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– Current Affairs – March - 2020

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Which mobile app has been launched by Punjab to spread awareness on coronavirus precautions?

A. Cova Punjab

B. Covid 19 Madad

C. Corona Gyan

D. Cov Punj

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The Punjab government launched a mobile application to spread awareness about the precautions to be taken against coronavirus.The "Cova Punjab" app has been developed by the Department of Government Reforms and Public Grievances in consultation with the Health and Family Welfare Department.

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According to UNCTAD, FDI inflow all over the world will reduce by ______ due to Corona Virus?

A. 10%

B. 15%

C. 20%

D. 25%

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The United Nations Conference on Trade, Investment and Development has warned that the Foreign Direct Investment flows all over the world will reduceby 15% due to Corona Virus. According to the organization, the outbreak could cost 2 trillion USD to the global economy.

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HAL has announced to set up its base in how many countries?

A. 2

B. 4

C. 6

D. 8

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

State-run aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) is planning to set up its logistics bases in four countries, namely Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka. The move is a part of HAL's initiatives to attract the countries to buy India's light combat aircraft (LCA) Tejas and military helicopters.

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Name the Indian state which was recognized in the CG/LA infrastructure list chosen in the field of Civil Aviation all over the world.

1) Gujarat

2) Uttar Pradesh

3) Tamil Nadu

4) Madhya Pradesh

5) Kerala

Answer & Explanation

Answer-2) Uttar Pradesh

Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh (India) and Yugoslavia have been chosen in the field of aviation all over the world. It has been recognized in the CG LA Infrastructure list.

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Name the Indian state which launched NIGHA app to control electoral malpractices in the upcoming local body elections (March 2020).

1) Telangana

2) Kerala

3) Odisha

4) Andhra Pradesh

5) Tamil Nadu


Answer-4) Andhra Pradesh

Explanation:

Andhra Pradesh (AP) Chief Minister (CM) Yeduguri Sandinti Jaganmohan Reddy launched the NIGHA application at Vijayawada, AP. The app is aimed at curbing the use of money and alcohol in the upcoming local body elections & launched in addition to the measures taken by State Election Commission & Police department in order to control the electoral malpractices. The app was developed by Department of Panchayat Raj.

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World Water Day is observed on which date?

A. March 21

B. March 20

C. March 22

D. March 23

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

World Water Day is observed on 22nd March every year. The day aims to create awareness of the 2.2 billion people living without access to safe water. The day marks the importance of freshwater and spreads awareness for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. The day aims to revive initiatives and measures to save water.

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Which two countries have pledge to contribute USD 1 million and USD 200,000 respectively to the SAARC Corona Emergency Fund proposed by PM Modi?

A. Pakistan and Afghanistan

B. Nepal and Afghanistan

C. Bhutan and Maldives

D. Afghanistan and Maldives

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

Afghanistan and Maldives pledge to contribute USD 1 million and USD 200,000 respectively to the SAARC Corona Emergency Fund proposed by PM Modi.

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Gahirmatha marine sanctuary recently seen in news is in which state?

A. Bihar

B. Odisha

C. West Bnegal

D. Gujarat

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Gahirmatha marine sanctuary and Rushikulya rookery coast in Ganjam district are main Olive Ridley Nesting sites in Odisha. Of these sites, Gahirmatha marine sanctuary is largest rookery (mass nesting site) of Olive Ridley turtles. Olive Ridley is listed as Vulnerable under IUCN Red List.

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Which state has announced to provide one-month free food grains to poor people along with Rs 1,000 as compensation to daily wage workers who have been affected due to the outbreak of the deadly virus?

A. Madhya Pradesh

B. Haryana

C. Uttar Pradesh

D. Himachal Pradesh

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh govt announced several actions and measures in its fight against coronavirus. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced to provide one-month free food grains to poor people along with Rs 1,000 as compensation to daily wage workers who have been affected due to the outbreak of the deadly virus.

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Name the Indian state which signs MoU with Netherland company Flying Car Maker PAL-V to set up the manufacturing plant in the state.

