The Startup-20 Summit under India's G-20 Presidency was held at which place on 3 July?
(A)
Gurugram
(B)
Jaipur
(C)
Lucknow
(D)
Hyderabad
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Startup-20 Summit under India's G-20 Presidency began in Gurugram, Haryana on 3 July.
2.
Which of the following statements is correct regarding International Plastic Bag Free Day 2023?
1. International Plastic Bag Free Day is observed every year on 3rd July.
2. India has imposed a ban on single-use plastics from 1 July 2023.
Select the correct code:
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: International Plastic Bag Free Day is observed every year on 3rd July.
3.
UAE-India Economic Summit was held at which place on 3rd July?
(A)
Abu Dhabi
(B)
New Delhi
(C)
Singapore
(D)
Paris
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: UAE-India Economic Summit was held in Abu Dhabi.
4.
Who has been reappointed as Solicitor General of India for three years?
(A)
Vikramjeet Banerjee
(B)
Suryaprakash V Raju
(C)
Tushar Mehta
(D)
Suraj Mehta
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Tushar Mehta has been reappointed as Solicitor General of India for three years.
5.
PM Modi recently inaugurated the Sai Hira Global Convention Centre in Puttaparthi located in which of the following states?
(A)
Andhra Pradesh
(B)
Karnataka
(C)
Kerala
(D)
Telangana
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: PM Modi inaugurated the Sai Hira Global Convention Centre in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh through video conferencing.
6.
With which of the following has National Anti-Doping Agency, India (NADA India) signed an MoU to increase regional cooperation in anti-doping in sports?
(A)
Central Asia Regional Anti-Doping Organization
(B)
East Asia Regional Anti-Doping Organization
(C)
South Asia Regional Anti-Doping Organization
(D)
West Asia Regional Anti-Doping Organization
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: National Anti-Doping Agency, India (NADA India) has signed an MoU with South Asia Regional Anti-Doping Organization (SARADO).
7.
The government launched a scheme for pregnant minor rape victims. Which of the following statements is/are correct about it?
1. It has been launched with an outlay of Rs 74.10 crore.
2. Women more than 20 years are eligible for the scheme.
Select the correct code:
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 2
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: A scheme for providing shelter, food, and legal aid to pregnant minor victims of sexual assault, who have no family support, has been launched by Union Minister Smriti Irani.
8.
Indian Bank has unveiled new services under which Project?
(A)
Project WAVE
(B)
Project HIMMAT
(C)
Project LAHAR
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Indian Bank has launched new services under its digital transformation initiative — Project WAVE.
9.
Which of the following states has regained first place in electronic exports in India?
(A)
Tamil Nadu
(B)
Uttar Pradesh
(C)
Karnataka
(D)
Maharashtra
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Tamil Nadu has regained first place in electronic exports in India.
10.
Jharkhand’s Agriculture Minister Badal Patralekh inaugurated Shravani Mela in ________ on 03 July 2023.
(A)
Hazaribagh
(B)
Deoghar
(C)
Ranchi
(D)
Dhanbad
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Jharkhand’s agriculture minister Badal Patralekh inaugurated Shravani Mela in Deoghar on 03 July 2023.
11.
With reference to Enforcement Directorate consider the following statements
1. It is a statutory body which works It works under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. It is mandated with the task of enforcing the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act and Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
3. The minimum tenure of the director of the Enforcement Directorate is two years which can be extended up to five years.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A)
1 and 2 only
(B)
1 only
(C)
2 and 3 only
(D)
1, 2 & 3 only
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Statement 1 is not correct: Enforcement Directorate (ED) is not a statutory body and it works under Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
12.
Consider the following statements, with respect to Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)
1. Membership in SCO is limited to Asian countries only.
2. The Member countries of SCO cover approximately 60% of the area and 40% of the world population
3. India is founding member of it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A)
2 only
(B)
1 and 2 only
(C)
2 and 3 only
(D)
1, 2 & 3 only
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Recently, 2023 Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit is going to be held by India virtually.
13.
Consider the following statements, with reference to National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission
1. National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission aims to eliminate Sickle Cell Anaemia by 2047
2. It targets screening approximately 7.0 crore people under 40 years of age in the next 3 years
3. The mission focuses on tribal populations which are impacted by Sickle Cell Disease significantly
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A)
1 only
(B)
1 and 2 only
(C)
2 and 3 only
(D)
1, 2 & 3 only
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: The National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Program, introduced in the Union Budget 2023, focuses on addressing the significant health challenges posed by sickle cell disease, particularly among tribal populations of the country.
14.
Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure ‘is an initiative of which organization:
(A)
Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)
(B)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
(C)
Counter-Terrorism Committee under UNSC
(D)
Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure established by the member states of the Shanghai Convention to combat terrorism, separatism and extremism of 15 June, 2001, located in Bishkek, the Kyrgyz Republic, shall be a standing SCO body.
15.
Consider the following statement with reference to the GIFT city
1. It is the first operational smart city and international financial services center of India which is located in Gandhinagar.
2. The GIFT City is located on the bank of the river Sabarmati
3. Country's first international exchange, (India International Exchange (IFSC) Limited (India INX) located at IFSC, GIFT City in Gujarat.
