20-26 sept

Question 1

1) has become the first state to adopt the Model Tenancy Act. With this 2) gets repealed.
The Union Cabinet, in June 2021, approved the Model Tenancy Act (MTA).
: Applicable 3)
4) agreement is a must for all new tenancies. The agreement will have to be submitted to the concerned district 5)

Answer 1

Assam has become the first state to adopt the Model Tenancy Act. With this Assam Urban Areas Rent Control Act, 1972 gets repealed.
The Union Cabinet, in June 2021, approved the Model Tenancy Act (MTA).
: Applicable prospectively and will not affect the existing tenancies. Written agreement is a must for all new tenancies. The agreement will have to be submitted to the concerned district Rent Authority‘

Question 2

No landlord or property manager
can withhold 1) occupied by the tenant.
 If tenancy has not been renewed, the tenancy shall be deemed to be renewed on a month-to-month basis on the same terms and conditions as were in the expired tenancy agreement, for a maximum period of 2)
 Compensation in case of non-vacancy: On the expiry of extended period of six months of agreed tenancy
period or the termination of tenancy by order or notice, the tenant shall be a tenant in default and liable to
pay compensation of double of the monthly rent for two months and four times of the monthly rent
thereafter. A landowner or property manager may enter a premise in accordance 3)

Answer 2

. No landlord or property manager
can withhold any essential supply to the premises occupied by the tenant.
 If tenancy has not been renewed, the tenancy shall be deemed to be renewed on a month-to-month basis on the same terms and conditions as were in the expired tenancy agreement, for a maximum period of six months.
Compensation in case of non-vacancy: On the expiry of extended period of six months of agreed tenancy
period or the termination of tenancy by order or notice, the tenant shall be a tenant in default and liable to
pay compensation of double of the monthly rent for two months and four times of the monthly rent
thereafter. A landowner or property manager may enter a premise in accordance with written notice or notice
through electronic medium served to the tenant at least twenty-four hours before the time of entry.

Question 3

1) was the first site for oil drilling in Asia. . 1) is home to the one-horned Indian rhinoceros, economy is aided by wildlife tourism to Kaziranga National Park and Manas National Park, which are World Heritage Sites
1) - foreing neighbours

Answer 3

assam was the first site for oil drilling in Asia. . Assam is home to the one-horned
Indian rhinoceros, Assamese economy is aided by wildlife tourism to Kaziranga National Park and Manas
National Park, which are World Heritage Sites
assam - bhutan , bangladesh

Question 4

1) chilly , which is found in Manipur‘s Ukrul district and is known for its unique flavour, and
2) orange have been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag
1) chilly, commonly known as the 3) chilly, thrives well only in climatic condition

Answer 4

Hathei chilli, which is found in Manipur‘s Ukrul district and is known for its unique flavour, and
Tamenglong mandarin orange have been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag
Hathei chilly, commonly known as the Sirarakhong chilly, thrives well only in climatic condition

Question 5

India, as a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), enacted the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 0) has come into force with effect from 1). GIs have been defined under Article 2) of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement
3) became the first GI tagged product in India, in 4). The registration of a geographical indication is valid for a period of 5) years. It can be renewed from time to time for further period of 5) years each.

Answer 5

India, as a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), enacted the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 has come into force with effect from 15 September 2003. GIs have been defined under Article 22 (1) of the WTO
Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement
Darjeeling tea became the first GI tagged
product in India, in 2004–2005. The registration of a geographical indication is valid for a period of 10 years. It can be renewed from time to time for further period of 10 years each.

Question 6

UN appoints Nobel laureate India’s 1) to push 2) rights issues. UN Secretary General António Guterres has appointed Nobel laureate 1) as one of its 3) (no.) Sustainable Development Goals advocates, a role that is integral to advancing the 2030 agenda for sustainable development . Other new advocates appointed by the UN include STEM activist 4), at 19 years-old, who has helped write the first Artificial Intelligence policy in her home country, 5). 6), Microsoft‘s president as an advocate will focus on bridging the digital skills gap and highlight the importance of setting bold goals focused on environmental sustainability. Pop super stars BLACKPIN is also a new SDG advocate

Answer 6

UN appoints Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi Sustainable Development Goals advocate to push child rights issuesUN Secretary General António Guterres has appointed Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi as one of its 17 Sustainable Development Goals advocates, a role that is integral to advancing the 2030 agenda for sustainable developmentOther new advocates appointed by the UN include STEM activist Valentina Muñoz Rabanal, at 19 years-old, who has helped write the first Artificial Intelligence policy in her home country, Chile. Brad Smith, Microsoft‘s president as an advocate will focus on bridging the digital skills gap and highlight the importance of setting bold goals focused on environmental sustainability.Pop super stars BLACKPIN is also a new SDG advocate

Question 7

Formerly known as the 1), the mission of the Brundtland Commission is to unite countries to pursue sustainable development together. The then Chairperson of the Commission, 2), was appointed by then United Nations Secretary-General
In India, at the Central Government level, 3) has been assigned the role of overseeing the implementation of SDGs in the country. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) or Global Goals are a collection of 4) interlinked global goals designed to be a ―blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all‖. The SDGs were set up in 5) by the United Nations General Assembly and are intended to be achieved by the year 6)

