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Who was appointed as the Managing Director of SBI in December 2024?

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Rama Mohan Rao Amara was appointed as the Managing Director of the State Bank of India for a period of three years.

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What is the origin date of the State Bank of India?

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The State Bank of India originated from the establishment of the Bank of Calcutta on 2 June 1806.

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When was the Imperial Bank of India established?

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The Imperial Bank of India was established on 27 January 1921.

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When was the State Bank of India nationalized?

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The State Bank of India was nationalized by the Indian government in 1955.

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Who was reappointed as Nepal’s Ambassador to India?

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Dr. Shankar Prasad Sharma was reappointed as the Resident Ambassador of Nepal to India.

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Who assumed command of Air Force Station Hakimpet in December 2024?

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Air Commodore Vikassheel Singh Saini assumed command of Air Force Station Hakimpet.

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Who did Air Commodore Vikassheel Singh Saini succeed?

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He succeeded Air Commodore Pankaj Jain.

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What award was Air Commodore Saini recognized with?

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Air Commodore Saini was awarded the Vayu Sena Medal by the President of India on 26 January 2018.

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Who was appointed as the new RBI Governor in December 2024?

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Sanjay Malhotra was appointed as the new RBI Governor for a three-year term.

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What position did Sanjay Malhotra hold before becoming RBI Governor?

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He was the Revenue Secretary to the Government of India.

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When did Sanjay Malhotra start his career as an IAS officer?

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He was a 1990 Batch Rajasthan Cadre IAS Officer.

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Who did Sanjay Malhotra replace as RBI Governor?

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He replaced Shaktikanta Das, whose tenure ends on December 10.

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When was Shaktikanta Das appointed as RBI Governor?

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Shaktikanta Das was appointed as the 25th Governor of the RBI on December 12, 2018.

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When did the Reserve Bank of India commence operations?

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The Reserve Bank of India commenced operations on 1 April 1935.

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What is the primary responsibility of the Reserve Bank of India?

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It is responsible for the control, issue, and maintaining supply of the Indian rupee.

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What is the composition of the Reserve Bank of India?

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The RBI consists of one Governor, four Deputy Governors, and ten government-nominated Directors.

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What commission’s recommendations led to the establishment of the RBI?

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The RBI was set up based on the recommendations of the 1926 Royal Commission on Indian Currency and Finance, also known as the Hilton Young Commission.

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When was the Reserve Bank of India nationalized?

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The RBI was nationalized on 1 January 1949.

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Who directs the overall operations of the RBI?

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The overall direction of the RBI lies with the 21-member central board of directors.

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Who are typically the Finance Ministry Representatives on the RBI board?

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They are usually the Economic Affairs Secretary and the Financial Services Secretary.

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Who was the first Governor of the RBI?

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Sir Osborne Arkell Smith

He was Australian.

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Who was the first Indian Governor of the RBI?

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Sir CD Deshmukh

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What is the annual brand sales turnover of GCMMF (Amul)?

