Current Affairs 21 Jun 2010

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1.

Name the NGO which has filed a petition in the Supreme Court expressing grave concern over the recent spurt of hoour killings carried out at the instance of khap panchayats.
- A.
  
  Shakti Vahini
- B.
  
  Aadhar
- C.
  
  CRY
Correct Answer
A. Shakti Vahini

Explanation
Shakti Vahini is the correct answer because it is the NGO that has filed a petition in the Supreme Court expressing concern over the recent increase in honor killings conducted by khap panchayats.

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2.

Name the a guided missile frigate of the Talwar class, will be launched next week at a Russian shipyard that is constructing the warship for the Indian Navy.
- A.
  
  INS Tarkash
- B.
  
  INS Vikrant
- C.
  
  INS Tabur
Correct Answer
A. INS Tarkash

Explanation
INS Tarkash is the correct answer because it is a guided missile frigate of the Talwar class that is being constructed by a Russian shipyard for the Indian Navy. The other options, INS Vikrant and INS Tabur, do not match the given description.

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3.

Name the Swedish princess who recently married her former trainer?
- A.
  
  Princess Maltida
- B.
  
  Princess Victoria
- C.
  
  Princess Elizabeth
Correct Answer
B. Princess Victoria

Explanation
Princess Victoria is the correct answer because she is the Swedish princess who recently married her former trainer. This event was widely covered in the media and Princess Victoria's marriage to her former trainer was seen as a significant event in the royal family.

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4.

Indian badminton ace .................................... clinched the second Super Series title of her career by winning the Singapore Open this Sunday
- A.
  
  Sania Mirza
- B.
  
  Saina Nehwal
- C.
  
  Anjali Bhagat
Correct Answer
B. Saina Nehwal

Explanation
Saina Nehwal is the correct answer because she is an Indian badminton player who won the Singapore Open, securing her second Super Series title. Sania Mirza is a tennis player, not a badminton player, and Anjali Bhagat is a shooter, not a badminton player.

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5.

What is the nationality of tennis star Andy Murray?
- A.
  
  British
- B.
  
  American
- C.
  
  German
Correct Answer
A. British

Explanation
Andy Murray is a British tennis star. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland, and represents Great Britain in international competitions. Murray has achieved great success in his career, including winning multiple Grand Slam titles and an Olympic gold medal. His nationality is British, as he is a citizen of the United Kingdom.

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6.

Name the leader of the Pakistan-based Jundallah group who was recently hanged by Iran?
- A.
  
  Abdolmalek Rigi
- B.
  
  Malik ur Rehaman
- C.
  
  Lakhvi
Correct Answer
A. Abdolmalek Rigi

Explanation
Abdolmalek Rigi is the correct answer because he was the leader of the Pakistan-based Jundallah group who was recently hanged by Iran.

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7.

Name the present U.S. Defence Secretary?
- A.
  
  Hillary Clinton
- B.
  
  Robert Gates
- C.
  
  Gordon Brown
Correct Answer
B. Robert Gates

Explanation
Robert Gates is the correct answer because he served as the U.S. Defense Secretary from 2006 to 2011 under both President George W. Bush and President Barack Obama. During his tenure, Gates played a crucial role in shaping U.S. defense policy and overseeing military operations. He is widely respected for his expertise and leadership in national security matters.

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8.

A fluctuating exchange rate, the debt crisis in Europe, rising input costs and a possible rate hike by the Reserve Bank of India may hit Indian exports, are results of survey by which organisation?
- A.
  
  ICICI
- B.
  
  SEBI
- C.
  
  FICCI
Correct Answer
C. FICCI

Explanation
The correct answer is FICCI. FICCI, which stands for Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, conducted a survey that revealed a number of factors that may negatively impact Indian exports. These factors include a fluctuating exchange rate, the debt crisis in Europe, rising input costs, and the possibility of a rate hike by the Reserve Bank of India.

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9.

Name the Chairman and Managing Director of the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO)?
- A.
  
  Suhas Pani
- B.
  
  A Raja
- C.
  
  Ambika Soni
Correct Answer
A. Suhas Pani

Explanation
Suhas Pani is the Chairman and Managing Director of the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO).

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10.

Who is the well-known Odissi dancer and wife of famous cricketer who recently performed at cultural show at Shanghai Expo?
- A.
  
  Anjali Tendulkar
- B.
  
  Kim Sharma
- C.
  
  Dona Ganguly
Correct Answer
C. Dona Ganguly

Explanation
Dona Ganguly is the well-known Odissi dancer and wife of a famous cricketer who recently performed at a cultural show at Shanghai Expo.

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Current Affairs 21 Jun 2010

Name the NGO which has filed a petition in the Supreme Court expressing grave concern over the recent spurt of hoour killings carried out at the instance of khap panchayats.

Name the a guided missile frigate of the Talwar class, will be launched next week at a Russian shipyard that is constructing the warship for the Indian Navy.

Name the Swedish princess who recently married her former trainer?

Indian badminton ace .................................... clinched the second Super Series title of her career by winning the Singapore Open this Sunday

What is the nationality of tennis star Andy Murray?

Name the leader of the Pakistan-based Jundallah group who was recently hanged by Iran?

Name the present U.S. Defence Secretary?

A fluctuating exchange rate, the debt crisis in Europe, rising input costs and a possible rate hike by the Reserve Bank of India may hit Indian exports, are results of survey by which organisation?

Name the Chairman and Managing Director of the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO)?

Who is the well-known Odissi dancer and wife of famous cricketer who recently performed at cultural show at Shanghai Expo?