SBI-PO MAINS -Current Affairs Quiz
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1). Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, announced the finalization of India’s comprehensive and multi-sectoral National Action Plan. In which of the following places the Inter-Ministerial Consultation on AMR containment held where the announcement was made?
a) Bhubaneswar
b) Raipur
c) Hyderabad
d) New Delhi
e) Bangalore
Explanation: J P Nadda, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, announced the finalization of India’s comprehensive and multi-sectoral National Action Plan. The announcement was made at the Inter-Ministerial Consultation on AMR containment held in New Delhi. The National Action Plan aims to enhance awareness, strengthen surveillance, improve rational use of antibiotics, reduce infections and promote research. The plan highlights the need for tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) across multiple sectors such as human health, animal husbandry, agriculture and environment in consideration of the “One-Health Approach”.
2). Which of the following the Indian Navy's hydrographic survey ship, is undertaking a hydrographic survey of Weligama Bay jointly with Sri Lankan Navy?
a) INS Dhushru
b) INS Shiksha
c) INS Darshak
d) INS Danak
e) INS Karshak
Explanation: The Indian Navy's hydrographic survey ship, INS Darshak, jointly with Sri Lankan Navy, is undertaking a hydrographic survey of Weligama Bay. The announcement was made by the Indian Navy on a social media platform. INS Darshak, which is on a two-month deployment in the Sri Lankan waters, jointly with the Sri Lankan Navy is surveying the bay, which was last studied in the year 1901.INS Darshak is a hydrographic survey ship in the Indian Navy. The vessel is under the Eastern Naval Command.
3). Which of the following rebel group and Union Government agree to extend ceasefire till April 2018?
a) National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation
b) National Secreratic Council of Nagaland-Reformation
c) National Socialist Chamber of Nagaland-Reformation
d) National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Retardation
e) State Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation
Explanation: The Union Government and two Naga armed factions, namely National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Reformation (NSCN-R) and National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Neakpao-Kithovi (GPRN/NSCN), have agreed to extend the ceasefire till 27 April 2018. The decision over extension of ceasefire was taken at a meeting held between the officials of the Union Home Ministry and the Ceasefire Supervisory Board of Naga armed factions in New Delhi. A ceasefire between the Union Government and NSCN-R and NSCN-NK is already in operation.
4). Who among the following Indian Personalities has feature on the list of 100 most influential people of 2017?
a) K. Radhakrishnan
b) Vijay Shekhar Sharma
c) Nandan Nilekani
d) Kailash Satyarthi
e) Kapil Sharma
Explanation: Time Magazine released the annual list of 100 most influential people of 2017. This year, only two Indians to feature on the list- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma. Oscar winner Viola Davis, Grammy winner John Legend, actor Riz Ahmed, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and philanthropist Melinda Gates graced the five different covers of this year’s list of 100 most influential people. US President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin and British Prime Minister Theresa May featured on the new list of 100 most influential people by the magazine
5). Which of the following Train will be made to connect with all Tiger National Parks that the Efforts will be done Railway Ministry?
a) Sager Express
b) Timbla Express
c) Gatiman Express
d) Tiger Express
e) Miruthna Express
Explanation: Rail Minister Suresh Prabhu has said that efforts will be made to connect Tiger Express with all the Tiger National Parks in the country. He was talking to media in Umaria last evening. He said that the Tiger Express is useful for the tourists. Mr. Prabhu said that new rail projects are being launched in Ujjain and Raipur.
6). Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has been disqualified from presidential elections. His name was left out of the final list of approved candidates. The decision was taken by Which of the following Institution?
a) Forestro Council
b) Tehtron Council
c) The Guardian Council
d) The Coast Guard Council
e) the Gest Pad Council
Explanation: Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has been disqualified from presidential elections. His name was left out of the final list of approved candidates. The decision was taken by the Guardian Council, a group of influential jurists and clerics that was charged with the responsibility of screening the candidates for the upcoming elections.
7). Which of the following credit card with a built-in fingerprint scanner, allowing its users to make payments by scanning their fingerprint instead of providing a PIN or a signature?
a) Rupay
b) Mastercard
c) Visa
d) Store card
e) Gift card
Explanation: American financial services corporation Mastercard has created a credit card with a built-in fingerprint scanner, allowing its users to make payments by scanning their fingerprint instead of providing a PIN or a signature. The card is no thicker than a normal credit card. It works with all existing chip-and-PIN readers and is currently being trialled in South Africa.
