1.Election Commission conferred power to conduct elections to state legislatures under Article of ?
A. Article 324
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Article 324 of the Constitution provides that the power of superintendence, direction and control of elections to parliament, state legislatures, the office of president of India and the office of vice-president of India shall be vested in the election commission.
2.Consider the following statements about G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors
1. 2021 G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors met under the Italian G20 Presidency 2. G20 is an international forum for the governments and central bank governors Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) met on Friday 26 February 2021, for the first G20 Finance Track ministerial meeting under the Italian G20 Presidency. The event held in virtual mode.
3.Consider the following statements aboutOne District One Focus Product (ODOFP)
1. Promoted in a cluster approach through convergence of the Government of India schemes 3. Ministry of Agriculture finalized the products for ODOFP Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare finalized the products for One District One Focus Product (ODOFP). The products have been identified from agricultural, horticultural, animal, poultry, milk, fisheries and aquaculture, marine sectors for 728 districts across the country. One District One Focus Product (ODOFP) will be promoted in a cluster approach through convergence of the Government of India schemes, to increase the value of the products and with the ultimate aim of increasing the income of the farmers.
4.Consider the following statements about National Bamboo Mission
1. Restructured National Bamboo Mission approved by Union Ministry of Finance 2. The Mission promotes by adopting area-based, regionally differentiated strategy Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Restructured National Bamboo Mission approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on 25-04-2018. The Mission envisages promoting holistic growth of bamboo sector by adopting area-based, regionally differentiated strategy and to increase the area under bamboo cultivation and marketing.
5.Consider the following statements about Swachh Iconic Places (SIP)
1. This initiative is in partnership with Ministries of Urban Development, Tourism and Culture 2. The goal of the Initiative is to improve the cleanliness conditions 3. Phase IV of Swachh Iconic Places (SIP) included Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. 1 and 2
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
This initiative is in partnership with Ministries of Urban Development, Tourism and Culture with Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti being the nodal ministry.The goal of the Initiative is to improve the cleanliness conditions at these places to a distinctly higher level.
6.Consider the following statements about 16th FICCI Higher Education Summit 2021
1. 16th edition of FICCI higher Education Summit is organised by Ministry of Education 2. 2021 edition theme is “Roadmap for the Future” Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The 16th edition of FICCI higher Education Summit is being organised virtually by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry(FICCI) in collaboration with Ministry of Education and Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The theme of the summit is ‘‘Higher Education @ 2030: R.I.S.E. - Resilience. Innovation. Sustainability. Enterprise". The Summit has evolved into a thought leadership forum and brings together key stakeholders including, policymakers, academicians, industry and students for deliberations and knowledge sharing at both national and international levels.
7.Consider the following statements
1. The International Defence Exhibition & Conference( IDEX 21) held in Srilanka 2. From India INS Pralaya participated in IDEX 21 Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Indian Navy participated in the NAVDEX 21 (Naval Defence Exhibition) and IDEX 21 (International Defence Exhibition), from 20 to 25 February 2021 at Abu Dhabi, UAE. From India INS Pralaya participated in NAVDEX 21 and IDEX 21, one of the leading international naval and defence exhibitions of the region, is aimed at showcasing the strengths of India’s indigenous ship building, in line with Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of ‘AtmaNirbhar Bharat’.
8.Select the World’s Largest Cricket Stadium ?
A. Melbourne Cricket Stadium
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium has become the world’s largest cricket stadium on February 24, 2021. The stadium initially constructed in 1982 with a seating capacity of 49,000 at Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Expansion of Stadium took over in 63 acres, the stadium has been built at an estimated cost of Rs 800 crore and with a seating capacity for 1,32,000 spectators, it has surpassed the hallowed Melbourne Cricket Ground which can accommodate 90,000.
9.Consider the following statements regarding Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav
1. Organised by Ministry of Culture 2. Started from since 2001 Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav, the flagship festival of Ministry of Culture organized since 2015 with the active participation of Seven Zonal Culture Centres has been playing a pivotal role to take the vibrant culture of India out to the masses instead of confining to auditoria and galleries. It has been instrumental in showcasing, folk and tribal art, dance, music, cuisines & culture of one state in other states reinforcing the cherished goal of “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” and at the same time providing an effective platform to the artists and artisans to support their livelihood.
