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January 2018 Week 4 CA Q-A

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Q1. Who has been elected as the President of Finland? Answer: Sauli Niinisto Explanation: Finland has re-elected their popular and pragmatic president Sauli Niinisto, who is credited for maintaining a balanced relationship with the nations powerful neighbour Russia at a time of simmering relations between Moscow the West.

Q2. What is the projected range of s GDP growth for the fiscal 2018-19 as per the Economic Survey 2017-18? Answer: 7-7.5 % Explanation: Indias Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth for 2018-19 has been projected at 7 to 7.5 percent as per the Economic Survey 2017-18.

Q3. Name the winner of the Australian Open 2018 in the mens single category Answer: Roger Federer Explanation: Mens Singles – Roger Federer (Switzerland) Womens Singles – Caroline Wozniacki (Denmark) Mixed Doubles – Gabriela Dabrowski (Canada) – Mate Pavic (Croatia) Q4. The best Album of the Year award has been won by which album at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards? Answer: 24K Magic Explanation: Album Of The Year: 24K Magic by Bruno Mars Song of the Year: Bruno Mars, Thats What I Like Record Of The Year: Bruno Mars, 24K Magic

Q5. Recently the Chief Minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik, released a book on his father titled The Tall Man Biju Patnaik. Who is the author of the book? Answer: Sundar Ganesan Explanation: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik released a book on his father — The Tall Man Biju Patnaik — written by Sundar Ganesan, who said his material on Biju Patnaik was found scattered all over the world in countries like Indonesia, France, Germany, USA, Russia, Singapore, and other places. Q6. As per the Economic Survey 2017-18, the GDP growth of India is pegged at ______percent for the fiscal ending March 31, 2017 Answer: 6.75 percent Explanation: The Economic Survey sees GDP growth at 6.75 per cent in the current fiscal year, ending March 31, 2018.

Q7. Name the newly appointed Foreign Secretary of India to succeed Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar Answer: Vijay Keshav Gokhale Explanation: Senior diplomat Vijay Keshav Gokhale has assumed charges as the new Foreign Secretary of India. Gokhale succeeds Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, as the latter completed his tenure on January 28.

Q8. Dinesh Nandan Sahay passed away recently. He served as the first governor of which state? Answer: Chhattisgarh Explanation: The first governor of Chhattisgarh and former governor of Tripura, Dinesh Nandan Sahay, has passed away.

Q9. The government of Assam has recently unveiled a postage stamp on legendary sportsperson Dr Talimeren Ao to mark his birth centenary. He was a noted player of which sports? Answer: Football Explanation: Assam Governor Jagdish Mukhi released a postage stamp on legendary footballer Dr Talimeren Ao during his birth centenary. Ao was instrumental in popularising football in Assam. He was captain of the Indian football team in their first official match in the 1948 London Olympics.

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Q10. Name the word which has been chosen as the Hindi Word of the Year 2017 by the Oxford Dictionaries? Answer: AADHAAR Explanation: The Hindi Word of the Year as announced by Oxford Dictionaries for 2017 is AADHAAR. Aadhaar also becomes the first Oxford Dictionaries Hindi Word of the Year. The accompanying shortlisted words include Notebandi, Swachh, Vikaas, Yoga and Bahubali, reflect the social, cultural, political and economic trends and events that have been part of 2017.

Q11. According to a recent survey conducted by GoBankingRates, what is the rank of India among 112 countries in terms of cheapest country to live or retire? Answer: Second Explanation: According to a survey by GoBankingRates ranked nations, India is ranked second only to South Africa as the cheapest country to live or retire. These rankings are based four key affordability metrics: Local purchasing power index, rent index, Groceries index, and Consumer price index.

Q12. Which ministry has planned to set up a Social Media Communication Hub in different districts to get real-time updates of the trending news of the districts? Answer: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Explanation: The Information and Broadcasting Ministry has planned to set up a Social Media Communication Hub that would help it keep a tab on trending news in districts and gather feedback on the Centres flagship schemes. Under the project, media persons would be employed on contractual basis in each district to be the eyes and ears of the government and provide real-time updates from the ground.