Answer 7

Formerly known as the World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED), the mission of the Brundtland Commission is to unite countries to pursue sustainable development together. The Chairperson of the Commission, Gro Harlem Brundtland, was appointed by then United Nations Secretary-General
In India, at the Central Government level, NITI Aayog has been assigned the role of overseeing the implementation of SDGs in the country. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) or Global Goals are a collection of 17 interlinked global goals designed to be a ―blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all‖. The SDGs were set up in 2015 by the United Nations General Assembly and are intended to be achieved by the year 2030

Question 8

Sustainable Development goal are included in a UN Resolution called the 1) The SDGs were developed in the Post-2015 Development Agenda as the future global development framework to succeed the 2) which ended in 2015. The 17 SDGs are: 3)

Answer 8

They are included in a UN Resolution called
the 2030 Agenda or what is colloquially known as Agenda 2030. The SDGs were developed in the Post-2015
Development Agenda as the future global development framework to succeed the Millennium Development
Goals which ended in 2015. The 17 SDGs are: (1) No Poverty, (2) Zero Hunger, (3) Good Health and Well-being, (4) Quality Education, (5) Gender Equality, (6) Clean Water and Sanitation, ( (8) Decent Work and Economic Growth, (9) Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, (10) Reducing
Inequality, (11) Sustainable Cities and Communities, (12) Responsible Consumption and Production, (7) Affordable and Clean Energy,
(13) Climate Action, (14) Life Below Water, (15) Life On Land, (16) Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions,
(17) Partnerships for the Goals

Question 9

Railways has launched Rail Kaushal Vikas Yojana, a programme under the aegis of Pradhan Mantri
Kaushal Vikas Yojana. It empowers youth by way of providing entry-level training in industry relevant
skills through Railway Training Institutes
1)

Answer 9

Railways has launched Rail Kaushal Vikas Yojana, a programme under the aegis of Pradhan Mantri
Kaushal Vikas Yojana. It empowers youth by way of providing entry-level training in industry relevant
skills through Railway Training Institutes
sed

Question 10

The practice of a separate Railway Budget was started by the British in 1) under the recommendation of a 10-member 2) headed by British economist 3) On 21 September 4), Government of India approved the merger of the Railway Budget with the Union budget of India

Answer 10

The practice of a separate Railway Budget was started by the British in 1924 under the recommendation of a 10-member Acworth Committee headed by British economist William Mitchell Acworth in 1920-21. On 21 September 2016, Government of India approved the merger of the Railway Budget with the Union budget of India

Question 11

Ujjwala 2.0 scheme aims to cover 1)million more beneficiaries in the second phase of the scheme.
 Under Ujjwala 2.0, migrant workers can avail a free cooking gas connection on the basis of a selfdeclaration without any need for documents like address proof.
 In Ujjwala 2.0, the beneficiaries are also being provided with a stove free of cost.

Answer 11

Ujjwala 2.0 scheme aims to cover 10 million more beneficiaries in the second phase of the scheme.
 Under Ujjwala 2.0, migrant workers can avail a free cooking gas connection on the basis of a selfdeclaration without any need for documents like address proof.
 In Ujjwala 2.0, the beneficiaries are also being provided with a stove free of cost.

Question 12

The min of education Education has formed the 0) for the development of national framework curriculum . The committee will be chaired by former ISRO Chairman 2)
 Chancellor of National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration 3) is part of the 12 member committee
Govind Prasad Sharma
Najma Akhtar
Michel Danino
Manjul Bhargava
As per the perspectives of the NEP 2020, the Committee will develop four National Curriculum Frameworks -
4),5), 6) and 7)
The Committee will discuss the position papers finalised by the 8) on different aspects
of all the four areas. The Committee will draw inputs from State Curriculum Frameworks received on the
Tech Platform for the National Curriculum Frameworks

Answer 12

The Ministry of Education has formed the National Steering Committee for the development of National
Curriculum Frameworks. The committee will be chaired by former ISRO Chairman Dr K Kasturirangan.
 Chancellor of National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration Mahesh Chandra Pant are part of the 12 member committee
Govind Prasad Sharma
Najma Akhtar
Michel Danino
Manjul Bhargava
As per the perspectives of the NEP 2020, the Committee will develop four National Curriculum Frameworks -
the National Curriculum Framework for School Education, National Curriculum for Early Childhood
Care and Education, National Curriculum Framework for Teacher Education and National Curriculum
Framework for Adult Education.
The Committee will discuss the position papers finalised by the National Focus Groups on different aspects
of all the four areas. The Committee will draw inputs from State Curriculum Frameworks received on the
Tech Platform for the National Curriculum Frameworks.

Question 13

The National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020), which was approved by the Union Cabinet of India on 1), outlines the vision of India‘s new education system. The new policy replaces the previous 2) . In 2) a committee under former 3) started the consultation process for the New Education Policy. Based on the committee report, in 4), the draft NEP was submitted in 5) by a panel led by former 6)
The policy aims to transform India‘s education system by 7).
. Education in India is a 8) subject

Answer 13

The National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020), which was approved by the Union Cabinet of India on 29 July
2020, outlines the vision of India‘s new education system. The new policy replaces the previous National Policy on Education, 1986. In January 2015, a committee under former Cabinet Secretary T. S. R. Subramanian started the consultation process for the New Education Policy. Based on the committee report, in June 2017, the draft NEP was submitted in 2019 by a panel led by former Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chief Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan
The policy aims to transform India‘s education system by 2040.
. Education in India is a Concurrent List subject.

