Latest Current Affairs in 2022 : May 2022 Current Affairs, GKToday, Great Learning

1 .

Which state will launch India's first state-owned OTT platform on November 1?

A)

Telangana

B)

Kerala

C)

Karnataka

D)

Maharashtra

Correct Answer : Kerala

In a first in the country, Kerala will launch a state-owned over-the-top (OTT) platform, 'CSpace', on November 1 offering film lovers an array of movies, short films and documentaries of their choice.

Minister for Cultural Affairs Saji Cheriyan revealed the name of the OTT platform as CSpace, which is an initiative of Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) on behalf of the state government, through video conferencing at a function in Kalabhavan Theatre, here on Wednesday(18th May 2022)..

Source : Economic Times

Published On : May 18, 2022

2 .

Which state/ UT's Lieutenant Governor resigned from his position on May 18, 2022?

A)

Chandigarh

B)

Delhi

C)

Ladakh

D)

Jammu and Kashmir

Correct Answer : Delhi

Anil Baijal resigned as Delhi's Lieutenant Governor on Wednesday(18th May 2022). He submitted his resignation to President Ram Nath Kovind citing personal reasons, sources said.

Anil Baijal took over as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi on December 31 in 2016, following the sudden resignation of his predecessor Najeeb Jung.

Anil Baijal completed five years in office on December 31, 2021. There is no fixed tenure for the post of Delhi Lieutenant Governor..

Source : India Today

Published On : May 18, 2022

3 .

Who was elected to the US National Academy of Sciences in May 2022?

A)

Dr. Saikat Biswas

B)

Dr. Ashutosh Mishra

C)

Dr Kamal Bawa

D)

Dr.B.Vijaya Kumar

Correct Answer : Dr Kamal Bawa

The chief of Bengaluru-based Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE), Dr Kamal Bawa has been elected to the US National Academy of Sciences. The election is the reaffirmation of our important work on the ecology, conservation, and management of tropical forests that are declining all over the world but are critical to humanity’s well-being. He is also an elected fellow of the Royal Society (London) and the American Philosophical Society.

Dr Bawa had brought together a few scientists from India’s leading institutions to develop the National Mission on Biodiversity and Human Wellbeing under the banner of the Biodiversity Collaborative which got the backing of the office of the principal scientific adviser to the Government of India and is currently funded by the Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies.

Published On : May 18, 2022

4 .

Which is the 52nd Tiger Reserve in India?

A)

Ramgarh Vishdhari

B)

Jeypore Rainforest

C)

Rollapadu

D)

Dehing Patkai Wildlife

Correct Answer : Ramgarh Vishdhari

* The Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary in Rajasthan was notified as India's 52nd tiger reserve on May 16, 202, as per Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav.

* It will help to conserve biodiversity and bring ecotourism and development to the area. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) had given in-principle approval to make Ramgarh Vishdhari Wildlife Sanctuary and adjoining areas as tiger reserves on July 5 last year.

* Wild animals like Indian wolf, leopard, striped hyena, sloth bear, golden jackal, chinkara, nilgai and fox can be seen in the Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve. According to the “Status of Tigers in India” report released in 2019, there are 2,967 tigers in 20 states across the country.

Published On : May 18, 2022

5 .

Where is Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary located?

A)

Telangana

B)

Kerala

C)

Madhya Pradesh

D)

Rajasthan

Correct Answer : Rajasthan

The Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary in Rajasthan was notified as India's 52nd tiger reserve on May 16, 2022, as per Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. This has become the fourth tiger reserve in Rajasthan after Ranthambore, Sariska and Mukundra. The reserve has been called 'critical' by wildlife experts and conservationists for the movement of Tigers between Ranthambore and Mukundra reserves.

Published On : May 18, 2022

6 .

Pieter Elbers has been appointed as the CEO of which airline company?

A)

IndiGo

B)

Vistara

C)

SpiceJet

D)

Air India

Correct Answer : IndiGo

InterGlobe Aviation, the parent company of low-cost carrier IndiGo, on Wednesday(18th May 2022) appointed Pieter Elbers as its new Chief Executivie Officer (CEO). Mr Elbers will join from October 1, 2022, the airline stated in a notification to exchanges.

