1. Which South American country approved a law allowing same-sex marriage?
A.Bolivia
B.Peru
C.Chile
D.Argentina
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Chilean President Sebastian Pinera signed a law permitting same-sex couples to marry and adopt.
2. Oppo India has Collaborated with which organization to Strengthen the R&D of NavIC Messaging Service?
A.ISRO
B.DRDO
C.HAL
D.IOL
Answer: Option A
Explanation:To strengthen the Research and Development (R&D) of NaVIC or the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) messaging service, the Indian Space
Research Organisation has signed a pact with Oppo India.
3. Till when has India suspended all the scheduled international flight operations?
A.January 1, 2022
B.January 3, 2022
C.January 13, 2022
D.January 31, 2022
Answer: Option D
Explanation:India has suspended all the scheduled international flight operations till January 31, 2022.
4. Haiderpur wetland located in which state has been recognized as a Ramsar site?
A.Odisha
B.Kerala
C.Bihar
D.Uttar Pradesh
Answer: Option D
Explanation:The Hyderpur Wetland adjoining the Madhya Ganga Barrage, about 10 km from Bijnor in western Uttar Pradesh, has been recognized under the Ramsar Convention
on Wetlands of 1971.
5. How many health IDs have been created by the National Health Authority?
A.100 million
B.140 million
C.110 million
D.14 million
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Health IDs creation is voluntary, and as of now, more than 140 million health IDs have been created.
6. Kashi Vishwanath corridor has been inaugurated in which city?
A.Ahmedabad
B.Ayodhya
C.Bhopal
D.Varanasi
Answer: Option D
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated phase 1 of Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
7. In which state/UT, The NITI Aayog will build 1,000 Atal Tinkering Laboratories?
A.Bihar
B.Uttarakhand
C.Gujarat
D.Jammu and Kashmir
Answer: Option D
Explanation:The NITI Aayog will build 1,000 Atal Tinkering Laboratories in Jammu and Kashmir and in which 187 Atal Tinkering Laboratories has been planned by the Niti
Aayog to establish at a few educational institutions like KVs, JNVs and private schools by the end of this financial year.
8. Who has been crowned with the Miss Universe 2021?
A.Harnaaz Sandhu
B.Lalela Lali Mswane
C.Valeria Maria
D.Nadia Ferreira
Answer: Option A
Explanation:India's Harnaaz Sandhu was crowned Miss Universe 2021 at the 70th Miss Universe Pageant in Eilat, Israel.
9. Which Indian state has reported bird flu cases and culled over 12000 ducks?
A.Kerala
B.Assam
C.Bihar
D.Tamil Nadu
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Kerala reported bird flu cases in the Alappuzha district and a total of 12,000 ducks were culled in Thakazhi gram panchayat, which has been declared as a
containment zone.
10. DRDO successfully tested extended range Pinaka at Pokhran Range at which state?
A.Punjab
B.Goa
C.Oddisa
D.Rajasthan
Answer: Option D
Explanation:India has successfully tested the extended range Pinaka (Pinaka-ER) multi-barrel rocket launcher system at Rajasthan's Pokhran Range, by Defence Research
and Development Organisation (DRDO).
11. What is Google's most searched-for personality in India in 2021?
A.Neeraj Chopra
B.Mirabai Chanu
C.Elon Musk
D.Priyanka Chopra
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Gold medallist Neeraj Chopra became the most-searched-for personality in India in 2021.
12. Which city has become the first in the world to go 100 percent paperless?
A.Abu Dhabi
B.Tokyo
C.Dubai
D.Toronto
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Dubai has become the very first government in the world to turn 100 percent paperless.
13. Who has been crowned the Formula One World Champion 2021?
A.Lewis Hamilton
B.C. Sainz Jr.
C.Max Verstappen
D.Fernando Alonso
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Max Verstappen has been crowned Formula One world champion after a dramatic season-ending at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
14. Which state govt has announced to implement Commissionerate System?
A.Maharashtra
B.MP
C.Kerala
D.UP
Answer: Option B
Explanation:The state govt of Madhya Pradesh has implemented a police Commissionerate system in Bhopal and Indore.
