1. A Book Titled "The Population Myth: Islam, Family Planning and Politics in India“ has been authored by?

A. Deepak Mishra

B. S Y Quraishi

C. S A Bobade

D. Rajinder Sachar

Why In News- Former chief election commissioner S Y Quraishi authored a book "The Population Myth: Islam, Family Planning and Politics in India". It discusses how these myths have been often used to stoke majoritarian fears of a demographic skew. Published by “ HarperCollins India”. Quraishi, who was CEC from July 30, 2010 to June 10, 2012, introduced a number of electoral reforms, such as the creation of a voter education division, expenditure monitoring division. Election Commission of India- It is a constitutional body under article 324. Formed: 1950, HQ: New Delhi., 1st CEC: Sukumar Sen Current CEC: Om Prakash Rawat (22nd).

2. Who has launched the TESOL Core Certificate Program for English teachers of Delhi Government schools?

A. Amit Shah

B. Ramesh Pokhriyal

C. Arvind Kejriwal

D. Manish Sisodia

Why In News- Manish Sisodia has launched the TESOL Core Certificate Program for English teachers of Delhi Government schools. The programme will be conducted at the Regional English Language Office of the US embassy. The programme aims to improve English language teaching in government schools. The current batch is of 50 teachers. TESOL stands for “Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages”. It includes teaching English as a foreign language as well as a second language in a country where the primary language is English. Delhi- In 1911, it was announced that the capital of British-held territories in India was to be transferred from Calcutta to Delhi. In 1991,the 69th Constitutional Amendment has established special provision for Delhi (239AA).

3. The Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced that the New Foreign Trade Policy 2021-2026 of India which is under formulation will come into effect on?

A. 1st January 2021

B. 26th January 2021

C. 1st April 2021

D. 1st July 2021

Why In News- The Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced that the New Foreign Trade Policy 2021-2026 of India which is under formulation will come into effect on April 1, 2021. The policy will be implemented for 5 years and will strive to make India a leader in international trade. Main Focus: Channelizing the synergies gained through merchandise and services exports for employment and growth with a goal of making India a $ 5 Trillion economy. Piyush Goyal is the Minister of commerce and Industry. Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry.

4. “North East Cane & Bamboo Development Council (NECBDC)” has signed MoU with which state gov for Bamboo Entrepreneurship and Bamboo Infrastructure Development?

A. Sikkim

B. Arunachal Pradesh

C. Kerala

D. Mizoram

Why In News- North East Cane & Bamboo Development Council (NECBDC) under North Eastern Council (NEC) signed a MoU with J&K Government for Bamboo Entrepreneurship and Bamboo Infrastructure Development. To boost the unexplored potential of bamboo sector in J&K. It is the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi of 'Har Medh Par Ped‘. State Bamboo Mission in J&K will be framed. About: J&K (Jammu & Kashmir) It became UT in 31 October 2019. Lieutenant Governor: Manoj Sinha Imp Sites: Dachigam National Park, Kishtwar National Park. Passes of J&K- Banihal Pass, Zozila Pass, Pir Panjal Pass, Burjil Pass, Karakoram Pass.

5. Indian physicist “Rohini Godbole” has been conferred with “Order of Merit” award by? A. US

B. Australia

C. France

D. Japan

Why In News- Indian physicist and Padma Shri awardee Rohini Godbole has been conferred with the Ordre National du Merite, one of the highest distinctions granted by France to honour eminent persons. Godbole, 68, a professor at the Centre for High Energy Physics in the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore. Ordre National du Mérite is a French honour to reward “distinguished merit” order of merit with membership awarded by the President of the French Republic. Rohini Godbole belongs to Mumbai.

