1-15 Jan Flashcards
(86 cards)
1
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Which Asian Country recently unveiled its National Security Policy (NSP)?
A
Correct Answer: B [Pakistan]
2
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NITI Aayog released the “North Eastern Region District SDG Index”, with support from which institution? [A] UNDP [B] UNICEF [C] World Bank [D] WTO
A
Correct Answer: A [UNDP]
3
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Which football legend’s statue has been unveiled in Panaji, Goa? [A] Sunil Chetri [B] Bhaichung Bhutia [C] Cristiano Ronaldo [D] Lionel Messi
A
Correct Answer: C [Cristiano Ronaldo]
Notes:
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo’s statue has been unveiled in Panaji, Goa to motivate the younger generation towards sports.
This is the first time that the statue of Cristiano Ronaldo has been installed in India. The statue, which weighs around 410 kgs cost around Rs 12 Lakhs.
4
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Which Indian state has unveiled the draft of ‘New Policy for Women 2021’? [A] Telangana [B] Tamil Nadu [C] Odisha [D] West Bengal
A
Correct Answer: B [Tamil Nadu]
5
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Which institution released the ‘Compendium on the innovations on technology’? [A] World Bank [B] NITI Aayog [C] International Monetary Fund [D] World Economic Forum
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Correct Answer: B [NITI Aayog]
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The Indian Army’s ‘Quantum computing laboratory and a centre for artificial intelligence (AI)’ has been set up in which state? [A] Gujarat [B] Maharashtra [C] Madhya Pradesh [D] Kerala
A
Correct Answer: C [Madhya Pradesh]
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Which two countries are claiming ‘Senkaku Island’ Group located in the East China Sea? [A] Japan and China [B] China and Philippines [C] China and South Korea [D] Japan and Singapore
A
Correct Answer: A [Japan and China]
Notes:
Senkaku Island is an uninhabited island chain in the East China Sea that has been administered by Japan for several decades. China and Japan are claiming the island.
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KSLV-II Nuri rocket, is the first domestically produced space launch vehicle of which country? [A] South Korea [B] Israel [C] UAE [D] Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: A [South Korea]
Notes:
South Korea’s first domestically produced space launch vehicle KSLV-II Nuri rocket failed due to a loose helium tank.
9
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Which country is the new member of the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB)? [A] Italy [B] Egypt [C] Israel [D] Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: B [Egypt]
Notes:
The BRICS New Development Bank (NDB) announced that it will add Egypt as its new member. NDB was established by BRICS nations, namely Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, in the year 2015.
Egypt is the fourth new member admitted into NDB, after Bangladesh, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Uruguay. Marcos Troyjo is the President of the NDB.
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Novak Djokovic, who was named the ‘Best Balkan Athlete of the year’ 2021, is from which country? [A] Bulgaria [B] Serbia [C] Greece [D] Hungary
A
Correct Answer: B [Serbia]
Notes:
Ace Tennis Player Novak Djokovic from Serbia was named the Best Balkan Athlete of the year for a record seventh time.
The 34-year-old player is ranked No. 1 in the world and won three of the four Grand Slam tournaments this year. Greek basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo was second in the poll, followed by another Greek long jumper Miltiadis Tentoglu.
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Which country launched the ‘Simorgh’ satellite carrier rocket with research devices? [A] Bangladesh [B] Iran [C] Israel [D] UAE
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Correct Answer: B [Iran]
Notes:
Iran has launched a satellite carrier rocket ‘Simorgh’ bearing three research devices into space, as per the country’s media.
‘Simorgh’ translates to ‘Phoenix’ in Iran language.
12
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Under ‘India Semiconductor Mission’, financial support is provided for how many years? [A] Three [B] Five [C] Six [D] Ten
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Correct Answer: C [Six]
13
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Which is the only authorised institution to sell Electoral bonds in India? [A] Reserve Bank of India [B] State Bank of India [C] NITI Aayog [D] Supreme Court
A
Correct Answer: B [State Bank of India]
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China has complained to the UN, about collision with satellites launched by which project? [A] Starlink Internet Services project [B] Psyche Mission [C] Google Loon Project [D] Oneweb Satellite Project
A
Correct Answer: A [Starlink Internet Services project]
Notes:
China complained to the United Nations that its space station was forced to avoid collisions with satellites launched by his Starlink Internet Services project.
