Current
affairs march part 2
1). Which Indian state is set to depute
‘Arogya Mitra’ at Primary health centres to inform people about government’s
health-related schemes?
Uttar Pradesh
2). What is the Current Account Deficit
(in terms of percentage of GDP) in the April to December of 2019-20, as per the
recent notification of the RBI?
1%
3). The Rajya Sabha passed ‘The Mineral
Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2020’, which proposes to commercialise the mining of
which mineral?
Coal
4). Which Indian institution is to infuse
Rs.7250 Cr into Yes Bank as per the reconstruction plan of the Reserve Bank of
India?
State Bank of India
5). The US Congress approved a resolution
to restrain President Donald Trump from attacking which country?
Iran
6). Indian Naval Ship (INS) Shardul
carried essential food and relief materials to be handed over to which
flood-hit country?
Madagascar
7). The World Athletics Council imposed a
USD 10 million fine on the Athletics Federation of which country, for doping
scandals?
Russia
8). What is the name of the indigenous
glucometer, which was developed with the assistance from Indian Council of
Medical (ICMR)?
SuCheck
9). Crime Multi Agency Centre (Cri-MAC),
which was seen in news, is associated with which organisation?
National Crime Records Bureau
10). Which is the first Indian airline to
partner with a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for setting up warehousing facility?
SpiceJet
11). Union Cabinet approved the RoDTEP
scheme, which is set to replace MEIS (Merchandise Export Incentive Scheme).
What does R stand for, in the new RoDTEP scheme?
Remission
12). As per the recent notification of the
Reserve Bank of India, what is the limit for Urban cooperative banks (UCBs), to
lend to a single borrower?
15%
of tier-I capital
13). The Government has declared face
masks and hand sanitizers as essential commodities by placing them under which
act?
The
Essential Commodities Act 1955
14). The Reserve Bank of India issued
guidelines for implementation of Ind AS by Non-banking financial companies
(NBFCs) and Asset reconstruction companies (ARCs). What does Ind AS stand for?
Indian Accounting Standards
15). In the Green Highways Project, what
percentage of the total project cost are spent for highway plantation and its
maintenance?
1%
16). As per the reconstruction scheme of
Yes Bank, what is the bank’s new authorised capital?
Rs. 6,200 crores
17). The government has invoked Epidemic
Disease Act to make the health advisories enforceable. When was the act
enacted?
1897
18). The ‘BhoomiRashi’ Portal, which was
sometimes seen in news, comes under which Union Ministry?
Ministry of the Road Transport and Highways
19). India has appealed against the
closure of Ambedkar House memorial. It is located in which country?
United Kingdom
20). Jaydev Unadkat is the captain of
which regional cricket team that won its maiden Ranji trophy?
Saurashtra cricket team
21). The flagship “Ganga Amantran Abhiyan”
programme is conducted by which organisation?
National Mission for Clean Ganga Ganga
22). Chameli Devi Jain Award is an annual
award presented to outstanding performers of which field?
Journalism
23). Which state cabinet recently passed
an ordinance which seeks to recover losses caused by damage to public property
from rioters?
Uttar Pradesh
24). In context with the new recruitment
system to be followed from 2021 for various government jobs, what does CET stand
for?
Common Eligibility Test
25). Sahitya Akademi award winner
Puthussery Ramachandran, who passed away recently, was a poet and scholar in
which language?
Malayalam
26). ‘Akshay Urja Portal’ is an initiative
of which Union Ministry?
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy
27). According to the Gender Social Norms
Index report, released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), how
many countries have achieved gender equality?
Zero
28). In the video conference held between
the leaders of SAARC member countries, which country proposed a “Covid-19
emergency fund”?
India
29). Who was appointed as the fourth
advisor to Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor G C Murmu?
Baseer Ahmed Khan
30). An important personality in Ambedkar’s
historic conversion to Buddhism passed away recently. What is his name?
