1. Which among the following is the worlds largest e-commerce company? [A]Amazon [B]eBay [C]Alibaba [D]Flipkart Hide Answer Alibaba The Alibaba Group is the worlds largest e-commerce company by gross merchandise value, volume of goods and service being transacted followed by Amazon and eBay. 2. As per the UN new index on assessing e-commerce readiness, country with highest readiness for electronic commerce is ___? [A]Norway [B]Finland [C]Luxembourg [D]Canada Hide Answer Luxembourg As per the United Nations trade body UNCTAD new business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce business selling to the general public index, the top four countries with highest readiness for electronic commerce are Luxembourg, followed by Norway, Finland and Canada. The index ranked India at 83rd place. Report 3. Who was defeated by Saina Nehwal to win her maiden India Open Title? [A]Ratchanok Intanon [B]Yui Hashimoto [C]Carolina Marin [D]Li Xuerui Hide Answer Ratchanok Intanon Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal won her maiden India Open title by defeating former world champion Thailands Ratchanok Intanon 21-16, 21-14 in the final match. By this Saina became the first home player from India to win a Super series title. Saina also attained the world no.1 rank after world champion Carolina Marin, the other contender for the top spot, lost in the India Open semi final. Report Error 4. Who has won the Player of the tournament award in the 2015 Cricket World Cup? [A] Mitchell Starc [B]James Faulkner [C]Trent Boult [D]Martin Guptill Hide Answer Mitchell Starc Australian left hand bowler Mitchell Starch has won the 2015 cricket world cup player of the tournament award. Starch took 22 wickets at an average of 10. He beat out the likes of fellow paceman Trent Boult and Sri Lanka legend Kumar Sangakkara for the top honour. Report Error 5. The Hugo and the Nebula awards are given for the work related to ___? [A]Science fiction [B]Animal conservation [C]Space studies [D]Environment conservation Hide Answer Science fiction The Hugo and Nebula awards are given annually to works of science fiction literature. 6. Foal Eagle, is the code name of annual military exercise between which countries? [A]India and Russia [B]US and South Korea [C]Germany and US [D]Pakistan and China Hide Answer US and South Korea Foal Eagle is a military exercise conducted annually by the South Korea and the United States Armed Forces. It is one of the largest military exercises conducted annually in the world. 7. The winner of 2015 Malaysian Grand Prix is ____? [A]Sebastian Vettel [B]Kimi Raikkonen [C]Lewis Hamilton [D]Jenson Button Hide Answer Sebastian Vettel Sebastian Vettel has won the 2015 Malaysian Grand Prix. Vettel won a straight fight with Lewis Hamilton to clinch the title. 8. Which state emerged as best performer as per the latest data on the performance of states on the Twenty Point Programme? [A]Gujarat [B]Rajasthan [C]Maharashtra [D]Madhya Pradesh Hide Answer Rajasthan Rajasthan ranked number one as per the latest data on the performance of states on the Twenty Point Programme. The top performers are Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, West Bengal and Karnataka. On other hand Telangana, J&K, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra are the worst performing states. The performance is rated on three parameters: very good (where at least 90% of the target is achieved), good (80-90%) and poor (under 80%)9. Who became the first Chief Minister to receive the second highest civilian award Padma Vibhushan? [A]Parkash Singh Badal [B]Tarun Gogoi [C]Okram Ibobi Singh [D]Mukul Sangma Hide Answer Parkash Singh Badal Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal became the first Chief Minister to receive the second highest civilian award Padma Vibhushan. Report Error 10. Which state has launched countrys first e-Vidhan mobile app, recently? [A]Uttar Pradesh [B]Himachal Pradesh [C]Karnataka [D]Andhra Pradesh Hide Answer Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh state government has launched e-Vidhan, an android based mobile app. The app will enable legislators to get information regarding proceeding of the House on their mobile phones. The facility would enable the elected representatives to see list of business and starred and unstarred questions, 45 minutes in advance and also provide the information about proceedings of the House at a definite time.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-march-29-30-2015/

1. First Earth Hour event was organized in which year? [A]2005 [B]2008 [C]2007 [D]2010 Hide Answer 2007 Earth Hour is a worldwide grassroots movement uniting people to protect the planet, and is organised by WWF. The first Earth Hour event was observed on March 31 2007, Sydney, Australia. Report Error 2. Adoor Gopalakrishna is a famous filmmaker in which of the following languages? [A]Marathi [B]Malayalam [C]Telugu [D]Hindi Hide Answer Malayalam Moutatthu Gopalakrishnan is an Indian film director, script writer, and producer. He had a major role in revolutionizing Malayalam cinema and is regarded as one of the finest filmmakers of India. He was honoured the Bishwaratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika International Solidarity Award by Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi. Report Error 3. Which country has awarded highest number of death sentence in 2014? [A]Egypt [B]Nigeria [C]Iraq [D]Japan Hide Answer Nigeria Egypt and Nigeria accounted for well over 1,000 of the death sentences announced last year, more than a third of the worlds total, as per Amnesty International annual report. Nigeria announced 659 death sentences, mostly for murder and armed robbery. Egypt announced at least 509 death sentences last year, many of them in the mass trials that have been held since the ouster of Islamist President Mohammed Morsi in 2013. The countries with the most recorded executions last year were Iran with at least 289, Saudi Arabia with at least 90, Iraq with at least 61 and the United States with at least 35. Report Error 4. The ISRO has developed a Flood Hazard Atlas by mapping flood prone and vulnerable areas in which state? [A]Kerala [B]Maharashtra [C]Assam [D]Tripura Hide Answer Assam The Indian Space Research Organization has developed a Flood Hazard Atlas by mapping flood prone and vulnerable areas in Assam. As per report all flood prone areas have been divided into 3 categories and accordingly district administrations will prepare action plan on relief and evacuation in advance. Lakhs of people are rendered homeless in Assam due to flood almost every year. Report Error 5. Which country has developed an anti-ballistic missile system called Davids Sling? [A]Japan [B]Israel [C]Mexico [D]Italy Hide Answer Israel Davids Sling also known as the Magic Wand is the short range ballistic missile defence system being developed by Israel. Davids sling is meant to bolster the second tier of Israels theatre missile defence system. Report Error 6. Which of the following is not insured by Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC)? [A]Commercial Banks [B]Cooperative Banks [C]Primary Co-operative societies [D]Foreign Banks functioning in India Hide Answer Primary Co-operative societies Primary Co-operative societies are not insured by the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC). Report Error 7. Which one of the following countries is not a member of Gulf Cooperation Council? [A]Bahrain [B]Iraq [C]Kuwait [D]Saudi Arabia Hide Answer Iraq Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a political and economic alliance of six Middle East countries viz., Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman and UAE. The headquarters is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Report Error 8. What is the name of new capital of Andhra Pradesh? [A]Amaravathi [B]Badrachala [C]Krishna Nagar [D]Varshavathi Hide Answer Amaravathi Andhra Pradesh government approved Amaravathi as the name of the new capital city. The capital city is coming up between Vijayawada and Guntur cities. The place called Amaravathi in Andhra Pradesh is known for its ancient Buddhist settlements. Report Error 9. Which country is at top slot in the 2015 FM Global Business Resilience Index? [A]Switzerland [B]Norway [C]Ireland [D]Netherland Hide Answer Norway Norway has been ranked top on the 2015 FM Global Resilience Index that measures business resilience of nations based on economic, risk quality and supply chain factors. Norway is followed by Switzerland (2), Netherland (3), Ireland (4) and Luxembourg. India has been ranked low 119 out of 130 countries, dropping seven notches from last year. Venezuela is ranked last on the list.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-march-31-2015/