8). Whom among the following was presented with the Padma Shri award at her residence by district collector P Narahari in the presence of the state’s Finance Minister?
a) Tilak Gitai
b) Kailash Kher
c) Sadhu Meher
d) T.K. Viswanathan
e) Dr. Bhakti Yadav
Explanation: The 91-year-old gynaecologist, Dr. Bhakti Yadav was presented with the Padma Shri award at her residence on. The award was presented to her by district collector P Narahari in the presence of the state’s Finance Minister Jayant Malaiya and Mayor Malini Gaud, as she was unable to attend the function organised in New Delhi where the President of India, Pranab Mukherjee had given away the prestigious civilian awards to the recipients. The award aims to recognize her selfless service towards her patients, especially the ones from a poor background.
9). Earth Day being observed on Which date?
a) 23 April
b) 22 April
c) 26 April
d) 24 April
e) 21 April
Explanation: Earth Day in being observed 22 April all over the world with the message to protect environment. On the Occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Earth Day is a day of gratitude to Mother Earth and a day to reiterate firm resolve to keep the planet clean and green. In a series of tweets, he said, it is the duty of the people to live in harmony with the plants, animals and birds we share the Earth with. He said, people owe this to the future generations. Mr Modi hoped that this year’s theme of 'Environmental and Climate Literacy ’ helps create awareness on protecting nature & natural resources.
10). Who has Reported that India becoming hub of international arbitration and the government's initiative to work towards zero interference in the process will promote confidence among foreign traders?
a) J S Khehar
b) Tilak Gitai
c) VG Patel
d) Wareppa Naba Nil
e) Kanwal Sibal
Explanation: Chief Justice of India, J S Khehar has said, India is becoming a hub of international arbitration and the government's initiative to work towards zero interference in the process will promote confidence among foreign traders. Speaking at a two-day seminar 'Engaging Asia Arbitration Summit' in New Delhi, Justice Khehar said, potential for international arbitration is increasing due to foreign investment. The CJI said, government's 'Make in India' scheme will make the country a favoured market among the emerging ones.
11). To solve the problem of getting rid off fallen leaves, the Horticulture Department of Which City has set up eight leaf composting machines in Cubbon Park?
a) Raipur
b) Bhopal
c) Chandigarh
d) Bengaluru
e) Hyderabad
Explanation: To solve the problem of getting rid off fallen leaves, the Horticulture Department in Bengaluru has set up eight leaf composting machines in Cubbon Park. Another park, Lalbagh is also planning to compost leaf waste, as it is almost impossible to clear dry leaves spread across over 200-300 acres of area. Speaking on the development, Joint Director of Horticulture Dr Jagadeesh stated that the department decided to try the method on the suggestion of the solid waste management expert Ramakanth. He further stated that if it works then they would be opting for bigger composting pits.
12). Which Missile was test fired of the land-attack variant conducted by Indian Navy?
a) Tumba I
b) Vikrant III
c) Agni II
d) BrahMos
e) Arjun IV
Explanation: Indian Navy on Friday successfully conducted the first test fire of the land-attack variant of the BrahMos supersonic missile. The missile, with a 400 km range, was launched at sea off the Andaman and Nicobar islands. This is reportedly the first sea-to-land missile test in the country and also the first time the land-attack variant was fired from a ship.
13). Which State government has decided to set up 40 Yoga wellness centres in 40 districts during current financial year?
a) Nagaland
b) Maharashtra
c) Punjab
d) Manipur
e) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation: Uttar Pradesh government has decided to set up 40 Yoga wellness centres in 40 districts during current financial year. Of them 23 will be set up at Ayurvedic hospitals, 12 at homeopathic and 7 at Unani hospitals and colleges. State will seek assistance from union government to set up such centres in remaining 35 districts. After viewing presentation of Ayush department ,Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also announced to start post graduate courses at Government Ayurvedic college and hospital Varanasi, Unani college Allahabad, Government Homeopathy college Allahabad and TT college Lucknow. He has directed the officials to set up treatment centres at Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Varanasi, Saharanpur and Banda under Ayurvedic and Unani systems of treatment.
