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affairs may part 2
Q.1 Centre has approved the _________ State's Jal
Jeevan Mission Annual Action Plan.
Bihar
Explanation: Centre has approved the Bihar State's Jal
Jeevan Mission Annual Action Plan. As per the plan, the State has provided 100%
coverage of all households with functional tap water connections by 2020-21.
The plan was approved by the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
Q.2 Which State is to launch K-FON?
Kerala
Explanation: The Kerala State government has announced
the Kerala Fibre Optic Network (K-FON) project will be commissioned by December
2020. The project aims to provide free internet access to the poor in the
State. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informed the decision after a meeting
with the heads of companies of the consortium.
Q.3 What is the theme for 2020 Anti-tobacco Day?
Protecting youth from industry
manipulation and preventing them from tobacco and Nicotine use
Explanation: The theme for 2020 Anti-tobacco Day
"Protecting youth from industry manipulation and preventing them from
tobacco and nicotine use". Tobacco industries across the world have
deliberately employed many tactics to attract youth to tobacco and nicotine
products. The theme aims to stop the tobacco industry from exploiting children
and young people.
Q.4 Which country currently holds the BRICS
Presidency?
Russia
Explanation: Russia currently holds the BRICS
Presidency. The BRICS countries are Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa.
Q.5 When is the Anti-tobacco Day observed?
31 May
Explanation: World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is observed
on 31 May across the world. The World No Tobacco Day is observed by the World
Health Organization (WHO) and global partners every year. The day provides an
opportunity to raise awareness of the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use
and second-hand smoke exposure.
Q.6 What are the countries that participated in the
Meeting of the Heads of Tax Authorities of the BRICS countries?
Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa
Explanation: Meeting of the Heads of Tax Authorities
of the BRICS countries was held on 29 May 2020. The BRICS Countries that
participated in the meeting are Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa. The
meeting was hosted by the Federal Tax Service of Russia, which currently holds
the BRICS Presidency. Dr. Ajay Bhushan Pandey, Finance Secretary, Government of
India, represented India at the meeting.
Q.7 Which of the following proactive guidelines was
issued the Department of Biotechnology (DBT)?
Rapid
Response Regulatory Framework for COVID-19, Interim Guidance Document on
Laboratory Biosafety to Handle COVID-19 Specimens & IBSCs
can conduct their meeting through video conference
Explanation: The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has
taken several proactive measures to streamline the biosafety regulation and to
facilitate researchers and industries which are undertaking research and
development in Recombinant DNA (rDNA)Technology and Hazardous Microorganisms.
Guidelines issued by DBT are: Rapid Response Regulatory Framework for COVID-19
to deal with an application for the development of vaccines, diagnostics,
prophylactics and therapeutic, Interim Guidance Document on Laboratory
Biosafety to Handle COVID-19 Specimens, IBSCs can conduct their meeting through
video conferencing up to 30 June 2020, Rapid response regulatory framework for
the development of recombinant DNA COVID 19 vaccine.
Q.8 Who represented India at the Meeting of the Heads
of Tax Authorities of the BRICS?
Ajay Bhushan Pandey
Explanation: Meeting of the Heads of Tax Authorities
of the BRICS countries was held on 29 May 2020. The BRICS Countries that
participated in the meeting are Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa. The
meeting was hosted by the Federal Tax Service of Russia, which currently holds
the BRICS Presidency. Dr. Ajay Bhushan Pandey, Finance Secretary, Government of
India, represented India at the meeting.
Q.9 When will the Kerala Fibre Optic Network (K-FON)
project be launched?
December 2020
Explanation: The Kerala State government has announced
the Kerala Fibre Optic Network (K-FON) project will be commissioned by December
2020. The project aims to provide free internet access to the poor in the
State. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informed the decision after a meeting
with the heads of companies of the consortium.
Q.10 When was the Meeting of the Heads of Tax
Authorities of the BRICS countries held?
29 May
Explanation: Meeting of the Heads of Tax Authorities
of the BRICS countries was held on 29 May 2020. The BRICS Countries that
participated in the meeting are Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa. The
meeting was hosted by the Federal Tax Service of Russia, which currently holds
the BRICS Presidency. Dr. Ajay Bhushan Pandey, Finance Secretary, Government of
India, represented India at the meeting.
Q.11________ is the first state to declare the
internet as a fundamental right of the citizen.
Kerala
Explanation: Kerala is the first state to declare the
internet as a fundamental right of the citizen. No other state across the
country has implemented such a scheme.
Q.12 DARPG functions under ________.
Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
Explanation: The Department of Administrative Reforms
and Public Grievances (DARPG) is the nodal agency of the Government of India
for administrative reforms as well as redressal of public grievances relating
to the states in general and those pertaining to Central Government agencies in
particular. DARPG functions under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances
and Pensions.
Q.13 What is the estimated cost of the Kerala Fibre
Optic Network (K-FON) project?
Rs.1,500 crore
Explanation: The Kerala State government has announced
the Kerala Fibre Optic Network (K-FON) project will be commissioned by December
2020. The estimated cost of the K-FON Project is Rs.1,500 crore.
Q.14 Who launched an e-booklet on DARPG achievements?
Jitendra Singh
Explanation: Union Minister of State for Personnel,
Public Grievances and Pensions Dr.Jitendra Singh has launched the e-booklet on
Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) achievements
for the period 30 May 2019 to 30 May 2020.
Q.15 Where is the headquarters of the Asian
Development Bank (ADB) located?
Philippines
Explanation: Asian Development Bank (ADB) was
established on 19 December 1966. The bank aims to achieve a prosperous,
inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific. It also aims to
eradicate extreme poverty. ABD has 68 members, 49 from the region. It is
headquartered at the Philippines.
Q.16 When was ADB established?
1966
Explanation: Asian Development Bank (ADB) was
established on 19 December 1966. The bank aims to achieve a prosperous,
inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific. It also aims to
eradicate extreme poverty. ABD has 68 members, 49 from the region. It is
headquartered in the Philippines.
Q.17 2020
International Day of UN Peacekeepers commemorated the ________ anniversary of
Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security.
20th
Explanation: The theme for 2020 International Day of
UN Peacekeepers is "Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace". The theme
has been chosen by the United Nations as it commemorates the 20th anniversary
of Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security.
Q.18 ADB and the GoI signed a _________ loan to
upgrade 450 kilometers of state highways and major district roads in
Maharashtra.
$177 million
Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the
Government of India signed a $177 million loan to upgrade 450 kilometers of
state highways and major district roads in Maharashtra. The project aims to
improve connectivity between rural areas and urban centers in Maharashtra. It
will enable rural communities to better access markets, employment
opportunities, and services.
Q.19 When did the United Nations Security Council
(UNSC) authorize the deployment of a small number of UN military observers to
the Middle East?
1948
Explanation: International Day of UN Peacekeepers is
adopted by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in its resolution 57/129. The first
UN peacekeeping mission was established on 29 May 1948, when the United Nations
Security Council (UNSC) authorized the deployment of a small number of UN
military observers to the Middle East. These observers formed the United
Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO) to monitor the Armistice
Agreement between Israel and its Arab neighbors.
Q.20 What is the cost of the facility of instant PAN
through Aadhaar based e-KYC?
Free
Explanation: The facility of instant PAN through
Aadhaar based e-KYC's 'Beta version' on a trial basis was started on 12
February 2020 on the e-filing website of the Income Tax Department. During its
trial, 6,77,680 instant PANs have been allotted till 25 May 2020.
Q.21 When was the first UN peacekeeping mission
observed?
1948
Explanation: International Day of UN Peacekeepers is
adopted by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in its resolution 57/129. The first
UN peacekeeping mission was established on 29 May 1948, when the United Nations
Security Council (UNSC) authorized the deployment of a small number of UN
military observers to the Middle East.
Q.22 CIPET was established in Tamil Nadu with a tie-up
with ________.
UNDP
Explanation: CIPET was established in 1968 at Chennai,
Tamil Nadu with a tie-up with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). It
has various campuses across the country. Admission to these centres is through
the joint entrance examination conducted every year by CIPET.
Q.23 What is the theme for the 2020 International Day
of UN Peacekeepers?
Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace
Explanation: The theme for 2020 International Day of
UN Peacekeepers is "Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace". The theme
has been chosen by the United Nations as it commemorates the 20th anniversary
of Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security.
Q.24 Where is CIPET located?
Tamil Nadu
Explanation: CIPET was established in 1968 at Chennai,
Tamil Nadu with a tie-up with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). It
has various campuses across the country. Admission to these centres is through
the joint entrance examination conducted every year by CIPET.
Q.25 When is the International Day of UN Peacekeepers
observed?
29 May
Explanation: International Day of UN Peacekeepers is
observed on 29 May every year. The day aims to offer a chance to pay tribute to
the uniformed and civilian personnel's invaluable contribution to the work of
the Organization. The day also aims to honour more than 3,900 peacekeepers who
have lost their lives serving under the UN flag since 1948.