Sadanand Fulzele
31). Which city of Rajasthan is also
called as the ‘Marble city of India’, that is recently connected with Indore
under RCS-UDAN scheme?
Kishangarh
32). Which European country recently
imposed a record 1.1 billion euro fine on tech-firm Apple for its
anti-competitive behaviour?
France
3). Which country is set to create a $4
billion anti-crisis fund to protect its economy from COVID-19 outbreak?
Russia
34). Which former Chief Justice of India
has been nominated to Rajya Sabha?
Ranjan Gogoi
35). What is the share of Indian companies
in Defence Ministry’s contracts for procurement of defence equipment in
2019-20?
75.03 %
36). Ravinder Singh Dhillon has been
appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director of which Public Sector
Undertaking?
Power Finance Corporation
37). The Central bank of which country
slashed its benchmark interest rate to almost zero and announced to buy USD 700
billion in bonds?
United States
38). Patil Puttappa, who recently passed
away, was associated with which field?
Journalism
39). Which Indian institution has launched
a re-skilling programme for women called ‘Career Back 2 Women’?
Indian Institute of Technology-Madras
40). Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, whose birth
centenary was celebrated recently, was the Founder President of which country?
Bangladesh
41). Bill Gates along with _________
founded Microsoft.
Paul Allen
42. Which company launched the Customer
Payment Portal?
HIL
(India) Limited
43. Government hiked the Excise duty on
petrol and diesel by ______ per litre on 14 March.
Rs.3.00
44. Which country is number one in the
production and productivity of Copra in the World?
India
45. Who is the CEO Of Microsoft?
Satya Nadella
46. What is the price of the Minimum
Support Prices (MSPs) for Fair Average Quality (FAQ) of milling copra for the
year 2020?
Rs.9,960 per quintal
47. When was Microsoft established?
April 1975
48. When was the ROPAX Vessel M2M-1 built?
2019
49. Who stepped down from Microsoft's
board recently?
Bill Gates
50. Where was the ROPAX Vessel M2M-1
built?
Greece
51. When was the first consumer movement
marked?
1983
52. Maharashtra Maritime Board developed
infrastructure facilities at Mandwa under the ROPAX project, with a total
expenditure of _________.
Rs.135.29 crores
53. The observation of World Consumer
Rights Day was inspired by __________.
President John F Kennedy
54. Where is Mandwa Port located?
Maharashtra
55. When is the World Consumer Rights Day
observed?
15
March
56. Who is to inaugurate the Ro-Pax Ferry
Vessel in Mandwa Port?
Minister Mansukh Mandaviya
Q.57 Which is the state Bird of Rajasthan?
Great Indian bustard
Explanation:
Godawan or Great Indian Bustard is the
official state bird of Rajasthan. The great Indian bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps)
or Indian bustard is a bustard found on the Indian subcontinent. A large bird
with a horizontal body and long bare legs, giving it an ostrich like
appearance, this bird is among the heaviest of the flying birds.
Q.58 Which of the following State
giovernment has announced an economic package to provide immediate relief to
EWS?
Sikkim
Explanation:
Sikkim Chief Minister P S Tamang announced
an economic package to provide immediate relief to economically weaker sections
(EWS) of society following a meeting of the State Task Force for COVID-19
prevention in Gangtok on 27 March.
Q.59 GeM, the public procurement platform,
functions under ________.
Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Explanation:
Public procurement platform 'Government
e-Marketplace (GeM)' has launched a national outreach program called GeM
Samvaad to attract sellers to sell products online to government buyers. It
operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Q.60 What are the item/s did DRDO prepare
for the War against Corona?
Hand sanitizer, Ventilators & N99 masks , Body Suits
Explanation:
Defence Research and Development
Organisation (DRDO) has prepared four different items ready to be deployed in
‘War against Corona’ as a result of a focused approach. The four different
items prepared by DRDO are Hand sanitizer, Ventilators, N99 masks, Body Suits.
Q.61 When was the Government e-Marketplace
(GeM) launched?
