Current Affairs Quiz - May, 2020
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41. ‘Special drawing rights’, that was seen in news recently, is associated with which international institution?
[A] World Bank
[B] International Monetary Fund
[C] World Economic Forum
[D] World Trade Organisation
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Correct Answer: B [International Monetary Fund]
Notes:
According to the recent data of the Reserve Bank of India, the country’s foreign exchange reserves increased by USD 1.73 billion to USD 487.04 billion in the week to May 15. The increase in reserves was due to a rise in foreign currency assets (FCA).
Also, the Special drawing rights (SDR) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) increased by USD 2 million to USD 1.42 billion. SDRs are held by IMF member countries and they represent a claim to currency for which SDRs may be exchanged.
42. Samsung India partnered with which major technology company to train offline retailers about digital technologies?
[A] Amazon
[B] Facebook
[C] Google
[D] Apple
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Correct Answer: B [Facebook]
Notes:
Samsung India has collaborated with social media major Facebook to train its offline retailers for adapting digital technologies and using platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp.
The two firms have already trained more than 800 offline retailers and more training sessions are going to be carried out in future. This will help the Samsung retail partners leverage technology and make them more accessible to their customers for inquiry about smartphones.
43. When is ‘Africa Day’ celebrated across the world, every year?
[A] May 23
[B] May 25
[C] May 27
[D] May 29
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Correct Answer: B [May 25]
Notes:
Africa Day is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of the Organisation of African Unity, which was established 57 years ago, on May 25th, 1963 and its successor organization is the African Union, which was established in 2002.
The day highlights and celebrates the vitality and diversity of Africa and to promote African unity. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the day is celebrated virtually. As of now, Africa has 1.5 percent of the reported cases of COVID-19 in the world and less than 0.1 percent of the world’s deaths.
44. Which day is celebrated on May 25 every year, that is associated with an endocrine disorder?
[A] World Diabetes Day
[B] World Thyroid Day
[C] World Osteoporosis Day
[D] World Addison’s Disease Day
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Correct Answer: B [World Thyroid Day]
Notes:
Every year, May 25 has been observed as the World Thyroid Day since 2008, across the world. The European Thyroid Association and American Thyroid Association established World Thyroid Day to promote public awareness of thyroid disease.
Thyroid is the most common endocrine disorder and a rapidly growing problem across the world. Jal Shakti Ministry has said that water plays a crucial role in treating the symptoms of thyroid and helping in weight loss.
45. 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.
46. What is the target year to achieve 220 lakh metric tons of fish production, as per Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)?
[A] 2021-22
[B] 2022-23
[C] 2023-24
[D] 2024-25
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Correct Answer: D [2024-25]
Notes:
The Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Giriraj Singh addressed a conference on the “PMMSY – A scheme to bring about Blue Revolution through sustainable and responsible development of fisheries sector in India”.
The scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet on May 20. It aims to increase fish production to 220 lakh metric tons by 2024-25 from 137.58 lakh metric tons in 2018-19 at an average annual growth rate of 9%. There will be an estimated investment of Rs. 20,050 crores divided by the centre, states and beneficiaries.
47. What is the new name of Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET)?
[A] Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology
[B] National Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology
[C] National Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology
[D] Bharat Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology
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Correct Answer: A [Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology]
Notes:
Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET) has been renamed as Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET).
CIPET is a premier national institution under the Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. It is located at SIDCO Industrial Estate, Chennai. With expanded coverage, CIPET will undertake efforts to promote the entire petrochemical sector with a focus on Academics, Skill improvement and Research.
48. Which famous technology company has launched a short music videos application called ‘Collab’?
[A] Amazon
[B] Facebook
[C] Microsoft
[D] Google
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Correct Answer: B [Facebook]
Notes:
Global technology major Facebook has recently launched an experimental short music videos application called ‘Collab’.
The videos created using Collab app can be published on other platforms including Instagram and Facebook Stories. The research team of Facebook, NPE Teams has developed this application. Earlier, the team had developed some other experimental apps including CatchUp and Hobbi.
49. What is the theme of the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, 2020?
[A] Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace
[B] Honouring Peacekeeping
[C] Women, Peace and Security
[D] Risk of COVID-19 in peacekeeping
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Correct Answer: A [Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace]
Notes:
The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is celebrated on 29 May every year, to pay tribute to the contribution of the peacekeepers.
This year the theme of the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, 2020 is “Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace”. This year also marks the 20th anniversary of the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security. UN honours more than 3,900 UN peacekeepers who have lost their lives during their service, since 1948.
50. Which private airline of India has been approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to conduct drone trials?
[A] IndiGo
[B] SpiceJet
[C] GoAir
[D] Vistara
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Correct Answer: B [SpiceJet]
Notes:
India’s leading private air carrier SpiceJet announced that it has received formal approval from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to conduct drone trials. The dedicated cargo arm of SpiceJet, SpiceXpress was granted permission for conducting experimental Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations.
SpiceXpress is planning to use drones to deliver medical, essential supplies and e-commerce products to the remote places of the country.
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