As per China’s claim to the Vienna-based United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs, the country’s space station had two close encounters with Starlink satellites this year. Starlink is a satellite internet network operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
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Which Asian Economy is set to ratify its membership of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) in 2022? [A] Bangladesh [B] Indonesia [C] Sri Lanka [D] Thailand
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Correct Answer: B [Indonesia]
Notes:
Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy, will likely ratify its membership of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).
China-backed RCEP, the world’s biggest trade association, entered into force on January 1, 2022. Seven nations in Southeast Asia, as well as Australia, China, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea ratified the pact earlier this year.
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Sabine Weiss, who passed away recently, was associated with which field? [A] Politics [B] Business [C] Photography [D] Sports
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Correct Answer: C [Photography]
Notes:
Veteran photographer Sabine Weiss, renowned for her images on the streets of Paris, passed away at the age of 97.
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Highest number of complaints ntpagainst women in the year 2021 has been received from which state in India? [A] Uttar Pradesh [B] Maharashtra [C] Chhattisgarh [D] Assam
A
Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh]
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Who has been appointed as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Railway Board? [A] Shobith Thripathi [B] Vinay Kumar Tripathi [C] Rajesh Arora [D] Kumar Verma
A
Correct Answer: B [Vinay Kumar Tripathi]
19
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As of January 2022, what is the rate of interest applicable for Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana? [A] 8.9% [B] 8.1% [C] 7.6% [D] 7.1%
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Correct Answer: C [7.6%]
20
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Major Dhyan Chand Sports University is being established in which place? [A] Delhi [B] Meerut [C] Kolkata [D] Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: B [Meerut]
21
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Which neighbouring country of India has formed a ‘Hindu Temple Management Committee’? [A] Pakistan [B] Afghanistan [C] Bangladesh [D] Myanmar
A
Correct Answer: A [Pakistan]
Notes:
The Pakistan Ministry of Religious Affairs has formed a Hindu Temple Management Committee, to act as a bridge between the non-Muslim population and the state.
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Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, which was seen in the news, is located in which state/UT? [A] Jammu & Kashmir [B] Uttarakhand [C] Sikkim [D] Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Jammu & Kashmir]
Notes:
As many as 12 pilgrims died and 16 were injured after a stampede at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, located in Jammu.
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‘SMILE’ scheme is to be implemented by which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Education
[B] Ministry of Women and Child Development
[C] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
[D] Ministry of Rural Development
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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment]
SMILE (Support for Marginalised Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise) is an umbrella scheme being formulated by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
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Nodirbek Abdusattorov, the youngest ever World Rapid Chess champion, is from which country? [A] Switzerland [B] Russia [C] Uzbekistan [D] Ukraine
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Correct Answer: C [Uzbekistan]
Notes:
Nodirbek Abdusattorov from Uzbekistan became the youngest ever World Rapid Chess champion, at 17 years three months. Magnus Carlsen had won the 2009 World Blitz Title at the age of 18.
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What is the name of the annual meteor shower, which is active during January?
[A] Quadrantids
[B] Geminids
[C] Leonids
[D] Ursids
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Correct Answer: A [Quadrantids]
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As per recent amendments to Environment (Protection) Act, what percent of fly ash is to be utilised by Coal and Lignite-based Thermal Power Plants?
[A] 25
[B] 50
[C] 75
[D] 100
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Correct Answer: D [100]
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How many women M.Ps are present in the Parliamentary panel, which was set up to examine the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Amendment) Bill?
[A] 1
[B] 2
[C] 3
[D] 5
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Correct Answer: A [1]
Notes:
Trinamool Congress MP Sushmita Dev is the only woman in the 31-member parliamentary panel assigned to examine the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Amendment) Bill.
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Researchers at which Institution has developed ‘Fifth-generation (5G) microwave absorbers’?
[A] IISc Bengaluru
[B] Kerala University
[C] IIT Madras
[D] IIT Bombay
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Correct Answer: B [Kerala University]
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What is the theme declared for the DRDO Day 2021?
