hub For Social Innovation’ in Nizamabad
- Question 78: Who is the author of the book - Band, Bajaa, Boys Who is the author of the book - Band, Bajaa, Boys
Explanation:
- Question 79: Name the new chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) ? Name the new chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) ?
Explanation: SEBI is the statutory regulator for the securities market in India established in 1988. It was given statutory powers through the SEBI Act, 1992. SEBI is the statutory regulator for the securities market in India established in 1988. It was given statutory powers through the SEBI Act, 1992.
- Question 80: The first phase of Station Redevelopment Programme is for ___ ? The first phase of Station Redevelopment Programme is for ___ ?
Explanation:Union Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu unveiled the first phase of the ambitious Station Redevelopment Programme. It is the world’s largest transit-oriented development programme ever executed.
As part this programme, tenders are being floated for 23 of a total of the total 400 A1 and A category stations selected re-developing in the first phase.
Union Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu unveiled the first phase of the ambitious Station Redevelopment Programme. It is the world’s largest transit-oriented development programme ever executed.
As part this programme, tenders are being floated for 23 of a total of the total 400 A1 and A category stations selected re-developing in the first phase.
- Question 81: ___ hosting 2nd Gateway of India Geo economic Dialogue ? ___ hosting 2nd Gateway of India Geo economic Dialogue ?
Explanation:The External Affairs Ministry, MEA is co-hosting the Second Gateway of India Geo economic Dialogue with Gateway House from Monday in Mumbai, Maharashtra. This is India’s premier geo-economics conference on the theme, Where Geopolitics meets Business focussed on building synergies between business and foreign policy.
There will be panel discussions covering topics like Sovereign Funds, Global Taxation and Digital Economy.
The External Affairs Ministry, MEA is co-hosting the Second Gateway of India Geo economic Dialogue with Gateway House from Monday in Mumbai, Maharashtra. This is India’s premier geo-economics conference on the theme, Where Geopolitics meets Business focussed on building synergies between business and foreign policy.
There will be panel discussions covering topics like Sovereign Funds, Global Taxation and Digital Economy.
- Question 82: Which country is hosting FIFA U-17 World Cup ?Which country is hosting FIFA U-17 World Cup ?
Explanation:The first-ever FIFA tournament to be hosted by India, which will be played from October 6 to 28 this year.The first-ever FIFA tournament to be hosted by India, which will be played from October 6 to 28 this year.
- Question 83: What is the name of the Official mascot of FIFA U-17 World Cup .... ?
What is the name of the Official mascot of FIFA U-17 World Cup .... ?
Explanation: With just 238 days remaining for the start of FIFA Under-17 World Cup India 2017, the official mascot of the tournament 'Kheleao' was unveiled at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi today. A clouded leopard called Kheleao was introduced to hundreds of football fans in a ceremony attended by Sports Minister Vijay Goel and All India Football Federation President Praful Patel.
With just 238 days remaining for the start of FIFA Under-17 World Cup India 2017, the official mascot of the tournament 'Kheleao' was unveiled at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi today. A clouded leopard called Kheleao was introduced to hundreds of football fans in a ceremony attended by Sports Minister Vijay Goel and All India Football Federation President Praful Patel.
- Question 84: ___ has become the first state in the country for establishing cashless system in its public distribution system (PDS) of food grains ? ___ has become the first state in the country for establishing cashless system in its public distribution system (PDS) of food grains ?
Explanation:The beneficiaries who are eligible for subsidised food grains under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) will now need to carry only Aadhaar cards for getting their food grains in Gujarat.
The beneficiaries who are eligible for subsidised food grains under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) will now need to carry only Aadhaar cards for getting their food grains in Gujarat.
- Question 85: India has successfully test-fired home grown AAD interceptor missile ....?
India has successfully test-fired home grown AAD interceptor missile ....?
Explanation:The Advanced Air Defence interceptor, dubbed as Ashwin, will destroy the incoming missile in the endo-atmospheric region at a low altitude of less than 30 kilometres.
The success of the AAD test will boost India strengthen its position in the exclusive club of US, Russia and Israel.
The Advanced Air Defence interceptor, dubbed as Ashwin, will destroy the incoming missile in the endo-atmospheric region at a low altitude of less than 30 kilometres.
The success of the AAD test will boost India strengthen its position in the exclusive club of US, Russia and Israel.
- Question 86: National Deworming Day is observed on...?National Deworming Day is observed on...?
Explanation:The National Deworming Day is observed every year on February 10 with main objective to combat parasitic worm infections among preschool and school-age children across India. The National Deworming Day is observed every year on February 10 with main objective to combat parasitic worm infections among preschool and school-age children across India.
- Question 87: What is Indian rank in 2017 International Intellectual Property Index ? What is Indian rank in 2017 International Intellectual Property Index ?
Explanation: India ranked low 43rd among the surveyed 45 nations in 2017 International Intellectual Property Index (IIPI). In this edition, India is just above Pakistan (44th) and Venezuela (45th).
The fifth annual index was released by US Chamber of Commerce’s Global Intellectual Property Centre (GIPC) in its report titled ‘The Roots of Innovation’. India ranked low 43rd among the surveyed 45 nations in 2017 International Intellectual Property Index (IIPI). In this edition, India is just above Pakistan (44th) and Venezuela (45th).
The fifth annual index was released by US Chamber of Commerce’s Global Intellectual Property Centre (GIPC) in its report titled ‘The Roots of Innovation’.
- Question 88: Wha is the capital of Angola ? Wha is the capital of Angola ?
Explanation: In Angola, at least 17 people have been killed in a stampede at a football stadium in the city of Uige.
Officials said, the stampede occured yesterday when some supporters stormed the gates after failing to get the entry.
In Angola, at least 17 people have been killed in a stampede at a football stadium in the city of Uige.
Officials said, the stampede occured yesterday when some supporters stormed the gates after failing to get the entry.
- Question 89: ___ will host the 2017 Mobile World Congress?___ will host the 2017 Mobile World Congress?
Explanation:The 2017 Mobile World Congress (MWC) will be held in Barcelona, Spain from February 27 to March 2, which will be organised by the Global System Mobile Association (GSMA). TThe GSMA Mobile World Congress is a combination of the world's largest exhibition for the mobile industry and a conference featuring prominent executives representing mobile operators, device manufacturers, technology providers, vendors and content owners from across the world. The 2017 Mobile World Congress (MWC) will be held in Barcelona, Spain from February 27 to March 2, which will be organised by the Global System Mobile Association (GSMA). TThe GSMA Mobile World Congress is a combination of the world's largest exhibition for the mobile industry and a conference featuring prominent executives representing mobile operators, device manufacturers, technology providers, vendors and content owners from across the world.
- Question 90: Final of the T20 Cricket World Cup for Blind will be played between.. ?
Final of the T20 Cricket World Cup for Blind will be played between.. ?
Explanation:Pakistan will meet India in the final of the T20 Cricket World Cup for Blind in Bengaluru on Feb. 12.
Pakistan will meet India in the final of the T20 Cricket World Cup for Blind in Bengaluru on Feb. 12.
- Question 91: Which committee will be constituted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on cyber security?`Which committee will be constituted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on cyber security?`
Explanation:The committee will suggest appropriate policy interventions to strengthen cyber security and resilience, it said.
In a bid to strengthen cyber security system, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday decided to set up an inter-disciplinary panel on cyber security to examine various threats and suggest measures to deal with it.
The committee will suggest appropriate policy interventions to strengthen cyber security and resilience, it said.
In a bid to strengthen cyber security system, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday decided to set up an inter-disciplinary panel on cyber security to examine various threats and suggest measures to deal with it.
- Question 92: ___ is hosting Aero India 2017 ? ___ is hosting Aero India 2017 ?
Explanation:The 11th biennial edition of International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition - Aero India 2017 - will be held at the Air Force Station, Yelahanka in Bengaluru.
72 aircraft, beside 270 Indian and 279 foreign companies will participate in the 5-day event. Exhibitors from US, Russia, Israel, Germany, Singapore, UAE, South Korea and Australia will participate.
The 11th biennial edition of International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition - Aero India 2017 - will be held at the Air Force Station, Yelahanka in Bengaluru.
72 aircraft, beside 270 Indian and 279 foreign companies will participate in the 5-day event. Exhibitors from US, Russia, Israel, Germany, Singapore, UAE, South Korea and Australia will participate.
- Question 93: ___ is hosting 2nd edition of Hunar Haat ? ___ is hosting 2nd edition of Hunar Haat ?
Explanation:Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi today inaugurated the second edition of Hunar Haat to encourage, promote and provide national and international market to master artisans and craftsmen belonging to minority communities. Minority Affairs Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi today inaugurated the second edition of Hunar Haat to encourage, promote and provide national and international market to master artisans and craftsmen belonging to minority communities.
- Question 94: ___ is hosting the 2017 IAAF World Athletics Championship?___ is hosting the 2017 IAAF World Athletics Championship?
Explanation:The 16th edition of the IAAF World Championships will be held in August 2017 in London, United Kingdom (UK). In it, Russia will remain suspended after athletics governing body voted to extend their suspension from international competition for state-sponsored doping. The 16th edition of the IAAF World Championships will be held in August 2017 in London, United Kingdom (UK). In it, Russia will remain suspended after athletics governing body voted to extend their suspension from international competition for state-sponsored doping.
- Question 95: ___ has won All India National Style Kabaddi Championship___ has won All India National Style Kabaddi Championship
Explanation:Haryana today won the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Memorial All India National Style Kabaddi Championship defeating Indian Railway by 33-27 in the final match.
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal awarded one crore rupee first prize to the winner team and 50 lakh rupees award to the first runner up team.
Haryana today won the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Memorial All India National Style Kabaddi Championship defeating Indian Railway by 33-27 in the final match.
Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal awarded one crore rupee first prize to the winner team and 50 lakh rupees award to the first runner up team.
- Question 96: Which sports outreach programme has been launched by the Union Government to promote football among school children?Which sports outreach programme has been launched by the Union Government to promote football among school children?
Explanation:The Union Minister of State (I/C) for Youth Affairs and Sports, Vijay Goel has recently launched the Mission-Eleven-Million sports outreach programme to promote football among school children. The Union Minister of State (I/C) for Youth Affairs and Sports, Vijay Goel has recently launched the Mission-Eleven-Million sports outreach programme to promote football among school children.
- Question 97: India and ___ have recently signed MoU with which country to ease restrictions on number of scheduled flights?India and ___ have recently signed MoU with which country to ease restrictions on number of scheduled flights?
