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1. Who has been awarded the "Indira Gandhi Peace Prize" recently?
- 'Pratham'

• 'Pratham' is an innovative learning organization dedicated to improving the quality of education for underprivileged children in India and around the world.

• The "Indira Gandhi Peace Prize" is an award created in 1986 by a trust in memory of Indira Gandhi, the former and first female Prime Minister of India.

• A prize of Rs 25 lakh and a citation is given in the form of "Indira Gandhi Peace Prize".

 
2. Who has topped the list of the best police station in the country in 2021 recently released by the Ministry of Home Affairs?
- Sadar Bazar Police Station, Delhi

• In the best police station list 2021, Gangapur police station of Odisha is in second place and Bhattu Kalan police station of Haryana is in third place.

• Delhi Police Commissioner: Rakesh Sthan

• Chief Minister: Arvind Kejriwal

• Lieutenant Governor: Anil Baijal

 
3. On which day "World Television Day" was celebrated recently?
- November 21

• To highlight the importance of television in today's advanced world, "World Television Day" is celebrated on 21 November every year globally.

• The United Nations General Assembly decided to celebrate "World Television Day" in 1996.

• TV was invented by 'John Logie Baird' in 1924.

 
 
4. By what name was a joint military exercise organized between India and France recently?
- Shakti 2021

• The sixth edition of the joint military exercise between India and France "Shakti 2021" was held in Dragouign, France.

• France

• Capital: Paris

• Currency: Euro, CPF Franc

• President: Emmanuel Macron

• :

• Chief of Defense Staff: General Bipin Rawat

• Chief of Army Staff: General Manoj Mukund Narwane

• Chief of the Air Force: Air Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari

• Chief of Naval Staff: Admiral Karambir Singh

 
5. Which country has successfully test-fired the powerful hypersonic cruise missile "Zircon" recently?
- Russia

• The name of the Russian space agency is "Roscosmos".

• Russia

• Capital: Moscow

• Currency: Russian Ruble

• Prime Minister: Mikhail Mishustin

• President: Vladimir Putin

 
6. On which day "World Fisheries Day" was celebrated recently?
- November 21

• Every year on 21 November, "World Fisheries Day" is observed with the aim of highlighting the importance of healthy marine ecosystems and ensuring the sustainability and stock of fisheries in the world.

• For the first time "World Fisheries Day" was celebrated on 21 November 2015.

 
7. In which state "Boita Bondana Utsav" was celebrated recently?
- Orissa
1.     In the state of Orissa, on the day of Kartik Purnima on 29 November 2021, people celebrated "Boita Bondana Utsav" near the river Ghats, various seashores of the state.

• Odisha

• Capital: Bhubaneswar

• Formation: 01 April 1936

• CM: Naveen Patnaik

• Governor: Ganeshi Lal

 
8. What is the rank of India in the recently held "Asian Archery Championship 2021"?
- Second

• In the "Asian Archery Championship 2021", India has finished second with seven medals.

• "Asian Archery Championship 2021" was organized in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

• In "Asian Archery Championship 2021", South Korea is at first place with 15 medals while Bangladesh is at third place with 3 medals.

 
9. Who has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the International Cricket Council (ICC) recently?
- Geoff Allardice

• ICC-International Cricket Council

• HQ: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Established: 15June1909

• Chairman: Greg Barclay

• CEO:?

 
10. Which city has got the status of the cleanest city in the "Swachh Survekshan 2021" conducted under the Swachh Bharat Mission recently?
- Indore

• Indore city of Madhya Pradesh has remained as the cleanest city in the country in the "Swachh Survekshan 2021" for the fifth time in a row.

• In the list of cities with a population of more than 10 lakhs, Surat is at second place and Vijayawada is at third place in "Swachhta Survekshan 2021".

• In the list of small cities with a population of one to 10 lakhs, New Delhi is in the first place in the "Swachhta Survekshan 2021" and Ambikapur in Chhattisgarh is second and Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh is at third place.

• In the list of "Swachhta Survekshan 2021" cities situated on the banks of Ganga, Varanasi is at first place, Munger is second and Patna is at third place.

• In the list of states with more than 100 local bodies in "Swachhta Survekshan 2021", Chhattisgarh has been ranked first for the third time in a row, Maharashtra second, Madhya Pradesh third, and Bihar fourth. While Rajasthan is at the bottom of the list.

• Jharkhand ranks first, Haryana second, and Goa third in the list of states with less than 100 local bodies in the "Swachhta Survekshan 2021". While Tripura is at the bottom of the list.

• Ahmedabad Cantonment was declared as the "Cleanest Cantonment" in the "Swachh Survekshan 2021", followed by Meerut Cantonment and Delhi Cantonment.

• What is the cleanliness survey campaign?

• Swachh Survekshan is an annual survey of cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation in cities and towns across India. It was launched as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, which aimed to make India clean and open defecation-free by 2 October 2019.

 
11. Which warship was recently inducted into the Indian Navy?
- INS Visakhapatnam
1.     INS Visakhapatnam was unveiled at Naval Dockyard Mumbai in the presence of Union Defense Minister Shri Rajnath Singh.

• Indian Navy

• Established: 26 January 1950

• Navy Chief: Karambir Singh (Next: R Hari Kumar)

• Deputy Chief: S.N. Ghormade

• Navy Day: 4 December

 
12. Which state has topped the “IPF Smart Policing Index 2021” recently released by the Indian Police Foundation (IPF)?
- Andra Pradesh

• In "IPF Smart Policing Index 2021" Telangana Police is at second and Assam Police at third position.

• In the "IPF Smart Policing Index 2021", the state of Bihar is at the last position.

• What is IPF Smart Policing Survey 2021?

• The idea of ​​Smart Policing was conceived, articulated and introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the conference of DGPs of State and Central Police Organizations held in Guwahati in 2014 and has made Indian Police tough and sensitive, modern and mobile, alert. and envisaged systemic changes to make them accountable, reliable and responsive, techno-savvy and trained.

 
13. Where was the "Symphony Orchestra" organized by the Indian Air Force recently?
- Golconda Fort
1.     "Symphony Orchestra" was organized by Indian Air Force on Golden Victory Day and Amrit Mahotsav celebration of Independence at Golconda Fort.

• IAF: Indian Air Force

• Established: 8 October 1932

• IAF Chief/Air Chief Marshal: Vivek Ram Chaudhari

• IAF Vice-Chief: Sandeep Singh

• Air Force Day: 8 October

• IAF Motto: Touch the Sky with Glory

 
14. Where has the foundation stone of "Rani Gaidinliu Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum" been laid recently?
- Manipur
1.     The foundation stone of "Rani Gaidinliu Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum" at a cost of ₹15 crores has been laid by the Union Home Minister in Longkao village of Tamenglong district of Manipur.
2.     Tamenglong district is the birthplace of the eminent freedom fighter 'Rani Gaidinliu'.

• Manipur

• Capital: Imphal

• Formation: 21 January 1972

• CM: N. Biren Singh

• Governor: La Ganesan

 
15. Who has recently won the title of 'Indonesian Masters Badminton Tournament Men's Singles?
- Kento Momota

• Renowned badminton player of Japan 'Kento Momota' has won the 'Indonesian Masters Badminton Tournament Men's Singles' by defeating 'Anders Antonsen' of Denmark.

• The 'Indonesian Masters Badminton Tournament Men's Singles' was held in Bali, Indonesia.

• South Korea's 'Se-Young' has won the women's singles book of the same game by defeating 'Akane Yamaguchi' of Japan.

 
16. Who has recently won the title of 'Formula One Qatar Grand Prix'?
- Lewis Hamilton

• Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain has won the Formula One Qatar Grand Prix held in Qatar by defeating Red Bull Racing driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands.

 
17. Recently, on the occasion of "Tribal Pride Day" being celebrated for the first time, the foundation stone of how many Eklavya model residential schools in the country has been laid by the Prime Minister?
- 50

• Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has laid the foundation stone of 50 Eklavya Model Residential Schools in the country on the occasion of "Tribal Pride Day" celebrated for the first time on 15th November 2021.

• In the Union Budget 2021, a budget has been kept for setting up 750 Eklavya Model Residential Schools across the country.

 
18. Recently 5 years of the "Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin" scheme was completed, when was this scheme implemented?
- 20 November 2016

• On 20 November 2021, 5 years of the "Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin" scheme was completed and on this occasion "Housing Day" was also celebrated on 20 November.

• To help the people of the state, the financial amount is being provided by the government through "PM Gramin Awas Yojana". Through this scheme Rs. 130,000 is given to the people living in rural areas and Rs 120,000 in urban areas.

 
19. On which day "Vishwas Remembrance Day" was celebrated for road traffic victims recently?
- November 21

• World Remembrance Day for Road Traffic Victims is celebrated every year on the third Sunday of November.

 
20. Recently well-known Punjabi folk singer has passed away, what is his name?
- Gurmeet Bawa
 
21. According to the notification released by the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) recently, which country will host the “Asian Youth Para Games 2025”?
- Tashkent

• "Asian Youth Para Games 2025" will be hosted by Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan.

 
22. The recently released book "Cooking to Save Your Life" is authored by?
- Abhijit Banerjee

• The book "Cooking to Save Your Life" has been written by renowned economist and Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee.

 
23. Who has been honored with the 'Personality of the Year Award' at the recently held International Film Festival of India (IFFI)?
- Hema Malini and Prasoon Joshi

• Renowned actress and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Hema Malini and lyricist Prasoon Joshi have been announced to be honored with the 'Personality of the Year Award' at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).

• Indian-International Film Festival (IFFI) 2021 is being organized in Goa from 20 to 28 November 2021.

• The 'Satyajit Ray Life Time Achievement Award' for the first time is being given to American director Martin Scorsese and Hungarian director Istvan Zabo.

• The focus country of the 52nd Indian-International Film Festival (IFFI) 2021 has been kept BRICS countries.

• The Indian-International Film Festival (IFFI) is organized by a joint effort of the Government of Goa, the Directorate of Film Festivals of the Indian Film Industry, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and the Government of India.

• Tamil film 'Kozhangal' has been selected to screen at 'International Film Festival of India 2021' (IFFI).

 
24. Which country has recently planned to build the world's first "Bitcoin city"?
- El Salvador

• EL Salvador

• Capital: San Salvador

• Currency: US Dollar, Bitcoin

What is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin (₿) is a decentralized digital currency without a central bank or single administrator, which can be sent from user to user on the peer-to-peer bitcoin network without the need for intermediaries. Transactions are verified by network nodes through cryptography and recorded in a public distributed ledger called a blockchain. The cryptocurrency was invented in 2008 by an unknown person or group of people using the name Satoshi Nakamoto. The use of the currency began in 2009 when its implementation was released as open-source software.
What is Cryptocurrency?
A cryptocurrency, crypto-currency, or crypto is a digital currency designed to serve as a medium of exchange in which individual coin ownership records are stored in a ledger which is a computerized database that secures transaction records. Uses strong cryptography to control the creation of additions. coins, and to verify the transfer of coin ownership. Some crypto schemes use validators to maintain the cryptocurrency.
 
25. Where is the International Conference and Exhibition on Information and Communication Technology “Connect 2021” being organized?
- Chennai

• International Conference and Exhibition on Information and Communication Technology "Connect 2021" is being organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) from 26 to 27 November 2021 in Chennai, capital of Tamil Nadu.

• The theme of "Connect 2021" 2021: Building a Sustainable Deep Technology Ecosystem"

 
26. Which state has recently received the Best Marine State Award?
- Andra Pradesh

• On the occasion of "World Fisheries Day" on 21st November, Andhra Pradesh was rated as the best marine state by the Central Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Department.

• Union Minister of Fisheries and Animal Husbandry: Parshotam Rupala

• Every year on 21 November, "World Fisheries Day" is observed with the aim of highlighting the importance of healthy marine ecosystems and ensuring sustainability and stock of fisheries in the world.

• For the first time "World Fisheries Day" was celebrated on 21 November 2015.

 
27. Recently in which country 8,573 musicians have set the world's largest orchestral record?
- Venezuela

• 8,573 musicians from Venezuela have made it to the Guinness Book of World Records by playing a tune for more than 5 minutes at a time.

• Venezuela

• Capital: Caracas

• Currency: Venezuelan Bolivar

 
28. Which team has won the final match of "Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy" recently?
- Tamil Nadu

• Tamil Nadu has won by defeating Karnataka in the final match of 'Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021' held in Delhi.

• BCCI: Board of Control for Cricket in India

• Established: 04 December 1928

• President: Saurav Ganguly

• Secretary: Jai Shah

 
29. Recently who has been honored with the "Tata Literature Live Lifetime Achievement Award"?
- Anita Desai

• Anita Desai has been honored with the "Tata Literature Live Lifetime Achievement Award" in recognition of her literary career spanning more than 50 years.

• Anita Desai is one of the authors whose books are the most sold and appreciated.

 
30. What percentage of India's GDP growth rate has been estimated in the report "Ecowrap" released by the State Bank of India recently?
-> 9.3%-9.6%

• SBI: State Bank of India

• HQ: Mumbai

• Established: 01 July 1955

• Chairman: Dinesh Kumar Khara

 
31. Who has authored the recently released book "India vs UK: The Story of an Unpreceded Diplomatic Win"?
- Syed Akbaruddin

• In this book, India's victory against the United Kingdom in the election of the International Court of Justice in 2017 is told by Syed Akbaruddin, who was then India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations.

 
32. Who recently launched "India's first Virtual Science Lab for Children"?
- Jitendra Singh

• "India's first Virtual Science Lab for Children" was launched by Shri Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of Science and Technology under the "Curiosity Program" of CSIR.

• Through this, children will have the benefit of connecting with scientists through online mediums and quality research and innovation.

• CSIR: Center for Science and Industrial Research

 
33. Where was the "5th East Asia Summit on Maritime Security Cooperation" held recently?
- Kolkata

• The "5th East Asia Summit on Maritime Security Cooperation" held in Kolkata was organized in collaboration with India and Australia in which other countries have participated in a virtual way.

 
34. In the recent meeting of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council, what percentage of India's GDP growth rate has been estimated for the financial year 2022-23?
-> 7%-7.5%
 
35. Recently who has won for the second time as the Prime Minister of Bulgaria?
- Rumen Radev

• Bulgaria

• Capital: Sofia

• Currency: Bulgarian Lev

• PM: Rumen Radev

 
36. Who has been re-appointed as the Prime Minister of Sudan recently?
- Abdalla Hamdok

• Sudan

• Capital: Khartum

• Currency: Sudanese Pound

• PM: Abdalla Hamdok

 
37. Recently which state government has tied up with the World Bank along with the central government to improve the quality of learning for students?
- Andra Pradesh
1.     The Andhra Pradesh government, along with the central government, has signed a $250 million loan agreement with the World Bank to improve the quality of learning for over 50 lakh students in the state.

• Andhra Pradesh

• CM: Y. S. JaganMohan Reddy

• Capital: 1. Amaravati (Legislative: Legislative) 2. Visakhapatnam (Executive: Executive) 3. Kurnool (Judicial: Judicial)

• Governor: Biswabhusan Harichandan

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• World Bank

• Established: July 1944

• HQ: Washington, D.C., United States

• President: David Malpass

 
38. Recently which theme train has been announced by the Union Railway Minister to showcase India's rich cultural heritage and magnificent historical places to the people of the world?
- 'Bharat Gaurav Train'

• The first train in India was run on 16 April 1853 between Bori Bunder station in Bombay to Thane station for a distance of 34 km.

• Railway Board was established in March 1905.

• First Railway Minister of India: John Mathai

• Current Union Minister of Railways: Shri Ashwani Vaishnav

 
39. Which actor has received the Best Actor Award in the 49th edition of the International Emmy Awards recently?
- David Tennant

• The 49th edition of the International Emmy Award has been organized in New York City.

• In the International Emmy Award, so far the only award in 2020 has been received for "Delhi Crime".

• Best Actor: Debbie Tennant (UK) (for "Des")

• Best Actress: Hayley Squares (UK) (for "Adult Material")

• Best Comedy Series: Call My Agent (Season 4)

• Best Drama Series: Tehran (Israeli Thriller)

 
40. Which city has topped the “Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Urban Index and Dashboard 2021-22” released by NITI Aayog recently?
- Shimla
1.     “Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Urban Index and Dashboard 2021-22” has been released in collaboration with India and Germany.
2.     In the "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Urban Index and Dashboard 2021-22" Coimbatore is ranked second, Chandigarh third, and Thiruvananthapuram fourth respectively.
3.     Patna, Guwahati, Itanagar, Meerut, and Dhanbad are the worst performers in the "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Urban Index and Dashboard 2021-22".

• NITI Aayog: The National Institution for Transforming India

• Established: 01 January 2015

• Chairman: PM of India

• Vice-Chairman: Rajiv Kumar

• CEO: Amitabh Kant

 
41. Which half-yearly trilateral warfare exercise was recently conducted between the Coast Guard of India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka?
- 'Dosti'
1.     This is the 15th edition of the half-yearly trilateral warfare exercise 'Dosti' between Coast Guard of India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka which is being conducted in the Maldives from 20 to 24 November 2020.
2.     Indian Coast Guard's 'ICGS Bajra' and 'ICGS Apoorva' participated in this exercise.

• Indian Coast Guard

• Established: 01 February 1977

• ICG Day: 01 February

• Director General: K Natrajan

• Headquarters: New Delhi

 
42. By what name was the 37th edition of India-Indonesia Coordinated Petrol organized recently?
- 'CORPAT'
1.     The 37th edition of the India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol 'CORPAT' is being organized in the Indian Ocean region from 23 to 24 November 2021.
2.     Indian Naval Ship 'INS Khanjar' participated in the 37th edition of the India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol 'CORPAT'.

• Indian Navy

• Established: 26 January 1950

• Navy Chief: Karambir Singh (Next: R Hari Kumar)

• Deputy Chief: S. N. Ghormade

• Navy Day: 4 December

 
43. In which state "Lachit Diwas" was celebrated recently?
- Assam
1.     To mark the birth anniversary of General Lachit Bodphukan of the Ahom Army, "Lachit Divas" is celebrated in the state of Assam on 24 November every year.

• Assam

• Capital: Dispur

• CM: Himanta Biswa Sarma

• Governor: Prof. Jagdish Mukhi

 
44. On which day 'Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day' was observed recently?
- November 24

• 'Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day' is celebrated every year on 24 November in memory of the martyrdom of the ninth Guru of Sikhism, Guru Tegh Bahadur.

 
45. What percent of India's GDP growth rate has been estimated for the financial year 2021-22, recently released by Goldman Sachs?
- 9.1%

• Goldman Sachs is an American financial company that provides investment services

 
46. The recently released book “Resolved: Uniting Nations in a Divided World” has been authored by Kia?
- Ban-ki-moon

• Former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon wrote his autobiography "Resolved: United Nations in a Divided World".

• United Nations (UN)

• Established: 24 October 1945

• HQ: New York

• Secretary-General: Antonio Guterres

 
47. Recently Madhya Pradesh government has announced to rename “Patalpani Railway Station” after which tribal personality?
- Tantya Bhil

• Tantya is known as 'Indian Robin Hood' in Bhil tribal community.

• Madhya Pradesh

• MP Capital: Bhopal

• CM: Shivraj Singh Chauhan

• Governor: Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel

• :

• The first train in India was run on 16 April 1853 between Bori Bunder station in Bombay to Thane station for a distance of 34 km.

• Railway Board was established in March 1905.

• First Railway Minister of India: John Mathai

• Current Union Railway Minister:

• Current Union Minister of Railways: Shri Ashwani Vaishnav

 
48. Recently who has become the first Indian to be awarded the "Knighthood of Parte Guelfa" of Italy?
- Dr. S.K. Sohan Roy

• Dr. SK of Kerala Sohan Roy who is the founder and CEO of 'Ariz Group of Companies has become the first Indian to be awarded the "Knighthood of Parte Guelfa" from Italy.

• This award was given to Dr. S.K. Sohan Roy has been awarded for his humanitarian and commendable contribution made to environmental protection.

 
49. Who has been named as the new Prime Minister of Romania recently?
- Nikolay Ciuca

• 'Nicole Ciuca' has been nominated as the Prime Minister by the President of Romania 'Klaus Iohannes'.

• Romania

• Capital: Bucharest

• Currency: Romanian Leu

• PM: Nicolae Ciuca

• President: Klaus Iohannis

 
50. Recently which airport has become the first airport in South Asia to launch the 'Rosenbauer fire fighting simulator'?
- Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore

• According to Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru the simulator offers a realistic experience in operating a crash fire tender that includes all operating controls from the steering wheel to the duration control project through multiple high-definition screens.

 
51. Where was the foundation stone of India's fourth-largest international airport recently laid by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi?
- Jewar, Uttar Pradesh
1.     The foundation stone of Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh was laid by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi.
2.     With the creation of Noida International Airport, it is the fourth-largest international airport in India and. There will be a total of 5 international airports in Uttar Pradesh.
3.     Union Minister of Civil Aviation: Jyotiraditya Scindia

• Uttar Pradesh

• Capital: Lucknow

• CM: Yogi Aditya Nath

• Governor: Anandiben Patel

 
52. Which Scorpene class submarine was recently inducted into the Indian Navy?
- INS Vela
1.     Indigenously built Scorpene-class submarine 'INS Vela' was commissioned at Naval Dockyard Mumbai.

• Indian Navy

• Established: 26 January 1950

• Navy Chief: Karambir Singh (Next: R Hari Kumar)

• Deputy Chief: S. N. Ghormade

• Navy Day:

• Navy Day: 4 December

 
53. Recently, the Central Government has signed a loan agreement of how many rupees with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to improve urban primary healthcare?
- $300 million
1.     Union Health Minister: Shri Mansukh Mandaviya

• ADB: Asian Development Bank

• Established: 1966

• HQ: Mandaluyong, Manila, Philippines

• President: Masatsugu Asakawa

 
54. Which bank has topped the list of Global Systematic Banks (G-SIBs) released by the Financial Stability Board (FSB) recently?
- JP Morgan

• JP Morgan: This is an international body that represents the first major international institution of innovation in the G20 countries.

 
55. Recently which International Space Agency has launched the world's first DART mission capable of landing a spacecraft in an asteroid?
- NASA

• NASA is the space agency of the United States

• NASA: National Aeronautics and Space Administration

• Established: 01 October 1958

• HQ: Washington, D.C., USA

• Administrator: Bill Nelson

 
56. Recently who has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Kuwait?
- Sheikh Sabah Al Khalid Al Sabah

• Kuwait

• Capital: Kuwait City

• Currency: Kuwaiti Dinar

 
57. On which day “International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women” was observed recently?
- November 25
1.     The theme of "International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women" 2021: 'Orange the World: End Violence Against Women Now!'
2.     The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is observed on 25 November every year at the initiative of the United Nations.

• United Nations (UN)

• Established: 24 October 1945

• HQ: New York

• Secretary-General: Antonio Guterres

 
58. The recently released book "Conversations India's Leading Art Historian Engages with 101, Themes and More" has been authored by?
- Brijinder Nath Goswami

• Brijinder Nath Goswami is an eminent historian and Padma award-winning writer.

 
59. Recently the former President of South Korea has passed away, what is his name?
- Chun Doo-hwan

• South Korea

• Capital: Seoul

• Currency: South Korean Won

• PM: Kim Boo-kyum

• President: Moon Jae-in

 
60. Which actor has recently received the Best Actor Award in the 49th edition of the International Emmy Awards?
- David Tennant

• The 49th edition of the International Emmy Award has been organized in New York City.

• In the International Emmy Award, so far the only award in 2020 has been received for "Delhi Crime".

• Best Actor: Debbie Tennant (UK) (for "Des")

• Best Actress: Hayley Squares (UK) (for "Adult Material")

• Best Comedy Series: Call My Agent (Season 4)

• Best Drama Series: Tehran (Israeli Thriller)

 
61. Which city has topped the “Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Urban Index and Dashboard 2021-22” released by NITI Aayog recently?
- Shimla
1.     “Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Urban Index and Dashboard 2021-22” has been released in collaboration with India and Germany.
2.     In the "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Urban Index and Dashboard 2021-22" Coimbatore is ranked second, Chandigarh third, and Thiruvananthapuram fourth respectively.
3.     Patna, Guwahati, Itanagar, Meerut, and Dhanbad are the worst performers in the "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Urban Index and Dashboard 2021-22".

• NITI Aayog: The National Institution for Transforming India

• Established: 01 January 2015

• Chairman: PM of India

• Vice-Chairman: Rajiv Kumar

• CEO: Amitabh Kant

 
62. Which half-yearly trilateral warfare exercise was recently conducted between the Coast Guard of India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka?
- 'Dosti'
1.     This is the 15th edition of the half-yearly trilateral warfare exercise 'Dosti' between Coast Guard of India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka which is being conducted in the Maldives from 20 to 24 November 2020.
2.     Indian Coast Guard's 'ICGS Bajra' and 'ICGS Apoorva' participated in this exercise.

• Indian Coast Guard

• Established: 01 February 1977

• ICG Day: 01 February

• Director General: K Natrajan

• Headquarters: New Delhi

 
63. On which day "National Milk Day" has been celebrated recently?
- November 26

• National Milk Day is celebrated on 26 November every year to commemorate the birthday of Dr. Verghese Kurien, who is called the father of the White Revolution in India.

• Dr. Verghese Kurien is also known as 'Milk Man of India'.

• For the first time "National Milk Day" was celebrated in the year 2014.

 
64. Recently the Central Government has changed the base year of the 'Wage Rate Index' (WRI) from 1963-65 to which year?
- 2016

• The Labor Ministry has changed the base year of the Wage Rate Index (WRI) from 1963-65 to 2016 on the recommendation of the Expert Group on Minimum Wages and National Base Wages Committee headed by SP Mukherjee.

• Labor and Employment Minister: Shri Bhupendra Yadav

 
65. Recently, which campaign has been started by the Madhya Pradesh government to make people aware of energy-saving?
- Urja Saksharta Abhiyan
1.     An announcement was also made by Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to set up a solar power plant in the state at a cost of Rs 5,250 crore.

• Madhya Pradesh

• MP Capital: Bhopal

• CM: Shivraj Singh Chauhan

• Governor: Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel

 
66. On which day "Indian Constitution Day" has been celebrated recently?
- November 26

• "Indian Constitution Day" is celebrated every year on 26 November to mark the anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of the country on 26 November 1949.

• The Indian Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950.

• After the formation of the Bharatiya Janata Party government in the year 2014, on the initiative of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, it was decided to make every 26 November as "Indian Constitution Day" from the year 2015.

 
67. Recently which state has become the first state in India to propose to become a cyber tehsil state?
- Madhya Pradesh
1.     Cyber ​​Tehsil will simplify the mutation process and will facilitate the process of conversion in undisputed land cases.

• Madhya Pradesh

• MP Capital: Bhopal

• CM: Shivraj Singh Chauhan

• Governor: Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel

 
68. Which international organization has recently released the "Global Nutrition Report 2021"?
- World Health Organization (WHO)
1.     According to the "Global Nutrition Report 2021" released by the World Health Organization, more than half of Indian women aged 15 to 49 are suffering from anemia.
2.     More than 17% of Indian children under the age of 5 are in the below-average height and underweight category.

• WHO: World Health Organization

• Established: 7 April 1948

• HQ: Geneva Switzerland

• President: Tedros Adhanom

 
69. Recently, the free food grains gave by the central government under the "Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana" have been extended for how long?
- March 2022

• Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the free food grains given by the central government under the "Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana" have been extended till March 2022 next year.

• Under the "Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana" by the central government, every person is being given free food grains according to 5 kg of rice or wheat every month.

• The benefit of this scheme is made available under the National Food Security Act (NFSA).

• Food and Public Distribution Minister: Shri Piyush Goyal

 
70. Who was the Indian representation of the address of the 13th edition of "ASEM Summit" recently?
- M Venkaiah Naidu

• ASEM: Asia-Europe Meeting

• The 13th edition of "ASEM Summit" was addressed by Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu.

• The 13th edition of "ASEM Summit" was hosted by Cambodia.

• The theme of the 13th edition of "ASEM Summit": Strengthening Multilateralism for Shared Growth"

• ASEM (Asia-Europe Meeting) includes countries from the European Union and ASEAN (ASEAN) with a total of 51 member states.

 
71. Recently who has been selected by India for the Executive Committee of Interpol?
- Praveen Sinha
1.     Praveen Sinha, Special Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), has been selected as India's candidate for the Executive Committee of Interpol.

• INTERPOL: The International Criminal Police Organization

• Established: 7 September 1923

• HQ: Lyon, France

 
72. Who was the Indian representative of the 20th edition of 'SCO Council of Heads of Government Meeting' recently?
- S Jaishankar
1.     Indian representation of the 20th edition of the 'SCO Council of Heads of Government Meeting' by the Union External Affairs Minister of India, Subramaniam S Jaishankar.

• SCO: Shanghai Cooperation Organization

• SCO Headquarters: Beijing, China

• SCO Secretary General: Vladimir Norov (Vladimir Norov)

• Establishment of SCO: 15 June 2001

• SCO Permanent Members: China, Russia, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, India, Pakistan, and Iran

 
73. The recently released book "Contested Lands: India, China, and the Boundary Dispute" has been authored by?
- Maroof Raza

• "Contested Lands: India, China, and the Boundary Dispute" has been written by former Indian Army officer Maroof Raza.

• This book covers the history of India's border formation with China and Tibet and the ongoing border disputes.

• has been told about

 
74. Recently what percentage of India's GDP growth rate has been estimated by Moody's for the financial year 2021-22?
- 9.3%

• Also, Moody's has estimated India's GDP growth rate to be 7.9% for the financial year 2022-23.

• Moody's is an American business and financial services company.

 
75. Which company has recently appointed former cricketer and current BCCI President Sourav Ganguly as its brand ambassador?
- Century LED
 
76. Recently well-known Assamese poet and Sahitya Akademi honored personality passed away, what is his name?
- Sananta Tanti
 
77. Recently, “Tejaswini and Hausla Yojana” was launched to set up self-employment ventures for women of which state?
- Jammu and Kashmir
1.     “Tejaswini and Hausa Yojana” run by Jammu and Kashmir Bank and “Shikhar and Shikara Yojana” of Punjab National Bank were launched by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
2.     Under the "Tejaswini and Hausla Yojana", women between the ages of 18 and 35 will be provided financial assistance up to ₹ 5 lakh for setting up self-employment ventures.

• J&K Bank

• Established: 01 October 1938

• HQ: Srinagar

• MD & CEO: Baldev Prakash

 
78. Which word has been selected as "Word of the Year 2021" by Collins Dictionary recently?
- NFT

• NFT: Non-Fungible Token

• The term refers to "a unique digital certificate used to record the ownership of an artwork or collectible asset".

• 'Collins Dictionary' is published by Harper Collins in Glasgow.

 
79. Where was the first "Aharbal Utsav" celebrated with the aim of promoting tourism recently?
- Kulgam
1.     The first "Aharbal Utsav" was celebrated in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir with an aim to boost the tourism industry in the region.
2.     This festival was celebrated for the first time in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir by making the first "Aharbal Utsav" especially the "Aharbal Falls" center.

• Jammu & Kashmir

• J&K Lieutenant Governor: Manoj Sinha

• J & K Capital: 1. Jammu (Winter) 2. Srinagar (Summer)

 
80. Recently, the 'Kartar Sahib' pilgrimage site has also been included in the "Chief Minister's Tirth Yatra Yojana", 'Mukhyamantri Teerth Yatra Yojana' is the scheme of which state government?
- Delhi Government
1.     Through the "Mukhyamantri Teerth Yatra Yojana" by the Delhi government, elderly people are made free to visit various cultural and pilgrimage sites of the country.

• Delhi

• Chief Minister: Arvind Kejriwal

• Lieutenant Governor: Anil Baijal

• Delhi Police Commissioner: Rakesh Asthana

 
81. Recently which metro service of the country has achieved the record of becoming the world's fourth-largest metro railway network by running a driverless metro train?
- Delhi Metro Service
1.     This driverless metro train of Delhi Metro Service was inaugurated by the Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri.
2.     Through this driverless metro train, 59 km of service will be provided from 'Majlis Park to Shiv Vihar' and with this, Delhi Metro is now the fourth largest in the world, providing driverless metro rail service to a total area of ​​97 km. has become a major metro rail service |

• DMRC: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation

• Established: 03 May 1995

• Service Started: 24 December 2002

• HQ: New Delhi

• Chairman: Mangu Singh

 
82. Recently who has been appointed as its President by the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol)?
- Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi
1.     The "International Criminal Police Organization" (Interpol) has appointed 'Ahmed Nasser Al-Raisi' of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as its President.

• INTERPOL: The International Criminal Police Organization

• Established: 7 September 1923

• HQ: Lyon, France

• President: Ahmed Nasr Al-Raisi

 
83. On which day "National Organ Donation Day" was observed recently?
- November 27

• “National Organ Donation Day” is celebrated every year on 27th November at the initiative of the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

• The main objective of "National Organ Donation Day" is to raise awareness about organ donation and selfless contribution to mankind.

• In order to promote the initiative of organ donation, any person can voluntarily declare that he can donate some important organs of the body like heart, liver, kidney, intestine, lung, and pancreas, etc. Those who are unable to enjoy the world due to the lack of all these organs are made available.

 
84. Which country has recently test-fired the surface-to-surface ballistic missile "Shaheen 1-A"?
- Pakistan

• Pakistan

• Capital: Islamabad

• Currency: Pakistani Rupee

• PM: Imran Khan

• President: Arif Alvi

 
85. Which brand has emerged as the most powerful brand in the recently released "Kartar's BrandZ India 2021" report?
- Amazon

• In the technical group of "Kartar's BrandZ India 2021" report, Amazon ranked first, Zomato second, YouTube third, and Google fourth.

• In the non-FMCG group of "Kartar's BrandZ India 2021" report, 'Asian Paints' ranks first and 'Samsung' and 'Jio' jointly second.

• 'Tata T' ranks first in the FMCG group of "Kartar's BrandZ India 2021" report.

• FMCG: Fast-Moving Consumer Goods

 
86. Recently which bank has been fined Rs 1 crore by the Reserve Bank of India?
- State Bank of India (SBI)
1.     The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 1 crore on State Bank of India after an inspection found that the bank had kept more than 30% of the paid-up share capital of shares in borrower companies as pledged. Companies that are violating RBI guidelines.

• SBI: State Bank of India

• HQ: Mumbai

• Established: 01 July 1955

• Chairman: Dinesh Kumar Khara

• :

• RBI: Reserve Bank of India

• RBI HQ: Mumbai

• Established: 1 April 1935

• Nationalization: 01 January 1949

• Governor: Shaktikanta Das(25th)

• Deputy Governor: 1. Mahesh Kumar Jain 2. Michael Devvrat Patra 3. M Rajeshwar Rao 4. T Rabi Sankar

 
87. What name has been given to a new variant of COVID-19 "B.1.1529" by the World Health Organization (WHO) recently?
- Omicron
1.     A new variant of COVID-19 "B.1.1.529" is being described as more powerful and dangerous than COVID-19.
2.     For the first time, a new variant of COVID-19 named "B.1.1.529" named "Omicron" was detected in South Africa on 24 November 2021.

• WHO: World Health Organization

• Established: 7 April 1948

• HQ: Geneva Switzerland

• President: Tedros Adhanom

 
88. Which online traveling service company has tied up with the Ministry of Civil Aviation to promote regional air connectivity in the country?
- MakeMyTrip

• To promote regional air connectivity through UDAN (UDAN-Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik), a scheme being run by the Ministry of Civil Aviation in the Central Government to strengthen regional connectivity and to provide air service to the common people. This agreement has been made for

• Civil Aviation Minister: Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia

 
89. According to the "National Family and Health Survey" (NFHS) released by the Union Health Ministry recently, how many females are there for 1000 males?
- 1020

• According to the "National Family and Health Survey" released by the Union Health Ministry, the data obtained is considered to be an important achievement.

• Minister of Health and Family Welfare: Shri Mansukh Mandaviya

 
90. Which military exercise was recently organized by the Indian Army and Air Force in Jaisalmer?
- Dakshin Shakti

• Chief of Defense Staff: General Bipin Rawat

• Chief of Army Staff: General Manoj Mukund Narwane

• Chief of the Air Force: Air Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari

• Chief of Naval Staff: Admiral Karambir Singh

 
91. Recently the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has increased the limit of promoters' stake in private banks to how much?
- 26%
1.     The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed to raise the limit of promoters' stake in private banks from 15% to 26% over the last 15 years.

• RBI: Reserve Bank of India

• RBI HQ: Mumbai

• Established: 1 April 1935

• Nationalization: 01 January 1949

• Governor: Shaktikanta Das(25th)

• Deputy Governor: 1. Mahesh Kumar Jain 2. Michael Devvrat Patra 3. M Rajeshwar Rao 4. T Rabi Sankar

 
92. Which model retail outlet scheme and a digital customer feedback program has been announced recently on the joint initiative of the country's leading oil companies?
- Darpan@petrolpump

• 'Darpan@petrolpump' has been started by the country's three largest public sector oil companies Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) to enhance the service standards and facilities in their network. |

• Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas: Shri Hardeep Singh Puri

 
93. Which state has been ranked as the poorest state according to the "Multidimensional Poverty Index" (MPI) released by NITI Aayog recently?
- Bihar
1.     In this list, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh have been placed in the list of the poorest states respectively.
2.     In this list, Bihar has also been described as the state with the most malnourished people, followed by Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh respectively.
3.     Kerala, Goa, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, and Punjab have been placed in the list of better positions in terms of poverty respectively.

• NITI Aayog: The National Institution for Transforming India

• Established: 01 January 2015

• Chairman: PM of India

• Vice-Chairman: Rajiv Kumar

• CEO: Amitabh Kant

 
94. Recently who has been made the sponsor of the "Prime Volleyball League"?
- RuPay
1.     National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI) flagship product “RuPay” has been selected as the sponsor for the “Prime Volleyball League” to be held in the year 2022 for the next 3 years.

• NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India)

• It is a joint platform of the Reserve Bank of India and the Indian Banks Association

• Established: 2008

• HQ: Mumbai

• MD & CEO: Dilip Asbe

 
95. Honorable President Shri Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhavan for the year 2020 (The Gallantry Award for the year 2020 could not be distributed on time due to the COVID-19 pandemic which is being distributed along with the gallantry award of 2021) and for 2021 Gallantry Award and Distinguished Service Award were given at the Defense Decoration Ceremony.
Gallantry Awards are distributed every year by the Government of India to honor the acts of bravery and sacrifice of officers, personnel of the Armed Forces as well as other legally constituted forces and civilians.
The order of precedence of Gallantry Awards is as follows: Param Vir Chakra > Ashok Chakra > Mahavir Chakra > Kirti Chakra > Vir Chakra > and Shaurya Chakra
 
The important list of Gallantry Awards for the year 2020 are as follows:-
Kirti Chakra (2020):-

• Sapper Prakash Jadhav (Posthumous), The Corps of Engineers, First Battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles.

• Shri Harshpal Singh, Deputy Commandant CRPF

 
Vir Chakra (2020):-

• Wing Commander (now Group Captain) Varthaman Abhinandan, Flying (Pilot), Indian Air Force: A F-16 fighter aircraft of the Pakistani Air Force, seen on the Indo-Pakistan Line of Control, is being chased by Wing Commander Varthaman Abhinandan on February 27, 2019. Showing his valor, shot down Pakistan's F-16 fighter plane.

 
Shaurya Chakra (2020):-

• Vibhuti Shankar Dhoundiyal (Posthumous), The Corps of 55th Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles.

• Naib Subedar Sombir (Posthumous), The JAT Regiment, 34th Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles.

• Lance Naik Sandeep Singh (Posthumous), 4th Battalion, The Parachute Regiment (Special Force)

• Sipoy Brijesh Kumar (Posthumous), Punjab Regiment 22nd Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles.

• Sipoy Hari Singh (posthumously), The Corps of 55th Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles.

• Colonel Ajay Singh Kushwaha, The Jammu and Kashmir, 3rd Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles.

• Captain Mahesh Kumar Bhure, 34th Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles.

• Major Konjengbam Bijendra Singh, 23rd Battalion, The Assam Rifles.

• Lt Col Jyoti Lama, 11th Battalion, The Gorkha Rifles.

 
The important list of Gallantry Awards for the year 2021 is as follows:-
Mahavir Chakra (2021):-

• Colonel. Bikumala Santosh Babu (Posthumous), 16th Battalion, The Bihar Regiment

 
Kirti Chakra (2021):-

• Subedar Sanjeev Kumar (Posthumous), 4th Battalion, The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces)

• Abdul Rashid Kalas (Posthumous), Head Constable, J&K Police

• Pintu Kumar Singh (Posthumous), Inspector/GD, CRPF

• Shyam Narayan Singh Yadav (Posthumous), Head Constable/GD, CRPF

• Mr. Rahul Mathur, Deputy Commandant, CRPF

 
Vir Chakra (2021):-

• Naik Deepak Singh (Posthumous), The Army Medical Corps, 16th Battalion, The Bihar Regiment

• Naib Subedar Nuduram Soren (Posthumous), 16th Battalion, The Bihar Regiment

• Sergeant K. Palani (Posthumous), 81 Field Regiment

• Sipoy Gurtej Singh (Posthumous), 3rd Battalion, The Punjab Regiment

• Havildar Tejender Singh, 3 Medium Regiment, Galwan Valley

 
Shaurya Chakra (2021):-

• Rifleman Shivakumar (Posthumous), J&K Light Infantry, 31st Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles

• Major Anuj Sood (Posthumous), 21st Battalion, The Rashtriya Rifles

• Naseer Ahmed Koli (Posthumous), Constable, J&K Police

• Mahavir Prasad Godra (Posthumous), Sub-Inspector, CISF

• Lt Col Krishna Singh Rawat, 1st Battalion, The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces)

• Rifleman Pranab Jyoti Das, 6th Battalion, The Assam Rifles

• Wing Commander Visak Nair, Flying (Pilot), Indian Air Force

 
 
PIB (Press Information Bureau) is the instrument of the above information provided for Gallantry Awards 2020 & 2021. For the complete list of awards click on the following links of PIB:-
Gallantry Award 2020: Click Here: Part-1 Part-2
Gallantry Award 2021: Click Here: Part-1 Part-2

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