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1.
The Indian Space Research Organisation will launch which of the following earth observation satellites through the PSLV-54 mission in November 2022?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian Space Research Organisation will launch the PSLV-54/ EOS-06 mission with Oceansat-3 and eight nanosatellites on board from Sriharikota spaceport on November 26.
Category : Science
2.
'Chin-Kuki-Mizo Ethnic Communities' are associated with which country?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Following the fights between Bangladeshi security forces and the Kuki-Chin National Army (KNA), tribals of the Chin-Kuki ethnic community are fleeing Bangladesh.
Category : International
3.
Which bank has launched India's first sticker-based debit card?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
IDFC First Bank has launched India's first sticker-based Debit Card- FIRSTAP, in association with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
Category : Banking
4.
Which bank continues to lead the debit card market for October 2022?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Country's largest lender, State Bank of India continues to dominate the debit cards market in October 2022, with a 29% share, revealed data by 1 Lattice (previously PGA Labs).
Category : Banking
5.
Which company has been named a recipient of the Salesforce Partner Innovation Award in the "Communications" category?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
A leading global consulting, technology & managed services provider with a singular focus on the Connectedness industry, Prodapt has been named a recipient of the Salesforce Partner Innovation Award in the "Communications" category.
Category : Miscellaneous
6.
Who among the following has been appointed as the chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Professor T G Sitharam, director at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has been appointed as the new chairman of the All India Council for Technical Education.
Category : Persons
7.
Post Harvest Management Center and Rural Collection Center have been inaugurated in which state?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Chief Minister of Tripura Manik Saha has inaugurated the Post Harvest Management Center and Rural Collection Center in Golaghati, Tripura.
Category : State
8.
Who has been conferred with Dr. Abdul Kalam Seva Puraskar?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
One of the youngest founders and CEO of RK'S INNO group, Ravi Kumar Sagar has been conferred with Dr. Abdul Kalam Seva Puraskar.
Category : National
9.
Wildlife Summit has adopted India's proposal for enhanced protection of which Turtle species?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's proposal for enhancing the protection status of Leith's softshell turtle has been adopted at the ongoing World Wildlife Conference in Panama.
Category : National
10.
Who has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Vinit Kumar has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC).
Category : Persons
11.
When is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women observed?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is observed every year on November 25.
Category : Important Days
12.
Which country has launched the 'Orion spacecraft'?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
USA: NASA's Orion spacecraft has successfully performed its first Moon flyby as part of the uncrewed Artemis I mission.
Category : International
13.
Anwar Ibrahim has become the Prime Minister of which country?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Malaysia's King has named Pakatan Harapan (PH) Chief Anwar Ibrahim as the new Prime Minister of the country.
Category : International
14.
UNESCO-India-Africa Hackathon was held at _____ of Uttar Pradesh.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The UNESCO-India-Africa Hackathon 2022 was an annual 36 hours event that was held at the Gautam Buddha University, Uttar Pradesh.
Category : National
15.
The European Parliament has designated which country as a state sponsor of terrorism?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The European Parliament has designated Russia a state sponsor of terrorism. It has argued that its military strikes on Ukrainian civilian targets such as energy infrastructure, hospitals, schools and shelters violated international law.
Category : International
16.
Which company has been awarded "Partner of the Year 2022" by Procter & Gamble (P&G) in Cincinnati, USA, for their contribution in transforming their business processes?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Chennai-based Matrix Business Services India Pvt. Ltd was awarded "Partner of the Year 2022" by Procter & Gamble (P&G) in Cincinnati, USA, for their contribution to transforming their business processes.
Category : Miscellaneous
17.
Which is the first state to create the role of Director General of Audit?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu is the first State to create the role of Director General of Audit in India. The state has appointed an officer from the Indian Audit and Accounts Service on deputation, for this role.
Category : State
18.
Which footballer has become the first player to score in 5 World Cups?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first player in football history to score in five different World Cups.
Category : Sports
19.
Who has been honoured with Economic Times Inspiring Leaders Award 2022 in Delhi?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Museum maker AP Shreethar has been honoured with Economic Times Inspiring Leaders Award 2022 in Delhi.
Category : Awards and Honours
20.
Operation Turtshield was launched by which country?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's proposal for the induction of the freshwater turtle 'Batagur kachuga' earned the support of the parties in CoP 19 of CITES. CITES also lauded the result achieved by the country in operations initiated by the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau namely Operation Turtshield, to eliminate poaching and illegal trade of freshwater turtles.
Category : International
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