1. Which state has launched Aahar, a subsidised meal scheme meant for urban poor in the state? [A]Bihar [B]Jharkhand [C]West Bengal [D]Odisha Hide Answer Odisha Aahar is a subsidised meal scheme meant for the urban poor launched by Odisha government. Under the scheme, rice and dal curry would be served as lunch to the poor at a meagre rate of Rs 5 per meal. Reference Report Error2. The number of biosphere reserves in India is ____? [A]Fourteen [B]Sixteen [C]Eighteen [D]Twenty Hide Answer Eighteen There are eighteen biosphere reserves in India. Out of eighteen reserves nine have been included in the world network of biosphere reserves of UNESCO. Reference Report Error 3. Malli Mastan Babu, who passed away recently, was a ____? [A]Indian Mountaineer [B]Sand Artist [C]Environment Conservationist [D]Journalist Hide Answer Indian Mountaineer Malli Mastan Babu was an accomplished Indian mountaineer who held number of records and achievements. He had achieved the feat of becoming the fastest seven mountaineers in the world. He was also the first Indian to summit Mt Vinson Massif the tallest peak in Antarctica. He was the first person from Andhra Pradesh to scale Mount Everest. Report Error 4. Which body recently launched the Group of Friends Against Terrorism? [A]United Nations [B]European Union [C]ASEAN [D]SAARC Hide Answer United Nations Group of Friends Against Terrorism is an United Nations initiative launched to combat terrorism. Created at the initiative of Morocco, the group consists of thirty countries, including the five permanent members of the UN Security Council. Group of Friends Against Terrorism will aim, among others, to create synergies between all initiative implemented within the UN, promoting international cooperation in combating terrorism, share and exchange good practices in the fight against this scourge that threatens international peace and security. India is one of the members of the group. Report Error 5. Which of the following recently became 123rd state party to the International Criminal Court? [A]Israel [B]Palestine [C]Jordan [D]Bangladesh Hide Answer Palestine The Palestine officially became a member of the International Criminal Court. Palestine is the 123rd state party to the International Criminal Court. Report Error 6. Which state in India has highest number of ports? [ A]Gujarat [B]Maharashtra [C]Tamil Nadu [D]Andhra Pradesh Hide Answer Maharashtra Maharashtra with 53 ports has highest number of ports in India. Maharashtra is followed by Gujarat (40) and Andhra Pradesh (12). 7. The winner of 2015 Miami Open tennis womens single title is __? [A]Suarez Navarro [B]Alize Cornet [C]Serena Williams [D]Andrea Petkovic Hide Answer Serena Williams Worlds no.1 ranked Serena Williams has won the Miami Open title. She defeated Carla Suarez Navarro to capture her eighth Miami Open championship. 8. Asias largest wholesale market for fruits and vegetables is __? [A]Azadpur Mandi [B]Yeshwanthpur Mandi [C]Maur Mandi [D]Bhawani Mandi Hide Answer Azadpur Mandi Delhis Azadpur Mandi is the Asias largest whole sale market for fruits and vegetables. 9. The Queensberry rules are related to which sports? [A]Tennis [B]Boxing [C]Badminton [D]Hockey Hide Answer Boxing Marquess of Queensberry rules, code of rules applied to boxing. The rules were written by John Graham Chambers, a member of the British Amateur Athletic Club. The rules were first published in 1867. Report Error 10. Which among the following is the theme of the World Health Day-2015? [A]Food Safety [B]Aging and Health [C]Water Safety [D]Small Bite Big Threat Hide Answer Food Safety World Health Day is celebrated on the 7th April every year. This day marks the anniversary of the world health organisation which was founded in 1948. The theme of the world health day 2015 is Food Safety.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-1-2-2015/

1. The South-West African People Organisation (SWAPO) is a major political party of which country? [A]Namibia [B]Kenya [C]Cuba [D]Angola Hide Answer Namibia SWAPO is a political party in Namibia. The party was originally founded to advocated immediate Namibian independence from South Africa. SWAPO became Namibias leading political party since 1990. 2. Indias Dronavalli Harika is associated with which sport/event? [A]Chess [B]Badminton [C]Tennis [D]Basketball Hide Answer Chess Dronavalli Harika is an Indian chess grandmaster. She won the bronze medal in the World Womens chess championships 2015 along with Swedish Grandmaster Pia Cramling. 3. Which is the worlds largest urban area in both size and population? [A]Tokyo [B]Pearl River Delta [C]Mumbai [D]London Hide Answer Pearl River Delta Chinas Pearl River Delta is the worlds largest urban area according to a report from the World Bank. Pearl River Delta has overtaken Tokyo to become largest area. The megacity which covers a significant part of Chinas manufacturing heartland and includes the cities of Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Foshan and Dondduan is now home to more people than the countries of Canada, Argentina or Australia. Report Error 4. The first female president of Basketball Federation of India is __? [A]Poonam Mahajan [B]Menaka Gandhi [C]P T Usha [D]Roopam Harish Sharma Hide Answer Poonam Mahajan Poonam Mahajan was unanimously elected as the president of Basketball Federation of India. She became the first female president for the first time of the federation since it came into existence in 1950. The 34-year-old Poonam is the youngest president of any national federation in India. 5. Which two countries participate in annual Balikatan military exercise? [A]Pakistan & Saudi Arabia [B]India & Malaysia [C]Philippines & USA [D]South Korea & Australia Hide Answer Philippines & USA The Balikatan is the code name for annual military exercise between United States and Philippines. Balikatan is a Tagalog word meaning Shoulder-to-Shoulder. Balikatan 2015, the 31st iteration of the bilateral exercise, will be held from April 20 to 30. 6. Where is located Asias largest tulip garden? [A]Himachal Pradesh [B]Jammu & Kashmir [C]Uttar Pradesh [D]Uttarkhand Hide Answer Jammu & Kashmir Indira Gandhi memorial tulip garden is in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir is the largest tulip garden in Asia. The garden spread over an area of about 12 hectares and situated on the foothills of Zabarwan Range. 7. The winner of Golden Peacock National Quality Award for the year 2015 is __? [A]Hindustan Aeronautics Limited [B]Rajiv Gandhi International Airport [C]Delhi International Airport Limited [D]Bharat Electronics Limited Hide Answer Delhi International Airport Limited Delhi International Airport Limited has won the prestigious Golden Peacock National Quality Award for the year 2015. Golden Peacock Awards were founded by the Institute of Directors, India in 1991 and are globally regarded as a benchmark of corporate excellence. Report Error 8. What is Indias per capita availability of milk in 2013-14? [A]296 grams [B]300 grams [C]307 grams [D]326 grams Hide Answer 307 grams The per capita availability of milk in India in 2013-14 was around 307 grams which is more than the world average 294 grams per day. Indias milk production during 2013-14 is 137.7 million tonnes. Report Error 9. Indias largest state in horticulture production is __? [A]West Bengal [B]Andhra Pradesh [C]Uttar Pradesh [D]Maharashtra Hide Answer West Bengal West Bengal is leading in total horticulture production (292 lakh MT) followed by Andhra Pradesh (289.13 lakh MT). West Bengal is also leading in the production of vegetables. Report Error 10. Rengali irrigation project is located in which of the following states? [A]West Bengal [B]Odisha [C]Madhya Pradesh [D]Himachal Pradesh Hide Answer Odisha India has signed a loan deal with Japan for the development of the second phase of the Rengali irrigation project in Odisha. The Japanese loan for Rengali Irrigation Project will be provided to install irrigation facilities, organise and build the capacity of water users associations, and extend technical guidance to the farmers in the area of River Burahmani in Odisha.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-3-4-2015/

1. Which project is aimed to re-connect and re-establish communications between countries of the Indian Ocean world? [A]Project Varsha [B]Project Sagaramala [C]Project Mausam [D]Project Sangam Hide Answer Project Mausam Project Mausam transnational program is aimed at restoring Indias ancient maritime routes and cultural links with republics in the region. The project is Indias answer for Beijings growing influence in the Indian Ocean region. Reference Report Error 2. What is the code name of the military operation in Yemen against Shia Houthi group? [A]Operation Destruction Storm [B]Operation Decisive Storm [C]Operation All Out [D]Operation Die Hard Hide Answer Operation Decisive Storm Decisive Storm, is the international war against Houthi militias in Yemen, is currently under way. The international alliance led by Saudi Arabia is currently fighting against the Houthi militants in Yemen. Report Error 3. Dhanush missile is the naval operational variant of which missile? [A]Trishul [B]Prithvi [C]Agni [D]Akash Hide Answer Prithvi Dhanush is the naval operational variant of Prithvi I and Prithvi II class missiles. The missile is indigenously developed by DRDO. Dhanush Missile is nuclear capable ballistic missile with range of 350km. Reference Report Error 4. Rourkela Steel Plant, the first integrated steel plant in public sector was set with collaboration of which country? [A]Russia [B]Britain [C]Germany [D]Japan Hide Answer Germany Rourkela Steel Plant in Odisha was set in 1959 with German collaboration. RSP is the first integrated steel plant in public sector in India. reference Report Error 5. Which organization regulates Mutual funds in India? [A]RBI [B]SEBI [C]Finance Ministry [D]SBM Hide Answer SEBI SEBI formulates policies and regulates the mutual funds. It notified regulations in 1993 and issues guidelines from time to time. Mutual funds, either promoted by public or by private sector entities including one promoted by foreign entities are governed by these regulations. Report Error 6. Who is the newly appointed chairman of the empowered committee of state finance ministers on GST? [A]K M Mani [B]J K George [C]Amit Mitra [D]Saurabh Patel Hide Answer K M Mani Kerala finance minister K M Mani has been appointed chairman of the empowered committee of state finance ministers on Goods & Services Tax (GST). Report Error 7. Which organisation has been awarded the prestigious Gandhi Peace Prize-2014? [A]BARC [B]DRDO [C]ISRO [D]CFTRI Hide Answer ISRO Indian Space Research Organisation (IRSO) has been awarded the prestigious Gandhi Peace Prize for the year 2014. The Gandhi Peace Prize for social, economic and political transformation through non-violence was instituted in the year 1995. The award comprises an amount of Rupees One crore and a citation. ISRO was set up in 1969 and has its head quarters in Bangalore. By launching several satellites it has contributed to the nations development through satellite based education, health care and connectivity to community activities for sustainable economic development. Report Error 8. Who has won the India Open Super series mens title? [A]Viktor Axelsen [B]Kidambi Srikanth [C]Xue Song [D]P Kashyap Hide Answer Kidambi Srikanth Indias Kidambi Srikanth won the India Open super series mens title. World no.4 Srikanth has beaten Viktor Axelsen to win the title. Report Error 9. Who heads Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB)? [A]Prime Minister [B]Finance Minister [C]Finance Secretary [D]Home Minister Hide Answer Finance Secretary The finance secretary is the chairman of the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB). FIPB is a single window clearance system proposals on foreign direct investments.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-5-6-2015/

