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27, 28 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

27, 28 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 27, 28 February 2019 :
Which city hosted the Future of Indian Banking Conference?
A. Pune
B. Mumbai
C. Bengaluru
D. New Delhi
Answer: D
Explanation: NITI Aayog co-hosted a conference on “The Future of Indian Banking” on February 22, 2019 in New Delhi with the Foundation for Economic Growth and Welfare (EGROW Foundation).  The conference aimed to increase and elevate the discourse on the banking sector in India, and help develop insights to inform the continued evolution of the Indian banking sector.

How many countries have ratified the Geneva Convention?
A. 191
B. 191
C. 196
D. 168
Answer: C
Explanation: The Geneva Conventions are a set of international treaties agreed to between 1864 and 1949 that establish the standards of international law for humanitarian treatment in case of war. The conventions were ratified, in whole or with reservations, by 196 countries across the world.

When the National Science Day is observed every year?
A. February 25
B. February 26
C. February 27
D. February 28
Answer: D
Explanation: The National Science Day 2019 was observed across India on February 28, 2019 to mark the discovery of the Raman Effect by Indian physicist Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman (CV Raman). The theme of National Science Day 2019 was "Science for the People and the People for Science.". .....Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

25, 26 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

25, 26 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 25, 26 February 2019 :
Dhaj village of which state emerged as the first Eco-village of the country?
A. Rajasthan
B. Kerala
C. Gujarat
D. Bihar
Answer: C
Explanation: Dhaj village which is situated in the forest area of Gujarat's Surat city has emerged as the first Eco-village of the country. The village uses all natural resources to live their lives such as solar panels for electricity, biogas plants, water tanks to collect rain water etc. The village is situated about 70 km far from Surat and has been developed with the joint efforts of Gujarat Ecology Commission, Forest and Environment Department of the state.

Which movie won the Oscars 2019 in Best Documentary – Short Subject category?
A. Bao
B. Skin
C. Period. End Of Sentence
D. Free Solo
Answer: C
Explanation: The ‘Period. End Of Sentence’, a film on menstruation set in rural India, won the Oscar in the Documentary - Short Subject category at the 91st Academy Awards. The film has been directed by Rayka Zehtabchi and produced by Indian producer Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment.

Which movie won the Oscars 2019 of Best Picture?
A. Skin
B. Green Book
C. The Favourite
D. Roma
Answer: B
Explanation: American biographical comedy drama “Green Book” won the coveted Best Picture award at the 91st Academy Awards ceremony. The movie won 3 awards in all while “Bohemian Rhapsody” was the most successful film winning 4 Oscars. Alfonso Cuaron won the Best Director award for Mexican film “Roma”. Rami Malek won the Best Actor award for “Bohemian Rhapsody” while Olivia Colman won the Best Actress award for “The Favourite”.)

PM Narendra Modi on February 25, 2019 dedicated the National War Memorial to the nation. The Memorial is located in which city?
A. Jaipur
B. Mumbai
C. Amritsar
D. New Delhi
Answer: D
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 25, 2019 dedicated the National War Memorial to the nation in a solemn ceremonial function in New Delhi. The National War Memorial complex includes a central obelisk (pillar), an eternal flame, and six bronze murals depicting famous battles fought by Indian Army, Air Force and Navy......Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

23, 24 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

23, 24 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 23, 24 February 2019 :
Which state government to give Free Sanitary Napkins to 17 Lakh School Girls?
A. Rajasthan
B. UP
C. Bihar
D. Odisha
Answer: D
Explanation: The Odisha Cabinet approved the ‘Khushi‘ scheme to provide free sanitary napkins to school girls across the state. The scheme will benefit nearly 17.25 lakh school girls from Class VI to XII studying in government and government-aided schools. The state government will spend INR 466 crore over a period of 5 years to implement the scheme.

