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Contents Current Affairs Q&A – February 2019 ...... 2 INDIAN AFFAIRS...... 2 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS ...... 89 BANKING & FINANCE ...... 101 BUSINESS & ECONOMY ...... 114 AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS ...... 126 APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNS ...... 144 ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS ...... 159 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY ...... 161 ENVIORNMENT ...... 171 SPORTS ...... 173 OBITUARY ...... 189 BOOKS & AUTHORS ...... 195 IMPORTANT DAYS ...... 197 Static GK Q & A – February 2019 ...... 204

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Current Affairs Q&A – February 2019

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1) Which city will be the world’s fastest growing city in the 2019-2035 period, as per the Global economic Research report prepared by Oxford Economics? 1) Surat 2) Mumbai 3) Bengaluru 4) Guwahati 5) None of these Answer - 1) Surat Explanation: As per a Global economic Research report prepared by Oxford Economics, Surat will be world’s fastest growing city in the 2019-2035 period. The report also stated that all top 10 fastest growing cities will be from India.

2) Where was BESAFE’s 3rd annual conference on Measurable impacts of Behavioral Based Safety Implementation in Indian Industry held on 30th January 2019? 1) Mumbai 2) New Delhi 3) Chennai 4) Bengaluru 5) None of these Answer - 2) New Delhi Explanation: On 30th January 2019, BESAFE’s 3rd annual conference on Measurable impacts of Behavioural Based Safety Implementation in Indian Industry was held at the PHD Chambers of Commerce, New Delhi. The Forum for Behavioral Safety (BESAFE) is a Mumbai based non-profit Organization spreading the cause of fostering a safe and healthy work place in Indian Industry. The event is conducted in collaboration with the Indo American Chamber of Commerce and Vision OSH, New Delhi. Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) as an application of behavioral science has been widely accepted world worldwide as an important tool of building a safely accepted world wide as an important tool of building a safely cultural in industry, helping achieving zero accident. The conference would enable Indian Industry to achieve zero harm criterion to save life as well as business. During the conference Indian companies implemented BBS will share the results achieved towards zero harm mission.

3) India’s unemployment rate hit a 45 year high of ____ % in 2017-18, as per National Sample Survey Office’s (NSSO’s) periodic labour force survey (PLFS)? 1) 6.1 % 2) 7.2 % 3) 6.7 % 4) 7.5 % 5) None of these Answer - 1) 6.1 % Explanation: On 31st January 2019, as per National Sample Survey Office’s (NSSO’s) periodic labour force survey (PLFS) India’s unemployment rate hit a 45 year high of 6.1%in 2017-18. It is the first comprehensive 2 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

Current Affairs Q&A PDF survey on employment conducted by a government agency after demonetization. Unemployment is higher in urban areas which is 7.8% as compared to 5.3% in rural areas of the country. The unemployment rate is at its highest level as in 1972-73. Unemployment rate among youth reached a record high level in 2017-18 as compared to that in the overall population. Youth’s moving away from the Agriculture sector as it is becoming less remunerative and moving to urban areas. Rate of jobless rural males rose to 17.4% from 5% and among rural jobless females the rate became 13.6% from 4.8%.

4) Where did Union Minister for Human Resource Development, Prakash Javadekar, inaugurate the new Campus of the National Museum Institute, on 30th January 2019? 1) Noida 2) Nagpur 3) Jodhpur 4) Darjeeling 5) None of these Answer - 1) Noida Explanation: On January 30, 2019,Union Minister for Human Resource Development, Prakash Javadekar inaugurated new Campus of the National Museum Institute in Noida. This institute was formed with the total cost of Rs.90.40 crore in a span of four years.

5) Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) under Ministry of Commerce and Industry was renamed as ____, on 30th January 2019? 1) Department of promotion of Industry and Internal Trade 2) Department of Industrial Promotion and Trade 3) Department Industrial Support and Commerce 4) Department of Commerce and Trade 5) None of these Answer - 1) Department of promotion of Industry and Internal Trade Explanation: On 30th January 2019, Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) renamed as Department of promotion of Industry and Internal Trade. The newly named department is under Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The department will look into matters related to promotion of internal trade, including retail trade, will are of traders and their employees, facilitating ease of doing business and start-ups. Matters related to internal trade were earlier under the domain of Ministry of consumer affairs and now under the promotion of Industry and Internal Trade. The decision comes amidst a demand by traders body Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) for forming a separate ministry for internal trade. DIPP was responsible for formation and implementation of promotional and developmental measures for growth of the industrial sector keeping in view the national priorities and Socio economic objectives.

6) Which state government approved the rural development scheme “Smart Village Campaign” worth Rs 384.40 crore to build village infrastructure and provide essential amenities, on 29th January 2019? 1) Haryana 2) Gujarat 3) Tamil Nadu 4) Punjab 5) None of these Answer - 4) Punjab

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Explanation: The SVC is aimed at improving the condition of rural areas by supplementing the ongoing government schemes for building infrastructure and providing essential amenities. and provide essential amenities. Getting approved by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh, Reformation and implementation of the scheme would be financed with funds from the 14th Financial Commission government approved a rural development scheme “Smart Village Campaign” worth Rs 384.40 crore to build village infrastructure On January 29, 2019, Punjab

7) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveil the National Salt Satyagraha Memorial and the Statue of Mahatma Gandhi and 80 Satyagrahis, on 30th January 2019? 1) Gandhinagar, Gujarat 2) Nashik, Maharashtra 3) New Delhi, Delhi 4) Dandi, Gujarat 5) None of these Answer - 4) Dandi, Gujarat Explanation: On 30th January 2019, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi unveiled the National Salt Satyagraha Memorial at Dandi Village which is situated on Arabian Sea coast in South Gujarat. The Statue of Mahatma Gandhi and 80 Satyagrahis who marched with Mahatma Gandhi in the historic Dandi Salt March in 1930 were also unveiled by Narendra Modi. National Salt Satyagraha Memorial has 24- narrative murals depicting various stories and events of the Dandi Salt March. To Meet energy requirements of the memorial complex, Solar trees had been installed at the venue.

8) Which state has rolled out its Handicrafts Policy 2019 for creating a vibrant and sustainable handicraft sector in the state? 1) Assam 2) Gujarat 3) Bihar 4) Sikkim 5) None of these Answer - 1) Assam Explanation: The Odisha government has rolled out its Handicrafts Policy 2019 for creating a vibrant and sustainable handicraft sector in the state. The objective of the policy is to empower handicraft artisans and make them lead partners in the development.

9) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate a state of art super speciality Hospital named “Rasilaben Sevantilal Shah Venus Hospital” on 30th January 2019? 1) Pune 2) Ghaziabad 3) Surat 4) Vishakapatnam 5) None of these Answer - 3) Surat Explanation: On 30th January 2019, Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated a state of art super speciality Hospital named “Rasilaben Sevantilal Shah Venus Hospital” in Surat, Gujarat. Rasilaben Sevantilal Shah Venus Hospital will also serve people under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme. Prime Minister announced in

Current Affairs Q&A PDF the Public gathering during the inauguration of the Hospital that more new Hospitals will be set up in tier 2-3 cities under Ayushman Bharat Yojana. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that now 97% of population have access to clean toilets due to effective implementation of Swashta Abhiyan. Gujarat become the first state to implement the 10% reservation quota for economically weaker section.

10) Total Horticulture production is estimated to be ____ Million Tonnes which would be 8% higher than last 5 years average, as per the 2017-18 (Final) and 2018-19 (1st Advance estimate) of Area and Production of Horticulture Crops? 1) 314.5 Million tonnes 2) 256.8 Million tonnes 3) 156.7 Million tonnes 4) 437.4 Million tonnes 5) None of these Answer - 1) 314.5 Million tonnes Explanation: As per the 2017-18 (Final) and 2018-19 (1st Advance estimate) of Area and Production of Horticulture Crops released by The Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, there has been a record production of Horticulture crops in 2017-18 reaching 311.7 Million Tonnes. The Summary of report is given in the table below. Total Horticulture 2016-2017 2017-2018 (Final) 2018-2019 (1st Advance estimate Area (Million Ha) 24.85 25.43 25.87 Production (Million 300.64 311.71 314.67 Tonnes)

11) Chief Minister of Goa, Manohar Parrikar presented the annual budget of Goa for 2019-20 in the Assembly, with an annual budget of 19548.69 crore in 2019-20 with an increase of ____ % over previous year? 1) 20.25 % 2) 14.16 % 3) 12.15 % 4) 10.30 % 5) None of these Answer - 2) 14.16 % Explanation: On 30th January 2019, Chief Minister of Goa, Shri Manohar Parrikar who also holds the Finance portfolio presented the annual budget of Goa for 2019-20 in the Assembly. The annual budget increase from 17,123.28 crore in 2018-19 to 19548.69 crore in 2019-20 with an increase of 14.16% over previous year. The allocation for Capital Expenditure was increase by 18.29 % to Rs. 4987.45 crore in 2019-20 as compared to Rs. 4216.25 crore in 2018-19. In this year’s annual budget, the Total estimated expenditure on Revenue Account was Rs. 13308.26 Crore.

12) Where was the international conference titled ‘Life and Legacy of Guru Padmasambhava’ held, to mark the 50-years of formalization of diplomatic ties between India and Bhutan, on 29th and 30th January 2019? 1) Mumbai 2) New Delhi 3) Kolkata 4) Chennai

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5) None of these Answer - 2) New Delhi Explanation: To mark the 50-years of formalization of diplomatic ties between India and Bhutan,a two-day international conference on 8th century Himalayan sage Guru Padmasambhava was held in New Delhi. This conference was organised by the Centre for Escalation of Peace (CEP) and was titled ‘Life and Legacy of Guru Padmasambhava’, was held on January 29-30. Scholars from both countries participated in the conference and discussed about the Guru who was born in India and moved towards Bhutan in the 8th century to spread Buddhism and Buddhist teachings all across the Himalayan region.

13) Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved the indigenous construction of 6 Project 75(India) submarines under the strategic Partnership model at the cost of ____, on 31st January 2019? 1) Rs 40,000 crore 2) Rs 20,000 crore 3) Rs 10,000 crore 4) Rs 50,000 crore 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rs 40,000 crore Explanation: On 31st January 2019, The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) chaired by Defence Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman approved the indigenous construction of 6 Project 75(India) submarines under the strategic Partnership model at the cost of Rs 40,000 crore. The construction of 6 submarines aims to boost Government’s ambitious ‘Make in India” program and it will provide a major boost to submarine design and manufacturing ecosystem in India.

14) No income tax for earnings up to ____ rupees, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal in Parliament on February 1 2019? 1) Rs 5 lakh 2) Rs 2 lakh 3) Rs 1 lakh 4) Rs 3 lakh 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rs 5 lakh Explanation: Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented an Interim Budget for 2019 in Parliament on February 1 2019. An Interim Budget usually doesn’t list out new schemes or doesn’t unveil any policy measures. The government will present the vote on account for the next four-to-five months. A full-fledged Budget will be presented after the House reassembles after the general election. As per the budget, No income tax for earnings up to Rs 5 lakh. Individuals with gross income of up to Rs 6.5 lakh need not pay any tax if they make investments in provident funds and prescribed equities.

15) Standard tax deduction for salaried persons raised from Rs 40,000 to Rs ____, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal? 1) Rs 50,000 2) Rs 60,000 3) Rs 70,000 4) Rs 80,000 5) None of these

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Answer - 1) Rs 50,000 Explanation: Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented an Interim Budget for 2019 in Parliament on February 1 2019. Standard tax deduction for salaried persons raised from Rs 40,000 to Rs 50,000. TDS threshold to be raised from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 40,000 on interest earned on bank/post office deposits. I-T processing of returns to be done in 24 hours.

16) Fiscal deficit for 2018/19 is seen at what percent of GDP, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal? 1) 3.4 % 2) 4.3 % 3) 5.1 % 4) 2.9 % 5) None of these Answer - 1) 3.4 % Explanation: Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented an Interim Budget for 2019 in Parliament on February 1 2019. Fiscal deficit for 2018/19 seen at 3.4% of GDP.

17) FY20 total expenditure seen at ____ rupees, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal? 1) 53.45 trillion rupees 2) 27.84 trillion rupees 3) 65.23 trillion rupees 4) 32.88 trillion rupees 5) None of these Answer – 2) 27.84 trillion rupees Explanation: Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented an Interim Budget for 2019 in Parliament on February 1 2019. FY20 total expenditure seen at 27.84 trillion rupees. FY20 capital expenditure seen at Rs 3,36,292 crore. Central schemes to get Rs 3,27,679 crore FY20. Recovered Rs 3 lakh crore via bankruptcy code.

18) Current account deficit for 2018/19 is seen at what percent of GDP, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal? 1) 5.0 % 2) 2.5 % 3) 3.7 % 4) 4.2 % 5) None of these Answer - 2) 2.5 % Explanation: Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented an Interim Budget for 2019 in Parliament on February 1 2019. Current account deficit for 2018/19 seen at 2.5% of GDP. Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra and Oriental Bank no more under RBI’s prompt corrective action.

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19) TDS threshold to be raised from Rs. 10,000 to _____ rupees on interest earned on bank/post office deposits, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal? 1) Rs 20,000 2) Rs 40,000 3) Rs 30,000 4) Rs 15,000 5) None of these Answer - 2) Rs 40,000 Explanation: Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented an Interim Budget for 2019 in Parliament on February 1 2019. TDS threshold to be raised from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 40,000 on interest earned on bank/post office deposits. Housing and real estate sector to get boost- TDS threshold on rental income increased from ₹1.8 lakh to ₹2.4 lakh. Benefit of rollover of capital gains increased from investment in one residential house to two residential houses for capital gains up to Rs. 2 crores. Tax benefits for affordable housing extended till 31st March, 2020 under Section 80-IBA of Income Tax Act Tax exemption period on notional rent, on unsold inventories, extended from one year to two years

20) New Pension Scheme (NPS) has been increased from 10% to what percent with effect from April 1, 2019, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal? 1) 11 % 2) 12 % 3) 13 % 4) 14 % 5) None of these Answer - 4) 14 % Explanation: Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented an Interim Budget for 2019 in Parliament on February 1 2019. New Pension Scheme (NPS) had been increased 10% to 14% with effect from April 1, 2019.

21) Gratuity limit payment increased from Rs. 10 lakhs to ____, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal? 1) Rs 15 lakhs 2) Rs 20 lakhs 3) Rs 25 lakhs 4) Rs 30 lakhs 5) None of these Answer - 2) Rs 20 lakhs Explanation: Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented an Interim Budget for 2019 in Parliament on February 1 2019. Gratuity limit payment increased from Rs. 10 lakhs to Rs. 20 lakhs.

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22) Defence budget has been hiked to over ____ rupees for first time ever, as per the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal? 1) Rs 3 lakh crore 2) Rs 2 lakh crore 3) Rs 5 lakh crore 4) Rs 6 lakh crore 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rs 3 lakh crore Explanation: Defence budget hiked to over Rs 3 lakh crore for first time ever, in the Interim Budget for 2019 presented by Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal in Parliament.

23) Where was the first IBSA (India, Brazil, South Africa) Gandhi-Mandela Memorial Freedom Lecture, held on 25thJanuary 2019? 1) Mumbai 2) New Delhi 3) Kolkata 4) Bengaluru 5) None of these Answer - 2) New Delhi Explanation: On 25th January 2019, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the first IBSA (India, Brazil, South Africa) Gandhi-Mandela Memorial Freedom Lecture in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa said that India and South Africa can work together to eliminate poverty and discrimination on the basis of caste, race and religion. Cyril Ramaphosa also remembered the contribution of Mahatma Gandhi’s granddaughter Ela Gandhi who played a leading role in the women’s movement in South Africa.

24) Which state launched the 2nd Phase of Pasupu-Kumkuma (Turmeric-Kumkum) scheme and welfare pensions on 2nd February 2019? 1) Tamil Nadu 2) Telangana 3) Andhra Pradesh 4) Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 3) Andhra Pradesh Explanation: On 2nd February 2019, 2nd Phase of Pasupu-Kumkuma (Turmeric-Kumkum) scheme and welfare pensions was launched by Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Chandrababu Naidu. 94 Lakh DWCRA (Development of Women and Children in Rural Areas) women will be given Rs 10000 in three installments under the Pasupu-Kumkuma scheme. Under the scheme, Rs 2500 will be given on 1st February 2019, Rs 3500 will be given 8th March and Rs 4000 will be given on 5th April.

25) Where was the 4th edition of the International Spice Conference 2019 themed ‘Challenges of Change, Redefining the Value Chain’, held from 28th to 31st January 2019? 1) Kochi 2) Mysore 3) Chennai 4) Hyderabad

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5) None of these Answer - 4) Hyderabad Explanation: International Spice Conference is considered as platform for all business houses, the spice associations, the policy makers, the farmers and the users, to connect and interact. The fourth edition of this conference was held in the City of Pearls and the capital city of Telangana-Hyderabad. The theme for the conference 2019 is ‘Challenges of Change, Redefining the Value Chain’. Third edition of this conference was held in Jaipur with the theme ‘Managing Disruptions through Transformation and Collaboration’.

26) Microsoft signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which state government with an aim to improve the education system, on 31st January 2019? 1) Sikkim 2) Mizoram 3) Manipur 4) Arunachal Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 1) Sikkim Explanation: On January 31,2019, in order to improve the education system Microsoft signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sikkim government. The MoU was signed between the state Human Resource Department RB Subba and Managing Director of Microsoft India, Manish Prakash to boost digital literacy and new age technology knowledge in government schools. This agreement will also help Sikkim to upgrade its state curriculum from class VI to class X with IT course.

27) ____ was announced as Punjab State Aquatic Animal by Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, on 2ndFebruary 2019? 1) Stripped Turtle 2) Indus River Dolphin 3) Bluebird Sialia sialis 4) Indus River Oyster 5) None of these Answer - 2) Indus River Dolphin Explanation: On February 2, 2019, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh declared one of the rarest mammal, Indus River Dolphin, which is only found in Beas River ,as Punjab State Aquatic Animal. The Chief Minister constituted a committee comprised eminent members of the State Board of Wildlife, including Major AP Singh, Hardit Singh Sidhu, Col. P.S. Grewal and Jaskaran Singh and officers of Wildlife Department, to examine certain issues related to formation of separate directorate of Wildlife & Wetlands of Bir Moti Bagh wildlife Sanctuary to provide a natural habitat to various wildlife species.

28) India and which country sealed a 3 year strategic partnership for 2019 to 2021 to boost cooperation in the various key areas including defence and investments, on 25th January 2019? 1) Japan 2) South Africa 3) Israel 4) France 5) None of these Answer - 2) South Africa Explanation:

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On 25th January 2019, after the talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, India and South African sealed 3 year strategic partnership for 2019 to 2021 to boost cooperation in the various key areas including defence and investments. The three year strategic partnership will cover cooperation in the field of trade and investment, Defence and security, the blue economy, tourism, IT and agriculture. India and South Africa recognized the importance of increased bilateral naval cooperation and closer synergy in the context of IONS (Indian Ocean Naval Symposium) which is formed to ensure unhindered passage for trade and prosperity of the Indian Ocean Region. The participation of South African National Defence Force in the first Multinational India-Africa Field Training Exercise (IAFTX) which will be held at Pune, Maharashtra in March, 2019 was welcomed by the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.

29) Where was India-South Africa Business Forum organized by Indian Industry Chambers (CII), FICCI (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry) and ASSOCHAM (The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry in India), held on 25th January 2019? 1) New Delhi 2) Mumbai 3) Chennai 4) Kolkata 5) None of these Answer - 1) New Delhi Explanation: On 25th January 2019, India-South Africa Business Forum was organized jointly by Indian Industry Chambers CII, FICCI (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry) and Assocham (The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry in India) in New Delhi. South African President agreed to simplify and reform the south African visa regime. The Bilateral trade between India and South Africa has crossed $10 billion mark in 2017-2018 and there is a good scope for increasing bilateral trade in the gems and jewellery sector.

30) Union Minister of State for Railways and Communication Mr Manoj Sinha released a special postage stamp of the Indian Postal Department on Kumbh Mela, worth _____ rupees, on 2nd February 2019? 1) 2 2) 3 3) 4 4) 5 5) None of these Answer - 4) 5 Explanation: Union Minister of State for Railways and Communication Mr Manoj Sinha released a special postage stamp of the Indian Postal Department on Kumbh Mela, on 2nd February 2019. A special first day cover was also released on the occasion. Its cost is five rupees.

31) Where was the 20th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav (BRM), the international theatre festival of India, organized by National School of Drama (NSD), inaugurated on 1st February 2019? 1) Mumbai 2) Chennai 3) Kolkata 4) New Delhi 5) None of these

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Answer - 4) New Delhi Explanation: Minister of State for Culture (I/C), Govt. of India, Dr. Mahesh Sharma, inaugurated the 21-day-long nationwide theatre spectacle at Kamani Auditorium in a program presided over by Dr. Arjun Deo Charan, Acting Chairman, NSD Society and other senior officers of Culture Ministry,in New Delhi on 1st February 2019. The 20th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav (BRM), the international theatre festival of India, is organized by National School of Drama (NSD), one of the prominent training institutions in the world.

32) Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Railway electrification of 294-km long Andal- Sainthia-Pakur-Malda and Khana-Sainthia sections in which state on 2nd February 2019? 1) West Bengal 2) Tamil Nadu 3) Karnataka 4) Madhya Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 1) West Bengal Explanation: On 2nd February 2019, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated Railway electrification of 294- km long Andal-Sainthia-Pakur-Malda and Khana-Sainthia sections in West Bengal. The electrification of 294-km sections will make the transportation of coal and stone chips to North and North East India fast and convenient. The 20-km long Hijli-Narayangarh third line was also inaugurated by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.

33) Where was the 37th edition of the ‘ICT Academy Bridge 2019’ conference themed “Fostering India for Industry 4.0” held on 31st January 2019? 1) Maharashtra 2) Goa 3) Kerala 4) Tamil Nadu 5) None of these Answer - 4) Tamil Nadu Explanation: On January 31, 2019, ‘ICT Academy Bridge 2019’ the 37th edition of conference, was inaugurated by Dr.Manikandan,minister of Information and Technology,Tamil Nadu. This conference is conducted every year with a motive to develop a better education system and formulate strategic regulatory frameworkThe theme of the 37th edition of the conference “Fostering India for Industry 4.0”.

34) Minister of Railways and Coal, Piyush Goyal launched which body’s “The Future of Rail” report which analyses the current and future importance of rail around the world in New Delhi, on 30th January 2019? 1) World Transport Organisation (WTO) 2) International Energy Agency (IEA) 3) International Traveler’s Organisation (ITO) 4) Indian Energy Auditors (IEA) 5) None of these Answer - 2) International Energy Agency (IEA) Explanation:

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On 30th January 2019, Minister of Railways and Coal, Shri Piyush Goyal launched the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) “The Future of Rail” report which analyses the current and future importance of rail around the world in New Delhi. The report is the first of a kind report that reviews the impact of existing plans and regulations on the future of rail. The report has a focus on India and it explores the key policies that will be helpful for enhanced future rail by improving its networks at a scope and scale that is unparalleled.

35) Where was the first ever National Conference on “Prison Design” held on 29th and 30th January 2019? 1) Bengaluru 2) Pune 3) Visakhapatnam 4) Patna 5) None of these Answer - 3) Visakhapatnam Explanation: The first ever National Conference on “Prison Design” was held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on 29th and 30th January 2019. It was hosted by the Director General Prison, Andhra Pradesh on the behalf of State. It was sponsored by Bureau of Police Research & Development (BPR&D). It aimed to provide a platform to the Senior Police officers, Prison officers and Architects from Prison Department and Police Housing Corporation to deliberate upon on the various issues relating with planning, Design and Constructions of prison, keeping in mind safety needs and administrative ease of day to day functioning of the prison.

36) Where did the 6-day long ‘Sopan 2019’ music and dance festival commence to encourage young artists to take up traditional art, on 1st February 2019? 1) Mumbai 2) New Delhi 3) Kolkata 4) Chennai 5) None of these Answer - 2) New Delhi Explanation: On February 1,2019,The 6-day long ‘Sopan 2019’ music and dance festival to encourage young artists to take up traditional art commenced in New Delhi. It was Organised by Sahitya Kala Parishad and the New Delhi government, in partnership with New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).

37) Which state is planning to expand the Millet Village scheme to several districts following the successful trial run? 1) Karnataka 2) Andhra Pradesh 3) Kerala 4) Assam 5) None of these Answer - 3) Kerala Explanation: Kerala State Agriculture Department is planning to expand the Millet Village scheme to Idukki, Wayanad and other parts of Palakkad, including more tribal villages at Attappady, following the successful trial run at Attappady in Palakkad district. The department had sought Central support under the national-

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38) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi lay the foundation stone of 624 MW Kiru Hydroelectric project and 850 Megawatt Ratle Hydro Electric project, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Anantpur, Andhra Pradesh 2) Mangalore, Karnataka 3) Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir 4) Mohali, Punjab 5) None of these Answer - 3) Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir Explanation: In Kishtwar, Jammu, the PM Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of 624 MW Kiru Hydroelectric project and 850 Megawatt Ratle Hydro Electric project. The 624 MW, Kiru Hydroelectric project which will be built on the River Chenab will generate 2272 Million Units of electricity annually. In addition to this a 400 KV D/C Jalandhar-Samba-Rajouri-Shopian-Amargarh (Sopore) transmission power line which will improve the grid connectivity in Jammu & Kashmir was also dedicated to the nation by the PM.

39) Women entrepreneurs have set up around _____ MSME (Micro, small and Medium Enterprises) projects under Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) scheme since its inception and upto 23rd January, 2019? 1) 1.38 lakh 2) 2.56 lakh 3) 5.46 lakh 4) 6.25 lakh 5) None of these Answer - 1) 1.38 lakh Explanation: Women entrepreneurs have set up around 1.38 lakhs MSME (Micro, small and Medium Enterprises) projects under Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) scheme since inception and upto 23rd January, 2019. These projects are about 30% of all entire projects that come under PMEGP. Under PMEGP scheme, women entrepreneurship has been privileged to have a special category and are granted to 25% in urban areas and 35% subsidies in rural areas for project set up.

40) Which state topped in the ranking of best practices followed by states in budget formulation, as per a survey by Transparency International, on 1st February 2019? 1) Tamil Nadu 2) Rajasthan 3) Assam 4) Telangana 5) None of these Answer - 3) Assam Explanation: On 1st February 2019, according to a survey by Transparency International, Assam tops in the ranking of best practices followed by states in budget formulation. Assam is the only states which has published a citizens budget in the public domain and Assam government is only government to conduct budget awareness campaign across 17 districts. Assam was followed by Andhra pradesh and Odisha while Meghalaya, Manipur and Punjab were figured at lower positions.

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41) Where did Kala ghoda festival-KAGF, India’s largest multi-cultural street festival began on 2nd February 2019, to celebrate it’s 20 years of art and culture? 1) Guwahati 2) Dehradun 3) Gangtok 4) Mumbai 5) None of these Answer - 4) Mumbai Explanation: On 2nd February 2019, the Kala ghoda festival-KAGF, India’s largest multi-cultural street festival begins in Mumbai to celebrate it’s 20 years of art and culture through cinema, theatre, dance,literature and sculpture. The festival hosted the exhibition at the Jehangir Art Gallery to celebrate the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and some rich history of Mumbai. Festival also screened Khalil Mohammad’s documentary on Iranian cafes, performances by Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia, Shaan, Prakriti and Sukriti Kakar performance, panel discussion on 26/11 attacks and its survivors, a session on working of drones, heritage walks, dances and shopping at Rampart Row.

42) Which state launched a scholarship scheme named ‘KALIA Chhatravritti Yojana’, for the children of farmers under Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation (KALIA) scheme, on 4th February 2019? 1) Arunachal Pradesh 2) Sikkim 3) Odisha 4) Jharkhand 5) None of these Answer - 3) Odisha Explanation: On February 4,2019 , Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched scholarship scheme named ‘KALIA Chhatravritti Yojana‘,for the children of farmers under Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation (KALIA) scheme in Keonjhar district. Under this scheme, the beneficiaries will be provided scholarships to pursue higher education in professional courses at free of cost. Children of farmers who have taken admission at Government Professional colleges on merit basis are eligible for this scheme.

43) Where did National Foundation for Communal Harmony (NFCH) organize a special workshop for Youth aged between 15 to 22 years who have been victims of communal violence in the past under the Know My India Programme, on 4th February 2019? 1) New Delhi 2) Bengaluru 3) Bhopal 4) Chandigarh 5) None of these Answer - 2) Bengaluru Explanation: On 4th February 2019, the National Foundation for Communal Harmony (NFCH) organized a special workshop for Youth in the age group of 15 to 22 years who have been victims of communal violence in the past under the Know My India Programme in Bengaluru. The Youth belongs to Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Bihar and Gujarat along with 10 official mentors.

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44) Which state became the first to set up price monitoring and research unit (PMRU) to track violation of prices of essential drugs and medical devices, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Madhya Pradesh 2) Uttarakhand 3) Gujarat 4) Kerala 5) None of these Answer - 4) Kerala Explanation: On February 3,2019, Kerala became the first state to set up price monitoring and research unit (PMRU) to track violation of prices of essential drugs and medical devices. The new watchdog will offer technical help to the State Drug Controllers to monitor notified prices of medicines, detect violation of the provisions of the Drugs Price Control Order (DPCO). This move is taken by the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA).

45) Where was the 12th Regional Standards Conclave held on 1st February 2019? 1) Bhubaneswar, Odisha 2) Pune, Maharashtra 3) Hyderabad, Telangana 4) Surat, Gujarat 5) None of these Answer - 1) Bhubaneswar, Odisha 6Explanation: 12th Regional Standards Conclave was held in Bhubaneswar (Odisha) that took place on 1st Feb on the occasion of 4th day of the trade fair. This conclave will have an onlooker on industry, regulators and experts sharing their views on the importance of Standards for Global trade, with focus on Odisha. This conclave was organized by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in collaboration with the Department of Commerce, Government of India, MSME Department of the Odisha, National Accreditation Board of Certification Bodies (NABCB), Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Centre for Research in International Trade (CRIT) and Export Inspection Council (EIC).

46) 325 children including 11 girls have been rescued in ____ under “Operation Smile” which was launched on 1st January 2019? 1) Mumbai 2) New Delhi 3) Hyderabad 4) Ranchi 5) None of these Answer - 3) Hyderabad Explanation: 325 children including 11 girls have been rescued in Hyderabad under “Operation Smile” which was launched on 1st January 2019. The One month long programme aims to rescue child labourers and children engaged in begging.

47) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi lay the foundation stone of the new terminal building of Kushok Bakula Rimpochee (KBR) Airport, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 2) Paradip, Odisha 3) Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

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4) Leh, Jammu and Kashmir 5) None of these Answer - 4) Leh, Jammu and Kashmir Explanation: On 3rd February 2019, during his visit to Leh, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the new terminal building of Kushok Bakula Rimpochee (KBR) Airport in Leh, Jammu and Kashmir. The new terminal building is expected to provide seamless passenger movement with all modern amenities. The terminal will be built at the cost of Rs. 480 crore in the area of 18,985 sq.m and will be featured with modular, energy efficient and self-sustaining building.

48) Where is the 67th Annual Armed Forces Medical Conference held from 5th to 8th February 2019? 1) Mumbai 2) New Delhi 3) Pune 4) Kolkata 5) None of these Answer - 3) Pune Explanation: On 5th February 2019, the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune organized the 67th Annual Armed Forces Medical Conference which is the largest gathering and the only multi-specialty conference of its kind in the country. The conference will conclude on 8th February 2019 in Pune. The 4 day conference which was organised under the supervision of Surg Vice Admiral Ravi Kalra was inaugurated by Lt Gen Bipin Puri, Director General, Armed Forces Medical Services.

49) Which state government decided to constitute a high-powered committee to prepare a comprehensive action plan for boosting the dairy sector and supplement the income of farmers in a result-oriented manner, on 5th February 2019? 1) Kerala 2) West Bengal 3) Punjab 4) Uttar Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 3) Punjab Explanation: On 5th February 2019, Punjab government headed by Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh decided to constitute a high-powered committee to prepare a comprehensive action plan for boosting the dairy sector with the aim of supplementing the income of farmers in a result-oriented manner. The committee will consist of 5 members including Chairman State Farmers Commission, Director Animal Husbandry, Director Dairy Development, a representative of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU).

50) Where was the 6th meeting of the Mission Steering Group of the National Health Mission (NHM) held on 2ndFebruary 2019? 1) Chennai 2) Bengaluru 3) Hyderabad 4) New Delhi 5) None of these

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Answer - 4) New Delhi Explanation: On 2nd February 2019, Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare chaired the 6th meeting of the Mission Steering Group of the National Health Mission (NHM) in New Delhi. The meeting was also attended by Dr. V K Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog, Smt Preeti Sudan, Secretary (Health and Family Welfare) and Shri Manoj Jhalani, AS & MD (NHM). The meeting highlighted that the centre is providing funds to all the 36 states/UTs to provide essential drugs free of cost in public health facilities and to set up IT-backed systems for drug procurement and quality assurance.

51) Ministry of Coal, Government of India, signed an MoU with Ministry of Energy of which country to foster relations in the field of coal mining and clean coal technologies, on 4th February 2019? 1) Switzerland 2) Germany 3) Poland 4) Australia 5) None of these Answer - 3) Poland Explanation: On 4th February 2019, the Ministry of Coal, Government of India signed an MoU with Ministry of Energy, Republic of Poland in-order to foster relations in the field of coal mining and clean coal technologies. The MoU was signed between Sh. Haribhai Parathibhai Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State for Coal and Mines and Mr. Grzegorz Tobiszowski, Secretary of State, Ministry of Energy, Republic of Poland.

52) International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has decided to set up a World Heritage Centre housing ‘spiritual camps’ in 45 countries, one of which will be set up in ____? 1) Dehradun, Uttarakhand 2) Mysore, Karnataka 3) Mayapur, West Bengal 4) Udaipur, Rajasthan 5) None of these Answer - 3) Mayapur, West Bengal Explanation: On February 3, 2019, International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)decided to set up a World Heritage Centre housing ‘spiritual camps’ in 45 countries,one of which is to be set up in Mayapur in West Bengal. The estimated cost of this project is 3000 crores.

53) Who was honoured with the first Word Smith Award 2019 for his contribution in Indian Literature, at the Words Count festival 2019 held in Pune on 4th February 2019? 1) Rachita Sen 2) Pavan Kumar Verma 3) Ranjan Kulkarni 4) Azad Shams 5) None of these Answer - 2) Pavan Kumar Verma Explanation: On February 4,2019, second edition of Words Count festival 2019 was held in Pune, Maharashtra. The Festival, was hosted by the award -winning screenwriter, author and columnist Advita Kala. This festival is held with a motive to bring together speakers from several socio-political spheres and share their

Current Affairs Q&A PDF insights on various issues. Pavan Kumar Verma, A career diplomat and famous writer was honored with first Word Smith Award 2019 for his contribution in Indian Literature.

54) Which Union Ministry allowed women to work in mines, both in opencast and underground, during the day and night, as part of the efforts to build more opportunities for women, on 4th February 2019? 1) Ministry of Mines 2) Ministry of Women and Child Development 3) Ministry of Commerce and Industry 4) Ministry of Union Labour and Employment 5) None of these Answer - 4) Ministry of Union Labour and Employment Explanation: Ministry of Union Labour and Employment on 4th Feb has allowed women to work in mines, both in opencast and underground, during the day and night, as part of the efforts to build more opportunities for women. This decision has been taken in line with the recommendations of the section 12 of the Mines act, 1952. Women will be deployed in work between hours of 7 pm and 6 am.

55) Where did Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurate the judicial complex, which will be used as an interim High Court for Andhra Pradesh, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Amravati 2) Visakhapatnam 3) Anantpur 4) Bellary 5) None of these Answer - 1) Amravati Explanation: On 3rd January 2019, Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated in Amravati, the judicial complex, which will be used as an interim High Court for Andhra Pradesh. They also laid the foundation stone for a permanent High Court to be built in Nelapadu of Guntur district.

56) Which Union Ministry launched the Shehri Samridhi Utsav initiative with an aim to extend the reach of Deendayal Antyodaya Mission – National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM), on 5th February 2019? 1) Ministry of Home Affairs 2) Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs 3) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment 4) Ministry of Finance 5) None of these Answer - 2) Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs Explanation: On February 5,2019, Shehri Samridhi Utsav, an initiative of Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA),is launched with aim to extend the reach of Deendayal Antyodaya Mission – National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM). It is the National Exhibition and a sale of Self Help Group products and National Street Food Festival organized in New Delhi.

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57) Where was the First State Level Awareness Programme on Agriculture Export Policy to create awareness among farmers and stakeholders held on 2nd February 2019? 1) Pune 2) Chennai 3) Raipur 4) Shimla 5) None of these Answer - 1) Pune Explanation: On 2nd February 2019, First State Level Awareness Programme on Agriculture Export Policy to create awareness among farmers and stakeholders held in Pune,Maharashtra. The Export Policy was Created by the State Governments and the Policy will be implemented in the respective State Agriculture and horticulture departments.

58) Where did Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for petroleum and natural gas, inaugurate the 2019 Asia LPG summit, on 5th February 2019? 1) Mumbai 2) Chennai 3) Kolkata 4) New Delhi 5) None of these Answer - 4) New Delhi Explanation: On 5th of February, 2019, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for petroleum and natural gas, inaugurated the 2019 Asia LPG summit in New Delhi. This two-day event will focus on ‘LPG – Energy for Life.’ India is the second largest consumer of liquified natural gas (LPG) in the world under the flagship ‘Ujjwala’ scheme, and intake of LPG in households is providing access to cleaner cooking fuel.

59) Which state government has set up a 17-member committee headed by Vivek Pandit, to review various schemes implemented for the welfare of tribals in the state? 1) Karnataka 2) Himachal Pradesh 3) Jammu and Kashmir 4) Maharashtra 5) None of these Answer - 4) Maharashtra Explanation: The Maharashtra government has set up a committee to review various schemes implemented for the welfare of tribals in the state. The 17-member committee, headed by former MLA and Shramjeevi Sanghatna president Vivek Pandit, will undertake study of various works done for providing employment opportunities, minimum wages and proper livelihood to tribals. And it will suggest measures to ensure that children in tribal regions were not deprived of education.

60) Where was Air India’s First ever Flight Simulator known as ‘Boeing 747-200’ exhibited? 1) New Delhi 2) Nagpur 3) Dehradun 4) Mumbai 5) None of these

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Answer - 4) Mumbai Explanation: Air India’s First ever Flight Simulator known as ‘Boeing 747-200’ was exhibited in Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai. The Simulator was acquired by Air India in 1980,which is designed and manufactured by the CAE(Canadian Aviation Electronics),Canada. The 21 years serviced Simulator is donated with a purpose to create awareness about the significance in the field of aviation among the public in general and students in particular.

61) Pre-Departure Orientation Training (PDOT) programme to orient potential migrant workers with regard to culture, language, do’s and don’ts in the emigration process, is administered by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and _____? 1) Ministry of External Affairs 2) Ministry of Home Affairs 3) Minister of Finance 4) Ministry Commerce and Industry 5) None of these Answer - 1) Ministry of External Affairs Explanation: A Pre-Departure Orientation Training (PDOT) programme has been launched by Government to orient potential migrant workers with regard to culture, language, do’s and don’ts in the emigration process and safety measures. This PDOT has been administered by the Ministry of External Affairs in alliance with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).

62) Where did Ministry of AYUSH organise the Second Conference of State AYUSH and Health Ministers on 6thFebruary 2019? 1) New Delhi 2) Mumbai 3) Bengaluru 4) Hyderabad 5) None of these Answer - 1) New Delhi Explanation: The Ministry of AYUSH organised Second Conference of State AYUSH and Health Ministers in New Delhi on 6th February 2019. It was inaugurated by the Minister of State for AYUSH (Independent Charge) and Health & Family Welfare Shripad Yesso Naik.

63) Name the campaign launched by Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen focuses on sustaining the open defecation free status of villages across India, on 6th February 2019? 1) Swachh Ganv- Part 2 2) Darwaza Band- Part 2 3) Hygiene and Health- Part 2 4) Swachh Desh- Part 2 5) None of these Answer - 2) Darwaza Band- Part 2 Explanation: On 6th February 2019, the “Darwaza Band- Part 2” campaign was launched by Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen focuses on sustaining the open defecation free status of villages across the country. The campaign launched by the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation in Mumbai in the presence of actor Amitabh Bachchan.

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64) Name the Monaco’s head of state who attended the India-Monaco Business Forum which was hosted by New Delhi on 4th February 2019? 1) Prince Albert II 2) Prince Charles III 3) Prince Felcin II 4) Prince Michael I 5) None of these Answer - 1) Prince Albert II Explanation: Prince Albert II of Monaco made his first Official 2 days Visit to India along with a high level delegation on 4-5 February 2019 to review the bilateral relations between India and Monaco. On 4th February 2019, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu addressed India- Monaco Business Forum which was hosted by New Delhi. It was marked by the presence of Monaco’s head of state, Prince Albert II.

65) Which High Court held that the practice of awarding negative marks in competitive examinations should be done away with, on 1st February 2019? 1) Bengaluru High Court 2) New Delhi High Court 3) Madras High Court 4) Bhubaneswar High Court 5) None of these Answer - 3) Madras High Court Explanation: On 1st February 2019, the Madras High Court held that the practice of awarding negative marks in competitive examinations should be done away with. The court was of the view that deducting marks for wrong answers would not in any way help in analysing the intelligence, aptitude or knowledge of the candidates.

66) According to the Union Cabinet,the Constitution (103 Amendment) Act amends which article of constitution and it will provide 10% reservation in government jobs and education to Economically Weaker Sections? 1) Articles 12 and 13 2) Articles 13 and 14 3) Articles 14 and 15 4) Articles 15 and 16 5)None of these Answer-4) Articles 15 and 16 Explanation: The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has given the approval to revised Office Memorandum regarding Amendment of Constitution to provide reservations for economically weaker sections of society. The Constitution (103 Amendment) Act amends Articles 15 and 16 of constitution and it will provide 10% reservation in government jobs and education to Economically Weaker Sections.

67) Union Cabinet approved the introduction of ______bill, to confer the status of Institutions of National Importance to NIFTEM,Kundli,Haryana and IIFPT, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu? 1) National Institutes of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management Bill, 2019 2) National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Bill, 2019 3) Integrated Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2018 4) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2018 22 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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5)None of these Answer-1) National Institutes of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management Bill, 2019 Explanation: Union Cabinet has approved the introduction of National Institutes of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management Bill, 2019 to confer the position of National importance to Institutes of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) at Haryana, Kundli and Institute pf Food Processing Technology at Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.

68) Name the bill approved by Union Minister to set up a consolidated authority to control and regulate financial services in International Financial Services Centres? 1) Draft Labour Code on Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions, 2018 2) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2018 3) Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2018 4) International Financial Services Centres Authority Bill, 2019 5)None of these Answer-4) International Financial Services Centres Authority Bill, 2019 Explanation: The Union Cabinet has approved an International Financial Services Centres Authority Bill, 2019 to set up a consolidated authority to control and regulate financial services in International Financial Services Centres in India. The unified authority will have all the powers which were exercise by the respective financial authorities like RBI, SEBI, IRDAI under respective acts.

69) Where did Union Cabinet chaired by Narendra Modi Approved to set up of a Circuit bench of Calcutta High court? 1) Siliguri in West Bengal 2) Jalpaiguri in West Bengal 3) Dhupguri in West Bengal 4) Mainaguri in West Bengal 5) None of these Answer-2) Jalpaiguri in West Bengal Explanation: On 6th February 2019, The Union Cabinet chaired by Narendra Modi approved the setting up of a Circuit bench of Calcutta High court at Jalpaiguri in West Bengal and assess the progress of infrastructure facilities there. This Circuit bench will have jurisdiction in 4 places- Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar, Kalimpong.

70) What is the Scheme approved by the Union Cabinet for conservation, protection and development of cows and to support small farmers by boosting their income? 1) Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog 2) Gram Santhosh Rural Postal Life Insurance Scheme 3) Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana 4) Gram Santhosh cow safaris Aayog 5) None of these Answer-1) Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog Explanation: The Union Cabinet has approved setting up of ‘Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog’ for conservation, protectiol and development of cows and to support small farmers by boosting their income.This announcement was made in the interim budget to frame a policy to save, conserve and develop the cows and their offspring which will lead to the enhancement of cattle population.It’ll be profitable to small farmers as their will be augmentation in livestock sector of cattle.The ‘Rashtriya Kamdhenu Aayog’ will work with Veterinary and Agriculture Universities and organizations which are indulge in breeding and rearing activities of cow.

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71) Union Cabinet approved the MoU of India with which country in the field of company secretaryship? 1) Japan 2) China 3) Malaysia 4) Indonesia 5) None of these Answer-3) Malaysia Explanation: Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Mutual Cooperation between India and Malaysia.The MoU will raise the status and prestige of the practicing Company Secretary in both countries. It will strengthen cooperation and to raise the status and prestige of the practicing Company Secretary in both jurisdiction.

72) India and which Country had signed a MoU to promote cooperation in the areas of mutual interest pertaining to the development of blue economy? 1) Norway 2) Monaco 3) Maldives 4) China 5) None of these Answer-1)Norway Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved MoU between India and Norway on Norway Ocean Dialogue to promote cooperation in the areas of mutual interest pertaining to the development of blue economy.Norway is a global leader in the areas of Blue Economy and they are well equipped with cutting edge technologies and expertise in various Ocean resources and maritime transport.MoU will contribute to create opportunities for collaboration in areas such as exploitation of hydrocarbons as well as management of ports.

73) Union Cabinet approved a MoU between India and Finland in which field? 1) Biotechnology 2) e-Governance 3) Agriculture and food industry 4) Economy 5) None of these Answer-1) Biotechnology Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved MoU between India’s Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and Finland’s Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) in the field of biotechnology for cooperation based on mutual interest and to facilitate knowledge sharing and knowledge generation among scientists, researchers and industry.

74) Under which Ministry along with Department of Atomic Energy (DAE),Parmanu Tech 2019 is organised to discuss the issues related to Nuclear Energy and Radiation Technologies in NewDelhi? 1) Ministry of External Affairs 2) Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers 3) Ministry of Commerce and Industry 4) Ministry of Corporate Affairs 5) None of these Answer-1) Ministry of External Affairs

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Explanation: Ministry of External Affairs and Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) organised Parmanu Tech 2019 in New Delhi to discuss the issues related to Nuclear Energy and Radiation Technologies. The main motive of this conference is to showcase India’s capabilities in Nuclear Energy with environmental responsibility.

75) Which State/Union Territory launched the Zero Fatality Corridor project to reduce Road Accidents? 1) Maharashtra 2) West Bengal 3) NewDelhi 4) Karnataka 5) None of these Answer-3)NewDelhi Explanation: On 4th February 2019, Delhi Government launched ‘Zero Fatality Corridor’ project under its annual road safety action plan to reduce the number of road accidents on the outer ring road stretch between Burari and Bhalaswa Chowk.As per Kailash Gahlot, Delhi’s Transport Minister, Delhi witnessed 1691 road accidents in Delhi and this project is aimed at reducing deaths to near zero level on the Outer ring road stretch.

76) Who was honoured with the Kalamaharshi Baburao Painter Award on the occasion of 7th edition of Kolhapur International film festival that held in Kolhapur, Maharastra? 1) Raja Paranjape 2) Pushkar Shrotri 3) Milind Soman 4) Govind Nihalani 5) None of these Answer-4) Govind Nihalani Explanation: The 7th edition of the film festival began on February 7 th of 2019 in Kolhapur, Maharastra.It is eight day festival,in which Veteran actress Rohini Hattangadi is chief guest at the inaugural function.Veteran filmmaker Govind Nihalani was honoured with the Kalamaharshi Baburao Painter Award for his contribution to the film industry.Focus country of the festival is the Hungarian cinema. Abhijit Deshpande, editor of Marathi films like ‘Deool’, ‘Bucket List’ and ‘Elizabeth Ekadashi’, will be presented the Chitramaharshi Anandrao Painter Award at the closing ceremony of the festival.

77) Indian Coast Guard and along with which organization signed MoU for maritime search and rescue Operations in congruence with the International Aeronautical Maritime Search And Rescue(IAMSAR) standards in Port Blair? 1) Airports Authority of India(AAI) 2) Defence Research and Development Organization(DRDO) 3) National Disaster Management Authority(NDMA) 4) Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India(DFCCIL) 5) None of these Answer-1)Airports Authority of India(AAI) Explanation: Indian Coast Guard(ICG) and Airport Authority of India (AAI) signed a MoU with an objective to coordinate the aeronautical and maritime Search And Rescue(SAR) operations in congruence with the International Aeronautical Maritime Search And Rescue(IAMSAR) standards.The MoU enhances Rescue Coordination Centre (RCC),Kolkata and Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC),Port Blair and AAI’s mutual interactions, interoperability and validating procedures on the occasion of SAR operations.

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78) In which District does Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated New High Court Circuit Bench during his State Visit to West Bengal? 1) Kolkata 2) Howrah 3) Jalpaiguri 4) Bankura 5) None of these Answer-3) Jalpaiguri Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Singh Modi has marked a rally in West Bengal’s Jalpaiguri making it the 3rd in the state within a week after 2 rallies in Thakurnagar and Durgapur. He has inaugurated New High Court Circuit Bench in Jalpaiguri. This will facilitate justice to public of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri and Cooch Behar in North Bengal.

79) According to the Agriculture Census 2015-16 released by Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare,Farmers are Categorized as ______if which he holds below 1 hectare of land? 1) Marginal 2) Small 3) Medium 4) Large 5) None of these Answer-1) Marginal Explanation: On 6th February 2019, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Issued Categorization of farmers in agriculture census. Agriculture census was held at 2015-16 which is conducted in every five years. Categorisation of operational holdings as per Agriculture Census Sl.No. Category Size-Class 1 Marginal Below 1.00 hectare 2 Small 1.00-2.00 hectare 3 Semi-medium 2.00-4.00 hectare 4 Medium 4.00-10.00 hectare 5 Large 10.00 hectare and above

80) On which River does,2nd Phase of River Information System (RIS) between Farakka and Patna(National Waterway-1) was inaugurated by Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari? 1) River Ganga 2) River Yamuna 3) River Narmada 4) River Kaveri 5) None of these Answer-1) River Ganga Explanation: Union Minister, Shri Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the 2nd Phase of River Information System (RIS) between Farakka and Patna on National Waterway-1 (River Ganga) in Prayagraj on 8th February 2019. The 2nd Phase of RIS is aimed at enhancing swift electronic data transfer so as to boost movement of Cargo and Fishery Development in river Ganga.

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81) Under Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DAR&PG),India and which country signed the MoU for training its Civil Servants for next 6 Years? 1) China 2) Japan 3) Bangladesh 4) Srilanka 5) None of these Answer-3)Bangladesh Explanation: On February 8,2019,India and Bangladesh have signed an MOU for training 1800 Bangladesh Civil Servants under Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DAR&PG). The MoU was signed between the NCGG and the Ministry of Public Administration, and Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh for the tenure of 6 years.

82)Which State/UT hosted the Indian Ocean Rim Association(IORA) Meeting to enhance its resilience in IORA countries according to its ‘2017-2021’ Action plan? 1) TamilNadu 2) WestBengal 3) Maharashtra 4) NewDelhi 5) None of these Answer-4)NewDelhi Explanation: Indian Ocean Rim Association meet was organised in New Delhi with the collaboration of Ministry of Home Affairs with the Ministry of External Affairs and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) solely based on Disaster Risk Management. IORA has set Disaster Risk Management its priority to enhance resilience in IORA countries according to its ‘2017-2021’ Action plan.

83) What is the theme of 2nd ASEAN – India Youth Summit,which was recently held in Guwahati,Assam? 1) Micro Irrigation and Modern Agriculture 2) Shaping a New India 3) Connectivity : Pathway to Shared Prosperity 4) Hindi Excellence on this Era of Innovation 5) None of these Answer-3) Connectivity : Pathway to Shared Prosperity Explanation: On 7th February 2019, 2nd ASEAN – India Youth Summit concluded in Guwahati which was conducted to strengthen the mutual cooperation among ASEAN countries. It was inaugurated by Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and Union Minister of State for Tourism K J Alphons. The theme of the summit was ‘Connectivity : Pathway to Shared Prosperity’.

84) Name the tribe residing in Arunachal Pradesh,celebrates Boori Boot Yollo festival? 1) Nyishi 2) Monpa 3) Khamti 4) Khamyang 5) None of these Answer-1) Nyishi Explanation: Nyishi tribe celebrated ‘Boori Boot Yollo festival’ with great enthusiasm to welcome spring and a successful harvest.Nyishi is the largest community in Arunachal Pradesh,found in Daporijo, Upper

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Subansiri Locale and Raga and Dollungmukh ranges of Lower Subansiri Region of Arunachal Pradesh.

85) Sentinelese are the Tribe,who is at the verge of extinction are the inhabitants of which Island? 1) North Sentinel Island 2) South Sentinel Island 3) West Sentinel Island 4) East Sentinel Island 5) None of these Answer-1) North Sentinel Island Explanation: The Sentinelese Tribe are the inhabitants of North Sentinel Island in the Bay of Bengal in India .The Sentinelese tribe is at the verge of extinction.The 2011 census estimates their quantities at a mere 50.The North Sentinel Island along with 5 km coastal sea is remarked as a tribal reserve.

86) Which State/UT has the highest number of hospitals empanelled under Pradhan Mantri Arogya Yojana as on February 5,2019? 1) Chhattisgarh 2) West Bengal 3) Gujarat 4) Tamil Nadu 5) None of these Answer-3) Gujarat Explanation: 14,000 hospitals were empanelled under Pradhan Mantri Arogya Yojana so far.The highest number of 2677 suchhospitals are in Gujarat followed by Tamil Nadu with 1709 hospitals. They are followed by Chhattisgarhwith 1340 hospitals and West Bengal with 1240.

87) 1.5 Crore Workers are benefitted from the PMRPY,which incentivise employers for generating jobs.PMRPY Stands for? 1) Pradhanmantri Rozgar Protsahan Yojna 2) Pradhanmantri Rural Pension Yojna 3) Pradhanmantri Rozgar Pension Yojna 4) Pradhanmantri Rural Protsahan Yojna 5) None of these Answer-1) Pradhanmantri Rozgar Protsahan Yojna Explanation: Around 1.5 crore workers have benefitted from the Pradhanmantri Rozgar Protsahan Yojna (PMRPY), which incentivise employers for generating jobs. The government has spent Rs 3,648 crore under the programme.

88) What was the target year,that India has set to eliminate Tuberculosis? 1) 2020 2) 2025 3) 2030 4) 2035 5) None of these Answer-2)2025 Explanation: India has set the target to eliminate Tuberculosis in India by 2025. Launching the TB Free India Campaign at ‘Delhi End TB Summit’, Modi said his government is implementing a national strategic plan (NSP) to end TB by 2025.

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89) Which City will host the 13th Conference of Parties (COP) of the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) in the year 2020? 1) Gandhinagar,Gujarat,India 2) Washington, D.C.,U.S 3) Beijing,China 4) London,U.K 5) None of these Answer - 1) Gandhinagar,Gujarat,India Explanation: 13th Conference of Parties (COP) of the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) to be held in Gujarat in 2020.The Government also launched a website for the COP-13. CMS-COP 13 is a global platform for the conservation and sustainable use of migratory species and their habitats. It has over 120 participating countries.So far, 12 COPs (Conference of Parties) have been convened.COP-13 will be held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat from 15 – 22 February, 2020.

90) Which of the following is the Mascot of 13th Conference of Parties (COP),as per notification released by Union Environment Minister,Dr. Harsh Vardhan? 1) Borobi 2) Bhin bhin 3) Great Indian Bustard (GIB) 4) Atung 5) None of these Answer - 3) Great Indian Bustard (GIB) Explanation: Union Environment Minister, Dr. Harsh Vardhan,on Friday announced the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) as the mascot for the 13th Conference of Parties (COP) of the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) to be held in Gujarat in 2020.The Government also launched a website for the COP-13. CMS-COP 13 is a global platform for the conservation and sustainable use of migratory species and their habitats. It has over 120 participating countries.So far, 12 COPs (Conference of Parties) have been convened.

91) Name the Scheme launched by Union Minister for Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Shri Suresh Prabhu to provide a platform for women's Self Help Groups (SHGs) to showcase their innovations and entrepreneurial skill? 1) Saakshar Bharat Mission 2) Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan 3) Kifayati Aawas Yojna 4) Hirkani Maharashtrachi 5) None of these Answer -4) Hirkani Maharashtrachi Explanation: On February 9,2019,Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Suresh Prabhu launched two schemes,the Hirkani Maharashtrachi and District Business Plan Competition in Mumbai.Under Hirkani Maharashtrachi, women’s SHGs will display their business plan at taluka level. Ten groups will be selected from each taluka and Rs. 50,000 will be given to each SHG to implement their idea.Five SHGs at district level will be selected and Rs. 2 lakh will be given to each SHG to take the idea forward.Under District Business Plan Competition, competitors at district level will display ideas, out of which five ideas will be selected from agriculture, social service, education and Work order worth Rs. 5 lakh will be given to the 5 selected ideas to implement the same.

