Daily GK & Current Affairs Quiz – 10th November 2019
GK & Current Affairs Questions –November 2019
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Daily Current Affairs Questions – 10th November 2019
1.International Day of Radiology, sometimes seen in the news, is annually observed on _______. A. Nov 8
B. Nov 13
C. Nov 17
D. Nov 21
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. Nov 8
Explanation: On this day, Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen discovered the existence of x-rays in 1895. It aims to generate awareness of the value that radiology contributes to safe patient care. Sports imaging has been chosen as the main theme of the day in 2019.
2._____ has set a target of achieving 30 GW (30,000 MW) of renewable energy generation by 2022. A. Punjab
B. Gujarat
C. Maharashtra
D. Kerala
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat is one of the 5 leading states for renewable energy in terms of both existing generation capacity as well as future potential. Of this 30 GW objective:
20 GW would supply the state’s power demand
10 GW would generate power to be exported to other states
In July, Gujarat had emerged as the state with the maximum installed rooftop solar capacity in India.
3._____ will host the next edition of the ‘No Money For Terror’ conference to be held in 2020. A. India
B. Brazil
C. Argentina
D. US
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. India
Explanation: The conference is organised by Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) of over 100 countries. This grouping aims to provide FIUs a platform to exchange information confidentially to combat money-laundering.
4.________ is set to open the 50th edition of the International Film Festival of India. A. Despite the Fog
B. Maleficent
C. Toy Story 4
D. Midway
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. Despite the Fog
Explanation: The Italian film, Despite the Fog is set to open the 50th edition of the International Film Festival of India. It is directed by GoranPaskaljevic, one of Europe’s most respected filmmakers.
5.The board of Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Ltd (CIFCL) has approved the appointment of _______ as the managing director of the company for five years. A. Sunil Bansal
B. Rajeev Khetri
C. Arun Alagappan
D. K Poonam
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – C. Arun Alagappan
Explanation: Alagappan had joined the company as executive director in August, 2017. He had served in the various businesses of the Murugappa Group. Notably, he is a promoter and a member of the Murugappa family.
6. Who is the first Indian to be elected to the position of General Vice President (GVP), International Organisation Development Association (IODA)?
A. Vinaya Shetty
B. Ruchika Talwar
C. Himanshi Mehra
D. Suman Lata
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. Vinaya Shetty
Explanation: Vinaya became GVP of IODA (International Organisation Development Association) recently. It is worth mentioning that she also became the 1st Indian woman entrepreneur finalist for the prestigious Empretech Women in Business Award also. IODA has members from 50 countries, who initiate and support organizational and societal change processes all over the world.
7.Who was conferred with the Deming ‘Distinguished Service Award For Dissemination and Promotion Overseas’? A. Venu Srinivasan
B. KM Birla
C. Gautam Adani
D. Nandan Nilekani
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. Venu Srinivasan
Explanation: The Deming Prize is sponsored by Japanese Union of Scientists & Engineers. Srinivasan becomes the first industrialist from India to be bestowed this award.
8. National Cancer Awareness Day, sometimes seen in the news, is observed on ______. A. Nov 7
B. Nov 10
C. Nov 14
D. Nov 18
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. Nov 7
Explanation: National Cancer Awareness Day is observed on 7th November. It coincides with the birth anniversary of Madame Curie. In India, 10 lakh people are diagnosed with it every year. Globally, about 1 in 6 deaths is due to cancer.
9.International Tennis Federation moved India’s Davis Cup tie from _______ to a neutral venue, citing the safety of players and officials. A. Karachi
B. Lahore
C. Islamabad
D. Multan
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – C. Islamabad
Explanation: Citing the safety of players and officials, International Tennis Federation moved India’s Davis Cup tie from Islamabad to a neutral venue. The Asia/Oceania Group I tie, was originally scheduled for Sept. 14-15 in Islamabad.
10.Infant Protection Day is celebrated on ______. A. 4 Nov
B. 7 Nov
C. 10 Nov
D. 12 Nov
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. 7 Nov
Explanation: It aims to spread awareness about the safety of infants & protect their lives by taking proper care of infants. Notably, infant deaths in India remained the highest in the world. About 0.75 million neonates (below 28-days-old) die every year in India.
11.The Charbagh railway station in ______ has special treats for passengers in the form of two ‘Health ATMs’ that were installed by the Indian Railways recently. A. Lucknow
B. Kolkata
C. Mumbai
D. Bengaluru
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. Lucknow
Explanation: The kiosks have been promoted by YOLO Health ATM. Both provide 16 health check-ups for Rs 50-100. There are two types of check-ups, after which the report is delivered instantly to the user. With unified medical devices for general check-ups, cardiology, pulmonary testing, health ATMs are walk-in medical kiosks.
12.The French Development Agency & _______ signed a 50 million euro project agreement to restore the state’s forest ecosystems and preserve their biodiversity. A. Assam
B. Bihar
C. UP
D. Himachal Pradesh
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. Assam
Explanation: Assam’s forests are one of thirty five biodiversity hotspots. These forests are home to over 1300 varieties of wildlife. The agreement aims to reforest an additional 12,000 hectares of land.
13. The Winter session of Parliament is likely to commence from _______. A. Nov 16
B. Nov 18
C. Nov 20
D. Nov 22
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. Nov 18
Explanation: According to Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, the Winter session will start from November 18 and continue till December 13. The ruling government is likely to bring the Bill back this session, following the announcement of the final list of the NRC.
14.UP Assembly has decided to convene another special session on Constitution Day on ______. A. Nov 20
B. Nov 22
C. Nov 24
D. Nov 26
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – D. Nov 26
Explanation: The adoption of the Constitution took place on November 26, 1949. While it came into effect on January 26, 1950. Earlier, the 36-hour long marathon session of Uttar Pradesh Assembly was also organised to mark the 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
15.Legal Services Day, sometimes seen in the news, is observed on ____. A. 9 Nov
B. 11 Nov
C. 13 Nov
D. 15 Nov
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. 9 Nov
Explanation: Its aim is to offer the free of charge legal services to the people of weaker sections of society. On this day, Lok Adalats are organized across the country.
