November Flashcards
Which state/UT has the highest population density with 11,320 people per square
kilometer?
Delhi
Explanation:
On October 31, 2019, the union minister of Health and Family Welfare (HFW), Science and technology
and earth science, Shri Harsh Vardhan released the 14th edition of the National Health Profile(NHP)
2019. Delhi reported the highest population density with 11,320 people per square kilometre while
the lowest was in Arunachal Pradesh with density of 17.
Name the two Union Territories(UT) of India, whose new political map of India was
released?
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh
On November 2, 2019, A day after the bifurcation of the state Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) into two Union territories (UT) – Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh, the Union Home minister Amit Shah has released a new political map of India showing 28 states and 9 Union territories.
Which organization has redrawn the new political map after the official formation of the UT of
J&K, and Ladakh?
Survey of India
Explanation:
On November 2, 2019, A day after the bifurcation of the state Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) into two Union territories (UT) – Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh, the Union Home minister Amit Shah has released a new political map of India showing 28 states and 9 Union territories. He also separately released a map showing the administrative boundaries of the Union territories of J&K and Ladakh. The map has been redrawn by Survey of India, Department of Science & Technology
- Find the district which is not the part of new Union Territory Ladakh?
1) Chilhas
2) Poonch
3) Kargil
4) Gilgit Wazarat
5) None of these
Poonch
Explanation:
The new UT of Ladakh consists of 2 districts of Kargil and Leh & areas such as Gilgit, Gilgit Wazarat,
Chilhas and the Tribal Territory of 1947 that have been occupied by Pakistan are included in the
Ladakh UT. The Leh district has been defined in the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization (Removal of
Difficulties) Second Order, 2019.The rest of the former State of Jammu and Kashmir such as Kupwara,
Baramulla, Bandipur, Ganderbal, Srinagar, Pulwama, Poonch, Budgam, Shopian, Anantnag, Kulgam,
Kishtwar, Rajouri, Reasi, Ramban, Doda, Jammu, Udhampur, Samba, Kathua & other areas in Pakistan
occupied Kashmir (PoK) such as Mirpur and Muzaffarabad have been included in the new UT of J&K.
Using which fund, recommended Anti-Human-Trafficking-Units (AHTUs) and Women Help
Desks (WHDs) will be set up?
Nirbhaya Fund
On November 2, 2019, The govt. of India is to set up and strengthen Anti-Human-Trafficking-Units
(AHTUs) and Women Help Desks (WHDs) in police stations across the country for the safety and security
of women and girl victims of trafficking. Setting up of WHDs in 10,000 police stations and AHTUs in
the remaining districts of India, costing Rs. 100cr each which was recommended to be borne by the
government under the Nirbhaya Fund.
Where was the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Joint Exercise on Urban
Earthquake Search & Rescue (SCOJTEx)- 2019 held?
New Delhi, India
. Name the joint naval exercise of India & Indonesia that held in Bay of Bengal from
November 6-7,2019?
Samudra Shakti 2019
Which state topped among the 18 large-medium states in the overall ranking of Indian
States on justice delivery as per the “India Justice Report 2019”?
Maharashtra
Explanation:
On November 7 2019, According to ‘India Justice Report 2019’, Maharashtra is the topest state among
the 18 large-medium states that leads in the overall ranking of Indian States on justice delivery,
followed by Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Punjab. In this classification, Jharkhand, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh
are at the bottom
Based on how many pillars, ‘India Justice Report 2019’ was released?
4
Explanation:
The report covers the justice of delivery on police, judiciary, prisons and legal aid. Maharashtra is the
toppest state among the 18 large-medium states that leads in the overall ranking of Indian States on
justice delivery while among the list of seven smaller States, Goa leads the group
In which port, the world’s first CNG (Compressed natural gas) port terminal is going to be built?
Bhavnagar port
By which year, Delhi is set to become the world’s largest metropolis overtaking Tokyo?
2028
Explanation:
The conclave aims to encourage deeper participation from all the stakeholders to address various
issues related to the development of the largest metropolitan region of the world. As per a report by
the United Nation (UN), by 2028, Delhi is set to become the world’s largest metropolis overtaking
Tokyo.
Which country is set to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation(SCO)’s
19th council of heads of government in the year 2020?
