1. India recently signed a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA) with which country?

A. Maldives

B. Sri Lanka

C. Mauritius

D. Vietnam

Why In News- India signed a landmark Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA) with Mauritius It is for making the strategically-located country a launch-pad for business expansion into the huge African continent.

This agreement is India's first-such agreement with an African country. The CECPA will encourage Indian entrepreneurs to invest both in Mauritius and across the region, thus helping the ambition of the country to become a strategic regional economic hub and a centre of excellence.

Mauritius: Capital: Port Louis, Currency: Mauritian rupee, Prime minister: Pravind Jugnauth.

2. India’s first Digital University will be open in which state? A. Andhra Pradesh

B. Karnataka

C. Kerala

D. Tamil Nadu

Why In News- The state government of Kerala, on the line of its Digital Transformation Initiatives announced in Budget 2021, has launched India’s first Digital University.

Kerala University of Digital Sciences, Innovation and Technology (KUDSIT) at Mangalapuram in Thiruvananthapuram. The Governor of Kerala, Arif Mohammed Khan inaugurated the KUDSIT through videoconferencing.

CM: Pinarai Vijayan. Note: The state government of Kerala has sanctioned Rs. 9 crores to build ‘smart anganwadis’, by converting the conventional anganwadis into “smart” structures with better amenities.

3. Which state is going to host the 2nd Edition of Khelo India University Games (KIUG) in 2021? A. Kerala

B. Karnataka

C. Andhra Pradesh

D. Tamil Nadu

Why In News- Karnataka is set to host the 2nd Edition of Khelo India University Games (KIUG) in 2021.

The games will be hosted in Jain University, Bengaluru and other venues in Karnataka in collaboration with Association of Indian Universities (AIU). KIUG is the largest University level sports competition in India. The KIUG 2021 will see the addition of 2 new native sports namely ‘Yogasana’ & ‘Mallakhamb’ in the medal events. The games will be conducted in the U-25 age category in accordance with the World University Games norms.

The first edition of KIUG was held in Bhubaneswar in February 2020.

4. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the virtual Maritime India Summit (MIS) 2021, in which Indian city?

A. Hyderabad

B. Mumbai

C. Chennai

D. Vishakhapatnam

Why In News- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the virtual Maritime India Summit (MIS) 2021, from March 2 to 4, 2021 in Chennai.

The ‘Maritime India Summit 2021’ is the flagship initiative of the Union Ministry of State for Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Government of India. FICCI is the industry partner for the summit. The theme of the event is “Exploring the potential business opportunities in the Indian Maritime sector and making Aatmanirbhar Bharat”.

The objective of the Summit is to promote both domestic and international investment in the Indian Ports and Maritime sector.

5. Central Excise Day is celebrated every year on which date? A. 20th Feb

B. 22nd Feb

C. 23rd Feb

D. 24th Feb

Why In News- Central Excise Day is celebrated every year on February 24 across India. The day is being celebrated to honour the service of the Central Board of Excise and Custom (CBEC) to the country.

The day is celebrated to honour the officers associated with CBEC and their services. The day is celebrated to commemorate the legislation of the Central Excise and Salt act on 24 February 1944.

Central Board of Excise and Custom: Founded: 1 January 1964, HQ: New Delhi, Chairman: M. Ajit Kumar.

6. Which Indian bank was awarded “Best Service Provider” in Human Resources at the 29th Global HRD Congress awards?

A. SBI

B. HDFC

C. Union Bank

D. Axis Bank

Why In News- Union Bank of India was awarded “Best Service Provider” in Human Resources and also the best institution for “Excellence in Learning & Development” at the 29th Global HRD Congress awards.

Kalyan Kumar, Chief General Manager, HR was named as “Chief Human Resources Officer of the Year”. Global HRD Congress Awards are given to institutions annually for the best HR practices under different categories. The eminent jury which consists of the best in the industry will select the organizations taking into account their remarkable achievements in HR.

Union Bank of India Founded: 11 November 1919, Headquarters: Mumbai, CEO: Rajkiran Rai G.