Which state recently launches Mukhyamantri Yuva Swabhiman Yojana?
A. Bihar
B. West Bengal
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Gujarat
Answer: C
Explanation: The government of Madhya Pradesh has launched the Mukhyamantri Yuva Swabhiman Yojana to provide employment for youth. The scheme guarantees 100 days of employment every year to urban youths from economically weaker sections (EWS).The youth would get Rs 4,000 stipend per month and total Rs 13,500 for the 100 days period would be provided. During this period, they would be given skill development training, so that they become independent. The scheme defines Economically weaker sections as those whose family’s annual income is less than Rs 2 lakh and the scheme is limited to youth in the age group 21-30 years.

IOC Suspends which country from Hosting Global Sporting Events recently?
A. Pakistan
B. India
C. China
D. Japan
Answer: B
Explanation: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has suspended all discussions with India regarding hosting of global sporting events in the backdrop of denial of visas to the two Pakistani Shooters. The Pakistani shooters were supposed to participate in the 25m rapid fire pistol event in the ISSF World Cup.IOC notes that the Indian government authorities have failed to grant an entry visa for the Pakistani delegation to participate in the ISSF World Cup which was a qualification competition for the Tokyo Olympic Games to be held in 2020. Denial of visa for Pakistani shooters is against the  Fundamental Principles of the Olympic Charter.

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana was launched from which place?
A. Tonk
B. Kanpur
C. Amritsar
D. Gorakhpur
Answer: D
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 24th February launches Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana from Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana will electronically transfer the first instalment of Rs 2,000 to selected farmers. Besides, Prime Minister will also distributed certificates to select farmers under PM-KISAN scheme. PM-KISAN was announced in the interim Budget 2019-20 on February 1, 2019. He said that this is a scheme that will give wings to the aspirations of crores of hardworking farmers of India who feed our nation. .....Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

PM Modi launches PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana in Gorakhpur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 24th February launches Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana from Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana will electronically transfer the first instalment of Rs 2,000 to selected farmers. Besides, Prime Minister will also distributed certificates to select farmers under PM-KISAN scheme. PM-KISAN was announced in the interim Budget 2019-20 on February 1, 2019.
Beside PM-KISAN scheme, PM will also lay foundation stone/ dedicate to nation, various development projects in Gorakhpur. Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG pipeline and also lay foundation stone of Gorakhpur-Azamgarh link expressway. These projects are expected to immensely benefit the people of Uttar Pradesh. He said that this is a scheme that will give wings to the aspirations of crores of hardworking farmers of India who feed our nation.

PM Narendra Modi awarded Seoul Peace Prize 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been honoured with the Seoul Peace Prize. The South Korean government has awarded the Seoul Peace Prize for PM Modi in recognition of his service to international cooperation, global growth and human development. The PM Modi dedicated the award to the people of India. He stated that the award belongs to the success India has seen in less than five years, powered by 1.5 billion people.
PM Modi is the 14th recipient of the award. Past winners of the Seoul Peace Prize include former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and international relief organisations like Doctors Without Borders and Oxfam.
The Seoul Peace Prize is sponsored by the Seoul Peace Prize Foundation. The Seoul Peace Prize was established in 1990 to commemorate the success of the 24th Olympic Games held in Seoul. The Seoul Peace Prize reflects the wishes of the Korean people and to crystallize their desire for everlasting peace on earth.  The awardee receives a diploma, a plaque and honorarium of US$200,000. The Seoul Peace Prize is awarded to Individuals or institutions which have made great contributions to the harmony of mankind and world peace in each field of endeavour around the world regardless of nation, race, religion, or ideology.

KUSUM Scheme

Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the launch of KUSUM (Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme. The scheme aims to provide financial and water security to farmers through harnessing solar energy capacities of 25.75 gigawatts (GW) by 2022.
The scheme has three components:

  • 10,000 megawatt (MW) of decentralised ground mounted grid-connected renewable power plants (Component-A).
  • Installation of 17.50 lakh standalone solar powered agriculture pumps (Component-B).
  • Solarisation of 10 lakh grid-connected solar powered agriculture pumps (Component-C).
  • Component-B will be implemented in a full-fledged manner whereas Component-A and Component-C will be implemented on pilot mode for 1,000 MW capacity and one lakh grid-connected agriculture pumps, respectively. They would be scale up later after the pilot run.

21, 22 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

21, 22 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 21, 22 February 2019 :
When is the International Mother Language Day observed every year?
A. 28 February
B. 21 February
C. 25 February
D. 20 February
Answer: B
Explanation: International Mother Language Day is observed on 21 February every year to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. As 2019 is also the International Year of Indigenous Languages, the theme of International Mother Language Day 2019 was ‘Indigenous Languages as a factor in development, peace and reconciliation’.

Namvar Singh was associated with which field?
A. Literature
B. Music
C. Science
D. Politics
Answer: A
Explanation: Renowned Hindi writer and one of contemporary Hindi literature's tallest figures Namvar Singh passed away on 19 February 2019. Literary criticism (Namvar Singh gave Hindi literary criticism a new direction with his books such as "Chhayavaad", "Itihas Aur Alochana", "Kahaani  Nayi Kahaani", "Kavita Ke Naye Pratimaan" and "Dusri Parampara  ki Khoj”. He worked as a professor in his alma mater Banaras Hindu University (BHU) as well as Jodhpur University and the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). He got his Ph.D. under the supervision of the Hindi literary giant Hazari Prasad Dwivedi. He was 92.)

PM Modi Flags-off First Ever Diesel-to-Electric Converted Locomotive from which place?
A. Chennai
B. Delhi
C. Varanasi
D. Kolkata
Answer: C
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the first ever diesel-to-electric converted locomotive at the Diesel Locomotive Works (DLW) at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The 10,000HP freight locomotive was converted from two units of old diesel locomotives of 2600 HP each with indigenous technology. The conversion was achieved in record time with the help of engineers from Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO), Chittaranjan Locomotive Works(CLW), and BHEL. The conversion has proved to be cost effective as it requires half of the rehabilitation cost of old locos and it is also environment-friendly with enhanced traction power to double the average speed of goods train.

Aero India 2019 inagurated at which place?
A. Goa
B. Bengaluru
C. Chennai
D. Delhi
Answer: B
Explanation: The Aero India 2019 was inaugurated by Union Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at the Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru.   The Aero India 2019 will be held for 5 days from February 20 to 24 and each day of the five day air show would have a special theme. Day one would be Inaugural Day, the theme for day two and three is Start-Up Day and Technology Day respectively Day, Day four would be Women’s Day and day five Public Day. The Aero India 2019 has a tagline “The Runway to a Billion Opportunities”  and has a logo inspired by the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA). .....Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

19, 20 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

19, 20 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 19, 20 February 2019 :
Who wins Qatar Open 2019?
A. Elise Mertens
B. Simona Halep
C. Caroline Wozniacki
D. Serena Williams
Answer: A
Explanation: Elise Merten, world number 21 from Belgium beat world number 3, Simona Halep to win the Qatar Open held in Doha, Qatar. This is her first WTA Premier-level crown and fifth title of her overall career. Mertens’ triumph over the Romanian was her third win over a top 10 player in Doha.

Great Barrier Reef Rodent is declared extinct by which country recently?
A. India
B. Java
C. Australia
D. USA
Answer: C
Explanation: Great Barrier Reef Rodent (Australia on 19 February 2019 officially declared a Great Barrier Reef rodent extinct, making it the first mammal believed to have been killed off by human-induced climate change. This mammal’s only known habitat was a small sandy island in far northern Australia.  The repeated ocean inundation of the low-lying island on a coral reef is believed to led to its extinction)

Who won the women’s singles title at the Yonex-Sunrise 83rd Senior Nationals?
A. Ankita Raina
B. Sania Mirza
C. PV Sindhu
D. Saina Nehwal
Answer: D
Explanation: Saina Nehwal won her fourth title at the Yonex-Sunrise 83rd Senior Nationals, defeating PV Sindhu convincingly 21-18, 21-15 in Guwahati on February 16, 2019. Sourabh Verma, on the other hand, completed a hat-trick of titles, claiming the men's singles crown after defeating young Lakshya Sen in straight games of 21-18, 21-13.

