– Current Affairs –

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India’s Satyarup becomes World’s Youngest Mountaineer to Climb 7 Peaks, 7 Volcano Summits

Mountaineer Satyarup Siddhanta conquered Antartica’s highest point, Mount Sidley. With this feat,

he became the first Indian and youngest man to climb the 7 highest peaks and volcanic summits

across all continents.

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The ___________ Army day is to be celebrated on January 15, 2019.

A. 69th

B. 70th

C. 68th

D. 71th

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

The 69th Army day is to be celebrated on January 15, 2019.

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Centre established defence industrial corridor in which of the following states?

A. Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh

B. Andra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu

C. Utharakhand, Maharashtra

D. West Bengal, Karnataka

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The Tamil Nadu defence industrial corridor is set to be launched as part of the Centre's efforts to

build an indigenous defence production ecosystem. One of the reasons for Tamil Nadu being chosen

for the corridor is that it is already a major manufacturing State and has a major auto components

hub. The corridor will be formally launched by Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at

Tiruchirappalli on January 20. Two defence corridors, one in Tamil Nadu and the other in Uttar

Pradesh, were announced in the last budget. The Uttar Pradesh corridor was launched at Aligarh in

August 2018 and saw investment announcements to the tune of Rs.3,732 crore were made.

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‘Global Aviation Summit 2019’ begins in Mumbai

Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu inaugurated the ‘Global Aviation Summit 2019′ in Mumbai. The

summit is a union and it will address the problems being faced. The summit, with a theme ‘Flying for

all-especially the next 6 Billion’, is being organized by Ministry of Civil Aviation in association with

FICCI.

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First National Level Sports Meet for the students of Eklavya Model Residential Schools was held at

GMC Balayogi Stadium, ____________.

A. New Delhi

B. Mumbai

C. Hyderabad

D. Kolkata

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

First National Level Sports Meet for the students of Eklavya Model Residential Schools was held at

GMC Balayogi Stadium, Hyderabad.

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Which of the following Indian city is the world's most dynamic city according to the 6th City

Momentum Index?

A. Pune

B. Hyderabad

C. Bengaluru

D. Kolkata

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

According to the 6th City Momentum Index, released by property consultant JLL, Bengaluru has

emerged as the world's most dynamic city with a robust technology and innovation ecosystem in

place. The report is titled: 'JLL City Momentum: The World's Top 20 Most Dynamic Cities'. The key

theme in this year's index was cities having a robust technology and innovation ecosystem. Among

other Indian cities, Hyderabad ranked second with Delhi at fourth, Pune at fifth, Chennai at seventh

and Kolkata at fifteenth position featuring in top 20 cities. The other cities include Hanoi at the third

position, Nairobi at 6th, Ho Chi Minh City at 8th Xi'an at 9th Guangzhou at 10th.

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President approved elevation of Justice Sanjiv Khanna, Justice Dinesh Maheshwari to SC

President Ram Nath Kovind approved the elevation of Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Dinesh

Maheshwari to the Supreme Court. Justice Khanna is presently a judge of the Delhi High Court.

Justice Maheshwari is the Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court.

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Ahmedabad, in western India, is the largest city in the state of Gujarat. The ________ River runs

through its center.

A. Narmada

B. Luni

C. Mahi

D. Sabarmati

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

Ahmedabad, in western India, is the largest city in the state of Gujarat. The Sabarmati River runs

through its center. On the western bank is the Gandhi Ashram at Sabarmati, which displays the

spiritual leader’s living quarters and artefacts. Across the river, the Calico Museum of Textiles, once a

cloth merchant’s mansion, has a significant collection of antique and modern fabrics.

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The Election Commission of India appointed __________ as the Chief Electoral Officer of Andhra

Pradesh.

A. Gopal Krishna Dwivedi

B. M Goriya

C. Hashmukh Thakker

D. Abhijit kshirsagar

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The Election Commission of India (ECI) appointed Gopal Krishna Dwivedi as has Chief Electoral

Officer of Andhra Pradesh with immediate effect. Mr.Dwivedi will replace R. P. Sisodia. The ECI

termed the CEO's replacement as an administrative decision. Gopal Krishna Dwivedi, a 1993-batch

Uttar Pradesh cadre IAS officer, was serving as Principal Secretary, Animal Husbandry, Dairy

Development and Fisheries. As per G.O RT. No. 131, through which the ECI's order has been

republished by the A.P. government, the ECI nominated Mr. Dwivedi as the CEO in exercise of the

powers conferred by Section 13A (1) of the Representation of People Act, 1950 in place of Mr.

