Sep 2018 Part -3

General Awareness Sep 2018 Part -3

Answer the following question by choosing the best option from the choices given.

1. Recently, the MHA has launched the e-Sahaj portal to facilitate investments: 1. seeking security clearance in certain sensitive 3. seeking security clearance in internal Ordnance areas. industries. 2. seeking tax sops in Make in India. 4. in manufacturing guns and ammunition in India. 5. None of the above Ans: 1 Solution: Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has launched e-Sahaj portal to facilitate individuals and private companies in seeking security clearance for setting up businesses in certain sensitive sectors. The portal aims to bring greater transparency in according security clearances to business proposals relating to sensitive sectors and geographical locations. e-Sahaj portal will help to strike healthy balance between meeting imperatives of national security and facilitating ease of doing business and promoting investment in the country.

2. Identify the states that will be a part of the joint-project of the Union, FAO and GEF to bring transformation in farming through conservation of biodiversity. 1. Assam, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and 3. Jharkhand, Odisha, Gujarat and Jammu Telangana 4. Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil 2. MP, Mizoram, Odisha, Rajasthan and Nadu Uttarakhand 5. None of the above Ans: 2 Solution: Union government (Agriculture and Environment ministries) along with UN body Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has launched agriculture project that seeks to bring transformative change in farm sector through conservation of biodiversity and forest landscapes. It will be implemented in five states viz. Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram, Odisha, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand. The project is being funded with US $33.5 million grant from Global Environment Facility (GEF).

3. Recently, the Union has signed a loan agreement for IBRD Credit for UKWDP. Which is the state in reference? 1. Andhra Pradesh 4. Punjab 2. Karnataka 5. None of the above 3. Uttarakhand Ans: 3

Solution: Union Government has inked USD 74 million loan agreement for International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) Credit for Uttarakhand Workforce Development Project (UKWDP). The objective of Uttarakhand Workforce Development Project (UKWDP) is to improve quality and relevance of training at priority Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and increase number of labor-market-relevant workers through short term training in Uttarakhand.

4. Recently, who has been appointed as the Chairman of Atomic Energy Commission and Secretary of Department of Atomic Energy? 1. Alankar Dresh Madan 4. Kamlesh Nilkanth Vyas 2. Divyander Suran Seth 5. None of the above 3. Shekhar Basu Ans: 4 Solution: Appointment Committee of the Cabinet has appointed renowned scientist Kamlesh Nilkanth Vyas as chairman of Atomic Energy Commission and secretary of Department of Atomic Energy (DAE). He will have tenure till he attains the age of 64 years, i.e. till May 2021. He will succeed Shekhar Basu. Basu was appointed to the post in October 2015 and his tenure was to end in September 2016. However, he was given two extensions of one year each one in 2016 and another in 2017 till September 2018.

5. Recently, the Bangladesh cabinet has approved draft agreement allowing India to use N sea ports in Bangladesh to transport cargo in northeastern states of India. What is the value of N? 1. 0 4. 3 2. 1 5. 2 3. 4 Ans: 5 Solution: Bangladesh Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has approved draft agreement allowing India to use its Chittagong and Mongla ports to transport cargo to and from its northeastern states. The draft was prepared after both neighboring countries had signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the use of two ports during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Dhaka in June, 2015.

6. Identify the areas of MoU between India and Malta as in 2018. 1. Maritime cooperation 4. All of the above 2. Tourism 5. None of the above 3. Training Ans: 4 Solution: India and Malta signed three Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) in the fields of Maritime Cooperation, Tourism and Training. These MoUs were signed after delegation level talks between Vice President Venkaiah Naidu and President of Malta, Ms. Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca.

7. Recently, the construction of India Bangladesh Friendship Product Pipeline Project has been launched. Identify the relevant. 1. LNG 4. CNG 2. refined diesel 5. None of the above 3. refined petrol Ans: 2 Solution: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina jointly launched the construction of India-Bangladesh Friendship Product Pipeline Project through video conferencing. It is first such pipeline through which refined diesel will be supplied to Bangladesh from India. The project involves construction of 130- kilometre long pipeline that will connect Siliguri in West Bengal and Parbatipur in Dinajpur district of Bangladesh.