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92) Which Ministry launched the 8th round of National Deworming Day campaign inorder to reduce the prevalence of Soil Transmitted Helminths(STH)? 1) Ministry of Food Processing Industries 2) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare 3) Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation 4) Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare 5) None of these Answer-2) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Explanation: On February 8,2019,The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) conducted its eighth round of National Deworming Day (NDD) with a objective to reduce the prevalence of Soil Transmitted Helminths (STH) or parasitic intestinal worms so that there will be no longer be public health problem.The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)envisioned an open-defecation-free India which holds the capacity to reduce the overall worm burden in a community.

93) Which of the following launched by Election Commission of India during Voter Verification and Information Programme (VVIP)? i. Election Commission of India (ECI) launched a Voter Verification and Information Programme (VVIP) for citizens to verify their details, change the details, new registration and corrections. ii. The voter helpline number is 1920. iii. ECI also launched a ‘PwD app’ to enable Persons with Disabilities (PWD) to request to change in address, change in particulars and new registration by using mobile application. 1) Option i is Correct 2) Option i and ii are Correct 3) Option i,ii and iii are Correct 4) Option i and iii are Correct 5) None of these Answer - 4) Option i and iii are Correct Explanation: On 8th February 2019, Election Commission of India (ECI) launched a Voter Verification and Information Programme (VVIP) for citizens to verify their details, change the details, new registration and corrections. The programme focus on 2019 General Election. The ECI has set up helpline centres in all districts in India. The voter helpline number is 1950 and they are well equipped with to help callers with latest information.VVIP technology was launched during 2day training cum workshop on the use of Information and Communication Technology which was held in New Delhi.ECI also launched a ‘PwD app’ to enable Persons with Disabilities (PWD) to request to change in address, change in particulars and new registration by using mobile application.Voter Helpline app was also launched which will help voters to check their names in electoral roll, submit online forms, application status checking and complaints filing.

94) Where was the fifth edition of two-day Bengal Global Summit held? 1) Rajarhat,kolkata 2) Tangra,kolkata 3) Kasba,kolkata 4) Beleghata,kolkata 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rajarhat,kolkata Explanation: On February 7,2019, The fifth edition of West Bengal Global Business Summit was inaugurated by state Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.It is a two day summit held in Rajarhat,kolkata. West Bengal bagged over Rs. 40,000 crore worth of investment proposals from Reliance, Group, ITC and others multinational companies on the first day of the business summit. The summit came to an end with West

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Bengal government signing 86 agreements entailing business proposals worth 2.84 lakh crore. The U.K. India Business Council (UKIBC) signed an MoU to work on promoting trade and investment.West Bengal with a Gross State Domestic Product of USD 155.32 billion is the 4th largest contributor to India’s GDP and 6th contributor to India’s manufacturing GDP.

95) According to the fourth Deficit Budget,presented by Assam’s Finance Minister Himanta Biswas the widows below age 45 is given financial support of how much amount? 1) Rs.10000 2) Rs.25000 3) Rs.30000 4) Rs.40000 5) None of these Answer-2)Rs.25000 Explanation: Assam’s Finance Minister, Himanta Biswas has presented the fourth Deficit Budget of the state for the fiscal year 2019-20 in the legislative assembly which amounts to 1,193 crore.This budget is the 2nd digital budget of the state.The total revenue of the budget in comparison with previous has increased by 20% and the total expenditure has crossed 70,000 crore. Widows below 45 years will be given immediate support of Rs. 25,000. The budget mainly focuses on dimensions of social security and capital expenditure.Brides will be given one tola gold belonging to families having income of less than Rs. 5 lakh per annum.Students who passes in 12th class examination with first division will be given e- bike. Rice would be sold at Rs.1 per kg to benefit poor families.

96) How many funds is allocated to build 1 lakh concrete houses in Cyclone Gaja affected areas by TamilNadu government while Presenting its States Budget 2019-20? 1) Rs.1500 Crore 2) Rs.2000 Crore 3) Rs.1200 Crore 4) Rs. 1700 crore 5) None of these Answer - 4) Rs. 1700 crore Explanation: Tamil Nadu’s Deputy Chief Minister, O Panneerselvam presented the state budget for the Fiscal Year 2019-20. Total revenue of the budget has been pegged at Rs. 1,97,721 crore. The Revenue Deficit of the budget would be Rs. 14,315 crore and Fiscal Deficit would be of Rs. 44,176 crore with no new taxes. Rs. 1700 crore will be allocated for 1 lakh concrete houses which are to be built in Cyclone Gaja affected areas to replace damaged houses and huts. Rs. 13,606 has been allocated for the development of ports and highways.

97) Which High Court had passed the verdict that banks cannot be absolved of the liability for unauthorized withdrawals from their customers’ accounts? 1) NewDelhi High Court 2) Kerala High Court 3) Allahabad High Court 4) Rajasthan High Court 5) None of these Answer - 2)Kerala High Court Explanation: On February 5,2019,The Kerala High Court Justice P B Suresh Kumar, ordered that banks cannot be absolved of the liability for unauthorized withdrawals from their customers’ accounts.This judgment have been released after the appeal made by SBI against a lower court’s order to compensate a customer who lost Rs 2.4 lakh due to unauthorized withdrawals.While dismissing the appeal of SBI, the court

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clarified that SMS alerts cannot be the basis to determine the liability of a customer, as there would be account holders who do not check SMS alerts regularly .

98) Which High Court had declared that banks cannot be absolved of the liability for unauthorized withdrawals from their customers’ accounts? 1) NewDelhi High Court 2) Kerala High Court 3) Allahabad High Court 4) Rajasthan High Court 5) None of these Answer - 2)Kerala High Court Explanation: On February 5,2019,The Kerala High Court Justice P B Suresh Kumar, ordered that banks cannot be absolved of the liability for unauthorized withdrawals from their customers’ accounts.This judgment have been released after the appeal made by SBI against a lower court’s order to compensate a customer who lost Rs 2.4 lakh due to unauthorized withdrawals.While dismissing the appeal of SBI, the court clarified that SMS alerts cannot be the basis to determine the liability of a customer, as there would be account holders who do not check SMS alerts regularly .

99) Which State/UT will houses the Second Longest Railway Tunnel in the Country,which will connect the upcoming Vizhinjam International Multipurpose Deepwater Seaport to the railway network? 1) Kerala 2) Karnataka 3) NewDelhi 4) Andhra Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 1) Kerala Explanation: Kerala to get country’s 2nd longest rail tunnel.A 10.7-km railway line, including a 9.02-km tunnel, has been proposed to connect the upcoming Vizhinjam International Multipurpose Deepwater Seaport to the railway network.

100) Where was the North-East India’s First Film and Television Institute of India(FTII) inaugurated? 1) Arunachal Pradesh 2) Assam 3) Manipur 4) Meghalaya 5) None of these Answer - 1)Arunachal Pradesh Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Visit to his Arunachal Pradesh,he laid foundation stone for a permanent campus of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) at Jollang-Rakap (Jote), Papum Pare, Arunachal Pradesh and inaugurated a retrofitted airport in Tezu.This is the third Film and Television Institute of Ministry of I&B, the first two being FTII Pune and SRFTI Kolkata. It is the first Film and Television Institute of entire North-East.

101) During the State Visit of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi laid foundation stone for which tunnel project inorder to provide all-weather connectivity to Tawang and forward areas? 1) Natuwadi tunnel project 2) Karbude tunnel project

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3) Sela tunnel project 4) Pir Panjal tunnel project 5) None of these Answer - 3) Sela tunnel project Explanation: Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi laid foundation stone for Sela tunnel project which will provide all- weather connectivity to Tawang and forward areas during his visit to Arunachal Pradesh.The estimated cost of Sela tunnel Project is Rs.687 crore which will be constructed by the Border Roads Organization (BRO).It covers a total distance of 12.04 km including two tunnels of 1790m and 475m each. The project will be completed in 3 years.

102) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi,laid down the foundation stone of Greenfield airport recently? 1) Hollongi 2) Changlang 3) Kurung Kumey 4) Papum Pare 5) None of these Answer - 1) Hollongi Explanation: Narendra Modi laid foundation stone for Greenfield airport at Hollongi during his Arunachal Pradesh visit which will improve connectivity.The total cost of the airport will be Rs.1042 crore in which centre will provide Rs.955 crore and State’s share will be Rs.87 crore.The airport will have a capacity of 200 passengers in peak hour handling with 5 check-in counters and 2 parking bays.

103) Name the Doordarshan’s 2nd channel in North-Eastern Region launched by PrimeMinister Narendra Modi during his State visit to Arunachal Pradesh? 1) DD Yadagiri 2) DD Saptagiri 3) DD Arunprabha 4) DD Girnar 5) None of these Answer - 3) DD Arunprabha Explanation: During the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Arunachal Pradesh, he launched DD ArunPrabha Channel in Itanagar. It is Doordarshan 2nd channel in north-eastern region after DD North East. The project cost is estimated to be 60 crore which is part of the Rs. 1054.52 crore fund approved by Cabinet. The service will be 24×7.

104) Under which Act does the Health Minister has notified 8 medical equipment, comprising of all implantable devices, as “Drugs” with effect from April 1, 2020? 1) Section 3 of the ‘Drugs and Cosmetics Act’,1940 2) Section 3 of theNarcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act,1985 3) Section 5 of the ‘Drugs and Cosmetics Act’,1940 4) Section 5 of theNarcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act,1985 5) None of these Answer-1) Section 3 of the ‘Drugs and Cosmetics Act’,1940 Explanation: In a proposal to modulate diagnostic and medical device in India, the Health Ministry has notified 8 medical equipment, comprising of all implantable devices, as “Drugs” under section 3 of the ‘Drugs and Cosmetics Act’ with effect from April 1, 2020. The equipments comprise of CT scan, MRI equipment, defibrillators, dialysis machine, PET equipment, X-ray machine, bone marrow cell separator and all

Current Affairs Q&A PDF implantable medical devices.This step is important for safety of patients as all these equipment will come under regulatory framework.Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), a national medical device regulator is meanwhile working to make way to regulate the sale and use of medical devices.

105) For which endangered species Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) in collaboration with Gujarat State had launched three year Conservation Project? 1) Snow leopard 2) Whooping crane 3) Blue whale 4) Asiatic Lion 5) None of these Answer - 4)Asiatic Lion Explanation: Lions,identified as one of the endangered species by the government,the Ministry of Environment launched a three-year Asiatic Lion Conservation Project in collaboration with the state of Gujarat. The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) allocated Rs 59 crores, which will focus on better management of the lion habitat, disease control and veterinary care for them.Gujarat government also implemented Rs 80 crore that will be spent on specialised veterinary hospitals and full fledged ambulances for lions.

106) Where was the Second Himalayan Cloud Observatory has been set up to monitor the cloud activities by the Indian Science and Technology Department and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur? 1) Tehri, Uttarakhand 2) Kathua,Jammu and Kashmir 3) Shahdara,NewDelhi 4) Mumbai,Maharashtra 5) None of these Answer-1) Tehri, Uttarakhand Explanation: On February 9,2019,A Himalayan Cloud Observatory is set up in Tehri district with a motive to forecast and monitor cloudburst incidents in the Himalayan region and help minimising the damage. The Observatory is established in the SRT campus Badshithaul,in Tehri and is in testing period.This is the second observatory in the country to monitor cloud activities by the Indian Science and Technology Department and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur that can function in high- altitudes.

107) Which region is declared as the third administrative division of Jammu and Kashmir? 1) Udhampur 2) Bandipora 3) Ladakh 4) Srinagar 5) None of these Answer – 3) Ladakh Explanation: The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday declared Ladakh as the third administrative division of the state.The Government has approved the creation of a separated administrative/revenue division of Ladakh.The division will comprise Leh and Kargil districts, with Leh as the division’s headquarters.The creation of two posts of Divisional Commissioner and Inspector General of Police (IGP) has been sanctioned for the new division.

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108) Statue of which King,popularly known as father of modern architecture was unveiled during the PrimeMinister Narendra Modi’s State Visit to Tripura? 1) Rajdhar Manikya 2) Kirit Bikram Kishore 3) Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya 4) Durga Manikya 5) None of these Answer - 3) Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Explanation: During the visit of PM Modi to Agartala he unveiled the statue of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya at the Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport, Agartala. It was part of the union government policy to honour the heroes of India.Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya is considered as father of modern architecture in Tripura. He did the entire planning of present-day Tripura during his rule. He planned the capital city Agartala also.Statue was built by faculty and students of Tripura government’s Art and craft college. It costs Rs.5 lakh for the Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya statue.

109) During the state visit to Assam,Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid foundation stone and inaugurated several projects worth ______Crore? 1) Rs.18000 Crore 2) Rs.15000 Crore 3) Rs.20000 Crore 4) Rs.25000 Crore 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rs.18000 Crore Explanation: Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has visited Assam. He attended several programs and laid foundation stone for several vital and development projects worth Rs. 18,000 crore in Assam. • Narendra Modi laid foundation stone of ALL India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) at Changsari in Guwahati. • He inaugurated Numaligarh Refinery Ltd’s bio-diesel refinery and the Barauni-Guwahati gas pipeline, connecting northeast with national gas grid at an estimated cost of Rs. 6000, which will further meet the requirement of industries, supply CNG to automobiles and cooking gas to households. • He also initiated the work for Guwahati to North Guwahati connecting 6 Lane Bridge over Brahmaputra River. This bridge will be built at a cost of Rs. 2187 crore. • He also initiated LPG capacity augmentation of mounted storage vessel in North Guwahati.

110) Under the Short-Term Training (STT) of the PMKVY,25.25 lakh candidates have been trained.PMKVY Stands for? 1) Pradhan Mantri Kshetra Vikas Yojna 2) Pradhan Mudra Khanij Vikas Yojna 3) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojna 4) Pradhan Mudra Kaushal Vikas Yojna 5) None of these Answer - 3) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojna Explanation: 25.25 lakh candidates,out of the 37.32 lakh (aprrox.), have been trained under the Short-Term Training (STT)of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojna (PMKVY). Similarly, 11.27 lakhunder Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and 0.8 lakh under Special Project in various sectors across India.‘Skill Loan Mission’ has been launched by the Government to support youth by providing loan facility to individuals who wish to enrol for the skill development courses, as per the Skill Loan eligibility criteria.All the member banks of the Indian Banking Association (IBA) and other banking and financial

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institutions, including Micro Finance Institutions, regulated by the Reserve bank of India (RBI) are applicable for the Skill Loan Scheme.The Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship’s lead bank, ‘Bank of India’ is the first bank to notify and implement the scheme.Loans are available in the range of Rs 5000 to Rs 15,000.In the financial year 2017-18, total amount of Rs 29.06 crore was disbursed against 3551 accounts, and during 2018-19 (till Dec 18), Rs 19.46 crore against 2429 accounts.

111) Name the US Origin Military Helicopters that was arrived at Mundra Port in Gujarat on 10th February,2019? 1) CH-47 Chinook 2) Mil Mi-26 3) Mil Mi-24 4) Mil Mi-17 5) None of these Answer - 1) CH-47 Chinook Explanation: On 10th February, 2019 India received a batch of 4 CH-47 Chinook military helicopters for the Indian Air Force from US which arrived at the Mundra Port in Gujarat.These are modern heavy lift choppers which have a primary purpose to move troops, artillery, barrier materials, and equipment on the battlefield. Its tandem configuration also provides exceptional handling qualities like to operate in climatic, altitude, and crosswind conditions.These helicopters have been used by the US Army since 1962 and were also availed in Vietnam.These Chinooks will be conveyed to Chandigarh later this year, where they will be formally admitted into the Indian Air Force.

112) What is the name of the Mobile App that was launched during the Surging Silk, Mega Event organized by Ministry of Textiles and Central Silk Board in NewDelhi? 1) e-textile 2) e-fabric 3) e-cocoon 4) e-yarn 5) None of these Answer - 3) e-cocoon Explanation: On February 10,2019,Surging Silk, Mega Event by Ministry of Textiles and Central Silk Board was held in New Delhi. The event was organized with a motive to highlight the growth of silk industry in India.In this event, Buniyaad Tasar Silk Reeling Machines to women reelers from tribal areas, to eradicate the age old practice of thigh reeling by end of March 2020.This machines by Central Silk Technological Research Institute in association with an entrepreneur from Champa in Chhattisgarh will improve the quality and productivity of Tasar silk yarn.A mobile application e-cocoon was launched during this event to check the quality of silkworm seeds.

113) Meghalaya Government had decided to rename which stadium after former lok sabha speaker Purno A Sangma? 1) Dikki Bandi stadium 2) Tilak Maidan Stadium 3) University Stadium 4) Fatorda Stadium 5) None of these Answer - 1) Dikki Bandi stadium Explanation: On February 9,2019,The Meghalaya Cabinet decided to rename the Dikki Bandi stadium in Tura town after former Lok Sabha Speaker Purno A Sangma.Purno Agitok Sangma served as the Chief Minister of

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Meghalaya from 1988 to 1990.

114)Union agriculture minister along with which state government inaugurated 3-day long krishi kumbh mela for promoting modern techniques and diversification in agriculture to help double farmer’s income? 1) NewDelhi 2) Bihar 3) Maharashtra 4) WestBengal 5) None of these Answer - 2)Bihar Explanation: Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh along with Bihar Governor Lalji Tandon inaugurated the 3-daylong Krishi Kumbh Mela in Motihari, Bihar.The main objective of the event is promoting modern techniques and diversification in agriculture to help double farmer’s income.According to the Shri Radha Mohan Singh, the government aims to double the income of farmers by 2022 and it is also creating a strong infrastructure from ‘Beej to Bazar’ for enhancing the farmer’s income.The government is also working on providing the farmers with institutional credit at nominal rates via ‘Kisan Credit Cards’.The Union Agriculture Minister, with the support of state Chief Ministers, is set to the implement the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) program in an efficient manner to ensure expeditious transfer of benefits to farmers.

115) Where did Prime Minister laid foundation stone of Indian Institute of Technology and Indian Institute of Information Technology on 10th February? 1) Bhubaneswar,Odisha 2) Gandhinagar,Gujarat 3) Visakhapatnam,AndhraPradesh 4) Hubli,Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 4) Hubli,Karnataka Explanation: On 10th February 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Hubli in Karnataka on the final leg of one day long his tri state visit of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu to initiate various development projects.Prime minister has unveiled a plaque to mark the laying of foundation stone for construction of building campus for Indian Institute of Technology at a cost of Rs. 12,000 crore and Indian Institute of Information Technology at a cost of Rs. 110 Crore, both at Dharwad, Hubli.

116) During PrimeMinister Visit to Tiruppur,TamilNadu,which coastal terminal of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL’s) was dedicated to nation? 1) Ennore Coastal Terminal 2) Tondiarpet Coastal Terminal 3) Tuticorin Coastal Terminal 4) Nagapattinam Coastal Terminal 5) None of these Answer - 1) Ennore Coastal Terminal Explanation: On 10th February 2019, Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has addressed a rally in Tamil Nadu’s hosiery hub of Tirupur during his tri-state visit to unveil development projects. The highlights of the visit to Tamil Nadu are as follows: Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi unveiled the Ennore Coastal terminal of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL). It will be a bigger and better alternative to its Tondiarpet facility. With this terminal in place, products can be moved along the coast from Kochi, thereby also reducing the cost of movement by road.

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117) For Promoting and Protecting which language a committee was constituted by Ministry of Human Resource Development in the year 2018? 1) Bengali 2) Gujarati 3) Maithili 4) Sindhi 5) None of these Answer - 3) Maithili Explanation: The Committee, constituted by the Ministry of Human Resource and Development in 2018, for making a report for the Promotion and Protection of Maithili Language and its scripts, has submitted its report to the ministry with several recommendations.The use of the Mithila script has been on a decline since the last 100 years. Despite having been accorded a constitutional status, the Mithila language is getting developed in a composite manner, as the script is not used, affecting the culture. The HRD Ministry keeping this is mind had formed the committee and plans to take immediate action to implement the recommendations.

118) India had signed a letter of intent with which country for cambating Marine Pollution? 1) Norway 2) Japan 3) China 4) Denmark 5) None of these Answer - 1)Norway Explanation: India signed a letter of intent with Norway to fight marine pollution on Monday, Feb. 11 2019, and establishes the India-Norway Marine Pollution Initiative.Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) signed the letter establishing the initiative with the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.Additional Secretary, MoEFCC, Mr. Anil Kumar Jain and Norway’s Ambassador to India, Mr. Nils RagnarKamsvag signed the joint initiative.A statement from the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM)revealed that this is the first joint initiative under this partnership and India-Norway Marine Pollution will fight the fastest growing environmental concern, which is marine pollution.

119) Name the Joint Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Exercise,that held recently in Jaipur, Rajasthan? 1) Vijay Prahar 2) Shakti 3) Rahat 4) Indra 5) None of these Answer - 3) Rahat Explanation: On 12th February 2019, Joint Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Exercise `Exercise Rahat´ concluded in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was demonstrated in Jaipur, Kota and Alwar in Rajasthan. Indian Army was represented by Jaipur based Sapta Shakti Command. Representatives from Armed Forces, National Disaster Management Response Mechanism (NDMRM), SDMA Rajasthan and DLMAs participated in the exercise.With a view to cooperate efforts for humanitarian assistance and Disaster Relief operations NDMA coordinated the exercise.The exercise was conducted in three places, in Jaipur it was in the form of a table top exercise and at Kota and Alwar it demonstrated on-ground capability and coordination among various stakeholders.

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120) Where was the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD) organized 2nd National Conference of Micro Missions of National Police Mission held? 1) WestBengal 2) Chennai 3) Maharashtra 4) NewDelhi 5) None of these Answer - 4)NewDelhi Explanation: On february 7,2019,Bureau of Police Research and Development, (BPRD) organized the 2nd National Conference of Micro Missions of National Police Mission in New Delhi.This is a two day conference organized with a motive to discuss the issues of Skills and Competence at the grass-root level, Attitudinal Changes in Police, Gender Sensitization, harnessing technology and Community Policing.This conference was inaugurated by Former Governor of Jammu and Kashmir N. N.Vohra.National Police Mission Awards was given to 9 officers for their contribution in Micro Missions and successful preparation of the implementable projects.

121) What was the theme of the National Conference on Unani Medicine held in NewDelhi,on the sidelines of Unani day observed on 11th February,2019? 1) Unani Medicine for Families, education and well-being 2) Unani Medicine for Public Health 3) Unani Medicine for Families, healthy lives and sustainable future 4) Unani Medicine for Families for all ages 5) None of these Answer - 2) Unani Medicine for Public Health Explanation: On February 11,2019,Dr. Najma Heptulla, Governor of Manipur, inaugurating the two-day National Conference on Unani Medicine organized by the Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) in New Delhi. This conference was held as a part of 3rd Unani Day celebration .Theme of the conference was ‘Unani Medicine for Public Health’.Unani Day on 11th February every year,is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Hakim Ajmal Khan .

122) Which State/UT has inaugurated the Institute of Advanced Virology (IAV)? 1) Kolkata,WestBengal 2) Chennai,TamilNadu 3) Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala 4) Mumbai,Maharashtra 5) None of these Answer -3) Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala Explanation: On February 10,2019,Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Institute of Advanced Virology (IAV), in Bio 360 Life Sciences Park at Thonnakkal in the capital city ,Thiruvananthapuram .This institute is linked to the Global Virus Network, which has 45 centres of excellence in over 29 countries.This institute is built with bio-safety level-3 facilities to detect virus like Nipah.

123) What was the name of the online portal launched during the first investor conference ASCEND 2019 held in Kerala? 1) KSWIFT 2) KSHEER 3) KINVEST 4) KPORTAL

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5) None of these Answer - 1) KSWIFT Explanation: On 10th February 2019, Kochi hosted the first investor conference ASCEND 2019 to showcase industry friendly initiatives. The conference displayed landmark administrative and policy reforms that improved ease of doing business in Kerala. Industries department introduced an online platform KSWIFT which enable entrepreneurs to submit all applications online and obtain licences and approvals in a time-bound manner. In the Investment Climate Index, Kerala ranked second which made the state to aim building sustainable industrial infrastructure with an eco-friendly and sustainable mode.

124) Where did PM Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s largest Cancer Institute named National Cancer Institute? 1) Jhajjar,Haryana 2) Chennai,TamilNadu 3) Guwahati,Assam 4) Guntar,AndhraPradesh 5) None of these Answer - 1) Jhajjar,Haryana Explanation: PM Modi inaugurated India’s largest Cancer Institute at Bhadsa in Jhajjar district in Haryana through video conferencing. NIC which is a Cancer cum research institute is developed with the overall cost of Rs. 2035 crore.NIC is constructed at the AIIMS Jhajjar Campus. It is a state of the art care and research institute with 700 bed hospital with all facilities.Besides hostel room for doctors and attendants of cancer patients it has surgical oncology anesthesia, palliative care and nuclear medicine.

125) What is the Name of the First Ayush University that was inaugurated in Kurukshetra,Haryana? 1) Sree Kurukshetra Ayush University 2) Sree National Ayush University 3) Sree Ayush University 4) Sree Krishna Ayush University 5) None of these Answer - 4) Sree Krishna Ayush University Explanation: he foundation stone for Sree Krishna Ayush University in Kurukshetra was laid by PM Narendra Modi. It is the first varsity related to the Indian system of medicine in Haryana.Sree Krishna Ayush University will provide treatment through Unani, Siddha, Yoga, Ayurveda and Homeopathic medical systems. It is also the first Ayush University in India.

126) Where did PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the First ESIC Medical College and Hospital,with the total cost Rs. 595 crore? 1) Chandigarh,Haryana 2) Panipat,Haryana 3) Faridabad,Haryana 4) Panipat, Haryana 5) None of these Answer - 3) Faridabad,Haryana Explanation: PM Modi inaugurated ESIC Medical College and Hospital at Faridabad which will provide good quality medical care to every citizen of the country.It is the first ESIC Medical College and Hospital in North India. The hospital is well equipped with state of art equipment, services, facilities, campus hostel for

Current Affairs Q&A PDF boys and girls, etc.The project costs around Rs. 595 crore. The 510 bedded hospital will provide medical facilities to the workers and their family members of the region.

127) Name the Campaign addressed by PrimeMinister NarendraModi which is launched to empower women in Kurukshetra,Haryana? 1) Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana 2019 2) Priyadarshini 2019 3) Rashtriya Mahila Kosh 2019 4) Swachh Shakti 2019 5) None of these Answer - 4) Swachh Shakti 2019 Explanation: Prime Minister, Narendra Modi during his visit to Haryana participated in ‘Swachh Shakti 2019’ and distributed Swachh Shakti 2019 awards. Around 15000 women from all over the India participated in the Swachh Shakti event. It was a national event attended by women Panches and Sarpanches from across the country. The event is aimed at empowering women.PM also visited Swachh Sundar Shauchalay exhibition in Kurukshetra and addressed a public gathering.

128) Which State/UT hosted the 3rd Indo-German Environment Forum on February 13,2019? 1) NewDelhi 2) Mumbai 3) Bengaluru 4) Kochi 5) None of these Answer - 1) NewDelhi Explanation: On 13th February 2019, bilateral meeting between India and Germany 3rd Indo-German Environment Forum held in New Delhi. The outcomes of discussion made in Indo-German Working Group held in Delhi on 6th February 2019 taken up to higher alliance discussed in the forum. Additional Secretary of Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Anil Kumar Jain called for strengthening the renewable alliances and climate between India and Germany as well as cooperation in field of environment.

129) Which Ministry had released the Publication on climate actions in India titled “India – Spearheading Climate Solutions” in NewDelhi? 1) Ministry of Rural Development 2) Ministry of Science and Technology 3) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change 4) Ministry of Earth Sciences 5) None of these Answer - 3) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Explanation: Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Dr Harsh Vardhan released a Publication on climate actions in India titled “India – Spearheading Climate Solutions” in New Delhi. It refers to the vital actions India has taken under multiple sectors to combat and adapt to climate change. Major initiatives mentioned in the publications are National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC), National Adaptation Fund on Climate Change (NAFCC), Climate Change Action Programme (CCAP), State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC), International Solar Alliances (ISA), and Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT).The Government aims to generate 175 GW of renewable energy by 2022. Advancement from Bharat Stage-IV to BHARAT Stage-VI emission standards by April 2020 have been undertaken to minimize the effect of climate change.

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130) Name the Annual Exercise carried out by Indian Army at Deolali Camp near Nashik? 1) Exercise Sampriti 2) Exercise Mitra Shakti 3) Exercise Shatrujeet 4) Exercise Topchi 5) None of these Answer - 4) Exercise Topchi Explanation: Indian army demonstrated its artillery firepower, aviation and surveillance capacity at the annual ‘Exercise Topchi’ at Deolali Camp near Nashik.The latest ultra-light Howitzer M-777, self-propelled gun K-9 Vajra and indigenous Swathi weapon-locating radar was demonstrated.The aviation assets showcased were the indigenous advanced light helicopter, light combat helicopter, Cheetah & Chetak helicopters.

131) Where did Food Processing Industries Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal commissioned the First Aqua Mega Food Park(Godavari Mega Aqua Food Park)? 1) Andhra Pradesh 2) Arunachal Pradesh 3) Himachal Pradesh 4) Madhya Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 1) Andhra Pradesh Explanation: Godavari Mega Aqua Food Park, first aqua mega food park was commissioned by Secretary of Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Pushpa Subrahmanyam on behalf of Food Processing Industries Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal via video conferencing in Andhra Pradesh.The park is set up on 57.81 acre of land and the facilities at its Central Processing Centre (CPC) includes pre-processing line, freezing and cold storage of fish and shrimp, an ice plant and food testing laboratory.

132) What is the theme of the Challachitram National Film Festival that is to be held Guwahati on March 1,2019? 1) ’Our Pride,Our Film’ 2) ’Our Nation,Our Pride’ 3) ’Our Film,Our Pride’ 4) 'Our Heritage, Our Pride' 5) None of these Answer - 4) 'Our Heritage, Our Pride' Explanation: Challachitram National Film Festival with the theme 'Our Heritage, Our Pride' will be held here in March, with a special award for entries from the northeastern region. Entries for short films, documentaries and animation films have been invited for both the competitive and non-competitive sections, a press release of 'Challachitram' said on Monday. The deadline for submitting entries is February 15. The three-day film festival will be held here from March 1. Chalachitram is a Guwahati-based organisation working for showcasing the heritage and culture of the northeast to national and international audience through films.

133) Union Cabinet Chaired by Prime minister Narendra Modi approved setting up of New Viral Vaccine Manufacturing Unit in which State/UT? 1) Faridabad,Haryana 2) Patna,Bihar 3) Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 4) Guwahati,Assam

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5) None of these Answer - 3) Coonoor, Tamil Nadu Explanation: Union Cabinet approved the proposal for allotment of 30 acres of land to Pasteur Institute of India for establishment of New Viral Vaccine Manufacturing Unit at Coonoor, Tamil Nadu. The land for the project will be transferred free of cost and will also be changed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare from ‘industrial’ to ‘institutional’.The project includes production of Anti Sera (like snake venom and Anti Rabies Sera) and Viral Vaccine (like TCA anti-measles vaccine, JE vaccine, etc.) at its manufacturing unit in Coonoor.

134) How many years of extension is given to the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK),whose tenure ends on March 31, 2019? 1) 2 years 2) 3 years 3) 4 years 4) 5 years 5) None of these Answer - 2) 3 years Explanation: PM Modi chaired Union Cabinet approved extension of tenure of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) beyond 31st March 2019 for 3 years.The tenure of the present commission is upto March 31, 2019.Safai Karamcharis and persons engaged in manual scavenging in the country will be the major beneficiaries of the proposal. NCSK was established in 1993 as per the provisions of the NCSK Act 1993 initially for a period upto March 31, 1997.

135) Which of the following bill is introduced in the cabinet to protect Indian citizen mostly women by their NRI spouses against exploitation and accountability? 1) Registration of Marriage and Protection of Indian Citizen Bill 2019 2) Registration of Marriage of Indian Women 2019 3) Registration of Marriage of Women Non Resident Indian(NRI) 2019 4) Registration of Marriage of Non Resident Indian (NRI) Bill 2019 5) None of these Answer - 4)Registration of Marriage of Non Resident Indian (NRI) Bill 2019 Explanation: Union Cabinet approved introduction of Registration of Marriage of Non Resident Indian (NRI) Bill 2019. It will offer protection against exploitation of Indian Citizens mostly women by their NRI spouses and create more accountability.The Bill requires amendment of the legal framework. When the bill us passed, marriages performed by NRIs would be registered in India or Indian Missions and posts abroad.

136) Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired Union Cabinet allowed which enterprise to participate in bidding for the strategic disinvestment of Engineering Projects (India) Limited (EPIL)? 1) Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) 2) Eligible Central Public Sector Enterprises (EPSEs) 3) National Buildings Construction Corporation (NBCC) 4) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) 5) None of these Answer - 2) Eligible Central Public Sector Enterprises (EPSEs) Explanation: Union Cabinet approved CCEA’s decision by allowing eligible Central Public Sector Enterprises (EPSEs) and Private Sector Entities to participate in bidding for the strategic disinvestment of Engineering Projects (India) Limited (EPIL).A meeting held on October 2016 by CCEA has given in principle approval

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for strategic disinvestment of 100% shares of Government of India in EPIL and merge it with a similarly placed CPSE.The proposed disinvestment will unlock resources which will be used to finance the social sector and development programmes. The modification will also promote competition in bidding process.

137) What is the new increased value of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for raw jute for the financial year 2019-20 approved by Union Cabinet? 1) Rs.3550 per quintal 2) Rs.3650 per quintal 3) Rs.3750 per quintal 4) Rs.3950 per quintal 5) None of these Answer - 4)Rs.3950 per quintal Explanation: Cabinet committee chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given approval to increase the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for raw jute for 2019-20 season.For Fair Average Quality (FAQ) raw jute the MSP has been increased to Rs.3950 per quintal for 2019-20 season from Rs.3700 per quintal in 2018- 19 season. The jute cooperation of India will continue to act as Central Nodal Agency. It will undertake price support operations at the MSP in jute growing states.

138) India had signed with which country for setting up Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter- terrorism? 1) Morocco 2) Japan 3) Srilanka 4) China 5) None of these Answer - 1) Morocco Explanation: The Cabinet approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Morocco for setting up a Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter-terrorism, subject to the cases relating to terrorist attacks.The objectives of the MoU are obtaining and exchanging information on terrorist activities.

139) India and Finland had signed agreement on cooperation with which of the following field? 1) In the field of agriculture 2) In the field of Climate and Environment 3) In the field of peaceful uses of outer space 4) In the field of Science and Technology 5) None of these Answer - 3) In the field of peaceful uses of outer space Explanation: The MoU between India and Finland on cooperation in the field of peaceful uses of outer space was given approval by the Union Cabinet.It includes provisions for exploring newer research activities and applications in the fields of Remote Sensing of the Earth, Satellite Communication, Satellite Navigation Space Science and Exploration of Outer Space.Provisions for Launching Finnish space objects by Indian launch vehicles, processing and using space data, use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cooperation around emerging new space opportunities are also included.

140) Union Cabinet approved how many MoU’s signed between India and Saudi Arabia? 1) 2 2) 3 3) 4

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4) 5 5) None of these Answer - 2) 3 Explanation: The Following MoU’s are Signed between India and Saudi Arabia • On establishing a mechanism for Investment Infrastructure in India. • In matters of Customs was approved by the Union Cabinet. • For strengthening cooperation in the field of Tourism was also approved by the Union Cabinet.

141) UNICEF of which State had tied up with Goa Women and Child Development (WCD) for addressing the issues in the field of child protection? 1) NewDelhi 2) Kerala 3) Maharashtra 4) TamilNadu 5) None of these Answer - 3) Maharashtra Explanation: In order to focus on the issues in the area of chid protection in the state, the UNICEF in Maharashtra joined hands with Goa Women and Child Development (WCD).Discussion was held on “Key challenges around child protection in Goa” at a training programme on Integrated Child Protection Scheme(ICPS), by WCD, which saw the participation of Ms. Rajeshwari Chandrasekar, Chief Field Officer,UNICEF Maharashtra and Ms. Alpa Vora, Consultant, Child Protection, UNICEF.Issue of migrant children who face a whole lot of different problems linked with challenges of livelihood, alcoholism, etc., of their poor parents, or the children themselves were brought to light, among other issues.

142)Which Organization/Ministry organized the Real Estate Conference CREDAI YouthCon 2019 in NewDelhi? 1) Ministry of Commerce and Industry 2) National Real Estate Development Council 3) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs 4) Confederation of Real Estate Developers Associations of India 5) None of these Answer - 4) Confederation of Real Estate Developers Associations of India Explanation: Annual Youth Conclave of Confederation of Real Estate Developers Associations of India (CREDAI), CREDAI YouthCon 2019 was held at the Talkatora Stadium in New Delhi. It was the 3rd edition of the YouthCon. Gautam Chatterjee, Maharashtra RERA Chief,said that the main objective of RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority) is transparency with other objectives being projects to help builders overcome difficulties and improve trust between builders and buyers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the CREDAI-YouthCon 2019. He announced that about 1.5 crore houses have been built under PM Awas Yojna out of which 15 lakhs are built for poor people in urban areas.

143) What is the theme of the 3rd edition CREDAI YouthCon 2019 ,that held in NewDelhi? 1) Theme:NexGEN – Next Generation 2) Theme:Next Generation Youth Conclave 3) Theme:NexGEN- Realtor 4) Theme:Future Youth Conclave 5) None of these Answer - 1) Theme:NexGEN – Next Generation

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Explanation: Annual Youth Conclave of Confederation of Real Estate Developers Associations of India (CREDAI), CREDAI YouthCon 2019 was held at the Talkatora Stadium in New Delhi. It was the 3rd edition of the YouthCon.Theme:NexGEN – Next GenerationGautam Chatterjee, Maharashtra RERA Chief,said that the main objective of RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority) is transparency with other objectives being projects to help builders overcome difficulties and improve trust between builders and buyers.

144) Life-size portrait of which politician was unveiled by the President of India in the Central Hall of Parliament? 1) Jawaharlal Nehru 2) Atal Bihari Vajpayee 3) B. R. Ambedkar 4) Subhas Chandra Bose 5) None of these Answer - 2) Atal Bihari Vajpayee Explanation: Former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s life size portrait was unveiled at the Central Hall of Parliament by President Ram Nath Kovind. It was done in the presence of Vice President Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad, Union Ministers, and leaders of various parties.

145) Bihar Chief Minister,Nitish Kumar launched which of the following Old Age Pension scheme recently? 1) Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan(RMSA) 2) Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awaas Yojana(PMGAY) 3) Mukhya Mantri Vriddha Pension Yojana (MMVPY) 4) Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana(PMMVY) 5) None of these Answer - 3) Mukhya Mantri Vriddha Pension Yojana (MMVPY) Explanation: Bihar Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar announced an Universal Old Age Pension scheme, named Mukhya Mantri Vriddha Pension Yojana (MMVPY), irrespective for all caste, community, religion, except for those who are retired from government organizations.The scheme facilitates the amount of Rs. 400 monthly pension for all in the state above the age of 60 who are not getting pension from the government.The scheme will come into its enforcement from 1st April, 2019.Other than this scheme, Bihar’s govt. has also proclaimed a pension of Rs. 6,000 for journalists above 60 years of age, which will get implemented from 1st April, 2019.

146) Which of the following scheme of Andhra Pradesh State Government had amalgamated with the PM-Kisan Scheme inorder to furnish farmers with Rs.10000 annually? 1) AP Nirudyoga Bruthi Scheme 2) Annadatha Sukhibhava scheme 3) AP Yuva Sadhikarika Nirudyoga Bhruthi Scheme 4) Chandranna Bima Yojana 5) None of these Answer - 2) Annadatha Sukhibhava scheme Explanation: Andhra Pradesh has made a significant move by merging Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Portal with its own Annadatha Sukhibhava scheme. This move will further allow a fixed amount of Rs. 10,000 per annum to all farmers in the state, irrespective of the size of their land.The benefits will be facilitated in 2 portions of Rs. 5000 before the Kharif and Rabi crop cycle. Around 70 lakhs farmers will get

Current Affairs Q&A PDF advantage from this merger.PM-Kisan scheme will not only cover the marginalized farmers, but also the tenant farmers who will be facilitated with ‘Cultivation Certificates’ and ‘Loan Eligibility Certificates’ to avail the benefits of scheme.Other than Rs. 6000 per household which will given under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, farmers will also receive Rs. 4000 from Andhra Pradesh government, which will further benefit 54 lakhs farmers.

147 )Which State government has prohibited the Popular Front of India (PFI)? 1) NewDelhi 2) Madhya Pradesh 3) Maharashtra 4) Jharkhand 5) None of these Answer - 4) Jharkhand Explanation: On 12th February, 2019, Jharkhand government has prohibited the Popular Front of India (PFI) in the state to prevent its anti-national tasks and activities, and for keeping alleged association with terror outfits like ISIS.Popular Front of India has banned in the state with the immediate effect under Section 16 of the Criminal Law (amendment) Act, 1908.This move to ban was after the review that its activities have elevated and is peril to the state and to nation as well. It also had the power to distort the peace, harmony and secular structure.Earlier also in Feb, 2018, PFI was banned by Jharkhand Govt., but few months after, Jharkhand High Court cancelled the state’s decision to ban the PFI.

148) Which State/UT hosted the 13th edition of PETROTECH-2019 recently? 1) Chennai,TamilNadu 2) Kolkata,WestBengal 3) Greater Noida,NewDelhi 4) Gandhinagar,Gujarat 5) None of these Answer - 3) Greater Noida,NewDelhi Explanation: The 13th edition of PETROTECH-2019 was held at India Expo Mart in Greater Noida, New Delhi from 10th to 12th February 2019. The event was attended by energy Ministers from 18 countries, top industry executives, and over 7000 delegates from 70 countries to discuss the way forward for the energy sector.

149) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. (ONGC) along with which of the following ministry organised the 13th edition of PETROTECH-2019,in NewDelhi? 1) Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas 2) Ministry of Commerce and Industry 3) Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises 4) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 5) None of these Answer - 1) Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas Explanation: 13th edition of PETROTECH-2019 was organised by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. (ONGC) in association with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

150) What is the theme of the 13th edition of PETROTECH-2019,organized by ONGC and Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas? 1) Theme-India Vision 2020: Issues, Challenges, Opportunities and Progress. 2) Theme-Values and Ethics: Conceptual Framework from Different Perspectives 3) Theme-The Next Economic Miracle, manuscripts that seek to focus

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4) Theme-Shaping the New Energy World through Innovation & Collaboration 5) None of these Answer - 4) Theme-Shaping the New Energy World through Innovation & Collaboration Explanation: The theme of PROTECH-2019 was “Shaping the New Energy World through Innovation & Collaboration”.PETROTECH is a biennial conference and exhibition for national and international experts in the oil & gas industry to meet and exchange views and share knowledge, expertise, and experiences.

151) Who launched the Dealer Owned Dealer Operated (DODO) for setting up of CNG stations during the 13th edition of PETROTECH-2019? 1) Narendra Modi 2) Dharmendra Pradhan 3) Ram Nath Kovind 4) Piyush Goyal 5) None of these Answer - 2) Dharmendra Pradhan Explanation: The Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Dharmendra Pradhan launched the Dealer Owned Dealer Operated (DODO) model for setting up CNG stations. According to the general guidelines of the scheme, the entire earmarked dealer plot shall be developed exclusively for setting up of CNG station and allied commercial activities at the discretion of City Gas Distribution activities. As number of CNG stations in the country increases, more than 10% CNG stations may be based on DODO model.

152) Which country had signed an MoU with Engineers India Ltd (EIL) for construction of an oil refinery plant? 1) Tanzania 2) Madagascar 3) Mongolia 4) Uganda 5) None of these Answer - 3) Mongolia Explanation: Engineers India Ltd (EIL), a Public Sector Undertaking, under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and the Government of Mongolia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the PROTECH-2019, for Project Management Consultancy services for construction of an oil refinery plant in Mongolia by EIL. Government of Mongolia is in process to set-up 5 MMTPA greenfield crude oil refinery in Sainshand province, under Line of Credit (LoC) extended by Government of India. The MoU was signed by Altantsetseg Dashdavaa, Executive Director, Mongol Refinery State Owned LLC and Mr R.K.Sabharwal, Director (Commercial), EIL in the presence of Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, and the Mongolian minister.

153) Government had increased the validity of e-tourist and e- business visas from 60 days to ____ in order to increase the number of foreign tourists and facilitate the process of e-visa? 1) 3 months 2) 6 months 3) 9 months 4) 1 year 5) None of these Answer - 4) 1 year Explanation: Duration of stay in India of e-tourists and e-business visas will be from 60 days to 1 year with multiple entry subjects.There has been removal of restriction of allowing foreigner for a maximum of 3 times.

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Government of India has made a series of amendments in e-visa regime, liberalizing it further and making it more tourists friendly. This step has been taken into consideration by Ministry of Tourism with Ministry of Home Affairs to ease the Visa regime in the country over the period of time.

154) What is the new National Minimum Wage (NMW) per month for a worker,recently revised by an expert committee appointed by Government of India? 1) Rs.8750 per month 2) Rs.9750 per month 3) Rs.7550 per month 4) Rs.8550 per month 5) None of these Answer - 2) Rs.9750 per month Explanation: An expert committee appointed by government suggested Rs. 9,750 per month or Rs. 375 per day as National Minimum Wage (NMW) for a worker. The Present NMW is Rs. 4,576.National minimum wage gas been proposed at various regional level in the range of Rs.8,892 to Rs. 11,622 per month, with supplementary house rent allowance of Rs. 1,430 per month for urban workers.The recommendations could form the basis for a national minimum wage covering all workers irrespective of skills, sectors, occupations and rural-urban areas.According to Committee’s formula, a family with 3.2 units of consumption requires food of Rs.2400, minimum 50 gm of protein and 30 gm of fat every day.The Labour ministry has proposed a statutory minimal wage which will be calculated by NMW calculator to address varying economic conditions at state and regional levels through a Code on Wages Bill.

155) Where did Union Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan inaugurated the North Karnataka Agromet Forecasting and Research Centre (NKAFC)? 1) Greater Noida,NewDelhi 2) Mumbai,Maharashtra 3) Kolkata,WestBengal 4) Dharwad, Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 4) Dharwad, Karnataka Explanation: Union Minister for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Dr. Harsh Vardhan, inaugurated the North Karnataka Agromet Forecasting and Research Centre (NKAFC), India’s first agromet forecast centre, at University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS) in Dharwad, Karnataka. The main objective of the centre is to give accurate reports on weather which would enable the farmers to protect the crops and get good yield. It will also educate farmers on how to manage the crops in different weather conditions and help them anticipate and plan their actions in advance.

156) Which of the following scheme is launched as a pension scheme by Finance Minister during Union budget 2019-20 for the benefit of workers in Unorganised Sector? 1) Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana 2) Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana 3) Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Mandhan Yojana 4) Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awaas Yojana 5) None of these Answer - 3) Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Mandhan Yojana Explanation: On 15th February 2019, Finance minister has implemented the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Mandhan Yojana which is primarily a pension scheme for the labours, associated in the unorganized sector. It was

Current Affairs Q&A PDF announced in Budget 2019. Under this scheme, workers of unorganized sectors whose monthly income is less than Rs. 15,000 may avail the Rs. 3000 per month after 60 year of age The scheme will facilitate the benefits up to 10 crore workers which include lower class workers, labor, plumber, mechanic, sweeper, construction workers, etc. An amount of Rs. 500 crore has been allocated for the scheme. The benefits of the scheme will be availed within 5 years.

157) The workers of unorganized sectors whose monthly income is less than Rs. 15,000 can joint the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Mandhan Yojana by just contributing ______Rupees per month,if the age of the worker is 18 year? 1) Rupees 55 per month 2) Rupees 100 per month 3) Rupees 50 per month 4) Rupees 150 per month 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rupees 55 per month Explanation: Under this scheme, workers of unorganized sectors whose monthly income is less than Rs. 15,000 may avail the benefits by contributing Rs. 100 per month to further get Rs. 3000 per month after 60 year of age. An 18 years old worker has to contribute Rs. 55 per month to avail the benefit.The scheme will facilitate the benefits up to 10 crore workers which include lower class workers, labor, plumber, mechanic, sweeper, construction workers, etc.

158) What is the route of the Semi-high-speed Train 18 or “Vande Bharat Express" flagged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently? 1) Delhi to Varanasi 2) Kalka to Shimla 3) Delhi to Jalpaiguri 4) Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling 5) None of these Answer - 1) Delhi to Varanasi Explanation: The semi-high-speed Train 18 or Vande Bharat Express was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modion 15th February 2019, from the New Delhi railway station.Vande Bharat Express will travel from Delhi to Varanasi in 9 hours and 45 minutes, with stoppage points at Kanpur and Allahbad (now Prayagraj).

159) Union Home Ministry recently designated Dera Baba Nanak land post as Immigration checkpoint for Kartarpur corridor.It resides in which State/UT? 1) Bikaner district of Rajasthan 2) Banaskantha district of Gujarat 3) Gurdaspur district of Punjab 4) Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir 5) None of these Answer - 3) Gurdaspur district of Punjab Explanation: On 11th February 2019, Union Home Ministry issued a notification designating Dera Baba Nanak’s land post located in Gurdaspur district of Punjab as an authorized immigration check point to enter and exit Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan.The founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak Dev spend more than 18 years of his life in Kartarpur which is located in Shakargarh in Narowal district of Pakistan’s Punjab.Vice President, Venkaiah Naidu laid foundation stone of Dera Baba Nanak – Kartarpur Sahib Corridor which is upto international border on November 26, 2018 at Mann village in Gurdaspur district.

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160) India and European Union decided to mutually invest up to 40 Million Euros on 7 Research and Innovation projects in which of the following field? 1) Water Challenge 2) Health and Sanitation 3) Education and Skills 4) Urbanization 5) None of these Answer- 1) Water Challenge Explanation: On 14th February 2019, India and the European Union has made a decision to mutually invest up to 40 Million Euros on 7 Research and Innovation projects to tackle and handle immediate water challenges in the country.The projects which are selected will develop or adapt the most acceptable existing creative and affordable solutions for Indian conditions, both in rural and urban areas, to facilitate solutions to cope up with water challenges.‘Horizon 2020’, EU’s programme and Indian government will invest together on projects for average duration of 4 years.The project will brace India’s Ganga rejuvenation initiative, transfer of European technologies to India to suit Indian needs.The 7 projects which are selected includes India-H20, LOTUS, PANI WATER, SAEASWATI 2.0, SPRING, PAVITR.

161) Where did India and the United States organised the India-US CEO Forum and India-US Commercial Dialogue? 1) Washington, D.C. 2) New York 3) NewDelhi 4) Maharashtra 5) None of these Answer - 3) NewDelhi Explanation: On 14th February, 2019, India and the United States conducted the India-US CEO Forum and India-US Commercial Dialogue in New Delhi. The meeting was chaired by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Suresh Prabhu. The forum marked the issues that affect business entities and areas for amalgamation for mutual benefit of both the economies, and also decided to establish working groups on financial services, healthcare and defense to accelerate trade and investment between the 2 countries. Both the countries greeted the development on cooperation between the Indian National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the US.

162) What is the theme of World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2019 held in NewDelhi? 1) Theme-Reconstructing Sociological Discourse in India: Perspectives from the Margins 2) Theme-Attaining the 2030 Agenda: delivering on our promise 3) Theme-International Migration, Indian Diaspora and Development 4) Theme-Cyber4All: An Inclusive, Sustainable, Developmental, Safe and Secure Cyberspace 5) None of these Answer - 2) Theme-Attaining the 2030 Agenda: delivering on our promise Explanation: World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2019, the flagship event of ‘The Energy and Resources Institute’ (TERI), was inaugurated by Vice President Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. It saw the presence of more than 2000 delegates in the fields od sustainable development, energy and environment sectors. The theme of WSDS 2019 was ‘Attaining the 2030 Agenda: delivering on our promise’.

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163) Ministry of AYUSH of India had signed MoU with which of the following Country in the field of medicinal plants? 1) Bangladesh 2) United States 3) Japan 4) Russia 5) None of these Answer - 1) Bangladesh Explanation: MoU was signed between the Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) and the Ministry of Health of Bangladesh on cooperation in the field of medicinal plants.In addition to that, MoU on mid-career training of 1800 Bangladesh civil servants. MoU between Hiranandani Group and Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority to facilitate investments in the Indian Economic Zone in Mongla, Bangladesh.

164) Who was conferred with Sustainable Development Leadership Award 2019 for his outstanding contributions towards sustainable development in Fiji? 1) Sitiveni Rabuka 2) Frank Bainimarama 3) Waisale Serevi 4) Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum 5) None of these Answer - 2) Frank Bainimarama Explanation: Frank Bainimarama, Prime Minister of Fiji, was honoured with the Sustainable Development Leadership Award 2019 for his outstanding contributions towards sustainable development in Fiji. TERI will set up Resource Efficiency Cell to enable inter-ministerial and inter-departmental synergy in promoting material resource efficiency in India.

165) Which State hosted the 5th India-Bangladesh Joint Consultative Committee Meeting, co- chaired by Sushma Swaraj and Dr Abdul Momen? 1) Guwahati,Assam 2) Dhaka,Bangladesh 3) NewDelhi,India 4) Chittagong,Bangladesh 5) None of these Answer - 3) NewDelhi,India Explanation: The 5th India-Bangladesh Joint Consultative Committee Meeting, co-chaired by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Foreign Affairs Minister of Bangladesh Dr Abdul Momen was held in New Delhi. It was the first high-level visit from a Bangladesh since the victory of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s victory in the parliamentary elections in December 2018 and Dr. Abdul Momen’s first time in India as Foreign Minister.

166) Bhubaneshwar of Odisha hosted the _____ Edition of International Dam Safety Conference 2019? 1) 5th 2) 4th 3) 3rd 4) 6th 5) None of these Answer - 1) 5th

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Explanation: State Water Resources minister Niranjan Pujari and Union Water Resources & Ganga Rejuvenation Secretary U.P. Singh inaugurated the 5th International Dam Safety Conference 2019 in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha.Structural safety and efficiency of the 80% large dams more than 25 years old and 209 dams over 100 years old and the measures to be taken were discussed at the conference.

167) Which Bank assisted the 5th International Dam Safety Conference,a part of Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP)? 1) African Development Bank 2) Asian Development Bank 3) European Investment Bank 4) World Bank 5) None of these Answer - 4) World Bank Explanation: State Water Resources minister Niranjan Pujari and Union Water Resources & Ganga Rejuvenation Secretary U.P. Singh inaugurated the 5th International Dam Safety Conference 2019 in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha. The conference was a part of the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) assisted by World Bank. 26 large dams in Odisha are covered under DRIP for rehabilitation including construction of an additional spill way for the Hirakud dam at Rs 600 crores.

168) Which State/UT hosted two day,Asia’s largest conference on Early Childhood, Early Ed Asia 2019? 1) Jaipur, Rajasthan 2) Chennai,TamilNadu 3) Lucknow,Uttarpradesh 4) Hyderabad,Telangana 5) None of these Answer - 1) Jaipur, Rajasthan Explanation: Early Ed Asia 2019, the two-day event which is Asia’s largest conference on Early Childhood, was held at the City Palace in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was the first time such a conference was held in India with over 6000 eminent early childhood educators, policy-makers, researchers and other stakeholders from India and foreign countries. The motto of the event was ‘Our Children. Our Future’. It was presented by Princess Diya Kumari, the Royal Family of Jaipur in association with ScooNews and Early Childhood Association (E.C.A).

169) India and Sweden had signed agreement with which field? 1) Tourism 2) Security Protection agreement 3) Agriculture 4) Medicine 5) None of these Answer – 2) Security Protection agreement Explanation: On 14th February 2019, Union Minister of Defence, Nirmala Sitharaman signed a Security Protection agreement between India and Sweden which will enable both the countries to share classified information each other.India and Sweden have been signing MoU in cooperation in the area of defence since 2009 and a bilateral meeting was held between both the nations in December 2018 in New Delhi.The agreement will provide a facilitating framework for greater cooperation on the high end and

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cutting edge technology and manufacturing.The agreement will boost ‘Make in India’ initiative by the Government of India. ‘Make in India’ is a type of Swadeshi movement launched by Government of India on 25th September 2014.

170) In which City does Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid foundation stone of Defence Corridor during his visit to Uttarpradesh? 1) Prayagraj 2) Varanasi 3) Jhansi 4) Lucknow 5) None of these Answer - 3) Jhansi Explanation: PM Modi on his visit to Jhansi laid foundation stone of Defence Corridor which will create a lot of direct and indirect employment to the youth in the region. Government decided to establish 2 defence corridors in the country, one at Tamil Nadu and the other in Uttar Pradesh. Jhansi is one among six nodal points of the UP defence corridors.The Defence Corridor will make India independent in defence production. The project will also attract many foreign and domestic Defence related companies to invest in the region.

