Current Affairs Quiz/Questions-answers January 2014, January 6 - January 12
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently launched its heavy-duty rocket GSLV-D5 for placing a communication satellite into the orbit. Name the satellite that was carried by GSLV-D5?
- A.
INSAT-3A
- B.
GSAT-5P
- C.
GSAT-14
- D.
GSAT-10
Correct Answer
C. GSAT-14Explanation
The correct answer is GSAT-14. The question asks for the name of the satellite that was carried by GSLV-D5. Among the given options, GSAT-14 is the only satellite mentioned. Therefore, GSAT-14 is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Assam will launch its adult vaccination drive against Japanese Encephalitis from 22 February 2014. Japanese Encephalitis disease is caused by which virus?
- A.
Herpesviridae
- B.
Bunyaviridae
- C.
Bunyaviridae
- D.
Flavivirus
Correct Answer
D. FlavivirusExplanation
Japanese Encephalitis is caused by the Flavivirus. This virus is transmitted through mosquito bites and primarily affects the central nervous system. The symptoms of the disease can range from mild flu-like symptoms to severe complications such as inflammation of the brain. Vaccination is an effective way to prevent the disease, and Assam is launching its adult vaccination drive against Japanese Encephalitis.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The heavy-duty rocket of ISRO, GSLV-D5, was powered by an indigenously developed engine. Name the engine?
- A.
LEROS engine
- B.
Vikas engine
- C.
Dream Chaser rocket engine
- D.
Cryogenic engine
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D. Cryogenic engineExplanation
The GSLV-D5 rocket of ISRO was powered by a cryogenic engine. A cryogenic engine uses liquid propellants, usually liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen, which are stored at very low temperatures. This engine provides a high thrust-to-weight ratio and is capable of delivering heavy payloads into space. The development of a cryogenic engine is a significant achievement for ISRO as it signifies the advancement of indigenous technology in the field of space exploration.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who is the Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)?
- A.
K Radhakrishnan
- B.
G Madhavan Nair
- C.
K Kasturirangan
- D.
U R Rao
Correct Answer
A. K RadhakrishnanExplanation
K Radhakrishnan is the correct answer for the Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).Rate this question:
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- 5.
The virus causing Japanese encephalitis is transmitted by mosquitoes belonging to which groups of mosquitoes?
- A.
Culex tritaeniorhynchus and Culex vishnui
- B.
Les moucherons and Les cousins
- C.
Zancudos and West Nile virus
- D.
LaCrosse encephalitis and Western Equine encephalitis
Correct Answer
A. Culex tritaeniorhynchus and Culex vishnuiExplanation
The correct answer is Culex tritaeniorhynchus and Culex vishnui. These two groups of mosquitoes are known to transmit the virus causing Japanese encephalitis. Japanese encephalitis is a viral infection that affects the brain and is commonly found in Asia, particularly in rural and agricultural areas. Mosquitoes become infected with the virus by feeding on infected animals, such as pigs and birds, and then transmit it to humans through their bites. Controlling the population of these mosquito species is crucial in preventing the spread of Japanese encephalitis.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Name the party that has secured an absolute majority in the Parliamentary elections held in Bangladesh?
- A.
Jatiya Party
- B.
Awami League
- C.
JaSad
- D.
BNP
Correct Answer
B. Awami LeagueExplanation
Awami League is the correct answer because it secured an absolute majority in the Parliamentary elections held in Bangladesh. This means that Awami League won more than half of the total seats in the Parliament, allowing them to form a government without needing the support of any other party.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Name the tropical storm that struck the north-eastern coast of Trincomalee, Sri Lanka on 5 January 2013.
- A.
Humberto
- B.
Ingrid
- C.
Jerry
- D.
One
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- 8.
Name the player, who on 6 January 2014 won the Open du Gard squash title?
- A.
Greg Lobban of Scotland
- B.
Christophe Andre of France
- C.
Ammar Altamimi of Kuwait
- D.
Mahesh Mangaokar of India
Correct Answer
D. Mahesh Mangaokar of IndiaExplanation
Mahesh Mangaokar of India won the Open du Gard squash title on 6 January 2014.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Indian Navy for the first time sent an all-women crew aboard a ship for circumnavigating the globe as a part of training. Name the ship.
- A.
Moksha
- B.
INS Mhadei
- C.
Victoria
- D.