Question 14

Article 1) of the Indian Constitution provides that the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the
President after consultation with such a number of the Judges of the Supreme Court and of the High Courts in the States as the President may deem necessary for the purpose.
As per Article 2), the Judge of a High Court shall be appointed by the President in consultation with the CJI and the State Governor
. The Supreme Court collegium is headed by the CJI and comprises four other senior most judges
of the court. A HC collegium is led by its Chief Justice and four other senior most judges of that court. The
collegium sends its final recommendation to the President of India for approval. The President can either accept it or reject it. In the case it is rejected, the recommendation comes back to the collegium. If the
collegium reiterates its recommendation to the President, then he/she is bound by that recommendation.

Answer 14

Article 124(2) of the Indian Constitution provides that the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the
President after consultation with such a number of the Judges of the Supreme Court and of the High Courts in the
States as the President may deem necessary for the purpose. As per Article 217, the Judge of a High Court shall be appointed by the President in consultation with the CJI and the State Governor
. The Supreme Court collegium is headed by the CJI and comprises four other senior most judges
of the court. A HC collegium is led by its Chief Justice and four other senior most judges of that court. The
collegium sends its final recommendation to the President of India for approval. The President can either accept it or reject it. In the case it is rejected, the recommendation comes back to the collegium. If the
collegium reiterates its recommendation to the President, then he/she is bound by that recommendation.

Question 15

Chief Election Commissioner, 1). The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a permanent and independent body established by the Constitution under Article 2) of the Constitution
It was established in accordance with the Constitution on 3) (celebrated as national voters‘
day) but after the Election Commissioner Amendment Act 4), it has been made a multi-member body

CEC can be removed from office only through a process of removal similar to that of a SC judge by
Parliament

Answer 15

Chief Election Commissioner, Sushil Chandra. The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a permanent and independent body established by the Constitution
of India directly to ensure free and fair elections in the country. Article 324 of the Constitution
It was established in accordance with the Constitution on 25th January 1950 (celebrated as national voters‘
day) but after the Election Commissioner Amendment Act 1989, it has been made a multi-member body

CEC can be removed from office only through a process of removal similar to that of a SC judge by
Parliament

Question 16

Indian Naval Ships 1) and 2) arrived at Jakarta, Indonesia to participate in the 3rd edition of Bilateral Exercise 3 )with the Indonesian Navy
In pursuance of India‘s Act East Policy, Exercise ‗Samudra Shakti‘ was conceived in 4) as a bilateral IN-IDN exercise

Answer 16

Indian Naval Ships Shivalik and Kadmatt arrived at Jakarta, Indonesia to participate in the 3rd edition of Bilateral Exercise ‗Samudra Shakti‘ with the Indonesian Navy
In pursuance of India‘s Act East Policy, Exercise ‗Samudra Shakti‘ was conceived in 2018 as a bilateral IN-IDN exercise

Question 17

1) has retained the best performing state recognition by topping the State Food Safety Index 2020-21.
 The index is made by 1)
Southern states of 2) and 3) bagged the second and the third places respectively for ensuring food safety in the regions
, 4) ranked last at 20th position Meanwhile, in the small states, 5) topped the list
1) is a statutory body established under the 6), Government of India. The FSSAI has been established under the 7)
3) is the current Chairperson for FSSAI.
It is headquartered in New Delhi.

Answer 17

Gujarat has retained the best performing state recognition by topping the State Food Safety Index 2020-21.
 The index is made by Food Safety Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
Southern states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu bagged the second and the third places respectively for ensuring food safety in the regions
, Bihar ranked last at 20th position Meanwhile, in the small states, Goa topped the list
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is a statutory body established under the Ministry of
Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. The FSSAI has been established under the Food Safety and
Standards Act, 2006
Rita Teaotia is the current Chairperson for FSSAI. It is headquartered in New Delhi.

Question 18

India and Nepal began exercise, called 1) in 2)
Each year, the Surya Kiran series of exercises is conducted in either Nepal or India. In 2019, the last edition of the Surya Kiran exercise was concluded in Nepal

Answer 18

India and Nepal began exercise, called ‗Surya Kiran‘, in Uttarakhand‘s Pithoragarh
Each year, the Surya Kiran series of exercises is conducted in either Nepal or India. In 2019, the last edition of the Surya Kiran exercise was concluded in Nepal

Question 19

India‘s first cooperative conference was held at the 1) in New Delhi by amit shah
The Ministry of Co-operation is a ministry under the Government of India which was formed in July 2021
The ministry‘s creation was announced on 6 July 2021 along with its vision statement of ―Sahkar se samriddhi (Prosperity from cooperation). Before the creation of this ministry, the objectives of this ministry
were looked after by the Ministry of Agriculture

Answer 19

‖ India‘s first cooperative conference was held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi by amit shah
The Ministry of Co-operation is a ministry under the Government of India which was formed in July 2021
The ministry‘s creation was announced on 6 July 2021 along with its vision statement of ―Sahkar se samriddhi (Prosperity from cooperation). Before the creation of this ministry, the objectives of this ministry
were looked after by the Ministry of Agriculture