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Rs 80,000 crores

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Who is the current Economic Affairs Secretary?
Ajay Seth
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Who has been appointed as the Managing Director of Amul for a tenure till 2029-30?
Jayen Mehta
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What is the former name of RBL Bank?
Ratnakar Bank Limited
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In what year was RBL Bank founded?
1943
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What role did the Supreme Court appoint Amici Curiae to fulfill?
To examine carbon emission rules
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What does 'Amicus curiae' mean?
Friend of the court
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Who was appointed as the Principal Secretary to Maharashtra CM Fadnavis?
Ashwini Bhide
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Who is the new country manager and vice president for Google India?
Preeti Lobana
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Who was appointed as the Chairman of the Telangana Film Development Corporation?
Dil Raju
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Who is the new Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh?
K. Vijayanand
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Fill in the blank: The Supreme Court has appointed two lawyers as ______ to assist in examining carbon emissions.
Amici Curiae
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True or False: Ajay Seth is the outgoing revenue secretary.
False
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What is the primary function of an Amicus curiae?
To provide information, expertise, or insight relevant to a legal case
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Who was the first Governor of the RBI?
Sir Osborne Arkell Smith ## Footnote He was Australian.
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Who was the first Indian Governor of the RBI?
Sir CD Deshmukh
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What is the annual brand sales turnover of GCMMF (Amul)?
Rs 80,000 crores
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Who is the current Economic Affairs Secretary?
Ajay Seth
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Who has been appointed as the Managing Director of Amul for a tenure till 2029-30?
Jayen Mehta
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What is the former name of RBL Bank?
Ratnakar Bank Limited
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In what year was RBL Bank founded?
1943
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What role did the Supreme Court appoint Amici Curiae to fulfill?
To examine carbon emission rules
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What does 'Amicus curiae' mean?
Friend of the court
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Who was appointed as the Principal Secretary to Maharashtra CM Fadnavis?
Ashwini Bhide
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Who is the new country manager and vice president for Google India?
Preeti Lobana
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Who was appointed as the Chairman of the Telangana Film Development Corporation?
Dil Raju
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Who is the new Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh?
K. Vijayanand
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Fill in the blank: The Supreme Court has appointed two lawyers as ______ to assist in examining carbon emissions.
Amici Curiae
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True or False: Ajay Seth is the outgoing revenue secretary.
False
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What is the primary function of an Amicus curiae?
To provide information, expertise, or insight relevant to a legal case
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What is NABL?
National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories ## Footnote NABL is a constituent board of the Quality Council of India (QCI) that works to improve the quality of testing and calibration services.
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Who was appointed as the Chairperson of NABL?
Dr. Sandip Shah ## Footnote Dr. Sandip Shah's appointment aims to enhance trust in products and services used by consumers.
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What is the main objective of NABL?
To improve the quality of testing and calibration services ## Footnote This ensures trust in products and services used by consumers, businesses, and regulators.
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Who is the new Revenue Secretary in the Ministry of Finance?
IAS officer Arunish Chawla ## Footnote Chawla previously served as secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals.
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What is the Quality Council of India (QCI)?
A premier autonomous body set up by the Government of India ## Footnote QCI focuses on quality standards across various sectors.
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What campaign has QCI launched?
Gunvatta Se Atmanirbharta: India's quality movement ## Footnote This campaign aims to promote quality in various sectors.
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Who was appointed as the 9th Chairperson of NHRC?
Former SC judge V. Ramasubramanian ## Footnote His appointment was made by President Murmu.
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What is the composition of NHRC?
A chairperson and five members ## Footnote The members include a retired Chief Justice or a Supreme Court judge, and three individuals with knowledge in human rights.
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When was NHRC established?
October 12, 1993 ## Footnote It was established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
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What is required for the NHRC Chairperson position?
Either a retired Chief Justice of India or a judge of the Supreme Court ## Footnote This ensures that the chairperson has significant legal expertise.
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What is the role of the Selection Committee in NHRC appointments?
To recommend the chairperson and members to the President of India ## Footnote The committee consists of six members.
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How many ex-officio members are in the NHRC?
Seven ex-officio members ## Footnote This includes the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities.
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True or False: The NHRC includes members from the National Commission for Minorities.
True ## Footnote The NHRC works alongside various commissions, including those for minorities and women.
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Fill in the blank: The NHRC Chairperson position was vacant since the term of Justice (retd) _______.
Arun Kumar Mishra ## Footnote Justice Mishra's term ended on June 1, 2024.
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Who are the members of the NHRC?
A chairperson and five members including a retired Chief Justice or Supreme Court judge, and three individuals with human rights experience ## Footnote At least one member must be a woman.
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Who heads the Selection Committee?
The Prime Minister
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List the members of the Selection Committee.
* Union Home Minister * Speaker of the Lok Sabha * Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha * Leader of the Opposition of Lok Sabha * Leader of the Opposition of Rajya Sabha
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What is the term of the NHRC Chairperson and Members?
Three years or seventy years whichever is earlier.
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Are NHRC Chairperson and Members eligible for reappointment?
Yes, if not attained seventy years of age.
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How can NHRC Chairperson and Members resign?
By addressing a letter to the President.
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Who was appointed as Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court?
Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhawalia
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Who was appointed as Chief Justice of Uttarakhand High Court?
Justice Narender G.
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What is the appointment authority for Chief Justice and Judges of the High Courts?
The President under clause (1) of Article 217 of the Constitution
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Who is the new Governor of Odisha?
Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati
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Who is the new Governor of Mizoram?
Union Minister General Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd.)
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What is the new designation of Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan?
Governor of Bihar
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Who is the new Governor of Kerala?
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
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Who is the new Governor of Manipur?
Former Home secretary Ajay Bhalla
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What does Article 153 of the Constitution state?
There shall be a Governor for each state.
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How is the Governor appointed according to Article 155?
By the President
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What is the term of office for a Governor as per Article 156?
Five years
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Fill in the blank: A single person can be appointed as the Governor for ______ states.
two or more
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Who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM)?
Suman Bery
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Who did Suman Bery replace as Chairman of EAC-PM?
Bibek Debroy
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What is the role of EAC-PM?
To give advice on economic and related issues to the Government of India, specifically to the Prime Minister.
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What are the qualifications for appointment as Governor according to Article 157?
* Citizen of India * Completed the age of thirty
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What does Article 158 state about the Governor's office?
Governor shall not be a member of either House of Parliament or of a House of the Legislature of any State.
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Who was appointed a member of the Bahrain International Commercial Court?
Retired Supreme Court judge Sanjay Kishan Kaul
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What does Article 163 state regarding the Governor?
There is a Council of Ministers with the Chief Minister at the head to aid and advise the Governor.
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