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| 1401. |
What is the theme of BioAsia 2020? |
| Answer» Telangana is all set to host the three-day Bio Asia 2020, Asia's largest Biotechnology and Life Sciences Forum with the theme of 'Today for Tomorrow' from February 17 in Hyderabad. | |
| 1402. |
How much did Airtel pay to the government towards AGR dues? |
| Answer» After Supreme Court rap and the government's stringent deadline, Bharti Airtel on February 17 said it has paid 10,000 crore to the telecom department towards statutory dues. The company said it will make payment of the balance amount after self-assessment exercise. | |
| 1403. |
All India Conference of the Central Administrative Tribunal was recently held in which city? |
| Answer» The annual All India Conference of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) was held in New Delhi on 16 February 2020. The Conference was presided over by the Union Minister for Law & Justice Ravi Shankar Prasad. | |
| 1404. |
Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Memorial Centre has recently been inaugurated at which place? |
| Answer» PM Modi unveiled a 63-feet tall statue of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya. The 'panchaloha' statue is the tallest statue of the leader in the country, which has been created by over 200 artisans over a year. He also dedicated Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Memorial Centre to the nation which he inaugurated in Varanasi. | |
| 1405. |
BioAsia 2020 is being held in which city? |
| Answer» Telangana is all set to host the three-day Bio Asia 2020, Asia's largest Biotechnology and Life Sciences Forum with the theme of 'Today for Tomorrow' from February 17 in Hyderabad. | |
| 1406. |
How many Jyotirling pilgrim centres will be connected by IRCTC's latest Kashi Mahakal Express? |
| Answer» Modi flagged off the third IRCTC operated train Kashi Mahakal Express via video conferencing from Varanasi, where he is all set to launch 36 projects worth Rs 1,057 crore. The new Kashi Mahakal Express will connect three places -- Jyotirlinga-Omkareshwar (near Indore in Madhya Pradesh), Mahakaleshwar (Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh) and Kashi Vishwanath (Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh). | |
| 1407. |
Soil health card Scheme will complete ________ as on 19 February? |
| Answer» Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare reported that so far 6954 villages have been identified by the States/UTs in which against the target of 26.83 lakh samples, 20.18 lakh samples have been collected, 14.65 lakh samples have been analyzed and 13.54 lakh cards have been distributed to farmers. The Soil health card scheme completes 5 years on 19 February 2019. | |
| 1408. |
Moody's Investors Service cuts India's growth forecast to ________for 2020 from 6.6% earlier in its update on Global Macro Outlook? |
| Answer» Moody's cuts India growth projection to 5.4 percent for 2020. In its update on Global Macro Outlook, Moody's said India's economy has decelerated rapidly over the last two years and expects economic recovery to begin in the current quarter. | |
| 1409. |
According to the World Population Review, India's economy was ______ largest in the world in 2019? |
| Answer» India has overtaken the UK and France in 2019 to become the fifth largest economy in the world, a US-based think tank, World Population Review Reported. India's economy is the fifth largest in the world with a GDP of USD 2.94 trillion, overtaking the UK and France in 2019 to take the fifth spot. | |
| 1410. |
Which city's police has joined hands with Uber to launch Himmat Plus app for safety of people travelling in cabs? |
| Answer» To ensure safety and security of people travelling in cabs, the Delhi Police along with Uber on February 17 has launched the Himmat Plus app at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport. | |
| 1411. |
What is the estimate of India and Russia defence deals that held during Defexpo 2020? |
| Answer» Defence deals between India and Russia are to cross $16 billion. The information was passed by the Russian embassy. Also, Russia has reaffirmed the timely implementation of contracts, including the supply of S-400 air defence systems and the production of Kamov helicopters and Kalashnikov rifles. | |
| 1412. |
Wings India 2020, an International conference and exhibition on the Civil Aviation sector, has begun in which city? |
| Answer» Wings India 2020, an International conference and exhibition on the Civil Aviation sector, has begun in Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad, India. The conference will be held from 12-15 March 2020. | |
| 1413. |
Sixth International Day of Yoga (IDY) on 21 June 2020 is to be held in which city? |
| Answer» Leh is to host the main national event for the sixth International Day of Yoga (IDY) on 21 June 2020. The events on the day will be led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This was announced by the Union Minister of AYUSH Shripad Naik. | |
| 1414. |
GoI is to invoke provisions of Section 2 of the Epidemic Diseases Act in order to limit the spread of the outbreak. When was the act passed? |
| Answer» GoI is to invoke provisions of Section 2 of the Epidemic Diseases Act 1897. The 123-year old Law is to be invoked in order to limit the spread of the outbreak. The announcement comes after WHO declaring COVID-19 as GLOBAL PANDEMIC. The 1897 law was invoked earlier during the bubonic plague in the then Bombay state. | |
| 1415. |
Jampore Sea Front Road and Ayushman Bharat Wellness Centre have recently been inaugurated in which city? |
| Answer» President Ram Nath Kovind laid the foundation stone and inaugurated various developmental projects of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu at a function.The President also inaugurated the Jampore Sea Front Road from Moti Daman Jetty to Jampore Beach and an Ayushman Bharat wellness center in Daman. | |
| 1416. |
Government is planning to facilitate the doubling of Milk Processing capacity from 53.5 million metric ton to 108 million metric ton by which year? |
| Answer» Government is planning to facilitate the doubling of Milk Processing capacity from 53.5 million MT to 108 million MT by 2025. In the last 5 years, milk production is growing to 6.4% in India. It has increased from 146.3 million MT in 2014-15 to 187.7 million MT in 2018-19. | |
| 1417. |
Which edition of Berlin International Film Festival is to start in Berlin soon? |
| Answer» The Union Minister of External Affairs Dr. S Jaishankar to inaugurate Indian Pavilion at 70th Berlin International Film Festival. The festival will be held from 20 February to 1 March 2020 in Berlin, Germany. 70th Berlin International Film Festival: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, in collaboration with Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is participating at the 70th Berlin International Film Festival. | |
| 1418. |
Who inaugurated the 4th National Conference on Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana in Udaipur? |
| Answer» Secretary of Agriculture Farmers Welfare (FW) Sanjay Agarwal inaugurated the 4th National Conference on Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana in Udaipur, Rajasthan on 17 February. The conference was held from 17-18 February.The conference was aimed to create awareness at the grassroots about the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. | |
| 1419. |
India will stop the import of thermal coal from which financial year? |
| Answer» Union Minister of Coal and Mines Pralhad Joshi chaired Chintan Shivir, a two-day brainstorming session at Kevadia in Gujarat on 17-18 February. The Minister announced that India will stop importing thermal coal from Financial Year 2023-24. | |
| 1420. |
Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses has been renamed after which person? |
| Answer» The Government has announced that it is to rename the Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA) as "Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses". The move is to honour the commitment and legacy of late Manohar Parrikar. The institution will align the vision and aspiration of the premier defence Institute with the contribution of the former Defence Minister and Padma Bhushan awardee Manohar Parrikar. | |
| 1421. |
Lithium reserves of 14,100 tonnes have been found in which city? |
| Answer» Researchers at the Atomic Minerals Directorate has estimated lithium reserves of 14,100 tonnes in a patch of land surveyed in Mandya, Bengaluru. Lithium is a rare metal and is critical for manufacturing batteries for electric vehicles. | |
| 1422. |
Kala Kumbh - Handicrafts Thematic Exhibition is being held at which place? |
| Answer» Kala Kumbh - Handicrafts Thematic Exhibition was held in various parts of the country through the Office of Development Commissioner (Handicrafts). The aim of the exhibition is to promote Geographical Indication (GI) crafts and heritage of India. The exhibition will be held from 14-23 February 2020 at Bengaluru and Mumbai. | |
| 1423. |
Who laid the foundation stone for a 50-metre-high lighthouse at Dhanushkodi, Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu? |
| Answer» Minister of State (independent charge) for shipping Mansukh Laxman Mandaviya laid the foundation stone for a 50-metre-high lighthouse at Dhanushkodi near Rameswaram in Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu. The new lighthouse at Dhanushkodi will be the 5th lighthouse in the district after Pasipattinam, Olakuda, Pamban, and Keelakarai. The lighthouse will guide fishermen and vessels and will be a tourist attraction place. | |
| 1424. |
How much funds have been allocated by Uttar Pradesh for the Noida international airport? |
| Answer» The Uttar Pradesh state government has allocated Rs.2,000 crore for the Noida international airport that is being set up at Jewar. The allocation was announced in the state budget. | |
| 1425. |
According to State of India's Birds 2020 report, how much percent of the bird species are on a decline? |
| Answer» State of India's Birds 2020 reported that 79% of the bird species are on a decline in the last five years. The report was released at the 13th Conference of Parties (COP-13) of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) which is hosted in India. | |
| 1426. |