Q.26 When was CIPET established?
1968
Explanation: CIPET was established in 1968 at Chennai,
Tamil Nadu with a tie-up with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). It
has various campuses across the country. Admission to these centres is through
the joint entrance examination conducted every year by CIPET.
Q.27 ADB and the Government of India signed a $177
million loan to upgrade 450 kilometers of state highways and major district
roads in _________.
Maharashtra
Explanation: Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the
Government of India signed a $177 million loan to upgrade 450 kilometers of
state highways and major district roads in Maharashtra.
Q.28 The name change of CIPET has been registered
under the Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act ________.
1975
Explanation: The name change of Central Institute of
Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET) to Central Institute of
Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) has been registered under
the Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act 1975, that is, Tamil Nadu Act 27 of
1975.
Q.29 How many member states are there under the Asian
Development Bank (ADB)?
68
Explanation: Asian Development Bank (ADB) was
established on 19 December 1966. The bank aims to achieve a prosperous,
inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific. It also aims to
eradicate extreme poverty. ABD has 68 members, 49 from the region. It is
headquartered at the Philippines.
Q.30 CIPET has been renamed as ________.
Central Institute of Petrochemicals
Engineering & TechnologyCorrect Image
Explanation: Centre has been renamed the Central
Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET), a premier national
institution under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, as Central
Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET). The
annocement was made by the Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers DV
Sadananda Gowda.
Q.31 How many member states are there in the European
Union?
27
Explanation: The European Union (EU) consists of 27
member states. Each member state is a party to the founding treaties of the
union and thereby shares in the privileges and obligations of membership.
Unlike members of most international organizations, the member states of the EU
have agreed by treaty to shared sovereignty through the institutions of the
European Union in some (but by no means all) aspects of government.
Q.32 When was the European Commission established?
1958
Explanation: The European Commission (EC) is the
executive branch of the European Union, responsible for proposing legislation,
implementing decisions, upholding the EU treaties, and managing the day-to-day
business of the EU. It was established on 16 January 1958.
Q.33 Who authored the book, Robert Galbraith?
J.K. Rowling
Explanation: Robert Galbraith is a pseudonym of J.K.
Rowling. After Harry Potter, the author chose crime fiction for her next books,
a genre she has always loved as a reader.
Q.34 __________ proposed "European
breakthrough" fund to help the bloc's economy through the deep recession
induced by the COVID-19 pandemic.
EU
Explanation: The European Union (EU) Commission has
proposed a 750 billion-euro ($825 billion) recovery fund "European
breakthrough" to help the bloc's economy through the deep recession
induced by the COVID-19 pandemic. It was announced by the commissioner Paolo
Gentiloni. The aim is to tackle an unprecedented crisis.
Q.35 Who is the author of the book "The
Ickabog"?
JK Rowling
Explanation: Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling
announced that she is to release "The Ickabog." The new children's
book marks her first novel aimed toward younger readers that don't take place
at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Q.36 EU proposes _______ coronavirus recovery fund for
the COVID-19 affected member states.
€750 billion
Explanation: The European Union (EU) Commission has
proposed a 750 billion-euro ($825 billion) recovery fund "European
breakthrough" to help the bloc's economy through the deep recession
induced by the COVID-19 pandemic. It was announced by the commissioner Paolo
Gentiloni. The aim is to tackle an unprecedented crisis.
Q.37 As of 26 May 2020, ICMR has approved _________
laboratories across India to conduct COVID-19 tests.
624
Explanation: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
stated that a total of 1,61,041 (approximately) COVID-19 samples are being
tested in 24 hours. With this, the figure for the total number of tests reached
32,42,160 in the country. So far, ICMR has approved a total of 624 laboratories
across India to conduct the tests for COVID-19 including 435 government
laboratories and 189 private laboratories' chains.
Q.38 How many
sportspeople will be provided out of pocket allowance (OPA) of Rs.30,000 each
by SAI as a part of the Khelo India scholarship?
2893
Explanation: SAI announced that a total of 2893
athletes will be given the OPA for the period. The funds for the remaining 144
athletes will be transferred by the end of May 2020. The allowance is for the first
quarter of 2020-21.
Q.39 What is the name of the identified one long (~6
Mb) genomic region, which had an unusually suppressed nucleotide diversity
region across the centromere of chromosome 5?
Low
diversity region
Explanation: Researchers have identified a region in
the genome of a rice, which seems to have the potential for improving
productivity. They identified one long (~6 Mb) genomic region, which had an
unusually suppressed nucleotide diversity region across the centromere of
chromosome 5. They named it a `"low diversity region" or LDR in
short.
Q 40 When was the Sports Authority of India
established?
1984
Explanation: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) is
the apex national sports body of India, established in 1984 by the Ministry of
Youth Affairs and Sports of Government of India for the development of sport in
India.
Q.41 ________ researchers identified a region in the
genome of rice, which seems to have the potential for improving productivity.
DBT-NIPGR & University of Delhi South
Campus (UDSC), ICAR-Indian Agricultural
Research Institute & ICAR-National
Rice Research Institute (ICAR-NRRI)
Explanation: Researchers have identified a region in
the genome of a rice, which seems to have the potential for improving
productivity. The study was conducted jointly by the Department of
Biotechnology’s National Institute of Plant Genome Research (DBT-NIPGR),
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), ICAR-National Rice
Research Institute (ICAR-NRRI), Cuttack and University of Delhi South Campus
(UDSC).
Q.42 Sports Authority of India (SAI) is to deposit
_________ as a part of the Khelo India scholarship.
Rs.8.25 crore
Explanation: Sports Authority of India (SAI) has
deposited Rs.30,000 each to 2,749 Khelo India athletes as out of pocket
allowance (OPA) amid the COVID-19 lockdown. The total sum of the amount is
Rs.8.25 crore in all. The announcement regarding disbursement of the Khelo
India allowances was made by Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju.
Q.43 The proto-type test samples of PPE Coveralls in
India are tested and certified by _________ authorized laboratories as per the
technical specifications prescribed by the MoHFW.
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Explanation: The proto-type test samples of Personal
protective equipment (PPE) Coveralls in India are tested and certified by 9
authorized laboratories as per the technical specifications prescribed by the
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. The test standards are in conformity
with the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for COVID-19. The PPEs are
tested in accordance with ISO 16603 Class 3 and above for the 'Synthetic Blood
Penetration Resistance Test'.
Q.44 1REC Ltd partners with ________ to provide
nutritious meals to frontline healthcare workers.
TajSATS
Explanation: REC Foundation, the CSR arm of REC
Limited, has tied up with TajSATS, a joint venture of IHCL and SATS Ltd, to
distribute specially-made nutritious meal packets for medical staff in
Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi.
Q.45 Who inaugurated the Chamba Tunnel in Uttarakhand
under Chardham Pariyojana through video conference mode on 26 May 2020?
Nitin Gadkari
Explanation: Union Minister for Road Transport &
Highways and MSMEs Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the Chamba Tunnel in Uttarakhand
under Chardham Pariyojana through video conference mode on 26 May 2020. The
tunnel was constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) amid the COVID-19
pandemic.
Q.46 NBPCL along with Power Finance Corporation (PFC)
aims to up hydroelectric projects of 225 MW and power components of 12 major
multipurpose projects in __________.
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: Power Finance Corporation (PFC), the
central PSU under the Ministry of Power and India's leading NBFC, signed an
agreement with Narmada Basin Projects Company Ltd. (NBPCL), a wholly-owned
company of Government of Madhya Pradesh on 26 May 2020. As per the agreement,
the funds will be deployed by NBPCL for setting up hydroelectric projects of
225 MW and power components of 12 major multipurpose projects in Madhya Pradesh.
Q.47 CSIR-IIIM signed MoU with ________ to develop and
scale-up a new Reverse Transcriptase-Loop Mediated Isothermal Amplification
(RT-LAMP) based COVID-19 diagnostic kit.
RIL
Explanation: CSIR-IIIM, Jammu a constituent laboratory
of CSIR signed MoU with Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) to develop and
scale-up a new Reverse Transcriptase-Loop Mediated Isothermal Amplification
(RT-LAMP) based COVID-19 diagnostic kit. The partnership comes as testing is a
vital component in COIVD-19 mitigation.
Q.48 PFC signs MoU with __________ to fund 225 MW
hydro-electric projects, Multipurpose projects in Madhya Pradesh.
NBPCL
Explanation: Power Finance Corporation (PFC), the
central PSU under the Ministry of Power and India's leading NBFC, signed an
agreement with Narmada Basin Projects Company Ltd. (NBPCL), a wholly-owned
company of Government of Madhya Pradesh on 26 May 2020.
Q.49 Balbir Singh Sr who passed away recently is
associated with _______.
Hockey
Explanation: The three-time Olympic gold medal-winning
hockey legend Balbir Singh Senior passed away on 25 May due to ill health. He
was 95-years old. He is regarded as one of the greatest sportspersons to have
represented India.
Q.50 What is the total estimated investment of the
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana?
