Daily GK and Current Affairs Quiz – 30th & 31st May 2021

Correct Answer: D. Rs 10 crore

Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a fine of Rs 10 crore on HDFC Bank for deficiencies in regulatory compliance found in the auto loan portfolio of the bank.As per the RBI, HDFC Bank has violated the provisions of section 6(2) and section 8 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.After receiving a complaint from a whistleblower, RBI conducted an examination in the marketing and sale of third-party non-financial products to the bank’s auto loan customers and found that the bank was in contravention of regulatory directions.RBI has imposed the monetary penalty in the exercise of powers vested by the central bank under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act.

Important Points:

• Headquarters of HDFC Bank: Mumbai, Maharashtra;
• MD and CEO of HDFC Bank: Sashidhar Jagdishan;
• The tagline of HDFC Bank: We understand your world.

Correct Answer – E. Sajag

Explanation: National Security Advisor (NSA), Ajit Doval has commissioned the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) Sajag, which has been constructed by Goa Shipyard Limited. Sajag is the third in a series of five offshore patrol vessels indigenously designed in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ vision. The indigenously-built ship is fitted with advanced technology equipment, weapon and sensors capable to carry a twin-engine helicopter and four high-speed boats.

Important Points:

• Director-General of Indian Coast Guard: Krishnaswamy Natarajan.
• Indian Coast Guard Headquarters: New Delhi.

Correct Answer – E. Kuldiep Singh

Explanation: Director-General of Central Reserve Police Force, Kuldiep Singh has been given additional charge of Director General of National Investigation Agency, NIA. He will hold the additional post after 31st or this month after the superannuation of Y C Modi.The Ministry of Home Affairs assigned the additional charge to Singh, a 1986-batch West Bengal cadre officer, who has been handling the post of CRPF Director General since March 16 this year. He has been appointed as DG, CRPF up to September 30, 2022–the date of his superannuation.

Important Points:

• National Investigation Agency Headquarters: New Delhi;
• National Investigation Agency Founder: Radha Vinod Raju;
• National Investigation Agency Founded: 2009.

Correct Answer – A. Commit to quit

Explanation: Every year, on 31st May, the World Health Organization (WHO) and global partners celebrate World No Tobacco Day (WNTD). The annual campaign is an opportunity to raise awareness on the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure, and to discourage the use of tobacco in any form.This year theme of the 2021 WNTD is “Commit to quit.” This yearly celebration informs the public on the dangers of using tobacco, the business practices of tobacco companies, what WHO is doing to fight the tobacco epidemic, and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations.

History

World Health Organization on 15th May 1987 passed a resolution, calling for April 7, 1988, to be the first World No Smoking Day. This date was chosen as it was the 40th anniversary of the World Health Organization. Then on May 17, 1989, the World Health Organization passed a resolution calling for May 31 to be annually known as World No Tobacco Day. World No Tobacco Day has been observed every year on 31st May since 1989.

Important Points:

• WHO was established on 7 April 1948;
• WHO is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland;
• WHO current President is Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

Correct Answer- C. Congo

Explanation: Mount Nyiragongo erupted in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Mount Nyiragongo is one of several volcanoes near the DRC’s border with Rwanda and Uganda. Its last major eruption, in 2002, killed 250 people and displaced thousands. Nyiragongo and nearby Nyamuragira are together responsible for 40 per cent of Africa’s historical volcanic eruptions. Mount Nyiragongo is located inside Virunga National Park.

Important Points:

• President of the Republic of Congo: Denis Sassou Nguesso;
• Prime Minister of Republic of Congo: Anatole Collinet Makosso;
• Congo Capital: Brazzaville;
• Congo Currency: Congolese franc.

Correct Answer – A. Srikumar Banerjee

Explanation: Srikumar Banerjee, former chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, passed away due to a heart attack at his residence in neighbouring Navi Mumbai.He retired as chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission and secretary of the Department of Atomic Energy in 2012.Banerjee also served as the director of the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) for six years till 2010.A metallurgy engineer from the IIT Kharagpur, Banerjee joined the BARC after completing his B Tech degree, and rose to become the director of the premier scientific institution.Banerjee’s work focused on physical metallurgy and material science.

Correct Answer – A. Shaji.N.M.

Explanation: Shaji .N.M., fondly called as ‘Tuber Man’ of Kerala has been awarded the India Biodiversity Award 2021 in the individual category of ‘Conservation of domesticated species’.Mr. Shaji, who conserves a wide array of around 200 tuber crops including greater yam, lesser yam, elephant foot yam, arrow root, colocasia, sweet potato, cassava and Chinese potato in his farm has received State awards seven times for his efforts.He has also received the Plant Genome Savior Reward 2015, instituted by PPV&FR Authority, New Delhi.

Correct Answer – B. India Post Payments Bank(IPPB)

Explanation: Mahindra Rural Housing Finance (MRHFL), a subsidiary of Mahindra and Mahindra Financial Ltd, and India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) made a partnership for a cash management solution.Under the partnership, IPPB will be offering cash management and collection services to MRHFL through its access points and postal service providers.IPPB’s large national network has facilitated the deployment of cash management solutions to meet the requirements of MRHFL.Using the cash management service, MRHFL customers could able to repay their monthly or quarterly loan instalments at over 1.36 lakh post offices.

Correct Answer – E. 25th May

Explanation: International Missing Children’s Day is observed globally on 25th May every year.This day is observed for missing children who have found their way home, remember those that are victims of crime, and continue efforts to seek out those that are still missing.25 May is now widely referred to as Missing Children’s Day, with the forget-me-not flower as its emblem.