6. India’s 1st ever Ice climbing festival was celebrated in Nubra valley, it is located in? A. Sikkim

B. J&K

C. Laddakh

D. Sikkim

Why In News- In Leh, the first ever Ice climbing festival was celebrated in Nubra valley. The 7 Day’s event was organized by Nubra Adventure Club. To promote winter tourism in Nubra valley. Ice climbing is a popular winter sport in abroad and it will attract adventure tourists. Nubra is in Laddakh bodering Baltistan, Aksai Chin and Tibbet. About: Laddakh- It became union territory in october 2019. It consists 2 district Leh and Kargil. Lt.Governor: Manoj Sinha

7. Which space agency will launch its flagship rocket H3 to pave the way for the next generation of transportation technologies?

A. NASA

B. ESA

C. JAXA

D. ISRO

Why In News- Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency- JAXA announced, that it will launch its flagship rocket H3 to pave the way for the next generation of transportation technologies. Japan’s H3 launch vehicle is it’s new flagship rocket, Its maiden flight was set for Japanese Fiscal Year-JFY 2020. The launch capability of H3 to the geostationary transfer orbit (GTO) will be the highest ever. JAXA- The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency is the Japanese national aerospace and space agency. JAXA was formed on 1 October 2003. HQ- Tokyo Administrator: Hiroshi Yamakawa

8. Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan will soon host a reality show “100 Days in Heaven” to promote tourism in?

A. Uttrakhand

B. Himachal Pradesh

C. Sikkim

D. J&K

Why In News- Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan will soon host a reality show “100 Days in Heaven” to promote tourism in Utrakhand. A decision in this regard was taken by the Uttarakhand Cabinet at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat. Film production company Messers Jumping Tomato Marketing Private Limited would make the show for which the state government will pay it Rs 12.81 crore. Uttrakhand- CM- Trivendra Singh Rawat Gov- Beby Rani Maurya India’s oldest National Park “Jim Corbet” was previously known as Hally, declared in 1936.

9. Who became the 1st person in India to receive COVID-19 vaccine? A. Randeep Guleria

B. Satish Jain

C. Manish Kumar

D. Arya Rajdan

Why In News- A sanitation worker became the first person in India to receive COVID-19 vaccine at AIIMS, Delhi. The worker identified as Manish Kumar received the vaccine in the presence of Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan. AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria also received COVID-19 vaccine shot.

10. Govt has approved procurement of how many LCA Tejas Mk-1A fighter aircrafts? A. 63

B. 73

C. 83

D. 93

Why In News- Govt has approved procurement of 73 LCA Tejas Mk-1A fighter aircrafts and 10 LCA Tejas Mk-1 Trainer aircrafts at the cost of Rs. 45,696 Crore along with Design and Development of Infrastructure sanctions worth Rs.1,202 Crore. Light Combat Aircraft Mk-1A variant is an indigenously designed, developed and manufactured state-of-the-art modern 4+ generation fighter aircraft. It is the 1st “Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured)” category procurement of combat aircrafts with an indigenous content of 50% which will progressively reach 60% by the end of the programme.

11. 'Strawberry Mahotsav' has been recently organised in which Indian state? A. UP

B. MP

C. Maharashtra

D. Karnataka

Why in News: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said diversification of agriculture plays a major role in increasing the farmers' income and production by decreasing the input cost. The chief minister said a student from Jhansi has boosted strawberry cultivation in Bundelkhand, and had also organised a 'Strawberry Mahotsav' there. "Holding Strawberry Mahotsav in Bundelkhand has sent a new message in the state as well as the country.

12. NIC along which entity will jointly launched “CollabCAD” Software?

A. UGC

B. CBSE

C. ICSC

D. AICTE

Why in News: National Informatics Centre and Central Board of Secondary Education, CBSE will jointly launch CollabCAD Software. To provide a total engineering solution for students and Faculty of Engineering Graphics Curriculum. This initiative aims to provide a great platform to students across the country to create and modify 3D digital designs with a free flow of creativity and imagination. About: CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) Founded: 1962 Headquarters: New Delhi Chairperson: Manoj Ahuja

13. RBI has set up 6- member panel to study digital lending activities of regulated and unregulated players, this panel will be headed by?

