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  • Before Sleep i will give You some Questions. will provide answer tomorrow at 6 AM

    1. NASA's Fermi Mission is aimed at understanding
    1. Earth’s geological structure
    2. Role of exo-planets in providing a habitable space on earth
    3. Search for signs of new laws of physics and what composes themysterious Dark Matter
    Select the correct answer using the codes below.
    a) 1 only
    b) 2 and 3 only
    c) 3 only
    d) None of the above

    2.Consider the following about “spot markets” in India.
    1. They are electronic financial markets where on spot deals for “futures” in commodities are fixed.
    2. National Spot Exchange Limited (NSEL) is the only recognized spot market in India.
    3. They are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
    Select the correct answer using the codes below.
    a) 1 and 2 only
    b) 1 and 3 only
    c) 3 only
    d) 1, 2 and 3

    3. Consider the following about the Global Taxonomy Initiative (GTI).
    1. It is a non-governmental initiative run by the Conservation International and WorldWide Fund for Nature (WWF).
    2. It is the first ever global initiative on biodiversity conservation.
    Which of the above is/are correct?
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. None

    4. Consider the following about the Organization for Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
    1. All West Asian states, except Iran, hold the membership of OIC.
    2. India has been blocked by OIC on the “Kashmir Issue”.
    Which of the above is/are correct?
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. None

    5. Consider the following about the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
    1. It aims at establishing a global system to provide farmers, plant breeders and scientists with access to plant genetic materials.
    2. India is a contracting party to the treaty.
    3. It provides financial support to governments, civil society organizations and industries for developing new crop and livestock strains.
    Select the correct answer using the codes below.
    A. 1 and 2 only
    B. 2 and 3 only
    C. 3 only
    D. 2 only

    6. Consider the following about National Initiative on Climate
    Resilient Agriculture (NICRA).
    1. It is a joint project of World Bank and FAO in India.
    2. It aims to demonstrate site specific technologies on farmer’s
    fields for adapting to current climate risks.
    3. It works towards the capacity building of scientists in climate
    resilient agricultural research and its application.
    Select the correct answer using the codes below.
    a) 1 and 2 only
    b) 2 and 3 only
    c) 3 only
    d) 1, 2 and 3



  • ► Steel production Industries in India requires the import of which of the following?
    1. Coking Coal
    2. Rock Phosphate
    3. Salt petre
    A. 1 and 3 only
    B. 2 and 3 only
    C. 1 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    ► Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about the Google Lunar X Prize?
    1. It is an independent space competition sponsored by Google
    2. The challenge calls for only privately funded spaceflight teams to land a robotic spacecraft on the moon
    3. Presently, there is no Indian team competing for the competition
    A. 2 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    ► With reference to UN trust fund for victims of sexual exploitation, consider the following:
    1. It was established in 2016 under the aegis of UN department of field support
    2. Recently, India became the first country to make a contribution to the fund
    Choose the correct statement/statements:
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    ► Which of the below given statement(s) is/are correct about amnesty international?
    1. It is a non-governmental organisation focused on Human rights
    2. It works to mobilize public opinion and put pressure on government
    3. It conducts research and generates action to prevent the abuses of human rights
    A. 1 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    ► Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
    1. Currently, no genetically modified food crop is allowed to grow commercially in India
    2. BT Cotton is the only Genetically Modified crop allowed in India
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    ► Which of the following statement/statements is/are correct?
    1. Under wildlife Protection act, 1972 CBI has been empowered to apprehend and prosecute wildlife offenders
    2. National Biodiversity Act, 2002 has been enacted to ensure protection of threatened species and their habitats
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    ► HABITAT III conference of United Nations is related to?
    A. Wildlife Conservation
    B. Sustainable Urban Development
    C. Disaster management
    D. Agricultural growth


  • 3. With reference to the Ganges River Dolphin, consider the following statements:
    1 It uses its eye to locate itself.
    2 Because of the sound it produces when breathing, the animal is popularly referred to as the ‘Susu’.
    3 It is at the apex of the aquatic food chain, and its presence in adequate numbers symbolises greater biodiversity in the river system.

    Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

    a) 1 only
    b) 1 and 2 only
    c) 2 and 3 only
    d) None of the above
    4.Which of the following is correct about Permanent Residency Status (PRS) Scheme
    1. Under the Scheme, suitable provisions will be incorporated in the Visa Manual to provide for the grant of PRS to foreign investors.
    2. The PRS will be granted for a period of 15 years with multiple entry. This can be reviewed for another 10 years if the PRS holder has not come to adverse notice.
    3. PRS holders will be allowed to purchase one residential property for dwelling purpose.
    4. The scheme will be applicable only to foreign investors whose investment should result in generating employment to at least 20 resident Indians every financial year.

    a) 1, 3 and 4
    b) 1 , 2 and 3
    c) 1, 2 and 4
    d) All

    5.The mandate of the Madhukar Gupta committee, which recently submitted its report, was to

    a) Only study all types of gaps in fencing along the international border and to suggest comprehensive approach to fix these gaps in fencing.
    b) Study all types of gaps in fencing and all other vulnerabilities along the International Border.
    c) Study the feasibility of laser fencing for all gaps in fencing along the International Border.
    d) Study all types of gaps in fencing and all other vulnerabilities along the international border between India and Pakistan on the one hand and Bangladesh on the other.


    6.Which of the following is incorrect about Logistics Performance Index.

    1. The Logistics Performance Index Report is published by World Bank every two years.
    2. India has now been ranked 35 amongst 160 countries.
    3. Six-components of the LPI are Customs, Infrastructure, International Shipments, Logistics Quality and Competence, Tracking and Tracing, and Timeliness


    a) 1 only
    b) 1 and 2 only
    c) 2 and 3 only
    d) None of the above
    3c 4a 5b 6b

  • Before Sleep i will give You some Questions. will provide answer tomorrow at 6 AM

    1. NASA's Fermi Mission is aimed at understanding
    1. Earth’s geological structure
    2. Role of exo-planets in providing a habitable space on earth
    3. Search for signs of new laws of physics and what composes themysterious Dark Matter
    Select the correct answer using the codes below.
    a) 1 only
    b) 2 and 3 only
    c) 3 only
    d) None of the above

    2.Consider the following about “spot markets” in India.
    1. They are electronic financial markets where on spot deals for “futures” in commodities are fixed.
    2. National Spot Exchange Limited (NSEL) is the only recognized spot market in India.
    3. They are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
    Select the correct answer using the codes below.
    a) 1 and 2 only
    b) 1 and 3 only
    c) 3 only
    d) 1, 2 and 3

    3. Consider the following about the Global Taxonomy Initiative (GTI).
    1. It is a non-governmental initiative run by the Conservation International and WorldWide Fund for Nature (WWF).
    2. It is the first ever global initiative on biodiversity conservation.
    Which of the above is/are correct?
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. None

    4. Consider the following about the Organization for Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
    1. All West Asian states, except Iran, hold the membership of OIC.
    2. India has been blocked by OIC on the “Kashmir Issue”.
    Which of the above is/are correct?
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. None

    5. Consider the following about the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
    1. It aims at establishing a global system to provide farmers, plant breeders and scientists with access to plant genetic materials.
    2. India is a contracting party to the treaty.
    3. It provides financial support to governments, civil society organizations and industries for developing new crop and livestock strains.
    Select the correct answer using the codes below.
    A. 1 and 2 only
    B. 2 and 3 only
    C. 3 only
    D. 2 only

    6. Consider the following about National Initiative on Climate
    Resilient Agriculture (NICRA).
    1. It is a joint project of World Bank and FAO in India.
    2. It aims to demonstrate site specific technologies on farmer’s
    fields for adapting to current climate risks.
    3. It works towards the capacity building of scientists in climate
    resilient agricultural research and its application.
    Select the correct answer using the codes below.
    a) 1 and 2 only
    b) 2 and 3 only
    c) 3 only
    d) 1, 2 and 3

    Good Night @all
  • 1st September Current Affairs Questions

    1.Which of the following is correct about " Project Development Fund (PDF)"
    1. It shall be housed in Department of Commerce and operated through the EXIM Bank.
    2. Project Development Fund (PDF) for catalysing Indian economic presence in the Cambodia, Laos Myanmar and Vietnam.
    3. The key advantage of the fund is positioning India on the regional value chains is securing on a long term basis, a dedicated market for Indian raw materials and intermediate goods besides a dedicated source for inputs and raw materials for Indian industry.

    Which is correct
    A) 1 and 2
    B) 2 and 3
    C) 1 and 3
    D) All
    2. Two Indians are among the winners of the Ramon Magsaysay Awards 2016. For what services of theirs have they been bestowed with this prestigious award?

    1 Anti-corruption efforts
    2 Efforts to eradicate manual scavenging
    3 Using Carnatic music to break the barriers of caste and class
    4 Championing the rights of tribal people through written works and legal battles

    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    a) 1 and 3
    b) 1 and 4
    c) 2 and 3
    d) 2 and 4
  • 3. With reference to the Ganges River Dolphin, consider the following statements:
    1 It uses its eye to locate itself.
    2 Because of the sound it produces when breathing, the animal is popularly referred to as the ‘Susu’.
    3 It is at the apex of the aquatic food chain, and its presence in adequate numbers symbolises greater biodiversity in the river system.

    Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

    a) 1 only
    b) 1 and 2 only
    c) 2 and 3 only
    d) None of the above
    4.Which of the following is correct about Permanent Residency Status (PRS) Scheme
    1. Under the Scheme, suitable provisions will be incorporated in the Visa Manual to provide for the grant of PRS to foreign investors.
    2. The PRS will be granted for a period of 15 years with multiple entry. This can be reviewed for another 10 years if the PRS holder has not come to adverse notice.
    3. PRS holders will be allowed to purchase one residential property for dwelling purpose.
    4. The scheme will be applicable only to foreign investors whose investment should result in generating employment to at least 20 resident Indians every financial year.

    a) 1, 3 and 4
    b) 1 , 2 and 3
    c) 1, 2 and 4
    d) All

    5.The mandate of the Madhukar Gupta committee, which recently submitted its report, was to

    a) Only study all types of gaps in fencing along the international border and to suggest comprehensive approach to fix these gaps in fencing.
    b) Study all types of gaps in fencing and all other vulnerabilities along the International Border.
    c) Study the feasibility of laser fencing for all gaps in fencing along the International Border.
    d) Study all types of gaps in fencing and all other vulnerabilities along the international border between India and Pakistan on the one hand and Bangladesh on the other.


    6.Which of the following is incorrect about Logistics Performance Index.

    1. The Logistics Performance Index Report is published by World Bank every two years.
    2. India has now been ranked 35 amongst 160 countries.
    3. Six-components of the LPI are Customs, Infrastructure, International Shipments, Logistics Quality and Competence, Tracking and Tracing, and Timeliness


    a) 1 only
    b) 1 and 2 only
    c) 2 and 3 only
    d) None of the above
  • ► Steel production Industries in India requires the import of which of the following?
    1. Coking Coal
    2. Rock Phosphate
    3. Salt petre
    A. 1 and 3 only
    B. 2 and 3 only
    C. 1 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    C

    ► Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about the Google Lunar X Prize?
    1. It is an independent space competition sponsored by Google
    2. The challenge calls for only privately funded spaceflight teams to land a robotic spacecraft on the moon
    3. Presently, there is no Indian team competing for the competition
    A. 2 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    A

    ► With reference to UN trust fund for victims of sexual exploitation, consider the following:
    1. It was established in 2016 under the aegis of UN department of field support
    2. Recently, India became the first country to make a contribution to the fund
    Choose the correct statement/statements:
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    ► Which of the below given statement(s) is/are correct about amnesty international?
    1. It is a non-governmental organisation focused on Human rights
    2. It works to mobilize public opinion and put pressure on government
    3. It conducts research and generates action to prevent the abuses of human rights
    A. 1 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    D

    ► Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
    1. Currently, no genetically modified food crop is allowed to grow commercially in India
    2. BT Cotton is the only Genetically Modified crop allowed in India
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    C

    ► Which of the following statement/statements is/are correct?
    1. Under wildlife Protection act, 1972 CBI has been empowered to apprehend and prosecute wildlife offenders
    2. National Biodiversity Act, 2002 has been enacted to ensure protection of threatened species and their habitats
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    D?

    ► HABITAT III conference of United Nations is related to?
    A. Wildlife Conservation
    B. Sustainable Urban Development
    C. Disaster management
    D. Agricultural growth

    B

  • ► Steel production Industries in India requires the import of which of the following?
    1. Coking Coal
    2. Rock Phosphate
    3. Salt petre
    A. 1 and 3 only
    B. 2 and 3 only
    C. 1 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    ► Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about the Google Lunar X Prize?
    1. It is an independent space competition sponsored by Google
    2. The challenge calls for only privately funded spaceflight teams to land a robotic spacecraft on the moon
    3. Presently, there is no Indian team competing for the competition
    A. 2 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    skip... :p :p

    ► With reference to UN trust fund for victims of sexual exploitation, consider the following:
    1. It was established in 2016 under the aegis of UN department of field support
    2. Recently, India became the first country to make a contribution to the fund
    Choose the correct statement/statements:
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    ► Which of the below given statement(s) is/are correct about amnesty international?
    1. It is a non-governmental organisation focused on Human rights
    2. It works to mobilize public opinion and put pressure on government
    3. It conducts research and generates action to prevent the abuses of human rights
    A. 1 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    ► Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
    1. Currently, no genetically modified food crop is allowed to grow commercially in India
    2. BT Cotton is the only Genetically Modified crop allowed in India
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    confusion here: cotton seed oil is used in cooking: will it be considered food crop or GM mustard will be the first if GM is allowed in it?? still if it comes in exam, I'll go with 2 only..