2016
Explanation:
Public procurement platform 'Government
e-Marketplace (GeM)' has launched a national outreach program called GeM
Samvaad to attract sellers to sell products online to government buyers. It was
launched in 2016 to bring transparency and efficiency in the government buying
process.
Q.62 The drugs specified under Schedule H1
Drugs should be labelled with the symbol _______ which shall be in red and
conspicuously displayed on the left top corner of the label.
Rx
Explanation:
The drugs specified under Schedule H1
Drugs should be labelled with the symbol Rx which shall be in red and
conspicuously displayed on the left top corner of the label.
Q.63 The loan agreement was signed between
Japan and India the first phase was signed on _______ for an amount of Rs.7,912
crore.
2017
Explanation:
Japanese government funding agency JICA
signed Rs.15,295 crore agreement with the Indian government for three mega rail
infrastructure projects. The loan agreement for the first phase was signed on
31 March 2017, for an amount of Rs.7,912 crore.
Q.64 GoI declared Hydroxychloroquine as
Schedule ________ Drug.
H1
Explanation:
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
issued a directive that restricts the sale and distribution of
hydroxychloroquine. The drug has been declared an essential drug to treat the
COVID-19 patients. The Central government has specified the sale of the drug in
Schedule H1 to the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945.
Q.65 Japanese government funding agency
JICA signed _______ agreement with the Indian government for three mega rail
infrastructure projects.
Rs.15,295 crore
Explanation:
Japanese government funding agency JICA
signed Rs.15,295 crore agreement with the Indian government for three mega rail
infrastructure projects.
Q.66 US invoked the Defense Production
Act, the rarely used Act, to direct _______ to manufacture ventilators that are
needed to combat COVID-19.
A.General Motors
Explanation:
The United States has invoked the Defense
Production Act on 27 March 2020. The rarely used Act was invoked was to direct
General Motors to manufacture ventilators that are needed to combat COVID-19.
Q.67India signed agreement with ________
for three mega rail infrastructure projects.
Japan
Explanation:
Japanese government funding agency JICA
signed Rs.15,295 crore agreement with the Indian government for three mega rail
infrastructure projects.
Q.68 US invoked the ________, the rarely
used Act, to direct General Motors to manufacture ventilators that are needed
to combat COVID-19.
Defense Production Act
Explanation:
The United States has invoked the Defense
Production Act on 27 March 2020. The rarely used Act was invoked was to direct
General Motors to manufacture ventilators that are needed to combat COVID-19.
Q.69 What is the state bird of Odisha?
Indian Roller
Explanation:
The Indian roller, Coracias benghalensis,
is a bird of the family Coraciidae, the rollers. It occurs widely from West
Asia to the Indian Subcontinent. It is listed as least concern on the IUCN Red
List.
Q.70 Which country announced that it is to
launch an experimental spacecraft without a crew in April 2020, amid Coronavirus
pandemic?
China
Explanation:
China is planning to launch a Long
March-5B carrier rocket, an experimental spacecraft, without a crew in April
2020. The mission is a part of a broader spaceflight program to shuttle
astronauts to its future space station.
Q.71 Which is the Capital of Odisha?
Bhubaneswar
Explanation:
Bhubaneswar is the capital and largest
city of the Indian state of Odisha. It is a centre of economic, educational and
cultural importance of East India.
Q.72 Who is the Chief of the Army Staff of
the Indian Army?
Manoj Mukund Naravane
Explanation:
The Chief of the Army Staff is the
professional head, commander, and usually the highest-ranking military officer
of the Indian Army. The position is abbreviated as COAS in Indian Army, and is
always held by a full General. The current COAS is General Manoj Mukund
Naravane, who took office on 31 December 2019.
Q.73 Which state government announced that
it will set up 2 500-bed hospitals to exclusively treat COVID- 19 patients?
Odisha
Explanation:
The Odisha state government announced that
it will set up two 500-bed hospitals to exclusively treat COVID- 19 patients.
