1. LIC got RBI's approval to hold how much percent stake in IndusInd Bank?
A.9.99%
B.9.79%
C.9.69%
D.9.89%
Answer: Option A
Explanation:India's largest insurer Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has been allowed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to raise its holding in private
lender IndusInd Bank to 9.99 per cent from the existing 4.95 per cent.
2. National Summit on Agro & Food Processing started on which date?
A.December 12
B.December 11
C.December 15
D.December 14
Answer: Option D
Explanation:This summit is arranged as part of the "Vibrant Gujarat Summit", planned to happen in Anand, Gujarat, from December 14 to December 16.
3. India has launched the second edition of water innovation challenges with the Royal Embassy of which nation?
A.Netherlands
B.Sweden
C.Denmark
D.Switzerland
Answer: Option C
Explanation:NITI Aayog, Atal Innovation Mission and the Royal Embassy of Denmark to India together have launched the second edition of water innovation challenges to
address the global water woes as a part of the Indo-Danish Bilateral Green Strategic partnership.
4. Geeta Jayanti is being celebrated on which date?
A.December 12
B.December 14
C.December 15
D.December 13
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Geeta Jayanti 2021 has been celebrated on December 14, 2021.
5. Recently an earthquake of 7.6 magnitude hit which nation?
A.Maldives
B.Australia
C.Malaysia
D.Indonesia
Answer: Option D
Explanation:An earthquake of 7.6 magnitude on the Richter scale struck 95km north of Maumere in Indonesia informed United States Geological Survey (USGS).
6. Jhilli Dalabehera, who won a gold medal in the Commonwealth championship, is associated with which sports?
A.Shooting
B.Boxing
C.Archery
D.Weightlifting
Answer: Option D
Explanation:Indian weightlifter Jhilli Dalabehera has won the gold medal in the women's 49kg category at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Tashkent,
Uzbekistan.
7. Who has been appointed as the new head of UNICEF?
A.Tom Donilon
B.Catherine Russell
C.Tom Donilon& Henrietta Fore
D.Henrietta Fore
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has announced to appoint an assistant to U.S. President Joe Biden Catherine Russell as the next head of the U.N.
children's agency UNICEF.
8. Which Indian bank has won 2 DigiDhan Awards by MeitY?
A.ICICI
B.BOB
C.PNB
D.Karnataka Bank
Answer: Option D
Explanation:The Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has awarded Karnataka Bank with two DigiDhan awards instituted for achieving the
target with the highest percentage in BHIM-UPI transactions under the private sector bank category consecutively for two years 2019-20 and 2020-21.
9. What is GST on electric vehicles in India?
A.5%
B.10%
C.1%
D.4%
Answer: Option A
Explanation:GST on EVs is now 5% and previously 12%.
10. What is the status of "Bryde's whale", seen in the news?
A.Near Threatened
B.Least Concern
C.Endangered
D.Extinct
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Gulf of Mexico Bryde's whales have been classified as "endangered" under the Endangered Species Act.
11. Which Indian Mathematician has been honoured with the Ramanujan Prize 2021?
A.Neena Gupta
B.NeenaVerma
C.Neena Datta
D.Neena Sharma
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Indian mathematician Neena Gupta has been honoured with the Ramanujan Prize for Young Mathematicians, 2021.
12. Which country is hosting the Central Asian-India Foreign Minister's meet?
A.India
B.Saudi Arabia
C.USA
D.Kuwait
Answer: Option A
Explanation:India will also be hosting the Central Asian-India Foreign Minister's meet.
13. Which Indian state has witnessed cases of Covidengue, a combination of both COVID-19 and Dengue?
A.Gujarat
B.Telangana
C.Kerala
D.Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Telangana is currently witnessing cases of Covidengue, which occurs when a COVID-19 patient is infected with the Dengue virus.
14. Which Indian-origin woman has been made the first woman president of the Pennsylvania State University?
A.Neeli Bendapudi
B.Bina Agarwal
C.Netha Hussain
D.Lotika Sarkar
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Indian-origin professor Neeli Bendapudi has created history as the first woman and person of colour to be named as the president of America's prestigious
Pennsylvania State University, the educational institution announced.