Sisodia. It was mentioned that the ECI consulted the State government for affecting the reshuffle.

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India to Host the 14th Session of the Conference of Parties to UNCCD

India will host the 14th session of the Conference of Parties to the United Nations Convention to

Combat Desertification (UNCCD) to address the issue of land degradation and desertification which

will have participation from over 100 countries.

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BES EXPO 2019 is the 25th International conference and exhibition on terrestrial and satellite

broadcasting was held in __________.

A. New Delhi

B. Mumbai

C. Kolkata

D. Chennai

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

BES EXPO 2019 is the 25th International conference and exhibition on terrestrial and satellite

broadcasting.

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Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas launched Saksham 2019 in which of the following city?

A. Ahmedabad

B. Mumbai

C. Kolkata

D. New Delhi

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

'Saksham', an annual high intensity one-month long people-centric mega campaign of Petroleum

Conservation Research Association (PCRA) was launched by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural

Gas in New Delhi. 'Saksham' Cycle Day in 200 cities, Cyclothons, Workshops for drivers of

commercial vehicles, Nationwide campaign through Radio, TV, Digital Cinemas, Outdoor media etc.

will be conducted, with a focus on reaching out to various segments of fuel users.

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India to Surpass UK in World’s Largest Economy Rankings in 2019: PwC

India is likely to surpass the United Kingdom in the world’s largest economy rankings in 2019, to

become the world’s fifth largest economy, according to a report by global consultancy firm PwC.

PwC’s Global Economy Watch report projects real GDP growth of 1.6% for the UK, 1.7% for France

and 7.6% for India in 2019.

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Minister of State (Department of Space) Jitendra Singh has inaugurated UNNATI programme of

__________ in Bengaluru.

A. HAL

B. DRDO

C. ISRO

D. GOI

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

Minister of State (Department of Space) Jitendra Singh has inaugurated UNNATI programme of ISRO

in Bengaluru.

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Indian Naval Air Station Shibpur will be commissioned as this __________.

A. INS Kohasa

B. INS Utkrosh

C. INS Shikra

D. INS Garuda

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Naval Air Station Shibpur will be commissioned as INS Kohasa by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Sunil

Lanba on January 24, 2019. The move is being undertaken to enhance the operational capability of

Andaman and Nicobar Command.

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India to become world’s third largest consumer market by 2030: WEF

A report by World Economic Forum said that India is set to become the world’s third largest

consumer market behind only USA and China by 2030. The report said consumer spending in India is

expected to grow from 1.5 trillion US dollar at present to six trillion US dollar by 2030. The report

said that with the annual GDP growth rate of 7.5 percent, India is currently the world’s sixth largest

economy.

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Govt. has launched _____________ to note and celebrate the exceptional achievements of those

women who have impacted society through social media.

A. Web-Wonder Women Campaign

B. Wonder-Web Women Campaign

C. Wonder Women-Web Campaign

D. Women-Web Wonder Campaign

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

Govt. has launched ‘Web-Wonder Women Campaign’ to note and celebrate the exceptional

achievements of those women who have impacted society through social media.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 'Gangajal Project' in __________.

A. Varanasi

B. Lucknow

C. Agra

D. Udaipur

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 'Gangajal Project' in Agra on 9 January 2019. The

programme will provide a supply of better drinking water which will benefit the residents as well as

tourists. Gangajal project aims to bring 140 cusecs of Ganga water to Agra. He also launched civic

projects worth Rs 2,980 crore in Agra.

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India’s 1st Manned Mission To Space By December 2021: ISRO

ISRO Chairman Dr. K Sivan has announced that the organization is well prepared to meet the targets

of launching Gaganyaan manned mission to outer space by December 2021. Under Gaganyaan

project, India is planning to send three astronauts to outer space for seven days and bring them

back.

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Karnataka Govt. will organise ‘Organics and Millets-2019 International Trade Fair in __________

Palace Grounds.

