Daily Current Affairs Questions. July 2022 (Part 13)

 

Daily Current Affairs

Questions

July 2022 Part 13

 

Index

1.       Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam

2.       Bhils” Tribe

3.       Bonn Global Biodiversity Conclave

4.       census towns

5.       Central Consumer Protection Authority

6.       Chips to Startup (C2S) Programme

7.       Convertible note

8.       Critical Minerals

9.       Derecho

10.     Digital India Week 2022

11.     Digital India Week 2022’

12.     Direct Seeded Rice (DSR):

13.     e-BCAS project

14.     Ellorda Cup

15.     EN Sudhir

16.     Environment Protection Act, 1986

17.     Fields Medal

18.     Global Findex Report:

19.     GST revenue collection

20.     Hariyali Mahotsav

21.     IMF’s ‘Wall of former Chief Economists

22.     India’s 2nd largest crude oil supplier

23.     India’s biggest shopping festival

24.     India’s first centralized AC railway terminal

25.     India’s malnourished population

26.     Information Technology Act (IT), 2000

27.     installed wind capacity

28.     Integrated Command and Control Center

29.     Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)

30.     Kudankulam nuclear power plant

31.     Large Hadron Collider (LHC)

32.     metaverse

33.     Nairobi flies

34.     National Commission for Backward Classes

35.     National Defense University

36.     National Food Security Act 2013

37.     NATO

38.     Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC)

39.     Paritosh Tripathi

40.     Parliamentary Committee

41.     POSHAN Abhiyan

42.     Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises scheme

43.     Sagar Parikrama’ program

44.     Shri Anand Co-operative Bank

45.     State Energy and Climate Index

46.     State Food Security Index

47.     Statue of Peace

48.     Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation

49.     unemployment

50.     WTO

 

 

1.       In which city did PM Modi inaugurate Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam – Varanasi

2.       Consider the following statements regarding “Bhils” Tribe:
They are commonly referred to as Rajasthan's bowmen.
They are members of the pre-Aryan race.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2
Bhils are India's most widely dispersed tribal communities.
They are commonly referred to as Rajasthan’s bowmen. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
The term 'Bhil' is derived from the word villu or billu, which is known as Bow in the Dravidian language.
Bhils are members of the pre-Aryan race. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

3.       In which country the Bonn Global Biodiversity Conclave 2022 has been organized? Bonn, Germany.
During the conclave “Assessment on the Sustainable Use of Wild Species” report will be published at the 9th conference of “Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)”.
9th conference of IPBES is scheduled to held on July 8, 2022.

4.       Consider the following statements about the census towns:
1. Population exceeds 5,000.
2. At least 50% of the male working population is employed outside the agricultural sector.
3. Minimum population density of 400 persons per km2.
4. Census towns are governed by Urban Local Bodies.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 3 and 4 only
Answer: (B)
Census towns
Population exceeds 5,000.
At least 75% of the male working population is employed outside the agricultural sector.
Minimum population density of 400 persons per km2.
Census towns are governed by rural local bodies or Panchayats.
Statutory Towns are governed by Urban Local Bodies.

5.       At the national level, which ministry is the administrator of “Central Consumer Protection Authority”?
A Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
B Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
C Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure
D Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) recently issued guidelines to prevent false or misleading advertisements.
CCPA is a regulatory body established in 2020 based on the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
CCPA works under the administrative control of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs.
Hence, option B is correct.

6.       Consider the following statements with respect to the objectives of Chips to Startup (C2S) Programme:
1. The C2S Programme aims to train 85,000 Specialized Manpower in the area of VLSI and Embedded System Design over the course of five years.
2. Protection of intellectual property.
3. To inculcate the culture of entrepreneurship among students and researchers.
Which of the above statements are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) All of the above
Answer: (D)
 Chips to Startup (C2S) Programme
The C2S Programme aims to train 85,000 Specialized Manpower in the area of VLSI and Embedded System Design over the course of five years and leapfrog in the ESDM (Electronics System Design & Manufacturing) space.
Protection of intellectual property generated etc. and to inculcate the culture of entrepreneurship among students and researchers by way of incubating startups.
Hence, all the statements are correct.

