1. 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.
2. The “Peninsula Shield Force” is active in which region of the earth?
[A] South East Asia
[B] Africa
[C] Middle East
[D] South America
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Correct Answer: C [Middle East]
Notes:
Peninsula Shield Force is the military side of the Gulf Cooperation Council or GCC, which intends to deter, and respond to, military aggression against any of the GCC member countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
3. Which among the following PSU in India specializes in missile and torpedo design and production?
[A] Defense Research and Development Organization
[B] Bharat Electronics Limited
[C] Bharat Dynamics Limited
[D] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
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Correct Answer: C [Bharat Dynamics Limited]
Notes:
Bharat Dynamics Limited specializes in missile and torpedo design and production. Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) in India that is primarily involved in the manufacture of ammunition and missile systems. It plays a key role in the country’s defense sector, particularly in the development and production of advanced weapons like missiles and torpedoes.
4. In context with the Vietnam War, the following statements holds correct?
[A] The US backed North Vietnam side and USSR was neutral
[B] The US backed South Vietnam side and USSR was neutral
[C] The US backed South Vietnam side and USSR backed North Vietnam side
[D] The US backed North Vietnam side and USSR backed South Vietnam side
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Correct Answer: C [The US backed South Vietnam side and USSR backed North Vietnam side]
Notes:
The correct answer is: “The US backed South Vietnam side and USSR backed North Vietnam side.” During the Vietnam War (1955-1975), the United States supported the anti-communist government of South Vietnam, while the Soviet Union provided military and economic support to the communist North Vietnam. This conflict was a important aspect of the Cold War, illustrating the global struggle between capitalism (led by the US) and communism (led by the USSR). The war resulted in millions of casualties and important geopolitical changes in Southeast Asia.
5. “U Thant” who was a United Nations Secretary General was from which of the following Asian Countries ? (He was first Asian Secretary General of United Nations)
[A] Malaysia
[B] Japan
[C] Thailand
[D] Myanmmar
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Correct Answer: D [Myanmmar]
Notes:
U Thant was from Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. He served as the third Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1961 to 1971, becoming the first Asian to hold the position. His tenure was marked by important events, including the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Vietnam War. U Thant was known for his efforts in peacekeeping and promoting decolonization.
6. What is the name of the postal circle which caters to the postal services of the Armed Forces of India?
[A] Arms Circle
[B] Base circle
[C] Cant Circle
[D] Green Circle
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Correct Answer: B [Base circle]
Notes:
Apart from the 23 postal circles in which India has been divided, India Post also has a Base Circle to cater to the postal communication needs of the Armed Forces. The Base Circle is headed by an Additional Director General, Army Postal Service in the rank of a Major General.
7. Which among the following is an Indian Document / proposal ?
[A] International Convention for the Suppression of Terrorist Bombings
[B] Declaration on Measures to Eliminate International Terrorism.
[C] Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism
[D] Convention against Nuclear Terrorism
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Correct Answer: C [Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism]
Notes:
Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism or, the CCIT is an Indian document, which outlines the definition of terrorism and proposal of anti-terror law submitted to United Nations in the late 90s, which is under discussion for many years.In 2001, India in fact submitted its revised version and has been pitching for its implementation.
8. On which date, World Forestry Day is observed?
[A] March 20
[B] March 21
[C] March 22
[D] March 23
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Correct Answer: B [March 21]
Notes:
World Forestry Day, also known as the International Day of Forests, is observed on March 21st every year. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012 to raise awareness about the importance of forests and trees and to promote sustainable forest management. The day provides an opportunity to highlight the significance of forests in supporting biodiversity, combating climate change, providing livelihoods, and contributing to sustainable development. Various activities and events are organized worldwide to celebrate World Forestry Day and promote the conservation and sustainable use of forests.
9. Who is the author of the book “Equilibrium Unemployment Theory”?
[A] Christopher A. Pissarides
[B] Dale T. Mortensen
[C] Peter A. Diamond
[D] Oliver Williamson
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Correct Answer: A [Christopher A. Pissarides]
Notes:
The book “Equilibrium Unemployment Theory” is authored by Christopher A. Pissarides. It is a comprehensive work that focuses on unemployment dynamics, job creation, and job destruction. The author introduces the theory of equilibrium unemployment – a framework which has been highly influential in the economics field. Additionally, Pissarides’s work in the search and matching theory of frictional unemployment, along with his contribution to the book has earned him a share of the 2010 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences.
10. Nomadic Elephant is joint counter-insurgency exercise between India and:
[A] Malaysia
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Mongolia
[D] Myanmar
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Correct Answer: C [Mongolia]
Notes:
“Nomadic Elephant” is a joint military exercise focusing on counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations between India and Mongolia. This exercise is part of a series of military cooperation activities undertaken by the Indian Army with various countries and is aimed at enhancing military cooperation and interoperability, particularly in areas related to counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism.