Important Current Affairs GK Quiz for IBPS RRB/Clerk/SO Exams (25th&26th November 2016):
Dear Readers, Here we have given the Current Affairs GK questions based on the previous days Daily Current Affairs updates. Candidates those who are preparing for IBPS RRB/Clerk/SO exam and all other Banking exams can use these questions.
1).What is the theme of the 2016 International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women?
a) Green the World - raise funds to end violence against women
b) Lavender the World - raise funds to end violence against women
c) Orange the World - raise funds to end violence against women
d) Pink the World - raise funds to end violence against women
e) Violet the World - raise funds to end violence against women
Answer: c)
Explanation: The 2016 International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women was observed across the world on 25 November 2016. The theme for the day is “Orange the World - raise funds to end violence against women”. The colour orange in the theme symbolizes a better future without the pervasive human rights violation that affects 1 in 3 women and girls all over the globe.
2). Who will be the Chief Guest at the 14th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas?
a) Antonio Costa
b) Donald Ramtar
c) Donald trump
d) Michael Ashwin
e) Satyandre Adhin
Answer: a)
Explanation: Dr. António Costa, Prime Minister of the Republic of Portugal has accepted an invitation from Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, to be the Chief Guest at the 14th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention to be held from 7 to 9 January, 2017 at Bengaluru in Karnataka
3).Who was honoured with Centenary Award for Indian Film Personality of the year at the 47th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)?
a) AR Rehman
b) Gulzar
c) SP Bala Subrahmanyam
d) Udit Narayan
e) Unni Krishna
Answer: c)
Explanation: SP Balasubrahmaniam, the legendary singer, has been honored with the 2016 Centenary Indian Film Personality of the year award at the 47th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2016 at Panaji in Goa for his distinguished services to the film industry. In the 2016 IFFI, South Korea will be the focus country and its’ movies will be showcased and well-known film personalities will also attend the festival. In it, the 2016 the Lifetime Achievement Award has been awarded to Im Kwon Taek, the internationally acclaimed South Korean film director and writer.
4).Which Indian actor won the Best Actor Award at the 10th Asia Pacific Screen Awards?
a) Manoj Bajpayee
b) Naseeruddin Shah
c) Nawazuddin Siddiqui
d) Om Puri
e) Rajini Kanth
Answer: a)
Explanation: Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee won the Best Actor Award at the 10th Asia Pacific Screen Awards, beating Nawazuddin Siddiqui who was awarded a special mention in the same category.Manoj won the Best Performance award for his role as Professor Siras in "Aligarh", a powerful and personal drama based on true events. Nawazuddin received a Special Mention in the Best Performance category for his role in Anurag Kashyap's "Raman Raghav 2.0".
5).Name the twin-seat aircraft that in November 2016 received the Initial Operation Clearance (IOC).
a) Jaguar DARIN I
b) Jaguar DARIN II
c) Jaguar DARIN III
d) Jaguar DARIN IV
e) Jaguar DARIN V
Answer: c)
Explanation: In a significant milestone for the country's military aviation sector, the upgraded Jaguar DARIN III twin-seat aircraft has received Initial Operation Clearance, IOC. Three DARIN I Standard Jaguars have been upgraded to DARIN III Standard by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited,HAL. Deputy Chief of IAF, Air Marshal R K S Bhadauria, who flew the aircraft at HAL airport in Bengaluru recently, announced the satisfactory completion of IOC. HAL CMD, T Suvarna Raju said the aircraft is now equipped with world class avionics system.
6).The Palampur Assembly Constituency of Himachal Pradesh that became the first e-Assembly constituency of India. Palampur constituency lies in which district of Himachal Pradesh?
a) Hamirpur
b) Bilaspur
c) Mandi
d) Kangra
e) Panba
Answer: d)
Explanation: The Palampur Assembly Constituency has become the India’s first e-assembly constituency at Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh. Now, the resident of constituency would not only know about the development works going on by one click on computer but they would also send their requirement about funds for different schemes in their respective areas online. This system would be introduced in other 67 constituencies of the state in next 6 months.
7).The Union Government in association with the North Eastern States and West Bengal organised the International Tourism Mart in which place?
a) Guwahati
b) Sikkim
c) Kolkata
d) Manipur
e) Tripura
Answer: d)
Explanation: The fifth International Tourism Mart has begun in Imphal, Manipur. It will be held between 23– 25 November 2016. The event has been organized by the Union Ministry of Tourism in association with the North Eastern States and West Bengal.