The cabinet approved the Phase II of the Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen till which year? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet led by PM Narendra Modi approved the Phase II of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) (SBM (G)) till 2024-25. The scheme will focus on Open Defecation Free Plus (ODF Plus), which includes ODF sustainability and Solid and Liquid Waste Management (SLWM). The program will ensure that no one is left behind and everyone uses a toilet. It aims to help rural India can effectively handle the challenge of solid and liquid waste management. | |
| 1427. |
Which ministry inaugurated function to celebrate 16th Foundation of Day of NCST? |
| Answer» Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Arjun Munda inaugurated the function to celebrate the "16th Foundation of Day of National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST)". It was organized by National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) on 19 February. | |
| 1428. |
Which institute has recently launched the Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship program? |
| Answer» Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) launched the Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship (MGNF) program in collaboration with the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), GoI, and State Skill Development Missions (SSDMs). There are over 75 students in the first batch of the program. The batch has 44% women candidates. | |
| 1429. |
Hans Raj Bhardwaj, who recently died at 83 was a former leader of which political party? |
| Answer» Former Law minister and senior Congress leader Hans Raj Bhardwaj died after a cardiac arrest at a hospital. He was 83.Bhardwaj, who had also served as the governor of Kerala and Karnataka, breathed his last at the Max Hospital, Saket, where he was admitted due to kidney-related issues. | |
| 1430. |
Oil prices plunged by ______ after the OPEC plus meeting fails to make a deal? |
| Answer» Oil prices plunged by 20% after the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries' (OPEC) failure to make a deal with its allies regarding production cuts. The meeting OPEC+ that was held between OPEC and its allies concluded with no deal on additional production cuts. | |
| 1431. |
The government is to make Sanitary pad disposal bags mandatory from? |
| Answer» The Centre is to make it mandatory for the sanitary napkin companies to provide bio-degradable disposal bags from January 2021. The information was announced by the Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Prakash Javadekar at an International Women's Day event in Pune on 8 March. | |
| 1432. |
Who has been appointed the chairman of Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority? |
| Answer» Supratim Bandyopadhyay was appointed as chairman of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority, the regulator for promotion and development of an organised pension system to serve the old age income needs of people on a sustainable basis. The name of Bandyopadhyay was cleared by the Appointments Committee of Cabinet. | |
| 1433. |
How many sportspersons have been selected for Maharashtra government's Shiv Chhatrapati Award for 2018-19? |
| Answer» Maharashtra sports minister Sunil Kedar announced the names of 48 sportspersons who will be conferred with the Shiv Chhatrapati Award for 2018-19. The minister declared the names of 23 sportsmen and 25 women athletes who will bag the award in a ceremony on February 22. | |
| 1434. |
Government is to set up ________ new farmer produce organizations by 2024? |
| Answer» The government has approved setting up of 10,000 new farmer produce organizations (FPOs) by 2024 with budgetary support of nearly Rs 4,500 crore as part of its efforts to cut production cost and boost income of farming community. | |
| 1435. |
Bain and Co. with which company has released a report called 'Women Entrepreneurship in India-Powering the economy with her'? |
| Answer» Women entrepreneurs in India can generate 150-170 million jobs by 2030, which is more than 25% of the new jobs required for the entire working-age population, according to a joint report released by Bain and Co. and Google titled Women Entrepreneurship in India-Powering the economy with her. | |
| 1436. |
A unique exhibition on India's ancient food history "Historical Gastronomica-The Indus Dining Experience" is being organized in which city? |
| Answer» The National Museum is to host a unique exhibition on India's ancient food history "Historical Gastronomica-The Indus Dining Experience" that dates back to more than 5000 years ago. The exhibition will be held from 19-25 February 2020 in New Delhi. | |
| 1437. |
Who has been named EY Entrepreneur of Year 2019? |
| Answer» Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, chairperson and managing director, Biocon, was named the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 at the 21st edition of the awards. She will now represent India at the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year Award (WEOY) in Monte Carlo between June 4 and 6. | |
| 1438. |
Which ministry recently launched a National Level Awareness Programme 2020? |