Q13. Who has been selected to be honored with the fifth Memorial Award in February 2018? Answer: Asha Bhosle Explanation: playback doyenne Asha Bhosle will be given the Yash Chopra Memorial Award.She will be the fifth winner of the award. Previous recipients are Asha Bhosales elder sister and Bollywood playback singer Lata Mangeshkar, and actors , , and .

Q14. Name the documentary movie to win the US Grand Jury Prize at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival Answer: Kailash Explanation: A film on the life of Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi has won the US Documentary Grand Jury Award at the Sundance Film Festival being held at Park City in Utah. The documentary, titled Kailash has been directed by debutante Derek Doneen. It traces the journey of Satyarthi and his efforts to eliminate child trafficking and child labour. The film has been produced by Davis Guggenheim and Sarah Anthony, and co-produced by Purnima Raghunath.

Q15. The tableau of which state bagged the best tableau award for the 69th Republic Day Parade? Answer: Maharashtra Explanation: Out of 23 tableaux participated in this year Republic Day Parade, the tableau from Maharashtra depicting coronation of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj won the first prize, while tableau from Assam depicting traditional masks and sastras bagged second and Tableau of Chhattisgarh,depicting Ramgarhs ancient amphitheatre was awarded third prize. Q16. Recently, Gurcharan Singh Kalkat passed away. He was an eminent ______Answer: Agricultural Scientist Explanation: Eminent agricultural scientist and awardee Gurcharan Singh Kalkat has passed away. Kalkat was actively involved as an agricultural scientist during the Green Revolution in Punjab in the 1950s and 1960s to make the country self-reliant in foodgrain.

Q17. Who is the author of the newly launched book titled, Dilli Meri Dilli: Before and After 1998? Answer: Sheila Dikshit Explanation: Book titled Dilli Meri Dilli: Before and After 1998, written by Sheila Dikshit, who was Chief Minister of Delhi

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for an uninterrupted 15 years, the book, with the help of rare and carefully curated photographs, offers an engrossing narrative about the journey of Indias capital city and its evolution over the centuries. Q18. Yesteryear ace ______actor Chandrashekhar passed away recently. Answer: Kannada Explanation: Noted Kannada actor Chandrashekhar popularly known as Edakallu Guddada Mele Chandrashekhar, 63, has passed away.

Q19. Name the winner of the womens single title at the Australian Open 2018 Answer: Caroline Wozniacki Explanation: Caroline Wozniacki lifted her first Grand Slam title as she beat Simona Halep 7-6, 3-6, 6-4 to win the Australian Open Tennis womens singles title. Q20. Which state government has launched the Shakti App recently in a bid to ensure the safety of women population of the state? Answer: Himachal Pradesh Explanation: Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur launched the Shakti app, which comes with a panic button, for womens safety here. The app was developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) of the Himachal Pradesh government. Once triggered, the app would automatically send a message to the nearest police control room and start recording audio and video after 20 seconds.

Q21. Which team has won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2018? Answer: Delhi Explanation: Delhi won their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after beating Rajasthan by 41 runs in the final at Eden Gardens in .

Q22. The 21st edition of India International Seafood Show (IISS) 2018 has been organised in which state of India? Answer: Goa Explanation: Indias best marine products will be showcased for buyers from around the world at the 21st edition of India International Seafood Show (IISS) in Goa from January 27-29, while industry leaders and experts will deliberate on policies, market trends, technology and roadmaps to achieving an export target of US$10 billion by 2022.

Q23. Name the Indias first indigenously developed vaccine which has received the pre-qualified tag by the World Health Organisation Answer: Rotavac vaccine Explanation: For the first time, a vaccine conceived and developed from scratch in India has been pre-qualified by the World Health Organisation. The Rotavac vaccine, developed by the Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech Limited last year, was included in Indias national immunisation programme. To be pre-qualified means that the vaccine can be sold internationally to several countries in Africa and South America.