Question 20

1) has successfully commissioned India‘s largest Floating Solar PV plant. Located at 2) in 3)
. The floating solar project is to be set up under the 4), notified by the Government of India in 2018.
5) is the first state in India to have Five Deputy Chief Ministers one each from Scheduled Caste,
Scheduled Tribe, backward, minority and Kapu communities
6) is the first state to be formed on a linguistic basis in India on 1 October 1953

Answer 20

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has successfully commissioned India‘s largest Floating Solar PV plant. Located at NTPC Simhadri in Andhra Pradesh,
. The floating solar project is to be set up under the Flexibilisation Scheme, notified by the Government of India in 2018.
Andhra Pradesh is the first state in India to have Five Deputy Chief Ministers one each from Scheduled Caste,
Scheduled Tribe, backward, minority and Kapu communities
Andhra Pradesh is the first state to be formed on a linguistic basis in India on 1 October 1953

Question 21

1) session of UN General Assembly in New York -
e theme for the event is 2)

High power transmitters at world‘s highest radio station at Humbatingla in Kargil inaugurated

Answer 21

76th session of UN General Assembly in New York -
e theme for the event is ‗Building Resilience through hope to recover from COVID-19, rebuild sustainably, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people, and revitalize the United Nations.‘

High power transmitters at world‘s highest radio station at Humbatingla in Kargil inaugurated

Question 22

India has been elected as the external auditor to the 1), a prestigious institution that promotes peaceful use of nuclear energy, for a period of six years from 2022 to
2027. India‘s comptroller and auditor General 2) was selected as the external auditor of IAEA.
. India was the IAEA external auditor from 2012 to 2015.
 Murmu took charge as the comptroller and auditor general of India on August 8 last year. Before that, he
served as the first 3)

Answer 22

India has been elected as the external auditor to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a
prestigious institution that promotes peaceful use of nuclear energy, for a period of six years from 2022 to
2027. India‘s comptroller and auditor
General GC Murmu was selected as the external auditor of IAEA.
. India was the IAEA external auditor from 2012 to 2015.
 Murmu took charge as the comptroller and auditor general of India on August 8 last year. Before that, he
served as the first Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir

Question 23

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an international organization that seeks to promote the
peaceful use of 1), and to inhibit its use for any military purpose, including 2) weapons. The
IAEA was established as an autonomous organisation on 3)
. The IAEA has its headquarters in 4), 5)
6) has served as Director General

Answer 23

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an international organization that seeks to promote the
peaceful use of nuclear energy, and to inhibit its use for any military purpose, including nuclear weapons. The
IAEA was established as an autonomous organisation on 29 July 1957(das bahane - from inde)
. The IAEA has its headquarters in Vienna, Austria. Rafael Mariano Grossi has served as Director General

Question 24

Ukraine began joint military exercises with U.S. and other NATO troops at a time when neighbouring
Russia and Belarus have been holding large-scale drills that alarmed the West
.Ukraine would participate 1)
Ukraine, at war with Russia-backed separatists since 2014

Answer 24

Ukraine began joint military exercises with U.S. and other NATO troops at a time when neighbouring
Russia and Belarus have been holding large-scale drills that alarmed the West.
Ukraine, at war with Russia-backed separatists since 2014―

Question 25

1) (NATO), also called the North Atlantic Alliance, is an intergovernmental military alliance between 2) European and North American countries. Since its founding, the admission of new member states has increased the alliance from the original 3)countries to 2). The most recent member state to be added to NATO was 4)
NATO constitutes a system of collective
defence whereby its independent member states agree to mutual defence in response to an attack by any external party.
NATO‘s Headquarters are located in 5)
6)- Secretary General of NATO

Answer 25

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), also called the North Atlantic Alliance, is an intergovernmental
military alliance between 30(nat-3o) European and North American countries. Since its founding, the admission of new member states has increased the alliance from the original 12 countries to 30. The most recent member state to be added to NATO was North Macedonia
NATO constitutes a system of collective
defence whereby its independent member states agree to mutual defence in response to an attack by any external party. NATO‘s Headquarters are located in Haren, Brussels, Belgium
Jens Stoltenberg - Secretary General of NATO

Question 26

The 6th Edition of SCO 1): 2021 hosted by 2) started at 3)
An Indian military contingent comprising of an all arms combined force of 200 personnel from Indian
Army and Indian Air force is participating in the exercise.

Answer 26

The 6th Edition of SCO Exercise Peaceful Mission: 2021 hosted by Russia started at Orenburg Region
An Indian military contingent comprising of an all arms combined force of 200 personnel from Indian
Army and Indian Air force is participating in the exercise.

Question 27

Shanghai Five into a regional structure of multilateral cooperation in various spheres was noted in the 1) of2) by the heads of State of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the People‘s Republic of China, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Russian Federation and the Republic of Tajikistan. The original five members, with the exclusion of Uzbekistan, were previously members of the Shanghai Five group, founded on 3). Since then, the organization has expanded its membership to eight states when India and Pakistan joined SCO as full members on 4) at a summit in 5). SCO is headquartered in Shanghai.

