379 + Mcqs in May 2020 MockDrill Quiz Page 5 McqOptions

201.	Which state government has decided to provide Covid-19 patients video-calling facility and TV sets?
A.	Karnataka
B.	Tamil Nadu
C.	Madhya Pradesh
D.	Uttar Pradesh
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Uttar Pradesh

Discussion

202.	“National Test Abhyas app” that was launched by union HRD minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank has been downloaded by over two lakh aspirants of which exam?
A.	CLAT
B.	NEET
C.	JEE
D.	BDS
E.	B & C
Answer» F.

Discussion

203.	The Jammu & Kashmir government notified Jammu and Kashmir Grant of Domicile Certificate (Procedure) Rules, 2020. Who is the Lieutenant governor of J & K?
A.	Vajubhai Vala
B.	Arif Mohammad Khan
C.	Baby Rani Maurya
D.	R K Mathur
E.	None of these
Answer» F.

Discussion

204.	The government reduced Statutory Provident Fund contribution by both employers and employees for the next three months to ______________ .
A.	10%
B.	8%
C.	11%
D.	5%
E.	None of these
Answer» B. 8%

Discussion

205.	‘Bundesliga’ football league was recently in news. It belongs to which country?
A.	USA
B.	Germany
C.	South Korea
D.	Australia
E.	None of these
Answer» C. South Korea

Discussion

206.	Which herb can be effective and preventive drug against the COVID-19 infection, according to a collaborative research by IIT-Delhi and a Scientific institute of Japan?
A.	Amalaki
B.	Vibhitaki
C.	Ashwagandha
D.	Tulsi
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Tulsi

Discussion

207.	How many cities have been certified 5 star of garbage free cities for 2019-20 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)?
A.	10
B.	5
C.	3
D.	6
E.	None of these
Answer» E. None of these

Discussion

208.	Hossein Kazempour Ardebili passed away recently. He was the longtime OPEC governor of which country?
A.	Iran
B.	Iraq
C.	Qatar
D.	Saudi Arabia
E.	None of these
Answer» B. Iraq

Discussion

209.	The term “Solar minimum” was recently in news. It is the period of least solar activity in the ______________ year solar cycle of the Sun.
A.	21
B.	7
C.	11
D.	14
E.	None of these
Answer» D. 14

Discussion

210.	A book titled “Hop On: My Adventures on Boats, Trains and Planes” to celebrate the 86thbirthday of which popular author?
A.	Stephen King
B.	Ruskin Bond
C.	J M Coetzee
D.	Paolo Giordano
E.	None of these
Answer» C. J M Coetzee

Discussion

211.	Facebook launched its ‘Facebook Shops’, a service that will allow businesses to display and sell products on its platforms. Who is the CEO of Facebook?
A.	Sundar Pichai
B.	Tim Cook
C.	Mark Zuckerberg
D.	Bill Gates
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Bill Gates

Discussion

212.	Department of Defence Production (DDP) has approved procurement of how many items only from local suppliers to boost ‘Make in India’?
A.	27
B.	16
C.	26
D.	35
E.	None of these
Answer» D. 35

Discussion

213.	In which state, the temporary release of the prisoners has been allowed beyond the maximum period of 16 weeks?
A.	Kerala
B.	Haryana
C.	Gujarat
D.	Maharashtra
E.	None of these
Answer» F.

Discussion

214.	Which company has acquired 10% stake in Adjaristsqali Netherlands BV from the International Finance Corporation (IFC)?
A.	Reliance Power
B.	Tata Power
C.	NTPC
D.	JSW Energy
E.	None of these
Answer» C. NTPC

Discussion

215.	Which bank has been appointed to work together with Franklin Templeton Asset Management to assist the trustees in monetising portfolios of the six schemes?
A.	HDFC Bank
B.	ICICI Bank
C.	IndusInd Bank
D.	Kotak Mahindra Bank
E.	None of these
Answer» E. None of these

Discussion

216.	Who is the Prime Minister of Israel that recently sworn into Office?
A.	Benjamin Netanyahu
B.	Justin Trudeau
C.	Mikhail Mishustin
D.	Erna Solberg
E.	None of these
Answer» B. Justin Trudeau

Discussion

217.	The National Anti Doping Agency (NADA) has provisionally suspended Savita Kumari and Ankit Shishodia for violating anti-doping rules. They are related to ______________ .
A.	Table Tennis
B.	Powerlifting
C.	Wrestling
D.	Running
E.	None of these
Answer» C. Wrestling

Discussion

218.	Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' released three handbooks prepared by which organization to adopt value-based global standards of education?
A.	National Book Trust
B.	Central Board of Secondary Education
C.	University Grants Commission
D.	National Council of Educational Research and Training
E.	None of these
Answer» C. University Grants Commission