Q24. The government of India has recently signed an MoU worth $168 million with which institution to raise incomes and food security for tribal farming households in northeast India? Answer: UN International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Explanation: The UN International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Indian government signed a $168 million pact to sustainably raise incomes and food security for tribal farming households in northeast India. The six-year project will help 201,500 rural highland farming households in tribal villages in 12 districts located in the uplands of Mizoram and Nagaland States.

Q25. The government of which state has launched the release of benefits under Mahatma Gandhi Sarbat Vikas Yojana (MGSVY) for the inclusive growth of the distressed sections of the society?

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Answer: Punjab Explanation: Punjab Chief Minister launched Mahatma Gandhi Sarbat Vikas Yojana, to release benefits and aimed at the inclusive growth of the distressed sections of the society. He appealed to the farmers not to resort to suicide since his government is committed to the total implementation of its farm debt waiver programme by November 2018.

Q26. Padma Shri awardee Supriya Devi passed away recently. She was a veteran ______Answer: Actor Explanation: Veteran Bengali actress and Padma Shri awardee Supriya Devi has passed away.

Q27. The Agra Municipal Corporation has released the logo of Smart City Agra featuring Taj Mahal along with ______Answer: Peacock Feather Explanation: The Agra Municipal Corporation has released a logo of Smart City Agra, showing the Taj Mahal and a peacock feather. The attractive design will be visible all over the city in a few days to build up a hype for involving the locals to participate in the Smart City race.

Q28. In a bid to boost outreach of subscribers under Atal Pension Yojana (APY) the government of India has decided to include which group of entity as a new channel of distribution of the APY scheme? Answer: Payments Banks and Small Finance Banks Explanation: The Central government has announced that the Payments Banks and Small Finance Banks will now offer social security scheme Atal Pension Yojana (APY) to their subscribers. The Ministry of Finance said, To strengthen the existing channels of APY distribution, it is felt that these new Payments Banks and Small Finance Banks will provide a boost to the outreach of subscribers under APY. Q29. Name the newly appointed Election Commissioner (EC) of India Answer: Ashok Lavasa Explanation: Ashok Lavasa has assumed charge as the new Election Commissioner (EC) of India. Born on 21st October, 1957, Shri Lavasa a 1980 batch IAS officer from Haryana cadre, superannuated on 31st October, 2017 as Finance Secretary of India. During 37 years of his long active service he held various crucial positions in State Government of Haryana and in the Central Government.

Q30. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of Indian Banks Association (IBA)? Answer: Usha Ananthasubramanian Explanation: Usha Ananthasubramanian, MD and CEO, Allahabad Bank, has been elected the first woman chairman of Indian Banks Association (IBA). Q31. What is the rank of India in the 2018 Environmental Performance Index (EPI)? Answer: 177 Explanation: India ranks 177 among 180 countries in the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) 2018, according to a biennial report by Yale and Columbia Universities along with the World Economic Forum. The report was released on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Switzerland leads the list, followed by France, Denmark and Malta.

Q32. NASA has launched its first science mission named ______to study the region where Earths uppermost atmosphere meets the outer space. Answer: Global-scale Observations of the Limb and Disk (GOLD) Explanation: NASA has launched Global-scale Observations of the Limb and Disk, or GOLD, mission to study the dynamic region where space and Earths uppermost atmosphere meet. It is the first NASA science mission to fly an instrument as a commercially hosted payload. The mission will fly aboard SES-14, a commercial communications satellite.

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Q33. Name the first Indian metro city to unveil first-of-its-kind floating market of the country. Answer: Kolkata Explanation: Kolkata is now witness to a floating market, the first of its kind across any metro. The market, as the name suggests, will be located on a water-body with boats doubling up as shops. The aim is to rehabilitate over 200 shopkeepers from a nearby market that was demolished for the widening of the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass — an important road that connects the northern parts of the city to the eastern and southern tips.