[A] Atmanirbhar Bharat
[B] Export
[C] Critical defence technologies
[D] Strength and Science
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Correct Answer: B [Export]
Notes:
DRDO observed the 63rd Foundation Day of its establishment on January 01, 2021. DRDO was established in 1958 with 10 laboratories to enhance the research work in Defence sector.
At present, DRDO is working with several areas including aeronautics, combat vehicles, electronics, instrumentation, advanced computing, simulation among others. DRDO Chairperson declared ‘Export’ as the theme of DRDO for 2021.
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When is the ‘World Braille Day’ observed every year?
[A] January 1
[B] January 2
[C] January 4
[D] January 6
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Correct Answer: C [January 4]
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INSACOG is the forum set up by which country to monitor genome sequencing and variation of Covid strains?
[A] USA
[B] Russia
[C] India
[D] UK
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Correct Answer: C [India]
Notes:
Union Health Ministry of India set up the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) in 2020, to monitor genome sequencing and variation of Covid strains
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Khurnak Fort, which was historically a part of India, is under the control of which country, at present?
[A] Pakistan
[B] China
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Afghanistan
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Correct Answer: B [China]
Notes:
Khurnak Fort, which was historically a part of India has been under Chinese control since 1958. Near to the Fort, China is building a new bridge.
The bridge is being constructed on Pangong Tso, near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. After the military standoff in May 2020, India and China have built several new roads, bridges and landing strips.
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Rani Velu Nachiyar, who was seen in the news, was a Queen of which present-day state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Karnataka
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: B [Tamil Nadu]
Notes:
The country paid tributes to Rani Velu Nachiyar on her birth anniversary. She was the queen of Sivagangai, in Tamil Nadu and waged war against the British.
Born in 1730, she is known as the first queen to have fought against the British colonial power. She was trained in archery, horse riding, martial arts, and even weapon handling. After the British troops killed his husband, she fought and recaptured her kingdom and ruled Sivagangai for over 10 years.
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‘Seema Bhawani’ is the name of which team of the Border Security Force (BSF)?
[A] Camel Contingent
[B] Creek Crocodile
[C] All-women Biker Team
[D] All-women Creek Crocodile
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Correct Answer: C [All-women Biker Team]
Notes:
‘Seema Bhawani’ is the all-women biker team of the Border Security Force (BSF). The team will showcase their talent on the Republic Day.
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Atal Tunnel, which was seen in the news recently, is located in which state/UT?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Arunachal Pradesh
[C] Sikkim
[D] Uttarakhand
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Correct Answer: A [Himachal Pradesh]
Notes:
Atal Tunnel is located in the hilly state of Himachal Pradesh. It is all-weather 9km road under the Rohtang Pass on the Leh-Manali Highway.
The Tunnel saw a record number of vehicles crossing on the first day of 2022. As per officials, a total of 7,515 vehicles crossed the tunnel on January 1, 2022. This is the highest ever count since it was inaugurated on October 3, 2020.
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“Blue Book”, which was seen in the news, is the manual of which armed force/group?
[A] Central Reserve Police Force
[B] Special Protection Group
[C] National Security Guard
[D] Indian Coast Guard
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Correct Answer: B [Special Protection Group]
Notes:
“Blue Book” is the name of the manual of the Special Protection Group (SPG), which exclusively protects India’s Prime Minister.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spent 20 minutes on a Punjab highway blocked by protesting farmers in a security breach. Usually, the PM’s plan is shared with the state’s top leadership including the Chief Minister, Home Minister and police chief. SPG coordinates with State Police and other officers for a security plan
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‘XIV Corps or Fire and Fury Corps’ is a part of which Armed Force of India?
[A] Indian Navy
[B] Indian Army
[C] Indian Air Force
[D] Border Security Force
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Correct Answer: B [Indian Army]
Notes:
XIV Corps or Fire and Fury Corps is a corps of the Indian Army. It is a part of the Army’s Northern Command based at Udhampur.
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Nandur Madhmeshwar bird sanctuary is situated in which state/UT?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Karnataka
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [Maharashtra]
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Mud Crab Reovirus (MCRV), has been recently found in which state/UT?