8. Which of the following was launched on the 24th World Ozone Day observance in India? 1. Digital Inversion Thermodynamic Chiller 3. Chiller Star Labelling Program Program 4. Refrigerator Star Program 2. Inverter AC Program 5. None of the above Ans: 3 Solution: Union Ministry of Power has launched Chiller Star Labelling Program to encourage deployment of energy efficient chiller systems in the country. It was launched as part of occasion of 24th World Ozone Day and 31st Anniversary of Montreal Protocol, which was observed on 16th September 2018. The program was formulated by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). It envisages providing star rating in terms of its energy performance. Initially, the program has been launched on voluntary basis and will be valid up to 31st December 2020.

9. Recently, the Hyderabad International Airport was awarded Airports Council International Airport Service Quality World no.1 airport award in the X MPPA category. Fill X. 1. 20 to 25 4. 5 to 15 2. 5 to 10 5. None of the above 3. 15 to 20 Ans: 4 Solution: Hyderabad International Airport (Rajiv Gandhi International Airport) was awarded Airports Council International Airport Service Quality World no.1 airport award in the 5-15 Million Passengers Per Annum (MPPA) category. This is for the second consecutive year Hyderabad airport has won this award. It was adjudged World no 1 Airport in this category earlier in 2016. The award was bestowed in recognition of airport’s relentless efforts towards service excellence and customer delight.

10. The first lion safari of this state has been inaugurated at Nahargarh Biological Park. Which is the state? 1. Gujarat 4. Uttar Pradesh 2. West Bengal 5. Rajasthan 3. Madhya Pradesh Ans: 5 Solution: Rajasthan’s first lion safari was inaugurated at Nahargarh Biological Park. The park is located on Delhi-Jaipur National Highway in the Aravalli foothills, nearly 12 kilometers from state capital Jaipur (known as Pink City). It will be open for visitors from October 2018.

11. Recently, the CCEA has approved complete electrification broad gauge routes of the Indian Railways by: 1. 2021 - 22 4. 2018 - 19 2. 2020 - 21 5. None of the above 3. 2021 - 24 Ans: 1 Solution: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved 100% electrification broad gauge routes of Indian Railways (IR) by 2021-22. The 100% electrification will reduce use of imported fossil fuels thereby improve energy security. Reduction in consumption of high speed diesel oil will also result in reduction of GHG emissions, thus, reduce environmental impact of Railways.

12. Recently, the UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism was held in South Korea. What was the theme of this? 1. Urban Tourism in 2030 4. Sustainable Development and Urban Tourism 2. A 2030 Vision for Urban Tourism 5. None of the above 3. Urban Tourism and Global Economy Ans: 2 Solution: 7th UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism was held in Seoul, capital of South Korea from 16 to 19 September, 2018. The theme of the summit was ‘A 2030 Vision for Urban Tourism’. The summit was co-organized by World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and Seoul Metropolitan Government and supported by Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of South Korea Tourism Organization and Seoul Tourism Organization.

13. What is the moot of the report, Mission on Shifting Cultivation: Towards a Transformational Approach? 1. shifting cultivation prevents top-soil erosion 4. shifting cultivation ensures regular income to 2. shifting cultivation ensures water conservation farmers 3. shifting cultivation ensures inter-ministerial 5. None of the above convergence Ans: 3

Solution: NITI Aayog in its recently report has recommended that Ministry of Agriculture to take up mission on shifting cultivation to ensure inter-ministerial convergence between different ministries. The report was titled “Mission on Shifting Cultivation: Towards a Transformational Approach”. Central, State government departments of forests and environment, agriculture and allied departments have divergent approaches towards shifting cultivation. This creates confusion among grass-roots level workers and jhum farmer. It calls for policy coherence and recognising land for shifting cultivation as agricultural land where farmers practise agro-forestry for production of food rather than as forestland.

14. After how many years was the National Museum Research Bulletin recently released? 1. 3 years 4. 16 years 2. 5 years 5. None of the above 3. 10 years Ans: 4 Solution: Ministry of Culture has released National Museum Research Bulletin Number 10: Special issue. The bulletin was revived after gap of 16 years. It also has released Sindhu Ghati Sabhyata: Ek Parichay, a Hindi version of An Introduction To Indus Valley Civilization which among the bestsellers at National Museum.

