11. Fisdom has partnered with which bank to provide wealth management products and services to the bank’s customers?
[A] Canara Bank
[B] Bank of Maharashtra
[C] Dena Bank
[D] UCO Bank
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Correct Answer: B [Bank of Maharashtra]
Notes:
Fisdom has partnered with the Bank of Maharashtra in this partnership both the entities aim to offer wealth management products and services to the bank’s customers. Fisdom is a wealth tech company.
12. Every year, on what date is World NGO Day observed in a several of countries around the world?
[A] 25th February
[B] 20th February
[C] 27th February
[D] 28th February
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Correct Answer: C [27th February]
Notes:
World NGO Day is celebrated every year on 27th February in several countries across the world. Non-Governmental Organizations or NGOs work in the upliftment of society. It is an international day to recognize, celebrate and honor non-government and non-profit organizations and also those who contribute their time and efforts in making society a better place to live in.
13. Which bank recently paid Rs 19.99 crore for a 9.49 percent stake in Verve Financial Services?
[A] ICIC Bank
[B] Punjab National Bank
[C] Punjab and Sind Bank
[D] State Bank of India
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Correct Answer: A [ICIC Bank ]
Notes:
Private lender ICICI Bank said it has acquired 9.49% stake in Verve Financial Services Pvt Ltd. for nearly ?20 crore .
14. What is India’s position in the Dealroom. co-investment statistics for global venture capital investment center for digital commerce startups, according to the London & Partners analysis?
[A] 3rd
[B] 2nd
[C] 5th
[D] 4th
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Correct Answer: B [2nd]
Notes:
As per the London & Partners analysis of Dealroom. co-investment data, India is the second-largest global venture capital investment hub for digital shopping companies. This sector of India has increased by 175% i.e. USD 8 billion in 2020 to USD 22 billion in 2021. The list is topped by the United States. In India, Bengaluru has topped among the cities with USD 14 billion worth of venture capital investment in digital shopping for 2021. As per the report, the demand for online shopping has increased during a series of lockdowns in the world due to the spread of pandemics. India and the UK are two of the world’s leading hubs for digital shopping companies and have the highest global investment and unicorns.
15. Which bank has introduced the Unnati- Contactless co-branded credit card in collaboration with CreditAI Fintech Pvt Ltd?
[A] Indian Bank
[B] Canara Bank
[C] Bank of Baroda Financial Solutions Limited
[D] PNB MetLife India Insurance
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Correct Answer: C [Bank of Baroda Financial Solutions Limited]
Notes:
The Unnati-contactless co-branded credit card was launched by Bank of Baroda Financial Solutions Limited in partnership with CreditAI Fintech Pvt Ltd. It is launched on a visa network, especially for farmers.
16. SUJLAM 2.0 A campaign was started to improve the administration of?
[A] Groundwater
[B] River bodies
[C] Rain-water
[D] Greywater
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Correct Answer: A [Groundwater]
Notes:
Under the aegis of the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal shakti. Launched by Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Jal Shakti. Greywater is described as gently used wastewater that comes from sources such as a bathroom, kitchen, laundry, etc.
17. Who recently created the Broadcast Seva Portal to make it easier for broadcasters to do business?
[A] PM Narendra Modi
[B] Anurag Thakur
[C] Dr. Jitendra Singh
[D] Ashwini Vaishnaw
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Correct Answer: B [Anurag Thakur]
Notes:
Union Minister Anurag Thakur launched Broadcast Seva Portal in New Delhi. This portal will bring Transparency, accountability, and Responsiveness to the broadcasting ecosystem and hence improve “Ease of doing business”. It will provide end-to-end solutions to Satellite TV channels, Teleport operators, Multi-service operators, Community Radio Stations (CRS), Private FM Channels, and others. It will enable speedy filing and processing of applications of broadcasters for various kinds of licenses, permissions, registrations, etc.
18. The Monetary Policy Committee has announced how much additional liquidity will be managed at the beginning of this year?
[A] INR 6.5 lakh crore
[B] INR 8.5 lakh crore
[C] INR 7.5 lakh crore
[D] INR 5 lakh crore
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Correct Answer: B [INR 8.5 lakh crore]
Notes:
RBI will manage excess liquidity of INR8.5lakh crore from the system from the beginning of this year.
19. What is the IMF’s forecast for India’s GDP growth in fiscal year 2023?
[A] 8%
[B] 8.2%
[C] 7.5%
[D] 7.8%
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Correct Answer: B [8.2%]
Notes:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reduced India’s GDP forecast amid rising fuel prices to 8.2 % for the financial year 2023. Banking on private consumption expenditure, the IMF, in its World Economic Outlook has reduced India’s GDP growth by 0.8% from 9 to 8.2%. The IMF suggests India take up capital expenditure as the way forward. India’s capital expenditure for the year has been announced to the tune of 6 Lakh crore under the National Infrastructure Fund.
20. Who was elected to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Board of Directors in New York, New York, United States of America?
[A] Shersingh B Khyalia
[B] KS Mani
[C] Arvind Krishna
[D] Dileep Sanghani
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Correct Answer: C [Arvind Krishna]
Notes:
IBM Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Arvind Krishna has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. He will fill the vacancy in the office for the remaining portion of a three-year term ending December 31, 2023.
