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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • December 4, 2020 Current Affairs
1.
Who has represented India at the 2020 Industry Transition Leadership summit?
Ajay Bijli
Nitin Gadkari
Prakash Javadekar
Bhupesh Baghel
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The MoEFCC Minister Prakash Javadekar represents India at 2020 Industry Transition Leadership Virtual Summit.

2.
Who has launched 1st virtual National Tribal Festival?
Shri Ramesh Chand Meena
Ms. Meena Singh
Shri Pravir Krishna
Shri Arjun Munda
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Shri Arjun Munda, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs has launched the Virtual edition of National Tribal Festival in Madhya Pradesh.

3.
World's Oldest Nanostructures founded in 6th century BC pottery has been discovered at which place?
Keeladi
Madurai
Tiruppur
Dindigul
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Scientists have discovered the oldest known human-made Nanomaterials in the "unique black coatings" In a Keeladi (Tamil Nadu).

4.
For which purpose Kaspersky and CERT-In has announced strategic partnership?
Improving Cyber Security
Atmanirbhar Krishi
Atmanirbhar Bharat
Improving Farming Sector
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Kaspersky and CERT-In announced Strategic Partnership for Improving Cyber-Security Capabilities.

5.
What is the theme of 20th edition of Sri Lanka Economics Summit 2020?
Deepening Economic Integration for Sustainable Development in South Asia
On the Fast Track to a Turnaround
Shaping South Asia's Future
Roadmap for Take-off: Driving a People -Centric Economic Revival
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme for this 2020 event is "Roadmap for Take-off: Driving a People -Centric Economic Revival".

6.
Ramayan Cruise Service which is India's 1st Luxury Cruise Service has been launched on which river?
Sharda River
Son River
Saryu River
Sindh River
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Ramayan Cruise Service has launched on Saryu River in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.

7.
Who has launched Green Charcoal Hackathon?
Raj Kumar Singh
A. K. Gautam
Ashish Upadhyay
Gurdeep Singh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Power Minister RK Singh virtually launched Green Charcoal Hackathon to focus on technology to convert from Residue into Green Charcoal.

8.
S&P global ratings has retained India's growth forecast how much for FY21?
-8%
-9%
-7%
-6%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Standard & Poor's Global Ratings retained its forecast of 9% contraction in India's economy for the current fiscal even as it pegged the FY22 growth at 10%.

9.
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed on which date?
December 3
November 30
December 1
December 2
Answer: Option
Explanation:
December 3rd is celebrated as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD).

10.
Merriam-Webster and Dictionary.com has selected which word as Word of the Year?
Quarantine
COVID-19
Pandemic
Lockdown
Answer: Option
Explanation:
For the first time, two dictionary companies Merriam-Webster and Dictionary.com declared the "Pandemic" word as their word of the year.

11.
ADB approved $430 million MFF for which state's Power Distribution Network Rehabilitation Project?
Rajasthan
Madhya Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh
Haryana
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Multi-lateral funding agency ADB will provide loan about Rs 4,143 crore for power projects in Uttar Pradesh.

12.
According to IFCN Dairy processor report 2020, Anand Milk Union Ltd. was ranked at which place?
6th
8th
7th
5th
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Anand Milk Union Ltd. has ranked 8th among the top 20 global dairy processors as assessed by the international dairy research body IFCN Dairy Research Network.

13.
Which company has manufactured India's first 100 Octane Petrol?
BPCL
IOCL
Castrol India
ONGC
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Indian Oil Corporation launched the Nation's first 100 Octane petrol, helping India join a select league of Nation's globally that have such superior quality fuel.

14.
Who is the author of book titled 'Vahana Masterclass'?
Ray Bradbury
George R.R. Martin
Joan Didion
Alfredo Covelli
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Alfredo Covelli, an Italy based author launched new book 'Vahana Masterclass' for Children and Young Audience.

15.
What is the theme of 2020 National Pollution Control day?
Reduce Plastic Pollution
Rise Awareness about the Importance of Pollution Control and Educate People on how to Prevent Pollution
Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution
Reduce Pollution for Stable Environment
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Theme for the Pollution Control Day 2020 is to Rise Awareness about the Importance of Pollution Control and Educate People on how to Prevent Pollution.

16.
Who has launched Five Star Village Postal scheme in Dehradun?
Manoj Sinha
Ravi Shankar Prasad
Sanjay Dhotre
Dayanidhi Maran
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union Minister of State for Communication Sanjay Dhotre launched Five Star Village Postal schemes in Dehradun.

17.
Which bank has launched SBI RuPay JCB Platinum Contactless Debit Card?
SBI
NPCI
JCB
All of Above
Answer: Option
Explanation:
SBI has partnered with NPCI and Japan's JCB International Co for unveiling new 'SBI RuPay JCB Platinum Contactless Debit Card'.

18.
Who has been appointed as the President of Volleyball Federation of India?
Raj Kumar
MP Kandhamal
Achyuta Samanta
Anil Choudhury
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prof. Achyuta Samanta has been elected unopposed as the President of Volleyball Federation of India (VFI).

19.
Which state has launched a One-Time Power Bill Settlement scheme 2020?
Maharashtra
Karnataka
Andhra Pradesh
Goa
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant launched a One-Time Power Bill Settlement scheme for power consumers.

20.
According to GTI 2020, which country was affected most by Terrorism?
Afghanistan
Iraq
Nigeria
Syria
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Afghanistan was the most affected by terrorism followed by Iraq, while India ranked 8th on the Global Terrorism Index 2020.