10.Consider the following statements regarding Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav 2021
1. The Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav is being held between 14th to 28th Jan, 2021 2. 10th Edition of Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav held in 2021 Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The eleventh edition of Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav is being held between 14th to 28th February, 2021. Renowned artists including local artists will be a part of this major festival. The Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav-2021 will cover a profusion of folk art forms and it would offer the chance to experience the best in established and emerging virtuosity. Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav organizes cultural programs, festivals and theatrical performances. The Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav will reconnect the people, with their indigenous culture, its multi-faceted nature and historical importance in the context of India.
11.Consider the following statements
1. AIIB sign agreement on 23 Jan 2021 for financing the power transmission network in Assam 2. AIIB is a development bank with a mission to improve social and economic outcomes in Africa Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The Government of India and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) on 23 Jan 2021 signed a loan agreement for a $304 million Assam Intra-State Transmission System Enhancement Project to improve reliability, capacity and security of the power transmission network in the State of Assam.
12.Theme of BioAsia 2021 ?
A. Move the Needle
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Asia's largest 18th edition life-sciences and healthcare forum 'BioAsia' will focus on Covid-19, Global Health, Pharma, and MedTech. It is organised under the theme: ‘Move the Needle’. The conference held on February 22 and 23 in Hyderabad.
13.Consider the following statements
1. IIT Council chaired by President of india 2. Council of IITs are governed by the Institutes of Technology Act, 1961 Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Union Education Minister Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' chaired the 54th Meeting of the Council of Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) on 22 Jan 2021 through online medium. These are the fallowing recommendation at 54th meeting of IIT Council. It was recommended to constitute a taskforce to review use of technology at all IITs and also to accelerate deployment of digital tools.On the basis of the recommendation of the Chairman of Standing Committee for IIT Council, four Working Groups were constituted on the issues related to NEP-2020.
14.Consider the following statements
1. Exim Bank extended a line of credit (LOC) to Maldives for defence projects 2. A line of credit is a credit facility extended by a bank or other financial institution Which of the above statements is/are correct ? A. Only 1
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) on 22 Jan 2021 extended a line of credit (LOC) worth USD 50 million to the Republic of Maldives for financing of defence projects. Projects covered under the LOCs extended to Maldives include housing projects, Greater Male' connectivity project, water and sewerage projects, Addu Development Project, international cricket stadium project, defence projects, Gulhifalhu Port Project, Hanimaadhoo airport project and road construction project.
15.International Mother Language Day recognised by ?
A. World Health Organisation
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
In order to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism, International Mother Language Day has been observed since 2000. Bangladesh mooted the idea to observe International Mother Language Day. The proposal got the UNESCO’s approval in 1999. The General Conference of UNESCO proclaimed International Mother Language Day in 1999 and it was welcomed by the UN General Assembly in its resolution of 2002.
16.WTA 250 tournaments include events with prize money of ?
A. US Dollars 250000
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
WTA 250 tournaments is a category of tennis tournaments in the Women's Tennis Association tour, implemented since the reorganization of the schedule in 2021. As of 2021, WTA 250 tournaments include events with prize money of approximately $250,000.
17.Governing Council of NITI Aayog Chaired by ?
A. CEO of NITI Aayog
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
The Governing Council of NITI Aayog, comprising Chief Ministers of all the States and Union Territories with Legislatures and Lt. Governors of other Union Territories, came into effect on 16 February, 2015 via a notification issued by Cabinet Secretariat. Prime Minister chair the Governing Council of NITI Aayog.
18.Sixth meeting of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog on 20th February 2021 first time partcipated Union Territory ?
A. Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi chaired the sixth meeting of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog on 20th February 2021 via video conferencing. The agenda of the meeting includes deliberations on agriculture, infrastructure, manufacturing, human resource development, service delivery at grassroots level and health & nutrition. The sixth meeting will witness the entry of Ladakh for the first time, in addition to the participation of Jammu and Kashmir as a UT. This time, other UTs headed by administrators also joined.
