Daily Current Quiz - 21st May 2018
Read a new set of questions as given in Daily Current Quiz - 21st May 2018. These have been picked up from all the Latest News of the weekend and we hope this will be of immense help to those who are preparing for government examinations like IBPS PO, IBPS CLERK, SSC CGL and SSC CHSL. Aspirants should go through these in details as we have provided proper explanation and answers along with each of the topic. We also advise our readers to go through the Daily Current Affairs Updates before solving the quiz.
Q1. Which day is observed as International Museum Day ?
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Correct Answer: C [ 18 May ]
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The worldwide community of museums will celebrate International Museum Day on and around 18 May 2018. Theme: Hyperconnected museums: New approaches, new publics".
The worldwide community of museums will celebrate International Museum Day on and around 18 May 2018. Theme: Hyperconnected museums: New approaches, new publics".
Q2. which day is observed as Anti-Terrorism Day ?
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Correct Answer: D [ 21st May ]
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Anti-Terrorism Day is observed on 21st May to generate awareness in the country among all sections of people, about the danger of terrorism and violence and its effect on the people, society and the country as a whole.
Anti-Terrorism Day is observed on 21st May to generate awareness in the country among all sections of people, about the danger of terrorism and violence and its effect on the people, society and the country as a whole.
Q3. Who is the Chairman and Managing Director of Coal India?
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Correct Answer: B [ Anil Kumar Jha ]
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The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the appointment of Mahanadi Coalfields chief Anil Kumar Jha as Chairman and Managing Director of Coal India.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the appointment of Mahanadi Coalfields chief Anil Kumar Jha as Chairman and Managing Director of Coal India.
Q4. Who has been named as the president of Hockey India ?
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Correct Answer: A [ Rajinder Singh ]
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Rajinder Singh was named president of Hockey India (HI), following Mariamma Koshy's resignation from the post.
Rajinder Singh was named president of Hockey India (HI), following Mariamma Koshy's resignation from the post.
Q5. Which institute has set up India’s first Centre for Energy Regulation (CER)?
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Correct Answer: C [ IIT Kanpur ]
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Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has set up India’s first Centre for Energy Regulation (CER) with the help of Government of United Kingdom
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has set up India’s first Centre for Energy Regulation (CER) with the help of Government of United Kingdom
Q6. How much fine did RBI impose on South Indian Bank ?
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Correct Answer: B [ 5 crore ]
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a penalty of 5 crore on South Indian Bank (SIB) for non-compliance with its directions on Income Recognition and Asset Classification (IRAC) norms, Know Your Customer (KYC) norms and treasury function.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a penalty of 5 crore on South Indian Bank (SIB) for non-compliance with its directions on Income Recognition and Asset Classification (IRAC) norms, Know Your Customer (KYC) norms and treasury function.
Q7. which is the most wealthiest country in the world?
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Correct Answer: D [ U.S. ]
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According to the AfrAsia Bank Global Wealth Migration Review, India is the sixth wealthiest country in the world with a total wealth of USD 8,230 billion..
According to the AfrAsia Bank Global Wealth Migration Review, India is the sixth wealthiest country in the world with a total wealth of USD 8,230 billion..
Q8. World’s First Floating Nuclear Plant has been unveiled in which country?
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Correct Answer: A [ Russia ]
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Russia Unveils World’s First Floating Nuclear Plant Before Journey To Siberia
Russia Unveils World’s First Floating Nuclear Plant Before Journey To Siberia
Q9. The 26th BASIC Ministerial Meeting of Environment Ministers was held in which country?
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Correct Answer: C [ South Africa ]
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The 26th BASIC Ministerial Meeting of Environment Ministers was held in Durban, South Africa.
The 26th BASIC Ministerial Meeting of Environment Ministers was held in Durban, South Africa.
Q10. Who won the European Golden Shoe for the fifth time?
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Correct Answer: B [ Lionel Messi ]
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Lionel Messi wins European Golden Shoe for the fifth time
Lionel Messi wins European Golden Shoe for the fifth time
Q11. Who has been confirmed as CIA's first female director?
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Correct Answer: D [ Gina Haspel ]
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Gina Haspel confirmed as CIA's first female director
Gina Haspel confirmed as CIA's first female director
Q12. Which word have been added in in Hindi and English languages for scientific and technical purposes ?
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Correct Answer: C [ AYUSH ]
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The Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology has decided to adopt the word ‘AYUSH’ in Hindi and English languages for scientific and technical purposes.
The Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology has decided to adopt the word ‘AYUSH’ in Hindi and English languages for scientific and technical purposes.
Q13. The Venture Capital Symposium 2018 to deepen the relationship between India and ________
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Correct Answer: D [ France ]
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NITI Aayog, in association with Vision India Foundation, is organising the Venture Capital Symposium 2018 to deepen the economic relationships between France and India.
NITI Aayog, in association with Vision India Foundation, is organising the Venture Capital Symposium 2018 to deepen the economic relationships between France and India.
Q14. India’s Jagriti Yatra won charity award in which country?
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Correct Answer: B [ UK ]
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An Indian charity that organises 15-day train journeys around India to understand and build the India of smaller towns and villages through enterprise has won an award in UK,London.
An Indian charity that organises 15-day train journeys around India to understand and build the India of smaller towns and villages through enterprise has won an award in UK,London.
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