171) During the visit to UttarPradesh Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Pahari Dam Modernization Project.The Dam is located on which River? 1) Yamuna River 2) Dhasan River 3) Ghaghara River 4) Gomti River 5) None of these Answer - 2) Dhasan River Explanation: PM Modi on his Jhansi visit inaugurated Pahari Dam Modernization Project. The dam is on Dhasan River which is a right bank tributary of Betwa River.The modernization will reduce the leakage of water from the dam and make more water available for the farmers which will be helpful to those farmers depending on water from the river.Pahari Dam was constructed in 1912 on Dhasan river in Jhansi district. The water is mainly used for irrigation purposes.

172) Where did Prime Minister,Shri Narendra Modi laid foundation stone of Road Project worth Rs 500 crore? 1) Nashik,Maharashtra 2) Aurangabad,Maharashtra 3) Yavatmal,Maharashtra 4) Pune,Maharashtra 5) None of these Answer - 3) Yavatmal,Maharashtra Explanation: Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi laid foundation stone of Road Project worth Rs 500 crore funded by Central Road Fund in Yavatmal, Maharashtra.The project includes 10 road construction projects under which 176 km of roads will be constructed in Yavatmal at a cost of Rs. 456 crore.

173) Name the School inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to improve the quality of education amongst tribal people? 1) Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan 2) Ekalavya Model Residential School 3) Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti

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4) National Institute of Open Schooling 5) None of these Answer - 2) Ekalavya Model Residential School Explanation: Prime Minister inaugurated the Ekalavya Model Residential School which has a capacity of 420 students in Nanded, in order to improve the quality of education amongst tribal people.The School is spread in 16 acres and equipped with modern facilities including provision for food, residential facility, playground and IT facilities.

174) Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off Humsafar Express in which of the following Route? 1) Yavatmal to Darjeeling 2) Aurangabad to Shimla 3) Ajni (Nagpur) to Pune 4) Pune- Newmal 5) None of these Answer - 3) Ajni (Nagpur) to Pune Explanation: In order to boost connectivity in the Yavatmal and nearby areas, Prime Minister flagged off Humsafar Express which will run between Ajni (Nagpur) and Pune.Narendra Modi announced that around 14500 houses are built at Yavatmal under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) which aims at provide housing to all by 2022.Certificates and cheques were distributed to Self Help Groups (SHGs) under Maharashtra State Rural Livelihoods Mission by Prime Minister.A research centre is being built at Chandrapur to tackle with the Sickle cell disease.

175) Prime Minister, Narendra Modi inaugurated Lower Panazara Medium Project under PMKSY provide irrigation facility to 21 villages in Dhule,Maharashtra.S stands for_____ in PMKSY? 1) S- Sinchayee (Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)) 2) S- Suraksha (Pradhan Mantri Krishi Suraksha Yojana (PMKSY)) 3) S- Sadak (Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sadak Yojana (PMKSY)) 4) S- Swasthya (Pradhan Mantri Krishi Swasthya Yojana (PMKSY)) 5) None of these Answer - 1) S- Sinchayee (Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)) Explanation: Prime Minister, Narendra Modi inaugurated Lower Panazara Medium Project which has a total water storage capacity of 109.31 Mcum and irrigation potential of 7585 hectares, under Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY).This Project will provide irrigation facility to 21 villages of Dhule District in Maharashtra.

176) Which Organisation/Ministry Organised the Second National Conference on “Sustainable and Environment-friendly Industrial Production” held in New Delhi? 1) Minister Of Health and Family Welfare 2) Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment 3) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change(MoEFCC) 4) Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises 5) None of these Answer - 3) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change(MoEFCC) Explanation: Second National Conference was organised on 15th February in New Delhi on “Sustainable and Environment-friendly Industrial Production (SEIP) Project”. It was organised by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change(MoEFCC) under Indo-German Development Cooperation. There were 70 participants including representatives from 18 State Pollution Control Boards and 8 State

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Industrial Departments-including representation from J&K, Tripura, Jharkhand, Goa, Gujarat, Rajasthan, etc.

177) India’s first district cooling system is to be set up in which of the following city by United Arab Emirates (UAE) based Tabreed? 1) Mumbai,Maharashtra 2) East Delhi,New Delhi 3) Amaravati, Hyderabad 4) Chennai,TamilNadu 5) None of these Answer - 3) Amaravati, Hyderabad Explanation: United Arab Emirates (UAE) based international cooling provider,National Central Cooling Company PJSC (Tabreed) entered into a 30-year concession with Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) to build India’s first district cooling system in Amaravati, Hyderabad.The agreement is for a contracted cooling capacity of 20,000 Refrigeration Tons (RTs) and will cater to the State’s Assembly, High Court, Secretariat and other Government buildings currently being constructed, for which cooling services will start in early 2021. The district cooling system will help save 40% of the energy currently being used and reduce CO2 emissions, as it uses only 50% of the primary energy consumption for cooling urban buildings, thus, improving the air quality and reducing general noise levels when compared to other traditional air conditioning systems.

178) Which Ministry has recently published a guidelines to establish charging station for EV (Electric Vehicles) at every 25 km to outline the ways to build fueling points? 1) Ministry of Urban Development 2) Ministry of Commerce and Industry 3) Ministry of Housing and Urban affairs 4) Ministry of Shipping, Road Transport and Highways 5) None of these Answer - 3) Ministry of Housing and Urban affairs Explanation: The ministry of Housing and Urban affairs has published a set of guidelines to establish charging station for EV (Electric Vehicles) at every 25 km to outline the ways to build fueling points. This necessity of instituting charging stations has arrived as government expects that 25% of road vehicles will be electric by 2030. Norms and standards of Electric vehicles will be incorporated by the building byelaws agencies of the respective guiding documents of the state government and union territories. For making provisions for establishing EV infrastructures, Ministry has made amendments to the guidelines of MBBL (Model Building Bye laws), 2016 and URDPFI (Urban Regional Development Plans Formulation and Implementation), 2014.

179) Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated which of the following Irrigation projects in Kalahandi District of Odisha? 1) Tungbhadra Irrigation Project 2) Ret Medium Irrigation project 3) Ganges Kobadak irrigation project 4) Bhakhra Nangal Irrigation Project 5) None of these Answer - 2) Ret Medium Irrigation project Explanation: Ret Medium Irrigation project which is constructed at a cost of Rs 768.46 crore, as stated officially.The project is expected to benefit 79 villages by providing them with irrigation facility for 8500 hectares of agricultural land under the four blocks of Bhawanipatna, Kesinga, Narla and Lanjigarh in the district. 38

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180) How much amount is released by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik each to 11,122 women self-help groups as seed money? 1) Rs.5000 2) Rs.10000 3) Rs.15000 4) Rs.20000 5) None of these Answer - 3) Rs.15000 Explanation: The chief minister also released Rs 15,000 each to 11,122 women self-help groups as seed money, Rs 25 lakh each to 14 block-level Mahasanghs, Rs 3000 each to 9836 SHGs as digital empowerment assistance under the ongoing Mission Shakti programme.

181) Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid foundation stone for which of the following Rail Project worth more than Rs 13,000 crore? 1) Danapur Metro Rail Project 2) Patna Metro Rail Project 3) Akal Takht Metro Rail Project 4) Gaya Metro Rail Project 5) None of these Answer - 2) Patna Metro Rail Project Explanation: Foundation stone for the Patna Metro Rail Project was laid down by PM Narendra Modi, which is worth more than Rs 13,000 crore (estimated cost Rs 13,365.77crore) and will be completed in the next 5 years. The project will benefit about 27 lakh people of the state. The Patna Metro Railway Project will have 2 corridors covering an area of about 32 km. The 1st corridor will be a stretch of 94 km while the 2nd corridor will be 14.45 km. The 1st corridor, Danapur Cantonment to Mithapur, will pass through the heart of the city and connect densely populated central areas like Raza Bazar, the Secretariat, the High Court and the Law University Railway Station. 1st corridor will consist of 11 stations, out of which 8 will be underground and 3 elevated. The 2nd corridor, Patna Junction to New ISBT (Inter-State Bus Terminal), will connect Gandhi Maidan, PMCH, Patna University, Rajendra Nagar, Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Transport Nagar and ISBT. In the 2nd corridor, 12 stations will be present, of which 3 would be underground and 9 would be elevated. Multimodal Integration with Railway Stations and ISBT Station and feeder network of Bus, Intermediate Public Transport (IPT) and Non-Motorised Transport (NMT) will also be present along with the approved corridors.

182) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the River Front Development project during his state visit to Bihar? 1) Patna 2) Nalanda 3) Muzaffarpur 4) Gaya 5) None of these Answer – 1) Patna Explanation: PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the River Front Development at Patna and the Patna City Gas Distribution Project(CGD). Patna River Front, unveiled by the PM,includes 16 ghats, 1 crematorium, 4.9 km promenade, community-cum-cultural centre, audio-visual theatre and eco centre

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build at a cost of 243.27 crore. He inaugurated the City Gas Distribution (CGD) network in Patna and first phase of the Jagdishpur – Haldia & Bokaro – Dhamra Natural Gas Pipeline Project (JHBDPL), popularly known as ‘Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga‘. The foundation stone of Phase 1 of ‘Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga‘ had been laid by the Prime Minister in July 2015 in Patna and the section from Phulpur – Dobhi – Barauni with spurlines to Patna&Varanasi of length 585 km has been completed.

183) Under which of the following Scheme Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Sahibganj Sewerage Treatment plant and “Madhusudan Ghat” in Jharkhand? 1) Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2) Namami Gange – National Mission for Clean Ganga 3) UDAN Scheme 4) Swajal scheme 5) None of these Answer –2) Namami Gange – National Mission for Clean Ganga Explanation: PM inaugurated the newly constructed building at the Women’s Engineering College in Ramgarh. He inaugurated one Rural Water Supply scheme for Ramgarh and three for Hazaribagh.The Sahibganj Sewerage Treatment plant and “Madhusudan Ghat” under ‘Namami Gange – National Mission for Clean Ganga’ programme were also inaugurated.The prime minister laid the foundation stone for 2,718 Piped Water Supply schemes for the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups and a Tribal Studies Centre at the Hazaribagh-based Acharya Vinoba Bhave University. Foundation stone for 4 hospitals of 500 beds in Hazaribagh, Dumka and Palamau was laid down.At Ranchi, the PM interacted with beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana – Ayushman Bharat.

184) Name the mega exercise conducted by Indian Air Force in Pokhran, Rajasthan? 1) Yudh Abyas 2) Hind Shakti 3) Vayu Shakti 4) Ekuverin 5) None of these Answer - 3) Vayu Shakti Explanation: On 16th February 2019, Indian Air Force conducted mega exercise ‘Vayu Shakti’ in Pokhran, Rajasthan. The exercise was conducted two days after 40 CRPF personnel killed in a suicide attack in Kashmir’s Pulwama. For the first time, the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALP) and the Akash surface-to-air missile were deployed in military exercise. MiG-29 fighter jet also participated in the exercise.The capability of Griffin Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) a laser-guided bomb system was also showcased in the exercise. It is used to retrofit gravity bombs, making them laser guided smart ammunition.The honorary group captain of the IAF, Sachin Tendulkar was present during the exercise. He became honorary group captain in 2015 for his achievements in cricket.

185) Where did Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare,Radha MohanSingh, inaugurated the 4th Agri Leadership Summit 2019? 1) Haryana 2) Odisha 3) Assam 4) Madhya Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 1) Haryana Explanation: Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare,Radha MohanSingh, inaugurated the 4th Agri Leadership Summit 2019 at the India International Horticulture Market

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(IIHM) in Ganaur, Sonipatdistrict, Haryana. It was a 3-day summit which took place from 15th February 2019 to 17th February 2019. The main objective of the summit was to provide a platform to the progressive farmers,Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO), Agri-input and Agri-produce processing industries of the country to interact with policy-makers, scientists and technologists in order to increase the income and quality of life of the farmers and to attract investments in agriculture related industries of the State.

186) What is the theme of the 4th Agri Leadership Summit 2019,that held in Ganaur, Sonipat district, Haryana? 1) Theme- “Leading in the Hyperconnected World” 2) Theme- “Resilient and innovative Asean” 3) Theme- “Partnership with Youth to Achieve the SDGs-Moving from Policy to Action” 4) Theme-“Entrepreneurship & Agri Business; Agri Allied – A Promising Sector and Agri Service- Direct Marketing” 5) None of these Answer - 4) Theme-“Entrepreneurship & Agri Business; Agri Allied – A Promising Sector and Agri Service- Direct Marketing” Explanation: Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare,Radha MohanSingh, inaugurated the 4th Agri Leadership Summit 2019 at the India International Horticulture Market (IIHM) in Ganaur, Sonipatdistrict, Haryana. It was a 3-day summit which took place from 15th February 2019 to 17th February 2019. The theme of the summit was “Entrepreneurship & Agri Business; Agri Allied – A Promising Sector and Agri Service- Direct Marketing”.

187) Which of the following Organisation is the institutional partner of the 4th Agri Leadership Summit 2019,that held in Haryana? 1) National Informatics Centre 2) PHDCCI-Progress, Harmony and Development Chamber of Commerce and Industry 3) Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare 4) Ministry of Rural development 5) None of these Answer - 2) PHDCCI-Progress, Harmony and Development Chamber of Commerce and Industry Explanation: Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare,Radha MohanSingh, inaugurated the 4th Agri Leadership Summit 2019 at the India International Horticulture Market (IIHM) in Ganaur, Sonipatdistrict, Haryana. It was a 3-day summit which took place from 15th February 2019 to 17th February 2019. PHDCCI-Progress, Harmony and Development Chamber of Commerce and Industry was the Institutional Partner at the summit. President Ram Nath Kovind addressed the closing ceremony of the summit.He launched Digital Kisan Platform.He also conferred Krishi Ratna Puraskar on Vice Chancellor K. P. Singh for Haryana Agriculture University, Hisar and honoured 9 farmers with the Kisan Ratna Puraskar.

188) 3 day 40th International Annual Desert Festival was hosted in which of the following city in Rajasthan? 1) Udaipur 2) Jodhpur 3) Ajmer 4) Jaisalmer 5) None of these Answer - 4) Jaisalmer

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Explanation: On 17th February 2019, 40th International Annual Desert Festival kicked off in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. It will exhibit rich cultural heritage of the state and attract thousands of tourists from all over the world to the Golden City. The festival was held amidst the beautiful Sam dunes of the Thar Desert. It commences with a procession from the Jaisalmer Fort to the Shahid Poonam Singh Stadium.On the opening day, the Border Security Force presented a camel tattoo show. The festival is organised by the Rajasthan tourism and district administration.

189) Name the 2 new Districts erected in Telangana after which the total number of districts raised to 33? 1) Sangareddy and Ranga Reddy 2) Mulugu and Narayanpet 3) Vikarabad and Suryapet 4) Nirmal and Nizamabad 5) None of these Answer - 2) Mulugu and Narayanpet Explanation: On 17th February, 2019, Revenue Department of Telangana has issued a notification stating about the creation of 2 new districts in Telangana– Mulugu and Narayanpet.With the creation of 2 districts, total number of districts in Telangana has augmented to 33.District Naraynpet and Mulugi has been carved out of the District Mahabubnagar and Bhupalapally districts respectively.

190) W hich of the following Act is amended by Karnataka government to provide 100% reservation to Kannadigans in jobs lying under the Group C and Group D category in the private companies? 1) Karnataka Control of Organized Crimes Act 2000 2) Karnataka Employment and Women Empowerment Laws (Amendment) Act, 2003 3) Karnataka Municipal Corporations Employment (Amendment) Act, 2003 4) Karnataka Industrial Employment (Standing Orders), Rules, 1961 5) None of these Answer - 4) Karnataka Industrial Employment (Standing Orders), Rules, 1961 Explanation: A decision has been made by the government of Karnataka to give 100% reservation to Kannadigans in jobs lying under the Group C and Group D category in the private companies, that are getting support from the government.The state cabinet has made this decision by making amendments to the Karnataka Industrial Employment (Standing Orders), Rules, 1961 in order to implement the Sarojini Mahishi report.Also, district-level committees led by deputy commissioners will be established to deal with companies which do not comply with the rules.In case companies do not follow the rules, their government concessions are liable to be withdrawn.Kannadiga is a person who has been the resident of the state since the past 15 years and can read, write and speak Kannada reasonably well.

191) Sikkim’s Chief Minister,Pawan Kumar Chamling presented the interim Budget worth ______crore for the Financial Year (FY) 2019-20? 1) Rs 2,566.29 crore 2) Rs 3,566.29 crore 3) Rs 3,966.29 crore 4) Rs 2,966.29 crore 5) None of these Answer - 2) Rs 3,566.29 crore Explanation: Sikkim’s Chief Minister, Pawan Kumar Chamling,who holds charge of the Finance Department, presented the interim Budget for Financial Year (FY) 2019-20 of Rs 3,566.29 crore in the State Legislative

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Assemblyon the inaugural day of the two-day session.It comprises of Revenue Expenditure of Rs 2,713.88 crore and Capital Expenditure of Rs 852.41 crorefor half of the duration of the FY 2019-20. It will be discussed and voted on by the House on 20th February 2019, the last day of the 9th Legislative Assembly.

192) Who flagged off 33 'Sarthi Sandesh Vahini' vehicles in Gorakhpur? 1) Ram Nath Kovind 2) Piyush Goyal 3) Narendra Modi 4) Yogi Adityanath 5) None of these Answer - 4) Yogi Adityanath Explanation: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath flagged off 33 'Sarthi Sandesh Vahini' vehicles here. The 'Sarthi Sandesh Vahini' is a mission started by the state family welfare department with an aim to spread awareness regarding family planning in urban and rural areas.

193) Name the country where Invest India Grid was launched on the sidelines of the NITI Aayog- SCISP workshop? 1) U.S 2) Saudi Arabia 3) Russia 4) Japan 5) None of these Answer - 2) Saudi Arabia Explanation: A high-level delegation comprising of leading Indian CEOs and India’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ahmad Javed, led by NITI Aayog CEO, Amitabh Kant, visited Saudi Arabia from 16th February to 17th February, 2019 to take part in discussions with the Saudi Centre for International Strategic Partnerships (SCISP)and with Ministerial level representations from 12 Saudi Ministries in Riyadh. Invest India Grid was launched in Saudi Arabia during the workshop, which would be setting up a dedicated team for facilitating Saudi investments in India. NITI Aayog and SCISP agreed to provide continuing momentum to the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership.

194) President Donald Trump declared national emergency at which of the following border and sought construction of long wall? 1) US-Russia border wall 2) US-Pakistan border wall 3) US-Mexico border wall 4) US-Canada border wall 5) None of these Answer - 3) US-Mexico border wall Explanation: U.S. President Donald Trump, declared a national emergency at the US-Mexico border to fund construction of his long-sought wall, citing an “invasion of drugs and criminals” as reason for the act.He announced that he will be spending roughly $8 billion on border barriers combining the money approved by Congress with funding he plans to repurpose through executive actions, including the national emergency.Building a border wall was a key pledge in Mr. Trump’s election campaign.

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195) Who inaugurated the 2-day long One Health India Conference 2019 in New Delhi with an objective to launch India‘s new One Health Initiative? 1) Narendra Modi 2) Ram Nath Kovind 3) Sushma Swaraj 4) Harsh Vardhan 5) None of these Answer - 4) Harsh Vardhan Explanation: Union Science & Technology Minister, Dr. Harsh Vardhan, inaugurated the 2-day long One Health India Conference 2019 in New Delhi. The purpose of the conference was to launch India‘s new One Health Initiative – an inter sectoral approach to tackling the most urgent health threats in India as well as in low- and middle-income countries across South and South East Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. The main objective of the conference was to formulate a roadmap for the response, preparedness, and management of current regional, national and global health challenges using a One Health collaborative approach.

196) Name the Minister who launched various initiatives to escalate safety of women in 16 states and Union Territories along with Maneka Gandhi in NewDelhi? 1) Ram Nath Kovind 2) Sushma Swaraj 3) Rajnath Singh 4) Narendra Modi 5) None of these Answer - 3) Rajnath Singh Explanation: On 19th February 2019, Home Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi in New Delhi launched various initiative to escalate safety of women in 16 states and Union Territories . · Investigation Tracking System for Sexual Offences (ITSSO) · Safe City Implementation Monitoring (SCIM) portal · Pan India number under the Emergency Response Support System, ERSS

197) Under the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS), which of the following helpline number has been launched for ensuring women safety, by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh? 1) 144 2) 112 3) 131 4) 136 5) None of these Answer - 2) 112 Explanation: On 19th February 2019, pan India number 112(helpline number) was launched by Home Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister for Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi in New Delhi. It comes under the Emergency Response Support System, ERSS which has been introduced for women safety in 16 states and Union Territories including Andhra Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Jammu and Kashmir and was launched in Himachal Pradesh and Nagaland earlier. All the states are required to set up an Emergency Response Centre, ERC. In the hour of need, the person seeking can help can: · Dial 112

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· In smartphones, press power button of the phone thrice without any delay to activate a panic call to the Emergency Response Centre. · In feature phones, long press on the number 5 or 9 on the keypad to activate the panic call.

198) Who is the head of Group of Ministers (GoM),which has favoured 3% GST on the affordable housing category, down from 8% and submitted its report to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council? 1) Mallikarjun Kharge 2) Shanta Kumar 3) Nitin Patel 4) Murli Manohar Joshi 5) None of these Answer - 3) Nitin Patel Explanation: A Group of Ministers (GoM) headed by Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel, which has favoured 3% on the affordable housing category, down from 8%, has submitted its report to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council for taking it up and decide on it in the meeting to be held on 20th February 2019. The Council might also consider reducing tax on cement from 28%to 18% to boost the realty sector in the meeting.GST is currently levied at 12%on premium housing and 8% on affordable housing on payments made for under-construction properties, where completion certificate has not been issued at the time of sale.No GST is charged if a property is bought after the issue of completion certificate.

199) Which Ministry sponsored the National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre (NDDTC) AIIMS,New Delhi for their report on “Magnitude of Substance Use in India”? 1) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare 2) Ministry of Science and Technology 3) Ministry of Human Resource Development 4) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment 5) None of these Answer - 4) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Explanation: A report “Magnitude of Substance Use in India”by National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre (NDDTC) of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi sponsored by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment was submitted to the Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot in Delhi. A“National Survey on Extent and Pattern of Substance Use in India”was conducted by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment through the NDDTC of AIIMS, New Delhi in both the national and stated levels.Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot stated that in order to deal with the issue of drug abuse and to formulate guidelines and prepare an action plan, the State governments and all other stake holders including NGOs and drug de-addiction centres will be consulted.

200) According to the National Sample Survey Office’s (NSSO) report gross secondary enrolment rate in the 15-16 age group was hiked to ______percent in the year 2016 from 58 percent in 2010. 1) 75 percent 2) 80 percent 3) 90 percent 4) 66 percent 5) None of these Answer - 3) 90 percent Explanation: According to the National Sample Survey Office’s (NSSO) first periodic labour force survey, levels of unemployment were observed to be much higher among educated people than ones with lower level of education in 2017-18. The gross secondary enrolment rate in the 15-16 age group went up to 90 percent

Current Affairs Q&A PDF in 2016 from 58 percent in 2010. The rate of education among rural men increased from a mere 6 percent in 2011-12 to 10.5 percent in 2017-18. As many as 9.2 percent urban men were educated in 2017-18, more than double of the 2011-12 levels.

201) Union Tourism Minister, Shri K. J. Alphons, inaugurated the ‘Eco Circuit: Pathanamthitta – Gavi – Vagamon – Thekkady’ project under which of the following scheme in Vagamon, Kerala? 1) Swadeshi Darshan scheme 2) Pooled Finance Development Fund Scheme 3) Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana 4) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana 5) None of these Answer - 1) Swadeshi Darshan scheme Explanation: Union Tourism Minister, Shri K. J. Alphons, inaugurated the ‘Eco Circuit: Pathanamthitta – Gavi – Vagamon – Thekkady’ project under the Swadeshi Darshan scheme of the Ministry of Tourism,at Vagamon, Kerala. The project was sanctioned for Rs 76.55 crores in December 2015 and major works carried out under it include Eco Adventure Tourism Park at Vagamon, Cultural Centre at Kadamanitta, Eco Log Huts at Peerumedu, Approach Roads, Walking trails, Rain Shelters at Pine Valley Forest, Thekkady, Kumily, Moozhiyar Dam, Penstock and Kakki Dam.

202) Name the State government,which passed a Bill to make Sanskrit as the second official language of the state? 1) Madhya Pradesh 2) Himachal Pradesh 3) Maharashtra 4) NewDelhi 5) None of these Answer - 2) Himachal Pradesh Explanation: On 16th February 2019, a bill was passed in the Himachal Pradesh assembly to make Sanskrit the second official language of the state. Key Points Mahender Singh Thakur, the Irrigation and Public Health minister introduced the bill Himachal Pradesh Official Language Bill, 2019 (Amendment). The bill was introduced in the absence of Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur and was passed without discussion. With this, Himachal Pradesh became the second state to adopt Sanskrit as the second official language of the state after Uttarakhand. The other bills passed during the same session: · Himachal Pradesh University of Health Sciences Amendment Bill, 2019 to rename Himachal Pradesh University of Health Sciences as Atal Medical and Research University, Himachal Pradesh. · Himachal Pradesh Bovine Breeding Bill, 2019 to promote indigenous species of cows in the state by setting up sperm stations and using frozen semen in artificial insemination.

203) Uttarakhand State government had given Interest-free loans worth how much worth to self- help groups involved in agro-related activities during its State Budget 2019-20? 1) Rs 3 lakh 2) Rs 1 lakh 3) Rs 2 lakh 4) Rs 5 lakh 5) None of these Answer - 4) Rs 5 lakh Explanation: Uttarakhand State budget of Rs. 48,663.90 crore was presented by Finance Minister Prakash Pant who described it as a balanced budget by prioritising education, health, agriculture, employment generation in rural areas, infrastructure, housing and urban development. Interest-free loans of up to Rs 1 lakh shall

Current Affairs Q&A PDF be provided to poor and small farmers.Interest free loans amounting to Rs 5 lakh shall be given to self- help groups involved in agro-related activities.Rs 1,341 crore have been allocated to agriculture and horticulture in the budget while Rs 3,141.34 crore have been allocated to rural development and Panchayati Raj department.

204) Punjab FM Manpreet Singh Badal allocated ______crore for farm debt waiver,while presenting the State Budget 2019-20? 1) Rs 3,000 crore 2) Rs 2,000 crore 3) Rs 4,000 crore 4) Rs 5,000 crore 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rs 3,000 crore Explanation: Punjab Finance Minister Manpreet Singh Badal presented the state budget for Financial Year (FY) 2019- 20 with a total outlay of Rs 1,58,493 crore with no new taxes. An allocation of Rs 3,000 crore for farm debt waiver was proposed for the year 2019-20 in order to waive off the loans of landless farm labourers and the families of farmers who have been forced to commit suicides. The total revenue receipts have been estimated at Rs 78,510 crore for the next financial year as against Rs 70,399 crore for 2018-19. The total receipts of the state have been pegged at Rs 1,54,170 crore.

205) Name the Scheme approved by Union Cabinet with an objective of providing financial and water security to farmers? 1) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 2) Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana 3) Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan 4) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana 5) None of these Answer - 3) Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan Explanation: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved launch of Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan with the objective of providing financial and water security to farmers.The proposed scheme consists of three components: Component-A: 10,000 MW of Decentralized Ground Mounted Grid Connected Renewable Power Plants. Component-B: Installation of 17.50 lakh standalone Solar Powered Agriculture Pumps. Component-C: Solarisation of 10 Lakh Grid-connected Solar Powered Agriculture Pumps.All 3 components combined, the scheme aims to add a solar capacity of 25,750 MW by 2022.The total central financial support provided under the scheme would be Rs. 34,422 crore.

206) Union Cabinet approved the implementation of National Rural Economic Transformation Project (NRETP) under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) with the loan assistance of which of the following bank? 1) World Bank 2) Asian Development Bank 3) International Bank For Reconstruction and Development 4) International Finance Corporation 5) None of these Answer - 1) World Bank Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved the implementation of an Externally Aided Project named National Rural Economic Transformation Project (NRETP) under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) through loan assistance from World Bank. NRETP’s technical assistance and higher-level interventions facilitated by the project will enhance the livelihoods

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promotion and access to finance and scale-up initiatives on digital finance and livelihood interventions. DAY-NRLM aims on targeting the poorest and the most vulnerable communities and their financial inclusion.

207) Union Cabinet increased the dearness allowance by 3 per cent effective from January 1, 2019.What is the new revised dearness allowance for pensioners? 1) 9% 2) 12% 3) 15% 4) 6% 5) None of these Answer - 2) 12% Explanation: The Union Cabinet gave approval to the release of an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees, and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners with effect from 1st January 2019, representing an increase of 3% over the existing rate of 9% of the Basic Pay/Pension, to compensate for price rise.The revised DA will be 12%.This increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The combined impact on the exchequer on account of both DA and DR would be Rs. 9168.12 crore per annum and Rs. 10696.14 crore in the FY 2019-20 (for a period of 14 months from January 2019 to February, 2020). This will benefit about 48.41 lakh Central Government employees and 62.03 lakh pensioners.

208) Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi had approved continuation of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) phase II with a target of constructing 1.95 crore houses by the year ______? 1) 2020 2) 2025 3) 2030 4) 2022 5) None of these Answer - 4) 2022 Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) beyond March, 2019(PMAY-G) Phase-II as follows: Total target for construction of 1.95 crore houses under PMAY-G Phase-II upto 2022. Continuation of rural housing scheme Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana. Gramin (PMAY-G) in Phase-ll till 2019-20 as per the existing norms of PMAY-G Phase-l, with a target of 60 lakh houses involving financial implication of Rs.76,500 crore. (Central share of Rs. 48,195 crore and State share of Rs.28,305 crore)

209) India had signed MOU with which of the following country on combating Transnational Crime and developing Police Cooperation? 1) South Korea 2) Morocco 3) Vietnam 4) South Africa 5) None of these Answer - 1) South Korea Explanation: The Union Cabinet has approved the signing of MoU between the South Korean National Police Agency, Republic of Korea (South Korea) and the Ministry of Home Affairs, India on combating transnational crime and developing police cooperation.Its objective is improving the effectiveness of both countries in the prevention and suppression of crimes, including crime relating to terrorism and Transnational

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Organized Crime, and to establish a framework for enhancing cooperation between the officials of intelligence and law-enforcement agencies of the 2 countries.

210) Which of the following MoU’s signed between India and Morocco on February 19,2019? i) In the field of Reciprocal Facilitation of procedures for issue of Business Visa. ii) In the field of Communications. iii) In fields of Education and Human Resource Development. 1) Option i is correct 2) Option i and ii are correct 3) Option i and iii are correct 4) Option ii is correct 5) None of these Answer - 3) Option i and iii are correct Explanation: The Union Cabinet gave ex-post facto approval to the MoU between India and Morocco on the Reciprocal facilitation of procedures for issue of Business Visa and also approved to the MoU between India and Morocco to facilitate Mutual Recognition of Academic Qualifications. The MoU was signed on 22nd January 2019. The cooperation between the 2 countries in fields of Education and Human Resource Development will be strengthened.

211) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the first ever diesel to electric converted locomotive twin engine of 10000 Horse Power(HP)? 1) Guwahati,Assam 2) Bhubaneswar,Odisha 3) Dwarka,Gujarat 4) Varanasi,UttarPradesh 5) None of these Answer - 4) Varanasi,UttarPradesh Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the first ever diesel to electric converted locomotive twin engine of 10000 Horse Power(HP) at DLW Varanasi. It is designed with the help of engineers from Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO), Chittaranjan Locomotive Works(CLW), and BHEL. Diesel Locomotive Works took just 69 days to convert two WDG3A Diesel Locos into a Twin Electric WAGC3 locomotive of 10,000 HP.

212) During visit to Varanasi, PM Modi Inaugurated Virtual Experiential Museum in the banks of which River? 1) River Yamuna 2) River Betwa 3) River Ganges 4) River Ramganga 5) None of these Answer - 3) River Ganges Explanation: Prime Minister,Narendra Modi inaugurated Virtual Experiential Museum (VEM)under Archeological Survey of India, Man – Mahal,in the bank of the River Ganges. National Council of Science Museum (NCSM) under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India established Virtual Experiential Museum.

213) Name the SuperComputer that was unveiled in IIT-BHU by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? 1) Param Shivay 2) Aaditya 3) SahasraT

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4) Param Yuva 2 5) None of these Answer - 1) Param Shivay Explanation: PM Narendra Modi inaugurated supercomputer ‘Param Shivay’ at IIT-BHU.The supercomputer of 833 teraflop capacity built at the cost of Rs 32.5 crore. Additional Information: India’s first supercomputer called PARAM 8000 was launched in 1991. He released commemorative postage stamp on completion of 100 Years of IIT BHU.

214) Which of the following initiative was launched by Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu to encourage eTransactions on Government e-Marketplace (GeM)? 1) TRANSACTGeM 2) SWAYATT 3) e-TRANSACT 4) e-GeM 5) None of these Answer - 2) SWAYATT Explanation: On 19th February 2019, Suresh Prabhu,Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation launched SWAYATT in New Delhi. SWAYATT-an initiative to encourage Start-ups, Women and Youth Advantage Through eTransactions on Government e-Marketplace (GeM). It aims at creating a conducive atmosphere for interaction between key stakeholders within our entrepreneurial ecosystem and Government e-Marketplace which is the national procurement portal. A Startup Runway which is an initiative under collaboration of GeM with Start -up India, established to provide help to start-ups, registered with Start -up India so that it can gain access to the public procurement market and sell innovative products and services to government buyers.24 stalls were set up by women SHGs, start-ups and government organizations. Contributions by successful entrepreneurs in these categories were also highlighted by the Commerce Minister. A movie on GeM SWAYATT was released by C.R. Chaudhary, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry.

215) Operation Digital Board was launched by Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry to provide better digital education in school with the help of digital facilities for teaching by the year ______? 1) 2022 2) 2020 3) 2025 4) 2030 5) None of these Answer - 1) 2022 Explanation: The Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry launched Operation Digital Board on the lines of Operation Blackboard to provide better digital education in school.The government has aimed at equipping 9 lakh classrooms in schools and colleges across the country (7 lakh classrooms of 9th, 10th and 11th standards and 2 lakh classrooms of colleges and Universities) with digital facilities for teaching by 2022.Human Resource Development Minister,Prakash Javadekar said, “Around 60-70 years back, ‘Operation Black Board was launched, and now as the country is progressing, we have come up with ‘Operation Digital Board’, the aim of which is to have digital and interactive boards in every classroom”.

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216) What was the theme of the 8th World Corporate Social Responsibility Congress (World CSR Congress 2019),held in Mumbai? 1) Theme - Change for Sustainability 2) Theme - Responsible Growth:Inclusive Development 3) Theme - Measuring the Success of CSR 4) Theme - Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs) 5) None of these Answer - 4) Theme - Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs) Explanation: World Corporate Social Responsibility Congress (World CSR Congress 2019) is one of the admired meetings which promote Entrepreneurship, Social Responsibility, Sustainability and Social Development. 8th World CSR Congress held between Feb 17 and Feb 18 ,2019 in Mumbai, Maharashtra.It was attended by participants from 33 countries to encourage the efforts of individuals and organizations.Theme of the year 2019 is ‘Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs)’ to focus on corporate strategies,innovation, and strategic alliances.

217) Who was conferred with the CEO of the year in 8th World CSR Congress 2019 held in Mumbai? 1) Indra Nooyi 2) Natarajan Chandrasekaran 3) Soumitro Chakraborty 4) Anand Mahindra 5) None of these Answer - 3) Soumitro Chakraborty Explanation: CEO of Innovative Financial Advisors Pvt Ltd, (Fiinovation), Social Entrepreneur Dr.Soumitro Chakraborty was awarded ‘CEO of the year’at the 8th World CSR Congress.He has been recognized for implemented various programmes in partnership with various corporations and NGOs in the field of health, environment, education and livelihood.

218) Which State houses the International Vision Zero Conference’ to promote Occupational Safety and Health? 1) NewDelhi 2) Maharashtra 3) WestBengal 4) TamilNadu 5) None of these Answer - 2) Maharashtra Explanation: From 18th to 20th February, a 3 day ‘International Vision Zero Conference’ was inaugurated in Mumbai, Maharashtra to promote occupational safety and health. The Conference was organized by Directorate General Factory Advice and Labour Institutes (DGFASLI), Ministry of Labour and Employment, German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV), Germany along with Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay and International Social Security Association – Manufacturing, Construction and Mining. It was inaugurated by Shri Heeralal Samariya, Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Employment.‘Vision Zero’ is based on four principles: • Life is non-negotiable. • Humans are fallible. • Limits of tolerance defined by physical resistance of humans. • People are entitled to safe transport and safe workplaces.

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219) Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers organized 4th edition of India’s biggest Global Conference on Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices in,Bengaluru,Karnataka in partnership with which of the following organization? 1) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development(OECD) 2) World Health Organization(WHO) 3) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) 4) Indian pharmaceutical association 5) None of these Answer - 3) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Explanation: On 18th and 19th February 2019, the India Medical Device 2019 and India Pharma 2019– 4th edition of International Conference took place in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was organised by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI). It was inaugurated by Shri D. V. Sadananda Gowda,Minister of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Statistics and Programme Implementation.The theme for India Pharma 2019– ‘Enabling Quality Affordable Healthcare’ and that of India Medical Device 2019 – ‘Med-Tech India: Gearing up for Ayushman Bharat’.

220) Which city hosted the Regional Conference on ‘Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation scheme (DDRS)’ organised by DEPwD? 1) Mumbai,Maharshtra 2) Kolkata,West Bengal 3) Bankauli,NewDelhi 4) Chennai,TamilNadu 5) None of these Answer - 2) Kolkata,West Bengal Explanation: On 18th February 2019, a regional conference on ‘Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme (DDRS)’ was organised in Kolkata, West Bengal. DDRS is a scheme implemented by Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Programme Implementing Agencies (PIAs), mostly NGOs and state government representatives from 13 Eastern and North-Eastern states of India-West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim & Tripura marked their presence at the conference.

221) Attaukal Ponkala festival,world’s largest religious congregation of women was hosted by which of the following city? 1) Kathmandu,Nepal 2) Mumbai,Maharshtra 3) Newyork,US 4) Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala 5) None of these Answer - 4) Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala Explanation: Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala shall host the AttaukalPonkala festival-one of the largest religious gathering of women on a single day.The festival involves preparation of ‘Pongala’- a mixture of rice, jaggery and scraped coconut cooked in fresh earthen or metal pots,by lakhs of women, in order to worship the presiding deity of Attukal Bhagavathy temple. All the offices and institutions across the city observe a holiday on this day.

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222) Name the Scheme launched by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik with an objective of providing scholarship for the children of farmers? 1) KALIA Eduhelp 2) KALIA Scholarship 3) KALIA Chhatra Bruti 4) KALIA CMFund 5) None of these Answer - 3) KALIA Chhatra Bruti Explanation: On 19th February 2019, ‘KALIA Chhatra Bruti’ scholarship for the children of farmers benefited under the KALIA scheme was launched by the Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha.It aims at providing financial assistance for technical and professional education to farmers’ children by creating provision for the State government to bear all expenses involved in various levels of education, such as course fee, hostel fee, mess fee and so on.The scholarship shall be sent directly to the bank accounts of students who require it via. DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

223) Which State/UT hosted the 5th Island Development Agency (IDA) Meeting chaired by Union Home Minister, Rajnath Singh? 1) NewDelhi 2) Maharashtra 3) WestBengal 4) TamilNadu 5) None of these Answer - 1) NewDelhi Explanation: Union Home Minister, Rajnath Singh, chaired the 5th Island Development Agency (IDA) meeting held in NewDelhi to review the progress made towards the “Holistic development of islands” program. The Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion (DIPP), Ministry of Commerce, has issued a notification extending tax incentives for investments made in manufacturing and service sector in islands of Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep which include: • Central Capital Investment Incentive for access to credit (CCIIAC) • Central Interest Incentive (CII) • Central Comprehensive Insurance Incentive (CCII) • Goods and Services Tax (GST) Reimbursement • Income Tax (IT) Reimbursement • Transport Incentive (TI) • Employment incentive (EI)

224) Upto how many years of imprisonment is declared,according to Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Ordinance 2019,that is promulgated by President recently? 1) 1Year 2) 2 Year 3) 3 Year 4) 4 Year 5) None of these Answer - 3) 3 Year Explanation: The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Second Ordinance, 2019 The aim is to give continued effect to the provisions brought in by the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Ordinance, 2019, which declares the practice of triple talaq to be void and illegal, punishable with up to 3 years imprisonment and fine.

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It will protect the rights of married Muslim women and minimize the practice of divorce by triple talaq (talaq -e -biddat).It also provides for payment of subsistence allowance and custody of minor children.

225) Shaheed Dweep island is selected for Seaplane Operation during 5th Island Development Agency (IDA) meetingheld in NewDelhi.Where is Shaheed Dweep Island is located? 1) Lakshadweep 2) Aminidivi Islands 3) Andaman & Nicobar 4) Minicoy Island 5) None of these Answer - 3) Andaman & Nicobar Explanation: 7 Islands have been identified for Seaplane Operation: 4 islands in Andaman & Nicobar – Swaraj Dweep, Shaheed Dweep, Hutbay and Long. 3 islands in Lakshadweep – Kavaratti, Agatti and Minicoy. CRZ clearance has been accorded for ‘Middle Strait Bridge’ on Andaman Trunk Road.10 Deep-Sea Modern Fishing Vessels are being procured by Lakshadweep Administration from Cochin Shipyard Limited for sustainably utilizing the potential of Tuna Fish. Export of sea food and coconut products is also encouraged to generate more employment opportunities in the islands.

226) Government signed MoU with which of the following country’s University for research on environment issues? 1) Srilanka 2) Canada 3) U.S 4) Russia 5) None of these Answer - 2) Canada Explanation: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada for next 10 years to explore opportunities for collaborations in the field of Forestry Science and to work on various environmental issues like Climate Change, Forest Resource Management and Wildlife. The opportunities will be explored by organizations like Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education(ICFRE), Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Forest Survey of India (FSI), Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy and Directorate of Forest Education, Uttarakhand, and UBC, Canada.

227) Finance Ministry announced a capital infusion of Rs 48,239 crore to 12 public sector banks (PSBs) recently.Which Bank received the highest infusion of Rs. 9086 crores? 1) Central Bank of India 2) Allahabad Bank 3) Bank of Maharashtra 4) Corporation Bank 5) None of these Answer - 4) Corporation Bank Explanation: The largest beneficiaries of this infusion are: • Corporation Bank- Rs. 9086 crores • Allahabad Bank- Rs. 6896 crores • Bank of India- Rs. 4,638 crores • Bank of Maharashtra- Rs. 205 crores • Punjab National Bank- Rs. 5,908 crores

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• Union Bank of India- Rs. 4,112 crores • Andhra Bank- Rs. 3,256 crores • Syndicate Bank- Rs. 1,603 crores • Central Bank of India, United Bank, UCO Bank and Indian Overseas Bank- Rs. 12,535 crores

228) What is the new interest rate on Employees’ Provident Fund for 2018- 19 recommended by Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) ? 1) 8.65% 2) 8.55% 3) 8.85% 4) 8.75% 5) None of these Answer - 1) 8.65% Explanation: Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has recommended to increase the interest rate on Employees’ Provident Fund for 2018-19 to 8.65% from 8.55% benefitting 6 crore EPFO subscribers.All members of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT),EPFO of have agreed to the increase the interest rate and the proposal would now go to the Finance Ministry for approval.The EPFO provided a five-year-low rate of interest of 8.55% for FY18. The interest rate was 8.65% in FY17, 8.8% in FY16 and 8.75% interest in FY14 and FY15. The rate of interest was 8.5% in FY13.

229) Name the Country,that had become the 72nd country to sign the Framework Agreement of the International Solar Alliance (ISA)with India? 1) Swaziland 2) Argentina 3) Russia 4) Netherland 5) None of these Answer - 2) Argentina Explanation: Argentina became the 72nd country to sign the Framework Agreement of the International Solar Alliance (ISA). The agreement was signed by Argentina’s Foreign Minister Jorge Faurie in the presence of ISA’s Director-General Upendra Tripathy. Argentina’s President Mauricio Macri, accompanied by senior government officials and a business delegation, arrived in New Delhi on 17th February 2019 for a three-day India visit, during which he held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to enhance cooperation in key sectors such as economy, nuclear technology and space.

230) Which State/UT Hosted the India-Argentina Business Forum? 1) Karnataka 2) WestBengal 3) Maharashtra 4) New Delhi 5) None of these Answer - 4) New Delhi Explanation: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu,addressing the India- Argentina Business Forum in New Delhi said that India wants to partner with Argentina in its efforts to become a USD 5 trillion economy by 2025.The Commerce & Industry Ministry has identified 12 champion sectors to enhance the contribution of services sector to USD 3 trillion and he urged Invest India to create special dispensation for Argentina.He said that both countries recognize need to upgrade

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bilateral trade and economic relations to a higher level by utilizing the untapped potential available to both nations.

231) In order to regularise the system of levying stamp duty, President Ram Nath Kovind gave his assent to the amendments of which of the following Act recently? 1) Indian Stamp Act, 1899 2) Indian Stamp Act, 1999 3) Indian Stamp Act, 1979 4) Indian Stamp Act, 1879 5) None of these Answer - 1) Indian Stamp Act, 1899 Explanation: On 21st February 2019, President Ram Nath Kovind gave his assent to the amendments to the Indian Stamp Act, 1899,which were introduced in the Parliament as part of the Finance Act 2019. These amendments have been introduced to regularise the system of levying stamp duty and to help in curbing tax evasion.For the stamp duty rates, the duties levied by Maharashtra will be taken as a benchmark as the state accounts for 70% of the total collection.They propose creation of a legal and institutional mechanism which will enable states to collect stamp duty on securities market instruments at one place by one agency(through the Stock Exchanges or Clearing Corporations authorised by the stock exchange or by the Depositories).They also propose a mechanism for appropriate sharing of the stamp duty with relevant state governments on the basis of state of domicile of the buying client.There’s also a proposal to create a Coordination Council under Article 263 of the Indian Constitution by a separate order/notification of the President of India for the enactment of the Act.

232) Name the App launched by Suresh Prabhu during the National Conference on Logistics Policy: Context, Issues & The Way Forward,held in NewDelhi to gauge the actual issues faced by transporters on the road? 1) POLICY 2) LOGICS 3) SAFAR 4) TRANS 5) None of these Answer - 3) SAFAR Explanation: The“National Conference on Logistics Policy: Context, Issues & The Way Forward”was held in New Delhi from 19th to 20th February, 2019.Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu, addressed the first stakeholder consultation on the draft logistics policy prepared by the Department of Logistics of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.He also launched the SAFAR Mobile App, on this occasion.About the app: It will help to gauge the actual issues faced by transporters on the road. It will track the incidence of a number of parameters faced by transporters and automatically record the location of the issue. Transporters, truck drivers, and general public may use the app for reporting their logistics issues to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The app is available in 8 languages.

233) Where did 2-day long Regional Maritime Safety Conference 2019 was held to discuss maritime safety in the India-ASEAN sub-region,safeguarding our shores and promoting maritime trade? 1) NewDelhi 2) Mumbai 3) Kolkata

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4) Bengaluru 5) None of these Answer - 2) Mumbai Explanation: The 2-day long Regional Maritime Safety Conference 2019 was held in Mumbai to discuss maritime safety in the India-ASEAN sub-region, safeguarding our shores and promoting maritime trade. It was organized by India for the first time, by the National Maritime Foundation (NMF), in coordination with Ministry of Shipping and Ministry of External Affairs.It addressed a range of issues that affect regional maritime safety, including transport safety, maritime law, ship building, transportation of hazardous goods, marine oil spill, pollution and environmental safety.UnionShipping and Water Resources Minister,Nitin Gadkari inaugurated an upgraded version of e-commerce portal Port Community System (PCS) called ‘PCS1x’, developed in record time by the Indian Ports Association, based on feedback from stakeholders using PCS.

234) Which State government launched the scheme for adolescent girls aged between 11 to 14 years as a step to provide them proper nutrition and special care? 1) Uttar Pradesh 2) Uttar Khand 3) Madhya Pradesh 4) Himachal Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 1) Uttar Pradesh Explanation: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath launched a scheme for adolescent girls aged between 11 to 14 years, who have left their education and will take steps to provide them proper nutrition and special care.UP Government decided to observe 8th of every month as Adolescent Girls Day, at Anganwadi Centres across the state, and Nutrition Campaigns will be organized for these girls on that day.

235) Which of the following Country became the 73rd Country after Signing the framework agreement of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) with India? 1) Russia 2) Argentina 3) Saudi Arabia 4) South Korea 5) None of these Answer - 3) Saudi Arabia Explanation: Saudi Arabia signed the framework agreement of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and became the 73rd country to join the India-led renewable energy organisation which now has a total of 122 members.

236) Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, ordered to release how many Indian prisoners lodged in jails of Saudi Arabia on the request of Prime Minister Narendra Modi? 1) 1000 Prisoners 2) 850 Prisoners 3) 750 Prisoners 4) 1050 Prisoners 5) None of these Answer - 2) 850 Prisoners Explanation: Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, ordered the release of 850 Indian prisoners lodged in jails

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237) Foundation for Economic Growth and Welfare (EGROW Foundation) organized “The Future of Indian Banking” conference along with which of the following Ministry/Think tank? 1) Ministry of Labour and Employment 2) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment 3) NITI Aayog 4) Ministry of Minority Affairs 5) None of these Answer - 3) NITI Aayog Explanation: “The Future of Indian Banking” conference was co-hosted by NITI Aayog along with the Foundation for Economic Growth and Welfare (EGROW Foundation) on February 22, 2019 at the Civil Services Officers’ Institute (CSOI), New Delhi. Dr. Rajiv Kumar, Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog, inaugurated the event.It was aimed to increase and elevate the discourse on the banking sector in India, and help develop insights to inform the continued evolution of the Indian banking sector for optimally supporting the growing credit needs of the Indian economy.The progress made by the Indian banking system in the past 4 years that provided a strong foundation for a long runway for expanding credit and supporting accelerating growth of India’s economy, was highlighted by Dr. Rajiv Kumar, and he indicated that there was still a lot of work to be done in improving the financial system and furthering reforms in the financial sector.Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) Krishnamurthy Subramanian suggested taking forward the P J Nayak committee’s recommendations on governance reforms in Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and said that the risk in the sector would persist until these reforms were institutionalised.

238) Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman increased the quota for Indian Haj pilgrims from 1.75 lakh to ______lakh after PM Narendra Modi’s request? 1) 3 Lakh 2) 2.5 Lakh 3) 2.75 Lakh 4) 2 Lakh 5) None of these Answer -4) 2 Lakh Explanation: Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman also announced the increase in quota for Indian Haj pilgrims from 1.75 lakh to 2 lakh at the request of PM Modi. 2,340 Muslim women will go to Hajj this year, without mehram (companion) and without the lottery system. This will be the third such increase in the last 5 years.

239) Which State/UT hosted the Global Business Summit? 1) Karnataka 2) TamilNadu 3) Maharashtra 4) NewDelhi 5) None of these Answer - 4) NewDelhi Explanation: On 23rd February 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Global Business Summit in New Delhi.He announced that India would be a 10 trillion-dollar economy- the third largest in the world. He highlighted the role of his government’s policies in establishing a high growth rate and controlling inflation.The government would provide conducive environment for start-ups and promote renewable sources of energy.He said that the government works towards the upliftment of all the sections of the

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society, and does not discriminate on the basis of their economic profile, their caste, creed, language and religion.

240) With which of the following country,India had decided to hold “joint naval exercises” and agreed to constitute a ‘Comprehensive Security Dialogue’? 1) Saudi Arabia 2) Argentina 3) South Korea 4) Russia 5) None of these Answer - 1) Saudi Arabia Explanation: India and Saudi Arabia decided to hold “joint naval exercises” and agreed to constitute a ‘Comprehensive Security Dialogue’ at the level of National Security Advisers (NSAs), and set up a joint working group on counter-terrorism.Noting the potential and mutual benefit, the two sides agreed to cooperate and collaborate in joint defence production of spare parts for naval and land systems, as well as supply chain development, in line with ‘Make in India’ and ‘Vision 2030’.

241) Who launched the Integrated Large Scale Eri Farming under North East Region Textile Promotion Scheme (NERTPS) in Arunachal Pradesh? 1) Narendra Modi 2) Smriti Irani 3) Pema Khandu 4) Ram Nath Kovind 5) None of these Answer - 2) Smriti Irani Explanation: Union textiles minister Smriti Irani,during her 2-day visit to the North-East, launched the Integrated Large Scale Eri Farming under North East Region Textile Promotion Scheme (NERTPS) in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh and will cover about one thousand acres land for Eri Farming in the chosen districts of the state.5 districts of the state,namely,Papumpare, East Kameng, Siang, East Siang and West Siang, will be covered by the project initially.The cost of project is Rs 37.25cr with GoI share of Rs 35.65cr. Government has decided to provide financial assistance to 4000 beneficiaries under NERTPS and skill training will be imparted to eri silk farmers and weavers under the Samarth Scheme.

242) Which State Government recently launched Rs 466 Crore Khusi scheme aimed at improving menstrual hygiene among adolescent girl? 1) Odisha 2) WestBengal 3) TamilNadu 4) Maharashtra 5) None of these Answer - 1) Odisha Explanation: Odisha government, in the Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, approved Khusischeme aimed at improving menstrual hygiene among adolescent girl students in the state, with an outlay of Rs 466.08 crore over a period of 5 years. Free sanitary napkins will be provided to 17.25 lakh adolescent girl students of Class 6 to 9 studying in government and non-government aided schools of the state. It will also cover Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawaharlal Navodaya Vidyalayas.Each girl student will be provided with 18 beltless sanitary napkins per month.

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243) Telangana state government allocated a sum of Rs 1810 crore to fund an unemployment allowance of ______per month to the eligible youth? 1) Rs.3000 per month 2) Rs.2500 per month 3) Rs.3,016 per month 4) Rs.3500 per month 5) None of these Answer - 3) Rs.3,016 per month Explanation: On 22nd February 2018, Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao presented a Vote-on-Account Budget for the year 2019-20. The total expenditure is valued to be Rs 1,82,017 crore which is 4 percent higher than the previous year- out of which there is a revenue expenditure of Rs 1,31,629 crore and a capital expenditure of Rs.32,815 crore. A sum of Rs 1810 crore has been allocated in the Budget to fund an unemployment allowance of Rs 3,016 per month to the eligible youth.

244) Where did TamilNadu State government inaugurated the Second Coast Guard District and thus became the first State in mainland to get 2 Coast Guard Districts? 1) Madurai 2) Thoothukudi 3) Coimbatore 4) Chennai 5) None of these Answer - 2) Thoothukudi Explanation: Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit inaugurated the second Coast Guard district headquarters at Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. Tamil Nadu is the first state in India to get a second Coast Guard district headquarters. The first district headquarters is Chennai. The second headquarters have been set up to deal with frequent issues faced by fishermen and provide anti-poaching operations, search and rescue missions and coastal security measures.Both coast guard will function under Commander Coast Guard Region (East).The area of operations will include about 680 km of the coastline along districts of Pudukottai, Thanjavur, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari.

245) Indian government had decided to stop sharing of Indus water with which of the following country? 1) Nepal 2) Srilanka 3) Bangladesh 4) Pakistan 5) None of these Answer - 4) Pakistan Explanation: On the lines of Pulwama terror attack, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that India has decided to stop the flow of its share of water to Pakistan.In this regard, Centre is planning to build projects on 3 rivers flowing into Pakistan, to divert water towards Yamuna.The water will be diverted from the eastern rivers and supplied it to Indians in Jammu and Kashmir andPunjab.Under the Indus Waters Treaty, India shares water of the Beas and Sutlej rivers with Pakistan.

246) Which of the following Scheme is launched in 3rd Edition of VIVID 2019 to promote tech entrepreneurship? 1) Indian Technology Leadership Initiative Scheme 2) Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0) Scheme 3) New Millennium Indian Technology Leadership Initiative (NMITLI) Scheme

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4) Technology based Employment Generation (TEG) Scheme 5) None of these Answer - 2) Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0) Scheme Explanation: 3rd Edition of “VIVID-Vision Insight and Voices as India goes Digital”- the District Informatics Officer (DIO) meet, was organised by National Informatics Centre (NIC) from 21st to 22nd February, 2019, as an initiative to interact with the DIO’s and to share their experiences as well as contribution, as digital change-makers at the grass-root level in the States. He also released the Digital India Compendium and launched Digidhan Mitra Chatbot and Technology incubation and development of entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0) scheme to promote tech entrepreneurship.

