31. ‘Child Tax Credit programme’, is a flagship programme being implemented in which country?
[A] USA
[B] Russia
[C] China
[D] Japan
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Correct Answer: A [USA]
Notes:
The United States Government has started providing monthly pay-outs, as part of an expanded income-support programme.
Under the Child Tax Credit programme, that is further broadened under recent COVID-19 stimulus, eligible families collect an initial monthly payment of up to $300 for each child under six years old and up to $250 for each older child.
32. Which country launched an online hub for the victims of ransomware attacks?
[A] China
[B] USA
[C] Russia
[D] Australia
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Correct Answer: B [USA]
Notes:
The U.S. government has recently unveiled an online hub for the victims of ransomware attacks, www.StopRansomware.gov.
This will help the companies and municipalities to find resources and get assistance if they are targeted by cyber hackers. The government also announced it will pay a reward up to $10 million to the person who can provide useful tips to track down cyber criminals who are backed or directed by foreign governments.
33. What is the name of the online discovery platform for the most promising start-ups of the country?
[A] Start-up India Showcase
[B] Startup India Discovery
[C] Start-up India Finder
[D] Start-up India Lens
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Correct Answer: A [Start-up India Showcase]
Notes:
Startup India Showcase is an online discovery platform for the most promising startups of the country.
As per a recent data from the Union Commerce Ministry, as many as 104 startups from different sectors have been registered on the Startup India Showcase platform. In the platform, the promising start-ups, chosen through various programmes, are exhibited in the form of virtual profiles.
34. Which country has invited India for the first time to the Troika Plus meet on Afghanistan?
[A] Russia
[B] USA
[C] China
[D] Pakistan
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Correct Answer: A [Russia]
Notes:
Russia has invited India for the first time to the Russia-US-China Troika Plus meet on Afghanistan. The meeting aims to discuss the role of Taliban and the future of the landlocked country, among other issues.
As per media reports, Iran has also been invited for the meeting. Pakistan and representatives from Afghanistan are also expected to take part in the meeting.
35. What is the range of inland waterways, that are operational in India?
[A] 1000 km
[B] 2000 km
[C] 4000 km
[D] 6000 km
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Correct Answer: C [4000 km]
Notes:
Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal introduced the Inland Vessels Bill, 2021 in the Lok Sabha.
It seeks to provide safety of navigation, protection of life and cargo and prevention of pollution that may be caused. It also seeks to bring in transparency in administration of inland water transportation, strengthen procedures governing inland vessels. inland waterways of 4000 km are operational in India.
36. The AERAI (Amendment) Bill 2021 increased the threshold of annual passenger traffic in a major airport to?
[A] 20 lakh
[B] 25 lakh
[C] 35 lakh
[D] 50 lakh
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Correct Answer: C [35 lakh]
Notes:
A Parliamentary Standing Committee has approved the The Airports Economic Regulatory Authority of India (Amendment) Bill, 2021, without any changes.
The Bill amends the term ‘major airport’ to include group of airports. It also increased the threshold of annual passenger traffic in a major airport to 35 lakh. Previously, an airport with annual traffic more than 15 lakh were called as major airports. AERA will regulate tariff and other charges for aeronautical services for major airports and also a group of airports.
37. ARMEX-21, is a Skiing Expedition conducted by which country?
[A] India
[B] China
[C] Japan
[D] Nepal
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Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
Indian Army Skiing Expedition, ARMEX-21, was recently flagged in by the Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The expedition was conducted in the mountain ranges of the Himalayas with an aim to promote adventure activities in the country.
It commenced at the Karakoram Pass in Ladakh on 10th March and ended on 6th of July at Malari in Uttarakhand. The team covered 1,660 kms in 119 days and travelled through several passes of 5,000-6,500m, glaciers, valleys and rivers.
38. Mirabai Chanu has registered India’s first medal at the Tokyo Olympics in which sporting event?
[A] Sprint
[B] Wrestling
[C] Boxing
[D] Weightlifting
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Correct Answer: D [Weightlifting]
Notes:
India’s ace weightlifter Mirabai Chanu has clinched the silver medal in the 49kg category and has opened the country’s medal account at the Tokyo Olympics 2021.
She is the second India woman to bag a silver medal at the Olympics after PV Sindhu. Also, she became the first Indian woman weight lifter to win a silver at the Olympics.
39. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disorder associated with which part of the body?
[A] Heart
[B] Brain
[C] Lungs
[D] Liver
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Correct Answer: B [Brain]
Notes:
Multiple sclerosis (MS), is a neurological disease whose effects range from cognitive impairment to significant physical disability.
World Brain Day is dedicated to raise awareness related to brain health. It is celebrated on July 22. This year, the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) together with partner agencies are leading the campaign to spread awareness about the Multiple sclerosis (MS).
40. Which state/UT has launched ‘MyGov-Meri Sarkar’ portal, to receive feedback from public on government schemes?
[A] Bihar
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Odisha
[D] Jharkhand
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Correct Answer: B [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the ‘MyGov-Meri Sarkar’ portal, through which, the government will receive feedback from the people.
The portal would also inform the people about various schemes of the government. The portal would help the people of the state to communicate their views, suggestions and feedback to the government, leading to public participation and good governance.