15. Consider the scheme, Atal Bimit Vyakti Kalyan Yojna. Which agency has approved this? 1. World Bank 4. EPFO 2. Skill India 5. ESIC 3. NITI Aayog Ans: 5 Solution: The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has approved a new scheme- Atal Bimit Vyakti Kalyan Yojna for Insured Persons covered under the Employees’ State Insurance Act. This scheme is a relief payable in cash directly to their Bank Account in case of unemployment and while they search for new engagement. The decision was taken at the ESIC board meeting chaired by the Labour Minister Santosh Gangwar in New Delhi.

16. Recently, India and Romania have agreed to intensify cooperation at the United Nations and other agencies to address: 1. global challenges 4. Third World disorder 2. climate change 5. None of the above 3. trade wars Ans: 1 Solution: India and Romania have agreed to intensify cooperation at the United Nations and other multilateral fora in order to address global challenges. It was issued in a statement after one to one talks between Vice President Venkaiah Naidu and President of Romania, Mr. Klaus Werner Lohannis in Bucharest. Romania was appreciated for its support to India’s bid for permanent membership of United Nations Security Council.

17. Recently, India and Sri Lanka have signed an MoU for the construction of a 5000-metric ton temperate controlled warehouse in: 1. Kandy 4. Sigiriya 2. Dambulla 5. None of the above 3. Galle Ans: 2 Solution: India and Sri Lanka signed an MoU for construction of a 5000-metric ton temperature controlled warehouse in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. The warehouse will be constructed with an Indian grant assistance of 30 crore Sri Lankan rupees. The project envisages construction of a 5000-metric ton temperature controlled warehouse for fruits and vegetables to minimize its post-harvest losses. This initiative will benefit the farming community by reducing the wastage, particularly in the peak season when there is surplus production.

18. Which of the following actors will promote and endorse the Skill India Mission? 1. Varun Dhawan, Aditi Rao Hydari 4. Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan 2. Salman Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez 5. None of the above 3. Varun Dhawan, Anushka Sharma Ans: 3 Solution: Actors Varun Dhawan and Anushka Sharma have been signed on to promote and endorse the Skill India Mission, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The actors through their film are saluting India’s entrepreneurs and skilled workforce, especially homegrown artisans, craftspeople and weavers.

19. Recently, Dr. Raghupati Singhania has been conferred with Mexican Order of the Aztec Eagle. This person represents: 1. Winsome Group 4. JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. 2. Dalmia Group 5. None of the above 3. Apollo Tyres Ans: 4 Solution: Chairman and MD, JK Tyre & Industries Ltd., Dr. Raghupati Singhania has been conferred with 'Mexican Order of the Aztec Eagle', the highest honour accorded to non-nationals by the Government of Mexico. Melba Pria, Ambassador of Mexico to India presented the award to Dr. Singhania on behalf of the President of Mexico on the eve of 128th National Day of Mexico. The top honor is in recognition of Dr. Singhania's exemplary leadership, his noteworthy services towards humanity and his efforts to strengthen bilateral ties between India and Mexico.

20. What is the interest that will have to be paid to the farmers in case of delay in PMFBY settlement claims beyond two months of cut-off date? 1. 24% 4. 10% 2. 6% 5. 12% 3. 5% Ans: 5 Solution: The government has incorporated provision of penalties for States and Insurance Companies for the delay in settlement of insurance claims under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY). According to the new guidelines, the farmers will be paid 12% interest by insurance companies for the delay in settlement claims beyond two months of prescribed cut-off date.

21. Recently, the INSV Tarini has won the: 1. Tenzing Norgay National Adventure award 4. UN India Spirit award 2. Wonder Woman National Adventure award 5. None of the above 3. Veer Naari Adventure award Ans: 1 Solution: All-women crew of INSV Tarini has bagged the prestigious Tenzing Norgay National Adventure award for beating the odds in water with their enduring skills and sailing across the world for eight long months. The award is the highest national recognition for outstanding achievements in the field of adventure on land, sea and air. The crew was also bestowed with Nav Sena Medal on the occasion of 72nd Independence Day.

