Weekly Current Affairs Revision Quiz – Set 1
This is a Weekly Current Affairs Revision Test Series, based on Current Affairs from March 01 to 07, 2021. The revision series will be helpful for all upcoming exams. Attempt our revision quiz which consists of 50 Questions.
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Question 1 of 50
1. Question
1 pointsThe Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched 19 satellites in its first lift-off for the year 2021. The launch consisted of Amazonia-1 satellite as its primary passenger. The satellite is owned by which country?
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) undertook the first launch of the year 2021, with 19 satellites, which included 637-kg Amazonia-1 satellite of Brazil as its primary passenger and 18 other co-passenger satellites.
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) undertook the first launch of the year 2021, with 19 satellites, which included 637-kg Amazonia-1 satellite of Brazil as its primary passenger and 18 other co-passenger satellites.
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Question 2 of 50
2. Question
1 pointsIn 2021, the Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) observed 45th Civil Accounts Day. When is the day commemorated annually in India?
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- The Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) observes the “Civil Accounts Day” every year on March 01, 2021, since its inception in 1976.
- The year 2021 marks the 45th Civil Accounts Day
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- The Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) observes the “Civil Accounts Day” every year on March 01, 2021, since its inception in 1976.
- The year 2021 marks the 45th Civil Accounts Day
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Question 3 of 50
3. Question
1 pointsThe Saras Aajeevika Mela 2021 has been organised at Noida Haat. Which ministry is responsible to organise this fair?
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- It has been organised by the Ministry of Rural Development, under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).
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- It has been organised by the Ministry of Rural Development, under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).
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Question 4 of 50
4. Question
1 pointsWhich country has recently launched the new satellite ‘Arktika-M’ to monitor the climate and environment of Arctic region?
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- The Russian space corporation Roscosmos successfully launched its first satellite to monitor the Arctic’s climate and environment.
- The satellite called “Arktika-M”, was launched on February 28, 2021, onboard Soyuz-2.1b carrier rocket, from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.
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- The Russian space corporation Roscosmos successfully launched its first satellite to monitor the Arctic’s climate and environment.
- The satellite called “Arktika-M”, was launched on February 28, 2021, onboard Soyuz-2.1b carrier rocket, from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.
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Question 5 of 50
5. Question
1 pointsThe second edition of Global Bio-India-2021 was organised virtually by the Ministry of Science & Technology . What was the theme of the event?
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- Theme 2021 – “Transforming lives” with the tag line “Biosciences to Bio-economy”.
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- Theme 2021 – “Transforming lives” with the tag line “Biosciences to Bio-economy”.
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Question 6 of 50
6. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following Payments Bank has been included in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, to get the status of scheduled commercial bank?
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- The Reserve Bank of India has included the Fino Payments Bank in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.
- This inclusion gives Fino Payments Bank, the status of scheduled commercial bank or simply scheduled banks.
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- The Reserve Bank of India has included the Fino Payments Bank in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.
- This inclusion gives Fino Payments Bank, the status of scheduled commercial bank or simply scheduled banks.
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Question 7 of 50
7. Question
1 pointsWho is the author of the book titled “Advantage India: The Story of Indian Tennis”?
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- The banker-turned-author Anindya Dutta has come out with his new book titled “Advantage India: The Story of Indian Tennis”, which is about the history of Indian tennis.
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- The banker-turned-author Anindya Dutta has come out with his new book titled “Advantage India: The Story of Indian Tennis”, which is about the history of Indian tennis.
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Question 8 of 50
8. Question
1 pointsVinesh Phogat recently defeated former world champion Vanesa Kaladzinskay to win gold at the XXIV Outstanding Ukrainian Wrestlers and Coaches Memorial tournament in 53kg category. Vanesa Kaladzinskay belongs to which country?
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Star Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat defeated 2017 world champion Vanesa Kaladzinskay of Belarus to win a gold medal at the XXIV Outstanding Ukrainian Wrestlers and Coaches Memorial tournament, held in Kiev on February 28, 2021. Haryana’s Bhiwani-based Vinesh won in in the 53kg bout with 10-8 lead.