1. INS Kalvari, which has been commissioned by Indian Navy recently, is a ____? [A]Scorpene-class submarine [B]Aircraft carrier [C]Survey ship [D]Amphibious assault ship Hide Answer Scorpene-class submarine INS Kalvari is Indian Navys first Scorpene submarine under Project 75. Diesel-electric powered Scorpene submarine was commissioned at the Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL). 2. Up to what limit, the small entrepreneurs can get credit from the MUDRA Bank? [A]Five [B]Ten [C]Fifteen [D]Twenty Hide Answer Ten Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Micro Units Development Refinance Agency (MUDRA) with a corpus of Rs 20,000 crore, and credit guarantee corpus of Rs 3,000 crore. It has been launched under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana. The bank will provide credit of up to Rs 10 lakh to small entrepreneurs and act as a regulator for Micro-Finance Institutions (MFIs). Report Error 3. Who is the chairman of the committee constituted to work out single framework for government clearance? [A]Manoj Kohli [B]Chandrajeet Banerji [C]Ajay Shankar [D]Navin Patnaik Hide Answer Ajay Shankar The government has constituted a committee under the chairmanship of Ajay Shankar to review and recommend on single framework for government clearance. The 11-member committee will study the requirement of various prior permissions after preparing an exhaustive inventory of such clearances. It will also recommend a framework of the proposed regulatory mechanism. Report Error 4. How many pollutants are measured under the recently launched National Air Quality Index? [A]Six [B]Seven [C]Eight [D]Ten Hide Answer Eight Union government has launched the National Air Quality Index (AQI) for monitoring the quality of air in major urban centres across the country on a real-time basis and enhancing public awareness for taking mitigative action. The AQI has been at present launched for 10 cities Delhi, Agra, Kanpur, Lucknow, Varanasi, Faridabad, Ahmadabad, Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad. The index considers eight pollutants PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, CO, O3, NH3 and Pb). The likely health implications of the six categories would also be provided with a colour code. Reference Report Error 5. Which is the first state in the country to make faster clearance of business proposal a statutory status? [A]Telangana [B]Odisha [C]Kerala [D]Goa Hide Answer Telangana Telangana is the first state in the country to make faster clearances a statutory right. Under its new industrial policy the state Assembly adopted the Right to Single-Window Clearance on the lines of Right to Information. The Project 75 of Indian navy involves construction of six Scorpene submarines in partnership with which country? [A]USA [B]Russia [C]France [D]Italy Hide Answer France Under Project 75 India will construct 6 next generation diesel submarines with Air Independent Propulsion System (AIP) technology for the Indian Navy by 2022. The project is undertaken in partnership with French DCNS. Report Error 6. As per the latest data by RBI, which bank has highest non-performing assets (NPAs) among PSU banks? [A]Union Bank of India [B]Central Bank of India [C]United Bank of India [D]Punjab National Bank Hide Answer Central Bank of India As per the RBI latest report, Central Bank of India has topped the list of public sector banks (PSBs) with the largest bad loans, including restructured assets as a percentage of total advances. Central Bank of Indias 21.5 per cent assets are either bad or have been restructured to save these turning into non-performing assets (NPAs). The other banks which have significant amount of gross NPAs and restructured loans are United Bank of India (19.04 per cent), Punjab & Sind Bank (18.25 per cent) and Punjab National Bank with 17.85 per cent as on December 2014. Report Error 7. Union government will re-introduce Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (TUFS) to promote ___? [A]Textile Industries [B]Sericulture [C]Large Scale Industries [D]Skill Development Hide Answer Textile Industries Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (TUFS) was first introduced in 1999 to catalyse investments in the textile and jute industry, with five percent interest reimbursement. The scheme was initially approved from April 1999 to March 2004, extended to 2007 with modification and further restructured with effect from April 2011, to March 2012. Now government is planning to reintroduce the TUFS for at least 10 years, in the new textile policy. Report Error 8. Which country has been ranked top in the recently released Social Progress Index? [A]Singapore [B]Norway [C]Finland [D]Australia Hide Answer Norway Norway has been ranked top out of 133 countries in the list of Social Progress Index. Norway has been ranked top out of 133 countries in the list of Social Progress Index. The top three countries in the world on Social Progress are Norway, Sweden and Switzerland. Report Error 9. Jayakanthan, who passed away recently, was a famous writer in which language? [A]Kannada [B]Telugu [C]Tamil [D]Malayalam Hide Answer Tamil Jayakanthan was a legendary Tamil writer. He was a prolific writer of novels and short stories. Jayakanthan has written around 40 novels and 200 short stories and used his pen effectively against social injustices and economic inequality. Jayakanthan was awarded Jnanpith award in 2002. He has also received various other awards, including Soviet Land Nehru Award, Raja Rajan Award and Tamil Nadu Government award. He was also a fellow of Sahitya Akademi. Report Error 10. Who has been appointed as new Chief Election Commissioner of India? [A]Nasim Zaidi [B]Sayed Nazim [C]H Hari Shankar [D]V S Chikkamata Hide Answer Nasim Zaidi Dr Nasim Zaidi has been appointed a next Chief Election Commissioner of India. He will assume the charge of the office from April 19, after the incumbent H S Brahma will retire on April 18.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-7-8-2015/

1. South Pars Field in Persian Gulf is worlds largest reservoir of ____? [A]Petroleum [B]Natural Gas [C]Shale Gas [D]Uranium Hide Answer Natural Gas South Pars Field located in the Persian Gulf is the worlds largest natural gas field shared between Iran and Qatar. According to International Energy Agency, the field holds an estimated 1,800 trillion cubic feet of in-situ natural gas and some 50 billion barrels of natural gas condensates. Report Error 2. The President of World Bank has always been nominated by the ____? [A]European Union [B]United Nations [C]United States [D]European Commission Hide Answer United States The President of World Bank has always been a US citizen and nominated by the United States only. The United States has largest shareholder in the Bank. The current president of World Bank is Jim Yong Kim. Report Error 3. China and which country held joint military drill code-named Silk Road Cooperation-2015? [A]Bangladesh [B]Pakistan [C]Sri Lanka [D]Japan Hide Answer Sri Lanka China and Sri Lanka held joint military drill code-named Silk Road Cooperation-2015 to enhance their capabilities, specially in combating terror. The drill was aimed at helping both sides to learn from each other, so as to improve their capabilities of performing duties. Report Error 4. Sahitya Shiromani Award is given by which state government? [A]Uttar Pradesh [B]Jharkhand [C]Himachal Pradesh [D]Maharashtra Hide Answer Uttar Pradesh Sahitya Shiromani Award is literature award given by Uttar Pradesh. Noted Hindi poet Gopal Das Neeraj was recently awarded with the Sahitya Shiromani Award. 5. The M S Sahoo committee, was set up to review ____? [A]Direct transfer of subsidies to beneficiaries [B]Domestic and foreign capital markets [C]Sick public sector units [D]Public distribution system Hide Answer Domestic and foreign capital markets The M S Sahoo committee was set up to review the domestic and foreign capital markets. The committee has recommended doing away with caps on external commercial borrowing (ECB) but limiting these to the percentage of hedging that companies undertake. Report Error 6. Which Indian city has been declared National Earth Hour Capital? [A]Mumbai [B]Thane [C]Jaipur [D]Patna Hide Answer Thane Thane has been declared as the National Earth Hour Capital 2015. After a rigorous exercise of deliberating and assessing the sustainable activities reported by the finalist cities under the Earth Hour City Challenge (EHCC), an expert jury panel has declared Thane as the winning sustainable city from India this year. Thane succeeds Coimbatore, which was the National Earth Hour Capital for the year 2014. Reference Report Error 7. On which date International Day of Forests is celebrated? [A]March 21 [B]March 22 [C]March 23 [D]March 24 Hide Answer March 21 International Day of Forests / World Forestry Day is celebrated on 21st of March every year to commemorate the contribution and value of forests and forestry to the community. The 2015 theme for the International Day of Forests is Forests | Climate | Change Report Error 8. Which of the following is the largest pulse producer state of India? [A]Uttar Pradesh [B]Madhya Pradesh [C]Rajasthan [D]Maharashtra Hide Answer Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh is Indias largest pulse producing state, which accounts for 23% of total pulse production in the country. Madhya Pradesh is followed by Uttar Pradesh (18%), Maharashtra (14%), Rajasthan (11%) and Andhra Pradesh (9%). In 2013-14, Madhya Pradesh produced 4.3 million tones of pulses, which is expected to be 3.3 million tones in 2014- 15. We note here that India is largest producer of pulses in the world, yet, we have to import 3-4 million tones of pulses every year to meet the demand of 19 million tones. Report Error 9. What is the relation between Glucose and Cellulose? [A]Glucose is an isomer of Cellulose [B]Cellulose is a polymer of Glucose [C]Both Cellulose and Glucose are direct products of photosynthesis [D]Both Cellulose and Glucose are simple sugars Hide Answer Cellulose is a polymer of Glucose Report Error 10. The Project 75 of Indian navy involves construction of six Scorpene submarines in partnership with which country? [A]USA [B]Russia [C]France [D]Italy Hide Answer France Under Project 75 India will construct 6 next generation diesel submarines with Air Independent Propulsion System (AIP) technology for the Indian Navy by 2022. The project is undertaken in partnership with French DCNS.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-9-10-2015/