1) Andhra Pradesh

2) Gujarat

3) Goa

4) Telangana

5) Madhya Pradesh


Answer-2) Gujarat

Explanation:

Flying car-maker PAL-V (Personal Air Land Vehicle) of the Netherlands will set up a manufacturing plant in Gujarat. A Memorandum of Understandings (MoU) was signed in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister (CM) Vijay RamniklalRupani between state industries Principal Secretary MK Das and Carl Maasbommel, Vice President of PAL-V’s international business development.The Dutch car company sets up the firm for the first time in India and has set a target of commencing production by 2021.

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Which Bank has introduced the pre-paid card ‘Enkasu’?

1) HDFC Bank

2) ICICI Bank

3) City Union Bank

4) IndusInd Bank

5) Karur Vysya Bank


Answer-5) Karur Vysya Bank

Explanation:

In a bid to promote digital India initiative of the central Government, Karur Vysya Bank (KVB), a Scheduled Commercial Bank in India, has launched India’s 1st prepaid wallet card ‘Enkasu’ (My cash in Tamil) in Karur,Tamil Nadu (TN) under its Quit cash movement.

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The government of India constitutes 21-member high-level technical committee of public health experts to guide the people in preventive & control activities of COVID-19. Name the person who heads the committee.

1) Vivek Pandit

2) Kirit Parikh

3) V K Paul

4) Sachidananda Tripathi

5) K M Soni


Answer-3) V K Paul

Explanation:

The government set up a 21-member high-level technical committee of public health experts to guide the people in preventive & control activities of COVID-19. i.The committee is headed by NITI Aayog member V K Paul.

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‘Chowk’ the Historic city of Jammu & Kashmir(J&K) has been renamed as ‘Bharat mata chowk’. Who is the present governor of J&K?

1) Radha Krishna Mathur

2) Droupadi Murmu

3) Jagdish Mukhi

4) Girish Chandra Murmu

5) Biswa Bhusan Harichandan


Answer-4) Girish Chandra Murmu

Explanation:

The Jammu & Kashmir’s historic City Chowk, which was a commercial center in Old Jammu, has been renamed as ‘Bharat Mata Chowk’. The Capital of the J&K – Srinagar (May–October) Jammu (Nov–April) & Governor – Girish Chandra Murmu.

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Name the Indian Research Centre which signed MoU with Pantanjali for the farm research and training (Feb 2020).

1) Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)

2) International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics, (ICRISAT)

3) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)

4) Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI)

5) National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)


Answer-3) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)

Explanation:

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), an autonomous body responsible for coordinating agricultural education and research in India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hardiwar (Uttarakhand)- based Patanjali Bio Research Institute (PBRI) to add a new dimension to the field of farming by undertaking research work as well as training and education.

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Virendra Sirohi who passed away recently is the Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) of which Indian state?

1) Haryana

2) Uttar Pradesh

3) West Bengal

4) Goa

5) Maharashtra



Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh(UP) BJP MLA (Member of the Legislative Assembly) Virendra Singh Sirohi from Bulandshahr passed away at the age of 73 in New Delhi, who was first elected as MLA for the 13th Uttar Pradesh Assembly in 1996, then in 2007 & last in 2017. He also served as Revenue Minister from 1997 till 2002 in the Mayawati-led state government in UP.

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Who has been appointed as MD and CEO of Induslnd Bank Ltd?

A. Lingam Venkat Prabhakar

B. Sumant Kathpalia

C. Sattvik Mishra

D. Romesh Sobti

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) appointed Sumant Kathpalia as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Induslnd Bank Ltd. The appointment is with effect from 24 March 2020. He will hold the office for a tenure of three years. Kathpalia will replace Romesh Sobti.

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According to the Hurun Global Rich List 2020, the number of billionaires is the highest in which country?

A. India

B. Canada

C. China

D. USA

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

India has the third-largest population of billionaires in the world with 138. China has the highest with 799 billionaires and the US is in second place with 626. In China, Beijing alone has 110 billionaires residing. Oyo's Ritesh Agarwal is the youngest billionaire of India at 24 years of age.