247) Which State/UT hosted the 3 Day International Conference and Exhibition on Energy and Environment? 1) TamilNadu 2) WestBengal 3) Maharashtra 4) NewDelhi 5) None of these Answer - 4) NewDelhi Explanation: International Conference and Exhibition on Energy and Environment was inaugurated in New Delhi by the President Ram Nath Kovind. The conference has been organized by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and would go on for 3 days.The conference aims to identify the research and development needs of new innovations, technologies and applications for clean, safe, sustainable development of society, environment, energy and industries in years following 2020.The President stressed on the following:India’s commitment in providing affordable power to all the citizens.Providing impetus to the national economy through by Industrial revolution 4.0. Need to ideate and brainstorm on environmental issues which are related to use of fossil fuels and renewable sources of energy.An industrial exhibition was also organized in the Vigyan Bhawan and was inaugurated by Union Science & Technology Minister, Dr. Harsh Vardhan.

248) Name the Organisation,that organized the 4th India-ASEAN Expo and Summit held in New Delhi? 1) Advertising Standards Council of India 2) Engineering Export Promotion Council of India 3) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) 4) Federation of Indian Export Organisations 5) None of these Answer - 3) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Explanation: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu, inaugurated the 4th India- ASEAN Expo and Summit, held from 21st to 23rd February, 2019, in New Delhi. It flagship event of Department of Commerce, being organised with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) to carry forward the momentum and to further strengthen India-ASEAN relations under the Act-East Policy.

249) What was the theme of the14th Agricultural Science Congress held at New Delhi? 1) Theme – “Strengthening Agriculture and Maritime Cooperation” 2) Theme – “Partnering for change, engaging the world” 3) Theme – “Resilient and Innovative Agriculture Transformation” 4) Theme - “Innovations for Agricultural Transformation” 5) None of these

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Answer - 4) Theme - “Innovations for Agricultural Transformation” Explanation: The 14th Agricultural Science Congress was organized by National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research(ICAR) and Indian Agricultural Research Institute at National Agricultural Science Complex (NASC) in New Delhi from 20th to 23rd February 2019. The theme of the event was “Innovations for Agricultural Transformation” and it is central to the national complementary pledges of building a New India and Doubling Farmers’ Income by 2022.

250) Who was conferred with Dr. B.P.Pal Memorial Award for Excellence in Agricultural Sciences recognizing contributions towards overall agricultural research and development for the year 2017-18? 1) Ram Badan Singh 2) Kailash Chander Bansal 3) R.A. Mashelkar 4) Trivendra Singh 5) None of these Answer - 1) Ram Badan Singh Explanation: The 14th Agricultural Science Congress was organized by National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research(ICAR) and Indian Agricultural Research Institute at National Agricultural Science Complex (NASC) in New Delhi.NAAS presented the “Dr. B.P.Pal Memorial Award for Excellence in Agricultural Sciences” to Prof. Ram Badan Sing for his outstanding contributions towards overall agricultural research and development for the Biennium 2017-18.“Dr. A.B.Joshi Memorial Lecture Award” was given to Dr. R.A. Mashelkar,Former Director General, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research(CSIR)”. “Dr. K. Ramiah Award” was given to Dr. Kailash Chander Bansal, Former Director, National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) and many such awards and accolades including Endowment award, Recognition award and Young scientist award in different sectors of agriculture sciences were presented on the occasion.

251) Which of the following State becomes the first state in India to deploy specially-trained dogs to check smuggling of liquor? 1) Gujarat 2) WestBengal 3) Bihar 4) Odisha 5) None of these Answer - 3) Bihar Explanation: Bihar has become the first state to deploy specially-trained dogs to check smuggling of liquor which continues to take place inspite of total ban imposed in the state for the last 3 years. 20 liquor-tracker dogs were trained rigorously for nine months in Hyderabad, Telangana.They were trained at Hyderabad-based Integrated Intelligence Training Academy. Patna will witness deployment of 4 such dogs.This action was taken after the seizure of more than three million litres of illegal alcohol since April 2016.

252) What is the helpline number launched by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat for quick redressal of public complaints? 1) 1890 2) 1895 3) 1900

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4) 1905 5) None of these Answer - 4) 1905 Explanation: A helpline for quick redressal of public complaints was launched by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat at the IT Park in Dehradun.The helpline number for lodging complaints is 1905. To deal with the redressal issues, call centres shall be open from 8am to 10pm.Citizens can contact any govt department as the step has been taken to ensure speedy functioning of the government departments and step up transparency in their work.Currently, 10 people have been deployed at the call centre.There’ll be a rating mechanism for the government departments which will enhance accountability in officials.

253) Where did Defence Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the 12th biennial edition of International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition, the Aero India 2019? 1) Kolkata 2) Mumbai 3) Bengaluru 4) New Delhi 5) None of these Answer - 3) Bengaluru Explanation: Defence Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the 12th biennial edition of International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition, the Aero India 2019 on 24th February 2019 at the Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bengaluru.The event was organized by the Defence Ministry of India, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Indian Air Force, Department of Space and the Union Civil Aviation Ministry.

254) Which country had signed agreement with India’s National Skill Development Corporation(NSDC) Aerospace and Aviation Sector Skill Council for skilling Indians in aviation during Aero India 2019? 1) Malaysia 2) Singapore 3) Russia 4) US 5) None of these Answer - 2) Singapore Explanation: National Skill Development Corporation of India’s (NSDC) Aerospace and Aviation Sector Skill Council in collaboration with Singapore Polytechnic and Singapore-based private sector firm signed an agreement for skilling the Indian youths in the aviation sector by setting up academies in Bengaluru that will be the regional hubs for the training the youth for domestic and overseas jobs in aviation. These ‘Centers of Excellence in Advance Skilling‘ will provide training and certification drawing from Singapore curriculum and standards in sectors such as aerospace and aviation, emerging technologies, automotive and logistics. This is done under the ‘Skill India‘ and ‘Make in India‘ programmes, which require large workforce with advanced technical skills.

255) Who became the first woman to co-pilot the indigenously made combat fighter jet “Tejas” in the Aero India 2019? 1) PV Sindhu 2) Saina Nehwal 3) Nirmala Sitharaman 4) Sushma Swaraj

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5) None of these Answer - 1) PV Sindhu Explanation: Indian badminton player and Olympic silver-medallist PV Sindhu co-piloted the indigenously made combat fighter jet “Tejas”at the Aero India 2019 as part of the Women’s Day observed at the air show, becoming the first ever woman to co-pilot Tejas. The Women’s Day showcased women’s achievements in the aerospace sector, and an all-women crew flew Dornier and Avro aircraft and participated in panel discussions. 3 women Indian Air Force (IAF) fighter pilots also flew the Hawk-I advanced jet trainer of BAE Systems (England) and an upgraded version of the Russian-made MiG-21.

256) What was the theme of the 12th biennial edition of International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition, the Aero India 2019 held in Bengaluru? 1) Theme-“Aerospace meets Automotive” 2) Theme-“Indian Aerospace and its success” 3) Theme-“Aero milestone in defence ” 4) Theme-“Runway to a Billion Opportunities” 5) None of these Answer - 4) Theme-“Runway to a Billion Opportunities” Explanation: Defence Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the 12th biennial edition of International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition, the Aero India 2019 on 24th February 2019 at the Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bengaluru.The event was organized by the Defence Ministry of India, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Indian Air Force, Department of Space and the Union Civil Aviation Ministry.The theme of the event was “‘Runway to a Billion Opportunities”.The logo of the exhibition was inspired by the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA).

257) Name the scheme announced in Interim Budget 2019-20 and launched by PrimeMinister Narendra Modi in Gorakhpur to provide Rs.6000 per to small and marginal farmer families owning land upto 2 hectares? 1) Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana 2) Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana 3) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme 4) Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana 5) None of these Answer - 3) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme in Gorakhpur,Uttar Pradesh. The scheme will provide Rs 6,000 per year to small and marginal farmer families having combined land holding/ownership of upto 2 hectares. The amount will be given in three installments of Rs 2,000 each and will be transferred directly to the bank account of the beneficiaries through Direct Benefit Transfer, ensuring transparency in the entire process and saving time for the farmers.

258) Who chaired the 33rd GST Council Meeting that held in New Delhi? 1) Sushma Swaraj 2) Ram Nath Kovind 3) Narendra Modi 4) Arun Jaitley 5) None of these Answer - 4) Arun Jaitley Explanation: Union Finance Minister, Shri Arun Jaitley, chaired the 33rd Goods & Services Tax (GST) Council held in

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New Delhi which was attended by the Finance Ministers of various States and Union Territories.

259) GST rate of _____ per cent was levied without Input Tax Credit (ITC) on residential properties outside affordable segment? 1) 3 per cent 2) 5 per cent 3) 7 per cent 4) 4 per cent 5) None of these Answer - 2) 5 per cent Explanation: GST shall be levied at effective GST rate of 5% without Input Tax Credit (ITC) on residential properties outside affordable segment. GST shall be levied at effective GST of 1% without ITC on affordable housing properties. The new rate will come into force from 1st of April, 2019.

260) Who launched the “National Action Plan – Viral Hepatitis” in Mumbai? 1) Ashwini Kumar Choubey 2) Narendra Modi 3) Rajnath Singh 4) Piyush Goyal 5) None of these Answer - 1) Ashwini Kumar Choubey Explanation: Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Ashwini Kumar Choubey in the presence of Amitabh Bachchan, the goodwill ambassador for hepatitis, WHO South-East Asia Region, launched the “National Action Plan – Viral Hepatitis” in Mumbai. Recognized as an important public health problem across the world Viral Hepatitis has caused 1.34 million deaths globally in 2015 according to World Health Organisation (WHO).In India, it is estimated that there are 4 crore people suffering from Hepatitis B and 0.6-1.2 crore people suffering from Hepatitis C.

261) Name the Scheme launched by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath,that provides 100 days of employment every year to urban youth from Economically Weaker Sections(EWS)? 1) Laadli Laxmi Yojna 2) Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Scheme 3) Mukhyamantri Yuva Swabhiman Yojana 4) Mukhyamantri Kanyadan Yojna 5) None of these Answer - 3) Mukhyamantri Yuva Swabhiman Yojana Explanation: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath launched the State Government’s flagship scheme ‘Mukhyamantri Yuva Swabhiman Yojana’ that guarantees 100 days of employment every year to urban youth from Economically Weaker Sections(EWS).Under the scheme, Rs 4,000 stipend per month during 100 days of period, would be given to the youth and they will also be given skill development training in order to become independent.Each youth enrolled under the scheme will get total Rs 13,500 for the 100 days period.Only those youths, whose family’s annual income is less than Rs 2 lakh and who are in the age group of 21-30 years, are eligible for the scheme.1.5 lakh urban youths have so far registered themselves for this scheme.

262) Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the National War Memorial(NWM)? 1) Maharashtra 2) New Delhi 3) Gujarat

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4) Odisha 5) None of these Answer - 2) New Delhi Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated to the nation the National War Memorial(NWM) near India Gate in New Delhi which commemorates the soldiers who participated and made the supreme sacrifice in Peacekeeping Missions and Counter Insurgency Operations.The complex includes a central obelisk, an eternal flame and six bronze murals depicting famous battles fought by Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Indian Navy. Busts of the 21 awardees of Param Veer Chakra have been installed at Param Yoddha Sthal.PM Modi lighted the eternal flame at the central obelisk in the war memorial complex.Spread over 40 acres, the outlay of the memorial is Rs 176 crore and its design was selected through a global competition.It has been constructed by NCC (Nagarjuna Construction Company) Limited.

263) CIC has announced that,Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) is “information” under which of the Act and it can be demanded by a citizen from the Election Commission (EC) by paying Rs. 10? 1) Protection of Civil Rights Act 2) Limitation Act 3) All India Services Act, 1951 4) Right to Information Act 5) None of these Answer – 4) Right to Information Act Explanation: The Central Information Commission (CIC) has announced that an electronic voting machine (EVM) is “information” under the Right to Information Act and it can be demanded by a citizen from the Election Commission (EC) by paying Rs. 10.The decision has been taken by Sudhir Bhargava- Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) on the lines of appeal filed by Razaak K Haidar, who had sought an EVM from the Election Commission but his application was rejected stating that, EVMs held by it does not come under the definition of “information” thus, these are not saleable to general public.After the rejection, Razaak approached CIC with the argument that as per Section 2(f) and 2(i) of the RTI Act, the definition of “information” and “record” also includes “any model or any sample held by a public authority”.After the CIC qualified EVM as “information” and instructed the EC that it could not have been denied under Section 6(1) of the RTI Act.

264) What is the theme of the News18 Rising India Summit held in New Delhi? 1) Theme-“Beyond Politics: Defining National Priorities” 2) Theme-“Partnership with Youth to Achieve the SDGs-Moving from Policy to Action ” 3) Theme-“ Shaping A New India” 4) Theme-“ Towards a Common Future” 5) None of these Answer - 1) Theme-“Beyond Politics: Defining National Priorities” Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed News18 Rising India Summit held in New Delhi and laid out his vision for a ‘New India‘. He was the Chief Guest of the event.The summit was hosted by Network 18 group in collaboration with Ebix Inc. as a presenting partner. It was powered by Yono SBI. The theme of the summit was, “Beyond Politics: Defining National Priorities”.The Prime Minister discussed on various topics including income tax and GDP numbers, India’s global standing, Jan Dhan accounts and unemployment.Rising India Summit is presented by Ebix and is one of most anticipated thought leadership forums in India.

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265) Name the 3 day festival based on the life and ideology of Mahatma Gandhi,held in India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi? 1) Janmashtami 2) Kajli Teej 3) Words in the Garden 4) Feast of Our Miracles 5) None of these Answer - 3) Words in the Garden Explanation: The 3rd edition of the 3-day festival “Words in the Garden” based on the life and ideology of Mahatma Gandhi was held at India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi.The festival was organized by the Sanatan Sangeet Sanskriti and curated by renowned Hindi poet Ashok Vajpeyi.This year’s title of the event was “Bapu Ki Dilli” as a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th birth anniversary and celebrated the life and ideology of Bapu the father of our nation through plays, recitals, readings, discussions and more.It began with the screening of 1996 film “The Making of the Mahatma” directed by Shyam Benegal which explores Gandhi’s participation in South Africa’s freedom struggle.The festival explored themes with contemporary relevance inspired by Bapu’s ideologies – ‘Significance of non-violence today‘ and ‘Sustainable Living‘.

266) Under which scheme,Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs approved the construction of another 5,60,695 more affordable houses for the benefit of urban poor during 43rd Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee meeting? 1) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana(Urban) 2) Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana(Urban) 3) Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana(Urban) 4) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) 5) None of these Answer - 4) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) Explanation: The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs approved the construction of another 5,60,695 more affordable houses for the benefit of urban poor under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) at the 43rd Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee meeting. i. The cumulative number of houses sanctioned under PMAY(U) now is 79,04,674. ii. A total of 1,243 projects with a project cost of Rs 33,873 crore with central assistance of Rs 8,404 crore has been approved in the meeting held under the Chairmanship of Shri Durga Shankar Mishra, Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.

267) Where did Civil Aviation Ministry Suresh Prabhu inaugurated the “Aviation Conclave 2019”? 1) Mumbai 2) New Delhi 3) Bengaluru 4) Odisha 5) None of these Answer - 2) New Delhi Explanation: On 27th February, 2019, Civil Aviation Ministry has organized “Aviation Conclave 2019” in association with Airport Authority of India (AAI), Airport Authority of India – Cargo Logistics & Allied Services Company Limited (AAICLAS) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).

268) What was the theme of the Aviation Conclave 2019 held in New Delhi? 1) Theme –“Flying for all“ 2) Theme –“Towards a Common Future“ 3) Theme –“Rising India“

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4) Theme –“Aerospace forecast pyramid“ 5) None of these Answer - 1) Theme –“Flying for all“ Explanation: On 27th February, 2019, Civil Aviation Ministry has organized “Aviation Conclave 2019” in association with Airport Authority of India (AAI), Airport Authority of India – Cargo Logistics & Allied Services Company Limited (AAICLAS) and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The theme of the Aviation Conclave 2019 was “Flying for all”. During the ‘Aviation Conclave 2019’, Government of India has released the new rules which laid out passenger charter specifying rights of air travellers in case of delayed, cancelled or diverted flights and other issues.

269) Where did Union Minister for Statistics and Programme Implementation, D V Sadananda Gowda inaugurated Central Institute of Plastic Engineering and Technology(CIPET) centre? 1) Kolkata 2) Chennai 3) Tripura 4) Bengaluru 5) None of these Answer - 3) Tripura Explanation: Union Minister for Statistics and Programme Implementation, D V Sadananda Gowda, inaugurated a centre of the Central Institute of Plastic Engineering and Technology (CIPET) at Bodhjungnagar in Tripura.The institute will produce 1500 skilled workers per annum. CIPET was established in 1968 by Government of India with the assistance of United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) at Chennai. It is a premier national institution under the aegis of the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Govt. of India fully devoted to Skill Development, Technology Support Services, Academic and Research (STAR). The main objective of setting up of the institute was to develop manpower in different disciplines of Plastics Engineering & Technology as no similar institute was in existence in the country.

270) Who inaugurated the ‘Titanwala Museum‘ which showcases the Chhipa community’s art of traditional hand-block printing at Bagru, Rajasthan? 1) Suresh Prabhu 2) Ram Nath Kovind 3) Narendra Modi 4) Smriti Irani 5) None of these Answer - 4) Smriti Irani Explanation: Union Textiles Minister Smriti Irani inaugurated the ‘Titanwala Museum‘ which showcases the Chhipa community’s art of traditional hand-block printing at Bagru, Rajasthan.The initiative of setting up the museum was taken up by Suraj Narayan Titanwala, as an effort towards preserving the art of traditional Bagru block printing.The Museum will exhibit traditional tools and materials used in block making, historical wood blocks, raw materials for dyes and mordants, wide range of traditionally printed fabrics and the actual process of preparing the dyes, the act of dyeing, printing, washing and drying will also be showcased.

271) Where did the Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan,inaugurated the first-ever, Nua Odisha – Dharmapada Samvaad – Skill Saathi Youth Conclave? 1) Varanasi.Uttar Pradesh 2) Bengaluru,Karnataka 3) Bhubaneshwar,Odisha

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4) Vishakhapatnam,Andhra Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 3) Bhubaneshwar,Odisha Explanation: Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, inaugurated the first-ever, Nua Odisha – Dharmapada Samvaad – Skill Saathi Youth Conclave at Rail Auditorium in Bhubaneswar which was aired live across 427 locations in Odisha. He also interacted with youth at 5 remote locations, namely, Mayurbhaj, Sundergarh, Sambalpur, Koraput and Berhrampur, through video conference. ii. The following 5 young achievers from Odisha participated in the conclave and were also felicitated by Shri Dharmendra Pradhan: Shri Amarendra Sahu – Founder NestAway Flight Lieutenant Pallavi Mohapatra – Indian Air Force Shri Jogabyasa Bhoi – a mountaineer who has climbed the highest peaks of 5 continents Shri Chittaranjan Mohanty – Awardee of United Nations HiEERa (“heera”) award Shri Vishal Singh – Founder, Kaivalya Vichar Seva Samiti (KVSS) and Gram Samriddhi Trust. iii. The Skill Saathi initiative has mobilized and counselled over 1 lakh candidate in Odisha and over 10 lakh youth across India in the past 3 months.

272) Which of the following Edition of India-Italy Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation (JCEC),held in New Delhi? 1) 19th 2) 15th 3) 17th 4) 20th 5) None of these Answer - 4) 20th Explanation: The 2-day long session of the 20th India-Italy Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation (JCEC) was held in New Delhi and co-chaired by the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Suresh Prabhu and the Deputy Minister of Economic Development (Italy), Mr. Michele Geraci. Both countries, through facilitating dialogue and enhancing cooperation in a wide range of sectors like machinery, infrastructure and engineering, Information and Communications Technology (ICT) including digitalization, agriculture and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), looked forward towards the development of bilateral economic and trade relations between them.The 19th Session of India-Italy JCEC was held in Rome in 2017.

273) Where did the 16th edition of BioAsia 2019 -Asia’s largest biotechnology and life-sciences forum inaugurated? 1) Hyderabad, Telangana 2) Guwahati,Assam 3) Patna,Bihar 4) Ranchi,Jharkhand 5) None of these Answer - 1) Hyderabad, Telangana Explanation: From 25th – 27th February 2019, the 16th edition of BioAsia 2019 -Asia’s largest biotechnology and life- sciences forum was conducted in Hyderabad, Telangana. It was inaugurated by the Governor of Telangana –E.S.L Narasimhan . A Vaccine Skilling Program was launched to rope in skilled professionals for the growth of the industry. ii. Genome Valley Excellence Award 2019was presented by the organising committee of BioAsia 2019. It was awarded to Dr. Don W Cleveland of the University of California. The award felicitates his work in cancer genetics. iii. ‘Life Sciences 4.0: transforming health care in India’ was launched by EY. The report discusses the disruptive impact of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) on the health care ecosystem in India.

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274) What was the theme of the 16th edition of BioAsia 2019 held in Hyderabad, Telangana? 1) Theme – “Hindi Excellence on this Era of Innovation” 2) Theme – “Micro Irrigation and Modern Agriculture” 3) Theme – “Life Sciences 4.0 – Disrupt the Disruption” 4) Theme – “Shaping a New India” 5) None of these Answer - 3) Theme – “Life Sciences 4.0 – Disrupt the Disruption” Explanation: From 25th – 27th February 2019, the 16th edition of BioAsia 2019 -Asia’s largest biotechnology and life- sciences forum was conducted in Hyderabad, Telangana. It was inaugurated by the Governor of Telangana –E.S.L Narasimhan .The theme of the conference was “Life Sciences 4.0 – Disrupt the Disruption”. BioAsia is an annual event organised by the Government of Telangana and it largely focuses on re-imagining healthcare after technological disruptions.

275) Which State government launched the Parents Responsibility and Norms for Accountability and Monitoring (PRANAM) Commission for protection of parents of state government employees? 1) New Delhi 2) Assam 3) Uttar Pradesh 4) Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 2) Assam Explanation: Assam chief minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched the Parents Responsibility and Norms for Accountability and Monitoring (PRANAM) Commission, a panel set up to look after the issues with respect to the PRANAM Bill brought in for protection of parents of state government employees at Guwahati, Assam. According to the Bill, if the PRANAM Commission gets a complaint that parents of a state government employee is being ignored, then 10% or 15% of the employee’s salary will be deducted by the government and paid to the parents or differently abled siblings.It is first-of its-kind Bill in India and would benefit 8 lakh parents of 4 lakh state government employees. It was approved by the state cabinet in 2018.Private companies’ employees and central government employees in Assam would also be covered by the Bill at a later stage.Chief commissioner V. B. Pyarelal and commissioners Dr Alaka Desai Sarma and Jugabala Buragohain of the PRANAM Commission were handed their appointment letters by the CM.

276) Where did Union Minister for Earth Sciences, Dr Harsh Vardhan inaugurated new Permanent Campus of Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology (CMLRE)? 1) Dandeli,Karnataka 2) Hubli,Karnataka 3) Puthuvype,Kerala 4) Mapusa,Goa 5) None of these Answer - 3) Puthuvype,Kerala Explanation: The Union Minister for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Dr. Harsh Vardhan unveiling the plaque to inaugurate Atal Bhavan, the new campus of Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology (CMLRE), at Puthuvype, Cochin, in Kerala

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1) Which country was declared as the most liveable location for Asian Expatriates for the 14th consecutive year by ECA international survey, on 31st January 2019? 1) Malaysia 2) Singapore 3) India 4) Japan 5) None of these Answer - 2) Singapore Explanation: On January 31,2019,ECA international survey,which surveyed almost 480 location overall in a year declared Singapore to be the most liveable location for Asian Expatriates for the 14th consecutive year. Singapore is followed Australia’s Brisbane,Sydney,Adelaide in the second position. Hong Kong slipped 12 place down and reached 41st rank due to the damage caused by Typhoon Mangkhut in the year 2018. Further, Bangkok was in 89th place, whereas George Town and Kuala Lumpur made a hike to 97th and 98th respectively and Colombo in Sri Lanka in 194th rank.

2) _____ was ranked as India’s highest ranked think tank and achieved 118th rank globally according to the global report named “2018 Global Go To Think Tank Index Report”? 1) Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) 2) Observer Research Foundation (ORF) 3) Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA) 4) National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) 5) None of these Answer - 2) Observer Research Foundation (ORF) Explanation: On Feb 1 2019, According to the global report named “2018 Global Go To Think Tank Index Report”, Observer Research Foundation (ORF) has been marked as India’s highest ranked think tank. ORF is highest ranked in India and ranked 118 globally. ORF has ranked as the top think tank in the “Best New Idea or Paradigm Developed by a Think Tank” category. In the “Think Tanks with the Most Innovative Policy Ideas category “, ORF has ranked eighth position.

3) Which country pulled out of Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty with Russia, on 1st February 2019? 1) India 2) Germany 3) Sweden 4) United States of America 5) None of these Answer - 4) United States of America Explanation: On 1st February 2019,the United States of America pulls out of Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty with Russia.This was announced by the US on 20 October 2018. Russia also pulls out of treaty on 2nd February 2019. Intermediate Range Nuclear Forces treaty was between the United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics on the elimination of their Intermediate-Range and Shorter- Range Missiles. This treaty was signed on 8 December 1987 in Washington D.C. by President Ronald Reagan and General Secretary Mikhail Gorbachev.

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4) Indian Online companies have been ranked number _____ for its extensive growth and overseas expansion, as per ,Stripe, a San Francisco-based online payment processing firm’s survey for 2019? 1) 15 2) 20 3) 5 4) 11 5) None of these Answer - 4) 11 Explanation: On February 4, 2019, Stripe, a San Francisco-based online payment processing firm that analyses Companies that do business online released the survey for the 2019. Stripe placed India in the 11th position for its extensive growth and overseas expansion. In the world doing business online, Singapore and Hong kong made its lead to the top position.

5) Which of the following animal is named as the National Aquatic animal of Thailand? 1) Wels Catfish 2) Zander 3) Siamese fighting fish 4) Rainbow Trout 5) None of these Answer - 3) Siamese fighting fish Explanation: On February 5,2019, Thailand named the tiny,eye-catching ,colourful fin plumaged Siamese fighting fishas its aquatic animal with a aim to boost the conservation and breeding of the same.Siamese fighting fish is the native of Mekong basin of Thailand and is mostly found in the Chao Phraya river in Thailand.The Siamese fighting fish was registered as intangible cultural heritage in 2013.

6) Which Country had signed the accord to join NATO to become its 30th member of of the NATO military alliance? 1) Bulgaria 2) Macedonia 3) Slovakia 4) France 5) None of these Answer - 2) Macedonia Explanation: On February 6,2019,Macedonia signed an accord to join NATO to become the 30th member of the NATO military alliance. The historic agreement was signed between Macedonia’s Foreign Minister Nikola Dimitrov and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.

7) What is the rank of India,according to the International IP Index of top 50 economies in the world which is released by US Chambers of Commerce? 1) 22 2) 26 3) 36 4) 33 5) None of these Answer - 3) 36 Explanation: On February 7,2019,US Chambers of Commerce released the annual International IP Index of top 50

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economies in the world,in the index,India climbed 8 position up to the 36th rank and USA ,as the lead.In the index , Pakistan is at 47th spot and Venezuela is at the last place.In 2018, India’s rank was 44th of 50 countries,the increase in the rank is dedicated to the various reforms made to the better alignment of India’s IP environment ,and one of the reforms ,was the agreement with Japan to initiate a Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH). Banking and Finance

8) Which Country approved to sell two of its advanced missile to India for an estimated cost of $190 million? 1) U.S 2) Japan 3) China 4) Russia 5) None of these Answer - 1) U.S Explanation: US agreed to sell two of its advanced missile to India for Air India one. US approved the purchase of the two systems known as Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCAM) and Self-Protection Suites (SPS) at cost of USD 190 million,to enhance the security of planes flying the Prime Minister and the President. To purchase these two missile,in the interim budget Rs.1084 crores have allotted and these missiles are to be in India in the year end.

9) Where will be the NATO’s 70th anniversary meeting held? 1) Tokyo,Japan 2) London,UK 3) Beijing,China 4) Washington, D.C.,U.S 5) None of these Answer - 2) London,UK Explanation: NATO's next meeting of Heads of State and Government will take place in London this December, marking the 70th anniversary of the military pact. NATO's first headquarters, adding that the UK is one of the alliance's 12 founding members.

10) Name the 6th edition of 5-day multinational maritime exercise that was held in Karachi,Pakistan in which 46 Countries Participated? 1) Shakti 2) Sampriti 3) AMAN-19 4) Mitra Shakti 5) None of these Answer - 3) AMAN-19 Explanation: The 5-day multinational maritime exercise ‘AMAN-19’ in which 46 nations participated from all over the world was formally commenced at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, with a colorful flag hosting ceremony. Principal aim to conduct this exercise is to facilitate a forum of understanding of each other’s maritime concepts and operation cultures and to produce ways and means to confront common threat at sea. The exercise will have 2 phases- Harbour phase and sea phase.

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11) Which Indian Navy warship Participated in the multinational training exercise ‘CUTLASS EXPRESS – 19’,held in the vicinity of Djibouti, Mozambique and Seychelles? 1) INS Shivalik 2) INS Trikand 3) INS Talwar 4) INS Gomati 5) None of these Answer - 2) INS Trikand Explanation: INS Trikand, the frontline warship of the Indian Navy, participated in a multi-national training exercise ‘CUTCLASS EXPRESS 2019’ held from 27th January to 06th February 2019 in the vicinity of Djibouti, Mozambique and Seychelles.INS Trikand, commanded by Captain Srinivas Maddula. i. The aim of the exercise was to improve law enforcement capacity, promote regional securityand progress inter-operability between the armed forces of the participating nations for the purpose of prohibiting illegal maritime activity in the Western Indian Ocean. ii. Naval Coast Guard and Marine Police personnel from a number of East African countries were jointly trained by mentors from USA, India and Netherlands, with support of International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Combined Maritime Force (CMF) and European Naval Forces (EUNAVFOR). iii. The exercise was conducted in 2 phases; first called the Command Post Exercise (CPX) from 27th Jan to 02nd Feb 2019 and the second phase called the Final Training Exercise (FTX) from 03rd to 5th Feb 2019. The closing ceremony was held at Djibouti Naval Base on the morning of 06th Feb 2019.

12) Which Country had included Hindi as its third official language in the High Court? 1) Pretoria 2) Amsterdam 3) Stockholm 4) Abu Dhabi 5) None of these Answer - 4) Abu Dhabi Explanation: Hindi is included as the third official language in the Abu Dhabi court system with a motive to improve access to justice for foreign workers.Authorities have created bilingual language guides to explain complex legal terms in an effort to help people understand court process.The other two official languages are Arabic and English.

13) Where was the 2nd Joint secretary level meeting to assess the India-Nepal Trade Treaty organized? 1) Mumbai,Maharshtra 2) Pokhara, Nepal 3) Kathmandu,Nepal 4) Kolkata,WestBengal 5) None of these Answer - 2) Pokhara, Nepal Explanation: The two day 2nd Joint Secretary Level meeting to assess the India-Nepal Trade Treaty was organized in Pokhara, Nepal on 7th Feb, 2019 to deliberate upon various bilateral issues and non-tariff barriers in bilateral trade.India deputation was led by Bhupindra Singh Bhalla (Joint Secretary of South Asia), Department of Commerce whereas Nepal Deputation was led by Ravi Shankar Sainju (Joint Secretary of Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies).This meet was based on comprehensive review of the existing bilateral trade treaty to enhance both way’s commerce and investments between India and

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Nepal.This is 2nd follow-up meet after 1st meet which was held in August last year, to discuss possible ways to facilitate different non-tariff barriers in bilateral trade.

14) Where was the Seventh Session of World Government Summit 2019 held? 1) Washington, D.C.,USA 2) New York,USA 3) Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) 4) London,United Kingdom(UK) 5) None of these Answer - 3) Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) Explanation: The seventh session of the World Government Summit began on Sunday, 10th February 2019, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). More than 4,000 people from 140 countries participated in the event. The summit opened with the speech of Mohammed Abdullah Ak Gergawi, minister of Cabinet Affairs and the Future, along with Klaus Schwab, founder and executive chairman of World Economic Forum (WEF).

15) Which Country had recently changed its name to end the long running dispute with its neighbouring country Greece? 1) Bulgaria changed its name to Republic of South Bulgaria 2) Albania changed its name to Republic of North Albania 3) Republic of Macedonia changed its name to Republic of North Macedonia 4) Romania changed its name to Republic of South Romania 5) None of these Answer - 3) Republic of Macedonia changed its name to Republic of North Macedonia Explanation: Ending a long running dispute with Greece, the Republic of Macedonia has officially changed its name to North Macedonia. Greece had been blocking Macedonia’s entry into the European Union (EU) and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), as it disapproved of the name of the country,as the Greek province of Macedoniaadjoining it has been associated with Alexander the Great. On 6th Feb. 2019, NATO member states signed an accession protocol allowing North Macedonia to join the alliance and become the 30th member.

16) Who will be taking over the Chair of the African Union (AU) in 2020 after Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi term ends? 1) South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa 2) Russia's President Vladimir Putin 3) Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi 4) Libya's President Mohammed Magariaf 5) None of these Answer - 1) South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa Explanation: South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa, will be taking over as the Chair of the African Union (AU) in 2020 after Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi completes his term.

17) World Health Organization (WHO) along with which Organization had issued a new international standard regarding fabrication and utilization of musical devices? 1) UNICEF 2) World Trade Organization(WTO) 3) International Trade Union (ITU) 4) World Intellectual Property Organization(WIPO) 5) None of these

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Answer - 3) International Trade Union (ITU) Explanation: Ahead of World Hearing Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) and International Trade Union (ITU) have issued a new international standard regarding fabricating and utilization of musical devices, which includes smart phones and audio players, to make them safe for listening.The motto and aim behind this move is to avert hearing loss among 1.1 billion young people who use musical devices most often. As 50% of the people who lie in age group of 12-35 are at risk of getting deaf due to prolong and immoderate exposure to loud sounds, they listen via their music devices.It is estimated that by 2050, around 900 million people will have loss of hearing.This new standard for music device was develop under WHO’s “Make Listening safe” initiative, drawing on the latest evidences and consultations. These standards will recommend Sound allowance function, Personalized profile, Volume limiting options, general information and guidance.

18) Which of the following organization released World Employment and Social Outlook Trends 2019 report? 1) World Meteorological Organization 2) World Trade Organization 3) International Labour Organization 4) World Customs Organization 5) None of these Answer - 3) International Labour Organization Explanation: On 14th February 2019, The International Labour Organization released World Employment and Social Outlook Trends 2019 report. The report says unemployment rates will fall to 4.9% in 2019 and remains steady in 2020.The report says that it took 9 years to recover from the shock of 2007-08 global financial crisis during which the unemployment rate was fallen to 5.6 per cent.Progress on closing the gender gap in participation rates has stopped after a period of rapid improvement which tasted to 2003.In the global labour market 2 billion out of 3.3 billion people worked keeping their economic security at risk in informal employment.Among the age group 15-24 the global unemployment stood at 11.8% which is much higher than it among other age groups.

19) India withdraws ‘Most Favoured Nation’ or MFN status of which country recently? 1) Japan 2) China 3) Russia 4) Pakistan 5) None of these Answer - 4) Pakistan Explanation: On 15th February 2019, India has withdrawn ‘Most Favoured Nation’ or MFN to Pakistan just a day after the terror attach in Pulwama, Jammu & Kashmr in which 40 Central Reserve Police Force (CPRF) personal lost their lives.MFN is a status or level of treatment accorded by one state to another in international trade to ensure non-discriminatory trade between all partner countries of the WTO.MFN status makes sure that any country with this status avoids any disadvantageous situation in comparison to the other partners in trade.It was in 1996 India granted MFN status to Pakistan. Decades of conflict, mistrust and war has resulted in the MFN status.

20) According to World Health Organization report, Measles cases nearly ______in 2018 from its previous year? 1) Tripled 2) Doubled 3) Halfed

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4) Quartered 5) None of these Answer - 2) Doubled Explanation: On 16th February 2019, World Health Organization says the number of Measles cases reported in 2018 is nearly double the infections contracted in the previous year.The number of Measles cases reported in 2018 is 2,29,068. It was 1,10,000 for 2017 who died from this highly infections diseases. In Europe itself there were 82,596 infections in 2018 as per WHO.WHO recommended to the Member States to close gaps in vaccination coverage. WHO won’t commit to a compulsory vaccination recommendation although it is working in affected areas.Measles is a viral infection caused by rubeola virus. It is a highly infectious disease but easily preventable by vaccination.Vaccination for measles was introduced in 1963 when there was an estimated 2.6 million deaths occurred every year due to the outbreak of the disease.

21) 55th Munich Security Conference (MSC) held in which of the following Country? 1) US 2) Germany 3) India 4) China 5) None of these Answer - 2) Germany Explanation: 55th Munich Security Conference (MSC), an annual meeting that brings together leaders and security experts from across the world, was held from 15th to 17th February 2019 in Munich,Germany.Deputy National Security Adviser Pankaj Saran attended the conference and participated in various events besides holding bilateral meetings with several countries.India received widespread support on the issue of Pakistan’s role in cross-border terror attacks including Pulwama strike at the conference.

22) India inked MoU with which of the following country to establish business centre for ICT incubators? 1) Argentina 2) Sri Lanka 3) Russia 4) Netherland 5) None of these Answer - 2) Sri Lanka Explanation: On 21st February 2019, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by India and Sri Lanka for the establishment of a business centre for ICT incubators in Jaffna, Sri Lanka through grant of 25 crore Sri Lankan rupees from India. The MoU was signed in Colombo, Sri Lanka by High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Mr. Taranjit Singh Sandhu, and Secretary, Ministry of Development Strategies and International Trade Mr. S. T. Kodikara in presence of Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickramasinghe.The centre is being set up to create a conducive environment for Information Communication Technology (ICT) and other professional services in the Northern region which is inhabited by minority Tamils.Other development projects in Jaffna which have been funded by India are- construction of Cultural Centre in Jaffna, school buildings of 27 schools, 3000 rainwater harvesting units and 25 model villages etc.This takes India’s total development assistance to Sri Lanka to around 3 billion US$, out of which 560 million US$ is pure grant assistance.

23) Who was the first Indian External Affairs Minister visited Bulgaria? 1) Atal Bihari Vajpayee 2) Jawaharlal Nehru

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3) Indira Gandhi 4) Sushma Swaraj 5) None of these Answer - 4) Sushma Swaraj Explanation: Smt. Sushma Swaraj visited Bulgaria from 16th to 17th February 2019. This was a follow-up visit to the State visit of the President Ram Nath Kovind to Bulgaria in September 2018 and the first ever visit of an Indian External Affairs Minister to Bulgaria. During the visit, she met with the Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister of the Republic of Bulgaria, Ekaterina Zakharieva and discussed bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest. She paid floral tribute at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at the South Park in Sofia, which was unveiled last year by President of India along with President of Bulgaria to mark the celebrations of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. She also interacted with the Indian community and Friends of India in Sofia during the visit.

24) During External Affairs Minister visit to Morocco 4 MoU’s were signed.What are the MoU’s signed? i.Setting up of Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism ii.Cooperation in Housing and Human Settlement iii. Cooperation in Youth Matters iv.Cooperation in Defence 1) i and ii are correct 2) i,ii and iii are correct 3) All are correct 4) None is correct 5) None of these Answer - 2) i,ii and iii are correct Explanation: Smt. Sushma Swaraj visited the Kingdom of Morocco on 17th to 18th February 2019 in pursuit of India’sobjective of enhanced engagement with Morocco and an opportunity to hold in-depth discussions on bilateral, regional and global issues. It was her first-ever visit to the country.4 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)s were signed which included setting up of Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism, Cooperation in Housing and Human Settlement, Reciprocal facilitation of procedures for issue of Business Visa and Cooperation in Youth Matters.

25) Spanish Government conferred the prestigious Grand Cross of the Order of Civil Merit to which of the following Politician? 1) Ram Nath Kovind 2) Narendra Modi 3) Sushma Swaraj 4) Piyush Goyal 5) None of these Answer - 3) Sushma Swaraj Explanation: Smt. Sushma Swaraj arrived in Madrid, Spain on the last leg of her 3-nation visit from 18th to 19thFebruary, 2019, at the invitation of her counterpart, Mr. Josep Borrell Fontelles, Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs, the European Union and Cooperation. The Spanish Government conferred upon her the prestigious Grand Cross of the Order of Civil Merit for India’s swift response through Operation Maitri in rescuing 71 Spanish nationals from Nepal in April 2015, in the wake of the disastrous earthquake.She also interacted with the Indian Community in Spain.

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26) Name the annual navy drill organized by the Iran Government,held in the waters of Strait of Hormuz, Makran coast, Oman Sea? 1) Sarv 19 2) Velayat 97 3) Great Prophet IX 4) Eghtedar-e Velayat 5) None of these Answer - 2) Velayat 97 Explanation: Iran announced that it will be launching a 3-day annual navy drill named “Velayat 97” in the Gulf and the Indian Ocean, including a sensitive global shipping route, with an aim to evaluate the equipment of the navy, practice launching weapons and enable the troops to gain readiness in battle.It will be held in the waters of Strait of Hormuz, Makran coast, Oman Sea and the north of the Indian ocean and will cover an area of 2 million square kilometres.It will showcase Iran’s submarines, warships, helicopters and drones and will also include missile launches from the vessels.

27) Which Country declared year-long state of emergency? 1) Sudan 2) Pakistan 3) Iran 4) Yemen 5) None of these Answer - 1) Sudan Explanation: On 22nd February 2019, a state of emergency was declared in Sudan by its President Omar al-Bashir. The government was dissolved at both the cabinet and local levels.It was due to continuous protests by the general public since 19 December who were furious by the mismanagement of the nation’s economy and wanted the leader to step down.He has appointed 16 army officers and two security officers as new governors for the 18 provinces of the country.

28) India will attend the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation(OIC) foreign ministers meeting for first time.Name the Country,that will host the Meeting in March,2019? 1) United States 2) United Arab Emirates 3) China 4) Saudi Arabia 5) None of these Answer -2) United Arab Emirates Explanation: India will, for the first time, attend a meeting of foreign ministers of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation in the UAE.The OIC is a 57-member grouping of Muslim majority nations

29) Name the Asia Pacific Region's biggest multinational military exercises, held in Thailand? 1) Ekuverin 2) Cobra Gold 3) Yudh Abhyas 4) Shatrujeet 5) None of these Answer - 2) Cobra Gold Explanation: Thailand and the United States hosted the annual Cobra Gold military exercise, the biggest activity of its type in the Asia-Pacific region with 29 nations taking part as participants or observers. Apart from

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the 2 countries, 7 countries who participated in the exercise were India,Singapore, Japan, China, Indonesia, Malaysia and South Korea.The Indian Army participated in the military training exercise with a 14-member contingent.Thai Chief of Defense Forces,Gen. Pornpipat Benyasri and the commander of the U.S. Army First Corps, Lt. Gen. Gary J. Volesky, representing the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command attended the opening ceremony.

30) Which City hosted the month-long ‘Festival of India’? 1) Colombo,Sri Lanka 2) NewDelhi,India 3) Kathmandu,Nepal 4) WestBengal,India 5) None of these Answer - 3) Kathmandu,Nepal Explanation: A month-long ‘Festival of India’ began was inaugurated in Kathmandu, Nepal on 19th February 2019 by Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Rabindra Adhikari and Indian Ambassador to Nepal Manjeev Singh Puri. It is being organised by the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Embassy of India. The festival aims at making the youth aware about the similarities between Nepal and India.The festival started with a musical drama on the life of Lord Buddha. Sanskrit conference, dance, food festival and other cultural programmes will also be held during the festival.

31) Who addressed the India-South Korea Business Symposium,that was held in Seoul? 1) Ram Nath Kovind 2) Narendra Modi 3) Sushma Swaraj 4) Suresh Prabhu 5) None of these Answer - 2) Narendra Modi Explanation: On February 21 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a 2-day visit to South Korea or Republic of Korea(ROK) on the invitation of President Moon Jae-in.This was his 2nd Visit to South Korea,Previously he visited South Korea in the year 2015 .He was received by Indian Community in South Korea. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the India-South Korea Business Symposium in Seoul and he launched the India-Korea Startup Hub.

32) Along with Mahindra,which of the following bank will mentor and provide financial support to the winners of ‘Startup Grand Challenge’? 1) Reserve Bank of India(RBI) 2) World Bank 3) Asian Development Bank(ADB) 4) State Bank of India(SBI) 5) None of these Answer - 4) State Bank of India(SBI) Explanation: ‘Startup Grand Challenge’ was also launched,which focus on the issues related to cyber threat, analytics & rural healthcare.The State Bank of India(SBI) & Mahindra Rise will provide mentoring, pilot opportunities & financial support to the winners of this challenge. The startup hub is launched based on the joint statement signed between the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) and Invest India.

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33) In which University,did Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi during his visit to South Korea? 1) Seoul National University in Seoul,South Korea 2) Yonsei University in Seoul,South Korea 3) Korea University in Seoul,South Korea 4) Hongik University in Seoul,South Korea 5) None of these Answer - 2) Yonsei University in Seoul,South Korea Explanation: Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi at Yonsei University in Seoul.

34) According to the 2019 Passport Index which country topped the list? 1) UAE 2) India 3) US 4) Germany 5) None of these Answer - 1) UAE Explanation: The Passport Index of 2019, which ranks almost 199 countries in the world based on their Visa-Free Scores and their ranking according to the UNDP human development index, showed that Indian passport has steadily strengthened in a period of 5 years from rank 77 in 2015 to 67 in 2019.25 countries allow visa-free entry to Indian passport holders, whereas 39 countries offer visa-on-arrival.The Tourism Ministry for India is also offering e-tourist visa facilities to 166 countries, by making several amendments in the e-visa regime of the country in order to make this process more tourist friendly. Top 3 Countries are United Arab Emirates(UAE), Germany,Denmark

35) India had signed an MoU with which of the following country on releasing a joint stamp, commemorating Princess Suriratna (Queen Hur Hwang-ok), a legendary Princess of Ayodhya? 1) Singapore 2) UAE 3) South Korea 4) Russia 5) None of these Answer - 3) South Korea Explanation: MoU’s Signed between India and South Korea: • MoU on commercialising ideas, technologies and designs of start-up companies. • MoU to continue operations of Korea Plus organisation that facilitates investments by Korean companies in India. • MoU on releasing a joint stamp, commemorating Princess Suriratna (Queen Hur Hwang- ok), a legendary Princess of Ayodhya. MoU’s Signed on MoU’s Signed on Field Behalf of India Behalf of South Korea Ministry of Home Korean National Law enforcement agencies of the two countries and Affairs Police Agency combat trans-border and international crimes. Prasar Bharti Korean Broadcasting To Broadcast DD India Channel in South Korea and KBS System (KBS) World Channel in India National Highways Korea Expressway To promote bilateral cooperation in road and transport Authority of India Corporation infrastructure development projects of India.

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36) Who was conferred with the Seoul peace prize in the 14th Edition of Seoul Peace Prize Ceremony held in South Korea? 1) Moon Jae-in 2) Gimhae Heo Seong gon 3) Ram Nath Kovind 4) Narendra Modi 5) None of these Answer - 4) Narendra Modi Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with Seoul peace prize in the 14th Edition of Seoul Peace Prize Ceremony. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to fallen soldiers at the National Cemetery, including those who died in the Korean War.PM gifts a Bodhi tree sapling to Mayor of Gimhae Heo Seong gon as a mark of close ties between the South Korea and India.

37) Afghanistan began exporting to India through which of the following port in Iran, for the first time by bypassing the Pakistan route? 1) Chabahar port 2) Port of Eilat 3) Shuwaikh port 4) Johor Port 5) None of these Answer - 1) Chabahar port Explanation: On 24th February 2019, Afghanistan began exporting to India through the Chabahar port in Iran, for the first time by bypassing the Pakistan route. The first consignment was inaugurated by Afghan President Ashraf Ghani. It comprised of 23 trucks carrying 57 tonnes of dried fruits, textiles, carpets and mineral products. They were dispatched from Zaranj, Afghanistan to Chabahar in Iran. They will then be shipped from Chabahar to Mumbai.

38) According to the Global Nutrition Report,which country topped the index with 46.6 million stunted children? 1) Indonesia 2) Pakistan 3) Nigeria 4) India 5) None of these Answer - 4) India Explanation: UNICEF representative in India Yasmin Ali Haque lauded the contribution of Poshan Abhiyaan-a scheme by the central government in reduction of stunting, under-nutrition and anaemia in women and adolescents by providing monetary support via direct cash transfers. It was launched in 2017 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan.Quoting Haque, “Poshan Abhiyaan has got global recognition for its effort to eradicate malnutrition from India. Cash transfer is an additional support to the family income. The Poshan Abhiyaan is a massive step that realises the need for eradicating malnutrition”.The latest UNICEF report states that one-third of the population suffers from at least one kind of malnutrition and the number would increase tohalf by 2025.According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-4, 2015-16, one-fifth of the total population has a BMI less than 18.5, while one- fourth males and half of the total females are anaemic.According to the latest Global Nutrition Report, India accounts for one- third stunting of the global population. India topped the list with 46.6 million stunted children, followed by Nigeria (13.9 million) and Pakistan (10.7 million). vi. India has 25.5 million wasted children, followed by Nigeria (3.4 million) and Indonesia (3.3 million).

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39) What is the rank of India in the “inclusive internet index 2019” prepared by the ‘Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) for Facebook? 1) 25th 2) 47th 3) 30th 4) 50th 5) None of these Answer - 2) 47th Explanation: India ranked 47th in the ‘Inclusive Internet Index 2019’ which is prepared by the ‘Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) for Facebook. The index was expanded to include 100 countries which will represent 94% of the world’s population and 96% of global GDP.Sweden topped the index whereas Singapore ranked 2nd and USA ranked 3rd. India maintained its previous year rank.According to the index, there are provable benefits from digital skill programmes, comprehensive female e-inclusion policies and targets for women and girls to study science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).The United Kingdom, Namibia and Ireland are top performers of the year.The percentage of households connected to the internet globally increased from 53.1% to 54.8 % but the rate of growth in Internet Connections slowed in 2019 to 2.9% from the 7.7% of 2018.

BANKING & FINANCE

1) Which small finance bank launched ‘Kisan Suvidha loan’ for small and marginal farmers, on 30th January 2019? 1) AU Small Finance Bank 2) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank 3) Jana Small Finance Bank 4) Sriram Small Finance Bank 5) None of these Answer - 2) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Explanation: On 30th January 2019, ‘Kisan Suvidha loan’ for small and marginal farmers launched by Ujjivan Small Finance Bank. The scheme will attempt to reach the bottom of the pyramid with products and services. Kisan Suvidha loan can be used by farmers for both agriculture and allied activities. The product is specially designed to cater to the needs of customers for various allied and agricultural activities. Ujjivan Small Finance Bank launched the product in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Karnataka and Odisha with an eye to expand the product offerings. It provides loans to individuals with an amount ranging from Rs. 60000 to Rs. 2 Lakh to fulfill the customized needs of the mass market segment. The loan does not require any collateral. Ujjivan becomes the 1st bank to offer loans for agriculture and allied activities.

2) Government constituted a committee under Central Electricity Authority (CEA) to explore prepaid payments by state electricity distribution companies to power plants, on the recommendation of Cabinet Secretary ____, on 1stFebruary 2019? 1) N K Singh 2) P K Sinha 3) P P Malhotra 4) Raman Singh 5) None of these Answer - 2) P K Sinha Explanation: On February 1,2019 , On recommendation of Cabinet Secretary P K Sinha ,The government constituted a

Current Affairs Q&A PDF committee under the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) to explore prepaid payments by state electricity distribution companies to power plants. The formed committee, consist of The chairman of distribution companies of Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra, and representatives from Union power ministry and power associations to look into problems of delayed payments from distribution companies to power generators.

3) Reserve Bank of India eased out the operational curbs on Bank of India (BoI), Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) and which other bank and also allowed them to exit from Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) framework fully, on 1stFebruary 2019? 1) Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) 2) Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) 3) Indian Bank (IB) 4) Canara Bank 5) None of these Answer - 1) Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) Explanation: On February 1,2019, The Reserve Bank of India eased out the operational curbs on three banks, Bank of India (BoI),Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) and Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) and also allowed them to have a exit from the Prompt Corrective Action ( PCA) framework fully. These three banks were part of 11 government-owned banks that were put under the Prompt Corrective Action framework in 2017 and 2018. And the government gave a capital infusion of Rs 10,000 crore for Bank of India, Rs 5,500 crore for Oriental Bank of Commerce and Rs 4,500 crore for Bank of Maharashtra, which helped the banks to come out of the framework.

4) Pallavan Grama Bank and which other RRB in Tamil Nadu will be amalgamated to form a single RRB named Tamil Nadu Grama Bank under the sponsorship of Indian Bank, with effect from April 1, 2019? 1) Pandyan Grama Bank 2) Kattabomman Grama Bank 3) Thanjai Grama Bank 4) Chola Grama Bank 5) None of these Answer - 1) Pandyan Grama Bank Explanation: Under the sponsorship of Indian Bank, two regional rural bank – Pallavan Grama Bank and Pandyan Grama Bank will be amalgamated to form a single RRB i.e. Tamil Nadu Grama Bank in Tamil Nadu. The consolidation will be effective from April 1, 2019. This amalgamation has been conferred by Ministry of Finance under Regional Rural Banks Act 1976.

5) Syndicate Bank was imposed with a Penalty of ____ rupees by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for contradicting the norms in Checking norms and Risk Management, on 5th February 2019? 1) Rs 1 Crore 2) Rs 2 Crore 3) Rs 3 Crore 4) Rs 4 Crore 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rs 1 Crore Explanation: On 5th February 2019,Axis Bank, UCO Bank and Syndicate Bank are Penalised with a total of Rs.5.2 Crore

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by RBI Bank for violating the guidelines in regulatory compliance.The Segregation of the Penalised amount are as follows. Axis Bank and UCO Bank has been imposed with a Penalty of Rs.2 Crore each for their not commiting with the norms related to payment through cheques. Further Axis Bank has also imposed a Penalty of 20 Lakhs for the detection and impounding of counterfeit notes. Syndicate Bank is imposed with a Penalty of Rs.1 Crore for contradicting the norms in Checking norms and Risk Management.

6) Indian Banking Association (IBA) has marked the advisory recommendations from banks to exempt farmers from processing, documentation, inspection, ledger folio charge and various service charges for Kisan Credit Card loans upto _____? 1) Rs 1 Lakh 2) Rs 3 Lakh 2) Rs 2 Lakh 4) Rs 5 Lakh 5) None of these Answer - 2) Rs 3 Lakh Explanation: Indian Banking Association (IBA) has marked the advisory recommendations from banks to exempt farmers from processing, documentation, inspection, ledger folio charge and various service charges for Kisan Credit Card loans upto Rs. 3 Lakhs. These guidelines came to highlight as nominal amount of charges were collected by some schedule commercial banks for agriculture loans.

7) What is the new limit on collateral-free agriculture loans from Rs.1 lakh? 1) Rs.1.1 lakh 2) Rs.1.8 lakh 3) Rs.2 lakh 4) Rs.1.6 lakh 5) Rs.2.6 lakh Answer - 4) Rs.1.6 lakh Explanation: RBI announced increasing the limit on collateral-free agriculture loans to Rs.1.6 lakh from Rs.1 lakh. It will help to boost liquidity particularly among small and marginal farmers in the farming sectors. Government has already distributed Rs.11 trillion in Agriculture loans. Tamil Nadu has disbursed Rs.1.58 trillion followed by Andra Pradesh with Rs.1.12 trillion.

8) RBI fined Rs.1 Crore to which bank under Section 47 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949? 1) Indian Bank 2) State Bank of India(SBI) 3) Union Bank of India 4) UCO Bank 5) None of these Answer - 2) State Bank of India(SBI) Explanation: Reserve Bank of India has slapped Rs 1 crore penalty on the country’s largest lender,State Bank of India for violation of norms.RBI levied fine on State Bank of India,by exercising its powers under Section 47 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 .

9) First time in History, Asian Development Bank(ADB) had raised $100 million in international market by using which bonds? 1) Euro-linked bonds 2) Peso-linked bonds 103 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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3) Dinar-linked bonds 4) Shilling-linked bonds 5) None of these Answer - 2) Peso-linked bonds Explanation: On 8th February 2019, The Asian Development Bank raised $100 million from peso-linked bonds in the international market. It was their maiden issue of Philippine peso. Earlier in 2005 and 2007 ADB issued bond in the Philippine domestic capital market but it was the first time to mobilize Philippine peso funding from international investors through a currency linked structure. The move will help to reduce foreign exchange risk for ADB’s borrowers and support its growing local currency lending operations in Philippines.

10) How much is the new limit decided by RBI for Bulk Deposits inorder to enhance operational freedom of Banks? 1) 2 Crore 2) 1 Crore 3) Rs.50000 4) 1 Lakh 5) None of these. Answer - 1) 2 Crore Explanation: On 7th February 2019, Reserve Bank of India decided to treat deposits to over Rs.2 crore as ‘bulk’ as they doubled the limit for the same from the earlier Rs.1crore. This move will enhance operational freedom of Banks. RBI also proposed banks would maintain their bulk deposits interest rate cards in the core banking system for supervisory review. National Federation of Urban Cooperative Banks and Credit Societies Limited (NAFCUB) has suggested this proposal. The decision in proposal for setting up an Umbrella Organization (UO) for urban cooperative banks in pending with RBI.