1. Where is Indias first International Financial Service Centre (IFSC)? [A]Bangalore [B]Mumbai [C]Ahmadabad [D]Kolkata Hide Answer Ahmadabad Indias first International financial Service Centre (IFSC) was commissioned at the Gujarat International Financial Tec (GIFT) City, Ahmedabad. With an IFSC in India, India now compete against global financial hubs like Dubai and Singapore to attract foreign investors who are willing to trade in foreign currencies. Earlier, there was no such option in India. Report Error 2. Who has been named leading cricketer in the world in the 2015 Wisden Cricketers Almanack? [A]M S Dhoni [B]Kumara Sangakkara [C]Virat Kohli [D]Shane Watson Hide Answer Kumara Sangakkara Sri Lankas Kumar Sangakkara has been named as the Leading Cricketer in the World in the 2015 Wisden Cricketers Almanack. Australias Meg Lanning has been chosen as the cricket bibles inaugural Leading Woman Cricketer in the World the first time the England-based annual has bestowed such an award in 152 editions of continuous publication dating back to 1864. Sangakkara joined Indias Virender Sehwag as the only two players to be named as Wisdens Leading Cricketer in the World for a second occasion. Report Error 3. Who is the winner of Chinese Grand Prix held in 2015? [A]Lewis Hamilton [B]Nico Rosberg [C]Sebastian Vettel [D]Kimi Raikkonen Hide Answer Lewis Hamilton World champion Lewis Hamilton has won the Chinese Grand Prix beating Nico Rosberg. Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen finished third and fourth. Report Error 4. Which country clinched the 2015 Sultan Azlan Shah Cup? [A]South Korea [B]Australia [C]New Zealand [D]Malaysia Hide Answer New Zealand New Zealand mens hockey team celebrated a penalty shoot-out win over Australia to claim the 2015 Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Malaysia. It was the first time in the tournaments history that the winner has been decided in a shoot-out, and also the first time the final has been an all-Oceania affair. The tournament has been held since 1983 with New Zealands only other success coming in 2012. Australia is eight-time champions. 5. Which word topped the list of 50 business buzzword globally? [A]Content [B]Guru [C]Net-net [D]Big data Hide Answer Content The word content topped the list of 50 business buzzword globally for the second consecutive year. Indian-origin term guru has retained its place among the top 50 business buzzwords globally. Guru, a Sanskrit-origin term which means teacher or master, has moved down to 15th position in 2014 from 6th slot a year ago on the latest annual list for top business buzzwords compiled by Global Language Monitor (GLM). After content, which topped the chart for 2014, the most popular used words by the business world were net-net, big data, at the end of the day and social media. Report Error 6. India has signed an agreement with France to buy which aircraft? [A]Rafale [B]Hawk-1 [C]Jupiter [D]Mig-17 Hide Answer Rafale India signed a deal with France to procure 36 Rafale aircrafts. In the initial phase of the deal with France, 36 Rafale fighters will be bought off the shelf by India and negotiations will continue for manufacturing more in India at a later stage. The aircraft is said to have the ability to track targets, generate real time three-dimensional maps. It also offers features such as look-down detection and tracking of multiple air targets for close combat and long-range interception, in all weather conditions. Report Error 7. Torah is the holy book of which of the following religions / faiths? [A]Jews [B]Judaism [C]Zoroastrians [D]Both A & B Hide Answer Both A & B The Torah is the holy book of Jewish (the first five books of the Hebrew Bible) which was revealed by God to Moses on Mount Sinai over 3,000 years ago. Torah is also Judaisms most important text. Report Error 8. What is the upper limit of GNI per capita for low-income economies as per World Bank? [A]$1,045 [B]$945 [C]$860 [D]$1200 Hide Answer $1,045 Each year on July 1, the World Bank revises analytical classification of the worlds economies based on estimates of gross national income (GNI) per capita for the previous year. As of 1 July 2014, low-income economies are defined as those with a GNI per capita, calculated using the World Bank Atlas method, of $1,045 or less in 2013; middle-income economies are those with a GNI per capita of more than $1,045 but less than $12,746; high-income economies are those with a GNI per capita of $12,746 or more. Report Error 9. The famous Nabakalebara festival belongs to which of the following states? [A]Rajasthan [B]Odisha [C]West Bengal [D]Bihar Hide Answer Odisha Nabakalebara festival is an ancient ritual that is observed in most of the Jaganath temples, Odisha. In this festival, the idols of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra and Sudarshan are replaced by new idols. Nabakalebara is usually comes in every twelve to nineteen years based on the auspicious two months of Ashadha as per the Hindu calendar. Report Error 10. Which organization has established the Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Prize? [A]African Union [B]United Nations [C]European Union [D]World Trade Organisation Hide Answer United Nations The Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Prize was established by United Nations in June 2014. The award was established to pay tribute to the achievements and contributions of the late South African leader.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-11-12-2015/

1. Which space agency designed the Bed Rest research to study the effects of prolonged exposure to micro-gravity? [A]ISRO [B]NASA [C]ESA [D]NAOA Hide Answer NASA The US space agency NASA designed the Bed Rest research to study the effects of prolonged exposure to micro-gravity. Under this study participant requires to remain horizontal for a period of 70 days. In the study, scientist will gauge how effect exercise would be for astronauts who lose muscle, cardiovascular and bone function while in zero gravity conditions. Report Error 2. Who emerged as winner of the 2015 Time magazine 100 readers poll? [A]Vladimir Putin [B]Narendra Modi [C]Lady Gaga [D]Rihanna Hide Answer Vladimir Putin Russian president Vladimir Putin emerged the winner of this years Time 100 readers poll. He surpassed rapper-singer CL to claim the number one spot with 6.95 percent of the votes in the final tally. Pop stars Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Taylor Swift rounded out the top five. Prime Minister Modi and Arvind Kejriwal have been placed in the list. Report Error 3. Nobel laureate Gnter Grass who died recently, was a famous novelist from ___? [A]Germany [B]Spain [C]France [D]Brazil Hide Answer Germany Gnter Grass was a German novelist, poet, playwright, illustrator, graphic artist and sculptor. Grass is best known for his first novel, The Tin Drum (1959), a key text in European magic realism. The Tin Drum was adapted as a film of the same name, which won both the 1979 Palme dOr and the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. The Swedish Academy awarded him the Nobel Prize in Literature, praising him as a writer whose frolicsome black fables portray the forgotten face of history. Report Error4. Which country receives maximum inward remittances? [A]China [B]India [C]USA [D]Russia Hide Answer India India has topped the World Bank list on global remittances. As per the report NRIs sent $70.4 billion to India in 2014, which is 12% of global remittances which stood at $583 billion. Top 5 remittance receiving countries are India, China, Philippines, Mexico and Nigeria. Report Error 5. Ramman is a religious festival and ritual theatre of ____? [A]Uttarkhand [B]Uttar Pradesh [C]West Bengal [D]Madhya Pradesh Hide Answer Uttarkhand Ramman is a religious festival and ritual theatre of the Garhwal region, Uttarkhand. It is a festival of the Hindu community in the Saloor Dungra village in the Chamoli district of Uttarkhand. The festival and the eponymous art form are conducted as an offering to the village deity, Bhumiyal Devta. Report Error 6. Who among the following served as first Prime Minister of Nepal under the Panchayat System? [A]Surya Bahadur Thapa [B]Lokendra Bahadur Chand [C]Girija Prasad Koirala [D]Pushpa Kamal Dahal Hide Answer Surya Bahadur Thapa Surya Bahadur Thapa was former Prime Minister of Nepal. He served as Nepals prime minister five times. Thapa served Nepals prime minister three times before 1990 when kings ruled the country with a rubber-stamp parliament and a ban on political parties. After a multiparty democracy was established in 1990, he formed the Rastriya Prajatantra Party and held the prime minister twice. 7. Meenakshi Madan Rai has been appointed as first woman judge of which court? [A]Delhi High Court [B]Allahabad High Court [C]Sikkim High Court [D]Karnataka High Court Hide Answer Sikkim High Court Meenakshi Madan Rai has sworn in as first woman judge of Sikkim high court. She also said to be the only the third judge to come from the small state of Sikkim. Report Error 8. Who won the Laureus Sportsman of the Year award? [A]Roger Federer [B]Novak Djokovic [C]Rafel Nadel [D]Daniel Ricciardo Hide Answer Novak Djokovic Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has won the Laureus Sportsman of the year award. This is for the second time Djokovic won the award. He was first bestowed the honour in 2011. Report Error 9. Who is the chairman of the Panel set up to look into various contentious issues relating to inter-linking of rivers? [A]B N Navalawala [B]Hardip Singh Puri [C]Prodipto Ghosh [D]Gopalakrishnan Hide Answer B N Navalawala The union government has set up a panel headed by B N Navalawala to look into various contentious issues relating to inter-linking of rivers. The panel will works towards speedy implementation of the inter-linking of river projects. The panel comprising of water experts and senior officials of different ministries will facilitate interlinking of intra-state and intra- basin rivers. Report Error 10. Which body publishes the Global Networked Readiness Index? [A]International Telegraph Union [B]World Economic Forum [C]Information Technology Group [D]World Trade Organisation Hide Answer World Economic Forum The global networked readiness index is prepared by the World Economic Forum. It measures the propensity for countries to exploit the opportunities offered by information and communication technology (ICT). The index is published annually.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-13-14-2015/