A. Mangalore

B. Belgaum

C. Bengaluru

D. Mysore

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

Karnataka Govt. will organise ‘Organics and Millets-2019 International Trade Fair in Bengaluru Palace

Grounds.

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Bill passed by Lok Sabha that aims to remove leprosy as a ground for divorce in five personal laws.

A. Marriage Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2018

B. Family Welfare Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2018

C. Personal Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2018

D. Separation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2018

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The Lok Sabha has passed the Personal Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2018. The bill was moved by

Minister of State for Law PP Chaudhary. The bill was introduced as various recommendations were

made to remove leprosy as a ground for divorce. The bill seeks to remove leprosy as a ground for

divorce in five personal laws Hindu Marriage Act(1955), Dissolution of Muslim Marriages

Act(1939),Divorce Act(1869), Special Marriage Act(1954) and the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance

Act(1956). In 2010 the United Nations General Assembly adopted a Resolution on the 'Elimination of

discrimination against persons affected by leprosy and their family members', which was signed and

ratified by India. The Law Commission of India in its 256th Report recommended the elimination of

discrimination against people affected by the disease. Leprosy is a chronic infectious bacterial

disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. Leprosy mainly affects the skin, the peripheral nerves,

mucosal surfaces of the upper respiratory tract and the eyes.

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PM releases commemorative coin and stamp on Sikh Guru Gobind Singh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative coin and stamp on Guru Gobind Singh to

mark the 350th birth anniversary. On the occasion, Prime Minister Modi underlined the role of Guru

Gobind Singh in uniting the country through Khalsa sect.

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PM Modi will inaugurate the _____________ Pravasi Bharatiya Divas at Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.

A. 18th

B. 16th

C. 17th

D. 15th

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

PM Modi will inaugurate the 15th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas at Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.

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India's longest single lane steel cable suspension bridge was named __________.

A. Mandovi Bridge

B. Netravati Bridge

C. Dikhow Bridge

D. Byorung Bridge

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

India's longest 300-metre single lane steel cable suspension bridge was inaugurated by Arunachal

Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The bridge across the Siang river at Yingkiong in Upper Siang

district has been named Byorung Bridge. The bridge, built at a cost of ?48.43-crore provided by the

DONER (Department for Development of North Eastern Region) Ministry, will reduce the distance

from Yinkiong to Tuting by almost 40 km.

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Indias longest single lane steel cable bridge opened in Arunachal

India’s longest 300-metre single lane steel cable suspension bridge was inaugurated by Arunachal

Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The bridge across the Siang river at Yingkiong in Upper Siang

district has been named Byorung Bridge. The bridge, built at a cost of 48.43-crore provided by the

DONER (Department for Development of North Eastern Region) Ministry, will reduce the distance

from Yinkiong to Tuting by almost 40 km.

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Bengaluru Raptors have won Premier Badminton League by defeating ____________.

A. Mumbai Magicians

B. Mumbai Rockets

C. Mumbai Smashers

D. Mumbai Hotshots

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B

Bengaluru Raptors have won Premier Badminton League by defeating Mumbai Rockets.

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This company will launches the Ten Iridium communications satellites?

A. ISRO

B. Tesla

C. NASA

D. SpaceX

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The SpaceX Falcon 9 launched Iridium Communications satellite comprises of 10 voice and data

satellites,which is an alternative for entire fleet with a new generation of orbiters from the

Vandenberg Air Force station in California. The Iridium constellation was originally developed by

Iridium SSC, with first-generation satellites deployed between 1997 to 2002. The constellation's

name comes from the chemical element Iridium, which has atomic number 77.

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9th International Conference on Micro Irrigation

Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Government of India is

organizing the 9th International Micro Irrigation Conference on Modern Agriculture at Aurangabad

in Maharashtra, in association with International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID),

Indian National Committee on Surface Water (INCSW) and WAPCOS Limited.

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Trishna Gas project of ____________ in Tripura has been approved by The National Wildlife Board.

A. IOCL

B. HPCL

C. ONGC

D. BPCL

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

Trishna Gas project of ONGC in Tripura has been approved by The National Wildlife Board.

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India's Largest Startup Ecosystem Inaugurated in which of the following city?

