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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • June 27, 2021 Current Affairs
1.
Who has been in the first place in the list of the world's biggest donors of the last 100 years?
Aziz Premji
Jamsetji Tata
Akshay Kumar
Jeff Bezos
Answer: Option
Explanation:
According to a list prepared by EdelGive Foundation and Hurun Report, Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, the founder of Tata Group has emerged as the biggest philanthropist in the world over the last 100 years.

2.
Toycathon 2021 is an inter-ministerial initiative organized by which of the ministry?
Ministry of Education
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Finance
Ministry of Road and Transport
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Toycathon 2021 was jointly launched by the Ministry of Education, WCD Ministry, MSME Ministry, DPIIT, Textile Ministry, I&B Ministry, and AICTE.

3.
Which country will host the 9th Asian Ministerial Energy Roundtable (AMER9) in 2022?
UAE
Russia
Japan
India
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India will host the 9th Asian Ministerial Energy Roundtable (AMER9) in 2022.

4.
Who has been appointed as the first vice-chancellor of Delhi Sports University?
P. T. Usha
Saikhom Mirabai Chanu
Geeta Phogat
Karnam Malleshwari
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Government of Delhi has appointed former Padma Shri-winning Indian weightlifter Karnam Malleshwari as the first vice-chancellor of Delhi Sports University.

5.
Pradeep Singh Tiwana become the first Indian to be appointed a judge in which country?
Australia
Japan
Austria
China
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Barrister Pardeep Singh Tiwana has become the first Indian to be appointed as a judge of the County Court of Victoria (Australia).

6.
Microsoft has developed its latest version of the Windows Operating System, with a new user interface and improvements to performance. Which is the latest version?
Windows 10A
Windows 12
Windows XPro
Windows 11
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Microsoft has launched its new Windows operating system 'Windows 11'. It is being called the "next generation" of Windows.

7.
The International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is observed annually on which date?
Last Saturday of June
June 26
June 25
Last Friday of June
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is a United Nations recognized day observed every year on 26 June.

8.
'Tax Inspectors without Borders' is an initiative of UNDP in association with which organization?
OECD
IMF
UNICEF
UNESCO
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tax Inspectors Without Borders a joint initiative of the United Nations Development Programme and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development has launched its programme in Bhutan.

9.
What is the theme of the 2021 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking?
Better Knowledge for Better Care
Share Facts on Drugs, Save Lives
Listen First
Health for Justice, Justice for Health
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2021 is "Share Facts On Drugs, Save Lives".

10.
The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is observed on which day?
23 June
26 June
25 June
24 June
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United Nations recognized International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is observed annually on 26 June.

11.
Which state govt. approved "Student Credit Card scheme" in their state?
Assam
Bihar
Punjab
West Bengal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The West Bengal government launched the Students Credit Card Scheme which shall come into effect from June 30, 2021.

12.
Fabindia has partnered with which payment provider to launch exclusive co-branded contactless credit card?
American Express
SBI Cards
RBL Bank
IndusInd Bank
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The SBI Cards & Payment Services has tied up with lifestyle retail chain, Fabindia, to launch an exclusive co-branded contactless credit card called 'Fabindia SBI Card'.

13.
Kaylee McKeown has broken the world record in the women's 100 metre backstroke, with 57:45 clock time, recently. She represents which country?
Australia
United States
Sweden
England
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Australian swimmer Kaylee McKeown has broken the world record in the women's 100 metre backstroke, as she reached the target point within a time frame of 57:45.

14.
Who is the author of the book titled 'It's a Wonderful Life: Roads to Happiness'?
Arundhati Roy
Salman Rushdie
Ruskin Bond
Amitav Ghosh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Padma Bhushan-winning renowned author Ruskin Bond, has come out with his new book titled "It's a Wonderful Life: Roads to Happiness".

15.
India's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier (IAC-I) is planned to be commissioned by 2022. The carrier is being built by which company?
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd
Cochin Shipyard Limited
Goa Shipyard Limited
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier is planned to be commissioned by 2022 is being built at the Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi, Kerala, under a public-private partnership.

16.
Which of the following minister launched 'itat e-dwar', an e-filing portal of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal?
Ravi Shankar Prasad
Amit Shah
Narendra Modi
Nirmala Sitharaman
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union Minister for Law & Justice, Communications and Electronics & IT, Ravi Shankar Prasad launched the e-filing portal of Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), 'itat e-dwar'.

17.
Mission Youth in Which UT will support more than 2500 students annually to prepare to compete at National Level in various exams?
Jammu and Kashmir
Delhi
Chandigarh
Punjab
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Mission Youth J&K has initiated the process to support more than 2500 students every year for undergoing competitive examination coaching to prepare them for competing at the national level in various examinations.

18.
Which of the following neighbouring countries of India has remained on FATF 'Grey List'?
Bangladesh
Nepal
Bhutan
Pakistan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Financial Action Task Force has remained put Pakistan on the 'Grey List' due to failure to take appropriate action against UN-designated terrorists such as 26/11 accused Hafiz Saeed and JeM chief Masood Azhar.

19.
Which one has successfully test-fired Enhanced Pinaka Rocket?
NASA
ISRO
DRDO
DESTO
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The DRDO has successfully tested fired extended-range version of indigenously developed Pinaka rocket from a Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher.

20.
Which bank has launched the Aarogyam healthcare business loan scheme for the healthcare sector?
YES Bank
HDFC Bank
Canara Bank
SBI
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The State Bank of India has launched a new business loan scheme titled 'Aarogyam Loan' for the healthcare sector.