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Which state in its budget has recently announced to reduce government employees' retirement age to 58 years?

A. Punjab

B. Uttar Pradesh

C. Maharasthra

D. Kerala

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Punjab State government announced major changes in the 2020-21 budget. The budget announcement was made by Punjab Finance Minister Manpreet Singh Badal. He presented a Rs.1,54,805 crore budget in the state Assembly.The state has reduced the government employees' retirement age from 60 to 58.

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A. Bengaluru

B. Amravati

C. New Delhi

D. Mumbai

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Hosted and organised by the Centre for Policy Research, CPR Dialogues is an annual public forum where leading policy practitioners, academics, and thought leaders address the most critical policy issues of our times. The second editionof CPR Dialogues will be held on March 2nd & 3rd 2020 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. As India navigates its way through the 21st century, it confronts the challenge of creating a cutting-edge policy environment.

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Chief Ministers Akhannaba Sanaroisingi Tengbang (CMAST) scheme belongs to which state?

A. Assam

B. Kerala

C. Manipur

D. Gujarat

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The Manipur State government is to provide benefits to sportspersons and artistes of the state and the country. It was declared that it was the biggest ever scheme for the welfare of the sportspersons and artistes of the state. For the Chief Ministers Akhannaba Sanaroisingi Tengbang (CMAST) scheme, around Rs.7.36 crore will be required. Under the CMAST scheme, suitable employment in government services would be provided to sportspersons

winning medals in international events, on the basis of criteria laid down by the state government.

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Sadanand Fulzele, founder secretary of the Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Smarak Samiti, who dies recently, belongs to which state?

A. Madya Pradesh

B. Maharashtra

C. Rajasthan

D. Gujarat

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Sadanand Fulzele, founder secretary of the Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Smarak Samiti which looks after Deekshabhoomi in Nagpur, dies at 91.

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Name the Indian Ministry which launched the ROPAX transport service in Maharashtra (March 2020).

1) Ministry of Commerce and Industry

2) Ministry of Civil Aviation

3) Ministry of Shipping

4) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

5) Ministry of Earth Sciences


Answer-3) Ministry of Shipping

Explanation:

Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of State for Shipping and Chemical and Fertilizers inaugurated ROPAX services at Alibag, Maharashtra. It is a Water Transport Service Project under Eastern Waterfront Development from BhauchaDhakka in Mumbai to Mandwa in Maharashtra. ROPAX Vessel M2M -1 was built in Greece in September 2019, which is specially designed for the passengers for a time-saving journey and it is highly manoeuvrable.

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The World Consumer Day is celebrated annually on March 15. What is the theme of World Consumer Day 2020?

1) ‘Trusted Smart Products’

2) ‘Making Digital Marketplaces Fairer’

3) ’Building a Digital World Consumers Can Trust’

4) ‘The Sustainable Consumer’

5) ‘Trusted Products for Consumers ‘


Answer-4) The Sustainable Consumer

Explanation:

The World Consumer Day 2020 was observed on March 15, 2020. The day is celebrated every year on March 15 to spread awareness about consumer rights and needs since 1983. It is an initiative by Consumer International which is a membership organisation for consumer groups around the world.

Theme of the year 2020: ‘The Sustainable Consumer.’

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Which organization has prepared Hand sanitizer, Ventilators, N99 masks and Body Suits, the basic instrument against the spread of COVID-19?

A. ISRO

B. DRDO

C. BARC

D. IIT-Delhi

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has prepared four different items ready to be deployed in the war against Corona as a result of a focused approach. The four different items prepared by DRDO are Hand sanitizer, Ventilators, N99 masks, Body Suits. Hand sanitizers, the basic instrument against the spread of COVID-19, have been developed in-house at DRDO. DRDO has distributed hand sanitizers to Indian Armed forces, Armed Forces Medical Corps, Defence Security Corps, Ministry of Defence, Delhi Police and 40 nakas so far. Sanitizers were produced in the DRDO lab, Defence Research & Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior.

