Which of the following has created Nyaya Vikas Portal to monitor the implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes?
(A)
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
(B)
Department of Social Services
(C)
Department of Human Services
(D)
Department of Justice
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Nyaya Vikas Portal was created by the Department of Justice to monitor the implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes.
2.
What is the theme of World Oceans Day 2023?
(A)
"Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing"
(B)
"Revitalization: Collective Action for the Ocean"
(C)
"The Ocean: Life and Livelihoods"
(D)
"Gender and Oceans"
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: World Oceans Day is celebrated every year on 8 June.
"Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing"
3.
When did the International Brain Tumor Alliance (IBTA) designate 8th June as World Brain Tumor Day?
(A)
2008
(B)
2009
(C)
2010
(D)
2012
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: World Brain Tumor Day is observed every year on 8 June.
It is celebrated to raise awareness about brain tumors and educate people about it.
4.
In June 2023, the government approved a revival package for BSNL with a total outlay of _____________.
(A)
69 thousand crore rupees
(B)
89 thousand 47 crore rupees
(C)
1 lakh 50 thousand crore rupees
(D)
2 lakh 10 thousand crore rupees
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The government has approved the third revival package for BSNL.
The total outlay of the third revival package is 89 thousand 47 crore rupees.
5.
Nova Kakhovka dam was recently in the news. It was located on which of the following rivers?
(A)
Dnieper
(B)
Volga
(C)
Ural
(D)
Danube
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Ukraine claims that Russia blew up the major Nova Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine.
6.
India is participating with which country in the sixth edition of the ‘Ekatha’ Exercise?
(A)
Bangladesh
(B)
Bhutan
(C)
Nepal
(D)
Maldives
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Indian Navy divers and Marine Commandos with Maldives National Defence Force participating in the sixth edition of the ‘Ekatha’ Exercise.
7.
One of the most active Volcanoes, Kilauea, started erupting on 7 June. It is located on which of the following islands?
(A)
Greenland
(B)
Hawaii
(C)
Honshu
(D)
Sumatra
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: One of the most active Volcanoes, Kilauea, started erupting on 7 June.
8.
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the decisions taken during the second bi-monthly policy meeting of RBI?
1. RBI kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.5%.
2. RBI MPC has kept the GDP growth projection at 6.5 percent for 2023-24.
Select the correct code:
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 2 only
(D)
All of the above
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: RBI announced its second bi-monthly policy for this fiscal.
RBI Monetary Policy Committee has decided to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 6.50 percent.
9.
Which of the following state governments will launch CM Learn and Earn scheme to teach employable skills to the youth?
(A)
Maharashtra Government
(B)
Uttar Pradesh Government
(C)
Madhya Pradesh Government
(D)
Bihar Government
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Chief Minister's Learn and Earn scheme will be launched in Madhya Pradesh.
This scheme will be launched to teach employable skills to the youth.
10.
Consider the following statements with respect to Protein Nano-computers
1. Protein-based devices or Nano-computing agents rely on the expression or suppression of proteins that produce a desired action within a cell.
2. In this method, the target protein responds to light and a drug called rapamycin by adjusting its orientation, or position in space.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
(A)
1 Only
(B)
2 Only
(C)
1 and 2 Only
(D)
All of the above
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Protein Nano-computers are the first protein-based nano-computing agent that functions as a circuit that has been created by Penn State researchers. Traditional synthetic biology approaches rely on the expression or suppression of proteins that produce a desired action within a cell. Protein-based devices or Nano-computing agents respond directly to stimuli (inputs) and then produce a desired action (outputs). In this case, the target protein responds to light and a drug called rapamycin by adjusting its orientation, or position in space.
11.
Porpanaikottai Excavation Site recently seen in the news is located in which of the following states?
(A)
Kerala
(B)
Tamil Nadu
(C)
Karnataka
(D)
Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Porpanaikottai Excavation Site is situated in the Pudukottai town, Tamilnadu. It is a Sangam Age site with a big fort and habitation. The fort has 3 entrance gates. The northern side entrance has brick walls on both sides. A habitation mound with continuous settlements from the Iron Age is believed to have existed within the fort.
Iron Age burials, black-and-red ware, and early historic bricks have been recovered from the site.
12.
Consider the following statements with respect to Deputy Chief Minister
1. Unlike the post of the chief minister, the deputy chief minister is not a constitutional post.
2. The deputy chief minister is equivalent to the rank of a Council of Ministers and enjoys the status on par with them.
3. The deputy CM enjoys specific financial power and approves any expenditure over and above the allocated budget on his/her own.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(A)
1 Only
(B)
2 Only
(C)
1 and 2 Only
(D)
None of the Above
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Article 163 deals with the status of the Council of Ministers while Article 164 deals with the appointment, tenure, responsibility, qualifications, oath, and salaries and allowances of the ministers. Unlike the posts of chief minister and cabinet ministers, a deputy chief minister is not a constitutional post. It is equivalent to the rank of a cabinet minister (in the state) and enjoys the pay and perks that a cabinet minister is entitled to. The deputy CM does not enjoy any specific financial power.
13.
Consider the following agreements/rules:
1. Rescue Agreement
2. Liability convention
3. Moon Agreement
4. Helsinki Rules
How many of the above agreements/rules govern outer space?
(A)
1 Only
(B)
2 Only
(C)
1 and 2 Only
(D)
All of the Above
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: United Nations treaties on outer space: The treaties commonly referred to as the "five United Nations treaties on outer space" are:
1. The Outer Space Treaty 1967: Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies.
2. Rescue Agreement 1968: Agreement on the Rescue of Astronauts, the Return of Astronauts, and the Return of Objects Launched into Outer Space.