15. Which among the following institutes has developed a BhuParikshak device to detect soil health in 90 seconds?
A.IIT Madras
B.IIT Bombay
C.IIT Kanpur
D.IIT Delhi
Answer: Option C
Explanation:IIT Kanpur has developed a portable testing device called 'BhuParikshak' that can detect soil health in just 90 seconds through a mobile application.
16. When is PM Narendra Modi scheduled to address the National Summit on Agro and Food Processing?
A.December 14
B.December 15
C.December 16
D.December 17
Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address National Summit on Agro and Food Processing on December 16, 2021.
17. Miss Universe 2021 held in which country?
A.India
B.Israel
C.UAE
D.England
Answer: Option B
Explanation:India's Harnaaz Sandhu has crowned the 70th Miss Universe 2021 which was held in Eilat, Israel.
18. National Energy Conservation Day is being celebrated on which date?
A.December 13
B.December 11
C.December 12
D.December 14
Answer: Option D
Explanation:National Energy Conservation Day is celebrated across India on December 14, 2021, to raise awareness about the importance of energy conservation.
19. India has inducted how many athletes in the first list of TOPS Athletes for 2024 Paris Olympics?
A.134
B.172
C.148
D.150
Answer: Option C
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.
20. What is India's Position in Global Health Security Index 2021?
A.66
B.67
C.64
D.65
Answer: Option A
Explanation:India ranked 66 in the Global Health Security Index 2021 with an overall Index score of 42.8.
21. When is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's death anniversary?
A. December 14th
B.December 15th
C.December 16th
D.December 17th
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 71st death anniversary on December 15, 2021. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel had passed
away on December 15, 1950 in Bombay after suffering a massive heart attack. He is called the 'unifier of India' as he had played a key role in the integration of all
princely states into the Indian Union.
22. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel held which among the following posts after India's Independence?
A.First Deputy Prime Minister
B.First Prime Minister
C.First President
D.First Vice President
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was India's first deputy Prime Minister and was popularly known as 'Iron Man of India'. He played a key role in the Indian
freedom movement, especially in unifying India post-independence.
23. When is International Tea Day 2021 observed?
A.December 12th
B. December 13th
C.December 14th
D.December 15th
Answer: Option D
Explanation:International Tea Day is observed on December 15 in India and other tea-growing nations- Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Vietnam, Indonesia, Kenya, Malawi,
Malaysia, Uganda and Tanzania. The first International Tea Day was celebrated in India in 2005. Ten years later in 2015, India proposed to expand the observance of
International Tea Day through the FAO Intergovernmental Group on Tea to support the world tea economy.
24. Who has been appointed as the new Global CEO of Chanel?
A.Leena Nair
B.Indra Nooyi
C. Reshma Shetty
D.Jayshree Ullal
Answer: Option A
Explanation:French luxury fashion house Chanel named Leena Nair, Chief Human Resources Officer of Unilever, as its new global CEO on December 14, 2021. Leena Nair’s
name is now added to the list of leaders of Indian origin who have acquired significant positions in top global firms.
25. President of India has embarked on a three-day state visit to which nation?
A.Nepal
B.Sri Lanka
C.Bangladesh
D.Russia
Answer: Option C
Explanation:President Ram Nath Kovind embarked on his three-day state visit to Bangladesh on December 15, 2021. The President will participate in Bangladesh's 50th
Victory Day celebrations at Dhaka. Bangladesh President Abdul Hamid invited President Kovind to represent India as a guest of honour at the Bangladesh Victory Day
Parade.
26. When will Prime Minister Narendra Modi lay the foundation stone of the Ganga Expressway project?
A.December 18th
B.December 17th
C.December 16th
D.December 19th
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of the Ganga Expressway project in Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh on December 18. The
expressway will connect Western Uttar Pradesh to Eastern Uttar Pradesh. It will also connect directly with the National Capital Region.
27. Which among the following Indian drug makers is developing a COVID vaccine booster shot that would be more effective against Omicron?
A.SII
B.Cipla
C.Lupin
D.Dr Reddy's Laboratories
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Serum Institute of India's CEO Adar Poonawalla said on December 14, 2021 that they are working towards developing a vaccine booster shot that is more
effective against the new Omicron COVID variant. He said that booster shots are a proven strategy to increase antibodies against COVID-19. He also informed that
vaccines for children above 3 years will be launched in the next 6 months.