7.       Consider the following statements regarding Convertible note: 
1. It is a way for seed investors to invest in a startup that isn't ready for valuation.
2. Convertible notes allow startups to focus on growing their business before they have to start paying back debt.
3. Startups that need pre-seed or seed funding use convertible notes to raise money before offering equity funding.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 
(d) 2 only
Answer : (C)

8.       Consider the following products:
1. Electric Vehicles
2. Solar Panels
3. Drones
4. Radio Sets
Which of the above products contain “Critical Minerals”?
A 1 and 2 only
B 2 and 3 only
C 3 only
D 1, 2, 3 and 4
Recently, India and Australia decided to strengthen their partnership in the field of projects and supply chains for critical minerals.
Critical minerals are elements that are the building blocks of essential modern-day technologies and are at risk of supply chain disruptions.
These minerals are now used everywhere from making mobile phones, and computers to batteries, electric vehicles (EV) and green technologies like solar panels and wind turbines.
Aerospace, communications and defence industries also rely on several such minerals as they are used in manufacturing fighter jets, drones, radio sets and other critical equipment.
Hence, option D is correct.

9.       Consider the following statements regarding “Derecho”?
Derecho is a cold-weather phenomenon.
It is a straight-line windstorm that results in a green sky due to light interacting with the huge amount of water they hold.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2
A Derecho is “a widespread, long-lived, straight-line windstorm” that is associated with a “band of rapidly moving showers or thunderstorms”. These result in ‘green sky’ due to light interacting with the huge amount of water they hold. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
The name comes from the Spanish word ‘la derecha’ which means ‘straight’.
Straight-line storms are those in which thunderstorm winds have no rotation unlike a tornado. These storms travel hundreds of miles and cover a vast area.
It is a warm-weather phenomenon that generally occurs in June and July. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
The big raindrops and hail scatter away all but the blue wavelengths due to which primarily blue light penetrates below the storm cloud.
This blue then combines with the red-yellow of the afternoon or the evening sun to produce green.

10.    In which state did PM Narendra Modi inaugurate Digital India Week 2022 – Gujarat

11.    In July 2022, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated ‘Digital India Week 2022’, a Digital Expo – Digital Mela, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The Digital India Week 2022 will be celebrated from 4th July to 9th July 2022 with what theme.
Catalyzing New India’s Techade
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi inaugurated ‘Digital India Week 2022’, a Digital Expo – Digital Mela, at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It is organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
i. The week will be celebrated from July 4 to July 9, 2022 with the theme of ‘Catalyzing New India’s Techade’.
ii. The PM launched ‘Digital India Bhashini’: Bhasha Daan, that will enable easy access to the internet and digital services in vernacular languages.
iii. He also launched ‘Digital India GENESIS’ to empower the digital economy and He unveiled an eBook ‘Catalyzing New India’s Techade’

12.    Consider the following statements in context of Direct Seeded Rice (DSR):
It is also known as the broadcasting seed technique.
This is a method of transplanting rice seedlings from a nursery to waterlogged fields.
It is the least efficient seed sowing method in terms of water and labour productivity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A 1 only
B 1 and 2 only
C 1 and 3 only
D 1, 2, and 3
Direct Seeded Rice (DSR)
Direct Seeded Rice (DSR), also known as the 'broadcasting seed technique,' is a water-saving method of sowing paddy. Hence statements 1 is correct.
In this method, seeds are directly drilled into the fields. In contrast to the traditional water-intensive method of transplanting rice seedlings from a nursery to waterlogged fields, this method saves groundwater. Hence statements 2 is not correct.
There is no nursery preparation or transplantation involved in this method.
Farmers have to only level their land and give one pre-sowing irrigation.
Advantages of DSR
Require less Number of Labours:
DSR can solve labour shortage problems because like the traditional method it does not require a paddy nursery and transplantation of 30 days old paddy nursery into the main puddled field.
Avenues for Groundwater:
It offers avenues for ground water recharge as it prevents the development of hard crust just beneath the plough layer due to puddled transplanting.
It matures 7-10 days earlier than the puddle transplanted crop, therefore giving more time for management of paddy straw.
Hence statements 3 is not correct.

13.    Consider the following statements regarding the launching of e-BCAS project:
1. The project discussion was initiated by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. 
2. e-BCAS, is an initiative under e-Governance for automation of internal processes.
3. It will digitize the office processes, facilitate fast approvals, and ensure ease of doing business, by technological integration across various divisions and processes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 
(d) 2 only
Answer : (C)

14.    How many medals won in India in Boxing tournament Ellorda Cup 2022 – 14

15.    Former India international athlete, EN Sudhir passed away. He was related to which of the following sports? Football

16.    Consider the following statements regarding Environment Protection Act, 1986:
1. The Act is an umbrella legislation that provides a framework for the environmental regulatory regime in India.
2. It was enacted under Article 253 of the Indian Constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (C)
It was enacted under Article 253 of the Indian Constitution which provides for the enactment of legislation for giving effect to international agreements.
The Act is an “umbrella” legislation that has provided a framework for the environmental regulatory regime in India.
It covers all major industrial and infrastructure activities and prohibits and regulates specific activities in coastal areas and eco-sensitive areas.