22. Recently, how many gold awards did Kerala Tourism win in the Pacific Asia Travel Association? 1. 1 4. 4 2. 2 5. None of the above 3. 3 Ans: 2 Solution: Kerala Tourism has won two prestigious gold awards of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) for its innovative marketing campaigns. The awards were presented at a glittering function in Langkawi, Malaysia during PATA Travel Mart 2018. Sudeshna Ramkumar, Assistant Director, India Tourism, Singapore received the award on behalf of Kerala tourism. Kerala Tourism got the first gold for its ‘Yalla Kerala’ travel advertisement print media campaign in the Gulf countries. The second gold award came for an innovative poster Kerala Tourism had developed for the third edition of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB), the biggest contemporary art show in South Asia.

23. Who won the DAIHATSU YONEX Japan Open 2018 in the women's category? 1. Saina Nehwal 4. Nozomi Okuhara 2. P V Sindhu 5. None of the above 3. Carolina Marin

Ans: 3 Solution: The 2018 Japan Open, officially DAIHATSU YONEX Japan Open 2018, is a badminton tournament which took place at Musashino Forest Sports Plaza in Tokyo, Japan and had a total prize of $700,000. In men's singles category, Kento Momota of Japan had defeated Khosit Phetpradab to win the title. In Women’s Singles, Carolina Marin of Spain has defeated Nozomi Okuhara to win the title.

24. Recently, the first India Tourism Mart was inaugurated in: 1. Tamil Nadu 4. New Delhi 2. Kerala 5. None of the above 3. Gujarat Ans: 4 Solution: The Union Minister for Railways and Coal, Piyush Goyal inaugurated the ‘first ever’ India Tourism Mart (ITM 2018) in the presence of Union Tourism Minister, K J Alphons and the Tourism Minister of Morocco, Mr. Mohamed Sajid, in New Delhi. The India Tourism Mart is being organized by the Ministry of Tourism in partnership with the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism and Hospitality (FAITH) and with support of State /UT Governments.

25. Which public sector bank won the Rajbhasha Kirti award 2017-18? 1. Dena Bank 4. State Bank of India 2. IDBI 5. Punjab National Bank 3. Canara Bank Ans: 5 Solution: State-run Punjab National Bank (PNB) bagged the "Rajbhasha Kirti" award for outstanding performance in implementing the Official Language Policy during 2017-18. The award was given on the occasion of Hindi Diwas (14th September). The award, under the category of 'Nationalised Banks and Financial Institutions in Region A', was presented by Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu to PNB Chief Executive and MD Sunil Mehta.

26. Which city for the first time in India opened a dedicated dog park? 1. Hyderabad 4. Pune 2. Chennai 5. None of the above 3. Mumbai Ans: 1 Solution: For the first time in India, dog owners will have a dedicated dog park to visit. Set up in Hyderabad, the park is spread across an area of 1.3 acres. The park houses dog training equipment, play equipment, splash pool, fountain, areas for exercise, amphitheatre, lawns, separate kennels for small and big dogs and a dedicated dog clinic.

27. Recently, India has won gold medals in the Ahmet Comert Tournament in Istanbul, Turkey. Which is the sport? 1. Badminton 4. Wrestling 2. Boxing 5. None of the above 3. Shooting Ans: 2 Solution: Simranjit Kaur (64kg), Monika (48kg) and Bhagyabati Kachari (81kg) claimed gold medals as Indian boxers notched up an impressive seven podium finishes at the Ahmet Comert Tournament in Istanbul, Turkey. Simranjit, a former national medallist, defeated Turkey’s Sema Caliskan to win the Gold. Bhagyabati was declared the most scientific boxer of the tournament.

28. Which nation won the 2018 South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Cup? 1. Malaysia 4. China 2. Japan 5. None of the above 3. Maldives Ans: 3 Solution: Maldives have lifted the 2018 South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Cup. In the final at the Bangabandhu Stadium in Dhaka, they defeated defending champions India 2-1. At half-time, the winners led One-nil. The win for Maldives comes 10 years after their first SAFF Cup title in 2008.

