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1 .

World's largest floating solar energy project in India is going to be constructed on Omkareshwar Dam. This dam is located on which river?

A)

Tapti

B)

Gomti

C)

Godavari

D)

Narmada

Correct Answer : Narmada

World's largest floating solar energy project in India is going to be constructed on Omkareshwar Dam on Narmada river.

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2 .

Who has signed the USD 105 million project to improve waterways in West Bengal?

A)

IMF

B)

World Bank

C)

ADB

D)

DBS Bank

Correct Answer : World Bank

World Bank signs 105 million dollars project to improve waterways in West Bengal New Delhi, Jan 6 (KNN) The Government of India, the Government of West Bengal and the World Bank has signed a 105 million dollars project to improve the inland water transport infrastructure in Kolkata, West Bengal.

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3 .

What is the range of nuclear capable Agni-V missile?

A)

5000 km

B)

4000 km

C)

3000 km

D)

2000 km

Correct Answer : 5000 km

Agni-V (lit: "Fire") is an Indian nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation. The missile is believed to have a range of around 5,000 to 8,000 km. Indian officials have described it as an intercontinental missile. It is a three-stage, road-mobile and solid-fueled missile which is transported by a truck and launched via a canister. Its first flight was conducted in 2012.

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4 .

Which company has signed MOU with Maharashtra Metro for the implementation of advanced Biodigester MK-2 technology?

A)

TATA

B)

L & T

C)

BEML

D)

DRDO

Correct Answer : DRDO

The DRDO has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation for implementation of Advanced Biodigester Mk-II Technology in Metro Rail Network.

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5 .

‘SwasthVayu’, a Non-invasive Ventilator, which was seen in the news recently, was developed by which organsiation?

A)

DRDO

B)

ISRO

C)

CSIR

D)

BARC

Correct Answer : CSIR

Scientists at the CSIR -National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) recently developed a non-invasive ventilator named Swasthya Vayu.

The scientists have collaborated with the medical professionals from CSIR-IGIB, to develop the ventilator. It has been certified by the Health Ministry’s Expert Committee to be used for Covid-19 patients who require oxygen supplementation up to 35%.

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6 .

Which company has partnered with SIDBI, to provide a finance scheme to MSMEs in rooftop solar segment?

A)

L&T

B)

Tata Power

C)

Ashok Leyland

D)

Mahindra & Mahindra

Correct Answer : Tata Power

Tata Power has partnered with Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), to provide a finance scheme to the MSMEs in the rooftop solar segment.

Under the financing solution, MSMEs will be able to get financial aid without any collateral at an interest rate of less than 10 per cent. The loan will also be sanctioned and disbursed in a quick manner.

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7 .

The PM CARES Fund Trust has allocated Rs 201 crores for installation of which equipment?

A)

Air Purifiers

B)

Make Shift Hospitals

C)

Oxygen Generation Plants

D)

RO- Water Purifiers

Correct Answer : Oxygen Generation Plants

The Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM CARES) Fund Trust has allocated Rs 201.58 crore rupees for installation of 162 dedicated Medical Oxygen Generation Plants.

The Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) plants are to be procured by the Central Medical Supply Store, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The PSA plants are source of medical-grade oxygen.

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8 .

Which state government has rolled out the 'Launch Pad Scheme'?

A)

Madhya Pradesh

B)

Maharashtra

C)

Karnataka

D)

Andhra Pradesh

Correct Answer : Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh has rolled out 'Launch Pad Scheme' to make the youth in the state self-reliant. The scheme has been rolled out by the state's Women and Child Development Department for the welfare of the youth.

The Launch Pad Scheme is being rolled for young girls and boys coming out of child care institutions after completing 18 years of age.

The scheme's key objective is to provide a platform to these youth, which will enable them to become self reliant by continuing their education and training.

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9 .

The Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd has bagged orders worth of what amount hydro projects in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana?

A)

Rs. 2200 cr

B)

Rs. 2500 cr

C)

Rs. 3000 cr

D)

Rs. 3200 cr

Correct Answer : Rs. 3200 cr

The Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) has bagged orders worth Rs 3,200 cr for hydro projects in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

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10 .

A three-judge bench headed by Justice A M Khanwilkar delivered verdict on which case, by 2:1 majority?

A)

Covid-19 vaccination case

B)

Ayodhya Land Case

C)

Hathras Case

D)

Central Vista Project Case

Correct Answer : Central Vista Project Case

The Supreme Court’s three-judge bench headed by Justice A M Khanwilkar delivered its verdict on Central Vista Project Case.

The bench approved the re-development project by a 2:1 majority and upheld the exercise of power by the Centre as just and valid. It also confirmed the modifications in the change in land use and the recommendations of the environmental committee.

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