28. The term of the ED Director has been extended to how many years?
A.6 years
B. 5 years
C.4 years
D.7 years
Answer: Option B
Explanation:The Parliament on December 14, 2021 passed the Central Vigilance Commission (Amendment) Bill 2021 to extend the term of Enforcement Directorate (ED)
Director to a maximum of 5 years. The bill seeks to amend the Central Vigilance Commission Act 2003. The ED Director is currently appointed for a term of two years.
29. Which new game has been included in the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games?
A. Men's Cricket
B. Kabaddi
C. Skating
D. Women's Cricket
Answer: Option D
Explanation:The first matches for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games have been announced. Women’s cricket is making its debut at the Commonwealth Games with the
T20 format.The last time cricket was played in the multi-sporting showpiece was in the 1998 edition in Kuala Lumpur.The women’s cricket T20 competition will be held
at the Edgbaston Stadium from the 29 July, with the bronze and gold medal matches taking place on 7 August.
30. “EX SHAKTI 2021” bilateral army exercise started between India and which country?
A. Australia
B. Sri Lanka
C. France
D. Nepal
Answer: Option C
Explanation:The Navies of India and France started carring out 6th edition of the biennial training exercise “EX SHAKTI 2021” from November 15 to 26, 2021 in Frejus,
France.The Indian Army will be represented by the Gorkha Rifles Infantry Battalion and France Army will be represented by troops of 21st Marine Infantry Regiment of
6th Light Armoured Brigade.The exercise will focus on Counter Terrorism operations and enhance military cooperation and inter-operability between the two Armies.
31. Which state has recently won three awards in the Tourism category?
A. Rajasthan
B. Uttarakhand
C. Haryana
D. Gujarat
Answer: Option B
Explanation:Uttarakhand has bagged three awards in the field of Tourism at the national level.The northern state has won 'Best Wildlife Destination', 'Best Spiritual
Destination' and 'Best Adventure Destination' awards.Uttarakhand's Rishikesh has emerged as the country's best 'adventure destination', while Kedarnath has become the
best ‘spiritual destination’ and Jim Corbett's best 'wildlife destination'.Goa was awarded as the runner-up for the best 'adventure tourism' category.
32. 32nd edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) was conducted in
A. Arabian Sea
B. Andaman Sea
C. Bay of Bengal
D. Red Sea
Answer: Option B
Explanation:The 32nd edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) was conducted from November 12 to 14, 2021 in the Andaman Sea.The Indian Navy was
represented by Indian Naval Ship (INS) Karmuk while the Royal Thai Navy participated with Majesty’s Thailand Ship (HTMS) Tayanchon in the three day coordinated patrol
The bi-annual CORPAT exercise is conducted between the two navies since 2005 along their International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL).
33. Which company has become a participant in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC)?
A. Hero
B. Bajaj
C. TVS
D. Maruti
Answer: Option C
Explanation:TVS Motor Company has joined United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest sustainability initiative.The company has become the first Indian two
wheeler and three-wheeler manufacturer to be a part of the UN Global Compact.The UN Global Compact is a voluntary initiative based on CEO commitments to implement
universal sustainability principles.
34. Who has been appointed as the brand ambassador and mentor of kids sportswear brand ‘PLAETO’?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Rahul Dravid
C. Rohit Sharma
D. KL Rahul
Answer: Option B
Explanation: Children’s footwear brand ‘PLAETO’ has announced the appointment of celebrated Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid as its brand ambassador and mentor.Plaeto is
India’s first D2C foot-health focused footwear brand designed specifically for Indian children.Plaeto was founded in March 2020 by Ravi Kallayil, Sara Kilgore and
Pavan Kareti.
35. Who has released a book titled ‘FORCE IN STATECRAFT’?
A. M L Khattar
B. Amit Varma
C. Dr Ajay Kumar
D. Ayaz Memon
Answer: Option C
Explanation:India’s Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar released a book titled ‘FORCE IN STATECRAFT’ on November 13, 2021 in New Delhi.The book is a compilation of essays
on topics such as counter-insurgency operations, conflict in North East, air power, nuclear posture etc. contributed by all stalwarts of the Armed Forces, who have
vast operational experience and understanding of several important cornerstones of forces and its application.