Answer 27

Shanghai Five into a regional structure of multilateral cooperation in various spheres was noted in the Dushanbe Declaration of 4 July 2000 by the heads of State of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the People‘s Republic of China, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Russian Federation and the Republic of Tajikistan. The original five members, with the exclusion of Uzbekistan, were previously members of the Shanghai Five group, founded on 26 April 1996. Since then, the organization has expanded its membership to eight states when India and Pakistan joined SCO as full members on 9 June 2017 at a summit in Astana, Kazakhstan. SCO is headquartered in Shanghai.

Question 28

UNWTO introduces first World Sports Tourism Congress, presented the first World Sports Tourism Congress and its programme, within the framework of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable
Development at the 1) in the 2)
UNWTO Headquarters are based in 3) since 1976.
. Can you identify the name of the Secretary General
of World Tourism Organization?

Answer 28

UNWTO introduces first World Sports Tourism Congress, presented the first World Sports Tourism Congress and its programme, within the framework of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable
Development at the Olympic Conference Centre in the Catalan town
UNWTO Headquarters are based in Madrid, Spain since 1976.
Answer: Zurab Pololikashvili

Question 29

Troops from China and Pakistan launched a joint anti-terror exercise as part of 1). The opening ceremony of the 2) was held at the 3)

Answer 29

Troops from China and Pakistan launched a joint anti-terror exercise as part of SCO Regional Anti-Terrorism Structure (RATS). The opening ceremony of the Joint Anti-Terrorist Exercise (JATE)-2021 was
held at the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) Pabbi

Question 30

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is one of the x) principal organs of the United Nations (UN),
serving as the main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the UN. Its powers, composition, functions, and procedures are set out in 1) of the 2) The UNGA is responsible for the UN budget, appointing 3), appointing the 4). The UNGA is the only UN organ wherein 5). The General Assembly meets under its 6) in annual sessions at UN headquarters in 7). The first session was convened on 8) in the Methodist Central Hall in London and included representatives of the 9)founding nations. y) was 8th President of the United Nations General Assembly.
who was elected as the first female President of the United Nations General Assembly
9) is the current president

Answer 30

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations (UN),
serving as the main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the UN. Its powers, composition, functions, and procedures are set out in Chapter IV of the United Nations Charter. The UNGA is responsible for the UN budget, appointing the non-permanent members to the Security Council, appointing the Secretary-General of the United Nation. The UNGA is the only UN organ wherein all member states have equal representation. The General Assembly meets under its president or the UN Secretary-General in annual sessions at UN headquarters in New York City. The first session was convened on 10 January 1946 in the Methodist Central Hall in London and included representatives of the 51 founding nations. Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit was 8th President of the United Nations General Assembly.
who was elected as the first female President of the United Nations General Assembly
Abdulla Shahid is the current president

Question 31

The 1) would discontinue the practice of issuing Doing Business report following an investigation prompted by internal reports of ―data irregularities‖ in its 2)and 3) edition . World Bank staff members changed data on China to improve its ranking on the ease of doing business, under pressure from the office of the then-World Bank president 4)
 Notably, in three reports, released in 2017, 2018 and 2019, India ranked among the top 10 economies showing ―the most notable improvement‖. The latest report, published in October 2019, placed India at 5) in Doing Business,

Answer 31

The World Bank would discontinue the practice of issuing Doing Business report following an investigation
prompted by internal reports of ―data irregularities‖ in its 2018 and 2020 editionWorld Bank staff members changed data on China to improve its ranking on the ease of doing business, under pressure from the office of the then-World Bank president Jim Yong Kim
 Notably, in three reports, released in 2017, 2018 and 2019, India ranked among the top 10 economies showing ―the most notable improvement‖. The latest report, published in October 2019, placed India at 63rd in Doing Business,

Question 32

The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. The World Bank Group comprises 1)institutions managed by their member countries. It was established in 2), the World Bank Group is headquartered in 3). 4) as President of the World Bank Group since 2019. Together, IBRD and IDA form the World Bank. 5) IDA focuses on the world‘s 6), while 7) IBRD assists 8)

Answer 32

The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. The World Bank Group comprises five institutions managed by their member countries. It was established in 1944, the World Bank Group is headquartered in Washington, D.C. David Robert Malpassserving as President of the World Bank Group since 2019. Together, IBRD and IDA form the World Bank. IDA focuses on the world‘s poorest countries, while IBRD assists middle-income and creditworthy poorer countries. The International Development Association (IDA)International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)

Question 33

Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying signs MoU with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
The Global Innovation Index (GII) 2021 prepared by the 1)
India has moved to 2)in 2021.

Answer 33

Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying signs MoU with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
The Global Innovation Index (GII) 2021 prepared by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO
India has moved to 46 in 2021.