A. Kerala

B. Rajasthan

C. Tamil Nadu

D. Haryana

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

India got its largest startup ecosystem when Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated a 1.8-

lakh-square-feet facility housing incubation set-ups across a string of segments in modern

technology. The Integrated Startup Complex under the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) includes the

ultra-modern facilities of Maker Village that promote hardware startups, the BioNest that promotes

medical technologies, BRINC which is the country's first international accelerator for hardware

startups.

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Sudhir Bhargava Appointed New Chief Information Commissioner

The government has appointed Sudhir Bhargava as Chief Information Commissioner (CIC), along with

four information commissioners. Mr. Bhargava was Information Commissioner in the CIC. An

alumnus of St Michael’s High School in Patna and St Stephen’s College in Delhi, Mr. Sinha is a 1981-

batch Indian Foreign Service officer who was the High Commissioner of India in the United Kingdom.

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____________ refers to a process in which publicly owned companies can make further issue of

shares to the public through an offer document.

A. FPO

B. IPO

C. NPO

D. IMO

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

Follow-On Public Offering refers to a process in which publicly owned companies can make further

issue of shares to the public through an offer document. IPO is the first public issue of the company’s

shares. On the other hand, FPO is the second or third public issue of the shares of the company.

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Which of the following pension management software was launched by Narendra Modi for

pensioners of telecom department?

A. System for Authority and Management of Pension

B. Systematic Allocation of Monthly Pension

C. Scheme for All-India Management of Pension

D. System for Automated Management of Pension

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Varanasi and Ghazipur in Uttar Pradesh for one day. In

Varanasi, he launched the System for Authority and Management of Pension (SAMPANN) software

which is developed to ease the problems of pensioners.

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Justice AK Sikri nominated as Executive Chairman of NALSA

President Ram Nath Kovind has nominated Justice AK Sikri as Executive Chairman of National Legal

Services Authority (NALSA). He will be replacing Justice Madan B Lokur.

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Where is the headquarter of DRDO?

A. Kolkata

B. New Delhi

C. Mumbai

D. Bangalore

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B

Headquarters: New Delhi || Founded: 1958 || Motto: ; “Strength’s Origin is in

Science” (Sanskrit) || Minister responsible: Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of Defence || Subsidiary:

Gas Turbine Research Establishment.

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DRDO day is observed on __________.

A. 2nd January

B. 1st January

C. 31st December

D. 30th December

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) day is observed on 1st January. The DRDO

was established in 1958 with just 10 laboratories to enhance the research work in defence sector.

Dr. G Satheesh Reddy is the Chairman of DRDO. DRDO works under the Department of Defence

Research and Development of Ministry of Defence.

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Home Ministry approved UP’s proposal of renaming Allahabad as Prayagraj

Ahead of the ‘Kumbh Mela 2019’, the Union Home Ministry (MHA) approved the Uttar Pradesh

government’s proposal to rename Allahabad as Prayagraj. MHA had earlier approved the renaming

of the British-era railway station Robertsgang as Sonbhadra, Farah Town railway station near

Mathura and iconic Mughalsarai junction after Deen Dayal Upadhyay – both in Uttar Pradesh.

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What is the fullform of NALSA?

A. National Legalise Service Authority

B. National Legalise Services Authority

C. National Legal Services Authority

D. National Legal Service Authority

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

National Legal Services Authority of India was formed on 5 December 1995 under the authority of

the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987. Its purpose is to provide free legal services to eligible

candidates, and to organize Lok Adalats for speedy resolution of cases.

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The West Bengal government announced __________ welfare initiatives for farmers.

A. 5

B. 4

C. 3

D. 2

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The West Bengal government announced two welfare initiatives for farmers. Both initiatives, which

are part of the 'Krishi Krishak Bondhu' scheme, will come into effect from 1st January 2019. The first

of the two initiatives will provide Rs 2 lakh to the family of a deceased farmer. Under the second

initiative, farmers would get Rs 2,500 twice a year for growing a single crop on one acre of land.

