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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • January 31, 2021 Current Affairs
1.
What is India's rank in Asia-Pacific Personalized Health index?
2nd
5th
10th
8th
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The India has ranked 10th out of 11 Asia Pacific countries in a newly-launched health index to measure the progress towards personalized healthcare.

2.
Which telecom company has become the first one in India to demonstrate the 5G network?
VI
Airtel
BSNL
JIO
Answer: Option
Explanation:
As the race for 5G progresses in the country, the Bharti Airtel has took an edge by becoming the first telecom operator in India to demonstrate 5G services successfully.

3.
Which state's Chief Minister has launched the Agriculture Pump Power Connection Policy?
Uttar Pradesh
Maharashtra
Karnataka
Kerala
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray formally launched the Agriculture Pump Power Connection Policy.

4.
Under which theme the Union Minister of Environment, Forest & Climate Change has launched the Indo-French Year of the Environment?
Environmental Protections
Climate Change
Biodiversity Conservation
All of above
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prakash Javadekar has launched the Indo-French Year of the Environment based on five main themes- environmental protections, climate change, biodiversity conservation, sustainable urban development, and the development of renewable energies and energy efficiency.

5.
The Martyrs day is observed on which date?
28 January
29 January
31 January
30 January
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Every year, the Shaheed Diwas or the Martyrs' Day is observed on 30 January in India.

6.
What is the theme of the World NTD Day 2021?
Face NTDs: End the Neglect
Beat NTDs
Good vs. evil
Courage and perseverance
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme of the World NTD(Neglected Tropical Diseases) Day 2021 is Face NTDs: End the Neglect.

7.
Which country topped the Coronavirus Performance Index released by Lowy Institute?
Australia
Japan
New Zealand
Russia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
New Zealand has topped the Coronavirus Performance Index released by Lowy Institute. Vietnam and Taiwan are 2nd and 3rd countries respectively in the index.

8.
The Central Government has approved the Start-up India Seed Fund Scheme. Which department will implement it?
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Ministry of Agriculture
Ministry of Coal
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Central Government has approved 'Start-up India Seed Fund Scheme' (SISFS). The scheme will be implemented by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DIIT).

9.
Who has been appointed as the new Vice-chief of Army Staff to replace incumbent VC Lt General SK Saini?
Anil Chauhan
Ranjeet Singh Rana
Chandi Prasad Mohanty
Iqroop Singh Ghuman
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Lieutenant General Chandi Prasad Mohanty has been appointed as the new Vice-chief of Army staff.

10.
The World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day is observed on which date?
January 30
January 29
January 28
January 27
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The second World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day (World NTD Day) is being observed on January 30 to celebrate the achievements made towards control of the world's NTDs.

11.
Who has launched its new Taj Mahal inspired Engineering Hub in NCR?
Snapdeal
Microsoft
Amazon
Flipkart
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Technology giant Microsoft on Thursday announced the launch of its new India Development Center (IDC) facility in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, which will serve as a premier center of engineering and innovation. The workspace architecture of the center is inspired by the Taj Mahal.

12.
Giuseppe Conte served as the Prime Minister of which country?
Italy
Spain
France
Poland
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has resigned after losing his Senate majority.

13.
As per the International Monetary Fund, which is the only key country that would record a double-digit growth rate in FY22?
India
China
USA
Russia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
As per the International Monetary Fund the India is the only key country that would record 11.5 percent growth rate a double-digit growth in FY22.

14.
Build Back Better recovery plan is associated with the Head of which country?
New Zealand
USA
Japan
India
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Build Back Better recovery plan is associated with the Head of the United State.

15.
Which country has signed an order to allow transgender persons to serve in military roles?
Singapore
USA
India
Pakistan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United States of America has signed an order to allow Transgender persons to serve in Military roles.

16.
Which country has secured the first position in the Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2020?
New Zealand
Denmark
USA
Both A and B
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The New Zealand and Denmark have jointly secured the first position in the Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2020.

17.
What is the rank of India in the Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2020?
50
90
86
102
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The India has been ranked 86th among 180 countries in Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2020, released by Transparency International.

18.
Which organization has released the World Economic Situation and Prospects 2021?
UN
IMF
World Bank
ADB
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The report is produced by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), with inputs from the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), and the five UN regional commissions.

19.
Who has been launched the 'Krishi Sakha' app for farmers?
Axis Bank
Bharti AXA General
Karnataka Grameen Vikas Bank
Bank of Baroda
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Bharti Axa General Insurance has launched a new app "Krishi Sakha" to cater to the needs of farmers and guide them in adopting best farming practices and enhancing productivity.