19.The most expensive player in the history of Indian Premier League (IPL) is ?
A. Yuvraj Singh
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The auction for IPL 2021 took place in Chennai on 18 Feb 2021 the South African all-rounder Chris Morris went on to become the most expensive player in the history of Indian Premier League (IPL) after he was bought by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 16.25 crore. Morris dethroned Yuvraj Singh on Thursday as the most expensive IPL player. In 2015, Delhi Daredevils had purchased Yuvraj Singh for Rs 16 crore, which at that time was the highest any team had ever paid for a player. The all-rounder is now placed at second position in the list of most expensive players.
20.The Indian Premier League (IPL) was founded by the Board of Control for Cricket in which year ?
A. 2007
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The Indian Premier League is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in India usually contested between March and May of every year by eight teams representing eight different cities or states in India. The league was founded by the Board of Control for Cricket in India in 2007.
21.Aadi Mahotsav organised by ?
A. Tribal Co-operative Marketing Federation of India
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Aadi Mahotsav is an annual event that was started in 2017. The festival is an attempt to familiarise people with the rich and diverse craft, culture of tribal communities across the country, at one place. Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) under the M/o Tribal Affairs, as the nodal agency working towards tribal empowerment, has been putting in place several initiatives that help in improving the income and livelihood of the tribal people, while preserving their way of life and tradition. The Aadi Mahotsav is one such initiative that helps enable the economic welfare of these communities and bring them closer towards mainstream development.
22.3rd Edition of Indian Sign Language(ISL) launched virtually with ?
A. 10,000 terms
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
3rd Edition of Indian Sign Language(ISL) launched virtually with 10,000 terms (including 6,000 earlier terms) on 17th February 2021 in a virtual programme. The 3rd edition of the ISL Dictionary contains total 10,000 terms of everyday use, academic terms, legal & administrative terms, medical terms, technical terms and agricultural terms. The Dictionary also contains regional signs used in different parts of the country. To promote the use of Indian Sign Language as educational mode for deaf students at primary, secondary and higher education levels.
23.Dhubri Phulbari Bridge links which state ?
A. Assam to Meghalay
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The four lane bridge over the Brahmaputra between Dhubri (on North Bank) and Phulbari (on South Bank). It will connect Dhubri in Assam to Phulbari in Meghalaya.The bridge, to be built with a total cost of approx 4997 cr, will meet the long-standing demand of the people from Assam and Meghalaya who were depending on ferry services to travel between the two banks of the river.
24.Majuli Located in which state ?
A. Meghalay
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Majuli is a river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam and in 2016 it became the first island to be made a district in India. Majuli is the biggest river island in the world which is located on the Brahmaputra River in the state of Assam. This island is formed by the River Subansiri in the north and River Brahmaputra in the south.
25.Assam sharing boundary with ?
A. Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Assam is surrounded by Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh on the north, Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh on the east and Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram on the south.
26.Arjun Main Battle Tank developed by ?
A. Israel Aerospace Industries
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Arjun Main Battle Tank project was initiated by DRDO in 1972 with the Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE) as its lead laboratory. The objective was to create a “state-of-the-art tank with superior fire power, high mobility, and excellent protection”. Mass production began in 1996 at the Indian Ordnance Factory’s production facility in Avadi, Tamil Nadu.
27.FASTag operated by ?
A. National Highway Authority of India
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
FASTag is an electronic toll collection system in India, operated by the National Highway Authority of India. It employs Radio Frequency Identification technology for making toll payments directly from the prepaid or savings account linked to it or directly toll owner.
28.National Highways Authority of India is under ?
A. Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The National Highways Authority of India is an autonomous agency of the Government of India, set up in 1988 and is responsible for management of a network of over 50,000 km of National Highways out of 1,15,000 km in India. It is a nodal agency of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
29.Long Range Surface to Air Missiles (LRSAM) is ?
A. Surface-to-Air Missile
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
LRSAM is Surface-to-Air Missile .LRSAM designed and developed by DRDO in collaboration with various industry partner integrated by BDL, was flagged off on 14 Feb 2021 at Hyderabad flagged for final production phase.