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India floats mega tender of 7.5 GW for Jammu & Kashmir

Solar Energy Corporation of India has invited solar power developers to construct 7.5 GW grid

connected projects in Leh and Kargil Districts in the state of Jammu & Kashmir under a competitive

bidding process. Out of the 7.5 GW capacity, 2.5 GW will be constructed in the Kargil district and 5

GW in Leh district. The tender is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s goal of building 100

gigawatts of solar capacity in the country by 2022.

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Ministry of Sports has granted Rs __________ to fund athletes under Target Olympic Podium

Scheme (TOPS).

A. 50 Cr

B. 200 Cr

C. 100 Cr

D. 150 Cr

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

Ministry of Sports has granted Rs100 Cr to fund athletes under Target Olympic Podium Scheme

(TOPS).

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Which Atomic Power Station set world record for longest uninterrupted operation?

A. Kudankulam Atomic Power Station

B. Kaiga Atomic Power Station

C. Kakrapar Atomic Power Station

D. Narora Atomic Power Station

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Karnataka's Kaiga Atomic power station created a world record for the longest uninterrupted

operation for 962 days on December 10. It had earlier set a record of 941 days. The earlier record of

940 days by Heysham-2 unit 2 was set by the United Kingdom. Generating Station-1 (KGS-1) at Kaiga

in Uttara Kannada, Karnataka has now been shut down for maintenance after 962 days of operation.

It will be commissioned again after the maintenance activities. Nuclear Power Corporation of India

(NPCIL) said that during its continuous operation of 962 days KGS-1 had produced 5 billion units of

electricity at a plant load factor of 99.3%. Kaiga has four indigenously developed Pressurised Heavy

Water Reactors of 220 MW each fuelled by domestic fuel. Of them, KGS-2 has been operating since

the last 661 days.

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80th National Table Tennis Championship begins in Cuttack

The 80th National Table Tennis Championship began at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack.

As many as 35 teams, including 550 players from different parts of the country are participating in

the mega championship. Medal winners at Commonwealth Games and Asian Games Manika Batra,

Senior players like Sharath Kamal, Madhuriba Patkar, Olympian Ankita Das are some of the key

players who will be in the limelight during the event.

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Uttar Pradesh Govt. will implement a _________ cow welfare cess for constructing and maintaining

cattle shelters.

A. 0.50%

B. 0.05%

C. 0.10%

D. 0.01%

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

Uttar Pradesh Govt. will implement a 0.5% cow welfare cess for constructing and maintaining cattle

shelters.

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The Kerala State Cabinet approved which of the following Act to provide a regular income for Non-

Resident Keralites?

A. Kerala PSC Act

B. Kerala Pravasi Welfare Act

C. Kerala Workmen's Compensation

D. Kerala Biological Diversity Rules

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The Kerala State Cabinet decided to recommend the Governor to promulgate an Ordinance

amending the Kerala Pravasi Welfare Act. The Act aims at providing a regular income for Non-

Resident Keralites (NoRKs) returning home. The amount collected through the scheme will be used

to fund development activities taken up by Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) and

other agencies. The Cabinet resolved to enhance the monthly remuneration for special Government

pleaders to Rs.1,20,000, senior government pleaders to Rs.1,10,000 and that for government

pleaders to Rs.1,00,000. The proposed scheme will enable the Kerala Pravasi Welfare Board to

receive deposits from non-resident Malayalis and use it, along with a matching share from the

government, to provide a monthly dividend for investors.

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ISRO to launch two unmanned space missions in 2020 and 2021

ISRO announced that two unmanned space missions to be launched in the year 2020 and 2021.

Country’s first manned space flight Gaganyaan will send three humans into space for seven days by

December 2021,which will carry humanoids not animals. Inorder to boost the Space Mission in

India,the Union Cabinet had approved Rs 10,000 crore budget for the proposed human spaceflight

mission.

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Tripura Govt. has unveiled an official logo for the state’s tea. This logo features landmark the

____________.

A. Heermahal Palace

B. Neermahal Palace

C. Hoormahal Palace

D. Noormahal Palace

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B

Tripura Govt. has unveiled an official logo for the state’s tea. This logo features landmark the

‘Neermahal’.

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Where was the two Fast Interceptor Craft (FIC) induced to boost coastal security by the Indian Navy?