29. Which Indian state celebrates the festival of Nuakhai? 1. Arunachal Pradesh 4. Odisha 2. Uttar Pradesh 5. None of the above 3. New Delhi Ans: 4 Solution: The festival of Nuakhai is being celebrated in Odisha. During this harvest festival of western Odisha, new produce Nabannis offered to presiding deities. After offering the Nabann, people relish different types of delicacies prepared from the newly harvested crop. The origins of the festival are said to date all the way back to the Vedic ages, the first records of its existence are believed to be from the 12th century when a certain Raja Ramai Deo saw agriculture as an important entity in maintaining the cohesiveness of a societal arrangement.

30. Recently, the Shilp Guru awards for the year 2016 were presented. What is the reference here? 1. Arts 4. Painting 2. Writing 5. Handicraft 3. Singing Ans: 5

Solution: Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Zubin Irani presented ‘Shilp Guru’ and National Award to Master craft persons at a function held at Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh. Eight ‘Shilp guru’ and 25 National awards were presented for the year 2016. Shilp Guru is the highest award in the Handicraft sector in India. The handicraft export has witnessed a year-on-year growth and in the last four years, handicraft items worth Rs. 1 lakh 26 thousand crores had been exported from India.

31. What is Prahaar from the DRDO? 1. Surface-to-surface short-range tactical ballistic 3. Air-to-air long-range tactical ballistic missile missile 4. Supersonic Jet 2. Surface-to-air long-range bomber 5. None of the above Ans: 1 Solution: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully flight tested indigenously developed surface-to-surface short-range tactical ballistic missile ‘Prahaar’. It was launched from mobile launcher from Launch Complex-III, Integrated Test Range (ITR), Balasore off Odisha Coast. Prahaar Missile is solid-fuelled surface-to- surface short-range tactical ballistic missile. It has been indigenously developed by DRDO. It has length of 7.3 meter, diameter of 420 mm and weighs 1,280 kg. It has operational range of 150 km and flight altitude of 35 km.

32. Recently, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has signed a MoU with ISRO to set up: 1. PNR-KMP 4. MCR-IR 2. ICR-ER 5. None of the above 3. ISR-MR Ans: 2 Solution: Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) to set up of state-of-the-art Integrated Control Room for Emergency Response (ICR-ER). ISRO will render its technical expertise for setting up of proposed ICR-ER.

33. Which nations are a part of the military air exercise, Aviaindra 18? 1. India, US and Germany 4. India and France 2. Russia, India and Israel 5. None of the above 3. India and Russia Ans: 3 Solution: India and Russia joint air exercise Aviaindra 18 was held in Lipetsk, Russia from September 17 to 28, 2018. The second session of Aviaindra 18 will be conducted in Jodhpur, Rajasthan (India) from December 10 Dec to 22, 2018. Exercise Aviaindra-18 is Air Force level exercise between India and Russia. It was conducted for first time in 2014 and since then it is conducted bi-annually (twice a year) in both countries.

34. Recently, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched a pilot project for transport of sputum specimen for TB diagnosis using: 1. e-kart logistics 4. Postal services 2. Amazon logistics 5. None of the above 3. Courier services Ans: 4 Solution: Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched pilot project for transport of sputum specimen for Tuberculosis (TB) Diagnosis by utilising services of Department of Post in Karawal Nagar, New Delhi. The learning from this pilot project experience will be useful for adaptation of specimen transport mechanism through Postal Department across the country.

35. What is MSME Insider? 1. portal for MSME service requests 4. quarterly e-newsletter 2. app based MSME services 5. monthly e-newsletter 3. half-yearly e-newsletter Ans: 5 Solution: Union Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) has launched its monthly e-newsletter MSME Insider. The e-newsletter will give information of activities undertaken by MSME Ministry and also act as bridge between Ministry and millions of MSME units spread across the country. The e-newsletter will provide regular flow of information about sector to MSMEs. It will also help in developing two-way communication between MSME Ministry and its stakeholders. It will also create awareness about schemes and other activities undertaken by MSME Ministry and its affiliated organizations.