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Star Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat defeated 2017 world champion Vanesa Kaladzinskay of Belarus to win a gold medal at the XXIV Outstanding Ukrainian Wrestlers and Coaches Memorial tournament, held in Kiev on February 28, 2021. Haryana’s Bhiwani-based Vinesh won in in the 53kg bout with 10-8 lead.
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Question 9 of 50
9. Question
1 pointsThe Indian Women’s League (IWL) 2020-21 will be held in which state?
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- Odisha has been chosen as the host for the forthcoming Hero Indian Women’s League (IWL) 2020-21 edition, by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). 2021 tournament will be the fifth edition of IWL
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- Odisha has been chosen as the host for the forthcoming Hero Indian Women’s League (IWL) 2020-21 edition, by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). 2021 tournament will be the fifth edition of IWL
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Question 10 of 50
10. Question
1 pointsThe Zero Discrimination Day is held every year on 1 March. What was the theme of the day in 2021?
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- Theme of Zero Discrimination Day 2021: “End Inequalities”
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- Theme of Zero Discrimination Day 2021: “End Inequalities”
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Question 11 of 50
11. Question
1 pointsThe Sugamya Bharat app is a crowd-sourcing mobile application, launched by which ministry?
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- Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot launched the “Sugamya Bharat App” on March 02, 2021, through video conference in New Delhi.
- The App has been developed by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) under Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
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- Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot launched the “Sugamya Bharat App” on March 02, 2021, through video conference in New Delhi.
- The App has been developed by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) under Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
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Question 12 of 50
12. Question
1 pointsThe UN recognised World Wildlife Day is observed on which day?
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The World Wildlife Day is observed every year on March 3 to celebrate and raise awareness about the world’s wild fauna and flora.
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The World Wildlife Day is observed every year on March 3 to celebrate and raise awareness about the world’s wild fauna and flora.
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Question 13 of 50
13. Question
1 pointsFor the first time ever, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has taken part in the annual multi-national warfare exercise named “Exercise Desert Flag-VI”. The naval exercise is organised by which country every year?
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- For the first time ever, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in Exercise Desert Flag-VI, which has been organised from March 03 to 27, 2021 at Al-Dhafra airbase, UAE.
- Ex Desert Flag is an annual multi-national large force employment warfare exercise hosted by the United Arab Emirates Air Force.
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- For the first time ever, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in Exercise Desert Flag-VI, which has been organised from March 03 to 27, 2021 at Al-Dhafra airbase, UAE.
- Ex Desert Flag is an annual multi-national large force employment warfare exercise hosted by the United Arab Emirates Air Force.
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Question 14 of 50
14. Question
1 pointsThe Indian Air Force participated in the Air Show of Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) in 2021 to mark the ________ anniversary celebration of SLAF
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) reached Colombo, to participate in the 70th-anniversary celebrations of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF). The IAF aerobatic display teams, namely Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) (fixed wing) and Sarang (rotary wing), along with Light Combat Aircraft Tejas will participate in the air show.
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) reached Colombo, to participate in the 70th-anniversary celebrations of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF). The IAF aerobatic display teams, namely Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) (fixed wing) and Sarang (rotary wing), along with Light Combat Aircraft Tejas will participate in the air show.
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Question 15 of 50
15. Question
1 pointsWhat is the theme of World Wildlife Day 2021?
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- Theme 2021: “Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet”.
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- Theme 2021: “Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet”.
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Question 16 of 50
16. Question
1 pointsWhich among the following days is marked on March 3rd every year by the World Health Organisation (WHO)?
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- World Hearing Day is held on 3 March each year by World Health Organisation (WHO).
- Theme of World Hearing Day 2021: Hearing care for ALL!: Screen. Rehabilitate. Communicate.
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- World Hearing Day is held on 3 March each year by World Health Organisation (WHO).