Question 34

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is one of the 15 specialized agencies of the United
Nations (UN). Pursuant to the 1967 Convention Establishing the World Intellectual Property Organization, WIPO was created to promote and protect intellectual property (IP) across the world by cooperating with countries as well as international organizations. It began operations on 1)
The current Director General is Singaporean 2)It is headquartered in 3)

Answer 34

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is one of the 15 specialized agencies of the United
Nations (UN). Pursuant to the 1967 Convention Establishing the World Intellectual Property Organization, WIPO was created to promote and protect intellectual property (IP) across the world by cooperating with countries as well as international organizations. It began operations on 26 April 1970
The current Director General is Singaporean Daren Tang, former head of the Intellectual
Property Office of Singapore, It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland

Question 35

The 1) is the Core Banking Solution of the RBI which enables each bank to connect their single
current account across the country. Utility of 1) is that it is used to conduct exercises like auctioning
of government securities
2) and 3) Card have joined hands to launch the BPCL SBI Card co-branded RuPay Contactless Credit Card.
RuPay (Rupee and Payment) is an Indian multinational financial services and payment service system, conceived and launched by the 4)
e-RUPI- . It has been developed by 5) on its 6) platform, in collaboration with the 7), 8) and 9)

Answer 35

The e-Kuber is the Core Banking Solution of the RBI which enables each bank to connect their single
current account across the country. Utility of e-kuber is that it is used to conduct exercises like auctioning
of government securities
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and SBI Card have joined hands to launch the ‗BPCL SBI Card co-branded RuPay Contactless Credit Card.
RuPay (Rupee and Payment) is an Indian multinational financial services and payment service system, conceived and launched by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
e-RUPI- . It has been developed by National Payments Corporation of India on its UPI platform, in collaboration with the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and National Health Authority.

Question 36

The 1) aims to have a common charging port for mobile phones, tablets and headphones
, a USB-C connector will become the standard port for all smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, portable speakers and handheld videogame consoles.

Answer 36

The EU aims to have a common charging port for mobile phones, tablets and headphones
, a USB-C connector will become the standard port for all smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, portable speakers and handheld videogame consoles.

Question 37

The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 1) member states that are located primarily in
Europe. A monetary union was established in 2) coming into full force in 3) and is composed of 4)
member states which use the euro currency. The union and EU citizenship were established when the
5) Treaty came into force in 6). The EU traces its origins to the 7) and the 8), established, respectively, by the 9) and 10). The original member states of what came to be known as the European Communities were the Inner Six: 11). The 12) became the first member state to leave the EU on 13). 14) - President of the European Commission 15) - President of the European Council

Answer 37

The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 member states that are located primarily in
Europe. A monetary union was established in 1999, coming into full force in 2002, and is composed of 19
member states which use the euro currency. The union and EU citizenship were established when the
Maastricht Treaty came into force in 1993. The EU traces its origins to the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC) and the European Economic Community (EEC), established, respectively, by the 1951 Treaty of Paris and 1957 Treaty of Rome. The original member states of what came to be known as the European Communities were the Inner Six: Belgium, France, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and West Germany. The United Kingdom became the first member state to leave the EU on 31 January 2020. Ursula Gertrud von der Leyen - President of the European Commission Charles Michel - President of the European Council

Question 38

1) located in the Himalayan State of Sikkim has been conferred with the prestigious Blue Planet Prize by 2)
The power station has been built, owned and being operated by NHPC
3)(HSAP) is the leading international tool for measuring the sustainability of hydropower projects
NHPC Limited is an Indian government hydropower
board under the ownership of Ministry of Power,
Where would you find Teesta –V power station that
has recently been conferred with the ‘ Blue Planet
Prize’?

Answer 38

NHPC‘s 510 MW Teesta-V Power Station located in the Himalayan State of Sikkim has been conferred
with the prestigious Blue Planet Prize by International Hydropower Association (IHA)
The power station has been built, owned and being operated by NHPC
The Hydropower Sustainability Assessment Protocol (HSAP) is the leading international tool for measuring the sustainability of hydropower projects
NHPC Limited (erstwhile National Hydroelectric Power Corporation) is an Indian government hydropower
board under the ownership of Ministry of Power,
Answer: Sikkim

Question 39

Union Minister of Steel Shri Ram Chandra Prasad Singh Launches Dashboard 2.0 of Ministry of Steel
Stressed loans, which are in default for more than 60 days or classified as non-performing assets (NPA), can
be transferred to ARCs. This shall include loan exposures classified as 1) as on the date of transfer.

Answer 39

Union Minister of Steel Shri Ram Chandra Prasad Singh Launches Dashboard 2.0 of Ministry of Steel
Stressed loans, which are in default for more than 60 days or classified as non-performing assets (NPA), can
be transferred to ARCs. This shall include loan exposures classified as fraud as on the date of transfer.

Question 40

A study by Indian scientists has shown how conditions and events in the solar atmosphere like coronal mass
ejections influence the accuracy of space weather prediction, which is crucial for the health of our satellites.
This understanding will aid the interpretation of data from the upcoming 1), India‘s first solar mission.
The space weather near the Earth is mainly due to Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs), which are frequent explosive expulsions of huge magnetized plasma from the Sun into its surroundings that can blow past the Earth.
 In the present work, astronomers led by 2) of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru
1) is a planned corobagraphy spacecraft to study solar atmosphere, currently being designed and developed by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) first dedicated Indian mission to observe Sun, it is planned to be launched in
third quarter of 2022 aboard a 3) rocket.

