31. Who represented India addressed the first-ever Ministerial Meeting of G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group?
[A] Nitin Gadkari
[B] Jitendra Singh
[C] Nirmala Sitharaman
[D] Piyush Goyal
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Correct Answer: B [Jitendra Singh]
Notes:
Union minister Jitendra Singh represented India in the first-ever Ministerial Meeting of G-20 Anti-Corruption Working Group.
The Minister attended the meeting through video conference. During his address, he said that India is committed to the policy of zero tolerance against corruption and unaccounted money. He also mentioned about India’s Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
32. Virtual Global Investor Roundtable (VGIR) is organized by Ministry of Finance along with which organisation?
[A] Reserve Bank of India
[B] Securities and Exchange Board of India
[C] National Investment and Infrastructure Fund
[D] India Infrastructure Finance Company
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Correct Answer: C [National Investment and Infrastructure Fund]
Notes:
The Virtual Global Investor Roundtable (VGIR) is being organised by the Ministry of Finance and the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
Prime Minister will chair the Investor Roundtable conference, which will provide an opportunity to leading global investors and Indian business houses to discuss with policy makers.
33. Who has recently held a policy consultation with Indian diaspora regarding India’s Science Technology and Innovation Policy 2020?
[A] Narendra Modi
[B] Piyush Goyal
[C] Harsh Vardhan
[D] Narendra Singh Tomar
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Correct Answer: C [Harsh Vardhan]
Notes:
The Union Minister for Science and Technology Harsh Vardhan held a consultation with the Indian diaspora.
This interaction was aimed at enabling them to make valuable contributions in India’s Science Technology and Innovation Policy (STIP) 2020. This interaction with Indian diaspora is seen as first of its kind.
34. Who represented India in the first BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) meeting?
[A] Narendra Modi
[B] S Jai Shankar
[C] Nirmala Sitharaman
[D] Shaktikanta Das
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Correct Answer: C [Nirmala Sitharaman]
Notes:
The Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman represented India in the first BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors meeting.
The meeting was held under the Russian Chairmanship. The meeting is expected to include discussions on the outcomes of the G20 Saudi Presidency in 2020, a digital platform for the New Development Bank and to expand membership of the New Development Bank.
35. Cellular Operators Association of India (COAT), which was seen in news recently, is set to host which famous conference?
[A] The India Mobile Congress
[B] India Science Congress
[C] Def Expo
[D] India Youth Science Congress
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Correct Answer: A [The India Mobile Congress]
Notes:
The India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2020 has been scheduled to be held 8th -10th December, through virtual mode.
Minister of State Sanjay Dhotre announced the fourth edition of the Congress. This event is jointly organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and Cellular Operators Association of India (COAT).
36. How many countries are the members of Group of 77 (G-77) coalition has?
[A] 77
[B] 99
[C] 120
[D] 134
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Correct Answer: D [134]
Notes:
The Group of 77 (G-77) was established on 15 June 1964 by 77 developing countries. At present, the members of the coalition have increased to 134 countries.
Recently, the 44th Annual Meeting of the G-77 Foreign Ministers was held recently. India’s Permanent Representative to the UN T S Tirumurti attended the forum and reaffirmed India’s commitment towards G77 bloc.
37. How many countries constitute the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)?
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Correct Answer: D [21]
Notes:
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), an inter-governmental forum for 21 member nations is headquartered at Singapore. It is a free trade association among the Pacific Rim nations.
Recently, the Ministers of all the 21 member countries have vowed for working together to support the economic recovery post the COVID 19 pandemic.
38. Which Indian Minister delivered key note address Sri Lanka Economic Summit (SLES) 2020?
[A] Piyush Goyal
[B] Nirmala Sitharaman
[C] Nitin Gadkari
[D] S Jai Shankar
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Correct Answer: B [Nirmala Sitharaman]
Notes:
Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman delivered a Keynote Address at the 20th Edition of Sri Lanka Economic Summit (SLES) 2020 in virtual format.
SLES is annually organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC). The theme for this year’s event is “Roadmap for Take-off: Driving a People –Centric Economic Revival”.
39. Which country has announced to establish ‘Friendship Association’ with India, to strengthen its ties?
[A] Saudi Arabia
[B] Oman
[C] Brazil
[D] United Kingdom
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Correct Answer: B [Oman]
Notes:
During the India-Oman virtual dialogue recently held, Oman announced to establish first-of-its-kind Oman-India Friendship Association.
This is the first such initiative in West Asia led by the Foreign Ministry. In December 2019, India and Oman signed a Maritime Transport Agreement during the visit of Foreign Minister Jaishankar to the country.
40. Which Union Ministry is the organiser of the India Mobile Congress?
[A] Ministry of Education
[B] Ministry of Science and Technology
[C] Ministry of Electronics and IT
[D] Ministry of Communication
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Correct Answer: D [Ministry of Communication]
Notes:
The India Mobile Congress (IMC) is organised by the Department of Telecommunications, Communication Ministry and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI).
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered the inaugural address at the Mobile Congress. The event is to be held in virtual mode from December 8 to 10. The theme for IMC 2020 is “Inclusive Innovation – Smart, Secure, Sustainable”.