- Theme of World Hearing Day 2021: Hearing care for ALL!: Screen. Rehabilitate. Communicate.
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Question 17 of 50
17. Question
1 pointsThe Government of India has recently made amendments in which of these Insurance Ombudsman Rules, for better resolution of policyholders’ complaints?
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The Government of India has notified comprehensive amendments to the Insurance Ombudsman Rules, 2017, for better resolution of policyholders’ complaints regarding insurance service deficiencies, in a timely, cost-effective and impartial manner.
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The Government of India has notified comprehensive amendments to the Insurance Ombudsman Rules, 2017, for better resolution of policyholders’ complaints regarding insurance service deficiencies, in a timely, cost-effective and impartial manner.
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Question 18 of 50
18. Question
1 pointsThe Aries-Devasthal Faint Object Spectrograph & Camera (ADFOSC) is India’s first indigenously made spectroscope and also the largest of its kind among the existing astronomical spectrographs in the country. The spectroscope has been commissioned in which city?
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- Indian Scientists at Aryabhatta Research Institute of observational sciences (ARIES), Nainital, have indigenously designed and developed a low-cost optical Spectrograph named as Aries-Devasthal Faint Object Spectrograph & Camera (ADFOSC).
- It has been commissioned on the 3.6-m Devasthal Optical Telescope (DOT), in Nainital district of Uttarakhand.
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- Indian Scientists at Aryabhatta Research Institute of observational sciences (ARIES), Nainital, have indigenously designed and developed a low-cost optical Spectrograph named as Aries-Devasthal Faint Object Spectrograph & Camera (ADFOSC).
- It has been commissioned on the 3.6-m Devasthal Optical Telescope (DOT), in Nainital district of Uttarakhand.
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Question 19 of 50
19. Question
1 pointsRIL Chief Mukesh Ambani is ranked eighth on the Hurun Global Rich List 2021 with the total net worth of Rs 6.09 lakh crore. Who has topped the list?
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- The 10th Edition of Hurun Global Rich List 2021 was released on March 02, 2021, which ranked 3228 billionaires from 2,402 companies and 68 countries.
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- The 10th Edition of Hurun Global Rich List 2021 was released on March 02, 2021, which ranked 3228 billionaires from 2,402 companies and 68 countries.
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Question 20 of 50
20. Question
1 pointsMatam Venkata Rao has recently been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of which bank?
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Central Bank of India
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Central Bank of India
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Question 21 of 50
21. Question
1 pointsWho has been appointed as the interim Director General (DG) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)?
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Centre has appointed IPS officer Kuldiep Singh to hold additional charge as the Director General (DG) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), with effect from March 01, 2021
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Centre has appointed IPS officer Kuldiep Singh to hold additional charge as the Director General (DG) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), with effect from March 01, 2021
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Question 22 of 50
22. Question
1 pointsWhich team has won the 2020-21 Indian Super League (ISL) Winners Shield?
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- The football club Mumbai City FC defeated ATK Mohun Bagan 2-0 in the final league game to clinch the 2020-21 Indian Super League (ISL) Winners Shield.
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- The football club Mumbai City FC defeated ATK Mohun Bagan 2-0 in the final league game to clinch the 2020-21 Indian Super League (ISL) Winners Shield.
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Question 23 of 50
23. Question
1 pointsWhich day is celebrated as National Safety Day in India?
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- The National Safety Day (NSD) is celebrated every year on March 4 by National Safety Council (NSC) of India. In 2021, we are observing the 50th NSD.
- The National Safety Day Theme 2021 is “Sadak Suraksha (Road Safety)”.
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- The National Safety Day (NSD) is celebrated every year on March 4 by National Safety Council (NSC) of India. In 2021, we are observing the 50th NSD.
- The National Safety Day Theme 2021 is “Sadak Suraksha (Road Safety)”.
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Question 24 of 50
24. Question
1 pointsThe National Security Day is held every year on which day?
