Important G.K. & Current Affairs Quiz - 26th December 2018
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Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 26th December 2018
1. Paika Bidroha, sometimes seen in the news, was an armed rebellion against the British East India Company’s rule in which among the following states? A. West Bengal
B. Odisha
C. Assam
D. Bihar
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. Odisha
Explanation: The Paik Rebellion, also called the Paika Bidroha, was an armed rebellion against the British East India Company’s rule in Odisha in 1817. The Paikas rose in rebellion under their leader Bakshi Jagabandhu and, projecting Jagannath as the symbol of Odia unity, the rebellion quickly spread across most of Odisha before being ruthlessly put down by the company’s forces.
2. PM Modi recently released a commemorative Rs ____ coin in memory of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. A. 25
B. 50
C. 75
D. 100
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – D. 100
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday released a commemorative Rs 100 coin in memory of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Senior BJP leaders, including Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, BJP Chief Amit Shah, Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan and senior leader Lal Krishna Advani, were also present at the event. This Rs 100 currency will be the highest denomination in the form of coin.
3. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan recently inaugurated a Centre for Agricultural Research and Training in which among the following states? A. Rajasthan
B. Maharashtra
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Telangana
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – D. Telangana
Explanation: Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated a Centre for Agricultural Research and Training in Telangana for imparting training to farmers in organic farming using the latest technology. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), in collaboration with Eklavya foundation, has set up the Centre as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
4. Bhasha Sangam, sometimes seen in the news, is a unique initiative to introduce school students to ____ Indian languages.
A. 20
B. 21
C. 22
D. 23
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – C. 22
Explanation: The Union Government has launched a unique initiative called Bhasha Sangam to introduce school students to 22 Indian languages. Bhasha Sangam is a programme for schools and educational institutions to provide multilingual exposure to students in Indian languages.The initiative aims to enhance linguistic tolerance and respect and promote national integration. It also aims to create interest in different Indian languages and instil the curiosity to learn more.
5. Prime Minister Modi, recently dedicated the Bogibeel bridge in which among the following states? A. West Bengal
B. Bihar
C. Odisha
D. Assam
E. None of these
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CorrectAnswer – D. Assam
Explanation: The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, dedicated the Bogibeel bridge in Assam, to the nation. The bridge, which spans the River Brahmaputra between Dibrugarh and Dhemaji districts of Assam, is of immense economic and strategic significance for the nation. At a massive public meeting in Kareng Chapori, on the northern bank of the Brahmaputra,the Prime Minister also flagged off the first passenger train passing through the bridge.
6. RBI announced a cap on the outstanding stock of external commercial borrowings (ECB) at _____ per cent of GDP at current market prices.
A. 5.5
B. 6.5
C. 7.5
D. 8.5
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. 6.5
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a cap on the outstanding stock of external commercial borrowings (ECB) at 6.5 per cent of GDP at current market prices. ECBs refer to commercial loans in the form of bank loans, securitised instruments (floating rate notes and fixed rate bonds, non-convertible, optionally convertible or partially convertible preference shares), buyers’ credit, suppliers’ credit availed of from non-resident lenders with a minimum average maturity of 3 years.
7. ______ has imposed fine of Rs five lakh each on Iffco Tokio and Royal Sundaram for violating motor tariff claims and file & use guidelines.
A. SEBI
B. FICCI
C. RBI
D. IRDAI
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – D. IRDAI
Explanation: Insurance regulator IRDAI said it has imposed fine of Rs five lakh each on Iffco Tokio and Royal Sundaram for violating motor tariff claims and file & use guidelines. Both Iffco Tokio General Insurance and Royal Sundaram General Insurance face similar charges of settling lesser amounts than the insured declared value in case of motor vehicle total loss/theft claims, as per two separate orders against the two firms.
8. Which among the following state governments gave 200 ISRO-developed satellite enabled communication devices to 80 fishing boat groups? A. Tamil Nadu
B. Kerala
C. Odisha
D. Maharashtra
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. Tamil Nadu
Explanation: Tamil Nadu government gave 200 ISRO-developed satellite enabled communication devices to 80 fishing boat groups to enable them to access real-time alerts on cyclone and weather updates.