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Which state has announced to provide an economic package to provide immediate relief to economically weaker sections for COVID-19 prevention?

A. Odisha

B. Bihar

C. Jharkhand

D. Sikkim

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

Sikkim Chief Minister P S Tamang announced an economic package to provide immediate relief to economically weaker sections (EWS) of society following a meeting of the State Task Force for COVID-19 prevention in Gangtok on 27 March.

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Name the Indian state government which set up ‘Team 11’ to beat Coronavirus.

1) Kerala

2) Maharashtra

3) Uttar Pradesh

4) Tamil Nadu

5) Karnataka



Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh (UP) Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath has set up “Team-11” consisting of inter-departmental committees with over 2 dozen senior officials to fight the coronavirus spread. Each of the committees will be headed by a senior bureaucrat of the state while the CM will be the head of the Team-11.

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The Chennai port trust has acquired 67% of stake in Kamarajar Port trust in March 2020. The Kamarajar port trust is located at?

1) Kanyakumari

2) Cochin

3) Madurai

4) Chennai

5) Vizagapatam


Answer-4) Chennai

Explanation:

The Chennai Port Trust (ChPT) has acquired 67% stake held by the Central government in Kamarajar Port Ltd (KPL – located at Chennai, TN) for an amount of Rs 2,383 crore.

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Which of the following has developed mobile app named 'CORONTINE'?

A. ISRO

B. DRDO

C. IIT Delhi

D. IIT Bombay

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

IIT Bombay develops mobile app named 'CORONTINE' for tracking COVID-19 quarantine patients.

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Which tech giant has released a new dedicated app and website for users across the US to provide accurate and credible information to users about the COVID-19 pandemic?

A. Apple

B. Microsoft

C. IBM

D. Google

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Tech giant Apple has released a new dedicated app and website for users across the US. The app provides accurate and credible information to users about the COVID-19 pandemic.

The new COVID-19 app and website provide the needed guidance and latest information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The app has been made available on the App Store.

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Name the Indian state which is going to launch a digital literacy drive named ‘I am also digital’ to create awareness about e-governance (March 2020).

1) Kerala

2) Karnataka

3) Telangana

4) Tamil Nadu

5) Andhra Pradesh


Answer-1) Kerala

Explanation:

Kerala will soon launch a digital literacy drive named “I am also digital” in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, Kerala, to create public-awareness about e-governance and use of various digital platforms through which wide ranges of services are being delivered. The literacy drive is organized by Kerala State IT mission under the Department of Information Technology (IT) and Kerala Literacy Mission.

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The book of “The Adventures of the Daredevil Democrat” is about the life of Biju Patnaik. He is the former Chief Minister of which Indian state?

1) Kerala

2) West Bengal

3) Odisha

4) Jharkhand

5) Bihar


Answer-3) Odisha

Explanation:

Odisha Chief Minister (CM) Naveen Patnaik released the comic book titled “The Adventures of the Daredevil Democrat” on the occasion of the 104th birth anniversary of former Odisha CM Late Biju Patnaik in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The book deals about the life and works of legendary leader and Naveen Patnaik’s father Biju Patnaik.

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A dedicated monitoring cell under Mission Bhagiratha was recently inaugurated in which state?

A. Tamil Nadu

B. Karnataka

C. Odisha

D. Telangana

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

A dedicated monitoring cell was inaugurated under Mission Bhagiratha in Bhongir Circle, Telangana. It was inaugurated by the Superintending Engineer of Mission Bhagiratha. The cell invites grievances and issues in the supply of the tapped drinking water.

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Which of the following launched the Vigyan Jyoti scheme?

A. DRDO

B. CSIR

C. TIFAC

D. Ministry of Science and Technology

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Technology Information Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC) launched the Vigyan Jyoti scheme on 8 March 2020. The scheme aims to encourage women to pursue science.

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Which commission implemented the Solar Charkha Mission?