The move by the state government is to prepare for any possible deterioration
in the situation.
Q.74 Which of the following opertaion did
Indian Army launch to extend all possible assistance to the government in
containing the spread of coronavirus?
Operation Namaste
Explanation:
Indian Army has launched an initiative
christened 'Operation Namaste' to extend all possible assistance to the
government in containing the spread of coronavirus. The operation was launched
by Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on 27 March.
Q.75 When did Prime Minister Narendra Modi
announced 21-day lockdown to stop the spread of Coronavirus?
25 March
Explanation:
On 25th March, Prime Minister Modi
announced the 21-day lockdown in India. The lockdown began on 25th March in the
view of the spread of the deadly Coronavirus. Despite several arguments that
the lockdown was crucial to check the spread of coronavirus, it is believed
that by 15 April the country would have flattened the curve of spread up to a
certain extent.
Q.76 When was National Disaster Response
Force (NDRF) established?
2006
Explanation:
National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
was established on 2006. It is a specialised force constituted "for the
purpose of specialist response to a threatening disaster situation or
disaster" under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
Q.77 _______ has developed a health app
named COVID-19 to help the citizens who are under isolation and experiencing
symptoms like dry cough.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC)
Explanation:
Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has
developed a health app named COVID-19, after the virus itself, under the
guidance of Municipal Commissioner, Tukaram Mundhe. The app is aimed to help
the citizens who are under isolation and experiencing symptoms like dry cough,
respiratory disorders, and fever.
Q.78 Which is the Capital of Nagaland?
Kohima
Explanation:
Kohima is the hilly capital of India's
north eastern border state of Nagaland which shares its borders with Burma. It
lies in Kohima District and is one of the three Nagaland towns with Municipal
council status along with Dimapur and Mokokchung. Kohima is the land of the
Angami Naga tribe.
Q.79 What is the name of the antibody
trial that India is to begin for the coronavirus to confirm whether a person
had previously been infected with the virus?
serological test
Explanation:
India is set to begin antibody tests for
the coronavirus to confirm whether a person had previously been infected with
the virus. The move is expected to help understand the epidemiology of Covid-19
in the country. The antibody test is named as "serological test".
Q.80 When Cyclone Bulbul hit India?
2019
Explanation:
Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Bulbul was a
strong and very damaging tropical cyclone which struck the Indian state of West
Bengal as well as Bangladesh in November 2019, causing storm surge, heavy
rains, and flash floods across the areas.
Q.81 India is set to begin ________ tests
for the coronavirus to confirm whether a person had previously been infected
with the virus.
antibody
Explanation:
India is set to begin antibody tests for
the coronavirus to confirm whether a person had previously been infected with
the virus. The move is expected to help understand the epidemiology of Covid-19
in the country.
Q.82 Government of India approved an
additional ________ as an aid to 8 states that were hit by floods, landslides,
cyclone 'Bulbul' and drought in 2019.
Rs.5,751.27 crore
Explanation:
Government of India approved an additional
Rs.5,751.27 crore as an aid to 8 states that were hit by floods, landslides,
cyclone 'Bulbul' and drought in 2019.
Q.83 The G20 nations agreed to
collectively inject ________ into the world economy to comabt COVID-19.
$5 trillion
Explanation:
The G20 nations agreed to collectively
inject $5 trillion into the world economy. The move by the countries is to
counteract the social, economic and financial effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The video conference summit was held on 26 March.
Q.84 How many SAARC member are there?
8
Explanation:
SAARC was established with the signing of
the SAARC Charter on 8 December 1985 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The headquarters of
SAARC is located in Kathmandu, Nepal. The regional grouping comprises of 8
members namely Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal,
Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Q.85 When was the World Theatre Day first
celebrated?
1962
Explanation:
The World Theatre Day was initiated in
1961 by the International Theatre Institute (ITI). The day has been celebrated
since 1962.
Q.86 Where was the SAARC Charter signed?