A. Cuttack, Odisha

B. Kochi, Kerala

C. Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

D. Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The Indian Navy inducted two Fast Interceptor Craft (FIC) at Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu, to boost

coastal security. The vessels were acquired for Sagar Prahari Bal, a unit of the Navy. The boats can

carry a variety of armament from heavy machine guns to grenade launchers with the upper deck

canopies bullet-proof.

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Ranjani Murali Wins ‘Woman’s Voice Award’ at AKLF 2019

US Based Indian poet Ranjani Murali was awarded the “Woman’s Voice Award” at the Apeejay

Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF). The Objective of the award is to recognize and encourage creative

writing by women in India. The Award carried a cash prize of Rs 1 Lakh along with a citation.

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Maharashtra has won _________ Gold Medals in Khelo India Youth Games 2019.

A. 89

B. 80

C. 83

D. 85

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D Maharashtra – 228 Medals (85 Gold, 62 Silver, 81 Bronze)

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India Steel 2019 Exhibition and Conference has started in which of the following city?

A. Bengaluru

B. Chennai

C. New Delhi

D. Mumbai

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

India Steel 2019 Exhibition and Conference had begun in Mumbai. The three-day event organized by

the Ministry of Steel helped chart out the future growth path of the steel industry. The event

provided an opportunity for all the stakeholders to deliberate and identify ways to contribute

towards building a robust roadmap for the further growth of the steel sector. More than 10

thousand business visitors both from India and abroad are expected to visit.

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India knock Down UK In Largest Economy Rankings

India surpassed the UK in the 2019 rankings of world’s largest economies by increased rate 1.65%

GDP growth. India became the World’s Fifth-Largest Economy. France also surpassed the UK in the

world’s largest economy rankings in 2019, knocking it from fifth to seventh place with an increased

rate of 1.7% GDP.

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Who is the Minister of Chemicals and Fertilisers in India?

A. DV Sadananda Gowda

B. HD Dev Gowda

C. Rao Inderjit Singh

D. Inderjit Mal Khurana

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers: Minister: DV Sadananda Gowda || Minister of State: Rao

Inderjit Singh || Headquarters: New Delhi

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Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival (PPHF) was as the "State Festival" of __________.

A. Jharkhand

B. Punjab

C. Madhya Pradesh

D. Arunachal Pradesh

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister, Pema Khandu declared Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival (PPHF) as the

"State Festival" at Seijosa in East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival

(PPHF) is only conservation festival of Arunachal Pradesh. The PPHF festival was celebrated first time

in 2015 to recognize the role played by the resident Nyishi tribe in conserving hornbills in the Pakke

Tiger Reserve (PTR).

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Global Investors Summit held in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Government organised the 2nd edition of Global Investor summit in Chennai. The state

government would soon unveil e-vehicle policy to give a boost to electric vehicles manufacturing in

the state. In the opening ceremony, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was the chief guest.

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Which state has the largest coastline in India?

A. Gujarat

B. Tamil Nadu

C. Kerala

D. Karnataka

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

Gujarat has the longest mainland coastline in India. || The total length of India’s coastline is 7516.6

kilometers. || The Arabian Sea gives the state of Gujarat its extensive coastline. || Andhra Pradesh

has the second longest mainland coastline with a total length of 974 kilometers.

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ISRO will launch Microsat-R a military imaging satellite into space on 24th January 2019. The total

weight of the staellite is;

A. 122 kg

B. 130 kg

C. 102 kg

D. 94 kg

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) first mission of 2019, Microsat-R, is to be launched into

space on 24th January 2019. The 130-kg Microsat-R is a military imaging satellite. Microsat-R and its

payload come assembled from a handful of laboratories of the Defence Research and Development

Organisation (DRDO) and is meant for military use. The satellite was assembled outside and ISRO

only interfaced it with its own systems and the launch vehicle, just as it treats any customer satellite.

PSLV-C44 will be launched from the older First Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre,

Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. For its part, ISRO is experimenting on two aspects of the vehicle. One

is to reuse a waste stage.

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Name the defence company who signed a MoU with the Airports Authority of India to explore Air

Traffic Management (ATM) solutions for airports operating under the UDAN Regional Connectivity

Scheme.

