What is the rank of India in digital payments, with 89.5 million digital transactions in 2022?
(A)
1st
(B)
2nd
(C)
3rd
(D)
4th
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: India has made a big record in terms of digital payments and ranked on top.
2.
Uruguay beat which team to win their maiden title in the FIFA U20 World Cup 2023 on 11 June?
(A)
Indonesia
(B)
Italy
(C)
Brazil
(D)
Argentina
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Uruguay beat Italy 1-0 to win their maiden FIFA U20 World Cup title.
Brazil was the last winner from South America in 2011.
3.
Which of the following statements is correct about the tax devolution to state governments from Central Government?
1. Central government released the third tranche amounting to Rs 1.18 trillion of tax devolution to state governments.
2. Madhya Pradesh received the highest share of Rs 21,218 crore and Goa the least at Rs 457 crore.
Select the correct code:
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 2
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Central government released the third tranche amounting to Rs 1.18 trillion of tax devolution to state governments to speed up capital spending.
4.
The 12th edition of the joint military exercise “Ekuverin” begins in which state?
(A)
Madhya Pradesh
(B)
Uttarakhand
(C)
Manipur
(D)
Nagaland
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The 12th edition of the joint military exercise “Ekuverin” begin at Chaubatia, Uttarakhand.
5.
Who among the following inaugurated the exhibition titled "Hamari Bhasha, Hamari Virasat" organized by the National Archives of India?
(A)
G. Kishan Reddy
(B)
Meenakshi Lekhi
(C)
Smriti Irani
(D)
Nirmala Sitharaman
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: An exhibition titled "Hamari Bhasha, Hamari Virasat" was organized by the National Archives of India.
The exhibition was inaugurated by the Minister of State for Culture, Smt. Meenakashi Lekhi on 09 June 2023.
6.
The government of India and the Asian Development Bank has signed a loan agreement worth __________ to promote horticulture in Himachal Pradesh.
(A)
$100 million
(B)
$150 million
(C)
$130 million
(D)
$200 million
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: A loan agreement worth $130 million has been signed by the Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
7.
Which of the following statements is correct about the Global Slavery Index (GSI)?
1. 49.6 million people are living in modern slavery.
2. Forced labor, forced marriage, debt bondage, sexual exploitation, human trafficking, etc. are part of Modern slavery.
Select the correct code:
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 2
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Walk Free, a human rights organization released Global Slavery Index (GSI).
This is the fifth edition of the Global Slavery Index (GSI). Earlier editions were released in 2013, 2014, 2016, and 2018.
8.
Irshad mango gets a geological indicator (GI) tag. It is grown in which state?
The 2,460-metre, cone-shaped Mayon volcano began erupting on June 8. It is in which country?
(A)
Indonesia
(B)
United States
(C)
France
(D)
Philippines
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Mayon volcano erupts in the Philippines.
10.
Who has won India’s only gold medal in the freestyle 55kg weight category in the U-17 Asian Wrestling Championships?
(A)
Ankush
(B)
Dhanraj
(C)
Rupesh
(D)
Tushar
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: In the U-17 Asian Wrestling Championships, India won one Gold, 3 Silver, and 3 Bronze medals.
11.
Consider the following statements with respect to Lightning.
1. Lightning is the main precursor for natural wildfires.
2. Lightning is recognized by the World Meteorological Organisation as an essential climate variable.
3. Lightning produces nitrogen oxides, which are strong greenhouse gases that trap the earth’s outgoing heat.
How many statement(s) given above is/are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
All Three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Lightning is an electrical discharge caused by imbalances between storm clouds and the ground, or within the clouds themselves. Most lightning occurs within the clouds. Lightning also produces nitrogen oxides, which are strong greenhouse gases that trap Earth’s outgoing heat and retain it in the atmosphere, altering climate and weather patterns.
12.
JATAN, often seen in the news, is associated with which of the following?
(A)
A platform for Digitization of Museums
(B)
A platform for free online courses
(C)
Platform to store CoWIN vaccination data
(D)
Platform to regulate stray dogs
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Jatan Virtual Museum Builder is the software being used for digitizing records of antiquities in the various collections that are displayed in a common portal for the public view. Jatan can create 3D virtual galleries and provide public access through web, mobile or touch screen kiosks. The Digitization Cell of National Museum is the nodal unit for Digitization of Museum Objects in JATAN platform. Digitisation process involves 3D scanning which is carried out by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
13.
It is a chemical decomposition achieved by passing an electric current through a liquid or a solution that contains ions. Depending on the solution and the materials in use, the process can release gases, form solids or even leave behind a completely new solution. It also has applications in producing green hydrogen.
Identify the technique/process described in the above paragraph:
(A)
Electrolysis C. Liquation
(B)
Zone refining
(C)
Liquation
(D)
Galvanoluminescence
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Electrolysis is a chemical decomposition achieved by passing an electric current through a liquid or a solution that contains ions. Electrolysis requires an electrolytic cell that consists of positively and negatively charged electrodes submerged in a solution containing particles of the opposite charge. As the electric current passes through the solution, the negatively charged electrode (cathode) attracts the positively charged ions, while the positively charged electrode (anode) attracts the negatively charged ions.
14.
The waterway component of the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport project (KMTTP) passes through this river. It is a transboundary river between India and Myanmar. It is the biggest southern flowing river in Mizoram and holds immense sentimental value for the Mizo people.
