Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
Which organization has said that at least 15k died of hot weather in Europe in 2022?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that at least 15,000 people have died in Europe because of the hot weather in 2022 so far.
Category : Miscellaneous
2.
The International Week of Science and Peace is observed every year around the globe on which date?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
November 9 to November 14 is observed as the International Week of Science and Peace every year around the globe.
Category : Important Days
3.
Which Union Ministry launched the 'Transport 4 All Challenge Stage-2 and Citizen Perception Survey-2022'?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri virtually launched the Transport 4 All Challenge Stage-2 and Citizen Perception Survey 2022.
Category : National
4.
Which company has appointed Bjorn Gulden, as its new chief executive, and he will take over the German sportswear brand in January as the company?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Adidas has appointed Bjorn Gulden, the CEO of rival Puma, as its new chief executive, and he will take over the German sportswear brand in January as the company.
Category : Miscellaneous
5.
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has partnered with which of the following to promote energy efficiency financing for MSMEs in November 2022?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) and the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) have partnered to promote energy efficiency financing for MSMEs.
Category : Miscellaneous
6.
Which bank has partnered with the Business Association of Nagas (BAN) to help 1000 entrepreneurs with financing in the state of Nagaland?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The State Bank of India (SBI) in collaboration with the Business Association of Nagas (BAN) has decided to help 1000 entrepreneurs with financing. An MoU has been signed between the two parties to facilitate ease of doing business and finance MSMEs of Naga entrepreneurs in the state.
Category : Banking
7.
Aruna Miller has become the first Indian-American to hold the office of Lt. Governor of which US State?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Indian-American politician Aruna Miller made history by becoming the first Indian-American to hold the office of the Lt. Governor in the state of Maryland.
Category : International
8.
Which city is the host of 'PM Gati Shakti Multimodal Waterways Summit'?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Shipping Minister is set to inaugurate the PM Gati Shakti Multimodal Waterways Summit at Varanasi.
Category : National
9.
Which institution has launched the 'Executive Action Plan of Early Warnings for All' during COP-27?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released the 'Executive Action Plan of Early Warnings for All'during a roundtable meeting at the 27th Conference of Parties (COP27) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Category : Miscellaneous
10.
LIC has increased its shareholding in Voltas by buying an additional 2 per cent stake by acquiring shares worth how much through open market transactions?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
LIC buys an additional stake in Voltas for Rs 635 crore. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has increased its shareholding in Voltas by buying an additional 2 per cent stake.
Category : Economy
11.
Which state has approved the proposal to engage retired Army veterans for training the State Police Personnel?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Assam Cabinet has given its approval to the proposal to engage the retired Army veterans for training the State Police Personnel.
Category : State
12.
National Florence Nightingale Awards are awarded to recognize the services in which field?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
National Florence Nightingale Awards are awarded in nursing to recognize the meritorious services provided by nurses.
Category : Miscellaneous
13.
Who is the author of the book "E. K. Janaki Ammal: Life and Scientific Contributions"?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Retired school teacher Nirmala James has authored a new book titled "E. K. Janaki Ammal: Life and Scientific Contributions", featuring the life and remarkable achievements of Edavalath Kakkat Janaki Ammal (E. K. Janaki Ammal), India's first woman botanist.
Category : Miscellaneous
14.
Which film will open the 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Austrian movie "Alma and Oskar" directed by Dieter Berner will open the 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI), to be held in Goa from November 20 to 28.
Category : National
15.
'Atal New India Challenge (ANIC)' is an initiative of which institution?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), under NITI Aayog, has launched women-centric challenges under Phase-II of the second edition of the Atal New India Challenge (ANIC).
Category : Miscellaneous
16.
World Science Day for Peace and Development is observed on which date?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated on November 10 to highlight the significant role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues.
Category : Important Days
17.
As per the data, the mutual fund penetration is the maximum in which state?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
As of November 2022, Maharashtra, New Delhi and Goa have the highest mutual fund penetration in India.
Category : State
18.
Who has been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame 2022?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Shivnarine Chanderpaul has been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame 2022. The other two inductees are Charlotte Edwards and Abdul Qadir. Chanderpaul is one of the most recognizable figures in the history of West Indies Cricket.
Category : National
19.
Pramod Bhagat and Manisha Ramadass won gold medals in singles at the BWF Para-Badminton World Championships 2022. BWF Para-Badminton World Championships 2022 held in which city?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Pramod Bhagat and Manisha Ramadass have won gold medals in singles at the BWF Para-Badminton World Championships in Tokyo.
Category : National
20.
Which is the only Indian company to rank in the top 100 of Forbes World's Best Employers Rankings 2022?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Reliance Industries has emerged at the 20th position among the list of Forbes' 6th annual World's Best Employers. It was done in partnership with market research company Statista.
Category : Miscellaneous
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