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A.Bangladesh
B.China
C.Nepal
D.India
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Correct Answer: D. [India]
Explanation:
India and Bhutan has signed a pact for the construction of the 600 MW Kholongchhu joint venture hydroelectric project in Bhutan
2. When was the Doctors' Day in India established?
A.1985
B.1988
C.1991
D.1995
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Correct Answer: C. [1991]
Explanation:
Doctors' Day in India was established in 1991 by the Government of India. The aim was to pay honour and respect Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. The day was chosen as it is the birth and death anniversary of Dr Bidhan
3. How many Chinese app were banned by MEITY under section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000?
A.69
B.65
C.56
D.59
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Correct Answer: D. [59]
Explanation:
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY), invoking its power under section 69A of the Information Technology Act read with the relevant provisions of the Information Technology (Procedure and Safeguards for Blocking of Access of Information by Public) Rules 2009 has decided to ban 59 apps due to their activities which are prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of state and public order.
4. Which Indian institution developed an intensive care unit (ICU) grade ventilator under the name of 'Project Praana'?
A.Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
B.AIIMS
C.IIT- Delhi
D.IIT- Guwahati
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Correct Answer: A. [Indian Institute of Science (IISc)]
Explanation:
A team of engineers at Indian Institute of Science (IISc) had developed an intensive care unit (ICU) grade ventilator under the name of 'Project Praana'. Recently, the team has successfully completed the prototyping of the ventilator, which is now in the process of being commercialised. The affordable ventilator uses only components made in India or components which are easily available in the domestic markets. The team developed the ventilator in a record 35 days.
5. Which state government has launched the world's largest plasma therapy trials "Project Platina" for COVID-19 patients?
A.Karnataka
B.Assam
C.Kerala
D.Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: D. [Maharashtra]
Explanation:
Maharashtra government has launched the world’s largest plasma therapy trials "Project Platina" for COVID-19 patients.
6. Which Bank is working on setting up e-commerce portal 'Bharat Craft' for MSMEs?
A.Bank of Baroda
B.HDFC Bank
C.IDBI Bank
D.SBI
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Correct Answer: D. [SBI]
Explanation:
State Bank of India is working on setting up an e-commerce portal for marketing of products manufactured by micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the country.
7. Which state government will launch a 'Kill Corona' campaign from July 1 to control the spread of COVID-19 in the state?
A.Punjab
B.Rajasthan
C.Madhya Pradesh
D.Odisha
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Correct Answer: C. [Madhya Pradesh]
Explanation:
The Madhya Pradesh government will launch a 'Kill Corona' campaign from July 1 to control the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
8. _________ received CogX 2020 award.
A.COVID-19 Medall
B.ACT-Accelerator
C.MyGov Corona Helpdesk
D.Aarogya Sethu App
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Correct Answer: C. [MyGov Corona Helpdesk]
Explanation:
Artificial Intelligence-enabled MyGov Corona Helpdesk received two awards at the CogX 2020 is held annually in London, the UK. CogX is a prestigious Global Leadership Summit and Festival of AI & Emerging Technology. MyGov Corona was awarded under the categories 'Best Innovation for Covid-19 – Society' and 'People's Choice Covid-19 Overall Winner'. The awards were won by JioHaptik Technologies.
9. Where does India's 1st plasma bank was inaugurated for COVID-19 treatment?
A.Chennai
B.Bengaluru
C.Mumbai
D.New Delhi
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Correct Answer: D. [New Delhi]
Explanation:
Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal launched India's first Plasma Bank for the treatment of the patients tested positive for coronavirus.The Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences(ILBS) will house the plasma bank facility which will be available to government and private hospitals.
10. What is the name of the COVID-19 health policy, framed by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDAI)?
A.Corona Kavach
B.Corona Saral
C.Corona Aarogya
D.Corona Protect
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Correct Answer: A. [Corona Kavach]
Explanation:
According to the guidelines issued by the insurance regulator, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDAI) has directed the general and health insurance companies to offer one short-term Covid-19 policy.
Named as the "Corona Kavach Policy", the standard health policy would have a tenure period of 3.5 months to 6.5 months, and 9.5 months. As per the guidelines, the mode of payment would be a single premium. Another policy called Corona Rakshak, a standard benefit policy is also to be launched.
