1. Which organization has been selected as co runner up of USA’s Citizen Diplomacy Award?
[A] Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
[B] Tata Foundation
[C] Reliance Foundation
[D] Sehgal Foundation
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Correct Answer: D [Sehgal Foundation]
Notes:
India’s Sehgal Foundation has emerged as a co-runner up of the USA’s “Citizen Diplomacy Award”. The institution has been selected for its human rights and women empowerment work in rural India.
The Department of States – Bureau of Global Public Affairs of USA, launched the Citizen Diplomacy Award in 2017 to recognize significant contributions by citizens and organizations to deepen USA’s foreign policy around the world.
2. Which company has started exploration of Kolar Gold Fields after 16 years?
[A] Reliance Industries Limited
[B] Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited
[C] National Mineral Development Corporation
[D] Coal India Limited
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Correct Answer: B [Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited]
Notes:
Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited (MECL) has commenced the exploration of the Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) in Karnataka. MECL is a Mini Ratna PSU under the Ministry of Mines.
This mining activity is expected to help resolve Bharat Gold Mines Limited (BGML) issue over exploration of the gold field, which is pending for past 16 years.
3. The Data Governance Quality Index (DGQI) survey is conducted by which organization?
[A] UNDP
[B] WEF
[C] OEDC
[D] NITI Aayog
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Correct Answer: D [NITI Aayog]
Notes:
The Data Governance Quality Index (DGQI) survey is conducted by the nation’s think tank NITI Aayog, by its Development Monitoring and Evaluation Office.
The survey aims to evaluate the performance of different Ministries /Departments in implementing Central Sector Schemes (CS) and Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS). Department of Fertilizers has been ranked 2nd among 65 departments under the Data Governance Quality Index survey.
4. The all-weather Atal Tunnel has been constructed by which organization?
[A] L&T
[B] Adani Infrastructure
[C] Border Roads Organisation
[D] GMR Infrastructure
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Correct Answer: C [Border Roads Organisation]
Notes:
The all-weather “Atal Tunnel” which was constructed by the Boarder Roads Organisation (BRO) has been inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
It is the longest highway tunnel in the world that is 9.02 km long. It connects Manali to Lahaul-Spiti valley throughout the year. The tunnel reduces the distance between Manali and Leh by 46 km.
5. Indian Army has built a memorial for its personnel killed during the Galwan clash, at which place?
[A] Ladakh
[B] Siliguri
[C] Jammu
[D] Shillong
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Correct Answer: A [Ladakh]
Notes:
The Indian Army has recently built a memorial in Eastern Ladakh for its 20 personnel killed in the violent clash at Galwan Valley.
The memorial has the names of all 20 personnel killed on June 15, in a clash to evict Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The memorial has inscription titled “Gallants of Galwan”. The troops were led by Col. B Santhosh Babu.
6. What is the theme of the 66th Wildlife Week celebrated during the first week of October?
[A] WildLife- Lifeline
[B] RoaR: Roar and Revive
[C] Lion King
[D] Animal Kingdom
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Correct Answer: B [RoaR: Roar and Revive]
Notes:
The Wildlife Day celebration started in 1955 in India and it was later expanded to Wildlife week celebration in 1957. It aims to spread awareness on conservation and protection of wildlife.
This year the 66th Wildlife Week was celebrated with the theme RoaR (Roar and Revive) – Exploring Human-Animal Relationships. Union Environment Minister Prakash Javdekar presented the Prani Mitra awards to encourage the zoo officers and staff.
7. The National Mission for Clean Ganga has launched a campaign related to which animal, along with the Wildlife Institute of India?
[A] Bengal Tiger
[B] Dolphin
[C] Turtle
[D] Sea Horse
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Correct Answer: B [Dolphin]
Notes:
The National Mission for Clean Ganga along with Wildlife Institute of India and the Forest Department launched the ‘My Ganga My Dolphin’ campaign.
This has been launched on the occasion of Ganga River Dolphin Day observed on October 5, 2020. A Dolphin-based ecotourism programme was also launched at various sites along the Ganga River. Under the campaign, Dolphin Census will be conducted and awareness campaigns would be held.
8. 16 Production Linked Incentive (PLI) projects related to which sector, have been approved by the Government?
[A] Automobile
[B] Electronics
[C] Manufacturing
[D] Information Technology
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Correct Answer: B [Electronics]
Notes:
The Government has approved 16 Production Linked Incentive (PLI) projects related to the Electronics sector.
As per the statement issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, this approval will fetch Rs 11,000-crore additional investments in local electronics manufacturing. It includes five proposals from Indian manufacturers including Micromax and Lava.
9. What is the name of the Covid-19 awareness campaign launched by the Indian Prime Minister ahead of festive seasons?
[A] Jan Andolan
[B] Bharat Andolan
[C] Covid Jagrutha
[D] Covid Chodo India
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Correct Answer: A [Jan Andolan]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently launched a campaign on Jan Andolan for COVID-19 Appropriate Behaviour.
The campaign has been launched considering the festivals, winter season and the opening up of the economy. The Prime Minister asked the people to wear a mask, wash hands and follow social distancing by maintaining ‘Do Gaz Ki Doori.’
10. What would be the new brand name of India’s premium Cotton in the World Cotton Trade?
[A] Bharat Cotton
[B] Incredible Cotton
[C] Kasturi Cotton
[D] Maharaja Cotton
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Correct Answer: C [Kasturi Cotton]
Notes:
Union Minister of Textiles Smriti Irani has recently launched the first-ever brand and logo for Indian Cotton.
It was launched on the second World Cotton Day, which is celebrated across the world on October 7. India’s premium Cotton would be known as ‘Kasturi Cotton’ in the World Cotton trade. The Minister also released a new logo for the Indian Cotton.