Explanation:India has recently signed MoU with United Kingdom to ease restrictions on number of scheduled flights. The limits on flights from key Indian cities including Chennai and Kolkata have been scrapped and the MoU will allow for a greater range of flights for passengers while providing a boost to trade and tourism for the UK and India. India has recently signed MoU with United Kingdom to ease restrictions on number of scheduled flights. The limits on flights from key Indian cities including Chennai and Kolkata have been scrapped and the MoU will allow for a greater range of flights for passengers while providing a boost to trade and tourism for the UK and India.
- Question 98: ___ is hosting the first-ever National Women’s Parliament (NWP)?___ is hosting the first-ever National Women’s Parliament (NWP)?
Explanation:The National Women’s Parliament (NWP), a first-of-its-kind conclave has started in Amaravati, the new capital of Andhra Pradesh. The 3-day conference has been organised by the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly with the theme of Empowering Women Strengthening Democracy. The National Women’s Parliament (NWP), a first-of-its-kind conclave has started in Amaravati, the new capital of Andhra Pradesh. The 3-day conference has been organised by the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly with the theme of Empowering Women Strengthening Democracy.
- Question 99: Name the first ever woman director of an Indian Institutes of Management? Name the first ever woman director of an Indian Institutes of Management?
Explanation:Dr. Neelu Rohmetra of Jammu University has been appointed as the director of Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh and she has become the first woman to helm an IIM in that capacity.Dr. Neelu Rohmetra of Jammu University has been appointed as the director of Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh and she has become the first woman to helm an IIM in that capacity.
- Question 100: Every year ___ February is celebrated as the National Productivity Week ? Every year ___ February is celebrated as the National Productivity Week ?
Explanation:
- Question 101: BHIM app on iOS also has a limit of ___ per transaction?
BHIM app on iOS also has a limit of ___ per transaction?
Explanation: After its successful launch on Android, the Bharat Interface for Money, or BHIM, an app, has been finally launched on the iOS platform. BHIM app on iOS also has a limit of Rs10,000 per transaction and Rs20,000 in a day for transfers through the bank account.
After its successful launch on Android, the Bharat Interface for Money, or BHIM, an app, has been finally launched on the iOS platform. BHIM app on iOS also has a limit of Rs10,000 per transaction and Rs20,000 in a day for transfers through the bank account.
- Question 102: US, and ___ have successfully intercepted the missile in space?
US, and ___ have successfully intercepted the missile in space?
Explanation:The US and Japanese military have successfully tested the Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block II A missile defence system by intercepting a medium-range ballistic missile target in space for the first time.
The US and Japanese military have successfully tested the Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block II A missile defence system by intercepting a medium-range ballistic missile target in space for the first time.
- Question 103: Indian Navy survey vessel INS ___ has gone green by installing a solar power system on board ? Indian Navy survey vessel INS ___ has gone green by installing a solar power system on board ?
Explanation:Indian Navy's survey vessel INS Sarvekshak has gone green by installing a solar power system on board.
Navy said the system, equipped on the ship is 100 per cent reliable for power source that can be used for communication equipment, battery charging and general lightings onboard round the clock with battery outputs during night.
Indian Navy's survey vessel INS Sarvekshak has gone green by installing a solar power system on board.
Navy said the system, equipped on the ship is 100 per cent reliable for power source that can be used for communication equipment, battery charging and general lightings onboard round the clock with battery outputs during night.
- Question 104: Name the new President of Germany ? Name the new President of Germany ?
Explanation:Former German foreign minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier has been elected President by a Parliamentary Assembly.
The Social Democrat, 61, is one of Germany's most popular politicians.Steinmeier was chosen by the Federal Assembly meeting in Parliament in Berlin. He won 931 out of 1,260 votes.
Former German foreign minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier has been elected President by a Parliamentary Assembly.
The Social Democrat, 61, is one of Germany's most popular politicians.Steinmeier was chosen by the Federal Assembly meeting in Parliament in Berlin. He won 931 out of 1,260 votes.
- Question 105: ___ has voted to relax its citizenship rules ?
___ has voted to relax its citizenship rules ?
Explanation: People in Switzerland have voted to relax the country's strict citizenship rules, making it easier for third-generation immigrants to become Swiss.
Initial projections suggest that 59% of Swiss voters said yes to simplifying the rules. Being born in Switzerland does not guarantee citizenship. Non-Swiss residents must typically wait 12 years before applying.
People in Switzerland have voted to relax the country's strict citizenship rules, making it easier for third-generation immigrants to become Swiss.
Initial projections suggest that 59% of Swiss voters said yes to simplifying the rules. Being born in Switzerland does not guarantee citizenship. Non-Swiss residents must typically wait 12 years before applying.
- Question 106: Centre to launch portal to provide platform to emerging ___ persons, where they would be able to upload their skills videos ?Centre to launch portal to provide platform to emerging ___ persons, where they would be able to upload their skills videos ?
Explanation:Union Minister of State for Sports Vijay Goyal has said, Centre will launch a portal soon which will provide the platform to the emerging sports persons in the country.
The sports persons who are doing well in any sport activity will be able to upload their videos and bio data on the proposed portal where Sports Ministry will scrutinize and select them on the merit basis.
Union Minister of State for Sports Vijay Goyal has said, Centre will launch a portal soon which will provide the platform to the emerging sports persons in the country.
The sports persons who are doing well in any sport activity will be able to upload their videos and bio data on the proposed portal where Sports Ministry will scrutinize and select them on the merit basis.
- Question 107: ___ wood is to get GI (geographical indication) tag of World Trade Organisation (WTO)?
___ wood is to get GI (geographical indication) tag of World Trade Organisation (WTO)?
Explanation:The timber has superior mechanical and physical properties, besides an incomparable aesthetic appearance
Nilambur teak, internationally known for its superior quality and elegant appearance, will soon be added to the list of Kerala produces with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
The timber has superior mechanical and physical properties, besides an incomparable aesthetic appearance
Nilambur teak, internationally known for its superior quality and elegant appearance, will soon be added to the list of Kerala produces with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
- Question 108: Who is the director of the movie La La Land ? Who is the director of the movie La La Land ?
Explanation:Director Damien Chazelle's musical La La Land continued its award dominance by taking five trophies, including at the 70th British Academy Film Awards, BAFTA. At the ceremony on Sunday night, British-Indian star Dev Patel got recognition for his role in Lion, getting award for best supporting actor. Director Damien Chazelle's musical La La Land continued its award dominance by taking five trophies, including at the 70th British Academy Film Awards, BAFTA. At the ceremony on Sunday night, British-Indian star Dev Patel got recognition for his role in Lion, getting award for best supporting actor.
- Question 109: ___ is hosting Indian Seed Congress – 2017 ? ___ is hosting Indian Seed Congress – 2017 ?
Explanation:The theme of Seed Congress is Seed of Joy which is very much in line with vision of this government to bring happiness and prosperity in the lives of farmers by doubling their farm income by 2022.
The theme of Seed Congress is Seed of Joy which is very much in line with vision of this government to bring happiness and prosperity in the lives of farmers by doubling their farm income by 2022.
- Question 110: World Radio Day is observed on...?World Radio Day is observed on...?
Explanation: Today, Feb. 13, is the World Radio Day that is celebrated every year on 13th of February to celebrate radio as the medium for entertainment, information and the mode for communication.This year, the theme is - Radio is You, a call for greater participation of audiences and communities in the policy and planning of radio broadcasting.
Today, Feb. 13, is the World Radio Day that is celebrated every year on 13th of February to celebrate radio as the medium for entertainment, information and the mode for communication.This year, the theme is - Radio is You, a call for greater participation of audiences and communities in the policy and planning of radio broadcasting.
- Question 111: The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed on .... ? The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed on .... ?
Explanation:The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed every year on February 11 to promote gender equality and encourage girls and women to get involved in science and research. The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed every year on February 11 to promote gender equality and encourage girls and women to get involved in science and research.
- Question 112: ___ is hosting the 2nd edition of International Spice Conference?___ is hosting the 2nd edition of International Spice Conference?
Explanation:
- Question 113: ___ is hosting the 2017 International Coin Fair?___ is hosting the 2017 International Coin Fair?
Explanation:The 3-day International Coin Fair has started at Kanakakunnu Palace in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala from February 13, 2017 and is hosted by District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC).The 3-day International Coin Fair has started at Kanakakunnu Palace in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala from February 13, 2017 and is hosted by District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC).
- Question 114: Recently, in ___ Over 550 Army deserters have been arrested in single day ?
Recently, in ___ Over 550 Army deserters have been arrested in single day ?
Explanation: In Sri Lanka, more than 550 army personnel who were on unauthorised leave, were arrested today in a country-wide raid conducted by the Police and military personnel.
In Sri Lanka, more than 550 army personnel who were on unauthorised leave, were arrested today in a country-wide raid conducted by the Police and military personnel.
- Question 115: ___ has launched the world’s first Braille Atlas for visually impaired persons?___ has launched the world’s first Braille Atlas for visually impaired persons?
Explanation:The special edition of the Atlas for Visually Impaired (India) in English Braille has been prepared by National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation (NATMO) under the Department of S and T. The Atlas priced at Rs.600 and has 20 maps. The special edition of the Atlas for Visually Impaired (India) in English Braille has been prepared by National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation (NATMO) under the Department of S and T. The Atlas priced at Rs.600 and has 20 maps.
- Question 116: Kambala is related with... ?Kambala is related with... ?
Explanation:The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2017 tabled by Minister for Animal Husbandry and Sericulture A Manju, was passed in the Karnataka legislative Assembly.
It seeks to amend the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, in its application to Karnataka.The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2017 tabled by Minister for Animal Husbandry and Sericulture A Manju, was passed in the Karnataka legislative Assembly.
It seeks to amend the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, in its application to Karnataka.
- Question 117: Soumyajit Ghosh is related with..?Soumyajit Ghosh is related with..?
Explanation:India's Soumyajit Ghosh and Sanil Shetty have entered the main draw of the ITTF World Tour India Open tournament. On the opening day of the event in New Delhi yesterday, Soumyajit defeated Saudi Arabia’s Ali Alkhadrawi by Four games to Three.
Soumyajit earlier won his opening match in the morning, beating his compatriot Jeet Chandra 4-0, to seal his place in the main draw.
India's Soumyajit Ghosh and Sanil Shetty have entered the main draw of the ITTF World Tour India Open tournament. On the opening day of the event in New Delhi yesterday, Soumyajit defeated Saudi Arabia’s Ali Alkhadrawi by Four games to Three.