[A] Kerala
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: B [Andhra Pradesh]
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‘Integrated Approach in S&T for Sustainable Future’ has been declared as the theme of which special day?
[A] World Science and Technology Day
[B] National Science Day
[C] World Research and Development Day
[D] National Innovation Day
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Correct Answer: B [National Science Day]
Notes:
The theme for this year’s National Science Day is announced as ‘Integrated Approach in S&T for Sustainable Future’.National Science Day is celebrated in India on 28 February to mark the discovery of the Raman effect by Indian physicist Sir C. V. Raman.
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Sindhutai Sapkal, who passed away recently, was associated with which field?
[A] Politics
[B] Social Service
[C] Business
[D] Literature
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Correct Answer: B [Social Service]
Social worker Sindhutai Sapkal, who was also referred to as ‘Maai’ or ‘mother’ recently passed away. Her last rites were conducted with state honours.
She had raised over 1,050 children and received the Padma Shri award in 2021 in Social Work category and several other awards and honours. She had also set up a well-equipped home for children in Pune.
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Which country is organising ‘Tourism Week’ at the Expo2020 Dubai?
[A] India
[B] Russia
[C] USA
[D] Sri Lanka
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Correct Answer: A [India]
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Which Indian state is set to host the next edition of Khelo India Games in 2023?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Karnataka
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Goa
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Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
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What was India’s target in installed electricity capacity from non-fossil energy sources, to be achieved by 2030?
[A] 30%
[B] 40%
[C] 50%
[D] 60%
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Correct Answer: B [40%]
Notes:
As a part of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) at COP-21, India committed to achieve 40 per cent of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil energy sources by 2030.
India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has said that India has achieved its non-fossil fuel-based energy target in November 2021. At present, India has over 40.1 per cent of the total installed energy capacity of 392.01 GW.
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What is the aim of the ‘SAAR; program recently launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs?
[A] Solid Waste Management
[B] Documentation of Projects
[C] Geo-spatial Mapping
[D] Climate Change Awareness
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Correct Answer: B [Documentation of Projects]
Notes:
The Smart Cities Mission, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has launched “Smart cities and Academia Towards Action & Research (SAAR)” program.
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Which organisation has partnered with Akshaya Patra Foundation for effective implementation of PM-POSHAN scheme?
[A] IMF
[B] World Bank
[C] United Nations – WFP
[D] UNICEF
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Correct Answer: C [United Nations – WFP]
Notes:
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has joined hands with the Akshaya Patra Foundation for effective implementation of Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM-POSHAN) scheme. The World Food Programme has more than 6 decades of experience in supporting school feeding and improving nutrition among children.
Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman is Government of India’s flagship programme to improve nutritional outcomes for children, pregnant women and lactating mothers
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Which South-American country is drafting a new Constitution?
[A] Chile
[B] Brazil
[C] Argentina
[D] Bolivia
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Correct Answer: A [Chile]
Notes:
South American nation Chile is in the process of drafting a new constitution for the nation. In this regard, the constitution assembly has recently elected epidemiologist Maria Elisa Quinteros as the new President to replace the body’s inaugural president Elisa Loncon.
The country has decided to replace its previous Magna Carta which was produced during the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet
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“Teachers’ University Bill” has been passed by the Legislative assembly of which state / UT?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Puducherry
[D] Delhi
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Correct Answer: D [Delhi]
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Which is the most innovative educational institute of India in the technical category, as per the ARIIA 2021 ranking?
[A] IIT Kanpur
[B] IIT Madras
[C] IIT Bombay
[D] IIT Delhi
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Correct Answer: B [IIT Madras]
Notes:
In the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievement 2021 award list released,
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Which country launched the ‘Better Health Smoke-Free’ campaign?
[A] Australia
[B] UK
[C] India
[D] France
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Correct Answer: B [UK]
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Which city has the longest metro rail network in the world?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Singapore City
[C] Shanghai
[D] Tokyo
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Correct Answer: C [Shanghai]
Notes:
China’s Shanghai has maintained its position as having the longest metro rail network in the world by adding two new lines that went into operation recently.