Discussion

219.	Government of India has launched a scheme for 100% solarisation of which temple?
A.	Modhera Sun Temple
B.	Lingaraj Temple
C.	Konarka Sun Temple
D.	Shri Jagnnath Temple
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Shri Jagnnath Temple

Discussion

220.	Dr. Harsh Vardhan participated in the 32ndCommonwealth Health Ministers' Meeting. What was the theme of this meeting?
A.	Universal Health Coverage: Reaching the unreached, ensuring no one is left behind
B.	Sustainable financing of universal health coverage as an essential component
C.	Delivering a co-ordinated Commonwealth COVID-19 response
D.	Health Security and Universal Health Coverage (UHC)
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Health Security and Universal Health Coverage (UHC)

Discussion

221.	Who attended a video conference meeting of commerce ministers of G-20 countries recently?
A.	Piyush Goyal
B.	Rajnath Singh
C.	Nirmala Sitharama
D.	S Jaishankar
E.	None of these
Answer» B. Rajnath Singh

Discussion

222.	The EPF contribution will be reduced for businesses and workers for 3 months to ______________ each from the existing 12%.
A.	8%
B.	10%
C.	5%
D.	7%
E.	None of these
Answer» C. 5%

Discussion

223.	The Centre has set up a new body - Rice Export Promotion Forum (REPF), under the aegis of ______________ .
A.	FICCI
B.	FSSAI
C.	APEDA
D.	EXIM Bank
E.	None of these
Answer» D. EXIM Bank

Discussion

224.	Which state government has banned all transfer of officers and employees in view of Covid-19 pandemic for the current session 2020-21?
A.	Uttar Pradesh
B.	Odisha
C.	Telangana
D.	Madhya Pradesh
E.	None of these
Answer» B. Odisha

Discussion

225.	The Reserve Bank extended a scheme providing interest subsidy for post and pre-shipment export credit by a year till March 31, ______________ .
A.	2023
B.	2024
C.	2021
D.	2025
E.	None of these
Answer» D. 2025

Discussion

226.	Which country has come up with iFeel-You, an intelligent bracelet which will help users respect social distancing rules?
A.	Norway
B.	Sweden
C.	Italy
D.	Australia
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Australia

Discussion

227.	Name the first European country to declare its domestic coronavirus outbreak officially over.
A.	France
B.	Slovenia
C.	UK
D.	Russia
E.	None of these
Answer» C. UK

Discussion

228.	The PM CARES Fund Trust decided to allocate ______________ to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
A.	3,100 Cr
B.	2,200 Cr
C.	4,100 Cr
D.	2,300 Cr
E.	None of these
Answer» B. 2,200 Cr

Discussion

229.	A ______________ funding has been approved by the World Bank to accelerate India’s COVID-19 Social Protection Response Program.
A.	$2.2 billion
B.	$3 billion
C.	$2.5 billion
D.	$1 billion
E.	None of these
Answer» E. None of these

Discussion

230.	Which state will host 11th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2021?
A.	Uttar Pradesh
B.	Odisha
C.	Telangana
D.	Madhya Pradesh
E.	None of these
Answer» B. Odisha

Discussion

231.	Who heads the 5-member high-powered committee constituted by Andhra Pradesh to probe the leakage of Styrene vapour gas?
A.	Neelam Sawhney
B.	Mekathoti Sucharitha
C.	Neerab Kumar Prasad
D.	P. Puspasreevani
E.	None of these
Answer» D. P. Puspasreevani

Discussion

232.	Which state launched a 'Matir Smristi' scheme to utilise 50,000 acres of barren land in 6 districts for income-generating activities?
A.	Maharashtra
B.	Chhattisgarh
C.	Kerala
D.	West Bengal
E.	None of these
Answer» E. None of these

Discussion

233.	The Gujarat government announced a scheme "Atmanirbhar Gujarat Sahay Yojna" under which people in lower middle income group can avail guarantee-free loan of Rs ______________ .
A.	5 lakh
B.	10 lakh
C.	1 lakh
D.	3 lakh
E.	None of these
Answer» D. 3 lakh

Discussion

234.	The Police of which State/UT launched ‘Thermal Corona Combat Headgear’ to enforce social distancing?
A.	Gujarat
B.	Karnataka
C.	Rajasthan
D.	West Bengal
E.	None of these
Answer» F.

Discussion

235.	Reliance Jio has sold a 1.34 % to which company making it the fourth such stake sale?
A.	General Atlantic
B.	Advent International.
C.	Apollo Global Management.
D.	Blackstone
E.	None of these
Answer» B. Advent International.