A. NS Vishvanathan

B. Ravindra Jain

C. Jayant Kumar Das

D. Mayank Kushwaha

Why In News- RBI has set up 6- member panel to study digital lending activities of regulated and unregulated players, due to the growing instances of frauds in digital lending space. It will consists both internal and external members. 4 from RBI and 2 external members. It will headed by Jayant Kumar Dash (Executive Director, RBI). It will summit its report within 3 months.

14. Which Indian bank partnered with fintech company Niyo to issue prepaid cards to workers of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises?

A. HDFC Bank

B. ICICI Bank

C. SBI Bank

D. IDFC

Why in News: ICICI Bank and fintech company Niyo announced a tie-up to issue prepaid cards to workers of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises. MSMEs will now be able to get ‘ICICI Bank Niyo Bharat Payroll Card’ powered by Visa. The ‘ICICI Bank Niyo Bharat Payroll Card’ allows an individual to receive funds upto Rs 1 lakh into the card account. It offers convenience and safety of digital banking to the blue-collar workforce. ICICI Bank: Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation of India Founded: June 1994, HQ: Mumbai, CEO: Sandeep Bakhshi.

15. Who has been named as the new head of Morgan Stanley’s business in India? A. Amrit Ahuza

B. Sanjay Shah

C. Alok Sharma

D. Smriti Mandhana

Why in News: Morgan Stanley has named Sanjay Shah as the new head of its business in India. Sanjay, who joined Morgan Stanley in 1996, was named co-head of India equities in 2006 and co-country head in 2013. Morgan Stanley has also named Samarth Jagnani as head of India, global capital markets. Morgan Stanley: Morgan Stanley is an American Multinational investment bank and financial services company. Founded: 1931, HQ: New York, CEO: James P. Gorman.

16. “Manish Chauhan” has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to which country? A. Spain

B. France

C. UK

D. Portugal

Why in News: Manish Chauhan has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Portugal. He is an IFS officer 1994 batch. He is presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, working with UNES (United Nations Economic & Social) has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Portugal. Note: Recently V.K. Paul has became new Ambassdor of Somalia. Portugal: Capital: Lisbon, Currency: Euro, President: Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.

17. What is India’s rank in 3rd edition of the Digital Evolution Scorecard 2020? A. 1st

B. 2nd

C. 3rd

D. 4th

Why in News: Digital Evolution Scorecard 2020: India ranks 4th in 'Break Out Economies'. Successful "Break Out Economies" are those that have prioritised improving mobile internet access, affordability, and quality to foster more widespread adoption. The 3rd edition of the Digital Evolution Scorecard developed by Tufts University's Fletcher School in partnership with Mastercard. China which leads the countries in the "Break Out Economies". "Break Out Economies" are those that are digitalising very quickly and yet have a lot of room to grow before matching those in the developed economies. MasterCard: Founded: December 1966, HQ: New York, CEO: Michael Miebach.

18. MG Ramchandran is recently remembered on his 104th birth anniversary, he was the founder of which political party?

A. DMK

B. AIDMK

C. TDP

D. PDP

Why in News: PM Modi paid tribute to ruling AIADMK founder and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M G Ramachandran as he was remembered on his 104th birth anniversary. M G Ramachandran, popularly known as MGR was the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu between 1977-87. A superstar and colossus of the Tamil film world, MGR founded the AIADMK in 1972 following differences with then party top leader and Chief Minister M Karunanidhi. After his death in 1987, he became the third Chief Minister from the state of Tamil Nadu to receive the Bharat Ratna after C. Rajagopalachari and K. Kamaraj.

1. Indian Army Veterans Day is observed on which date?

A. 13th January B. 14th January C. 15th January D. 16th January

2. “MG Ramchandran” was honoured with India's highest civilian award in?

A. 1985 B. 1986 C. 1987 D. 1988