KUSUM scheme is realated to ---- ?
A. Woman empowerment
B. BPL famalies
C. Farmers
D. Children
Answer: C
Explanation: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved the launch of KUSUM, Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan scheme. The scheme aims to provide financial and water security to farmers through harnessing solar energy capacities of 25.75 gigawatts (GW) by 2022. .....Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

17, 18 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

17, 18 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 17, 18 February 2019 :
Which team wins Irani Cup 2019?
A. India Blue
B. Mumbai
C. Rest of India
D. Vidarbha
Answer: D
Explanation: Ranji champions Vidarbha beat Rest of India in Nagpur yesterday to retain the Irani Cup. Vidarbha has now become the third team after Mumbai and Karnataka to clinch two Irani Cup titles in a row. Set to chase a target of 280, Vidarbha were well on course at 269 for five, needing only 11 runs for an outright victory. However, the two teams decided to shake hands and settle for a draw. And in a touching gesture, Vidarbha captain Faiz Fazal announced that the entire prize money will be donated to the families of the CRPF personnel martyred in Pulwama terror attack. He said this was a small gesture from their team.

PM Modi on 17th February launches Metro Rail Project in which city?
A. Jodhpur
B. Patna
C. Amritsar
D. Surat
Answer: B
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of Patna Metro Rail Project at a cost of over 13,000 crore rupees via video conferencing on 17th February 2019. .....Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

SSC Exam calendar 2019

SSC Exam calendar 2019 by SSC is uploaded on official website. Here is link for SSC Exam calendar 2019 for various competitive examinations:

PM Modi launches Patna Metro Rail Project

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of Patna Metro Rail Project at a cost of over 13,000 crore rupees via video conferencing. The project would be completed by 2024. Mr Modi also initiated construction and dedicated projects related to gas pipeline, expansion of Barauni Refinery, revival of Barauni fertiliser unit, ATF aviation fuel plant, extension of Paradip-Haldia-Durgapur LPG pipeline to Patna and Muzaffarpur, Urja Ganga Project City Gas Distribution at Patna and other projects worth over 15,000 crores.
Mr Modi laid the foundation stone for the first phase of Jagdishpur Haldia and Bokaro Dhamra gas pipeline project under the Prime Minister's package for Bihar. He also kick started work of several development projects of civic works, Clean Ganga Mission and Railways also. The Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of 22 projects under AMRUT (Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation) mission worth over 1,400 crores. Under the mission, a drinking water pipeline would be laid. Mr Modi also dedicated the first phase of Patna River Front Development covering 16 ghats of Ganga and laid the foundation stone of network for sewerage projects in Patna and Bhagalpur. Later today, Mr Modi will unveil multiple projects pertaining to health, education, water supply and sanitation at Hazaribagh and Ranchi in Jharkhand.

Vidarbha wins Irani Cup 2019

Ranji champions Vidarbha beat Rest of India in Nagpur yesterday to retain the Irani Cup. Vidarbha has now become the third team after Mumbai and Karnataka to clinch two Irani Cup titles in a row. 
Set to chase a target of 280, Vidarbha were well on course at 269 for five, needing only 11 runs for an outright victory. However, the two teams decided to shake hands and settle for a draw. And in a touching gesture, Vidarbha captain Faiz Fazal announced that the entire prize money will be donated to the families of the CRPF personnel martyred in Pulwama terror attack. He said this was a small gesture from their team. 

15, 16 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

15, 16 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 15, 16 February 2019 :
India has withdrawn the Most Favoured Nation status from which nation?
A. Iraq
B. Pakistan
C. China
D. Sri Lanka
Answer: A
Explanation: India on February 15, 2019 withdrew the ‘Most-Favoured Nation’ status accorded to Pakistan following the Pulwama terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that led to the killing of 37 CRPF personnel and injuring of many others. One day after the Pulwama terror attack on 14th February, 2019, India has taken a stern step of withdrawing the Most Favoured Nation or MFN Status of Pakistan. This move would enable India to increase customs duty on goods coming from Pakistan. The decision was taken in the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) that took place on 15th February 2019. The MFN status is given under WTO’s General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). It is given to an international trade partner to ensure non-discriminatory trade amongst all the members of WTO.

