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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • November 5, 2022 Current Affairs
1.
Which Union Ministry is associated with the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) scheme?
Ministry of Rural Development
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Ministry of Urban and Housing Affairs
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The government approved a subsidy of Rs 51,875 crore for phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilisers for the second half of 2022-23. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers.

2.
Which insurance company has launched a first-of-its-kind satellite index-based Farm Yield Insurance Policy?
Bajaj Allianz General Insurance
Max Life Insurance
Kotak Life Insurance
HDFC ERGO General Insurance
Answer: Option
Explanation:
HDFC ERGO General Insurance, launches a first-of-its-kind satellite index-based Farm Yield Insurance Policy.

3.
Who has become the first G7 Leader to visit China in 3 years?
Olaf Scholz
Justin Trudeau
Fumio Kishida
Giorgia Meloni
Answer: Option
Explanation:
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will be visiting China. He has become the first leader from the Group of Seven (G7) to land in China in about 3 years.

4.
Who has been elected as the Prime Minister of Israel?
Benny Gantz
Yair Lapid
Aryeh Deri
Benjamin Netanyahu
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Benjamin Netanyahu has been elected as the Prime Minister of Israel.

5.
Which state has hosted the 3-day Civil Air Navigation Services Organization Conference from 1st to 3rd November 2022?
Goa
Mumbai
Kerala
Karnataka
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Civil Aviation Minister inaugurates the CANSO Asia Pacific Conference 2022 in Goa, India on 01st November.

6.
Which renowned Footballer has announced retirement from the game?
Sergio Busquets Burgos
Jordi Alma Ramos
Gerard Pique
Marcos Alonso
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Legendary Footballer from Spain Gerard Pique on November 3, 2022, announced his retirement from the sport after Barcelona's next La Liga Match. Arriving at Camp Nou at the age of 10, Gerard Pique left his home city for Manchester United's academy in 2004.

7.
Which institution observes 'Vigilance Awareness Week' every year in India?
Central Vigilance Commission
Reserve Bank of India
Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority
Securities Exchange Board of India
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) observes Vigilance Awareness Week every year to spread the message of integrity in all spheres of life.

8.
Which Indian company has won the 'Cloud Native Award' at the 24th World Communications Awards?
Vodafone Group
Bharti Airtel
BSNL
Jio Platforms Limited
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Jio Platforms Limited won the 'Cloud Native Award' at the 24th World Communications Awards ceremony which was held in London.

9.
When is Japanese Culture Day observed?
November 03
December 03
December 04
November 04
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Japenese Culture Day is a public holiday in Japan held annually on November 3 for the purpose of promoting culture, the arts, and academic endeavours.

10.
When is 'Bharatiya Bhasha Diva' announced to be celebrated?
January 11
November 11
October 11
December 11
Answer: Option
Explanation:
11 December, The committee has proposed to observe December 11 as 'Bharatiya Bhasha Diwas' or 'Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav' on the birth anniversary of poet Subramania Bharati.

11.
As per the Education Ministry's Performance Grading Index (PGI), how many states attained Level -2 grading in 2020-21?
Two
Four
Seven
None
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The index has an evidence-based comprehensive analysis of school education systems across States and UTs. A total of seven States and UTs namely Kerala, Punjab, Chandigarh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Andhra Pradesh have attained Level -2 grading in 2020-21.

12.
International Day to end impunity for crimes against journalists is observed on which date?
November 07
November 02
November 04
November 01
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day to end impunity for crimes against Journalists is observed every year on November 02.

13.
Which steel plant in India became the 1st to receive Responsible Steel Site Certification?
Jamshedpur Steel Plant
Rourkela Steel Plant
Bokaro Steel Plant
Durgapur Steel Plant
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Jamshedpur Steel Plant, situated in Jharkhand has received 1st Responsible Steel Site Certification.

14.
Who has become BYJU's first global brand ambassador for its social impact arm- Education for All?
Lionel Messi
Shah Rukh Khan
Roger Federer
Virat Kohli
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Edtech major BJYU'S has roped in football star Lionel Messi as the first global brand ambassador of its social impact arm, Education for All.

15.
India Water Week is celebrated from 01 November to 05 November 2022. What is the theme of India Water Week 2022?
Water, Energy and Food Security
Leaving no one behind
Groundwater, making the invisible visible
Water Security for Sustainable Development and Equity
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme of 7th India Water Week is "Water Security for Sustainable Development and Equity". The five daylong events will bring together experts, planners and stake holders from across the globe.

16.
Which institution tested the Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) interceptor AD-1 missile?
BEL
DRDO
ISRO
HAL
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful maiden flight test of the Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) interceptor AD-1 missile.

17.
How many states observed State Foundation Day on 01st November?
7 states
8 states
6 states
9 states
Answer: Option
Explanation:
7 states namely Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh and Punjab observe State Foundation Day on 01st November.

18.
Which Indian firm will build Mongolia's first greenfield refinery?
Himcon Engineers India Pvt Ltd
Oriental Structural Engineers Private Limited
Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited
Stelloid Infrastructure Pvt Ltd.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited have received the letter of authorization for the Mongol Refinery Project, which entails building Mongolia's first oil refinery in the country.