3. Liability Convention 1972: Convention on International Liability for Damage Caused by Space Objects.
4. The Registration Convention 1976: Convention on Registration of Objects Launched into Outer Space.
5. The Moon Agreement 1979: Agreement Governing the Activities of States on the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies.
14.
Kakhovka Dam, which was recently seen in the news is located in which of the following countries?
(A)
Russia
(B)
Ukraine
(C)
Mongolia
(D)
Belarus
Correct Answer: (B)
15.
Which organization or ministry approves the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops?
(A)
Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP)
(B)
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare
(C)
Ministry of Finance
(D)
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA)
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: To ensure the remunerative price of the produce to farmers, Minimum Support Price (MSP), Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by the Prime Minister approves and announces the MSP at the beginning of the sowing season of crops on the basis of the recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP)
16.
Which of the following countries are a part of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
1. Iran
2. Iraq
3. Kuwait
4. Ecuador
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(A)
1, 2 and 3 only
(B)
1 & 3 only
(C)
2 and 4 only
(D)
1, 2, 3 and 4
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: 1. OPEC is a permanent, intergovernmental Organization, created at the Baghdad Conference in 1960.
2. It is headquartered in Vienna, Austria.
3. Current Member Countries: currently, the Organization has a total of 13 Member Countries.
17.
Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) scheme
1. It is a central sector scheme for providing one hot cooked meal in Government and Government aided Schools
2. The Scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Education
3. The scheme aims to improve nutritional levels among school-going children studying in Classes I to VIII
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(A)
1 and 3 only
(B)
1 and 2 only
(C)
2 & 3 only
(D)
1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Statement 1 is not correct: Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN)’ is Centrally Sponsored Scheme for providing one hot cooked meal in Government and Government – aided Schools from 2021-22 to 2025-26
Statement 2 is correct: The Scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Education.
Statement 3 is correct: Under the Scheme, there is the provision of hot cooked meals to children of pre-schools or Bal Vatika (before class I) in primary schools also in addition to the 11.80 crore children of classes I to VIII studying in 11.20 lakh schools.
18.
Which of the following factors may lead to a rise in Inflation in India
1. Reduction in Repo rate
2. Bumper crop production
3. Increase in crude oil price
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(A)
1 Only
(B)
2 & 3 Only
(C)
1 & 3 Only
(D)
1, 2 & 3
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Option 1 is correct: An increase in the Repo rate will lead to a reduction in the interest rate and cheaper loans to the borrower which will increase the money supply in the economy and rise in inflation in the economy.
Statement 2 is not correct: Bumper crop production will lead to an increase in the supply side, which will help in controlling and reduction of food-based inflation.
Statement 3 is correct: India is a net importer of crude oil. Therefore the rise in crude oil prices will lead to import-based inflation and its spillover effects.
19.
Which of the following Kharif crops are covered under Minimum Support Price
1. Sesamum
2. Maize
3. Groundnut
4. Mustard
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(A)
1, 2, and 3 only
(B)
1 and 3 only
(C)
2 & 3 only
(D)
1, 2, and 4 only
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The Centre on Wednesday announced a 5.3% to 10.35% hike in minimum support prices (MSP) of all mandated Kharif crops for marketing season 2023-24, with moong seeing the highest increase and urad the lowest.
20.
Name the savings program that has recently (in June ‘23) launched by Kotak Private Banking for UHNIs (Ultra High Net Worth Individuals) and HNIs (High Net Worth Individuals).
(A)
Diamond
(B)
Réserve
(C)
Beta
(D)
Alpha
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Kotak Private Banking, a division of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, has launched a savings program named ‘Réserve’ exclusively for its UHNIs (Ultra High Net Worth Individuals) and HNIs (High Net Worth Individuals) comprising entrepreneurs, business families, and professionals.
21.
Which bank has recently (in June ‘23) launched the Interoperable Cardless Cash Withdrawal (ICCW) facility to withdraw cash using UPI from the Automated Teller Machine (ATM) without using the physical debit card?
(A)
Indian Bank
(B)
Bank of Baroda
(C)
Bank of India
(D)
Canara Bank
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The Bank of Baroda (BoB) launched the Interoperable Cardless Cash Withdrawal (ICCW) facility which would enable a customer to withdraw cash using UPI (Unified Payments Interface) from the bank’s ATMs (Automated Teller Machine) without using a physical debit card.
22.
In June 2023, Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Eknath Shinde launched Asia’s largest cluster development scheme in ___________.
(A)
Nagpur
(B)
Pune
(C)
Aurangabad
(D)
Thane
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Eknath Shinde launched Asia’s largest cluster development scheme in Thane, Maharashtra for the collective redevelopment of unauthorized and official dangerous buildings in the urban areas.
23.
In June 2023, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) projected the Indian economy to grow in the range of ________ in FY24 (Financial Year 2023-24).
(A)
6.4-6.6%
(B)
6.5-6.7%
(C)
6.6-6.8%
(D)
6.3-6.5%
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has projected the Indian economy to grow in the range of 6.5-6.7% in FY24 (Financial Year 2023-24) supported by strong domestic drivers and robust Capital expenditures (CapEx) momentum of the government.
24.
Which bank has recently (in June ‘23) unveiled a new campaign “My Account Starts Today” featuring cricketer Virat Kohli as their new brand influencer?
(A)
Standard Chartered Bank India
(B)
HSBC India
(C)
Citibank India
(D)
CSB Bank India
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, India (HSBC India) unveiled its latest advertising campaign “My Account Starts Today” with Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, their new brand influencer.
25.
Which state launched a state-wide 15-day mega registration drive for MSMEs?
(A)
Bihar
(B)
Uttar Pradesh
(C)
Assam
(D)
Gujarat
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The Uttar Pradesh government launched a 15-day registration campaign for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in all 75 districts across the state.