30. Long Range Surface to Air Missiles (LRSAM) Devloped by ?
A. India and China
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
LRSAM is jointly developed by DRDO and IAI Israel to equip latest ships of Indian Navy. MRSAM surface-to-air missile is powered by a dual-pulse solid propulsion system.The weapon has the ability to engage multiple targets simultaneously at ranges of 70km.
31.‘Sustainable Development of Little Andaman Island - Vision Document’ plan released by ?
A. NITI Aayog
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
NITI Aayog’s plan ‘Sustainable Development of Little Andaman Island - Vision Document’, for the sustainable and holistic development of the 680 sq km, fragile Little Andaman Island in the Andaman and Nicobar group has raised the alarm among conservationists. This will be done by building a new greenfield coastal city there, that will be developed as a free trade zone and will compete with Singapore and Hong Kong.
32.Chairman of 15th Finance Commission ?
A. C. Rangarajan
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
The Finance Commission is a constitutional body formed by the President of India to give suggestions on centre-state financial relations. The 15th Finance Commission Chaired by Mr. N. K. Singh has submitted final report with recommendations for the 2021-26 period was tabled in Parliament on February 1, 2021.
33.15th Finance Commission recommended share of states in the central taxes for the 2021-26 is ?
A. 40
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The share of states in the central taxes for the 2021-26 period is recommended to be 41%. This is less than the 42% share recommended by the 14th Finance Commission for 2015-20 period. The adjustment of 1% is to provide for the newly formed union territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh from the resources of the centre.
34.Which criterion was introduced by the 15th Finance Commission ?
A. Income distance
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The Terms of Reference of the Commission required it to use the population data of 2011 while making recommendations. Accordingly, the Commission used 2011 population data for its recommendations. The demographic performance criterion has been used to reward efforts made by states in controlling their population. States with a lower fertility ratio will be scored higher on this criterion.
35.ASEAN-INDIA Hackathon is an initiative of ?
A. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
The ASEAN-INDIA Hackathon is an initiative taken by Ministry of Education on the clarion call of Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi. The ASEAN India Hackathon is being organized online from 1st -3rd February 2021 and prize distribution will take place on 4th February 2021. This unique hackathon offers opportunities for all the 10 ASEAN countries and India to forward their economic and cultural ties through collaboration in education, science and technology.
36.What is Current Edition of Aero India 2021 held in Bengalure ?
A. 11th
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Aero India 2021 three-day mega event to showcase the Aviation Industry. This is the 25th year of Aero India and the 13th edition of the event. Aero India 2021 is the 13th edition of the Aero India international air show, organised at Bengaluru, Karnataka from 03 - 05 February 2021. Aero India 2021 provides opportunity to demonstrate products to the potential customer and investors. In Aero India 2021 Exhibitors are likely to showcase their products using latest technologies to the potential customers. This is an important international event likely to be attended by thousands of business visitors and lakh general visitors.
37.Chauri chaura place located in which state ?
A. Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Chauri Chaura located in Gorakhpur District of Uttar Pradesh. Chauri Chaura marks 100 years of the ‘Chauri Chaura’ incident, a landmark event in the country’s fight for independence. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated ‘Chauri Chaura’ Centenary Celebrations at Chauri Chaura, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh on 04.02.2021 through video conference.
38.Chauri chaura Incident happended in which year ?
A. 1921
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
On February 4, 1922, a large group of nationalist volunteers had gathered on the streets of a small, obscure hamlet in the Gorakhpur district of the United Provinces. More than a year had passed since Mahatma Gandhi had launched the non-cooperation movement with the aim of attaining ‘Purna Swaraj’ (full independence). The volunteers marched through the streets shouting slogans of Gandhi and the Khilafat. Soon they walked into the police. Sticks and stones were thrown from one end in return for bullets from the other. As the crowd grew larger and fiercer, the cops retreated inside the police station. The protestors doused the building in kerosene and set it on fire. Twenty-three policemen perished. A total of 228 people were brought to trial in the incident, out of which 19 were sentenced to death. Due to voilence erupted in Chauri chaura incident Mahatma Gandhi withdrawn non-cooperation movement.