A. SAAB

B. BAE Systems

C. Raytheon

D. EADS

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Swedish aerospace and defence company SAAB signed a MoU with the Airports Authority of India

(AAI) on 23 January 2019. The MoU was signed to explore Air Traffic Management (ATM) solutions

for airports operating under the UDAN Regional Connectivity Scheme. SAAB's ATM solutions are now

deployed in Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Guwahati, Jaipur, Lucknow, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, New

Delhi, and Cochin.

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BJP MP Anurag Thakur honoured with Sansad Ratna Award

Anurag Thakur, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and party’s chief whip in the Lok Sabha, was

bestowed with Sansad Ratna Award for distinguished performance as a parliamentarian.

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Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust at _____________ position, has become India’s only port to in the List

of top 30 Global Container Ports by Lloyds Report.

A. 30th

B. 29th

C. 28th

D. 27th

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust at 28th position, has become India’s only port to in the List of top 30

Global Container Ports by Lloyds Report.

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Global Investors Summit held in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Government organised the 2nd edition of Global Investor summit in Chennai. The state

government would soon unveil e-vehicle policy to give a boost to electric vehicles manufacturing in

the state. In the opening ceremony, Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was the chief guest.

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India with ___________in 2019-20, may continue to remain the World’s Fastest-Growing Large

Economy in 2019 and in 2020, According to World Economic Situation and Prospects 2019 Report.

A. 7.6%

B. 7.8%

C. 7.7%

D. 7.5%

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

India with 7.6% in 2019-20, may continue to remain the World’s Fastest-Growing Large Economy in

2019 and in 2020, According to World Economic Situation and Prospects 2019 Report.

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Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare organized a National Conference on Agriculture for Zaid

Campaign-2019 in __________.

A. New Delhi

B. Mumbai

C. Kolkata

D. Patna

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

National Conference on Agriculture for Zaid Campaign-2019 was organised by the Ministry of

Agriculture & Farmers Welfare in New Delhi on 24 January 2019. Special sessions were held to

discuss strategy for potential crops and irrigation potential for zaid season. It was also said that the

total Foodgrain production in the country is estimated at 284.83 million tonnes in 2017-18.

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Cyril Ramphosa was the Chief Guest on this Republic Day

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa begins a two-day India visit today, primarily to grace the

Republic Day celebrations as the guest of honour. Ramaphosa will be accompanied by First Lady Dr

Tshepo Motsepe, and a high-level delegation including nine ministers, senior officials, and a 50-

member business contingent.

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International Customs Day was observed on ___________ to recognise role of custom officials and

agencies in maintaining border security.

A. 28th January

B. 27th January

C. 25th January

D. 26th January

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

International Customs Day was observed on 26th January to recognise role of custom officials and

agencies in maintaining border security.

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What is the theme of the 2019 International Customs Day?

A. Digital Customs - Progressive Engagement

B. Smart borders, Smart Customs

C. SMART borders for seamless Trade, Travel and Transport

D. Secure & Smart business for economic development

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The International Customs Day (ICD) is observed every year on January 26 to recognize the role of

custom officials and agencies in maintaining border security. It focuses on the working conditions

and challenges that customs officers face in their jobs. The 2019 theme is "SMART borders for

seamless Trade, Travel and Transport". This reflects the fact that the expectations of travellers and

businesses around the world are changing.

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Indian Railways has named Train 18 as Vande Bharat Express

Minister of Railways & Coal, Shri Piyush Goyal announced the name Vande Bharat Express for Train

18, acknowledging its made-in-India status. This train set has been manufactured by Integral Coach

Factory (ICF) in the period of 18 months under ‘Make in India’ program. Vande Bharat Express is

India’s first semi-high speed train equipped with world class passenger amenities.

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The ___________ Edition of Jaipur Literature Festival has been concluded at royal Diggi palace

Jaipur.

A. 12th

B. 13th

C. 14th

D. 15th

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

The 12th Edition of Jaipur Literature Festival has been concluded at royal Diggi palace Jaipur.

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India's fastest indigenous train "Train 18" was renamed as;

A. Train 18 Express

B. Vande Bharat Express

C. Rajdhani 18 Express

D. Train 18 Premium

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

India's fastest indigenous train which will run from Delhi to Varanasi has been named as Vande

Bharat Express. Its previous name was Train 18. The new name has been given after taking

suggestions from the general public. It is a train built completely in India by Indian engineers in a

span of 18 months and it is an example that it is possible to make world-class trains under Make in

India. The 16-coach train has been built by the Integral Coach Factory, Chennai and cover the

distance in 8 hours. It is the first locomotive-less train in the country.

