‘UDYAMI BHARAT – MSME DAY’ will be celebrated at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on which date?
(A)
27th June
(B)
28th June
(C)
29th June
(D)
30th June
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: On 27th June, ‘UDYAMI BHARAT – MSME DAY’ is to be celebrated at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
2.
India's largest private rail coach factory was inaugurated in which state on 22 June?
(A)
Andhra Pradesh
(B)
Telangana
(C)
Tamil Nadu
(D)
Kerala
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: India's largest private rail coach factory was inaugurated in Kondakal village, Telangana.
3.
Which of the following company gets the prestigious "Most Preferred Workplace of 2023-24" title?
(A)
NTPC
(B)
ONGC
(C)
IRCTC
(D)
NHPC
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: NTPC Ltd has been honored with the prestigious title of "Most Preferred Workplace of 2023-24" by Team Marksmen.
4.
India and which country agreed to end six trade disputes at WTO?
(A)
United States
(B)
Japan
(C)
Russia
(D)
China
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: India and the US have agreed to end six trade disputes at the WTO through mutually agreed solutions.
5.
Recently, the conservative New Democracy party of which of the following countries has won the parliamentary election?
(A)
Greece
(B)
Albania
(C)
Bulgaria
(D)
Turkey
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Greece’s conservative New Democracy party has won the parliamentary election.
6.
Where has Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone of “Balidan Stambh”?
(A)
Srinagar
(B)
Jaisalmer
(C)
Chandigarh
(D)
Kargil
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The foundation stone of ‘Balidan Stambh’ has been laid by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.
7.
How many states have achieved less than 75% of capex targets in FY23?
(A)
14
(B)
15
(C)
16
(D)
17
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: As per BOB report, 14 states have achieved less than 75% of capex targets in FY23.
8.
Central government amends electricity rules and introduces ToD tariff. Which of the following statement is correct?
1. The Tariff during solar hours of the day would be 10%-20% high than the normal tariff.
2. The ToD mechanism will also ensure better grid integration of Renewable Energy sources.
Select the correct code:
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 2
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Central government amends electricity rules and introduces ToD tariff.
9.
The Indian women's doubles pair of Sutirtha Mukherjee and Ayhika Mukherjee defeated which players to clinch the WTT Contender tournament title in Tunis?
(A)
Miyuu Kihara and Miwa Harimoto
(B)
Zhu Chengzhu and Li Ching Wan
(C)
Shin Yubin and Jeon Jihi
(D)
Ser Lin Qian and Goi Rui Xuan
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: ‘The Indian women's doubles pair of Sutirtha Mukherjee and Ayhika Mukherjee defeated the Japanese pair of Miyuu Kihara and Miwa Harimoto by 3-1.
10.
World Bank approved _______loan to improve the quality of technical education in government-run institutions.
(A)
USD 255.5 million
(B)
USD 155.5 million
(C)
USD 115.5 million
(D)
USD 295.5 million
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: World Bank approved a USD 255.5 million loan to improve the quality of technical education in government-run institutions.
11.
Consider the following statements with respect to Joha Rice
1. Joha Rice is a short-grain summer paddy crop.
2. Unlike basmati, it has a sensitive texture and entails high antioxidants.
3. It has been awarded the GI tag and is an indigenous rice class of Assam.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
All Three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Joha is a short-grain winter paddy crop known for its significant aroma and noteworthy taste. It contains unsaturated essential fatty acids which includes linoleic acid (omega-6) and linolenic (omega-3) acid. It is an effective nutraceutical of choice in diabetes management. It is grown mostly in North East India. Joha rice got a GI tag in 2017. Unlike basmati, it has a sensitive texture and entails high antioxidants. It is an indigenous rice class of Assam, which is the largest producer of it.
12.
Consider the following statements with respect to National Energy Data: Survey & Analysis, 2021-22
1. The National Energy Data: Survey & Analysis is released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
2. The report aims to provide information about energy supply and consumption patterns across various states in India.
3. The energy supply has been increasing whereas energy consumption has been decreasing for the last few years.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
All Three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Recently Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy has released National Energy Data: Survey & Analysis, 2021-22 which aims to provide energy supply and consumption patterns across various sectors of Indian economy. The report aims to provide information about energy supply and consumption patterns across various sectors of the India economy. The report has been prepared by Ministry of Power through Bureau of Energy Efficiency in collaboration with NITI Aayog.
13.
Consider the following statements with respect to Lab-Grown Meat
1. Lab-grown meat is considered vegan since it contains cells, fat, and muscle tissue derived from bio-hybrid animals.
2. Stem cells are being used in the process of producing lab-grown meat.
3. Lab-grown meat helps in reducing carbon emissions.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
All Three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Lab-grown or Cultivated Meat is meat grown from animal cells. It is not technically considered vegan because it contains cells, fat and muscle tissue derived from real animals. It has the same nutritional components as of real meat. Stem cells are being used in the process since it has the capacity to self-renewal and differentiation. Producing meat involving the setting of the bioreactor to support a particular biological environment is called Cellular Agriculture. According to U.N. Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) pork is the most widely consumed meat in the world.
14.
kar-e-kalamdani, often seen in the news, is associated with which of the following?