Which state recently announce a Universal Old Age Pension scheme, MMVPY ?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Bihar
C. Karnataka
D. Gujarat
Answer: B
Explanation: Bihar Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar announced a Universal Old Age Pension scheme, named Mukhya Mantri Vriddha Pension Yojana (MMVPY), irrespective for all caste, community, religion, except for those who are retired from government organizations. The scheme facilitates the amount of Rs. 400 monthly pension for all in the state above the age of 60 who are not getting a pension from the government. The Chief Minister also announced a pension of 6,000 rupees for journalists above 60 years of age.  Those who have been in regular service in the field of media and not getting any other pension will be eligible for Bihar Patrakar Samman Yojana (BPSY). The schemes will come into its enforcement from 1st April 2019.

India’s First Agromet Forecast Centre Inaugurated in which state?
A. Haryana
B. Rajasthan
C. Karnataka
D. Kerala
Answer: C
Explanation: Union Minister for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Dr. Harsh Vardhan, inaugurated the North Karnataka Agromet Forecasting and Research Centre (NKAFC), India’s first agromet forecast centre, at University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS) in Dharwad, Karnataka. The main objective of the centre is to give accurate reports on the weather which would enable the farmers to protect the crops and get a good yield. About 25 lakh farmers in the region would be kept updated with information via various platforms like WhatsApp, SMS, social networking sites and community radio stations.....Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Sushil Chandra takes over as new Election Commissioner

Sushil Chandra has assumed charge as the new Election Commissioner (EC) of India today on 15th of February 2019 and joins the Commission with Chief Election Commissioner Shri Sunil Arora and Election Commissioner Shri Ashok Lavasa. Born on 15th May 1957 Shri Chandra is a 1980 batch Indian Revenue Service Officer. In the IRS service Shri Chandra has rendered his service in various States viz; Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Acquiring his academic proficiency from Roorkee University and LL.B. from D.A.V. College, Dehradun, Shri Chandra has worked extensively in the areas of International Taxation and Investigation at various places. Shri Chandra brings rich experience from his position of Director of Investigation, Mumbai and Director General (Investigation), Gujarat. Besides this, he has undergone various training programmes at Singapore, IIM Bangalore & Wharton. Prior to joining ECI Shri Chandra held the office of Chairman in Central Board of Direct Taxes, Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, and Government of India and was also Member (Investigation), C.B.D.T.

13, 14 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

13, 14 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 13, 14 February 2019 :
Who becomes First Woman Flight Engineer of Indian Airforce?
A. Heena Dabi
B. Tejaswani Malik
C. Hina Jaiswal
D. Meenakshi Singh
Answer: C
Explanation: Flight Lieutenant Hina Jaiswal broke the glass ceiling and became the first woman flight engineer of IAF which was till now an exclusive man’s club. The flight engineer branch was opened to women officers in 2018. Flight Lieutenant Hina Jaiswal Commissioned into the IAF’s engineering branch in January 2015. She had created history by becoming the first woman candidate to pursue the elite course. Flight Lieutenant Hina Jaiswal will serve at IAF’s operational helicopter units and serve in demanding and stressful conditions from the icy heights of the Siachen glacier to the seas of the Andamans.

Which city hosted the US-India CEO Forum on February 14, 2019?
A. Mumbai
B. Varanasi
C. Pune
D. New Delhi
Answer: D
Explanation: India and the United States on February 14, 2019 held the India-US CEO Forum and India-US Commercial Dialogue in New Delhi. The Union Minister for Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu chaired the meeting.