Rs.20,050 crore
Explanation: The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
will envisage an estimated investment of Rs.20,050 crores comprising a Central
share of Rs.9,407 crore, the State share of Rs.4,880 crore, and Beneficiaries
contribution of Rs.5,763 crore.
Q.51 _________ announced that it had selected 8 people
out of the several people who step forward to participate in human challenge
trials to develop new vaccines for COVID-19.
WHO
Explanation: World Health Organization (WHO) announced
that it had selected 8 people out of the several people who step forward to
participate in human challenge trials to develop new vaccines for COVID-19.
Human challenge trials are trials in which participants are intentionally
challenged (whether or not they have been vaccinated) with an infectious
disease organism.
Q.52 Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana aims to
double export earnings to _______.
Rs.1,00,000 crore
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana will
bring about Blue Revolution through the sustainable and responsible development
of the fisheries sector in India. The scheme aims to double export earnings to
Rs.1,00,000 crore.
Q.53 Where is Chamba Tunnel located?
Uttarakhand
Explanation: Chamba Tunnel is located in Uttarakhand.
The tunnel is constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) under Chardham
Pariyojana.
Q.54 The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
has announced its plan to enhance fish production to _________ metric tons (MT)
by 2024-25.
220 lakh
Explanation: The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
(PMMSY) has announced its plan to enhance fish production to 220 lakh metric
tons (MT) by 2024-25 from 137.58 lakh MT in 2018-19 at an average annual growth
rate of about 9%. The announcement was made by the Union Minister for
Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Giriraj Singh.
Q.55 Who constructed the Chamba Tunnel under Chardham
Pariyojana?
BRO
Explanation: Union Minister for Road Transport &
Highways and MSMEs Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the Chamba Tunnel in Uttarakhand
under Chardham Pariyojana through video conference mode on 26 May 2020. The
tunnel was constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) amid the COVID-19
pandemic.
Q.56 The Army Commanders' Conference is an apex level
event which is held _______.
twice every year
Explanation: The Army Commanders' Conference is an
apex level event which is held twice every year. The Army Commanders'
Conference has been scheduled to be held in two phases amid the COVID-19
pandemic. The first phase of the conference will be held from 27 to 29 May 2020
and the second phase will be held in the last week of June 2020. The conference
was scheduled for April 2020 and postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.57 When was REC Limited established?
1969
Explanation: REC Limited, formerly Rural
Electrification Corporation Limited, was established in 1969. The NBFC is
focusing on Power Sector Financing and Development across India. It provides
financial assistance across the power sector value chain.
Q.58 Army Commanders' Conference is to be held on
________.
27
May
Explanation: The Army Commanders' Conference has been
scheduled to be held in two phases amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The first phase
of the conference will be held from 27 to 29 May 2020 and the second phase will
be held in the last week of June 2020. The conference was scheduled for April
2020 and postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.59 ________ is to provide locust control Pesticide
to Iran.
HIL INDIA
Explanation: Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers announced
that HIL INDIA, a PSU under the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, is
to produce and supply the pesticides for the farming community, amid the
COVID-19 lockdown. HIL is to supply 25 MT Malathion Technical for supply to
locust control programme to Iran under Government to Government arrangement.
Q.60 When was IAF's No.18 Squadron formed?
1965
Explanation: The 18 Squadron was formed on April 15,
1965 with the motto 'Teevra aur Nirbhaya' meaning 'swift and fearless'. The
Squadron was flying MiG 27 aircraft before it got number plated on April 15,
2016. The squadron was resurrected on April 01, 2020 at Sulur Air Force
station.
Q.61 The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has
issued notification for the emission norms for the ________ for BS-VI vehicles.
L7
(Quadricycle) category
Explanation: The Ministry of Road Transport and
Highways (MoRTH) has issued notification for the emission norms for the L7
(Quadricycle) category for BS-VI vehicles. It was notified on 22 May. The move
will encourage automobile manufacturers to produce more petrol, diesel, CNG,
and biofuel quadricycles for the Indian market.
Q.62 IAF's No.18 Squadron is equipped with the
________ generation LCA Tejas FOC (final operation clearance) aircraft.
fifth
Explanation: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is to
operationalize its No.18 Squadron at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on 27 May. IAF
chief, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria is expected to operationalize the
squadron "Flying Bullets" at the Sulur Air Force Station near Coimbatore,
TN. No.18 Squadron is equipped with the fourth generation LCA Tejas FOC (final
operation clearance) aircraft. It will be the second IAF Squadron to fly Light
Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas.
Q.63 The Ramadan fasting is observed to mark that
Allah (God), who gave the first chapters of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad
in ________.
610 CE
Explanation: Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic
lunar calendar. Eid is the month of Shawwal during which Muslims are not
permitted to fast. The fasting is observed to mark that Allah (God), gave the
first chapters of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad in 610 CE. During this
period, Muslims abstain from food and water during the period between sunrise
to sunset.
Q.64 The Indian Air Force (IAF) is to operationalize
its No.18 Squadron at _________.
Coimbatore
Explanation: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is to
operationalize its No.18 Squadron at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on 27 May. IAF
chief, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria is expected to operationalize the
squadron "Flying Bullets" at the Sulur Air Force Station near
Coimbatore, TN.
Q.65 When was Employees' State Insurance Corporation
(ESIC) established?
1952
Explanation: Employees' State Insurance Corporation
(ESIC) manages the Employees' State Insurance health insurance fund. ESIC was
established on 24 February 1952 under the ESI Act 1948. ESIC functions under
the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India.
Q.66 Which Country recently successfully tested its
first unmanned helicopter drone that has been designed in plateau areas and
capable of firing and conducting reconnaissance from a high altitude?
China
Explanation: China's first unmanned helicopter drone,
AR500C unmanned helicopter, made its maiden flight at an AVIC base in Poyang in
East China's Jiangxi Province. The drone was developed by the state-owned
Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC). The helicopter has been designed
in plateau areas and capable of firing and conducting reconnaissance from a
high altitude.
Q.67 As per the National Statistical Office (NSO),
ESIC Social Security Scheme witnessed _________ lakh enrolments in 2020 March.
8.21
Explanation: The data released by the National
Statistical Office (NSO) in a report titled 'Payroll Reporting in India: An
Employment Perspective-March 2020' stated that around 8.21 lakh new members
joined the ESIC-run social security scheme in March 2020, against 11.83 lakh in
February 2020.
Q.68 In which state is Udayagiri located?
Andhra Pradesh
Explanation: Udayagiri is a town in Udayigiri Mandal
in the Nellore district of the state of Andhra Pradesh in India.
Q.69 Who released the Payroll Reporting in India: An
Employment Perspective-March 2020 report?
NSO
Explanation: The data released by the National
Statistical Office (NSO) in a report titled 'Payroll Reporting in India: An
Employment Perspective-March 2020' stated that around 8.21 lakh new members
joined the ESIC-run social security scheme in March 2020, against 11.83 lakh in
February 2020. The NSO data included the payroll data of the Employees' State
Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
Q.70 Centre directed _________ to study the
feasibility of drinking water project for Udayagiri.
Jal Shakti Ministry
Explanation: Government of India directed the Jal
Shakti Ministry and NITI Aayog to study the feasibility of drinking water
project for Udayagiri in Andhra Pradesh. The decision was made in a meeting
held by the Vice President of India Venkiah Naidu with Amitabh Kant, CEO, NITI
Aayog and Parameswaran Iyer, Secretary, Drinking Water & Sanitation, and
Shri U.P. Singh, Secretary, Water Resources, River Development & Ganga
Rejuvenation.
Q.71 When was Gujarat State founded?
1960
Explanation: Gujarat State was formed on 1 May 1960.
Q.72 _________ signed an agreement with the Ministry
of Agriculture and Famers Welfare for the supply of Malathion Technical to
Rajasthan and Gujarat for the Locust Control Programme.
HIL India
Explanation: HIL signed an agreement with the Ministry
of Agriculture and Famers Welfare for the supply of Malathion Technical to
Rajasthan and Gujarat for the Locust Control Programme. So far, the company has
manufactured and supplied 67 MT of Malathion Technical.
Q.73 Which State's sports authority signed an MoU with
the Times Centre for Learning Limited (TCLL) to impart training for personality
and skill development for aspiring athletes in the state?
Gujarat
Explanation: Sports Authority Gujarat signed an MoU
with the Times Centre for Learning Limited (TCLL) to impart training for
personality and skill development for aspiring athletes in the state. This will
be the first-of-its-kind training in the State.
Q.74 Who is the Chief Minister of Manipur?
N.
Biren Singh
Explanation: Nongthombam Biren Singh is an Indian
politician and former footballer and journalist. He is the current Chief
Minister of Manipur. He began his career as a footballer and got recruited in
the Border Security Force playing for its team in domestic competitions. He
resigned from the BSF and turned to journalism.
Q.75 Centre
National Solar Mission has set a target of providing 20,000 MW solar power by
________.
2022
Explanation: Centre National Solar Mission has set a
target of providing 20,000 MW solar power by 2022.
