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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • December 11, 2020 Current Affairs
1.
The International Anti-Corruption day is celebrated on which day?
December 9
December 7
December 2
December 3
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Anti Corruption Day is celebrated on December 9 to raise awareness of corruption and of the role of the Convention in combating and preventing it.

2.
Which institute has launched New Technology to Harvest Water from Air?
IIT-Ropar
IIT-Delhi
IIT- Madras
IIT-Guwahati
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has developed in first attempt novel materials that can efficiently harvest water from humid air.

3.
MoHFW has developed which mobile app for COVID-19 vaccination delivery?
Mahakavach
AarogyaSetu
GoK Direct
Co-Win
Answer: Option
Explanation:
MoHFW has developed Co-WIN mobile app for COVID-19 vaccination delivery, its digital platform includes a free downloadable mobile application which can help record vaccine data.

4.
Indian navy has finalized SMASH 2000 Anti-Drone systems with which country?
Russia
Iran
Israel
Iraq
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Navy has finalized a contract for procurement of a batch of Israeli weapon systems that are capable of bringing down high-speed enemy drones.

5.
Who is the author of book titled 'Dharma Decoding the Epics for a Meaningful Life'?
Amish Tripathi
Vikram Seth
Ruskin Bond
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The book, titled "Dharma: Decoding the Epics for A Meaningful Life", offers practical, philosophical lessons drawn from ancient Hindu epics. It is authored by Amish Tripathi. It is co-authored by Amish's sister Bhavana Roy.

6.
United Nations has approved to Mark December 27 as which day?
Epidemic Preparedness Day
National Mathematics Day
National Consumer Rights Day
World AIDS Day
Answer: Option
Explanation:
United Nations General Assembly agreed to 27thDecember will be known as the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness.

7.
International day of commemoration and dignity of the victims of the crime of genocide and of the prevention of this crime is celebrated on which day?
December 7
December 8
December 9
December 6
Answer: Option
Explanation:
International day of commemoration and dignity of the victims of the crime of genocide and of the prevention of this crime is celebrated every year on 9th December.

8.
Central Government has initiated how many Khelo India small centers to boost sports in India?
1200
1500
900
1000
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Government has started 1000 Khelo India small centers to encourage sports culture in country.

9.
For AYUSH product which council has been set up by the government of India?
Ayurvedic Export Promotion Council
AYUSH Export Promotion Council
Medical Council of India
Pharmacy Council of India
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In a bid to boost exports of Ayurvedic products, the government is mooting to set up an AYUSH Export Promotion Council (AEPC).

10.
Human Rights Day is celebrated on which date?
8 December
10 December
9 December
5 December
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Human Rights Day is observed on December 10th every year.The day is marked to raise awareness about cultural, social, and physical rights and to corroborate the welfare of society in all possible contexts.

11.
The Cabinet has approved Universal Service Obligation Fund Scheme for providing Mobile Coverage in which state?
Arunachal Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh
Sikkim
West Bengal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Cabinet also approved Universal Service Obligation Fund Scheme for providing mobile coverage in Arunachal Pradesh and two districts of Assam under the Comprehensive Telecom Development Plan for North Eastern Region.

12.
Which bank became designated bank for all financial transaction under NHM in WB?
ICICI Bank
HDFC Bank
Citi Bank
Dena Bank
Answer: Option
Explanation:
ICICI Bank has won the mandate to be the designated bank for all financial transactions under National Health Mission (NHM) in West Bengal.

13.
Who has been elected as the Speaker of the British Columbia Legislative Assembly?
Raj Chouhan
Sir Lindsay Hoyle
Ameenah Gurib-Fakim
Pravind Jugnauth
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Raj Chouhan, an Indian-origin legislator in Canada, has been elected as the Speaker of the British Columbia Legislative Assembly, becoming first from the community to occupy the post.

14.
What is the theme of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2021?
Role of Indian Diaspora in building New India
Redefining engagement with the Indian diaspora
Contributing to Atmanirbhar Bharat
Apna Bharat, Apna Gaurav
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme of PBD 2021 is "Contributing to Atmanirbhar Bharat". PravasiBharatiya Divas Convention is the flagship event of the Government of India and provides an important platform to engage and connect with the overseas diaspora.

15.
Which dance form will make its debut in the Olympics at the Paris games in 2024?
Jazz
Pole Dance
Break dancing
Aerobics
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Break dancing will make its debut in the Olympics at the Paris games in 2024 after the International Olympic Committee made the move official.

16.
Who has won 2020 Goldman Environmental Prize ceremony in Asia continent?
Leydy Pech
Paul Sein Twa
Ana Colovic Lesoska
Linda Garcia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Paul Sein Twa has won 2020 Goldman Environmental Prize ceremony in Asia continent.

17.
Who has been appointed as the brand ambassador of free fire mobile app?
Suresh Raina
Xavi
Lionel Messi
Cristiano Ronaldo
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the most well-known footballers of this generation, is going to be included as a playable character in the battle royal game Garena Free Fire.

18.
Which of the following countries has announced to give free corona vaccine to all citizens?
USA
Britain
Finland
Russia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Finland's Health Ministry announced that the COVID-19 vaccination in the country will be free and the distribution will start in early 2021.

19.
Which organisation has approved a USD 2.5 million technical assistance to support advanced BioFuel development in India?
World Bank
Bank Central Asia
DBS
Asian Development Bank
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Asian Development Bank has approved USD 2.5 million technical assistance to support advanced BioFuel development in India.

20.
Delhi ranked at which place in Urban Governance Index 2020?
2nd
13th
15th
9th
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The capital of India Delhi ranks 13th in the in Urban Governance Index 2020 list.