Correct Answer – B. Shivshankar Menon

Explanation:  A book has titled ‘India and Asian Geopolitics: The Past, Present’ is authored by Shivshankar Menon.He was the Prime Minister’s National Security Adviser and Foreign Secretary, is exploring these phases in their historical context to tell the story of how India weathered the many geopolitical storms of the past in his latest book.Menon has taken a different approach to history.He underscores the seriousness of China taking Tibet in 1950, which, according to him, was a pivotal moment in India-China relations, but challenges the argument that India failed to stop the Chinese invasion.

Correct Answer – B. Mansukh Mandaviya

Explanation: Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the second floating jetty at Old Goa virtually on 30 May 2021.The Government of India has approved the setting up of two concrete floating jetties on River Mondovi (NW-68) to connect Old Goa and Panjim.Earlier, the first jetty located at Captain of Ports, Panjim Goa was inaugurated on 21 February 2020.

Goa:

• Chief Minister – Pramod Sawant.
• Governor – Bhagat Singh Koshyari.
• Lok Sabha seats – 2.
• Rajya Sabha seats – 1.

Correct Answer – B. Aymar de Liedekerke Beaufort

Explanation: Aymar de Liedekerke Beaufort has been appointed the Head of Territory of BNP Paribas for India.He will also retain his role as the Head of Corporate and Institutional Banking (CIB) with effect from 1 September 2021.A veteran of BNP Paribas, he has served as Chief Executive of BNP Paribas India branches and led CIB in India since December 2019.

Correct Answer – D. Goa

Explanation:  Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant launched solar-based electrification programme for rural households in the state.This project will bring electricity through renewable energy to areas in Goa where grid connectivity is not feasible.The solar PV-based home lighting systems for households was inaugurated only two days after the agreement was signed between Convergence Energy Services Ltd (CESL) and Goa Energy Development Agency (GEDA).This project is CESL’s first off-grid electricity engagement that will install and maintain solar PV systems for five years under the Remote Village Electrification (RVE) programme of the Government of Goa. CESL will undertake the project across villages and hamlets of Goa in coordination with Gram panchayats.A 100 per cent owned subsidiary of EESL – Convergence Energy Services Limited (Convergence), a new energy company is focused on delivering clean, affordable, and reliable energy.Convergence focuses on energy solutions that lie at the confluence of renewable energy, electric mobility, and climate change.

Correct Answer – D. NATO

Explanation: North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is conducting War Games ‘Steadfast Defender 21’ from May-June 2021.Majority of the exercise will take place in Germany, Portugal and Romania.The main objective is to improve the ability of the Allied forces to move quickly across the Atlantic and Europe to protect each other, if need arises.Around 9,000 troops from more than 20 NATO Allies and partners will take part in the exercise.The Forces will be deployed across land and sea from North America to the Black Sea region and off the coast of Portugal.It includes NATO troops, warships, and several Fighter Aircrafts like the F-35.

Correct Answer – D. Pooja Rani Bohra

Explanation: Pooja Rani won the gold medal in the 75kg Women’s Middle category final at the Asian Boxing Championships, in Dubai.She defeated Mavluda Movlonova in the gold medal clash.Meanwhile, earlier MC Mary Kom crashed to a narrow split-decision defeat against Kazakhstan’s Nazym Kyzaibay in the women’s 51kg final. The legendary Indian boxer won the silver medal.The six-time world champion defeated Lutsaikhan Altantsetseg in the semifinals.Meanwhile, Lalbuatsaihi (64kg) also won the silver medal in her category, losing to Milana Safronova. Anupama (+81kg) also bagged a silver medal, losing to Lazzat Kungeibayeva in the final.

Correct Answer – B. Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative

Explanation: Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO) will launch Nano Urea in the market in June 2021.The Nano Urea is expected to reduce the consumption of normal urea substantially thus saving a huge sum on subsidy and forex.Besides reducing the cost of cultivation, it increases the yield.The Nano Urea is also eco friendly.

Correct Answer – D. 4000

Explanation: The Gujarat government has announced financial assistance for the children who have lost both their parents due to Covid.Under ‘Mukhyamantri Bal Seva Yojana’, children will get 4k rupees per month till they turn 18 and 6k rupees till they turn 21.The children will get the benefit of scholarships from State Social Justice and Empowerment as well as Tribal Development Dept irrespective of income limits.

Gujarat:

• Chief Minister – Vijay Rupani.
• Governor – Acharya Devvrat.
• Number of Districts – 33.
• Dams – Sardar Sarovar Dam(Narmada River), Ukai Dam (Tapti River), Dantiwada Dam (Banas River), Kadana dam (Mahi River), Kamleshwar Dam(Hiran River).
• Registered GI: Agates of Cambay, Kutch Embroidery, Patan Patola.

Correct Answer – A. Arthur Muir

Explanation: Climbers from the United States and Hong Kong have set new records as they scaled Mount Everest in May 2021.Arthur Muir, 75, became the oldest American to climb the world’s highest peak at 8,848.86-metres (29,031 feet).Separately, Hong Kong’s Tsang Yin-Hung, 45, scaled the peak in less than 26 hours, the shortest time taken by any woman after starting from the base camp.

Correct Answer – B. Rajanish Giri

Explanation: Researchers at the IIT Mandi in Himachal Pradesh have revealed the structure of the ‘NSP1 C-terminal region’ in isolation.It is a key protein of the Covid-19 virus in a host cell environment.The study was led by Dr. Rajanish Giri, Assistant Professor, School of Basic Sciences.Part of the structure of a key protein in the COVID-19 virus, helps in understanding its mode of action.