Q.76 Khudol LGBTQI initiative of Ya_All of _________.
Manipur
Explanation: The United Nations (UN) has listed
Manipur’s "khudol" (gift) among the top 10 global initiatives for an
inclusive fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. It was listed by the United
Nations Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth.
Q.77 ________ developed 'Parabolic Trough Collector',
a new trough collector equipped with enhanced energy to serve industries.
IIT-Madras
Explanation: Indian Institute of Madras (IIT-M)
developed 'Parabolic Trough Collector', a new trough collector equipped with
enhanced energy to serve industries. The discovery is expected to pave the way
for sustainable energy solutions in agriculture and industrial process heat
sectors. It has been designed in a way to help manufacturers in solar energy
devices.
Q.78 Which Indian initiative has been listed as one of
the top 10 global initiatives to fight COVID-19 pandemic?
khudol
Explanation: The United Nations (UN) has listed
Manipur’s "khudol" (gift) among the top 10 global initiatives for an
inclusive fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. It was listed by the United
Nations Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth.
Q.79 A Webinar series titled Biodiversity Conservation
and Biological Diversity Act, _________ was launched.
2002
Explanation: Government of India launched five key
initiatives towards conservation of biodiversity during the occasion of
International Day for Biological Diversity 2020. The initiatives were launched
by the Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Prakash
Javadekar. One of the 5 initiatives is a webinar. The webinar series titled
"Biodiversity Conservation and Biological Diversity Act, 2002" was
launched.
Q.80 Who is appointed by World Bank to Key position on
Climate Change, Disaster Management in South Asia?
Abhas Jha
Explanation: Indian economist Abhas Jha has been
appointed by the World Bank to a key position on climate change and disaster
management in South Asia. Jha's appointment comes during the time when Cyclone
Amphan has badly hit West Bengal, Orissa in India, and Bangladesh.
Q.81 Who launched the Biodiversity Samrakshan
Internship Programm?
National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) & United Nations Development Programme
(UNDP)
Explanation: Government of India launched five key
initiatives towards conservation of biodiversity during the occasion of
International Day for Biological Diversity 2020. One of the initiatives is the
Biodiversity Samrakshan Internship Programme. It was launched by the National
Biodiversity Authority (NBA) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
The programme proposes to engage 20 students with postgraduate degrees for a
period of one year through an open, transparent, online competitive process.
Q.82 ICMR to use ________ to lower coronavirus
activity better than hydroxychloroquine to treat the COVID-19 patients.
Kangra Tea
Explanation: The Indian Council of Medical Research
(ICMR) has announced that it is to replace hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) with Kangra
tea to improve immunity and possibly reduce viral replication, in the revised
protocol.
Q.83 _________ developed electrochemical sensing
platform for detecting carcinogenic and mutagenic compounds in food.
IASST
Explanation: Institute of Advanced Study in Science
and Technology (IASST), Guwahati, developed an electrochemical sensing
platform. It will detect carcinogenic or mutagenic compound
N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) and N-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDEA) that are found
in food items like cured meat, bacon, some cheese, and low-fat milk. It was
achieved by developing a modified electrode by immobilizing carbon nanomaterials
(carbon dots) in Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA).
Q.84 Where is the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter
Sciences (CeNS) located?
Bengaluru
Explanation: The Centre for Nano and Soft Matter
Sciences (CeNS) is an autonomous research institute under the Department of
Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. DST provides core support to
the Centre in the form of a grant-in-aid for conducting basic and applied
research in nano and soft matter sciences. CeNS is located at Jalahalli,
Bengaluru.
Q.85 When was the first International Day to End
Obstetric Fistula (IDEOF) observed?
2013
Explanation: The United Nations first observed the
International Day to End Obstetric Fistula in 2013. The day aims to raise
awareness of this issue and mobilize support around the globe.
Q.86 When was Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences
(CeNS) established?
1991
Explanation: Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences
(CeNS) was established in 1991 by an eminent liquid crystal scientist, Prof. S.
Chandrasekhar, FRS. The Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) is an
autonomous research institute under Department of Science and Technology (DST),
Government of India. DST provides core support to the Centre in the form of a
grant-in-aid for conducting basic and applied research in nano and soft matter
sciences. CeNS is located at Jalahalli, Bengaluru.
Q.87 What is the theme for International Day to End
Obstetric Fistula (IDEOF) 2020?
End gender inequality! End health
inequities! End Fistula now!
Explanation: The theme for International Day to End
Obstetric Fistula (IDEOF) 2020 is "End gender inequality! End health
inequities! End Fistula now!". The theme urges universal access to quality
maternal health care, preventive measures. It also aims to increase the attention
to affected women and prioritize girls and their health.
Q.88 _________ developed a cup-shaped design mask that
helps to create enough space in front of the mouth while speaking to tackle
COVID-19.
CeNS
Explanation: Researchers at Centre for Nano and Soft
Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bangalore developed a cup-shaped design mask that helps
to create enough space in front of the mouth while speaking to tackle COVID-19.
It has been transferred to a Bangalore based company for mass production.
Q.89 When is the International Day to End Obstetric
Fistula observed?
23 MayCorrect Image
Explanation: International Day to End Obstetric
Fistula (IDEOF) is observed on 23 May. The day is celebrated by the United
Nations. In 2003, the United Nations Population Fund (UNPF), formerly known as
the United Nations Fund for Population Activities (UNFPA) and its partners had
launched a global campaign to End Obstetric Fistula.
Q.90 On 22 May, RBI adjusted the reverse repo rate to
_______ from 3.75%.
3.35%
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cuts repo
rate by 40 basis points (bps) to 4% from 4.4% on 22 May. The Central Bank also
adjusted the reverse repo rate to 3.35% from 3.75%. The announcement was made
by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.
Q.91 When was the International Day for Biological
Diversity (IDB) first initiated?
1993
Explanation: IDB was first initiated by the Second
Committee of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) on 29 December 1993, when the
Convention of Biological Diversity came into force. In December 2000, the UNGA
adopted 22 May as IDB with an aim to commemorate the adoption of the text of
the Convention on 22 May 1992 by the Nairobi Final Act of the Conference for
the Adoption of the Agreed Text of the Convention on Biological Diversity.
Q.92 On 22 May, RBI cuts repo rate to ________ from
4.4%.
4%
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cuts repo
rate by 40 basis points (bps) to 4% from 4.4% on 22 May. The Central Bank also
adjusted the reverse repo rate to 3.35% from 3.75%. The announcement was made
by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.
Q.93 What is the theme for the 2020 International Day
for Biological Diversity?
Our solutions are in nature
Explanation: The theme for 2020 International Day for
Biological Diversity is "Our solutions are in nature". The theme
emphasizes hope, solidarity, and the importance of working together at all
levels to build a future of life in harmony with nature. The theme aims to
increase the resilience of nations and communities as the world countries are
recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.94 Reserve Bank of India cuts repo rate by ________
on 22 May amid Lockdown.
40 bps
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cuts repo
rate by 40 basis points (bps) to 4% from 4.4% on 22 May. The Central Bank also
adjusted the reverse repo rate to 3.35% from 3.75%. The announcement was made
by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.
Q.95 When is the International Day for Biological
Diversity observed?
22 May
Explanation: International Day for Biological
Diversity (IDB) is observed on 22 May. The day to increase understanding and
awareness of biodiversity issues. It calls people to re-examine human
relationship to the natural world.
Q.96 Who is the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh?
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Explanation: Shivraj Singh Chouhan often referred to
as Mamaji is an Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He
is the 17th and current Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, having been elected
to the same position 3 times in the past and a Member of Legislative Assembly
in Madhya Pradesh.
Q.97 When did UNGA proclaim the observation of
International Tea Day?
2019
Explanation: In 2019, the United Nations General
Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed 21 May as International Tea Day as it recognized the
long history and deep cultural and economic significance of tea around the
world. UNGA recognized that tea has medicinal value and has the potential of
bringing health benefits to people.
Q.98 Which State is to launch Everybody will get an
employment scheme?
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh State Government is to
launch Everybody will get employment scheme. The scheme will be inaugurated by
Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan through video conferencing. Under this
scheme, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA) job
cards will be distributed to the labourers.
Q.99 When is the International Tea Day observed?
21 May
Explanation: International Tea Day is observed on 21
May every year. The day provides an opportunity to celebrate the cultural heritage,
health benefits, and economic importance of tea. The day is celebrated by the
United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).
Q.100 RBI announced ________ line of credit (LoC) to
EXIM Bank on 22 May to help the sagging foreign trade.
Rs.15,000 crore
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced
Rs.15,000 crore line of credit (LoC) to the Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM)
on 22 May. The move by RBI is to help the sagging foreign trade. EXIM Bank
depends on foreign currency borrowings for its operations. The Bank has failed
to raise the resources due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.101 When did UNGA first declare the observation of
World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development?