"He succeeds Ronojoy Dutta, 71, who has decided to retire on September 30, 2022, after guiding IndiGo through the turbulent Covid-19 period," it added..

Source : NDTV

Published On : May 18, 2022

7 .

Which state launched the 'Lok Milni' to redressal of public grievances?

A)

Assam

B)

Punjab

C)

Gujarat

D)

Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer : Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister "Bhagwant Mann" heard grievances of people and issued directions for their redressal in a first-of-its-kind public interaction programme, 'Lok Milni', which was launched here on Monday(16th May 2022).

The chief minister said this interactive programme is aimed at providing a single-window platform to the people for redressal of their complaints.

But, the Punjab Congress called the programme "a selectively scripted show to create an illusion of governance".

This event helps to facilitate the people for resolving their long-pending administrative issues..

Source : Business Standard

Published On : May 18, 2022

8 .

Who has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Royal Enfield by Eicher Motors in May 2022?

A)

Vipin Sondhi

B)

Satyakam Arya

C)

B Govindarajan

D)

Abhay kumar Firodia

Correct Answer : B Govindarajan

Eicher Motors Limited (EML), the parent company of Royal Enfield, has announced the appointment of B Govindarajan as the motorcycle brand's Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Previously, Govindarajan had been serving as the Executive Director of Royal Enfield since August last year, and prior to that, he was the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at the company since 2013.

In addition, Govindarajan will also serve as a Wholetime Director on the Board of EML. He has spent over 23 years working across Royal Enfield and Eicher Motors, and over the years, has led several key developments including the likes of Himalayan, Continental GT 650 and Interceptor INT 650 as well as the more recent J-platform based Meteor and Classic 350 models.

The announcement came along with the company's Q4 FY2022 results, post the Board of Directors meeting held on Friday, May 13, 2022. Eicher Motors says appointment of B Govindarajan as CEO, Royal Enfield was in line with the company’s long-term ambitions, strategic growth plans and a strong product launch line-up. The company believes that Govindarajan’s business and technical knowledge, leadership skills, industry understanding and experience in the industry and tenure at Royal Enfield will help him take the company to the next level..

Source : Times Of India

Published On : May 18, 2022

9 .

Who is visit Lumbini in Nepal on occasion of Buddha Purnima on Monday(16th May 2022)?

A)

Amit Shah

B)

Ram Nath Kovind

C)

Narendra Modi

D)

Venkaiah Naidu

Correct Answer : Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Lumbini, Nepal on the occasion of Vaishakha Buddha Purnima. Mr Modi was received by Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba on his arrival at Lumbini. Mr Modi is visiting the sacred Mayadevi temple in Lumbini to offer prayers. He will also deliver an address at a Buddha Jayanti event organized by the Lumbini Development Trust under the aegis of the Government of Nepal.

During the visit, Mr Modi will also participate in the Shilanyas ceremony for the construction of a unique centre for Buddhist Culture and Heritage within the Lumbini Monastic Zone. The construction of the unique India International Centre for Buddhist Culture and Heritage with a universal appeal will be undertaken by the International Buddhist Confederation, India under the auspices of the Lumbini Development Trust with the financial support of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. International Buddhist Confederation is a grantee body under the Ministry of Culture. The Buddhist Centre will be the first Net Zero Emission building in Nepal..

Source : News On Air

Published On : May 18, 2022

10 .

Who was appointed MD and CEO of Larsen & Toubro in 2022?

A)

S.N. Subrahmanyan

B)

Mr. Ravi Goel

C)

Dr BPS Reddy

D)

R Srikrishna

Correct Answer : S.N. Subrahmanyan

S.N. Subrahmanyan, the current deputy managing director and president of Larsen and Toubro Ltd (L&T), has been named Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer, marking the first change of guard at the top of India’s largest engineering and construction corporation in 18 years. S.N. Subramanyam will replace A.M. Naik as the CEO of the company.

Published On : May 18, 2022