Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 13-14, 2020
September 14, 2020 May 21, 2021
1. Which social-media platform has launched a search prompt named ‘ThereIsHelp’, to prevent suicide?
[A] Facebook
[B] TikTok
[C] Twitter
[D] WeChat
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Correct Answer: C [Twitter]
Notes:
Social media major Twitter India has recently launched a dedicated search prompt for resources on mental health and suicide prevention.
This initiative has been launched on the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day. The search prompt #ThereIsHelp has been launched in association with the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS).
2. Which Indian bank has launched a programme for start-ups named ‘iStartup 2.0’?
[A] State Bank of India
[B] ICICI Bank
[C] HDFC Bank
[D] Axis Bank
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Correct Answer: B [ICICI Bank]
Notes:
Leading Private sector bank of India, ICICI Bank has launched an exclusive programme for start-ups named ‘iStartup2.0’.
Under this programme, a Current Account can be created for new businesses that are up to ten years old seamlessly. The Bank has integrated its APIs with the website of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and the account number is obtained at the time of incorporation.
3. Which country is holding a naval exercise named ‘Zolfaghar-99’ in the Sea of Oman?
[A] Iran
[B] Oman
[C] UAE
[D] France
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Correct Answer: A [Iran]
Notes:
The Naval Force of Iran has started a three-day exercise in the Sea of Oman named ‘Zolfaghar-99’, in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The Navy is expected to test-fire surface-to-surface and shore-to-sea cruise missiles and rocket-launching systems fitted on warships, submarines, aircraft and drones. The exercise also aims to devise defensive strategies to safeguard the country’s territorial regions.
4. India has agreed on a 5-point plan with which neighbouring country, to resolve border issues?
[A] Nepal
[B] China
[C] Pakistan
[D] Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: B [China]
Notes:
India and China have recently agreed on five points regarding the situation on the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
On the side lines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meet in Moscow, the External affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi had strategic talks which focussed on Disengagement of troops and easing of tensions.
5. Which Indian city is to play host to the Asia’s largest aero show, Aero India-21?
[A] Gurgaon
[B] Bengaluru
[C] Vishakhapatnam
[D] Kolkata
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Correct Answer: B [Bengaluru]
Notes:
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has launched the website of Aero India 2021, which is claimed to be the largest aero show of Asia.
The 13th edition of show is scheduled to be held at Air Force Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru from February 3 to February 7 next year. The newly launched website will host and stream all online services related to the event.
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Ramya
September 14, 2020 at 9:40 pmVery nice questions and answers very useful for the competitive exams thank you