15. From where did Hong Kong adopt the Zero COVID Policy?
A.Indonesia
B.Russia
C.USA
D.China
Answer: Option D
Explanation:Hong Kong has heeded China's pointer in adopting a "zero-Covid strategy" that led to the most stringent quarantine and testing measures worldwide and has
kept infections low.
16. Under NIPER Bill 2021, how many additional National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research will be declared as Institutions of National Importance and
established?
A.8
B.6
C.4
D.5
Answer: Option B
Explanation:The Bill will declare six additional National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research as Institutions of National Importance and established.
17. Where was the Endangered Bryde's Whale Carcass Were Found?
A.Odisha
B.Kolkatta
C.Kerala
D.Andhra Pradesh
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Endangered Bryde's Whale Carcass Were Found Nearby The Puri Border And Ganjam Districts Of Odisha.
18. As per the Global pension report, India is ranked at which spot among 43 countries?
A.35
B.39
C.40
D.38
Answer: Option C
Explanation:The asset management company Mercer Consulting has released The Global Pension Index in October 2021 and as per the report, India's pension system was
ranked in 40th spot among 43 countries.
19. The NIPER (Amendment) Bill passed in the Parliament, seeks to accord 'institute of national importance' status to which Institue?
A.Institutes of physical education
B.Institutes of pharmaceutical education and research
C.Institutes of philosophical research
D.Institutes of petroleum research
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Parliament passed the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (Amendment) Bill.
20. What is the new national helpline against atrocities on SCs, STs?
A.10000
B.11111
C.14566
D.12345
Answer: Option C
Explanation:The toll-free number is 14566 and will be available across the country.
21. When is Geeta Jayanti observed?
A.December 12th
B.December 13th
C.December 14th
D.December 15th
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Geeta Jayanti 2021 was observed on December 14, 2021. Gita Mahotsav is an event centred around the Bhagavad Gita, when it is believed that the Bhagavad
Gita was revealed to Arjuna by Krishna in the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
22. When is PM Narendra Modi scheduled to address the National Summit on Agro and Food Processing?
A.December 14th
B.December 15th
C. December 16th
D.December 17th
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address National Summit on Agro and Food Processing on December 16, 2021. The summit will be organised as a part of
Pre-event Vibrant Gujarat Summit to be held in Anand, Gujarat from December 14- 16, 2021.
23. India has launched the second edition of water innovation challenges with the Royal Embassy of which nation?
A.Sweden
B.Denmark
C.Switzerland
D.The Netherlands
Answer: Option B
Explanation:NITI Aayog, Atal Innovation Mission and the Royal Embassy of Denmark to India together have launched the second edition of water innovation challenges on
December 13, 2021 to address the global water woes as a part of the Indo-Danish Bilateral Green Strategic partnership. The water innovation challenges aim to identify
innovative and next-gen solutions to solve proposed challenges in collaboration with corporate and public partners.
24. Which cricketer has replaced injured Rohit Sharma in India's test squad for South Africa tour?
A.Ravindra Jadeja
B.Ruturaj Gaikwad
C.Devdutt Padikkal
D.Priyank Panchal
Answer: Option D
Explanation:Priyank Panchal has replaced injured vice-captain Rohit Sharma in India's Test squad for the South Africa tour. Priyank Panchal has been a regular
performer in India's domestic circuit. He has been the captain and top scorer for the Gujarat Ranji Trophy team for several years.
25. When is National Energy Conservation Day observed?
A.December 11th
B.December 12th
C.December 13th
D.December 14th
Answer: Option D
Explanation:National Energy Conservation Day is observed across India on December 14, 2021 to raise awareness about the importance of energy conservation. The energy
conservation day seeks to spread awareness about the importance of energy efficiency and conservation.
26. Which among the following institutes has developed Bhu Parikshak device to detect soil health in 90 seconds?
A.IIT Madras
B.IIT Delhi
C.IIT Kanpur
D.IIT Bombay
Answer: Option C
Explanation:IIT Kanpur has developed a portable testing device called 'Bhu Parikshak' that can detect soil health in just 90 seconds through a mobile application.