Which of the following statement given above is/are correct?
(A)
1 and 3 only
(B)
2 and 3 only
(C)
1 and 2 only
(D)
1, 2 & 3 only
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Recently, The Gujarat International Finance Tec-City, popularly known as GIFT City, will expand by roughly 2,300 acres by incorporating four villages in Gujarat’s Gandhinagar district.
16.
Volcanic activity is monitored through which of the following methods or instruments?
1. Chemical analysis of gases coming out through fumaroles
2. Global Positioning System(GPS)
3. Tiltmeters
4. Seismometers
How many of the above options are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
Only three
(D)
All four
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Volcanic activity is monitored with many different instruments. The perhaps simplest to understand is GPS. The way scientists use GPS is different from that of everyday life. It can detect minuscule movements of a few centimeters. On volcanoes, any upward movement on the surface detected by GPS indicates that something is pushing from underneath.
17.
Consider the following statements regarding Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN).
1. The scheme provides one hot cooked meal in Government and Government aided Schools.
2. The Scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
3. The Scheme is implemented only in areas that are poor in nutritional status.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
Only three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Centrally Sponsored the Scheme ‘Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN)’ for providing one hot cooked meal in Government and Government – aided Schools from 2021-22 to 2025-26. The Scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Education. Under the Scheme, there is the provision of hot cooked meals to children of pre-schools or Bal Vatika (before class I) in primary schools also in addition to the 11.80 crore children of classes I to VIII studying in 11.20 lakh schools. The Scheme is implemented across the country covering all the eligible children without any discrimination of gender and social class.
18.
The application of Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer Technology is
(A)
Production of biolarvicides
(B)
Manufacture of biodegradable plastics
(C)
Reproductive cloning of animals
(D)
Production of organisms free of diseases
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: In genetics and developmental biology, somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) is a laboratory strategy for creating a viable embryo from a body cell and an egg cell. The technique consists of taking an enucleated oocyte (egg cell) and implanting a donor nucleus from a somatic (body) cell. It is used in both therapeutic and reproductive cloning.
19.
Consider the following statements regarding International Criminal Court (ICC).
1. International Criminal Court (ICC) is the first permanent, treaty based, international criminal court established to help end impunity for the perpetrators of the most serious crimes of concern to the international community.
2. The ICC has universal territorial jurisdiction to investigate and prosecute crimes of international concern.
3. India is a member of the court.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
Only three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The International Criminal Court (ICC), located in The Hague, is the court of last resort for prosecution of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. It is the first permanent, treaty based, international criminal court established to help end impunity for the perpetrators of the most serious crimes of concern to the international community. Its founding treaty, the Rome Statute, entered into force on July 1, 2002.
20.
Consider the following statements with reference to Central Information Commission
1. Central Information Commission is the apex body under India’s transparency regime, which decides whether certain information sought by a citizen ought to be disclosed or not.
2. According to the present RTI Act, Information Commissioners (ICs) appointed to the Central Information Commission have equal status to that of a Supreme Court Judge.
3. When Citizens file applications under the Right to Information Act, and if they are dissatisfied with the response, the final appeal lies with the District Courts.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
Only three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The most vital mandate of the Central Information Commission, the apex body under India’s transparency regime, is to decide whether certain information sought by a citizen ought to be disclosed or not. Its primary duty is to decide the disclosure or the non-disclosure of information.
21.
What was the gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection in June 2023 in India?
(A)
1.61 lakh crore
(B)
1.61 billion
(C)
1.61 crore
(D)
1.61 lakh
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The Ministry of Finance reported that the gross GST collection in June 2023 stood at ?1,61,497 crore.
22.
What was the total external debt of India at the end of March 2023?
(A)
$724.7 billion
(B)
$524.7 billion
(C)
$684.7 billion
(D)
$624.7 billion
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: India’s external debt has witnessed a slight increase, reaching USD 624.7 billion at the end of March 2023, according to data released by the Reserve Bank. However, the debt-to-GDP ratio has declined during the same period. Valuation gains resulting from the appreciation of the US dollar against major currencies, including the Indian rupee, yen, SDR, and euro, amounted to USD 20.6 billion.
23.
What was the central government’s fiscal deficit as a percentage of the annual target at the end of May 2023?
(A)
11.8%
(B)
18.8%
(C)
21.8%
(D)
23.8%
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: According to the official data, the central government’s fiscal deficit at May-end 2023 stood at 11.8% of the full-year budget estimates.
24.
What is the estimated fiscal deficit at March-end 2024, as per the Budget?
(A)
Rs 1.1 lakh crore
(B)
Rs 17.86 lakh crore
(C)
Rs 17.86 lakh crore
(D)
Rs 19.86 lakh crore
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: As per the Budget, the estimated fiscal deficit at March-end 2024 is Rs 17.86 lakh crore.
25.
What is the average monthly gross GST collection for the first quarter of FY22, FY23, and FY24?
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The average monthly gross GST collection for the first quarter of FY22, FY23, and FY24 is ?1.10 lakh crore, ?1.51 lakh crore, and ?1.69 lakh crore, respectively.