Discussion

236.	Shree Rajnath Singh commissioned which Indian Coast Guard Ship and two interceptor boats (IBs) C-450 and C-451 in Goa?
A.	ICGS Samarth
B.	ICGS Samrat
C.	ICGS Samudra
D.	ICGS Sachet
E.	None of these
Answer» E. None of these

Discussion

237.	“National Endangered Species Day” was observed on which date of this year?
A.	May 15
B.	May 10
C.	May 17
D.	May 13
E.	None of these
Answer» B. May 10

Discussion

238.	Which ministry in partnership with Facebook India launched an initiative called “GOAL” to skill 5000 youth in India?
A.	Ministry of Information & Broadcast
B.	Ministry of Tribal Affairs
C.	Ministry of Commerce & Industry
D.	Ministry of Human Resource Development
E.	None of these
Answer» C. Ministry of Commerce & Industry

Discussion

239.	Every year on May 15, we celebrate International Families Day. What was the theme this year?
A.	Families and Climate Action: focus on SDG13
B.	Families and inclusive societies
C.	Families in Development: Copenhagen & Beijing + 25
D.	Families, education and well-being
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Families, education and well-being

Discussion

240.	Which Day is observed on the 16thof May, every year?
A.	National Malaria Day
B.	National Dengue Day
C.	National Tuberculosis Day
D.	National Diabetes Day
E.	None of these
Answer» C. National Tuberculosis Day

Discussion

241.	The United Nations on May 13 slashed India’s GDP to 1.2%. Where is the HQs of UN?
A.	Paris, France
B.	New York, United States
C.	Monaco, Canada
D.	Shanghai, China
E.	None of these
Answer» C. Monaco, Canada

Discussion

242.	CSIR-Central Food Technologies Research Institute (CFTRI), is providing 'Spirulina groundnut Chikki' to patients and healthcare professionals. Where is CFTRI based at?
A.	Mumbai
B.	Kolkata
C.	Mysuru
D.	New Delhi
E.	None of these
Answer» D. New Delhi

Discussion

243.	Victoria Falls was recently in news. It falls on which river?
A.	Nile River
B.	Senegal River
C.	Zambezi River
D.	Congo River
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Congo River

Discussion

244.	The Centre has given approval to a modified detailed project report (DPR) of the Ujh Multipurpose Project. River Ujh is located in ______________ .
A.	Goa
B.	J & K
C.	Uttar Pradesh
D.	West Bengal
E.	None of these
Answer» C. Uttar Pradesh

Discussion

245.	Which state has decided to bring 3 ordinances soon to bolster agri-economy of the state with a focus on more job creation in rural areas?
A.	Jharkhand
B.	Telangana
C.	Odisha
D.	Maharashtra
E.	None of these
Answer» D. Maharashtra

Discussion

246.	Which state has launched a new app and website named ‘GetCETGo’ to provide online coaching to students appearing for CET, NEET exam?
A.	Tamil Nadu
B.	West Bengal
C.	Uttar Pradesh
D.	Karnataka
E.	None of these
Answer» E. None of these

Discussion

247.	The Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) like the CRPF and the BSF will sell only indigenous products from which date of year 2020?
A.	July 1
B.	December 31
C.	June 1
D.	September 1
E.	None of these
Answer» D. September 1

Discussion

248.	The Government of India has reduced the rates of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and Tax Collected at Source (TCS) by what percent?
A.	45%
B.	25%
C.	35%
D.	15%
E.	None of these
Answer» C. 35%

Discussion

249.	International tourism could decline by ______________ in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic as per the reports of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
A.	50-70 %
B.	65-85 %
C.	60-70 %
D.	60-80 %
E.	None of these
Answer» E. None of these

Discussion

250.	NABARD has sanctioned Rs 1500 Cr to which Indian state to ensure continuous credit flow to farmers?
A.	Rajasthan
B.	Gujarat
C.	Maharashtra
D.	Punjab
E.	None of these
Answer» C. Maharashtra

Discussion

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Which state government has decided to provide Covid-19 patients video-calling facility and TV sets?

“National Test Abhyas app” that was launched by union HRD minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank has been downloaded by over two lakh aspirants of which exam?

The Jammu &amp; Kashmir government notified Jammu and Kashmir Grant of Domicile Certificate (Procedure) Rules, 2020. Who is the Lieutenant governor of J &amp; K?

The government reduced Statutory Provident Fund contribution by both employers and employees for the next three months to ______________ .

‘Bundesliga’ football league was recently in news. It belongs to which country?

