Current Affairs Quiz - May 2022
21. What is the theme of the ‘International Museum Day 2022’?
[A] Bio-restoration in Museums
[B] Power of Museums
[C] Cultural Exchange
[D] Global Co-operation
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Correct Answer: B [Power of Museums]
Notes:
International Museum Day is celebrated by museums across the globe on May 18th, to generate awareness about the significant role of museums in community building, national and international cooperation as well as cultural exchange.
The National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi is organizing week-long celebrations with educational activities and programs under the theme of this year’s Museum Day – ‘Power of Museums’.
22. Which is the first African country to adopt ‘Bitcoin’ as legal tender?
[A] South Africa
[B] Central African Republic (CAR)
[C] Ethiopia
[D] Nigeria
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Correct Answer: B [Central African Republic (CAR)]
Notes:
Central African Republic (CAR) recently became the second country after El Salvador to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender. CAR’s President Faustin-Archange Touadera announced that the measure would enable “strong and inclusive growth”.
With a population of 5 million, CAR is among the poorest countries on the globe. As per World Bank, 71% of its population was living below the international poverty line. As per the IMF, adopting the unregulated asset as a legal tender posed major legal, and economic policy challenges.
23. ‘Sky Bridge 721’ is the world’s largest suspension bridge, located in which country?
[A] Czech Republic
[B] Vietnam
[C] Indonesia
[D] Chile
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Correct Answer: A [Czech Republic]
Notes:
‘Sky Bridge 721’, the world’s largest suspension bridge in Czech Republic has been officially opened for tourists.
The walkway provides sights of the Jesenky Mountains. The bridge which is 721 metres, or 2,365 feet long, connects two mountain ridges and hangs 312 feet above a valley. This is 154 metres longer than Nepal’s Baglung Parbat Footbridge, which holds the Guinness World Record for the longest suspension footbridge.
24. Which is the venue of the first Incredible India International Cruise Conference (IIICC) held in 2022?
[A] Goa
[B] Vishakhapatnam
[C] Mumbai
[D] Kolkata
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Correct Answer: C [Mumbai]
Notes:
Union Tourism Minister, G. Kishan Reddy inaugurated the first Incredible India International Cruise Conference (IIICC) in Mumbai.
He also invited domestic and international tourists to ‘Come, Cruise in India.’ It was jointly organised by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the Government of India and FICCI. Eight Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) were signed during the conference.
25. Which tennis player won the Italian Open 2022 women’s single title?
[A] Ashleigh Barty
[B] Iga Swiatek
[C] Naomi Osaka
[D] Simona Halep
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Correct Answer: B [Iga Swiatek]
Notes:
World No.1 Iga Swiatek won her fifth consecutive WTA Tour title, defeating No.7 player in straight sets to win the Italian Open 2022.
The 20-year-old Polish star is just the second player to ever win four or more WTA 1000 titles in a single season after Serena Williams (5) in 2013. Novak Djokovic scored a straight-set victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas to win the 2022 Italian Open men’s title and his first ATP Tour title of the season.
26. Which football club clinched the I-League title in 2022?
[A] Mohammedan Sporting
[B] Gokulam Kerala FC
[C] Rajasthan FC
[D] Round glass Punjab
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Correct Answer: B [Gokulam Kerala FC]
Notes:
Gokulam Kerala FC retained the I-League crown by beating the Kolkata-based Mohammedan Sporting in the final round of the tournament, played at the Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata.
I-League is the professional league for the Indian men’s association football clubs which was started in 2007. Rishad and Emil Benny scored goals for the Gokulam Kerala FC while Marcus Joseph scored the only goal of the other team.
27. Which food delivery company has acquired restaurant tech and dining out platform ‘Dineout’?
[A] Zomato
[B] Uber Eats
[C] Swiggy
[D] Dunzo
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Correct Answer: C [Swiggy]
Notes:
Online food-delivery app Swiggy has entered into an agreement with Times Internet to acquire restaurant tech and dining out platform Dineout. Dineout allows customers to discover restaurants in their areas and make table reservations.
As per the recent statement from Swiggy, Dineout will continue to operate as an independent app after the acquisition. The deal is worth about USD 120 million or about Rs 930 crore, and is expected to close over by next month.
28. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully tested solid rocket booster HS-200, component of which mission?
[A] Gaganyaan
[B] Aditya-L1
[C] Chandrayaan-3
[D] Aditya-L2
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Correct Answer: A [Gaganyaan]
Notes:
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully tested solid rocket booster HS-200, a key component for the Gaganyaan manned mission programme.
The test was conducted at Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. HS-200 booster loaded with 203 tonnes of solid propellant was tested for duration of 135 seconds. The launch vehicle is indigenous developed by ISRO in participation with various industries.
29. Which was the top recipient country for remittances in 2021?
[A] India
[B] Egypt
[C] Indonesia
[D] Mexico
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Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
The top five recipient countries for remittances in 2021 were India, Mexico, China, the Philippines, and Egypt.
According to the World Bank’s latest Migration and Development Brief, remittance flows to low- and middle-income countries are expected to increase by 4.2 percent this year to reach USD 630 billion. Remittances to Ukraine, which is the largest recipient in Europe and Central Asia, are expected to rise by over 20 percent in 2022.
30. Which country won the Uber Cup title in 2022?
[A] India
[B] Indonesia
[C] South Korea
[D] China
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Correct Answer: C [South Korea]
Notes:
South Korea defeated the defending champions China to win the prestigious Uber Cup championship, held in Thailand Capital Bangkok.
South Korean women team ended their 12-year wait for an Uber Cup title while stopping China to clinch their 16th title. In Thomas Cup, the Indian men team defeated their Indonesian counterparts to clinch the title.
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