Identify the river using the description given above:
(A)
Yangtze
(B)
Subansiri
(C)
Chite Lui
(D)
Yarlung Zangbo
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: In recent times Chite Lui River is in danger as it turns into a dumping ground in Aizawl. The Chite Lui River river also known as the Chhimmtuipi or Kaladan River is a river of Mizoram. Kaladan is a Transboundary river flowing in India and Myanmar.
15.
Consider the following statements with respect to Cyclones.
1 Cyclone is characterized by outward spiraling winds that rotate anticlockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere.
2 Western coasts are more prone to cyclones than the eastern coasts.
3 The name Cyclone Biparjoy, formed in the Bay of Bengal region, was suggested by Bangladesh.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
All three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: A cyclone is a large-scale system of air that rotates around the center of a low-pressure area. It is usually accompanied by violent storms and bad weather. According to NDMA, a cyclone is characterized by inward-spiraling winds that rotate anticlockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. Even though the western coast in Kerala, Konkan-Goa, north Konkan, and Gujarat are highly prone to cyclones, India’s eastern coast is more prone to cyclones than the western coast.
The North Indian Ocean basin reports the maximum cyclogenesis in the months of May and November. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) classifies cyclones broadly into two categories that is extratropical cyclones and tropical cyclones. Tropical cyclones are those which develop in the regions between the Tropics of Capricorn and Cancer. Extratropical cyclones also known as mid-latitude cyclones, extratropical cyclones are those which occur outside of the tropic. Cyclone Biparjoy is the first cyclone in June about to cross the Gujarat coast in 25 years.
16.
Recently Meitei and Kuki groups are news, are found in which part of India
(A)
North-East India
(B)
North India
(C)
Southern India
(D)
Central India
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Recently, In Manipur, a prolonged clash between two ethnic groups - Kukis and Meiteis - has led to widespread violence, death and displacement.
17.
Which of the following condition(s) is/ are conducive for the cyclone formation
1. A pre-existing weak low-pressure area
2. Absence of the Coriolis force
3. A warm sea temperature in excess of 26 degrees Celsius
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A)
1 and 3 only
(B)
1 only
(C)
2 & 3 only
(D)
1, 2 & 3
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The conditions favorable for the formation and intensification of tropical storms are:
1. A warm sea (a temperature in excess of 26 degrees Celsius to a depth of 60 m) with the abundant and turbulent transfer of water vapor to the overlying atmosphere by evaporation.
2. Presence of the Coriolis force
3. Small variations in the vertical wind speed
4. A pre-existing weak low-pressure area or low-level-cyclonic circulation Upper divergence above the sea level system
18.
Consider the following statements, with reference to Global DPI Summit
1. It was held in India as the side event of the third meeting of the G20 Digital Economy Working Group
2. It aims for IndiaStack initiatives such as UPI, Aadhaar, DigiLocker, and UMANG
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: 1. DPI is an acronym for Digital Public Infrastructure
2. Recently, The Global DPI Summit, as the side event of the third meeting of the G20 Digital Economy Working Group, was successfully organized over the last two days in India.
3. During the summit, India signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with four countries namely Armenia, Sierra Leone, Suriname, and Antigua and Barbuda on sharing INDIA STACK i.e. successful digital solutions implemented at the population scale.
19.
Recently, Mayon Volcano erupts in which country
(A)
Hawaii
(B)
Philippines
(C)
Japan
(D)
Indonesia
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Mayon Volcano is the Philippines’ most active volcano was gently spewing lava down its slopes Monday, alerting tens of thousands of people they may have to quickly flee a violent and life-threatening explosion.
20.
Consider the following pairs
(Puppetry) State)
Kundhei Odisha
Putul Nautch Bihar
Pavakoothu Tamil Nadu
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 & 3 only
(C)
1 & 2 only
(D)
1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Puppetry and its type and location:
Kathputli, Rajasthan
Kundhei, Odisha
Gombeyatta, Karnataka
Bommalattam, Tamil Nadu
21.
According to Moody, what is the projected GDP growth rate for India in the June quarter?
(A)
7.3%
(B)
6-6.3%
(C)
7%
(D)
8%
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Moody’s forecasts a growth rate of 6-6.3% for India’s GDP in the June quarter, which is lower than the Reserve Bank of India’s projection of 8%.
22.
Which global rating agencies have assigned India the lowest investment grade rating with a stable outlook?
(A)
Moody’s and Fitch
(B)
S&P and Fitch
(C)
Fitch and RBI
(D)
Moody’s and RBI
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Moody’s, along with Fitch, has assigned India the lowest investment grade rating with a stable outlook. S&P also shares the same rating and outlook for India.
23.
How many aircraft carriers were involved in the twin CBG operation carried out by the Indian Navy?
(A)
One
(B)
Two
(C)
Three
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The twin CBG operation involved India’s two aircraft carriers, INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant.
24.
What is the deadline for depositing Rs2000 notes in banks?
(A)
December 31, 2023
(B)
October 31, 2023
(C)
November 30, 2023
(D)
September 30, 2023
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Individuals have until September 30, 2023, to deposit ?2000 notes in banks.
25.
Which region has a higher prevalence of albinism?
(A)
North America
(B)
Europe
(C)
Sub-Saharan Africa
(D)
Asia
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Albinism is more prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa, with estimates of 1 in 1,400 people being affected in Tanzania and higher prevalence reported for specific populations in Zimbabwe and Southern Africa.