The new lines took the total length of the city’s metro network to 831 km
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The largest single transfer of white rhinos, which was recently undertaken, transferred 30 rhinos from ………….. to ……………….
[A] South Africa to Rwanda
[B] USA to Rwanda
[C] Kenya to USA
[D] Russia to Rwanda
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Correct Answer: A [South Africa to Rwanda
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Padhe Bharat campaign is launched by which ministry?
Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Education]
Notes:
The Union Ministry of Education has launched a reading campaign named Padhe Bharat campaign for 100 days starting from January 1, 2022.
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Which Indian company has commissioned India’s largest solar power project at Rajasthan?
[A] Adani Power
[B] Azure Power
[C] Tata Power
[D] ReNew Power
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Correct Answer: B [Azure Power]
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Who is the head of the ‘Energy Transition Advisory Committee’, which was recently set up?
[A] Tarun Kapoor
[B] Ramesh Chand
[C] V K Paul
[D] Amitabh Kant
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Correct Answer: A [Tarun Kapoor]
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Which state/UT is set to host India’s first Water-Taxi Service?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Goa
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Correct Answer: B [Maharashtra]
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The new COVID variant named IHU (B.1.640.2), has been discovered in which country?
[A] USA
[B] France
[C] Italy
[D] South Africa
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Correct Answer: B [France]
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Alka Mittal has been appointed as the first female Chairman and MD of which Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE)?
[A] ONGC
[B] SAIL
[C] PFC
[D] NTPC
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Correct Answer: A [ONGC]
Notes:
Alka Mittal has been appointed as the first female Chairman and MD of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC).
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Which state/UT recognised Takht Damdama Sahib, as the fifth Takht of Sikhs?
[A] Punjab
[B] Delhi
[C] Bihar
[D] Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Delhi]
Notes:
Delhi Assembly passed an amendment Bill to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Act, 1971, to recognise Takht Damdama Sahib as the fifth Takht of Sikhs.
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A new species of dwarf catfish named ‘Pseudolaguvia vespa’ was discovered in Milak River in which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Nagaland
[C] West Bengal
[D] Bihar
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Correct Answer: B [Nagaland]
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Nalabana Bird Sanctuary is located in which state/UT?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Odisha
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Karnataka
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Correct Answer: B [Odisha]
Notes:
Nalbana Bird Sanctuary is the core area of the Ramsar designated wetlands of Chilika Lake, Odisha. Chilika Lake is the largest brackish water lake in India
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Mahakali River flows along the border of which neighbourhood country?
[A] Bangladesh
[B] Nepal
[C] Myanmar
[D] China
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Correct Answer: B [Nepal]
Notes:
The Union Cabinet has approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Nepal for construction of bridge over Mahakali River at Dharchula (India)- Dharchula (Nepal).
The Mahakali River, also called as the Sharda River, originates at Kalapani in the Himalayas, in Uttarakhand, India. It flows along western border of Nepal with India.
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What is “Uvariopsis dicaprio”, named after Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio?
[A] A Star
[B] A Tree
[C] A Ship
[D] A Snake
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Correct Answer: B [A Tree]
Notes:
A new tropical, evergreen tree from Cameroon has been named after Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio.
The critically endangered tree has been named ‘Uvariopsis dicaprio’ to recognise his campaigning efforts to protect Ebo forest from logging.
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Sanjay Lake is a wetland located in which state/UT?
[A] Karnataka
[B] New Delhi
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Notes:
The Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) is being carried out across seven wetlands in the NCR — Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary, Dhanauri and Surajpur wetlands in Greater Noida, Delhi Zoo and Sanjay Lake, Okhla Bird Sanctuary, Najafgarh Jheel and the Yamuna River.
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Which vulnerable animal species has been spotted for the first time in Nagaland?
[A] Clouded Leopard
[B] Marbled Cat
[C] Snow Leopard
[D] Ocelot
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Correct Answer: A [Clouded Leopard]
Notes:
For the first time, Researchers have spotted a ‘Clouded Leopard’ in a community forest in Nagaland. Named for its spotted coat, they are known as Khephak in the local Chirr dialect.