1. Recently, which country has agreed to hold first ever joint military exercise with Pakistan? [A]Russia [B]Japan [C]Bangladesh [D]Nepal Hide Answer Russia Russia has agreed to hold first ever joint military exercise with Pakistan. The move is aimed to enhance their defence cooperation. The agreement was reached during a meeting in Moscow between Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif and his Russian counterpart Sergei Shoigu. Report Error 2. Which of the following stadia is Indias first solar powered sporting venue? [A]Wankhede stadium, Mumbai [B]Chinnaswamy stadium, Bengaluru [C]Eden Garden stadium, Kolkata [D]Feroz Shah Kotla stadium, New Delhi Hide Answer Chinnaswamy stadium, Bengaluru Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru became the first sporting venue in India when it formally launched a 400kv rooftop solar power system. Report Error 3. In terms of number of subscribers, the top telecom operator in the World is? [A]China mobile [B]Vodafone [C]Airtel [D]Telefonia Hide Answer China mobile The China mobile with 818.8 million subscribers is the largest telecom operator in the world. Report Error 4. Bidyut Chakraborty, who passed away recently, was a famous film director in which language? [A]Telugu [B]Assamese [C]Tamil [D]Marathi Hide Answer Assamese Bidyut Chakraborty was an award-winning Assamese filmmaker, actor and director. Chakraborty, who started out as a stage actor, later took up film production and direction. He even won the National Award for his first film Rag Birag in 1996 in the category of Best First Film of a Director. He was also known for his films including Anurag, Gun Gun Gane Gane and Dwar, apart from his role in Ahir Bhairab. Report Error 5. Who has been chosen for Champions of Change by US President? [A]Satya Nadella [B]Azim Premzi [C]Ratan Tata [D]Vishal Sikka Hide Answer Satya Nadella Microsofts Indian-origin CEO Satya Nadella will be awarded with the Champions of Change by US President Barack Obama. He was chosen for bringing about a change within his company to support working families. The award is given to those who support working families and have helped to bring about a change within their companies, communities or organisations by advocating for paid sick and paid leave policies and equal pay. Report Error 6. Worlds largest single exposure of limestone bedrock Nullarbor Plain is in which country? [A]USA [B]Australia [C]Japan [D]China Hide Answer Australia The Nullarbor Plain is in southern Australia, its located on the Great Australian Bight coast with the Great Victoria Desert to its north. It is the worlds largest single exposure of limestone bedrock, and occupies an area of about 200,000 square kilometres (77,000 sq mi). Report Error 7. Which Indian Cricketer has been inducted into Laureus Sports Academy recently? [A]Anil Kumble [B]Rahul Dravid [C]Sachin Tendulkar [D]Saurav Ganguly Hide Answer Sachin Tendulkar Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar was inducted into Laureus Sports Academy. He is one of the five new members into the prestigious Laureus Sports Academy. Besides Tendulkar, retired Chinese professional basketball player Yao Ming, Kenyan long-distance runner Tegla Loroupe, Chinese gymnast Li Xiaopeng and former Chinese short track speed skater Yang Yang were the other athletes to be inducted into the Laureus academy. Report Error 8. What is the average Intelligence Quotient (IQ) of normal persons? [A]100 to 120 [B]90 to 110 [C]70 to 130 [D]50 to 100 Hide Answer 90 to 110 IQ is a number meant to measure people cognitive abilities (intelligence) in relation to their age group. An I.Q between 90 and 110 is considered average; over 120, superior. Report Error 9. In which country Prime Minister Modi inaugurated Hannover Industrial Fair-2015? [A]Canada [B]Germany [C]France [D]South Africa Hide Answer Germany The Hannover Fair is the worlds largest industrial fair held in Germany. Modi inaugurated Hannover fair where India is a partner country this year. About 400 Indian companies are participating in the fair which will see the presence of about 100-200 Indian CEOs. Report Error 10. Apurvi Chandela is related to which among the following sports? [A]Shooting [B]Tennis [C]Badminton [D]Wrestlinghttp://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-15-16-2015/

1.Which state of India is known for highest per capita alcohol consumption? [A]Gujarat [B]Kerala [C]Tamil Nadu [D] Telangana Hide Answer Kerala As of 2015, Kerala has Indias highest per capita alcohol consumption at more than eight litres per person yearly. Report Error

2. World Earth Day is observed on which of the following days? [A]April 20 [B]April 21 [C]April 22 [D]April 23 Hide Answer April 22 Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 annually. It was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network, and celebrated in more than 192 countries each year. Report Error