2002
Explanation: The United Nations General Assembly
(UNGA) first declared the observation of World Day for Cultural Diversity for
Dialogue and Development in 2002. The move followed UNESCO's adoption of the
2001 Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity which recognized the need to
enhance the potential of culture as a means of achieving prosperity,
sustainable development, and global peaceful coexistence.
Q.102 NTPC has ________ of installed Renewable power
projects in its portfolio and about 2300 MW of RE projects under construction.
920
MW
Explanation: NTPC has 920 MW of installed Renewable
power projects in its portfolio and about 2300 MW of RE projects under
construction.
Q.103 When is the World Day for Cultural Diversity for
Dialogue and Development observed?
21 May
Explanation: World Day for Cultural Diversity for
Dialogue and Development is observed on 21 May. The day celebrates the richness
of the world's cultures and the essential role of intercultural dialogue for
achieving peace and sustainable development. The day aims to promote culture
and highlight the significance of its diversity as an agent of inclusion and
positive change.
Q.104 NTPC Ltd signed MoU with ________ for the
Renewable Energy business.
ONGC
Explanation: NTPC Ltd., the PSU under Ministry of
Power, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Oil and Natural Gas
Corporation Limited (ONGC), the PSU under Ministry of Petroleum & Natural
Gas on 22 May. The MoU aimed to set up a Joint Venture (JV) Company for the
Renewable Energy business.
Q.105 Scientists
from _________ discovered new ways to prevent memory loss due to Alzheimer by
using 'Trojan peptides' to arrest the aggregation of the neurotoxic molecules.
IIT-Guwahati
Explanation: Researchers at the Indian Institute of
Technology (IIT) Guwahati have discovered a new method to help prevent or
reduce short-term memory losses associated with Alzheimer's disease. In this
method, the researchers used 'Trojan peptides' to arrest the aggregation of the
neurotoxic molecules.
Q.106 MoD has notified _________ items where purchase
preference is given to local suppliers as per Public Procurement (Preference to
Make in India) Order 2017.
127
Explanation: MoD has notified 127 items where purchase
preference is given to local suppliers as per Public Procurement (Preference to
Make in India) Order 2017. MoD has already procured 26 out of 127 items from
the local suppliers. The 26 items include helo landing grids, inflatable boats,
oil pumps, high-temperature gasket among others.
Q.107 Where is Konark Temple located?
Odisha
Explanation: Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century CE
Sun Temple at Konark about 35 kilometres northeast from Puri on the coastline
of Odisha, India. The temple is attributed to king Narasimhadeva I of the
Eastern Ganga Dynasty about 1250 CE.
Q.108 When was the Odisha State formed?
1936
Explanation: Odisha State was formed on 1 April 1936,
as a province in British India, and consisted of Odia-speaking regions. 1 April
is celebrated as Utkala Dibasa.
Q.109 MoD approves _______ Defence items from local
suppliers to boost Make in India.
26
Explanation: Ministry of Defence (MoD) has approved
the procurement of 26 defence items only from local suppliers to boost the
"Make in India" initiative. GoI has issued Public Procurement
(Preference to Make in India) Order 2017 to promote the manufacturing and
production of goods and services in India. MoD approved 26 Defence items from
local suppliers to boost Make in India.
Q.110 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.111 ________ launched Agappe Chitra Magna.
SCTIMST
Explanation: Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical
Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) launched the "Agappe Chitra Magna",
a magnetic nanoparticle-based RNA extraction kit for use during testing for
detection of COVID-19. The RNA extraction kit was developed by SCTIMST along
with Agappe Diagnostics Ltd, an in vitro diagnostics manufacturing company
based in Cochin.
Q.112 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, technological,
educational, and cultural importance of East India.
Q.113 When was Former PM Rajiv Gandhi assassinated?
1991
Explanation: The former Prime Minister of India Rajiv
Gandhi was assassinated on 21 May 1991. He was killed in Tamil Nadu in a
campaign by the terrorist. Following this tragedy, under the V.P. Singh
government, the Centre has decided to observe 21 May as Anti Terrorism Day.
Q.114 GoI has issued Public Procurement (Preference to
Make in India) Order _______ to promote the manufacturing and production of
goods and services in India.
2017
Explanation: GoI has issued Public Procurement
(Preference to Make in India) Order 2017 to promote the manufacturing and
production of goods and services in India.
Q.115 National Anti-Terrorism Day marks the
assasination of ________.
Rajiv Gandhi
Explanation: National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed
on 21 May every year in India. The day aims to raise awareness about the
anti-social act of terrorism and its impact on human suffering and lives. The
day marks the death anniversary of the Former Prime Minister of India. The day
also aims to spread the message of peace and humanity and to promote unity
among people.
Q.116 What is the cost of the Agappe Chitra Magna, the
magnetic nanoparticle-based RNA extraction kit for use during testing for the
detection of COVID-19?
Rs.150
Explanation: Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical
Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) launched the "Agappe Chitra Magna",
a magnetic nanoparticle-based RNA extraction kit for use during testing for
detection of COVID-19. The RNA extraction kit was developed by SCTIMST along
with Agappe Diagnostics Ltd, an in vitro diagnostics manufacturing company
based in Cochin. The cost of Agappe Chitra Magna is Rs.150, whereas the imported
costs around Rs 300.
Q.117 When is the National Anti-Terrorism Day
observed?
21
May
Explanation: National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed
on 21 May every year in India. The day aims to raise awareness about the
anti-social act of terrorism and its impact on human suffering and lives. The
day marks the death anniversary of the Former Prime Minister of India. The day
also aims to spread the message of peace and humanity and to promote unity
among people.
Q.118 Under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, GoI
aims to double the fishers, fish farmers, and fish workers' incomes by
________.
2024
Explanation: The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
scheme aims to bring about Blue Revolution through sustainable and responsible
development of the fisheries sector in India under two components namely,
Central Sector Scheme (CS) and Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS). The main
objective of the scheme is the doubling of fishers, fish farmers, and fish
workers' incomes by 2024.
Q.119 Where is the headquarters of the World Health
Assembly (WHA) located?
Geneva
Explanation: The World Health Assembly is the forum
through which the World Health Organization is governed by its 194 member
states. It is the world's highest health policy setting body and is composed of
health ministers from member states. The headquarters is located in Geneva,
Switzerland.
Q.120 Cabinet approved the extension for the welfare
of Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY) up to ________.
2023
Explanation: The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister
Narendra Modi approved the extension for the welfare of Pradhan Mantri Vaya
Vandana Yojana (PMVVY). It aims to enable old age income security for Senior
Citizens. As per the approval, the scheme is extended up to 31 March 2023 for a
further period of three years beyond 31 March 2020.
Q.121 BCG vaccine is used to treat ________.
TB
Explanation: BCG vaccine is derived from an isolate of
Mycobacterium Bovis. It uses a live attenuated strain where the potency of the
pathogen is artificially disabled, but identifying characters are retained.
This method is used across the world, including in India for decades, against
tuberculosis (TB).
Q.122 When is the World Bee day observed?
20 May
Explanation: World Bee day is observed on 20 May every
year. The day aims to strengthen measures to protect bees and other
pollinators. The day aims to spread awareness about the significance of
pollinators like bees, butterflies, bats, and sparrows.
Q.123 BCG vaccine is derived from an isolate of
_________.
Mycobacterium Bovis
Explanation: BCG vaccine is derived from an isolate of
Mycobacterium Bovis. It uses a live attenuated strain where the potency of the
pathogen is artificially disabled, but identifying characters are retained.
This method is used across the world, including in India for decades, against
tuberculosis (TB).
Q.124 ICMR is to conduct a 10-month trial on the
________ vaccine to prevent COVID-19.
BCG
Explanation: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
is to conduct a 10-month trial on the Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine.
The trial is to find a vaccine to prevent COVID-19. BCG vaccine is derived from
an isolate of Mycobacterium Bovis. It uses a live attenuated strain where the
potency of the pathogen is artificially disabled, but identifying characters
are retained. This method is used across the world, including in India for
decades, against tuberculosis (TB).
Q.125 When was the first World Bee day observed?
2018
Explanation: The United Nations initiated the
observation of World Bee day. The days also commemorate the birth anniversary
of the pioneer of beekeeping Anton Jansa who was born in 1734 in Slovenia. The
UN Member States approved the proposal of World Bee Day in December 2017. The
first World Bee Day was celebrated on 20 May 2018.
Q.126 When was the Ayushman Bharat Mission launched?
2018
Explanation: Ayushman Bharat or the National Health
Protection Mission (AB-NHPM) was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in
September 2018 in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The mission is popularly known as
Modicare. The Centre's flagship health insurance programme aims to provide Rs.5
lakh hospitalization cover to up to 107.4 million poor and vulnerable families.
Q.127 When did the UN Member States approve the
proposal of World Bee Day?
2017
Explanation: The United Nations initiated the
observation of World Bee day. The days also commemorate the birth anniversary
of the pioneer of beekeeping Anton Jansa who was born in 1734 in Slovenia. The
UN Member States approved the proposal of World Bee Day in December 2017.
