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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • July 25, 2022 Current Affairs
1.
Which Indian Governor has been given additional charge of West Bengal?
Kambhampati Hari Babu
B. D. Mishra
La. Ganesan
Satya Pal Malik
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Manipur Governor La. Ganesan has been given an additional charge of West Bengal until regular arrangements are made.

2.
What is the theme of World Brain Day (WBD) 2022?
Brain Health for all
Move Together to End Parkinson's Disease
Our brain, our future
Stop Multiple Sclerosis
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Brain Day (WBD) 2022 is dedicated to the theme "Brain Health for All" as our brains continue to be challenged by pandemics, wars, climate change, massive disparities in health equity and myriad preventable diseases.

3.
The indigenous pilot-less 'Varuna' drone was developed by which company?
Zen Technologies
Sagar Defence Engineering
Paras Defence & Space Technologies
Infoedge India
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The makers of this indigenous pilot-less 'Varuna' drone start-up Sagar Defence Engineering demonstrated this in his presence.

4.
Droupadi Murmu had served as the 9th Governor of which state between 2015 and 2021?
Jharkhand
Odisha
Telangana
Bihar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Droupadi Murmu served as the 9th Governor of Jharkhand between 2015 and 2021.

5.
Who has been honoured with Kerala's highest film award, the JC Daniel Award 2022?
Ramesh Kandula
Rajesh Talwar
KP Kumaran
Alok Chakrawal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Malayalam filmmaker KP Kumaran has been honoured with Kerala's highest film award, the JC Daniel Award.

6.
The Asia Cup 2022 will be shifted to which nation from Sri Lanka?
Australia
South Africa
Oman
UAE
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly confirmed that the Asia Cup 2022 will be shifted from Sri Lanka to the UAE.

7.
Indian Economy is expected to expand by how much in FY 2022-23, as per latest FICCI Survey?
6.8 percent
7 percent
8.4 percent
6 percent
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) released its quarterly survey. The Indian economy is expected to expand 7% in fiscal 2022/23, slower than a previous estimate of 7.4% and the central bank's 7.2% projection, according to a survey by India's leading industry body.

8.
Which film has won the "Best Feature Film" at the 68th National Film Awards?
Testimony of Anna
Soorarai Pottru
Manah Aru Manuh
Tanhaji
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Soorarai Pottru film has won the "Best Feature Film" at the 68th National Film Awards.

9.
Which state has become the 1st Indian state to connect all registered commercial vehicles equipped with VLTD with ERSS?
Gujarat
Maharashtra
Rajasthan
Himachal Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Himachal Pradesh has become the first state in the country to connect all registered commercial vehicles equipped with Vehicle Location Tracking Device (VLTD) with Emergency Response Support System (ERSS).

10.
Which film has won the "Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment" at the 68th National Film Awards?
Soorarai Pottru
KGF-2
RRR
Tanhaji
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tanhaji film has won the "Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment" at the 68th National Film Awards.

11.
Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana has completed five years on 21st July 2022. It is implemented through which organisations?
United India Insurance Company
New India Insurance Company
Life Insurance Corporation of India
General Insurance Company
Answer: Option
Explanation:
It is being implemented through the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India.

12.
Who has been appointed as the new prime minister of Sri Lanka in July 2022?
Dinesh Gunawardena
Sagara Kariyawasam
Mahinda Rajapaksa
Ranil Wickremesinghe
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dinesh Gunawardena has appointed as the new prime minister of Sri Lanka in July 2022.

13.
CBDT is being celebrated 162nd Income Tax Day on which date?
July 25
July 23
July 22
July 24
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) celebrated the 162nd Income Tax Day (also known as Aaykar Diwas) on 24 July 2022.

14.
Who has been appointed as the International Association of Ports and Harbors in July 2022?
Yasmin Haque
Brajendra Navnit
Ennarasu Karunesan
J.S. Deepak
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Tokyo-based International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH), the global ports' forum for industry collaboration and excellence, has appointed Ennarasu Karunesan as its official representative in India.

15.
National Broadcasting Day is being celebrated on which date?
July 23
July 21
July 24
July 22
Answer: Option
Explanation:
National Broadcasting Day is being celebrated on July 23 in India.