3. Recently, the European Union has proposed a 10 point action plan to stem ___? [A]Terrorism [B]Migrant crisis [C]Child labour [D]Woman harassment Hide Answer Migrant crisis The European Union unveiled a 10-point action plan to stem the tide of migrants crossing the Mediterranean after the latest disastrous loss of life, promising to step up both control and rescue operations. 4. The 13th United Nations congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice was concluded in ____? [A]Doha, Qatar [B]Tokyo, Japan [C]Mumbai, India [D]Shanghai, China Hide Answer Doha, Qatar The 13th United Nations congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice was ended in Doha, Qatar. Doha declaration Report Error 5. As of 2015, how many Presidents of China have been conferred with the Pakistans highest civilian award Nishan-e-Pakistan? [A]One [B]Two [C]Three [D]Four Hide Answer Three In April 2015, Pakistan President Mamnoon Hussain conferred the countrys top civil award Nishan-i-Pakistan on Chinese President Xi Jinping. President Xi was decorated with Nishan-i-Pakistan for his outstanding contribution in the promotion of the relationship between the two countries. He is the third Chinese leader who has been awarded the Nishan-i-Pakistan. The other two recipients are Premier Li Peng and President Hu Jintao. Report Error 6. The Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action is a declaration related to ____? [A]Human Rights [B]Woman Empowerment [C]Global Warming [D]Whales Protection Hide Answer Human Rights The Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action, also known as VDPA, is a human rights declaration adopted by consensus at the World Conference on Human Rights on 25 June 1993 in Vienna, Austria. Report Error 7. Which bank announced the launch of Tap n Pay new innovative NFC (Near Field Communication) based contactless payment system? [A]Axis Bank [B]HDFC Bank [C]ICICI Bank [D]Corporation Bank Hide Answer ICICI Bank ICICI Bank announced launch of new innovative NFC (Near Field Communication) based contactless payment system in partnership with Tech Mahindra. Called Tap n Pay, it allows users to make over-the-counter payments without using any cash or card. The users have to just tap the NFC enabled tag or mobile phone at the merchants point-of-sale device to make payments. The Tap n Pay platform is available to all consumers, irrespective whether they have an ICICI Bank account or not. Report Error 8. The Pollution Management and Environmental Health (PMEH) program has been launched by which of the following bodies? [A]United Nations [B]World Bank [C]Asian Bank [D]European Union Hide Answer World Bank The World Bank established a Pollution Management and Environmental Health (PMEH) program that builds upon experiences in urban and rural pollution reduction from around the world to promote more systematic and effective responses to deadly and costly pollution. The program was officially launched on Global Citizen 2015 Earth Day (April 18, 2015) in Washington, D.C. The programme with an initial total allocation of around $45 million, will focus on air quality management in five major urban areas in India, China, Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa. Report Error 9. Janaki Ballabh Patnaik, who died recently, was a former chief minister of which state? [A]Bihar [B]Odisha [C]West Bengal [D]Jharkhand Hide Answer Odisha Janaki Ballabha Patnaik was a former chief minister of Odisha and governor of Assam. He was Chief Minister of Odisha from 1980 to 1989 and again from 1995 to 1999, holding that post for the longest time on record before Naveen Patnaik. Report Error 10. Which state recently launched the campaign Subodham to help people overcome alcohol, drug abuse? [A]Kerala [B]Gujarat [C]Madhya Pradesh [D]Karnataka Hide Answer Kerala The Kerala government has launched a major campaign Subodham to help people in the state overcome alcohol, drug and other substance abuse. The Subodham project, envisaged by the excise department, will be implemented by a high-level committee comprising experts from various fields. The campaign aims to free one lakh people from drug and alcohol addiction each year. Subodham heralds the first step towards Punarjani 2030 Project, a state government initiative to completely eradicate the menace of substance abuse in Kerala.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-17-18-2015/1. Which country generates highest per capita e-waste? [A]Singapore [B]Norway [C]Iceland [D]Denmark Hide Answer Norway As per a report by United Nations University, Norway topped the worlds electronic waste mountain in 2014, generating 28.4kgs per inhabitant. It was followed by Switzerland (26.3kg per capita), Iceland (26.1kgs), Denmark (24kgs), Britain (23.5kgs), the Netherlands (23.4kgs), Sweden (22.3kgs), France (22.2kgs) and the US and Austria (22.1kgs per person each). Report Error 2. Which of the following is Indian navys biggest guided missile destroyer? [A]INS Visakhapatnam [B]INS Paradip [C]INS Marmagoa [D]INS Kolkata Hide Answer INS Visakhapatnam INS Visakhapatnam is the Indias largest guided missile destroyer. The ship is being built at the MDL (Mazagon Dock Limited) in Mumbai, and was designed completely indigenously at the Directorate of Naval Design in Delhi. It is designed to be stealthy to prevent detection by the enemy at sea and operate under NBC (Nuclear, Biological and Chemical) strike. A total of four ships of the Project 15B class will be built beginning with INS Visakhapatnam. Two follow on ships have been named INS Paradip and INS Marmagoa and will be commissioned in 2020 and 2022 respectively. The fourth one, due in 2024, is yet to be named. Report Error 3. Who among the following has won the 2015 Bahrain Grand Prix? [A]Lewis Hamilton [B]Kimi Raikkonen [C]Nico Rosberg [D]Valtteri Bottas Hide Answer Lewis Hamilton Lewis Hamilton has won the 2015 Bahrain Grand Prix. Kimi Raikkonen came at second place. 4. Which is the highest e-waste generating country in Asia? [A]India [B]Japan [C]China [D]North Korea Hide Answer China The top three Asian nations with the highest e-waste generation in absolute quantities are China (6.0Mt), Japan (2.2Mt) and India (1.7Mt). As per UN report, India is the fifth biggest producer of e-waste in the world, discarding 1.7 million tonnes (Mt) of electronic and electrical equipment in 2014. Report Error 5. Karot hydroelectric project is located in which country? [A]Pakistan [B]Bhutan [C]Bangladesh [D]Nepal Hide Answer Pakistan The Karot Hydropower Project is one of the largest foreign investment and infrastructure projects in Pakistan. China agreed to invest $1.65 billion in the project. The Karot hydropower project has a designed installed capacity of 720,000 kw and generates power of 3.213 billion kw-hours each year. Report Error 6. E-Samiksha is an online project monitoring system launched by ____? [A]Indian Railways [B]NHAI [C]RBI [D]FIPB Hide Answer Indian Railways Indian railway has launched the E-Samiksha an online project monitoring system with an aim of monitoring implementation of various ongoing projects including Rail Budget proposals. Apart from budget-related projects, the E-Samiksha can also be used for monitoring the infrastructure target and board meeting follow-up. Report Error 7. In which country a boycott Andaman and Nicobar Island campaign was launched? [A]India [B]Britain [C]Switzerland [D]Russia Hide Answer Britain A boycott Andaman and Nicobar Islands campaign was begun in Britain. Under the campaign more than 12,300 people from around the world pledge not to visit Indias pristine island destination over the treatment of its Jarawa tribes. UK based Survival International has put together a major signature boycott campaign that asks people not to visit the Andaman Islands until the human safaris are stopped. Report Error 8. The NTCA has recently declared which two national parks as tiger reserves? [A]Kudremukh and Rajaji [B]Ratapani and Sunabeda [C]Guru Ghasidas and Rajaji [D]Rajaji and Sunabeda Hide Answer Kudremukh and Rajaji The NTCA has accorded final approval to Kudremukh National Park in Karnataka and Rajaji National Park in Uttarkhand for being declared as tiger reserves by respective states. Report Error 9. India is implementing Capacity Building for Industrial Pollution Management (CBIPM) project with the support of __? [A]Asian Development Bank [B]Japan Central Bank [C]World Bank [D]Reserve Bank of India Hide Answer World Bank The Government of India, through its Ministry of Environment & Forests, is implementing a project titled Capacity Building for Industrial Pollution Management under the assistance of World Bank. The project objectives are strengthening the environmental management capacity of central and state level regulatory authorities with emphasis on rehabilitation of polluted sites and for undertaking area-based demonstration projects on remediation of contaminated sites. The project also aims at developing a National Program for the Rehabilitation of Polluted Sites to reduce or eliminate the environmental and health risks associated with legacy pollution. Report Error 10. The campaign Call to Action for TB free India aims to make country Tuberculosis free in how many years? [A]Three [B]Five [C]Eight [D]Ten Hide Answer Five Government launched a campaign Call to Action for TB free India to make the country Tuberculosis (TB) free in the next five years. The campaign aims to reach the undetected patients and provide free and full treatment.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-19-20-2015/

