1. Who is the author of the book ‘Matoshree’?
[A] Sumitra Mahajan
[B] Narendra Modi
[C] Venkaiah Naidu
[D] Sushma Swaraj
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Correct Answer: A [Sumitra Mahajan]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recently released a book ‘Matoshree’, authored by Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan in New Delhi on April 11, 2017. The book ‘Matoshree’ covers the life and times of legendary Devi Ahilyabai Holker who ruled the Holkar Empire spread over the Malwa region from 1767 to 1795. Ahilyabai Holkar was a very able ruler and organizer, highly respected during her lifetime and considered as a saint by people after her death. She is remembered and worshipped by people for her exemplary governance, sense of justice and fairness.
2. Who is the author of the book “The Emergency-Indian Democracy’s Darkest Hour”?
[A] Surya Prakash
[B] Uma Vasudev
[C] Janardhan Thakur
[D] Uma Vasudev
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Correct Answer: A [Surya Prakash]
Notes:
The book titled ‘The Emergency – Indian Democracy’s Darkest Hour’ has been authored by Surya Prakash, the chairman of Prasar Bharati. The book has recently launched by Union Minister for Urban Development M Venkaiah Naidu in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The purpose of the book is to honor all those who fought for the restoration of democracy in the country in the mid-1970s.
3. National Handloom Day (NHD) is celebrated on which date?
[A] August 6
[B] August 7
[C] August 5
[D] August 8
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Correct Answer: B [August 7]
Notes:
National Handloom Day is celebrated annually on August 7 to honor the handloom weaving community of India and to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement. On this day in 1905, the formal proclamation of the Swadeshi Movement was made in a meeting at the Calcutta Town hall.
4. World Meteorological day is celebrated on:
[A] March 23rd
[B] March 24th
[C] April 23rd
[D] April 24th
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Correct Answer: A [March 23rd]
Notes:
The World Meteorological Day (WMD) is observed every year on 23rd March to mark establishment of World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on this day in 1950.
5. Which among the following is not a part of World Bank?
[A] Asian Development Bank
[B] International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)
[C] International Finance Corporation
[D] International Development Association
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Correct Answer: A [Asian Development Bank]
Notes:
World Bank is one of five institutions created at Breton Woods Conference in 1944. It is part of the United Nations system, but its governance structure is different. Its headquarter are situated at Washington DC, US. World Bank provides loans to developing countries for capital programmes.
It comprises only two institutions viz. International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and International Development Association (IDA). In contrast World Bank Group comprises three more viz. International Finance Corporation (IFC), Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)
6. National Technology Day is celebrated on which date?
[A] May 1
[B] May 11
[C] May 21
[D] May 31
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Correct Answer: B [May 11]
Notes:
The National Technology Day (NTD) is celebrated every year on May 11 by the Union Ministry of Science & Technology to mark the historic feat of test-firing its very first nuclear-capable missile back in 1998 and to commemorate achievements of Innovation and Technology in India.
7. On which of the following dates Balika Diwas is celebrated in India?
[A] April 5,
[B] December 5
[C] December 9
[D] December 15
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Correct Answer: C [December 9]
Notes:
Balika Diwas, or National Girl Child Day, is celebrated in India on January 24 each year. However, the date mentioned in the options is incorrect. The day aims to promote the rights of girls and highlight issues they face. It was first observed in 2008 and is part of the government’s efforts to improve the status of girls in society.
8. UNIDO (United Nations Industrial Development Organization) is located at:
[A] Geneva
[B] Paris
[C] Vienna
[D] New York
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Correct Answer: C [Vienna]
Notes:
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is headquartered in Vienna, Austria. UNIDO was established in 1966 by the UN General Assembly to help developing countries industrialize. UNIDO’s mission is to promote industrial development for poverty reduction, environmental sustainability, and inclusive globalization.
UNIDO has offices in Brussels, Geneva, and New York to maintain contact with member states and other UN organizations. UNIDO also has a network of 48 regional and country offices.
9. In the wake of the Chinese aggression in 1962, which of the following squadron was formed to strengthen our supply lines to the Army in the Northern Sector encompassing J&K; and Ladakh regions?
[A] 25 Squadron (Himalayan Eagles)
[B] No 44 Squadron (Mighty Jets)
[C] No. 43 Squadron (Nabhasa Jivan Dhara)
[D] 41 Squadron (Otters)
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Correct Answer: A [25 Squadron (Himalayan Eagles)]
Notes:
Squadron 25, also known as the Himalayan Eagles, was formed after the Chinese aggression in 1962 to strengthen supply lines to the army in the Northern Sector. The Sino-Indian War took place from October 20 to November 21, 1962. The Chinese won the war.
10. Which among the following denotes the main function of Bank of International Settlement?
[A] A Bank for financial arbitration
[B] A bank for central banks
[C] A bank for Cheap loans
[D] A bank for European Investment
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Correct Answer: B [A bank for central banks]
Notes:
The correct answer is “A bank for central banks.” The Bank for International Settlements (BIS), established in 1930, serves as a bank for central banks, facilitating international monetary and financial cooperation. It provides a forum for central banks to exchange information and collaborate on financial stability. The BIS also conducts research and offers banking services to central banks, making it a pivotal institution in the global financial system.