Q.128 The Executive Board is composed of ________
individuals who are technically qualified in the field of health, each one
designated by a member state elected to do so by the WHA.
34
Explanation: The Executive Board is composed of 34
individuals who are technically qualified in the field of health, each one
designated by a member state elected to do so by the WHA.
Q.129 The World Bee day commemorate of the birth
anniversary of ________.
Anton Jansa
Explanation: The United Nations initiated the
observation of World Bee day. The days also commemorate the birth anniversary
of the pioneer of beekeeping Anton Jansa who was born in 1734 in Slovenia.
Q.130 Who has been named as the chairman of WHO
Executive Board?
Harsh
Vardhan
Explanation: The Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan
has been elected as the chairman of the World Health Organisation's (WHO)
Executive Board. He will assume the charge on 22 May 2020. He will succeed Dr.
Hiroki Nakatani of Japan, who is the current Chairman of the WHO Executive
Board. The proposal to appoint India's nominee to the executive board was
signed by the 194-nation World Health Assembly (WHA).
Q.131 What is the theme for the 2020 World Bee Day?
Save the Bees
Explanation: The theme for 2020 World Bee Day is
"Save the Bees". The theme aims to stress the protection of bees and
other pollinators. It also aims at protecting the natural habitat of
pollinators.
Q.132 Who is the current chairman of the WHO Executive
Board?
Hiroki Nakatani
Explanation: Dr. Hiroki Nakatani is the chairman of
the WHO Executive Board. He serves Professor for Global Initiatives at Keio
University. He is also a Specially Appointed Professor at Osaka University.
Q.133 When was National Bank for Agriculture and Rural
Development (NABARD) established?
1982
Explanation: National Bank for Agriculture and Rural
Development (NABARD) was established on 12 July 1982. The Bank has been
entrusted with matters concerning Policy Planning and Operations in the field
of credit for Agriculture and other Economic activities in Rural areas in
India. NABARD is active in developing the Financial Inclusion policy.
Q.134 Who is the Director-General of WHO?
Tedros Adhanom
Explanation: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus is an
Ethiopian public health researcher and official. He has served since 2017 as
Director-General of the World Health Organization.
Q.135 NABARD released _________ to co-operative banks
and RRBs for on-lending to help farmers.
Rs.20,500 crore
Explanation: National Bank for Agriculture and Rural
Development (NABARD) released Rs.20,500 crore to co-operative banks and
regional rural banks (RRBs) for on-lending. It aims to ensure the availability
of liquidity with the Banks to finance farmers for taking up pre-monsoon and
Kharif 2020 operations.
Q.136 When was the World Health Organization (WHO)
established?
1948
Explanation: The World Health Organization (WHO) is a
specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public
health. WHO was established on 7 April 1948.
Q.137 FIEO functions under __________.
Ministry of Commerce
Explanation: FIEO is the apex trade promotion
organization. It was set up by the Ministry of Commerce and private trade and
industry. It is responsible to represent and assist Indian entrepreneurs and
exporters in foreign markets.
Q.138 Charan Paduka initiative aims to help ________.
migrant labourers
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh state government launched
the Charan Paduka initiative. The first of its kind of initiative is for the
migrant labourers passing through the Madhya Pradesh. Under the Charan Paduka
campaign, the migrant labourers who are heading back to their native land will
be provided shoes and slippers to reduce their pain.
Q.139 When was the Federation of Indian Export
Organisations (FIEO) established?
1965
Explanation: Federation of Indian Export Organisations
(FIEO) was established in 1965. FIEO is the apex trade promotion organization.
It was set up by the Ministry of Commerce and private trade and industry. It is
responsible to represent and assist Indian entrepreneurs and exporters in
foreign markets.
Q.140 Which State launched the Charan Paduka
initiative?
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh state government launched
the Charan Paduka initiative. The first of its kind of initiative is for the
migrant labourers passing through the Madhya Pradesh.
Q.141 FIEO reported that the export from India is
expected to fall by ________ in the current fiscal year due to the COVID-19
pandemic.
20%
Explanation: The Federation of Indian Export
Organisations (FIEO) reported that the export from India is expected to fall by
20%, around $50-$60 billion, in the current fiscal year due to the COVID-19
pandemic. It also suggested a decline in imports.
Q.142 _________ governs the World Health Organization
(WHO).
WHA
Explanation: World Health Assembly (WHA) governs the
World Health Organization (WHO) is governed by its member states. WHA is the
world's highest health policy body. It has been composed of the health
ministries from its 194 member states.
Q.143 When was the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U)
launched?
2014
Explanation: Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U) was
launched in 2014. Under the mission, both sanitation and solid waste management
have shown significant improvement.
Q.144 Who represented India at the World Health
Assembly (WHA) held on 18 May?
Harsh Vardhan
Explanation: India participated in the 73rd World
Health Assembly (WHA) on 18 May. India was represented by Dr. Harsh Vardhan,
Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare through video conference. WHA
addressed Global Vaccine Plan, polio eradication, and neglected tropical
diseases other than COVID-19.
Q.145 How many states received the 5-Star Rating of
garbage-free cities for the assessment year 2019-2020 by the Ministry of
Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA)?
6
Explanation: Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
(MoHUA) announced results of the Star rating of garbage-free cities for the
assessment year 2019-2020. A total of six cities have been certified as 5-Star,
65 cities as 3-Star, and 70 cities as 1-Star. The 6 5-star rated cities are
Ambikapur, Rajkot, Surat, Mysuru, Indore, and Navi Mumbai.
Q.146 India participated in the _______ World Health
Assembly (WHA) on 18 May.
73rd
Explanation: India participated in the 73rd World
Health Assembly (WHA) on 18 May. India was represented by Dr. Harsh Vardhan,
Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare through video conference. WHA
addressed Global Vaccine Plan, polio eradication, and neglected tropical
diseases other than COVID-19.
Q.147 How many member states are there in the World
Health Assembly (WHA)?
194
Explanation: The WHA, composed of representatives from
all 194 member states, serves as the agency's supreme decision-making body. It
also elects and advises an Executive Board made up of 34 health specialists.
Q.148 As per the recommendations of the Shekatkar
Committee of Experts (CoE), MoD is to adopt Engineering Procurement Contract
(EPC) mode for execution of all works costing more than __________.
Rs.100 crore
Explanation: Government has decided to implement three
important recommendations of the Shekatkar Committee of Experts (CoE). GoI has
implemented the recommendation of CoE to outsource road construction work
beyond the optimal capacity of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). As per the
recommendation, Centre has made it mandatory to adopt Engineering Procurement
Contract (EPC) mode for execution of all works costing more than Rs.100 crore.
Q.149 Who was sworn in as the Prime Minister of
Israel?
Benjamin Netanyahu
Explanation: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finally
swore in his new government on 17 May for the fifth time. The ceremony of the
swearing-in of Israel's new government, the Knesset, was held in accordance
with coronavirus social distancing directives. Netanyahu will be in power until
13 November 2021. This ended the 18-month political crisis in the country.
Q.150 ________ launched AA+ COVID-19 Testing Solution
to detect coronavirus in less than 5 minutes.
ESDS Software Solution
Explanation: IT solutions provider ESDS Software
Solution has developed AA+ COVID-19 Testing Solution, a rapid COVID-19
detection solution powered by Deepiotics. The solution is an AI-enabled tool
that detects COVID-19 from Chest X-rays (CXRs). AA+ COVID-19 Testing Solution
has been designed in a way that it can indicate whether the patient is
suffering from COVID-19 in less than 5 minutes.
Q.151 ISRO has directed the startups to develop tools
and machines for ________.
Gaganyaan mission
Explanation: India's space agency Indian Space
Research Organisation (ISRO) has directed the startups to develop tools and
machines for its maiden human space flight Gaganyaan-1 mission. ISRO focuses to
potentially help them build products and solutions that they can exploit commercially.
The move is expected to open up opportunities for new types of companies to
come up in India
Q.152 When was the International Telecommunication
Union (ITU) established?
1865
Explanation: International Telecommunication Union
(ITU) was established on 17 May 1865. ITU is responsible for issues that
concern information and communication technologies. It is the oldest global
international organization.
Q.153 How many startups has ISRO identified to develop
locally at lower costs for use in its Gaganyaan missions?
17
Explanation: Amid lockdown, ISRO has identified a set
of 17 technologies that to develop locally at lower costs for use in its
Gaganyaan missions.
Q.154 World Telecommunication and Information Society
Day commemorates the establishment of _________.
ITU
Explanation: World Telecommunication and Information
Society Day was initiated by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The
Day has been celebrated annually on 17 May since 1969. The day commemorates the
establishment of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on 17 May
1865.
Q.155 When was the World Hypertension Day observed for
the first time?
2005
Explanation: The observation of World Hypertension Day
was initiated by the World Hypertension League (WHL). The day was first
inaugurated in May 2005. WHL is an affiliated section of the International
Society of Hypertension (ISH).
