1. In terms of Defence in India, what is Pinaka?
[A] A Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher Developed by DRDO
[B] A Missile Developed by DRDO
[C] A Missile imported from Russia
[D] A rocket launcher developed by France
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Correct Answer: A [A Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher Developed by DRDO]
Notes:
Pinaka is a multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) developed by the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) for the Indian Army. The DRDO began developing the Pinaka in the late 1980s as an alternative to Russian-made systems. The Pinaka can fire 12 rockets and is designed to engage targets at a range of up to 40 km. It was used extensively by the Army during the Kargil War.
The Pinaka is named after “Pinaka”, the bow of Lord Shiva.
2. Who is eligible to be awarded the Booker Prize, an annual literary award given for the best original full-length novel written in the English language?
[A] A citizen of the Commonwealth of Nations
[B] A citizen of the Commonwealth of Nations or Ireland
[C] A citizen of the Commonwealth of Nations, Ireland, or Zimbabwe
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [A citizen of the Commonwealth of Nations, Ireland, or Zimbabwe]
Notes:
The Booker Prize is awarded annually to the best original novel, written in the English language, by a citizen of the Commonwealth of Nations, Republic of Ireland, or Zimbabwe. It contributes greatly to promoting and acknowledging the literary work in English language and provides the authors a platform to showcase their talent to a larger audience.
3. Golden Peace dove is an international symbol of peace and related to which of the following?
[A] Declaration on the Elimination of Violence Against Women
[B] UN Declaration of Human Rights
[C] United Nations Millennium Declaration
[D] Nuclear Disarmament
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Correct Answer: B [UN Declaration of Human Rights]
Notes:
The golden peace dove is a symbol of peace and reconciliation. It is often depicted as a white dove with a golden olive branch in its beak, representing the biblical story of the dove that returned to Noah’s ark with an olive branch, signaling the end of the flood and the beginning of a new era of peace. The golden peace dove is used as a symbol by various organizations and movements that promote peace and non-violence, and it is often associated with the broader concept of pacifism.
4. National Road Safety Week is observed in which month?
[A] January
[B] February
[C] May
[D] April
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Correct Answer: B [February]
Notes:
National Road Safety Week is celebrated annually from January 11 to 17. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways organizes the week to raise awareness about road safety and traffic rules. The week is intended to prevent deaths and injuries worldwide.
The first National Road Safety Week was observed in 1989. The 31st National Road Safety Week was observed from January 11 to 17, 2020.
5. Which among the following day celebrated as National Voters Day ?
[A] January 24
[B] January 25
[C] January 26
[D] January 27
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Correct Answer: B [January 25]
Notes:
In the year 2011 the Election Commission of India launched the National Voters Day to be celebrated on 25 January every year as a part of the Systematic Voter’s Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) Programme.
6. Who among the following was the last Director-General of GATT, and the first of the WTO ?
[A] Arthur Dunkel
[B] Peter Sutherland
[C] Renato Ruggiero
[D] Olivier Long
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Correct Answer: B [Peter Sutherland]
Notes:
Peter Denis Sutherland was an Irish businessman, barrister and politician. He served as last Director-General of GATT, and the first of the WTO.
7. Consider the following headquarters of the various international organizations:
- International Maritime Organization – London
- European Court of Human Rights – Frankfurt
- International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development – Kathmandu
- International Federation of Association Football – Zurich
Which among the above matches are correct?
[A] 1,2, 3, 4,
[B] 1, 2, 3,
[C] 1, 2
[D] 1,3, 4,
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Correct Answer: D [1,3, 4,]
Notes:
European Court of Human Rights – Strasbourg
8. Who among the following was the author of ‘Ratiratnapradipika’ ?
[A] Praudha Raya
[B] Srinatha
[C] Kavi Linga
[D] Krishnadevaraya
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Correct Answer: A [Praudha Raya]
Notes:
The emperor of Vijayanagara Empire, Praudha Raya wrote the Ratiratnapradipika, a book on erotics.
9. Which of the following reports is not released by the World Economic Forum?
[A] Global Competitiveness Index
[B] Global Human Capital Index
[C] Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index
[D] Global Financial Stability Report
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Correct Answer: D [Global Financial Stability Report]
Notes:
The Global Financial Stability Report is released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and not by the World Economic Forum (WEF). The report assesses the global financial system’s stability and highlights potential risks and vulnerabilities in the international financial markets. On the other hand, the World Economic Forum releases reports like the Global Competitiveness Index, Global Human Capital Index, and Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index, among others.
10. The book “Sakhian Guru Nanak” is based on the life stories of which religious figure?
[A] Guru Gobind Singh
[B] Guru Nanak Dev
[C] Guru Hargobind
[D] Guru Amar Das
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Correct Answer: B [Guru Nanak Dev]
Notes:
The book “Sakhian Guru Nanak” is a compilation of ‘Janamsakhis’ – biographies of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism. These ‘Janamsakhis’ paint a vivid picture of Guru Nanak Dev’s life and teachings. The book is especially designed for children and is compiled by Jagtarjit Singh. The aim is to familiarize children with Guru Nanak Dev’s principles and to inculcate Sikh values in them from an early age.