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Wolf Volcano, which was seen in the news, is the highest peak in which island group?
[A] Hawaiian Islands
[B] Galápagos Islands
[C] Mariana Islands
[D] Caroline Islands
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Correct Answer: B [Galápagos Islands]
Notes:
Wolf Volcano, also known as Mount Whiton, is the highest peak in the Galápagos Islands. It is a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean.
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“Veer Baal Diwas” is associated with which religion?
[A] Hinduism
[B] Sikhism
[C] Buddhism
[D] Jainism
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Correct Answer: B [Sikhism]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that December 26 shall be marked as “Veer Baal Diwas” to pay homage to the courage of the ‘Sahibzades’, four sons of Guru Gobind Singh.
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Fatima Sheikh, who featured in the Google Doodle, was associated with which field?
[A] Education
[B] Sports
[C] Politics
[D] Literature
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Correct Answer: A [Education]
Notes:
Google honoured India’s educator and social reformer Fatima Sheikh in its Doodle. On January 9, the nation celebrated her 191st birthday.
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‘Chinar Corps’ is a unit of India’s which armed force?
[A] Indian Air Force
[B] Indian Navy
[C] Indian Army
[D] Indian Coast Guard
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Correct Answer: C [Indian Army]
Notes:
XV Corps (15 Corps) also known as Chinar Corps, is a unit of the Indian Army
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Which is the headquarters of ‘Collective Security Treaty Organization’?
[A] New York
[B] Moscow
[C] Geneva
[D] Paris
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Correct Answer: B [Moscow]
Notes:
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) is an intergovernmental military alliance in Eurasia. It is headquartered at Moscow, Russia.
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India set a bilateral trade target of $50 billion before 2030, with which country?
[A] South Korea
[B] USA
[C] Japan
[D] UAE
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Correct Answer: A [South Korea]
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What is the main objective of the ‘James Webb space telescope’?
[A] To find out about the surface of Sun
[B] To find out about the origin of the Universe
[C] To study the most distant known galaxies
[D] To explore the structure of planetary systems
Correct Answer: B [To find out about the origin of the Universe]
Notes:
NASA launched the James Webb space telescope on December 25, 2021. It is a joint collaboration between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Canadian Space Agency. The telescope recently completed its final deployment which was of the primary mirror.
The mission of the James Webb telescope is the largest space telescope ever built and its mission is to help scientists find out more about the origin of the universe. It will capture infrared light from celestial objects with high resolution.
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.The new COVID strain named ‘Deltacron’ was identified originally in which country?
[A] South Africa
[B] USA
[C] Cyprus
[D] Italy
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Correct Answer: C [Cyprus]
Notes:
A new strain of coronavirus that combines Delta and Omicron has been detected in Cyprus. The new strain has been named ‘Deltacron’ due to the identification of Omicron-like genetic signatures within the Delta genomes.
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‘Gangasagar Mela’ is a popular religious event held in which state?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] West Bengal
[D] Uttarakhand
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Correct Answer: C [West Bengal]
Notes:
Every year on Makar Sankranti in the month of January, pilgrims visit Gangasagar village for a dip at the union of the Ganges and the Bay of Bengal.
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Which country’s Lunar Probe has identified the first-ever on-site evidence of water on the surface of the moon?
[A] USA
[B] UAE
[C] China
[D] India
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Correct Answer: C [China]
Notes:
China’s Chang’e 5 lunar lander has found the first-ever on-site evidence of water on the surface of the moon. The study revealed that the lunar soil at the landing site contains less than 120 parts-per-million (ppm) water or 120 grams water per ton.
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Which film won the ‘Best picture (drama)’ award at the Golden Globes 2022?
[A] The Power of a Dog
[B] King Richard
[C] Belfast
[D] Coda
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Correct Answer: A [The Power of a Dog]
Notes:
‘The Power of a Dog’ was named the ‘Best picture (drama)’ at the Golden Globes 2022. The Benedict Cumberbatch-starring movie also won the best director for Jane Campion and best supporting actor for Kodi Smit-McPhee.
Steven Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’ won the best picture (musical or comedy), best actress in a motion picture (musical or comedy) and best supporting actress in a motion picture awards. Will Smith, (King Richard) won the Best actor in a motion picture, drama award.