Q.156 When was the World Telecommunication and
Information Society Day celebrated for the first time?
1969
Explanation: World Telecommunication and Information
Society Day was initiated by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The
Day has been celebrated annually on 17 May since 1969. The day commemorates the
establishment of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on 17 May
1865.
Q.157 Who initiated the World Hypertension Day?
World Hypertension League
Explanation: The observation of World Hypertension Day
was initiated by the World Hypertension League (WHL). The day was first
inaugurated in May 2005. WHL is an affiliated section of the International
Society of Hypertension (ISH).
Q.158 What is the theme for the 2020 World
Telecommunication and Information Society Day?
Connect 2030: ICTs for the Sustainable
Development Goals
Explanation: The theme for the year 2020 World
Telecommunication and Information Society Day is "Connect 2030: ICTs for
the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)." The theme focuses to achieve
five SDGs and aim for environmental, economic, and social sustainability. These
five plans include growth, inclusiveness, sustainability, innovation, and
partnership.
Q.159 What is the theme of 2020 World Hypertension
Day?
Measure Your Blood Pressure, Control It, Live
Longer
Explanation: The theme of 2020 World Hypertension Day
is "Measure Your Blood Pressure, Control It, Live Longer." It focuses
to create awareness about raising high blood pressure (BP) in all the
populations around the world.
Q.160 When is the World Telecommunication and
Information Society Day observed?
17 May
Explanation: World Telecommunication and Information
Society Day was observed on 17 May. The day aims to celebrate the power of
telecommunication and its importance in building relationships across cultures
around the world.
Q.161 When is World Hypertension Day observed?
17
May
Explanation: World Hypertension Day (WHD) is observed
on 17 May every year. The day aims to promote public awareness of hypertension.
It also encourages all the people across the world to prevent and control this
silent killer.
Q.162 On which social media, researchers recently
found a new species fungi?
Twitter
Explanation: Researchers from the University of
Copenhagen's Natural History Museum of Denmark discover new species of
parasitic fungus via Twitter. The newly discovered fungus was named "Troglomyces
twitteri", after Twitter.
Q.163 Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu was
sworn in for the ______ time.
5th
Explanation: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finally
swore in his new government on 17 May for the fifth time. The ceremony of the
swearing-in of Israel's new government, the Knesset, was held in accordance
with coronavirus social distancing directives. Netanyahu will be in power until
13 November 2021. This ended the 18-month political crisis in the country.
Q.164 When did the first successful operation of the
laser happen?
1960
Explanation: The first successful operation of the
laser happened in 1960 by Theodore Maiman, the physicist, and engineer.
Q.165 Who is the Governor of Sikkim?
Ganga Prasad
Explanation: Ganga Prasad Chaurasia is an Indian
politician who is currently the Governor of the state of Sikkim and former
Governor of Meghalaya. He was a member of the Bihar legislative council and
served as leader of the opposition during the RJD regime.
Q.166 Who developed next-generation biodegradable
metal implants?
ARCI & SCTIMST
Explanation: Scientists from the International
Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI) and
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences (SCTIMST), Thiruvananthapuram,
under the Department of Science & Technology (DST) jointly developed new
generation Iron-Manganese based alloys for biodegradable metal implants for use
in humans.
Q.167 Sikkim celebrated ________ State Day on May
2020.
45th
Explanation: Sikkim celebrated 45th State Day on 16
May 2020. It was celebrated in a brief function held at Chintan Bhawan
premises, Gangtok. The function was graced by Governor of Sikkim Shri Ganga
Prasad and Chief Minister Shri Prem Singh Tamang amid lockdown.
Q.168 GoI, West Bengal state government, and Asian
Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) signed a loan agreement for a __________
project.
$145 million
Explanation: The Government of India (GoI), West
Bengal state government, and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)
signed a loan agreement for a $145 million project. The main objective is to
improve flood management and irrigation services in the Damodar Valley Command
Area (DVCA) in West Bengal state.
Q.169 When is the Statehood day of Sikkim celebrated?
16 May
Explanation: Sikkim celebrated 45th State Day on 16
May 2020. It was celebrated in a brief function held at Chintan Bhawan
premises, Gangtok. The function was graced by Governor of Sikkim Shri Ganga
Prasad and Chief Minister Shri Prem Singh Tamang amid lockdown.
Q.170 When is the International Day of Light observed?
16 May
Explanation: International Day of Light is observed on
16 May. The day marks the 60th anniversary of the first successful operation of
the laser in 1960 by Theodore Maiman, the physicist, and engineer. The day aims
to raise awareness about the important role played by all the light-based
technologies in the lives of people in areas of education, art, and culture
sustainable development, science & technology, and in fields as diverse as
medicine, communications, and energy.
Q.171 The Government of India (GoI) and the World Bank
signed ________ proposed for Accelerating India's COVID-19 Social Protection
Response Programme.
$1 billion
Explanation: The Government of India (GoI) and the
World Bank signed a $750 million of $1 billion proposed for Accelerating
India's COVID-19 Social Protection Response Programme. The agreement aims to
support India's efforts at providing social assistance to the poor and
vulnerable households, severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.172 Under the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, the
farmers would be paid ________ per acre for paddy, corn, and sugarcane crops,
based on the registered and procured area for the Kharif season.
Rs.10,000
Explanation: Under the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana,
the state government will inject Rs.5100 crore into the state's rural economy
by directly transferring the grant amount through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
into the accounts of farmers. For this scheme, the state had made the provision
for the scheme in the Budget 2020-21. The farmers would be paid Rs.10,000 per
acre for paddy, corn, and sugarcane crops, based on the registered and procured
area for the Kharif season.
Q.173 Who developed mobile indoor Disinfection Sprayer
units, Battery Powered Disinfectant Sprayer (BPDS), and Pneumatically Operated
Mobile Indoor Disinfection (POMID)?
CSIR
Explanation: Scientists at CSIR-Central Mechanical
Engineering Research Institute (CMERI), Durgapur, have developed two mobile
indoor Disinfection Sprayer units, Battery Powered Disinfectant Sprayer (BPDS)
and Pneumatically Operated Mobile Indoor Disinfection (POMID). These
disinfection units can be used for cleaning and disinfecting pathogenic
micro-organisms effectively, especially in hospitals.
Q.174 Under the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, the
Chhattisgarh state government will inject _________ into the state's rural
economy by directly transferring the grant amount through Direct Benefit
Transfer (DBT) into the accounts of farmers.
Rs.5100 crore
Explanation: Under the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana,
the Chhattisgarh state government will inject Rs.5100 crore into the state's
rural economy by directly transferring the grant amount through Direct Benefit Transfer
(DBT) into the accounts of farmers.
Q.175 Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTID)
Scheme will run for a duration of _________ years.
5
Explanation: Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme
(DTID) Scheme will run for a duration of 5 years. Unser the scheme, the MoD set
up 6-8 new test facilities in partnership with the private industry.
Q.176 Which state government is to launch Rajiv Gandhi
Kisan Nyay Yojana?
Chhattisgarh
Explanation: Chhattisgarh State government is to
launch Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana on 21 May on the commemoration of the
death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. The scheme is aimed to
stimulate the rural economy in the state, amid the slowdown caused by the
COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.177 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh approved the
launch of the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS) with an outlay of
________.
Rs.400 crore
Explanation: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh approved
the launch of the Defence Testing Infrastructure Scheme (DTIS) with an outlay of
Rs.400 crore. The aim is to create a state of the art testing infrastructure
for the defence sector and to boost domestic defence and aerospace
manufacturing.
Q.178 Which is the capital of Sikkim?
Gangtok
Explanation: Sikkim's capital and largest city is
Gangtok. Almost 35% of the state is covered by the Khangchendzonga National
Park. The Kingdom of Sikkim was founded by the Namgyal dynasty in the 17th
century. It was ruled by a Buddhist priest-king known as the Chogyal.
Q.179 When was the National Institute of
Pharmaceutical Education and Research-Guwahati (NIPER-G) established?
2008
Explanation: National Institute of Pharmaceutical
Education and Research, Guwahati (NIPER-Guwahati) established 2008, is an
Indian public Pharmacy research university, and a part of the seven schools,
under India's Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
Q.180 When was the Sikkim state formed?
1975
Explanation: Sikkim was formed on 16 May 1975.
Q.181 Who
developed two products, 3D-printed hands-free object & 3D-printed
antimicrobial face-shield, to help in the fight against the outbreak of the
COVID-19 pandemic?
National Institute of Pharmaceutical
Education and Research-Guwahati
Explanation: National Institute of Pharmaceutical
Education and Research-Guwahati (NIPER-G) has developed two products,
3D-printed hands-free object & 3D-printed antimicrobial face-shield, to
help in the fight against the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The devices
are expected to play a key role in containing the transmission of coronavirus
from one person to another through bare hand contacts or contaminated surface
source.
Q.182 Who is the Chief Minister of Sikkim?