11) Which bank has been penalized with Rs 1.5 crore for not monitoring fund use and fraud reporting delay? 1) Canara Bank 2) Andhra Bank 3) Allahabad Bank 4) Corporation Bank 5) None of these Answer - 3) Allahabad Bank Explanation: On Feb. 8 2019, Allahabad Bank said the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a penalty of Rs 1.5 crore on them for not monitoring end use of funds, delay in classification and reporting of fraud and non- adherence with RBI guidelines during restructuring of accounts in respect of one of its borrowers.

12) Which Organisation penalized the United India Insurance for violation of regulations,circular and guidelines on rates and discounts? 1) Reserve Bank of India 2) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India 3) Small Industries Development Bank of India 4) National Bank For Agriculture & Rural Development 5) None of these Answer - 2) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India Explanation: Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India,has imposed a fine of Rs nine lakh on state- owned United India Insurance.Insurance regulator IRDAI,imposed a sum of 5 lakh imposed for violation

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of regulations such as assigning of surveyors and submitting reports,insurer offering a settlement to the insured as well as paying the claim to the insured.The balance 4 lakh – 1 lakh each was for violations of circular and guidelines on rates and discounts an insurer can offer .

13) As per RBI’s 6th Bi-Monthly Policy Statement,the Policy Rates are reduced to how much basis points? 1) 0.25 basis points 2) 0.50 basis points 3) 0.75 basis points 4) 0.90 basis points 5) None of these Answer- 1)0.25 basis points Explanation: On 7th February 2019,Reserve Bank of India(RBI)’s six-member monetary policy committee chaired by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das released its 6th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy. RBI had reduced 0.25 basis points in the Policy Rates with immediate effect.

14) What is the repo rate in India,which is recently revised by RBI in 6th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy? 1) 6.50% 2) 6.75% 3) 6.25% 4) 6.00% 5) None of these Answer - 3) 6.25% Explanation: RBI had reduced 0.25 basis points in the Policy Rates with immediate effect.The Change in Policy rates are as follows: Policy Rates 6th Bi-Monthly Monetary 5th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy(Feb 2019) Policy(Dec 2018) Repo Rate 6.25% 6.50% Reverse Repo Rate 6.00% 6.25% Marginal Standing Facility 6.50% 6.75% Rate Bank Rate 6.50% 6.75% Reserve Ratios 6th Bi-Monthly Monetary 5th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy(Feb 2019) Policy(Dec 2018) Cash Reserve Ratio(CRR) 4% 4% Statutory Liquidity 19.25% 19.5% Ratio(SLR)

15) RBI has Projected the GDP growth of India at ______per cent for the financial year 2019-20? 1) 7.2% 2) 7.4% 3) 7.3% 4) 7.5% 5) None of these Answer - 2) 7.4% Explanation: RBI had Projected the Gross Domestic Product(GDP) growth for the year 2019-20 at 7.4%,While the GDP growth is at 7.2-7.4 per cent in H1, and 7.5 per cent in Q3. Inflation was fallen 18 months low in December at 2.2% and it is expected to remain at 3.2-3.4% in H1-2019-20 and 3.9% in Q3-2019-20. 105 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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16) Centre has increased over 26-year-old monetary limit on disclosure of investment in shares and mutual funds by employees to ______months of their basic pay? 1) 3 months 2) 6 months 3) 9 months 4) 12 months 5) None of these Answer - 2) 6 months Explanation: The government has revised 26-year-old monetary limit on investment in the stock markets and mutual funds by Government Officials to 6 months of their basic pay.Earlier,Under the 1992 rule,officials of Group A and B had to intimate the government if the total transaction exceeded Rs. 50,000. For Group C & D, the earlier upper limit was 25000. Now the limit has raised 5-6 times of the previous one.

17) As per RBI, country’s foreign exchange reserves are increased by how many billions? 1) USD 2.163 billion 2) USD 2.063 billion 3) USD 2.263 billion 4) USD 2.363 billion 5) None of these Answer - 2) USD 2.063 billion Explanation: According to RBI’s report,country’s foreign exchange reserves increased by USD 2.063 billion to USD 400.24 billion.The data reveals that country’s reserve position with the IMF also increased by USD 11.2 million to USD 2.654 billion.Foreign currency assets mounted by USD 1.280 billion to USD 373.430 billion.Gold reserves increased by USD 764.9 million to USD 22.686 billion.Special drawing rights with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) increased by USD 6.2 million to USD 1.470 billion.

18) RBI restructuring package for small businesses will help recast Rs 1 lakh crore of loans to 7 lakh MSME’s account holders,What is the time limit given to bank to implement this scheme? 1) March 2019 2) March 2020 3) April 2019 4) April 2020 5) None of these Answer - 2) March 2020 Explanation: On February 11,2019,RBI restructuring package for small businesses will help recast Rs 1 lakh crore of loans to 7 lakh MSME s account holders.This scheme must be implemented by every bank before March 2020. This MSME package would enhance job opportunities in the industry.This scheme announced by RBI is a one-time scheme wherein a loan tenor and interest rate can be revised without classifying the asset as an NPA.The facility is available for standard advances of up to Rs 25 crore .

19) RBI penalized which bank with Rs.2 Crore for Flouting Norms? 1) Indian Bank 2) State Bank of India 3) Corporation Bank 4) Union Bank of India 5) None of these Answer - 3) Corporation Bank Explanation: Reserve Bank of India,has imposed an aggregate penalty of Rs 20 million on our bank due to some lapses

Current Affairs Q&A PDF in monitoring of end use of funds and exchange of information with other banks in respect of one borrower along with some other banks.

20) With Which bank, National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) signed a loan agreement of Rs 5,000 crore? 1) Reserve Bank of India(RBI) 2) State Bank of India(SBI) 3) Union Bank of India 4) Bank of India(BOI) 5) None of these Answer - 2) State Bank of India(SBI) Explanation: State owned National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) signed a term loan agreement for Rs 5,000 crore with the State Bank of India (SBI).The agreement was signed by NTPC’s General Manager (Finance), Masood A. Ansari, and Deputy General Manager of SBI, Neelabh Sinha.The loan facility is extended at an interest rate linked to3-month MCLR of the bank and has a door to door tenure on 15 years, which will be utilised to part finance the capital expenditure of NTPC.

21) Which of the following Bank’s divergence charges had been cleared by Reserve Bank of India recently? 1) Yes Bank 2) Indian Bank 3) Bank of India 4) State Bank of India 5) None of these Answer - 1) Yes Bank Explanation: On 13th February 2019, The Reserve Bank of India cleared Yes Bank of Divergence charges i.e. disparity in reporting bad loans and provisioning numbers for the year ended March 2018.The final report has observed nil divergence in the bank’s asset classification and provisioning from the norms of the RBI.In FY16, after its first assessment, Yes Bank was found divergence of Bad loans by RBI at Rs. 4,176 crore higher than the reported gross NPA of Rs. 748.9 crore. Further, in FY17, Yes Bank was found to be divergence again at Rs. 6,355 crore and reported gross NPA of Rs. 2,018 crore lower than RBI’s estimation of Rs. 8,373 crore.

22) Read the following statements and choose which one is true? i.HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Band and IDBI Bank were fined Rs 2 million each for non-compliance with respect to Know Your Customer (KYC) norms and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards. ii.Allahabad Bank, Andhra Bank, Indian Overseas bank and Bank of Maharashtra were penalised for not following directions set by RBI on monitoring end use of funds. iii.ICICI Bank has penalised with Rs.2 Crore for violating RBI norms. 1) Option i is correct 2) Option ii is correct 3) Option i and ii is correct 4) All are correct 5) None of these Answer - 3) Option i and ii is correct Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has penalised various banks for not complying with various norms of RBI. HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Band and IDBI Bank were fined Rs 2 million each for non- compliance with respect to Know Your Customer (KYC) norms and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards.Allahabad Bank, Andhra Bank, Indian Overseas bank and Bank of

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Maharashtra were penalised for not following directions set by RBI on monitoring end use of funds, exchange of information with other banks, classification and reporting of frauds and restructuring of accounts. The penalty was Rs 10 million for Andhra Bank and Rs 15 million each for others.Bank of Baroda and Union Bank of India has imposed a penalty of Rs 1 crore each for violating various banking norms.

23) Government of India, Himachal Pradesh Government and World Bank had signed an agreement worth,how much million for supplying water to the citizens of Greater Shimla? 1) USD 20 Million 2) USD 40 Million 3) USD 50 Million 4) USD 60 Million 5) None of these Answer - 2) USD 40 Million Explanation: A loan agreement of $40 million (4 crore INR) was signed between the Government of India, Himachal Pradesh Government and World Bank, to help bring clean and reliable drinking water to the citizens of Greater Shimla area, who have been facing severe shortages of water and water-borne epidemics in the last few years.Shimla Water Supply and Sewage Service Delivery Reform Programmatic Development Policy Loan is expected to improve Water Supply & Sanitation (WSS) services in and around Shimla.Loan agreement was signed by Mr. Sameer Kumar Khare, Additional Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, on behalf of the Government of India and Mr. Junaid Kamal Ahmad, Country Director, World Bank India, on behalf of the World Bank.

24) Which Bank had became the first US bank with Cryptocurrency? 1) JP Morgan Chase 2) Bank of America 3) Goldman Sachs 4) Wells Fargo 5) None of these Answer - 1) JP Morgan Chase Explanation: On 14th February 2019, JP Morgan Chase rolled out as the first US bank with cryptocurrency. The change in opinion of JP Morgan is the first step in the program of making it more competitive. The currency is designed to be decentralized so that no one has control over transactions being sent over the network. JP Morgan Chase will be using the cryptocurrency to see its potential in using digital coins to reduce risk and enable instant transfers. JPM Coin is not for retail customers . It will be used internally by the bank to enable instant transfers of payments between institutional accounts.

25) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) withdrew how much percent limit on investments by FPIs in corporate bonds of an entity with a view to encourage more foreign investments? 1) 10 Percent 2) 20 Percent 3) 30 Percent 4)25 Percent 5) Noneof these Answer - 2) 20 Percent Explanation: On 15th February 2019, Reserve Bank of India lifted the limit on Corporate bonds. They withdrew 20% limit on investment by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) in corporate bonds of an entity.The move will encourage more foreign investors to invest in corporate bonds in the country. It aims at incentivizing FPIs to maintain a portfolio of assets. In April 2018, it was stipulated that no FPI should

Current Affairs Q&A PDF have an exposure of more than 20% of its corporate bond portfolio to a single corporate as per the review of the FPI investment in corporate debt.The directions in connection have been issued in the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). It is an Act in India to consolidate and change the laws related to foreign exchange with an objective to facilitate external trade and payments.FEMA will also promote the orderly development and maintenance of foreign exchange market in India.

26) Name the bank,which is penalised by RBI with Rs 1.5 crore recently? 1) Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) 2) Bank of India 3) Punjab National Bank (PNB) 4) Indian Bank 5) None of these Answer - 1) Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) Explanation: On 14th February 2019, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed monetary penalty on three Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) banks due to deficiencies in regulatory compliance with the directions issued by RBI on monitoring end use of funds, information exchange with other banks and on restructuring of accounts. Bank Penalty Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) Rs 1.5 crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) Rs 1 crore Bank of India Rs 1 crore

27) Which of the following insurance group received broking licence recently from Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)? 1) WomemSHG.com 2) YonoInsurance.com 3) UnionInsurance.com 4) IndianMoneyInsurance.com 5) None of these Answer - 4) IndianMoneyInsurance.com Explanation: Indiamoneyinsurance.com, a subsidiary of the Indiamoney.com Group has acquired a broking license from Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India(IRDAI) of India’s to enter Insurance Business. The company will come to process within next few days and projects to hire 2000 employees before the year ends.The brokerage also projects to institute 500 purchase centres of insurance across India with an investment of Rs. 4 billion.

28) Name the General Insurance Company,that launched first-of-its-kind ‘Trip Protector’ policy in India? 1) National Insurance Co. Ltd 2) New India Assurance Co. Ltd 3) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance 4) HDFC ERGO General Insurance Co. Ltd 5) None of these Answer - 4) HDFC ERGO General Insurance Co. Ltd Explanation: The first-of-its kind ‘Trip Protector’ insurance policy was launched by HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company which is the third-largest non-life insurance provider in the private sector in India. The policy states that: • In case a flight or a hotel booking is cancelled, travellers will be safeguarded financially against the 109 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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cost of cancellation levied on them by the respective hotels or airlines for both domestic and international travel. • In instances wherein travellers are refused accommodation on arriving at the hotel due to overbooking, the policy will provide cover against cancellation of a pre-booked room. • Initially, this policy is being offered to customers of HDFC Bank on the purchase of Airline tickets or Hotel Bookings done using their HDFC Bank credit cards. • The policy will allow customers to choose between refundable and non-refundable tickets. Refundable tickets shall be paid for in case of cancellation.

29) Name the new micro insurance plan,that will provide coverage of up to 2 lakhs by the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India? 1) Micro Debit 2) Micro Bachat 3) Micro Loan 4) Micro Fund 5) None of these Answer - 2) Micro Bachat Explanation: On 18th February 2019, a new micro insurance plan ‘Micro Bachat’ was launched by the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India. It provides a coverage of up to 2 lakhs and is the first micro-insurance plan to do so.It provides both protection and savings and is a regular premium, non-linked, participating endowment micro insurance plan. In case a policyholder dies, this plan would provide financial assistance to the family. For surviving policyholders, a lump sum amount at the time of maturity shall be provided.It can be availed only by standard healthy citizens in the age group of 18-55 years without undergoing any medical examination.

30) According to the new guidelines issued by IRDAI,What is the minimum limit on Basic Sum insured for Standard Health Product? 1) Rs.5000 2) Rs.10000 3) Rs.50000 4) Rs.1 Lakh 5) None of these Answer - 3) Rs.50000 Explanation: On February 19,2019 Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India(IRDAI) had issued the draft guidelines for Standard Health Product.The Guidelines on Standard Health Product are issued under the provisions of Section 34 (1) (a) of Insurance Act, 1938. Basic Sum Insured under standard product are,Minimum limit– Rs.50000 and Maximum limit- Rs.10 lakhs.Grace Period for premium payment: For Yearly payment of mode, a fixed period of 30 days is given as Grace Period All other modes of payment except,Yearly payment of mode a fixed period of 15 days are allowed as a Grace Period. There are four modes of payment viz-Monthly,Quarterly,Half Yearly,Yearly.

31) Srei Equipment Finance,has collaborated with which of the following Bank to provide equipment financing for various equipment categories like construction, mining, material handling, commercial vehicles, medical and farm equipment? 1) SBI 2) Syndicate Bank 3) Yes Bank 4) HDFC Bank 5) None of these Answer - 2) Syndicate Bank

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Explanation: Srei Equipment Finance, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Srei Infrastructure Finance, has collaborated with Syndicate Bank to provide equipment financing under co-lending arrangement for various equipment categories like construction, mining, material handling, commercial vehicles, medical and farm equipment.The arrangement requires Syndicate Bank to utilise its low-cost funds and co-lend equipment loans with Srei at a rate which has been mutually agreed on.It has been done under the aegis of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) circular dated September 21, 2018 that allows banks to collaborate with non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) to co-originate loans for the creation of assets for priority sector.Loans under this programme will be sourced by iQuippo a Kanoria Foundation initiative- India’s firstdigital marketplace for construction equipment, machinery and services.

32) Name the Scheme under which IIFL Home Finance and Maharashtra government signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) for building houses through credit-linked subsidy scheme (CLSS)? 1) Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana 2) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana 3) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana 4) National Service Scheme 5) None of these Answer - 3) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Explanation: On 20th February 2019, an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) was signed between IIFL Home Finance and the Maharashtra government for building affordable houses through credit-linked subsidy scheme (CLSS) under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). Through this MoU, the Housing Department of Maharashtra will provide permissions and enable IIFL Home Finance (IIFL HFL) to spread awareness among customers about the benefits of PMAY through presentations, counselling, calls and messages.

33) Which of the following Currency is traded by Zimbabwe recently? 1) ZWR dollar 2) ZWL dollar 3) ZWD dollar 4) RTGS dollar 5) None of these Answer - 4) RTGS dollar Explanation: On 20th February 2019, Zimbabwe’s central bank announced the discontinuation of its official currency, quasi-currency bond note officially pegged at parity with the U.S. dollar and launched a new currency called RTGS dollars, to resolve a long-term monetary crisis.The currency was launched at an initial rate of 2.5 RTGS dollars per US dollar.This step was undertaken to do away with hyperinflation and fiscal deficit issues the country had been facing and the shortage of dollars which had been negatively impacting the economy.The new currency replaces electronic bank savings called digital dollars and the bond notes and was named after the real-time gross settlement system that banks use to transfer money between each other.

34) Name the new Category of NBFC that is formed by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) after merging three categories of NBFCs viz Asset Finance Companies (AFC), Loan Companies (LCs) and Investment Companies (ICs)? 1) NBFC-Asset and Investment Company (NBFC-AIC) 2) NBFC-Investment and Credit Company (NBFC-ICC) 3) NBFC-Finance and Insurance Company (NBFC-FIC) 4) NBFC-Investment and Finance Company (NBFC-IFC)

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5) None of these Answer - 2) NBFC-Investment and Credit Company (NBFC-ICC) Explanation: On 22nd February 2019, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in accordance with an announcement made during the last bi-monthly policy, decided to create a single category for the NBFCs (non-banking financial companies) by bundling their present three-tier structure. In this regard, asset finance companies, loan companies and investment companies have been categorised as NBFC- investment and credit companies (NBFC-ICCs). A deposit taking NBFC-ICC will be required to make an investment of an amount less than twenty per cent of its owned fund, in unquoted shares of another company which is not a subsidiary company or a company in the same group of the NBFC.

35) Along with Reserve Bank of India (RBI),which of the following Bank formalised the USD 75- billion swap agreement? 1) Agricultural Bank of China 2) Bank of Japan 3) Bank of China 4) HSBC 5) None of these Answer - 2) Bank of Japan Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)and the Bank of Japan formalised the USD 75- billion swap agreement, which would act as a cushion against any sharp swings in the local currency whenever the international financial markets turn volatile.It will enable the availability of USD 75-billion in foreign capital for use as and when the need arises, bringing greater stability to the foreign exchange and capital markets in India and serve as a second line of defence as India has about USD 398 billion foreign exchange reserves to cushion sudden dollar outflows.The proposal for entering into an agreement for the bilateral swap arrangement was approved by the Union Cabinet in January 2019.

36) Name the new social impact bonds launched by World Bank, United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women(UN Women) and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) with an Initial corpus of Rs.300 Crore? 1) Health and welfare Bonds(HWB) 2) Employment Generation Bonds(EGB) 3) Development Impact Bond (DIB) 4) Women’s Livelihood Bonds (WLBs) 5) None of these Answer - 4) Women’s Livelihood Bonds (WLBs) Explanation: World Bank, United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women(UN Women), and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) launched new social impact bonds exclusively for women, called Women’s Livelihood Bonds (WLBs), with an initial corpus of Rs 300 crore. It will enable individual women entrepreneurs in sectors like food processing, agriculture, services and small units to borrow around Rs 50,000 to Rs 3 lakhat an annual interest rate of around 13% to 14% or less and have a tenure of 5 years.They will be unsecured, unlisted bonds and offer fixed coupon rate of 3% per annum to bond investors.

37) Along with Germany’s KfW Development Bank,which bank signed an agreement to refinance solar projects at a cost of 113 million USD? 1) State Bank of India 2) Bank of Baroda 3) Reserve Bank of India 4) Bank of Baroda

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5) None of these Answer - 4) Bank of Baroda Explanation: State-run Bank of Baroda has tied up with Germany’s KfW Development Bank to refinance solar projects at a cost of 113 million USD. The tie-up is part of an Indo-German Solar Energy Partnership signed in 2015.The KfW was formerly known as KfW Bankengruppe (banking group) and it is a German government-owned development bank with headquarters in Frankfurt.

38) Reserve Bank of India(RBI) extended the deadline for prepaid payment instrument (PPI) issuers to complete their Know Your Customer (KYC) norms by ______months? 1) 3 months 2) 6 months 3) 9 months 4) 12 months 5) None of these Answer - 2) 6 months Explanation: On 25th February 2019, the Reserve Bank of India extended the deadline for prepaid payment instrument (PPI) issuers to complete their Know Your Customer (KYC) norms by six months.Earlier, they had been asked to complete their KYC process by the end of February, 2019.However, an additional time of 6 months has been provided because of difficulties in undertaking Aadhaar e-KYC and time necessary to put in place other systems for completing the KYC process.

39) Which of the following banks are removed from the PCA (Prompt Corrective Action) framework recently? 1) Corporation Bank, Allahabad Bank and Dhanlaxmi Bank 2) Corporation Bank,Dhanlaxmi Bank and Yes Bank 3) Allahabad Bank, Yes Bank and ICICI Bank 4) HDFC Bank,Union Bank of India and Indian Bank. 5) None of these Answer - 1) Corporation Bank, Allahabad Bank and Dhanlaxmi Bank Explanation: On 26th February 2019, the Board for Financial Supervision (BFS) of the Reserve Bank of India has removed 2 public sector banks- Corporation Bank and Allahabad Bank and 1 private sector bank – Dhanlaxmi Bank from PCA (Prompt Corrective Action) framework.According to BFS, Allahabad Bank and Corporation Bank had received Rs 6,896 crore and Rs 9,086 crore respectively which led to increase in their capital funds and also increased their loan loss provision. According to RBI, Dhanlaxmi bank was found to be not breaching any of the risk threshold of the PCA Framework, hence was removed out of the PCA Framework.

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1) ____ Aerospace Industries signed an agreement with Indian Navy and Cochin Shipyard for providing Naval Medium Range Surface to air missile systems to India, on 30th January 2019? 1) Japan 2) United States 3) Israel 4) South Korea 5) None of these Answer - 3) Israel Explanation: On 30th January 2019 an agreement was signed between Israel Aerospace Industries, Indian Navy and Cochin Shipyard for providing Naval Medium Range Surface to air missile systems to India. The agreement worth of $93 million for provision of Naval Medium Range Surface to Air Missile (MRSAM) systems. As per the contract Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) will provide complementary systems for the air defense system. Indian Navy and IAI held an interception test abroad INS Chennai, which assessed for the first time potential collaboration between ship. IAI will provide complementary systems for the air defense system (ADS) and also involve follow up orders for a range of maintenance and other services for various sub systems of IAI’s advanced MRSAM ADS.

2) Nielsen study states that the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry is likely to grow between _____% and 12% in 2019 which is a little lower than 13.8% in 2018? 1) 9 % 2) 11 % 3) 8 % 4) 10 % 5) None of these Answer - 2) 11 % Explanation: On 29th January 2019, as per Nielsen study the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry is likely to grow between 11% and 12% in 2019 which is a little lower than 13.8% in 2018. Growth of FMCG industry in the 4th quarter of 2018 was 15.9% and the study account the calendar year while making projections. The growth in current year is primarily on back of conductive macro economic environment, Rural consumption, sustained benefits of GST regime and election impact. Nielsen expects the sustained government focus on rural infrastructure and surging non farm income in rural areas to support rural FMCG consumption story.

3) Which state government issued an order to ban the import of pigs and piglets on 1st February 2019, because of the possibility of outbreak of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS)? 1) Maharashtra 2) Mizoram 3) Sikkim 4) Haryana 5) None of these Answer - 2) Mizoram Explanation: On February 1,2019 ,The Mizoram Government issued an order to ban the import of pigs and piglets ,because there is a possibility of outbreak of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS).

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PRRS disease is also called as Swine Flu,the virus of this disease generally transmitted from pigs and affects both pigs and humankind. Basically the pigs imported from Myanmar are in suspect point, pigs imported from other countries too have been banned as a move to prevent the outbreak of the PRRS in the state.

4) Central Statistical Office (CSO) revised the GDP (Gross Domestic Product) Growth forecast to what percent from earlier estimate of 6.7%, on 31st January 2019? 1) 6.9 % 2) 7.0 % 3) 7.2 % 4) 7.4 % 5) None of these Answer - 3) 7.2 % Explanation: On 31st January 2019, the Central Statistical Office (CSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme implementation has revised the GDP (Gross Domestic Product) Growth forecast to 7.2% from earlier estimate of 6.7%.The revised GDP growth rate shows that the effect of demonetization was not as severe as predicted earlier. Hence various economists have criticized the revision of growth rates. The GDP growth rate at current prices also called Nominal GDP growth rate has been revised to 11.3% to 10% for 2017-18. The actual growth rate for 2016-17 has also been revised to 8.2% from the earlier estimate of 7.1% by the CSO.

5) Government has reduced the import duty on parts and components of electric vehicles to 10- ____ % in order to promote domestic assembling of electric vehicles with effect from 30th January 2019? 1) 15 % 2) 12 % 3) 20 % 4) 17 % 5) None of these Answer - 1) 15 % Explanation: On 29th January 2019, The Government reduced the import duty on parts and components of electric vehicles to 10-15 per cent from 15-30 per cent in order to promote domestic assembling of electric vehicles. The new rates will come into effect from 30th January 2019. A separate category for parts and components of electric vehicle has been carved out by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) which attracts import duty of 10-15%.

6) Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman approved the procurement of around 73000 Sig Sauer rifles from which country under fast track procurement mode, on 2nd February 2019? 1) Japan 2) United States of America 3) Germany 4) Italy 5) None of these Answer - 2) United States of America Explanation: On 2nd February 2019, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman approved the procurement of around 73000 Sig Sauer rifles from United States of America under fast track procurement mode in a major

Current Affairs Q&A PDF move towards infantry modernization. USA will have to deliver the Sig Sauer rifles which is used by US forces as well as several other European forces within one year of finalization of the deal. The Procured rifles will replace INSAS rifles and the new rifles will be used by the troops deployed along the 3600 km border with China.

7) In order to save Iran from the US (United States) sanctions, Project INSTEX (Instrument in Support of Trade Exercises) has been launched by the governments of United Kingdom, France and which other country? 1) Germany 2) Italy 3) Saudi Arabia 4) Switzerland 5) None of these Answer - 1) Germany Explanation: In order to save Iran from the US (United States) sanctions, Project INSTEX (Instrument in Support of Trade Exercises) was launched by the governments of United Kingdom, France and Germany. The Special payment system, INSTEX will save Iran nuclear Deal by allowing Iran to keep trading with countries of European Union despite of sanctions re-imposed by USA. INSTEX has supervisory board chaired by UK with members from France and Germany and it is registered with Paris with an initial 3000 Euros.

8) If an E-commerce company controls ____ % of a Vendor’s inventory or has some equity stake in the Vendor’s Company, then the Inventory of that Vendor will be deemed to be controlled by the E-commerce company, as per the new E-commerce Policy that came into effect on 1st February 2019? 1) 50 % 2) 75 % 3) 25 % 4) 60 % 5) None of these Answer - 3) 25 % Explanation: On 1st February 2019, the new E-commerce Policy comes into effect which was notified in December 2018 by Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) headed by the ministry of Commerce and Industry. As per the new Policy, 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is possible for marketplace model only. If an E-commerce company controls 25 per cent of an Vendor’s inventory or have some equity stake in the Vendor’s Company then the Inventory of that Vendor will be deemed to be controlled by the E- commerce company.

9) Foreign direct investment (FDI) into India has declined ____% to $22.66 billion during April- September 2018-19, as per commerce and industry ministry data? 1) 25% 2) 5 % 3) 19 % 4) 11 % 5) None of these Answer - 4) 11 % Explanation: On 4th February 2019, according to commerce and industry ministry data Foreign direct investment

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(FDI) into India has declined 11% to $22.66 billion during April-September period of the current fiscal. Sectors that received maximum foreign investment are services ($4.91 billion), computer software and hardware ($2.54 billion), telecommunications ($2.17 billion), trading ($2.14 billion), chemicals ($1.6 billion) and automobile industry ($ 1.59 billion).

10) National Bulk Handling Corporation (NBHC) released Kharif Crop estimation for 2018-2019, as per this, basmati rice production is expected to decline by what percent to 5.18 million metric tonne? 1) 9.24 % 2) 7.23 % 3) 4.56 % 4) 2.56 % 5) None of these Answer - 1) 9.24 % Explanation: On February 4,2019,National Bulk Handling Corporation (NBHC) released Kharif Crop estimation for the year 2018-2019. According to the report, the basmati rice production is expected to decline by 9.24% to 5.18 million metric tonne. The total oilseeds production was estimated to be 19.87 million metric tonne which is 5.36 % lower to in the year 2018. The pulses production was projected to be dropped to 9.10 million tonnes.

11) Fitch Solutions has projected fiscal deficit to increase the budgeted target by 0.2 per cent to ____ % of GDP in 2019-20 fiscal? 1) 4.2 % 2) 6.3 % 3) 2.1 % 4) 3.6 % 5) None of these Answer - 4) 3.6 % Explanation: On 4th February 2019, Fitch Solutions the research arm of Fitch Group projected fiscal deficit to increase the budgeted target by 0.2 per cent to 3.6% of GDP in 2019-20 fiscal. Government has reported fiscal deficit 3.4% of GDP in the interim budget on 1st February 2019. Fitch released a note titled “India’s Populist FY2019-20 Budget To Delay Fiscal Consolidation”. The interim Budget for 2019-20 was published by finance minister Shri Piyush Goyal on 1st February 2019. According to revised budget estimates the central government plans to spend a total of Rs 27.8 lakh crore in fiscal 2019-20, a 13.3 per cent increase over the 2018-19.

12) Economic Affairs Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg said that the finance ministry is expecting the GDP growth to reach what percent in 2019-20 from 7.2 % projected for the current fiscal? 1) 7.5 % 2) 7.4 % 3) 7.6 % 4) 7.9 % 5) None of these Answer - 1) 7.5 % Explanation: On 5th February 2019, the Economic Affairs Secretary, Subhash Chandra Garg said that the finance ministry is expecting the GDP growth to reach 7.5 per cent in 2019-20 from 7.2 per cent projected for the

Current Affairs Q&A PDF current fiscal. The Government is expecting a nominal growth of 11.5 per cent (for 2019-20) and inflation to remain at 4 per cent. The Economic Affairs Secretary stated that India remains the fastest growing major economy in the world.

13) Industry and Internal trade secretary ____ notified that government will form a small working group to have a watch over the matter of angel tax profiled by startups? 1) Ramesh Abhishek 2) Injeti Srinivas 3) Rajeev Sharma 4) Anshul Agrawal 5) None of these Answer - 1) Ramesh Abhishek Explanation: Industry and Internal trade secretary Ramesh Abhishek notified that government will form a small working group to have a watch over the matter of angel tax profiled by startups. This was concluded against the surrounding of various startups raising issues on notices under Section 56(2) of the Income Tax Act to pay taxes on angel funds. Government may further exempt start-ups and investors from paying angel tax.

14) India’s fiscal deficit has touched what percent of the FY19 Budget target of Rs. 6.24 lakh crore during the period of 9 months from April to December 2018? 1) 58 % 2) 112 % 3) 76 % 4) 137 % 5) None of these Answer - 2) 112 % Explanation: India’s fiscal deficit has touched 112% of the FY19 Budget target of Rs. 6.24 lakh crore during the period of 9 months from April to December 2018. The data was presented by the Controller General of Accountant (CGA) which manifested that fiscal deficit of previous fiscal was 13.6%. Fiscal deficit was at 7 lakh crores during this financial year. This is 112.4% of the Budget estimates for FY19, while for exact figures, it was 113.6% for 2017-2018. Fiscal Deficit is the gap between income and expenditure of the government.

15) Government has stated that India’s export may slow down to ____ % in 2018-19 from earlier growth rate of 9.8% of 2017-18 due to poor growth of traditional exports like gems and jewelry, marine, farm and engineering? 1) 7.3 % 2) 7.5 % 3) 7.1 % 4) 7.6 % 5) None of these Answer - 1) 7.3 % Explanation: As per a statement released by Government, India’s export may slow down to 7.3% in 2018-19 from earlier growth rate of 9.8% of 2017-18 due to poor growth of traditional exports like gems and jewelry, marine, farm and engineering. On 5th February 2019, a meeting was held to discuss the problems being

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faces exporters and to examine the ways by which India’s growth rate may reach up to $ 325 billion by March 2019. The Liquidity Crunch and Global factors are also responsible for the slow export growth.

16) According to the Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan,Which Country became the Second largest importer of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)? 1)India 2)United States 3)China 4)Japan 5)None of these Answer - 1)India Explanation: As per Oil Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, India has become the second largest importer of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) after China due to rising demands of cleaner alternatives to the traditional cooking fuels like firewood and cow dung.India surpassed Japan as the imports of LPG grew 12.5% over the last 5 years to 12 million metric tons.

17) Invest India and which Organisation signed MoU to promote foreign investments? 1) Institute of Chartered Accountant of India (ICAI) 2) Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) 3) India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) 4) Institute of Wood Science and Technology 5) None of these Answer - 1) Institute of Chartered Accountant of India (ICAI) Explanation: On 6th February 2019, Invest India and the Institute of Chartered Accountant of India (ICAI) signed a MoU to promote foreign investments in India and Indian investments abroad. It was signed by ICAI President Naveen N D Gupta and Invest India MD and CEO Deepak Bagla. It Objective is to promote India as an Investment friendly destination and provide necessary guidance and advice to the potential investors within and outside India.

18) What is the name of the digital skilling program launched by Facebook to empower women? 1) GOAL(Going Online As Leaders) 2) Go Digital 3) Gigital India for girls 4) Digital Empowerment 5) None of these Answer - 1) GOAL(Going Online As Leaders) Explanation: Focussing on its mission to empower women, social networking giant Facebook on launched a digital skilling and mentorship initiative named GOAL (Going Online As Leaders) across five states in India that would encourage tribal girls to become village-level digital young leaders for their communities.

19) At what Percent the growth rate of Himachal Pradesh is projected by Economic Survey Report for 2018-19? 1) 7.1% 2) 7.2% 3) 7.3% 4) 7.4% 5) None of these Answer - 3) 7.3%

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Explanation: Economic Survey Report for 2018-19 has projected the growth rate in Himachal Pradesh to be around 7.3% for the current financial year, 2018-19, while the per capita income is estimated at Rs 1,76,968. Economic growth was 6.5% in the last fiscal, highest in last 3 years.Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) in current fiscal has increased to Rs 1,36,542 crore and estimated to be about Rs 1,51,835 crore in 2018-19.

20) What is the new GST Recommended by Government Panel for under-construction residential properties? 1) 5% 2) 8% 3)12% 4) 15% 5) 28% Answer - 1) 5% Explanation: On 9th February 2019, Government panel recommended lowering GST on under-construction residential properties to 5%. The GST rate for under-construction flats earlier was 12%.The Group of Ministers headed by Nithin Patel was formed to analyse tax rates and issues or challenges being faced by the real estate sector under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.The seven member ministerial panel also favoured lowering GST on affordable housing from 8% earlier to 3%.The move will give relief to homebuyers as the tax rate had lowered sharply with no input tax credit. Any cut in GST should reduce the adverse impact on the land abatement rate also.

21) Name the Think tank/Ministry which had Signed the Statement of Intent (SoI) with MSDF to improve learning outcomes in public school education? 1) Ministry of Women and Child Development 2) Ministry of Human Resource Development 3) NITI Aayog 4) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment 5) None of these Answer - 3) NITI Aayog Explanation: A Statement of Intent (SoI) was signed between the NITI Aayog and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation (MSDF) to codify, document and share best practices to improve learning outcomes in public school education through systematic reforms, based on their collective experiences of working with various State Governments. The SoI was signed by Alok Kumar, Adviser (HRD) of NITI Aayog and Barun Mohanty, MD (International) of MSDF

22) India signed a deal with which Country to procure 72,400 Sig Sauer Assault Rifles worth around Rs.700 Crore? 1) US 2) Russia 3) Japan 4) Thailand 5) None of these Answer - 1) US Explanation: The Indian Government has signed a deal with the US under Fast Track Procurement (FTP) to avail the Indian Army with 72,400 new ‘Sig Sauer Assault Rifles’ which will overhaul the army’s inventory of frontline rifles. These Sig Sauer Assault rifles are 7.62*51 mm which are compact, robust, advance in technology and easy to maintain in field conditions.These new rifles will come at a cost of around Rs. 700 120 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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Crore and will be used by the army troops deployed along the 3,600 km China’s border.As the contract is made under Fast-Track Procurement (FTP), the assault rifles will be made and supplied within a year. Out of 72,400 rifles, around 66,000 are for the Indian Army and rest 2000 for Indian Navy and 4000 for the Indian Air Force.

23) Which organization launched its UPI recently in India to facilitate secure payments and financial transactions on its platform? 1) Amazon-Amazon Pay Unified Payment Interface (UPI) 2) Flipkart-Flipkart Pay Unified Payment Interface (UPI) 3) Jio-Jio Pay Unified Payment Interface (UPI) 4) Snapdeal-Snapdeal Pay Unified Payment Interface (UPI) 5) None of these Answer - 1) Amazon-Amazon Pay Unified Payment Interface (UPI) Explanation: On 14th February 2019, Amazon in partnership launched ‘Amazon Pay Unified Payment Interface (UPI)’ to facilitate secure payments and financial transactions on its platform.Transactions held on Amazon is secured through mobile verification as well as with UPI pin. Customers can link their bank account with UPI pin.

24) Amazon in partnership with which Bank launched ‘Amazon Pay Unified Payment Interface (UPI)’? 1) Bank of India 2) HDFC Bank 3) Axis Bank 4) State Bank of India(SBI) 5) None of these Answer - 3) Axis Bank Explanation: On 14th February 2019, Amazon in partnership with Axis Bank launched ‘Amazon Pay Unified Payment Interface (UPI)’ to facilitate secure payments and financial transactions on its platform. Amazon Pay UPI will be exclusively for Android users where every customer will be able to use their Amazon Pay UPI ID to shop on Amazon.in, make payments including recharges and bill payments without entering bank credentials. It will help Amazon customers in adopting BHIM UPI as a digital payment method, there by helping the Indian government’s Initiative of ‘Cashless India’.

25) Tata Consultancy Services entered into partnership with ______to equip 1.72 crore people with digital skills? 1) World Economic Forum(WEF) 2) Skill India 3) International Labour Organization 4) Digital India 5) None of these Answer - 1) World Economic Forum(WEF) Explanation: Tata Consultancy Services on Thursday announced significant momentum in its partnership with the World Economic Forum and the Closing the Skills Gap coalition. Launched in 2017 with the goal of re- skilling or up-skilling one crore people in the global workforce by 2020, the initiative has secured pledges from leading international businesses to re-train 1.72 crore people, of which 64 lakh have already been trained.

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26) First Indian Wealth management company, Edelweiss signed MoU with which of the following bank to access each other product platforms? 1) Asian Development Bank 2) Bank of Singapore 3) Bank of America 4) World Bank 5) None of these Answer - 2) Bank of Singapore Explanation: On 14th February 2019, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between Edelweiss and Bank of Singapore in order to form a strategic partnership. The MoU will provide an opportunity to clients of both entities to access each other product platforms.Edelweiss became the first Indian Wealth management company to sign an MoU with offshore private bank (Bank of Singapore).Bank of Singapore has signed similar MoU with financial companies from Switzerland and Japan.

27) Name the Country,whose Custom duty on all its imported products are hiked to 200% by India recently? 1) China 2) Pakistan 3) Russia 4) Srilanka 5) None of these Answer - 2) Pakistan Explanation: On 16th February, 2019, India with immediate effect has boosted the Customs Duty on all the goods imported from Pakistan to 200% followed by the day after India repealed Most Famous Nation (MFN) status from Pakistan.This punitory move followed by the Pulwana Terrorist attack on 14th February, 2019 that led to the death of 42 CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force). This step is likely to strike Pakistan’s exports to India which were $381 million in the April-Nov period and for overall FY18, it was $489 million. This 200% tariff rate is higher than average bound rate of 113.5% for agriculture products and 34.6% for non-agriculture products.

28) Non Performing Assets(NPAs) of which of the following scheme stood at Rs 7,277 crore in all PSBs(Public Sector Banks) by the end of March 2018? 1) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana 2) Kisan Vikas Patra 3) Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) 4) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana 5) None of these Answer - 3) Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) Explanation: The Parliament was informed by the government on Tuesday that loans by PSBs(Public Sector Banks) amounting to Rs 7,277.31crore under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) had turned into non- performing assets(NPAs) by the end of March 2018.In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Finance Shiv Pratap Shukla stated that loans issued under PMMY by all member lending institutions (MLIs) amounted to Rs 5.71 lakh crore, since the beginning of the scheme until March 2018. Loans under PMMY can be covered under Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU). “As on 01.02.2019, over 15.73 crore loans amounting to Rs 7.59 lakh crore have been extended by MLIs under PMMY, since inception of the scheme. Almost 73 per cent of the loans under PMMY have been extended to women borrowers,” Shukla .

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29) Reserve Bank of India (RBI),decided to transfer how much crore as interim dividend to the Government of India in the current Financial Year (FY) 2018-19? 1) Rs. 30,000 crore 2) Rs. 28,000 crore 3) Rs. 25,000 crore 4) Rs. 35,000 crore 5) None of these Answer - 2) Rs. 28,000 crore Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to transfer Rs. 28,000 crore as interim dividend to the Government of India in the current Financial Year (FY) 2018-19, in order to enable the Centre to meet its revised fiscal deficit target of 3.4% of the GDP for FY19.It is the 2nd successive year that RBI has transferred an interim surplus to the Government. In FY 2017 – 18, RBI handed out an interim dividend of Rs 10,000 crore in March 2018 and in August 2018, it transferred Rs 40,000 crore taking the total dividend pay-out to Rs 50,000 crore. The accounting year of RBI is from July to June. With the Rs 40,000 crore dividend for FY 2017-18, the Centre has earned a total of Rs 68,000 crore as dividend for the 2018- 19 fiscal. The RBI Act, 1934 requires RBI to pay the Government its surplus after making provisions for bad and doubtful debts, depreciation in assets and contribution to staff and superannuation.

30) Which company becomes the first Indian state refiner to buy U.S. crude oil worth USD 1.5 billion for 60,000 barrels a day from April 2019 to March 2020? 1) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited 2) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited 3) Indian Oil Corporation Limited 4) Reliance Industries Limited 5) None of these Answer - 3) Indian Oil Corporation Limited Explanation: Indian Oil Corporation(IOC), has signed its very first annual deal to buy U.S. crude oil, paying USD 1.5 billion for 60,000 barrels a day beginning April 2019 to March 2020 to diversify its crude sources.IOCL is the first Indian state refiner to buy U.S. oil under an annual contract, in a deal that will also help boost trade between New Delhi and Washington.

31) As per Ministry of Commerce and Industry's new norms, after how many years of incorporation, a startup will recognise as an entity, from earlier 7 years under the Income Tax Act, 1961? 1)10 years 2) 8 years 3) 9 years 4) 12 years 5) None of these Answer - 1) 10 years Explanation: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry in an attempt to provide relief to and boost investments into start-ups in India, has decided to simplify the process for them to get exemptions under the Income Tax Act, 1961.It will now recognize an entity as a start-up up to 10 years from the date of its incorporation or registration instead of the existing duration of 7 years. It will also recognize an entity as a start-up if its turnover for any of the financial years since its incorporation or registration does not exceed Rs 100 crore unlike the previous amount of Rs 25 crore.Under Section 56 (2) (viib) of Income Tax Act, a start-up will be eligible for exemption if it is a private limited company recognised by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). This section was introduced in 2012 as an anti-abuse

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measure,and is dubbed as ‘Angel tax’ due to its impact on investments made by angel investors in start- up ventures.

32) Which organisation had received a order to produce 114 ‘Dhanush’ Artillery Guns,first long- range artillery gun indigenously developed in India? 1) Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) 2) Ashok Leyland Defence Systems (ALDS) 3) Continental Defence Solutions Private Limited (CoDSo) 4) Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (Reliance Group) 5) None of these Answer - 1) Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) Explanation: A clearance for bulk production of 114 ‘Dhanush’ artillery guns has been received by the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB).It is the first long-range artillery gun to be produced in India.It portrays the success story of the ‘Make in India’ initiative.It has an inertial navigation-based sighting system, auto-laying facility, on-board ballistic computation and an advanced day and night direct firing system. Its self- propulsion unit allows it to negotiate and deploy itself in mountainous terrains with ease.

33) Foreign direct investment (FDI) into India fell by how much percent to USD 33.49 billion during April-December 2018-19? 1) 5% 2) 6% 3) 7% 4) 8% 5) None of these Answer - 3) 7% Explanation: According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Foreign direct investment (FDI) into India fell by 7% to USD 33.49 billion during April-December in the current fiscal as Foreign Fund Inflows during this period stood at USD 35.94 billion. The key sectors that received the maximum foreign investment during the period are: • Services (USD 5.91 billion), • Computer software and hardware (USD 4.75 billion) • Telecommunications (USD 2.29 billion) • Trading (USD 2.33 billion) • Chemicals (USD 6.05 billion) • Automobile industry (USD 1.81 billion) Singapore was the largest source of FDI during this period USD 12.97 billion inflow, followed by Mauritius (USD 6 billion), the Netherlands (USD 2.95 billion), Japan (USD 2.21 billion), US (USD 2.34 billion), and the UK (USD 1.05 billion).

34) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited(HAL) places order with which of the following company for supplying 2.75-inch rocket launchers to equip Indian armed forces? 1) Thales 2) Lockheed Martin 3) Boeing 4) Rolls-Royce 5) None of these Answer - 1) Thales Explanation: HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited) has signed a contract with Thales, a French aerospace and defence company,for supplying “135 2.75-inch (70-mm) rocket launchers, to improve the tactical capabilities of

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the Indian armed forces.The contract states that each of the Indian Army and Air Force’s multi-role attack helicopters (18Advanced Light Helicopters and 15 Light Combat Helicopters) will equipped with four 2.75-inch (70-mm) 12-tube rocket launchers. These rocket launchers can be used on both light and combat helicopters.These rocket launchers are manufactured using a composite material which makes them 50 per cent lighter than metal launchers and reduces the possibility of corrosion.

35) Which of the following is the only Indian company to make it to ‘50 Most Innovative Companies’ list? 1) Jio Saavn 2) TCS 3) Wipro 4) Infosys 5) None of these Answer - 1) Jio Saavn Explanation: Jio Saavn– an India-based global audio and music that it scored the 1st rank among Indian companies and 28th rank globally in the 2019 list of “50 Most Innovative Companies”. Jio Saavn is the only Indian company to have made into the list.The other domestic companies that ranked top on the India list of “Most Innovative Companies” are OYO rooms, biodegradable sanitary pad manufacturers Sathi and app based can service Ola.In accordance with the list published by US-based business publication Fast Company.

36) Which of the following department released the draft e-commerce policy titled “Draft National e-Commerce Policy India’s Data for India’s Development”? 1) Department of Public Enterprises 2) Department of Economic Affairs 3) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) 4) Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion 5) None of these Answer - 3) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Explanation: The Government of India released a new 41-page draft National E-Commerce Policy that provides setting up a legal and technological framework for restrictions on cross-border data flow and also laid out conditions for businesses regarding collection or processing of sensitive data locally and storing it abroad.Title of draft e-commerce policy is “Draft National e-Commerce PolicyIndia’s Data for India’s Development”.It has been released by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The framework would be created to provide the basis for imposing restrictions on cross-border data flow from specified sources including data collected by Internet of Things (IoT) devices installed in public space, and data generated by users in India by various sources, including e-commerce platforms, social media, search engines.

37) Which country bought Indian raw sugar for the first time in five years? 1) Japan 2) Russia 3) Iran 4) Bangladesh 5) None of these Answer - 3) Iran Explanation: For the first time in 5 years, Indian traders will export raw sugar to Iran. It’ll be exported in March and April. The delivery is happening after so many years owing to Iran’s struggles to secure food supplies due to sanctions imposed by the United States.The sanctions state that Iran isn’t permitted to be a part of the

Current Affairs Q&A PDF global financial system and can’t use US dollars for payments involving its oil sales.Trading houses have contracted to export 1,50,000 tonnes of raw sugar for shipments arriving in March and April at $305 to $310 per tonne on a free-on-board basis.

38) A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and which of the following organization for the development of infrastructure for fuels, lubricating oil, LPG and Natural Gas? 1) Hindustan Petroleaum Corp. Ltd (HPCL) 2) Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation 3) Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd 4) Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) 5) None of these Answer - 4) Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Explanation: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for development of infrastructure for fuels, lubricating oil, LPG, Natural Gas and any other related fuel and gas for meeting the requirement of National Waterways. Under the MoU, both the organisations jointly conduct techno-economic feasibility studies for preparation of detailed land requirement, storage facilities and other supporting infrastructure with details of the cost.IWAI will provide inputs and information pertaining to National Waterways and its terminals with IOCL for implementing projects. It will also provide land to IOCL on long term lease basis for developing facilities at existing terminals within the approved guidelines of land lease policy of the Government.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

1) Which Brigade received the best marching contingent trophy of the Republic Day parade, on 26th January 2019? 1) CRPF Brigade 2) Gorkha Brigade 3) BSF Brigade 4) ICG Brigade 5) None of these Answer - 2) Gorkha Brigade Explanation: On January 30, 2019, Gorkha Brigade received the best marching contingent trophy of the Republic Day parade whereas ,The CRPF won the best marching contingent prize for the para-military forces. In the category of tableaux ,Tripura ‘s tableau depicted Gandhian way of fuelling rural economy and won the first prize whereas Jammu and Kashmir’s tableau depicted the state’s composite culture and ethnic diversity won the second place and Punjab’s tableau which represented the theme of Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 1919, which evoked memories of Independence struggle received the third prize.

2) Who was conferred with Award of Appreciation by Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare, for his contribution to the Global Public Healthcare sector in New Delhi, on 30th January 2019? 1) Samar Pant 2) Rajiv Nath 3) Satyabatra Das 4) Amar Munshi 5) None of these 126 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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Answer - 2) Rajiv Nath Explanation: On January 30,2019, Rajiv Nath was conferred with prestigious Award of Appreciation by Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Honourable Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare for his contribution to the Global Public Healthcare sector in New Delhi. Rajiv Nath was honoured for his valuable, remarkable and outstanding achievements in the field of healthcare & community services for affordable MedTech access & patients safety initiatives. Rajiv Nath has also been appointed as the Member on Board of National Medical Devices Promotion Council by Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) to boost the Indian Medical Devices Sector and lead India to an export driven market in the Medical Devices sector.

3) Name the author whose debut book “No Friends But the Mountains” won both the 25,000 dollars non-fiction prize at the Victorian premier’s literary awards and the 100,000 dollars Victorian prize for literature, in Australia, on 31st January 2019? 1) Sofija Stefanovic 2) Behrouz Boochani 3) Chloe Hooper 4) Maria Tumarki 5) None of these Answer - 2) Behrouz Boochani Explanation: On January 31,2019 , Manus Island ’s refugee Behrouz Boochani ’s debut book “No Friends But the Mountains” won both the 25,000 dollars non-fiction prize at the Victorian premier’s literary awards and the 100,000 dollars Victorian prize for literature , in Australia. The writer was an asylum seeker who was on Manus Island in Papua New Guinea for almost six years and was denied to Australia.

4) Which company received the Aegis Graham Bell Award 2019 under Innovation in Data Science, in Panaji, Goa, on 4th February 2019? 1) Ubisoft Technologies 2) Uniphore Software Systems 3) BlueChip Technological Solutions 4) Cando Automation 5) None of these Answer - 2) Uniphore Software Systems Explanation: On February 4, 2019, 9th edition of Aegis Graham Bell Award was held in Panaji Goa. Uniphore Software Systems received the Aegis Graham Bell Award under Innovation in Data Science for its flagship product auMina.

5) Name the Manipuri filmmaker who returned his Padma Shri award, which he received in 2006, as a mark of protest against Modi government’s Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Anjan Joshi 2) Rishad Gogoi 3) Aribam Shyam Sharma 4) Mithil Labam Seth 5) None of these Answer - 3) Aribam Shyam Sharma

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Explanation: On 3rd February 2019, Noted Manipuri filmmaker Aribam Shyam Sharma returned his Padma Shri award, which he received in 2006, as a mark of protest against Modi government’s Citizenship (Amendment) Bill. He stated that the Bill, is a threat to the small state like Manipur which has a population less than a district of Uttar Pradesh.

6) Name the former Secretary of Government of India who was entitled with K.Veeramani Award for Social Justice 2018 in New Delhi, on 4th February 2019? 1) V. P. Singh 2) Akshath Singh 3) P.S. Krishnan 4) Pritham Tanmoy 5) None of these Answer - 3) P.S. Krishnan Explanation: On February 4,2019, P.S. Krishnan, former Secretary of Government of India,was entitled with K.Veeramani Award for Social Justice 2018 in New Delhi. Mr.V.P.Singh, former Prime Minister of India, was the first recipient of the K veeramani award. Social Exclusion and Justice in India, Empowering Dalits for Empowering India: A Road-map are some of books written by P S Krishnan.

7) Name State Bank of India’s UK chief who was honoured with the ‘Freedom of the City Of London’ by city of London Corporation, on 6th February 2019? 1) Sanjiv Chadha 2) Shadja Chaudhary 3) Sriram Kirshnan 4) Samuel Paulson 5) None of these Answer - 1) Sanjiv Chadha Explanation: On 6th February 2019, the State Bank of India’s Uk chief Shri Sanjiv Chadha has been honoured with the ‘Freedom of the City Of London’ by city of London Corporation. Sanjiv Chadha was nominated for the honour by Lord Mayor of London Peter Estlin and Sheriff Vincent Keaveny. Sanjiv Chadha took up the position in 2014 and he will be succeeded by Sharad Chandak.

8) ____ was named a winner under the ‘miniratna’ category by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, for promotion of SC/ST entrepreneurs, on 5th February 2019? 1) National Health Portal (NHP) 2) National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) 3) National Informatics Centre (NIC) 4) National Agricultural Market (NAM) 5) None of these Answer - 2) National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) Explanation: On February 5,2019,National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) has been named a winner under the ‘miniratna’ category by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. It is felicitated for their exemplary work towards promotion of SC/ST entrepreneurs.

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9) Who was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2017 under the category ‘Hindustani Vocal Music’, by President Ram Nath, on 6th February 2019? 1) Lalith J. Rao 2) Yogesh Samsi 3) Rajendra Prasanna 4) Rajendra Prasanna 5) None of these Answer – 1) Lalith J. Rao Explanation: On February 6 2019,Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards for 2017 was presented by President Ram Nath Kovind to 42 artists in a ceremony held in New Delhi. Lalith J. Rao was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2017 under the category ‘Hindustani Vocal Music’.

10) Which dancer was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2017 under the category ‘Kathak’, on 6thFebruary 2019? 1) Rama Vaidyanathan 2) Shobha Koser 3) L.N. Oinam Ongbi Dhoni Devi 4) Deepika Reddy 5) None of these Answer - 2) Shobha Koser Explanation: On February 6 2019,Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards for 2017 was presented by President Ram Nath Kovind to 42 artists in a ceremony held in New Delhi. Shobha Koser was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2017 under the category ‘Kathak’.

11) Name the Indian who will be felicitated with the Lifetime Achievement Award, at the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year Award (WEOY) in Monte Carlo held from 5 – 9 June 2019? 1) Shiv Nadar 2) Narayanamoorthy 3) Azim Premji 4) Kiran Mazumdar 5) None of these Answer - 3) Azim Premji Explanation: On February 4,2019,EY, the global professional services organisation, released a list of 16 country’s

The national winner will represent India at the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year Award (WEOY) in Monte‘most exceptional’ Carlo from entrepreneurs5 – 9 June 2019. as finalistsAzim Premji, for the Chairman ’20th Entrepreneur of Wipro Ltdof thewill Year be felicitatedIndia 2018′ with award. the Lifetime Achievement Award.

12) Who was conferred with the Legion d’Honneur, the highest civilian award of France, in recognition of his work for specially-abled children in Howrah? 1) Azim Premji 2) Father Francois Laborde 3) Marie-Louise Gagneur 4) Joseph Robert Tetrault 5)None of these Answer - 2) Father Francois Laborde

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Explanation: Father Francois Laborde, a 92-year-old priest, was conferred with the Legion d’Honneur, the highest civilian award of France, in recognition of his work for specially-abled children in Howrah.He was entitled by the French Ambassador to India, Alexandre Ziegler.Father Francois Laborde,French-origin with indian citizenship,is considered to be the third person from the state to be entitled with the Legion of Honor after film maestro Satyajit Ray and actor Soumitra Chatterjee.

13) Which Organisation won the Aegis Graham Bell Award 2018 for ‘Innovation in Data Science’? 1) Yes Bank 2) Indian Institute of Science 3) Indian Space Research Organisation 4) National Aeronautics and Space Administration 5) None of these Answer - 1)Yes Bank Explanation: On Feb. 1 2019, Aegis Graham Bell Award 2018 announced Yes Bank as winner in ‘Innovation in Data Science’ category for their industry-first project ‘Yes EEE (Engage Enrich Excel)’ at Panaji, Goa. It was hosted by the Government of Goa.