17.    Consider the following statements regarding “Fields Medal”?
It is conferred by the International Mathematical Union.
It is awarded to recognize outstanding achievements in the field of mathematics.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2
The Fields Medal is awarded every four years to one or more mathematicians under the age of 40.
It is awarded by the International Mathematical Union (IMU) at the International Congress in order to recognize outstanding mathematical achievement for existing work and for the promise of future achievement. Hence, both statement 1 and statement 2 are correct.
IMU is an international non-governmental and non-profit scientific organization.
The purpose of IMU is to promote international cooperation in mathematics.
The Fields Medal Committee is chosen by the Executive Committee of the International Mathematical Union and is normally chaired by the IMU President.

18.    Consider the following statements with respect to Global Findex Report:
It is released by world bank.
It used to measure people’s usability of financial services.
Most of the new account are opened by India and China.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
A 1 only
B 1 and 2 only
C 1, 2 and 3
D None of the above
The Global Findex Report 2021
Recently, the World Bank has released 'The Global Findex Report 2021'.
The Global Findex surveys over 125,000 adults in 123 economies during Covid-19 to better understand how people use formal and informal financial services and digital payment. Hence statement 1 and 2 is correct.
The account ownership worldwide increased by 50 % to reach 76 % of the global adult population.
Recent growth in account ownership has been widespread across dozens of developing economies and most of the newly account opened in India and China. Hence statement 3 is correct.
Access of Formal Banking:
Large shares of the global population without formal banking (130 million and 230 million, respectively) lives in India and China because of their size.
Women are often excluded from formal banking services because they lack official forms of identification, do not own a mobile phone or other forms of technology and have lower financial capability.
74 % of men had an account in developing countries whereas women are six points behind, accounts for 68%.

19.    How many crores of GST revenue collection reached in June 2022 – Rs 144616 crores

20.    In which city Environment Ministry organized Hariyali Mahotsav on 8th July – New Delhi

21.    Gita Gopinath became the first woman and 2nd Indian to feature on IMF’s ‘Wall of former Chief Economists’ in July 2022.. Name the 1st Indian to feature on IMF’s ‘Wall of former Chief Economists’. Raghuram Rajan
Indian-American Gita Gopinath was featured on the ‘Wall of Former Chief Economists’ of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). She became the first woman and second Indian to get this achievement.
i. The first Indian was Raghuram Rajan, who was Chief Economist and Director of Research of IMF between 2003 and 2006.
ii. In October 2018 Gita Gopinath was appointed as IMF Chief Economist by its managing director Christine Lagarde and in 2021 She was promoted as the IMF’s First Deputy Managing Director, (Appointed by IMF’s managing director Kristalina Georgieva).
Note– Gita Gopinath is the recipient of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman, the highest honour conferred on overseas Indians by the Government of India.

22.    India’s 2nd largest crude oil supplier is 
(a) Iraq
(b) Saudi Arabia 
(c) Iran 
(d) Russia 
Answer : (D)

23.    In which year Delhi will host India’s biggest shopping festival – Year 2023

24.    In which city India’s first centralized AC railway terminal has been started recently? – Bangalore

25.    According to the United Nations report, India’s malnourished population reached how many million – 224.3 million

26.    Consider the following statements in context of Information Technology Act (IT), 2000:
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is the sole authority to issue order for removal of offensive content from social media platforms.
Section 66A of the IT Act is used to remove offensive contents from social media platforms.
Which of the statements is/are given above is not correct?
A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2
The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) issued orders under Section 69 (A) of the Information Technology Act, 2000 to take down certain posts from Twitter (Microblogging Site). Hence statement 1 is not correct.
Twitter has moved to Karnataka High Court, claiming that many of the blocking orders are procedurally and substantively deficient under Section 69 (A) of the Act.
Section 69 (A) of the Information Technology Act :It confers on the Central and State governments the power to issue directions “to intercept, monitor or decrypt any information generated, transmitted, received or stored in any computer resource”.
Section 66A of the Information Technology Act, 2000 made it a punishable offence for any person to send 'grossly offensive' or 'menacing' information using a computer resource or communication device.
Shreya Singhal v. Union of India 2015
The Supreme Court struck down Section 66A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, relating to restrictions on online speech, as unconstitutional on grounds of violating the freedom of speech guaranteed under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution of India.
Hence statement 2 is not correct.

