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1. Recently by which name the digital version of Life Insurance Policy Bond has been launched by India Post?

- ePLI bond

Indian Post
Established: 01 October 1854
Jurisdiction: Government of India, Department of Post, Ministry of Communication
HQ: New Delhi
Secretary: Vineet Pandey

2. Recently the President of IFFCO has passed away, what is his name?

- Sardar Balwinder Singh Nakai

Sardar Balwinder Singh Nakai was appointed as the President of IFFCO in May 2019.
IFFCO: Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited
Established: 03 November 1967
HQ: New Delhi
Chairman:?

3. Recently which state's transport department has announced the launch of a QR code-based driving license?

- New Delhi

Till now chip-based driving license smart cards is running in the country.
Delhi
Chief Minister: Arvind Kejriwal
Lieutenant Governor: Anil Baijal

4. On which day "World Standards Day" was observed recently?

- October 14

The theme of 'World Standards Day': "Standards for the Sustainable Development Goals - Shared vision for a better world"
World Standards Day is observed globally on 14 October every year to raise awareness about the importance of standardization among consumers, regulators, and industry in the global economy.

5. On which day the 4th edition of 'International E-Waste Day' was celebrated recently?

- October 14

The theme of 'International E-Waste Day': Consumer is the key to Circular Economy!
International E-waste Day is observed every year on 14 October to promote the correct disposal of e-waste around the world, thereby increasing the recovery and recycling rate of reuse.

6. What is the rank of India in the recently released 'Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index 2021'?

- 3rd

India has retained its previous rank for the third position in the 'Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index 2021' released by Ernst & Young.
In the 'Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index 2021', the United States of America (USA) ranks first and China is in second place.

7. Who has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) recently?

- Arun Kumar Mishra

EESL, a joint venture between NTPC, Power Finance Corporation, REC, and Power Grid, has been set up under the Ministry of Power to facilitate the implementation of energy efficiency projects.

8. Where has the 17th edition of India-US "Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021" been organized recently?

- Alaska

The 17th edition of Indo-US "Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021" has been organized in Alaska, USA.

9. Where was the meeting of G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governor held recently?

- Washington DC

The fourth meeting of G-20 finance ministers and central bank governor was held in Washington DC, USA.
India was represented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the fourth meeting of G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors.

10. Where was India's first 'Atal Community Innovation Center' (ACIC) inaugurated recently?

- Jaipur

'Atal Community Innovation Center' (ACIC) aims to support and nurture innovative ideas that can take shape of big ideas and help transform society for a better tomorrow.

11. Recently who has become the youngest batsman to score an ODI cricket century at the youngest?

- Amy Hunter

Irish batsman Amy Hunter at the age of 16 has become the youngest batsman to score a century in international ODI cricket either in the men's or women's category.
Earlier this record was held by Indian women's cricket team batsman Mithali Raj, who scored a century in international one-day cricket in just 16 years 205 days in the year 1999.

ICC-International Cricket Council
HQ: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Established: 15June1909
Chairman: Greg Barclay
CEO:?

12. Recently what percentage of India's growth rate has been estimated by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in the financial year 2021-22?

- 9.5%

IMF: International Monetary Fund
Established: 1944
HQ: Washington, D.C., United States
Chairperson: Kristalina Georgieva

13. Recently the target of climate funding by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has been increased from $80 billion to how much?

- $100 billion

ADB: Asian Development Bank
Established: 1966
HQ: Mandaluyong, Manila, Philippines
President: Masatsugu Asakawa

14. Recently who has been appointed as the President of the 'World Steel Association' (WSA)?

- Sajjan Jindal

Sajjan Jindal is the Chairman and Managing Director of JSW Steel Limited in India and has now been appointed as the President of 'World Steel Association' for the year 2021-22.

15. Recently who has been appointed by the firm 'OYO' as its independent director?

- Deepa Malik

Deepa Malik is a well-known athlete from India and a silver medalist in Paralympic Games.

What is 'OYO'?

OYO is a global platform that empowers entrepreneurs and small businesses with hotels and homes by providing full-stack technology that increases income and eases operations. Bringing you affordable and reliable accommodation that guests can book quickly.

16. Which master plan has been inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi with the aim of providing multi-modal connectivity to the economic sectors in the country?

- 'PM GatiShakti'

The 'PM GatiShakti' master plan launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi with Rs 100 lakh crore will support the development of holistic and integrated infrastructure in the country and provide multi-modal connectivity to economic sectors.
16 ministries and state governments have been instructed to work together to make the 'PM GatiShakti' master plan a success.
A target has been set to complete the 'PM GatiShakti' master plan from 2024 to 2025.

17. Recently which scheme has been announced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) to reward citizens who help road accident victims?

- 'Good Samaritans'

In road accidents, people often hesitate to help the victims due to the fear of various legal complications and police administration. To solve this problem, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has decided to reward the citizens who help the road accident victims. The 'Good Samaritans' scheme has been launched for
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways: Nitin Jairam Gadkari

18. Recently who has been honored with the “CK Prahlad Award 2021” for Global Business Sustainability Leadership?

- Satya Nadella