14) Late Lance Naik Wani was conferred with ______award by Ranbir Singh while Presenting Gallantry and Distinguished Service Awards to army officers? 1) Vir Chakra 2) Kirti Chakra 3) Shaurya Chakra 4) Bar to Sena Medal 5) None of these Answer - 4) Bar to Sena Medal Explanation: Lieutenant General Ranbir Singh, GOC-in-C (General Officer Commanding), Northern Command, presented Gallantry and Distinguished Service Awards to army officers, other ranks and next of kin (for posthumous awards).The army commander presented 1 Bar to Sena Medal (Gallantry), 76 Sena Medals (Gallantry), 7 Sena Medals (Distinguished)and 8 Vishist Seva Medals.Lance Naik Wani was conferred with the Bar to Sena Medal (Gallantry), received by his wife on his behalf.The brave soldier had sacrificed his life while combating terrorists at Batagund Village in Jammu & Kashmir in November 2018. 20 units were also awarded for their overall outstanding performance in the Command Theatre in the year 2018.

15) Who was conferred with Lifetime Achievement Award by the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television? 1) Deepa Mehta 2) Amitabh Bachchan 3) Steven Spielberg 4) Stanley Kubrick 5) None of these Answer - 1) Deepa Mehta Explanation: Acclaimed Indo-Canadian filmmaker, Deepa Mehta will be conferred with Lifetime Achievement Award by the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television. This award will be presented in privilege of Deepa’s enormous impact and impression she has had on the essence of Canada’s entertainment industry. Deepa Mehta is best known for her trilogy- “Fire”, “Earth” and “Water”. Deepa Mehta was born in India but she had shifted to Canada in 1973 after her marriage. She is currently engaged on Netflix series “Leila”.

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16) Who topped in the Hurun India Philanthropy list 2018 by donating 437 Crores? 1) Ratan Tata 2) Azim Premji 3) Mukesh Ambani 4) Adi Godrej 5) None of these Answer - 3) Mukesh Ambani Explanation: Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani and also richest person in Asia, topped the Hurun India Philanthropy list with donation amount of 437 crores.Mukesh Ambani is followed by the chairman of the Piramal Group, Ajay Piramal who donated 200 crores.

17) Where was the 61st Annual Grammy Awards Ceremony held? 1) Washington D.C,USA 2) London,U.K 3) Beijing ,China 4) Los Angeles, USA 5) None of these Asnwer - 4) Los Angeles, USA Explanation : On 10th February 2019, The 61st Annual Grammy Awards Ceremony to recognize the best recording, compositions and artists of the eligibility year (1st October 2017 to 30th September 2018) was held at Staples Center in Los Angeles, USA. This year’s Grammy Awards was hosted by singer-songwriter, Alicia Keys.

18) Who was Conferred with the MusiCares Person of the Year 2019? 1) St. Vincent 2) Dolly Parton 3) Dua Lipa 4) Drake 5) None of these Answer - 2) Dolly Parton Explanation: On 8th February 2019, Dolly Parton was conferred with the ”MusiCares Person of the Year”.

19) For the first time in Grammy Awards History,which rap song won both the Song of the year and Record of the year 2019? 1) God’s Plan 2) Masseducation 3) Space Cowboy 4) This is America 5) None of these Answer - 4) This is America Explanation: For the first time both “Song of the Year” and “Record of the year” was awarded to a rap song, “This is America”.

20) Which City host the 72nd British Academy of Film and Television Arts(BAFTA) Awards? 1) Los Angeles, USA 2) London,U.K 3) Paris,France

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4) Beijing,China 5) None of these Answer - 2) London,U.K Explanation : 72nd British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards ceremony, popularly referred to as BAFTA Awards 2018 was held on 10th February 2019 in London, United Kingdom. The ceremony was hosted by English actress Joanna Lumley.

21) Which film won the Best Film in the 72nd British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards? 1) Spiderman : into the Spider-verse 2) The Favourite 3) 73 Cows 4) Roma 5) None of these Answer - 4) Roma Explanation: Netflix drama ‘Roma’ won the best film prize along with director, Alfonso Cuaron and co-stars Olivia Colman and Rachel Weisz won in their respective categories.

22) Which Film won the most number of awards in the 72nd British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards? 1) The Favourite 2) 73 Cows 3) Spiderman : into the Spider-verse 4) Black Panther 5) None of these Answer - 1) The Favourite Explanation: With seven BAFTAs, The Favourite by the director Yorgos Lanthimos emerged as the top winner on the awards night. BAFTA 2019 Winners list Category Winner Best Actress Olivia Colman (The Favourite) Best Supporting Actress Rachel Weisz (The Favourite) Outstanding British Film The Favourite Best Costume Design The Favourite Best Makeup and Hair The Favourite Best Production Design The Favourite Best Original Screen Play The Favourite

23) Name the Indian Historian,who won the Israel’s prestigious Dan David Prize in the category ‘Past time dimension’? 1) Sanjay Subrahmanyam 2) Bert Vogelstein 3) Baroness Mary Warnock 4) Simon Schaffer 5) None of these Answer - 1) Sanjay Subrahmanyam Explanation: Indian Historian Sanjay Subrahmanyam won Israel’s prestigious Dan David Prize in the category ‘Past time dimension’ for his work in macro history.Subrahmanyam won the prize for his work on ‘Inter-cultural encounters between Asians, Europeans and people of North and South America 132 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

Current Affairs Q&A PDF during the early modern era’. He shared the USD 1 million award in the ‘Past time dimension’ category with Prof Kenneth Pomeranzof the University of Chicago.

24) Under which Article of the Constitution, the Minister of State for Home notified that National Awards, such as Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri cannot be entitled as titles? 1) Article 18(1) 2) Article 17(1) 3) Article 16(1) 4) Article 15(1) 5) None of these Answer - 1) Article 18(1) Explanation: On 12th Feb. 19, replying to a written question in Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Home Shri Hansrah Gangaram Ahir said that National Awards, such as Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushanand Padma Shri do no amount to titles within the meaning of Article 18(1) of the Constitution and hence, cannot be used as prefixes or suffixes to the name of the recipient. In case of any misuse, the defaulter shall forfeit the award conferred on him/her as per the Regulation 10 related to creation of awards, which says that the president may cancel or annul the awards, after which the name of the awardee would be erased from the records and he would have to surrender it. India’s highest civilian award,Bharat Ratna, has been awarded to 38 personalities since 1995.307 people have been awarded Padma Bhushan whereas, 1,225 Padma Bhushan and 3,005 Padma Shri. Article 18 of the Indian Constitution, one of the Fundamental Rights, deals with ‘Abolition of Titles’. Article 18(1) says “No title, not being a military or academic distinction, shall be conferred by the State.”

25) Who was conferred with the EY Entrepreneur of the year 2018 award? 1) Ritesh Agarwal 2) Siddhartha Lal 3) Azim Premji 4) Byju Raveendran 5) None of these Answer - 2) Siddhartha Lal Explanation: Siddhartha Lal, MD & CEO of Eicher Motors has won the EY Entrepreneur of the year 2018 after transforming Eicher Motors and helping the company resurrect the Royal Enfield motorcycle brand in India and making it a global brand icon. Azim Premji, chairman of Wipro won the Lifetime Achievement Award for putting the Indian Information Technology industry in the global market and his notable contribution to society as a philanthropist.

26) Who was the youngest Player to receive the Allan Border medal(cricketer of the year award) in Australian Cricket Awards 2019 held in Melbourne? 1) Glenn Maxwell 2) Nathan Lyon 3) Dean Jones 4) Pat Cummins 5) None of these Answer - 4) Pat Cummins Explanation: On 11th February 2019, off-spinner Nathan Lyon named Test player of the year at Australian Cricket Awards 2019 held in Melbourne, Australia. Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis won T20I and ODI Player of the year respectively. Nathan Lyon is only the second specialist bowler to bag the Test honour in the last decade. The first was fast bowler Mitchell Starc who won the honour in 2017.It is the second T20I

Current Affairs Q&A PDF honour in the career of Glenn Maxwell. He won the honour of the first time in 2015. The inaugural women’s T20I Player of the year by Alyssa Healy.Former Batsman Dean Jones, Billy Murdoch and fast bowler Cathryn Fitzpatrick inducted into Australian Cricket hall of fame. Mathew wade bagged Domestic player of the year award.Pacer Pat Cummins won Allan Border medal for the cricketer of the year. He is the youngest Player since Steve Smith to get this award.

27) Which organization was conferred an award under Miniratna Category by Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)? 1) National Institute for micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (NIMSME) 2) National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC) 3) National Small Industries Corporation Limited (NSIC) 4) Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Rural Industrailisation (MGIRI) 5) None of these Answer - 2) National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC) Explanation: National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC) was announced as the winner under the Miniratna Category by Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in its campaign to felicitate CPSEs in recognition for their work in promoting SC/ST entrepreneurs. NFDC has funded over 300 films in various Indian languages which have been widely acclaimed and have won many national and international awards

28) Who won the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)’s ‘Oscat’ award for his/her movie A Star is Born? 1) Sonam Kapoor 2) Bradley Cooper 3) Amitabh Bachchan 4) Anushka Sharma 5) None of these Answer - 2) Bradley Cooper Explanation: People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) awarded actor-director Bradley Cooper ‘Oscat’ award for casting his own dog, rather than one supplied by animal exhibitors, in his movie A Star is Born. A Star is Born has received 8 Oscar nominations including best actor for Bradley Cooper and best actress for Lady Gaga.

29) Which City topped and won the Swachhata Excellence Awards 2019? 1) Alappuzha of Kerala 2) Ambikapur of Chhattisgarh 3) Kumbakonam of Tamil Nadu 4) Raigarh of Chhattisgarh 5) None of these Answer - 4) Raigarh of Chhattisgarh Explanation: Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) cities and municipal corporations of Raigarh (1st prize), Ambikapur (2nd prize) and Kumbakonam (3rd prize) won the top Swachhata Excellence Awards 2019. The prizes were awarded by Shri Durga Shanker Mishra, Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) at the Shehri Samridhi Utsav, an initiative organized by MoHUA in New Delhi.

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30) Who won the Female Player of the Year in International Hockey Federation’s (FIH) Players of the Year for 2018? 1) Caroline Ouellette 2) Eva de Goede 3) Meghan Duggan 4) Hilary Knight 5) None of these Answer - 2) Eva de Goede Explanation: Eva de Goede, 29, was named the Female Player of the Year in the International Hockey Federation’s Players of the Year for 2018 on 14th February 2019.

31) Arthur van Doren won the Male Player of the Year in the International Hockey Federation’s Players of the Year for 2018.He belongs to which country? 1) Australia 2) Iceland 3) Belgium 4) Netherland 5) None of these Answer - 3) Belgium Explanation: Arthur van Doren, 24, won the Male Player of the Year award for the second year in a row. He was one of four Belgian winners in the FIH Hockey Stars Awards for 2018.Last year, van Doren won both the Player and Rising Star of the Year Awards.

32) Who won the Martin Ennals Award 2019,International human rights prize in Geneva Switzerland? 1) Abdul Cordoba Berrio 2) Abdul Aziz Muhamat 3) Eren Keskin 4) Marino Cordoba Berrio 5) None of these Answer - 2) Abdul Aziz Muhamat Explanation: Sudanese refugee, Abdul Aziz Muhamat, who spent 5 years in Australian detention centre on Manus Island in Papua New Guinea, was given the Martin Ennals Award 2019 in Geneva, Switzerland, for exposing “the very cruel asylum seeker policy of the Australian Government”. He said that his name was stripped off and he was referred to as number- QNK002 and prisoners were fed through a chain- link fence and treated worse than animals.It was the first time that the prize focused on the plight of refugees and awarded to someone who has suffered violations due to the policies of a Western nation.

33) Name the Music legend who was awarded with India's highest civilian award,Bharat Ratna posthumously in the year 2019? 1) Bhupen Hazarika 2) Kishori Amonkar 3) M Balamurali Krishna 4) Annapurna Devi 5) None of these Answer - 1) Bhupen Hazarika Explanation: Tej Hazarika, son of famed Assamese singer-composer Bhupen Hazarika, has said he has been invited by the Indian government to accept the Bharat Ratna on behalf of his late father and it will be his

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"tremendous honour" to receive the country's highest civilian award. The Government of India has graciously extended me an invitation to accept the Bharat Ratna for my father. He sacrificed much and devoted selflessly to the cause of a united and progressive India and now he is being recognized for that with this well-deserved award

34) Who won the Shiv Chhatrapati life-time achievement award for dedicating his life to the traditional sport, Mallakhamb? 1) Pullela Gopichand 2) Shirash Pal Singh 3) Nripjit Singh Bedi 4) Uday Deshpande 5) None of these Answer - 4) Uday Deshpande Explanation: Mallakhamb coach,Uday Deshpande and batswoman,Smriti Mandhana,were awarded the Maharashtra State Government’s Shiv Chhatrapati Award by the State’s Governor C. Vidyasagar Rao at an event held at the Gateway of India, Mumbai. Uday Deshpande was awarded with the Shiv Chhatrapati life-time achievement award for dedicating his life to the traditional sport, Mallakhamb.Shiv Chhatrapati award for players among several others was presented to Smriti Mandhana, opening batswoman of the Indian Women’s Cricket team.

35) Who was conferred with Rabindranath Tagore Award for Cultural Harmony for the year 2014 by President Ram Nath Kovind in NewDelhi? 1) Rajkumar Singhajit Singh 2) Chhayanaut 3) Ram Sutar Vanji 4) Asit Kumar Saha 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rajkumar Singhajit Singh Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind presented the Rabindranath Tagore Award for Cultural Harmony for the year 2014, 2015 and 2016 at the Pravasi Bhartiya Kendra, New Delhi. The awardees were: · Shri Rajkumar Singhajit Singh for the year 2014 · Chhayanaut (a cultural organization of Bangladesh) for the year 2015 · Shri Ram Sutar Vanji for the year for 2016

36) Name the person who became the First woman to climb Kerala’s 1868 metre Agasthyarkoodam peak? 1) Harshini Kanhekar 2) Puja Thakur 3) Bhakti Sharma 4) Dhanya Sanal 5) None of these Answer - 4) Dhanya Sanal Explanation: On 17th February 2019, Bureaucrat Dhanya Sanal K. became the first woman to climb Agasthyarkoodam peak in Kerala. There was an unofficial ban for women to trek the peak which was swept aside by Kerala High Court.Agasthyarkoodam peak is a 1868 metre high mountain peak within Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala. It lies on Kerala and Tamil Nadu border.It is a pilgrimage centre of Hindu Puranas for the devotees of Agasthya. Agasthya is considered as the father of Tamil language and Malayalam language.

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37) Who was awarded with India’s first-ever “Football Ratna” by Football Delhi president Shaji Prabhakaran, former player and administrator in AIFF and FIFA? 1) Cristiano Ronaldo 2) Lionel Messi 3) Gurpreet Singh Sandhu 4) Sunil Chhetri 5) None of these Answer - 4) Sunil Chhetri Explanation: The 34-year-old,Sunil Chhetri, was awarded India’s first-ever “Football Ratna”by Football Delhi president Shaji Prabhakaran, former player and administrator at the All India Football Federation(AIFF) and FIFA(Fédération Internationale de Football Association).Football Delhi is the state association governing the sport in Delhi. He was also named as the 6th Indian Footballer in the elite Padma Shri list.Shubham Sarangi, youth player from Delhi who is currently the player of Delhi Dynamos team for Indian Super League (ISL), was also honoured by Football Delhi on this occasion. He was part of the AIFF Youth Academy for 12 years, and has represented India in Under-14 and Under-17 National Teams.

38) Who won the Sportsman of the Year in Laureus World Sports Awards 2019 at the Laureus Awards Ceremony in Monaco? 1) Lionel Messi 2) Roger Federer 3) Novak Djokovic 4) Rafael Nadal 5) None of these Answer - 3) Novak Djokovic Explanation: The Laureus World Sports Awards 2019 were announced at the Laureus Awards Ceremony in Monaco on 18 February, 2019. Novak Djokovic matched Usain Bolt’s record by being named World Sportsman of the Year for the fourth time. Category Winner Sport Country Sportsman of the Year Novak Djokovic Tennis Serbia Sportswoman of the Year Simone Biles Gymnastics USA Team of the Year France’s Football Football France Team Comeback of the Year Tiger Woods Golf USA Breakthrough of the Year Naomi Osaka Tennis Japan Action Sportsperson of the Chloe Kim Snowboarding USA Year

39) Name the NGO,who won the Sport for Good Award that fight gender discrimination by getting young girls to play football in Laureus Awards Ceremony,Monaco? 1) Norway based NGO - Acumen Fund 2) U S based NGO - Mercy Corps 3) Jharkhand based NGO – Yuwa 4) Switzerland based NGO - CARE International 5) None of these Answer - 3) Jharkhand based NGO – Yuwa Explanation: The Laureus World Sports Awards 2019 were announced at the Laureus Awards Ceremony in Monaco on 18 February, 2019. Yuwa is a Jharkhand based NGO that helps fight gender discrimination by getting young girls to play football.

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Category Winner Sport Country Lifetime Achievement Arsene Wenger Football (Manager) France Award Spirit of Sport Award Lindsey Vonn Skiing USA Exceptional Achievement Eliud Kipchoge Running Kenya Award Sporting Moment of the Xia Boyu Mountain Climbing China Year Sport for Good Award Jharkhand based Football India NGO – Yuwa

40) Who was conferred with the Lifetime Achievement award in 7th National Photography Awards held in New Delhi? 1) Shanth Kumar 2) Arun Sreedhar 3) Ashok Dilwali 4) Mihir Singh 5) None of these Answer - 3) Ashok Dilwali Explanation: On 19th February 2019, Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Information and Broadcasting Minister presented the 7th National Photography Awards in New Delhi.13 people were awarded in total, in different categories. The Professional category was themed as Women led Development, while the Amateur category was themed as Fairs and Festivals of India. Ashok Dilwali- Lifetime achievement award- cash prize of Rs. 3,00,000.

41) Which Organisation topped the global Top Employer for fourth year in a row? 1) Apple 2) Microsoft 3) Google 4) TCS 5) None of these Answer - 4) TCS Explanation: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has been ranked by the Top Employers Institute as global Top Employerfor the fourth year in a row. TCS the only firm among the top 10 IT services brands which has received this certification.TCS has the most employee-friendly workplace policies, good work culture and has done large investments for the skill development of its 4.17 lakh employees globally.It has also been tagged as the number one top employer in four regions- North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East and as a top employer in 29 other nations.TCS provides mentorship to various famous global firms by its Business 4.0 transformation journeys which are a result of the talented and updated workforce.

42) Who was the First Indian Woman,conferred with “Global Future of Nature Award” for her work on marine conservation? 1) Anandi Gopal Joshi 2) Indra Nooyi 3) Anushka Sharma 4) Divya Karnad 5) None of these Answer - 4) Divya Karnad

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Explanation: 33-year-old Ashoka University teacher and Wipro Sustainable Fellow, Divya Karnad became the First Indian Woman to be honoured with the “Global Future of Nature Award” for her work on marine conservation.She is the second Indian to receive this award after Dr. Charudutt Mishra.The award is given to 3 people annually, and this year it was given to Olivier Nsengimana and Fernanda Abra along with Divya Karnad.

43) Which State government conferred with Platinum award in Web Ratna under the category State/UT by Digital India Awards? 1) Kerala 2) Tripura 3) Madhya Pradesh 4) NewDelhi 5) None of these Answer - 2) Tripura Explanation: Category Platinum Gold Silver Open Data Marketing · Department of · Surat Municipal Champion Research and Agriculture, Corporation Information Cooperation & · Department of Network Farmers Welfare Industrial Policy and (AGMARKNET) · Ministry of Promotion Drinking water and Sanitation Web Ratna – STATE Tripura Himachal Pradesh Kerala / UT Web Ratna – District Kurukshetra · Vellore · Koraput · Mahabubnagar · East Champaran

44) Name the Best Mobile App,that won the Gold in the Digital India Awards? 1) eCourts Services 2) Meeseva App 3) ePathshala 4) T App Folio 5) None of these Answer - 3) ePathshala Explanation: Category Platinum Gold Silver Exemplary Online Government e- Central Board of Goods and Services Service Marketplace Secondary Tax Education (CBSE) Best Mobile App eCourts Services ePathshala · T App Folio · Mobile Meeseva App – Andhra Pradesh Emerging Rajkot Eyeway Blockchain Crop Area Estimation Technology Project Implementation in and Loss Assessment Land Records, for the State of Andhra Pradesh Gujarat

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45) Which Organisation won the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award for Women Empowerment? 1) Jindal Steel and Power Ltd (JSPL) 2) Reliance Industries 3) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation 4) Tata Consultancy Services 5) None of these Answer - 1) Jindal Steel and Power Ltd (JSPL) Explanation: Jindal Steel and Power Ltd (JSPL) was conferred with the prestigious ‘FICCI CSR Award‘ for Women Empowerment for its innovative and high impact women empowerment programmes, implemented by the company’s CSR Arm – JSPL Foundation, across its operational areas in India.Director, JSPL and the Co-Chairperson of JSPL Foundation Shallu Jindal received the award from Union Commerce and Industry and Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu in New Delhi.Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards are India’s first CSR award, instituted in 1999 by FICCI.

46) Who was named as the Brand Ambassador of Swasth Immunised India a year-long campaign initiated by Network18 and Serum Institute of India? 1) Raveena Tandon 2) Priyanka Chopra 3) Amitabh Bachchan 4) Kareena Kapoor Khan 5) None of these Answer - 4) Kareena Kapoor Khan Explanation: Bollywood actress, Kareena Kapoor Khan is named as the brand ambassador of Swasth Immunised India, a year-long campaign initiated by Network18 and Serum Institute of India which promotes immunisation of babies under two years of age. The campaign was launched at Mumbai and Adar Poonawalla, President, Vaccine Manufacturers Association of India and CEO, Serum Institute of India (SII), Natasha Poonawalla, Executive Director, SII, and Dr Nitin Shah, section head of pediatrics department at PD Hinduja National Hospital, were present at the event.

47) Name the Organisation,that won the Energy and Environment Foundation Global Clean Awards-2019 for sustained efforts in pursuit of Swachh Bharat Mission? 1) Environmental Protection Training and Research Institute 2) India Innovation Growth Programme 3) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation(ONGC)’s Rajahmundry 4) Department of Environment and Forest of Arunachal Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 3) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation(ONGC)’s Rajahmundry Explanation: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation(ONGC)’s Rajahmundry unit won the Energy and Environment Foundation Global Clean Awards-2019 for sustained efforts in pursuit of Swachh Bharat Mission as envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at a function in New Delhi.It has also received Platinum Award under Apex India Environment Excellence Award 2018 from Apex India Foundation for excellence in environmental management in Petroleum Sector.

48) Who was awarded with Asian Player of the Year 2018 award from the Asian Hockey Federation? 1) Simranjeet Singh 2) Harmanpreet Singh

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3) Akashdeep Singh 4) Manpreet Singh 5) None of these Answer - 2) Harmanpreet Singh Explanation: Harmanpreet Singh was awarded the 2018 Player of the Year award while women’s team striker Lalremsiami as the Rising Player of The Year,by the Asian Hockey Federation. Harmanpreet Singh led the Indian team to an unbeaten streak at the Asian Champions Trophy in Muscat where the team was declared joint winners with Pakistan and also contributed to the team’s silver medal win at the FIH Champions Trophy in Breda.18-year-old Lalremsiami, has shown remarkable progress in the women’s team with her impressive performance as a striker at the 2018 World Cup and the Asian Games where the team won Silver medal and was also a part of the Youth Olympics in Buenos Aires where the under-18 team won a silver.The Indian men’s team was awarded the Best Performance of The Year for being the only Asian side to have reached the top eight at the World Cup in Bhubaneswar.

49) 91st Academy Awards (commonly known as Oscars) held in Dolby Theatre,which is located in ______? 1) Los Angeles, California 2) San Francisco, California 3) New York City,New York 4) Oakland,California 5) None of these Answer - 1) Los Angeles, California Explanation: The 91st Academy Awards (commonly known as Oscars), presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), honored the best films of 2018, on February 24, 2019, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California.

50) Which film won the highest number of awards in the 91st Academy Awards? 1) Black Panther 2) Bohemian Rhapsody 3) Green Book 4) Roma 5) None of these Answer - 2) Bohemian Rhapsody Explanation: Bohemian Rhapsody won the most awards in total with 4, while Roma, Green Book, and Black Panther won 3 awards each.The film won in following categories, Category Winner Best actor Rami Malek – Bohemian Rhapsody Best sound editing John Warhurst and Nina Hartstone – Bohemian Rhapsody Best sound mixing Paul Massey, Tim Cavagin and John Casali – Bohemian Rhapsody Best film editing John Ottman – Bohemian Rhapsody

51) Name the film,which became the first super hero film to win a “Best Original Score” in 91st Academy Awards or Oscar Awards? 1) Aquaman 2) Avengers: Infinity War 141 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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3) Wonder Woman 4) Black Panther 5) None of these Answer - 4) Black Panther Explanation: ”Black Panther” became the first superhero film to win “Best Original Score”. Hannah Beachler and Jay Hart became the first African-Americans to win Oscar in Product Design category for Black Panther.

52) Which of the following,Indian Documentary Film based on mensuration,that won the Oscar in “Best Documentary Short”Film category? 1) Venice 70: Future Reloaded 2) On Yoga the Architecture of Peace 3) Period. End of Sentence 4) An Insignificant Man 5) None of these Answer - 3) Period. End of Sentence Explanation: India-set short film, “Period. End of Sentence.”, a short documentary film based on mensuration won the Oscar for “Best Documentary Short” category. It is directed by Iranian-American film director, Rayka Zehtabchi.

53) Which film won the Oscar in the Best Picture category? 1) Bohemian Rhapsody 2) Green Book 3) Roma 4) First Man 5) None of these Answer - 2) Green Book Explanation: Category Winner Best picture Green Book Best actress Olivia Colman – The Favourite Best actor Rami Malek – Bohemian Rhapsody Best supporting Regina King – If Beale Street Could Talk actress Best supporting Mahershala Ali – Green Book actor Best director Alfonso Cuaron – Roma Best original Nick Vallelonga, Brian Currie and Peter Farrelly – Roma screenplay Best adapted Charlie Wachtel, David Rabinowitz, Kevin Willmott and Spike screenplay Lee – BlacKkKlansman

53)Who will be conferred with 2019’s META Lifetime Achievement Award at the 14th Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META) festival,held in New Delhi? 1) Mahesh Elkunchwar 2) Mulk Raj Anand 3) Jhumpa Lahiri 4) Ruskin Bond 5) None of these Answer - 1) Mahesh Elkunchwar

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Explanation: Mahesh Elkunchwar, an eminent Indian Playwright, has been chosen for 2019’s META Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be conferred upon him at the 14th Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META) festival to be held in New Delhi on 12th March 2019. He is critically-acclaimed and famous for having experimented with a wide range of drama and is considered a powerful force in both Indian and Marathi theatre scene. His 1985 play ‘Wada Chirebandi‘ (Old Stone Mansion) has been staged in Marathi,Hindi and Bengali and also adapted for television.He has written more than 30 plays and essays, like ‘Sultan’, ‘Holi’, ‘Garbo’, ‘Yatanaghar’, and ‘Atmakatha’ and is also a receiver of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship.Previous recipients of the META Lifetime Achievement Award include Vijaya Mehta, Zohra Sehgal, Badal Sarkar,Khaled Chowdhary, Ebrahim Alkazi, Girish Karnard, Heisnam Kanhailal, Ratan Thiyam and Arun Kakade.

54) “Gandhi Peace Prize” for the year 2018 is conferred to ______at Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi? 1) Akshaya Patra Foundation 2) Vivekanand Kendra, Kanyakumari 3) Ekal Abhiyan Trust 4) Yohei Sasakawa 5) None of these Answer - 4) Yohei Sasakawa Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind presented the “Gandhi Peace Prize” for the years 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 at Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Gandhi Peace Prize for Social, Economic and Political transformation through Non-violence was instituted in the year 1995 and comprises of an amount of Rs 1 crore along with a citation.The following are the awardees: · 2015 – Vivekanand Kendra, Kanyakumari · 2016 – Akshaya Patra Foundation and Sulabh International (jointly) · 2017 – Ekal Abhiyan Trust · 2018 – Yohei Sasakawa

55) Who won the 1st position in National Youth Parliament Festival 2019 award,presented by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi? 1) Mirulani from Kerala 2) Mamta Kumari from Bihar 3) Shweta Umre from Maharashtra 4) Anjanakshi M.S from Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 3) Shweta Umre from Maharashtra Explanation: The National Youth Parliament Festival 2019 awards were given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The festival was launched with a theme “Be the Voice of New India” and “Find solutions and contribute to policy” by Sports and youth affairs minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore on January 12 to encourage youth (18-25 years) to enagage with public issues.It was organised by National Service Scheme (NSS) in collaboration with Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.The winners from the national level competition are: 1stposition- Shweta Umre from Maharashtra 2ndposition- Anjanakshi M.S from Karnataka 3rdposition-Mamta Kumari from Bihar.

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56) Name the app launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during National Youth Parliament Festival 2019? 1) Khelo India App 2) MyGov App 3) UMANG App 4) Seva App 5) None of these Answer - 1) Khelo India App Explanation: The “Khelo India” app, which has been developed by Sports Authority of India was also launched at the event. It provides services such as locating the sports facilities in the country, their availability, rules of the games and checking the fitness levels of users.

57) Central Zone Power Distribution Company (CZPDC), Bhopal along with which of the following Distribution Company,honoured with the Saubhagya Award? 1) Damodar Valley Corporation,West Bengal 2) West Zone Power Distribution Company (WZPDC), Indore 3) Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam,Haryana 4) Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation,Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 2) West Zone Power Distribution Company (WZPDC), Indore Explanation: The Central Zone Power Distribution Company (CZPDC), Bhopal and West Zone Power Distribution Company (WZPDC), Indore were conferred with the “Saubhagya Award” under Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana at the National Conference of Energy Ministers by the Union Minister of State for Energy, R.K. Singh.The award includes a cash prize of Rs 100 crore each.The CZPDC Bhopal is the first power distribution company in the India which has provided electricity to more than 7,85,000 houses and the WZPDC, Indore has done it for about 4,00,000 houses.The PM Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana- Saubhagya was implemented by the Central Government on 25th September, 2017, and intends to provide electricity to all Below Poverty Line (BPL) houses of rural and urban areas.

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1) Who took charge as the Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff on 30th January 2019? 1) Vice Admiral Anil Kapoor 2) Vice Admiral MS Pawar 3) Vice Admiral Raman Deshmukh 4) Vice Admiral Veer Nupur 5) None of these Answer - 2) Vice Admiral MS Pawar Explanation: On January 30, 2019,Vice Admiral MS Pawar, AVSM, VSM took charge as the Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff. During the 25 years of his shipping regime ,he served as navigating officer in several ships like INS Magar,Indian Naval Ship Nashak ,and Mauritius National Coast Guard Ship Vigilant – the senior ship of the No. 1 Patrol Vessel Squadron. He also received prestigious Herbert Lott Prize and the Vishist Seva Medal in 2010 and the Ati Vishist Seva Medal in 2016.

2) Name the managing director and CEO of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd who has been re- elected the new chairman of BARC India, the TV viewership measurement company? 1) Punit Goenka

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2) Sunil Dev 3) Ritesh Majmudar 4) Karnam Devjith 5) None of these Answer - 1) Punit Goenka Explanation: Punit Goenka , managing director and CEO, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd has been re-elected the new chairman of TV viewership measurement company, BARC India. Punit Goenka was the founder of BARC India. Punit Goenka succeeded Nakul Chopra who completed his year-long tenure as chairman.

3) _____ took charge as the Director General of NCC (DGNCC) in New Delhi, on 31st January 2019? 1) Lt Gen Arun Kumar 2) Lt Gen Naresh Prabhu 3) Lt Gen Rajeev Chopra 4) Lt Gen Sumit Rawat 5) None of these Answer - 3) Lt Gen Rajeev Chopra Explanation: On January 31, 2019, Lt Gen Rajeev Chopra took charge as the Director General of NCC (DGNCC) in New Delhi .He has been awarded Ati Vishisht Seva Medal for his distinguished service in January 2018. In his career, he has commanded an infantry battalion in Operation Rhino (Assam) and a Brigade in Eastern Command and was the Inspector General of insurgency-torn state of Manipur.

4) Who took charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command in Mumbai, on 31stJanuary 2019? 1) Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar P 2) Vice Admiral Mithun Singh 3) Vice Admiral Ram Naik 4) Vice Admiral Thomas Kurian 5) None of these Answer - 1) Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar P Explanation: On January 31, 2019, Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar P, PVSM, AVSM, VSM took charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command in Mumbai. Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar succeeded Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, who retired upon superannuation, after a career span of four decades in the Indian Navy. In recognition of his service, he was awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal in 2006, the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal in 2014 and Param Vishist Seva Medal in 2019 by the President of India.

5) Name the acting Chairperson of the National Statistical Commission, who quit from his position, on 30th January 2019? 1) Ashok Kumar 2) Sameer Sheikh 3) P C Mohanan 4) R P Sethu Sankaran 5) None of these Answer - 3) P C Mohanan Explanation: On 30th January 2019, the two non-governmental members of National Statistical Commission P C Mohanan and J V Meenakshi quit over ‘disagreements’ with the government on the release of jobs data. P

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C Mohanan was the acting Chairperson of the autonomous body and J V Meenakshi was a NSC member. P C Mohanan was a former member of the Indian Statistical Services and J V Meenakshi was a professor at the Delhi School of Economics. The NSC Chairperson post is now left with Amitabh Kant, NITI Aayog Chief and Pravin Srivastava, Chief Statistician as its member. Mr. Mohanan and Meenakshi had tenure upto 2020. They resigned over the government’s failure to recognize the commission’s contribution and a delay in the release of new National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) data.

6) ICICI Bank decided to terminate the contract of former Managing Director and CEO _____, on 30th January 2019? 1) Shikha Sharma 2) Sandeep Bakshi 3) Chanda Kochhar 4) Vineet Kumar 5) None of these Answer - 3) Chanda Kochhar Explanation: On 30th January 2019, ICICI Bank decided to terminate the contract of former Managing Director and CEO Chanda Kochhar. A panel lead by B.N Srikrishna found that she violated the bank code of conduct. The board also decide to retrieve bonuses paid to her from April 2009 to March 2018. During the period Kochhar was paid a performance bonus of about Rs.9.8cr. In 2017, CBI regulators preliminary enquiry based on allegations made by whistle blower around Gupta that loans given to the Videocon Group in 2012. Chanda Kochhar assumed charge as MD and CEO of ICICI Bank on May 1, 2009 and resigned on October 2018. Bank appointed Sandeep Bakshi as CEO for after her resignation.

7) Name India’s current Ambassador to Argentina who was appointed as the new Ambassador to the Republic of Colombia, on 1st February 2019? 1) Prakash Raj 2) Sanjiv Ranjan 3) Atul Saini 4) Sriram Parthasarathy 5) None of these Answer - 2) Sanjiv Ranjan Explanation: On 1st February 2019, Ministry of External Affairs appointed 1993 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) Officer Sanjiv Ranjan who is current Ambassador to Argentina as the new Ambassador to the Republic of Colombia. Sanjiv Ranjan was born in 1966 and he holds bachelors in Economics from University of Delhi and an M.A. in International Relations from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).

8) Yes Bank Senior group President and head of retail and business banking _____ resigned from his post, on 31stJanuary 2019? 1) Ashraful Aslam 2) Pralay Mondal 3) Tapas Roy 4) Rujutha Dev 5) None of these Answer - 2) Pralay Mondal Explanation: On 31st January 2019, Yes Bank Senior group President and head of retail and business banking, Pralay Mondal resigned from his post. He will serve his notice till 31st March 2019. Pralay Mondal joined Yes

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Bank in 2012 and he was elevated along with Rajat Monga who handled financial management as Executive Directors of the Yes Bank in September 2018. On 31st January 2019, Yes Bank appointed Ajai Kumar who had led Syndicate Bank in past as non-executive Director till Ravneet Singh Gill from Deutsche Bank takes over from 1st March 2019.

9) Who was appointed as the new director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a fixed tenure of two years, on 2nd February 2019? 1) Rishi K Shukla 2) Anish Kumar 3) Sameer Khan 4) Pradeep Roy 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rishi K Shukla Explanation: On February 2, 2019, Narendra Modi Government appointed Rishi K Shukla, former Madhya Pradesh DGP , as the new director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a fixed tenure of two years. After the unceremonious exit of Alok Verma , M Nageswara Rao had been working as the Interim Director.

10) _____ was appointed as the interim CEO of YES Bank, on 31st January 2019? 1) Krishna Kumar 2) Sarthak Shukla 3) Binod Bansal 4) Ajai Kumar 5) None of these Answer - 4) Ajai Kumar Explanation: On January 31,2019 ,RBI has approved the appointment of Ajai Kumar as the interim CEO of YES Bank, which have undergone several resignations and appointments in top leadership level. RBI approved Ajai Kumar as Interim MD and CEO of the bank from February 1, 2019, for one month or till Ravneet Gill assumes office as MD and CEO. Ravneet Gill is at present the head of the German based Deutsche Bank in India. According to the report, he will take charge on or before March 1,2019. Former MD and CEO Rana Kapoor demitted the office,leaving Yes Bank , as the fifth largest bank.

11) Name the person who was appointed as the interim President of Venezuela, by European Parliament, on 1stFebruary 2019? 1) Nicolas Maduro 2) Razi Sergio 3) Juan Guaido 4) Shekel Azio 5) None of these Answer - 3) Juan Guaido Explanation: On February 1,2019, European Parliament appointed Juan Guaido as the interim President, highlighting the international crisis and the pressure of public against President Nicolas Maduro. European Union members voted 439 in favor to and 104 against, in Brussels special conference meet and finally recognized Venezuelan congress head Juan Guaido as interim President.

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12) ____ was appointed as the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Honduras, on 1st February 2019? 1) Ajay Bisaria 2) Ravi Shekhar 3) B.S.Mubarak 4) Radha Krishnan 5) None of these Answer - 3) B.S.Mubarak Explanation: On 1st February 2019, Shri B.S.Mubarak an Indian Foreign Service officer of 2001 batch,has been Appointed as the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Honduras. At Present B.S Mubarak was the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Guatemala.

13) Who was appointed as the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Argentina, on 1st February 2019? 1) Manushree Tejas 2) Dinesh Bhatia 3) Sumit Rawat 4) Kunal Kashyap 5) None of these Answer - 2) Dinesh Bhatia Explanation: On 1st February 2019, Shri Dinesh Bhatia an Indian Foreign Service officer of 1992 batch has been appointed as the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Argentina. At present, he was the Consul General, Consulate General of India, Toronto.

14) Name the secretary of Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), who was given additional charge as Secretary of the Civil Aviation Ministry, on 31st January 2019? 1) R N Choubey 2) Ramesh Abhishek 3) Anil Kumar Jha 4) Rajiv Gauba 5) None of these Answer - 2) Ramesh Abhishek Explanation: On January 31,2019, Ramesh Abhishek, secretary of the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) now renamed as DPIIT was appointed as an additional charge Secretary of the Civil Aviation Ministry. He succeeded R N Choubey,who resigned as he is appointed as the member of UPSC.

15) Who assumed charge as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Corporation Bank, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Jai Kumar Garg 2) Shantanu Prasad 3) P V Bharathi 4) Satish Anamudi 5) None of these Answer - 3) P V Bharathi Explanation: On February 3,2019,Former executive director of Canara Bank ,P V Bharathi assumed charge as Chief

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Executive Officer (CEO) of the city-based Corporation Bank. P V Bharati surpassed Jai Kumar Garg, and became the first woman CEO of the bank. Despite the post of executive director of Canara Bank ,she also holded the post of non-executive director of Can Fin Homes Limited and also director board member of Canbank Venture Capital Limited.

16) Name the person who was elected as the President of El Salvador, on 4th February 2019? 1) Nayib Bukele 2) Salvador Sánchez Ceré 3) Theodre Jinchaz 4) Alijaz Ramsay 5) None of these Answer - 1) Nayib Bukele Explanation: On February 4,2019 , Former mayor Nayib Bukele won El Salvador’s presidential election. He will succeed Salvador Sánchez Cerén ,after whom the leadership chair was vacant for a period of time. He is to assume the chair of president on June 1, 2019.

17) Who was appointed as Nepal’s ambassador to India in Kathmandu on 4th February 2019? 1) Deep Kumar Upadhyay 2) Nilambar Acharya 3) Madan Anjumdhar 4) Sri Krishnan S 5) None of these Answer - 2) Nilambar Acharya Explanation: On February 4,2019, Nilambar Acharya, Nepal’s former law minister,was appointed as Nepal’s ambassador to India in Kathmandu. Nilambar Acharya’s oath of office position was administered by President Bidya Devi Bhandari in Kathmandu. The position of Nepalese ambassador to India was vacant after Deep Kumar Upadhyay resigned in October 2017.

18) Air India chief ____ has been appointed as Civil Aviation secretary, on 6th February 2019? 1) Rajiv Nayan Choubey 2) Pradeep Singh Kharola 3) Ashok Twivedi 4) Hari Krishnan 5) None of these Answer - 2) Pradeep Singh Kharola Explanation: On February 6, 2019, Air India chief Pradeep Singh Kharola has been appointed Civil Aviation secretary. He will succeed Rajiv Nayan Choubey who retired on January 31,2019,after the resignation he took over as member in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

19) Who took charge as the General Manager of Integral Coach Factory, on 6th February 2019? 1) Sudhanshu Mani 2) Manas Gupta 3) Rahul Jain 4) Vijay Chakraborthy 5) None of these Answer - 3) Rahul Jain

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Explanation: On February 6,2019,Former Assistant General Manager at Western Railway,Rahul Jain took charge as the General Manager of Integral Coach Factory. He succeeded Sudhanshu Mani ,who is known as the architect of India’s first self-pro Bharat Express” by Railway Minister Piyush Goyal. pelled long distance “Train 18″, which was later named “Vande 20) Who was appointed as the Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs? 1) Tarun Shridhar 2) Navin Verma 3) Sailesh 4) Sanjay Kothari 5) None of these Answer - 3) Sailesh Explanation: Shri Sailesh, IAS, Assam-Meghalaya Cadre,took charge as the Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs.He will also hold the post of Secretary, Department of Official Language as an additional charge.

21) Who was appointed as CEO of Cognizant? 1) Brian Humphries 2) Francisco D'Souza 3) Rajeev Mehta 4) Kumar Mahadeva 5) None of these Answer - 1) Brian Humphries Explanation: Cognizant for the first time has picked an outsider, Brian Humphries, as its new CEO. Humphries will replace Francisco D'Souza, who has been with the firm since 2007.

22) Who has been appointed as the Union Sports Secretary? 1) Amarendra Kumar Dubey 2) Rahul Bhatnagar 3) Radheyshyam Julaniya 4) Uma Bharti 5) None of these Answer - 3) Radheyshyam Julaniya Explanation: IAS officer (Madhya Pradesh cadre), Radheyshyam Julaniya will replace Rahul Bhatnagar as the Union Sports Secretary.Bhatnagar has been released by the Sports Ministry and is set to join the Ministry on Panchayati Raj.Notable achievements of the Sports Ministry during the tenure of Mr. Rahul Bhatnagar include opening of the National Sports University, Khelo India Youth Games, hosting international tournaments like Hockey World Cup in Bhubaneshwar and World Women’s Boxing Championship in New Delhi.

23) Who was appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Marshall Islands? 1) Sanjay Kumar Verma 2) Arun Kumar Singh 3) Vijay Keshav Gokhale 4) Nirupama Rao 5) None of these Answer - 1) Sanjay Kumar Verma Explanation: Shri Sanjay Kumar Verma (IFS: 1998), presently Ambassador of India to Japan, has been concurrently 150 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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24) Who was appointed as the Chairman of Africa Union during the summit held in Ethiopia? 1) Ilham Aliyev 2) Armen Sarkissian 3) Abdel Fattah El Sisi 4) Alexander Van der Bellen 5) None of these Answer - 3) Abdel Fattah El Sisi Explanation: Abdel Fattah El Sisi, the President of Egypt, was elected as the African Union’s new chairman at a summit in Ethiopia. Mr. El Sisi would succeed Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame as the Union’s chairman, who served for a period of 1 year.The Egyptian President said that the objective would be to improve peace and security in Africa in a holistic and sustainable manner, by keeping mediation and preventive diplomacy as the priority. Also, to counterterrorism by identification their supporters and financers and combating them collectively.

25) Name the person,who was appointed as the Ambassador of India to Bhutan? 1) Arun Kumar Singh 2) Ruchira Kamboj 3) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar 4) Navtej Sarna 5) None of these Answer - 2) Ruchira Kamboj Explanation: On Feb. 11 2019, Ruchira Kamboj, currently serving as the High Commissioner of India to South Africa, was appointed as the Ambassador of India to Bhutan. Kamboj is a 1987 cadre Indian Foreign Service (IFS) Officer who has previously served as the Ambassador/PR to Permanent Delegation of India to UNESCO, Paris.

26) Who was designated as the brand ambassador of Rajasthan Royals? 1) Aaron Finch 2) Nathan Lyon 3) Glenn Maxwell 4) Shane Warne 5) None of these Answer - 4) Shane Warne Explanation: On February 10,2019, Australia spin legend Shane Warne was entitled as the brand ambassador of Rajasthan Royals in the upcoming Indian Premier League. Shane Warne was the captain Rajasthan Royals for four seasons until 2011 and after that he retired from all form of cricket.The 11th edition of the IPL ,had shane Warne as Rajasthan Royals ‘s mentor.

27) Who was appointed as the new Election Commissioner of India by President Ram Nath Kovind? 1) Sukumar Sen 2) Sunil Arora 3) Sushil Chandra 4) Om Prakash Rawat 5) None of these Answer - 3) Sushil Chandra

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Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind has appointed Sushil Chandra, the chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), to be designated as the new Election Commissioner on 14th February, 2019. Mr. Sushil Chandra is an IIT graduate and is a1980 batch officer of the Indian Revenue Service (IRS) official of Income Tax Cadre, was recently retired from CBDT.Mr. Chandra was appointed CBDT Chairman on November 1, 2016 and further he got 2 extensions.The Election Commission now has Sunil Arora as the Chief Election Commissioner who will succeed O.P. Rawat and Ashok Lavasa and Sushil Chandra as fellow commissioners.

28) Ashwani Lohani was appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of which organization? 1) Railways Board 2) Air India 3) Confederation of Indian Industry 4) Press Council of India 5) None of these Answer - 2) Air India Explanation: Ashwani Lohani, former chairman of Railway Board, has been reappointed as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Air India for the second time after his previous tenure from August 2015 to August 2017. He will assume office from 14th February 2019, replacing Pradeep Singh Kharola, who is appointed as the new Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation.

29) Who was appointed as the Chief of Staff at Eastern Naval Command,Vishakhapatnam? 1) SN Ghormade 2) Sunil Lanba 3) Devendra Kumar Joshi 4) Nirmal Kumar Verma 5) None of these Answer - 1) SN Ghormade Explanation: On 14th February 2019, a National Defence Academy (NDA) graduate, Vice Admiral SN Gharmade took charge as the Chief of Staff at Eastern Naval Command, Vishakhapatnam.SN Gharmade was commissioned into Indian Navy on 1st January 1984 and he had assumed command of Guided Missile Frigate INS Brahmaputra, Submarine Rescue Vessel INS Nireekshak and Minesweeper INS Allepey in his 35 years long career.He was honoured by President of India with Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) on 26th January 2017 and Nau Sena Medal in 2007.

30) Who was appointed as the Finance Minister of India? 1) Suresh Prabhu 2) Arun Jaitley 3) Piyush Goyal 4) Raj Nath Singh 5) None of these Answer - 2) Arun Jaitley Explanation: On 15th February 2019, Union Minister Arun Jaitley has assumed charge as Finance Minister. The charge of Ministry of Finance was given on a temporary basis to Union Minister Piyush Goyal.The Finance and Cooperate Affairs Portfolios will be assigned to Union Minister Arun Jaitley by President Ram Nath Kovind as adviced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Arun Jaitley was in US undergoing medical treatment. During the period from January 23 to February 14 in his absence Railway and Coal

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Minister Piyush Goyal was given charge of Finance Ministry.Piyush Goyal also presented the 6th and final budget of NDA government on February 1,2019.

31) Tapsee Pannu appointed as brand ambassador of which organization? 1) PepsiCo’s Mountain Dew 2) PepsiCo’s Gatorade 3) PepsiCo’s Kurkure 4) PepsiCo’s LAY'S 5) None of these Answer - 3) PepsiCo’s Kurkure Explanation: Bollywood actress Tapsee Pannu is signed as the brand ambassador the snack brand ‘Kurkure’ owned by PepsiCo. A television campaign was also launched by Kurkure to introduce the new brand positioning ‘Khayal toh chatpata hai’ celebrating the progressive thinking the young Indian homemakers in traditional Indian families and the breaking conventional barriers.This is the first time that the brand has attempted to include a social message with its product’s marketing.

32) Who became the first Indian Woman Flight Engineer? 1) Hina Jaiswal 2) Arunima Sinha 3) Roshini Sharma 4) Shila Dawre 5) None of these Answer - 1) Hina Jaiswal Explanation: Flight Lieutenant Hina Jaiswal from Chandigarh, became the First Indian Woman Flight Engineer of the Indian Air Force(IAF). She was commissioned in the IAF’s engineering branch in 2015 and completed the 6-month Flight Engineer course from the 112 Helicopter Unit attached to the Air Force Station in Yelahanka, Bengaluru.The Flight Engineer branch was opened to women officers in 2018.

33) UN Secretary-General Appointed Chandramouli Ramanathan of India to which of the following post? 1) Head of Programme Planning 2) President for Programme Planning 3) High Commissioner 4) Controller, Assistant Secretary-General for Programme Planning 5) None of these Answer - 4) Controller, Assistant Secretary-General for Programme Planning Explanation: Chandramouli Ramanathan of India was appointed as the Controller, Assistant Secretary-General for Programme Planning, Finance and Budget in the Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, on 14th February 2019. Mr. Ramanathan has led high level management initiatives, including implementation of IPSAS(International Public Sector Accounting Standards) and Umoja(the United Nations Enterprise Resource Planning solution).

34) Who was appointed as the CEO of Indeed? 1) Rony Kahan 2) Paul Forster 3) Chris Hyams 4) John Christopher 5) None of these

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Answer - 3) Chris Hyams Explanation: Indeed, the world’s number one job site, has named its president, Chris Hyams, as its new CEO, effective April 1. He will replace Hisayuki “Deko” Idekoba, who has served in that role since October 2013.

35) Who was appointed as the chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)? 1) Pramod Chandra Mody 2) Salil Parekh 3) Sushil Chandra 4) Ashwin Chandra 5) None of these Answer - 1) Pramod Chandra Mody Explanation: Pramod Chandra Mody, a 1982-batch IRS Officer was appointed as the new chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) which is the policy making body of the Income Tax Department. He has been appointed in place of Sushil Chandra, who was on Thursday named as Election Commissioner ahead of the Lok Sabha polls due this summer.Having worked on various posts in the I-T Department, he was currently working as the Member (Administration) in the CBDT.His tenure would last till June 2019.

36) Sandeep Mohan Bhatnagar and Ashok Kumar Pandey as the members of which of the following organization? 1) Cashew Export Promotion Council of India (CEPCI) 2) Central Economic Intelligence Bureau 3) Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) 4) National Council Of Educational Research And Training (NCERT) 5) None of these Answer - 3) Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) Explanation: Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)appointed 2 senior Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officers, Sandeep Mohan Bhatnagar and Ashok Kumar Pandey as its members.Ashok Kumar Pandey is a 1983-batch Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Central Excise) officer and Sandeep Mohan Bhatnagar is a 1984-batch IRS officer.

37) Who was appointed as the Brand Ambassador of PUMA? 1) M C Mary Kom 2) Mithali Raj 3) Saina Nehwal 4) PV Sindhu 5) None of these Answer - 1) M C Mary Kom Explanation: On 18th February, 2019, German sports and lifestyle brand PUMA has appointed the 6 time world champion woman M C Mary Kom as its new brand ambassador. Mary Kom is now PUMA India’s new ambassador for their women’s training category and will be representing the brand in marketing campaigns.Mary Kom will steer brand’s advertising campaign #DoYou that aims to motivate women across the nation to be strong and accomplish their goals.The association was facilitated by IOS sports and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. which primarily entitles Mary Kom.

38) Who was appointed as the first woman president of Astronomical Society of India? 1) GC Anupama 2) Arati Saha 3) Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi

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4) Reita Faria Powel 5) None of these Answer - 1) GC Anupama Explanation: The Astronomical Society of India will be presided over by a woman, GC Anupama for the first time in its history. She will succeed RK Tyagi and has been elected to this post for a tenure of 3 years.

39) Lieutenant General Depinder Singh Ahuja, awardee of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal,has taken charge as the new Chief of Staff for which command? 1) Eastern Command 2) Southern Command 3) Western Command 4) Northern Command 5) None of these Answer - 2) Southern Command Explanation: Lieutenant General Depinder Singh Ahuja, awardee of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal,has taken charge as the new Chief of Staff at the headquarters of the Southern Command in Pune, Maharashtra.He is an alumnus of the Defence Services Staff College,Wellington and the National Defence College, New Delhi and a member of the Indian Institute of Engineers.The position was earlier held by Lt. Gen. Manoj Pande, who has taken over the command of Army’s frontier Gajraj Corps.

40) Name the person,who is appointed as the CEO of PayU India? 1) Anirban Mukherjee 2) Shantanu Narayen 3) Sunil Mittal 4) Francisco D'Souza 5) None of these Answer - 1) Anirban Mukherjee Explanation: Anirban Mukherjee, presently the co-chief executive of Reliance Payments has been appointed as the CEO of PayU India. Mukherjee replaces Amrish Rau as CEO of PayU India. The urgent responsibilities at hand would be the management of $100 million worth of business, witnessing a growth rate of 30% currently, formulating investment plans and gauging potential technological partnerships.The company has also highlighted the plan to double its loan book to about $2 billion over the next few years.

41) Who was appointed as the Additional charge as Secretary of newly created Department of Fisheries? 1) Bhaskar Khulbe 2) Tarun Shridhar 3) Pradeep Kumar Sinha 4) Inderjit Singh 5) None of these Answer - 2) Tarun Shridhar Explanation: On 20th February 2019, the PM administration gave Secretary of Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Tarun Shridhar the additional charge of Secretary of Department of Fisheries.Department of Fisheries is a newly created department under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.Tarun Shridhar is an IAS officer from 1984 batch Himachal Pradesh cadre.Also, J Balaji, an IAS officer from 2001 batch of Assam-Meghalaya cadre was appointed as the Joint Secretary of Department of Fisheries.Earlier, he was serving as Joint Secretary of Department of

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Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries.These appointments follow the Cabinet approval of creation of one post of Secretary and one post of Joint Secretary in the new department.

42) Ajay Singh was appointed as the head of which Organisation? 1) African Boxing Confederation 2) European Boxing Confederation (EUBC) 3) Boxing Federation of India 4) AIBA Elite Foundation 5) None of these Answer - 4) AIBA Elite Foundation Explanation: On 19th February 2019, Ajay Singh,President of the Boxing Federation of India was selected as the President of the Foundation Board for Better Boxing of AIBA (International Boxing Association).He has been elected to the post for a tenure of four years. Other members of the foundation are- • Gafur Rahimov, President, AIBA • Franco Falcinelli, Vice-President, AIBA & President, European Boxing Confederation (EUBC) • Sidi Mohamed Moustahsane, Vice-President, AIBA & President, African Boxing Confederation • Tom Virgets, Executive Director, AIBA.He has also been elected as the Secretary. • AIBA formed the Foundation Board for Better Boxing in the last meeting of its Executive Committee to formulate action plan for global development of the sport in future.

43) Who was appointed as the First Ombudsman for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) by Supreme Court? 1) Vijay Keshav Gokhale 2) Rajiv Mehrishi 3) D K Jain 4) T. S. Tirumurti 5) None of these Answer - 3) D K Jain Explanation: The Supreme Court appointed its former judge, Justice D K Jain as the first ombudsman for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Bench comprising Justices SA Bobde and A. M. Sapre appointed Justice D. K. Jain as the ombudsman after getting a consent of the parties and their suggestions to do so.The ombudsman will be resolving any issue that comes with regards to the players, as also financial issues.The apex court in its August 9, 2018 verdict had recommended the appointment of ombudsman.