8). Who is the author of the book ‘Death Under the Deodars’?
a) Amit Chaudhuri
b) Jhumpa Lahiri
c) Kiran Desai
d) Ruskin Bond
e) Antonio Costa
Answer: d)
Explanation: The much-popular writer, storyteller Ruskin Bond has returned after a long sabbatical with a brand new collection of stories titled ‘Death under the Deodars: The Adventures of Miss Ripley-Bean’. The book consisting of 8 fresh thriller stories is set in the popular holiday destination, Mussoorie, in the bygone era of 1960-70. Through the stories, the writer narrates a murder mystery featuring an elderly woman- Miss Ripley-Bean and her friends.
9).Name the country that topped in the 2016 ICT Development Index out of a total of 175 countries?
a) Denmark
b) Iceland
c) India
d) Japan
e) South Korea
Answer: e)
Explanation: India has been ranked 138th in the 2016 ICT Development Index out of a total of 175 countries. In 2015, India ranked 135th position. The index was released as part of the annual measuring the Information Society Report for 2016 of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU). Top 5 Countries are: South Korea (1st), Iceland (2nd), Denmark (3rd), Switzerland (4th) and United Kingdom (5th).
10).India’s first International Children’s festival will be held in which city?
a) Mumbai
b) New Delhi
c) Pune
d) Chennai
e) Ahmadabad
Answer: a)
Explanation: The 2nd edition of the Windmill Festival, touted as India’s first International Children’s festival, will be held at Reliance Jio Garden in Mumbai on January 14 and 15, 2017. The 2-day festival will be jointly organised by Event Capital and Tribe Asia and will cater kids below 12 years. It will include a day care centre; play areas, centre for robotics, centre for art, workshops, music and sports arena and much more, all categorised to suit the needs of different age groups of children.
11).Dileep Padgaonkar, who passed away recently, was the famous personality of which field?
a) Journalism
b) Music
c) Dance
d) Literature
e) Sports
Answer: a)
Explanation: Veteran journalist Dileep Padgaonkar, a well-known author and former editor of Times Of India, died at a private hospital in Pune on Friday morning, officials said. He was 72. He was admitted to the Ruby Hospital on November 18 following a massive heart attack.
12).Cricketer Karen Rolton has been inducted into the ICC’s Hall of Fame, is belonged to which country?
a) England
b) West Indies
c) New Zealand
d) Australia
e) Pakistan
Answer: d)
Explanation: Australia’s former women’s captain Karen Rolton has been inducted into the ICC’s Hall of Fame. Rolton was presented with a personalised cap by ICC Chief Executive David Richardson. She has become the 81st player to be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame and the sixth woman to receive the award.
13).Which of the following bank has recently launched contactless debit card which is based on Near Field Communication (NFC) technology?
a) ICICI Bank
b) Nainital Bank
c) South Indian Bank
d) Union Bank
e) Indian overseas bank
Answer: c)
Explanation: South Indian Bank launches contactless debit card, Kerala based South Indian Bank has launched contactless debit card which is based on Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. Customers can also use this card as contact chip card. If customers use this card at the contactless PoS terminal, the customer simply has to just wave the card on the terminal and the payment is processed wirelessly in a fast and secure manner.
14).Name the co-creator of iconic MiG-29 fighter jet, who has passed away?
a) Dileep Padgaonkar
b) Ivan Mikoya
c) James Mike
d) Max Planck
e) Tim hawkins
Answer: b)
Explanation: Ivan Mikoyan, Russian aircraft designer and one of the minds behind the MiG-29 fighter jet has died, aged 89. He was a lead engineer at MiG Aircraft Corporation's design bureau, founded by his uncle Artyom Mikoyan. He awarded the USSR State Prize twice for his contributions to the MiG project and remained a company adviser until his death.
15).Which of the following committee has been constituted to convert 100% Government – Citizen Transactions to the digital platform?
a) Amitabh Kant committee
b) Arun Jaitely committee
c) Arvind Panagariya committee
d) Kirti Parekh committee
e) Kishore Kumar committee
Answer: a)
Explanation: The Union Government has constituted a new committee to form a strategy to expedite the process of transforming India into a cashless economy. The committee will be headed by Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant. It has been tasked with identifying various bottlenecks affecting access of digital payments.
16).Who of the following will be conferred with the Legends Award by International Boxing Association (AIBA) on its 70th anniversary?
a) Kapil Mehta
b) Mary Kom
c) Shiva Thapa
d) Vijender Singh
e) Sonaki Gutha
Answer: b)
Explanation: MC Mary Kom, the Olympic bronze-medal winning boxer from India, will receive the 'Legends Award' on 20 December 2016. She will receive the award from the International Boxing Association (AIBA) on its 70th anniversary.
