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1 .
Which financial services company has partnered with USAID to launch ‘Project Kirana’ for women entrepreneurs in India?
A)
American Express
B)
Mastercard
C)
Rupay
D)
VISA

Correct Answer :   Mastercard

Global financial services and payment technology company Mastercard has partnered with USAID to launch a programme called ‘Project Kirana’.
Under the programme, the organisations aim to expand financial inclusion and encourage women who own or operate kirana shops to adopt digital payments, thereby helping to increase their revenue. Around 3000 women are to be enrolled across Uttar Pradesh, in a pilot step.

Published On : July 19, 2021
2 .
What is the name of the festival, celebrated across Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh in November, dedicated to Sun God?
A)
Dussehra
B)
Chhath
C)
Kartik Deep
D)
Karva Chauth

Correct Answer :   Chhath

The four-day-long festival named ‘Chhath Puja’ dedicated to Sun God, is celebrated across Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh in November, dedicated to Sun God.
Devotees from across the country observe fast, offer prayers to the Sun God and take a dip in the river. It is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in the states and in some parts of the neighbouring country, Nepal.

Published On : July 19, 2021
3 .
Which Day related to the AYUSH Ministry is celebrated on November 18, since 2018?
A)
Unani Day
B)
Ayurveda Day
C)
Naturopathy Day
D)
Homeopathy Day

Correct Answer :   Naturopathy Day

The Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) Ministry celebrates the Naturopathy Day on November 18.
It was first celebrated in the year 2018, with the aim of promoting drug-less system of medicine. It seeks to prevent diseases by modifying the diet and lifestyle. Ayurveda Day is marked on November 5, Unani Day on February 11, Siddha Day on January 4. World Homeopathy day is marked on April 10.

Published On : July 19, 2021
4 .
Who has been announced as the brand ambassador of Vize?
A)
Virat Kohli
B)
Hardik Himanshu Pandya
C)
Rohit Gurunath Sharma
D)
Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Correct Answer :   Virat Kohli

Vize Health and Hygiene has roped in Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli as brand ambassador for its new personal hygiene and sanitation brand Vize.

Published On : July 19, 2021
5 .
What is the theme of National Newborn Week 2020 ?
A)
Equity, Dignity for every newborn
B)
Health facility for every newborn at everywhere
C)
Dignity for every newborn at every health facility
D)
Quality, Equity, Dignity for every newborn at every health facility and everywhere

Correct Answer :   Quality, Equity, Dignity for every newborn at every health facility and everywhere

The theme of National Newborn Week 2020 is 'Quality, Equity, Dignity for every newborn at every health facility and everywhere'.The National Newborn Week 2020 is observed every year from 15 to 21 November.

Published On : July 19, 2021
6 .
Which company secured the contract to build India's first High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project?
A)
L & T
B)
Tata Projects
C)
Tantia Constructions
D)
Metcon India Realty & Infrastructure

Correct Answer :   L & T

Larsen and Toubro secured contract to build Mumbai-Ahmadabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project. 87.569 km project popularly referred as the Bullet Train project.

Published On : July 19, 2021
7 .
Who has been awarded as India's Greatest Workplace 2020?
A)
DHL Express
B)
Amway India
C)
Bajaj Finance
D)
Cisco Systems India

Correct Answer :   Amway India

Amway India gets awarded as "India's Greatest Workplace" owing to the extraordinary working culture and facilities offered by the organization New Delhi.

Published On : July 19, 2021
8 .
Who has been elected as an External Auditor of Inter Parliamentary Union?
A)
Hardik Shah
B)
K. K. Venugopal
C)
Pramod Kumar Misra
D)
Girish Chandra Murmu

Correct Answer :   Girish Chandra Murmu

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India, Girish Chandra Murmu, has been elected External Auditor of Inter Parliamentary Union, Geneva, for a three-year term.

Published On : July 19, 2021
9 .
Which of the following police stations awarded with ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management system?
A)
Assam Police,Guwahati
B)
North Police Station in Kohima
C)
New Delhi Police Station
D)
Kerala Police Station, Alappuzha

Correct Answer :   North Police Station in Kohima

The North Police Station in Kohima was awarded ISO 9001:2015 certification for Quality Management System

Published On : July 19, 2021
10 .
Who released the books Loktantra Ke Swar and The Republican Ethic-2?
A)
Narendra Modi
B)
Ram Nath Kovind
C)
M. Venkaiah Naidu
D)
Amit Anilchandra Shah

Correct Answer :   M. Venkaiah Naidu

Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu released the books 'Loktantra Ke Swar (Khand 2)' and 'The Republican Ethic (Volume 2). The books are a compilation of 95 speeches delivered by the President of India.

Published On : July 19, 2021
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