Which state has topped the 2017 Gender Vulnerability Index (GVI),
which is recently released by the Child development NGO Plan India?
Correct Answer: A [Goa ]
Answer Explanation:
Goa has topped the 2017 Gender Vulnerability Index (GVI) with score
0.649, which is recently released by the Child development NGO Plan
India during its national conference in New Delhi on November 1. Kerala
has acquired 2nd position followed by Mizoram and Sikkim. Bihar ranked
the lowest at 30, with Delhi faring only slightly better at 29 and Uttar
Pradesh at 28. The highest ranking north Indian state is Himachal
Pradesh at the sixth position. The composite index has been developed
within research for the NGO’s Plan for Every Child campaign which is
aimed at comprehensively understanding the dimensions of various
problems affecting children, particularly girls, in difficult
circumstances. This index provides a state-wise ranking which is
calculated by analysing four issues pertinent to the situation of girls —
child safety/protection, poverty, health and education.
The 2017 World Tsunami Awareness Day (WTAD) is observed on which date?
Correct Answer: B [November 5]
Answer Explanation:
The World Tsunami Awareness Day (WTAD) is observed every year on
November 5 to spread awareness among people across the world in matters
related to the dangers of tsunami and shall stress on the importance of
early warning systems in order to mitigate damage from the often
devastating natural hazard. It also aims at reviving traditional
knowledge about tsunamis.
Who will be the new US Ambassador to India?
Correct Answer: C [Kenneth Juster]
Answer Explanation:
Kenneth Juster, a top economic expert on India, has been appointed as
the new US Ambassador to India, which is unanimously confirmed by US
Senate on November 3, 2017. He will replace Indian-American Richard
Verma as the top American diplomat to India. The position has been lying
vacant since January 20 after Mr. Verma resigned from the post after
the swearing-in of Donald Trump as the 45th President of the U.S.
The 1st Heli Expo India and International Civil Helicopter Conclave-2017 has started in which city?
Correct Answer: D [New Delhi ]
Answer Explanation:
The 1st Heli Expo India and International Civil Helicopter
Conclave-2017 was inaugurated at the Pawan Hans Heliport, Rohini in New
Delhi on November 4, 2017. The 2-day conclave was organised by Pawan
Hans Limited, a Mini Ratna company of Ministry of Civil Aviation in
association with PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry with theme
‘Enhancing Connectivity’.
Which union ministry has launched Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana to promote philately?
Correct Answer: D [Ministry of Communications]
Answer Explanation:
The Pan India scholarship program for school children “Deen Dayal
SPARSH Yojana” has launched by Union Minister of Communications Manoj
Sinha to increase the reach of Philately. Under the scheme of SPARSH,
the annual scholarships will be awarded to children of Standard VI to IX
having good academic record and also pursuing Philately as a hobby
through a competitive selection process in all postal circles. Every
Postal Circle will select a maximum of 40 scholarships representing 10
students each from Standard VI, VII, VIII & IX. The amount of
Scholarship will be Rs. 6000/- per annum @ Rs. 500/- per month. The
acronym ‘SPARSH’ stands for “Scholarship for Promotion of Aptitude &
Research in Stamps as a Hobby”.
Which Indian temple has won the UNESCO Asia Pacific Award of Merit 2017?
Correct Answer: C [Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple]
Answer Explanation:
Tamil Nadu’s historic Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam has won
the UNESCO Asia Pacific Award of Merit 2017 for cultural heritage
conservation. The main reasons for the temple to won the UN award are as
follows: Use of traditional methods in renovating its structures and
re-establishment of rainwater harvesting and historic drainage system,
and to augment water and prevent flooding. With this, it has become the
first temple in Tamil Nadu to be given the prestigious award from the UN
body. The temple is situated on an islet between Cauvery and Kollidam
rivers. It has seven prakaras and 21 towers, including the 236-feet-high
rajagopuram.
The Hazaribag Wildlife Sanctuary (HWS) is located in which state?
Correct Answer: B [Jharkhand ]
Answer Explanation:
The Hazaribag Wildlife Sanctuary (HWS) is situatuted in Jharkhand and
is about 89 km north of Ranchi. It covers an area of 184 km2. It is
home to leopards, pantherswild boars tigers, sambar, nilgai, chital,
peafowl, sloth bears, black bears, hyenas and pigeons.
Who has been chosen for the 53rd Jnanpith Award 2017?
Correct Answer: A [Krishna Sobti]
Answer Explanation:
Krishna Sobti (92), the renowned Hindi Litterateur, has been chosen
for the 53rd Jnanpith Award for the year 2017 for her path-breaking
contribution to Indian literature. She is known for experimenting with
new writing styles and creating bold and daring characters in her
stories who were ready to accept all challenges. Her language was highly
influenced by the intermingling of Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi cultures.
Some of her works include Daar se Bichhudi, Mitron Marjani, and
Zindaginama. Jnanpith is the highest literary award of the country.
The National Cycling Championship (NCC) has organized in which city to promote fuel conservation?
Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Answer Explanation:
The National Cycling Championship has started from the Jawaharlal
Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on November 5, 2017 to promote fuel
conservation. The event is organised by the Petroleum Conservation
Research Association (PCRA) in four categories – Elite Cycling
(50km/30km), Amateur Ride (30 km), Open Ride (10 km) and Green Ride (5
km). Approx 5,000 participants are taking part in the event, which are
enrol for various categories via online registration. The championship
is hosted by Saksham Pedal Delhi and supported by the Cycling Federation
of India (CFI). Bollywood actor Farhan Akhtar is the brand ambassador
of the of Saksham Pedal Delhi. The event has prize money of Rs 8 lakh.
Which city is hosting the 2017 World Youth Forum (WYF)?
Correct Answer: A [Egypt]
Answer Explanation:
The 2017 World Youth Forum has started at Sharam El Shiekh in Egypt
on November 4, 2017. The 5-day forum has inaugurated by the President of
Egypt Mr Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. From India, Minister of State for Youth
Affairs and Sports Col Rajyavardhan Rathore is participating in the
forum. The Forum aims to provide a platform to the youth from all over
the globe to engage with the key global policy makers. It will also
cover role of youth in business and innovation, challenges and making of
future leaders, gender equity and women empowerment among other things.
The Summit segment is expected to be attended by the Heads of
State/Government, Ministers of youth from 14 countries and
representatives of UN, Arab League and the African Union.
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