Dhaka
Explanation:
SAARC was established with the signing of
the SAARC Charter on 8 December 1985 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The headquarters of
SAARC is located in Kathmandu, Nepal. The regional grouping comprises
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri
Lanka as members.
Q.87 When was the World Theatre Day
initiated?
1961
Explanation:
The World Theatre Day was initiated in
1961 by the International Theatre Institute (ITI). The day has been celebrated
since 1962.
Q.88 Which of the following is not a
member of SAARC?
Myanmar, Iran & Korea
Explanation:
All the countries are observers and not
members of SAARC. The regional grouping comprises Afghanistan, Bangladesh,
Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka as members. The
observation states of SAARC are the European Union, Australia, Japan, China,
Mauritius, Korea, Myanmar, the US, and Iran.
Q.89 Satish Gujral who passed away
recently was a _________.
architect
Explanation:
Renowned artist and architect Satish
Gujral passed away on 26 March. He was 94-years old. He died due to illness. PM
Narendra Modi condoled his demise.
Q.90 When was International Theatre
Institute (ITI) established?
1948
Explanation:
International Theatre Institute (ITI) was
established in 1948. It was initiated by the first UNESCO Director-General, Sir
Julian Huxley, and the playwright and novelist JB Priestly.
Q.91 Rajyogini Dadi Janki who passed away
recently was the brand ambassador of ________.
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
Explanation:
The chief of Brahmakumaris Sansthan, Rajyogini
Dadi Janki, passed away at the age of 104 due to prolonged illness on 27 March.
GoI appointed Janki as the brand ambassador of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean
India Mission) because of her work in the field of maintaining cleanliness.
Q.92 When is the World theatre Day
observed?
27
March
Explanation:
World Theatre Day celebrated is observed
annually on the 27 March by ITI Centres and the international theatre
community. The day aims to promote theatre in all its forms across the world.
Q.93 Where is the headquarters of SAARC
located?
Kathmandu
Explanation:
SAARC was established with the signing of
the SAARC Charter on 8 December 1985 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The headquarters of
SAARC is located in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Q.94 Where is the headquarters of CRISIL
located?
Mumbai
Explanation:
The headquarters of CRISIL is located in
Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Q.95 Which state is to set up a drone
ecosystem?
Andhra Pradesh f
Explanation:
The Andhra Pradesh Drones Corp is to set
up a drone ecosystem in Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh. The aim of this
initiative is to establish a laboratory for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) or
drones.
Q.96 Who is the MD & CEO of CRISIL?
Ashu Suyash
Explanation:
Ashu Suyash is Managing Director &
Chief Executive Officer of CRISIL, India's leading provider of ratings,
research, analytics, and solutions with a robust track record of growth and
innovation and a global footprint. CRISIL is majority-owned by S&P Global
Inc.
Q.97 When was the signing of the SAARC
Charter happen?
1985
Explanation:
SAARC was established with the signing of
the SAARC Charter on 8 December 1985 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The headquarters of
SAARC is located in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Q.98 What is the early CRISIL's base-case
GDP growth forecast for fiscal 2021?
5.2%
Explanation:
CRISIL has cut its base-case Gross
Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for fiscal 2021 to 3.5% from 5.2%
expected earlier.
Q.99 Which of the following drug was used
to treat Ebola?
Remdesivir
Explanation:
Remdesivir drug is used to combat Ebola
and other dangerous viruses.
Q.100 When was CRISIL established?
C.1987
Explanation:
CRISIL, formerly known as Credit Rating
Information Services of India Limited, was established on 1987. It is
headquartered Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Q.101 The mega trial to be conducted by
the World Health Organization (WHO) is called ________.
Solidarity Trial
Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) has
begun a global mega trial of the four most promising drugs that may cure the
novel coronavirus. The mega trial by WHO is called Solidarity.
Q.102 CRISIL has cut its base-case GDP
growth forecast for fiscal 2021 to _______ from 5.2% expected earlier.