Who is appointed new Election Commissioner recently?
A. Ranjan Kumar
B. Ranjit Singh
C. Sushil Chandra
D. Sushil Sinha
Answer: C
Explanation: The President has appointed Sushil Chandra as the new Election Commissioner. Sushil Chandra’s appointment fills the vacancy caused after the retirement of O.P. Rawat, as Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). Sushil Chandra will join other two members of the Commission, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sunil Arora and Election Commissioner (EC) Ashok Lavasa. The appointment was made under the clause (2) of Article 324 of the constitution. The Election Commission shall consist of the Chief Election Commissioner and such number of other Election Commissioners, if any, as the President may from time to time fix.

11, 12 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

11, 12 February 2019 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for February 2019Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 11, 12 February 2019 :
Who becomes first Female Driver to win MRF Challenge Title?
A. Jamie Chadwick
B. Max Defourny
C. Alice Powell
D. Catie Munnings
Answer: A
Explanation: Jamie Chadwick from Bath, England, scripted history in the MRF Challenge by becoming the first female driver to annex the championship in seven seasons as she finished the third and final round of the international series with a triple crown, including two back-to-back wins on 10th February 2019. In August, Chadwick became the first woman to win a British F3 race. She achieved six victories in the 15 race championship and came back from a large deficit to win in style at the final event.

Himachal’s First Mega Food Park inaugurated in which place?
A. Chamba
B. Kangra
C. Una
D. Manali
Answer: C
Explanation: The Union Minister of Food Processing Harsimrat Kaur Badal inaugurated the Cremica Food Park in Una which is the first mega food park of Himachal Pradesh. The mega food park set up at a cost of Rs 107.34 crore will benefit people of Una district and nearby districts of Kangra, Hamirpur and Bilaspur. The Mega Food park provides facilities such as bulk aseptic packaging (24 MT/ hour), Frozen storage (1,000 MT), Deep Freeze, Dry Warehouse, QC Laboratory and other food processing facilities.

Name the new Doordarshan channel launched by PM Modi for Arunachal Pradesh?
A. DD Podhigai
B. DD Sahyadri
C. DD Arunprabha
D. DD Saptagiri
Answer: C
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 9, 2019 launched a dedicated 24x7 Satellite channel, ‘DD Arunprabha’ for Arunachal Pradesh during his visit to Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Tripura.

Indian historian Sanjay Subrahmanyam wins prestigious Dan David award. It was awarded by which country?
A. Japan
B. USA
C. Israel
D. France
Answer: C
Explanation: Noted Indian historian Sanjay Subrahmanyam has won Israel's prestigious Dan David Prize for this year for his work on inter-cultural encounters between Asians, Europeans and people of North and South America during the early modern era. Mr Subrahmanyam, son of strategic analyst K Subrahmanyam and brother of former foreign secretary S Jaishankar, won the award in the category of ''past time dimension'' for his work in macro history. He shares the USD 1 million award in this category with Prof Kenneth Pomeranz of University of Chicago. The international Dan David Prize is awarded annually to those who have made outstanding scientific, technological and humanistic accomplishments in fields representing the past, present and future of human achievement. Three Dan David Prize are given every year.

India signs contract with which country for 72,400 assault rifles?
A. France
B. Japan
C. China
D. USA
Answer: D
Explanation: The Army on February 12 signed a contract with Sig Sauer of the U.S. for 72,400 SIG 716 assault rifles for the frontline soldier deployed in operational areas. Of the 72,400 rifles, 66.400 are for the Army, 2,000 for the Navy and 4,000 for the Indian Air Force. The broad parameters for the assault rifle are an effective range of 500m and weigh less than 3kg. The entire quantity would be delivered within 12 months from the date of signing the contract.....Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

India Is Buying 72,400 Assault Rifles from USA to Replace INSAS

The Army on February 12 signed a contract with Sig Sauer of the U.S. for 72,400 SIG 716 assault rifles for the frontline soldier deployed in operational areas. Of the 72,400 rifles, 66.400 are for the Army, 2,000 for the Navy and 4,000 for the Indian Air Force. The broad parameters for the assault rifle are an effective range of 500m and weigh less than 3kg. The entire quantity would be delivered within 12 months from the date of signing the contract.
The Indian Armed Forces are currently equipped with 5.56x45 mm INSAS Rifle. There is an urgent requirement of replacing the in-service 5.56X45 mm INSAS Rifle with a 7.62X51mm Assault Rifle which is compact, robust, modern in technology and simple to maintain in field conditions, the officials said. Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had earlier this month approved the procurement of the Sig Sauer rifles, which will be used by troops deployed along the nearly 3,600-km border with China.