9. _________, who led India to Kabaddi World Cup win in 2014 and 2016, announced retirement from Kabaddi. A. Nageshwar Rao
B. Anup Kumar
C. Jitan Narula
D. Harmandeep Singh
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. Anup Kumar
Explanation: Anup Kumar, who led India to Kabaddi World Cup win in 2014 and 2016, announced retirement from Kabaddi before the start of a Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) match between Jaipur Pink Panthers and Gujarat Fortunegiants at the Tau Devilal Sports Complex, Panchkula. y. In his 15-year iconic career, Anup Kumar was part of the national team that won gold medals in 2010 and 2014. He was bestowed with the Arjuna Award in 2012.
10. Which state government approved a sum of Rs 4,089 crore for the Tembhu lift irrigation scheme?
A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Kerala
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. Maharashtra
Explanation: The Maharashtra government approved a sum of Rs 4,089 crore for the Tembhu lift irrigation scheme in Satara district. The scheme, which will also benefit Satara’s adjoining districts in Western Maharashtra.
11.Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, sometimes seen in the news, was signed in ________.
A. 1985
B. 1987
C. 1989
D. 1991
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – B. 1987
Explanation: The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty is a 1987 arms control agreement between the United States and the Soviet Union (and later its successor state the Russian Federation). Signed in Washington, D.C. by President Ronald Reaganand General Secretary Mikhail Gorbachev on 8 December 1987, the treaty was ratified by the United States Senate on 27 May 1988 and came into force on 1 June 1988.
12. A study conducted by Reporters Without Borders reveals that _________ is the worst country for journalists.
A. Iran
B. Pakistan
C. Saudi Arabia
D. Afghanistan
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – D. Afghanistan
Explanation: The fourth pillar of democracy- the media is believed to act as the eyes and ears of a nation. By reporting about the government’s functioning and needs of the people, it acts as a mediator between the two. A study conducted by Reporters Without Borders reveals that Afghanistan is the worst country for journalists since 15 journalists were killed in the conflicted nation in 2018 alone. In India six journalists have been killed in 2018 and it shares this spot with a first time entrant- the United States. In India many were physically assaulted, attacked and threatened also. The next most deadliest place to report from is Syria where 11 journalists have been killed, nine in Mexico and eight in Yemen giving India the fifth spot in this list.
13. ________ has announced strategic partnership with Paisabazaar.com, India’s largest online platforms for financial products to offer the Bank’s home loan product to customers.
A. Bank of Baroda
B. Allahabad Bank
C. Karnataka Bank
D. SBI
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – C. Karnataka Bank
Explanation: Karnataka Bank, as part of digital initiative has announced strategic partnership with Paisabazaar.com, India’s largest online platforms for financial products to offer the Bank’s home loan product to customers. Through this partnership, consumers will now be able to choose and apply for a home loan from Karnataka Bank, directly through the Paisabazaar platform.
14. Nasscom has collaborated with ________ for its FutureSkills Platform that is targeted at re-skilling/upskilling four million people on digital skills. A. IIT Madras
B. IIT Bombay
C. IIT Kharagpur
D. IIT Goa
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – A. IIT Madras
Explanation: Industry body Nasscom has collaborated with the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras for its FutureSkills Platform that is targeted at re-skilling/upskilling four million people on digital skills. Under its FutureSkills Platform, Nasscom aims to re-skill/upskill four million people from the IT-ITeS industry, students entering the workforce and employees of other industries/government on digital skills.
15. Who is the Director-General of National Testing Agency (NTA), which is sometimes seen in the news?
A. Narayana Malhar
B. Tavleen Singh
C. Anjum Chopra
D. Vineet Joshi
E. None of these
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Correct Answer – D. Vineet Joshi
Explanation: National Testing Agency (NTA) is an Indian government agency that has been approved by the Union Council of Ministers and established in November 2017 to conduct entrance examinations for higher educational institutions. The government appointed Vineet Joshi as the first Director-General of the agency.