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India replaces Japan to be world’s second largest steel producer

India has replaced Japan as the world’s second-largest steel producing country, only behind China,

which is the largest producer of crude steel accounting for more than 51 per cent of production, as

per the latest report by World Steel Association.

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Data Privacy Day is an international holiday that occurs every ______________.

A. 28 January

B. 29 January

C. 27 January

D. 30 January

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

Data Privacy Day is an international holiday that occurs every 28 January. It is currently observed in

the United States, Canada, Israel and 47 European countries.

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Which railway zone has bagged No.1 position for cleanliness in India?

A. Western Railway

B. Central Railway

C. North Western Railway

D. Southern Railway

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The Southern Railway has bagged the number one position for cleanliness in the country. This

achievement was under the category of other than Premium Category trains in the recent Trains

Cleanliness Survey conducted by IRCTC on all India level. During the year 2018, Southern Railway's

gross earnings also stood at more than Rs six thousand crores rupees which is almost 10% higher

than the last year earnings. To cater to the growing demands of passengers, Southern Railway has

also introduced 54 trains over past four years.

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Overview of P.M’s Visit to TamilNadu & Kerala

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, laid the foundation stone for the All India Institute of Medical

Sciences (AIIMS) at Thoppur near Madurai, Tamil Nadu. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi,

dedicated to the nation an Integrated Refinery Expansion Project Complex (IREP) of Bharat

Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and laid the foundation stone for a petrochemical complex in

Kochi, Kerala.

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India has improved its ranking in ‘CORRUPTION PERCEPTIONS INDEX 2018’ for 2018 at 78th position

(Score _________) out of 180 countries.

A. 43

B. 49

C. 45

D. 41

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

India has improved its ranking in ‘CORRUPTION PERCEPTIONS INDEX 2018’ for 2018 at 78th position

(Score 41) out of 180 countries.

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How many commitees has been started by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation?

A. 8

B. 4

C. 5

D. 3

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

Employees Provident Fund Organisation has notified three new committees on Finance, Investment

and Audit Committee (FIAC), the Pension and EDLI Implementation Committee (PEIC) and the

Exempted Establishments' Committee (EEC). All the 3 committees will continue to have central

government representatives as well as 2 representatives each of the employers and the employees

and domain experts. While the FIAC will oversee investments made by portfolio managers and

ensure timely investment of PF kitty for optimum returns, PEIC will review the function of the

Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995 and the Employees Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme, 1976. The

EEC will oversee the working of exempted establishments and move suggestions for CBT for

improvement in the working of these exempted establishments.

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Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar assumes charge as Vice Chief of Naval Staff

Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar assumed charge as Vice Chief of the Naval Staff. He served as the

Navigating Officer of Indian Naval Ships Beas, Nilgiri, Ranvir and Vikrant. An alumnus of Sainik

School, Amaravathi Nagar and National Defence Academy, Khadakvasla, Pune, he was commissioned

into the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy.

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______________ and Government of India has launched ‘Artisan Speak Event’ at Elephanta Caves,

Maharashtra.

A. Ministry of Skill Development

B. Ministry of Culture

C. Ministry of Textiles

D. Ministry of Human Resource Development

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

Ministry of Textiles and Government of India has launched ‘Artisan Speak Event’ at Elephanta Caves,

Maharashtra.

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On which date, India's Martyrs Day was celebrated?

A. January 28

B. January 29

C. January 30

D. January 31

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

January 30 is celebrated as Martyrs Day to honour the brave martyrs of India who have sacrificed

their lives for the country. On the occasion of Martyrs Day, the President, the Vice President, the

Prime Minister, the Defence Minister, and the three Service Chiefs gather at the Gandhiji's samadhi

at Raj Ghat memorial and lay wreaths. Bugles are blown sounding the Last Post. A two-minute

silence in memory of Indian martyrs is observed across the country at 11 AM and participants hold

all-religion prayers and sing tributes in the honour of Martyrs.

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