Vendee Globe
Correct Answer
B. INS MhadeiExplanation
The correct answer is INS Mhadei. The Indian Navy made history by sending an all-women crew aboard the ship INS Mhadei for circumnavigating the globe as a part of their training. This initiative aimed to empower women and promote gender equality in the armed forces. The crew members showcased their skills, determination, and resilience throughout the journey, breaking barriers and inspiring others. INS Mhadei played a significant role in this milestone achievement for the Indian Navy.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who became the first male junior badminton player from India to be ranked top in the world?
- A.
Aditya Joshi from Madhya Pradesh
- B.
Rakesh johar from Maharashtra
- C.
Deepak Thirkey from Jharkhand
- D.
Ramohar Manhani from Delhi
Correct Answer
A. Aditya Joshi from Madhya PradeshExplanation
Aditya Joshi from Madhya Pradesh became the first male junior badminton player from India to be ranked top in the world.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Who won the Chennai Open Tennis Cup for the second time?
- A.
Edouard Roger-Vasselin
- B.
Stanislas Wawrinka
- C.
V. Pospisil
- D.
M. Granollers
Correct Answer
B. Stanislas WawrinkaExplanation
Stanislas Wawrinka won the Chennai Open Tennis Cup for the second time.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The former Supreme Court Judge, Justice A K Ganguly on 6 January 2014 resigned as the Chairman of which organisation following allegations of sexual harassment by a law intern.
- A.
Rural Development
- B.
West Bengal Human Rights Commission
- C.
2G Spectrum Scam Committee
- D.
University of Calcutta
Correct Answer
B. West Bengal Human Rights CommissionExplanation
Justice A K Ganguly resigned as the Chairman of the West Bengal Human Rights Commission following allegations of sexual harassment by a law intern. This indicates that the correct answer is West Bengal Human Rights Commission.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The world Famous Dhanu Yatra is a cultural festival of which place and state?
- A.
Chandankyari, Jharkhand
- B.
Bargarh, Odisha
- C.
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
- D.
Solan, Himachal Pradesh
Correct Answer
B. Bargarh, OdishaExplanation
The correct answer is Bargarh, Odisha. The Dhanu Yatra is a famous cultural festival that takes place in Bargarh, Odisha. It is considered to be the largest open-air theatre festival in the world and is based on the mythological story of Lord Krishna and his demon uncle, King Kansa. The festival attracts a large number of tourists and showcases various traditional performances, including dance, music, and drama, depicting the life of Lord Krishna.Rate this question:
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- 14.
The Government of India on 7 January 2014 launched the nation’s first comprehensive adolescent health programme called
- A.
National Tobacco Control Program
- B.
National Program for Prevention and Control of Deafness
- C.
Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram
- D.
Universal Immunization Program
Correct Answer
C. Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya KaryakramExplanation
The correct answer is Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram. This is because the question asks for the name of the nation's first comprehensive adolescent health program, and Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram fits this description. The other options, National Tobacco Control Program, National Program for Prevention and Control of Deafness, and Universal Immunization Program, are not specific to adolescent health and do not match the given criteria.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Government of India on 6 January 2014 announced Jeevan Raksha Padak for 37 people for their meritorious act of human nature in saving human lives. Persons from which of the following state failed to receive the Padak?
- A.
Jharkhand
- B.
Uttar Pradesh
- C.
Manipur
- D.
Kerala
Correct Answer
A. JharkhandExplanation
The government of India announced Jeevan Raksha Padak for individuals who had performed meritorious acts to save human lives. The question asks which state failed to receive the Padak. The answer is Jharkhand, as individuals from Jharkhand did not receive the award.Rate this question:
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- 16.
India on 7 January 2014 launched the third phase of its housing project in Sri Lanka. The third phase of the housing project has been expanded to include as beneficiaries
- A.
Indian origin Tamils settled in the central part of Sri Lanka as plantation laborers
- B.
Indian origin Tamils in all profession
- C.
Sri Lankans settled as the plantation labourers
- D.
Indians settled as washer profession
Correct Answer
A. Indian origin Tamils settled in the central part of Sri Lanka as plantation laborersExplanation
The correct answer is Indian origin Tamils settled in the central part of Sri Lanka as plantation laborers. This is because the third phase of the housing project in Sri Lanka specifically includes this group of people as beneficiaries.Rate this question:
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- 17.
The US Senate confirmed whose name to head the US Federal Reserve?
- A.
Jeremy C. Stein
- B.
Ben Bernanke
- C.
Janet Yellen
- D.
