1. Which of the following organisations assist a country with the adjustment process under its Extended Fund Facility?
[A] Asian Development Bank
[B] World Bank Group
[C] International Monetary Fund (IMF)
[D] New Development Bank (NDB)
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Correct Answer: C [International Monetary Fund (IMF)]
Notes:
When a country faces serious medium-term balance of payments problems, International Monetary Fund assist the country with the adjustment process under its Extended Fund Facility.
2. At which among the following places, first summit of SAARC had taken place?
[A] Islamabad
[B] New Delhi
[C] Dhaka
[D] Katmandu
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Correct Answer: C [Dhaka]
Notes:
SAARC is regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union in South Asia. It promotes development of economical and regional integration.
Member Countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan (joined in 2007
The first SAARC summit was held in Dhaka (Bangladesh) in December 1985.
3. Headquarters of World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) are located at:
[A] Geneva
[B] Montreal
[C] Paris
[D] New York
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Correct Answer: B [Montreal]
Notes:
World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) was established in Lausanne (Switzerland) in November 1999, shifted to Montreal in 2001
4. 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.
5. Which rank in Indian Air Force is equivalent to Major in Indian Army?
[A] Wing Commander
[B] Squadron Leader
[C] Flight Lieutenant
[D] Flying Officer
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Correct Answer: B [Squadron Leader]
Notes:
The rank in the Indian Air Force which is equivalent to Major in the Indian Army is Squadron Leader. The rank structure in the Indian Air Force is designed to be parallel to that of the Indian Army, with each rank in one service having an equivalent in the other.
6. Headquarters of Central Tibetan Administration is located at:
[A] Beijing
[B] Lhasa
[C] Tawang
[D] Dharamshala
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Correct Answer: D [Dharamshala]
Notes:
Central Tibetan Administration or Tibetan Government-in-Exile, is a non-profit political organization based in Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh.
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. Over the recent few years, the role of which of the following international organization has assumed a greater role even bigger to a crisis management body and sometimes even challenging the existence of the Bretton Woods brothers (World Bank and International Monetary Fund) ?
[A] G-77
[B] G-20
[C] G-7
[D] BRICS
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Correct Answer: B [G-20]
Notes:
The correct answer is G-20. Established in 1999, the G-20 includes major economies that represent about 85% of global GDP. Its role expanded importantly during the 2008 financial crisis, positioning it as a key forum for international economic cooperation. Unlike the G-7, which consists of advanced economies, the G-20 includes emerging markets, enhancing its influence in global economic governance and crisis management, sometimes challenging the traditional dominance of the World Bank and IMF.
9. INHS Asvini is the oldest and the largest hospital of the armed forces. INHS Asvini is located at?
[A] Pune
[B] Mumbai
[C] Chennai
[D] Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: B [Mumbai]
Notes:
On September 18, 1951, It was commissioned as the first shore hospital of the Indian Navy and was named INHS (Indian Naval Hospital Ship) Asvini, after the twin Asvini Kumars of Hindu mythology who are credited with unmatched knowledge and skills in medicine.
10. Out of the 15 members of the United Nations Security Council, assent of how many is required to make a decision?
[A] 5 Permanent & 5 Non-Permanent Members
[B] 5 Permanent & 8 Non-Permanent Members
[C] 5 Permanent & 4 Non-Permanent Members
[D] 5 Permanent & 2 Non-Permanent Members
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Correct Answer: C [5 Permanent & 4 Non-Permanent Members]
Notes:
The correct answer is “5 Permanent & 4 Non-Permanent Members.” In the United Nations Security Council, a decision requires the affirmative votes of at least 9 out of 15 members, which includes all 5 permanent members (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and 4 non-permanent members. This structure ensures that both permanent and non-permanent members have a important role in decision-making. Notably, any of the permanent members can veto a substantive resolution, which is a unique feature of the Security Council.
