Daily GK & Current Affairs Questions - 10th April 2020
Daily GK & Current Affairs Questions – 10th April 2020
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Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 10th April 2020
1. Which of the following IIT signed pact with Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) in terms of technology development in export promotion. A. IIT-Bombay
B. IIT-Delhi
C. IIT-Madras
D. IIT-Kanpur
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. IIT-Delhi
Explanation: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has signed a pact with IIT-Delhi in the areas of technology development for export promotion.
2. The International Day of Conscience for the year 2020 is observed on which day- A. 5th April
B. 7th April
C. 8th April
D. 9th April
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. 5th April
Explanation: On April 5, 2020 The International Day of Conscience (IDC) is observed for the 1st time to recognize the need to establish stability, well-being, peaceful and friendly relations on the basis of respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms for all, irrespective of race, gender, language or religion & also to remind people to self-reflect, follow their conscience, & do the right things.
3. Under which section of Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Ministry of Finance has imposed moratorium on Yes Bank- A. Section 36
B. Section 45
C. Section 49
D. Section 35
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. Section 45
Explanation: In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (10 of 1949), the Central Government, through the Ministry of Finance has imposed moratorium on Yes Bank Limited w.e.f. 6PM of April 5, 2020 till April 3, 2020. The decision has been taken on the recommendations of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under sub-section (1) of section 45.
4. Recently, Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has reduced the interest rate on EPF deposits for 2019-20 from 8.65% to _____% A. 8.40
B. 8.50
C. 8.45
D. 8.55
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. 8.50
Explanation: EPFO (Employees Provident Fund Organisation) has declined interest rate on EPF deposits for 2019-20 to seven years’ low by 0.15% or 15 basis points from 8.65% to 8.5%.
5. Who among the following has been appointed as new Prime Minister of Ukranie?
A. Verkhovna Rada
B. Oleksiy Honcharuk
C. Volodymyr Zelensky
D. Denys Shmygal
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – D. Denys Shmygal
Explanation: Ukraine parliament approved Denys Shmygal as a new prime minister of Ukraine. He is the nominee of Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine.
6. The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace celebrated on every yearon which day- A. 8th April
B. 7th April
C. 6th April
D. 9th April
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – C. 6th April
Explanation: The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSP) is celebrated every year on April 6 to recognize the power of sport in promoting social change, community development and to encourage peace and understanding. IDSP 2020 marks its 7th edition.
7. The veteran Malayalam Music composer who passed away recently- A. K. Raghavan
B. M.K. Arjunan
C. V. Dakshinamoorthy
D. M.G. Radhakrishnan
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. M.K. Arjunan
Explanation: Veteran Malayalam Music composer, MK Arjunan who was popularly known for his evergreen melodies in Malayalam cinema, passed away.
8. The International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda is being observed globally on which day? A. 7th April
B. 6th April
C. 5th April
D. 8th April
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. 7th April
Explanation: International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda observed globally on 7 April every year.
9. Which of the foolowing finance company has partnered with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to raise 75 million dollars recently. A. LIC Housing Finance
B. Punjab National Bank Housing Finance
C. Housing Development Finance Corporation
D. Dewan Housing Finance Corporation
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. Punjab National Bank Housing Finance
Explanation: Punjab National Bank Housing Finance has partnered with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to raise 75 million dollars. The Citibank will also co-finance 25 million dollars to finance the mortgage loans in the affordable housing segment. This partnership also states first debt funding by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in the housing finance sector in India.
10. Which of the following online delivery platform partnered with Britannia Industries to deliver range of products to its consumers. A. Dunzo
B. Zomato
C. Sweegy
D. Uber Eats
E. All of these
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Correct Answer – A. Dunzo
Explanation: Britannia Industries has partnered with Google-backed personal concierge startup Dunzo to deliver its essential products such as biscuits, cakes, wafers, milkshakes and ghee. This move by the leading biscuit manufacturer comes as a response to ensure uninterrupted supply of essentials amidst the lockdown due to the Covid-19 outbreak in the country.
11. Who among the following incumbent Chairman of the Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT)? A. Justice Satish Chandra
B. Justice Ferdino Rebello
C. Justice Shiva Kirti Singh
D. Justice Shyamal Kumar Sen
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – C. Justice Shiva Kirti Singh
Explanation: The tenure of Justice Shiva Kirti Singh, as the incumbent Chairman of the Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT) has been extended by the Supreme Court of India by 3-months.
12. Veteran American actor who passed away recently due to COVID-19 complications- A. Chuck Norris
B. Clint Eastwood
C. Forrest Compton
D. Morgan Freeman
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. Politics
Explanation: Veteran American actor Forrest Compton passed away due to COVID-19 complications. Compton was popular for playing the role of district attorney Mike Karr in the long-running soap opera “The Edge of Night”.
13. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has launched which of the following the initiative to help India fight against COVID-19. A. Medicine UDAN
B. Fighting UDAN
C. Lifeline UDAN
D. COVID UDAN
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – C. Lifeline UDAN
Explanation:The Union Civil Aviation Ministry launched ‘Lifeline Udan’. According to the ministry these flights are being operated to transport essential medical cargo to remote parts of the country amid the lockdown to support India’s fight against Covid-19.
14. The Cabinetapproved to cut how much percentage cut in salaries of all MPs, President, Vice president and Governors for FY 2020-21? A. 30%
B. 10%
C. 15%
D. 25%
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. 30%
Explanation: Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has approved an ordinance of 30% cut in the salaries of all Members of Parliament (MPs) for FY 20-21 and a two-year suspension (2020-21 and 2021-22) of the MP Local Area Development (MPLAD) scheme so that the amount saved can go to the Consolidated Fund of India to fight COVID-19. This announcement was made by Prakash Javadkar, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting.
15. Whow among the following former New Zealand wicket-keeper batsman who passed away recently- A. Tony Blain
B. Ian Smith
C. Jock Edwards
D. Warren Lees
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – C. Jock Edwards
Explanation: Former New Zealand wicket-keeper batsman Jock Edwards passed away. He had made his Test debut in the home Test series against Australia in 1976-77 as a specialist batsman. He played the last of his eight Tests against India in 1981.
