Current Affairs Quiz By (Vikram Sir )
20 Questions
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which state government has launched Swachhata hi Seva Abhiyan, recently?
- A.
Gujarat
- B.
Punjab
- C.
Rajasthan
- D.
Madhya Pradesh
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D. Madhya PradeshExplanation
The Madhya Pradesh government has launched a month-long Swachhata hi Seva Abhiyan from 25th September to till October 25 against the single-use plastic. The campaign will encourage alternatives by eliminating single-use plastic and non-standard polythene in markets, malls and shops etc.Rate this question:
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- 2.
National unity award has been constituted on whose name?
- A.
Mahatma Gandhi
- B.
Narendra Modi
- C.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- D.
B R Ambedkar
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C. Sardar Vallabhbhai PatelExplanation
The Union Government has instituted Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel award, the highest civilian award in the field of contribution to the unity and integrity of India.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a 'Gandhi Solar Park' recently?
- A.
New York
- B.
London
- C.
Paris
- D.
New Delhi
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A. New YorkExplanation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a 50 kilowatt 'Gandhi Solar Park' at the UN headquarters. PM Modi and other leaders also released a commemorative postage stamp of Mahatma Gandhi, at the programme "Relevance of Mahatma Gandhi in the Contemporary World" at the UN headquarters. The event was hosted to celebrate the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, which will underline the continuing relevance of Gandhian thoughts and values in today's world.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who among the following is selected for 2019 Dada Sahab Phalke award?
- A.
Amitabh Bachchan
- B.
Rajkumar Hirani
- C.
Lata Mangeshkar
- D.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali
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A. Amitabh BachchanExplanation
Amitabh Bachchan has been named for the prestigious Dada Sahab Phalke award for his outstanding contribution to the film industry. It is the India's highest award in cinema, which is conferred by the Government of India (GoI) for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian Cinema. It consists of a Swarn Kamal and a cash prize of Rs 10 Lakh. In a career spanning five decades, Bachchan has given memorable performances film after film and is a four-time National Film Award winner.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which country will host the Exercise MALABAR 2019?
- A.
USA
- B.
India
- C.
Japan
- D.
Russia
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C. JapanExplanation
The Trilateral Maritime Exercise, MALABAR will be held between the navies of India, Japan and USA off the coast of Japan from September 26 to October 4, 2019. Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and ASW Corvette Kiltan will be participating in the exercise.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Payment technology company Visa appointed whom as its brand ambassador for two years?
- A.
Sania Mirza
- B.
Sakshi Malik
- C.
P. V. Sindhu
- D.
Mithali Raj
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C. P. V. SindhuExplanation
Payment technology company Visa announced that it has signed up world badminton champion Pusarla Venkata Sindhu (PV Sindhu) as its brand ambassador for two years. Besides promoting the brand through advertising campaigns, Sindhu has also become an athlete member of Team Visa for the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020Rate this question:
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- 7.
The sale and purchase of government securities and treasury bills by RBI or the central bank of the country is called___________.
- A.
Open Market Operation
- B.
Call Money Market
- C.
RBI Operation
- D.
Bills Operation
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A. Open Market OperationExplanation
The sale and purchase of government securities and treasury bills by RBI or the central bank of the country is called Open Market OperatioRate this question:
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- 8.
India and this country will hold their first tri-services exercise 'Tiger Triumph'.
- A.
China
- B.
United States
- C.
Russia
- D.
France
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B. United StatesExplanation
India and the United States are set to hold their first trilateral-service military exercise codenamed 'Tiger Triumph' at Visakhapatnam and Kakinada in November 2019. The exercise is being organized under the aegis of the headquarters of the Integrated Defence Staff (IDS).Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who won the best men's player at the Best Fifa Football Awards in Milan?
- A.
Cristiano Ronaldo
- B.
Lionel Messi
- C.
Eden Hazard
- D.
Paul Pogba
Correct Answer
B. Lionel MessiExplanation
The "Best Fifa Football Awards 2019" felicitated in Milan. Barcelona's Lionel Messi won the best men's player at the Best Fifa Football Awards in Milan. It is the 6th time Messi has been voted the world's best men's player after winning it in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2015. Best Women's Player Award: Megan Rapinoe.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which among the following series have recently won 'Outstanding Drama Series Award' in Emmys this year?
- A.
Sacred Games
- B.
Lust Stories
- C.
Ozark
- D.
Game of Thrones
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D. Game of ThronesExplanation
In 71st Emmy Awards held at LA, Game of Thrones has won Outstanding Drama Series Award. Apart from this, Peter Dinklage recieved Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series award for his role in Game of ThronesRate this question:
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- 11.