The technology has been transferred to a start-up.
27. An earthquake of 7.6 magnitude hit which nation on December 14, 2021?
A.Indonesia
B. Australia
C.Maldives
D.Malaysia
Answer: Option A
Explanation:An earthquake of 7.6 magnitude on the Richter scale struck 95km north of Maumere in Indonesia on December 14, 2021, informed United States Geological
Survey (USGS). The earthquake reportedly struck its region of East Nusa Tenggara, according to the Reuters.
28. India has inducted how many athletes in the first list of TOPS Athletes for 2024 Paris Olympics?
A.148
B.150
C.172
D.134
Answer: Option A
Explanation:A total of 148 athletes, including 20 new inductees in seven Olympic disciplines and six Paralympic disciplines have been identified for support in the
first list of Target Olympic Podium Scheme for 2024 Paris Olympics.
29. Kashi Vishwanath corridor has been inaugurated in which city?
A. Ayodhya
B. Varanasi
C. Ahmedabad
D. Bhopal
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated phase 1 of Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on December 13, 2021.The Dham has been
constructed at a cost of around Rs 339 crores.The Prime Minister earlier offered prayers to Lord Shiva at Kashi Vishwanath temple.
30. Who was crowned the Formula One World Champion 2021?
A. C. Sainz Jr.
B. Fernando Alonso
C. Max Verstappen
D. Lewis Hamilton
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Red Bull’s Max Verstappen won his maiden F1 Drivers’ championship title by beating Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes in the season-ending Abu Dhabi GP 2021.
Mercedes bagged another World Constructor’s Championship title but were denied the double they would have wanted.Verstappen ended the season with 10 wins to
Hamilton’s eight, having also led more laps and taken more poles and podiums.
31. Who was appointed as the Brand Ambassador of Piramal Realty Company?
A. Farhan Akhtar
B. Shahid Kapoor
C. Ranbir Kapoor
D. Hrithik Roshan
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Piramal Realty, the real estate arm of Piramal Group, announced Farhan Akhtar as its new brand ambassador.In September, the company had appointed
cricketer Rahul Dravid as a brand ambassador for its portfolio of residential projects.Farhan will join Dravid to be the face for Piramal Realty’s portfolio of
projects including Piramal Mahalaxmi at Jacob Circle, Piramal Revanta in Mulund, Piramal Aranya in Byculla, Piramal Agastya in Kurla, and Piramal Vaikunth in Thane.
32. What is the new national helpline against atrocities on SCs, STs?
A. 12345
B. 10000
C. 11111
D. 14566
Answer: Option D
Explanation:The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched a National Helpline against atrocities on December 13, 2021.The complaint helpline number will
help in preventing the abomination of the members belonging to Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs).The National helpline against atrocities on SCs, STs
will ensure the execution of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
33. Which Indian has been honored with the '21st Century Icon Awards'?
A. Amit Goenka
B. Sanjay Bansal
C. Vivek Bindra
D. Rajanish Kumar
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Amit Goenka, President of ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL), was felicitated with the 21st Century Icon Awards at the House of Lords on Dec 11.
The award was received on behalf of Amit Goenka by Parul Goel, ZEE Network UK’s Business Head.The Squared Watermelon Company of London gives the 21st Century Icon
Award every year to the personalities who set an example for the world.
34. Who has been crowned Miss Universe 2021?
A. Harnaaz Sandhu
B. Lalela Lali Mswane
C. Nadia Ferreira
D. Valeria Maria
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Harnaaz Sandhu from India has made the country proud by bringing home the Miss Universe crown after a gap of 21 years after Lara Dutta had won the
prestigious beauty pageant in 2000.Harnzaaz Sandhu, the 21-years old from Punjab, was representing India at the 70th Miss Universe 2021 taking place in Israel.Miss
Universe 2021 edged out the contestants from South Africa and Paraguay to claim the Miss Universe Crown.