Which herb can be effective and preventive drug against the COVID-19 infection, according to a collaborative research by IIT-Delhi and a Scientific institute of Japan?

How many cities have been certified 5 star of garbage free cities for 2019-20 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)?

Hossein Kazempour Ardebili passed away recently. He was the longtime OPEC governor of which country?

The term “Solar minimum” was recently in news. It is the period of least solar activity in the ______________ year solar cycle of the Sun.

A book titled “Hop On: My Adventures on Boats, Trains and Planes” to celebrate the 86thbirthday of which popular author?

Facebook launched its ‘Facebook Shops’, a service that will allow businesses to display and sell products on its platforms. Who is the CEO of Facebook?

Department of Defence Production (DDP) has approved procurement of how many items only from local suppliers to boost ‘Make in India’?

In which state, the temporary release of the prisoners has been allowed beyond the maximum period of 16 weeks?

Which company has acquired 10% stake in Adjaristsqali Netherlands BV from the International Finance Corporation (IFC)?

Which bank has been appointed to work together with Franklin Templeton Asset Management to assist the trustees in monetising portfolios of the six schemes?

Who is the Prime Minister of Israel that recently sworn into Office?

The National Anti Doping Agency (NADA) has provisionally suspended Savita Kumari and Ankit Shishodia for violating anti-doping rules. They are related to ______________ .

Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' released three handbooks prepared by which organization to adopt value-based global standards of education?

Government of India has launched a scheme for 100% solarisation of which temple?

Dr. Harsh Vardhan participated in the 32ndCommonwealth Health Ministers' Meeting. What was the theme of this meeting?

Who attended a video conference meeting of commerce ministers of G-20 countries recently?

The EPF contribution will be reduced for businesses and workers for 3 months to ______________ each from the existing 12%.

The Centre has set up a new body - Rice Export Promotion Forum (REPF), under the aegis of ______________ .

Which state government has banned all transfer of officers and employees in view of Covid-19 pandemic for the current session 2020-21?

The Reserve Bank extended a scheme providing interest subsidy for post and pre-shipment export credit by a year till March 31, ______________ .

Which country has come up with iFeel-You, an intelligent bracelet which will help users respect social distancing rules?

Name the first European country to declare its domestic coronavirus outbreak officially over.

The PM CARES Fund Trust decided to allocate ______________ to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

A ______________ funding has been approved by the World Bank to accelerate India’s COVID-19 Social Protection Response Program.

Which state will host 11th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2021?

Who heads the 5-member high-powered committee constituted by Andhra Pradesh to probe the leakage of Styrene vapour gas?

Which state launched a 'Matir Smristi' scheme to utilise 50,000 acres of barren land in 6 districts for income-generating activities?

The Gujarat government announced a scheme "Atmanirbhar Gujarat Sahay Yojna" under which people in lower middle income group can avail guarantee-free loan of Rs ______________ .

The Police of which State/UT launched ‘Thermal Corona Combat Headgear’ to enforce social distancing?

Reliance Jio has sold a 1.34 % to which company making it the fourth such stake sale?

Shree Rajnath Singh commissioned which Indian Coast Guard Ship and two interceptor boats (IBs) C-450 and C-451 in Goa?

“National Endangered Species Day” was observed on which date of this year?

Which ministry in partnership with Facebook India launched an initiative called “GOAL” to skill 5000 youth in India?

Every year on May 15, we celebrate International Families Day. What was the theme this year?

Which Day is observed on the 16thof May, every year?

The United Nations on May 13 slashed India’s GDP to 1.2%. Where is the HQs of UN?

CSIR-Central Food Technologies Research Institute (CFTRI), is providing 'Spirulina groundnut Chikki' to patients and healthcare professionals. Where is CFTRI based at?

Victoria Falls was recently in news. It falls on which river?

The Centre has given approval to a modified detailed project report (DPR) of the Ujh Multipurpose Project. River Ujh is located in ______________ .

Which state has decided to bring 3 ordinances soon to bolster agri-economy of the state with a focus on more job creation in rural areas?

Which state has launched a new app and website named ‘GetCETGo’ to provide online coaching to students appearing for CET, NEET exam?

The Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) like the CRPF and the BSF will sell only indigenous products from which date of year 2020?

The Government of India has reduced the rates of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) and Tax Collected at Source (TCS) by what percent?

International tourism could decline by ______________ in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic as per the reports of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

NABARD has sanctioned Rs 1500 Cr to which Indian state to ensure continuous credit flow to farmers?

The Jammu & Kashmir government notified Jammu and Kashmir Grant of Domicile Certificate (Procedure) Rules, 2020. Who is the Lieutenant governor of J & K?