3.5%
Explanation:
CRISIL has cut its base-case Gross
Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for fiscal 2021 to 3.5% from 5.2%
expected earlier.
Q.103 What are the drugs that are to be
used by the mega trial by World Health Organization (WHO)?
Remdesivir , Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine
, Ritonavir and lopinavir
Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) has
begun a global mega trial of the four most promising drugs that may cure the
novel coronavirus. The 4 drugs are Remdesivir, Chloroquine and
hydroxychloroquine, Ritonavir and lopinavir, Ritonavir/lopinavir and
interferon-beta.
Q.104 Applying indelible ink on any finger
of the left hand is defined in Rule ________ of the Conduct of Elections Rules,
1961.
49K
Explanation:
Applying indelible ink on any finger of
the left hand is defined in Rule 49K of the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961.
Q.105 When was the Centre for Cellular
Molecular Biology (CCMB) established?
1977
Explanation:
Centre for Cellular Molecular Biology
(CCMB) was established on 1977. CCMB functions under the Council of Scientific
and Industrial Research (CSIR). Global Molecular and Cell Biology Network of
UNESCO designated the Centre as Center of Excellence.
Q.106 Which of the following State/UT
government is to stamp the left hand of the people who have been kept under
quarantine amid coronavirus pandemic?
Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Maharashtra state government has
decided to stamp the left hand of the people who have been kept under
quarantine amid coronavirus pandemic in the country. The announcement was made
by Maharashtra state health minister Rajesh Tope.
Q.107 The genetic material of an organism
is called ________.
genome
Explanation:
The genetic material of an organism is
called Genome. It consists of sets of Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or
Ribonucleic acid (RNA). The science of identifying the genome of the organism
is called Genome sequencing.
Q.108 How much did the Centre announce
________ crore relief package under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana.
Rs.1.70 lakh
Explanation:
The Union Minister of Finance Nirmala
Sitharaman announced Rs.1.70 lakh crore relief package under Pradhan Mantri
Garib Kalyan Yojana on 26 March. The move aims to help the poor to fight the
battle against CoronaVirus.
Q.109 ________ set up a COVID-19 task
force to map technologies to fund nearly market-ready solutions in the area of
diagnostics, testing, healthcare delivery solutions, and equipment supplies.
Department of Science and Technology
Explanation:
Department of Science and Technology (DST)
set up a COVID-19 task force to map technologies to fund nearly market-ready
solutions in the area of diagnostics, testing, healthcare delivery solutions,
and equipment supplies.
Q.110 Which of the following is a member
of G20?
European Union
Explanation:
European Union is a member/part of G20.
Q.111 When was RBI established?
1935
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India is India's
central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. The
Central Bank was established on 1 April 1935, Kolkata.
Q.112 Where was the 2019 G20 summit held?
Osaka, Japan
Explanation:
The 2019 summit was held in the Osaka
summit.
Q.113 Who is the governor of RBI?
Shaktikanta Das
Explanation:
The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India
is the Chief Executive Officer of India's central bank and the ex-officio
chairperson of its Central Board of Directors.
Q.114 Which of the following is not a
member of G20?
Bangladesh
Explanation:
The members of the group include Canada,
China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi
Arabia, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, the
UK, the US, and EU. The aim of the group is to promote international financial
stability. The 2019 summit was held in the Osaka summit
Q.115 RBI has announced that all banks and
NBFCs have been permitted to allow a moratorium of ________ months on repayment
of term loans outstanding on 1 March 2020.
3
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has
announced that all banks and Non-bank financial institutions (NBFCs) have been
permitted to allow a moratorium of 3 months on repayment of term loans
outstanding on 1 March 2020.
Q.116 When was G20 founded?
1999
Explanation:
G20 was founded in 1999. It is a group of
20 countries. The members of the group include Canada, China, France, Germany,
India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, the UK, the US, and EU.