44) Mushtaque Ahmad has been designated as Vice-President of which of the following organization? 1) International Boxing Association 2) Asian Hockey Federation 3) Wrestling Federation of India 4) Badminton Association of India 5) None of these Answer - 2) Asian Hockey Federation Explanation: India’s Mohd Mushtaque Ahmad was elected Vice-President of the Asian Hockey Federation(AHF) and Asima Ali was elected as the Executive Committee member, for a 4-year term

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in Gifu, Japan.Mushtaque Ahmad is currently serving as the President of Hockey India, while Asima Ali is the Vice-President of the national federation.

45) Justice Uma Nath Singh appointed as the First Lokayukta of which of the following State/UT? 1) Sikkim 2) Manipur 3) Nagaland 4) Meghalaya 5) None of these Answer - 3) Nagaland Explanation: On 22nd February 2019, Justice Uma Nath Singh took the oath as the first lokayukta of Nagaland. He was formerly the Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court. His tenure would last for a period of 5 years or until he turns 70, whichever occurs earlier.The oath was administered to him by Governor of Nagaland P.B Acharya at Raj Bhavan. The ceremony was also attended by Chief Minister of Nagaland Neiphiu Rio, Opposition Leader T R Zeliang, Cabinet Ministers, MLAs and other dignitaries.

46) Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh was elected as the President of which of the following organization for the third time? 1) Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) 2) Indian Polo Association 3) Indian Weightlifting Federation 4) Indian Rugby Football Union 5) None of these Answer - 1) Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) Explanation: Brijbhushan Sharan Singh was elected as the President of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) for a third time.Along with him, other office bearers were also elected and they will serve WFI for a 3-year term. Returning Officer, Justice R. B.Misra, a retired judge of the Himachal Pradesh High Court conducted the elections.

47) Who was appointed as the Prime Minister of Sudan? 1) Gaafar Nimeiry 2) Bakri Hassan Saleh 3) Mohamed Tahir Ayala 4) Ismail al-Azhari 5) None of these Answer - 3) Mohamed Tahir Ayala Explanaton: On 23rd February 2019, the governor of Gezira state, Mohamed Tahir Ayala was appointed as Sudan’s Prime Minister. Sudan’s Defence Minister Awad Mohamed Ahmed Ibn Auf was appointed as first vice president while remaining in his defence post.Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir declared a one-year nationwide state of emergency on Friday and set up a caretaker administration but retained his defence, foreign and justice ministers.

48) Who was appointed to the Amazon‘s Board of Directors? 1) Shikha Sharma 2) Indra Nooyi 3) Sunil Mittal 4) Shantanu Narayen 5) None of these Answer - 2) Indra Nooyi

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Explanation: Former CEO of Pepsico Indra Nooyi has joined Amazon‘s Board of Directors. With her appointment, Amazon’s 11-member board now has five women, including Nooyi, Brewer, Jamie Gorelick, Judith McGrath and Patricia Stonesifer.She has been granted 549 shares of common company stock.

49) Who was appointed as the Chairman of the National Book Trust (NBT)? 1) Jagdish Joshi 2) Subir Roy 3) Baldeo bhai Sharma 4) Govind Prasad Sharma 5) None of these Answer - 4) Govind Prasad Sharma Explanation: On 26th February 2019, the autonomous organization under the Department of Higher Education, National Book Trust (NBT) appointed educationist and authorGovind Prasad Sharma as its new Chairman replacing Baldeo Sharma. Key Points Govind Prasad Sharma authored more than 6 academic books and several research papers. He also served as Vice Chairman of Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education.Mr. Sharma was born in 1939 and he had served as the Director of Madhya Pradesh Hindi Granth Academi and as the principal of Government PG College, Madhya Pradesh.

50) Hemand Bhargava was appointed as the Non-Executive Chairman of which of the following bank? 1) Union Bank of India 2) IDBI Bank 3) Yes Bank 4) Indian Bank 5) None of these Answer - 2) IDBI Bank Explanation: On 25th February 2019, IDBI Bank (Industrial Development Bank of India) appointed Hemand Bhargava as non-executive non wholetime Chairman for a period of 3 years or till he continues as the chairman-in- charge and MD of LIC (Life Insurance Corporation of India).Currently LIC is the majority shareholders in IDBI Bank with 51% stake. The Life Insurance has become the promoter of it after they acquired the stake from the Government of India.The name of the bank is proposed for a change by LIC to either LIC IDBI Bank or LIC Bank which was approved by the IDBI Bank board subject to a ‘no objection’ from RBI, shareholders and availability of name.

51) Who was elected as the President of Nigeria for the second time? 1) Muhammadu Buhari 2) Ibrahim Babangida 3) Shehu Shagari 4) Abdulsalami Abubakar 5) None of these Answer - 1) Muhammadu Buhari Explanation: Muhammadu Buhari, who is a member of All Progressive Congress (APC) has defeated Atiku Abubakar with more than three million votes in the election to become the President of Africa’s most populous country – Nigeria for the second time.

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ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS

1) Which company acquired the Noida-based last-minute hotel booking app NightStay, on 31st January 2019? 1) Paytm 2) Redbus 3) Oyo 4) Ola 5) None of these Answer - 1) Paytm Explanation: On January 31, 2019,Noida based digital payments company Paytm acquired the Noida-based last- minute hotel booking app, NightStay .And NightStay founder Nasr Khan will lead the hotel-booking services at Paytm. And Paytm planned to invest 70 million for its growth in the travel segment.

2) Which bank bought 14% stake in micro-financier Annapurna Finance, on 3rd February 2019? 1) State Bank of India (SBI) 2) Asian Development Bank (ADB) 3) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) 4) SoftBank 5) None of these Answer - 2) Asian Development Bank (ADB) Explanation: On February 3,2019, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) bought 14% stake in micro-financier Annapurna Finance. ADB Bank bought this stake with a motive of attracting long -term funds from global lenders and investors. ADB’s investment increased Annapurna Finance’s net worth by 580 crores. ADB’s investment is considered to be the second equity investment following Oman India Joint Investment Fund (OIJIF) Rs 155-crore investment.

3) Name the non-banking finance company that acquired CV finance business, a subsidiary of IIFL Holdings, at a cost of Rs 3949 crores, on 4th February 2019? 1) IndoStar Capital Finance Ltd 2) Power Finance Corporation Limited 3) Shriram Transport Finance Company Limited 4) Bajaj Finance Limited 5) None of these Answer - 1) IndoStar Capital Finance Ltd Explanation: On February 4,2019, IndoStar Capital Finance Ltd (IndoStar) , a non-banking finance company, to acquired CV finance business , a subsidiary of IIFL Holdings. The IndoStar acquired CV Finance at a cost of 3949 crores.

4) Which payments bank announced the launch of a sweep account facility in association with Suryoday Small Finance Bank, on 4th February 2019? 1) Airtel Payments Bank 2) Jio Payments Bank 3) Fino Payments Banks 4) Kotak Payments Banks 5) None of these

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Answer - 3) Fino Payments Banks Explanation: On 04th February 2019, Fino Payments banks announced the launch of a sweep account facility in association with Suryoday Small Finance Bank. As per Reserve Bank of India, Payments banks can only take deposits upto 1 lakhs but this partnership will allow customer to seamlessly transfer the excess amount from their Fino payment bank (FPB) account to Suryoday Small Finance bank (SSFB) account. ₹ 5) Name the US-based virtual search start-up acquired by Facebook to boost AI capabilities? 1) Balsamiq 2) Buffer 3) Avocent 4) GrokStyle 5) None of these Answer - 4) GrokStyle Explanation: In an attempt to enable users shop better using Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities, Facebook has acquired US-based virtual search start-up, GrokStyle, at an undisclosed amount. GrokStyle was founded in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, USA.

6) Thomas Cook India Group-a travel services group has acquired 51 percent share in which of the following Dubai based Imaging company? 1) DAMAC Properties 2) Emirates Group 3) Digiphoto Entertainment Imaging (DEI) 4) DP World 5) None of these Answer - 3) Digiphoto Entertainment Imaging (DEI) Explanation: Thomas Cook India Group-a travel services group has acquired 51 percent share in Digiphoto Entertainment Imaging (DEI) based in Dubai.The deal is valued at $40.6 million(Rs 289 crore). Digiphoto Entertainment was started in 2004 and provides imaging solutions for the tourism industry.It is spread in around 250 venues spanning over 14 countries and has done 3.6 million transactions in 2018

7) Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) headed by Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman approved the acquisition of defence equipment worth ______Crore? 1) Rs.3000 Crore 2) Rs.2700 Crore 3) Rs.5000 Crore 4) Rs.1900 Crore 5) None of these Answer - 2) Rs.2700 Crore Explanation: On 27th February 2019, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) headed by Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman approved the acquisition of defence equipment at cost of Rs 2700 crores. The following was approved: 3 Cadet Training ships for the Indian Navy to impart basic sea training for officer cadets and women officer trainees. These ships would perform hospital ship duties, providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, undertaking search and rescue (SAR) missions and non- combatant evacuation operations

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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

1) The police of which district introduced the ‘e-Beat’ system aimed at monitoring the real-time location of beat constables, on 30th January 2019? 1) Anantpur, Andhra Pradesh 2) Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu 3) Manjeri, Kerala 4) Mandya, Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 2) Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu Explanation: The Cuddalore district police have introduced the ‘e-Beat’ system aimed at monitoring the real-time location of beat constables and to enable them to seamlessly update entries about their beat patrols from a smartphone. It was launched on a pilot basis in New Town and Thirupadhiripuliyur police stations in Cuddalore on 30th January 2019. The android application ‘Patta Book’ developed by Hecon Info Tech will replace the conventional beat register in which beat constables had to sign in to confirm their presence at the designated locations.

2) Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) selected 10 companies jointly with _____ for transfer of its Lithium-ion cells technology developed by Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thumba, on 29th January 2019? 1) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) 2) NITI Aayog 3) Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (ISRO) 4) Ministry of Science and Technology 5) None of these Answer - 2) NITI Aayog Explanation: On 29th January 2019, The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) selected 10 companies jointly with the NITI-Aayog from a list of 141 companies for transfer of its Lithium-ion cells technology developed by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thumba. The Selected companies are: Company Name Place Amara Raja Batteries Ltd. Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh Bharat Electronics Ltd. Pune, Maharashtra Carborundum Universal Ltd. Kochi Exicom Tele-systems Ltd. Gurugram, Haryana GOCL Corporation Ltd. Hyderabad, Jyoti CNC Automation Ltd. Rajkot National Aluminum Company Ltd Bhubaneswar Sukhbir Agro Energy Ltd. New Delhi Tata Chemicals Ltd. Mumbai Thermax Ltd. Pune

3) Which country unveiled its Long Range Cruise Surface to Surface Missile named Hoveizeh with a strike range of 1,300 km to mark the remembrance of 1979 Islamic Revolution Anniversary, on 2nd February 2019? 1) Pakistan 2) Turkey

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3) Iran 4) Saudi Arabia 5) None of these Answer - 3) Iran Explanation: On 2nd February 2019, Iran Unveiled its Long Range Cruise Surface to Surface Missile named Hoveizeh with a Strike range of 1,300 km (800 miles) to mark the remembrance of 1979 Islamic Revolution Anniversary. The Long Range Cruise Missile is from the Soumar family of cruise missiles which was unveiled in the year 2015.

4) Name the country that test fired a short range surface-to-surface ballistic missile ‘Nasr’ with a strike range of about 70-km, on 1st February 2019? 1) Bangladesh 2) Pakistan 3) Egypt 4) Qatar 5) None of these Answer - 2) Pakistan Explanation: On 1st February 2019, Pakistan has test fired a short range surface-to-surface ballistic missile ‘Nasr’ with a strike range of about 70-km. It is a high precision, shoot and scoot weapon system with the ability of in- flight maneuverability.

5) Where did Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) launch the Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) which will act as the hub of ISRO’s future manned missions, on 30th January 2019? 1) Bengaluru 2) Hyderabad 3) New Delhi 4) Mumbai 5) None of these Answer - 1) Bengaluru Explanation: On 30th January 2019, Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) launched the Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) which will act as the hub of ISRO’s future manned missions at the headquarters of ISRO in Bengaluru, Karnataka. S. Unnikrishnan Nair and R. Hutton was declared as the founder Director of HSFC and Project Director of Gaganyaan respectively by ISRO chairman Dr. K. Sivan.

6) Name the mobile app for booking of Bungalow No.5, New Delhi, that was launched by Minister of State for Housing & Urban Affairs Hardeep S Puri, on 4th February 2019? 1) Bglow5 2) Mashoka5 3) BookNow5 4) BN5Book 5) None of these Answer - 2) Mashoka5 Explanation: On February 4,2019,Mashoka5, the mobile app for booking of Bungalow No.5,New Delhi was launched by Minister of State for Housing & Urban Affairs Shri Hardeep S Puri. The Application will help an applicant to complete the entire booking process from anywhere and at any time, by using a mobile phone.

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7) World’s largest cashless health insurance scheme “Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM- JAY)”, known as Ayushman Bharat launched ____ app on Google play store to access scheme details, on 5th February 2019? 1) PM-JAY 2) Ayushman 3) Healthify 4) Jan Arogya 5) None of these Answer - 1) PM-JAY Explanation: On February 5,2019,world’s largest cashless health insurance scheme “ the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY)”, popularly known as the Ayushman Bharat launched PM-JAY app on Google play store to access scheme details in New Delhi. It was launched by Indu Bhushan ,CEO of PM-JAY.

8) Name Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)’s 40th communication satellite launched from French Guiana by Arianespace launch vehicle, on 6th February 2019? 1) CSAT-40 2) GSAT-31 3) NSAT-11 4) PSAT-32 5) None of these Answer - 2) GSAT-31 Explanation: On 6th February 2019, Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully launched its 40th communication satellite “GSAT-31” from French Guiana by Arianespace launch vehicle. On 6th February 2019, Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully launched its 40th communication satellite “GSAT-31” from French Guiana by Arianespace launch vehicle.

9) Name the App launched by Chennai Police Commissioner A.K. Viswanathan,by which the user can lodge a mobile theft complaints? 1) DigiSearch 2) DigiTheft 3) DigiFind 4) DigiCop 5) None of these Answer - 4) DigiCop Explanation: On February 6,2019 ,Chennai Police Commissioner A.K. Viswanathan launched mobile App ‘DigiCop’ of the city police department at the commissioner’s office in Chennai. This app as of now have details of 18,000 stolen mobile phones are stored.Using this app,user can lodge mobile theft complaints and also check if the user’s mobile is in the police list of retrieved mobiles.Moreover if someone is buying a phone from a second-hand shop they can verify if the phone is stolen or genuine.Using this app,Users can also follow,if their stolen two-wheeler had been traced by the police.

10) Name the Helicopter-launched anti-tank missile,that is test fired in Balasore, Odisha? 1) Pralay 2) Shaurya 3) Helina 4) Prahaar 5) None of these Answer - 3) Helina 163 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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Explanation: India test-fired Helina, a helicopter-launched version of the Nag anti-tank guided missile, with a hit range of 7-8 km, from the Odisha Coast. Helina was launched from an Army chopper and the weapon system was tested for its full range at 12:55 PM near the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur in the Balasore District of Odisha.Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Helina is said to be one of the most advanced anti-tank weapons in the world. It is guided by an Infrared Imaging Seeker (IIR)operating in the lock-on-before-launch mode.

11) Name the new dwarf spheroidal galaxy discovered by astronomers from Italy, the UK, Germany and the United States, using Hubble Space Telescope, on 31st January 2019? 1) Jincig 1 2) Bedin 1 3) Nostro 1 4) Ginnie 1 5) None of these Answer - 2) Bedin 1 Explanation: On January 31,2019, astronomers from Italy, the UK, Germany and the United States discovered newly discovered galaxy consists of red giant particles. Bedin 1 is a new dwarf spheroidal galaxy. This ancient galaxy is one of the oldest galaxy and was named after Luigi Bedin, a researcher at Italy’s National Institute for Astrophysics. Bedin 1 is located 28.38 million light years from Earth.

12) Where was the second indigenously developed ‘Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet’ (SFDR), propulsion- based missile system tested? 1) ITR,Chandipur,Odisha 2) ITR,Bengaluru,Karnataka 3) ITR,Hyderabad,Telangana 4) ITR Kochi,Kerala 5) None of these Answer - 1) ITR, Chandipur, Odisha Explanation: The second indigenously developed ‘Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet’ (SFDR), propulsion-based missile system was successfully flight tested from ITR, Chandipur, Odisha, by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Friday.Unlike conventional rockets that carry propellant and oxidizer, Ramjet uses the air as an oxidizer just like a jet engine, and hence, the weight of the fuel required is eliminated.SFDR propulsion is designed in such a way that it allows for an up and down throttling which further lets the missile to amplify its speed until it reached the terminal phase of flight. The speed increases until the point when sharp turns are required to search for highly manoeuvring targets.

13) Minister of State (IC) for AYUSH, Shripad Yesso Naik launched which of the following portal for online licensing of AYUSH Medicine? 1) e-MED 2) e-AUSHADHI 3) e-AYUSH 4) e-LICENSE 5) None of these Answer - 2) e-AUSHADHI Explanation: Minister of State (IC) for AYUSH, Shripad Yesso Naik launched the e-AUSHADHI portal for online licensing of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy drugs and related matters. The new e-portal is an

Current Affairs Q&A PDF acronym for Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy Automated Drug Help Initiative.The portal’s objective is increasing transparency and accountability and improving information management facility and data usability. It will aid the licensing authority, manufactures and consumers by providing real time information of the license manufactures and their products, cancelled and spurious drugs, contact details of the concerned authority for specific grievances.

14) Name the Application launched by Hardeep Singh Puri to capture and upload high resolution photographs of completed houses? 1) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana 2) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana 3) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna – Urban 4) Pradhan Mantri Matritva Vandana Yojana 5) None of these Answer - 3) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna – Urban Explanation: Union Minister of State (I/C) for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri launched the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna – Urban (PMAY-U) mobile application at New Delhi. The app will allow the beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna(Urban) to capture and upload high resolution photographs of completed houses along with their families and 30 – 60 seconds video clips to share their stories about owning a house under the scheme. Selected beneficiaries from all States/UTs would be invited as special guests at the anniversary celebration of PMAY (U).The PMAY(U) was launched with an aim to provide houses to every eligible urban household in India by the year 2022 and has achieved a milestone of approving over 73 lakh houses from about 1 crore validated demand.

15) Which of the following Portal was launched by Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) for real time data on available depth on stretches of National Waterways? 1) Lost and Found 2) DISHA (AI based Assistant) 3) Khan Prahari 4) Least Available Depth Information System (LADIS) 5) None of these Answer - 4) Least Available Depth Information System (LADIS) Explanation: On 15th February 2019, Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) launched a new portal ‘LADIS’ for real time data on available depth on stretches of National Waterways. Least Available Depth Information System (LADIS) will ensure real time data on ship and cargo owners on which they can undertake transportation on National Waterways (NW) in a more planned way.It is a step towards ensuring optimum use of National waterways. For smooth movement of vessels is required for an assured depth of waterways.

16) Name the Mission launched by NASA to investigate Universe in the year 2023? 1) Solar Radiation and Climate Experiment (SORCE) 2) Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) 3) SPHEREx mission 4) Ocean Surface Topography Mission 5) None of these Answer - 3) SPHEREx mission Explanation: NASA’s next SPHEREx mission will aim to understand how our universe evolved and the prevalence of ingredients for life in galaxy. For this mission,Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization and Ices Explorer (SPHEREx) program is slated to launch in 2023.For 2 years, SPHEREx

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will contemplate the sky in optical and near-infrared light, gathering data on more than 300 million galaxies and 100 million stars in our galaxy.

17) Nano Particles of which chemical component can be used as an alternative to antibiotics like ampicillin to prevent and treat a number of bacterial diseases? 1) Phosphate 2) Selenium 3) Sulfate 4) Acetate 5) None of these Answer - 2) Selenium Explanation: Nano-selenium can be an alternative to antibiotics like ampicillin to prevent and treat a number of bacterial diseases or infections in humans. Scientists have found that nanoparticles of selenium, an essential micronutrient, can be used as an antibacterial agent. Selenium is found naturally in wheat, eggs, cheese, nuts and sea food.

18) Name the app launched by Infosys to facilitate engineering students with best learning experiences? 1) InfyStud 2) InfyLearn 3) InfyEng 4) InfyTQ 5) None of these Answer - 4) InfyTQ Explanation: Infosys, the country’s 2nd largest IT firm has launched a next generation digital platform ‘InfyTQ’ to facilitate engineering students with best learning experiences by imparting technical and professional skills. InfyTQ is a free platform available on both mobile and desktop, featured with always-on, anytime, anywhere learning catered through a continuous transfer of digital skills.The app will assist the students with latest happenings, conceptual and practical aspects of technology, extensive hands on learning, etc.

19) Where did Union Culture Minister Mahesh Sharma inaugurated India’s first Fulldome 3D Digital Theatre? 1) Mumbai,Maharshtra 2) Kolkata,WestBengal 3) Varanasi,Uttar Pradesh 4) Guwahati,Assam 5) None of these Answer - 2) Kolkata,WestBengal Explanation: Union Culture Minister Mahesh Sharma inaugurated India’s very first ‘Fulldome 3D Digital Theatre’ at the Science City in Kolkata, West Bengal. It has a 23-metre tilted dome to offer a fully immersive experience to the visitors and is capable of screening high resolution, full dome, and digital 2D/3D content by utilising 6 high-end projectors in a 23-meter diameter dome using Ulteria Seam technology.It is fully funded by the Ministry of Culture at a cost of Rs 20 crore.

20) Scientists of which country had developed the first ant-like walking robot to have navigational capabilities without GPS? 1) France 2) China

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3) US 4) Singapore 5) None of these Answer - 1) France Explanation: AntBot is the first walking robot to have navigational capabilities without GPS or mapping. It has been designed by French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and Aix-Marseille University researchers at ISM, on lines similar to desert ants who use polarised lights and UV radiation to navigate in space.It consists of an optical compass which determines its movements by the help of a polarised light.An optical movement sensor directed to the sun is used to measure the distance covered.It provides a precision of up to 1 cm after covering a total distance of 14 metres.It is lightweight, weighing only around 2.3 kgs.It has six feet to enhance mobility and facilitate movements in complex environments.Celestial compass is used to measure its heading with precision by cloudy or clear weather.

21) Name the first Iranian made semi-heavy submarine launched by Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani? 1) Sina 2) Fateh 3) Kalat 4) Parvin 5) None of these Answer - 2) Fateh Explanation: Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani unveiled the first Iranian made semi-heavy submarine named “Fateh” (“Conqueror” in Persian), capable of being fitted with missiles.It has subsurface-to-surface missiles with a range of about 2,000 km (1,250 miles) and is capable of reaching Israel and U.S. military bases in the region.A homegrown defence industry has been developed by Iran, since 1992, which produces light and heavy weapons ranging from mortars and torpedoes to tanks and submarines.

22) Name the drainage-cleaning robot introduced in Chennai,TamilNadu recently? 1) Mitra 2) Bandicoot 3) Daksh 4) Robocop 5) None of these Answer - 2) Bandicoot Explanation: Bandicoot, a drainage-cleaning robot, has been introduced for the first time in India at the Kumbakonam city corporation as part of efforts to rid of manual scavenging at the cost of Rs 18 lakh in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Kadambur Raju, member of Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, inaugurated the operation of the robot.It is a semi-automatic robot can enter manholes for cleaning sewage lines with its robotic arm and is equipped with 5 night-vision cameras to relay the scenario underneath.

23) Where did Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and LG Anil Baijal inaugurated India’s first National Cyber Forensic Lab (NCFL) and Cyber Prevention Awareness and Detection (CyPAD)? 1) NewDelhi 2) Gujarat 3) Odisha 4) Assam 5) None of these Answer - 1) NewDelhi

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Explanation: On 18th February 2019, Cyber Prevention Awareness and Detection (CyPAD) Centre and the National Cyber Forensic Lab (NCFL) were inaugurated by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and LG Anil Baijal in Dwarka, New Delhi. NFCL has been set up under Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (ICCCC)and shall be accessible to Delhi Police’s cyber-crime cell and other safety organizations.It is equipped to deal with memory forensics, image enhancement, network forensics, malware forensics, crypto-currency forensics, recovery of damaged hard drives and advanced mobile forensics. Both of these labs have been set up in order to enhance the nation’s capability to deal with sophisticated and complicated terror plans and cyber-attacks.To spread awareness among school students and teachers, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has started a popular Twitter handle @CyberDost.

24) Which country is planning to build its first space-based solar power station, orbiting 36,000 kilometres above ground? 1) US 2) China 3) Russia 4) India 5) None of these Answer - 2) China Explanation: China is planning to build its first space-based solar power station, orbiting 36,000 kilometres above ground, to capture solar energy in orbit and beam it to the Earth. Chinese scientists reportedly plan to build solar power stations and launch them into the stratosphere between 2021 and 2025. The beams would be converted into power through ground station, reports added.

25) Which of the following mobile App was launched by Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad to enhance access to justice for all seeking quality legal advice from Advocates? 1) LegalAdv 2) Nyaya Bandhu 3) e-Bandhu 4) e-LegalAdvice 5) None of these Answer - 2) Nyaya Bandhu Explanation: On 19th February 2019, a tele-law mobile application ‘Nyaya Bandhu’ was launched by the Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad. It is pro bono legal service which is designed to connect practising lawyers and the registered eligible beneficiaries in a hassle-free manner.It will enable the para legal volunteers (PLV)’s to perform on field pre-registration of cases with a facility to seek appointment from the panel lawyer on date and time suitable to them.

26) Name the India’s first Humanoid Police Robot inaugurated by Kerala Chief Minister,Pinarayi Vijayan? 1) KP-BOT 2) KL-BOT 3) HUM-BOT 4) KL-HUM 5) None of these Answer - 1) KP-BOT Explanation: Kerala Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, inaugurated India’s first Humanoid Police Robot named KP-BOT, ranked as Sub-Inspector (SI), at the Police Headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. With this, the Kerala State Police Headquarters has become the first police department in the

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country to use a robot for police work.The robot’s gender is declared female keeping in mind women empowerment and gender equality.She will perform Front Office duties of the police headquarters like receiving visitors and direct them as required.Visitors can directly interact with her and she is capable of tasks like fixing appointments with officers, provide ID cards and open new files based on the grievances. She can also identify higher officials and greet them with a salute. In 2018’s Cocoon Cyber Conference it was announced that robots will be included in the police force, after which, the work on the project was started by state police Cyberdome and a Kochi based start-up, Asimov.

27) Which country unveiled new F-21 fighter jet to be manufactured in India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘sflagship programme ‘Make in India’? 1) China 2) US 3) Russia 4) Newzealand 5) None of these Answer - 2) US Explanation: US defence firm,Lockheed Martin,unveiled the F-21 multi-role fighter jet at Asia’s biggest air show Aero India-2019, which will be manufactured in India, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s flagship programme ‘Make in India’.It is specifically configured for the Indian Air Force (IAF) and provides a host of Make in India opportunities and strengthens India’s path to an advanced airpower future.It will be produced by Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems.

28) Name the world’s first female AI news anchor unveiled by Chinese news agency Xinhua in collaboration with Sogou Inc ? 1) Xin Xiaomeng 2) Guan-yin 3) Hwei-ru 4) Mei Xiang 5) None of these Answer - 1) Xin Xiaomeng Explanation: On 19th February 2019, Chinese news agency Xinhua unveiled the world’s first female AI news anchor Xin Xiaomeng. She has been developed by Xinhua in collaboration with Sogou Inc, a search engine company.She was modelled after real-life Xinhua news anchor Qu Meng. She is expected to make a debut in March, during the upcoming meetings of China’s national legislature.Earlier, Xinhua also developed Qiu Hao,the world’s first male AI news anchor at the World Internet Conference in Wuzhen held in November 2018, who is capable of mimicking human facial expressions and mannerisms while reading out news-reports.

29) SpaceX launched Israel’s first moon lander, named ______from Florida,United States? 1) Beresheet 2) Cartosat 3) Astrosat 4) Oceansat 5) None of these Answer - 1) Beresheet Explanation: Israel’s first moon lander, the 585 kg “Beresheet” (“Genesis” in Hebrew), was launched atop a Falcon 9rocket from the private US-based SpaceX in Florida, United States.At a cost of USD 100 million, it is the lowest-budget spacecraft to ever undertake such a mission. It is part of renewed global interest in the Moon, sometimes called the “Eighth Continent” of the Earth.The project is funded almost entirely

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by donations making it the first privately backed lunar lander mission.It was notably financed by businessman and philanthropist Morris Kahn. Other partners include Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Israel’s space agency and Israel’s Ministry of Science and Technology.Beresheet carries a “time capsule” loaded with digital files containing a Bible, children’s drawings, Israeli songs, memories of a Holocaust survivor and the blue-and-white Israeli flag.Landing is the main mission, but the spacecraft also carries a scientific instrument to measure the lunar magnetic field, which will help understanding of the Moon’s formation.It is estimated it will land on 11 April after a 4m-mile (6.5m-km) journey.With this, Israel became the 4th country after Russia, USA and China to carry out a 384,000km journey and land a spacecraft on the Moon.

30) Scientists from Harvard-Smithsonian Centre for Astrophysics discovered an exo planet,that orbits its star in just 11 hours.What is the name of the newly discovered exoplanet? 1) Hot Earth 2) Proxima Centauri b 3) Gliese 581c 4) Ross 128 b 5) None of these Answer - 1) Hot Earth Explanation: A Team of Scientists from Harvard-Smithsonian Centre for Astrophysics had discovered a exo planet named ‘hot Earth’ that orbit’s its dwarf star in eleven hours by using the data of NASA’s planet-hunting satellite Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS). Exoplanet ‘hot Earth’ is rocky in composition and only about fifty light-years away from its star.The planet has a radius of about 1.3 Earth-radii.

31) Name the online portal launched by Union Minister Piyush Goyal,that contains information related to passenger and freight trains and links to live feeds of IRCTC kitchens? 1) Rail Drishti Dashboard 2) SWAYAM Rail Dashboard 3) e Rail PATHSHALA 4) Diksha Rail Portal 5) None of these Answer - 1) Rail Drishti Dashboard Explanation: Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched Rail Drishti Dashboard, an online portal containing information related to passenger and freight trains and links to live feeds of IRCTC kitchens.It has been developed by the Centre for Railway Information System (CRIS). The URL of the dashboard is raildrishti.cris.org.in and it is very well optimized and user friendly so that those in remote villages can also access and know everything about railways.It can be accessed using desktop/laptop or a mobile device such as phone or tablet.It encompasses all the efforts taken by the Indian railways to digitize and brings information from various sources to one platform and also gives access to key statistics and parameters to every citizen of India.

32) Where did India successfully test fired the short range Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM) for the Indian Army? 1) Anekal in Bengaluru 2) Chandipur in Balasore district, Odisha 3) Balanagar, Hyderabad 4) Dhamra,Odisha 5) None of these Answer - 2) Chandipur in Balasore district, Odisha Explanation: India successfully test fired the short range Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile (QRSAM), developed by

Current Affairs Q&A PDF the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Army, from a test range along the coast at Chandipur in Balasore district, Odisha.It is a sleek and highly mobile air defence system with a strike range of 25 km to 30 km and has a capability of engaging multiple targets.It is different from normal air defence system, as this is an all-weather, all-terrain missile with electronic counter measures against jamming by aircraft radars.It was first tested in June 2017 and followed by the second successful test in July 2017.It will replace the ‘Akash’ missile defence system which is on its way out due to technological obsolescence.

33) Where did Tejas Networks Launches World’s First Ultra-Converged Broadband Product? 1) World Sustainable Development Summit,New Delhi 2) First global conference on Blue Economy,Nairobi 3) Mobile World Congress, Barcelona 4) First Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health,Geneva 5) None of these Answer - 3) Mobile World Congress, Barcelona Explanation: Tejas Networks today launched its broadband access product which provides both wireline as well as wireless broadband services from a single integrated platform.It was launched by Mr. Anshu Prakash, Additional Secretary, Department of Telecom, Government of India at the Mobile World Congress (MWC), Barcelona.The TJ1400 integrates multiple broadband access technologies: gigabit fiber broadband (GPON/NG-PON), fixed wireless broadband (4G/LTE eNodeB upgradable to 5G) and GE/10GE/100GE Business Ethernet services (CE2.0 certified) in highly compact, modular and energy-efficient platforms.

ENVIORNMENT

1) Two-third of Himalayan glacier, the world's "Third Pole", could melt by ____ if global emissions are not reduced, as per the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) assessment report? 1) 2030 2) 2100 3) 2050 4) 2075 5) None of these Answer - 2) 2100 Explanation: In a comprehensive new study, released in Kathmandu, scientists have warned that two-thirds of Himalayan glaciers could melt by 2100 if global warming is not reduced. According to the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) assessment report, even the most ambitious Paris Agreement goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees would lead to melting of one-third of the region’s glaciers.

2) According to the report released by NASA and NOAA,which analysis global climatic change predicted the year 2018 as the ______Hottest year? 1) Fourth 2) Second 3) Third 4) First 5) None of these Answer - 1)Fourth Explanation: On February 6,2019, National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration(NOAA) released their report on analysis of global climatic change for the

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year 2018 ,and remarked 2018 as the fourth hottest year.It is predicated that there is a rise of 5-9 degree celsius temperature in this century.

3) A non-venomous snake species which is named as “Crying Keelback (Hebius lacrima)” is found in which State/UT? 1) Kerala 2) Andhra Pradesh 3) Arunachal Pradesh 4) Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 3) Arunachal Pradesh Explanation: A non-venomous snake species has been discovered by Herpetologists Jayaditya Purkayastha of Help Earth, Guwahati and Patrick David of Museum National d’Histoire Naturelle, Paris in Guwahati, Arunachal Pradesh.The Snake has been named as “Crying Keelback (Hebius lacrima)” due to the presence of black spots below the snake’s eye which is taken as an allusion for crying. The 48 mm long Snake is found is “jhum” (shifting) cultivation areas in the Basar area West siang district of Arunachal Pradesh in 2010-11.The Discovery of snake is published in a peer reviewed journal for animal taxonomy known as “Zootaxa”.

4) Centre has identified 106 Coastal and Marine sites as Conservation Reserves,according to which of the following biennial report? 1) National Coastal and Marine plan for the period of 2017-2019 2) National Wildlife Action plan for the period of 2017-2031 3) National Marine Life Plan for the Period of 2018-2019 4) National Coastal Life Plan for the Period 2017-2019 5) None of these Answer - 2) National Wildlife Action plan for the period of 2017-2031 Explanation: According to a biennial report released by the government, the Centre has identified 106 Coastal and Marine sites as Conservation Reserves under its National Wildlife Action plan for the period of 2017- 2031. This was the 2nd biennial updated report which was made by the Ministry of Environment and Forests and was submitted to UN body on Climate change in December 2018. According to report, India has been successful to sustain the ecosystem when it is at its edge of disappearing at an alarming rate. Also it will further conserve the coastal and marine ecosystems from the impact of climate change. Both the coastal and marine areas facilitate with food baskets and fish protein to population, and also provide valuable foreign exchange in turn.

5) Scientists discovered Crimson coloured,Convex-Vented Horned (Megophryspachyproctus) Rare frog species in which of the following State? 1) Karnataka 2) Andhra Pradesh 3) Kerala 4) Arunachal Pradesh 5) None of these Answer - 4) Arunachal Pradesh Explanation: A rare frog species was found by Scientists at Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) in Lower Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh.The team was led by senior ZSI scientist Bikramjit Sinha.The research findings have been published in the journal “Records of the Zoological Survey of India“.The Crimson coloured, Convex-Vented Horned Species (Megophryspachyproctus), was collected from Tale Valley Wildlife Sanctuary of the district in 2017.It is native to Xizang in China.

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6) A small brown rat of bramble cay melomys becomes World’s first mammal to go extinct due to climate change,It belongs to which of the following country? 1) Srilanka 2) Bangladesh 3) Australia 4) India 5) None of these Answer - 3) Australia Explanation: A small brown rat of bramble cay melomys species lived on a tiny island off northern Australia and becomes the world’s first mammal to have become extinct due to “human-induced climate change”.It was found only on a small sand island near the coast of Papua New Guinea. The rat was not seen since 2009 and scientist thought that the mammal might become extinct in 2014.

7) Name the State government,which declared monkey as vermin for next one year? 1) Kerala 2) Andhra Pradesh 3) Himachal Pradesh 4) Maharashtra 5) None of these Answer - 3) Himachal Pradesh Explanation: Monkey’s are declared as vermin by the Himachal Pradesh government again,in 11 districts,91 tehsils and sub-tehsils for the next one year.Previously,monkeys were declared as vermin in 38 tehsils and sub- tehsils of 10 districts in the year 2016 and which was further extended to next year on December 20, 2017.

SPORTS

1) International Cricket Council (ICC) signed a five-year global partnership deal with which beverage manufacturer, on 31st January 2019? 1) PepsiCo 2) Coca-Cola Company 3) Carlsberg Group 4) Clear Water Group 5) None of these Answer - 2) Coca-Cola Company Explanation: On January 31, 2019,The International Cricket Council (ICC) signed a five-year global partnership deal with beverage manufacturer Coca-Cola Company.ICC and Coco-cola’s partnership will be continue till 2023. Five years sponsorship includes all ICC events like the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019 in England, Wales, the ICC men ’s and women’ s T20 World Cups in Australia in 2020, the ICC Women ’s World Cup 2021 in New Zealand and the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in India in 2023. ICC also signed sponsorship with Alcobev brands, Royal Stag and Bira 91.

2) South Korea’s Ki Sung-yueng announced his retirement from which sport on 31st January 2019? 1) Cricket 2) Football 3) Hockey 4) Basketball 173 | Page Follow Us - FB.com/AffairsCloudOfficialPage Copyright 2019 @ AffairsCloud.Com

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5) None of these Answer - 2) Football Explanation: On January 31,2019, Football player Ki Sung-yueng announced his retirement from the South Korean national team. The midfielder though decided to retire after the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia yet decided to compete in the 2019 AFC Asian Cup, which held in United Arab Emirates, under the new national team coach Paulo Bento.

3) ____ won the Regetta trophy in the Area Pulling Regatta Kochi 2019 of the (SNC Southern Naval Command) held in Kochi, on 31st January 2019? 1) INS Vikrant 2) INS Shivani 3) INS Dronacharya 4) INS Kapil 5) None of these Answer - 3) INS Dronacharya Explanation: in the Ernakulam Channel, from the Venduruthy-Vikrant Bridge. and end at the North Jetty Southern Naval Command) held in Kochi. is one of the most prestigious and traditional naval sporting activities conducted by the Southern Naval Command. The Boat Pulling Regatta Six teams, formed from all major units of South Naval Command participated in the regatta,in which boats had to cover a distance of 1.6 km of the navy. Kochi 2019 of the (SNC Area Pulling Regatta INS Dronacharya team won the Regetta trophy in the On January 31,2019,

4) Name the Indian paddler who achieved a new career rank of 28 in the world rankings, on 30th January 2019? 1) G Sathiyan 2) Sharath 3) Arshath Kamal 4) Virender Singh 5) None of these Answer - 1) G Sathiyan Explanation: On January 30,2019, Indian paddler G Sathiyan achieved a new career rank of 28 in the world rankings. He surpassed Sharath after he gained three spots in his recent game.

5) Who became the first female paddler from India to be enlisted in the top 50 list, with a rank of 47? 1) Pinky Reddy 2) Manika Batra 3) Sameera Khan 4) Lalitha V 5) None of these Answer - 2) Manika Batra Explanation: Manika Batra became the first female paddler from India to be enlisted in top 50 list, she made herself in rank 47.

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6) Which Indian cricketer became the first female player to play 200 ODIs during the 3rd and Final ODI against New Zealand, on 1st February 2019? 1) Harmanpreet Kaur 2) Mithali Raj 3) Smriti Mandhana 4) Jhulan Goswami 5) None of these Answer - 2) Mithali Raj Explanation: On 1st February 2019, 36 years old India’s Women Cricket team captain, Mithali Raj became the first female player to play 200 ODIs during the 3rd and Final ODI against New Zealand. Mithali Raj has played in 200 out of 263 ODI matches that India have played till now. Mithali Raj has also scored highest runs in ODIs which is 6622 at an average of 51.33 including 7 centuries.

7) Name the Indian golfer who has become the first Indian to grab Australian Ladies PGA Tour (LPGA) after securing 12th Rank tied with three others in the qualifying tournament held in Australia? 1) Vani Kapoor 2) Diksha Dagar 3) Astha Madan 4) Ridhima Dilawari 5) None of these Answer – 1) Vani Kapoor Explanation: Golfer Vani Kapoor has become the first Indian to grab Australian Ladies PGA Tour (LPGA) after securing 12th Rank tied with three others in the first ever qualifying tournament at the Ballarat Golf Club in Australia. Total 81 player participated in the Qualifying tournament out of which top-20 earned the card for LPGA. Vani Kapoor finished two-over 218 after shooting rounds of 71, 78 and 69. Diksha Dagar, Astha Madan and Ridhima Dilawari also participated in the qualifying tournament but they could not grab the Card of LPGA. Diksha Dagar and Astha Madan will participate in the two day AUD 30000 event in the upcoming Australian LPGA Pro-Am.

8) _____ won the 17th edition of the AFC Asian Cup (football) held in United Arab Emirates (UAE), on 2nd February 2019? 1) India 2) China 3) South Korea 4) Qatar 5) None of these Answer - 4) Qatar Explanation: On 2nd February 2019, Qatar won its first major soccer title by beating four-time champion Japan 3-1 in the 17th edition of the AFC Asian Cup held in United Arab Emirates (UAE). Sudan born Almoez Ali,became the first player to score nine goals at a single Asian Cup.He break the record of Iranian Ali Daei,who scored eight goals in 1996.

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9) Which Nepali cricketer became the youngest man to score a half-century in T20 Internationals, on 31st January 2019? 1) Akshay Dawan 2) Sundeep Jora 3) Amit Saini 4) Rakesh Vohra 5) None of these Answer - 2) Sundeep Jora Explanation: On January 31,2019 ,Nepal’s cricketer Sundeep Jora, who made his debut in T-20 International, against UAE, became the youngest man to score a half-century in T20 Internationals. At age of 17 years and 103 days, Sundeep Jora became the youngest player to score a fifty in T-20 International and entered the book of records.

10) Which team won the title of the 4th edition of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) held in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on 31st January 2019? 1) Punjab Royals 2) Haryana Hammers 3) UP Dangal 4) Veer Marathas 5) None of these Answer - 2) Haryana Hammers Explanation: On 31st January 2019, Haryana Hammers defeated defending champions Punjab Royals by 6-3 in the summit clash at the Gautam Buddha University indoor stadium, Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh to claim the fourth edition of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL). Haryana Hammers defeated Punjab Royals in the first five bouts of the summit class to clinch the title.

11) Name the Indian cricketer who ranked first in the ICC ODI women’s batter rankings, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Mithali Raj 2) Smriti Mandhana 3) Harmanpreet Kaur 4) Jhulan Goswami 5) None of these Answer - 2) Smriti Mandhana Explanation: On February 3,2019,India’s Smriti Mandhana became top in the ICC ODI women’s batter rankings ,she grab first position after the match against New Zealand,whereas Ellyse Perry followed her in the second position and Indian ODI skipper Mithali Raj in fifth position. In the ODI Bowler’s ranking, veteran pacer Jhulan Goswami is fourth, with Poonam Yadav at eighth, and spinner Deepti Sharma at ninth.

12) Who became the first Asian woman cricketer to play hundred T20Is, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Mithali Raj 2) Poonam Yadav 3) Sana Mir 4) Afzana Riyaz 5) None of these Answer - 3) Sana Mir

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Explanation: On February 3,2019,Former captain of the Pakistan women team Sana Mir became the first Asian woman to play hundred T20Is.She achieved this milestone,When she played against West Indies in her final T20I that was held in Karachi. Sana Mir is the sixth woman in the world to complete 100 T20Is, whereas Daendra Dottin of West Indies lead the list with 110 T20Is.

13) _____ became the 14th Indian Cricketer to play 200 One Day International (ODIs), on 31st January 2019? 1) Virat Kohli 2) Rohit Sharma 3) Shikhar Dawan 4) Rishabh Pant 5) None of these Answer - 2) Rohit Sharma Explanation: On 31st January 2019, Indian Cricket Team Vice-Captain, Rohit Sharma became the 14th Indian Cricketer to play 200 One Day International (ODIs) in the fourth Match against New Zealand held at Hamilton, New Zealand. Since his debut in 2008, Rohit Sharma has scored 22 centuries till now. Rohit Sharma holds the record of highest Individual score (264 runs) and highest number of double centuries (3 Double Century) in ODIs.

14) Former Cricketer Greg Chappell has confirmed to retire as National Selector of which country after the Ashes 2019? 1) India 2) Australia 3) Bangladesh 4) England 5) None of these Answer - 2) Australia Explanation: On February 2,2019, Former Cricketer,Greg Chappell confirmed to retire as Australia National Selector after the Ashes 2019.Greg Chappell have played 87 Tests for Australia. After his retirement in 1984,he worked as Team selector in three separate regimes, from 1984 to 1988, 2010 to 2011, and 2016 to the present. He was also appointed as national talent manager in 2010.

15) Which Indian squash player won the Seattle open title, in United States of America, on 3rd February 2019? 1) Ramji Krishnan 2) Deepak Pandey 3) Imna Temsu 4) Ramit Tandon 5) None of these Answer - 4) Ramit Tandon Explanation: On 3rd February 2019, Indian squash player Ramit Tandon win the fourth title of Seattle open title by defeating Mohamed El Sherbini of Egypt. Seattle Open is a PSA challenger squash Tour held in USA. Ramit Tandon who belongs to Kolkata won by 11-4, 11-7, 2-11, 11-2 for his first PSA title. Jacques Fountaine is president of World squash federation which is headquartered at East Sussex, England. Ramit Tandom

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rose to his career best ranking of 58 in the latest list released in February 2019 by World Squash Federation. Henery Weber is president of Seattle open.

16) Organizers of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix have extended the contract to host Formula One races in Baku street circuit till _____? 1) 2020 2) 2025 3) 2023 4) 2021 5) None of these Answer - 3) 2023 Explanation: On 5th February 2019, Organizers of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix has extended the contract to host Formula One races in Baku street circuit till 2023. This is the first renewal of 2019, the organizers from Belgium, China, Germany, Japan and Singapore has already extended their deals over the previous two years. This renewal will help the organizers of Azebaijan GP to maximize commercial revenues through new sponsorship approach and enhanced fan activities.

17) Name the cricketer who struck the fastest fifty for India in Women’s T20Is? 1) Mithali Raj 2) Harmanpreet Kaur 3) Smriti Mandhana 4) Jhulan Goswami 5) None of these Answer - 3) Smriti Mandhana Explanation: India’s opening batswoman Smriti Mandhana striked to be the fastest fifty for India in Women’s T20Is. She struck a half century in 24 balls in the 1st T20I against New Zealand at Westpac Stadium in Wellington. Smriti Mandhana is entitled in the 6th position in the list of fastest fifties,whereas New Zealand’s Sophie Devine leads the record of the quickest half century in women’s T20Is. She have set the record in 2005 against India when she struck fifty in 18 balls.

18) Which team won their Second Successive title beating Saurashtra in the 85th season of the Ranji Trophy? 1) Kerala 2) Vidarbha 3) Saurashtra 4) Karnataka 5) None of these Answer - 2) Vidarbha Explanation: On 7th February 2019,Defending champions Vidarbha won the Ranji Trophy 2018-19,which is 85th season of the Ranji Trophy by defeating Saurashtra.This victory is their Successive victory since they won the Trophy last year.The Ranji Trophy is played from the month of November,2018 to 7th February 2019, in which 37 Teams Participated. Most Runs Scored in the Series is Milind Kumar.He Scored 1,331 Runs.He belongs to Team Sikkim.Ashutosh Aman took Most wickets taken in the Series.He took 68 Wickets.He belongs to Team Bihar.

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19) Which team topped in the latest FIFA Ranking? 1) Argentina 2) Brazil 3) Belgium 4) India 5) None of these Answer - 3) Belgium Explanation: On February 6,2019, With the end of AFC Asian cup in UAE,the world ranking list had some changes,in which India is dropped out of the top 100 ranks,but Belgium ‘s pole position remained same.India Ranked 103 Position,Qatar ranked 55,Japan -27,Korea Republic -38,UAE – 67.

20) Who won the EGAT Cup International Weightlifting,that held in Thailand? 1) Saikhom Mirabai Chanu 2) Karnam Malleswari 3) Punam Yadav 4) Vandna Gupta 5) None of these Answer - 1) Saikhom Mirabai Chanu Explanation: The 24 year old World champion Manipuri weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu notched up gold at EGAT Cup in Chiang Mai city, Thailand. Mirabai Chanu has won 48 kg category Gold with effort of 192 kg in the silver level Olympic qualifying event for 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

21) Which Player has become the first Indian to smash 100 sixes in T20 Cricket? 1) Mahendra Singh Dhoni 2) Virat Kohli 3) Rohit Sharma 4) Cheteshwar Pujara 5) None of these Answer - 3) Rohit Sharma Explanation: Indian opener Rohit Sharma became the first man from his country to smash a century of sixes in T20I cricket in the second T20 between India and New Zealand held in Eden park in New Zealand.He made his T20I debut against England but played his first innings against South Africa in 2007 T20I . Rohit Sharma surpassed Martin Guptill to become the highest scorer in T20 Internationals with 102 sixes.

22) Who has been appointed as the assistant coach for Australia cricket team for 2019 World Cup? 1) Ricky Ponting 2) Aaron Finch 3) Tim Paine 4) Usman Khawaja 5) None of these Answer - 1) Ricky Ponting Explanation: On 8th February 2019, Cricket Austra lia appointed Ricky Ponting as assistant coach for Australia’s cricket team for 2019 World Cup. He had won world cup for three times. The main coach for Australian Cricket team is Justin Langer. Ponting was appointed after David Saker’s resignation from the post.Ricky Ponting worked as assistant for Australia’s T20 in 2017 and 2018. The current batting coach for the team is Graeme Hicks.ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Scheduled to be hosted by England and Wales from 30th May to 14th July 2019.Ponting play 375 ODI’s and 168 tests for

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Australia. He won the World Cup for the 1st time in 1999 before captaining and in 2003 and in 2003 and 2007.

23) International Paralympics Committee (IPC) has lifted ban on which country’s para athletes under certain conditions? 1) Russia 2) Japan 3) Srilanka 4) China 5) None of these Answer - 1)Russia Explanation: On 8th February 2019, International Paralympics Committee (IPC) lifted the ban on Russian Para athletes under certain conditions. The ban was active since August 2016.Russian Paralympic Committee was suspended and Russian athlete were banned from Rio de Janeiro Paralympic by IPC on August 2016. IPC modified the decision as Russian Paralympic Committee had met 69 of the 70 reinstatement criteria outlined in 2016.IPC plans to arise additional conditions and reinstatement Russia on 15th March. Russia had made insufficient efforts to restore its status as per IPC.Russian Para athletes after clearing severe doping tests will only be allowed to participate in 2020 Tokyo Games. It will be the first time in six years for Russia to compete.

24) Which Indian Cricketer now holds the fifth position for having Striked the Maximum number of Sixes in International Cricket? 1) M.S.Dhoni 2) Rohit Sharma 3) Virat Kohli 4) Cheteshwar Pujara 5) None of these Answer - 2)Rohit Sharma Explanation: Rohit Sharma had completed 100 sixes in T20 Internationals. He also pipped MS Dhoni to hold the record for most sixes by an Indian in international cricket.He had striked 349 sixes, just one above Dhoni.He Stands Fifth Globally. Shahid Afridi and Chris Gayle jointly topped the coveted list with a total of 476 sixes each.Both are followed by Kiwi’s Brendon McCullum at 398 sixes. Sri Lanka’s explosive opener Sanath Jayasuriya is fourth with 352 sixes.

25) Who was the first female driver to win MRF Challenge title in Chennai? 1) Alice Powell 2) Jamie Chadwick 3) Abbie Eaton 4) Vicky Piria 5) None of these Answer - 2) Jamie Chadwick Explanation: Jamie Chadwick from Bath, England made history by becoming the fist female driver to win the MRF challenge title after scoring a triple win in the final round in Chennai.Chadwick won 3 out of the 5 races to close an 18-point margin in Max Defourny of Germany.Chadwick won 6 out of 15 races in the series which had stated in November and included events in Dubai and Bahrain.

26) Name the Person,who resigned as the Australia Bowling Coach? 1) Craig McDermott 2) Merv Hughes

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3) David Saker 4) David Boon 5) None of these Answer - 3) David Saker Explanation: Australia bowling coach David Saker resigned.He succeeded Craig McDermott in 2016.

27) Who won the Player of the Series in the T20I series played between Newzealand and India? 1) Martin Guptill 2) Rohit Sharma 3) Ross Taylor 4) Tim Seifert 5) None of these Answer - 4) Tim Seifert Explanation: New Zealand won the Twenty20 International (T20I) 3-match series at Seddon Park Ground, Hamilton, New Zealand beating India in the final match by 4 runs.New Zealand’s wicket keeper-batsman, Tim Seifert, won the player of the series award. He scored 138 runs at a strike-rate of 173.75 and an average of 46.33 on the 3 matches. He also picked 3 catches as the wicketkeeper.

28) Which animal is named as the Mascot for National Games 2022 that is to be held in Meghalaya? 1) Sangai 2) Tiger 3) Clouded Leopard 4) Hillock Gibbon 5) None of these Answer - 3) Clouded Leopard Explanation: The Sports and Youth Ministry in the meeting of Executive Committee of the National Games 2022 has chosen the ‘Smiling Clouded Leopard’ to be the Mascot for the National Games 2022. Meghalaya will host the 2022 National Games, which is coinciding with its 50 years of statehood.Clouded Leopard is among the wild cats that live throughout the forests of Garo, Khasi and Jaintia Hills.The meeting has decided that an open completion would be held to design a smiling clouded leopard that will be used as the mascot for the national Games.

29) Which Team won the 9th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship (B Division) held in Hisar, Haryana? 1) Hockey Punjab 2) Hockey Chandigarh 3) Sports Authority of India 4) Hockey Meghalaya 5) None of these Answer - 3) Sports Authority of India Explanation: On 10th February 2019, Sports Authority of India Won 9th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship (B Division) held in Hisar, Haryana. They defeated Hockey Chandigarh by 4-1 in the final.In 9th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship (A-division) Hockey Jharkhand beat Hockey Haryana for 2-1 in the final. The event concluded at Kollam Hockey Stadium, Kerala.Steel Plant Sports Board beat UCO Bank for 1-0 and secured third place in the match. Sarabdeep Kaur was the line scorer for Chandigarh in the final. 9th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2019 (A Division) is scheduled to be held from 8th to 18th February in Hisar, Haryana

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30) Who became the third Indian Tennis player to reach Top-100 in ATP rankings? 1) Somdev Devvarman 2) Prajnesh Gunneswaran 3) Yuki Bhambri 4) Rohan Bopanna 5) None of these Answer - 2) Prajnesh Gunneswaran Explanation: Indian tennis player, Prajnesh Gunneswaran made it to the top-100 in Men’s Singles Tennis rankings, jumping 6 places to rank 97, becoming the third Indian player after Somdev Devvarman and Yuki Bhambri. He had a brilliant 2018 season which got him to the semi-finals of the ATP Chennai Challenger and if he maintains the rank inside top-100, it will secure his place into the Grand Slam singles main draws.

31) Who was appointed as the Coach of Under-23 Indian Football team for the upcoming Asian Football Confederation (AFC)? 1) Pronay Halder 2) Derrick Pereira 3) Sandesh Jhingan 4) Jackichand Singh 5) None of these Answer - 2) Derrick Pereira Explanation: Derrick Pereira is set to become the coach of the Indian Under-23 football team for the upcoming Asian Football Confederation (AFC) qualifiers, to be held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from 22nd March.He will take charge from the preparatory camp in Goa that begins on 2nd March. A friendly match between Qatar U-23 and India U-23 is also scheduled in Doha on 11th March 2019.

32) Who overtook former Indian captain Kapil Dev to become joint 7th highest Test wicket-taker? 1) MS Dhoni 2) Dale Steyn 3) Virat Kohli 4) Rohit Sharma 5) None of these Answer - 2) Dale Steyn Explanation: South African pacer Dale Steyn overtook former Indian captain Kapil Dev to become joint 7th highest wicket-taker along with England’s Stuart Broad in the all-time list of Test cricket after registering figures of 4/48 against Sri Lanka.He is now behind Muttiah Muralitharan (800), Shane Warne (708), Anil Kumble (619), James Anderson (575), Glenn McGrath (563) and Courtney Walsh (519) in the coveted list.

33) Which Team won the Irani Cup title recently and becomes the 3rd team after Bombay and Karnataka to defend the Ranji Trophy and Irani Cup? 1) Rest of India 2) Delhi 3) Vidarbha 4) Tamil Nadu 5) None of these Answer - 3) Vidarbha Explanation: On 16th February, 2019, Vidarbha became the only 3rd team in Indian Domestic Cricket history to

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defend their Irani cup titles at Jamtha Stadium in Nagpur by defeating rest of India. Vidarbha becomes the 3rd team after Bombay and Karnataka to defend the Ranji Trophy and Irani Cup. Vidarbha chased a target of 280 run on the day and young Karnewar was the Player of the match.