36. Who has written a new book ‘Unshackling India’?
A. Ajay Chhibber
B. Salman Anees Soz
C. Both (1) & (2)
D. None of these
Answer: Option C
Explanation:A new book on Indian economy titled “UNSHACKLING INDIA: Hard Truths and Clear Choices for Economic Revival” is set to be released on November 29, 2021.The
book has been authored by Ajay Chhibber and Salman Anees Soz.It presents a wide-ranging and thorough overview of the reforms needed for the Indian economy as well as
a definitive roadmap to make India a genuinely developed economy by 2047.
37. Which state government has approved 735 drinking water supply schemes?
A. Uttarakhand
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Rajasthan
D. Jharkhand
Answer: Option B
Explanation:On November 12, 2021, the Central Government approved 735 drinking water supply schemes of the Uttar Pradesh government to provide piped potable water in
water-stressed areas like Vindhya and Bundelkhand.These schemes will cover a population of 39 lakh in one thousand 262 villages.National Jal Jeevan Mission has already
released two thousand 400 crore rupees grant-in-aid to Uttar Pradesh during 2021-22.
38. Which state's pilgrimage site 'Bhadrachalam' was added as destination in IRCTC’s Ramayana Circuit train?
A. Telangana
B. Chhattisgarh
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Karnataka
Answer: Option A
Explanation:Bhadrachalam in Telangana has been added as a destination in the IRCTC’s Ramayana Circuit train.Union Minister for Culture and Tourism G. Kishan Reddy has
expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the inclusion of Bhadarchalam as one of the destinations in the Ramayana Circuit of the Pilgrim Special
Train.Bhadrachalam is home to Sree Sita Ramachandra Swamy temple. The aim of the Ramayana Yatra Train is to connect all the important locations of Lord Rama’s journey
during his lifetime, the inclusion of Bhadrachalam Road Station will complete the Ramayana Circuit.
39. Which state cabinet has approved the proposal to implement ‘Mathrubhumi Yojana’?
A. Uttarakhand
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Kerala
D. Karnataka
Answer: Option B
Explanation:The Uttar Pradesh cabinet approved the proposal for implementation of ‘Mathrubhumi Yojana’ to facilitate individuals or private institutions to contribute
in the development of any village.For the effective implementation of the scheme, ‘Uttar Pradesh Mathrubhumi Society’ will be set up, which will have a governing
council and empowered committee under it.The Chief Minister will be the president of the governing council and the Minister of Panchayati Raj will be its Vice
President.
40. Which ministry has launched the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' app?
A. Foreign Ministry
B. Ministry of Education
C. Ministry of Culture
D. None of these
Answer: Option C
Explanation:Minister of State for Culture and External Affairs, Meenakshi Lekhi launched the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav mobile App on 12 November 2021.It will enable
single-point access to all information related to the 75th-anniversary celebrations of India’s independence.Sections like ‘What’s New’ and ‘Weekly Highlights’ allow
the users to stay connected to all current Amrit Mahotsav celebrations.
41. Who has been appointed as the Independent Director on the Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) Board?
A. Sanjiv Mehta
B. Ritesh Tiwari
C. Ashu Suyash
D. Dev Bajpai
Answer: Option C
Explanation: Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) has appointed Ashu Suyash as an Independent Director on its board, effective on 12 November 2021.She was, until recently,
the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director at CRISIL and a member of the operating committee of S&P Global.She serves on advisory boards and committees of
several institutions like the Securities and Exchange Board of India.
42. What is the theme of the World Diabetes Day 2021?
A. Access to Diabetes Care
B. Diabetes: Nurses make the difference
C. Family and Diabetes
D. The Family and Diabetes
Answer: Option A
Explanation: World Diabetes Day is the primary global awareness campaign focusing on diabetes mellitus and is held on 14 November each year.World Diabetes Day was
launched in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization (WHO) in response to the rapid rise of diabetes around the world.
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