39.Chairman of the National Safety Council ?
A. S. N. Subrahmanyan
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Shri S. N. Subrahmanyan has been appointed Chairman of the National Safety Council for a period of three years. His experience is likely to guide the National Safety Council which has a major role to play to ensure safety in work places under new Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (OSH Code, 2020).
40.National Safety Council under Ministry of ?
A. Ministry of Education
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The 24th Session of the Standing Labour Committee(Ministry of Labour, Government of India) accepted the proposal concerning the constitution of the National Safety Council (NSC) in February, 1966. Accordingly, NSC was set up on 4th March, 1966 by the Ministry of Labour, Government of India. It was registered as a Society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 and subsequently, as a Public Trust under the Bombay Public Trust Act, 1950.
41.SAARC currency swap framework established in ?
A. 2012
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The SAARC currency swap framework came into operation on November 15, 2012, to provide a backstop line of funding for short term foreign exchange liquidity requirements or short-term balance of payments stress till longer term arrangements are made. The facility is available to all SAARC member countries, subject to their signing the bilateral swap agreements. Besides India, the other South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) member countries are — Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
42.Tapovan Vishnugad power plant Constructed on which river ?
A. Dhauliganga River
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The Tapovan Vishnugad power plant is a 520MW run-of-river project which is being constructed on Dhauliganga River in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand.
43.Dhauliganga river Tributary of ?
A. Dhauliganga River
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Dhauliganga river Originating from Vasudhara Tal, perhaps the largest glacial lake in Uttarakhand, the Dhauliganga flows in a meandering course, which takes it through the Nanda Devi National Park.The river merges with the Alaknanda at Vishnuprayag.It is one of the several tributaries of the Ganga.
44.Nanda Devi Mountain Situated in which state ?
A. Orissa
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Nanda Devi is the second highest mountain in India after Kangchenjunga. It is the 23rd-highest peak in the world. this phenomenal peak is situated in the Garhwal region, in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand.
45.Who won the January 2021 ICC Player of the Month award ?
A. Rohit Sharma
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
India’s wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant won the ICC’s inaugural Player of the Month award January 2021, ahead of England’s Joe Root and Ireland’s Paul Stirling, for his superlative performances in two Tests against Australia in January.
46.Shatoot Dam located in which country ?
A. India
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
A signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) for the construction of the Lalandar (Shatoot) Dam in Afghanistan took place on 9 February 2021. The MoU was signed between Government of India and Afghanistan. The project is a part of the New Development Partnership between India and Afghanistan.
47.India- Afghanistan Friendship Dam named as ?
A. Salma Dam
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Afghan-India Friendship Dam, formerly Salma Dam, is a hydroelectric and irrigation dam project located on the Hari River in Chishti Sharif District of Herat Province in western Afghanistan.Since this project is funded and constructed by the Government of India as a part of the Indian aid project, the Afghan cabinet renamed the Salma Dam to the Afghan-India Friendship Dam in a gesture of gratitude to strengthen relations between the two countries. The dam was opened on 4 June 2016 by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani.
48.20th edition of The Energy and Resources Institute’s (TERI) organised by ?
A. NITI Aayog
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the World Sustainable Development Summit 2021 on 10th February via video conferencing. The theme of the Summit is ‘Redefining our common future: Safe and secure environment for all’.
49.Major Port Authorities Bill, 2020 replace Trust with ?
A. Council
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Under the 1963 Act, all major ports are managed by the respective Board of Port Trusts that have members appointed by the central government. The Bill provides for the creation of a Board for each major port. These Boards will replace the existing Port Trusts.
50.India-Australia Circular Economy (I-ACE) Hackathon first time held in which year ?
A. 2017
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
The concept of I-ACE joint Hackathon originated in the virtual bilateral summit between the Hon. Prime Minister of India and the Hon. Prime Minister of Australia, held on June 4th, 2020 where they committed to joint circular economy innovation initiatives between the two countries.
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