A. NGT

B. BCCI

C. KVIC

D. ISRO

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The Solar Charkha Mission was initiated by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME). The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) implemented the program. The Scheme aims to ensure inclusive growth by the generation of employment, especially for women and youth, and sustainable development through solar charkha clusters in rural areas.

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Who has been appointed as the new Chief Electoral Officer of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir?

A. Ravi Uchan

B. Bipesh Rawat

C. Hirdesh Kumar

D. Kalpesh Singh

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The Election Commission of India appointed Hirdesh Kumar as the new Chief Electoral Officer of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. He will replace Shailendra Kumar with effect from the date he assumes charge.

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Name the third Indian state which set to launch ‘Star rating program’ in June 2020 to rate industries.

1) Odisha

2) Jharkhand

3) Bihar

4) Andhra Pradesh

5) Telangana


Answer-2) Jharkhand

Explanation:

The state government of Jharkhand will launch its “Star Rating Program” on June 5, 2020 to rate industries based on the amount of pollutants generated by them. With this it became the 3rd state in India to launch this system for industries after Maharashtra & Odisha. The program will be implemented by Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB) in association with the University of Chicago Trust (UC Trust). The rating ranging on one to five scale, with the most polluting industry getting 1 star while the industry with highest compliance rate with pollution control norms will get 5 stars.

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A team of scientist of Astronomy Department of University of Geneva along with team of scientist of other countries detected liquid iron rain on the highly heated exoplanet named __________.

1) WASP-76b

2) WASP-56b

3) WASP-62d

4) WASP-52d

5) WASP-70a


Answer-1) WASP-76b

Explanation:

A team of Scientists from the Astronomy Department of the University of Geneva (Switzerland) along with the teams in Portugal, Italy and Spain, have detected liquid iron rain on the highly heated exoplanet WASP-76b.

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What is the number of groups that was set by government of India under Disaster Management Act, 2005 to tackle COVID-19 Crisis?

1) 7

2) 9

3) 11

4) 13

5) 15


Answer-3) 11

Explanation:

The government has set up 11 different empowered groups under Disaster Management Act, 2005 to suggest measures to improve health, restore the economy, & ease the suffering of people after a 21-day lockdown which is imposed for the control of the COVID-19 outbreak. Each group consists of about 6 members including a senior representative from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) and the Cabinet Secretariat to ensure seamless coordination.

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has declared recession in world due to COVID-19 impact. Where is the Headquarters of IMF located?

1) Geneva

2) New York

3) Vienna

4) Washington DC

5) London


Answer-4) Washington DC

Explanation:

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has declared a global recession driven by the COVID-19 pandemic that could be worse than the 2008-09 global financial crisis. The estimated overall financial needs of emerging markets is 2.5 trillion dollars as 81 emergency financing requests, including 50 from lower-income countries, have been received by IMF. Kyrgyzstan would receive the first IMF support package of $120.9 million to deal with adverse effects of the virus.

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Chandan Singh Rathore who passed recently is a former ___________.

1) Army Chief

2) Director of SSB

3) Lieutenant General (Army)

4) Vice Admiral (Navy)

5) Air Vice Marshal (Air force)


Answer-5) Air Vice Marshal (Air force)

Explanation:

Air Vice Marshal(AVM) retired, MahaVir Chakra(MVR) recipient (1971) & Group Captain Chandan Singh Rathore passed away at 95 at his Jodhpur residence, Rajasthan.Awards received are- AtiVishishtSeva Medal (1961), Vir Chakra (1962).

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National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS) is in which Indian city?

A. Indore

B. Patna

C. Bangalore

D. New Delhi

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The government of India launched a toll-free helpline number for people who may face any mental health issues due to the nationwide lockdown to contain the spread of coronavirus. It was launched by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore.

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The Assam State Disaster Management Authority launched an Upgraded State COVID-19 Control Room in which city?

A. Cachar

B. Sonpur

C. Guwahati

D. Baksa

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The Assam State Disaster Management Authority launched an Upgraded State COVID-19 Control Room in Guwahati, Assam on 31 March. The aim is to render uninterrupted service to the people during the lockdown due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and Assam Police have been deployed for any response needed.