14). Which of the following National carrier has lowered the age limit for availing travel concession under its scheme for senior citizens to 60?
a) Spice Jet
b) Indian Airlines
c) Air India
d) IndiGo
e) JetLite
Explanation: National carrier Air India has lowered the age limit for availing travel concession under its scheme for senior citizens to 60. Earlier, the age limit for availing this concession was 63 years. Under the scheme, Indian citizens aged 60 years on the date of commencement of journey are entitled to a 50% discount on basic fare of economy class seats.
15). The governments of India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which of the following Nation to strengthen their bilateral cooperation in defence shipbuilding?
a) North Korea
b) South Korea
c) Singapore
d) Malaysia
e) Vietnam
Explanation: The governments of India and South Korea signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their bilateral cooperation in defence shipbuilding. The agreement was signed between Ashok Kumar Gupta, Secretary (Defence Production) and Chang Myong Jin, Korea’s Minister of Defence Acquisition and Programme Administration in New Delhi. According to the MoU, the two countries under the broader term of a special strategic partnership will be nominating one shipyard each for the project.
16). In which of the following Cities The First Indian-Indonesia Energy Forum was held?
a) Moscow
b) Jakarta
c) Canberra
d) Beijing
e) Tokyo
Explanation: The First Indian-Indonesia Energy Forum was held in Jakarta, Indonesia. The Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy and Mines Piyush Goyal and Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Ignasius Jonan participated in the forum.
17). Which of the following Country achieves its first ever coal-free day since the Industrial Revolution?
a) Poland
b) Germany
c) France
d) Britain
e) Portugal
Explanation: For the first time since the Industrial Revolution, Britain witnessed a full day powered by energy generated without the use of coal, according to the country's National Grid. Its only coal-fired plant that had been up and running went offline. Britain will shut its last coal power station by 2025 to meet its climate change commitments.
18). Which of the following cities have agreed on the need to strengthen the security cooperation particularly on the issue of counter-terrorism?
a) Srilanka and European Union
b) India and South Africa
c) India and European Union
d) India and Austria
e) India and Ethiopia
Explanation: India and European Union have agreed on the need to strengthen the security cooperation particularly on the issue of counter-terrorism. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Ms. Federica Mogherini called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The two leaders discussed regional and global developments of mutual interest. Mr. Modi recalled his successful visit to Brussels in March last year for the India-EU Summit, and said that he is looking forward to the next summit to be held in India in October this year.
19). How much Amount was approved as a loan by the World Bank for capacity augmentation of National Waterway-1 (NW-1) on the river Ganga under the Jal Marg Vikas Project (JMVP)?
a) $7.5 crore
b) $7.5 crore
c) $39.5 crore
d) $37.5 crore
e) $35 crore
Explanation: The World Bank has approved $37.5 crore loan for capacity augmentation of National Waterway-1 (NW-1) on the river Ganga under the Jal Marg Vikas Project (JMVP). The project will enable commercial navigation of vessels with a capacity of 1,500-2,000 deadweight tonnes along a 1,390-km stretch. The NW-1 passes through Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
20). Which of the following US-based travel reviewer website presented its 2017 World's Best Destination Award to Indonesia's resort island of Bali?
a) HomeAway
b) Airbnb
c) Momondo
d) Kayak
e) TripAdvisor
Explanation: US-based travel reviewer website TripAdvisor presented its 2017 World's Best Destination Award to Indonesia's resort island of Bali. TripAdvisor's 2017 World's Best Destination Award for Bali was announced in March 2017, resulting from its traveller choice programme conducted in a 12-month period. With this, Bali became the first Asian destination to earn the title. In addition, TripAdvisor also put Lombok, a destination near Bali, as one of the best 10 Asian destinations for the year.
21). Whom among the following won Golf Industry Association Awards 2017?
a) Aditi Ashok
b) Pat Abbott
c) Tommy Aaron
d) Jack Allan
e) Laurie Auchterlonie
Explanation: Golfers Aditi Ashok, S.S.P Chawrasia and Ali Sher on 20 April 2017 won the second edition of the Golf Industry Association (GIA) Awards 2017. Aditi Ashok bagged the award for Outstanding Achievement. Aditi finished second in the Ladies European Tour (LET) order of merit in 2016. SSP Chawrasia bagged the award for the Men's Player of the Year (2016). He successfully defended his Indian Open title and had two victories on Golf Tour when he also won his first overseas title at the Resorts World Manila Masters.
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