1. Who is the author of the book “Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl”?
[A] Pooja Gautam
[B] Ram Kamal Mukherjee
[C] Rakesh Anand Bakshi
[D] Shantanu Ray Chaudhuri
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Correct Answer: B [Ram Kamal Mukherjee]
Notes:
The book “Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl” has been penned by author-columnist Ram Kamal Mukherjee. It’s about actress achievement as a politician apart from her sojourn as an actor, danseuse and filmmaker. It will offer a new perspective on Bollywood’s first female superstar.
2. Who is the author of the book “From Inside the Steel Frame: The Memoirs of an Administrator”?
[A] Sujata Sanghamitra
[B] R Sivapriya
[C] Ashok Pandey
[D] Vikas Swarup
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Correct Answer: C [Ashok Pandey]
Notes:
The book “From Inside the Steel Frame: The Memoirs of an Administrator” has been authored by Dr. Ashok Pandey, a retired IAS officer. This is an account of his journey from a small village in Bihar to the corridors of powers in Delhi.
3. On which among the following dates, Army Day is observed?
[A] January 15
[B] February 15
[C] March 15
[D] April 15
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Correct Answer: A [January 15]
Notes:
The Indian Army Day is celebrated on 15 January every year in India. It is celebrated in recognition of Lieutenant General K. M. Cariappa who took over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Sir Francis Butcher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India, on January 15, 1949.
4. 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.
5. General secretariat of Amnesty International is located at
[A] Geneva
[B] London
[C] Paris
[D] New York
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Correct Answer: B [London]
Notes:
The general secretariat of Amnesty International is located in London, United Kingdom. The non-governmental organization was founded in July 1961 by Peter Benenson and Philip James. Amnesty International is a human rights organization that campaigns for compliance with international laws and standards. They use media attention, direct-appeal campaigns, research, and lobbying to protect human rights. Amnesty International has opened regional offices in cities across Africa, Asia-Pacific, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.
6. World Conservation Monitoring Centre, a biodiversity information and assessment arm of the United Nations Environment Programme is located at ?
[A] Cambridge
[B] New York
[C] Geneva
[D] Paris
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Correct Answer: A [Cambridge]
Notes:
The United Nation Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre is an executive agency of UN Environment Programme, which is based in Cambridge (UK). It was previously managed by IUCN, UN Environment Programme and WWF.
7. Which among the following organizes World Investment Forum every two years?
[A] World Trade Office
[B] World Economic Forum
[C] UNCTAD
[D] World Bank
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Correct Answer: C [UNCTAD]
Notes:
The World Investment Forum is a biennial event organized by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). It brings together government officials, business leaders, investors, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in international investment. The Forum is designed to facilitate dialogue and cooperation on issues related to investment and development, and to promote inclusive and sustainable growth. The first World Investment Forum was held in 2008, and it has been held every two years since then.
8. At which of the following place SAARC Forestry Center was opened after the 13th summit of SAARC in 2005?
[A] Kathmandu
[B] Thimpu
[C] Male
[D] Islamabad
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Correct Answer: B [Thimpu]
9. Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures or Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS) Agreement, that mandates how governments can apply food safety, animal and plant health measures, is related to which among the following organizations?
[A] World Economic Forum
[B] World Health Organization
[C] World Trade organization
[D] Food and Agriculture Organization
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Correct Answer: C [World Trade organization]
Notes:
The Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS Agreement) is related to the World Trade Organization (WTO). It was established in 1995 to ensure that countries do not use food safety and animal/plant health regulations as unjustified trade barriers. The SPS Agreement allows countries to set their own standards but requires them to base these on scientific principles and international standards where applicable. This agreement is crucial for facilitating safe international trade while protecting human, animal, and plant life.
10. Which among the following dates in December has been fixed as celebration of National Mathematics Day, to be observed as birthday of great mathematician Ramanujan?
[A] December 17
[B] December 20
[C] December 22
[D] December 25
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Correct Answer: C [December 22]
Notes:
National Mathematics Day is celebrated on December 22 in India to honor the birth of the renowned mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, born on December 22, 1887. Ramanujan made important contributions to mathematical analysis, number theory, and continued fractions. His work has influenced various fields, and he is celebrated for his intuitive grasp of mathematics despite having little formal training. The day aims to promote the importance of mathematics in education and society.