Answer 40

A study by Indian scientists has shown how conditions and events in the solar atmosphere like coronal mass
ejections influence the accuracy of space weather prediction, which is crucial for the health of our satellites.
This understanding will aid the interpretation of data from the upcoming Aditya-L1, India‘s first solar mission.
s. The space weather near the
Earth is mainly due to Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs), which are frequent explosive expulsions of huge
magnetized plasma from the Sun into its surroundings that can blow past the Earth.
 In the present work, astronomers led by Dr. Wageesh Mishra of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru
Aditya (Sun) or Aditya-L1 is a planned corobagraphy spacecraft to study solar atmosphere, currently being
designed and developed by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) first dedicated Indian mission to observe Sun, it is planned to be launched in
third quarter of 2022 aboard a PSLV-XL rocket.

Question 41

Sikkim declares ‘1) ‘ as state fish
Cooper Mahseer - 2014 the fish was
also categorized as endangered by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature).

Answer 41

Sikkim declares ‘Katley‘ as state fish
Cooper Mahseer - 2014 the fish was
also categorized as endangered by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature).

Question 42

Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced that India now has 10 International Blue Flag
beaches with the addition of 1) in Tamil Nadu and 2) in Puducherry beaches this year
 The 3) in 4)(FEE), which accords the globally recognised eco- label - the Blue Flag certification has also given re-certification for eight nominated beaches
names - ?
―Blue Flag‖ is an indication of 100 per cent compliance to these 5) stringent criteria and sound
health of the beach, the release said.
India has launched its own eco-label BEAMS 6 )under 7)

Answer 42

Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced that India now has 10 International Blue Flag
beaches with the addition of Kovalam in Tamil Nadu and Eden in Puducherry beaches this year
 The Foundation for Environment Education in Denmark (FEE), which accords the globally recognised eco-label - the Blue Flag certification has also given re-certification for eight nominated beaches—Shivrajpur
(Gujarat), Ghoghla (Diu), Kasarkod and Padubidri (Karnataka), Kappad (Kerala), Rushikonda (Andhra
Pradesh), Golden (Odisha), and Radhanagar (Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
―Blue Flag‖ is an indication of 100 per cent compliance to these 33 stringent criteria and sound
health of the beach, the release said.
India has launched its own eco-label BEAMS (Beach Environment & Aesthetics Management Services) under ICZM (Integrated Coastal Zone Management)

Question 43

India conducted flight-test of the 1) km range Agni V missile with the 1st user trial of Intercontinental Range Ballistic Missile (ICBM) indicating its early induction in the Armed Forces.
2) and 3) have developed the Agni-V Intercontinental Ballistic Missile. The Agni V missile can carry a nuclear payload of 4)
 The country had planned to induct Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Agni-V in 2020 after the hat-trick preinduction trials in 2018
Besides India, only seven countries, including 5)
possess Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles in their defence arsenal.
 Meanwhile, China questioned India‘s plan to conduct the trial of an intercontinental-range ballistic missile,
citing the 6)
6), adopted unanimously on 6 June 7), after hearing of nuclear tests conducted by India and Pakistan in May 7) , the Council condemned the tests and demanded that both countries refrain from engaging in further tests

Answer 43

India conducted flight-test of the 5,000-km range Agni V missile with the 1st user trial of IntercontinentalRange Ballistic Missile (ICBM) indicating its early induction in the Armed Forces.
 Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) have
developed the Agni-V Intercontinental Ballistic Missile. The Agni V missile can carry a nuclear payload of
1,500 kg.
 The country had planned to induct Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Agni-V in 2020 after the hat-trick preinduction trials in 2018
Besides India, only seven countries, including the US, UK, Russia, China, France, Israel and North Korea
possess Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles in their defence arsenal.
 Meanwhile, China questioned India‘s plan to conduct the trial of an intercontinental-range ballistic missile,
citing the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1172.
United Nations Security Council resolution 1172, adopted unanimously on 6 June 1998, after hearing of nuclear tests conducted by India and Pakistan in May 1998, the Council condemned the tests and demanded that both countries refrain from engaging in further tests

Question 44

Rare discovery‘: New species of 1) shark of Jurassic age found in Rajasthan‘s Jaisalmer
The International Astronomical Union has named a crater at the Moon‘s 1) pole after the 2) explorer 3) a Black man who in 4)was one of the first people to stand at the very top of the world

Answer 44

Rare discovery‘: New species of hybodont shark of Jurassic age found in Rajasthan‘s Jaisalmer
The International Astronomical Union has named a crater at the Moon‘s South Pole after the Arctic
explorer Matthew Henson, a Black man who in 1909 was one of the first people to stand at the very top of the world

Question 45

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the International Crops Research Institute for the
Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) sing
1) , WFP India Representative and Country Director, and 2), DirectorGeneral of ICRISAT, have signed a memorandum of understanding in this regard.Where would you find the headquarters of ICRISAT?

