Name the two-time Academy Award-winning performer, who has passed away at 87 recently.
(A)
Roy Hodges
(B)
Ken Russell
(C)
Vanessa Redgrave
(D)
Glenda Jackson
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Glenda Jackson, a two-time Academy award-winning performer, died at 87.
2.
Which edition of National Water Awards has been presented by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar in New Delhi on June 17?
(A)
First
(B)
Second
(C)
Third
(D)
Fourth
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Fourth National Water Awards presented by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar in New Delhi on June 17.
3.
Which country has recently raised the age of consent from 13 to 16 years?
(A)
France
(B)
Japan
(C)
Italy
(D)
Germany
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The lawmakers of Japan have passed legislation to raise the age of consent from 13 to 16 years. Japan had the lowest age of consent in the world.
4.
Which of the following statements correct about the Dugdh Sanakalan Sathi Mobile App?
1. It has been developed by Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited (REIL).
2. Its main aim is to bring transformation in the Indian dairy industry by addressing key challenges of the milk collection process.
Select the correct code:
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 2 only
(D)
none of the above
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Union Minister Mahendra Nath Pandey launched “Dugdh Sanakalan Sathi Mobile App" in Mussorie, Uttarakhand.
5.
In which of the following states is the National Yoga Olympiad being organized?
(A)
Madhya Pradesh
(B)
Uttar Pradesh
(C)
Himachal Pradesh
(D)
Bihar
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: National Yoga Olympiad is being organized in Madhya Pradesh.
6.
The Gandhi Peace Prize for the year ________ will be given to Gita Press, Gorakhpur.
(A)
2020
(B)
2021
(C)
2022
(D)
2023
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Gandhi Peace Prize for 2021 will be given to Gita Press, Gorakhpur.
7.
Which of the following has released guidelines to rectify accident-prone spots on national highways?
(A)
National Highway Authority of India
(B)
State Road Transport Corporation
(C)
Border Roads Organization
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: To improve road safety on National Highways, NHAI issued guidelines to rectify accident-prone spots on the national highways by implementing short-term measures.
8.
The government has formed an expert committee to recommend reforms in the Arbitration law. It will be headed by ____________.
(A)
Sanjay Kishan Kaul
(B)
Prakash Kesarwani
(C)
Manoj Kumar Gupta
(D)
T K Vishwanathan
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: An expert committee under the chairmanship of T K Vishwanathan has been formed by the Department of legal affairs.
9.
Which country has won the World Squash Championship by defeating Malaysia?
(A)
India
(B)
Egypt
(C)
Japan
(D)
Australia
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Egypt won the World Squash Championship by beating Malaysia by 2-1 in the finals in Chennai.
10.
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding National Time Release Study (NTRS) 2023 report?
1. NTRS 2023 report has been released by Vivek Johri, Chairman, of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
2. NTRS 2023 presents port-category-wise average release time for the current year on the basis of the sample period of January 1-7, 2023.
Select the correct answer using the following codes.
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 2 only
(D)
none of the above
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: National Time Release Study (NTRS) 2023 report has been released by Vivek Johri, Chairman, Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).
11.
The "Miyawaki method" is well known for the
(A)
Promotion of commercial farming in arid and semi-arid areas
(B)
Development of gardens using genetically modified flora
(C)
Creation of mini forests in urban areas
(D)
Harvesting wind energy on coastal areas and on sea surfaces
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his latest ‘Mann ki baat’ episode spoke about Miyawaki plantation, the Japanese method of creating dense urban forests in a small area.
12.
Consider the following statements regarding the Direct Seeding of Rice (DSR) method
1. Under this method, pre-germinated seeds are directly drilled into the field by a powered machine.
2. There is no nursery preparation or transplantation involved in this method.
3. It requires lesser water than the transplanting method of paddy cultivation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A)
2 and 3 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 3 only
(D)
1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: In Direct seeding of rice (DSR) method, Paddy here is sown directly in the field without any nursery preparation, pudding or flooding.
13.
Greenhouse Gas Bulletin, the report is published by which organization
(A)
World Meteorological Organization
(B)
United Nations Environment Programme
(C)
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
(D)
International Union for Conservation of Nature
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Greenhouse Gas Bulletin Report shows the average surface mole fractions for carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O) and compares them with the mole fractions during the previous year and with the preindustrial levels.
14.
Which of the following is/are the exclusive power(s) of Lok Sabha?
1. To ratify the declaration of Emergency
2. To pass a motion of no-confidence against the Council of Ministers
3. To impeach the President of India
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(A)
1 and 2 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
3 and 2 only
(D)
3 only
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Statement 1 is not correct: The proclamation of Emergency must be approved by both the Houses of Parliament within one month from the date of its issue. If approved by both the Houses of Parliament, the emergency continues for six months, and can be extended to an indefinite period with an approval of the Parliament for every six months.
Statement 2 is correct: Article 75 (3) provides clearly that the Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People. So, only LokSabha can pass a no-confidence motion against the Council of Ministers.