27.    Globally India ranks what in installed wind capacity.
(a) 5th
(b) 3rd
(c) 7th
(d) 4th
Answer : (D)

28.    In which city Union Minister Amit Shah has inaugurated Integrated Command and Control Center – Chandigarh

29.    In July 2022, Who signed a loan agreement for Japanese Yen (JPY) with Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve the global environment. Power Finance Corporation Limited; 30 billion
Power Finance Corporation (PFC) Limited, a state-owned and leading Non-Banking Finance Company (NBFC) in the Indian power sector signed a loan agreement for Japanese Yen (JPY) 30 billion with Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC).
JBIC has provided the loan under the initiative, ‘Global action for Reconciling Economic growth and Environmental preservation’ (GREEN).
About Power Finance Corporation (PFC) Limited:
Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) – Ravinder Singh Dhillon
Establishment – 1986
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi

30.    In which state Russia signed agreement to set up Kudankulam nuclear power plant – Tamil Nadu

31.    Consider the following statements regarding the “The European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN)?
CERN operates Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and is situated on the French-Swiss border.
LHC led to the discovery of God’s particle, Higgs Boson.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2
European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) is the world’s largest nuclear and particle physics laboratory and best known as operator of the Large Hadron Collider, which found the elusive God’s particle, Higgs boson in 2012. Hence, statement 1 and statement 2 are correct.
CERN is based in Geneva on the French-Swiss border. It has 22 member states. India in 2016 became an associate member of the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN).
India’s association with CERN goes back decades with an active involvement in the construction of the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), in the areas of design, development and supply of hardware accelerator components/systems and its commissioning and software development and deployment in the machine.
India was inducted as an ‘Observer’ at CERN in 2004. Its upgrade as associate member allows Indian companies to bid for lucrative engineering contracts and Indians can apply for staff positions at the organisation.

32.    Consider the following statements in contest of metaverse:
The term metaverse was coined by Neal Stephenson.
It is like an imagined 3D virtual world, with ever-evolving aspects of its inhabitants with real-time events and an online infrastructure.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2
The metaverse is not a new idea, science fiction writer Neal Stephenson coined the term in 1992. Hence statement 1 is correct.
Metaverse is the next version of the Internet focused on social connection.
It can be defined as a simulated digital environment that uses Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and blockchain, along with concepts from social media, to create spaces for rich user interaction mimicking the real world.
It can be imagined as a 3D virtual world, with ever-evolving aspects which are collectively shared by its inhabitants - a virtual world with real-time events and an online infrastructure. Hence statement 2 is correct.
In theory, it encapsulates everything that’s happening into the real world and will bring real-time events and updates going forward. The user exists in a virtual world without borders.

33.    Consider the following statements: 
1.Nairobi flies are small, beetle-like insects, a species of insect native toEast Africa.
2. It belongs to two species- Paederus eximius and Paederus sabaeus.
3. They thrive in areas with high rainfall, and are attracted by bright light.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 
(d) 2 only
Answer : (C)

34.    Consider the following statements about National Commission for Backward Classes:
1. The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) was an outcome of the First Backward Classes Commission of 1955.
2. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
3. It has the authority to examine complaints and welfare measures regarding socially and educationally backward classes.
Which of the above statements is/are not correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 2 and 3 only
Answer: (C)
The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) was an outcome of the Indra Sawhney case (Mandal Commission)of 1992.
It is now a constitutional body under Art 338 B added by CA Act 102nd,2018.
It has the authority to examine complaints and welfare measures regarding socially and educationally backward classes.

35.    In which city National Defense University set up Remote Pilot Training Center to impart drone flying skills – Gandhinagar

36.    Consider the following statements regarding entitlements under National Food Security Act 2013:
1. Priority households category is entitled to 5 kg per person per month.
2. As per the Act, it is mandatory to provide eggs to children until age of 14 years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (A)
The Act entitles 35 kg of food grains per AAY Household per month.
The inter-ministerial committee has sought a legal mandate for the inclusion of protein-rich foods such as eggs, nuts and legumes in nutritional schemes at the school and Anganwadi levels.
Those who do not consume eggs may be provided double the proposed quantity of nuts and seeds.

37.    30 NATO allies signed the accession protocol for Sweden and which country – Finland

38.    Consider the following statements about Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
1. In the platform centric model, Buyers and sellers have to be on the same app for a transaction that happens through the same platform.
2. ONDC will act as a neutral platform that will allow products and services from all registered e-commerce businesses and platforms to be displayed together.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (C)
In platform centric model, buyers and sellers have to be on the same app for a transaction which happens through the same platform.
Sellers enlist themselves on websites like Flipkart, Amazon etc. to be able to sell their products and Buyers log into these websites to be able to make a purchase.
The database of buyers and sellers is exclusive to these platforms.
ONDC is a freely accessible online system for traders and consumers and it is critical because the government intends to dismantle the digital monopolies and duopolies of giant tech companies such as Amazon, Flipkart, Zomato and others.