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- In India, March 4 is celebrated as National Security Day (Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas) every year, in the honor of the Indian Security Forces.
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- In India, March 4 is celebrated as National Security Day (Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas) every year, in the honor of the Indian Security Forces.
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Question 25 of 50
25. Question
1 pointsWhich University has topped the QS World University Rankings 2021?
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The 11th edition of the QS World University Rankings was released on March 04, 2021.
The QS World University Rankings 2021 ranks the top 1,000 universities from around the world, covering 80 different locations. There are 47 new entrants in the list.The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), United States has retained its top position as the best university for the ninth year in a row.Incorrect
The 11th edition of the QS World University Rankings was released on March 04, 2021.
The QS World University Rankings 2021 ranks the top 1,000 universities from around the world, covering 80 different locations. There are 47 new entrants in the list.The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), United States has retained its top position as the best university for the ninth year in a row. -
Question 26 of 50
26. Question
1 pointsAs proposed by India, which year has been adopted by UNGA to be observed as International Year of Millets?
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On March 03, 2021, the 193-member United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) unanimously adopted the resolution, sponsored by India, declaring 2023 as the International Year of Millets.
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On March 03, 2021, the 193-member United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) unanimously adopted the resolution, sponsored by India, declaring 2023 as the International Year of Millets.
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Question 27 of 50
27. Question
1 pointsThe Udaipur Science Centre is a new centre developed by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM). It has been set up in which north-eastern state of India?
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The Udaipur Science Centre was inaugurated by Governor of Tripura Ramesh Bais at Udaipur, Tripura on February 28, 2021. It has been developed by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM).
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The Udaipur Science Centre was inaugurated by Governor of Tripura Ramesh Bais at Udaipur, Tripura on February 28, 2021. It has been developed by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM).
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Question 28 of 50
28. Question
1 pointsThe Starship prototype rocket “SN10 “ was successfully launched and tested by which organisation recently?
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SpaceX
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SpaceX
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Question 29 of 50
29. Question
1 pointsIndia has recently signed “procurement of defence material and equipment” agreement with Philippines, for the sale of BrahMos missile. The Missile has been launched by India in collaboration with which country?
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- The BrahMos missile is produced by an India-Russian joint venture “BrahMos Aerospace” and it can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft or from land platforms.
- It is the fastest supersonic cruise missile in the world.
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- The BrahMos missile is produced by an India-Russian joint venture “BrahMos Aerospace” and it can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft or from land platforms.
- It is the fastest supersonic cruise missile in the world.
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Question 30 of 50
30. Question
1 pointsWhich city has been adjudged as the top city in the Ease of Living Index 2020 in the Million+ category?
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- Bengaluru topped the Ease of Living Index 2020, released by Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Hardeep Singh Puri on March 04, 2021.
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- Bengaluru topped the Ease of Living Index 2020, released by Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Hardeep Singh Puri on March 04, 2021.
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Question 31 of 50
31. Question
1 pointsWorld Bank has planned to introduce a credit guarantee scheme to boost the rooftop solar programme in India for MSMEs. how much amount has been allocated to this scheme?
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- The World Bank is planning to introduce a $100-million credit guarantee scheme to boost the rooftop solar programme in India for MSMEs.
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- The World Bank is planning to introduce a $100-million credit guarantee scheme to boost the rooftop solar programme in India for MSMEs.
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Question 32 of 50
32. Question
1 pointsWho has been appointed as the Chairperson of the International Boxing Association’s (AIBA) Champions and Veterans Committee?
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- Six-time world champion boxer Mary Kom has been appointed as the Chairperson of the International Boxing Association’s (AIBA) Champions and Veterans Committee.
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- Six-time world champion boxer Mary Kom has been appointed as the Chairperson of the International Boxing Association’s (AIBA) Champions and Veterans Committee.
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Question 33 of 50
33. Question
1 pointsManpreet Vohra has been appointed as the India’s Ambassador to Australia recently. Prior to this he was the High Commissioner of India to which country?