(A)
Painted Papier Mache
(B)
Basholi pashmina woollen products
(C)
Technique to make diamonds
(D)
Kandhamal Haladi
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Recently Prime Minister Narendra Mod gifted lab grown diamonds in papier mache box known as kar-e-kalamdani to the U.S. First Lady Jill Biden kar-e-kalamdani is a Kashmir’s exquisite Papier Mache, a technique to make gift products Art of painted papier-mâché in Kashmir was originally confined to making Kalamdan or the pen-case only and got to be known as Kari-Kalamdani. The craft of Kari-kalamdani was popularly known as papier-mâché painting in Europe. It involves sakthsazi or meticulous preparation of Paper Pulp and Naqqashi. It has a GI (Geographical Indication) tag.
15.
Consider the following statements with respect to Minerals Security Partnership
1. It is a US-led collaboration of countries to catalyze public and private investment in critical mineral supply chains globally.
2. The members of the initiative include the P5 countries plus India, Brazil, Japan, and Germany.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Minerals security Partnership (MSP) is also known as the Critical Minerals Alliance.
MSP aims to catalyse public and private investment in critical mineral supply chains globally. It also aims to weaken China's grip on supplies of critical minerals worldwide.
It is a US-led collaboration of 14 countries including India. Besides the US, the MSP includes Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Sweden, UK, the European Commission, Italy and India. It focuses on critical minerals that are inputs for electric vehicles and advanced batteries.
16.
Which of the following new areas of cooperation were signed between India-USA, on the recent visit of the India Prime minister in June 2023
1. India joined US-led Minerals Security Partnership (MSP)
2. India signed the Artemis Accords
3. Jointly production of F414 jet engine in India
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(A)
1 and 2 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 3 only
(D)
1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Critical Minerals Partnership: India became the newest partner of the US-led Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) that has been established to accelerate the development of diverse and sustainable critical energy minerals supply chains globally.
17.
Shah Bano Begum and Sarla Mudgal cases are related to
(A)
Cases of sexual harassment at work place
(B)
Participation of women in defence
(C)
Uniform Civil Code
(D)
Open the Sabri Mala temple to ages women
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Shah Bano Begum Case and Sarla Mudgal case are related to implementation of Uniform Civil Code. In both the judgements Supreme Court asked the central government to make laws for implementation of UCC as per Article 44 of Indian constitution.
18.
Recently Meitei and Kuki groups are news, they mainly reside 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.
19.
Which of the following countries share a boundary with the Red Sea?
1. Egypt
2. Sudan
3. Eritrea
4. Israel
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
(A)
1 and 2 only
(B)
1 , 2 and 3 only
(C)
1 only
(D)
2, 3 and 4
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The countries bordering the Red Sea are Djibouti, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Eritrea, and Yemen
20.
La Nina is suspected to cause floods in Australia. How is La Nina different from El Nino?
1. La Nina is characterized by unusually cold ocean temperatures in the equatorial Indian Ocean, whereas El Nino is characterized by unusually warm ocean temperatures in the equatorial Pacific Ocean
2. El Nino has an adverse effect on South- West monsoon in India, but La Nina has no effect on the monsoon climate.
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: (D)
Explanation: Statement 1 is not correct: Both La Nina and El Nino are associated with the Pacific Ocean. La Nina is the name given to the situation when the West Equatorial Pacific becomes exceptionally warm and the East Equatorial Pacific becomes exceptionally cold. It is the opposite of the El Nino situation.
Statement 2 is not correct: La Nina has an effect on the Indian monsoon. It is associated with excess rainfall during the monsoon season
21.
What title did NTPC receive from Team Marksmen?
(A)
Best Workplace of 2023-24
(B)
Most Preferred Workplace of 2023-24
(C)
Most Efficient Workplace of 2023-24
(D)
Top Employer of 2023-24
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Most Preferred Workplace of 2023-24, NTPC received this title from Team Marksmen in recognition of its exceptional performance in various key areas.
22.
What is the value of the deal won by TCS to digitally transform the UK’s National Employment Savings Trust (NEST)?
(A)
$1.9 billion
(B)
$1.8 billion
(C)
$2.9 billion
(D)
$1.5 billion
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The deal won by TCS to digitally transform NEST is valued at $1.9 billion.
23.
Which two organizations have formed a partnership to develop an Indigenous Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) System for submarines in the Indian Navy?
(A)
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
(B)
Indian Navy and Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL)
(C)
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
(D)
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL)
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) have formed a partnership to develop an Indigenous Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) System for submarines in the Indian Navy.
24.
Which organization partnered with Paytm Payment Services Limited for the creation of a startup ecosystem in Arunachal Pradesh?
(A)
Arunachal Pradesh Innovation and Investment Park (APIIP)
(B)
Government of Arunachal Pradesh
(C)
Paytm Incubation Center
(D)
Tabe Haider, CEO of APIIP
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Arunachal Pradesh Innovation and Investment Park (APIIP) collaborated with Paytm Payment Services Limited to establish a startup ecosystem in Arunachal Pradesh.
25.
According to the Global Liveability Index 2023 report, which city has been ranked as the most livable city globally?
(A)
Zurich
(B)
Copenhagen
(C)
Melbourne
(D)
Vienna
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: The report by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) states that Vienna has retained its position as the best city to live in worldwide.