17).Which committee was constituted by Union Government on Yoga Education in Universities?
a) Dwarakanath Bhavan Committee
b) H R Nagendra committee
c) M M Lal committee
d) Suresh Lal Barnawal committee
e) Kirti Parekh committee
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Answer: b)
Explanation: H R Nagendra committee The Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH, Shripad Yesso Naik has recently given information regarding Prof. H.R. Nagendra committee on Yoga Education in Universities in the Rajya Sabha. The 12-member committee has prescribed the curriculum for the following five courses: Bachelors of Science (yoga), Masters of Science(Yoga), Doctor of Philosophy(Yoga), Post Graduate Diploma In Yoga and Post Graduate in Yoga Therapy. The committee has also prescribed the details of courses to be run and qualification of yoga faculty in its report.
18).Who has been appointed as the Lieutenant General of Pakistan's Army ?
a) Babeel Qureshi
b) Bilal Qureshi
c) Faisal Qureshi
d) Ifan Qureshi
e) Qamar Javed Bajwa
Answer: e)
Explanation: Pakistan appointed Lieutenant General Qamar Javed Bajwa as its new Army chief, reports said. Bajwa will take up the new post on Tuesday after the retirement of the incumbent chief Raheel Sharif. Notably, Bajwa had served alongside former Indian Army chief Bikram Singh on a UN mission in Africa's Congo.
19).Constitution Day is observed across India on which date?
a) 24 November
b) 26 November
c) 18 December
d) 16 December
e) 17 November
Answer: b)
Explanation: The Samvidhan Diwas or the Constitution Day of India is being observed on 26th November to spread awareness of Indian Constitution. On 26 Nov 1949, constitution of India was adopted and came into force on January 26, 1950 marking the beginning of a new era in the history of free India. The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE) is the nodal Ministry for the celebration of Constitution Day. This year it is second edition of the Constitution Day. On this occasion Prime Minister Narendra has released two books on Constitution ‘Making of Constitution’ and ‘New Version of Constitution of India‘.
20).First International Gita Mahotsav to be celebrated in __________?
a) Haryana
b) Bihar
c) Nagaland
d) Manipur
e) New Delhi
Answer: a)
Explanation: The first ever International Gita Mahotsav will be celebrated at Kurukshetra in Haryana from 6th to 10th December. Briefing media in New Delhi today, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said, President Pranab Mukherjee will inaugurate the event.
21).Name the portal launched by the Indian Government help passengers book airtickets.
a) Havai vyavastha
b) Aasman sewa
c) Karya sewa
d) AirSewa
e) Air ticket sewa
Answer: d)
Explanation: Government has launched an AirSewa Portal and Mobile App to offer air travelers a convenient and hassle free experience. Through this app, passengers can check their flight status, flight schedule and register their grievances. Passengers will be able to post their feedback and complaints. The user will be given a unique reference number for each reported grievance.
22).Which ministry has launched a campaign to open bank accounts of workers, both in organised and unorganised sectors?
a) Corporate Affairs
b) Information and Broadcasting
c) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
d) Finance
e) Social Justice and Empowerment
Answer: d)
Explanation: The government has launched a campaign to open bank accounts of workers, both in organised and unorganised sectors. The campaign is being organised by the Union Labour Ministry in collaboration with the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance. Special camps will be organized in every district at specific locations to facilitate the workers to open their bank accounts.
23).The Indian Government has imposed Duty on which product to protect the domestic market?
a) Textiles
b) Steel
c) Electronics
d) Cement
e) Leather
Answer: b)
Explanation: Government has slapped safeguard duty on import of certain steel products to protect domestic manufacturers from cheap in-bound shipments. The safeguard duty has been imposed on import of hot rolled flat sheets & plates of alloy. The effective duty rate will be calculated after deducting value of goods. The duty arrived at would be 10 per cent in the first year and will gradually reduce.
24).According to Deutsche Bank India’s real GDP growth is expected to be at _____%.
a) 6.1
b) 6.2
c) 6.3
d) 6.8
e) 6.5
Answer: e)
Explanation: India’s real GDP growth is expected to slow to 6.5% in the current fiscal on the likely impact of demonetisation. According to the global financial services major, economic growth will see a moderation in the near term. It would gradually recover to 7.5% in the next financial year. PM Modi had on Nov 8 announced the demonetisation of Rs. 500 & Rs. 1,000 notes.
25).Which company has signed a MoU with the Self-Employed Women’s Association of India (SEWA)?
a) Best Western
b) FlipKey
c) N9NE Group
d) Airbnb
e) Landry's, Inc.
Answer: d)
Explanation: Leading community-driven hospitality company Airbnb has announced signing of a MoU with the Self-Employed Women’s Association of India (SEWA). Through the partnership Airbnb will work with SEWA members to help them share their homes with Airbnb’s community of international and domestic guests. It will create economic opportunities for women in rural areas and promoting tourism.
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