35. Which payment bank has been given the status of scheduled bank by RBI?
A. Fino Payment Bank
B. India Post Payment Bank
C. Paytm Payment Bank
D. Airtel Payments Bank
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Paytm Payments Bank has been given the scheduled bank status by the Reserve Bank of India.The bank has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve
Bank of India Act, 1934 and the approval will help it to bring more financial services and products.The bank supports 33.3 crore PaytmWallets and enables consumers to
make payments at over 87,000 online merchants and 2.11 crore in-store merchants.
36. Who inaugurated the exhibition on Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat?
A. Amit Shah
B. Narendra Modi
C. M Venkaiah Naidu
D. None of these
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu inaugurated an exhibition on Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat in Hyderabad on 12 December 2021.The exhibition was organized by
the Regional Outreach Bureau, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.It highlighted aspects of the paired states of Haryana and Telangana.
37. What is India's rank in the Global Health Security (GHS) Index 2021?
A. 52nd
B. 57th
C. 66th
D. 75th
Answer: Option C
Explanation:As per the Global Health Security (GHS) Index 2021, the world’s average overall GHS Index score was reduced to 38.9 (out of 100) in 2021, from a score of
40.2 in the GHS Index, 2019.India ranked 66 out of 195 countries with an overall Index score of 42.8 and along with a change of -0.8 from 2019.The United States of
America (USA) ranked 1st on the index with a score of 75.9 followed by Australia and Finland.
38. Which state government has announced the formation of a commission for the grievances of the general category?
A. Rajasthan
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. None of these
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Himachal Pradesh CM Jai Ram Thakur has announced the formation of a commission to address the grievances of the general category.It will be called
“Samanya Varg Aayog”.A Scheduled Caste Commission is already in operation in Himachal Pradesh and is chaired by former Shimla MP Virendra Kashyap.While the Commission
was abolished in Bihar, it is still functional in Madhya Pradesh.
39. Which medal has been won by Hazarika Popy in Commonwealth Championship?
A. Gold
B. Bronze
C. Silver
D. None of these
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Hazarika Popy clinched the silver medal in the women’s 59 kg category at the 2021 Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships.Hazarika lifted 84 kilograms in
the snatch and 105 kilograms in clean and jerk for a total of 189 kilograms to take the second spot on the podium.Nigeria’s Rafiatu Lawal lifted a total of 207
kilograms to win the gold medal.
40. Who has given observer status to International Solar Alliance?
A. World Bank
B. United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)
C. Moody's
D. None of these
Answer: Option B
Explanation:On December 9, 2021, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has granted Observer Status to International Solar Alliance (ISA).It is a historic
decision and ISA has become an example of positive global climate action through partnerships in order to benefit global energy growth & development.
41. Which state government holds the top sport in Total Registered Electric Vehicles (EV) in India?
A. Maharashtra
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Kerala
D. Tamil Nadu
Answer: Option B
Explanation:During the Winter Session of the Parliament, Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, informed the Rajya Sabha on the state of Electric
Vehicles (EV) in India.As per the data release, India has a total of 870,141 registered EVs, with Uttar Pradesh (UP) holding the top spot with 255,700 registered EVs.
UP is followed by Delhi (125,347), Karnataka (72,544), Bihar (58,014) and Maharashtra (52,506) in successive positions.
42. Which state government has joined hands with UNDP for employment opportunities?
A. Assam
B. Maharashtra
C. Karnataka
D. None of these
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Karnataka's Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports has entered an LoU (Letter of Understanding) with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP),
as part of the state-level initiative 'Code- Unnati'.Aim of this LoU is to improve access to entrepreneurship and employment opportunities among youth including women.
The LoU was signed in presence of CN Ashwath Narayan, Minister for Higher Education, IT/BT, and Skill Development, at Vidhana Soudha on 10th December 2021.
43. Which city has become the World’s first to go 100% paperless?
A. Dubai
B. Abu Dhabi
C. Toronto
D. Tokyo
Answer: Option A
Explanation:In the first, Dubai has become the very first government in the world to turn 100% paperless.The Crown Prince of Emirates, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin
Rashid Al Maktoum shared the news while also pointing at the savings of 1.3 million Dirham (USD 350 Million) and 14-million-manhours.All the external and internal
transactions and the procedures in Dubai Government are now 100% digital.They are now managed from a comprehensive digital government service platform.
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