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1
Who organised the National Metrology Conclave 2021?
A
India Meteorological Department
B
Indian Council of Medical Research
C
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Physical Laboratory
D
All of these
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Answer:Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Physical Laboratory
Explanation:
National Metrology Conclave 2021 is being organised by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi which is entering into its 75th year of inception. The theme of the conclave is Metrology for the Inclusive Growth of the Nation.
2
H5N1 is the most common form of
A
Bird flu
B
Swine flu
C
Small pox
D
Chicken pox
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Explanation:
A bird flu warning has been sounded in Rajasthan after the confirmation of its virus in dead crows in Jhalawar district. Animal Husbandry Department has set up a state-level control room and sent its teams to the district for effective monitoring. Bird flu, also called avian influenza, is a viral infection that can infect not only birds, but also humans and other animals. Most forms of the virus are restricted to birds. H5N1 is the most common form of bird flu.
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3
Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Kharif crops?
A
More than 64 lakh paddy farmers have been benefited from current Kharif Marketing Season Procurement Operations with Minimum Support Price, MSP value of over 94 thousand crore rupees.
B
Government continues to procure Kharif crops at its Minimum Support Price from farmers as per its existing MSP schemes.
C
Both A & B
D
None of these
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Explanation:
More than 64 lakh paddy farmers have been benefited from current Kharif Marketing Season Procurement Operations with Minimum Support Price, MSP value of over 94 thousand crore rupees. Government continues to procure Kharif crops at its Minimum Support Price from farmers as per its existing MSP schemes.
4
Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Kochi-Mangaluru Natural Gas Pipeline?
A
The 450 kilometre long pipeline has been built by GAIL (India) Limited.
B
It has transportation capacity of 12 Million Metric Standard Cubic Metres per day.
C
Both A & B
D
None of these
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Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the Kochi - Mangaluru Natural Gas Pipeline to the nation. The event marks an important milestone towards the creation of One Nation One Gas Grid. The 450 kilometre long pipeline has been built by GAIL (India) Limited. It has transportation capacity of 12 Million Metric Standard Cubic Metres per day.
5
Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Fiji?
A
The first consignment of relief materials from India for the cyclone-affected people reached Fiji.
B
Fiji was hit by a Category 5 Tropical Cyclone Yasa last month.
C
Both A & B
D
None of the above
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Explanation:
The first consignment of relief materials from India for the cyclone-affected people reached Fiji. Another consignment is due to arrive by 6th January. Fiji was hit by a Category 5 Tropical Cyclone Yasa last month which caused extensive damage and destruction of critical infrastructure. The relief material sent by the Government of India, consisting of shelter and hygiene kits, will provide immediate assistance to the cyclone-affected communities.
6
Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the UN resolution on Rohingyas?
A
Bangladesh has expressed happiness over the UN resolution on Rohingyas adopted at the 75th General Assembly.
B
The resolution was passed with 132 countries voting in favour of it and 9 countries including Russia and China opposing it.
C
26 countries including India and Japan abstained from voting on the resolution.
D
All of these
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Explanation:
Bangladesh has expressed happiness over the UN resolution on Rohingyas adopted at the 75th General Assembly. The resolution was passed with 132 countries voting in favour of it and 9 countries including Russia and China opposing it. 26 countries including India and Japan abstained from voting on the resolution.
7
Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the FIFA World Cup?
A
FIFA has cancelled Under-17 and Under-20 World Cups till 2023.
B
India will host the Under-20s and Peru the Under-17s.
C
Both A & B
D
None of the above
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Answer: FIFA has cancelled Under-17 and Under-20 World Cups till 2023.
Explanation:
Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has cancelled Under-17 and Under-20 World Cups that were scheduled to be played next year due to a coronavirus pandemic. These World Cups will now be played in 2023, with Indonesia still hosting the Under-20s and Peru the Under-17s.
8
Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the All India Football Federation?
A
AIFF has formally announced its candidature to host the AFC Asian Cup 2027.
B
AIFF showcased the unrivalled potential of hosting Asia’s flagship football event in the world’s fastest emerging football market.
C
Both A & B
D
None of these
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Explanation:
All India Football Federation (AIFF) has formally announced its candidature to host the AFC Asian Cup 2027 and deliver a brighter future together for football in India and across Asia. Unveiling its plans at the launch in New Delhi, AIFF showcased the unrivalled potential of hosting Asia’s flagship football event in the world’s fastest emerging football market, home to 1.3 billion people.
9
Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Delhi-Meerut RRTS project?
A
Chinese company, Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Company Limited will construct the 5.6-kilometre underground stretch, from New Ashok Nagar to Sahibabad, of the Delhi-Meerut RRTS project.
B
The 82-km-long Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor is being funded by the Asian Development Bank and procurement is governed by the guidelines of the bank and the government.
C
Both A & B
D
None of these
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Explanation:
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation has awarded a contract to a Chinese company, Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Company Limited, for the construction of a 5.6-kilometre underground stretch, from New Ashok Nagar to Sahibabad, of the Delhi-Meerut RRTS project. The 82-km-long Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor is being funded by the Asian Development Bank and procurement is governed by the guidelines of the bank and the government.
10
Which country has successfully cultured the new coronavirus strain, firstly?
A
US
B
UK
C
India
D
China
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Explanation:
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has successfully cultured the new coronavirus strain, which originated in the U.K. The ICMR claimed that no country has yet reported successful isolation and culture of the U.K. variant of SARS-CoV-2.
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