| Answer» The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) launched a National Level Awareness Programme (NLAP) 2020 from 17-28 February 2020. The main objective of NLAP is to spread awareness about the schemes and activities undertaken by the Ministry of MSME and its attached organizations including Office of Development Commissioner (MSME), MSME Technology Centres, Khadi & Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Coir Board, National Small Industries Corporation Limited, National Institute of MSME, and Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Rural Industrialization. | |
| 1439. |
Which edition of Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad is being organised in New Delhi? |
| Answer» 10th edition of Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad (Indian Student Parliament) is being organised in New Delhi on February 20-23. | |
| 1440. |
The third edition of the Chitra Bharati Film Festival is to begin in which city? |
| Answer» The third edition of the Chitra Bharati Film Festival (CBFF) began at Gujarat University in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The three-day festival was inaugurated by the Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and Bollywood filmmaker Subhash Ghai. The aim of the film festival is to establish a Bharatiya narrative in Indian cinema. | |
| 1441. |
Who inaugurated the National Organic Food Festival? |
| Answer» Union Minister of Food Processing Industries (FPI) Harsimrat Kaur Badal and Union Minister of Women and Child Development Smriti Irani jointly inaugurated National Organic Food Festival on 21 February in New Delhi. The festival is organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI). The three-day festival aims to strengthen the organic market and encourage women entrepreneurs engaged in the manufacturing of organic produce. | |
| 1442. |
As per UN report, what is India's rank in Sustainability Index? |
| Answer» India was ranked 77th while Burundi was first on Sustainability Index that takes into account per capita carbon emissions and ability of children in a nation to live healthy lives. | |
| 1443. |
The mega event Namaste Trump is to be held at which place? |
| Answer» The mega event Namaste Trump is to be held at cricket stadium Sardar Patel Stadium, also known as Motera Stadium, in Ahmedabad on 24 February 2020.The Donald Trump Nagarik Abhivadan Samiti (Citizen Felicitation Committee for Donald Trump) will organize the high-profile public event which will feature cultural performances. | |
| 1444. |
Who inaugurated 2nd Edition of Exhibition and Conference on Agri-technology and Innovation? |
| Answer» Vice President of India M. Venkaiah Naidu inaugurated the 2nd Edition of Exhibition and Conference on Agri-technology & Innovation at Prof. Jayashankar Telangana State Agriculture University in Hyderabad on 22 February 2020. | |
| 1445. |
Who laid the foundation stone of new Army Headquarters 'Thal Sena Bhawan'? |
| Answer» Defence Minister Rajnath Singh laid the foundation stone for construction of a new Army headquarter building in Delhi Cantonment. Christened 'Thal Sena Bhawan', the complex will be spread over nearly 39 acres. | |
| 1446. |
International Judicial Conference was held in which city? |
| Answer» International Judicial Conference was held in New Delhi on 22 February. The conference was addressed by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The topic of the one-day conference is "Judiciary and The Changing World". Also, the theme of 'Gender Just World' was introduced at the conference. | |
| 1447. |
4th edition of 'The Huddle' - annual thought conclave of the Hindu was organized in which city? |
| Answer» President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurated the fourth edition of The Huddle, The Hindu's annual thought conclave, at the ITC Gardenia in Bengaluru. The keynote address will be delivered by the former Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Ranil Wickremesinghe. | |
| 1448. |
How many advisors have recently been appointed to PM Narendra Modi? |
| Answer» Retired IAS officers Bhaskar Khulbe and Amarjeet Sinha has appointed as Advisors to Prime Minister Narendra Modi 21 February 2020. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointments in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) in the rank and scale of Secretary. The appointments were made on a contractual basis initially for a period of two years, or until further orders. | |
| 1449. |
India's first floating jetty has been inaugurated in which city? |
| Answer» Country's first floating jetty inaugurated in Panaji, Goa on the banks of Mandovi river by Union Minister of State for Shipping Mansukh Mandaviya. | |
| 1450. |
Which institute is to set up a centre for research and education in data science? |
| Answer» The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Palakkad, is to set up a Centre for Research and Education in Data Science (CREDS) on its campus at Kanjikode, Kerala. CREDS will be established with an aim to provide quality education and research. It also aims to develop data science and artificial intelligence (AI). | |