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8th May Flashcards

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SEBI introduces Framework for
Stock Exchanges to supervise RAs &
Ias

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Requirements for recognition:
1.Operational for at least 15 years.
2.Net worth of at least Rs 200 crore.
Nationwide terminals and investor service
centers in 20 cities.
3.
Provide a grievance redressal mechanism,
including online dispute resolution

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2
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UNICEF India Welcomes _____ as
National Ambassador

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Kareena Kapoor Khan

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3
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_______: Former Boeing CEO Dies

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Frank Shrontz

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AFC U-23 Football Asian Cup

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The Japanese men’s under-23 football
team etched their name in history by
clinching the AFC U-23 Asian Cup for the
second time, defeating Uzbekistan in a
final at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium in
Doha, Qatar

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5
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_____ Storms to Maiden F1
Victory at Miami Grand Prix

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Lando Norris

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Nepal government has recently (in may ‘24) introduced the new currency note featuring a
map which includes the controversial border territories of Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and
Kalapani in its strategic northwest trijunction between India, Nepal and China.
What was the denomination of the currency note?

A

Rs 100
Nepal shares a border of over 1,850 km with 5 Indian states – Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar,
Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

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1.In January 2024, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi Launched a commemorative Coin of ____, to
honour the first Vibrant Gujarat-2024 Summit of Amrit Kaal.
3. January 2024,To mark the 75th Republic Day celebration, Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of
Defence ____commemorative silver coin, and a postage stamp of 75th Republic Day Celebrations. It
is minted by Indian Government Mint, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
4.In April 2024, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi addressed the opening ceremony of RBI@90, as
the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) marked its 90th year on April 1, 2024. The ceremony took place at
National Centre for the Performing Arts in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
i.A special ______ coin was unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to commemorate 90 years of
RBI.

A

Rs 20
Rs 75
Rs 90

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8
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Which Financial Institution recently (in may ‘24) signed the Master Risk Participation
Agreement (MRPA) with Citigroup Inc. (Citi) to enhance supply chain financing for Small and
Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) across Asia-Pacific?

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Asian Development Bank

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9
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India and Ghana have recently (in may ‘24) agreed to operationalise __________ within a period
of 6 months at the 4th session of India-Ghana Joint Trade Committee (JTC) held in Accra,
Ghana.

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Unified Payment Interface

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10
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Which mutual fund company has recently (in may ‘24) launched Nifty Mid Small-Cap 400
Momentum Quality 100 Exchange Traded Fund(ETF), India’s 1st mutual fund scheme with 50
Mid-Cap and 50 Small-Cap stocks ?

A

Mirae AMF
* Benchmark Index: Nifty Midsmallcap400 Momentum Quality 100 total return Index.
* Minimum investment: Rs 5000 and in multiples of Re. 1 thereafter.

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11
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In May 2024, the India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) Private Limited , a wholly owned
subsidiary of Fitch group, raised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for
fiscal year 2024-2025 (FY25) to______ from 6.5%.

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7.1%

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12
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Which Small Finance Bank has recently (in may ‘24) partnered with CCAvenue to empower
merchants by granting them access to it’s extensive customer base?

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Shivalik Small Finance Bank

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13
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Tata Steel Special Economic Zone Limited (TSSEZL) and HHP Five Private Limited (Hygenco)
has recently (in may ‘24) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to
establish___________ project in Odisha’s Ganjam district.

A

Green Hydrogen

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14
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.UNICEF(United Nations Children’s Fund) India has recently (in may ‘24) named bollywood
actress Kareena Kapoor Khan as its __________.

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National celebrity Ambassador

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15
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In Which city, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted the
first ignition test on the Semi Cryogenic Pre-Burner Ignition Test Article on 2nd May 2024?

A

Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu

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16
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In May 2024, The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian Army were planned to jointly deploy
________ Predator drones at air bases in Gorakhpur and Sarsawa, Uttar Pradesh

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MQ-9B

17
Q

In May 2024, Lando Norris (United Kingdom) won the Miami Grand Prix 2024.
Lando Norris represents which racing company?

A

McLaren

18
Q

In May 2024, Frank Anderson Shrontz, Chairman Emeritus of _________(Company) the global
aerospace manufacturers based in the United States of America(USA), passed away at the age
of 92.

A

Boeing Company

19
Q

When was the World Portuguese Language Day 2024 observed across the globe?

A

) 5th May

20
Q

When was the African World Heritage Day (AWHD) 2024 observed across the globe?

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5th May
Theme: “Safeguarding Africa’s Heritage through Education

21
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When was the International No Diet Day (INDD) 2024 observed across the globe ?

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6th May
* The symbol of International No Diet Day is a light blue ribbon.
* The theme of INDD 2024 is “Embrace Yourself: Reject Diet Culture, Love You”

22
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When was the World Cartoonist Day 2024 observed across the globe?

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5th May

23
Q

Ghana

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Ghana:
Capital – Accra
Currency – Ghanaian Cedi (GHS)

24
Q

Which drone manufacturer has recently (in may ‘24) signed an agreement with Indian
Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) for spraying agricultural products on up to 30
lakh acres of farmland?

A

Drone Destination

25
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Which steel company has recently (in May ‘24) supplied 3 mm special alloy steel sheets for
structural application in the Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system?

A

Jindal Stainless Ltd

26
Q

Citi Group (Citi)

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About Citi Group (Citi):
Chief Executive Officer(CEO)– Jane Fraser
Headquarters– New York, The United States of America(USA)

27
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. India shares the ________ longest border with Nepal.

A

4th

28
Q

In which state Lakh-Bahosi Bird Sanctuary is located?

A

UP

29
Q

. In May 2024, the Indian Rubber Manufacturers Research Institute (IRMRI) and _________
announced the successful completion of India’s first initiative to incorporate blockchain
innovations across the rubber sector.

A

Emertech Innovations Pvt Ltd

30
Q

. In which state Takhni-Rehmapur Wildlife Sanctuary is located?

A

Punjab

31
Q

Weightlifting Player Oleksandr Pielieshenko participated in the 2016 Rio de
Janeiro(Brazil) Olympics in the 85kg light-heavyweight category and finished fourth.
He is from _________ (country)

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Ukraine

32
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n which state Kanger Valley National Park is located?

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Chhattisgarh

33
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Bank of India:

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About Bank of India:
Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO) – Rajneesh Karnataka
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established in – 1906
Tagline – Relationship Beyond Banking

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