Soumyajit earlier won his opening match in the morning, beating his compatriot Jeet Chandra 4-0, to seal his place in the main draw.
- Question 118: ___ adopted Donja Village In Maharashtra For Transformation ?___ adopted Donja Village In Maharashtra For Transformation ?
Explanation:Sachin Tendulkar has adopted the village of Donja in Maharashtra's Osmanabad district, under the Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojna, sanctioning over Rs. 4 crore for the development of the village from his MPLAD fund.
Sachin Tendulkar has adopted the village of Donja in Maharashtra's Osmanabad district, under the Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojna, sanctioning over Rs. 4 crore for the development of the village from his MPLAD fund.
- Question 119: Name the first woman foreign secretary of Pakistan ? Name the first woman foreign secretary of Pakistan ?
Explanation:Tehmina Janjua becomes the first women to be appointed as the new foreign secretary of Pakistan. She will be replacing Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry in the office.
Tehmina Janjua will assume the post of Foreign Secretary in the first week of March 2017.
Tehmina Janjua becomes the first women to be appointed as the new foreign secretary of Pakistan. She will be replacing Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry in the office.
Tehmina Janjua will assume the post of Foreign Secretary in the first week of March 2017.
- Question 120: Kush Bhagat is related with ... ?Kush Bhagat is related with ... ?
Explanation: Kush Bhagat, a second grade student from Hill Spring International School, was awarded the title of Candidate Master (CM) by World Chess Federation body, FIDE
Kush Bhagat, a second grade student from Hill Spring International School, was awarded the title of Candidate Master (CM) by World Chess Federation body, FIDE
- Question 121: Where is Loktak Lake ?
Where is Loktak Lake ?
Explanation:Loktak lake, the largest freshwater lake in the Northeast India, has now become home to first of its kind loktak floating elementary school.
Situated about 50 km from Imphal, the school has been inaugurated at Langolsabi Leikai of Champu Khangpok village in Manipur.
Loktak lake, the largest freshwater lake in the Northeast India, has now become home to first of its kind loktak floating elementary school.
Situated about 50 km from Imphal, the school has been inaugurated at Langolsabi Leikai of Champu Khangpok village in Manipur.
- Question 122: Name the new Assocham President ? Name the new Assocham President ?
Explanation:ASSOCHAM is a not for profit organization, facilitating reach of India to all businesses around the globe, for wanting to do business with India.
ASSOCHAM is a not for profit organization, facilitating reach of India to all businesses around the globe, for wanting to do business with India.
- Question 123: What is the capital of croatia ? What is the capital of croatia ?
Explanation: India and Croatia have signed an agreement to boost bilateral trade and enhance economic cooperation.The agreement was signed by Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Martina Dalic, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Economy, Government of the Republic of Croatia, in Zagreb. India and Croatia have signed an agreement to boost bilateral trade and enhance economic cooperation.The agreement was signed by Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Martina Dalic, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Economy, Government of the Republic of Croatia, in Zagreb.
- Question 124: Recently, the two-day meeting of G20 foreign ministers held at...? Recently, the two-day meeting of G20 foreign ministers held at...?
Explanation: Investors and insurers with more than 2.8 trillion dollars in assets under management today called on the Group of 20 economies to phase out fossil fuel subsidies by 2020 despite US doubts about climate change. G20 nations should work to accelerate green investment and reduce climate risk.
Investors and insurers with more than 2.8 trillion dollars in assets under management today called on the Group of 20 economies to phase out fossil fuel subsidies by 2020 despite US doubts about climate change. G20 nations should work to accelerate green investment and reduce climate risk.
- Question 125: ___ has imposed curbs on liquor consumption ?
___ has imposed curbs on liquor consumption ?
Explanation: Haryana government has notified that no person will be allowed to consume liquor at a place which is not licensed or authorized under the Punjab Excise Act, 1914 except his dwelling unit.
Giving this information, Excise and Taxation Minister, Capt. Abhimanyu said at Chandigarh that the consumption of liquor in a vehicle running or parked, along the road or in a park/garden/market or a river side etc. shall be an offence.
Haryana government has notified that no person will be allowed to consume liquor at a place which is not licensed or authorized under the Punjab Excise Act, 1914 except his dwelling unit.
Giving this information, Excise and Taxation Minister, Capt. Abhimanyu said at Chandigarh that the consumption of liquor in a vehicle running or parked, along the road or in a park/garden/market or a river side etc. shall be an offence.
- Question 126: T V Parasuram, who died recently was a famous ... ? T V Parasuram, who died recently was a famous ... ?
Explanation: Veteran journalist T V Parasuram, a former correspondent of the Press Trust of India, died in the US due to age-related illness
Veteran journalist T V Parasuram, a former correspondent of the Press Trust of India, died in the US due to age-related illness
- Question 127: From ___ space station ISRO launched 104 satellites in one go?From ___ space station ISRO launched 104 satellites in one go?
Explanation: Satish Dhawan Space Centre or Sriharikota High Altitude Range is a rocket launch centre operated by Indian Space Research Organisation. It is located in Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh Satish Dhawan Space Centre or Sriharikota High Altitude Range is a rocket launch centre operated by Indian Space Research Organisation. It is located in Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh
- Question 128: Science Express Climate Action Special Train will to be flagged off from..?
Science Express Climate Action Special Train will to be flagged off from..?
Explanation:Science Express Climate Action Special (SECAS II) will be flagged off from Safdarjung Railway station in Delhi. The train will be open for public viewing at Delhi Cantonment Railway Station tomorrow and the day after.
The train will later embark upon its journey across the country. The SECAS II will run till 8th September and culminate its journey at Gandhinagar.
Science Express Climate Action Special (SECAS II) will be flagged off from Safdarjung Railway station in Delhi. The train will be open for public viewing at Delhi Cantonment Railway Station tomorrow and the day after.
The train will later embark upon its journey across the country. The SECAS II will run till 8th September and culminate its journey at Gandhinagar.
- Question 129: As on Feb. 17 what is the repo rate ?As on Feb. 17 what is the repo rate ?
Explanation:The Reserve Bank of India today maintained status quo on its key rates in its monetary policy review, and the repo rate, or the rate at which the RBI lends to banks, stands unchanged at 6(point)25 per cent, and the reverse repo rate, or the rate at which the RBI absorbs excess liquidity, also remains steady at 5(point)75 per cent.
The Reserve Bank of India today maintained status quo on its key rates in its monetary policy review, and the repo rate, or the rate at which the RBI lends to banks, stands unchanged at 6(point)25 per cent, and the reverse repo rate, or the rate at which the RBI absorbs excess liquidity, also remains steady at 5(point)75 per cent.
- Question 130: Which country is hosting ROBOT Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships ? Which country is hosting ROBOT Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships ?
Explanation:India have advanced to the quarterfinals in the ROBOT Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships. At Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, , India suffered a 1-4 defeat at the hands of Korea in their second and final round robin league tie.
India have advanced to the quarterfinals in the ROBOT Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships. At Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, , India suffered a 1-4 defeat at the hands of Korea in their second and final round robin league tie.
- Question 131: Name the new President of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)?Name the new President of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)?
Explanation: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) today elected Nilesh Shivji Vikamsey as president and Naveen N D Gupta as vice-president. They have been elected for the year 2017-18, I The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) today elected Nilesh Shivji Vikamsey as president and Naveen N D Gupta as vice-president. They have been elected for the year 2017-18, I
- Question 132: Who has been concurrently accredited as the High Commissioner of India to the Republic of Rwanda?Who has been concurrently accredited as the High Commissioner of India to the Republic of Rwanda?
Explanation: Rwanda's high commission in New Delhi is the only Rwandan representation in India.India in Rwanda: India does not currently have any diplomatic or consular representation in Rwanda. Rwanda's high commission in New Delhi is the only Rwandan representation in India.India in Rwanda: India does not currently have any diplomatic or consular representation in Rwanda.
- Question 133: Who won the Toyota Racing Series New Zealand Grand Prix at the Chris Amon Circuit?Who won the Toyota Racing Series New Zealand Grand Prix at the Chris Amon Circuit?
Explanation: Jehan Daruvala won the Toyota Racing Series' New Zealand Grand Prix at the Chris Amon Circuit in Manfeild, New Zealand, o Jehan Daruvala won the Toyota Racing Series' New Zealand Grand Prix at the Chris Amon Circuit in Manfeild, New Zealand, o
- Question 134: IMF opens technical assistance and training centre SARTTAC in.. ?IMF opens technical assistance and training centre SARTTAC in.. ?
Explanation:The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has opened a first-of-its-kind South Asia Training and Technical Assistance Centre (SARTTAC) in New Delhi for economic capacity building in South Asia. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has opened a first-of-its-kind South Asia Training and Technical Assistance Centre (SARTTAC) in New Delhi for economic capacity building in South Asia.
- Question 135: Which village is adopted by Sachin Tendular in Maharashtra for transformation?Which village is adopted by Sachin Tendular in Maharashtra for transformation?
Explanation: After transforming the lives of villagers in Puttamraju Kandriga in Andhra Pradesh, Indian cricket icon and Rajya Sabha MP Sachin Tendulkar is now set to adopt Donja in Osmanabad (Maharashtra) under the Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojna.
After transforming the lives of villagers in Puttamraju Kandriga in Andhra Pradesh, Indian cricket icon and Rajya Sabha MP Sachin Tendulkar is now set to adopt Donja in Osmanabad (Maharashtra) under the Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojna.
- Question 136: ___ is hosting 2017 Indian Panorama Film Festival?___ is hosting 2017 Indian Panorama Film Festival?
Explanation: The 5-day festival is organized by the Directorate of Information and Publicity, Andaman & Nicobar, in association with the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and Directorate of Film Festivals/IFFI, New Delhi. The 5-day festival is organized by the Directorate of Information and Publicity, Andaman & Nicobar, in association with the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and Directorate of Film Festivals/IFFI, New Delhi.
- Question 137: ___ portal has been launched by the union government to ensure transparency in mining operations? ___ portal has been launched by the union government to ensure transparency in mining operations?
Explanation: TAMRA stands for “Transparency, Auction Monitoring and Resource Augmentation”. The portal covers block-wise, state-wise and mineral-wise information of the blocks to be auctioned, monitors various statutory clearances, and also highlights the additional resources generated through e-Auction. TAMRA stands for “Transparency, Auction Monitoring and Resource Augmentation”. The portal covers block-wise, state-wise and mineral-wise information of the blocks to be auctioned, monitors various statutory clearances, and also highlights the additional resources generated through e-Auction.