Q34. Which year has been proposed by Prime Minister to be declared as the ASEAN-India Year of Tourism? Answer: 2019 Explanation: PM Modi has proposed the ASEAN countries during the ASEAN-India Commemorative Summit to declare 2019 as the ASEAN-India Year of Tourism.

Q35. Name the Bollywood actor who has been honored with the 24th Crystal Award at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos? Answer: Shah Rukh Khan Explanation: Global icon Shah Rukh Khan received the 24th Crystal Award at the World Economic Forum (WEF), in Davos, Switzerland for his leadership in championing childrens and womens rights in India. Shah Rukh has also been responsible for creating specialised childrens hospital wards and has supported childcare centres with free boarding for children undergoing cancer treatment.

Q36. Recently, Connie Sawyer died at the age of 105. She was a renowned______Answer: Actress Explanation: Hollywoods oldest working actress Connie Sawyer passed away at the age of 105. She has more than 140 TV and film credits to her name, began her career in entertainment at the age of 8.

Q37. Who has been elected as the next Chairman of the Federal Reserve by the United States Senate? Answer: Jerome H Powell Explanation: The United States Senate confirmed Jerome H Powell as the next chairman of the Federal Reserve, a powerful post having an influence on global economy.Powell (64) will replace Janett Yellen, whose term ends in February.

Q38. What is the rank of India in the 2018 Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI)? Answer: 81 Explanation: India has moved up on a global index of talent competitiveness to the 81st position, but remains a laggard among the BRICS nations, according to an annual study while warning that the country faces serious risk of worsening brain drain. Q39. The 48th World Economic Forum Summit was held in which country? Answer: Switzerland Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned India after concluding his visit to Davos, Switzerland for World Economic Forum Summit. During this visit the Prime Minister delivered a keynote address at the plenary session of 48th Annual meeting of world economic forum. He became the first Indian Prime Minister in two decades to join the worlds top business leaders in the Swiss report town of Davos.

Q40. Which temple has been awarded the 2017 UNESCO Award of Merit? Answer: Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple, Tiruchirapalli Explanation: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palanichamy received UNESCO Award of Merit awarded to the iconic Srirangam Ranganathaswamy temple in Tiruchirapalli. The award of merit was awarded by UNESCO Asia Pacific region for the reconstruction activities undertaken in the temple without in the least affecting its traditional splendor and Vedic rituals.It is considered as one of the most important of the 108 main Vishnu temples (Divyadesams).

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Q41. Which country has achieved the top position in the 2018 Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI)? Answer: Switzerland Explanation: Switzerland has topped the list followed by Singapore and the US. European countries dominate the top ranks, with 15 out of the top 25 places.

Q42. Kumari who died recently was a veteran ______Answer: Actor Explanation: Yesteryear actor Krishna Kumari (84), who has acted in over 200 Telugu, Tamil and Kannada films and dominated the south Indian film industry for more than two decades has passed away.

Q43. A.E. Manoharan passed away recently. He was a well known______Answer: Singer Explanation: Pop singer and actor A.E. Manoharan, popularly known as Ceylon Manohar has passed away. He was best known for the song Surangani.

Q44. The government of India has announced a capital infusion of over Rs ______crore in public sector banks before March 31 under the bank recapitalisation plan Answer: Rs 1,00,000 crore Explanation: Seeking to perk up public sector banks that have been hit by huge non-performing assets (NPAs), the government announced plans to infuse over Rs. one lakh crore including Rs 80,000 crore through recap bonds and Rs 8,139 crore as budgetary support during the current fiscal. Of the recap amount, among others the government will give Rs 10,610 crore to IDBI, Rs 8,800 crore to State Bank of India, Rs 5,375 crore to Bank fo Baroda, Rs 4,865 crore to Canara Bank and Rs 4,524 crore to Union Bank.