    ► Which of the following statement/statements is/are correct?
    1. Under wildlife Protection act, 1972 CBI has been empowered to apprehend and prosecute wildlife offenders
    2. National Biodiversity Act, 2002 has been enacted to ensure protection of threatened species and their habitats
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    padha hua sa hai par not recallable... :s NBA to overall biodiversity ki protection ke liye hai,,not just threatened ones i guess..

    ► HABITAT III conference of United Nations is related to?
    A. Wildlife Conservation
    B. Sustainable Urban Development
    C. Disaster management
    D. Agricultural growth


  • edited September 2016

    ► Steel production Industries in India requires the import of which of the following?
    1. Coking Coal
    2. Rock Phosphate
    3. Saltpetre
    A. 1 and 3 only
    B. 2 and 3 only
    C. 1 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    Previously asked question in 2015

    http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/kirit-s-parikh-on-coal-sector-realising-energy-sector-targets/article9072609.ece

    ► Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about the Google Lunar X Prize?
    1. It is an independent space competition sponsored by Google
    2. The challenge calls for only privately funded spaceflight teams to land a robotic spacecraft on the moon
    3. Presently, there is no Indian team competing for the competition
    A. 2 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    http://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/young-grads-aim-to-land-a-robot-on-the-moon/article9043063.ece

    ► With reference to UN trust fund for victims of sexual exploitation, consider the following:
    1. It was established in 2016 under the aegis of UN department of field support
    2. Recently, India became the first country to make a contribution to the fund
    Choose the correct statement/statements:
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    http://currentaffairs.gktoday.in/india-contribution-trust-fund-victims-sexual-exploitation-07201634672.html

    ► Which of the below given statement(s) is/are correct about amnesty international?
    1. It is a non-governmental organisation focused on Human rights
    2. It works to mobilize public opinion and put pressure on government
    3. It conducts research and generates action to prevent the abuses of human rights
    A. 1 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3

    ► Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
    1. Currently, no genetically modified food crop is allowed to grow commercially in India
    2. BT Cotton is the only Genetically Modified crop allowed in India
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2
    http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/GM-mustard-gets-all-clear-in-watchdog-panels-study/articleshow/54022927.cms
    ► Which of the following statement/statements is/are correct?
    1. Under wildlife Protection act, 1972 CBI has been empowered to apprehend and prosecute wildlife offenders
    2. National Biodiversity Act, 2002 has been enacted to ensure protection of threatened species and their habitats
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2

    http://pib.nic.in/newsite/mbErel.aspx?relid=148581

    ► HABITAT III conference of United Nations is related to?
    A. Wildlife Conservation
    B. Sustainable Urban Development
    C. Disaster management
    D. Agricultural growth

    http://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-news-india/habitat-iii-and-draft-new-urban-agenda-right-to-city-3010794/

  • ► Which of the following is/are the feature(s) of an Economic Union?
    1. Freedom of movement of goods and services
    2. Common External trade policy
    3. Single currency
    A. 2 only
    B. 1 and 2 only
    C. 1 and 3 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3
    ► Which state in India celebrates Nuakhai Juhar, an agricultural festival?
    A. Kerala
    B. Odisha
    C. Karnataka
    D. Maharashtra
    ► Which of the following is/are the objectives of the Sagarmala Project?
    1. Port modernization
    2. Port led Industrial development
    3. Coastal community development
    A. 1 only
    B. 1 and 2 only
    C. 2 and 3 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3
    ► Which of the following provisions of our constitution have a bearing on environmental protection?
    1. Fundamental Rights
    2. Fundamental Duties
    3. Directive principles of state policy
    A. 2 only
    B. 1 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3
    ► Which of the following is/are correct about the Animal Welfare Board of India?
    1. It was established under the wildlife protection act
    2. Prime Minister is the chairman of the board
    A. 1 only
    B. 2 only
    C. Both 1 and 2
    D. Neither 1 nor 2
    ► According to the Article 239-AA of the constitution, National Capital Territory of Delhi does not have powers regarding which of the below given item(s) of the state list?
    1. Land
    2. Police
    3. Public Order
    A. 2 only
    B. 2 and 3 only
    C. 1 and 2 only
    D. 1, 2 and 3
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