- Question 138: Sandeep Singh is related with which sport? Sandeep Singh is related with which sport?
Explanation:Sandeep Singh, an Indian professional field hockey player and an ex-captain of the Indian national team, has become only the second Indian player to have an honorary degree for sporting excellence. Sandeep Singh, an Indian professional field hockey player and an ex-captain of the Indian national team, has become only the second Indian player to have an honorary degree for sporting excellence.
- Question 139: Who is the writer of the book - Army and Nation: The Military and Indian Democracy since Independence? Who is the writer of the book - Army and Nation: The Military and Indian Democracy since Independence?
Explanation: Steven I. Wilkinson explores how India has succeeded in keeping the military out of politics, when so many other countries have failed. Steven I. Wilkinson explores how India has succeeded in keeping the military out of politics, when so many other countries have failed.
- Question 140: Name new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu ? Name new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu ?
Explanation:Along with Mr Palaniswamy, 30 other ministers also took oath, with the total strength of the cabinet at 31. Mr Palaniswamy will seek vote of confidence on the floor of the state Assembly on Saturday, though he has been given 15 days to prove his majority.
Along with Mr Palaniswamy, 30 other ministers also took oath, with the total strength of the cabinet at 31. Mr Palaniswamy will seek vote of confidence on the floor of the state Assembly on Saturday, though he has been given 15 days to prove his majority.
- Question 141: ___ is hosting two day Global Investor Summit Momentum Jharkhand ?___ is hosting two day Global Investor Summit Momentum Jharkhand ?
Explanation:A two day mega event of Global Investor Summit, branded as "Momentum Jharkhand" is going to start at Khelgaon of Ranchi today.
More than one thousands delegates, including many leading industrialists, both Indian and from other countries, will take part in this. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Submit through viedo-conferencing. A number of Central Ministers will also be present at the occasion.
A two day mega event of Global Investor Summit, branded as "Momentum Jharkhand" is going to start at Khelgaon of Ranchi today.
More than one thousands delegates, including many leading industrialists, both Indian and from other countries, will take part in this. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Submit through viedo-conferencing. A number of Central Ministers will also be present at the occasion.
- Question 142: Recently, Cabinet has approved the merger of ___ subsidiary banks with SBI ?Recently, Cabinet has approved the merger of ___ subsidiary banks with SBI ?
Explanation: Cabinet approves merger of five subsidiary banks with SBI
Cabinet has approved merger of five subsidiary banks with State Bank of India. Briefing reporters in New Delhi today, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, the merger is likely to result in recurring saving, which is estimated at more than one thousand crore rupees in first year. Cabinet approves merger of five subsidiary banks with SBI
Cabinet has approved merger of five subsidiary banks with State Bank of India. Briefing reporters in New Delhi today, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, the merger is likely to result in recurring saving, which is estimated at more than one thousand crore rupees in first year.
- Question 143: For this year Foodgrain production has been forecasted at record ____ million tonne?
For this year Foodgrain production has been forecasted at record ____ million tonne?
Explanation: The total foodgrain production in the country has been pegged at record 272 million tonne. It is higher by 6.94 million tonnes than the previous record production of 265 million tonnes in 2013-14. Agriculture Ministry in its 2nd advance estimates of production of major crops for 2016-17 said that the record is going to be made due to good rainfall and various policy initiatives taken by the government.
The total foodgrain production in the country has been pegged at record 272 million tonne. It is higher by 6.94 million tonnes than the previous record production of 265 million tonnes in 2013-14. Agriculture Ministry in its 2nd advance estimates of production of major crops for 2016-17 said that the record is going to be made due to good rainfall and various policy initiatives taken by the government.
- Question 144: Winner of Vyas Samman award 2016 ? Winner of Vyas Samman award 2016 ?
Explanation:Well known Hindi Scholar and writer Surendra Verma has been selected for Vyas Samman-2016. Mr Verma has been chosen for this prestigious award for his novel Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha : Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se, published in 2010.The award instituted by K K Birla Foundation carries a cash award of 3.50 lakh rupees .
Well known Hindi Scholar and writer Surendra Verma has been selected for Vyas Samman-2016. Mr Verma has been chosen for this prestigious award for his novel Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha : Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se, published in 2010.The award instituted by K K Birla Foundation carries a cash award of 3.50 lakh rupees .
- Question 145: EPFO has extended deadline for submitting Aadhaar till
EPFO has extended deadline for submitting Aadhaar till
Explanation:Employees Provident Fund Organisation, EPFO has extended the deadline for submitting Aadhaar number by its members till 31st of next month.
Earlier the time period of submission of Aadhaar was 28th of this month. In its order, the EPFO said that all the members of Employees' Pension Scheme 1995 should submit Aadhaar number authentication on or before 31st of next month. Employees Provident Fund Organisation, EPFO has extended the deadline for submitting Aadhaar number by its members till 31st of next month.
Earlier the time period of submission of Aadhaar was 28th of this month. In its order, the EPFO said that all the members of Employees' Pension Scheme 1995 should submit Aadhaar number authentication on or before 31st of next month.
- Question 146: Shahabuddin Ahmed is a famous ... ?Shahabuddin Ahmed is a famous ... ?
Explanation:Well-known painter and freedom fighter Shahabuddin Ahmed of Bangladesh will be the first foreign artist to live in Rashtrapati Bhavan as a guest of President Pranab Mukherjee.
According to a press release issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan today, the renowned painter will stay as an Artist In-Residence from February 18 to 22.
Well-known painter and freedom fighter Shahabuddin Ahmed of Bangladesh will be the first foreign artist to live in Rashtrapati Bhavan as a guest of President Pranab Mukherjee.
According to a press release issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan today, the renowned painter will stay as an Artist In-Residence from February 18 to 22.
- Question 147: Pragati - a traditional life insurance plan that has been specifically designed to empower low income families has been launched by... ? Pragati - a traditional life insurance plan that has been specifically designed to empower low income families has been launched by... ?
Explanation: HDFC life today launched Pragati, a traditional life insurance plan that has been specifically designed to empower low income families.
HDFC life today launched Pragati, a traditional life insurance plan that has been specifically designed to empower low income families.
- Question 148: The government has curtailed the tenure of Ajay Tyagi as next chief of capital market regulator SEBI by ___ ?
The government has curtailed the tenure of Ajay Tyagi as next chief of capital market regulator SEBI by ___ ?
Explanation: SEBI, besides regulating stock exchanges, also supervises various kinds of market entities including brokers, mutual funds, FIIs, rating agencies and investment bankers, as also thousands of listed companies. SEBI, besides regulating stock exchanges, also supervises various kinds of market entities including brokers, mutual funds, FIIs, rating agencies and investment bankers, as also thousands of listed companies.
- Question 149: Who has been appointed as the UN peace-seeking chief by N Secretary-General Antonio Guterres?Who has been appointed as the UN peace-seeking chief by N Secretary-General Antonio Guterres?
Explanation:United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the establishment of an internal review team that will take forward the reforms to the UN Secretariat peace and security strategy, functioning and architecture, which he outlined when he was appointed the Secretary-General last year.United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the establishment of an internal review team that will take forward the reforms to the UN Secretariat peace and security strategy, functioning and architecture, which he outlined when he was appointed the Secretary-General last year.
- Question 150: Who won the Sportsman of the Year award at Laureus World Awards 2017?Who won the Sportsman of the Year award at Laureus World Awards 2017?
Explanation:World greatest sprinter Usain Bolt pipped the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and LeBron James to win the Sportsman of the Year trophy for a record-equalling fourth time, while gymnast Simone Biles clinched the top honour in the women's category at the Laureus World Awards at a glittering ceremony.World greatest sprinter Usain Bolt pipped the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and LeBron James to win the Sportsman of the Year trophy for a record-equalling fourth time, while gymnast Simone Biles clinched the top honour in the women's category at the Laureus World Awards at a glittering ceremony.
- Question 151: Annual Cobra Gold military exercises, Asia’s largest multinational drill was organised inAnnual Cobra Gold military exercises, Asia’s largest multinational drill was organised in
Explanation:
- Question 152: Which of the following district has been carved out of Darjeeling to be considered as an individual district by Mamta Benarjee?Which of the following district has been carved out of Darjeeling to be considered as an individual district by Mamta Benarjee?
Explanation: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced that a new district, Kalimpong, will be carved out of Darjeeling. The new district will be the state’s 21st. Several violent statehood movements have emerged from the region over the years.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced that a new district, Kalimpong, will be carved out of Darjeeling. The new district will be the state’s 21st. Several violent statehood movements have emerged from the region over the years.
- Question 153: Winner of 2017 National Yash Chopra Memorial Award? Winner of 2017 National Yash Chopra Memorial Award?
Explanation: Shah Rukh Khan will be honoured with the 4th National Yash Chopra Memorial Award-2017 on February 24. The award commemorates the director-producer by honouring excellence in various spheres of cinema like acting, music etc. Shah Rukh Khan will be honoured with the 4th National Yash Chopra Memorial Award-2017 on February 24. The award commemorates the director-producer by honouring excellence in various spheres of cinema like acting, music etc.
- Question 154: TED Talks India: Nayi Soch will be aired on... ? TED Talks India: Nayi Soch will be aired on... ?
Explanation: Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan will host the Hindi version of popular international show TED Talks which is the super-inspiring and super-influential talk series. Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan will host the Hindi version of popular international show TED Talks which is the super-inspiring and super-influential talk series.
- Question 155: ___ is hosting 2017 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup?___ is hosting 2017 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup?
Explanation: The 11th edition of ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2017 will be hosted by England from 24 June to 23 July 2017. The 11th edition of ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2017 will be hosted by England from 24 June to 23 July 2017.
- Question 156: ___ has been honoured with the 2017 Brand Laureate Legendary Award?___ has been honoured with the 2017 Brand Laureate Legendary Award?
Explanation: Melody Queen Lata Mangeshkar has been honoured with the Legendary Award’ by the Brand Laureate. The Brand Laureate Awards recognises world-class achievement in branding among individuals and companies.
Melody Queen Lata Mangeshkar has been honoured with the Legendary Award’ by the Brand Laureate. The Brand Laureate Awards recognises world-class achievement in branding among individuals and companies.
- Question 157: Who is the writer of the book - Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha: Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se ? Who is the writer of the book - Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha: Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se ?
Explanation:Surendra Verma, the well-known Hindi scholar and playwright, has been selected for Vyas Samman 2016 for his novel Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha: Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se. Surendra Verma, the well-known Hindi scholar and playwright, has been selected for Vyas Samman 2016 for his novel Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha: Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se.