India
Explanation:
On November 12, 2019, Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation(SCO) Vladimir
Norov, announced that India would host the 19th council of heads of government in 2020. The
meeting will be organized in New Delhi. This is the first time India will be hosting the meeting after its
admission into SCO as a member in 2017.
. In which state, President’s rule was imposed on November 12, 2019?
Maharashtra
Explanation:
On November 12, 2019, President’s rule was imposed in Maharashtra after President Ram Nath
Govind approves Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari’s recommendation on the deadlock of government
formation in the state. The reason behind the president’s rule is the Power tussle over chief minister
post between BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) and Shiv Sena.
How many times the President’s rule has been imposed in Maharashtra, in a 59year
history?
3
Explanation:
The first time when Maharashtra was under President’s rule was in February 1980, when the Indira
Gandhi government dismissed the Progressive Democratic Front (PDF) government headed by Sharad
Pawar. After this, it was imposed on September 28, 2014, when Prithviraj Chavan resigned as Chief
Minister. Now, it’s for the 3rd time in the 59-year-old history of the state when Article 356 has been
invoked due to the inability of political parties to form a government after an assembly election.
Maharashtra came into existence on May 1, 1960.
Who headed the 5-member Supreme Court (SC) constituted bench that gave its final
judgment on the long-disputed Ayodhya case to construct a Ram temple at Ayodhya site in
Uttar Pradesh?
Ranjan Gogoi
Explanation:
On November 9, 2019, the Supreme Court (SC) gave its final judgment on the long-disputed Ayodhya
case to construct a Ram temple at Ayodhya site in Uttar Pradesh. It has also directed the center to
allocate a separate land of 5 acres for the Sunni Waqf Board for building a Mosque. A 5-member SC
constitution bench, headed by Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi announced the Ayodhya Ram
Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid title suitcase.
Under which act, Supreme Court(SC) has announced that the office of the Chief Justice of
India (CJI) as a public authority?
Right to Information (RTI) Act 2005
Explanation:
On November 13, 2019, the Supreme Court(SC) announced that the office of the Chief Justice of India
(CJI) as a public authority under the transparency law, the Right to Information (RTI) Act 2005. The
judgement in this regard was made by a 5 judge constitution bench headed by CJ Ranjan Gogoi.
How much amount was pledged by India to contribute for the UN Development Activities
for the year 2020?
$13.5 million
Explanation:
On November 15, 2019 the United Nations (UN), has announced India’s pledge to contribute $13.5
million for UN development activities 2020 for various operational activities of the UN. It was
announced at the UN General Assembly (UNGA) pledging conference for development activities by
Anjani Kumar, Counsellor at India’s Permanent Mission to the UN.
. Which country’s citizen have received the Visa-On-Arrival facility from India on November
16,2019?
United Arab Emirates(UAE)
Explanation:
On November 16,2019 govt. of India has extended its Visa-On-Arrival facility to the citizens of the
United Arab Emirates(UAE). This announcement was done as part of the aim of strengthening people
to people and trade links as well as strategic ties by both the nations. Visa-On-Arrival duration: The
Visa-On-Arrival for the UAE citizens is available for a period of 60 days. The 60- day Visa-On-Arrival
also has double entry for business, tourism, conference and medical purposes.
Name the 1st /inaugural edition of the joint bilateral maritime exercise
(Roar of the Sea) between the Qatar and India?
“Za’ir-Al-Bahr” (Roar of the Sea)
Explanation:
5 day long 1st /inaugural edition of the joint bilateral maritime exercise “Za’ir-Al-Bahr” (Roar of the
Sea) between the Qatari Emiri Navy and Indian Naval force of Qatar and India respectively began in
Doha, Qatar on November 17, 2019 and will take place till November 21, 2019. The exercise is aimed
to strengthen the cooperation and interoperability between the two navies especially in areas of fight
against terrorism, maritime piracy and maritime security.
Under which act, “Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council” insurgent group of
Meghalaya was banned by government of India?
Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967
Explanation:
The central govt. banned the “Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council” (HNLC) under sub-section
(1) of section 3 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (37 of 196. The group involved in
activities such as intimidate and bully civilians to extort funds, maintains links with other insurgent
groups of the Northeast to carry out acts of extortion and intimidation, maintaining camps in
Bangladesh for training its cadre etc. These types of activities are considered detrimental to the
sovereignty and integrity of India
Which act will be amended by the new bill “Jallianwala Bagh National
Memorial (Amendment) Bill 2019” that seeks to remove Congress chief/ president of Indian
National Congress(INC) from being a permanent member of the Jallianwala Bagh memorial
trust?
Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial Act, 1951
Explanation:
On November 19, 2019 the parliament passed the Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial (Amendment)
Bill 2019 in Rajya Sabha(RS). The bill was first passed in Lok Sabha on August 2, 2019. The Bill seeks
to amend the Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial Act, 1951. It seeks to remove Congress chief/ president of Indian National Congress(INC) from being a permanent member of the Jallianwala Bagh
memorial trust which was established in Amritsar, Punjab in 1951.
Who chaired the 11-member Company Law Committee, that submitted its report to Smt.
Nirmala Sitharaman to remove criminality from the Companies Act 2013?
Injeti Srinivas
How many days will be exempted for foreigners, who seeks indoor treatment in a hospital
due to illness as per the new notification?
180 days
Explanation:
On November 19, 2010 the consulate general of India in Dubai in its notification announced
exemption of getting primary Indian visa converted to Medical visa for foreigners (except Pakistani
National) seeking medical treatment in India. This was announced after the implementation of
liberalized medical visa policy. As per the notification, the exemption will be applicable to foreigners
seeking indoor treatment of upto 180 days in a hospital due to illness. Medical visa requirement: A
medical visa is however required in case of treatment of disease which require organ transplant.
Which of the following countries participated in the first-ever ‘CT-TTX‘ (counter-terrorism
table-top exercise) hosted by National Investigation Agency(NIA)?
1) SAARC Countries
2) ASEAN Countries
3) Quad Countries
4) BRICS Countries
5) None of these
Quad Countries
Explanation:
The National Investigation Agency(NIA) hosted its first-ever counter-terrorism exercise for the “Quad”
countries (India, the US, Japan, and Australia) at the NIA headquarters in New Delhi from November
21-22, 2019. The exercise is named ‘CT-TTX‘(counter-terrorism table-top exercise) aims to address
the global and regional issues of common interest. It also focuses to strengthen its cooperation in
counter-terrorism and provide opportunities to share best practices in the participating countries.
When will the ‘Fit India week’ celebrated?
First week of December
Explanation:
On November 24, 2019 the Prime minister of India Shri Narendra Modi launched the Fit India school
grading system in schools across the country. The system ranks schools based on the fitness activities
and facilities for such provided to students and teachers in the country. PM also announced the ‘Fit
India week’ to be celebrated by the students and teachers in the first week of December.
Who launched the logo of lokpal in New Delhi on November 26, 2019?
Pinaki Chandra Ghose
Explanation:
On November 26, 2019 The Chairman of Lokpal, Shri Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose launched the
lokpal’s logo in New Delhi. On this day, the motto of the lokpal “Ma Gridhah Kasyasvidhanam (Do not
be greedy for anyone’s wealth)” was also adopted.
Where will the 25th Conference of Parties (COP) of the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) held?
Madrid, Spain
Explanation:
CCEA has approved the negotiating stand of India at the 25th Conference of Parties (COP) to the
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) scheduled to be held in Madrid,
Spain (Under the presidency of Chile). The convention will take place from December 2-13, 2019. The
Indian delegation will be led by Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) Shri
Prakash Javadekar.
Which two countries will participate in the Joint military exercise named ‘SURYA KIRAN –
XIV’?
India and Nepal
Explanation:
‘SURYA KIRAN – XIV’ the Joint military exercise between India and Nepal will be held in Salijhandi,
Rupendehi district of Nepal from 03 to 16 December 2019. Objective: The Objective of the exercise is
to increase interoperability in jungle warfare, counter-terrorist operations in mountainous terrain,
humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, medical and environmental conservation.
Where was the 47th All India Police Science Congress held?
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (UP)
Under which section of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, United Liberation
Front of Assam (ULFA) was banned for 5 years?
Section 3
Explanation:
On November 28, 2019, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the ban against United
Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) after exercising the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section
3 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. With this, the Assam-based ultra outfit, ULFA
along with all its factions, wings and front organizations declared as an unlawful association.
Name the Organization, which released a report titled “Intensified Attacks, New Defences;
Developments in the Fight to Protect Journalists and End Impunity”?
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)
On October 31, 2019, According to the new UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and
Cultural Organization) report 2019 (covers the period 2014-2018), “Intensified Attacks, New
Defences; Developments in the Fight to Protect Journalists and End Impunity”, almost 90 % of those
responsible for the killing of 1,109 journalists around the world between 2006 and 2018 have not
been convicted.
Which was the deadliest part of the world for journalists where 30 % of global killings- 149
people killed between 2014-18 as per the UNESCO report titled “Intensified Attacks, New
Defences; Developments in the Fight to Protect Journalists and End Impunity”?
Arab States
Explanation:
On October 31, 2019, According to the new UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and
Cultural Organization) report 2019 (covers the period 2014-2018), “Intensified Attacks, New
Defences; Developments in the Fight to Protect Journalists and End Impunity”. Arab States constituted
the deadliest part of the world for journalists (30 % of global killings- 149 people killed between
2014-18), followed by Latin America and the Caribbean region (26 %, 127 people killed) and the Asia
and Pacific States (24 %, 120 people killed).
- Name the first ever joint military exercise of India-Uzbekistan that began recently.
Dustlik
Explanation:
The first-ever joint military exercise of India-Uzbekistan named “Dustlik-2019” from November 4-13,
2019. The curtain raiser of the military drill was presided by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his
Uzbekistan counterpart Major General Bakhodir Nizamovich Kurbanov
Which country has formally submitted a declaration to withdraw from the historic Paris
Agreement, saying the deal puts an “unfair economic burden” to the United Nations (UN)?
United States(US)
Explanation:
On November 4, 2019, United States(US) secretary of state, Michael Richard Pompeo has formally
submitted to the United Nations (UN) a declaration to withdraw from the historic Paris Agreement,
saying the deal puts an “unfair economic burden” on Americans. The process of separation from this
agreement will come into effect one year after the notification i.e on November 4, 2020.
What is the theme of the 50th edition of the World Economic Forum(WEF) that is to be held
in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland in the year 2020?
Theme - ‘Stakeholders for a Cohesive and Sustainable World’
Explanation:
The 50th edition of the World Economic Forum(WEF) is to be held in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland,
from 21-24 January 2020. The theme of the forum is fixed as ‘Stakeholders for a Cohesive and
Sustainable World.’ The president of the WEF Børge Brende, has invited Telangana Information and
Technology(IT) minister Kalvakuntla Taraka Rama Rao, to the forum appreciating his work of
launching various IT initiatives in the state
What was the rank of India in the 2nd edition of the report titled Women, Peace, and
Security Index for the year 2019?
133
Explanation:
On November 2, 2019 the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security(GIWPS), America in
collaboration with The Peace Research Institute of Oslo (PRIO), Norway, released its 2nd edition of
the report titled Women, Peace, and Security Index for the year 2019. India was ranked 133rd out of
167 countries
Where was the 2nd ‘No Money for Terror’ 2019 conference held?
Melbourne, Australia
Explanation:
Second ‘No Money for Terror’2019 conference going on in Melbourne, Australia 7–8, November
2019. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri G. Kishan Reddy addressed the conference from
Indian side
Which country has joined with India to produce the film based on its founding
father & Political leader, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman also named as ‘Bangabandhu’?
Bangladesh
Explanation:
India and Bangladesh is set to jointly produce the film based on founding father & Political leader of
Bangladesh, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman also named as ‘Bangabandhu’. They also discussed to produce
another film namely Story of Liberation of Bangladesh.
Name the country, which topped in the ‘Freedom on the Net’ (FoTN) report titled
“The Crisis of Social Media’ by Freedom House?
Iceland
On November 5,2019, the Freedom House (international internet rights) released its ‘Freedom on the
Net’ (FoTN) report for the year 2019, titled ‘The Crisis of Social Media’, regarding an overall decline
and access in global internet freedom between June 2018 and May 2019. Iceland became a top
country for providing the freedom for accessing the Internet services. China, Pakistan and Vietnam
emerged as worst performing country by providing freedom in accessing the internet service.