Q45. Which ministry has launched the Stree Swabhiman Initiative to ensure and maintain Women Health and Hygiene? Answer: Union Ministry of Information Technology and Electronics Explanation: Union Information Technology and Electronics Ministry launched the Stree Swabhiman Initiative to ensure and maintain perfect health for Women and maintain Health Hygiene. The initiative was launched in partnership with Common Service Centres (CSCs).

Q46. Who has been conferred with the Badminton Association of India (BAI) Lifetime Achievement Award 2018? Answer: Prakash Padukone Explanation: Vice President Venkiah Naidu conferred Badminton Association of India (BAI) Lifetime Achievement Award to 1983 World Championship medallist Prakash Padukone.

Q47. The Ministry of Environment has recently launched a new 2.8 PetaFlops capacity high-performance computer system to predict weather and climate accurately. Name the newly launched supercomputer. Answer: Mihir Explanation: Environment Minister Harshvardhan launched a 2.8 PetaFlops capacity high-performance computer system Mihir in Noida. The system will be able to predict weather and climate accurately. This will be helpful in addressing the various issues of agriculture operations and fishing in the country.

Q48. The Delhi Soccer Association (Football Delhi) has announced to celebrate which legendary football players birthday as Football Day in Delhi as a mark of honor? Answer: Sunil Chhetri Explanation: Celebrating the game, Football Delhi honoured the Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri, announcing his birthday to be celebrated as Delhis Football Day. Chhetris birthday falls on August 3. The 33-year-old, who had spent his initial football days in Delhi, has appeared in 97 International matches for India and scored 56 goals for the national team since his first appearance in 2005. He is currently leading Bangaluru in their ISL 2018 campaign and is the top third goalscorer in the tournament this season.

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Q49. What is the rank of India among the list of the most wealthiest countries of the world as per the report by New World Wealth? Answer: Sixth Explanation: India has been ranked sixth in the list of wealthiest countries with total wealth of 8,230 billion US dollars, while the United States topped the chart. According to a report by New World Wealth, India was the best performing wealth market globally in 2017 as its total wealth swelled from 6,584 billion dollars in 2016 to 8,230 billion dollars in 2017, registering a 25 per cent growth.

Q50. The 2018 Asian Champions Trophy will be hosted by which country? Answer: Oman Explanation: The Asian Champions Trophy 2018 will be hosted by the Oman Hockey Association in Muscat between October 18 and 28, confirmed the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF). Oman is holding the event for the first time.

Q51. The maiden military exercise named VINBAX between the Armies of India and Vietnam is being held in which state of India? Answer: Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh Explanation: Armies of India and Vietnam have begun a six-day-long military exercise in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh. The exercise named VINBAX is the first military exercise between the two countries. Q52. How much amount of loan agreement has recently been signed between the Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the construction of 6,254 kilometres rural roads in five states under the Prime Ministers Rural Roads Program (PMGSY)? Answer: $250 million Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India signed a $250 million loan to finance the construction of 6,254 kilometres all-weather rural roads in the States of Assam, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and under the Prime Ministers Rural Roads Program (PMGSY). Q53. Who has been appointed as the Chef de Mission for the 21st Commonwealth Games? Answer: Vikram Singh Sisodia Explanation: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) appointed Vikram Singh Sisodia as the Chef de Mission for the 21st Commonwealth Games to be held at Gold Coast in Australia. Sisodia is currently the Joint Secretary of the IOA.

Q54. According to the Economic Survey 2017-18, the Indian IT sector saw a growth of ______percent in the fiscal 2016- 17 as compared to the previous fiscal Answer: 8 Percent Explanation: According to the Economic Survey for the current fiscal 2017-18, the Indian IT industry grew 8 per cent to $140 billion (Rs 8,91,700 crore) in fiscal 2016-17 from $129 billion (Rs 8,256 crore) in the previous fiscal (2015-16).

