41. The train named ‘Vasuki’, that is seen in news recently, is associated with railway zone?
[A] Southern Railway
[B] Konkan Railway
[C] South East Central Railway
[D] Northern Railway
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Correct Answer: C [South East Central Railway]
Notes:
The freight train named ‘Vasuki’ operated by South East Central Railway has created a new record for longest ever freight train. This train has been formed by amalgamation five rakes of goods trains as a single unit of around 3.5 km.
The train has covered a total distance of 224 km between Bhilai and Korba.
42. The ‘Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons’ was approved by the United Nations General Assembly in which year?
[A] 2000
[B] 2003
[C] 2012
[D] 2017
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Correct Answer: D [2017]
Notes:
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons was approved by the United Nations General Assembly in 2017.
Recently, this first treaty came into force and in response, India announced that it does not support the treaty. None of the nine countries said to possess nuclear weapons and the NATO alliance supported the treaty.
43. Which Union Ministry has launched an e-magazine named ‘Shauryawaan’?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Defence
[C] Ministry of Tribal Affairs
[D] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Defence]
Notes:
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has launched a revamped website, which provides information about gallantry awards in India and their recipients.
The portal has all the important information, which will be available throughout the day. The Minister also launched an e-magazine named ‘Shauryawaan’ and a gallantry award quiz competition.
44. Which Union Ministry organises the ‘Bharat Parv’ event every year on the occasion of Republic Day Celebrations?
[A] Ministry of Defence
[B] Ministry of Tourism
[C] Ministry of Home Affairs
[D] Ministry of Women and Child Development
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Tourism]
Notes:
Union Ministry of Tourism organises ‘Bharat Parv’ every year, on the occasion of Republic Day Celebrations from 26th to 31st of January.
Since 2016, the event has been conducted near the Red Fort, New Delhi. The event aims to showcase the rich cultural diversity of the country. States and UTs will display their tourism destinations, cuisine, handicraft and unique features.
45. A new School of Public Health (SPH) has been launched in which Indian state/UT?
[A] Punjab
[B] Bihar
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Uttarakhand
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Correct Answer: C [Rajasthan]
Notes:
A new School of Public Health (SPH) has been launched in the state of Rajasthan, to aid in healthcare management in the post-COVID-19 situation.
The school will provide technical support to health systems and help the State government in adopting new technologies. It will work on technology and surveillance mechanisms to help the policy makers.
46. Which Indian city recently unveiled a first-of-its kind Young Readers’ Boat Library?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Kolkata
[C] Ahmedabad
[D] Cochin
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Correct Answer: B [Kolkata]
Notes:
The West Bengal Transport Corporation in association with a heritage book store has launched a Young Readers’ Boat Library.
Under the initiative, children can choose from a selection of 500 titles in English and Bengali on cruising on the waters of Hooghly river on a three-hour-long trip.
47. “Global Climate Litigation Report: 2020” has been released by which organisation?
[A] UNEP
[B] UNESCO
[C] World Bank
[D] UNFCCC
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Correct Answer: A [UNEP]
Notes:
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has recently released a report titled – Global Climate Litigation Report: 2020 – Status Review. The report provides an overview of climate change litigation and its trends globally.
As per the report, the number of climate litigation cases around the world has almost doubled in the last three years.
48. Rafael fighter jets are manufactured in which country?
[A] USA
[B] France
[C] Germany
[D] India
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Correct Answer: B [France]
Notes:
The third consignment comprising of three number of France manufactured Rafale fighter jets have arrived at India recently. They would be soon inducted officially into the Indian Air Force. This would move up the Rafael’s fleet to 11 aircrafts in the Indian Air Force.
In September 2016, India had signed an agreement with France for purchase of 36 Rafael fighter jets at a cost of Rs.59,000 crores.
49. “Davos Dialogue” that is seen in news recently pertains to which organisation?
[A] World Bank
[B] World Economic Forum
[C] United Nations
[D] World Health Organisation
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Correct Answer: B [World Economic Forum]
Notes:
The Davos Dialogue of the World Economic Forum (WEF) which generally takes place at Davos of Switzerland, was conducted this year in an “all virtual” format.
During the virtual meet, Indian Prime MinisterNarendra Modi appreciated India’s efforts to fight against the COVID pandemic. Also, he shared India’s efforts and endeavours in four pillars of Industry 4.0.
50. In which country is Mount Merapi located?
[A] China
[B] Japan
[C] Seychelles
[D] Indonesia
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Correct Answer: D [Indonesia]
Notes:
The Mount Merapi is located in Indonesia. It is an active volcano which is located in the border between Central Java and Yogyakarta. This is the most active volcano of the country and has been erupting at frequent intervals since 1500s. This volcano has erupted again recently.
Indonesia is located on the “Ring of Fire” and hence has the most number of active volcanoes in the world.