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Current Affairs JAN-2021

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21. Which Indian city has the maximum CCTV coverage, according to recent report published in South Asia Journal?

A
Mumbai

B
Chennai

C
Delhi

D
Hyderabad

Show Answer

Correct Answer : B [Chennai]

Explaination : [According to a recent report published in South Asia Journal, Chennai has the maximum CCTV coverage per square kilometre and per 1,000 population. The report records the prevalence of CCTV cameras in 130 of the most populous cities in the world. The report also highlights that China and India have the highest densities of CCTV surveillance cameras in urban areas.]

22. The Union Cabinet has approved the export of which missile system of India?

A
Akash

C
Prithvi

D
Amogha

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Correct Answer : A [Akash]

Explaination : [The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recently approved to the sale of Akash surface-to-air missile systems to friendly foreign countries. A high-powered panel for quicker approval to export of the military equipment was also set up, with Defence minister, External affairs minister and the National security adviser. Indian Government has earlier set a target of achieving defence exports worth USD 5 billion by 2024.]

23. Which country’s new rules on drones, permit them to fly over people and at night in the country?

A
China

B
Russia

C
United States

D
South Korea

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Correct Answer : C [United States]

Explaination : [The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States has recently issued new guidelines on Drones also called as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). As per the rules, small drones will be allowed to fly over people and at night in the United States. The Drone manufacturers and operators require a Remote ID, under the new rules. This will increase security by identification of the UAVs from the ground.]

24. Indian Railways completed the trial runs of new Vistadome tourist coaches, manufactured by which unit?/

A
Banaras Locomotive Works, Varanasi

B
Integral Coach Factory, Chennai

C
Modern Coach Factory, Raebareli

D
Rail Wheel Plant, Bela

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Correct Answer : B [Integral Coach Factory, Chennai]

Explaination : [Indian Railways has successfully completed the 180kmph trial run of the new Vistadome tourist coaches. The luxurious coaches were manufactured by the Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. The Vistadome coaches have see-through glass rooftops and wide windows offering panoramic view. At present, there are 13 Vistadome coaches that are operational.]

25. Which state celebrates ‘Thiruvalluvar Dhinam (Day)’ to honour the famous philosopher-poet Thiruvalluvar?

A
Tamil Nadu

B
Kerala

C
Karnataka

D
Andhra Pradesh

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Correct Answer : A [Tamil Nadu]

Explaination : [Tamil Nadu celebrates Thiruvalluvar Dhinam (Day) to honour the famous Philosopher-Poet Thiruvalluvar. The poet’s epic literary work named ‘Thirukkural’, comprises of 1330 kurals (couplets) on ethics, politics and love. It has been translated into many international and Indian languages. The day is celebrated on the second day of the Tamil month ‘Thai’.]

26. What is ‘MINUSMA’, which was making news recently?

A
Name of new star

B
Name of new planet

C
UN Peacekeeping mission in Mali

D
USA’s Federal tax law

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Correct Answer : C [UN Peacekeeping mission in Mali]

Explaination : [UN – Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) is a peace keeping mission of the United Nations in Mali, which was established in 2013. It is considered to be the most dangerous UN operations in the world. Recently, the peacekeepers’ convoy was attacked by an improvised explosive device (IED) by unidentified gunmen of Mali. The attack led to death of 4 peacekeepers and 5 were wounded.]

27. The Prime Minister and Cabinet of which country resigned over wrong-doings in child welfare payments?

A
United Kingdom

B
Netherlands

C
Japan

D
Austria

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Correct Answer : B [Netherlands]

Explaination : [The Prime Minster of Netherlands Mark Rutte along with the entire cabinet of Ministers have stepped down from power, taking responsibility for a scandal involving investigations into child welfare payments. Earlier, thousands of families were wrongly accused of child welfare fraud and told to pay money back to the government.]

28. Which international energy major is set to acquire 20 per cent stake in Adani Green Energy Ltd?

A
Total

B
Cairn India

C
Exxon Mobil

D
Petronas

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Correct Answer : A [Total]

Explaination : [The France headquartered energy major Total is set to acquire 20 % stake in Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), the renewable energy arm of Adani Group. This would be the 3rd partnership of Adani group with Total. Earlier, Total acquired 37.4 % in Adani Gas and 50 % in Dhamra LNG project of Adani.]

29. Which is the venue of the first Khelo India Zanskar Winter Sports Festival?

A
Himachal Pradesh

B
Ladakh

C
Sikkim

D
Uttarakhand

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Correct Answer : B [Ladakh]

Explaination : [The Union Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju launched the first Khelo India Zanskar Winter Sports Festival in Zanskar of Kargil district, Ladakh. The 13-day festival festival, organised by the Ladakh UT Administration, aims to promote Zanskar as an important destination for the winter tourists. The Sports Ministry is to promote Ladakh as a centre for Ice Hockey.]

30. The socio-economic survey report of which state / UT has been released recently?

A
Jammu and Kashmir

B
Delhi

C
Uttar Pradesh

D
Madhya Pradesh

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Correct Answer : B [Delhi]

Explaination : [The report of socio-economic survey of Delhi, conducted between November 2018 and November 2019 has been finalized and released recently. As per the report, 10% of children aged between 6 and 17 are either school drop outs or have never attended formal schooling on account of financial disabilities.]