- Question 158: Which country is at no. 1 in 2017 Economic Freedom Index (EFI)? Which country is at no. 1 in 2017 Economic Freedom Index (EFI)?
Explanation:India has been ranked 143rd in the 2017 Economic Freedom Index (EFI). The annual index was released by a conservative US political think tank the Heritage Foundation. India has been ranked 143rd in the 2017 Economic Freedom Index (EFI). The annual index was released by a conservative US political think tank the Heritage Foundation.
- Question 159: ___ is hosting India’s first sport theme literary festival SporTale?___ is hosting India’s first sport theme literary festival SporTale?
Explanation: The two days event will feature approx 38 luminaries from the field of sports, media, cinema, books and photography. The two days event will feature approx 38 luminaries from the field of sports, media, cinema, books and photography.
- Question 160: Name India's new High Commissioner to Canada?Name India's new High Commissioner to Canada?
Explanation:Vikas Swarup, an officer of the Indian Foreign Service batch of 1986, has been appointed as new High Commissioner of India to Canada.
He is famous for penning down the novel Q & A, adapted in film as Slumdog Millionaire.Vikas Swarup, an officer of the Indian Foreign Service batch of 1986, has been appointed as new High Commissioner of India to Canada.
He is famous for penning down the novel Q & A, adapted in film as Slumdog Millionaire.
- Question 161: Who is the writer of the book - Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl ? Who is the writer of the book - Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl ?
Explanation:It’s about actress achievement as a politician apart from her sojourn as an actor, danseuse and filmmaker. It will offer a new perspective on Bollywood’s first female superstar.It’s about actress achievement as a politician apart from her sojourn as an actor, danseuse and filmmaker. It will offer a new perspective on Bollywood’s first female superstar.
- Question 162: Achanta Sharath Kamal is related with... ? Achanta Sharath Kamal is related with... ?
Explanation: India's ace paddler Achanta Sharath Kamal has entered the semi-finals of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Tour India Open tournament. In the quarterfinal in New Delhi today, he defeated his Commonwealth rival Paul Drinkhall of England by four games to three.
India's ace paddler Achanta Sharath Kamal has entered the semi-finals of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Tour India Open tournament. In the quarterfinal in New Delhi today, he defeated his Commonwealth rival Paul Drinkhall of England by four games to three.
- Question 163: What is the name of Indian Navy Inducts First All-women Global Circumnavigation Vessel ?
What is the name of Indian Navy Inducts First All-women Global Circumnavigation Vessel ?
Explanation:The Indian Navy's second sailboat Tarini was inducted into service.
The vessel is slated to be the platform for the first Indian all-women global circumnavigation by the Indian Navy to begin in August.The Indian Navy's second sailboat Tarini was inducted into service.
The vessel is slated to be the platform for the first Indian all-women global circumnavigation by the Indian Navy to begin in August.
- Question 164: ___ has announced 100-year plan to finish building first city on Mars by 2117 ?
___ has announced 100-year plan to finish building first city on Mars by 2117 ?
Explanation:The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will build the first city on the Red Planet as part of the 2117 Mars project in collaboration with specialised international organisations and scientific institutes.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will build the first city on the Red Planet as part of the 2117 Mars project in collaboration with specialised international organisations and scientific institutes.
- Question 165: ___ has won National MSME Excellence Award 2017 ?
___ has won National MSME Excellence Award 2017 ?
Explanation:Corporation Bank has been awarded once again National MSME Excellence Award 2017 organized by the Federation of Industry, Trade and Services (FITS).
Corporation Bank has been awarded once again National MSME Excellence Award 2017 organized by the Federation of Industry, Trade and Services (FITS).
- Question 166: India's vaccine regulatory body NRAI has got highest ___ ratings ?
India's vaccine regulatory body NRAI has got highest ___ ratings ?
Explanation: The assessment has been done in respect of 9 different functionalities and Indian NRA has been declared 'functional' with a maturity level of 4 which is the highest level as per currently evolved definitions in respect of 5 functions, and maturity level 3 in respect of 4 functions
The assessment has been done in respect of 9 different functionalities and Indian NRA has been declared 'functional' with a maturity level of 4 which is the highest level as per currently evolved definitions in respect of 5 functions, and maturity level 3 in respect of 4 functions
- Question 167: Which of these has acquired Indian firm MobiSwipe ?Which of these has acquired Indian firm MobiSwipe ?
Explanation:UAE based merchant solutions provider OMA Emirates has entered into Indian market with the acquisition of mobile point of sale (mPOS) firm MobiSwipe.
UAE based merchant solutions provider OMA Emirates has entered into Indian market with the acquisition of mobile point of sale (mPOS) firm MobiSwipe.
- Question 168: ___ launched a new communication radio for the Indian armed forces, called STARS-V Mk III ?___ launched a new communication radio for the Indian armed forces, called STARS-V Mk III ?
Explanation:The radio is completely designed, developed and made in the company. It is a multi brand, high data rate, software intensive IP radio with mobile ad hoc networking (MANET) functions supporting up to 64 notes.
The radio is completely designed, developed and made in the company. It is a multi brand, high data rate, software intensive IP radio with mobile ad hoc networking (MANET) functions supporting up to 64 notes.
- Question 169: ___ has tied up with Greenply to offer financial services to the dealers ?
___ has tied up with Greenply to offer financial services to the dealers ?
Explanation: State Bank of India has announced a tie-up with Greenply Industries to grow a channel financing business. Forging a business partnership is rather routine, though this turns out to be special as a bargain allows SBI to take nonetheless another step in flourishing a digital banking footprint.
State Bank of India has announced a tie-up with Greenply Industries to grow a channel financing business. Forging a business partnership is rather routine, though this turns out to be special as a bargain allows SBI to take nonetheless another step in flourishing a digital banking footprint.
- Question 170: ___ is hosting South Asian Speakers Summit ?
___ is hosting South Asian Speakers Summit ?
Explanation:Speakers of six countries will deliberate on ways to achieve sustainable development goals during a two-day South Asian Speakers Summit. The summit will be attended by presiding officers and delegates from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Nepal.
Speakers of six countries will deliberate on ways to achieve sustainable development goals during a two-day South Asian Speakers Summit. The summit will be attended by presiding officers and delegates from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Nepal.
- Question 171: Reserve Bank permitted multilateral financial institutions to invest in rupee denominated bonds popularly known as ___ issued by Indian entities? Reserve Bank permitted multilateral financial institutions to invest in rupee denominated bonds popularly known as ___ issued by Indian entities?
Explanation:In order to provide more choices of investors to Indian entities issuing rupee denominated bonds abroad, it has been decided to also permit multilateral and regional financial institutions where India is a member country, to invest in these rupee denominated bonds
In order to provide more choices of investors to Indian entities issuing rupee denominated bonds abroad, it has been decided to also permit multilateral and regional financial institutions where India is a member country, to invest in these rupee denominated bonds
- Question 172: Where is India’s only volcano located ?
Where is India’s only volcano located ?
Explanation: The country’s only active volcano located in the remotest Barren Island in Andaman has begun spewing smoke and lava again.
A team of scientists led by Dr Abhay V Mudholkar from National Institute of Oceanography, Goa, reported that the volcano is active. The country’s only active volcano located in the remotest Barren Island in Andaman has begun spewing smoke and lava again.
A team of scientists led by Dr Abhay V Mudholkar from National Institute of Oceanography, Goa, reported that the volcano is active.
- Question 173: Name the first foreign airline that has started flights from Srinagar airport ?
Name the first foreign airline that has started flights from Srinagar airport ?
Explanation:AirAsia became the first foreign airline ever to start its operations from Srinagar international airport in Jammu and Kashmir. To begin with, AirAsia, a Malaysian low-cost airline, will operate one flight daily between Delhi and Srinagar.
AirAsia became the first foreign airline ever to start its operations from Srinagar international airport in Jammu and Kashmir. To begin with, AirAsia, a Malaysian low-cost airline, will operate one flight daily between Delhi and Srinagar.
- Question 174: When did Arunachal Pradesh attain its statehood ?When did Arunachal Pradesh attain its statehood ?
Explanation: Arunachal Pradesh celebrated its 31st Statehood Day on Feb. 20. The state attained its statehood in 1987 on this day. Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, who was the Chief guest of the event in Itanagar, declared the 4-day celebration open.
Arunachal Pradesh celebrated its 31st Statehood Day on Feb. 20. The state attained its statehood in 1987 on this day. Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh, who was the Chief guest of the event in Itanagar, declared the 4-day celebration open.
- Question 175: Which of these IPL team has bought Ben Stokes for Rs 14.5 crore ?Which of these IPL team has bought Ben Stokes for Rs 14.5 crore ?
Explanation: Around 350 players are being auctioned for the upcoming Indian Premier League Cricket in Bengaluru today. England all rounder Ben Stokes has emerged the biggest of purchases at the first round of the players auction, going to Rising Pune Supergiants for a whopping 14.50 crore rupees after an intense bidding war.
Around 350 players are being auctioned for the upcoming Indian Premier League Cricket in Bengaluru today. England all rounder Ben Stokes has emerged the biggest of purchases at the first round of the players auction, going to Rising Pune Supergiants for a whopping 14.50 crore rupees after an intense bidding war.
- Question 176: Who is the writer of the book - Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se ? Who is the writer of the book - Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se ?
Explanation:Renowned Hindi litterateur and playwright Surendra Verma has been selected for 2016 Vyas Samman for his novel Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se.
Renowned Hindi litterateur and playwright Surendra Verma has been selected for 2016 Vyas Samman for his novel Kaatna Shami Ka Vriksha Padma Pankhuri Ki Dhar Se.
- Question 177: ___ is hosting ASEAN India Digital connectivity summit ? ___ is hosting ASEAN India Digital connectivity summit ?
Explanation:During the two-day summit, delegates from over 30 countries will explore areas of co-operation in the area of telecommunication and network technology.
The summit is intended to ensure a forum for India's MSME sector to meet qualified buyers from ASEAN countries for business opportunities.
During the two-day summit, delegates from over 30 countries will explore areas of co-operation in the area of telecommunication and network technology.
The summit is intended to ensure a forum for India's MSME sector to meet qualified buyers from ASEAN countries for business opportunities.
- Question 178: ___ is hosting ICC Women's World Cup Qualifiers 2017 ?___ is hosting ICC Women's World Cup Qualifiers 2017 ?