Daniel K. Tarullo
Correct Answer
C. Janet YellenExplanation
Janet Yellen was confirmed by the US Senate to head the US Federal Reserve.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Who has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Generali India Life Insurance?
- A.
Arvind Mayaram
- B.
Santosh Hegde
- C.
JS Mathur
- D.
Munish Sharda
Correct Answer
D. Munish ShardaExplanation
Munish Sharda has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Generali India Life Insurance.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Name the steel maker giant that has received environment clearance from the Union Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) for setting up a steel plant worth 52000 crore rupees in Odisha?
- A.
Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal of Japan
- B.
Gerdau of Brazil
- C.
Hyundai Steel of South Korea
- D.
POSCO of South Korea
Correct Answer
D. POSCO of South KoreaExplanation
POSCO of South Korea has received environment clearance from the Union Ministry of Environment and Forest (MoEF) for setting up a steel plant worth 52000 crore rupees in Odisha.Rate this question:
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- 20.
World Hindi Day was celebrated by the Ministry of External Affairs on
- A.
8 January
- B.
9 January
- C.
10 January
- D.
11 January
Correct Answer
C. 10 JanuaryExplanation
World Hindi Day is celebrated on 10th January every year. The Ministry of External Affairs also celebrates this day to promote the Hindi language and its rich cultural heritage. It aims to spread awareness about Hindi as an important global language and to encourage its use and learning worldwide. This celebration highlights the significance of Hindi in fostering international understanding and communication.Rate this question:
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- 21.
A panel of Reserve Bank of India has suggested to set-up specialized banks to cater to the low income households and small businesses. These banks will ensure that every citizen have a bank account by 2016. The panel was headed by
- A.
Mukul Mudgal
- B.
Nachiket Mor
- C.
Raghuram Rajan
- D.
Bilal Nazaki
Correct Answer
B. Nachiket MorExplanation
The correct answer is Nachiket Mor. The panel of Reserve Bank of India, headed by Nachiket Mor, has suggested setting up specialized banks to cater to low-income households and small businesses. These banks aim to ensure that every citizen has a bank account by 2016. This proposal is part of the government's efforts to promote financial inclusion and provide banking services to underserved sections of society.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Name the programme launched by United Nations and its humanitarian partners on 10 January 2014 to save millions of Syrian Children from losing generation amidst the civil war in the country.
- A.
Champions of the Children of Syria
- B.
No Lost Generation initiative
- C.
Global Education First Initiative
- D.
Building a peaceful society through education
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B. No Lost Generation initiativeExplanation
The correct answer is the No Lost Generation initiative. This program was launched by the United Nations and its humanitarian partners to address the impact of the civil war in Syria on children. The initiative aims to prevent a lost generation by providing education, protection, and support to Syrian children affected by the conflict. It focuses on ensuring access to quality education, promoting child protection, and supporting the overall well-being of children in Syria and neighboring countries.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Name the youngest cricketer who has been retained in the Indian Premier League (IPL)?
- A.
Sanju Samson
- B.
Manan Vohra
- C.
Bharat Arun
- D.
Akhil Herwadkar
Correct Answer
A. Sanju SamsonExplanation
Sanju Samson is the correct answer because he is the youngest cricketer who has been retained in the Indian Premier League (IPL). This means that despite being young, he has shown enough talent and potential to be kept by a team in the IPL, indicating his value as a player.Rate this question:
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- 24.
According to a report released by G B Pant Institute of Himalayan Ecology, the Gangotri glaciers are retreating. Gangotri glacier is located in which state?
- A.
Jammu & Kashmir
- B.
Himachal Pradesh
- C.
Uttarakand
- D.
Assam
Correct Answer
B. Himachal PradeshExplanation
The given question asks for the state in which the Gangotri glacier is located. The correct answer is Himachal Pradesh. This information is not provided in the question itself, but the question mentions a report released by G B Pant Institute of Himalayan Ecology stating that the Gangotri glaciers are retreating. Since the Gangotri glacier is a well-known glacier located in the Indian Himalayas, it can be inferred that it is located in Himachal Pradesh.Rate this question:
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- 25.
The Government of India has notified the new natural gas pricing formulae, which will be come into effect from 1 April 2014. As per the newly issued notification, the rate of all domestically produced fuel will be almost doubled to 8.2 to 8.4 dollar per unit. The new gas pricing formula was based on the recommendations of which committee?
- A.
Nachiket Mor Committee
- B.
Rangrajan Committee
- C.
