1. Who is the author of the book “Welcome to Nowhere”?
[A] David Olusoga
[B] Malorie Blackman
[C] Revathi Suresh
[D] Elizabeth Laird
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Correct Answer: D [Elizabeth Laird]
Notes:
The book “Welcome to Nowhere” has been authored by acclaimed children’s writer Elizabeth Laird. This is a book about war and its consequences. Through book, author tells the story of 12-year-old Omar, his parents and four siblings, all of who are caught in the crossfire as civil war rages over Syria. Laird references real-life events and gives you great characters, heartwarming moments and even occasional humour.
2. Who is the author of the book “Yug Purush, Bharat Ratna, Atal Ji”?
[A] Ramesh Pokhriyal
[B] Praveen Kumar Pandey
[C] Ramesh Datt Dikisht
[D] Nerraj Srivastava
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Correct Answer: A [Ramesh Pokhriyal]
Notes:
The book titled “Yug Purush, Bharat Ratna, Atal Ji” is based on the on the social and political life of former Prime Minister of India Atal Bhihari Vajpayee. It is authored by Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank”, who is the BJP MP and former Uttarakhand chief minister. Recently, Pokhriyal has officially handed over the first copy of the 450-page book to the President of India Pranab Mukherjee. Though, the book will be launched soon in the market for all.
3. 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.
4. World Health day is observed on?
[A] 3rd April
[B] 4th April
[C] 5th April
[D] 7th April
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Correct Answer: D [7th April]
Notes:
The World Health Day (WHD) is observed every year on 7 April to mark the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO)
5. Who among the following is the author of “Mahatma Gandhi and His Myths”?
[A] Dominique Lepierre
[B] Mark Shepard
[C] Minoo Masani
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Mark Shepard]
Notes:
“Mahatma Gandhi and His Myths: Civil Disobedience, Nonviolence, and Satyagraha in the Real World” was written by Mark Shepard. The book discussed about the exact implicit meaning nonviolent action of Gandhiji.
6. Brettonwood agreement was signed to establish which of the following organization?
[A] World Bank
[B] New York stock exchange
[C] Unite Nations
[D] WHO
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Correct Answer: A [World Bank]
Notes:
The Bretton Woods system is commonly refers to the international monetary regime that prevailed from the end of World War II until the early 1970s. Taking its name from the site of the 1944 conference that created the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank, the Bretton Woods system was history’s first example of a fully negotiated monetary order intended to govern currency relations among sovereign states.
7. Which of the following country was annexed into the Greater Germany by Nazi regime through Anschluss?
[A] Austria
[B] Poland
[C] Italy
[D] Liechtenstein
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Correct Answer: A [Austria]
Notes:
Austria was annexed into Nazi Germany in 1938, an event known as the Anschluss. The annexation lasted until 1945, when the Allied Powers removed Austria from the Third German Reich. The provisional Austrian government, led by Karl Renner, declared the country’s independence after the fall of the Third Reich.
8. Flexible Credit Line (FCL) is related to which of the following organizations?
[A] World Economic Forum (WEF)
[B] International Monetary Fund (IMF)
[C] Asian Development Bank (ADB)
[D] World Bank (WB)
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Correct Answer: B [International Monetary Fund (IMF)]
Notes:
Flexible Credit Line (FCL) is a lending scheme of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The FCL was created in 2009 after the 2007 Financial Crisis. It was designed to meet the demand for crisis prevention and crisis mitigation lending for countries with strong policy frameworks and track records in economic performance. The FCL is useful for both crisis prevention and crisis resolution.
The FCL is a precautionary credit line that lasts one or two years. The repayment period is the same as for the Stand by Arrangement (SBA). Only Mexico, Colombia, and Poland have subscribed to the FCL.
9. In which of the following states, maximum Coast Guard Stations have been established in India?
[A] Maharastra
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Gujarat
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [Gujarat]
Notes:
Coast Guard Stations are facilities operated by the Indian Coast Guard, which is a branch of the Indian Armed Forces. The Coast Guard is responsible for maritime security and law enforcement in India’s territorial waters, as well as for the protection of the country’s maritime interests. Coast Guard Stations are typically located along the coast and are equipped with boats, ships, and other equipment necessary for carrying out the Coast Guard’s duties. These stations may also serve as training centers for Coast Guard personnel and as bases for search and rescue operations. Maximum Coast Guard stations have been established in Gujarat.
10. In which year on October 1, a permanent nursing service for the Indian troops was constituted, designated as India Military Nursing Service, celebrated today as Nursing Day in India?
[A] 1920
[B] 1922
[C] 1926
[D] 1930
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Correct Answer: C [1926]
Notes:
The correct answer is 1926. On October 1, 1926, the India Military Nursing Service (IMNS) was officially established to provide a permanent nursing service for Indian troops. This date is now celebrated as Nursing Day in India, honoring the contributions of nurses in the military and healthcare sectors. The IMNS played a crucial role during World War II, showcasing the importance of nursing in military operations.