Current Affairs Quiz - May, 2020
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41. When is the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development celebrated
every year?
[A] May 20
[B] May 21
[C] May 24
[D] May 26
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Correct Answer: B [May 21]
Notes:
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) adopted the ‘Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity’ in 2001 and in December 2002, the UN General Assembly declared May 21 to be the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development.
The UNESCO is working to promote access to culture, as a part of its #ShareOurHeritage campaign. It has also launched an interactive online exhibition featuring World Heritage properties from across the globe, with the support of Google Arts & Culture.
42. Shyamala G Bhave, who recently passed away, was associated with which field?
[A] Sports
[B] Politics
[C] Music
[D] Research
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Correct Answer: C [Music]
Notes:
Renowned singer Shyamala G Bhave, passed away at her residence at the age of 79. The singer was popular for her command over both Hindustani and Carnatic music.
The singer started her music career during the early years of her childhood. She had received several awards and accolades for her contribution towards music. The Diwan of Mysore Sir M Visvesvaraya honoured her with the title ‘Ubhaya Gaana Vidushi’, which means expert in both styles.
43. The Reserve Bank of India has extended the Rs 15000 Crore refinance facility that was granted earlier, to which All-India Financial institution?
[A] NABARD
[B] SIDBI
[C] NHB
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [SIDBI]
Notes:
The Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das recently announced that the central bank has decided to roll over (extend) the Rs 15000 Crore refinance facility provided to SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India).
The roll over is to be provided for 90 more days, from the at the end of the 90th day. RBI also announced to extend a line of credit of Rs 15,000 crore to the EXIM Bank for a period of 90 days from the date of availing, with rollover up to a maximum period of one year. EXIM Bank will use this to avail US dollar swap facility for its forex requirement.
44. ‘Micro-comb’, that was in news recently, is associated with which field?
[A] Medicine and Virology
[B] Internet and Communication
[C] Environment
[D] Nuclear Science
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Correct Answer: B [Internet and Communication]
Notes:
A team of Australian scientists have recorded the world’s fastest internet data speed of 44.2 Terabits per second (Tbps) from a single light source.
This speed is enough to download 1000 HD movies in a split second. The researchers used their new device with a single piece of equipment known as a micro-comb, that is made up of hundreds of high-quality invisible infrared lasers from a single optical chip. This result can expand the capacity of network connections across the world, especially the developing and under-developed countries.
45. As per the Status Paper on Government Debt, what is the amount of Central Government Debt as a per cent of GDP, at 2018-19 yearend?
[A] 67.1 %
[B] 57.1 %
[C] 45.7%
[D] 35.7%
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Correct Answer: C [45.7%]
Notes:
The Union Government publishes the annual Status Paper on Government Debt, that provides a detailed account of the overall debt position of the country.
As per the 9th edition of the paper recently released, Central Government Debt stood at 45.7 per cent of GDP at 2018-19 yearend. It is a marginal decline against the previous year debt of 45.8 per cent. 94.1 per cent of total Central Government debt was domestic debt and Sovereign external debt was 2.7 per cent of GDP at the yearend.
46. Chamba tunnel, which was seen in news recently, was inaugurated in which state/UT?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Jammu & Kashmir
[C] Arunachal Pradesh
[D] Sikkim
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Correct Answer: A [Uttarakhand]
Notes:
Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari recently inaugurated the Chamba Tunnel in Uttarakhand through video conference. The tunnel will be operationalised this October.
The tunnel has been constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) under Chardham Pariyojana scheme of Uttarakhand. It is a 12,000-crore project, to facilitate connectivity to Gangotri, Kedarnath, Yamunotri and Badrinath. The 440-metre long tunnel has been created under Chamba town on Rishikesh-Dharasu road.
47. Which ridesharing company’s subsidiary has acquired Netherlands-based manufacturer Etergo BV?
[A] Uber
[B] Ola
[C] Lyft
[D] Didi
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Correct Answer: B [Ola]
Notes:
Ola Electric, the subsidiary of the India ridesharing platform Ola, has recently acquired Netherlands-based OEM (Original Equipment manufacturer) Etergo BV.
By this acquisition, Ola Electric is set to enter the premium electric two-wheeler market, both domestic and global. Ola Electric is to use the design and engineering capabilities of Etergo to build its smart electric two-wheeler and launch in India in the year 2021.
48. When is ‘World Hunger Day’ celebrated every year?
[A] May 26
[B] May 28
[C] May 30
[D] May 31
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Correct Answer: B [May 28]
Notes:
World Hunger Day is an initiative by The Hunger Project, which is a New York based organisation committed to end hunger across the world, through programmes in various parts of the world.
It is celebrated on May 28 every year across the world. According to the United Nations’ recent data, the number of people suffering from hunger is rising continuously after 2015. The aim of World Hunger Day is to spread awareness about the impact of acute hunger and solutions to solve hunger and poverty.
49. Who is the Chairperson of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC)?
[A] RBI Governor
[B] Union Finance Minister
[C] Finance Secretary
[D] Union Corporate Affairs Minister
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Correct Answer: B [Union Finance Minister]
Notes:
Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman chaired the 22nd Meeting of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) and reviewed the current global and domestic macro-economic situation and financial stability in the nation.
Union Finance Minister is the chairperson of FSDC, an autonomous regulatory body set up in the year 2010. Besides the ten members which includes the RBI Governor, Finance Secretary, Chief Economic Adviser, Chairpersons of SEBI, IRDAI, PFRDA, IBBI among others, the Finance Minister may invite any other required person.
50. What is the theme of the ‘World Menstrual Hygiene Day’ observed on May 28 every year?
[A] Healthy Menstruation
[B] Periods in Pandemic
[C] Menstrual Hygiene Management
[D] Access to safe menstruation
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Correct Answer: B [Periods in Pandemic]
Notes:
Every year, May 28 has been celebrated as the World Menstrual Hygiene Day across the world. It is a global platform initiated by the German non-profit organisation WASH United.
This year, the theme of Menstrual Hygiene Day is ‘Periods in Pandemic’. Several government agencies, individuals, non-profits and media join hands to create awareness about the safe menstruation practices and hygiene management.
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