21. Who has been appointed as the Chief of Asset Reconstruction Co India Ltd (ARCIL)?
[A] A K Bhalla
[B] Pallav Mohapatra
[C] G C Murmu
[D] R K Mathur
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Correct Answer: B [Pallav Mohapatra]
Notes:
Former Central Bank of India CEO Pallav Mohapatra has been appointed as chief of Asset Reconstruction Co India Ltd (ARCIL).
ARCIL is India’s oldest asset reconstruction company, and it was founded in 2002. Pallav Mohapatra is succeeding Vinayak Bahuguna as the CEO.
22. Which Indian has been conferred with the Top 20 Global Women of Excellence Award for 2020 by the US Congress?
[A] Kiran Bedi
[B] Tamilisai Soundararajan
[C] Anandhiben Patel
[D] Najma Heptullah
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Correct Answer: B [Tamilisai Soundararajan]
Notes:
Lt. Governor of Puducherry Tamilisai Soundararajan was presented the Top 20 Global Women of Excellence Award for 2020, instituted by the US Congressional Multi Advisory Task Force led by Congressman Danny K. Davis.
She joined the group of achievers across the world chosen for the award, including US Vice President Kamala Harris.
23. Which Ministry has launched the convergence of the ESI scheme with PM JAY?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
[C] Ministry of Labour and Employment
[D] Ministry of Social Justice
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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Labour and Employment]
Notes:
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment has launched the convergence of ESI Scheme with Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM JAY) in 113 districts of Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
With this convergence, 1.35 crore ESI beneficiaries can avail the benefits of cashless treatments under PM JAY scheme.
24. ISRO has partnered with which country’s space agency for air quality monitoring using satellite data?
[A] USA
[B] Japan
[C] France
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: B [Japan]
Notes:
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) have decided to partner to undertake activities on rice crop area and air quality monitoring using satellite data.
The authorities also reviewed on-going cooperation in earth observation, lunar cooperation, and satellite navigation. The countries agreed to explore space situational awareness and professional exchange programme.
25. Which body has submitted its recommendations to the Government of India for privatization of 12 public sector undertakings?
[A] Planning Commission
[B] NITI Aayog
[C] DPIIT
[D] Reserve Bank of India
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Correct Answer: B [NITI Aayog]
Notes:
The national think tank NITI Aayog has submitted its recommendations to the Government of India on privatization of 12 public sector undertakings.
These organizations belong to strategic sectors defined by the Government and the final decision would be made by Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM), and the Core Group of Secretaries on Divestment (CGD).
26. Mobile Integrated Network Terminal (MINT), which was making news recently, is associated with which organisation?
[A] RBI
[B] PFRDA
[C] Indian Army
[D] Indian Coast Guard
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Correct Answer: C [Indian Army]
Notes:
The Indian Army is in the process of procuring Mobile Integrated Network Terminal (MINT) systems under Make II Category of Defence Acquisition Procedure DAP 2020.
The system is a portable, state of art communication solution with satellite support and wireless access system to support voice, video and data. The systems will be procured from a domestic company.
27. Who is the first cricketer to score 3,000 runs in T-20 International matches?
[A] Mithali Raj
[B] Virat Kohli
[C] Rohit Sharma
[D] Smriti Mandhana
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Correct Answer: B [Virat Kohli]
Notes:
India men’s cricket team captain Virat Kohli has become the first-ever batsman to score 3,000 runs in T-20 International.
Virat Kohli achieved the milestone during the second T20-International against England at Ahmedabad. Virat has achieved the feat from 87 T20 international matches. He is followed by New Zealand’s Martin Guptill at second place and Rohit Sharma in 3rd place.
28. What is the name of Taylor Swift’s music album that has won the Grammys Album of the Year Award?
[A] Folklore
[B] You Know It
[C] I had Everything
[D] The highest honours in the music industry – Grammy awards were announced recently and presented to the winners. The function was hosted by South African comedian, television host and producer Trevor Noah.
Everything I Wanted
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Correct Answer: A [Folklore]
Notes:
The highest honours in the music industry – Grammy awards were announced recently and presented to the winners. The function was hosted by South African comedian, television host and producer Trevor Noah.
Taylor Swift’s music album “Folklore” was adjudged the Grammys Album of the Year Award.
29. What is the WPI-based inflation for the month of Feb 2021?
[A] 2%
[B] 2.5%
[C] 3%
[D] 4.17%
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Correct Answer: D [4.17%]
Notes:
The inflation based on Wholesale Price Index (WPI) for the month of February 2021 stood at 4.17% as against the value of 2.03% in January 2021.
The wholesale price index measures the price movement of a basket of wholesale commodities. The index is released by Office of the Economic Advisor – Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
30. Guru Chemancheri, who died recently at the age of 105 is associated with which art form?
[A] Kuchipudi
[B] Bharatanatyam
[C] Kathak
[D] Kathakali
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Correct Answer: D [Kathakali]
Notes:
Kathakali maestro Guru Chemancheri of Kerala, died recently at the age of 105.
He is a Veteran Kathakali exponent and is one of the oldest practitioners of the classical dance form in India. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2017 in recognition of his contributions to Kathakali.