Explanation: In Women's Cricket, India will clash with South Africa today in the Final of ICC Qualifying tournament in Colombo. Both teams have already booked their berths in this year's ICC World Cup.
In Women's Cricket, India will clash with South Africa today in the Final of ICC Qualifying tournament in Colombo. Both teams have already booked their berths in this year's ICC World Cup.
- Question 179: Who is the director of the movie - Newton ? Who is the director of the movie - Newton ?
Explanation: Produced by Manish Mundra, Newton is a black comedy in which Rajkummar plays a clerk on election duty in a conflict-ridden Chhattisgarh, trying his best to conduct free and fair voting.
Produced by Manish Mundra, Newton is a black comedy in which Rajkummar plays a clerk on election duty in a conflict-ridden Chhattisgarh, trying his best to conduct free and fair voting.
- Question 180: Akhil Kumar is related with... ? Akhil Kumar is related with... ?
Explanation:Melbourne Commonwealth Games gold medalist boxer Akhil Kumar and Olympian Jitender Kumar have confirmed turning professional after signing a multi-year deal with IOS Boxing, the company which has been managing Vijender Singh's pro-boxing career.Melbourne Commonwealth Games gold medalist boxer Akhil Kumar and Olympian Jitender Kumar have confirmed turning professional after signing a multi-year deal with IOS Boxing, the company which has been managing Vijender Singh's pro-boxing career.
- Question 181: ___ has launched mobile wallet Batuaa ?
___ has launched mobile wallet Batuaa ?
Explanation:On the occasion of its 75th Foundation Day, Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) has come up with several digital offerings including launch of mobile wallet Oriental Batuaa.
On the occasion of its 75th Foundation Day, Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) has come up with several digital offerings including launch of mobile wallet Oriental Batuaa.
- Question 182: Dronavalli Harika is related with... ?Dronavalli Harika is related with... ?
Explanation: Indian Grandmaster Dronavalli Harika has made it to the quarterfinals of World Women's Chess Championships. She made the grade after defeating Sopiko Guramishvili of Georgia by Three and-a-half points, to two-and-a-half points in the second set of tie-break games in Tehran. In her quarterfinal, Harika will clash with Nana Dzagnidze of Georgia.
Indian Grandmaster Dronavalli Harika has made it to the quarterfinals of World Women's Chess Championships. She made the grade after defeating Sopiko Guramishvili of Georgia by Three and-a-half points, to two-and-a-half points in the second set of tie-break games in Tehran. In her quarterfinal, Harika will clash with Nana Dzagnidze of Georgia.
- Question 183: SAATHIYA Resource Kit including Saathiya Salah Mobile App have been launched by... ? SAATHIYA Resource Kit including Saathiya Salah Mobile App have been launched by... ?
Explanation: One of the key interventions under the programme is introduction of the Peer Educators (Saathiyas) who act as a catalyst for generating demand for the adolescent health services and imparting age appropriate knowledge on key adolescent health issues to their peer groups. One of the key interventions under the programme is introduction of the Peer Educators (Saathiyas) who act as a catalyst for generating demand for the adolescent health services and imparting age appropriate knowledge on key adolescent health issues to their peer groups.
- Question 184: ___ has prohibited sale of processed, flavoured tobacco & nicotine products for 1 year ? ___ has prohibited sale of processed, flavoured tobacco & nicotine products for 1 year ?
Explanation: Punjab Government has banned the manufacture, storage, sale or distribution of gutkha, pan masala, processed/flavoured/scented chewing tobacco and any other food products containing tobacco or nicotine as ingredients for a period of one year.
Punjab Government has banned the manufacture, storage, sale or distribution of gutkha, pan masala, processed/flavoured/scented chewing tobacco and any other food products containing tobacco or nicotine as ingredients for a period of one year.
- Question 185: Who is the new Chief Minister of Nagaland ? Who is the new Chief Minister of Nagaland ?
Explanation:Shurhozelie Liezitsu has been sworn-in as the 17th Chief Minister of Nagaland. The 81-year old Naga People's Front party President was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Governor PB Acharya at a ceremony in Kohima today. He succeeded TR Zeliang, who resigned as the Chief Minister following widespread protests over reservation to women in local body elections. 10 other members of the Council also took oath.Shurhozelie Liezitsu has been sworn-in as the 17th Chief Minister of Nagaland. The 81-year old Naga People's Front party President was administered the oath of office and secrecy by Governor PB Acharya at a ceremony in Kohima today. He succeeded TR Zeliang, who resigned as the Chief Minister following widespread protests over reservation to women in local body elections. 10 other members of the Council also took oath.
- Question 186: Outreach programme on Goods and Services Tax recently held at.... ? Outreach programme on Goods and Services Tax recently held at.... ?
Explanation: For benefits of businessmen and trading community, an Outreach programme on Goods and Services Tax was organized by Central Excise, Custom and Service Tax today at U Soso Tham Auditorium in Shillong.
The aim of the programme is to sensitize businessmen on the new tax legislation called the “Goods and Services Tax” to be implement across the country soon.
For benefits of businessmen and trading community, an Outreach programme on Goods and Services Tax was organized by Central Excise, Custom and Service Tax today at U Soso Tham Auditorium in Shillong.
The aim of the programme is to sensitize businessmen on the new tax legislation called the “Goods and Services Tax” to be implement across the country soon.
- Question 187: A government survey has revealed that ___ per cent of the drugs have been found to be substandard ?A government survey has revealed that ___ per cent of the drugs have been found to be substandard ?
Explanation:A government survey today revealed that 3.16 per cent of the drugs have been found to be substandard. The survey conducted by the Health Ministry to determine quality of drugs also found 0.025 per cent of the drugs as spurious.
A government survey today revealed that 3.16 per cent of the drugs have been found to be substandard. The survey conducted by the Health Ministry to determine quality of drugs also found 0.025 per cent of the drugs as spurious.
- Question 188: The Union Cabinet has decided to enhance solar power capacity from 20,000 Mega Watt to ___ Mega Watt ?The Union Cabinet has decided to enhance solar power capacity from 20,000 Mega Watt to ___ Mega Watt ?
Explanation:The Union Cabinet has decided to enhance solar power capacity from 20,000 Mega Watt to 40,000 Mega Watt for development of solar parks and ultra mega solar power projects.The Union Cabinet has decided to enhance solar power capacity from 20,000 Mega Watt to 40,000 Mega Watt for development of solar parks and ultra mega solar power projects.
- Question 189: What is the name of desktop security solution that controls the usage of removable storage media? What is the name of desktop security solution that controls the usage of removable storage media?
Explanation:With an aim to promote cyber security, the government has launched a malware analysis centre called the Cyber Swachhta Kendra (CSK).With an aim to promote cyber security, the government has launched a malware analysis centre called the Cyber Swachhta Kendra (CSK).
- Question 190: ___ has tied up with Dish TV for digital payments?___ has tied up with Dish TV for digital payments?
Explanation:This alliance with ICICI Bank through UPI will drive higher customer adoption and allow them to be a part of the digital economy. This will also aid our vastly spread customers with or without Internet access to recharge conveniently. This alliance with ICICI Bank through UPI will drive higher customer adoption and allow them to be a part of the digital economy. This will also aid our vastly spread customers with or without Internet access to recharge conveniently.
- Question 191: Name the new chairman of Tata Sons ? Name the new chairman of Tata Sons ?
Explanation: Natarajan Chandrasekaran is the CEO and managing director of Tata Consultancy Services. Chandrasekaran took over as the CEO of TCS on October 6, 2009 prior to which he was COO and executive director of TCS. Natarajan Chandrasekaran is the CEO and managing director of Tata Consultancy Services. Chandrasekaran took over as the CEO of TCS on October 6, 2009 prior to which he was COO and executive director of TCS.
- Question 192: Recently, shoot-at-sight order has been issued at .... national park? Recently, shoot-at-sight order has been issued at .... national park?
Explanation: In Uttrakhand Corbett Tiger Reserve authorities issued shoot-at-sight orders for anyone caught poaching in the tiger reserve. The step follows reports of increased movement of poachers on the park’s most sensitive southern border.
In Uttrakhand Corbett Tiger Reserve authorities issued shoot-at-sight orders for anyone caught poaching in the tiger reserve. The step follows reports of increased movement of poachers on the park’s most sensitive southern border.
- Question 193: Which of these has said that Over 5 crore Indians suffer from depression in 2015 ?Which of these has said that Over 5 crore Indians suffer from depression in 2015 ?
Explanation:A World Health Organisation (WHO) study said, that over five crore Indians have suffered from depression in year 2015. The WHO in its new global health estimates on depression for 2015 said, while over five crore Indians suffered from depression, over three crore others suffered from anxiety disorders.
A World Health Organisation (WHO) study said, that over five crore Indians have suffered from depression in year 2015. The WHO in its new global health estimates on depression for 2015 said, while over five crore Indians suffered from depression, over three crore others suffered from anxiety disorders.
- Question 194: Warship INS ___ has been restored to upright position ?
Warship INS ___ has been restored to upright position ?
Explanation: Indian Navy’s frigate INS Betwa has been restored to an upright position; more than two months after it had slipped off her dock blocks at Mumbai’s Naval Dockyard. INS Betwa, a Brahmaputra -class guided missile frigate had tipped over at Mumbai’s Naval Dockyard in December last year killing two jawans.
Indian Navy’s frigate INS Betwa has been restored to an upright position; more than two months after it had slipped off her dock blocks at Mumbai’s Naval Dockyard. INS Betwa, a Brahmaputra -class guided missile frigate had tipped over at Mumbai’s Naval Dockyard in December last year killing two jawans.
- Question 195: 9th BRICS Summit to be held in .. ?
9th BRICS Summit to be held in .. ?
Explanation:The ninth BRICS Summit will be held in China's Xiamen city from September 3 to 5, State Councilor Yang Jiechi said. While addressing the First Sherpa Meeting of the summit in Nanjing, he said the theme of this year's event is 'BRICS: Stronger Partnership for a Brighter Future'.
President Xi Jinping hopes to work with other BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) leaders to ensure the meeting is a success, Yang was quoted as saying by the state-run Xinhua news agency.
The ninth BRICS Summit will be held in China's Xiamen city from September 3 to 5, State Councilor Yang Jiechi said. While addressing the First Sherpa Meeting of the summit in Nanjing, he said the theme of this year's event is 'BRICS: Stronger Partnership for a Brighter Future'.
President Xi Jinping hopes to work with other BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) leaders to ensure the meeting is a success, Yang was quoted as saying by the state-run Xinhua news agency.