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- Manpreet Vohra has been appointed as the High Commissioner of India to Australia.
- Vohra, a 1988 batch Indian Foreign Service Officer, is presently Ambassador of India to Mexico.
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- Manpreet Vohra has been appointed as the High Commissioner of India to Australia.
- Vohra, a 1988 batch Indian Foreign Service Officer, is presently Ambassador of India to Mexico.
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Question 34 of 50
34. Question
1 pointsThe Government of India celebrated the Chabahar Day recently on __________ in 2021
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India commemorated the ‘Chabahar Day’ on March 04, 2021 on the sidelines of the Maritime India Summit-2021 which was held from March 2-4, 2021.
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India commemorated the ‘Chabahar Day’ on March 04, 2021 on the sidelines of the Maritime India Summit-2021 which was held from March 2-4, 2021.
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Question 35 of 50
35. Question
1 pointsNPCI has launched the RuPay SoftPoS in collaboration with which company for merchants?
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National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and SBI Payments have partnered to launch “RuPay SoftPoS” for Indian merchants. RuPay SoftPoS will enable merchants to use their near-field communication (NFC)-enabled smartphones as point of sale (PoS) terminals and accept payment up to Rs 5,000 through a simple tap and pay mechanism.
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National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and SBI Payments have partnered to launch “RuPay SoftPoS” for Indian merchants. RuPay SoftPoS will enable merchants to use their near-field communication (NFC)-enabled smartphones as point of sale (PoS) terminals and accept payment up to Rs 5,000 through a simple tap and pay mechanism.
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Question 36 of 50
36. Question
1 pointsThe India-Sweden Virtual Summit was held on March 05, 2021 between PM Modi and his Sweden counterpart. Name the Prime Minister of Sweden?
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the virtual India-Sweden summit on March 05, 2021, with the Prime Minister of Sweden, Stefan Lofven.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the virtual India-Sweden summit on March 05, 2021, with the Prime Minister of Sweden, Stefan Lofven.
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Question 37 of 50
37. Question
1 pointsWhich team has won the highest medal in the Khelo India Winter National Games 2021?
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The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has topped the medals tally in the second edition of Khelo India Winter National Games.
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The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has topped the medals tally in the second edition of Khelo India Winter National Games.
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Question 38 of 50
38. Question
1 pointsWhich country has planned to develop the world’s first dedicated sanctuary for duck-billed mammal, Platypus?
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The Australian conservationists have unveiled their plan to build the world’s first refuge for the platypus, a duck-billed mammal, that are facing extinction due to climate change. The new facility will promote breeding and rehabilitation of these iconic creatures, which are native to Australia.
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The Australian conservationists have unveiled their plan to build the world’s first refuge for the platypus, a duck-billed mammal, that are facing extinction due to climate change. The new facility will promote breeding and rehabilitation of these iconic creatures, which are native to Australia.
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Question 39 of 50
39. Question
1 pointsIndia will be observing 75th year of Independence in which year?
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The 75 years of India’s Independence will be observed on 15 August 2022
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The 75 years of India’s Independence will be observed on 15 August 2022
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Question 40 of 50
40. Question
1 pointsThe Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) comes under the administrative control of which ministry?
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Employees’ Provident Fund is a statutory body established by the Employees’ Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 and is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Labour and Employment
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Employees’ Provident Fund is a statutory body established by the Employees’ Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 and is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Labour and Employment
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Question 41 of 50
41. Question
1 pointsYIELD is a online tool to enable retail investors direct access to the debt instruments to buy and sell bonds as well as debentures in the secondary market. Which company has launched this product?
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Axis Securities has launched a first-of-its-kind initiative called ‘YIELD’, that will allow retail investors direct access to the debt instruments, YIELD is an online platform to buy and sell bonds as well as debentures in the secondary market.
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Axis Securities has launched a first-of-its-kind initiative called ‘YIELD’, that will allow retail investors direct access to the debt instruments, YIELD is an online platform to buy and sell bonds as well as debentures in the secondary market.