Q55. The Government of India has signed a loan agreement worth $_____ million with the World Bank on January 30 to boost rural economy of Tamil Nadu Answer: $100 million Explanation: The Government of India and the World Bank signed a $100 million Loan Agreement that is expected to promote rural enterprises, facilitate their access to finance, and create employment opportunities for youth, particularly women, in selected blocks of Tamil Nadu across 26 districts, directly benefitting over 400,000 people.

Q56. Which country has topped the Global Democracy Index 2018? Answer: Norway Explanation: Norway has again topped the list in the annual Global Democracy Index, followed by Iceland and Sweden, compiled by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), India has moved down from 32nd place last year and remains classified among flawed democracies.

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Q57. Well known ______film director Dharmasena Pathiraja passed away recently. Answer: Sri Lankan Explanation: Renowned Sri Lankan filmmaker Dharmasena Pathiraja, fondly referred to as a rebel with a cause and acclaimed for his compelling portrayals of urban underclasses has passed away.

Q58. According to recent report published by World Steel Association (WSA), India has surpassed United States to become ______largest steel producer in the world in 2018 Answer: Third Explanation: According to a recent report published by World Steel Association (WSA), India overtook the US to become the worlds third-largest steel producer in 2018. has remained world leader by producing 831.7 MT in 2017, up 5.7% from 786.9 MT in the year-ago period.Japan is second largest global steel producer.

Q59. Name the new mobile App launched by the three municipal corporations of Delhi to improve civic services in the city Answer: Mobile App 311 Explanation: Mobile App 311 was launched by Delhis Lt Governor Anil Baijal. It is a mobile application of the three municipal corporations of Delhi (MCD) that was launched in a bid to enhance engagement of citizens in resolution of grievances and improvement of civic services in the city. Once a complaint is submitted by citizens in via the 311 App, it will be resolved by the designated officers of that locality identified by the geo-tagged photo.

Q60. What is the estimated rate of Indias GDP growth for the fiscal 2016-17 as predicted by Central Statistics Office (CSO)? Answer: 7.1 Percent Explanation: According to Central Statistics Office (CSO) data, in line with the earlier official estimate of the countrys GDP growth in the last fiscal, Indias gross domestic product during 2016-17 grew at 7.1 per cent. Q61. Tech giant Google has recently acquired the mobile arm of which smartphone manufacturing company under USD 1.1 billion deal? Answer: HTC Explanation: Tech giant Google has announced the closure of a USD 1.1 billion deal with smartphone maker HTC, following which the former is set to acquire the latters design talent. Q62. What is the rank of India in the 2018 Global Democracy Index? Answer: 42 Explanation: India has slipped to 42nd place on an annual Global Democracy Index amid rise of conservative religious ideologies and increase in vigilantism and violence against minorities as well as other dissenting voices.

Q63. The 19th India International Watch and Clock Fair Samaya Bharati 2018 was held in which Indian city? Answer: Mumbai Explanation: The 19th India International Watch & Clock Fair Samaya Bharati 2018 was held in Mumbai. The Fair, a grand horological event, was organized by Indias leading watch & clock magazine Trade Post under the auspices of Watch Trade Federation and supported by other trade bodies.

Q64. The state government of Uttar Pradesh under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the Mahesra over bridge on January 29. The bridge would connect which country to Gorakhpur and other east UP districts? Answer: Nepal Explanation: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the long-awaited Mahesra over bridge at Sonauli-Gorakhpur National highway (NH80). The bridge would connect Gorakhpur and other east UP districts to Nepal. It will also become a major route for people going from Gorakhpur to Balrampur, Maharajganj and Gonda.

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Q65. In a bid to expand its reach into the hyperlocal news, Google has introduced a new app named ______to enable the users to submit stories for and about their communities. Answer: Bulletin Explanation: Google has introduced a new app named Bulletin that allows anybody to submit stories for and about their communities. This is a free, lightweight app for telling a story by capturing photos, video clips and text right from your phone, published straight to the web.The app is made for contributing hyperlocal stories about your community.