PM Modi inaugurates PETROTECH 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said there is a need to move towards responsible pricing of Oil and Gas to balance the interests of both the producer and the consumer. He was inaugurating the 13th International Oil and Gas Conference - PETROTECH-2019 in Greater Noida. The three-day biennial event began at India Expo Mart yesterday. The Prime Minister stressed on the need to move towards transparent and flexible markets for oil and gas to serve energy needs in an optimal manner. 
The Prime Minister said, winds of change are evident in the global energy arena. He said supply, sources and consumption of energy patterns are changing. Mr Modi said, there is a shift in energy consumption from West to East. He said, there are signs of convergence between cheaper renewable energy, technologies and digital applications. He said, it may expedite the achievement of sustainable development goals. Prime Minister expressed happiness that  nations are coming together to tackle climate change.  He said, the petrotech has served as a platform to discuss the challenges the world  is facing in the energy sector. Prime Minister said, energy is a key driver of socio-economic growth and energy justice is a top priority for India. He said, a Blue Flame Revolution is under-way in the country and LPG connections have been given to over 64 million house-holds in just three years under Ujjwala Scheme.  

9, 10 February 2019 GK, Current Affairs Quiz, Questions

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Current Affairs Questions on 9, 10 February 2019 :
Asiatic Lion Conservation Project was announced in which state?
A. Rajasthan
B. Karnataka
C. Chhattisgarh
D. Gujarat
Answer: D
Explanation: The Asiatic Lion Conservation Project was announced by the Centre and the Gujarat government at a cost of Rs 97.85 crore. Asiatic Lion Conservation Project would use modern information and communication technology for conservation and protection efforts of the Great Gir Region, including GPS-based animal and vehicle tracking, automated sensor grid with movement sensors, night vision capability and real-time monitoring and report generation. The project will also have a dedicated veterinary institute, “lion ambulances”, and back-up stocks of vaccines that may be required.

Which film won the maximum number of awards at the 2019 BAFTA awards?
A. The Favourite
B. BlackKlansman
C. Green Book
D. A Star Is Born
Answer: A
Explanation: Yorgos Lanthimos' dark period comedy The Favourite, which went into the night with 12 nominations, dominated the 2019 BAFTA proceedings with seven wins, including for leading actress (Olivia Colman), supporting actress (Rachel Weisz) and outstanding British film.

World Government Summit 2019 held at which place?
A. Delhi
B. Dubai
C. Peris
D. Sanghai
Answer: B
Explanation: The seventh annual World Government Summit is being held in Dubai (UAE). The World Government Summit is a forum dedicated to shaping the future of governments. The Summit is being attended by 4,000 decision-makers from 140 countries including heads of state, ministers and business leaders. The World Government Summit is a global platform dedicated to shaping the future of governments worldwide. The Summit sets the agenda each year for the next generation of governments, focusing on how they can harness innovation and technology to solve universal challenges facing humanity. Provides a unique platform to showcase and exchange best practices and smart solutions to the challenges that nations face.

Which among the following languages has been added by Abu Dhabi Judicial Department as its third official court language?
A. Hindi
B. Malayalam
C. French
D. Urdu
Answer: A
Explanation: Abu Dhabi has decided to include Hindi as the third official language used in its courts, alongside Arabic and English, as part of a move designed to improve access to justice. The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) announced that it has extended the adoption of interactive forms of statement of claims filed before courts by including Hindi. The move will help the Hindi speakers to learn about litigation procedures, their rights and duties without a language barrier.....Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK