Who has inaugurated the 5th edition of Global Conference on Cyber Space (GCCS)?
Correct Answer: A [Narendra Modi ]
Answer Explanation:
The 5th edition of Global Conference on Cyber Space (GCCS) has
inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on November 23,
2017. The theme of the conference is “Cyber for All: A Secure and
Inclusive Cyberspace for Sustainable Development”. The main objective of
the conference is to have mutual understanding of latest practices in
cyberspace, more coordination and security measures. For the first time,
the event is being organized in India. The representatives from 124
countries and 33 Ministerial delegates from 31 countries including Prime
Minister of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremasinghe will attend the conference.
nternational leaders, policymakers, industry experts, think tanks and
cyber experts will deliberate on issues and challenges for optimally
using cyber space. The conference will promote the importance of
inclusiveness and human rights in global cyber policy.
Who will be sworn-in as the new President of Zimbabwe?
Correct Answer: B [Emmerson Mnangagwa]
Answer Explanation:
Emmerson Mnangagwa, the former Vice President, will be sworn in as
the President of the Zimbabwe on November 24, 2017 after the resignation
of Robert Mugabe following a military intervention. The ruling ZANU-PF
party has nominated him to fill the vacancy left by Mr Robert Mugabe. Mr
Mugabe stepped down on November 21 after 37 years ruling the country.
Mr Mnangagwa’s dismissal from the Vice President post led the ruling
party and the military to intervene and forced Mr Mugabe to resign.
As per which article of Constitution, the Union Cabinet has approved to set up 15th Finance Commission?
Correct Answer: C [Article 280]
Answer Explanation:
The Union Cabinet has recently approved the setting up of the 15th
Finance Commission which will assess the tax resources of the nation and
suggest a formula for their devolution among states. Its
recommendations will have to be in place before April 1, 2020 and will
takes 2 years for Finance Commission to give its recommendations. As per
Article 280 of the Constitution, the Commission is required to make
recommendations on the distribution of the net proceeds of taxes between
the Centre and the states. The Commission also suggests the principles
which should govern the grants in aid of the revenues of the states out
of the Consolidated Fund of India. The 14th Finance Commission was set
up on January 2, 2013. Its recommendations cover the period from April
1, 2015 to March 31, 2020.
Who will be the convener of task force to review the Income Tax Act 1961?
Correct Answer: D [Arbind Modi]
Answer Explanation:
The Union Government has recently constituted a task force to review
the Income Tax Act 1961 and draft a new direct tax law in consonance
with current economic needs. CBDT member Arbind Modi will be the
convener of task force while Chief Economic Adviser Dr. Arvind
Subramanian will be a permanent Special Invitee. The task force will
draft an appropriate direct tax legislation keeping in view the direct
tax system in various countries, international best practices and
economic needs of the country. It will submit its report within six
months.
Indian railways has installed Asia’s largest Solid State Interlocking (SSI) system in which state?
Correct Answer: B [West Bengal]
Answer Explanation:
Indian railways has installed Asia’s largest Solid State Interlocking
(SSI) system at Kharagpur in West Bengal, which will enable station
masters to set 800 different routes for trains in a matter of minutes.
Interlocking is a railway signal apparatus that prevents conflicting
movements of trains through an arrangement of tracks such as junctions
or crossings. The cutting-edge technology is installed at a cost of Rs
39 crore, which replaces the pre-1989 route relay system that only
allowed operators to set maximum 423 routes, ensures that no
cross-movement takes place. The SSI software will also detect the routes
a particular train can take and inform the station masters working at
the panel, bringing down the operation time and the possibility of human
error. It will reduce the possibility of accidents.
Which union ministry will conduct Multi State Mega Mock Tsunami Exercise 2017?
Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Home Affairs]
Answer Explanation:
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) through the National Disaster
Management Authority (NDMA) and the Indian National Centre for Ocean
Information Services (INCOIS) will conduct a multi-State mega mock
exercise on tsunami preparedness on November 24, 2017. The exercise will
be simultaneously conducted in 31 coastal districts across four States –
West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu – and Union
Territory Puducherry along the entire East Coast. The participants from
11 Pacific Island countries will observe the entire exercise to take
away key lessons and best practices to be adopted while preparing for
and responding to a disaster situation. The exercise is one of the
various activities planned on the occasion of the 2nd World Tsunami
Awareness Day (WTAD) held on November 5 this year. India’s eastern coast
is susceptible to both floods and tsunamis and many coastal districts
have conducted similar mock exercises for better preparedness over the
years.
Who has become the first-ever female pilot to be inducted into the Indian Navy?
Correct Answer: D [Shubhangi Swaroop]
Answer Explanation:
Shubhangi Swaroop, a native of Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh, has become
the first-ever female pilot to be inducted into the Indian Navy and will
soon be fly Maritime Reconnaissance aircraft. Besides Swaroop, Astha
Segal from New Delhi, Puducherry’s Roopa A and Sakthi Maya S from Kerala
also created history by becoming the country’s first women officers at
the Naval Armament Inspection (NAI) branch of the Navy. They are among
the 328 midshipmen and cadets who had passed out of the Ezhimala Naval
Academy in Kerala on November 22, 2017. All the four will be undergoing
subsequent professional training in their respective chosen branches
before being employed on duty. The NAI branch looks after the inspection
and assessment of the arms and weapons of the country’s naval force.
The Rowa Wildlife Sanctuary (RWS) is located in which state?
Correct Answer: C [Tripura ]
Answer Explanation:
The Rowa Wildlife Sanctuary (RWS) is located in Tripura and covers an
area of only 0.86 square kilometres. The sanctuary is known for varies
rare species plants and animals providing immense scope for the botany
and zoology experts. According to statistics, the small sanctuary is a
safe abode for 150 species of birds, wild beasts and primates.
Which state government has launched free learning app “Dishari” for competitive exams?
Correct Answer: B [Rajasthan ]
Answer Explanation:
The Rajasthan government has launched an educational mobile app
“Dishari” that will provide free study materials for youths preparing
for competitive examinations. The app was developed by Imran Khan, a
Sanskrit teacher and web developer from Alwar. The app has over 9,400
questions on topics ranging from current affairs and general knowledge
to mathematics and reasoning. It will also send updates to students
regarding exam forms, exams and job opportunities. The app will also
provide the current Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) and
National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) statuses of the
colleges.
Which state hosted the first- ever North East Development Summit (NEDS) 2017?
Correct Answer: B [Manipur]
Answer Explanation:
The first- ever North East Development Summit (NEDS) 2017 was
inaugurated by President of India Ram Nath Kovind in Imphal, Manipur,
which was held on November 21-22, 2017. The NEDS 2017 was jointly
organized by Manipur State Government in collaboration with Union
Commerce Ministry and India Foundation. The main purpose of this summit
was to showcase the economic potential and to attract investments in
food processing, bamboo industry, real estate and other businesses
within the state. During the course of this Summit, approx 20 Memorandum
of Understandings (MoUs) were signed between various Departments of
Manipur State Government and National and International
Companies/Investors. Approx 175 delegates including various foreign
delegates attended the event.
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