Bilal Nazaki Committee
- D.
Mukul Mudgal Committee
Correct Answer
B. Rangrajan CommitteeExplanation
The correct answer is Rangrajan Committee. The Rangrajan Committee was responsible for recommending the new natural gas pricing formulae, which doubled the rate of all domestically produced fuel to 8.2 to 8.4 dollars per unit. The committee's recommendations were notified by the Government of India and came into effect from 1 April 2014.Rate this question:
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- 26.
The Mill Gate Price Scheme (MGPS) has been renamed as
- A.
Mill Supply Scheme
- B.
Yarn Supply Scheme
- C.
Affordable Price for Yarn Scheme
- D.
Mill Price Scheme
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B. Yarn Supply SchemeExplanation
The correct answer is Yarn Supply Scheme. This is because the given question states that the Mill Gate Price Scheme (MGPS) has been renamed, and out of the options provided, Yarn Supply Scheme is the only one that aligns with the concept of supplying yarn. The other options do not specifically mention yarn, so they can be ruled out as incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Ministry of Environment and Forests on 10 January 2014 cleared the Tawang –II hydroelectricity project after a hiatus of one year. The Tawang- II HEP will be built on which river?
- A.
River Brahmaputra
- B.
River Tawangchu
- C.
River Tsang Po
- D.
River Mandakni
Correct Answer
B. River TawangchuExplanation
The correct answer is River Tawangchu. The Ministry of Environment and Forests cleared the Tawang-II hydroelectricity project after a one-year hiatus. This suggests that the project will be built on the River Tawangchu.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Union Government of India recently launched the Know India Programme to
- A.
Increase awareness among school students about Indian society
- B.
Provide exposure to young persons of Oversea Indians origin about Indian society
- C.
It provide exposure to young persons in India about Indian society
- D.
(b) & (c)
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B. Provide exposure to young persons of Oversea Indians origin about Indian societyExplanation
The correct answer is (b) & (c). The Know India Programme launched by the Union Government of India aims to provide exposure to young persons of Oversea Indians origin about Indian society, as well as provide exposure to young persons in India about Indian society. This program is designed to enhance awareness and understanding of Indian society among both Oversea Indians and young individuals in India.Rate this question:
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- 29.
28th Federation Cup National Basketball Championship was won by
- A.
ONGC
- B.
PSPB
- C.
IOC
- D.
Railways
Correct Answer
A. ONGCExplanation
ONGC won the 28th Federation Cup National Basketball Championship.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Which main tributary of River Ganga orginates from Gangotri glacier?
- A.
Bhagirathi
- B.
Yammuna
- C.
Godavari
- D.
Narmada
Correct Answer
A. BhagirathiExplanation
The main tributary of River Ganga that originates from Gangotri glacier is Bhagirathi.Rate this question:
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- 31.
In December 2013 India’s trade deficit narrowed down to
- A.
11.5 billion dollars
- B.
12.5 billion dollars
- C.
10.5 billion dollars
- D.
9.5 billion dollars
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C. 10.5 billion dollarsExplanation
In December 2013, India's trade deficit narrowed down to $10.5 billion. This means that the country's imports exceeded its exports by $10.5 billion during that month. A narrowing trade deficit indicates that the country is importing less and/or exporting more, which can be seen as a positive sign for the economy. It suggests that India's trade balance improved in December 2013 compared to previous months, as the trade deficit decreased.Rate this question:
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- 32.
Which country on 9 January 2014 invited Indian Institute Technology (IITs) to open its branch?
- A.
Singapore
- B.
Japan
- C.
Malaysia
- D.
South Korea
Correct Answer
C. MalaysiaExplanation
Malaysia invited Indian Institute Technology (IITs) to open its branch on 9 January 2014.Rate this question:
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- 33.
Which State government launched a tollfree helpline number 1100 to prevent corruption in government departments
- A.
New Delhi
- B.
Uttarakhand
- C.
Madhya Pradesh
- D.
Chhattisgarh
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D. ChhattisgarhExplanation
Chhattisgarh State government launched a toll-free helpline number 1100 to prevent corruption in government departments. This initiative aims to provide a platform for citizens to report any instances of corruption they come across in government offices. By setting up a dedicated helpline, the government is taking proactive steps to tackle corruption and ensure transparency in its administration. This helpline will enable citizens to easily and anonymously report corruption, thereby discouraging corrupt practices and promoting accountability in government departments.Rate this question:
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