Static GK Questions Based on Current Affairs

Q1. When is the National Girl Child Day observed? Answer: January 24 Explanation: Every year on the 24th of January, the National Girl Child Day is celebrated as a national observance day for the girl child. The theme for this year was A girl is flower, not a thorn. Q2. The Global Talent Competitiveness Index is published by which University? Answer: INSEAD Explanation: The Global Talent Competitiveness Index report is published by INSEAD.

Q3. The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) is a public sector undertaking having its headquarter in______Answer: Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Q4. The headquarter of ASEAN is located in ______Answer: Jakarta, Indonesia Explanation: Founded- 8 August 1967

Q5. Where is the headquarter of the World Economic Forum located? Answer: Cologny, Switzerland

Q6. Who is the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises? Answer: Giriraj Singh

Q7. Who is the Administrator of NASA? Answer: Robert M. Lightfoot Jr.

Q8. Usha Ananthasubramanian serves as the MD & CEO of which bank? Answer: Allahabad Bank

Q9. The Prime Ministers Shram Awards is given in how many categories? Answer: Four Explanation: Shram Awards are given in four categories — Shram Ratna Award, Shram Bhushan Award, Shram Vir/Shram Virangana and Shram Shree/Shram Devi Awards.

Q10. Who is the President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)? Answer: Gilbert F. Houngbo

Q11. The headquarter of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is located in which country? Answer: Rome, Italy

Q12. What is the minimum age of joining Atal Pension Yojana (APY)? Answer: 18 years

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Explanation: The minimum age of joining APY is 18 years and maximum age is 40 years. The age of exit and start of pension would be 60 years. Therefore, minimum period of contribution by the subscriber under APY would be 20 years or more.

Q13. Who is the Prime Minister of Nepal? Answer: Sher Bahadur Deuba

Q14. What is the currency of Vietnam? Answer: Vietnamese Dong Explanation: Capital-

Q15. Who is the Director General of the World Health Organization? Answer: Tedros Adhanom Explanation: Headquarter-Geneva, Switzerland

Q16. Where is the headquarter of the rating agency CRISIL located? Answer: Mumbai

Q17. The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is given for which sports? Answer: Cricket Explanation: The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is a Twenty20 cricket domestic championship in India, organized by Board of Control for Cricket in India, among the teams from Ranji Trophy

Q18. The Republic Day 2018 marked the ______year of celebration of the day Answer: 69th Explanation: The Republic Day is celebrated every year on January 26 to honour the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950. The celebration is held in grandeur in national capitals India Gate. This year marks the 69th Republic Day of India

Q19. Who is the Union Cabinet Minister of Information and Broadcasting? Answer: Smriti Irani

Q20. Who appoints the Foreign Secretary of India? Answer: Appointments Committee of the Cabinet

Q21. The noted tennis champion Roger Federer hails from which country? Answer: Switzerland

Q22. What is the currency of Finland? Answer: Euro Explanation: Capital-Helsinki

Q23. The Dudhwa National Park is in which state? Answer: Uttar Pradesh

Q24. Name the Minister of State (Independent Charge) of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Answer: Alphons Kannanthanam

Q25. Who is the Minister of State for Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change? Answer: Mahesh Sharma

Q26. Who is the President of Vietnam? Answer: Tran Dại Quang

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Q27. The Indian Olympic Association was founded in which year? Answer: 1927 Explanation: President– Dr. Narinder Dhruv Batra Q28. The headquarter of the Asian Hockey Federation is located in which country? Answer: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Q29. Where is the headquarter of World Steel Association located? Answer: Brussels, Belgium Explanation: World Steel Association, often abbreviated as worldsteel, is the international trade body for the iron and steel industry. Founded-10 July 1967

Q30. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) was established in which year? Answer: 2016 Explanation: It was established on 1 October 2016 and given statutory powers through the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, which was passed by Lok Sabha on 5 May 2016.

Q31. Name the current Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Answer: Anil Baijal

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