Which is the only country among the G20 nations, that is close to the 1.5-degree celsius
temperature rise pathway?
India
Explanation:
Among the G20 nations, India was the only country close to the 1.5-degree Celsius temperature rise
pathway. It is also to be noted that as per the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the
global temperature increase was limited to 1.5°C from 3°C.
At what position, India is placed based on Pneumonia deaths as per the report titled,
“Fighting for Breath- A call to action on childhood pneumonia”?
2nd
Explanation:
Pneumonia is one of the leading killers of children in India, claiming more than 14 children under the
age of 5 years every hour in 2018. It killed over 1,27,000 under-five children in 2018 with high risk
factors of malnutrition (53%) and pollution (Outdoor air pollution -27% & Indoor air pollution22%).Five countries responsible for more than half of child pneumonia deaths include Nigeria
(162,000), India (127,000), Pakistan (58,000), the Democratic Republic of Congo (40,000) and
Ethiopia (32,000).
. Name the Indian delegate, who visited Brazil to attend the 11th annual BRICS (Brazil,
Russia, India, China and South Africa) summit for the year 2019?
Narendra Modi
Explanation:
Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi, paid a two-day visit to Brazil from November 13-14, 2019
to attend the 11th annual BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) summit.
What is the rank of India in the report titled “2019 Global Terrorism Index: Measuring the
impact of terrorism” which lists countries affected by terrorism in the year 2018?
7
Explanation:
On November 20, 2019 the Sydney (Australia) based Institute for Economics and Peace(IEP) released
the 7th edition of its annual report titled “2019 Global Terrorism Index: Measuring the impact of
terrorism”. As per the Index India was ranked at the 7th place in the list of countries most affected by
terrorism in 2018
Where did Subrahmanyam Jaishankar addressed the G20 (or Group of 20) foreign
ministers meeting 2019?
Nagoya, Japan
Explanation:
External Affairs Minister (EAM) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has attended the 2-day G20 (or Group of
20) foreign ministers meeting 2019 held in Japanese city of Nagoya from November 22-23, 2019.The
two-day event ,the last of the eight ministerial G20 meetings chaired by Japan this year (2019) , was
attended by top diplomats from the Group of Twenty’s nations.The meeting was held with the focus
on the promotion of free trade, implementation of 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
(Sustainable Development Goals) and how to best assist rapidly growing economies in Africa.
Which country topped in the 2nd edition of the report titled Women, Peace, and Security
Index for the year 2019?
Norway
Who won the India’s richest JCB Prize for Literature 2019 for the debut novel ‘The Far Field’
at the award ceremony held at Rambagh Palace in Jaipur, Rajasthan?
Madhuri Vijay
On November 3, 2019, United States (US) based-Indian author Madhuri Vijay (27) has won India’s
richest JCB (J.C. Bamford Excavators Ltd.) Prize for Literature 2019 for her debut novel ‘The Far Field’
at the award ceremony held at Rambagh Palace in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Vijay (from Bengaluru,
Karnataka), a recipient of Henfield Prize and the Pushcart Prize, also received the Rs 25 lakh as the
prize money, a sculpture by Delhi artist duo Thukral & Tagra entitled Mirror Melting
Name the documentary that won ‘British Academy of Field and Television Awards’ (BAFTA)
2019 in the ‘Single Documentary’ category?
Real Kashmir FC (RKFC)
Explanation:
On November 4, 2019, A documentary on the Real Kashmir Football Club (RKFC), an Indian
professional football club based in Srinagar, called “Real Kashmir FC” has been selected for the
prestigious ‘British Academy of Field and Television Awards’ (BAFTA) 2019 award in the ‘Single
Documentary’ category at a ceremony held in DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Glasgow Central, Glasgow,
Scotland.
Who won the 5th edition of ‘Miss Asia Global Title 2019’ that held in Kochi, Kerala?
Sara Damnjanovic
Explanation:
On Nov 5,2019, The 5th Edition of ‘Miss Asia Global Title 2019’ was organized at Gokulam Convention
Centre in Kochi, Kerala. Sara Damnjanovic from Serbia has been crowned ‘Miss Asia Global 2019’,
felicitated by Assem Yessengeldiyeva, who won Miss Asia Global in 2018.