The aim of the group is to promote international financial stability. The 2019
summit was held in the Osaka summit
Q.117 MACS 4028, the new wheat variety
shows high ________ content.
phosphorous
Explanation:
Agharkar Research Institute (ARI)
Scientists have developed a biofortified durum wheat variety MACS 4028. The new
wheat variety shows high protein content.
Q.118 National Informatics Centre
functions under ________.
Ministry of Electronics and Information
Technology
Explanation:
National Informatics Centre (NIC) was
established in 1976. It is an attached office under Ministry of Electronics and
Information Technology, Government of India. NIC provides infrastructure to
help support delivery of Government IT services and delivery of some of the
initiatives of Digital India.
Q.119 MACS 4028 is a ______ variety of new
wheat variety.
semi-dwarf
Explanation:
Agharkar Research Institute (ARI)
Scientists have developed a biofortified durum wheat variety MACS 4028. The new
wheat variety shows high protein content. MACS 4028 is a semi-dwarf variety.
Q.120 When is National Informatics Centre
(NIC) established?
1976
Explanation:
National Informatics Centre (NIC) was
established in 1976. It is an attached office under Ministry of Electronics and
Information Technology, Government of India. NIC provides infrastructure to
help support delivery of Government IT services and delivery of some of the
initiatives of Digital India.
Q.121 Who is appointed as the CEO of
Walmart India?
Sameer Aggarwal
Explanation:
Sameer Aggarwal is appointed as CEO of
Walmart India. Aggarwal appointment will come into effect from 1 April.
Q.122 MACS 4028 is a new variety of
______.
wheat
Explanation:
Agharkar Research Institute (ARI)
Scientists have developed a biofortified durum wheat variety MACS 4028. The new
wheat variety shows high protein content. The wheat variety developed by the
ARI scientists show high protein content of about 14.7%. The wheat has a better
nutritional quality of zinc 40.3 ppm, and iron content of 40.3ppm and 46.1ppm
respectively, good milling quality and overall acceptability.
Q.123 Who developed MACS 4028, the new
wheat variety shows high protein content?
Agharkar Research Institute
Explanation:
Agharkar Research Institute (ARI)
Scientists have developed a biofortified durum wheat variety MACS 4028. The new
wheat variety shows high protein content. The wheat has a better nutritional
quality of zinc 40.3 ppm, and iron content of 40.3ppm and 46.1ppm respectively,
good milling quality and overall acceptability.
Q.124 Hyperloop will allow the capsule
inside the tube to reach speeds of more than _______ km/h.
1000
Explanation:
Hyperloop is the 5th mode of
transportation. It is a high-speed train that travels in a near-vacuum tube.
The reduced air resistance will allow the capsule inside the tube to reach
speeds of more than 1000 km/h.
Q.125 Sameer Aggarwal replaced ________, who
retired, as CEO of Walmart India.
Krish Iyer
Explanation:
Sameer Aggarwal is appointed as CEO of
Walmart India. Aggarwal appointment will come into effect from 1 April.
Aggarwal will replace Krish Iyer, who is set to retire. He has assumed the role
of advisor to Best Price, Walmart India.
Q.126 Hyperloop is the _______ mode of
transportation.
5th
Explanation:
Hyperloop is the 5th mode of
transportation. It is a high-speed train that travels in a near-vacuum tube.
Q.127 _______ is to organize Global Hyperloop
Pod Competition in July 2020.
IIT-Madras
Explanation:
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
(IIT-Madras) has announced that it is to organize India's first Global
Hyperloop Pod Competition. The competition is open to all students globally.
The final round will take place in the IIT-Madras campus in the month July
2020.
Q.128 Who is the Governor of Odisha?
Ganeshi Lal
Explanation:
Ganeshi Lal is an Indian politician and
the incumbent Governor of Odisha.
Q.129 Which country launched CoWin-20, a
new smartphone app that aims to track individuals by their smartphone
locations, to curb the community spread of coronavirus?
India
Explanation:
The Government of India is to launch
CoWin-20 to curb the community spread of coronavirus. CoWin-20 is a new
smartphone app that aims to track individuals by their smartphone locations.