Statement 3 is not correct: As per Article 61, when a President is to be impeached for violation of the Constitution, the charges can be initiated by either House of Parliament. The impeachment resolution needs to be passed by a majority of two-thirds of the total membership in each house. Thus, it is not an exclusive power of the Lok Sabha.
15.
The celestial body WASP-76 b is a
(A)
Galaxy
(B)
Blackhole
(C)
Exoplanet
(D)
Asteroid
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Recently, An international team of astronomers announced that they will conduct a detailed study of the extremely hot giant exoplanet WASP-76 b.
16.
With reference to State Election Commission, consider the following statements
1. State Election Commission is provided by the Constitution of India to deal with the elections to the Municipalities and Panchayats in the states.
2. Article 243K(1) states that the superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls shall be vested in a State Election Commission
3. State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
All three
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: State Election Commission is provided by the Constitution of India to deal with the elections to the Municipalities and Panchayats in the states. Article 243K(1) states that the superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to the Panchayats (Municipalities under Article 243ZA) shall be vested in a State Election Commission consisting of a State Election Commissioner to be appointed by the Governor.
17.
With reference to The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, consider the following statements
1. The Act was enacted in 2012 to provide legal protection to children from sexual abuse, exploitation, and pornography.
2. The Act mandates that cases under the Act should be disposed of within one month from the date of taking cognizance by the court.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act was enacted in 2012 to provide legal protection to children from sexual abuse, exploitation and pornography.
18.
With reference to “Yu” wine rice, consider the following statements
1. It is a traditional alcoholic beverage prepared by the Meithei communities from Manipur.
2. This drink is used, by traditional medical practitioners and village heads as prescribed medicine to heal the health issues like obesity, malnourishment, and loss of appetite.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Manipur also has a total of thirty-three recognized scheduled tribe communities. Preparation of fermented rice beer is an age-old tradition for the ethnic tribe of the State. The Meithei communities from Manipur have been preparing a traditional alcoholic beverage also known as “Yu”.
19.
With reference to Emergency Use Authorisation (EUA), consider the following statements
1. It is approval for Vaccines and medicines and even diagnostic tests and medical devices by a regulatory authority before they can be administered.
2. A EUA cannot be granted solely on the basis of data from phase 1 or phase 2 trials.
3. India’s drug regulations do not have provisions for a EUA, and the process for receiving one is not clearly defined or consistent.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
(A)
Only One
(B)
Only Two
(C)
All Three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Vaccines and medicines, and even diagnostic tests and medical devices, require the approval of a regulatory authority before they can be administered. In the US, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) grants EUA only after it has been determined that the “known and potential benefits outweigh the known and potential risks of the vaccine” (or medicine).
20.
With reference to Urban Heat Islands (UHI), consider the following statements
1. It is a region within a city or metropolitan area that experiences noticeably higher temperatures than the surrounding rural area because of excessive human activity.
2. In this effect, the days are hotter and nights are cooler.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: An Urban Heat Island (UHI) is a region within a city or metropolitan area that experiences noticeably higher temperatures than the surrounding rural area because of excessive human activity. Typically, the temperature difference is felt at night and in light winds. When both the summer and winter seasons are at their height, the UHI is noticeable. The urban heat island effect in general is used to describe any location with high temperatures relative to its surroundings, but they most often apply to places with dense populations.
21.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced the Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS) to facilitate ____.
(A)
Inward remittances
(B)
Outward remittances
(C)
Remittance tracking system
(D)
Remittance taxation
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) implemented the Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS) to simplify and streamline the process of outward remittances from India. It allows resident individuals to remit a certain amount of money abroad for various purposes, such as education, travel, investment, and maintenance of close relatives.
22.
Which state in India receives the highest amount of remittances from abroad?
(A)
Kerala
(B)
Maharashtra
(C)
Punjab
(D)
Gujarat
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Kerala receives the highest amount of remittances among all the states in India. A significant number of Keralites migrate to various countries, especially in the Gulf region, for employment, and they contribute a substantial portion of their earnings as remittances to their families in Kerala.
23.
Who is the Chief of Corporate and Fintech Relationships and Key Initiatives at NPCI?
(A)
Karan Mehta
(B)
Nalin Bansal
(C)
Nalin Mehta
(D)
Karan Bansal
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Nalin Bansal holds the position of Chief of Corporate and Fintech Relationships and Key Initiatives at NPCI, as mentioned in the provided information.
24.
What is the collaboration between RING and NPCI focused on?
(A)
Providing a ‘Scan & Pay’ option for customers
(B)
Launching a new UPI Plug-in feature
(C)
Implementing a digital credit platform in India
(D)
Offering an all-in-one payment and credit solution
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: The collaboration between RING and NPCI aims to implement RING’s UPI Plug-in feature into its existing digital services, allowing RING to offer an all-in-one payment and credit solution to its customers.
25.
What technology is used in the mobile air pollution monitoring framework developed by researchers at IIT Madras?
(A)
Internet of Things (IoT)
(B)
Blockchain
(C)
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
(D)
Virtual Reality (VR)
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The mobile air pollution monitoring framework developed by researchers at IIT Madras leverages IoT technology to monitor air quality using low-cost sensors mounted on public vehicles.