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Which country is the first to successfully conduct a human heart transplant from a genetically modified pig?
[A] China
[B] Russia
[C] USA
[D] UK
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Correct Answer: C [USA]
Notes:
Doctors at the University of Maryland Medical Center, USA has successfully conducted a human heart transplant from a genetically modified pig.
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VS Pathania has taken charge as the Director-General of which Armed Forces Unit in India?
[A] Indian Army
[B] Indian Coast Guard
[C] Central Reserve Police Force
[D] Central Industrial Security Force
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correct answer: b [indian coast guard]
notes:
vs pathania took charge as the director-general of the indian coast guard (icg). he replaced k natarajan, who served as the chief of the indian coast guard from 2019.
vs pathania, an alumnus of the defence services staff college, wellington, and national defence college, new delhi, is a qualified helicopter pilot.
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Which country recently fired a “hypersonic missile”, after its first test in September?
[A] Israel
[B] North Korea
[C] Iran
[D] UAE
```
Correct Answer: B [North Korea]
Notes:
North Korea recently fired a “hypersonic missile” that successfully hit a target. The test-fire was detected by several militaries in the region, and drew criticism from the United States, South Korea, and Japan.
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India’s first RT-PCR kit to detect the Omicron variant, named ‘Omisure’ is developed by which company?
[A] Tata MD
[B] Piramal
[C] Sun Pharma
[D] Apex Pharma
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Correct Answer: A [Tata MD]
Notes:
India has recently approved a new RT-PCR test kit that can detect whether a sample is Covid-19 positive and if the variant is Omicron.
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The ‘Artificial Sun’ is an ambitious project of which country?
[A] Russia
[B] USA
[C] China
[D] India
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Correct Answer: C [China]
Notes:
China’s “Artificial sun” reecntly set a new world record after superheating to temperatures five times hotter than the sun for more than 17 minutes (1,056 seconds).
The EAST (Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak) nuclear fusion reactor maintained a temperature of 158 million degrees Fahrenheit (70 million degrees Celsius). In 2003 France’s Tore Supra tokamak, maintained similar temperatures for 390 seconds.
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Which Technology company is the service provider for Passport Seva Programme 2.0?
[A] Tech Mahindra
[B] TCS
[C] IBM
[D] Infosys
```
Correct Answer: B [TCS]
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What is the maximum limit of Aadhaar-enabled cash withdrawal transactions, per customer, per terminal per day, as per NPCI?
[A] Two
[B] Three
[C] Five
[D] Seven
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Correct Answer: C [Five]
Notes:
National Payments Corporation of India has introduced limits for cash withdrawals and mini statements.
It states that the maximum limit of five Aadhaar enabled cash withdrawal transactions, per customer, per terminal per day. The issuers will also implement a limit of a minimum of five mini statement transactions per customer per month. This has to be implemented by January 15, 2022.
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Which Tennis player won the Melbourne Summer Set ATP 250 event Title?
[A] Roger Federer
[B] Rafael Nadal
[C] Daniel Medvedev
[D] Novak Djokovic
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Correct Answer: B [Rafael Nadal]
Notes:
Ace Tennis Player Rafael Nadal won the Melbourne Summer Set ATP 250 event title recently. The 20-time Grand Slam champion defeated American Maxime Cressy.
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West African Countries announced to cut their ties with which African country, over delayed elections?
[A] Mali
[B] Egypt
[C] Peru
[D] South Africa
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Correct Answer: A [Mali]
Notes:
West African nations will close their borders with Mali, cut diplomatic ties and impose tough economic sanctions in response to delay in holding elections.
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the 15-state regional bloc announced this stance, as Mali’s interim authorities have proposed holding elections in December 2025 instead of this February as originally agreed with the bloc.
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Which country has officially banned ‘Conversion therapy’ which claims to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity?
[A] Brazil
[B] New Zealand
[C] Canada
[D] Saudi Arabia
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Correct Answer: C [Canada]
Notes:
Canada has officially banned conversion therapy, joining a select list of countries that discontinued the treatment that claims to be able to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity.
