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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • October 17, 2019 Current Affairs
1.
Which state government is going to organize KHON Ramlila?
UP
Bihar
Madhya Pradesh
Haryana
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh State government is planning to organize India's first training and performance program of world-famous KHON Ramlila. It is a masked form of Ramlila art of Thailand.

2.
'Shinyuu Maitri' is a joint military exercise between which countries?
India-Nepal
India-Japan
India-China
India- USA
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Japan and India are jointly organizing 'Shinyuu Maitri' military exercise to extend bilateral relations.

3.
To boost digital payments in India, which player along with Master Card has launched 'Team Cashless India'?
Virat Kohli
Suresh Raina
M S Dhoni
Ashish Nehra
Answer: Option
Explanation:
MasterCard, M S Dhoni launched 'Team Cashless India' campaign to boost digital payments in India.

4.
Which State government is signing a MoU with NASSCOM to create more jobs for the youth by promoting investment in the information technology sector?
Bihar
Telangana
Kerala
Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh State government is to sign a MoU with the National Organization of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) on 17 October.

5.
Which of the following companies is developing an Artificial intelligence (AI)-based tool for analysis of terrorist activities?
TCS
L&T
BEL
HUL
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The public-sector giant Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has announced that it is developing an Artificial intelligence (AI)-based tool for analysis of terrorist activities.

6.
The 5th World Coffee Conference will be held in which city?
Hyderabad
New Delhi
Bengaluru
Guwahati
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Bengaluru has been selected to host the 5th Edition of World Coffee Conference from 7-9 September 2020.

7.
Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), has crossed which of the following milestones?
50 Lakh Mark
30 Lakh Mark
44 Lakh Mark
100 Lakh Mark
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), Narendra Modi government's flagship program, crossed the milestone of 50 lakh mark.

8.
On the occasion of World Food Day, which scheme was launched by FSSAI?
Food Quality Scheme
Health and Food Relation Scheme
Food Supply Gram
Food Safety Mitra
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dr Harsh Vardhan launched Food Safety Mitra Scheme to engage motivated individuals with the food safety ecosystem at ground level.

9.
Nahsri tunnel has been renamed on whose name?
Jawahar Lal Nehru
Mahatma Gandhi
Deen Bandhu Choturam
Shyama Prasad Mukherjee
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Nashri tunnel (9.2 km) that links Kashmir with Jammu on NH 44 will be named after Bharatiya Jansangh founder Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee.

10.
On which date Global Handwashing Day is being celebrated?
October 11
October 16
October 17
October 15
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Global Handwashing Day is celebrated on 15 October every year. The Day is observed to increase awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap.

11.
The Asia-Pacific Trade and Investment Report (APTIR) was release by which organizations?
ESCAP
UNCTAD
Both 1 and 2
WTO
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Asia-Pacific Trade and Investment Report (APTIR) was jointly released by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

12.
Which one is India's rank in Global Hunger Index?
103
115
110
102
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India 102nd among 117 countries in Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2019, was 95th in 2018.

13.
Who has been recently selected as president of Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance?
Jatin Thakur
Vivek Tomar
Satish Reddy
Nandan Nilekani
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dr. Reddy's Chairman K.K. Satish Reddy has been appointed as the new President of the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance for 2019-21. Panacea Biotec Limited's MD will continue as Vice President.

14.
Which one is India's rank in World Giving Index?
23
67
82
98
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India ranked 82nd in the 2019 World Giving Index (WGI). The survey ranking was released by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), an international organization.

15.
On which date World Maths Day is being celebrated?
October 14
October 15
October 17
October 16
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Maths Day is celebrated on 15 October every year. The Day aims to encourage students globally to take part in competitive math-themed games.

16.
Which one is India's rank in Global Unicorn List 2019?
5
6
4
3
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India ranked third in the 2019 Hurun Global Unicorn List. It accounts for 21 of the world's 494 unicorns. China topped the list with 206 Unicorns, followed by the US with 203 Unicorns

17.
Prince William and Kate Middleton visited which country first time in 13 years?
China
Pakistan
Nepal
Oman
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prince William and Kate Middleton are on a five day State visit to Pakistan from 14 October to 18 October 2019. This is the first royal visit to Pakistan in 13 years.

18.
Which mobile app was launched by Maharashtra State government to minimize the loss of life by making roads safe for driving?
MRADMS
LRADMS
SRADMS
None of the above
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Maharashtra Highway Police launched MRADMS Maharashtra, a mobile application, for its personnel.

19.
At which place the 17th Meeting of Maritime States Development Council (MSDC) was held?
Kolkata
New Delhi
Chennai
Pune
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 17th Meeting of Maritime States Development Council (MSDC) was held in New Delhi .The government is looking at developing synergy between the major and minor ports so that together they can bring port-led development in the country.

20.
According to UNICEF's State of the World's Children Report, which of the following is the main reason for death among children below 5 years?
Stunting
Obesity
Malnutrition
All of the above
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Malnutrition behind 69% deaths among children below 5 years in India: UNICEF's State of the World's Children Report.