31. Namrup, which was recently making news for its Urea Plant, is located in which state?

A
Assam

B
Chhattisgarh

C
Bihar

D
Uttarakhand

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Correct Answer : A [Assam]

Explaination : [Namrup is a town located in the southeastern part of Assam state. Recently a meeting was held by the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers regarding the upcoming urea plant at Namrup. The 12.7 lakh MMTPA capacity project is to be implemented jointly by the National Fertilizers Limited (NFL), Oil India Limited (OIL), Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCF), Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL) and Assam government.]

32. Adopt a Heritage’ is a scheme implemented by Ministry of Tourism in association with which Union Ministry?

A
Ministry of Culture

B
Ministry of Home Affairs

C
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

D
Ministry of Tribal Affairs

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Correct Answer : A [Ministry of Culture]

Explaination : [The Ministry of Tourism implements the “Adopt a Heritage: Apni Dharohar, Apni Pehchaan” project, in collaboration with Ministry of Culture, Archaeological Survey of India and State/ UTs. It aims to develop tourism amenities at heritage sites located across India to make them tourist friendly. Under the project, 27 MoUs have been signed with several companies and NGOs, also called “Monument Mitras”, to develop the sites under CSR.]

33. India’s highest meteorological centre has been inaugurated in which state/UT?

A
Sikkim

B
Ladakh

C
Himachal Pradesh

D
Uttarakhand

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Correct Answer : B [Ladakh]

Explaination : [Union Earth Sciences Minister Harsh Vardhan has recently inaugurated the country’s highest meteorological centre in the Union Territory of Ladakh. The centre located above 3500 metres, would provide localised weather forecasts and early warning for Leh and Kargil districts of the Union Territory as well as various tourist places.]

34. Which country released a bill that would increase monitoring of civil society groups?

A
Turkey

B
United States

C
Germany

D
North Korea

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Correct Answer : A [Turkey]

Explaination : [The Parliament of Turkey approved a law that would increase monitoring of civil society groups. It was proposed by the ruling party of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The bill also allows the annual inspection of non-governmental organizations, to combat terrorism financing. Several rights groups have expressed their concern that the bill would violate the freedom of association.]

35. Pierre Cardin, who recently passed away, was a famous Designer of which country?

A
United States

B
France

C
Germany

D
Italy

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Correct Answer : B [ France]

Explaination : [The famous French designer Pierre Cardin, who created an iconic brand in his name, recently passed away at the age of 98. He licensed thousands of products in his name and they were sold across over several outlets worldwide. Beyond his designer clothes, he also licensed products like Perfumes, Makeup, Porcelain, Chocolates among others.]

36. Which organisation releases “Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India”?

A
[C] Finance Ministry

B
[D] Finance Commission

C
NITI Aayog

D
[B] Reserve Bank of India

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Correct Answer : D [[B] Reserve Bank of India]

Explaination : [The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the country’s Central bank, releases the “Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India”. The RBI recently released the latest edition of the report, which is a statutory publication as per the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. It highlights the performance of the banking sector during 2019-20 and 2020-21 so far.]

37. Which type of Ethanol is made from sources like molasses, sugarcane, sugar beet, sorghum and edible oil seeds?

A
3G ethanol

B
Clean Ethanol

C
1G ethanol

D
2G ethanol

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Correct Answer : C [1G ethanol]

Explaination : [The Union Cabinet has recently approved a modified scheme to enhance ethanol distillation capacity in the country, to produce 1st Generation (1G) ethanol. 1G Ethanol is produced from edible seeds, molasses, sugarcane, sugar beet, sorghum among others. While 2G biofuels use non-edible oilseeds, used cooking oil, agriculture residue, the 3G biofuels use industrial waste, municipal solid waste.]

38. Leaf-Nosed Bat, which was seen in the news recently, is typically found in which state?

A
West Bengal

B
Kerala

C
Karnataka

D
Bihar

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Correct Answer : C [ Karnataka]

Explaination : [The Kolar Leaf-Nosed Bat, which is usually found in only two caves in the Hanumanahalli village in Kolar district of Karnataka. Recently, the bat became extinct in one of the two caves. In response, the Karnataka Forest Department, along with the Bat Conservation India Trust (BCIT), are undertaking measures to save the remaining bats.]

39. The European Union has signed an investment treaty with which Asian country recently?

A
China

B
Russia

C
Singapore

D
South Korea

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Correct Answer : A [China]

Explaination : [The European Union and China have recently agreed to the long-awaited investment treaty, which aims to open up new corporate opportunities. The accord was confirmed by China’s president Xi Jinping and EU leaders including European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen. This is also the most ambitious treaty China has ever agreed with a third country.]

40. National Pension System (NPS) is managed by which organisation?

A
IRDAI

B
PFRDA

C
Finance Ministry

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Correct Answer : B [ PFRDA]

Explaination : [The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has announced that subscribers can now use online mode also to exit from the National Pension System (NPS). The National Pension System (NPS) was implemented with effect from the 1st January, 2004. It was extended to all citizens of the country from 2009 on a voluntary basis. PFRDA regulates the National pension system (NPS) as well as the pension sector.]