The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) is an autonomous body under which union ministry?
Correct Answer: D [Ministry of Women and Child Development]
Answer Explanation:
The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) is an autonomous body
under the Ministry of Women and Child Development. It functions as the
nodal body for adoption of Indian children and is mandated to monitor
and regulate in-country and inter-country adoptions. Recently, it is in
news because, CARA has started a monthly ‘Jan Sampark’ program to enable
the public to have interaction with its officials for seeking
information related to adoption as well as flagging their concerns. The
first of its kind programme was held in New Delhi recently. The event
will now be a regular feature every month apart from the quarterly
Facebook live chat by CEO CARA.
Under which union ministry the National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation (NHFDC) works?
Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment]
Answer Explanation:
The National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation (NHFDC)
was set up in January 1997 as a non-profit company under Union ministry
of Social Justice and Empowerment. The corporation provides financial
assistance for wide range of income generating activities to disabled
persons. Recently, the Jammu and Kashmir government has launched a
scheme for disabled soldiers and their dependents in collaboration with
the NHFDC. As per scheme, the disabled soldiers or dependent relatives
of such soldiers, who are permanent residents of the state, having
disability of 40% and above can avail maximum loan of Rs 25 lakh with
4-7% rate of interest per annum.
Which state has won the ‘Best Tourism State’ National award-2017?
Correct Answer: B [Madhya Pradesh ]
Answer Explanation:
On the occasion of World Tourism Day (WTD-2017), Madhya Pradesh
bagged total 10 National Tourism Awards at a function in Vigyan Bhawan,
New Delhi on September 28, 2017. The state won ‘Best Tourism State’
national award for the 3rd consecutive year, besides the Most Innovative
Tourist Product award for ‘Hanuwantia Jal Mahotsav’ and Best State for
Adventure Tourism. The Hindi brochure published by Madhya Pradesh
Tourism in Simhastha-2016 won the national award for Excellence in
Publishing in Hindi. The Best Wildlife Guide national award was bagged
by Saib Khan of Pachmarhi. Madhya Pradesh also received a national award
for Film Promotion Policy in the category of Best Film Promotion
Friendly State/Union Territory. While Chanderi was adjudged as the Best
Heritage City, the Best Tourist-Friendly Railway Station award was given
to Ujjain Railway Station. The Best Civic Management of a Tourist
Destination of India award was given to Khargone.
What is the theme of 2017 World Maritime Day (WMD)?
Correct Answer: C [Connecting Ships, Ports and People]
Answer Explanation:
The World Maritime Day (WMD) is observed every year on September 29
to acknowledge the maritime industry and to highlight the importance of
shipping safety, maritime security, and the marine environment. The 2017
theme ‘Connecting Ships, Ports and People’ was chosen to provide an
opportunity to focus on the many diverse actors involved in the shipping
and logistics areas. The aim of theme is to focus on helping
International Maritime Organization (IMO) member states to develop and
implement maritime strategies to invest in a joined-up, interagency
approach.
What is the theme of 2017 World Rabies Day (WRD)?
Correct Answer: D [Rabies: Zero by 30]
Answer Explanation:
The World Rabies Day (WRD) is an international awareness campaign,
which is observed every year on September 28 to raise awareness about
rabies prevention and to highlight progress in defeating this horrifying
disease. The day also marks the anniversary of Louis Pasteur’s death,
the French chemist and microbiologist, who developed the first rabies
vaccine. The 2017 theme is ‘Rabies: Zero by 30’.
What is the theme of the 13th Formation Day of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)?
Correct Answer: B [School Safety]
Answer Explanation:
Rajnath Singh, the Union Home Minister, has inaugurated the 13th
Formation Day of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) at Vigyan
Bhawan in New Delhi on September 28, 2017. The 2017 theme of formation
day is ‘School Safety’. On this day, the stakeholders will discuss the
roadmap, their roles and key challenges in the implementation of the
School Safety Policy across the country. States will share their
experiences in terms of best practices and lessons learnt through their
efforts towards school safety initiatives. The NDMA is an agency of the
Ministry of Home Affairs whose primary purpose is to coordinate response
to natural or man-made disasters and for capacity-building in disaster
resiliency and crisis response. The Prime Minister is the ex-officio
chairperson of it.
What is the India’s rank in the 2017 Global Competitiveness Rankings (GCR)?
Correct Answer: A [40th ]
Answer Explanation:
India has been ranked the 40th out of 137 countries at the 2017
Global Competitiveness Index (GCI), which is compiled by the World
Economic Forum (WEF). According to the Global Competitiveness Report
(GCR) 2017-2018, India’s performance improved in Information and
Communications Technologies (ICT) indicators, particularly Internet
bandwidth per user, mobile phone and broadband subscriptions, and
Internet access in schools. The list is topped by Switzerland, followed
by United States, Singapore, Netherlands and Germany. The GCI is
prepared on the basis of country-level data covering 12 categories or
pillars of competitiveness viz. Institutions, infrastructure,
macroeconomic environment, health and primary education, higher
education and training, etc.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will increase annual lending to India to a maximum of how much amount for 2018-22?
Correct Answer: C [$4 billion]
Answer Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will increase its annual lending to
India to a maximum of $4 billion between 2018 and 2022 to help fasten
inclusive economic transformation towards upper middle income status.
The ADB’s programme in India will focus on three main pillars of
activity during the 5-year period: boost economic competitiveness to
create more and well-paid jobs, improve access to infrastructure and
services, and address climate change and improving climate resilience.
The new lending programme, which includes private sector operations, is
much higher than the average $2.65 billion a year in loans extended
during 2012 and 2016.
The Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary (SWS) is located in which state?
Correct Answer: D [Chhattisgarh ]
Answer Explanation:
The Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary (SWS) is located in Dhamtari
District, Chhattisgarh and covers an area of 556 square kilometers. It
is a famous tourist attraction which is frequented by wildlife
enthusiasts throughout the year. It is named after Sitanadi River which
originates from this sanctuary and joins Mahanadi River near Deokhut.
Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its lush green flora and rich
and unique and diverse fauna and has great potential to emerge as one of
the finest wildlife destinations in Central India.
Hugh M Hefner, the founder of the iconic Playboy magazine passed away. He hailed from which country?
Correct Answer: B [United States]
Answer Explanation:
Hugh M Hefner (91), American Icon and the founder of the iconic
Playboy magazine, has passed away in Los Angeles on September 27, 2017.
He was also the founder and chief creative officer of Playboy
Enterprises, the publishing group that operates the magazine.