7. Who has roped in Punjabi singer-rapper “Viruss” in it’s public awareness campaign?

A. RBI

B. SEBI

C. IRDAI

D. IFSCA

Why In News- The RBI has roped in Punjabi singer-rapper Viruss in it’s public awareness campaign. The campaign also includes Viruss’ popular 2017 Indie hit ‘Bam Bhole’ that was recreated for Akshay Kumar-Kiara Advani starrer Laxmii.

The apex bank that has been very active on social media since the lockdown urges tech-savvy netizens to stay alert or ‘satark’ against common fraudsters and cybersecurity threats, including in UPI. The RBI has been running the campaign ‘RBI Kehta Hai’ on social media accounts since 2016 but has never been accompanied by peppy music.

It was established on 1st April 1935 in Kolkata under the RBI Act 1934. HQ: Mumbai, Governor: Shaktikant Das (25th). 1st Governor- Osborne Smith, 1st Indian Governor- C. D. Deshmukh. Note: RBI has brought the State Bank of Sikkim under its regulation.

8. Who was posthumously awarded for ‘Critics Best Actor’ during Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival awards 2021?

A. Sushant Singh Rajput

B. Om Puri

C. Rishi Kapur

D. Irfan Khan

AWhy In News- The prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival awards 2021 were announced, to honour the best in Indian cinema, television, music, and OTT.

Late actor Sushant Singh Rajput was posthumously awarded ‘Critics Best Actor’ for his performance in Dil Bechara. Best Actor (Female): Deepika Padukone, Chhapaak. Best Actor (Male): Akshay Kumar, Laxmii.

The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival is a unique platform to honour and encourage the most creative Artists, Creators, filmmakers, and to infuse life into their career. Note: Actor Kay Kay Menon has been felicitated with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the Most Versatile Actor.

9. Which is the 1st foreign team to play a test cricket in Motera Stadium? A. New Zealand

B. Australia

C. South Africa

D. England

Why In News- The biggest cricket stadium in the world will hold its first international match, with the newly renovated Sardar Patel Stadium to host the 3rd Test between India and England.

Both India and England had a forgettable outing in their last pink-ball outings. The stadium is also known as Motera Stadium, the venue in Ahmedabad was first opened in the early 1980s but has recently been rebuilt and now has a seating capacity of 110,000. Motera currently is the biggest cricket stadium in the world in terms of capacity. The last time when India played a cricket match at Motera was way back in 2014.

10. The Central Government has approved 8 toy manufacturing clusters at a cost of? A. 2100 Cr.

B. 2200 Cr.

C. 2300 Cr.

D. 2400 Cr.

Why In News- The Central Government has approved 8 toy manufacturing clusters at a cost of Rs 2,300 crore. 3 clusters in Madhya Pradesh, 2 in Rajasthan, and 1 each in Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.

This decision has been taken on the lines of “National Action Plan for Indian Toy Story” that seeks to reduce import dependence of toys which was around $1.5 billion in FY2020 of which 90% of imports was from China and Taiwan. In this regard, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) will develop toy clusters

11. The Government of India and World Bank has signed a $68 million project to enhance the governance of schools across which Indian state?

A. Mizoram

B. Manipur

C. Nagaland

D. Tripura

Why In News- The Government of India, Government of Nagaland and the World Bank has signed a $68 million project to enhance the governance of schools across Nagaland as well as to improve teaching practices and learning environments in select schools.

The “Nagaland: Enhancing Classroom Teaching and Resources Project” will improve classroom instruction; create opportunities for the professional development of teachers; and build technology systems to provide students and teachers.

World Bank: Founded: July 1944, Headquarters: Washington, D.C., President: David Malpass. Note: Govt of India, Chhattisgarh & World Bank inks pact for CHIRAAG project to support nutrition-rich agriculture.

12. Which state has brought an ordinance, giving co-ownership rights to women in their husband's ancestral property?

A. UP

B. Uttrakhand

C. MP

D. Punjab

Why In News- The Uttarakhand government has brought an ordinance giving co-ownership rights to women in their husband's ancestral property.

Uttrakhand became 1st state to give ownership rights to women. The ordinance aims to provide economic independence to women who are left behind and have to depend on agriculture to sustain themselves.

Uttrakhand: Capitals: Dehradun (Winter), Gairsain (Summer), Chief minister: Trivendra Singh Rawat, Governor: Baby Rani Maurya.

13. Who has been appointed as the first Director of AIIMS Jammu? A. Randeep Guleria

B. Srikant Mishra

C. Shakti Gupta

D. Bhagat Shah

Why In News- Dr Shakti Gupta has appointed as the first Director of AIIMS Jammu.

Dr Shakti at present is Medical Superintendent Dr RP centre for Opthaimic Sciences, AIIMS, New Delhi. PM Modi has laid the foundation stone of AIIMS - Jammu in february 2019, which will be completed in 2023.

J&K: After the Government of India repealed the special status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Indian constitution in 2019. Lt. Gov: Manoj Sinha. Note: Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, a 7 day long exhibition of National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub (NSSH) scheme concluded.

14. GOI has signed an agreement with which financial entity for borrowing $304 million to improve power transmission network in Assam?

A. AIIB

B. ADB

C. NDB

D. World Bank

Why In News- The Centre has signed an agreement with Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for borrowing $304 million (over Rs 2,200 crore) to improve power transmission network in Assam.

The total estimated cost of the project is $365 million, of which $304 million will be financed by the AIIB and rest by the state government.

AIIB: Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank- Formation: 16 January 2016, Headquarters: Beijing, China, President: Jin Liqun. Note: PM Narendra Modi has dedicated to the nation INDMAX Unit at Indian Oil’s Bongaigaon Refinery, Oil India Limited in Assam.

15. The Anantapuramu district of which state has been chosen for the Prime Minister Kisan National award?

A. Andhra Pradesh

B. Karnataka

C. Orissa

D. Bihar

Why In News- The Anantapuramu district of Andhra Pradesh has been chosen for the Prime Minister Kisan national award as it completed 99.6 % physical verification of the beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi.

District Collector Gandham Chandrudu would be presented the award at a function in New Delhi. In 2018-19 when the income support scheme for farmers was launched by the Centre, 5,90,279 of them availed of it for an amount of Rs 118.06 crore.

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi: Established: 1 February 2019, It is an initiative by the government of India in which all farmers will get up to ₹6,000 per year as minimum income support. Ministry: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

16. Who has been appointed the new chairman of Jindal Power Ltd (JPL)? A. Nripendra Mishra

B. Anil Kumar Jha

C. Suzanne Clark

D. Avnish Jaiswal

Why In News- Jindal Power Ltd (JPL) has announced the appointment of former bureaucrat Anil Kumar Jha as its Chairman.

A veteran of the mining industry, Jha is former chairman of Coal India Limited. He started his career with Coal India as a Junior Executive (Trainee) at Topa Colliery in Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) in 1983 and joined Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) as CMD on November 1, 2015.

Jindal Power Ltd: Founded: 1979, Headquarters: New Delhi, Chairman: Naveen Jindal, MD: VR Sharma.

17. A book titled 'Yuva Bharat: The Heroes of Today‘ has been written by? A. Devir Singh Bhandari

B. Vishvaveer Ahuja

C. Jai Singh

D. Vaibhav Mishra

Why In News- 'Yuva Bharat: The Heroes of Today', published by Bloomsbury, is written by filmmaker-entrepreneur Devir Singh Bhandari.

It proposes to inspire the readers to "get up and take charge of their lives". A new book traces the journey of over 60 eminent young personalities who like the proverbial phoenix rose from the ashes and emerged victorious against undefinable odds.

1. 1st edition of KIUG (Khelo India University Games)was held in which Indian city? A. Bhubanewswar B. New Delhi C. Guwahati D. Amritsar

2. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme was established in which year? A 2016 B.2017 C. 2018 D. 2019