1. What is the theme of the ‘Vigilance Awareness Week 2022’?
[A] Corruption free India for a developed Nation
[B] Elimination of Corruption
[C] Embodiment of Honesty
[D] Ethics and Values
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Correct Answer: A [Corruption free India for a developed Nation]
Notes:
Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) observes Vigilance Awareness Week during the week in which the birthday of late Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (31st October) falls.
This year, Vigilance Awareness Week is being observed from 31st October to 6th November, 2022 with the theme of ‘Corruption free India for a developed Nation’. Earlier, CVC carried out a three-month campaign highlighting preventive vigilance initiatives as focus areas.
2. Which Indian city hosts the ‘Fourth Bangladesh Film Festival’ in 2022?
[A] Guwahati
[B] Kolkata
[C] Kohima
[D] Imphal
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Correct Answer: B [Kolkata]
Notes:
The fourth edition of the Bangladesh Film Festival is being hosted in Kolkata. 37 films and documentaries from Bangladesh will be screened at the five-day event.
This will be the fourth year, that the Bangladesh Film Festival is being organised in Kolkata. The Cultural Events like book fairs and film festivals strengthen the bond between India and Bangladesh as well as West Bengal and Bangladesh.
3. When is the ‘World Thrift Day’ observed in India?
[A] October 27
[B] October 30
[C] November 4
[D] November 7
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Correct Answer: B [October 30]
Notes:
The 98th year celebration of World Thrift Day is marked on 30th October in India. The first International Thrift Congress which was held in Milan, Italy in 1924 had declared October 31 as the World Thrift day.
The aim of celebrating this day is to change our behaviour towards the saving and constantly reminds us the importance of wealth. This year the theme is ‘Saving prepares you for the future.’
4. Which country is the host of the ‘Global Climate Observing System (GCOS) conference’?
[A] Australia
[B] Italy
[C] Germany
[D] USA
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Correct Answer: C [Germany]
Notes:
The ‘Global Climate Observing System (GCOS)’ conference was organised in Darmstadt, Germany. It was hosted by Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) and co-sponsored by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO, UNEP, and International Science Council.
As per the declaration of the conference, sustainable and long-term funding is essential to ensure the continuity and expansion of observations.
5. Which Union Ministry awards the ‘Special Operation Medal’ to Police Forces, Armed Forces and Security Organisations?
[A] Ministry of Defence
[B] Ministry of Home Affairs
[C] Ministry of External Affairs
[D] Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Home Affairs]
Notes:
Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) awarded the ‘Union Home Minister’s Special Operation Medal’ for the Year- 2022, to 63 police officers from Telangana, Punjab, Maharashtra, Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir. The medal was constituted in the year 2018.
They were selected for four special operations conducted in areas of terrorism, border action, arms control, prevention of narcotics smuggling and rescue operations.
6. Which racing driver won the Mexico Grand prix title?
[A] Lewis Hamilton
[B] Sergio Pérez
[C] Max Verstappen
[D] Charles Leclerc
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Correct Answer: C [Max Verstappen]
Notes:
Ace racing driver Max Verstappen won the Mexico Grand prix title in the year 2022. Lewis Hamilton came in second position and his Red Bull teammate, Sergio Pérez, came in third position.
With his 14th win this year Verstappen has made the record as the driver with the most victories across a single F1 season. In 20 races he has surpassed the figure previously held by Michael Schumacher, who took 13 from 18 races and Sebastian Vettel, who took 13 from 19 races.
7. Which institution has invited comments on the proposed common ITR form?
[A] CBIC
[B] CBDT
[C] RBI
[D] SEBI
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Correct Answer: B [CBDT]
Notes:
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has invited stakeholder comments on the proposed new common ITR form.
At present, taxpayers are required to furnish their Income-tax Returns in various forms including ITR-1 to ITR-7 depending upon the type of person and nature of income. The draft proposes to introduce a common ITR by merging all the existing returns of income except ITR-7.
8. Which insurance company has launched satellite index-based Farm Yield Insurance Policy?
[A] HDFC ERGO
[B] ICICI Prudential
[C] Aditya Birla Sun Life
[D] Tata AIA
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Correct Answer: A [HDFC ERGO]
Notes:
HDFC ERGO has launched first-of-its-kind satellite index-based Farm Yield Insurance Policy for farmers.
The satellite-based index will be used to provide localized farm level coverage and it will provide comprehensive cover across the crop life cycle from sowing to harvesting, basis satellite-based data.
9. Which state is the host of the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO)?
[A] Goa
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Karnataka
[D] Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: A [Goa]
Notes:
Goa is hosting the three-day Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) Conference in November 2022.
‘Think Global, Collaborate Regional, Accomplish Local’ is the theme of this year’s conference. Delegates and exhibitors from Asia Pacific region and beyond will discuss on key issues that will shape the future of Asia’s aviation industry.
10. Which state launched ‘Ladli Laxmi 2.0 financial assistance scheme’?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: B [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the state government’s flagship ‘Ladli Laxmi 2.0’ financial assistance scheme.
The scheme aims to encourage girls to pursue higher education and make them independent. The state had launched the ‘Ladli Laxmi’ scheme in 2007, to provide monetary benefits to the eligible girl children to ensure they get good education.