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1.
Which Union Ministry is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) scheme?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The PMGSY is under the authority of the Ministry of Rural Development and was begun on 15 August 2000. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) gave its approval for the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-I and II up to September 2022, for Rs 33,822 crore.
Category : National
2.
Prime Minister has launched various developmental projects in Mahoba. In which state is the Mahoba district located?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi dedicated to the Nation various developmental projects in Mahoba of Uttar Pradesh.
Category : State
3.
The Annual Council of Ministers meeting of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) was recently held in which city?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 21st Annual Council of Ministers (COM) meeting of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) was held in a hybrid format in Dhaka.
Category : National
4.
SIDBI has partnered with which technology major to launch $15 million financial assistance program for micro-enterprises?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has collaborated with Google to launch a $15 million financial assistance program for micro-enterprises.
Category : Miscellaneous
5.
Which stock player has launched the VOICE TRADING service, powered by artificial intelligence?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Paytm Money, a wholly-owned subsidiary of fintech platform Paytm, has launched Voice Trading, powered by artificial intelligence.
Category : Miscellaneous
6.
Which bank has signed a strategic agreement with Jamshedpur Football Club, to promote and support football in India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The State Bank of India signed a strategic agreement with Jamshedpur Football Club, a fully owned subsidiary of Tata Steel, to promote and support football in India.
Category : Banking
7.
Which country has topped the global list of 2021 TRACE Bribery Risk Rankings?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Denmark has topped the global list of 2021 TRACE Bribery Risk Rankings with a score of 2.
Category : International
8.
What is the position of India in producing footwear and leather garments in the world?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India is the second-largest producer of footwear and leather garments in the world.
Category : Miscellaneous
9.
What is the theme of the 2021 Universal/World Children's Day?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme of the 2021 Universal/World Children's Day is A Better Future for Every Child.
Category : Miscellaneous
10.
Which organization has received the Guinness World Record for constructing & blacktopping the world highest motorable road "Umling la Pass"?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Border Roads Organisation has received the Guinness World Record for constructing & blacktopping the world highest motorable road passing through the 19,024 feet 0.73 inches (5798.251m) high Umlingla Pass in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Category : National
11.
PM Modi has inaugurated the Atal Ekta Park in which place of the country?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
PM inaugurated Atal Ekta Park in Jhansi, named after former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Category : National
12.
Who has been given the 'Indian Film Personality of the Year' award?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Actor-turned-politician Hema Malini and renowned lyricist Prasoon Joshi will be felicitated with the "Indian film personality of the year" award at the 52nd edition of IFFI.
Category : Awards and Honours
13.
Which player has won the 2021 Erste Bank Open Tennis title in men's single?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In Tennis, Alexander Zverev (Germany) defeated America's Frances Tiafoe 7-5, 6-4 to win the 2021 Erste Bank Open in Vienna.
Category : Sports
14.
What is the rank of India in the Bribery Risk Matrix 2021 by TRACE International?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India is placed at 82nd position in the TRACE Bribery Risk Matrix 2021. The country stood at 77th position in 2020.
Category : Miscellaneous
15.
Which day is celebrated as the UN-recognized World Children's Day globally?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Universal/World Children's Day is celebrated on 20 November annually to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improve children's welfare.
Category : Important Days
16.
The Indian village Pochampally has been selected for the 'Best Tourism Villages' award by the UNWTO. In which state is the village located?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Pochampally village in Telangana has been selected for the 'Best Tourism Villages' award by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).
Category : State
17.
Department of Animal husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) functions under which Union Ministry?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Department of Animal husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) is an Indian government department. It is a subsidiary department of the Ministry of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries which was formed as a new Indian ministry in 2019.
Category : National
18.
What is the theme of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week Theme 2021?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week Theme 2021 is Spread Awareness, Stop Resistance.
Category : Miscellaneous
19.
Who has been named for the Lifetime Achievement Award for 2021 by the Badminton World Federation?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Indian badminton legend Prakash Padukone has been selected for the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for 2021 by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Council.
Category : Awards and Honours
20.
Which state has roped in Salman Khan as the ambassador for the vaccine campaign in the Muslim-dominated region?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Maharashtra Government has roped in veteran Bollywood actor Salman Khan as vaccine ambassador for campaigning and appealing to people to take both the jabs of the Covid vaccine, especially in Muslim-dominated areas.
Category : State
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