- Question 196: Recently, PM Modi unveiled the 112-foot bust of Adiyogi or Lord Shiva at... ? Recently, PM Modi unveiled the 112-foot bust of Adiyogi or Lord Shiva at... ?
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Coimbatore today to unveil the 112-foot bust of 'Adiyogi' or Lord Shiva built by an NGO Isha Foundation.
According to the NGO in Celebration of the 112 methods that Lord Shiva offered towards self transformation the iconic 112-ft face of the first yogi will be consecrated.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Coimbatore today to unveil the 112-foot bust of 'Adiyogi' or Lord Shiva built by an NGO Isha Foundation.
According to the NGO in Celebration of the 112 methods that Lord Shiva offered towards self transformation the iconic 112-ft face of the first yogi will be consecrated.
- Question 197: Recently ___ has decided to cull 17,000 ducks as bird flu hits?
Recently ___ has decided to cull 17,000 ducks as bird flu hits?
Explanation: More than 17,000 ducks will be culled in Spain after a highly contagious bird flu strain that has affected poultry throughout Europe was detected at a farm. Authorities said this in Barcelona today.
The virus found in Catalonia is H5N8, said Meritxell Serret, in charge of agriculture in the northeastern region- the same one that has seen hundreds of thousands of ducks and geese slaughtered in France's southwest. Up until now, the virus had only been detected in Spain in three wild animals.
More than 17,000 ducks will be culled in Spain after a highly contagious bird flu strain that has affected poultry throughout Europe was detected at a farm. Authorities said this in Barcelona today.
The virus found in Catalonia is H5N8, said Meritxell Serret, in charge of agriculture in the northeastern region- the same one that has seen hundreds of thousands of ducks and geese slaughtered in France's southwest. Up until now, the virus had only been detected in Spain in three wild animals.
- Question 198: ___ has predicted that India will be the fastest growing economy among G-20 countries clocking a 7.1 per cent growth in year 2017 ?
___ has predicted that India will be the fastest growing economy among G-20 countries clocking a 7.1 per cent growth in year 2017 ?
Explanation: International rating agency Moody's Investors Service has predicted that India will be the fastest growing economy among G-20 countries clocking a 7.1 per cent growth in year 2017.
In the report titled 'Modest Acceleration in the Global Economy, Moody said, Indian economy will be the fastest growing among the G-20 nations, though it slowed down in the fourth quarter of 2016 because of the demonetisation.
International rating agency Moody's Investors Service has predicted that India will be the fastest growing economy among G-20 countries clocking a 7.1 per cent growth in year 2017.
In the report titled 'Modest Acceleration in the Global Economy, Moody said, Indian economy will be the fastest growing among the G-20 nations, though it slowed down in the fourth quarter of 2016 because of the demonetisation.
- Question 199: SBI will merge with associates from April 1 and it will have
SBI will merge with associates from April 1 and it will have
Explanation:With the merger of all the five associates, SBI is expected to become a lender of global proportions with an asset base of 37 lakh crore rupees, 22,500 branches and 58,000 ATMs. It will have over 50 crore customers.
With the merger of all the five associates, SBI is expected to become a lender of global proportions with an asset base of 37 lakh crore rupees, 22,500 branches and 58,000 ATMs. It will have over 50 crore customers.
- Question 200: John-John Dohmen is related with..?John-John Dohmen is related with..?
Explanation: Belgium's John-John Dohmen and Netherlands' Naomi Van were named as male and female Hockey Federation's Player of the Year award.
In an event hosted in Chandigarh today, the Olympic silver medallists Dohmen and Naomi were handed these awards. Great Britain's Olympic gold medallist Maddie Hinch won the Hockey Stars 2016 female Goalkeeper of the Year award.
Belgium's John-John Dohmen and Netherlands' Naomi Van were named as male and female Hockey Federation's Player of the Year award.
In an event hosted in Chandigarh today, the Olympic silver medallists Dohmen and Naomi were handed these awards. Great Britain's Olympic gold medallist Maddie Hinch won the Hockey Stars 2016 female Goalkeeper of the Year award.
- Question 201: 1st Gramin Khel Mahotsav will be held in...?1st Gramin Khel Mahotsav will be held in...?
Explanation:Sports Minister Vijay Goel today announced that 1st Gramin Khel Mahotsav will be held from 25th to 31st of next month in New Delhi. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi today, Goel said the games will be held in five sports disciplines Athletics, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Volley Ball and Wrestling. He said a need has been felt to deepen the sports culture among the rural youth.
Sports Minister Vijay Goel today announced that 1st Gramin Khel Mahotsav will be held from 25th to 31st of next month in New Delhi. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi today, Goel said the games will be held in five sports disciplines Athletics, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Volley Ball and Wrestling. He said a need has been felt to deepen the sports culture among the rural youth.
- Question 202: Naomi Van is related with...?Naomi Van is related with...?
Explanation: Belgium's John-John Dohmen and Netherlands' Naomi Van were named as male and female Hockey Federation's Player of the Year award.
While, Ireland's David Harte was crowned the best in the world for the second year in a row as he received the male Goalkeeper of the Year award. Belgium's Arthur Van Doren was named male Rising Star of the Year. Maria Granatto from Argentina picked up the female Rising Star of the Year.
Belgium's John-John Dohmen and Netherlands' Naomi Van were named as male and female Hockey Federation's Player of the Year award.
While, Ireland's David Harte was crowned the best in the world for the second year in a row as he received the male Goalkeeper of the Year award. Belgium's Arthur Van Doren was named male Rising Star of the Year. Maria Granatto from Argentina picked up the female Rising Star of the Year.
- Question 203: India’s first dedicated Heliport will be set up in ...? India’s first dedicated Heliport will be set up in ...?
Explanation: India’s first dedicated Heliport, built by Pawan Hans Helicopters Ltd (PHHL), will be inaugurated by the Union Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju at Rohini area of New Delhi on February 28, 2017. India’s first dedicated Heliport, built by Pawan Hans Helicopters Ltd (PHHL), will be inaugurated by the Union Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju at Rohini area of New Delhi on February 28, 2017.
- Question 204: ___ will host 2019 Combined World Cup for shooting?___ will host 2019 Combined World Cup for shooting?
Explanation: India will host the 2019 Combined World Cup for shooting, a qualifying event for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, which will further boost the country’s profile as a global shooting destination. India will host the 2019 Combined World Cup for shooting, a qualifying event for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, which will further boost the country’s profile as a global shooting destination.
- Question 205: ___ has launched nationwide military operation Radd-ul-Fasaad to eliminate terrorists?___ has launched nationwide military operation Radd-ul-Fasaad to eliminate terrorists?
Explanation: Pakistan army has recently launched nationwide military operation Radd ul Fasaad to eliminate terrorists and consolidate gains of its counter-terrorism operations. The purpose of the operation is to eliminate residual and latent threat of terrorism and to ensure the security of Pakistan’s borders. Pakistan army has recently launched nationwide military operation Radd ul Fasaad to eliminate terrorists and consolidate gains of its counter-terrorism operations. The purpose of the operation is to eliminate residual and latent threat of terrorism and to ensure the security of Pakistan’s borders.
- Question 206: Name the new chairman of Cauvery Water Dispute Tribunal (CWDT)?Name the new chairman of Cauvery Water Dispute Tribunal (CWDT)?
Explanation:Cauvery Water Dispute Tribunal was formed in 1990 to adjudicate the water dispute regarding the inter-state Cauvery river which has Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Puducherry as basin states. Cauvery Water Dispute Tribunal was formed in 1990 to adjudicate the water dispute regarding the inter-state Cauvery river which has Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Puducherry as basin states.
- Question 207: Arun-3 Hydro Electric Project is related with which country..?Arun-3 Hydro Electric Project is related with which country..?
Explanation:The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has recently approved investment proposal for generation component of Arun-3 Hydro Electric Project in Nepal by SJVN Limited to promote clean and green energy in India and the sub-continent.The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has recently approved investment proposal for generation component of Arun-3 Hydro Electric Project in Nepal by SJVN Limited to promote clean and green energy in India and the sub-continent.
- Question 208: Where is Sylhet city ? Where is Sylhet city ?
Explanation:India to provide financial assistance to Bangladesh for development of Sylhet city. India has agreed to provide financial assistance to Bangladesh for sustainable development of Sylhet, a north-eastern Bangladeshi city. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Indian High Commissioner Harsh Vardhan Shringla and Bangladesh's Economic Relations Division Additional Secretary Shah Md.
India to provide financial assistance to Bangladesh for development of Sylhet city. India has agreed to provide financial assistance to Bangladesh for sustainable development of Sylhet, a north-eastern Bangladeshi city. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Indian High Commissioner Harsh Vardhan Shringla and Bangladesh's Economic Relations Division Additional Secretary Shah Md.
- Question 209: Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion was established in the year ... ?Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion was established in the year ... ?
Explanation:Foreign direct investment in the country grew 18 per cent in 2016, to 46 billion dollars, according to data released by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion. Foreign direct investment in the country grew 18 per cent in 2016, to 46 billion dollars, according to data released by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion.
- Question 210: Dronavalli Harika is related with..? Dronavalli Harika is related with..?
Explanation: Indian Grandmaster Dronavalli Harika came out strongly in the rapid tiebreaker to enter the semi-finals of the World Women Chess Championship today. Harika was back to her best in the rapid games as she won the first game displaying some fantastic technique and then drew the second game to set up a semi-final clash against Tan Zhongyi of China.
Indian Grandmaster Dronavalli Harika came out strongly in the rapid tiebreaker to enter the semi-finals of the World Women Chess Championship today. Harika was back to her best in the rapid games as she won the first game displaying some fantastic technique and then drew the second game to set up a semi-final clash against Tan Zhongyi of China.
- Question 211: Who is the writer of the book: Feroze: the Forgotten Gandhi Who is the writer of the book: Feroze: the Forgotten Gandhi
Explanation: Mr. Falk, who began as a radio presenter at 12, is a seasoned follower of Indian politics and was previously noted in Europe thanks to his political interviews in India and for extending support to the research work of Katherine Frank’s reputed biography of Indira Gandhi.
Mr. Falk, who began as a radio presenter at 12, is a seasoned follower of Indian politics and was previously noted in Europe thanks to his political interviews in India and for extending support to the research work of Katherine Frank’s reputed biography of Indira Gandhi.
- Question 212: Govt to issue Sovereign Gold Bonds 2016-17 and The investors will be compensated at a fixed rate of __ per cent per annum ? Govt to issue Sovereign Gold Bonds 2016-17 and The investors will be compensated at a fixed rate of __ per cent per annum ?
