Current Affairs MCQs – 23 April 2018 “Get Individual Test Series at Rs. 129 Only” For Daily Updates Follow Our Telegram Channel and Group: https://t.me/govjobadda https://t.me/bank_ssc_preparation Q1. World Book and Copyright Day is observed on A. 22 April B. 23 April C. 24 April D. 25 April Answer: B Explanation: World Book Day or World Book and Copyright Day (also known as International Day of the Book or World Book Days) is a yearly event on April 23rd. It is organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), to promote reading, publishing and copyright. Q2. ______high court became the first court in south India to introduce e-court fee payment facility. A. Kerala B. Karnataka C. Madras D. Hyderabad Answer: C Explanation: The Madras High Court on Friday became the first court in south India and eighth in the country to introduce e-court fee payment facility. Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami and Chief Justice Indira Banerjee jointly launched the facility at the principal seat of the High Court here as well as its Madurai Bench. Q3. Digambarpur is India’s Best Gram Panchayat. It is in which state? A. West Bengal B. Uttarakhand C. Bihar D. Assam Answer: A Explanation: The central government has declared Digambarpur gram panchayat in South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal as the best panchayat in the country. Digambarpur under Pathar Pratima block has emerged the best among those 1000 gram panchayats. Of the 2.5 lakh gram panchayats in the country, the central government had selected 1000 and watched their function. The survey was conducted by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. Q4. Which bank entered into an agreement for information utility services with the National E-Governance Services Limited (NeSL). A. IOB B. BOB C. IDBI D. PNB Answer: A Explanation: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) entered into an agreement for information utility services with the National E-Governance Services Limited (NeSL). With this agreement, the IOB branches will be able to provide high-quality, authenticated information about debts and defaults; which will have more transparency in maintaining the list of borrowers, debtors, creditors and loan defaulters. Q5. The 8th South Asian Judo Championship being held in which country? A. Nepal B. India C. Bangladesh D. Bhutan Answer: A Explanation: The 8th South Asian Judo Championship has begun in Lalitpur, Nepal. On the first day of the championship, Indian women have won all 4 gold medals. India's L. Sushila Devi got a first gold medal for the country in minus 48 kg category. She defeated Humaira Ashiq of Pakistan in the final. Within few minutes Kalpana Devi Thoudam also won gold in minus 52 kg. Kalpana beat Maryam of Pakistan. In minus 57 kg. category A. Anita Chanu bagged third gold for the country by defeating Lila Adhikari of Nepal. In the last bout of the day H. Sunibala Devi defeated Phupu Lhamu Khatri of Nepal in minus 63 kg category and won fourth gold medal for India. This is the fourth time Nepal is hosting South Asian Judo Championship. Q6. _______ has won the Monte Carlo Masters final. A. Kei Nishikori B. Rafael Nadal C. B Pryan D. None of these Answer: B Explanation: Rafael Nadal won a record 31st Masters title after beating Kei Nishikori 6-3, 6-2 in the Monte Carlo Masters final. Nadal also became the first man in the Open era to win the same title 11 times -- 13 years after his first title. Q7. Who Inaugurated the 29th National Road Safety Week in New Delhi’s Vigyan Bhavan? A. Rajnath Singh B. Venkaiah Naidu C. Gadkari D. None of these Answer: C Explanation: Gadkari Inaugurated the 29th National Road Safety Week in New Delhi’s Vigyan Bhavan. The Ministry organizes the Road Safety Week every year to create awareness among general public and improve the safety of road users. This year, Road Safety Week is being organized from 23rd to 29th of April and the focus is on schools and commercial drivers. The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has launched a scheme for setting up of Driving Training Centre to provide quality training to commercial vehicle drivers, improve road and environment safety and strengthen overall mobility on roads. Q8. The first ever International SME Convention being held in which city? A. Mumbai B. New Delhi C. Patna D. Bengaluru Answer: B Explanation: The first ever International SME Convention being held in New Delhi from 22nd to 24th April 2018. Delegates from 37 countries are participating. Some of the participating countries are Australia, Austria, France, Indonesia, Italy, Kenya, Korea, Malaysia, Morocco, Nigeria, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Spain, Sri Lanka, South Africa and UAE. Delegates from these countries are representing small enterprises of their countries in the sectors of agriculture, healthcare, strategic defence training, education, logistics, digital entertainment and waste management. During the 2 days’ Convention a Khadi fashion show called “Transcending Boundaries” will be held. The Convention will be also hosting over 400 entrepreneurs from India. Q9. ______ has been announced as the brand ambassador of Bata India. A. Alia Bhatt B. Kriti Sanon C. Sonam Kapoor D. Katrina Kaif Answer: B Explanation: Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has been announced as the brand ambassador of Bata India. As Bata's new brand ambassador, she'll be seen promoting the brand's newly launched Bata Red Label fashion collection along with their other ranges. Q10. _______ was crowned the Professional Footballers' Association player of the year. A. Roberto Firmino B. Mohamed Salah C. Danny Ward D. Alberto Moreno Answer: B Explanation: Mohamed Salah was crowned the Professional Footballers' Association player of the year with his incredible 41-goal debut season at Liverpool. The 25-year-old was named Player of the Year at the 45th PFA Awards at Grosvenor House in central London. Q11. ________ ranked no.1 in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) singles rankings A. Caroline Wozniacki B. Simona Halep C. Caroline Wozniacki D. Elina Svitolina Answer: B Explanation: Romania's Simona Halep ranked no.1 in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) singles rankings released on Monday with 8,140 points. Spain's Rafael Nadal ranked no.1 in the men's Association of Tennis Professionals world singles rankings with 8,770 points. Q12. Tata Sons announced the appointment of ________ as Tata Group's President, Global Corporate Affairs. A. S Jaishankar B. V Rameshwar C. J Vishnu Rao D. None of these Answer: A Explanation: Tata Sons announced the appointment of former Indian foreign secretary S Jaishankar as Tata Group's President, Global Corporate Affairs. Jaishankar will report to Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran. In his new role, he will be responsible for the Tata group's global corporate affairs and international strategy development and Tata Sons' international offices will report to him. Q13. _____ has become the first city in India, that runs on 100% renewable energy during daytime. A. Diu B. Oulgaret C. Agartala D. Aizawl Answer: A Explanation: Diu Smart City has become the first city in India, that runs on 100% renewable energy during daytime setting a new benchmark for other cities to become clean and green. Q14. Photojournalist Mahmoud Abu Zeid, widely known as Shawkan, will be awarded UNESCO's World Press Freedom Prize. He belongs to which country? A. Iraq B. Israel C. Egypt D. UAE Answer: C Explanation: Detained Egyptian photojournalist Mahmoud Abu Zeid, widely known as Shawkan, will be awarded UNESCO's World Press Freedom Prize. Shawkan was arrested in August 2013 as he covered deadly clashes in Cairo between security forces and supporters of ousted Islamist president Mohamed Morsi. UNESCO will officially award its prize to Shawkan on May 2, to mark World Press Freedom Day. Q15. The first official World Creativity and Innovation Day is observed on A. 20 April B. 21 April C. 22 April D. 23 April Answer: B Explanation: the first official World Creativity and Innovation Day (#WCID) celebrated on 21st april. It is celebrated to encourage people to use creativity in problem-solving. 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