1. Which country in SAARC has the highest GDP (PPP) per capita ? [A]Sri Lanka [B]Maldives [C]India [D]Bhutan Hide Answer Maldives Among the SAARC countries, Highest Per Capita GDP (PPP) is of Maldives as per World Economic Outlook Database, April 2015. It stands at 14,383 International Dollars as shown in below table. An international dollar would buy in the cited country a comparable amount of goods and services a U.S. dollar would buy in the United States. It is used in comparing the Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) data of countries. Report Error 2. Which among the following is highest urbanized country? [A]Brazil [B]China [C]India [D]Japan Hide Answer Brazil The percentage of urbanisation is highest is Brazil. Brazil has 87 per cent of urbanisation. As per 2011 census urbanisation in India is 31 per cent while it is 45 per cent in China, 54 per cent in Indonesia and in the range of over 80 per cent in developed countries. Report Error 3. Under which project India is developing guided missile destroyers? [A]Project 20B [B]Project 15B [C]Project 75B [D]Project 40A Hide Answer Project 15B The Project 15B of Indian navy aims to develop stealth guided missile destroyers. Under the project Mazagon Dock Limited will construct four stealth guided missile destroyers. Project 15B destroyers will feature enhanced stealth characteristics as well as incorporating state of the art weaponry and sensors including the extended range Barak 8 surface-to- air missiles. Report Error 4. The Titanium sponge is an ideal material to produce? [A]Aircraft manufacture [B]Mobile phones [C]Electronic items [D]Automobiles making Hide Answer Aircraft manufacture Titanium sponge is known for its high strength but low weight, making it an ideal material for aircraft manufacture, including fighter aircraft besides it is used in nuclear plants, engine parts, ocean platforms, reactors, manufacture of dental implants and artificial bones. Report Error 5. Who has been awarded with Kalashree Award by the Dada Saheb Phalke Film Foundation? [A]Jaya Prada [B]Jaya Bachchan [C]Kareena Kapoor [D]Shriya Saran Hide Answer Jaya Prada Actor-turned-politician Jaya Prada was awarded with Kalashree Award by the Dada Saheb Phalke Film Foundation. She was chosen for the award for her contribution to the field of arts and entertainment. She has acted in over 200 films and also ventured into regional film industry like Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu and Kannada. Report Error 6. Recently, the first meeting of BRICS environment ministers was held in ______? [A]New Delhi [B]Beijing [C]Moscow [D]Bloemfontein Hide Answer Moscow The first meeting of BRICS environment ministers was held in Moscow, Russia. During the meeting environment ministers of BRICS discussed the topic of green economy development and how the BRICS countries could cooperate in tackling the threat of climate change. Report Error 7. Who is the author of the novel All the Light We Cannot See? [A]Anthony Doerr [B]Laila Lalami [C]Richard Ford [D]Joyce Carol Oates Hide Answer Anthony Doerr American writer Anthony Doerr is the author of novel All the Light We Cannot See. It won the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. Report Error 8. BRICS countries account for what fraction of global GDP? [A]15% [B]20% [C]25% [D]30% Hide Answer 20% The BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) five countries account for 26 per cent of the land area, 46 per cent of population and approximately 20% of the gross world product. Report Error 9. Christopher Alan Bayly, who passed away, recently was a famous___? [A]Actor [B]Historian [C]Economist [D]Journalist Hide Answer Historian Christopher Alan Bayly was a virtuoso historian, perhaps the most gifted of his generation anywhere in the world. He was specialized in British Imperial, Indian and global history His work explained important continuities across time for instance, he showed links between Mughal, British and post-colonial styles of intelligence-gathering. 10. In which country Asia African Business Summit kicked off on 21 April 2015? [A]Sri Lanka [B]Bangladesh [C]Indonesia [D]Singapore Hide Answer Indonesia The Asia African Business Summit was begun in Jakarta, Indonesia. The summit launched on the sidelines of the ongoing Asian-African conference. The Bandung spirit, enunciated at the first Asia-African Conference in 1955, emphasises promoting unity and cooperation among Asian and African nations.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-21-22-2015/1. Who was awarded with the prestigious Master Deenanath Mangeshkar Award 2015? [A]Anil Kapoor [B]Sunil Shetty [C]Amitabh Bachchan [D]Amir Khan Hide Answer Anil Kapoor Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor has been honoured with the prestigious Deenanath Mangeshkar award. This was the 73rd edition of the awards. Besides Anil Kapoor, Marathi actor Dilip Prabhalkar was also conferred with the award. Reference Report Error 2. Which state has maximum certified area under organic farming? [A]Rajasthan [B]Madhya Pradesh [C]Maharashtra [D]Sikkim Hide Answer Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh has maximum certified area under organic farming. In Madhya Pradesh certified area of 2.32 lakh hectares under organic farming out of a total 7.23 lakh hectares in India. Report Error 3. India and which country finalised a draft pact on coastal shipping, recently? [A]Sri Lanka [B]Bangladesh [C]Pakistan [D]Bhutan Hide Answer Bangladesh India and Bangladesh have finalised a draft pact on coastal shipping. The pact would allow river sea vessels (RSVs) to carry cargo between the neighbouring countries. Report Error 4. Which country has been named happiest country in the world as per latest World Happiness Report? [A]Norway [B]Denmark [C]Switzerland [D]Iceland Hide Answer Switzerland Switzerland has been named the happiest country in the World in the latest World Happiness Report. India comes in at the 117th spot out of 158 countries in the report. The other countries in the top five are Iceland, Denmark, Norway and Canada. The report takes into account GDP per capita, life expectancy, social support and freedom to make life choices as indicators of happiness. Report Error 5. Which movie has won maximum awards at the International Indian Film Awards? [A]Queen [B]Ek Villain [C]Haider [D]PK Hide Answer Haider Haider movie topped at the International Indian Film Awards by grabbing 6 technical awards out of 8 nominations. Vishal Bhardwajs Shakespearean adaptation Haider was awarded in six categories including costume designing, background score, sound mixing, sound design, production design and make-up. Queen nabbed two awards for screenplay and editing. Report Error 6. Which state has been awarded best e-Panchayat state in 2015 on national Panchayati Raj diwas? [A]Karnataka [B]Kerala [C]Assam [D]Rajasthan Hide Answer Assam Assam state has been awarded as the best e-Panchayat state on the occasion of National Panchayati Raj diwas. National Panchayati Raj diwas observed every year on 24 April. Report Error 7. To which Japanese automobile company, India has become the top global market both in terms of volumes as well as revenues? [A]Yamaha [B]Honda [C]Suzuki [D]Toyota Hide Answer Suzuki India has been topping Suzukis global markets both in terms of volumes as well as revenue. The Indian market now ranks among the top five markets globally for almost all the top Japanese automobile brands. Report Error 8. Who is the new chief of United Nations mission to fight Ebola (UNMEER)? [A]Peter Jan Graaff [B]Ould Cheikh Ahmed [C]David Nabarro [D]John Davis Hide Answer Peter Jan Graaff Netherlands Peter Jan Graff has been appointed as new chief of UN mission to fight Ebola. Graff is replacing Ismail Ould Cheikh at UNMEER, after the Mauritanian diplomat was appointed to special UN envoy for Yemen. Report Error 9. Who was the only U.S President to be awarded a Pulitzer Prize? [A]John F. Kennedy [B]George W Bush [C]Jimmy Carter [D]Bill Clinton Hide Answer John F. Kennedy John F. Kennedy was the only US president to award with Pulitzer Prize. He was awarded the 1957 Pulitzer Prize for his book Profiles in Courage. Report Error 10. Recently, India has delivered three Cheetal military choppers to which neighbouring country? [A]Pakistan [B]Bangladesh [C]Afghanistan [D]Sri Lanka Hide Answer Afghanistan India has delivered three military choppers to Afghanistan ahead of the first visit by Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani to New Delhi.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-23-24-2015/1. Gas hydrates are naturally occurring ice-like substances mainly composed of ___? [A]Methane [B]Carbon dioxide [C]Carbon monoxide [D]Ethane Hide Answer Methane Gas hydrates are naturally occurring, crystalline, ice-like substances composed of gas molecule mainly methane and water. Scientific interest in gas hydrates is driven mainly by its potential future role as an energy resource and by the role of methane as a strong greenhouse gas and contributor to global climate change. Report Error 2. Which is the nodal agency for access and accredit institution of higher education in India? [A]AICTE [B]NBA [C]NAAC [D]UGC Hide Answer NAAC The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NACC) is an autonomous body under UGC which access and accredit institution of higher education in the country. The NAAC was established in 1994 and its headquarters is located in Bangalore. Report Error 3. Which bank won the Asian Banker Achievement Award 2015? [A]ICICI Bank [B]Bharatiya Mahila Bank [C]State Bank of Mysore [D]Axis Bank Hide Answer Bharatiya Mahila Bank Bharatiya Mahila Bank won the Asian Banker Achievement Award 2015 for Technology Implementation in the category of Best Outsourcing Project (New Bank). Report Error 4. Recently, India and which country agreed to conserve the Spectacled Langur? [A]Nepal [B]Bangladesh [C]China [D]Pakistan Hide Answer Bangladesh India and Bangladesh joined hands to conserve the rare spectacled langur along with other primates found in Patharia Hills Reserve Forest on either side of the countries. The reserve forest is home to the endangered spectacled langur, Hoolock gibbon and golden langur. Report Error 5. From time to time, which among the following organizations publishes Progress of the Worlds Women report? [A]United Nations [B]World Bank [C]UNICEF [D]WTO Hide Answer United Nations United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) published the Progress of the Worlds Women report. The report will focus on womens access to justice. Report Error 6. Which is the venue for the Asian Banker Summit 2015? [A]Hong Kong [B]Shanghai [C]New Delhi [D]Dhaka Hide Answer Hong Kong The 16th Asian Banker Summit was held in Hong Kong. The Asian Banker Summit, is the regions largest annual meeting of global thought leaders and senior industry practitioners, it is the foremost forum for engaging on global themes bringing together global thought leaders and industry specialists. Report Error 7. Who has been awarded with Outstanding Service Award for his service in Singapore? [A]Anil Singhvi [B]Gopinath Pillai [C]Ranjit Chaudhari [D]Shiva Nayar Hide Answer Gopinath Pillai Indian-origin diplomat Gopinath Pillai was honoured with Outstanding Service Award for his services to the city-state by the National University of Singapore (NUS). Pillai is currently the Ambassador-at-Large of Singapore and special envoy to Andhra Pradesh. Report Error 8. Which region has worlds most skewed gender wage gap? [A]South Asia [B]West Africa [C]Europe [D] North America Hide Answer South Asia As the Progress of the Worlds Women 2015-2016 report South Asia has the worlds most skewed gender wage gap. It is also among the few regions where the gender labour force participation gap is both large and growing. In South Asia, the gender pay gap is 35 per cent for women with children compared to 14 per cent for those without. Report Error 9. Who was honoured with Raj Kapoor Life Time Contribution award by Maharashtra government? [A]Vidya Balan [B]Katrina Kaif [C]Shashikala [D]Sonali Kulkarni Hide Answer Shashikala Veteran actress Shashikala was chosen for Raj Kapoor Life Time contribution award, while Vidya Balan was chosen for the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution award by Maharashtra government. The V Shantaram Life Time Achievement Award will be given to veteran cinematographer Suryakant Lavande and the V Shantaram special contribution award will go to actress Sonali Kulkarni. Report Error 10. VARUNA is a naval combat exercise between India and which country? [A]USA [B]France [C]China [D]UK Hide Answer France Varuna is a naval combat exercise between India and France. The 14th edition of Varuna started at Goa on April 23, 2015. The 10 day naval exercise will see 12 Rafale fighter jets in action off the Goa coast along with a host of naval assets of both countries. The Indian navy and the French navy have been conducting naval exercise since 1983 and these exercise were rechristened as Varuna in 2001.http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-25-26-2015/