Which city hosted the Howdy Modi event?
- A.
Houston
- B.
Boston
- C.
Las Vegas
- D.
New York
Correct Answer
A. HoustonExplanation
PM Narendra Modi and the US President Donald Trump addressed the 'Howdy, Modi' event in Houston on September 23rd, 2019. Trump is the first US President to share the stage with Indian Prime Minister to address the Indian-American Community.Rate this question:
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- 12.
This government issued Pink tickets to women passengers for free travel in DTC and cluster buses
- A.
Maharashtra Government
- B.
Kerala Government
- C.
Delhi Government
- D.
Andra Pradesh Government
Correct Answer
C. Delhi GovernmentExplanation
Pink tickets will be issued to women passengers under the Delhi government's scheme for free travel in DTC and cluster buses which was approved by the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) board. The scheme has been approved till March 2020 and it will be rolled out on Bhai Dooj on October 29. Women travelling in DTC and cluster buses will be given pink tickets having a face value of ₹10 each. The government will then reimburse the transporter based on the number of such tickets issued.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What is the name of the campaign that Delhi's CM Arvind Kejriwal has launched against dengue to fight against it?
- A.
War Against Dengue
- B.
Dengue War
- C.
Champions
- D.
Warriors
Correct Answer
C. ChampionsExplanation
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal appealed to the people of Delhi to become "Champions" in the fight against the disease and nominate others on social media to post pictures of themselves checking their homes to eliminate breeding of mosquitoes.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Insurance sector in india is regulated by ?
- A.
DICGC
- B.
LIC
- C.
IRDA
- D.
RBI
Correct Answer
C. IRDAExplanation
The primary regulator for insurance in India is the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) which was established in 1999 under the government legislation called the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority Act, 1999.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Name the Indian boxer who won the silver medal at World Boxing Championships, Russia.
- A.
Vikas Krishan Yadav
- B.
Amit Panghal
- C.
Shiva Thapa
- D.
Gaurav Bidhuri
Correct Answer
B. Amit PanghalExplanation
Amit Panghal settled for the silver medal at World Boxing Championships after he lost to Uzbekistan's Shakhobidin Zoirov 3-2 in the 52kg category final. He became the first Indian male pugilist to win a silver in World Championships at Ekaterinburg in RussiaRate this question:
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- 16.
What is the currency of "BURUNDI"
- A.
Dollar
- B.
Burundian franc
- C.
Peso
- D.
Dinar
Correct Answer
B. Burundian francExplanation
BURUNDI the capital is Gitega, having moved from Bujumbura in February 2019Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which movie has been nominated for the 92nd Oscar Awards?
- A.
Padmaavat
- B.
Raazi
- C.
Gully Boy
- D.
Dhadak
Correct Answer
C. Gully BoyExplanation
The movie Gully Boy has been selected as India's official entry to the 92nd Oscar Awards. The ceremony has been scheduled to take place on 9 February 2020. Gully boy: The Zoya Akhtar directorial has drawn inspiration from the lives of Mumbai street rappers Vivian Fernandes aka Divine and Naved Shaikh aka Naezy. The story revolves around the underground rap movement in India. Gully Boy was starred by Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt along with Kalki Koechlin, Siddhant ChaturvediRate this question:
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- 18.
Who among the following has been named as next IAF chief?
- A.
JBS Kaushik
- B.
RKS Bhadauria
- C.
VK Pachauri
- D.
SS Narayan
Correct Answer
B. RKS BhadauriaExplanation
Air Marshall Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria has been named as next Indian Air Force chief by the Government of India. RKS Bhadauria has experience of flying 26 different types of fighter jets.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Who among the following has received the Best Director award in the 20th Edition of IIFA Awards 2019?
- A.
Anurag Kashyap
- B.
Priyadarshan
- C.
Sriram Raghavan
- D.
Aditya Chopra
Correct Answer
C. Sriram RaghavanExplanation
Sriram Raghavan has received the best director award for Andhadhun in the 20th Edition of IIFA Awards 2019.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Who was the author of Being Gandhi which is released recently to marks the 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi?
- A.
Ravish Kumar
- B.
Jerry Pinto
- C.
Ruskin Bond
- D.
Paro Anand
Correct Answer
D. Paro AnandExplanation
A new book titled "Being Gandhi" written by award-winning author Paro Anand released. It marks the 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The book, published by Harper Collins Children's Books, explores the life events of Gandhiji.Rate this question:
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