34) Which City houses the 83rd Yonex Sunrise Senior Badminton Nationals? 1) Mumbai,Maharashtra 2) Kolkata,WestBengal 3) Guwahati, Assam 4) Chennai,TamilNadu 5) None of these Answer - 3) Guwahati, Assam Explanation: The 83rd Yonex Sunrise Senior Badminton Nationals was held at Guwahati, Assam.

35) Who won the women’s singles in the 83rd Yonex Sunrise Senior Badminton Nationals held in Guwahati, Assam? 1) Jwala Gutta 2) Saina Nehwal 3) Ashwini Ponnappa 4) PV Sindhu 5) None of these Answer - 2) Saina Nehwal Explanation: Saina Nehwal retained her women’s singles crown after defeating PV Sindhu.Sorabh Verma defeated Lakshya Sen to win the men’s singles crown for the third time (after 2011 and 2017). The team of Pranaav Jerry Chopra and Chirag Shetty claimed the men’s doubles title after beating Arjun MR and Shlok Ramachandran.

36) Elise Merten defeated world number 3,Simona Halep and won the Qatar Open held in Doha, Qatar.She belongs to which country? 1) Martina Navratilova 2) Venus Williams 3) Simona Halep 4) Elise Merten 5) None of these Answer - 4) Elise Merten Explanation: Elise Merten, world number 21 from Belgium beat world number 3,Simona Halep to win the Qatar Openheld in Doha, Qatar. This is said to be the biggest title of her career. She won 3-6, 6-4, 6-3, braving an eight-minute medical timeout for back pain in the second set which made her lose 18 points in a row at one stage. This is her first WTA Premier-level crown and fifth title of her overall career.

37) Which Country won the First Mallakhamb World Championshi, held in Shivaji Park,central Mumbai? 1) Spain 2) India 3) Iran 4) Norway 5) None of these Answer - 2) India Explanation: First Mallakhamb World Championship was held in Shivaji Park in central Mumbai in which India

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became the winner. This sport involves athletes performing various yogic and gymnastic poses while hanging from a rope or on a pole.15 countries participated in the event- Spain, Germany, Czech Republic,Italy, USA, Iran, Norway, England, France, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Vietnam, Bahrain, and India.An audio-visual presentation about the workshops and practice of the ancient Indian sport held in Germany was given by Ruth Anzenberger, German team coach.

38) Who broke the 22-year-old indoor world record in the 1,500 meters in birmingham indoor grand prix? 1) Samuel Tefera 2) Mo Farah 3) Bernard Lagat 4) Yomif Kejelcha 5) None of these Answer - 1) Samuel Tefera Explanation: A 22-year old men’s indoor world record in 1,500 metres was broken by Samuel Tefera, an Ethiopian teenager. He broke the record at the Birmingham Indoor Grand Prix by finishing the race in 3 minutes, 31.04 seconds.He achieved this by defeating Yomif Kejelcha in final bend by 0.54 seconds and 200m.

39) Name the West Indies Batsman,who had announced his retirement from One Day Internationals (ODIs) after the forthcoming World Cup? 1) Shimron Hetmyer 2) Keemo Paul 3) Chris Gayle 4) Oshane Thomas 5) None of these Answer - 3) Chris Gayle Explanation: On 18th February 2019, West Indies batsman Chris Gayle has announced his retirement from One Day Internationals (ODIs) after the forthcoming World Cup in England and Wales. He has scored 9727 ODI runs which is only 677 runs less than the highest scorer Brian Lara.Chris Gayle, a Jamaican cricketer who plays International cricket for the West Indies was born in September 21, 1979. His ODI debut was in 1999 against India.He had the first ever World Cup double century against Zimbabwe 4 years ago. Gayle hit 23ODI centuries in his career.

40) 8-time world champion,Squash queen Nicol David set to retire at the end of the 2018-19 Professional Squash Association (PSA).She belongs to which country? 1) Russia 2) India 3) Malaysia 4) Australia 5) None of these Answer - 3) Malaysia Explanation: Malaysian squash queen,35-year-old and 8-time world champion,Nicol David, announced that she will be retiring at the end of the 2018-19 Professional Squash Association (PSA) season in June 2019. She had a successful career with 81 PSA titles from 102 finals and held the World no. 1 spot for a record 109 months consecutively from 2006 to 2015.

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41) Who won the Gold medal in Men’s 49 Kg category in 70th International Boxing Tournament Strandja 2019 held at Sofia, Bulgaria? 1) Amit Phangal 2) Vijender Singh 3) Shiva Thapa 4) Vikas Krishan Yadav 5) None of these Answer - 1) Amit Phangal Explanation: 70th International Boxing Tournament Strandja 2019, hosted by European Boxing Confederation(EUBC) was held at Sofia, Bulgaria. Russia topped the medals tally with 9 medals (5 Gold and 4 Bronze), followed by India at 2nd rank with 7 medals (3 Gold, 1 Silver, 3 Bronze) and USA at 3rd with 8 medals (2 Gold, 1 Silver, 5 Bronze).Asian Games Gold medallist, Amit Phangal, claimed a second successive Gold by defeating Kazakhstan’s Temirtas Zhussupov by pulling off a dominating 5-0 triumph in the Men’s 49 KG category.Former junior world champion, Nikhat Zareen (Women’s 51 KG) and Meena Kumari Devi (Women’s 54 KG),became the first set of Indian Women Boxers to clinch Gold medals in Sofia.Manju Rani (Women’s 48kg) settled for a Silver after being defeated by Josie Gabuco of Philippines.Pwilao Basumatari (Women’s 64kg), Neeraj (Women’s 60kg) and Lovlina Borgohain (Women’s 69kg) had settled for Bronze medals.

42) International Cricket Council (ICC) banned coach Irfan Ansari for a period of 10 years, from all forms of Cricket recently.He belongs to which of the following country? 1) Australia 2) NewZealand 3) Pakistan 4) United Arab Emirates(UAE) 5) None of these Answer - 4) United Arab Emirates(UAE) Explanation: International Cricket Council (ICC) banned(United Arab Emirates) UAE-based coach Irfan Ansari for a period of 10 years, from all forms of Cricket as he was found guilty of making a “corrupt approach” to Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed in 2017.ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal found him guilty of breaching three counts of the Anti-Corruption Code during a hearing.

43) Who broke the record of “Most Sixes in International Cricket” by achieving a feat of 477 international sixes recently? 1) M S Dhoni 2) Chris Gayle 3) Shahid Afridi 4) Virat Kohli 5) None of these Answer - 2) Chris Gayle Explanation: West Indies’ batsman, Chris Gayle, broke the record for “Most Sixes in International Cricket” by achieving a feat of 477 international sixes at the 1st ODI between West Indies and England at the Kensington Ovalin Bridgetown, Barbados. It was his 444th match.With this he broke the record held by Shahid Afridi who had a total of 476 sixes in international cricketin 524 matches.He hit the 477th six in the 15th over bowled by Moeen Ali of England.

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44) Alyssa Healy set a new Guinness World Record for the ‘highest catch of a cricket ball’ at the Melbourne Cricket Ground(MCG).She belongs to which of the following Country? 1) Australia 2) Belgium 3) Russia 4) Canada 5) None of these Answer - 1) Australia Explanation: Australia’s wicketkeeper Alyssa Healy set a new Guinness World Record after achieving the feat for the ‘highest catch of a cricket ball’ at the Melbourne Cricket Ground(MCG). She caught a ball which was dropped from a drone,80 metres above the cricket ground.The record was previously set by the England’s Kristan Baumgartner with a catch from 62 metres and before her, former England captain,Nasser Hussain held it with 49 metres.The record attempt was part of the campaign carried out by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Cricket Australia in collaboration, to set the highest attendance figure for a women’s sporting fixture during the final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020, which will be held on 8th March, 2020 at MCG,coinciding with International Women’s Day.

45) Name the Country which was suspended by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from Hosting International Sporting Events after denying Visa’s to Pakistan Shooters? 1) United States 2) Nepal 3) Bangladesh 4) India 5) None of these Answer - 4) India Explanation: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) suspended all Indian applications to host future events and urged international sports federations not to stage competitions in the country after two Pakistanis were denied visas to compete in New Delhi. It was after India denied visa requests of two shooters from Pakistan who were due to take part in the25m Rapid Fire Pistol Competition during International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup event held in New Delhi following the attack by a Pakistan-based militant group in Pulwama, which killed at least 40 CRPF paramilitary police.The IOC Executive Board decided to suspend all discussions with the Indian National Olympic Committee (NOC) and Government regarding the potential applications for hosting future sports and Olympic–related events in India, until clear written guarantees are obtained from the Indian governmentto ensure the entry of all participants in such events in full compliance with the rules of the Olympic Charter.

46) Which team won the Pro Volleyball League title and qualified for participating Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) Asian Men’s Club Volleyball Championship? 1) Kochi Blue Spikers 2) Chennai Spartans 3) Calicut Heroes 4) U Mumba Volley 5) None of these Answer - 2) Chennai Spartans Explanation: Chennai Spartans won the inaugural edition of the Pro Volleyball League(PVL) by defeating Calicut Heroes by 3-0 in Nehru Indoor Stadium, Chennai.League’s top scorer and best spiker Rudy Verhoeff, scored 13 points (11 spikes and 2 blocks) for the Chennai Spartans while Ajith Lal was the highest scorer with nine points (9 spikes) for the Calicut Heroes.With this win, Chennai Spartans have

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47) Which Cricket team became the first ever Asian team to win Test Series in South Africa? 1) West Indies 2) Australia 3) India 4) Srilanka 5) None of these Answer - 4) Srilanka Explanation: Sri Lanka cricket team became the first Asian side to win a Test series in South Africa after winning the series by 8 wickets with a score of 2-0 at Port Elizabeth. This was Sri Lanka’s sixth series in South Africa and their first win. Kusal Perera of Srilanka was given the Man of the Series award.Before Sri Lanka, only Australia and England have defeated South Africa in a Test series at home.

48) Rashid Khan became first bowler in T20I history to pick 4 wickets in 4 balls.He Belongs to which country? 1) India 2) Afghanistan 3) Srilanka 4) South Africa 5) None of these Answer - 2) Afghanistan Explanation: Afghanistan cricket team’s leg spinner, Rashid Khan, became the first bowler to take out 4 wickets in 4 balls in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) during the third and final T20I against Ireland in Dehradun.He also became the seventh bowler to pick up a hat-trick in T20Is.Afghanistan won T20I series by a margin of 3-0 against Ireland.

49) Who won the Cannes International Open trophy in Cannes,France? 1) Pier Luigi Basso 2) Abhijeet Gupta 3) Nikita Maiorov 4) Nasuta Grzegorz 5) None of these Answer - 2) Abhijeet Gupta Explanation: Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta won the Cannes International Open held in Cannes,France.After taking an easy draw with Pier Luigi Basso of Italy in the ninth and final round.He won the tournament with 7.5 points, a clear point lead over nearest rivals Nikita Maiorov of Belarus, Nasuta Grzegorz of Poland and Yuri Solodovnichecko of Ukraine.He registered 6 wins and 3 draws at the chess tournament.

50) Which Country broke Australia’s record for the highest Twenty20 cricket? 1) NewZealand 2) Iran 3) Ireland 4) Afghanistan 5) None of these Answer - 4) Afghanistan Explanation: Afghanistan created history against Ireland in their second Twenty20 International at the Rajiv Gandhi

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International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, by scoring 278 runs for the loss of 3 wickets from their allotted 20 overs, to register the highest-ever total in T20s.They broke Australia’s record score of 263/3 which they achieved back in 2016 against Sri Lanka.Hazratullah Zazai became the first player from Afghanistan to score 162 not out from 62 ball, and his 236-run opening stand with Usman Ghani, who made 73 runs from 48 balls – including 7 fours and 3 sixes, became the highest partnership in T20Is. They broke the 223-run partnership record between Australia’s Aaron Finch and Darcy Short.

51) Who became the first Indian to score 8000 runs in T20s in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match in New Delhi? 1) Suresh Raina 2) Virat Kohli 3) Rahul Shah 4) Dhruv Raval 5) None of these Answer - 1) Suresh Raina Explanation: Indian batsman Suresh Raina became the first Indian to score 8000 runs in T20 cricket after scoring just 12 runs in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match in New Delhi against Puducherry. He was playing for Uttar Pradesh.He has scored 8001 runs in 300 Twenty20s at an average of 33.47 and notched 4 centuries and 48 fifties in the shortest format. MS Dhoni is the only other Indian to have played 300 T20s so far.He has scored the 6th most runs in T20s after Chris Gayle (12298 runs), Brendon McCullum (9922), Kieron Pollard (8838 runs), Shoaib Malik (8603 runs) and David Warner (8111 runs).

52) Sanath Jayasuriya has been banned from all forms of cricket for 2 years after admitting breaching two counts of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code.He belongs to which of the following country? 1) NewZealand 2) Bangladesh 3) India 4) Srilanka 5) None of these Answer - 4) Srilanka Explanation: Former captain of Sri Lanka, Sanath Jayasuriya has been banned from all forms of cricket for 2 years after admitting breaching two counts of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code. He admitted to being in breach of the following provisions of the Code: Article 2.4.6 – Failure or refusal, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the ACU. Article 2.4.7 – Obstructing or delaying any investigation that may be carried out by the ACU, including concealing, tampering with or destroying any documentation or other information that may be relevant to that investigation and/or that may be evidence or may lead to the discovery of evidence of corrupt conduct under the Anti-Corruption Code.

53) Who became the 2nd Indian to hit two consecutive T20 tons? 1) Unmukt Chand 2) Ishan Kishan 3) Virat Kohli 4) Rohit Sharma 5) None of these Answer - 2) Ishan Kishan Explanation: Jharkhand's wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan has scripted history by becoming only the second Indian batsman after Unmukt Chand to smash back-to-back centuries in Twenty20s. The 20-year-old, who has been on a roll in the ongoing domestic tournament, achieved the feat after smashing a blistering

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54) Which Country will host the 2020 ICC Women's T20 World Cup? 1) Bangladesh 2) India 3) NewZealand 4) Australia 5) None of these Answer - 4) Australia Explanation: The 2020 ICC Women's T20 World Cup is scheduled to be the seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup tournament.It is scheduled to be held in Australia between 21 February and 8 March 2020.The final will take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on International Women's Day.

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1) Dara Dotiwalla passed away in Chennai due to old age, on 31st January 2019. He was related to ___? 1) Cricket 2) Jazz music 3) Politics 4) Biotechnology 5) None of these Answer - 1) Cricket Explanation: On January 31, 2019, Former Umpire Dara Dotiwalla, who organized the famous tied Test match between India and Australia passed away in Chennai due to old age. The first Test Cricket in which Dotiwalla officiated was India versus England at Kanpur in 1982, whereas,the last one was India versus West Indies at Delhi in 1987.

2) Harihar Karan passed away at the age of 72 due to Septicemia disease in Bhubaneswar, on 4th February 2019. What was his profession? 1) Athlete 2) Singer 3) Politician 4) Journalist 5) None of these Answer - 3) Politician Explanation: On February 4, 2019,Former MLA and senior Congress leader Harihar Karan passed away at a age of 72 due to Septicemia disease in Bhubaneswar. He was elected as a six-time MLA from Daspalla constituency in Nayagarh district, Karan was elected for the first time in 1974. He was also the Health and Family Welfare minister in the Odisha government in 1980. Harihar Karan was also the chairperson of the disciplinary committee of the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) in 2013.

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3) Priyanath Dey passed away in Bhubaneswar, on 4th February 2019. He was a Politician and _____? 1) Writer 2) Doctor 3) Freedom fighter 4) Actor 5) None of these Answer - 3) Freedom fighter Explanation: On February 4,2019,Noted freedom fighter and former Odisha MLA Priyanath Dey passed away in Bhubaneswar. He was elected to Odisha Legislative Assembly from Jagatsinghpur in 1961. Priyanath Dey had joined freedom movement in 1942 and was jailed several times.

4) Ramesh Bhatkar passed away, after a battle with cancer, on 4th February 2019. What was his profession? 1) Cricketer 2) Journalist 3) Violinist 4) Actor 5) None of these Answer - 4) Actor Explanation: On 4th February 2019, Veteran Marathi actor Ramesh Bhatkar passed away, after a battle with cancer. He was 70. Bhatkar was known for his roles in the TV series "Commander" and "Hello Inspector" and worked for more than 30 years as an actor in mainstream Hindi and Marathi films such as "Aai Pahije", "Kucch To Hai" and "Bhavesh Joshi Superhero".

5) Ladu Kishore Swain passed away at the age of 71 due to kidney-related ailments in Bhubaneswar, on 6thFebruary 2019. What was his profession? 1) Politician 2) Journalist 3) Cricketer 4) Singer 5) None of these Answer - 1) Politician Explanation: On February 6,2019, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP, Ladu Kishore Swain passed away at the age of 71 due to kidney-related ailments in Bhubaneswar. Ladu Kishore Swain was member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly from 2004 to 2009 and also the President of CARD Bank from 1992-95.

6) The oldest captive elephant in Asia and Guinness record holder, 88-year old Dakshayani, who was also honoured with "Gaja Muthassi" (elephant granny) title, died in which Indian state on 5th February 2019? 1) Tamil Nadu 2) Kerala 3) Assam 4) Odisha 5) None of these Answer - 2) Kerala

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Explanation: The oldest captive elephant in Asia and Guinness record holder, 88-year old Dakshayani, died at a care centre at nearby Pappanamcode in Kerala on 5th February 2019. In 2016, she was conferred the "Gaja Muthassi" (elephant granny) title and entered the Guinness book of records. 7) Who was the Five time Oscar nominated actor,died in London on February 9,2019? 1) Jack Nicholson 2) Albert Finney 3) Walter Brennan 4) Daniel Day-Lewis 5) None of these Answer - 2) Albert Finney Explanation: On February 9,2019,Five time Oscar nominated actor Albert Finney died at the age of 82 due to chest infection in London. The veteran actor was best known for his roles in Tom Jones, Erin Brockovich and Annie.

8) What is the name of the India's Oldest Captive Elephant that died at the age of 88 in Kerala? 1) Dakshayani 2) Surus 3) Kandula 4) Avni 5) None of these Answer - 1) Dakshayani Explanation: India's Oldest Captive Dakshayani Elephant Dies At 88 in kerala.Dakshayani lived at the Chengallur Mahadeva Temple in Kerala state in southern India, and had taken part in many rituals and processions.

9) Name the Bollywood actor,who was last acted in the Govinda’s film ‘Rangeela Raja’ passed away recently in Mumbai? 1) Narendra Jha 2) Kavi Kumar Azad 3) Mahesh Anand 4) Kader Khan 5) None of these Answer - 3) Mahesh Anand Explanation: Hindi film actor Mahesh Anand passed away at age of 57 in Mumbai. Mahesh Anand, was best known for negative roles in the movies of 80s and 90s.The villainous actor was last acted in the Govinda’s film ‘Rangeela Raja’.

10) Who was the Legendary Goalkeeper of England, Passed away recently at the age of 81? 1) Paul Allen 2) Paul Alcock 3) Gordon Banks 4) Jimmy Armfield 5) None of these Answer - 3) Gordon Banks Explanation: On 12th February 2019, one of the world’s most famous goalkeeper Gordon Banks passed away at the age of 81 in England. Gordon Banks was named as FIFA (The Federation Internationale de Football) Goalkeeper of the year six times and earned 73 caps for England between 1963 and 1972. He won

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World Cup in 1966. Banks was suffering from kidney cancer for the second time since 2016. He was widely considered as one of the greatest goalkeeper of his generation.

11) German Nobel Prize winning Manfred Eigen,passed away recently at the age of 91.He belongs to which field? 1) Chemist 2) Physicist 3) Mathematician 4) Biologist 5) None of these Answer - 1) Chemist Explanation: German Nobel Prize winning chemist, Manfred Eigen, passed away at the age of 91 on 13th February, 2019. He was awarded half of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry on 1967 for his work in measuring extremely fast chemical reactions. He had shared this prize with R. G. W. Norrish and George Porter.

12) Director cum Producer Vijaya Bapineedu,passed away at age 83 recently.He belongs to which State/UT? 1) Goa 2) AndhraPradesh 3) Telangana 4) TamilNadu 5) None of these Answer - 3) Telangana Vijaya Bapineedu, Telugu director-producer, known for giving several hit films to actor Chiranjeevi, passed away on 13th February, 2019 at the age of 83 years in Hyderabad,Telangana.His movie ‘Gang Leader’ was remade in Hindi as ‘Aaj ka Goondaraj’ with Chiranjeevi in the lead. Other hit movies include ‘Big Boss’, ‘Khiladi No. 786’ and ‘Maga Dheerudu’.

13) Name the Former Goa Deputy Chief Minister and BJP Lawmaker,who passed away recently at the age of 64? 1) Sitaram Panchal 2) Lekh Tandon 3) Inder Kumar 4) Francis D’Souza 5) None of these Answer - 4) Francis D’Souza Explanation: On 14th February 2019, Former Goa Deputy Chief Minister and BJP Lawmaker, Francis D’Souza died in Healthway hospital in Old Goa at the age of 64. Mr. Francis was undergoing treatment after undergoing surgery for cancer at a hospital in the US. Mr. Francis was elected to Goa Legislative assembly in 1999 as a candidate of Goa Rajiv Congress party. Further, he shifted to BJP to get elected in 2002, 2007, 2012 and 2017’s state legislative assembly from Mapusa constituency.Mr. D’souza was appointed as Deputy Chief Minister of Goa when BJP formed a govt. in 2012 under Manohar Parrikar’s leadership. He also had the designation of Urban Development Minister.

14) Pedro Morales, passed away recently at the age of 76 belongs to which field? 1) Actor 2) Wrestler 3) Footballer 4) Cricketer 5) None of these

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Answer - 2) Wrestler Explanation: World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) hall of famer, Pedro Morales, passed away at the age of 76. He hailed from Puerto Rico and died after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.He had a career lasting more than 30 years and was inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame in 1995.

15) The book ‘Sudhir Sukta’ was written by which acclaimed author, who passed away recently? 1) Vishnu Wagh 2) Kader Khan 3) Fahmida Riaz 4) Dibyendu Palit 5) None of these Answer - 1) Vishnu Wagh Explanation: Eminent writer and former Deputy Speaker of Goa Legislative Assembly, Vishnu Wagh, suffered a heart attack while on a touring in Cape Town, South Africa. He was 53 years old.He has written over 20 plays in Marathi, 3 sangeet nataks, 18 Konkani plays and 16 one-act plays and directed over 50 plays in Konkani and Marathi.“Tuka Abhang Abhang”, “Suvari”, “Teen Poishancho Tiatro”, “Dharmashree”, and “Pedru Poddlo Baient” are some of his critically-acclaimed plays He was a part of Goa Legislative Assembly from St Andre constituency between 2012 and 2017 and the Chairman of the state-run Goa Kala Academy.He wrote book ‘Sudhir Sukta’.

16) Who was the Former interim President and former Afghan mujahideen commander passed away recently at the age of 93? 1) Yar Mohammad Tokhi 2) Sibghatullah Mojaddedi 3) Maharram Durrani 4) Abadullah Hananzai 5) None of these Answer - 2) Sibghatullah Mojaddedi Explanation: Sibghatullah Mojaddedi, former Afghan mujahideen commander passed away in Kabul at the age of 93, owing to prolonged illness. He played a significant role in fighting the Soviets and went on to become the interim President of the country after the collapse of the Afghan communist regime in 1992.He died three days before the 30th anniversary of the Soviet withdrawal from Afghanistan.

17) British author Andrea Levy passed away recently.Which of her following book was conferred with Orange prize? 1) Small Island 2) The Long Song 3) Small Girl 4) War and Peace 5) None of these Answer - 1) Small Island Explanation: On 14th February 2019, The best-selling British author Andrea Levy, who explored the experience of Jamaican British people in a series of novel over 20 years, has died from the cancer at the age of 62. She was known for penning books ‘The Long Song’ and ‘Small Island’. Her book Small Island was conferred with Orange prize.She also won Whitbread book of the year, Commonwealth writers prize, etc. She is said to be the first black British author to achieve both critical and mainstream commercial success.

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18) American military veteran and novelist,William E. Butterworth III,passed away recently at the age of 89.He wrote which of the following popular novel series? 1) Badge of Honor 2) An Era of Darkness 3) Remnants of a Separation 4) Patriots, Poets and Prisoners 5) None of these Answer - 1) Badge of Honor Explanation: American military veteran and novelist,William E. Butterworth III, better known as W.E.B. Griffin (his pen name), died on 12th February 2019, at the age of 89. He joined the army at the age of 17 and has served in the Korean War.He wrote more than 200 books under the pen name W.E.B. Griffin and various other names and sold millions of copies. His most popular series include “Badge of Honor,” ”Clandestine Operations” and “Presidential Agent.”

19) Name the person,who was popularly known as ‘Grandfather of Climate Science’ died at the age of 87 in New York? 1) Max Planck 2) Rosalind Franklin 3) Francis Crick 4) Wallace Smith Broker 5) None of these Answer - 4) Wallace Smith Broker Explanation: Wallace Smith Broker, popular as ‘Grandfather of Climate Science’ died at the age of 87 at New York. He popularised the term ‘global warming’. He was the first scientist to recognize the Ocean Conveyor Belt which is said to have a major impact on climate including air temperature and rain patterns. He also stated that the release of greenhouse gases into the Earth’s atmosphere has an effect on the ocean currents.

20) Hindi author and literary critic Namwar Singh passed away at the age of 92 in NewDelhi recently.Name the book for which he received the Sahitya Akademi award for literary criticism in the year 1971? 1) Aangan Ke Par Dvar 2) Kavita Ke Naye Pratiman 3) Rasa Siddhanta 4) Nirala Ki Sahitya Sadhana 5) None of these Answer - 2) Kavita Ke Naye Pratiman Explanation: Mr.Namwar Singh from Varanasi, a famous Hindi author and known for his different approach in Hindi literature through criticism.He died in New Delhi at the age of 92. He received the Sahitya Akademi award for ‘Kavita Ke Naye Pratiman’ for literary criticism in the year 1971.His other notable works are ‘ Chhayavaad’ and ‘Dusari Parampara Ki Khoj’ .He was the former president of the All India Progressive Writers’ Association (AIPWA).

21) Pratik Choudhary passed away in Kolkata, West Bengal at the age of 55.He belongs to which of the following field? 1) Writer 2) Cricketer 3) Politician 4) Singer

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5) None of these Answer - 4) Singer Explanation: Bengali singer Pratik Choudhary passed away in Kolkata, West Bengal due to cardiac arrest.He’s popular for songs like Sakhi Tumi Kar (1980), Ek Je AachheKanya (2001) and Patalghar (2003) and has performed with famous singers in various concerts.He hailed from West Bengal.

22) Kodi Ramakrishna passed away at the age of 69.He belongs to which of the following field? 1) Writer 2) Actor 3) Politician 4) Film Director 5) None of these Answer - 4) Film Director Explanation: On 22nd February 2019, Kodi Ramakrishna, Telugu film director died due to ill health.He directed more than 100 films over a period of 30 years. He originally hails from Palakollu in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh.He directed numerous blockbuster films like ‘Mangammagari Manavadu’, ‘Muddula Mavayya’ and ‘Muvva Gopaludu’.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

1) Who was the writer of the book “Law, Justice and Judicial Power – Justice P N Bhagwati’s Approach”,which is released by Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi? 1) Mool Chand Sharma 2) Ramachandra Guha 3) Shashi Tharoor 4) Sir Ahmed Salman Rushdie 5) None of these Answer - 1) Mool Chand Sharma Explanation: The book “Law, Justice and Judicial Power – Justice P N Bhagwati’s Approach” written by Mool Chand Sharma was launched by the Chief Justice of India, Shri Justice Ranjan Gogoi. The first edition of the book was received by President Ramnath Govind.Justice Bhagwati aka “father of public interest litigation in India”also referred to as “harbinger of environmental jurisprudence” and a “judicial statesman”.

2) Who released the book ‘What Marx Left Unsaid’ authoured by Dr. Malay Chaudhari, Dr. Arindam Chaudhari and Che Kabir Chaudhari ? 1) Ram Nath Kovind 2) Manish Tewari 3) Venkaiah Naidu 4) Narendra Modi 5) None of these Answer - 2) Manish Tewari Explanation: Indian Politician and author, Manish Tewari, launched ‘What Marx Left Unsaid’ – Production of Skills by Means of Skills, authored by Dr. Malay Chaudhari, Dr. Arindam Chaudhari and Che Kabir Chaudhari at Indian International Centre, New Delhi. The book speaks about why human beings must earn as per their skills, which will in turn determine their ability to contribute to society.The book is

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deemed special as it is written jointly by 3 generations of authors of the same family.The book is published by Times Group.

3) Name the book authoured by Rakesh Anand Bakshi that released on World Radio Day (WRD- 2019)? 1) Lost Sound: The Forgotten Art of Radio Storytelling 2) Radio Goes to War: The Cultural Politics of Propaganda during World War II 3) Let’s Talk On Air: Conversations with Radio Presenters 4) Rebels on the Air: An Alternative History of Radio in America 5) None of these Answer - 3) Let’s Talk On Air: Conversations with Radio Presenters Explanation: The book titled “Let’s Talk On Air: Conversations with Radio Presenters” has been authored by Rakesh Anand Bakshi,which will be launched on World Radio Day (WRD-2019) on February 13 in Mumbai. This book is depicted as the comprehensive guide on radio-presenting in India.This book explains the lives of 14 popular radio presenters in India – from the legendary Ameen Sayani to present-day RJs who have been entertaining us via the airwaves.

4) Which of the following book is released by Hamid Ansari and authoured by P Chidambaram? 1) The Wonder That Was India 2) Freedom at Midnight 3) The Discovery of India 4) Undaunted: Saving the Idea of India 5) None of these Answer - 4) Undaunted: Saving the Idea of India Explanation: Former Vice President Hamid Ansari on 8th Feb. 2019, launched the new book of former Finance Minister P Chidambaram named “Undaunted: Saving the Idea of India” at Nehru Memorial Museum, New Delhi. The book is a collection of essays on the country’s atmosphere of fear and how the constitutional values are being threatened.

5) Name the Book written by Mr. Dinesh Shahra and launched by Governor of West Bengal, Keshari Nath Tripathi ? 1) In Search of Lost Time 2) The Great Gatsby 3) Simplicity & Wisdom 4) War and Peace 5) None of these Answer - 3) Simplicity & Wisdom Explanation: ‘Simplicity & Wisdom’ written by Dinesh Shahra was launched at Parmarth Ashram in Kumbh Mela. Launched by the Governor of West Bengal– Keshari Nath Tripathi and Swami Chidanand Saraswati, Head of Parmarth Ashram, this book is dedicated to Late Vedanti Swami Pragananandji. The book aims at guiding towards saintly wisdom and leading a content and happy life.

6) Which of the following Politician’s Speeches are compiled as a book titled "Selected Speeches: Volume-1" and released by Former President Shri Pranab Mukherjee recently? 1) Sushma Swaraj 2) Piyush Goyal 3) Narendra Modi 4) Venkaiah Naidu 5) None of these

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Answer - 4) Venkaiah Naidu Explanation: Former President Shri Pranab Mukherjee released the book, which is a compilation of 92 selected speeches of Vice President Shri Venkaiah Naidu, in New Delhi. It contains the wide experience of the Vice President in Public Affairs. Mr. Mukherjee and Mr. Naidu also paid homage to the martyrs of Pulwama terror attack and said that the country must stand together to fight against terrorism.

7) Who is the author of Banned Punjabi Poem ‘Khooni Vaisakhi’ on the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre to be published in English after 99 years? 1) Sahib Singh 2) Mohan Singh 3) Nanak Singh 4) Sohan Singh Seetal 5) None of these Answer – 3) Nanak Singh Explanation: The banned Punjabi poem ‘Khooni Vaisakhi’ on the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre which was written by Punjabi writer Nanak Singh in 1919, will be published next month by Harper Collins in English. The poem was presented at Jallianwala Bagh on 13th April, 1919 by Nanak Singh also known as ‘Father of Punjabi Novels’ But this poem was banned by the British after its publication in 1920 as this poem was a blasting critique of the British. After so many years, this poem was rediscovered and was translated to English by Navdeep Suri. To mark the centenary of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, this poem will be published by Harper Collins.

8) Who launched the book ‘Quality, Accreditation and Ranking – A Silent Revolution in the Offing in Indian Higher Education‘ edited by EPSI’s Alternate President, Dr. H Chaturvedi? 1) Arun Jaitley 2) Venkaiah Naidu 3) Narendra Modi 4) Ram Nath Kovind 5) None of these Answer - 2) Venkaiah Naidu Explanation: Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu publicized the book titled ‘Quality, Accreditation and Ranking – A Silent Revolution in the Offing in Indian Higher Education‘ edited by EPSI’s Alternate President, Dr. H Chaturvedi at the book launch function organized by the Education Promotion Society for India (EPSI), BIMTECH and Bloomsbury Pvt Ltd. The book contains articles, essays and research papers authored by some of the prominent educationists, policy makers, researchers and a media person.It presents an analysis of the past and present scenario in the Indian Higher Education and also focuses on how to raise the quality of colleges and universities to enable them compete globally.

IMPORTANT DAYS

1) UNESCO announced which year as The International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements in Paris, on 29th January 2019? 1) 2019 2) 2020 3) 2021 4) 2022 5) None of these Answer - 1) 2019

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Explanation: On January 29, 2019, UNESCO launched 2019 as The International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements in Paris. The launch of International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements 2019 also recognized 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements by the Russian scientist, Dmitri Mendeleev,one of the father of Modern Chemistry.

2) What was the theme of World Wetlands Day celebrated on 2nd February 2019? 1) Conservation of Wetlands 2) Wetlands and Climate Change 3) Wetlands and the Environment 4) Wetland Preservation 5) None of these Answer - 2) Wetlands and Climate Change Explanation: World Wetlands Day is celebrated every year on the 2nd of February to raise global awareness on the value of wetlands for humanity and the planet. Theme of World Wetlands Day 2019 is “Wetlands and Climate Change”.

3) What was the theme of the World Cancer Day 2019 observed on 4th February 2019? 1) I Am and I Will 2) Fight and Shine 3) We can. I can. 4) Survivors’ Stories 5) None of these Answer – 1) I Am and I Will Explanation: World Cancer Day is celebrated on February 4 to create awareness about cancer and encourage its prevention,and treatment.World Cancer Day launched a new three year campaign with the theme “I Am and I Will.”

4) When was the 30th National Road Safety Week themed “Sadak Suraksha-Jeevan Raksha” inaugurated in New Delhi? 1) February 4 2) February 5 3) February 2 4) February 3 5) None of these Answer - 1) February 4 Explanation: On 4th February 2019, External Affairs Minister Smt Sushma Swaraj and Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shipping and Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Shri Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the 30th National Road Safety Week, 2019 at Gandhi Smriti and Darshan, Rajghat, New Delhi. The theme of the 30th National Road Safety Week is “Sadak Suraksha-Jeevan Raksha”.

5) Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) declared _____ as the Year of Road Safety? 1) 2019 2) 2020 3) 2021

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4) 2022 5) None of these Answer - 1) 2019 Explanation: To underline its commitment and support for promoting safety on Indian roads, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has declared 2019 as the Year of Road Safety.

6) Which company in collaboration with Amar Chitra Katha launched a set of comic books called Swachha Safar and Surakshit Yatra which are aimed at creating awareness on the issue among children, on 4th February 2019? 1) Ola 2) Redbus 3) Uber 4) Meru 5) None of these Answer - 3) Uber Explanation: On the occasion, Uber in collaboration with Amar Chitra Katha launched a set of comic books called Swachha Safar and Surakshit Yatra which are aimed at creating awareness on the issue among children.

7) International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation was observed on? 1) February 4 2) February 5 3) February 6 4) February 7 5) None of these Answer-3) February 6 Explanation: February 6th is observed as the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM),which is also called as Female Genital Cutting (FGC) that is , removal of all or part of a female’s genitalia for non-medical reasons. The theme for the year 2019 is #EndGFM.

8) Which Ministry Observed Ujjwala Utsav to celebrate the role of the stakeholders in reaching the target of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana(PMUY)? 1) Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers 2) Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas 3) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare 4) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy 5) None of these Answer-2) Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas Explanation: On February 7,2019 ,Oil industry observed Ujjwala Utsav to celebrate the role of the stakeholders in making Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, a resounding success.This event was organised by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to encourage and motivate the field force for their contribution to PMUY scheme.During this ceremony,PMUY Anthem was launched which was composed by eminent singer Kailash Kher.

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4) February 10 5) None of these Answer - 3) February 8 Explanation: National Cleft Day is Observed on February 8,2019.India’s first toll free national cleft helpline named Smile Train India cleft Helpline launched by Smile Train India on National Cleft Day.The number 18001038301 is accessible to people throughout India and they can receive 100% free, quality and safe cleft treatment.It will create awareness about cleft surgery support by Smile Train and their partner hospitals across India.

10) When was the First ever World Pulses day is Celebrated? 1) February 7 2) February 8 3) February 9 4) February 10 5) None of these Answer - 4) February 10 Explanation: February 10, 2019, was the first-ever World Pulses Day, a United Nations global event to celebrate pulses worldwide and continue the important gains made with the 2016 International Year of Pulses. In December 2013, the United Nations (UN) General Assembly voted unanimously to declare 2016 as the International Year of Pulses (IYP), to celebrate, raise awareness and promote the consumption of pulses at events around the globe.

11) What was the theme of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science,observed on 11th February? 1) Workers on the Move: Defend Your Human Rights 2) Workers on the Move: for Inclusive Green Growth 3) Investment in Women and Girls in Science and Defend Your Human Rights 4) Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth 5) None of these Answer - 4) Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth Explanation: The United Nations (UN) General Assembly declared 11th February as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, in order to achieve full and equal participation and access to women and girls in science, and to further achieve gender equality and empowerment of women and girls. As per the UNESCO data (2014-16), only about 30% of all female students select STEM-related fields in higher education .The theme for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science was “Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth.

12) When was the World day of the Sick observed? 1) 8th February 2) 9th February 3) 11th February 4) 10th February 5) None of these Answer - 3) 11th February Explanation: 11th February is observed as the World Day of the Sick. It was initiated by Pope John Paul II in 1992 with an aim to encourage people to pray for those who suffer from ill and for their caregivers.World Day of the Sick was observed for the first time on 11th February 1993.

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13) When was the National Deworming Day is Observed for the year 2019? 1) February 8 2) February 9 3) February 10 4) February 11 5) None of these Answer - 1) February 8 Explanation: National Deworming Day(NDD) 2019 was observed on 8th of February,two days prior to its usual date(February 10) with a motive to showcase the importance of worm free lives and maintaining sanitation.Since February 10 was Sunday and all Schools,Anganwadi’s are on leave,the objective of NDD becomes ineffectual.So taking this into consideration the Ministry of Health and Family welfare notified that NDD will be observed on February 8 for the year 2019.Itis a single fixed-day approach to treating intestinal worm infections in all children aged 1- 19 years. It will mobilize health personnel, state governments and other stakeholders to prioritize investment in control of Soil Transmitted Helminth (STH) infections one of the most common infections.Adequate supply of Albendazole tablets at healthcare and Anganwadi centres.Spreading awareness on safe drinking water and sanitation.

14) National Productivity Council (NPC) Celebrates National Productivity Week from ______? 1) February 10 to16 2) February 12 to 18 3) February 8 to14 4) February 6 to12 5) None of these Answer - 2) February 12 to 18 Explanation: On 12th February 2019, National Productivity Council (NPC) has commemorated its 61st Foundation Day as Productivity Day. NPC is celebrating National Productivity Week from 12th Feb to 18th Feb, 2019.The theme of this year’s Productivity Day is “Circular Economy for Productivity and Sustainability”.This is to signify a distinctive opportunity for circular business representative models for ‘Make-Use-Return’ for further economic prospects and revitalization of materials. The inauguration was organized to discuss the challenges, problems and repercussions from the execution of the circular economy which will augment productivity and create jobs. During the Productivity Week, workshops were organized in New Delhi and seminars were organized by regional Directorate of NPC at Kolkata, Guwahati, Chennai, Chandigarh and Bhubaneshwar.National Productivity council is going to play a vital role in achieving the growth target to raise the Indian Economy to the level of USD 5 trillion by 2025 and USD 10 trillion by 2035.

15) What is the theme of the National Productivity day,that is observed on February 12,2019? 1) Pruduction and Sustained Ecoonmy 2) Production for wealthier Nation 3) Revised Economy for enhancing Productivity 4) Circular Economy for Productivity and Sustainability 5) None of these Answer - 4) Circular Economy for Productivity and Sustainability Explanation: On 12th February 2019, National Productivity Council (NPC) has commemorated its 61st Foundation Day as Productivity Day. NPC is celebrating National Productivity Week from 12th Feb to 18th Feb, 2019.The theme of this year’s Productivity Day is “Circular Economy for Productivity and

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Sustainability”.This is to signify a distinctive opportunity for circular business representative models for ‘Make-Use-Return’ for further economic prospects and revitalization of materials.

16) What is the Theme of the World Radio Day,that is observed on February 13,2019? 1) “Dialogue, Tolerance and Peace” 2) ”Living a life with Radio” 3) ”Radio and the World” 4) ”Radio tool to Patience” 5) None of these Answer - 1) “Dialogue, Tolerance and Peace” Explanation: On 13th February 2019, the 8th edition of World Radio Day is celebrated globally by The United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to commemorate radio as a powerful and influential medium that has been in existence for over 80 years. This year World Radio is celebrated with the theme of “Dialogue, Tolerance and Peace”.World Radio day signifies the era where people throughout the world listen to radio and how it has shaped everyone’s life.

17) International Darwin Day is celebrated on February 12,as the commemoration of which British Scientist? 1) Dorothy Darwin Hodgkin 2) Michael Faraday Darwin 3) Charles Darwin 4) Brian Cox Darwin 5) None of these Answer - 3) Charles Darwin Explanation: The legacy of the British scientist “Charles Darwin” was celebrated across the globe by various scientists, activists, and fans as ‘International Darwin Day’ on 12th February every year.This year on 12th February has marked the 210th birth anniversary of the Charles Darwin’s birth.Darwin Day, an international event aims to educate and inspire people around the globe to reflect the importance of the scientific discovery, thinking, works, curiosity to find new things, etc. of Charles Darwin.

18) What is the theme of the World Day of Social Justice observed on February 20,2019? 1) Theme-‘ Rights and Responsibilities’ 2) Theme-‘ Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers’ 3) Theme-‘If you want Peace and Development, Work for Social Justice’ 4) Theme-‘ Life and Dignity of the Human Person’ 5) None of these Answer - 3) Theme-‘If you want Peace and Development, Work for Social Justice’ Explanation: World Day of Social Justice will be observed on Feb.20 every year to create attentiveness about social justice based on gender, age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture or disability. This day promotes peaceful and prosperous coexistence among different nations. It also creates awareness throughout the world about values of gender equality or the rights of indigenous peoples and migrants. Theme of 2019 – ‘If you want Peace and Development, Work for Social Justice’ to focuses on the goal of achieving full employment for the bottom 40 per cent of people and support for social integration. On 26th November 2007, The United Nations General Assembly has approved to observe 20 February every year and started to activate from 2009, as the World Day of Social Justice.

19) When was the foundation day of National Commission for Scheduled Tribes celebrated? 1) February 19 2) February 18

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3) February 17 4) February 20 5) None of these Answer - 1) February 19,2019 Explanation: National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) was set up on 19th February, 2004 through Constitution (89th Amendment) Act. The Commission is celebrating fifteen years on 19th February, 2019. On this occasion, the Commission has brought out a book titled “Janjatiya Swadhinta Sangram” in Hindi. The book, is released by Hon’ble Vice President of India, brings out the little unknown facets of the freedom struggle of tribal people in the country. The book highlights the contribution of tribal uprising against british regime during freedom struggle.

20) What was the theme of the International Mother Language day observed on February 21,2019? 1) Theme - “If You Want Peace & Development, Work for Social Justice” 2) Theme –“ Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth” 3) Theme - “Indigenous languages matter for development, peace building and reconciliation” 4) Theme -“Holocaust Remembrance: Demand and Defend Your Human Rights" 5) None of these Answer -3) Theme - “Indigenous languages matter for development, peace building and reconciliation” Explanation: International Mother Language day is observed annually on February 21 since 2000. It is observed to promote linguistic diversity and multilingual education.Theme for the year 2019- “Indigenous languages matter for development, peace building and reconciliation”.The idea of celebrating International Mother Language day came from Bangladesh and WestBengal,which celebrates this day as “Bhasha Shahid Dibash/Matri Bhasha Dibash/Language Martyrs’ Day” as a commemoration of Bangladeshis war to recognize the Bangla language.

21) What was the theme of the World Thinking Day celebrated on 22nd February,2019? 1) Wisdom 2) Knowledge 3) Leadership 4) Perception 5) None of these Answer - 3) Leadership Explanation: Every year, Girl Scouts and Girl Guides celebrate the World Thinking Day on 22nd February. The theme of World Thinking Day 2019 is ‘Leadership’. The aim is to learn the different ways to be a leader and develop the power to bring the change a person wants to see in the world.The day is significant as it was the birthday of Scouting and Guiding founder Lord Robert Baden-Powelland of Lady Olave Baden- Powell, his wife and World Chief Guide.

22) Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram celebrated Statehood Day on which of the following date? 1) February 21 2) February 20 3) February 22 4) February 23 5) None of these Answer - 2) February 20 Explanation: The northeastern states Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh observed their Statehood Day with numerous

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cultural events and sports meets on February 20,2019.It is 32nd and 47th Statehood Day of Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh respectively.

23) Central Excise day is observed annually on ______? 1) 25th February 2) 24th February 3) 26th February 4) 22nd February 5) None of these Answer - 2) 24th February Explanation: Central Excise day is observed annually on 24th February in India. Various programs and seminars were organized New Delhi and other states.Numerous programs were conducted to spread awareness among the buyers and the sellers regarding the new excise rules and regulations for easy implementation and maximum benefit.The day commemorates the establishment of the Central Excise and Salt Act on 24 February 1944.

24) When was the World NGO Day 2019 celebrated? 1) 25th February,2019 2) 26th February,2019 3) 27th February,2019 4) 28th February,2019 5) None of these Answer - 3) 27th February,2019 Explanation: On 27th February 2019, the human Right activists and all individuals celebrated world NGO Day 2019. It was officially recognized and declared by the 12 member countries of the IX Baltic Sea NGO Forum of the Council of the Baltic Sea States and first time marked by the rest of the world, UN, EU leaders and international organizations in 2014. The day is for NGOs around the globe to display the efforts and achievements of non-profit and non-governmental organizations from all sectors. It also plays a significant role and is appreciated around the world.NGO Day serves as an opportunity to discuss the issues that affect their work and form partnership through which they can resolve a mutual problem. It aims to inspire people to encourage and become more active to be involved within NGOs, private and public sector for the betterment of society.It provides an opportunity to honour and remember NGO founders, employees, volunteers, members and supporters all around the world.

Static GK Q & A – February 2019

1) Where is Blackbuck National Park located? Gujarat

2) Name the MD and CEO and headquarters of ICICI Bank? MD & CEO - Sandeep Bakshi; Headquarters – Mumbai

3) What is the capital and currency of Israel? Capital – Jerusalem; Currency – Shekel

4) Who is the MD and CEO of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank? Samith Ghosh

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5) The Governor of Gujarat is ____? Om Prakash Kohli

6) Name the CEO and headquarters of Oriental Bank Of Commerce? CEO - Mukesh Kumar Jain; Headquarters – Gurugram

7) Where is Mollem National Park located? Goa

8) What is the capital and currency of Bhutan? Capital – Thimphu; Currency – Ngultrum

9) Who is the Chairperson of Defence Acquisition Council (DAC)? Nirmala Sitharaman

10) What is the tag line of Bank of India? Relationships beyond Banking

11) Who is the President of South Africa? Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa

12) What is the capital and currency of Venezuela? Capital – Caracas; Currency – Bolivar

13) Where is Bir Moti Bagh wildlife Sanctuary located? Punjab

14) Governor of Sikkim is ____? Ganga Prasad

15) Name the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh? N Chandrababu Naidu

16) Who is the founder Director of Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC)? S. Unnikrishnan Nair

17) Governor of West Bengal is _____? Keshari Nath Tripathi

18) What is the Capital and Currency of New Zealand? Capital - Wellington; Currency - New Zealand Dollar

19) Which state houses the Mukurthi National Park? Tamil Nadu

20) Name the Chairman of International Cricket Council (ICC)? Shashank Manohar

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21) Which state houses the Dal Lake? Jammu and Kashmir

22) Navjot Kaur is related to which sport? Hockey

23) Name the capital and currency of El Salvador? Capital – San Salvador; Currency -United States Dollar

24) What is the tagline of Corporation Bank? A Premier Public Sector Bank, Prosperity for all

25) Who is the CEO of Indian Bank? Padmaja Chundru

26) Sarfraz Ahmed is related to which sport? Answer - Cricket

27) What is the capital and currency of Israel? Capital – Jerusalem; Currency - Israeli new shekel

28) Who is the Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services? Lt Gen Bipin Puri

29) President of Nepal is ____? Bidhya Devi Bhandari

30) Name the Governor of Maharashtra? C. Vidyasagar Rao

31) Where is Ellora Caves located? Answer - Maharashtra

32) Which state houses River Sal? Answer - Goa

33) Who is the CEO of Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) also known as Ayushman Bharat? Indu Bhushan

34) Shubman Gill is related to which sport? Answer - Cricket

35) What is the capital and currency of Monaco? Capital - Monaco (Monaco is a city-state); Currency – Euro

36) Who is the President of Panama? Juan Carlos Vasela

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37) Where is the HeadQuarter of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) located? Washington, D.C., United States

38) Who is the Governor of RBI? Shaktikanta Das

39) What is the Capital and Currency of Thailand? Capital- Bangkok and Currency- Thai baht

40) Who is the president of Ukraine? Petro Poroshenko

41) Who is the Chief Minister of Manipur? Nongthombam Biren Singh

42) Who is the Secretary General of Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN)? Lim Jock Hoi

43) Where is the Headquarters of State Bank of India located? Mumbai

44) Who is the President of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)? Naveen N.D Gupta

45) Who is the Governor of Uttar Pradesh? Ram Naik

46) Who is the President of Pakistan? Arif Alvi

47) Where is the Head quarter of Asian Development Bank (ADB) located? Manila, Philippines

48) Who is the MD & CEO of Allahabad Bank? S. S. Mallikarjuna Rao

49) What is the Capital and Currency of Canada? Capital- Ottawa; Currency- Canadian Dollar.

50) Which Country will host the 2024 Summer Olympics? Paris, France

51) Where is the Headquarter of International Labour Organization (ILO) located? Answer - Geneva, Switzerland

52) Who is the Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare? Jagat Prakash Nadda

53) What is the Capital and Currency of Marshall Islands? Capital- Majuro ; Currency- US Dollar

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54) Which year was celebrated as the International Year of Pulses? 2016

55) Who is the PrimeMinister of Japan? Shinzo Abe

56) Who is the Union Miniter of Food Processing Industries? Harsimrat Kaur Badal

57) What is the Capital and Currency of United States of America? Capital -Washington, D. C.; Currency- US Dollar.

58) Who is the Prime Minister of Bhutan? Lotay Tshering

59) What is the Headquarter of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO)? Paris, France

60) Who is the Chief Minister of Bihar? Nitish Kumar

61) Who is the Governor of Karnataka? Vajubhai Vala

62) What is the Capital and Currency of Norway? Capital –Oslo;Currency – Norwegian Krone

63) Who is the Union minister of State Youth Affairs & Sport? Rajyavardhan Rathore

64) Where is the Headquarter of Bureau of Police Research and Development located? NewDelhi

65) Who is the Prime Minister of Israel? Benjamin Netanyahu

66) Who is the Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change? Harsh Vardhan

67) What is the Capital and Currency of Greece? Capital – Athens;Currency – Euro

68) Who is the Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog? Vice Chairman – Rajiv Kumar

69) Where is the Headquarter of UNESCO located? Paris, France

70) Who is the Prime Minister of Russia? Dmitry Medvedev

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71) What is the Capital and Currency of Finland? Capital – Helsinki;Currency – Euro

72) Who is the President of Argentina? Mauricio Macri

73) Where is the Headquarters of World Health Organization (WHO) located? Geneva, Switzerland

74) What is the tagline of Yes Bank? Experience our Expertise

75) Where is the Headquarters of Asian Football Confederation (AFC) located? Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

76) Who is the Chief Minister of Karnataka? H. D. Kumaraswamy

77) What is the Capital and Currency of United States? Capital- Washington, D.C. ; Currency- US Dollar

78) Who is the Prime Minister of Bangladesh? Prime Minister: Sheikh Hasina

79) Where is the Headquarter of The Energy and Resources Institute’ (TERI) located? NewDelhi

80) Who is the Director General of International Labour Organization(ILO) Guy Ryder

81) Who is the President of UAE? Khalifa bin zayed al nahyan

82) Where is the Headquarters of World Health Organization located? Geneva, Switzerland

83) Who is the Chief of Indian Air Force(IAF)? Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa

84) What is the Capital and Currency of UAE? Capital: Abu Dhabi;Currency: UAE Dirham

85) Who is the MD and CEO of ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund? MD and CEO:Nimesh Shah

86) Who is the Prime Minister of Pakistan? Imran Khan

87) Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary is located in which State? Odisha

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88) Who is the Union Minister of Housing and Urban affairs? Hardeep Singh Puri

89) What is the Capital of Pakistan? Islamabad

90) Loans under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) is covered under which scheme? Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU)

91) Who is the Chief Minister of Haryana? Manohar Lal

92) What is the Capital and Currency of Saudi Arabia? Capital: Riyadh; Currency : Saudi Riyal

93) Who is the Chairman of Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)? S. Ramesh

94) Where is Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary located? Kerala

95) Who is the President of Iran? Hassan Rouhani

96) Who is the Chief Minister of Kerala? Pinarayi Vijayan

97) Where is the Headquarter of Fédération Internationale de Football Association(FIFA) located? Zürich, Switzerland

98) Who was the Governor of Uttarakhand? Baby Rani Maurya

99) During which year Astronomical Society of India was established? 1972

100) Which state houses the Moozhiyar Dam? Kerala

101) Who is the Chief Minister of Maharashtra? Devendra Fadnavis

102) What is the capital and currency of Germany? Capital –Berlin;Currency-Euro

103) Who is the Governor of Kerala? Palanisamy Sathasivam

104) In which year Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme (DDRS) was implemented? 1999

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105) Who is the president of South Korea? Moon Jae-in

106) Who is the chief of Indian Army? General Bipin Rawat

107) Dibang Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which State/UT? Arunachal Pradesh

108) Who is the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh? Pema Khandu

109) Kavaratti island is located in which State/UT? Lakshadweep

110) Where is the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR) located? Answer – Uttar Pradesh

111) What is the Capital and Currency of Argentina? Capital: Buenos Aires; Currency:Peso

112) Who is the Prime Minister of Spain? Pedro Sanchez

113) What is the Capital and Currency of Morocco? Capital: Rabat and Currency:Moroccan Dirham

114) Who is the President of Bulgaria? Rumen Radev

115) What is the Capital of Tripura? Agartala

116) Who is the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh? Pema Khandu

117) What is the Capital and Currency of Iran? Capital – Tehran and Currency – Iranian Rial

118) Who is the Governor of Odisha? Ganeshi Lal

119) Who is the President of Iran? Hassan Rouhani

120) What is the Capital of Arunachal Pradesh? Itanagar

121) Who is the Chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)? Pranab Kumar Das

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122) Where is the headquarters of Association of Southeast Asian Nations(ASEAN) is located? Jakarta, Indonesia

123) Who is the President of Japan? Shinzo Abe

124) What is the Capital and Currency of USA? Capital - Washington D. C. and Currency - US Dollar

125) Who is the Chairman & Managing Director of SIDBI? Mohammad Mustafa

126) Who was the Chief of the Army Staff? General Bipin Rawat

127) What is the Capital and Currency of Srilanka? Capial: Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (Administrative) & Colombo (Commercial) and Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee

128) Who is the President of South Africa? Cyril Ramaphosa

129) Where is the headquarter of Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) located? Zurich, Switzerland

130) What is the currency of South Korea? South Korean won

131) Who is the President of Afghanistan? Ashraf Ghani

132) What is the Capital of Haryana? Chandigarh

133) Where is the Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary located? Answer – Madhya Pradesh

134) Who is the Chief Minister of Delhi? Arvind Kejriwal

135) Who is the Governor of Nagaland? Padmanabha Acharya

136) Dhanka tribe belongs to which state? Rajasthan

137) Who is the CEO of Allahabad Bank? CH. S. S. Mallikarjuna Rao

138) What is the capital and currency of Italy? Capital – Rome;Currency – Euro

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139) Who is the Chairman of Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)? Subhash Chandra Khuntia

140) Where is the Bandipur Tiger Reserve And National Park located? Karnataka

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