Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
International Migrants Day is observed on which date?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
International Migrants Day is observed on 18 December every year to raise awareness about the social and economic conditions as well as circumstances of migrants.
Category : Important Days
2.
Researchers at which institution have developed an RT-PCR based kit to detect Omicron variant?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Researchers at IIT Delhi's Kusuma School of Biological Sciences have developed an RT-PCR based kit for detection of the Omicron (B.1.1.529.1) variant of SARS-CoV-2.
Category : Miscellaneous
3.
Who has been honoured with SJFI Sportsman of the year 2021?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Neeraj Chopra, who won India's lone gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics, was adjudged the SJFI Sportsman of the Year 2021.
Category : Awards and Honours
4.
In which state Asian Development Bank has approved a loan of $112 million for setting up Skill University?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank has approved a $112 million loan to strengthen skill education and training through the establishment of the Assam Skill University.
Category : State
5.
Which organisation has released the 'State of the world's land and water resources for food and agriculture (SOLAW 2021) report?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The state of the world's land and water resources for food and agriculture (SOLAW 2021) report was released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
Category : Miscellaneous
6.
Which company will develop electric vehicles (EV) with BMW's motorcycle brand in India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's TVS Motor Company will develop electric vehicles (EV) with BMW's motorcycle brand in India.
Category : National
7.
Who is the head of the Advisory Committee for Leveraging Regulatory and Technology Solutions set up by the Securities and Exchange Board of India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Madhabi Puri Buch is the head of the Advisory Committee for Leveraging Regulatory and Technology Solutions (ALeRTS) set up by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
Category : Persons
8.
Which company has announced the Digital Payments Utsav for 500 villages in India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
WhatsApp has announced the Digital Payments Utsav for 500 villages in India.
Category : Miscellaneous
9.
Which company has signed a purchase agreement with Solar Energy Corporation of India to supply 4,667 MW of green power?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Adani Green Energy Ltd has signed a purchase agreement with Solar Energy Corporation of India to supply 4,667 MW of green power.
Category : National
10.
Which organization has approved a $112 million loan to strengthen skills education and training through the establishment of the Assam Skill University?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The ADB has approved a $112 million loan to strengthen skills education and training through the establishment of the Assam Skill University.
Category : Miscellaneous
11.
Who has been honoured with the Sports Journalists' Federation of India Medal 2021?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Sports Journalists' Federation of India has decided to honour former Indian Cricketer and cricket commentator Sunil Manohar Gavaskar with its prestigious 'SJFI Medal 2021'.
Category : Awards and Honours
12.
National Minorities Rights Day is celebrated on which date?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Every year, December 18 is celebrated as Minorities Rights Day to uphold the right to freedom and equal opportunities for the ethnic minorities in India and create awareness about the respect and dignity of the minorities.
Category : Important Days
13.
Who is the author of the book titled 'Raj Kapoor: The Master at Work', released by Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Vice President released the book 'Raj Kapoor: The Master at Work'; authored by Rahul Rawail.
Category : Persons
14.
Name the NASA spacecraft which has become the first spacecraft to pass through the Sun's outer atmosphere?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has entered the Sun's upper atmosphere for, first time in history.
Category : Science
15.
World Arabic Language Day is celebrated every year on which day?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Arabic Language Day is celebrated every year on 18th December since 2012.
Category : Important Days
16.
Who has received knighthood at Windsor Castle, London?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Lewis Hamilton has picked up a new title only days after losing one on the track. He received a knighthood at Windsor Castle, London.
Category : Awards and Honours
17.
Who has been appointed as the Director-General of Software Technology of India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Arvind Kumar has joined as Director General of Software Technology of India.
Category : Persons
18.
Which institution released the "Tracking Universal Coverage - 2021 Global Monitoring Report"?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Health Organization has released the "Tracking Universal Coverage - 2021 Global Monitoring Report".
Category : Miscellaneous
19.
Who has been named Time magazine's 2021 Athlete of the Year?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Simone Biles was named Time magazine's 2021 Athlete of the Year.
Category : Awards and Honours
20.
RBI has introduced a prompt corrective action framework for large non-banking financial companies. The provisions of the PCA framework will be effective from?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
RBI has introduced a prompt corrective action framework for large non-banking financial companies with effect from October 2022.
Category : National
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