Answer 45

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the International Crops Research Institute for the
Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
Bishow Parajuli, WFP India Representative and Country Director, and Jacqueline Hughes, DirectorGeneral of ICRISAT, have signed a memorandum of understanding in this regard.
Answer: Hyderabad

Question 46

1) set to be first Indian sports league to launch unique digital collectibles
2) became the first Formula One driver to win 100 races with victory in the Russian Grand

Answer 46

ISL( Indian Super League) set to be first Indian sports league to launch unique digital collectibles
 Lewis Hamilton became the first Formula One driver to win 100 races with victory in the Russian Grand

Question 47

First edition of Himalayan Film Festival will begin from September 24 in Ladakhcollaboration with the 1) and 2)

Government of India decides to appoint Air Marshal V 3) as next Chief of IAF

For the first time ever, BRO appoints woman Army officer as in-charge of road construction unit- r Major Aaina, Captain Anjana, Bhawana Josh , Vishnumaya K

Answer 47

First edition of Himalayan Film Festival will begin from September 24 in Ladakhcollaboration with the Directorate of Film Festivals (DIFF) and Ministry of Information and Broadcasting

Government of India decides to appoint Air Marshal V R Chaudhari as next Chief of IAF
For the first time ever, BRO appoints woman Army officer as in-charge of road construction unit- r Major Aaina, Captain Anjana, Bhawana Josh, Vishnumaya K

Question 48

Former UK 1) now WHO ambassador for global health financing

2) (CISF) officer Geeta Samota created history as she became the ―fastest
Indian to summit two peaks located in Africa and Russia - 2) and 3) in Russia.

India‘s 3) elected as first woman chairperson of ICAO(International Civil Aviation Organization) Aviation Security Committee

Answer 48

Former UK PM Gordon Brown now WHO ambassador for global health financing

Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) officer Geeta Samota created history as she became the ―fastest
Indian‖ to summit two peaks located in Africa and Russia - d Mount Kilimanjaro ,Mount Elbrus in Russia.

India‘s Shefali Juneja elected as first woman chairperson of ICAO Aviation Security Committee

Question 49

1) was designated by the United Nations General Assembly as the International Day for the
Preservation of the Ozone Layer. T
his year‘s theme for the International Day for the Prevention of the Ozone Layer is 2)

Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 3) 2021 Theme: 4)

International Day of Sign Languages 5) September
 The 2021 theme, declared by the World Federation of the Deaf, is ―6)

Answer 49

September 16 was designated by the United Nations General Assembly as the International Day for the
Preservation of the Ozone Layer. This year‘s theme for the International Day for the Prevention of the Ozone
Layer is ‗Montreal Protocol — Keeping us, our food, and vaccines cool
Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September  2021 Theme: Recovering better for an equitable and sustainable world.
International Day of Sign Languages 23 September
 The 2021 theme, declared by the World Federation of the Deaf, is ―We Sign For Human Rights,

Question 50

World Rhino Day is marked every year on 1) This year, the theme of World Rhino Day is ―2)

World Pharmacist Day 2021 is being celebrated on 3)
 The theme declared for World Pharmacist Day 2021 is 4)

Answer 50

World Rhino Day is marked every year on 22 September This year, the theme of World Rhino Day is ―Keep the Five Alive.‖

World Pharmacist Day 2021 is being celebrated on September 25
 The theme declared for World Pharmacist Day 2021 is ―Pharmacy: Always Trusted For Your Health

Question 51

1) of Bangladesh has been chosen for the 2021 Changemaker Award for her work
promoting good health and well-being by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
1) is co-founder of 2)l which is an anonymous online platform active in the field of mental health.

The Goalkeepers is the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation‘s campaign to accelerate progress towards the 3) announced by the UN in 4)

Answer 51

 Fairooz Faizah Beether of Bangladesh has been chosen for the 2021 Changemaker Award for her work
promoting good health and well-being by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Fairooz Faizah is co-founder of Moner School which is an anonymous online platform active in
the field of mental health.
The Goalkeepers is the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation‘s campaign to accelerate progress towards the
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) announced by the UN in 2015

Question 52

President Shri Ram Nath Kovind gives away National Florence Nightingale Award 2020 to 1)
National Florence Nightingale Award is the highest national distinction a nurse can achieve for selfless
devotion and exceptional professionalism

Answer 52

President Shri Ram Nath Kovind gives away National Florence Nightingale Award 2020 to Brigadier S V Saraswati
National Florence Nightingale Award is the highest national distinction a nurse can achieve for selfless
devotion and exceptional professionalism

Question 53

1) conferred award for 2) steady progress in achieving UN SDGs by the UN sponsored 3)
The 3) was set up in 4) under the auspices of the UN Secretary General. Led by development economist 5)
Answer: Sheikh Hasina
Answer: Phumzile Mlambo Ngcuka

Answer 53

PM Sheikh Hasina conferred award for Bangladesh‘s steady progress in achieving UN SDGs by the UN sponsored Sustainable
Development Solutions Network (SDSN)
The SDSN was set up in 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary General. Led by development economist Jeoffery Sachs
Can you identify the winner of the UN Sustainable
Development Award for the year 2021?
The UN -2021 Global Peacekeeper Award has been
won by __________

Question 54

Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia‘s documentary ―1) has won the 2) at the 3)
Ruskin Bond, Vinod Kumar Shukla and six others named for 4) Fellowship

Answer 54

Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia‘s documentary ―A Night of Knowing Nothing‖ has won the Amplify
Voices Award at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)
Ruskin Bond, Vinod Kumar Shukla and six others named for Sahitya Akademi Fellowship

Question 55

Answer: Debabrata Mukharjee
Answer: Sayed Akbaruddin
Answer: Tehri Dam / Uttarakhand

Answer 55

He is the newly appointed chairperson of the Audit
Bureau of Circulation (ABC). Name him.
.Can you identify the author of the upcoming book
“ India Vs UK”?
Can you identify the name of the tallest dam of India
and the state in which it is located?