Pema Khandu
Explanation: Prem Singh Tamang, better known as Golay,
is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister of Sikkim and leader and
founder of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha. Prior to forming the party, he was a
key member of the Sikkim Democratic Front Party.Prem Singh Tamang, better known
as Golay, is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister of Sikkim and
leader and founder of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha. Prior to forming the party,
he was a key member of the Sikkim Democratic Front Party.Prem Singh Tamang,
better known as Golay, is an Indian politician and the current Chief Minister
of Sikkim and leader and founder of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha. Prior to
forming the party, he was a key member of the Sikkim Democratic Front Party.
Q.183 When was e-NAM launched?
2016
Explanation: E-NAM was launched in 2016. It aims to
network all the existing Mandis on a common online market platform as 'One
Nation, One Market' for agricultural commodities in the country. It also aims
at reducing transaction costs, bridging information asymmetries, and helping
the expansion of market access for farmers and other stakeholders.
Q.184 Sohrai Khovar painting which was GI tagged is
from ________.
Jharkhand
Explanation: Jharkhand's Sohrai Khovar painting is a
traditional and ritualistic mural art. It is practised by local tribal women
during local harvest and marriage seasons. The art is drawn using the local,
naturally available soils of different colours in the area of the Hazaribagh
district of Jharkhand. The art is traditionally painted on the walls of mud
houses. It is now seen on other surfaces, too. The style features a profusion
of lines, dots, animal figures and plants, often representing religious
iconography.
Q.185 Who developed injectable Silk Fibroin-based
hydrogel for sustained Insulin delivery in diabetic patients?
JNCASR
Explanation: Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced
Scientific Research (JNCASR) has recently developed an injectable Silk
fibroin-based hydrogel for sustained insulin delivery in diabetic patients. The
injectable Silk fibroin-based hydrogel is developed using the biocompatible additives,
The injectable SF hydrogel (iSFH) can ease insulin delivery in diabetic
patients. The injection was tested on diabetic rats.
Q.186 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned
Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sachet and two interceptor boats (IBs) C-450 and
C-451 in _______ through video conferencing from Delhi.
Goa
Explanation: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
commissioned Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sachet and two interceptor boats
(IBs) C-450 and C-451 in Goa through video conferencing from Delhi.
Q.187 Who developed lightweight carbon foam that can
replace lead batteries?
INSPIRE
Explanation: INSPIRE under the Department of Science
& Technology (DST), Government of India has developed porous carbon
materials that have the potential to replace the lead grid in lead-acid
batteries. The carbon foam was developed by Dr. Rajeev Kumar from CSIR-Advanced
Materials and Processes Research Institute, Bhopal, a recipient of the INSPIRE
Faculty Award.
Q.188 Where is the headquarters of the World Trade Organization
(WTO) located?
Geneva
Explanation: World Trade Organization (WTO) was
established on 1 January 1995. It is headquartered at Geneva, Switzerland.
Q.189 Telia Rumal which was GI tagged recently is from
________.
Telangana
Explanation: Telangana's Telia Rumal cloth involves
intricate handmade work with cotton loom displaying a variety of designs and
motifs in three particular colours namely red, black and white. The cloth can
only be created using the traditional handloom process and not by any other
mechanical means. If not, it will lose the very quality of the Rumal.
Q.190 Tribal Affairs Ministry in partnership with
_______ launched Going Online As Leaders (GOAL) programme for Digital Skilling
of Tribal Youth across India.
FaceBook
Explanation: Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Arjun
Munda launched the "Going Online As Leaders (GOAL) programme of the
Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) in partnership with Facebook at a Webinar in
New Delhi on 15 May. The programme is in line with the vision of Prime Minister
Narendra Modi.
Q.191 When was the World Trade Organization (WTO)
established?
1995
Explanation: World Trade Organization (WTO) was
established on 1 January 1995.
Q.192 Who participated in the 2nd G-20 Virtual Trade
and Investment Ministers Meeting?
Piyush Goyal
Explanation: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry
Minister Piyush Goyal participated in the second G-20 Virtual Trade and
Investment Ministers Meeting. The meeting focused on immediate and concrete
actions that can ease the distress being faced by people all over the world due
to the COVID-19 pandemic. The second G20 Ministers Virtual Meeting was held
under the Saudi Presidency.
Q.193 The Head of WTO ________ has announced his
resignation, a year before his term expires. He will step down on 31 August
2020.
Roberto Azevedo
Explanation: The Head of the World Trade Organization
(WTO) Roberto Azevedo has announced his resignation, a year before his term
expires. He will step down on 31 August 2020.
Q.194 Which state is to implement a sensor-based
service delivery monitoring system under Jal Jeevan Mission?
Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat state government is to implement
a sensor-based service delivery monitoring system in the rural drinking water
sector under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The pilot project is already
underway in two districts of the state. The state is primarily a water-stressed
state. It has dealt with the crisis with a very strategic approach so far. The
state has good community involvement in drinking water supply management, which
began in 2002 through the Water and Sanitation Management Organisation (WASMO).
Q.195 Under SAMARTH, an e-Governance platform, how
many modules have been implemented in NIT, Kurukshetra?
38
Explanation: Department of Higher Education, Ministry
of Human Resource Development (MHRD) has developed an e-Governance platform,
SAMARTH Enterprises Resource Planning (ERP), under National Mission of
Education in Information and Communication Technology Scheme (NMEICT). So far,
a total of 38 modules have been implemented in NIT, Kurukshetra. They are
Organigram, Organizational Unit, Users, Employee Management, Grievance
Management (Employee), RTI Management, Legal Case Management, Leave Management,
Estate Management, Fee Management, Vendor Bill Tracking, File Management &
Tracking, Inventory Management, Research Project Management, Programmes
Management, Payroll, Recruitment Management, Health Facilities Management,
Knowledge Management, Transport Management, Content Federation (CFS), Training
& Placements, Hostel Management, Budget and Accounts, Sports Facilities
Management, Uni Web Portal, Student Lifecycle, Endowment, College Affiliation,
Student Feedback Management, Minutes and Retrieval/Document, Essential
Services, Alumni Management, Core Communication,IT Service Desk, Training of
Trainers Management(ToT) and Residence Allocation.
Q.196 When was the International Day of Families
celebrated for the first time?
1994
Explanation: In 1993, the United Nations passed a
resolution and designated the observation of the International Day of Families.
The day aims to encourage improved living standards and the social progress of
families in the world. The day aims to cater to the changing socio-economic
structures affecting the stability of families in different parts of the world.
The day was first observed in 1994.
Q.197 Who launched the e-Governance platform, SAMARTH?
Ministry of Human Resource Development
Explanation: Department of Higher Education, Ministry
of Human Resource Development (MHRD) has developed an e-Governance platform,
SAMARTH Enterprises Resource Planning (ERP), under the National Mission of
Education in Information and Communication Technology Scheme (NMEICT).
Q.198 What is the theme for the 2020 International Day
of Families?
Families in Development
Explanation: The theme for 2020 International Day of
Families is "Families in Development." The theme aims to portray the
importance of families and their roles in social development. The theme
stresses the importance of families and how much they mean in the context of
the pandemic COVID-19.
Q.199 The ________ Commonwealth Health Ministers'
Meeting through Video Conference on 14 May.
32nd
Explanation: Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of
Health & Family Welfare participated in the 32nd Commonwealth Health
Ministers' Meeting through Video Conference on 14 May. The timely, graded, and
proactive measures taken by the Indian government towards COVID-19 management
were highlighted during the meeting.
Q.200 When is the International Day of Families
observed?
15 May
Explanation: International Day of Families is
celebrated on 15 May every year. The day is celebrated to raise awareness
towards the significance of families and to overcome the aspects that might be
negatively affecting these efforts.
Q.201 What is
the theme of the Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting?
Delivering a co-ordinated Commonwealth
COVID-19 response
Explanation: Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of
Health & Family Welfare participated in the 32nd Commonwealth Health
Ministers' Meeting through Video Conference on 14 May. The theme of the
conference was "Delivering a co-ordinated Commonwealth COVID-19
response."
Q.202 ________ machine testing machine at the National
Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) by the Union Minister of Health & Family
Welfare Dr. Harsh Vardhan.
COBAS 6800
Explanation: Union Minister of Health & Family
Welfare Dr. Harsh Vardhan dedicated the COBAS 6800, first of its kind, testing
machine at the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to the nation on 14
May. GoI has procured such testing machines for testing of COVID-19 cases for
the first time. It is installed at NCDC. COBAS 6800 is a fully automated,
high-end machine that performs real-time PCR testing COVID-19 in the service of
the nation.
Q.203 _________ participated in the Commonwealth
Health Ministers Meeting.
Harsh Vardhan
Explanation: Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of
Health & Family Welfare participated in the 32nd Commonwealth Health
Ministers' Meeting through Video Conference on 14 May. The timely, graded, and
proactive measures taken by the Indian government towards COVID-19 management
were highlighted during the meeting.
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