11. The recently launched SATYAM programme aims to strengthen research in the areas of which field?
[A] Arbitration and Conciliation
[B] Non communicable diseases
[C] Yoga and Meditation
[D] Research in Indology
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Correct Answer: C [Yoga and Meditation]
Notes:
The ministry of science and technology has launched a new programme called SATYAM-Science and Technology of Yoga and Meditation. The programme aims to strengthen research in the areas of Yoga and Meditation. An objective of SATYAM is to harness knowledge obtained in academic institutions and other related agencies for finding science and technology led solutions that would enable us to cope with stress and strain associated with fast changing social, economic, environmental and professional circumstances.
12. Which of the following lakes has been tagged as a “Biodiversity Heritage Site” under the Biological Diversity Act 2002, thereby making it the first water body in the country to get such status?
[A] Pampa Sarovar
[B] Ameenpur Lake
[C] Sukhna Lake
[D] Kolleru Lake
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Correct Answer: B [Ameenpur Lake]
Notes:
“Biodiversity Heritage Sites” (BHS) are areas that are ecologically fragile ecosystems. It may be terrestrial, coastal or even inland waters. Its components include: richness of wild as well as domesticated species or intra-specific categories, high endemism, presence of rare and threatened species, keystone species, species of evolutionary significance, wild ancestors of domestic/cultivated species or their varieties, past pre-eminence of biological components represented by fossil beds and having significant cultural, ethical or aesthetic values and are important for the maintenance of cultural diversity, with or without a long history of human association with them. In 2016, the Ameenpur Lake, one of the few urban freshwater bodies left out in Telangana was given the status of Biodiversity Heritage Site. This lake once served as irrigation tank as part of a chain of tanks, but later got disconnected from the rest. Nowadays, it is the visited by bird watchers as a variety of avian species including migratory and resident bird species can be easily spotted here.
13. Where were the 2018 UCI Para-Cycling World Championships held?
[A] Brazil
[B] United States
[C] Mexico
[D] Italy
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Correct Answer: A [Brazil ]
Notes:
The 2018 UCI Para-Cycling World Championships were held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A total of 28 nations took part in the same.
14. Which Indian player has played for most number of years in the Fed Cup?
[A] Nirupama Sanjeev
[B] Sania Mirza
[C] Manisha Malhotra
[D] Ankita Raina
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Correct Answer: B [Sania Mirza ]
Notes:
Sania Mirza is an Indian Professional tennis player and a former World No. 1 in doubles discipline. She has won 6 Grand Slam titles. She was ranked India’s No. 1 player by WTA till her retirement in 2013. She has played Fed Cup for 10 years. Who among the following is not a member of the India 2018 Fed Cup Squad?
15. Where is the headquarters of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)?
[A] Geneva
[B] Montreal
[C] Paris
[D] New York
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Correct Answer: B [Montreal]
Notes:
India has recently approached the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) after Pakistan denied Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s special flight the use of its airspace. This is the 3rd time in recent weeks that Islamabad has refused to allow Indian leaders to use its airspace after turning down last month requests by President Ram Nath Kovind and Mr. Modi. According to official sources, such overflight clearances for VVIP special flights were granted routinely by “any normal country” as per prescribed ICAO guidelines. ICAO’s headquarters is located in the Quartier International of Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
16. Taro Chatung, who passed away recently, was the veteran journalist of which state?
[A] Manipur
[B] Nagaland
[C] Mizoram
[D] Arunachal Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Arunachal Pradesh]
Notes:
Taro Chatung (57), the veteran journalist of Arunachal Pradesh, has passed away in Itanagar on 26th October 2019. He was one of the first persons in the state to direct and produce a full-length feature film in Hindi as it is spoken in the state. With his “News & Views” programme breaking all records of viewership, Chatung is often referred to as the “Father of the electronic media” in the state.
17. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists:
Codes:
[A] I-A, II-B, III-C, IV-D
[B] I-A, II-B, III-D, IV-E
[C] I-B, II-A, III-C, IV-E
[D] I-B, II-A, III-D, IV-C
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Correct Answer: A [I-A, II-B, III-C, IV-D]
Notes:
• Article 54 provides for the President’s election. The President shall be elected by the members of an electoral college consisting of:
(a) the elected members of both Houses of Parliament; and
(b) the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of the States.
• Article 75(1): The Prime Minister shall be appointed by the President and the other Ministers shall be appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister.
• Article 75(2): The Ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the President.
• Article 155: Appointment of Governor
• The Governor of a State shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal.
• Article 164(1) The governor must appoint a Chief Minister and discharge his constitutional responsibility.
• Article 164(2) says that the “Council of Ministers” (so constituted with the Chief Minister at the head and other Ministers as members) shall be “collectively” responsible to the Legislative Assembly.
18. Match List-I (Beaches in India) with List-II (States) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists:
[A] 5 4 2 1
[B] 3 1 5 4
[C] 5 1 2 4
[D] 3 4 5 1
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Correct Answer: B [3 1 5 4]
Notes:
Beach in India States
A. Gopinath Beach Gujarat
B. Lawsons Bay Beach Andhra Pradesh
C. Devbagh Beach Karnataka
D. Sinquerim Beach Goa
19. Where is Bundala Biosphere Reserve which has been recently added to the UNESCO’s Man and Biosphere (MAB) network, located?
[A] Russia
[B] India
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: C [Sri Lanka]
Notes:
The Bundala Biosphere Reserve is located on the southeast Coast of Sri Lanka. The core area of Bundala Biosphere is national park and includes brackish water lagoon is added to UNESCO’s man and Biosphere.
20. India secured which rank in the 2019 IMD World Talent Ranking?
[A] 50
[B] 42
[C] 52
[D] 59
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Correct Answer: D [59]
Notes:
India has slipped 6 places to 59th rank on a global annual list of 63 countries, due to low quality of life and expenditure on education, according to the latest edition of IMD World Talent Ranking, which was topped by Switzerland. The ranking, which is based on the performance in three main categories — investment and development, appeal and readiness, noted that India is also lagging behind fellow BRICs countries – China ranked 42nd on the list, Russia (47th) and South Africa (50th).
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