Latest Current Affairs Online Quiz in 2020, April, May and June Current Affairs in 2020

1 .

Which state leads in sweet potato production across India?

A)

Odisha

B)

Karnataka

C)

Tamil Nadu

D)

Andhra Pradesh

Correct Answer : Odisha

Odisha state leads in production of Sweet potatoes across the country. Recently a group of farmers has successfully grown purple sweet potatoes in summer, which is a winter crop harvested in September and March.

According to the Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI), purple sweet potatoes have a high anthocyanin content of 90 milligrams per hundred grams.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

2 .

The principal rainy season for the Indian subcontinent, June to September, is referred to as which season?

A)

Rainy Season

B)

South-west Monsoon

C)

Autumn Season

D)

North-east Monsoon

Correct Answer : South-west Monsoon

The principal rainy season for the Indian subcontinent, June to September, is referred to as the ‘Southwest Monsoon’ period.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that the Southwest Monsoon has arrived over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which is an indication that it will reach the mainland soon.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

3 .

Which Vaccine manufacturer signed an exclusive deal with Thomas Jefferson University of Philadelphia to develop a new vaccine candidate for COVID-19?

A)

VGOTECH INDIA

B)

Bionic Pharmaceuticals

C)

Bharat Biotech

D)

Serum Institute Of India Ltd

Correct Answer : Bharat Biotech

Vaccine manufacturer Bharat Biotech and Thomas Jefferson University of Philadelphia have signed an exclusive deal to develop a new vaccine candidate for COVID-19 at Jefferson with the support from the Department of Biotechnology, Bharat Biotech aims for human trials in early December 2020. This vaccine was developed in January 2020 at Infectious diseases expert Professor Matthias Schnell's lab and completed the preliminary tests in animal models. The mice which received the vaccine showed strong antibody response.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

4 .

UNICEF partnered with which company to support the school children in the coronavirus affected areas and provide them access to remote learning in africa?

A)

Bharti Airtel

B)

Idea Cellular

C)

Tata Indicom

D)

Reliance

Correct Answer : Bharti Airtel

United Nations Children's Fund partnered with Bharti Airtel's Africa Arm to support the school children in the coronavirus affected areas and provide them access to remote learning and financial assistance to their families through mobile cash transfer.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

5 .

PM Modi allocated how much fund as immediate assistance to West Bengal to recover from its loses due to devastating Cyclone Amphan?

A)

Rs 2500 crore

B)

Rs 2000 crore

C)

Rs 1500 crore

D)

Rs 1000 crore

Correct Answer : Rs 1000 crore

PM Narendra Modi & Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee jointly conducted the survey of areas affected by Cyclone Amphan on May 22, 2020. After conducting the aerial survey of the areas, PM Modi allocated Rs 1000 crore as immediate assistance to West Bengal to recover from its loses. The devastating Cyclone Amphan made landfall in West Bengal on May 20, 2020 and damaged several parts of the states including capital Kolkata.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

6 .

Which of the following State Governments is to launch Everybody will get employment scheme?

A)

Haryana

B)

Uttar Pradesh

C)

Himachal Pradesh

D)

Madhya Pradesh

Correct Answer : Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh State Government is to launch Everybody will get employment scheme. The scheme will be inaugurated by Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan through video conferencing. Under this scheme, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA) job cards will be distributed to the labourers.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

7 .

World Metrology Day (WMD) is celebrated every year on which day?

A)

May 19

B)

May 20

C)

May 22

D)

May 23

Correct Answer : May 20

World Metrology Day (WMD) is celebrated every year on May 20, celebrating the International Systems of Units. The term Metrology is a study of measurements. On this day, many nations internationally collaborate to create awareness about metrology and its advancement in the respective field. Theme for the year 2020 is Measurements for global trade. The theme raises awareness about the important role of measurement in facilitating fair global trade, ensuring products meet standards and regulations, and satisfying customer quality expectations.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

8 .

What is the name of Artificial Intelligence(AI)-powered mobile app launched to enable candidates to take mock tests for upcoming exams such as JEE main, NEET?

A)

Sarva Test Abhyas

B)

Sarva Test exercise

C)

National Test Abhyas

D)

National Test Practice

Correct Answer : National Test Abhyas

Union Human Resource Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank launched an Artificial Intelligence(AI)-powered mobile app called the 'National Test Abhyas'. The app is developed by National Testing Agency(NTA) to enable candidates to take mock tests for upcoming exams such as Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) main, National Eligibility cum Entrance Test exam(NEET) under the NTA's purview.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

9 .

Government raises subsidy on DAP fertiliser by 140%. What does DAP stand for?

A)

Diammonium Phosphate

B)

Dichloride Pottasium

C)

Dialuminium Phosphate

D)

Dihydroxyacetone phosphate

Correct Answer : Diammonium Phosphate

The Central Government announced to hike the fertiliser subsidy to Rs 1,200 per bag of Diammonium Phosphate (DAP).

This decision has been taken in a high-level meeting on the issue of fertiliser prices after taking into account of the rising prices of phosphoric acid, ammonia etc internationally. The subsidy was increased from Rs 500 per bag to Rs 1,200 per bag, at an increase of 140%.

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45

10 .

With reference to Environmental Science, what is A-76, which was seen in news recently?

A)

Iceberg

B)

Moss

C)

Frog

D)

Fungus

Correct Answer : Iceberg

As per the recent data from the European Space Agency, the Iceberg A-76 broke from the western side of the Ronne Ice Shelf in Antarctica is now floating on the Weddell Sea.

This is said to be the largest iceberg in the world as it measures around 170 kilometers long and 25 kilometers wide. The Antarctica ice sheet is warming faster than the rest of the planet, causing melting of snow, ice covers and the retreat of glaciers, around the Weddell Sea

Published On : 07/17/2021 01:47:45