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Question 42 of 50
42. Question
1 pointsName the Indian economist who has been appointed as the Assistant Secretary-General and Head of the New York Office of the UNEP
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Leading Indian economist Ligia Noronha has been appointed as the Assistant Secretary-General and Head of the New York Office of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
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Leading Indian economist Ligia Noronha has been appointed as the Assistant Secretary-General and Head of the New York Office of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
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Question 43 of 50
43. Question
1 pointsWhat is the rate of interest on Provident Fund deposits for the financial year 2020-21, as notified by EPFO recently?
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The board of Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has kept the interest rates on Provident Fund deposits for the financial year 2020-21 at 8.5 percent.The rate has been kept unchanged, as in 2019-20.
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The board of Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has kept the interest rates on Provident Fund deposits for the financial year 2020-21 at 8.5 percent.The rate has been kept unchanged, as in 2019-20.
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Question 44 of 50
44. Question
1 pointsTarun Bajaj has been appointed as the Revenue Secretary of India. He replaces whom, to assume the position on additional charge?
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Centre has given additional charge of the post of Revenue Secretary to the current Economic Affairs Secretary Tarun Bajaj. Bajaj, a 1988-batch Haryana-cadre IAS officer, replaces Finance Secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey, upon his superannuation on February 28, 2021.
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Centre has given additional charge of the post of Revenue Secretary to the current Economic Affairs Secretary Tarun Bajaj. Bajaj, a 1988-batch Haryana-cadre IAS officer, replaces Finance Secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey, upon his superannuation on February 28, 2021.
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Question 45 of 50
45. Question
1 pointsCentre has formed a 259-member high-level national committee, to frame the policies and guidelines for commemorating 75 years of India’s independence.Who is the head of this committee?
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The Government of India has set up a 259-member high-level national committee, to be headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to commemorate 75 years of India’s independence.
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The Government of India has set up a 259-member high-level national committee, to be headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to commemorate 75 years of India’s independence.
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Question 46 of 50
46. Question
1 pointsNaureen Hassan is an Indian origin financial services veteran, who has recently been elected as the first Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of __________
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Indian-origin Naureen Hassan has been appointed as the first Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the New York-based Federal Reserve Bank, by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.
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Indian-origin Naureen Hassan has been appointed as the first Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the New York-based Federal Reserve Bank, by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.
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Question 47 of 50
47. Question
1 pointsThe New Delhi World Book Fair 2021 has been organised on virtual platform due to COVID-19 pandemic. What is the theme of this edition?
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National Education Policy-2020
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National Education Policy-2020
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Question 48 of 50
48. Question
1 pointsM G George, was an Indian entrepreneur, who has passed recently. He was the Chairman of which company?
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M G George Muthoot, the Chairman and Whole Time Director of the Muthoot Group, has passed away. He was 71.
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M G George Muthoot, the Chairman and Whole Time Director of the Muthoot Group, has passed away. He was 71.
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Question 49 of 50
49. Question
1 pointsThe “Business Kisht Suraksha” is an insurance product launched by which company to protect the balance sheet of MFIs, financial institutions and banks in the event of a catastrophe or natural disaster?
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HDFC ERGO General Insurance has launched a product called “Business Kisht Suraksha”, to provide a unique cover to MFIs, financial institutions and banks in the event of a catastrophe or natural disaster.
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HDFC ERGO General Insurance has launched a product called “Business Kisht Suraksha”, to provide a unique cover to MFIs, financial institutions and banks in the event of a catastrophe or natural disaster.
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Question 50 of 50
50. Question
1 pointsHow many scholars have been awarded the Indian Science Research Fellowship (ISRF) 2021?
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Forty scholars from six countries have been awarded with Indian Science Research Fellowship (ISRF) 2021.
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Forty scholars from six countries have been awarded with Indian Science Research Fellowship (ISRF) 2021.