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Kaushal Satrang scheme has been launched by which state?

A. Haryana

B. Uttar Pradesh

C. Bihar

D. Uttarakhand

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh State government has launched three schemes, namely Kaushal Satrang, Yuva Hub, and an apprenticeship scheme for skill development and employment generation for youths in the state. It also has announced to depute Arogya Mitras at all primary health centres to inform people about govt. health schemes. The schemes were launched by Chief Minister of state Yogi Adityanath.

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The Department of Posts has introduced a free digital parcel locker service in which city?

A. Bhubaneswar

B. Kolkata

C. Dehradun

D. Ahmedabad

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The Department of Posts has introduced a free digital parcel locker service in the city from 11 March for the first time in India. The Chief Post Master General, West Bengal Circle, Gautam Bhattacharya, inaugurated the service from the Nabadiganta IT Post Office. Free digital parcel locker facility will be available in two post offices in Kolkata, one in the Nabadiganta IT Post Office in Sector 5 of Salt Lake City and two another in New Town.

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The Ministry of Home affairs sanctioned Rs. 365 Crore to build 2nd Integrated check post (ICP) in which Indian state?

1) Assam

2) Mizoram

3) Tripura

4) Sikkim

5) Arunachal Pradesh


Answer-3) Tripura

Explanation:

Ministry of Home Affairs has sanctioned Rs.365 crores for constructing New Integrated Check Post (ICP) of About 130 km at Sabroom, Tripura. This is the second Integrated Check Post to be built along the Indo-Bangla border.

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Name the Institute which entered into the Limca Book of Records (LBR) for establishing the ‘India’s First Living Culinary Arts Museum’.

1) Delhi Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (DIHM&CT)

2) Institute of Hotel Management, Lucknow (IHM-Lucknow)

3) Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA)

4) Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (AIHM&CT)

5) Banarsidas Chandiwala Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology (BHMCT)


Answer-3) Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA)

Explanation:

Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration (WGSHA) of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) entered the Limca Book of Records (LBR) for establishing “India’s First Living Culinary Arts Museum” at WGSHA, Manipal, Karnataka.

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Which state has cancelled reservation in promotion for state government employees?

A. Uttarakhand

B. Uttar Pradesh

C. Madhya Pradesh

D. Bihar

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

Uttarakhand government cancelled reservation in promotion for state government employees. It issued orders relating to the departmental promotion committee (DPC).

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What is the name of the first manned flight that will be launched to the International Space Station (ISS) by SpaceX?

A. Crew Fast

B. Crew Machine

C. Dragon white

D. Crew Dragon

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

SpaceX has announced that it is to launch its first manned flight to the International Space Station (ISS) in May 2020. The announcement comes despite the COVID-19 epidemic. SpaceX' Falcon 9 rocket is to launch the Crew Dragon. It will carry NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley to space from Launch Complex 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

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Name the State which announced to call Sanitary Personal in the state to be called as ‘Cleanliness Workers’.

1) Kerala

2) Telangana

3) Karnataka

4) Andhra Pradesh

5) Tamil Nadu


Answer-5) Tamil Nadu

Explanation:

According to the Tamil Nadu (TN) Chief Minister (CM), Karuppa Gounder Palanisamy (known as Edappadi K. Palaniswami), a total of 64,583 sanitary personnel employed by urban and rural civic bodies in the State will be called as” cleanliness workers” (Thooimai paniyalargal in Tamil) to honour their work.

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In which platform, the Government has launched the ‘MyGov Corona Helpdesk’ to create awareness among citizens about COVID-19 pandemic?

1) Google

2) Twitter

3) Whatsapp

4) Instagram

5) Facebook


Answer-3) Whatsapp

Explanation:

The government launched MyGov Corona Helpdesk on WhatsApp to create awareness among citizens about the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The official Whatsapp chatbot can also be used to resolve queries in relation to COVID-19 using the number 9013151515.

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