The app will be made soon and will be available widely across India.
Q.130 FIFA's 'Pass the message to kick out
coronavirus" campaign to combat the coronavirus will be published in
________ languages.
13
Explanation:
FIFA's 'Pass the message to kick out
coronavirus" campaign to combat the coronavirus will be published in 13
languages.
Q.131 Population Enumeration is the
________ phase of Census 2021.
second
Explanation:
The Census 2021 will be conducted in two
phases, namely house listing and House Census and Population Enumeration. The
second phase is Population Enumeration was scheduled to be conducted from 9-28
February 2021 throughout the country simultaneously.
Q.132 Which Indian footballer has been
selected to participate in FIFA's 'Pass the message to kick out coronavirus'
campaign against Coronavirus pandemic?
Sunil Chhetri
Explanation:
Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri has
been picked among 28 players for the world governing body FIFA's campaign to
combat the COVID-19 pandemic. He has been selected along with Lionel Messi,
Philip Lahm, Iker Casillas, and Carles Puyol.
Q.133 Which committee recommended Scheme
for Recapitalization of RRBs?
Dr.
K.C. Chakrabarty
Explanation:
Based on the recommendation of Dr. K.C.
Chakrabarty chaired the committee, a Scheme for Recapitalization of RRBs was
approved by the Cabinet on 10 February 2011.
Q.134 Who is the Chief Minister of Odisha?
Naveen Patnaik
Explanation:
Naveen Patnaik is an Indian politician who
is the current and 14th Chief Minister of Odisha. He is also the president of
the Biju Janata Dal, a writer and has authored three books.
Q.135 The Cabinet approved to provide
minimum regulatory capital to RRBs for another year, that is, up to _________.
2020-21
Explanation:
The Cabinet approved to provide minimum
regulatory capital to RRBs for another year, that is, up to 2020-21 for those
RRBs which are unable to maintain minimum Capital to Risk-weighted Assets Ratio
(CRAR) of 9% which was set as per the regulatory norms prescribed by the
Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Q.136 Where is Veer Surendra Sai Institute
of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR) located?
Odisha
Explanation:
Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical
Sciences and Research is a government-run medical college and hospital in the
Indian state of Odisha. Currently, the Odisha state government planning to set
up a Biosafety Levels 2 (BSL-2) laboratory at Veer Surendra Sai Institute of
Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR).
Q.137 Hantavirus spread from ______.
rodents
Explanation:
Hantaviruses are a family of viruses that
are transmitted mainly by rodents. It can show varied disease syndrome in
people. The name varies differ in various regions.
Q.138 Aviation consultancy Capa India
reported that India's aviation industry is expected to post losses of ________
in the June quarter.
$3-3.6 billion
Explanation:
Aviation consultancy Capa India reported
that India's aviation industry is expected to post losses of $3-3.6 billion in
the June quarter in its report titled 'Projecting the potential financial
impact of COVID-19 on Indian aviation'. The loss is because the airlines have
shared the bulk of the hit after the series of travel restrictions due to the
COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.139 A study by FAO states that Peatlands
cover only _______ of Earth's surface.
3%
Explanation:
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of
the United Nations reported that Peatlands can play a crucial role in
regulating the global climate by acting as carbon sinks. Peatlands cover only
3% of Earth's surface.
Q.140 Which of the following state has
banned the production and sale of pan masala during the 21-day lockdown imposed
across the country?
Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
The Uttar Pradesh state government has
imposed a ban on the production and sale of pan masala during the 21-day
lockdown imposed across the country. The move comes in the wake of the
coronavirus outbreak. The information was passed by Food Security Commissioner
Ministhy S.
Q.141 What is the cost estimated for the
construction of the Aligarh-Harduaganj flyover, which was recently approved by
the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA)?
Rs.1285 crore
Explanation:
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs
(CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the construction of
Aligarh-Harduaganj flyover. The total cost estimated for the project is Rs.1285
crore.
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