Explanation: The bonds will be restricted for sale to resident Indian entities including individuals, Hindu Undivided Families, Trusts, Universities and Charitable Institutions. The bonds will be restricted for sale to resident Indian entities including individuals, Hindu Undivided Families, Trusts, Universities and Charitable Institutions.
- Question 213: Iran and ___ have agreed to jointly produce nuclear fuel ?
Iran and ___ have agreed to jointly produce nuclear fuel ?
Explanation: Iran's Atomic Energy Organization has said that Russia and Iran have reached an agreement to jointly produce nuclear fuel.
The Head of the Organisation Ali Akbar Salehi told the semi-official news agency, ISNA that a preliminary agreement with Russia on the joint production of nuclear fuel was reached during the nuclear negotiations between Iran and the major world powers in 2015.
Iran's Atomic Energy Organization has said that Russia and Iran have reached an agreement to jointly produce nuclear fuel.
The Head of the Organisation Ali Akbar Salehi told the semi-official news agency, ISNA that a preliminary agreement with Russia on the joint production of nuclear fuel was reached during the nuclear negotiations between Iran and the major world powers in 2015.
- Question 214: Limite Zero, a new zipline connects Spain and _______Limite Zero, a new zipline connects Spain and _______
Explanation:
- Question 215: Recently, Online payment of court fees has been introduced in ... ?
Recently, Online payment of court fees has been introduced in ... ?
Explanation: The High Court of Bombay at Goa has introduced online payment of court fees through e-payment gateway in coordination with the Goa Government and National Informatics Centre (NIC). The Goa Assembly had last year amended the Court Fees (Goa Amendment) Act, 2016 enabling e-payment of the court fees.
The High Court of Bombay at Goa has introduced online payment of court fees through e-payment gateway in coordination with the Goa Government and National Informatics Centre (NIC). The Goa Assembly had last year amended the Court Fees (Goa Amendment) Act, 2016 enabling e-payment of the court fees.
- Question 216: India’s first hill station bicycle only path has began in ...
India’s first hill station bicycle only path has began in ...
Explanation:Darjeeling has opened the country’s first hill station bicycle path, with views of the world’s highest mountains as cycling grows in popularity among Indians.
Darjeeling has opened the country’s first hill station bicycle path, with views of the world’s highest mountains as cycling grows in popularity among Indians.
- Question 217: ___ has tied up with IRCTC to launch railway booking facility ?
___ has tied up with IRCTC to launch railway booking facility ?
Explanation:Kolkata-based United Bank of India (UBI) has launched a railway ticket booking facility by having a direct tie-up IRCTC.
From now on Post the introduction of this facility, UBI customers can now book railway tickets seamlessly through IRCTC website using the bank’s debit card
Kolkata-based United Bank of India (UBI) has launched a railway ticket booking facility by having a direct tie-up IRCTC.
From now on Post the introduction of this facility, UBI customers can now book railway tickets seamlessly through IRCTC website using the bank’s debit card
- Question 218: ___ will represent Olympic Committee in Badminton World Federation ? ___ will represent Olympic Committee in Badminton World Federation ?
Explanation: Adding another feather in her cap, star shuttler Saina Nehwal, who was appointed a member of the International Olympic Committee's Athletes' Commission (AC) last year, would be representing the panel in the Badminton World Federation (BWF).
Adding another feather in her cap, star shuttler Saina Nehwal, who was appointed a member of the International Olympic Committee's Athletes' Commission (AC) last year, would be representing the panel in the Badminton World Federation (BWF).
- Question 219: ___ will launch a special campaign to fill vacant posts candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes. ? ___ will launch a special campaign to fill vacant posts candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes. ?
Explanation: Haryana Government will soon launch a special campaign to fill vacant posts in its various departments for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes.
Chief Secretary DS Dhesi said that he has directed that the process to clear the backlog to be initiated soon so that requisition letter could be sent to Haryana Staff Selection Commission to initiate special recruitment campaign.
Haryana Government will soon launch a special campaign to fill vacant posts in its various departments for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes.
Chief Secretary DS Dhesi said that he has directed that the process to clear the backlog to be initiated soon so that requisition letter could be sent to Haryana Staff Selection Commission to initiate special recruitment campaign.
- Question 220: Where is Mekedatu Dam ?Where is Mekedatu Dam ?
Explanation:Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has termed Tamil Nadu's objection to the proposed Mekedatu dam project across Cauvery river as politically motivated, and said the state government will go ahead with the project.
The Mekedatu Multipurpose drinking and power Project involves building a balancing reservoir with a capacity of about 66 thousand million cubic feet , near Kanakapura in Ramanagaram district.Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has termed Tamil Nadu's objection to the proposed Mekedatu dam project across Cauvery river as politically motivated, and said the state government will go ahead with the project.
The Mekedatu Multipurpose drinking and power Project involves building a balancing reservoir with a capacity of about 66 thousand million cubic feet , near Kanakapura in Ramanagaram district.
- Question 221: ___ and ___ have restored full military ties
___ and ___ have restored full military ties
Explanation: Australia and Indonesia have restored full military ties, after Indonesian military suspended cooperation in January because of insulting teaching material found at an Australian base.
Military cooperation between the two countries has ranged from joint training and counterterrorism cooperation to border protection. Indonesia and Australia have a history of patchy ties, but both leaders were keen today to emphasise their commitment to a strong relationship.
Australia and Indonesia have restored full military ties, after Indonesian military suspended cooperation in January because of insulting teaching material found at an Australian base.
Military cooperation between the two countries has ranged from joint training and counterterrorism cooperation to border protection. Indonesia and Australia have a history of patchy ties, but both leaders were keen today to emphasise their commitment to a strong relationship.
- Question 222: How much fund has been allocated to provide high-quality facilities to sportspersons ? How much fund has been allocated to provide high-quality facilities to sportspersons ?
Explanation:Centre would spend 350 crore rupees for providing high-quality facilities to sports persons and 200 trainers will be recruited soon in the Sports Authority of India.
2. The Central Government has also approved CSR fund with budget of about 6,500 crore rupees to involve companies in the promotion of sports and sports persons.
Centre would spend 350 crore rupees for providing high-quality facilities to sports persons and 200 trainers will be recruited soon in the Sports Authority of India.
2. The Central Government has also approved CSR fund with budget of about 6,500 crore rupees to involve companies in the promotion of sports and sports persons.
- Question 223: Recently, Medical project RAHAT has been launched in ... ?
Recently, Medical project RAHAT has been launched in ... ?
Explanation:Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has inaugurated a medical project Rajasthan Heart Attack Treatment programme (RAHAT), launched by a private hospital.
The programme is a ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI), a very serious type of heart attack, management telemedicines platform that captures and transmits patient's EKG along with clinical history from remote geographical locations to heart command center hub.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has inaugurated a medical project Rajasthan Heart Attack Treatment programme (RAHAT), launched by a private hospital.
The programme is a ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI), a very serious type of heart attack, management telemedicines platform that captures and transmits patient's EKG along with clinical history from remote geographical locations to heart command center hub.
- Question 224: ___ is in the top three IT services brands globally ?
___ is in the top three IT services brands globally ?
Explanation:Tata Consultancy Services has entered into the list of Top 3 most valuable brands in the IT services industry by Brand Finance, the leading global brand valuation firm.
Tata Consultancy Services has entered into the list of Top 3 most valuable brands in the IT services industry by Brand Finance, the leading global brand valuation firm.
- Question 225: ___ new fuel-efficient Airbus A320 Neo has started ?
___ new fuel-efficient Airbus A320 Neo has started ?
Explanation: Government-run Air India has put into operation its newly-leased Airbus A320 Neo with its maiden flight arriving in Chennai from New Delhi.
Government-run Air India has put into operation its newly-leased Airbus A320 Neo with its maiden flight arriving in Chennai from New Delhi.
- Question 226: Heena Sidhu is related with which sport? Heena Sidhu is related with which sport?
Explanation: Jitu Rai and Heena Sidhu HAVE bagged gold for India in 10m pistol mixed team event at the Shooting World Cup in New Delhi.
Jitu Rai and Heena Sidhu HAVE bagged gold for India in 10m pistol mixed team event at the Shooting World Cup in New Delhi.
- Question 227: In the 89th Oscar Academy Awards ___ has won the best picture award? In the 89th Oscar Academy Awards ___ has won the best picture award?
Explanation: The showbiz fairy tale "La La Land" has won leading six awards at the 89th Oscar Academy Awards. "La La Land" won awards for best actress Emma Stone, its jazz-infused songs and its Director, Damien Chazelle. The coming-of-age drama "Moonlight" won the best picture award. The showbiz fairy tale "La La Land" has won leading six awards at the 89th Oscar Academy Awards. "La La Land" won awards for best actress Emma Stone, its jazz-infused songs and its Director, Damien Chazelle. The coming-of-age drama "Moonlight" won the best picture award.
- Question 228: India’s first Antyodaya Express will run between .... ? India’s first Antyodaya Express will run between .... ?
Explanation: Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has launched the country’s first Antyodaya Express between Ernakulam and Howrah. The train service was inaugurated by the Railways Minister via video conferencing in New Delhi yesterday.
Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu has launched the country’s first Antyodaya Express between Ernakulam and Howrah. The train service was inaugurated by the Railways Minister via video conferencing in New Delhi yesterday.
- Question 229: The Urban Development Ministry has proposed a six-fold increase in reform incentive fund to over ___ crore rupees annually over the next three yearsThe Urban Development Ministry has proposed a six-fold increase in reform incentive fund to over ___ crore rupees annually over the next three years
Explanation: The Urban Development Ministry has proposed a six-fold increase in reform incentive fund to over 3,000 crore rupees annually over the next three years to push implementation of various schemes in urban sector.
The Urban Development Ministry has proposed a six-fold increase in reform incentive fund to over 3,000 crore rupees annually over the next three years to push implementation of various schemes in urban sector.
- Question 230: ____ has been appointed as the new spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs ? ____ has been appointed as the new spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs ?
Explanation: He The 1992-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service, Mr Baglay earlier headed the division of the MEA dealing with Pakistan.
He has also served as the Deputy High Commissioner to Islamabad. Mr Baglay replaced Vikas Swarup, who is headed to Canada as envoy.
He The 1992-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service, Mr Baglay earlier headed the division of the MEA dealing with Pakistan.
He has also served as the Deputy High Commissioner to Islamabad. Mr Baglay replaced Vikas Swarup, who is headed to Canada as envoy.