1. Who is the author of the book “Narendra Modi: The Making of a Legend”?
[A] Sanjay Mathur
[B] Bindeshwar Pathak
[C] Aditya Sen
[D] Mohan Chauhan
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Correct Answer: B [Bindeshwar Pathak]
Notes:
The book “Narendra Modi: The Making of a Legend” has been authored by Bindeshwar Pathak, the Sulabh International founder and a Padma Bhushan recipient. The book is recently launched by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat in New Delhi. The coffee table book is all about PM Modi and the inspiring journey of his life. It has images and text depicting Modi’s journey, his struggles and several initiatives taken by him since he took oath as country’s prime minister in 2014.
2. “International Biodiversity Day” is celebrated on:
[A] 22 March
[B] 22 April
[C] 22 May
[D] 22 June
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Correct Answer: C [22 May]
Notes:
International Biodiversity Day is celebrated on 22nd May every year to raise awareness about biodiversity issues. This day commemorates the adoption of the text of the Convention on Biological Diversity in 1992. 192 countries are party to this convention to promote sustainable development.
3. Where is the Secretariat of the International Chamber of Commerce situated?
[A] Geneva
[B] London
[C] New York
[D] Paris
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Correct Answer: D [Paris]
Notes:
The secretariat of the International Chamber of Commerce is located in Paris, France. Founded in 1919, the International Chamber of Commerce represents businesses from more than 130 countries. It plays a significant role in arbitration and has a wide reach in areas involving trade and business law. This international non-governmental organization assists in streamlining international trade rules, thereby promoting economic growth.
4. Which of the following component of International Bill of Human Rights entered into force in the last?
[A] Universal Declaration of Human Rights
[B] International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights
[C] International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
[D] Covenants
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Correct Answer: D [Covenants]
Notes:
International Bill of Human Rights consists of Universal Declaration of Human Rights (adopted in 1948),
the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (1966) with its two Optional Protocols and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (1966).
The two covenants entered into force in 1976, after a sufficient number of countries had ratified them.
5. Which among the following group is also referred to as signed the General Arrangements to Borrow (GAB)?
[A] G-7
[B] G-8
[C] G-20
[D] G-10
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Correct Answer: D [G-10]
Notes:
The correct answer is G-10. The Group of Ten (G-10) is an informal group of industrialized countries that signed the General Arrangements to Borrow (GAB) in 1962, allowing them to provide financial resources to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during crises. The G-10 originally included ten countries: Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
6. Who among the following was the author of “Jaisalmer ka Gundaraj”?
[A] Hari Singh Burdak
[B] Sagarmal Gopa
[C] Kesari Singh Barahath
[D] Arjun Singh Gurjar
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Correct Answer: B [Sagarmal Gopa]
Notes:
Sagarmal Gopa was a freedom fighter and patriot from Rajasthan, India. He took active part in the non-cooperation movement in 1921. He was the author of Jaisalmer ka Gundaraj.
7. With which among the following countries, Egypt formed a state called theUnited Arab Republic in the late 1950s?
[A] Turkey
[B] Syria
[C] Libya
[D] Jordan
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Correct Answer: B [Syria]
Notes:
Egypt and Syria formed the United Arab Republic (UAR) in 1958. The UAR was a sovereign state that was intended to be the first step toward a pan-Arab union. The union was short-lived, ending in 1961 when Syria seceded. Egypt continued to be known as the United Arab Republic until 1971. The UAR was formed as a single political unit with Gamal Abd al-Nasser as its president. Nasser gave each province two vice-presidents. The provisional constitution of 1958 was adopted. The United States recognized the UAR on February 25, 1958.
8. The International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed on:
[A] 20th February
[B] 21st February
[C] 20th March
[D] 21st March
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Correct Answer: D [ 21st March]
Notes:
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on March 21st. The United Nations declared this day in 1966. The day is commemorated as Human Rights Day in South Africa, where the Sharpeville Massacre occurred. This event led to the creation of the day.
9. Who authored the Adbutsagar?
[A] Vijay Sena
[B] Lakshman Sena
[C] Vishvarup Sena
[D] Ballal Sena
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Correct Answer: D [Ballal Sena]
Notes:
Ballal Sena, the ruler of the Sena dynasty, was the author of Adbutsagar and Dansagar. These works of literature provide a glimpse into the literary and cultural aspects of the time. They are regarded as significant historical documents that illuminate our understanding of the era.
10. Consider the following statements regarding international digital governance indicators:
- The E-Government Readiness Index (EGDI) is published by the United Nations Public Administration Programme (UNPAP).
- The E-Participation Index is published by the same entity as EGDI.
- The International Trade Centre publishes the E-Government Readiness Index.
- The United Nations Public Administration Programme has been releasing these indices since 2003.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 1, 2 and 4
[B] Only 1 and 4
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] All statements are correct
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1, 2 and 4]
Notes:
Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct: Both EGDI and E-Participation Index are published by UNPAP since 2003. Statement 3 is incorrect as the International Trade Centre does not publish EGDI. These indices assess the e-government development and e-participation of United Nations Member States.