36. How many sportspersons were awarded with Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna 2018? 1. 2 4. 5 2. 3 5. None of the above 3. 4 Ans: 1 Solution: Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna 2018: S. Mirabai Chanu (Weightlifting) and Virat Kohli (Cricket). Dronacharya Awards 2018: Chenanda Achaiah Kuttappa (Boxing), Vijay Sharma (Weightlifting), A. Srinivasa Rao (Table Tennis), Sukhdev Singh Pannu (Athletics), Clarence Lobo (Hockey-Life Time), Tarak Sinha (Cricket-Life Time), Jiwan Kumar Sharma (Judo-Life Time), V.R. Beedu (Athletics -Life Time). Arjuna Award 2018: Neeraj Chopra (Athletics), Jinson Johnson (Athletics), Hima Das (Athletics), Nelakurthi Sikki Reddy (Badminton), Satish Kumar (Boxing), Smriti Mandhana (Cricket), Shubhankar Sharma (Golf), Manpreet Singh (Hockey), Savita (Hockey), Ravi Rathore (Polo), Rahi Sarnobat (Shooting), Ankur Mittal (Shooting), Shreyasi Singh (Shooting), Manika Batra (Table Tennis), G. Sathiyan (Table Tennis), Rohan Bopanna (Tennis), Sumit (Wrestling), Pooja Kadian (Wushu), Ankur Dhama (Para-Athletics) and Manoj Sarkar (Para-Badminton). © CETS www.conduiraonline.com Replication or other unauthorized use of this material is prohibited. Page 11 of 13

Dhyan Chand Award 2018: Satyadev Prasad (Archery), Bharat Kumar Chetri (Hockey), Bobby Aloysius (Athletics), Chougale Dadu Dattatray (Wrestling). Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar 2018 • Identification and Nurturing of Budding & Young Talent: Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited • Encouragement to Sports through Corporate Social Responsibility: JSW Sports • Sports for Development: Isha Outreach. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy 2017-18: Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar

37. Recently, which of the following have collaborated with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to provide technological platform for prevention and management of NCD? 1. Samsung, NITI Aayog 4. Infosys, NITI Aayog 2. Tata Trusts, Dell 5. None of the above 3. Tata Trusts, Apple Ans: 2 Solution: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, exchanged the MoUs with the Tata Trusts and Dell to provide a technological platform for nation wide prevention, control, screening and management program of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare released the user manual for NCD application under Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC) IT Solutions. Aimed at bringing healthcare technology transformation in Comprehensive Primary Health Care NCD program under Ayushman Bharat, the Health Ministry is working with Dell as a technology partner and the Tata Trusts as deployment partner.

38. Recently, the World Bank Board has endorsed this for India to enable financial support to provide high, sustainable and inclusive growth. What is this? 1. World Bank India Programme 4. India Growth Framework 2. World Bank Development Framework 5. None of the above 3. Country Partnership Framework Ans: 3 Solution: World Bank Board has endorsed an ambitious five-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for India, which aligns with New Delhi's objectives of high, sustainable and inclusive growth. The framework is expected to bring between 25 and 30 billion US Dollars in financial support to India. The move is aimed at supporting India's transition to a higher middle-income country by addressing some of its key development priorities such as resource efficient and inclusive growth, job creation and building its human capital.

39. Recently, India has contributed this amount for the installation of solar panels on the roof of the UN headquarters in New York. What is the quantum of the amount? 1. 1.5 million USD 4. 1 million USD 2. 10 million USD 5. None of the above 3. 2 million USD Ans: 4 Solution: India has contributed one million US dollars for the installation of solar panels on the roof of the imposing UN building at the world body's headquarters in New York. The contribution will help reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainable energy. According to India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin, India is the first responder to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' call for climate action. The UN has thanked India for its contribution.

40. India and this African nation have signed a MoU for the implementation of Mahatma Gandhi International Convention Centre. Which is this nation? 1. South Africa 4. Egypt 2. Tanzania 5. Niger 3. Ethiopia Ans: 5 Solution: India and Niger signed an MoU for the implementation of Mahatma Gandhi International Convention Centre (MGICC) in Niamey, Niger with the Indian government's grant assistance. The agreement was signed by Secretary (Economic Relations), Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) T.S. Tirumurti and Ambassador of Republic of Niger in India Ali Illiassou, in the presence of External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Minister and Special Adviser to the President of Republic of Niger, Saidil Moctar Mohamed. ***