39.    In July 2022, Paritosh Tripathi was appointed as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of which general insurance company? SBI General Insurance
State Bank of India (SBI) General Insurance appointed Paritosh Tripathi as Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from 5 July 2022. He succeeded Prakash Chandra Kandpal, who was appointed as Deputy Managing Director (DMD)-(P&RE) at the Corporate Center, SBI.
i. From 2017 to 2020, he was head of bancassurance, firstly with SBI Mutual Fund and then with SBI General Insurance. He was also the CEO of SBI DIFC (Dubai International Financial Center) branch in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
About State Bank of India (SBI) General Insurance:
Headquarters- Mumbai, Maharashtra
Founded-2009

40.    Consider the following statements regarding “Parliamentary Committee”:
Parliamentary committees drew members from Lok Sabha only.
The Estimates Committee is classified as Financial Committee.
Which of the above statements is/are not correct?
A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2
Parliamentary Committees drew members from both Houses roughly in proportion to the strength of the political parties in the respective Houses. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
The three financial committees are the Public Accounts Committee, the Estimates Committee and the Committee on Public Undertakings. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

41.    Consider the following statements regarding POSHAN Abhiyan:
1. It is the Ministry of Woman and Child Development’s flagship program to improve nutritional outcomes for children, adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.
2. It aims to ensure the attainment of a malnutrition-free India by 2030.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (A)
POSHAN (Prime Minister’s Overarching Scheme for Holistic Nutrition) Abhiyaan is MWCD’s flagship program to improve nutritional outcomes for children, adolescent girls, pregnant women, and lactating mothers.
It aims to ensure the attainment of a malnutrition-free India by 2022.

42.    How much financial support is given to each member of the Self-Help Group (SHG) under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises scheme? Rs. 40,000

43.    In which state ‘Sagar Parikrama’ program 2022 has been inaugurated by Union Minister Purushom Rupala? – Gujarat

44.    In July 2022, the RBI cancelled the licence of which co-operative bank due to a lack of capital? Shri Anand Co-operative Bank
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the licence of Shri Anand Co-operative Bank Limited, Chinchwad, Pune, Maharashtra as the lender does not have enough capital to pay present depositors in full.
i. The bank ceases to carry on banking businesses including acceptance of deposits and repayment of deposits as defined in section 5(b) read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, with effect from 7th July 2022.

45.    Consider the following statements about the State Energy and Climate Index:
1. It is released by NITI Ayog.
2. Kerala has topped State Energy and Climate Index-Round 1 among larger states, followed by Gujrat and Punjab.
3. Among union territories, Delhi has topped the index.
4. Gujarat was the best performer in discom performance parameter among larger states.
Which of the above statements given above are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1 and 4 only
Answer: (A)
State Energy and Climate Index by NITI AYOG
According to the government think tank’s report, Gujarat has topped State Energy and Climate Index-Round 1 among larger states, followed by Kerala and Punjab.
States like Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand were placed at the bottom.
Among the smaller states, Goa topped the Aayog’s index, followed by Tripura and Manipur.
Among union territories (UTs), Chandigarh topped the index, followed by Delhi and Daman & Diu/Dadra & Nagar Haveli (D&D and D&N).
Punjab was the best performer in discom performance parameter among larger states, while Kerala emerged as the top performer in access, affordability and reliability category among larger states.
Likewise, Haryana was the best performer when it comes to clean energy initiatives among larger states, while Tamil Nadu emerged as top performer in the energy efficiency category.
The index is based on 2019-20 data.

46.    In the recently released State Food Security Index, which is the highest ranking state among major states this year – Tamil Nadu

47.    Amit Shah unveils the statue of Swami Ramanujacharya “Statue of Peace” in Which city – Srinagar

48.    India’s first Autonomous Navigation facility TiHAN has been inaugurated in which institute? Hyderabad
Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, Jitendra Singh inaugurated India’s first Autonomous Navigation facility called TiHAN (Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation )at the campus of IIT Hyderabad on July 4, 2022. The navigation facility has been developed with an outlay of Rs. 130 crores.

49.    According to CMIE, which state of India has the highest unemployment – Haryana

50.    Consider the following statements regarding WTO
1. WTO was created along with WB and IMF.
2. It is also regarded as one of the Bretton Woods institutions.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 & 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (D)
WTO was created in 1995 pursuant to the Marrakesh Agreement (1994).
WB and IMF are known as Bretton Woods Institutions.