1. Which mission was launched by NASA to better understand the components of exoplanet? [A]NExSS [B]MExSS [C]XExSS [D]RExSS Hide Answer NExSS NASA launched the Nexus for Exoplanet System Science (NExSS) project to study the exoplanet. The project aims to better understand the various components of exoplanet, as well as how the parent stars and neighbouring planets might interact to support life. 2. What is the name of Indian Navys proposed new base near Porbandar in Gujarat? [A]INS Mahatma Gandhi [B]INS Subhash Chandra Bose [C]INS Sardar Vallabhai Patel [D]INS Bhaghat Singh Hide Answer INS Sardar Vallabhai Patel Indian Navy will commission a new base near Porbandar in Gujarat. The new base will be named INS Sardar Vallabhai Patel. This will be the second base on the Gujarat and will be commissioned on 9 May by Gujarat Chief Minister. The move is to check increased threat along maritime border with Pakistan. Reference Report Error

3. Which auto-mobile maker launched the Safe Roads campaign to create awareness about road safety? [A]Tata Motors [B]Mercedes Benz [C]Toyota [D]Hyundai Hide Answer Mercedes Benz German automaker Mercedes Benz has launched Safe Roads campaign to emphasise awareness on road safety in India. The campaign is a joint CSR initiative of Mercedes Benz global headquarter and its group firm operating in India. According to reports approximately 140,000 people die every year on Indian roads, largely due to ignorance of safety norms and rules. Report Error 4. Who is the recipient of the 2015 Heinz Award for Technology, the Economy, and Employment? [A]Sangeeta Bhatia [B]Vinodh Mehta [C]Arvind Mishra [D]Subhash Ghani Hide Answer Sangeeta Bhatia Indian-origin scientist Sangeeta Bhatia, has been named the recipient of the 2015 Heinz Award for Technology, the Economy, and Employment. Bhatia is currently scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She won the prestigious $2,50,000 Heinz award for her work in tissue engineering and disease detection. The Heinz Awards annually recognise individuals for their extraordinary contributions to arts and humanities; environment; human condition; public policy; and technology, the economy, and employment. Reference Report Error 5. Which team has won the Mens National Hockey Championship 2015? [A]Karnataka [B]Telangana [C]Indian Railways [D]Madhya Pradesh Hide Answer Indian Railways Railway Sports Promotion Board has won the 5th Senior Mens National Hockey Championship 2015. In the final match, they defeated Uttar Pradesh Hockey team by 5-3 goals which was played at Pune. While in this championship, the 3rd Position was secured by Air India Sports Promotion Board who had outplayed Hockey Gangpur-Odisha by 5-3 goals. Report Error 6. The Bipolar disorder is related to which among the following? [A]Heart [B]Lungs [C]Brain [D]Liver Hide Answer Brain Bipolar disorder is characterized by cycling mood changes, including severe highs (mania) and lows (depression). Thus, it is a brain disorder. Other related disorder is Schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a brain disorder that distorts the way a person thinks, acts, expresses emotions, perceives reality, and relates to others. Reference Report Error 7. The Modified Special Incentive Package Scheme (M-SIPS) was launched to promote which sector? [A]Automobiles [B]Textile [C]Electronics [D]Ship Building Hide Answer Electronics The Modified Special Incentive Package Scheme (M-SIPS) was launched to promote large-scale manufacturing, to offset disability and to attract domestic and global investments into the Electronic System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) sector in India. The scheme is available for both new projects and expansion projects. The scheme provides subsidy for investments in capital expenditure 20% for investments in SEZs and 25% in non-SEZs. Reference Report Error 8. Which countries won the men and women world team chess championship, respectively? [A]China and Georgia [B]China and India [C]India and Georgia [D]Russia and China Hide Answer China and Georgia China won the FIDE mens world team chess championship for the first time in Tsaghksdzor, Armenia, after beating India 3-1 in the last round. The Chinese team composed of Bu Xiangzhi, Ding Liren, Yu Yangyi, Wei Yi and Wang Chen, finished with 15 points from nine rounds in the round-robin tournament which featured the worlds best 10 teams. Ukraine took the silver with 12 points, and hosts Armenia had bronze with 11 points. Georgia won the 2015 FIDE Womens World Team Chess Championship by defeating the host country and three-times champion China. Report Error 9. Who is the chairman of BCCI technical committee that has recommended several changes in Ranaji format? [A]Sachin Tendulkar [B]Anil Kumble [C]Rahul Dravid [D]Ajay Jadeja Hide Answer Anil Kumble Anil Kumble is the chairman of BCCI technical committee constituted to recommend several changes in Ranaji format. The committee has recommended the number of overs to be increased from 90 to 95 per day in the four and five-day games of the Ranji Trophy and also do away with the single point for salvaging a draw after conceding a lead. Reference Report Error 10. For which of the following novels, Indias Siddhartha Gigoo has won the 2015 Commonwealth Short Story Prize for Asia region? [A]Umbrella Man [B]The Garden of Solitude [C]Reflections [D]Fall and Other Poems Hide Answer Umbrella Man Siddhartha Gigoo has won the 2015 Commonwealth Short Story Prize for Asia region for Umbrella Man, a tale of surreal meditation on mental health and the environment. Born in Srinagar in 1974, Gigoos first novel The Garden of Solitude was first published in 2011. He has also written two poetry books, Fall and Other Poems (1994) and Reflections (1995). Meanwhile, the African regional winner is Light by Lesley Nneka Arimah (Nigeria), the Canada and Europe Regional Winner is The Human Phonograph by Jonathan Tel (UK) the Caribbean Regional Winner is The King of Settlement 4 by Kevin Jared Hosein and the Trinidad, Pacific Regional Winner is Famished Eels by Mary Rokonadravu (Fiji).http://www.gktoday.in/gk-current-affairs-april-27-28-2015/

1. Which is the most widely used fuel-oxidiser combination in cryogenic rocket engines? [A]Liquid hydrogen and oxygen [B]Liquid hydrogen and nitrogen [C]Liquid nitrogen and oxygen [D]Liquid carbon dioxide and oxygen Hide Answer Liquid hydrogen and oxygen The combination of liquid hydrogen (LH2) fuel and the liquid oxygen (LOX) oxidizer is one of the most widely used fuel-oxidiser combination. Both components are easily and cheaply available, and when burned have one of the highest enthalpy releases by combustion, producing specific impulse up to 450 s (effective exhaust velocity 4.4 km/s). Reference Report Error 2. Who has become the first India-born woman to be appointed as Judge in the New York City? [A]Chaitra Baligar [B]Amrutha Pandey [C]Raja Rajeswari [D]Sandhya Malik Hide Answer Raja Rajeswari Indian-born woman Raja Rajeswari has been sworn in as a criminal court judge in the New York City. She became the first India-born woman to be appointed as Judge in the New York City. Rajeswari has served in the district attorneys office for the past 16 years and has been the deputy chief of the special victims for more than four years. Report Error 3. Which organization has been entrusted with the responsibility of issuing e-tickets for entry to Taj Mahal and the Humayuns Tomb? [A]SBI [B]IRCTC [C]NIC [D]HDFC Hide Answer IRCTC Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) joined hands with ASI for the e-ticket facility for entry to Taj Mahal and Humayuns Tomb. Report Error 4. Which country has emerged as champions at Presidents Cup Boxing Tournament? [A]India [B]Mongolia [C]Indonesia [D]Japan Hide Answer India India was crowned champions at Presidents Cup Open International Boxing Tournament. This is for the 1st time that India was crowned champions at the Presidents Cup which was organized at Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia. India finished the tournament on top with thirty three points that included four Gold and one Bronze. Mongolia was placed second in the tournament. Report Error 5. Which city is famous for the Chithirai festival, one of worlds longest festivals? [A]Madurai [B]Patna [C]Ahmadabad [D]Mysore Hide Answer Madurai The Chithirai festival is one of the biggest celebrations in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It re-enacts the wedding of Lord Sundareswarar (Lord Shiva) and Goddess Meenakshi (Lord Vishnus sister). The festival begins on the fifth day of the bright half of the Tamil month Chitrai (April/May). In 2015, the date of the Chithirai festival is from April 21 to May 7. Report Error 6. Omar al-Bashir, has been re-elected as president of which country? [A]Syria [B]Sudan [C]Iran [D]Ukraine Hide Answer Sudan Sudans President Omar al-Bashir has won re-election with 94 per cent of vote. Bashir, who took power in a bloodless coup in 1989, is the only sitting head of state facing genocide charges at the International Criminal Court. The charges stem from the conflict in the Darfur region. Report Error 7. As per data, which are the two Indian cities at highest risk of being devastated by an earthquake? [A]Guwahati and Nagpur [B]Nagpur and Srinagar [C]Guwahati and Srinagar [D]Jamnagar and Guwahati Hide Answer Guwahati and Srinagar As per government data Guwahati and Srinagar are the two Indian cities at highest risk of being devastated by an earthquake. Guwahati and Srinagar fall in what is called very severe intensity zone, or zone V, the highest-risk earthquake zone. Eight cities, including Delhi, fall in the severe intensity zone or zone IV, according to a seismic zoning map issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards and quoted in this National Disaster Management (NDM) report. The other 30 cities fall in the moderate intensity zone, or zone III. Reference Report Error 8. Which of the following leaders has been recently (April 2015) honoured with Officer of the Legion of Honour, the highest French civilian distinction?