Current Affairs Quiz - February, 2020
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31. The National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) is to be set up in which Indian state?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Gujarat
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: B [Gujarat]
Notes:
India and Portugal recently signed an MoU to develop a world-class National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal in Gujarat. The MoU has been signed in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Portugal President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, during his visit to India.
The complex would showcase rich Indian artefacts and create awareness among the public about the rich heritage of the country. The two countries also signed as many as 14 agreements in several fields including maritime transport and ports.
32. As per the recent ‘Military Balance’ report, the defence modernisation of which country led to higher military spending by the US?
[A] Russia
[B] China
[C] Japan
[D] India
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Correct Answer: B [China]
Notes:
London-based research institute, the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) recently released its annual “Military Balance” report. It stated that Global spending on defence increased by four percent in 2019 and it is the largest growth in 10 years.
The increase is led by huge increases from the US and China. It also revealed that the defence modernisation of China led to higher defence spending by the US. Both China and the US increased their spending by 6.6 per cent, as per the report.
33. Udyani Mane, who was in news recently, is an Indian player of which sports?
[A] Tennis
[B] Wrestling
[C] Golf
[D] Badminton
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Correct Answer: C [Golf]
Notes:
Udayan Mane was recently seen in news, as the Pune-based Golfer recently won the TATA Steel PGTI Players Championship. He defeated his fellow player Veer Ahlawat of Gurugram.
Udayan Mane has also clinched the last two PGTI events including the TATA Steel Tour Championship 2019 and Golconda Masters 2020. He became only the second player to win three consecutive events of the TATA Steel PGTI.
34. Which city was host to the India-Bangladesh SAMPRITI-IX joint military exercise?
[A] Umroi
[B] Kolkata
[C] Vishakhapatnam
[D] Kochi
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Correct Answer: A [Umroi]
Notes:
The 9th edition of the Joint exercise between the armies of India and Bangladesh, SAMPRITI recently concluded at Umroi, Meghalaya. The two-week exercise was held from February 3 to 16, 2020.
The personnel of the two countries shared their experiences on counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism operations and disaster management techniques. The exercise helped to strengthen ties between India and Bangladesh, and mutual operability between the armies.
35. What is the theme of Telangana’s biotechnology and life sciences forum ‘BioAsia 2020’?
[A] Life Science for All
[B] Today For Tomorrow
[C] Instrumental Life Sciences
[D] Better Bio-tech
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Correct Answer: B [Today For Tomorrow]
Notes:
The 17th edition of Asia’s largest biotechnology and life sciences forum, ‘BioAsia 2020’ recently commenced in the city of Hyderabad, Telangana.
The three-day event began with the theme of ‘Today for Tomorrow’. More than 2000 delegates from as many as 37 countries. A massive exhibition with 175 exhibitors and experts is also set to be organised. Switzerland, which is the partner country of this year’s conference, has sent its 40-member to participate in the event.
36. Which organisation has recently initiated the process of capturing district-wise data on origin of export goods?
[A] Export and Import Bank of India
[B] Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs
[C] NITI Aayog
[D] Export Promotion Council
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Correct Answer: B [Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs]
Notes:
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has recently started to capture district-wise data on origin of export goods.
This proposed export information will provide a comprehensive statistical input about the importance of each district, to policymakers. Hence the policies could be aligned with better knowledge of districts and thereby enhancing the local potential.
37. Which country is set to host the men’s edition of the junior hockey World Cup 2021?
[A] India
[B] Argentina
[C] France
[D] Brazil
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Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
International Hockey Federation (FIH) recently announced that India will host the men’s edition of the junior hockey World Cup 2021.
The women’s junior World Cup event will be held in Potchefstroom in South Africa. This is the first time the African continent is organising the apex sports event. The Continental qualifier matches are scheduled throughout this year and the World cup would be held at the end of 2021.
38. Chief Minister Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (CMAPS) and the Yuva Udyamita Vikas Abhiyan (YUVA) are the schemes of which state government?
[A] Odisha
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Punjab
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Correct Answer: C [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday announced two new schemes during its budget presentation. Under the proposed ‘Chief Minister Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (CMAPS)’, youth of the state in MSME units are to given on-job training and employment. A stipend is also to be provided.
Yuva Udyamita Vikas Abhiyan (YUVA) hubs are to be set up, to train two lakh youths under various training programmes of the UP Skill Development Mission. A provision of Rs.100 Cr and Rs.50 Cr are allocated for the schemes respectively.
39. Which Supranational union has recently proposed a “framework for trustworthy artificial intelligence”?
[A] Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
[B] European Union
[C] Arab League
[D] Gulf Cooperation Council
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Correct Answer: B [European Union]
Notes:
The EU is pursuing a digital strategy and develop a “framework for trustworthy artificial intelligence”, focusing on three key objectives: (1) Technology that works for people; (2) A fair and competitive economy; and (3) An open, democratic and sustainable society.
40. Leo Varadkar, who recently tendered his resignation, was the Prime Minister of which country?
[A] France
[B] Ireland
[C] The Netherlands
[D] Greece
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Correct Answer: B [Ireland]
Notes:
The Prime Minister of Ireland Leo Varadkar recently tendered his resignation as Taoiseach, which means Prime minister in the country.
Though he submitted his resignation to the Irish President Michael Higgins, he continued to stay on as interim leader. As per the country’s constitution, the Taoiseach and the government will continue to carry on their duties until successors are appointed.
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